MADISON – Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement reacting to Audit Report 24-6 on the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s (DOJ) timeliness of state crime laboratories in analyzing evidence, which was released earlier today by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB):  “I was pleased with the unanimous support we received

Madison, Wis. – This week, Strong Schools, Strong Community campaign was launched to support the two Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) referenda that will appear on the November 5, 2024 ballot. Leading the campaign are six initial co-chairs: Representative Francesca Hong, Ruben Anthony, Sandy Morales, Jeff Mack, Jane Belmore, and

Trump’s Insulin Lies Were Immediately Debunked By Independent Fact Checkers Last night, President Biden and Donald Trump took the debate stage for the first time in the 2024 election cycle. In an effort to run from his disastrous health care record, Donald Trump tried to take credit for lowering insulin

Today, following last night’s presidential debate, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, and Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler held a press call debriefing the two distinct visions for America outlined by President Biden and Donald Trump on the debate stage: President Joe Biden’s positive vision

MADISON – The co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, Senator Eric Wimberger (R Green Bay) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Racine), shared their thoughts on the latest Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) report about the state’s crime labs. The Legislative Audit Bureau’s report 24-6 shows that even though there are fewer

Chocolate bars, cones, and gummies containing psychoactive compounds may cause serious illness  The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and federal partners at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating reports of severe illnesses associated with Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies.

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled 6-3 to overturn a 1984 decision in Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council that gave bureaucrats power in determining courts, when interpreting an ambiguous statute, should defer to the agency’s interpretation of the statute….

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MADISON, Wis. – Anyone with two brain cells to rub together can recognize that Joe Biden’s performance in last night’s presidential debate was an unmitigated disaster for Democrats.  Worst of all, it was a national embarrassment that the President wilted so spectacularly despite six days of rest and preparation at Camp

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and Wood County District Attorney Craig Lambert today announced that James Lane, age 52, has been charged with one count of Repeated Sexual Assault of a Child for incidents that allegedly occurred between September 1, 2002 and December 31, 2003. The charge in

Inflation Reduction Act provision will lower costs for the next quarter, saving some Medicare patients as much as $4,500 per day MADISON, Wis. – This week the Biden administration announced that thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, costs for 64 prescription drugs will be lowered for the next three months after

Seeking industry experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association is seeking thought leaders and industry experts to participate in the annual Dairy Strong conference, returning to Green Bay, Wis., on Jan. 15-16. A leading dairy-focused event, this conference will focus

West Allis, WI – School Choice Wisconsin is pleased to announce that Peter Farrow has joined its board of directors, SCW president Nicholas Kelly said today. “Peter is an established corporate leader who served as CEO and general manager of Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire for 22 years. His

The Bureau announces the release ofTimeliness of State Crime Laboratories in Analyzing Evidence (report 24-6). The Department of Justice (DOJ) operates three crime laboratories, which are located in Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau. In July 2023, DOJ was authorized 177.1 full-time equivalent permanent positions for the crime laboratories, and DOJ spent $30.4 million on the crime laboratori… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t

ASHLAND, Wisc., June 28, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Wisconsin Rural Development joins local officials and partners in celebration as The BRICK Ministries in Ashland completes Phase 1 of renovations to their warehouse.  “The BRICK Ministries’ pantry program provides a variety of perishable and non-perishable food items to eligible households in Ashland

The Evers Administration has had Five Years to Come up With a Plan for Lincoln Hills WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement regarding the latest incident at Lincoln Hills. “I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Lincoln Hills youth counselor Corey Proulx.

WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement in reaction to President Biden’s dismal showing at last night’s debate.  “Clearly, President Biden is unfit for office. I’ve been saying that since 2020 as a result of Senator Grassley’s and my investigation into the Biden crime family. His

MADISON, Wis. — Following tonight’s presidential debate between President Biden and Donald Trump, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement:  “This election is a choice between President Biden, who has a vision for our country in which our freedoms are protected, our economy works for everyone, and our democracy is