Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed Monday, November 27 as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to remind motorists to give snowplow drivers plenty of space to complete their jobs safely. In partnership with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) urges drivers to slow down

MILWAUKEE — Experts from the Marquette University Law School Poll, Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education, and Marquette’s Department of Political Science will be guests for an “On the Issues” program looking at Wisconsin’s 2024 election outlook, on Wednesday, Nov. 29, at 12:15 p.m. at

The opening weekend of this year’s gun deer season was a success for many. Read on to check out preliminary deer harvest and license sale totals. Preliminary License Sales Data Preliminary figures indicate the number of deer hunters in Wisconsin slightly decreased compared to 2022. As of midnight Sunday, Nov. 19,

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine today announced special holiday pricing of five issues for $5 during the holiday season. This special pricing will be available for all subscribers, including renewals and gifts, through Jan. 2, 2024. A subscription is normally $8.97 for four issues. Subscribe now to start a subscription with the

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message encouraging Wisconsinites to take care of their mental health during the holiday season.    Earlier this year, in recognition of the troubling statistics seen over the past few years regarding mental health and the growing

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that 2024 state park and forest annual admission stickers and trail passes are now on sale. Give the gift of the great outdoors by purchasing admission stickers and trail passes for family, friends and co-workers. The DNR recommends purchasing stickers

MILWAUKEE (Nov. 23, 2023) – While most conversations around the Thanksgiving dinner table will be about gratitude, holiday shopping, and football, one nonprofit group wants victims of human trafficking to be included in people’s thoughts and conversations this year. HEMAD (Human trafficking Educators working with Men and boys to stand Against the Demand) launched its

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours in Eau Claire County at the time and location listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other

MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee County Board Supervisor Peter Burgelis denounced homophobic and intolerant campaign literature from an opponent on his campaign for City of Milwaukee 11th District Alderperson. Campaign literature falsely accuses Burgelis’ support of a convicted judge.  Burgelis says, “Voters deserve better than dirty politics. While my opponent has

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared a video message celebrating “Shop Small Wisconsin” and encouraging Wisconsinites to shop at local small businesses during the holidays. For the third consecutive year, Gov. Evers proclaimed “Shop Small Wisconsin” across the state. This year, Shop Small Wisconsin will take place Nov. 25, 2023, through Dec.

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for October 2023. In brief, the non-seasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary October

MADISON–Over the weekend, a white supremacist neo-Nazi group organized a demonstration at the Capitol. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement: “Over the weekend hatred and bigotry were on full, repugnant display at the Capitol when neo-Nazis showed up–clearly with intent to terrify, and divide. Hateful, racist behavior in

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the villages of Black Earth, Dickeyville, Highland and West Baraboo are applicants for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve their respective public drinking water systems. These projects are all located in the south-central region

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced a $100,000 settlement with Paul Bugar Trucking, Inc. and owner Paul J. Bugar. The settlement resolves a civil environmental enforcement action alleging violations of a Wisconsin Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit for the company’s non-metallic mining operations in Clark County, Wisconsin.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers delivered the Democratic Radio Address, wishing Wisconsinites a happy Thanksgiving. The message was also shared as a video message that can be found here.  Governor: Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here.  First Lady: And I’m First Lady Kathy Evers.  Governor: We wanted to take

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department has awarded brownfield assessment services to Cuba City to assist with the investigation of potential environmental contamination at the site of a former dry cleaner. The award is from the DNR’s Wisconsin Assessment Monies program, which provides contractor

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Today, Biden-Harris 2024 is announcing an ad to run in Milwaukee, Wisconsin highlighting President Biden’s commitment to lowering costs for America’s middle class. “Finally” will air in Milwaukee around the Thanksgiving Day Lions vs. Packers matchup. This announcement is the latest evidence of the campaign’s focus on reaching a general

Washington, D.C. (November 22, 2023) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today demanded answers from President Biden as to why his administration allowed Iran access to an additional $10 billion worth of previously restricted funds. The timing of the sanctions waiver is especially concerning due to the recent attacks on U.S.