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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered remarks in the Governor’s Conference Room at the Wisconsin State Capitol regarding his decision to enact fair legislative maps for the state of Wisconsin. The governor’s address to the people of Wisconsin is available to watch here and here. Below are Gov.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that ice shanty removal deadlines are approaching. Permanent ice shanties, or those not removed daily, must be removed from all state waters by specific dates. Although mild winter conditions
Wisconsin’s Primary is Tuesday (February 20, 2024) and voters who don’t already have a Wisconsin driver license, ID or other form of identification needed to vote may still get a Wisconsin ID from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of
LA CROSSE, Wis. – In a new ad from Opportunity Wisconsin, Congressman Derrick Van Orden’s constituents are speaking out about a proposal that could slash Social Security and Medicare benefits and asking the congressman to start standing up to big
MADISON – Today, Fire Fighters Local 311 announced their endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. “Fire Fighters Local 311 is proud to endorse Senator Melissa Agard to be our next Dane County Executive,” said Mahlon
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), announced today that applications are now being accepted for the Tribal Elder Community Food Box Program. The governor’s 2023-25 budget provided an appropriation
Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Wisconsinites Undoing a Decade of Wisconsinites Living Under Among the Most Gerrymandered Maps in the United States Governor enacts fair legislative maps as previously submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court and recently approved by Republican-controlled
HAYWARD, WI (February 18, 2024) – Last week the WI State Senate adopted Assembly Joint Resolution 104, officially declaring February 19th – 25th American Birkebeiner Week in Wisconsin. American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Executive Director Ben Popp commented, “we are honored to be
Green Bay, WI – Today, First Lady Jill Biden visited Green Bay for a roundtable event at the Rail Yard Innovation District as part of the White House’s latest “Investing in America” tour. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following statement:
This week, the Biden-Harris administration kicked off its fourth Investing in America Tour to highlight how the president’s agenda is delivering for communities across the country and rebuilding the economy from the middle out and the bottom up. The tour
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the New York Times reported that Donald Trump plans to pass a national abortion ban if elected in November. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Haley McCoy released the following statement: “Overturning Roe v. Wade and ripping away reproductive freedom from millions
Enjoy the warmer-than-usual winter weather and plan an adventure in northern Wisconsin! Pristine lakes, winding rivers, abundant wildlife, dozens of state parks, trails and natural areas – what more could you ask for? Unseasonably warm temperatures are making recreation opportunities
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) Ranking Member Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Chairman Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) wrote to Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan seeking additional information regarding the Coast Guard Academy’s mishandling of sexual assault
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MADISON, Wis. — New reporting today from Heartland Signal detailed the extravagance and wealth of California bank owner and impending US Senate candidate Eric Hovde’s private, exclusive neighborhood in Laguna Beach, California. Hovde owns a $2.8 billion California bank and a $7 million oceanview mansion in the exclusive private
WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs held a hearing titled, “The Consequences of Catch and Release at the Border.” Members discussed with subject matter experts how the Biden Administration’s policy of catch and release and erosion
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take urgent action to protect babies and young children nationwide from lead and other toxic
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Dr. Jill Biden’s visit to Green Bay today to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments in education and job training programs, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Cassi Fenili released the following statement: “We’re excited to once again welcome Dr.
“As President Trump has stated, he would sit down with both sides and negotiate a deal that everyone will be happy with. President Trump appointed strong Constitutionalist federal judges and Supreme Court justices who overturned Roe v. Wade and sent
MADISON, Wis – On Tuesday, February 13, the State Senate took action on several proposals. With limited session days remaining this year, Senate Democrats attempted to pass the Right to Contraception Act, a bill authored by Senator Dianne Hesselbein and Representative Lisa
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered remarks in the Governor’s Conference Room at the Wisconsin State Capitol regarding his decision to enact fair legislative maps for the state of Wisconsin. The governor’s address to the people of Wisconsin is available to watch here and here. Below are Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Good morning. Thank you
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that ice shanty removal deadlines are approaching. Permanent ice shanties, or those not removed daily, must be removed from all state waters by specific dates. Although mild winter conditions may have hindered the ability to fish from ice shanties
Wisconsin’s Primary is Tuesday (February 20, 2024) and voters who don’t already have a Wisconsin driver license, ID or other form of identification needed to vote may still get a Wisconsin ID from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The Wisconsin Elections Commission website explains the options
LA CROSSE, Wis. – In a new ad from Opportunity Wisconsin, Congressman Derrick Van Orden’s constituents are speaking out about a proposal that could slash Social Security and Medicare benefits and asking the congressman to start standing up to big corporations. Watch Online The ad features Joni and Andrew, who
MADISON – Today, Fire Fighters Local 311 announced their endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. “Fire Fighters Local 311 is proud to endorse Senator Melissa Agard to be our next Dane County Executive,” said Mahlon Mitchell, President of Fire Fighters Local 311. “As protectors of
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), announced today that applications are now being accepted for the Tribal Elder Community Food Box Program. The governor’s 2023-25 budget provided an appropriation $1.5 million annually for the Tribal Elder Community Food Box
Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Wisconsinites Undoing a Decade of Wisconsinites Living Under Among the Most Gerrymandered Maps in the United States Governor enacts fair legislative maps as previously submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court and recently approved by Republican-controlled Legislature with bipartisan support MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today
HAYWARD, WI (February 18, 2024) – Last week the WI State Senate adopted Assembly Joint Resolution 104, officially declaring February 19th – 25th American Birkebeiner Week in Wisconsin. American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Executive Director Ben Popp commented, “we are honored to be recognized state-wide as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of this globally
Green Bay, WI – Today, First Lady Jill Biden visited Green Bay for a roundtable event at the Rail Yard Innovation District as part of the White House’s latest “Investing in America” tour. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following statement: “Once again, the Biden administration finds itself desperately seeking approval with
This week, the Biden-Harris administration kicked off its fourth Investing in America Tour to highlight how the president’s agenda is delivering for communities across the country and rebuilding the economy from the middle out and the bottom up. The tour commenced with a major announcement of nearly $1 billion to
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the New York Times reported that Donald Trump plans to pass a national abortion ban if elected in November. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Haley McCoy released the following statement: “Overturning Roe v. Wade and ripping away reproductive freedom from millions of Americans apparently wasn’t good enough for Donald T… Please
Enjoy the warmer-than-usual winter weather and plan an adventure in northern Wisconsin! Pristine lakes, winding rivers, abundant wildlife, dozens of state parks, trails and natural areas – what more could you ask for? Unseasonably warm temperatures are making recreation opportunities available in northern Wisconsin that generally wouldn’t be open for
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) Ranking Member Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Chairman Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) wrote to Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan seeking additional information regarding the Coast Guard Academy’s mishandling of sexual assault investigations after the Subcommittee obtained new documents from the Coast G…
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MADISON, Wis. — New reporting today from Heartland Signal detailed the extravagance and wealth of California bank owner and impending US Senate candidate Eric Hovde’s private, exclusive neighborhood in Laguna Beach, California. Hovde owns a $2.8 billion California bank and a $7 million oceanview mansion in the exclusive private Emerald Bay gated c… Please log in to access subscriber
WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs held a hearing titled, “The Consequences of Catch and Release at the Border.” Members discussed with subject matter experts how the Biden Administration’s policy of catch and release and erosion of interior enforcement have led to an out-of-control situation along
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take urgent action to protect babies and young children nationwide from lead and other toxic metals in baby food. In a letter sent today, AG
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Dr. Jill Biden’s visit to Green Bay today to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments in education and job training programs, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Cassi Fenili released the following statement: “We’re excited to once again welcome Dr. Jill Biden back to Wisconsin. Thanks to the efforts of
“As President Trump has stated, he would sit down with both sides and negotiate a deal that everyone will be happy with. President Trump appointed strong Constitutionalist federal judges and Supreme Court justices who overturned Roe v. Wade and sent the decision back to the states, which others have tried
MADISON, Wis – On Tuesday, February 13, the State Senate took action on several proposals. With limited session days remaining this year, Senate Democrats attempted to pass the Right to Contraception Act, a bill authored by Senator Dianne Hesselbein and Representative Lisa Subeck to create a statutory right to access birth control.