MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #180 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., Dec. 22, 2022, in honor of Aundre Cross, a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier who was killed on Fri., Dec. 9, 2022, at

WASHINGTON – Today, the Republican National Committee (RNC) announced that the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI, will be held from July 15-18, 2024. RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, Milwaukee 2024 Host Committee Chair Reince Priebus, and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson issued the following statements: RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel:“We are excited to

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of unemployment and employment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities and counties in Wisconsin for November 2022. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: The data included in

This morning, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to discuss the dangers of TikTok and the malign intentions of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Click HERE to watch the full interview, or read highlights of the conversation below: On the need to ban TikTok: “The CCP effectively

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to announce its participation in the Happy Little 5k, a race benefiting tree health in Wisconsin state parks. The race, inspired by artist Bob Ross, is a virtual event with proceeds going towards tree health and protection across the state.

WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) was joined by Sens. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Mike Braun (R-Ind.) and Rand Paul (R-Ky.) in a press conference to oppose the $1.7 trillion, 4,000+ page omnibus spending bill and argue in favor of additional amendments. Sen. Johnson offered an

MADISON – One-hundred fifty years ago, Charles Darwin speculated that life likely originated in a warm little pond. There, Darwin supposed, chemical reactions and the odd lightning strike might have led to chains of amino acids that, over time, became more and more complex until the beginnings of life emerged.

A winter storm system is expected to move through Wisconsin tonight into Friday, bringing snow, high winds, reduced visibility and frigid temperatures across the state. Road conditions will vary significantly depending on location, so the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is encouraging drivers to be weather aware, especially if traveling

(WAUKESHA, WI) – Waukesha County is pleased to announce a commitment of $4.5 million to the Waukesha County Center for Growth’s GROW Fund, accelerating its commitment to area economic development. The Generating Resources and Opportunity in Waukesha County (GROW) Fund was created by the Waukesha County Center for Growth to provide

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Rhinelander is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. This project includes the replacement of watermains throughout the city of Rhinelander. Activities related to this

Cameron, Wis. – Senator-elect Romaine Robert Quinn of the 25th District announced his committee assignments for the 2023-2024 session of the Wisconsin State Legislature, which will begin in January. Senator-elect Quinn will chair the Committee on Housing, Rural Issues & Forestry. He will serve as vice-chair of the Committee on

 MADISON, Wis. – Travel can be as much a part of the holiday season as baked goods and decorations, but for kids travel safety needs to be integral to any family gathering tradition.               There are some critical steps families can take to keep

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Kelly Hays to serve as Langlade County District Attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by District Attorney Elizabeth Gebert’s resignation. Hays will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2025. “Kelly Hays has demonstrated a passion

With a significant winter storm forecasted to impact much of Wisconsin this week, everyone in the state is encouraged to take steps now to ensure they are prepared. The National Weather Service is forecasting several states in the Midwest will be impacted by a winter storm beginning on Wednesday evening

Madison, Wis. – Rep. Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) issued the following statement after being named theChairman of the Assembly Committee on Government Accountability and Oversight:“I am honored to have the opportunity to chair this important committee again. Holding our unelectedpublic officials accountable is one of the most important issues facing our

Madison, Wis. – Today, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) was appointed to serve on the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism, Senate Committee on Economic Development and Technical Colleges, Senate Committee on Insurance and Small Business, Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government, Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue, and Senate

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement: “Shame on Ascension for announcing the closure of the only Labor and Delivery Unit on Milwaukee’s southside at St. Francis Hospital just days before Christmas. This abrupt and short-sighted decision will leave expecting families on the southside without a safe and

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Senator-Elect Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) was appointed by Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) as the Ranking Democrat on the Senate Committee on Health and the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. Hesselbein was also appointed to the Senate Committees on Agriculture & Tourism; Financial Institutions & Sporting Heritage;