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Madison, Wis. – Across Wisconsin, communities and families are celebrating the achievements of high school and college graduates. That’s true at Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities as well. On Friday, 95 persons in our care at 18 institutions celebrated earning
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” WisPolitics’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Dane County Circuit Court Judge Jacob Frost’s ties to a 2011 petition seeking to recall former Gov. Scott Walker, Milwaukee Public Schools funding issues, and the latest effort to recall Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
August was originally drawn into a seat with freshman GOP Rep. Amanda Nedweski, of Pleasant Prairie. But the Assembly’s No. 2 Republican instead moved into the 31st AD, which includes a good chunk of his old district, setting up a possible primary with Schutt.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #229, ordering that the Progress Pride Flag be raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol during the month of June in celebration of Pride Month. The Progress Pride Flag will fly over
Madison, WI – Andi Rich, a native of Porterfield with deep roots in Wisconsin’s natural beauty, community values, and agricultural heritage, has officially filed her nomination papers to run for the 12th Senate District as a Democrat. With an outpouring of
Today, Rep. Ellen Schutt (R-Clinton) announced that she will not seek re-election and released the following statement: “I have been honored and humbled by all of the support that I have received to run for reelection. And, although I know
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Milwaukee today to attend Festa Italiana, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “It’s an honor to have Dr. Jill Biden—our country’s first Italian-American First Lady—back in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s Audit Gateway Program began a new academic year earlier this month. The multi-year training program prepares accounting students for careers as Revenue Auditors in the agency’s Division of Income, Sales & Excise Tax. Launched in
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues called on Attorney General Merrick Garland and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to use every tool at its disposal to prevent and prosecute collusion and price fixing
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced three appointments to the University of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents. The governor has appointed Tim Nixon, Jack Salzwedel, and Desmond Adongo. These appointments fill the vacancies created by the expiration of three former appointees’ terms that expired May 2024. “Our UW System
Just now in Milwaukee, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and State Senator LaTonya Johnson announced they are joining over 50 Black current and former elected leaders and officials from across Wisconsin in endorsing Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for reelection, and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take simple precautions to avoid spreading invasive plants and animals in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long. Invasive species are nonnative plants, animals
WISCONSIN – This week, Senator Tammy Baldwin made stops in Green Bay, Wausau, La Crosse, and Cashton to discuss her work combatting the fentanyl crisis, lowering inhaler costs for working families, and delivering for the Wisconsin agriculture economy. “Meeting Wisconsinites where
NEENAH, Wis. – Today, Duane Shukoski (D-Neenah) announced his candidacy for Assembly District 53. The 53rd District is an open Assembly seat that encompasses Neenah, Menasha, and part of Appleton. Shukoski, a lifelong resident of Neenah, worked for Kimberly Clark
Andrew Cegielski, a conservative journalist who works for an industrial oven company in East Troy, announced today he plans to challenge Assembly Speaker Robin Vos in the GOP primary for the 33rd AD in August. Cegielski’s announcement comes ahead of
(MADISON) – The Transgender and Non-Binary Advocacy Caucus proudly joins the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in celebrating the start of Pride Month. This annual observance is a time to honor the history, achievements, and ongoing struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for Free Fun Weekend, June 1-2, 2024. This is the perfect time to try a new outdoor activity, as state Park admission fees, fishing licenses
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has the “Best ID Card,” according to an international association of the global card manufacturing industry. Wisconsin’s REAL ID over 21 driver license received the Élan Award of Excellence from the International Card
WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss finding and convincing Wisconsin independent voters to vote for a partisan candidate in the presidential election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Marbleseed announced 125 Wisconsin farmers have been awarded funds through the 2024 Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI LFPA) program. Recipients were awarded amounts ranging from $5,000
Madison, Wis. – Across Wisconsin, communities and families are celebrating the achievements of high school and college graduates. That’s true at Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities as well. On Friday, 95 persons in our care at 18 institutions celebrated earning their associate degrees with the help of Second Chance Pell
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” WisPolitics’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Dane County Circuit Court Judge Jacob Frost’s ties to a 2011 petition seeking to recall former Gov. Scott Walker, Milwaukee Public Schools funding issues, and the latest effort to recall Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
August was originally drawn into a seat with freshman GOP Rep. Amanda Nedweski, of Pleasant Prairie. But the Assembly’s No. 2 Republican instead moved into the 31st AD, which includes a good chunk of his old district, setting up a possible primary with Schutt.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #229, ordering that the Progress Pride Flag be raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol during the month of June in celebration of Pride Month. The Progress Pride Flag will fly over the East Wing of the State Capitol building beginning at
Madison, WI – Andi Rich, a native of Porterfield with deep roots in Wisconsin’s natural beauty, community values, and agricultural heritage, has officially filed her nomination papers to run for the 12th Senate District as a Democrat. With an outpouring of support from across the district, Rich submitted the maximum number
Today, Rep. Ellen Schutt (R-Clinton) announced that she will not seek re-election and released the following statement: “I have been honored and humbled by all of the support that I have received to run for reelection. And, although I know our campaign would have been successful, I have made the
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Milwaukee today to attend Festa Italiana, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “It’s an honor to have Dr. Jill Biden—our country’s first Italian-American First Lady—back in Wisconsin to celebrate the diverse heritage of the Italian-Americans who call
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s Audit Gateway Program began a new academic year earlier this month. The multi-year training program prepares accounting students for careers as Revenue Auditors in the agency’s Division of Income, Sales & Excise Tax. Launched in 2021, the Audit Gateway Program is designed for individuals who
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues called on Attorney General Merrick Garland and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to use every tool at its disposal to prevent and prosecute collusion and price fixing in the oil industry. The call follows a Federal Trade
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced three appointments to the University of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents. The governor has appointed Tim Nixon, Jack Salzwedel, and Desmond Adongo. These appointments fill the vacancies created by the expiration of three former appointees’ terms that expired May 2024. “Our UW System is at a critical juncture… Please log in to access
Just now in Milwaukee, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and State Senator LaTonya Johnson announced they are joining over 50 Black current and former elected leaders and officials from across Wisconsin in endorsing Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for reelection, and launched Wisconsin Black Voters for Biden-Harris, a statewide organizing program to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take simple precautions to avoid spreading invasive plants and animals in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long. Invasive species are nonnative plants, animals and diseases that cause great ecological, environmental or economic harm.
WISCONSIN – This week, Senator Tammy Baldwin made stops in Green Bay, Wausau, La Crosse, and Cashton to discuss her work combatting the fentanyl crisis, lowering inhaler costs for working families, and delivering for the Wisconsin agriculture economy. “Meeting Wisconsinites where they are at and listening to their concerns is exactly
NEENAH, Wis. – Today, Duane Shukoski (D-Neenah) announced his candidacy for Assembly District 53. The 53rd District is an open Assembly seat that encompasses Neenah, Menasha, and part of Appleton. Shukoski, a lifelong resident of Neenah, worked for Kimberly Clark for 37 years and retired from Proampac as an Environmental
Andrew Cegielski, a conservative journalist who works for an industrial oven company in East Troy, announced today he plans to challenge Assembly Speaker Robin Vos in the GOP primary for the 33rd AD in August. Cegielski’s announcement comes ahead of the Monday deadline for candidates seeking to get on the
(MADISON) – The Transgender and Non-Binary Advocacy Caucus proudly joins the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in celebrating the start of Pride Month. This annual observance is a time to honor the history, achievements, and ongoing struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. Co-chair Representative Melissa Ratcliff (D-Cottage Grove) released the following statement:
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for Free Fun Weekend, June 1-2, 2024. This is the perfect time to try a new outdoor activity, as state Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors. With 50
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has the “Best ID Card,” according to an international association of the global card manufacturing industry. Wisconsin’s REAL ID over 21 driver license received the Élan Award of Excellence from the International Card Manufacturers Association for its incorporation of stunning and fam… Please log in
WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss finding and convincing Wisconsin independent voters to vote for a partisan candidate in the presidential election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Marbleseed announced 125 Wisconsin farmers have been awarded funds through the 2024 Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI LFPA) program. Recipients were awarded amounts ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to grow and provide food for hunger relief