MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and the public to help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) by following all baiting and feeding bans and refraining from baiting and feeding in areas where no bans are in effect.  CWD is an always-fatal disease

MADISON, Wis. – Dealing with disasters can be hard for kids, and it’s important for parents and educators to help them learn what to do during an emergency. September is Preparedness Month, and ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to spend time this month teaching younger generations how to be prepared. “Disasters can

WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) introduced the National Risk Management Act of 2023, a bipartisan bill that would strengthen the defense of critical infrastructure sectors by requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop and establish a National Risk Management Cycle. “Our adversaries continue to

MILWAUKEE – Today, Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, announced the organization’s endorsement of Judge Pedro Colón’s campaign for Wisconsin Court of Appeals District 1. “We are thrilled to announce the Wisconsin AFL-CIO’s endorsement of Judge Pedro Colón for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. Throughout his distinguished career, Judge

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today announced that Wisconsin will receive a total of $13.5 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding she helped deliver to support two projects to combat climate change, expand access to green spaces, and create healthier communities in the City of Milwaukee and Dane County.

Madison – Last week, Rep. Goeben (Hobart –R) in the spirit of transparency, voted yes to adopt the Iowa plan.  The Assembly introduced and passed legislation to adopt the ‘gold standard’ Iowa model for redistricting. Historically, the Iowa model has had bipartisan support because it removes line drawing from the hands of

MILWAUKEE, WI – TODAY, Monday, September 18, County Executive David Crowley made the following statement regarding the new Brewers stadium funding legislation. “The Milwaukee Brewers are an important asset for our community. While I have yet to see the proposed legislation announced today, I look forward to discussions with partners in

MADISON – Today, Legislative Republicans announced new legislation with the Milwaukee Brewers that would spend ~$700 million to keep the Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin until 2050. Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement on the plan: “In February, Governor Evers put forward a fiscally responsible plan to

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Chair of the Subcommittee on Oceans, Fisheries, Climate Change and Manufacturing, which oversees the Coast Guard, introduced the Pay Our Coast Guard Act, bicameral, bipartisan legislation that would ensure Coast Guard personnel receive pay and allowances in the event of a government shutdown if

MADISON, WI. – Upon announcement of the $700 million bill funding renovations and maintenance at American Family Field, AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following statement: “This bailout is a swing and a miss. With most of the funding footed by taxpayers, Wisconsinites are unfairly on the hook for this one-sided

MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Gov. Evers’ special session to address Wisconsin’s workforce challenges, child care providers across the state are sounding the alarm about the end of Child Care Counts and the devastating impact it will have on Wisconsin’s workforce. Without continued funding for Child Care Counts, more than a quarter of

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Legislative Republicans unveiled their proposal to provide ~$600million in funding to keep the Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Assistant Democratic Leader Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement:  “Throughout negotiations, Democrats have been optimistic about reaching a deal that keeps

MILWAUKEE – Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumed abortion care today at their Walter Street and Madison East locations, and the ACLU of Wisconsin praised the win as a first step toward regaining full bodily autonomy and reproductive rights in Wisconsin.  The return of reproductive rights came after a Dane County

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment (EA) for the proposed issuance of two grant awards through the DNR Shooting Range Grant Program. One grant is for a project at the Langlade County Gun and Bow Range for a variety

MADISON, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) issued the following statement concerning the Brewers Funding Proposal, which will extend the Brewers lease in Milwaukee until 2050. “Coming from Green Bay, I understand the tremendous value that comes from hosting a major sports franchise. This funding program is a financially sound way

NEENAH, Wis. – To enhance its mission of empowering each person to live their unique, best life, ThedaCare is pleased to announce the creation of a new Graduate Medical Education (GME) program and welcome Christopher Stenberg, MD, as the program’s leader.  The goal of the GME program is to prepare

RACINE—The City of Racine is proud to join other municipalities and organizations to celebrate National Voter Registration Day tomorrow. In preparation for the upcoming 2024 Elections, City Clerk Tara McMenamin underscores the importance of ensuring that every voter’s registration is current. Clerk McMenamin issued the following statement: “With the 2024

LA CROSSE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier application for Badger Corrugating Company in La Crosse. If accepted, the proposal would allow the facility to join Tier 1 of the Green Tier program. The DNR’s Green Tier program recognizes organizations committed

MADISON, WI (September 18, 2023) — For the 11th year, Bascom Hill will be transformed into a sea of pink flamingos when the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) holds its annual Fill the Hill event. Fill the Hill is the largest day-of-giving initiative during the university’s fall annual campaign.