MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement regarding Rep. Rob Brooks: “I want to thank Rob for his years of service to the people of Wisconsin and, more personally, for his friendship over the years. “Rob has been a strong and reliable member of our

Local Leaders Promote Awareness and Work to Keep Kids Safe (Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach has declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Brown County to shine a light on the role all citizens play in protecting and promoting strong, healthy families and the well-being

WASHINGTON, DC — End Citizens United, a leading national anti-corruption organization, today named Rep. Derrick Van Orden to its 2026 list of Most Corrupt politicians, citing a record of taking money from corporate special interests and advancing policies that have raised costs on families across Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. “Rep.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signs Assembly Bill 454, advancing housing access across the state MADISON, Wis. (April 9, 2026) — Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is proud to have played an instrumental role in the development and crafting of Assembly Bill 454, now Wisconsin Act 239. For

Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. Whether it’s kids in the classroom, families at home, or our farmers and agricultural industries, Wisconsinites’ health and well-being depend on access to clean, safe water. Folks should be able to trust that the water coming out of their tap is safe, but we know that’s not

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Central Wisconsin: Segments 20, 21, C21, C22 & Portage-Columbia 138kV Reconductor Projects in Columbia County.   Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual

On April 6, 2026, two bills to address PFAs contamination were signed into law by Governor Tony Evers. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) applauds the Governor and State Legislature for their work to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) contamination in our state. These impactful pieces of legislation release $133 million

Five years. Thousands of UWM community members. Millions of dollars and countless possibilities. That’s the story of 414 for UWM Giving Days. On April 13 and 14, Panthers supporters around the world will unite to pave the path of possibilities for UWM students, research and community programming. And as the

Wisconsin Right to Life is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Marshall as its new Director of Advocacy, Policy & Political Affairs. Marshall brings hands-on legislative experience and a deep commitment to pro-life policy.  Marshall earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Pre-Law, with a minor in History,

Overview Wisconsin voters sent a clear message in this year’s Supreme Court race when they elected Judge Chris Taylor by a commanding 20-point margin. Voters showed a strong preference for consensus-builders who will protect freedoms and oppose — not enable — federal overreach, rejecting an extremist who tried to throw

Madison – Today, Representative Joy Goeben (R – Hobart) shared the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 502: “I am deeply disappointed by the Governor’s veto of AB 502, a bill that represented years of negotiation and a hard-fought compromise among stakeholders to break long-standing gridlock. “AB 502

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong is attracting support from progressive leaders across the nation, underscoring the importance of Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race and the growing enthusiasm surrounding her campaign to create permanent affordability for working families. This month, Hong has received endorsements from former Ohio State Senator

Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and security of our elections with the signing of the Electoral

Random Lake, WI — Lifelong Kewaskum-area resident Bradley Petersen announced today that he is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 59th Assembly District. He is running to be a strong conservative voice who will defend faith, family, freedom, and the values that make this district the heart of Wisconsin.

Potosi, WI – John Rindy has formally announced his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 49th District. “I’m running to listen to the concerns of my neighbors, ensure legislative transparency, and protect the interests of everyone in our district,” said Rindy. “As your representative, my goal is to amplify

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced that they will force the Senate to vote again to end the war in Iran: “Before President Trump started his illegal and

Fond du Lac, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen released the following statement in response to Representative Jerry O’Connor announcing he will not seek reelection in 2026: “I want to extend my sincere thanks to Representative Jerry O’Connor for his years of dedicated service to the people of Fond du Lac and

Two-year plan to sustain proven programs, grow high-impact strategies, and target priority populations across Wisconsin The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced its plan for its annual share of $794 million in opioid settlement funds coming to Wisconsin, including participating subdivisions. As a result of settlements reached by the

KIMBERLY, WI — Alicia Saunders, a Navy veteran and industrial sanitation worker, announced Thursday that she is running for Wisconsin’s 2nd Assembly District, challenging seven-year incumbent Shae Sortwell. After running in 2024, Saunders says she didn’t step away — she kept working. “I didn’t lose and disappear,” Saunders said. “I

After a great deal of thought, I have decided to retire from the Wisconsin State Assembly. It has been an honor to represent the people of both the 60th and 59th Assembly Districts. I want to start by thanking my wife and family. Public service requires time and sacrifice, and