MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), today is celebrating College Savings Month by encouraging Wisconsinites to start or boost their college savings through the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program. Gov. Evers proclaimed September as “College Savings Month” in Wisconsin. A copy of the governor’s

Addressing rising rates of suicide and overdoses in our communities West Bend, WI – Suicide is a serious public health issue with far-reaching consequences for individuals, families, and communities. Loneliness and isolation can be profound threats to well-being. From 2021 to 2024, there were 96 suicides and 129 fatal overdoses across Washington and Ozaukee Counties.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages media to use these video and image assets in any media coverage for the upcoming 2025 deer hunting season. Please credit all assets to Wisconsin DNR. Hunters have their first chance to pursue deer this fall starting Sept. 13 with the opening

Wisconsin Historical Society announces fall 2025 events, where unique Wisconsin stories, personal artifacts, true crime walking tours and the history of farming come to life MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society’s History Maker Space in downtown Madison is hosting its fall 2025 events, offering new ways to explore the

Residents impacted by August flooding encouraged to stop by for information and help (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Waukesha County, in partnership with local agencies, will open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) at the Waukesha County Expo Center to support residents impacted by the historic flooding event in August. The Multi-Agency Resource C…

If approved, Wisconsin BEAD Program expected to help expand high-speed internet access to over 174,000 locations statewide MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced another major milestone in the state’s efforts to expand high-speed internet statewide. On Sept. 3, 2025, the PSC

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) introduced the Local Wage Act. The proposed legislation includes two bills to repeal state statutes that currently preempt local communities from establishing minimum wage and paid family and medical leave policies. LRB-0042 and LRB-0127 would remove two provisions of state law that preempt

MADISON – Today, the 7th Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals granted the DNR’s request for a stay of the EPA’s final rule classifying Southeast Wisconsin and Sheboygan counties as “Serious” nonattainment areas under the 2015 ozone standard. WMC has long advocated for such actions to be taken and

Smith’s dual degrees in management, operations, in-field experience readied her for role helping students become industry ready Menomonie, Wis. – With more than 30 years of field experience and two degrees from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Zhawaanukwe Jodee Smith is leading as Chief Financial Officer and Dean of Career and Technology

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the dates for fall open houses at two fish spawning facilities and two fish hatcheries. Over the coming weeks, the DNR will host open houses at the Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery, Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility, Root River Steelhead Facility and the Wild

Wisconsin — The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) will host its second statewide Virtual Town Hall on Tuesday, September 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM Central Time, offering party members and the general public a chance to engage directly with LPWI’s Executive Committee and leadership team. This livestreamed event will provide

PASCO, WA. — Endeavor PAC is proud to announce its endorsement of Derrick Van Orden for re-election in Wisconsin’s 3rd District.  Tiffany Smiley, Founder of Endeavor PAC, said: “We are proud to support Derrick Van Orden, a battle-tested Navy SEAL who has dedicated his life to defending America abroad and at home.

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition (DVC) is excited to announce September 8-12, 2025, has officially been proclaimed National Disability Voting Rights Week in Wisconsin. Disability Voting Rights Week is a national, nonpartisan initiative to build the power of the disability vote and increase awareness of voting rights. DVC and our

Sports fans in Wisconsin have reported their season tickets being stolen by scammers. These scammers access a season ticket holder’s account, fraudulently transfer the tickets to another account, and leave the rightful owner with no sign of the theft until they log in to their ticket account to access their

Madison, WI — Today, Collin McNamara officially announced his candidacy for Wisconsin’s Secretary of State. A UW-Stevens Point alum who grew up in Iola, Wisconsin, McNamara has been an active member of the Portage and Waupaca County Democratic Parties and an outspoken voice for positive, progressive change for over a

On Saturday, September 6th the Democrats of the 4CC listened while a vigorous roster of candidates, soon to announce candidates, and party leaders shared goals and strategies. Something shy of 200 people gathered at Riverside Park in Berlin sharing inspiration, brats, homemade cookies and folk music. Formally known as the

The Diocese of Madison’s response to Thursday’s press conference is a textbook example of victim-blaming. To suggest that Ms. Moriarty and her father are responsible for the church’s failure to act because they did not feel comfortable with diocesan reporting procedures is deeply offensive. Survivors and their families should never be expected

Trappers Creek, A Tributary To The Black River, Impacted MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recently reported manure spill in Taylor County. The spill impacted Trappers Creek, a tributary to the Black River, with dead fish observed in the creek. The spill happened

Madison, Wis. – Yesterday, Legislative Democrats introduced four bills in a Labor package entitled “Build a Stronger Wisconsin.” Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “Union protections and the Labor Movement have always been the backbone of Wisconsin’s economy and workforce. Ever since Walker stripped Wisconsin Unions of their

MADISON- The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) released a press release criticizing the Tariff Tax Transparency Act that was circulated last week for co-sponsorship. According to the WGA, the act, which requires large retailers to disclose federal tariffs assessed on any products, was not workable and would raise costs for Wisconsin