WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement following the introduction of his new bill, the Ensuring State Attorney General Accountability Act. This bill would prohibit private interest funding to any attorney general of a state for the purpose of a lawsuit, investigation, or renumeration of personnel. “Private money directly funding official

MILWAUKEE – Today, July 26, 2024, is the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley celebrated this occasion during a proclamation ceremony and community resource fair at Gordon Park with local leaders, advocates, and residents, in recognizing the landmark legislation’s impact in providing

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Burnett County, which means the pest has now been confirmed in all 72 of Wisconsin’s counties. DNR staff responded to a report of EAB at a private residence in the town of

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 153 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,264. “Learning about the lives, jobs, and families of the folks who’ve worked hard to learn and grow from their past mistakes continues to be one of many rewarding parts of my job as governor,” said Gov. Evers. “I am glad we have

Grandmother Ignored and Frustrated, Decides To Run For Governor of WI When:  Saturday July 26, 1:00pm Where:  Urban Park, 1070 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, (located just south of the                   Art Museum and behind Summerfest). Disheartened and angry  after 18 months of constant

MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released an ad calling out Sen. Baldwin’s lies. The ad highlights that Sen. Baldwin has resorted to lies and politics of personal destruction in an attempt to distract voters from her record of failure, which has sparked record-high inflation, the worst border crisis in

MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded $206,130.68 in Regional Career and Education Equipment grants to eight school districts in Southeast Wisconsin. The funding will help schools prepare students for quality jobs and address the state’s skilled workforce shortage. Schools will use the funding to upgrade career

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to announce the 2024 winners of the annual Board of Curators Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations across the state for exceptional work aligned with the Society’s mission to connect people to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories. The

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues introduced the Health Over Wealth Act, legislation that would require greater transparency for private equity firms and for-profit companies that own health care entities, including hospitals, nursing homes, and mental or behavioral health facilities. The legislation would put safeguards in place to protect

MILWAUKEE–State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde (D-17) plans to introduce legislation that will make February 18th, Vel R. Phillips’s birthday, a special observance day in Wisconsin public schools. If passed, this bill would make Vel Phillips the first Black woman to be honored by a special observance day in the state.

STEVENS POINT, WI – Wisconsin voters in the 3rd Congressional District yesterday learned a lot about the real Rebecca Cooke. Cooke has fashioned herself as “just a waitress,” a “small business owner,” and a “nonprofit leader,” but it turns out that she has primarily spent her career as a political fundraiser—raking

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and trappers that the deadline to apply for a bobcat or fisher permit is Aug. 1, 2024. The DNR regulates the harvest of bobcat and fisher through a permitting system. To receive a permit for one of these species,

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Michael A. Schumacher’s resignation. Hoffer will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Douglas Hoffer is a highly regarded attorney

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters to monitor their speed and control their wake while underway, as it can negatively affect other boaters and aquatic ecosystems and cause shoreline erosion. “Wake responsibility is not just about safety; it’s about respect for our beautiful natural

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Theresa Beck to the Jefferson County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge William F. Hue’s resignation. Beck will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Theresa Beck’s breadth of experience and her strong

Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) today announced the receipt of 100 applications for digital connectivity projects through the Flexible Facility Program (FFP), totaling $297 million in funding requests, more than double the amount that Wisconsin was awarded for the program. Applications were submitted by 97 local and tribal governments, representing 57 counties thro… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for

MADISON, Wis. — 34 years ago today, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), marking one of the first ever federal protections to ensure equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities and what is now known as Disability Independence Day.  “On the heels of

MADISON — Gov. Evers announced today his appointment of Lukas Steiner to the Crawford County Circuit Court. The appointment fills a vacancy created by Judge Lynn M. Rider’s retirement. He will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “With more than a decade of experience practicing law and several years of service

In case you missed it, Conservative news outlet Breitbart reported yesterday that Roger Roth is being extensively funded by Billionaire Democrat Michael Bloomberg and his anti-gun group Everytown for Gun Safety. Everytown for Gun Safety wants to ban assault weapons and restrict Wisconsin voters’ Second Amendment Rights. Voters deserve to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results. Barry Peterson of Green Bay and Terry Sorenson of Sturgeon Bay began three-year terms on the Wisconsin Cherry Board on July 1, 2024. About the Wisconsin Cherry BoardThe