Can Kleefisch Compete with Half a Million in Outside Spending? MADISON, Wis. – Kevin Nicholson’s deep-pocketed, dark money supporters released their first ad in the GOP primary this week, calling Nicholson a “doer” — but all his plans for our state amount to nothing more than political talking points. The half

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Evers signed Senate Bill 867 into law, which was championed by Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk). This bill, which passed through the legislature with strong bi-partisan support, makes changes to shoreland zoning laws regarding viewing corridors and bridge construction. Viewing corridors for lake-front property, under current

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – The Republican Jewish Coalition announced this morning their endorsements of 14 candidates in key races around the country, including Derrick Van Orden in Wisconsin’s 3rd District as one of the only 4 challengers receiving an endorsement. In the endorsement, RJC Executive Director Matt Brooks said

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) completed three listening sessions held throughout Southeast Wisconsin. “It is my priority to be available and accessible to residents in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. At each of the listening sessions today, we discussed issues including rising prices, public safety, Russia’s unjust invasion of Ukraine, and

Depopulation efforts continue this week at the Jefferson County poultry farm infected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is coordinating with state and federal partners in this response. Additionally, DATCP has updated its HPAI incident webpage to include new resources on depopulation,

March is Women’s History Month, and for the 5th straight year, the City of Milwaukee will be honoring notable women in the city’s history with a series of informational vignettes that will run on the front page of the city’s website and on the City Channel. The features began today –

MILWAUKEE —Marquette University reports that 94% of its 2020-21 bachelor’s degree recipients are either employed full-time or enrolled in graduate/professional school, part of a service program or are active military, according to the annual Undergraduate First-Destination Survey conducted by the Office of Institutional Research and Analysis. Marquette’s employment rate 10

MADISON, Wis. — As the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson get underway this week, our elected leaders have the chance to set a precedent on equality and representation that should have been set a long time ago. “In recent years, many of us have been working

Today, the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) PAC officially released a list of endorsements for the 2022 election cycle led by Senator Ron Johnson. Fox News had the exclusive on this, excerpts and a link to that story are below. Senator Johnson thanked the RJC in a tweet found here. ICYMI: Sen. Ron Johnson

Monona, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Ray S. and Theo P. Owen House in Monona, Dane County, on the State Register of Historic Places. The Owen House, the first summer cottage to be built along Wicawak Bay on the east shore of Lake Monona,

Milwaukee, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of TOPS Club Inc. of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, on the State Register of Historic Places. TOPS Club Inc. (4575 S. 5th St.) has been added to the State Register as one of the most influential weight-loss support organizations in the

Fond du Lac, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Winnebago Cheese Company in Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County, on the State Register of Historic Places. The Winnebago Cheese Company has been added to the State Register for its association with Fond du Lac’s

Milwaukee, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Oriental Theatre in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, on the State Register of Historic Places. The Oriental Theatre has been added to the State Register of Historic Places as a highly intact example of a movie palace, a type that

MADISON, Wis – The Wisconsin NextGen9-1-1 GIS Implementation Plan is now available on the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs, Office of Emergency Communications (OEC) website. The newly released Plan was developed as part of a larger NextGen9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) project with OEC and consulting firm, Geo-Comm, Inc. and outlines the tasks

MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers today awarded more than $86 million in grants to support small businesses in communities disproportionately impacted by the pandemic that have historically had difficulty accessing credit and capital. “We’re continuing to build a strong and resilient economy that works for everyone, and that means encouraging business development in communities that have been

Kenosha-Senator Bob Wirch (D-Somers) is calling out Republicans in the State Legislature for breaking a promise they made to Wisconsin veterans and the families of service members.  After removing a provision in Governor Evers’ budget to fund the UW-Madison Missing in Action Recovery and Identification Program, or MIA Project, the

Racine, WI, March 19, 2022 – Joseph Kexel, chairman of the Libertarian Party of Southeast Wisconsin, announces that Maria S. Lazar is that group’s unanimous choice for the Wisconsin State Court of Appeals, District 2. Kexel continued, “She clearly is the choice for upholding our state constitution and judging law

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Last week, Derrick took to the air waves to discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine, calling for continued arming of the Ukrainian people so they have the ability to defend themselves and criticizing President Biden’s lack of clarity in committing to the NATO Alliance. Derrick

MADISON, WI – In-person absentee voting will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, Mar. 22, at several  locations throughout the City of Madison.   What will you need to bring with you if you’re voting absentee in person? • An acceptable photo ID for voting in Wisconsin.  If you need to register for the

Spring is officially here and the Wisconsin Spring Election is weeks away. Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s election (April 5). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the