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SPOONER, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host an open house event at the Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery in Spooner on Saturday, Sept. 27 beginning at 10 a.m. This free open house will give eventgoers a chance to
MADISON, Wis. — Today, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker joined Spectrum News to announce the launch of the WisDems and Governor Evers’ Gov Readiness Project — an initiative designed to position Democrats for success in the already competitive 2026 gubernatorial race. With Wisconsin’s general
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a multistate coalition won an important victory in the case to protect the privacy of millions of people throughout the country who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for food
The News: WILL unveiled a new report, “The WILL of The People: A Roadmap to Enforce Wisconsin’s Citizenship Voting Amendment,” which outlines a clear process to audit Wisconsin’s voter rolls using existing state and federal data. The report offers an important perspective to both
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, in partnership with Governor Tony Evers, announced its new Wisconsin Governor Readiness Project. This new initiative is an unprecedented, aggressive investment that will ensure the eventual Democratic nominee for governor has the
MILWAUKEE, WI – On Monday morning in the heart of Oak Creek, social worker and disability rights advocate Jessica Seawright launched her campaign for Wisconsin’s 21st Assembly District. Jessica is a social worker, parent, and problem solver running to flip
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) proposing the Eliminate Shutdowns Act to automatically extend funding in two-week increments at prior levels until appropriations are passed. By doing so, Congress could end government shutdowns. “With government
September 22, 2025 Sen. Wanggaard – I read your press release dated Friday, September 19, and felt a response was in order. I am heartened that you have decided that the truth does in fact matter. Perhaps you’d be willing to share
Number of responses increased by 10,000 from 2023 to 2024 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has released an updated report finding that emergency medical services (EMS) in Wisconsin responded to over 140,000 falls in 2024, representing a staggering 21% of
Madison – Following a press conference unveiling new legislation to support Wisconsin’s forestry industry, Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) issued the following statement: “The Northwoods has always depended on the strength of our forests and the people who work them. Investing in
Endowment Protects Public Lands Across Wisconsin MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) today announced that the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund has hit a new milestone: $3 million – an exciting win to
MILWAUKEE, WI, Sept 22, 2025 — The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s School of Continuing Education is expanding its engineering offerings with the launch of a new engineering leadership certificate and a robust lineup of Six Sigma certification programs plus 15 new courses.
Despite the consistency in our election outcomes, it has not allayed fears many have about the security of our elections.
The reintroduction of legislation allowing clerks to begin processing absentee ballots on the Monday before election day isn’t just good policy – it’s essential for our democracy’s health.
I am glad that it is members of the Republican Party who are working hard and pressing forward with this bill so to help stem and perhaps even prevent more attacks on our electoral process.
The way to do it is to convert to multiyear spending cycles and avoid the constant drama over appropriations.
As a government shutdown looms Baldwin and her Democratic colleagues want to avoid an impasse and keep the government open by negotiating with Republicans to reverse health care coverage cuts. Congress must permanently extend the ACA health care tax credits and save Medicaid.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act does not help small business owners, Wisconsinites, or working families — nor does it promote a healthy local economy. Instead, it burdens those already struggling while directing gains to the top.
New facility in Hayward will turn Wisconsin wood into aviation fuel Madison, WI – Today, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Chanz Green (R- Grand View), along with industry leaders, local officials, and investors, introduced legislation to support Wisconsin’s forestry industry
Features “Wisconsin Foodie” host Luke Zahm reuniting with his 6th grade teacher A video showcasing how public schools unite us has received a Midwest Emmy nomination. The video follows PBS Wisconsin’s Wisconsin Foodie host Luke Zahm as he is reunited
SPOONER, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host an open house event at the Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery in Spooner on Saturday, Sept. 27 beginning at 10 a.m. This free open house will give eventgoers a chance to see musky and walleye up close and personal and will
MADISON, Wis. — Today, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker joined Spectrum News to announce the launch of the WisDems and Governor Evers’ Gov Readiness Project — an initiative designed to position Democrats for success in the already competitive 2026 gubernatorial race. With Wisconsin’s general election cycle among the shortest in the country, it’s critical
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a multistate coalition won an important victory in the case to protect the privacy of millions of people throughout the country who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for food assistance. On Thursday, a federal judge for the U.S. District
The News: WILL unveiled a new report, “The WILL of The People: A Roadmap to Enforce Wisconsin’s Citizenship Voting Amendment,” which outlines a clear process to audit Wisconsin’s voter rolls using existing state and federal data. The report offers an important perspective to both elected officials and voters, ahead of the Wisconsin statewide elections
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, in partnership with Governor Tony Evers, announced its new Wisconsin Governor Readiness Project. This new initiative is an unprecedented, aggressive investment that will ensure the eventual Democratic nominee for governor has the resources they need to win in November 2026. With Wisconsin’s
MILWAUKEE, WI – On Monday morning in the heart of Oak Creek, social worker and disability rights advocate Jessica Seawright launched her campaign for Wisconsin’s 21st Assembly District. Jessica is a social worker, parent, and problem solver running to flip the 21st District and bring practical, compassionate leadership to Madison.
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) proposing the Eliminate Shutdowns Act to automatically extend funding in two-week increments at prior levels until appropriations are passed. By doing so, Congress could end government shutdowns. “With government funding and functioning assured, Congress would no longer hav… Please
September 22, 2025 Sen. Wanggaard – I read your press release dated Friday, September 19, and felt a response was in order. I am heartened that you have decided that the truth does in fact matter. Perhaps you’d be willing to share that with your President and his entire Administration, for whom
Number of responses increased by 10,000 from 2023 to 2024 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has released an updated report finding that emergency medical services (EMS) in Wisconsin responded to over 140,000 falls in 2024, representing a staggering 21% of all 911-related ambulance runs in 2024. This week marks Falls
Madison – Following a press conference unveiling new legislation to support Wisconsin’s forestry industry, Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) issued the following statement: “The Northwoods has always depended on the strength of our forests and the people who work them. Investing in this emerging industry will create family-supporting jobs while also keeping
Endowment Protects Public Lands Across Wisconsin MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) today announced that the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund has hit a new milestone: $3 million – an exciting win to celebrate on National Public Lands Day. Established to protect, restore
MILWAUKEE, WI, Sept 22, 2025 — The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s School of Continuing Education is expanding its engineering offerings with the launch of a new engineering leadership certificate and a robust lineup of Six Sigma certification programs plus 15 new courses. These additions are designed to help professionals across engineering disciplines
Despite the consistency in our election outcomes, it has not allayed fears many have about the security of our elections.
The reintroduction of legislation allowing clerks to begin processing absentee ballots on the Monday before election day isn’t just good policy – it’s essential for our democracy’s health.
I am glad that it is members of the Republican Party who are working hard and pressing forward with this bill so to help stem and perhaps even prevent more attacks on our electoral process.
The way to do it is to convert to multiyear spending cycles and avoid the constant drama over appropriations.
As a government shutdown looms Baldwin and her Democratic colleagues want to avoid an impasse and keep the government open by negotiating with Republicans to reverse health care coverage cuts. Congress must permanently extend the ACA health care tax credits and save Medicaid.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act does not help small business owners, Wisconsinites, or working families — nor does it promote a healthy local economy. Instead, it burdens those already struggling while directing gains to the top.
New facility in Hayward will turn Wisconsin wood into aviation fuel Madison, WI – Today, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Chanz Green (R- Grand View), along with industry leaders, local officials, and investors, introduced legislation to support Wisconsin’s forestry industry and the broader Northwoods economy. The Forestry Revitalization Act will invest in
Features “Wisconsin Foodie” host Luke Zahm reuniting with his 6th grade teacher A video showcasing how public schools unite us has received a Midwest Emmy nomination. The video follows PBS Wisconsin’s Wisconsin Foodie host Luke Zahm as he is reunited with his 6th grade teacher at Luke’s Owl Farm outdoor