MADISON — After the Governor and legislative leaders reached an agreement to pass a state budget, State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison) issued the following statement:  “We worked alongside Wisconsinites to imagine a state where everyone has great public schools, affordable child care, and the freedom to thrive. This budget agreement

MADISON, Wis. — Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement regarding budget negotiations: “Fair maps and more Democratic voices in the legislature have made a real difference in this budget process. I am thankful that Governor Evers and my Senate Democratic colleagues were at the negotiating table

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin National Guard is scheduled to support numerous community events throughout the state this week in celebration of our nation’s independence.     The 132nd Army Band will perform in Waunakee July 1 and Platteville July 3, and march in Independence Day parades in West Allis July 2, and both Oconomowoc and Defor… Please log in

MADISON — After three months of negotiations with GOP leaders, Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has reached a tentative bipartisan budget agreement with Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester), Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg), and Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) that will provide nearly $1.4 billion in spendable revenue for K-12

MADISON, WI – This morning it was announced that Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) and Governor Evers successfully negotiated a tentative budget deal with Republican leadership in both houses. The agreement includes necessary investments in child care, public K-12 schools, and the Universities of Wisconsin, in addition to $137.5 million

MADISON, Wis. — The following are the statements of A Better Wisconsin Together on Governor Evers’ announcement that he has reached a bipartisan agreement on the 2025-27 state budget: “Thanks to Governor Evers’ leadership and the efforts of legislative Democrats, the working people and middle class families of Wisconsin have been

MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced that testing by the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has cleared Westside Academy, after lead risks were addressed by renovation and painting at the school.   “We are working hard to get our schools ready for students this fall,

Madison, Wisconsin (July 1, 2025) – Justice Jill J. Karofsky today officially began her term as Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, following her election by colleagues to lead the Court for the remainder of the current two-year term, which runs through April 30, 2027. Her assumption of the

Franklin, WI – The 80% Coalition is non-partisan and is comprised of advocacy, business, education, faith-based, professional and service organizations committed to pushing back against hate and urging our legislators at the state and federal levels to pass commonsense gun violence prevention legislation. The Coalition derives its name from the

MADISON, Wis. – Whether your Independence Day celebrations include fireworks, barbecues, pools, or parties, ReadyWisconsin urges everyone to prioritize safety and responsibility. “Celebrating the holiday and safety go hand in hand,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “I encourage everyone to take a moment to review their safety plans

RACINE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Root River Parks in the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 2025. The Root River Parks are composed of Island, Riverside, Cedar Bend, and Washington Parks. They were established from 1905 through 1912 in Racine, Racine

Sharing the road with commercial motor vehicles (CMV) requires special consideration. Large trucks and buses have larger blind spots, limited maneuverability and require more time to stop, making driver awareness and patience critical for a safe transportation system. “Our local communities and economies rely on safe and efficient commercial transportation,”