Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue announced the distribution of $1,417,413,641 in shared revenue and property tax credit payments to local governments across the state on Monday, July 28, 2025. These payments are a crucial component of the
MADISON – Today, State Representative Russell Goodwin (D‑Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ announcement last week that he will not seek a third term: “Governor Evers has always struck me as a reasonable, practical leader who looked
EDITOR’S NOTE: The number of incidents where a seatbelt was worn was inaccurately stated. Since the original release, two more fatalities have occurred. For the most up-to-date information on ATV/UTV fatalities in Wisconsin, check the 2025 incident report. MADISON, Wis. – As residents
At today’s meeting of the Common Council’s Judiciary and Legislation Committee, Council members heard directly from the City’s Intergovernmental Relations Division about the ongoing challenges posed by the State of Wisconsin’s 2025–27 budget. Once again, the state budget fails to
DHS urges everyone to protect themselves from mosquito bites The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV) activity in the state this year. A human case of WNV illness has been reported in a resident
DGA spokesperson Izzi Levy released the following statement in response to Scott Walker’s announcement that he will not run for governor of Wisconsin again: “Even political opportunist Scott Walker knows he can’t defend his failed record of attacking workers, stripping
MADISON, WI – From Prairie du Chien to Wauwatosa, Senate Democrats are spreading their message of supporting Wisconsin families and putting Republicans on notice that their days in the majority are numbered. In the last few weeks, we have seen two
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined 20 of her Senate colleagues in pressing the Trump Administration for answers on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), calling on the Administration to immediately cease funding for GHF and restore support for
Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will hold his next in-person listening session on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The listening session will be moderated by WCLO’s Tim Bremel. The listening session is free and open to residents of
MADISON, Wis. — Late last week, Bill Berrien doubled down on his support for the tariffs that have been raising everyday prices for Wisconsinites, as well as the Big Ugly Bill that could jeopardize health care for roughly 270,000 Wisconsinites. Berrien, ignoring the devastation
Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) launched the state’s first Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship program on Friday, July 25, at Martin Dental in Altoona, Wis. The program is the
COMSTOCK, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has concluded efforts to trap the black bear involved in a recent attack in Barron County. The sow and cub involved have not been observed since the attack. The DNR, in
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2026 Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants through September 12, 2025. These grants are awarded to producer-led groups to help support and advance producer-led conservation
Three metro areas in Wisconsin were rated among the top 20 housing markets in the country based on expected home value appreciation and quality of life. The Summer 2025 Housing Market Ranking report, from the Wall Street Journal and real
PRESCOTT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the cause of an explosion of a boat engine that caused the ejection of all 11 passengers on board into the Mississippi River near Prescott in Pierce County on
Evers, a mild-mannered former science teacher and school administrator, was the antithesis to the arrogant, constantly calculating Walker. And to the self-aggrandizing politics of the Trump era.
Much-lauded Wisconsin tourism gains helped greatly by drawn-out recovery funding.
For too long, the state Legislature has played political games with our children’s education while spouting hollow rhetoric about being “pro-family” and “pro-education.” The truth is laid bare in the numbers: we are failing our students, our teachers, and our communities through willful neglect and misplaced priorities.
Trump and Wisconsin congressional Republicans have betrayed rural Wisconsin and its farmers.
Lawmakers have the opportunity to pass the “Safe Summer” legislative package, a commonsense, evidence-based set of reforms designed to save lives.
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue announced the distribution of $1,417,413,641 in shared revenue and property tax credit payments to local governments across the state on Monday, July 28, 2025. These payments are a crucial component of the state’s commitment to supporting local services and reducing the tax
MADISON – Today, State Representative Russell Goodwin (D‑Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ announcement last week that he will not seek a third term: “Governor Evers has always struck me as a reasonable, practical leader who looked for common‑sense solutions no matter the political pressure. Even with
EDITOR’S NOTE: The number of incidents where a seatbelt was worn was inaccurately stated. Since the original release, two more fatalities have occurred. For the most up-to-date information on ATV/UTV fatalities in Wisconsin, check the 2025 incident report. MADISON, Wis. – As residents and summer visitors alike enjoy Wisconsin’s trails and backroads, state
At today’s meeting of the Common Council’s Judiciary and Legislation Committee, Council members heard directly from the City’s Intergovernmental Relations Division about the ongoing challenges posed by the State of Wisconsin’s 2025–27 budget. Once again, the state budget fails to provide the City of Milwaukee with adequate support to address
DHS urges everyone to protect themselves from mosquito bites The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV) activity in the state this year. A human case of WNV illness has been reported in a resident of Barron County, and mosquitoes collected from Milwaukee and Lafayette
DGA spokesperson Izzi Levy released the following statement in response to Scott Walker’s announcement that he will not run for governor of Wisconsin again: “Even political opportunist Scott Walker knows he can’t defend his failed record of attacking workers, stripping away rights, underfunding public schools, and allowing the state’s roads
MADISON, WI – From Prairie du Chien to Wauwatosa, Senate Democrats are spreading their message of supporting Wisconsin families and putting Republicans on notice that their days in the majority are numbered. In the last few weeks, we have seen two incredibly strong candidates, Rep. Jenna Jacobson in the 17th District
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined 20 of her Senate colleagues in pressing the Trump Administration for answers on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), calling on the Administration to immediately cease funding for GHF and restore support for existing United Nations aid distribution mechanisms. The Senators seek answers
Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will hold his next in-person listening session on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The listening session will be moderated by WCLO’s Tim Bremel. The listening session is free and open to residents of Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Residents are encouraged to attend to
MADISON, Wis. — Late last week, Bill Berrien doubled down on his support for the tariffs that have been raising everyday prices for Wisconsinites, as well as the Big Ugly Bill that could jeopardize health care for roughly 270,000 Wisconsinites. Berrien, ignoring the devastation ripping health care and food security would cause to children,
Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) launched the state’s first Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship program on Friday, July 25, at Martin Dental in Altoona, Wis. The program is the latest DWD earn-while-you-learn solution to address workforce shortages, especially those
COMSTOCK, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has concluded efforts to trap the black bear involved in a recent attack in Barron County. The sow and cub involved have not been observed since the attack. The DNR, in partnership with the Barron County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Department
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2026 Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants through September 12, 2025. These grants are awarded to producer-led groups to help support and advance producer-led conservation solutions and farmer participation in local watershed conservation efforts. The
Three metro areas in Wisconsin were rated among the top 20 housing markets in the country based on expected home value appreciation and quality of life. The Summer 2025 Housing Market Ranking report, from the Wall Street Journal and real estate listings site Realtor.com, included an analysis of housing market
PRESCOTT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the cause of an explosion of a boat engine that caused the ejection of all 11 passengers on board into the Mississippi River near Prescott in Pierce County on Saturday, July 26. There were no fatalities. All passengers were
Evers, a mild-mannered former science teacher and school administrator, was the antithesis to the arrogant, constantly calculating Walker. And to the self-aggrandizing politics of the Trump era.
Much-lauded Wisconsin tourism gains helped greatly by drawn-out recovery funding.
For too long, the state Legislature has played political games with our children’s education while spouting hollow rhetoric about being “pro-family” and “pro-education.” The truth is laid bare in the numbers: we are failing our students, our teachers, and our communities through willful neglect and misplaced priorities.
Trump and Wisconsin congressional Republicans have betrayed rural Wisconsin and its farmers.
Lawmakers have the opportunity to pass the “Safe Summer” legislative package, a commonsense, evidence-based set of reforms designed to save lives.