USDE cancels $10 million grant to Wisconsin designed to  increase mental health staffing in schools MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today condemned the federal government’s abrupt decision to terminate a vital $10 million grant aimed at expanding school-based mental health services in Wisconsin. The grant, awarded in 2024

A commentary by Secretary Randy Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) MADISON, Wis. – Spring is a time for growth and opportunity. Throughout the season, farmers across Wisconsin work to plant seeds that we hope will lead to a bountiful harvest. Wisconsin’s meat industry

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI), at their annual convention last weekend, renewed their desire to see the Wisconsin Legislature return control of deployments of Wisconsin National Guard troops to the Governor unless a formal declaration of war has been passed by Congress. Passed in a nearly unanimous vote, the LPWI calls on

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #258 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 4, 2025, as a mark of respect for the firefighters of Wisconsin who have given their lives in the line of

La Crosse, WI — Jake Williams announced today that he is officially launching his campaign for re-election as Chair of the Young Democrats of Wisconsin; reaffirming his commitment to empowering young people, strengthening grassroots organizing, and expanding Democratic influence across the state. The position of State Chair will be voted

Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions it has taken against these entities. The actions are issued

76 percent of Wisconsin voters strongly or somewhat favor verifying and tabulating absentee ballots one day earlier WISCONSIN –  WTMJ: A new poll reveals that Wisconsin voters across party lines favor allowing election officials to process absentee ballots before Election Day as trust in the election process grows. Seventy-six percent of

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced three appointments to the University of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents naming Regents Tom Palzewicz, Linda Terwilliger, and Noah Fritz. The appointments fill the vacancies created by the expiration of three former appointees’ terms that expire May 1, 2025. “We are in a make-or-break moment for ou… Please log in to access subscriber content. If

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in celebration of “Fab Lab Day”, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), announced nearly $500,000 in grants to 20 Wisconsin school districts to train students in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) skills and prepare them for careers using advanced technologi… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t

Multiple events taking place to bring awareness to services for children and adults MILWAUKEE – This May, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, County Executive David Crowley and the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is raising awareness of its community-based services and

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced two appointments to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board. The governor has appointed Jeff Hastings to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of Marcy West’s term on May 1, 2025, and reappointed William “Bill” Smith following the expiration of his term.  “Now more than

MADISON, WI – Today, Representatives Hong, Mayadev, and Tenorio have proudly established the inaugural Asian Caucus in the Wisconsin State Legislature. This historic moment marks a significant step toward ensuring that the voices and experiences of Wisconsin’s growing and diverse Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) populations are

MADISON, Wis. — After Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann filed to run for governor today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Sarah Abel released the following statement: “The Republican primary for governor is going to be a who’s who of far-right extremists tripping over themselves to earn Donald Trump’s favor—and all Josh Schoemann

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley issued the following statement regarding the news that the Trump administration is eliminating federal funding for AmeriCorps programs in Wisconsin, including at the Milwaukee County Courthouse, that will impact services for residents and families, as reported this morning by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. “AmeriCorps is

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – This week, nonpartisan election forecaster Cook Political Report shifted its rating of Wisconsin’s Third District to “Toss Up,” noting Rebecca Cooke’s strength and momentum in their coverage of the race.  “Cooke’s early momentum, coupled with encouraging results for Democrats in this month’s state Supreme Court race, moves this race

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced ten nominees for eight open seats in the 2025 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors election. Eight districts are up for election beginning May 1, 2025. The following candidates, listed by district, have been

First bi-annual report shows signs of a gradual economic cooling emerging, with forecasted trends pointing to softer employment gains and rising housing costs MILWAUKEE — The Center for Applied Economics in Marquette University’s College of Business Administration released its first Economic Scorecard for Southeastern Wisconsin, which shows Wisconsin and the

Hi, I’m Representative Ben Franklin and I represent the 88th Assembly District for the State of Wisconsin. The 88th Assembly District is located in Northeastern Wisconsin and comprises the central most parts of Brown County Today, I’m thrilled to celebrate the tremendous success of the 2025 NFL Draft, hosted in

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beef Council Announces Winner of ‘Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest’Download … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2025-2026 general inland fishing season opens statewide Saturday, May 3. With more than 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of perennial streams and rivers, 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline and 260 miles of the Mississippi River, there are