Grant to create Wisconsin Great Lakes Coastal Leadership Academy, bolster state’s ability to identify and address coastal hazards and resilience MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), announced today that the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) has been awarded a $209,894 grant through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t

The top safety tip is to always wear your life jacket on the water, and make sure there are life jackets for all on board the vessel. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR Hitting the water this weekend? Make safety a priority for all on board. Before heading to the launch, review

Heather DuBois Bourenane, Executive Director, Wisconsin Public Education Network and Sandy Whisler, President, Wisconsin Alliance for Excellent Schools, released the following statement today in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s proposal to deny even an inflationary increase to public school funding for the 2025-2027 biennium.  “Last night the Joint Committee

(Washington, D.C.) – In response to Israel’s successful preemptive strike against Iran, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) voiced strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself: “It was with satisfaction that I received the news that Israel successfully interrupted Iran’s plans to produce nuclear weapons,” said Grothman. “Israel has every right to defend

Second of two audits directed by the governor proposes nearly 40 actionable recommendations for systemic instructional changes at MPS to accelerate student outcomes and well-being  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the second of two independent audits of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). This is the second of two comprehensive,

Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) released the following statement regarding “No Kings Day”: “Every June 14 we celebrate Flag Day as a national observance that recognizes ‘Old Glory’ as an enduring symbol of freedom, sacrifice, and patriotism. This year’s Flag Day also marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army. Across America,

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to Israel’s strike against Iran. “I strongly support Israel’s right to defend itself in the face of escalating threats from Iran, which is the world’s foremost state sponsor of terrorism.  “President Trump and Secretary Rubio have made clear

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program through July 15, 2025.  The grant program provides financial assistance for safe and accessible firearm or archery recreational shooting opportunities for the public. Managers of public and private shooting ranges that meet public

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Rothschild Dam – Timber Crib Spillway Reconstruction Project in Marathon County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that

Brookfield, WI — June 11, 2025  — Community advocate, small business owner, and long-time Brookfield resident Sarah Harrison announced her campaign for Wisconsin State Senate, District 5. A mother of two, Harrison brings a unique mix of corporate leadership, small business experience, and local advocacy to the race—grounded in more than