Fifty years ago, a landmark law was passed to protect and restore national waterways, which are vital to our health, ecosystems and economy. Since 1972, the Clean Water Act has helped prevent, reduce and eliminate pollution and create water that is drinkable, fishable and swimmable. That same year, the University

Beaver Dam Mayor Becky Glewen was appointed to the League of Wisconsin Municipalities Board of Directors bringing her experience in local government to the governing body of the 124-year-old organization. The League is comprised of more than 600 members, representing both small and large cities and villages in rural and

WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by the Daily Caller, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) today introduced the Dump Investments in Troublesome Communist Holdings Act (DITCH Act). This bill would force non-profits, university endowments, public pension plans, and any other tax-exempt entity to divest from Chinese companies or lose their

WASHINGTON, Dec. 01, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is accepting grant applications for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) program to help people in rural and tribal communities access remote education and health care resources. The DLT program helps fund

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the Senate Great Lakes Task Force, introduced a Senate Resolution recognizing and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972. The legislation has long protected our nation’s maritime heritage by providing for the establishment of national

Elkhorn, WI — Add another sheriff to the growing list of law enforcement officials endorsing Justice Daniel Kelly for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Retired Walworth County Sheriff David Graves issued this statement supporting Justice Kelly. “Making sure the people of Wisconsin are promised equal justice under the law by upholding the

MILWAUKEE – A new Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has pulled into a tie with President Joe Biden in a hypothetical 2024 matchup, with each receiving 42% support from registered voters nationwide. DeSantis has increased his support in polling since January, while Biden’s support

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Lindsey Formanek to serve as Vernon County Register of Deeds. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Marilyn Hauge, effective Dec. 31, 2022. Formanek will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends on Jan. 5, 2025.

Contact: Dan Knodl, (262) 502-0118 Germantown, WI – State Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) has announced his campaign for Wisconsin’s 8th Senate District following the retirement of State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills): “As a State Representative, it has been a privilege to work alongside strong conservative leaders such as Senator

A program that combines computer-based and driving simulator training may reduce the proportion of crashes and near crashes among teens with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a small study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Teens who took the training, which aims to reduce the number of long glances

Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement on the January 6th Select Committee. “Today I met with the January 6th Select Committee after previously receiving a subpoena for my testimony. I did not have any involvement with the events of January 6, 2021. My meeting with the Select Committee was

MADISON – Many businesses are unaware of legal requirements for sending the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) uncashed payroll checks, unclaimed customer refunds, and other unclaimed property they hold. Under law, businesses, organizations, or governmental units holding unclaimed property in Wisconsin have through February 28, 2023, to initiate an unclaimed

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the December board meeting to consider several proposed rulemaking documents, hearings and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, originating from public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF2), 101 S. Webster Street,

MADISON, Wis. — Jennifer Dorow, Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge appointed by former Republican Governor Scott Walker, today announced she is running for the Wisconsin State Supreme Court. Dorow, who has already labeled herself “conservative” in media interviews will be competing against right-winger Dan Kelly, who was defeated in his 2020

MADISON – The Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) is seeking suggestions from stakeholders and the public for its next slate of recommended legislative changes. The Council will host a hybrid public hearing from 3-6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, using WebEx web conferencing technology and in person at 201 E. Washington

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) opened a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. The new location will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs. County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones made the following statement.   “Milwaukee Enrollment Services has a new location that is now located at 6055 North 64th Street. I’d

Washington DC — New Navigator polling reveals 72 percent of voters support passing the “Momnibus” legislation to reduce preventable deaths in moms. America has the highest maternal mortality rate of any industrialized country in the world and 80 percent of deaths are entirely preventable. This legislation is also key to