MADISON, Wis. – With 25 lives lost in ATV/UTV crashes so far in 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning riders that vehicle rollovers and lack of basic safety gear and training are common factors in these often-preventable tragedies. Over half of all crashes this year have been rollovers,

MADISON, Wis. – As families prepare for the back-to-school season, UW Health Kids reminds parents to prioritize vision care for kids. The goal of Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, observed each August, is to emphasize the critical role eye health plays in children’s overall success in the coming school year.

Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and other members of the Wisconsin Congressional delegation wrote to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to request assistance expediting a Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) to support recovery efforts across Wisconsin following historic flooding. A PDA is the first step in establishing a Major

August 15, 2025 – As previously announced, Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s new state-of-the-art, 30,000-square-foot production center, located at 1300 Glenview Place, Wauwatosa, WI was severely damaged by historic flooding. This flooding, described as a “1,000-year flood event,” caused the nearby Menominee River to rise from less than 2 feet to over

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) and Bryan Steil (R-WI-01) called on the Trump Administration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support Wisconsin’s request to assist the state in conducting a formal federal preliminary damage assessment as communities across Southeastern Wisconsin

Madison, WI – Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown), along with a bipartisan coalition of Wisconsin state legislators, has sent a formal letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urging swift federal action to assist communities across the state devastated by record rainfall and flooding on August 10, 2025. The letter, addressed

Congressional Candidates for Wisconsin’s 3rd District Laura Benjamin and Emily Berge Unite in Call for Accountability at Pearl Street Brewery Event LA CROSSE, WIS. – Earlier today, Laura Benjamin and fellow Democratic candidate Emily Berge joined forces at a grassroots protest outside Pearl Street Brewery in La Crosse. The demonstration,

MADISON, Wis. – Recent flooding has caused widespread damage in Wisconsin. Consumers whose homes, vehicles, or other properties were damaged will likely seek out repair contractors, but they should practice caution while doing so. “Vulnerable consumers are often targeted by scammers. Property owners should stay alert about the possibility that

MADISON, WI – The first Missing Child Alert in Wisconsin, created by 2023 Wisconsin Act 272, also known as the Prince Act, was issued in early August of 2024. Today, the Department of Justice officially marked 1 year since the launch of the alert. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice is raising awareness about the importance of Wisconsin’s Missing Child Alerts as it marks more than one year since announcing these alerts, which broaden options for alerting the public to missing children.  “Too many Wisconsin families know what it’s like for

Fall sports report back to campus early, looking forward to successful seasons UW-Stout is gearing up for the start of the 2025-26 academic year and is already welcoming some student groups to campus. Blue Devil fall athletes are reporting to their sports camps, including more than 300 soccer, volleyball, cross

Waukesha, WI – August 14, 2025 – Waukesha County continues to work closely with municipal partners to monitor community needs and support recovery efforts following the historic flooding event. The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains activated, coordinating with local governments, public safety agencies, and public works crews to ensure the