MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the Keep Wildlife Wild poster contest. This year’s theme was “If You Care, Leave Them There.” Fourth, fifth and sixth graders across Wisconsin were invited to submit posters that spread the word about keeping all wildlife

The federal government announced a notice of funding opportunity for communities to apply for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to improve roadway safety. Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has resources to support communities applying for these competitive federal discretionary grants. Grant awards in this second round of

Madison, WI – Solar energy will become accessible to more Wisconsin citizens under a bill introduced by State Senator Duey Strobel (R-Cedarburg) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Nekoosa). The bill will authorize community solar programs that would allow families, farms, schools, and businesses to choose to get their energy from

MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported that far-right candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court Dan Kelly is closing out the race by traveling the state on a private jet owned by anti-abortion activists with ties to the conservative group Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. Kelly’s campaign described Paul and Elizabeth Keppeler, the

Madison, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Green Lake) invites residents of the 41st Assembly District to testify at the Joint Committee on Finance’s upcoming public hearing on the Governor’s 2023-2025 Biennial Budget. The public hearing will take place on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm at the Wilderness

(Madison, WI) Rep. Michael Schraa (R-Oshkosh) would like to hear his constituents’ thoughts on the state budget. He has scheduled several meetings around the district in the next few weeks. Sessions will provide opportunities for individuals or family groups to meet directly with Rep. Schraa. Omro City Hall April 24th, 11:00

MADISON, WI. – Today,Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced its new billboard overlooking Miller Parkway during opening week of baseball in Milwaukee.  Sam Rogers, AFP-WI Public Affairs Director, made the following statement:  “Governor Evers has prioritized giving taxpayer money to wealthy out-of-state team owners over tackling crucial economic reforms needed in Wisconsin.Instead

PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — Six Wisconsin Army National Guard noncommissioned officers (NCOs) visited Papua New Guinea March 20-27 to conduct a Senior NCO Information Exchange with counterparts from the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) as part of the State Partnership Program. The partnership between the Wisconsin National Guard

FENNIMORE, Wis., April 3, 2023 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa, alongside officials from Grant Regional Health Center, today visited Fennimore to help the community celebrate the groundbreaking of a new family practice clinic. “This is an important project and USDA Rural

MADISON – Tomorrow, Wisconsinites head to the polls to decide the outcome of the most important election in the country in 2023.  “The stakes on April 4 couldn’t be higher,” said Deputy Director Seth Hoffmeister. “What we decide tomorrow will have an impact on Wisconsin and the country for years

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today held a media availability and demonstration with Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) canines, Kozak and Tutty. Kozak is an Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) Canine and Tutty is an Accelerant Detection Canine (ADC). “DCI’s expertise in many

MOUNT PLEASANT, WI APRIL 3, 2023 — A lawsuit was filed today in Racine County against Mount Pleasant Village President David DeGroot, and his campaign manager, Sam Wahlen, by the attorney representing DeGroot’s opponent in the April 4th election, Kelly Gallaher. The lawsuit alleges that both DeGroot and Wahlen made

MADISON, Wis. – On Election Eve, Wisconsin physicians and a medical student called on voters to stand up for women’s medical freedom and health by casting their ballots for Judge Janet Protasiewicz in the high-stakes state Supreme Court race on Tuesday, April 4.  The call from the physicians comes on

Cameron, Wis. – State Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) and State Representative Chanz Green (R-Grandview) have scheduled an in-district listening session. This first-come, first-serve meeting is an opportunity to express your thoughts on issues that might be considered by the Wisconsin State Legislature. The listening session will be: Monday, April

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Wausau is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the installation of a treatment system for the removal PFAS.

Madison – Today, Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following the bill signing ceremony in the Capitol. Governor Evers signed Rep. Donovan’s bipartisan reckless driving legislation that allows municipalities to tow vehicles of reckless drivers if they have previous unpaid fines. Rep. Donovan said: “Exactly three months ago, I started my

OSHKOSH, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that Terry Lynn Culver, 64, of Oshkosh, was sentenced to serve three years in the Wisconsin Prison System followed by six years of supervised release. Following a four-day jury trial, Culver was convicted of eight felonies for crimes related to elder

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) reintroduced their bipartisan legislation to help address America’s truck driver shortage by establishing a refundable income tax credit for qualified commercial truck drivers.  In 2021, American trucking companies experienced a record deficit of approximately 80,000 drivers due to hiring and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2023-2024 Wisconsin’s Fishing Regulations Guide is now available.  These regulations went into effect on April 1, making now the perfect time for anglers to review daily bag and size limits and season dates. Additionally, anglers are encouraged to review and

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed the first bill of his second term, enacting a law to help prevent reckless driving. Senate Bill 92, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 1, aims to curb reckless driving in Wisconsin by allowing counties and municipalities to enact ordinances authorizing law enforcement to impound a