MADISON, Wis. – Twenty years ago, on June 8, 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved the human papillomavirus, or HPV, vaccine to prevent cancer, marking one of the most important advances in public health over the past two decades. The virus can cause warts and is transmitted through intimate

Audio File of Radio Address Hey there! Governor Tony Evers here, and I am jazzed as hell to join in celebrating Pride Month across Wisconsin. This annual celebration is a culmination of decades of advocacy, activism, dedication, and understanding for folks and neighbors across the state and country. >From the Black Nite Brawl in Milwaukee to passing the first

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – A new poll shows Rebecca Cooke leading Rep. Derrick Van Orden 50-46 (+4) in the highly competitive race that could decide control of the House of Representatives.  This latest poll shows Rebecca growing her lead by three points from February. She continues to be popular among voters overall, with

MILWAUKEE — A new Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds 61% of adults think the United States Supreme Court is ruling for President Donald Trump “almost always” or “most of the time,” while 39% say the Court is ruling for him “only some of the time” or “almost never.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden a member of the House Armed Services Committee and a retired U.S. Navy SEAL with 26 years of service and multiple combat deployments across the Middle East, including service in every country Iran has attacked or destabilized through its terror network, released the following statement regarding the

RAYMOND, Wis. – ER nurse and Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District Mitchell Berman is calling out Rep. Bryan Steil for voting against the War Powers Resolution to end the reckless war in Iran, even as a bipartisan House majority voted today to demand exactly that. Berman issued the

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin is warning that the rapid expansion of AI data centers and automated surveillance systems across Wisconsin represents the construction of a new “Big Brother” infrastructure before our very eyes. Across the state, citizens are increasingly pushing back. Verona ended its Flock surveillance camera contract, while

MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 140 tweets. From falling for AI slop (again) to spreading conspiracy theories, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: Roadkill-Eating Conspiracy Theorist

Derrick Van Orden and House Republicans secured a big win for Wisconsin families, passing legislation that safeguards federal child care funding from fraud and holds scammers accountable. The bill ensures working families receive the benefits they deserve by implementing stricter reporting standards, increasing penalties on states and providers that misuse

As President Trump visits Wisconsin, Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) will host a series of events, as part of Unrig Our Economy’s new Protect Family Farms campaign over the summer to highlight how the Washington agenda is hurting farmers and rural communities. This Wisconsin stop will be the first of a handful of events across

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Housing Grant Program. Up to $2 million is available for physical improvements to emergency shelters and transitional residences statewide, including rehabilitation, accessibility upgrades, and new construction. Applications are available on wheda.com and must be submitted by

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews exposes how Derrick Van Orden’s and Donald Trump’s reckless policies are hurting Wisconsin farmers by debunking the false MAGA claims they’re spreading ahead of Trump’s visit to Chippewa County. As Trump prepares to visit western Wisconsin, UpNorthNews fact-checked several claims Trump made to a farm audience

MADISON – Kelly Herness has been hired as the administrative and political action coordinator at Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. Herness will be responsible for overseeing the operations, communications and fundraising activities of the Volunteers for Agriculture® (VFA) Political Action Committee, while also directing the administrative and operational functions of the government

(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach has announced that the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation (GGBCF) and its President/CEO Dennis Buehler have convened representatives from the Neville Public Museum Foundation and The Children’s Museum of Green Bay to discuss a possible partnership with the Neville Public Museum. The respective museum representatives and officials agreed yesterday

Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced today a six-figure launch of a new round of statewide digital and video advertisements supporting Tom Tiffany for governor.  The latest ads build upon the strong grassroots momentum across Wisconsin for Tiffany’s commonsense, fiscally responsible leadership. They spotlight the real-world impact of skyrocketing

KING, Wis.—Last week, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) and the Waupaca Historical Society signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which lays the groundwork for the preservation and restoration of the historic and beloved Commandant House on the campus of the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King.    “Thanks to the

DANE COUNTY – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard will host three public Budget Listening Sessions to hear directly from residents as the county begins crafting its 2027 budget. These events provide an opportunity for community members to share their ideas, concerns, and priorities for the future of Dane County. “Developing

MILWAUKEE, WI — Leaders Igniting Transformation – Education Fund (LIT) will host a statewide Candidate Forum series this summer designed to connect Wisconsin residents directly with candidates running for statewide office. This Candidate Forum series will bring together students, young professionals, and community members to hear directly from candidates seeking

Madison – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) announced today new state safety codes for electrical and plumbing work will take effect September 1. Beginning on that date, any electrical or plumbing plans submitted for review to DSPS or its delegated agents must adhere to the new code

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin joined her colleagues in introducing legislation to protect veterans and their earned benefits from the scamming practices of claims sharks and other predatory actors. The Stopping Abuse, Fraud, and Exploitation by Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding (SAFEGUARD) Veterans Act would clarify that only accredited individuals can assist