Legislation would expand program to include state parks MADISON, WI… Legislation co-authored by State Senator André Jacque (R-New Franklin) to expand the national Every Kid Outdoors program unanimously passed the State Assembly Committee on Forestry, Parks and Outdoor Recreation today on a vote of 9 to 0. Every Kid Outdoors

MADISON, WI –– Today, Wisconsin State Senator Kelda Roys joined local physicians and medical students at a roundtable to highlight how Trump-era and Republican-led attacks on abortion access are harming families, impacting health care providers, and undermining the education of a generation of medical students in our country.  Today’s event is part of

FOND DU LAC, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice today announced that Leonard H. Hughes, 82, of Fond Du Lac, Wis. has been charged with transporting and storing hazardous waste without a license and Zachary T. Ballard, 25, of Brandon, Wis. has been charged for allegedly dumping fluorescent bulbs

Madison, Wis. – This morning, Legislative Democrats introduced a bill to fund the Knowles-Nelson program, a grant program that supports Wisconsin state parks and other conservation efforts. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “For the past thirty-five years, this program has ensured access to natural areas, protected public

The La Crosse County Democratic Party is shocked that Vice President JD Vance would travel to La Crosse in order to campaign about the One, Big Beautiful Bill for Billionaires since that bill is going to cause so much direct harm to La Crosse County and Western Wisconsin.  The law

Event aimed at providing better outcomes for victims being held at the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Central Office Training Center MADISON, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is joining forces with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections for a session next week at the DOC’s Central Office Training Center in Madison to

Community partners in Eau Claire and La Crosse stepped up to help neighbors in need while Republicans continue to drive up prices and cut food assistance EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin today announced the conclusion of its “Cones for a Cause” food drive, which collected more than 550 pounds

MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, August 26th, Legislative Democrats introduced their bill to re-authorize the popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. More than 90% of Wisconsinites support the program, which has protected over 650,000 acres of land across the state. After the introduction, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following

Second Release in 2 Weeks Is Another Sign of Progress in Superintendent Cassellius’s Work to Improve Financial Reporting MILWAUKEE — Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly and Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced the release of an additional $17 million in state funding that was previously withheld

MADISON, WI – Today, Wisconsin Democrats announced the introduction of compromise legislation to reauthorize the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship Program. Wisconsin State Representative Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay) released the following statement following the announcement: “Governor Evers included a proposal to reauthorize Knowles-Nelson for 10 years in his budget proposal,

Program will expire June 30th, 2026 if legislative action is not taken MADISON, WI – Today, State Senator Dassler-Alfheim co-authored legislation that renews the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program for six years at $72 million per year.  “This program is the reason that we have such beautiful trails at Heckrodt in Menasha,

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, the Dairy Business Association, today announced the promotion of Chad Zuleger to executive director. Having nearly seven years of experience at DBA, Zuleger is dedicated to advocating for the state’s dairy community. Previously serving as the director of Government Affairs, Zuleger has

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling statewide to highlight the impacts of President Donald Trump’s proposed budget cuts on Wisconsin, including plans to gut a key federal program that helps Wisconsin’s rural communities improve and repair local infrastructure. Gov. Evers today announced over $18.6 million to

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country by milk volume, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Block to the newly defined role of Director of Value Chain Partnerships. In this role, Block will build on her experience in the dairy

Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Democrats introduced a bill that would reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, including $72 million of annual funding. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I am proud to stand beside my Democratic colleagues in introducing a bill which would reauthorize

MADISON, WI – For over three decades, the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has played a vital role in protecting wildlife habitat, ensuring preservation of public lands, improving Wisconsin’s state parks, and promoting Wisconsin’s tourism economy in all 72 counties. Today, State Senator Habush Sinykin (D-Whitefish Bay), State Representative Vinnie Miresse (D-Stevens Point),

MADISON, Wis. (August 26, 2025) — Ten UW System students were awarded $3,000 this month through UW Credit Union’s Community Values Scholarship program. The annual award recognizes undergraduate students throughout Wisconsin for their volunteerism, campus engagement and community-centered employment. 2025 marks a record number of Community Values applicants, with submissions increasing

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers for Sustainable Food today announced the promotion of Jamie Fisher to Managing Director. Fisher joined the organization in 2019 and has helped lead support for farmer-led watershed groups throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. She’s played a pivotal role in executing various sustainability projects, including assisting farmers

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier contract renewal with Inpro Corporation (Inpro).  The DNR’s Green Tier program provides credible recognition to organizations committed to going above and beyond compliance. Specifically, Tier 2 participants meet rigorous requirements form… Please log in to access subscriber content.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign. Wardens and deputies from county sheriff’s offices statewide will monitor