Health officials reviewed safety and effectiveness of hepatitis B vaccine, issuing guidance to parents, clinicians The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continues to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine at birth for all newborns and today issued guidance to Wisconsin health care providers affirming the recommendation. Wisconsin’s guidance comes after the CDC

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation, in partnership with the Wisconsin National Guard Counterdrug Program, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is pleased to announce the Overdose Death Initiative (ODI). ODI was created in May 2024 and became an

MADISON, WI – Governor Tony Evers has signed a proposal introduced by State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) that will improve an incentive to Wisconsin businesses to invest in workforce housing and childcare. Assembly Bill 280, which is now Act 78, builds on legislation Representative Armstrong successfully shepherded to the Governor’s

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering tips to help families save money, reduce waste and keep recycling and trash workers safe during upcoming holidays. “We know recycling can be confusing,” said Jennifer Semrau, DNR waste reduction and diversion coordinator. “But there are some basic tips

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld, today announced increased 2026 municipal services payments for Wisconsin municipalities. Thanks to increases secured by Gov. Evers in the 2025-27 Biennial Budget, prorated state payments will increase from 37.6 percent in 2025 to a total

Madison – Today, Representative Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) released the following statement: “I appreciate the public interest and discussion of Assembly Bill 718: the Clean Water for All Life Act. I introduced this bill to protect our water supply from the harmful substances that are used in chemical abortion and

MADISON, WI…Following negotiations between labor and management, the Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) has developed consensus legislation to improve the workers compensation system in Wisconsin.  Among changes to the system incorporated into the bill include components of Senate Bill 168, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) workers compensation coverage for volunteer firef…

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed motions to intervene in two lawsuits seeking to overturn Wisconsin’s Congressional maps. WILL is seeking to defend the current Congressional maps on behalf of a group of Wisconsin voters. Hearings before two separate three-judge are scheduled for this Friday.

Milwaukee, WI – Joel Brennan today launched his campaign for governor, vowing to stand up to Donald Trump while focusing on improving the lives of people across Wisconsin and moving the state forward. Watch Joel’s Announcement Video Here. “Thanks to Donald Trump’s chaos and incompetence, the numbers just aren’t adding up

GIBRALTAR, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Jennibel Shipwreck (Schooner) in Lake Michigan near the Town of Gibraltar (Door County) on the State Register of Historic Places. State Historic Preservation Officer Tricia Canaday presented a certificate to Tamara Thomsen. The Jennibel Shipwreck (Schooner) was constructed

LAKE MICHIGAN, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Thomas H. Smith Shipwreck (Steambarge), located in Lake Michigan, on the State Register of Historic Places. State Historic Preservation Officer Tricia Canaday presented a certificate to Tamara Thomsen. The Thomas H. Smith Shipwreck (Steambarge) was built in

MADISON, Wis. —  Wisconsin hospitals and health systems provided $2.2 billion in community benefits in 2024, according to a new report released today by the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA). The comprehensive report demonstrates how hospitals serve as more than health care providers – they are community anchors, economic engines, and trusted

MILWAUKEE – Joel Brennan, president of the Greater Milwaukee Committee (GMC), today announced he will step away from that role. Cristy Garcia-Thomas – a long-standing business executive and member of the GMC Board – will serve as interim president. Garcia-Thomas brings deep experience, respect across the organization, and a strong commitment to

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. “I was proud to vote for the FY26 NDAA as it advances President Trump’s mission to keep America strong, secure, and dominant on the world stage. The

MADISON, Wis – Representative Joe Sheehan (D-Sheboygan) along with his Democratic colleagues on the education committee introduced LRB-5599, a bill that would ensure a sum-sufficient special education reimbursement rate of 42% in the 2025-26 school year and 45% for 2026-2027. Recently, the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) stated that current funding passed in Wiscons… Please

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on Oversight titled, “Fighting Obamacare Subsidy Fraud: Is the Administrative Procedure Act Working as Intended.” Rep. Fitzgerald issued the

Madison, WI – Today, the Transportation Projects Commission (TPC) approved a study of the I-94 corridor that includes the section between HWY SS and the Jefferson County line. The proposed study received unanimous support from Commission members, which includes legislators from both parties, as well as Governor Evers. “I was

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  — Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced major victories secured in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act following today’s House passage. “This bill puts our warfighters first. The FY26 NDAA strengthens America’s ability to fight, adapt, and win. It reinforces our alliances, modernizes our investments in America’s national security, and

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), co-chair and co-founder of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after voting against final passage of the $890.6 billion FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill’s topline does not reflect the additional $150 billion added to the Pentagon’s budget through

Legislation enacted into law includes designating a bridge over STH 82 on I-39, making changes to town government operations, and exempts MiLB players from wage and hour laws  Madison, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement after Governor Evers signed three pieces of legislation, authored by Representative Dallman,