La Crosse, WI — On September 7, the Coulee Region will once again join our nation in observing Labor Day, a holiday created to praise those who work hard to make life better for all of America. Labor Day is more than just a holiday, it represents a celebration of

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Green Bay, Wis. on the afternoon of Friday, August 21, 2026. At approximately 3:09 p.m., Green Bay Police Department officers were dispatched to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages hunters to explore public land for the 2026 hunting season. There are over 6 million acres of public lands across Wisconsin, with most of them open for hunting. In addition to state lands, there are another 8,000 acres known as Voluntary

Editor’s note: A photo of Timothy Anderson can be found here MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski announced Timothy Anderson as Administrator of the Division of Food and Recreational Safety (DFRS). “Tim has decades of experience in protecting public health, managing public

The American Federation of Teachers-Wisconsin, the Service Employees International Union Wisconsin, the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1473, and the Wisconsin Education Association Council today announce their enthusiastic endorsement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Governor of Wisconsin.  Each of these four unions is a statewide organization, and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds ATV/UTV riders that they will see more law enforcement officers Sept. 4-6 for the Labor Day Weekend Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign.  Conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling trails and routes on a unified mission of accident prevention

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has secured a settlement with the Arrowhead Union High School District after school administrators prevented WILL client Sarianne Beronja from displaying a Bible verse in the graduation slideshow. As part of the settlement, the District has apologized to Sarianne and her

GREEN BAY, WI. — “I’ve participated in multiple bipartisan meetings about reforms of the state prison system that would enable the Green Bay Correctional Institution to close, but the only specific plan I’ve seen was in Governor Evers’ last budget proposal. Wisconsin’s prison system needs reform, and GBCI needs to

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Tourism and the Green Bay Packers, celebrated the announcement of the historic return of Badgers hockey to Lambeau Field through the Department’s sponsorship of the Travel Wisconsin Frozen Tundra Faceoff in February. Earlier today, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Travel Wisconsin, and collegiate partners joined the Green Bay

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for three seats on the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board through October 31, 2026. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible corn growers. Growers must sign and postmark completed nomination forms by October 31, 2026,

Madison, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed September as Coastal Awareness Month in Wisconsin in recognition of the important impact that the Great Lakes have on the state. Lake Michigan and Lake Superior are integral to Wisconsin’s economy, recreation, tourism, cultural history, and quality of life. The Governor’s proclamation is a reminder

MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, a member of the Joint Committee on Finance, voted to approve $4,000,000 in one-time funding to the Department of Justice to launch a law enforcement data-sharing technology pilot program. Currently, law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin utilize a variety of different vendors that do not

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500 – Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. “Keeping the government open is the responsible thing to do,” said Congressman Fitzgerald. “This legislation keeps the government funded through December 11, 2026, ensures critical services continue, provides

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to make safety a top priority during Labor Day weekend, which marks the last big boating weekend of the year for some and often leads to busy waters. Check your boat safety equipment, review the laws and be aware of other

As Wisconsinites finalize their plans for the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers that a safe trip starts with smart choices behind the wheel. According to AAA, peak travel times are expected from 2-7 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 3), between noon and 8 p.m. Friday (Sept.

Madison, WI — State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) announced he will introducelegislation in the coming session that will establish screen-free classrooms through the secondgrade. The proposal builds upon recently enacted efforts to curb technology in classrooms, suchas 2025 Act 42 which prohibited use of cell phones during instructional time. “The

MILWAUKEE – The Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers Union (BAC) of Wisconsin endorses Pedro Colón for Wisconsin Supreme Court.  “Pedro has built a career representing hardworking people who are often left behind,” said BAC Director Jim Vick. “He’s taken the time to understand the value of organized labor and what

NEW FRANKEN, WI — Nic Cravillion, candidate for the Wisconsin First Senate District, announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by Wisconsin Right to Life, a leading statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of preborn children and other vulnerable populations in the state. “I appreciate the life saving

Madison – State Treasurer John Leiber announced his agreement with a court decision today that found the diversion of millions of dollars from the Common School Fund to Milwaukee County was unconstitutional. A Waukesha circuit court today heard arguments on a motion in the Stueland v Cullen lawsuit, finding that

LA CROSSE, WI. – Rebecca Cooke declined today an invitation to debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden, despite spending months saying she was eager to debate him. On July 24, Wisconsin Firearm Owners invited both candidates to participate in a one-hour debate focused on the issues facing rural Wisconsin. Congressman Van