MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will be conducting a full drawdown on two flowages at Navarino Wildlife Area: Hanson Flowage and 80 Acre Flowage. The drawdowns will begin this spring, and water levels
Milwaukee – On May 1, WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR will release its first digital first product, a weekly podcast called “Swing State of the Union” (SSOTU). The podcast will be hosted by WUWM’s “Lake Effect” producer Joy Powers and production
MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is launching the latest round of the Fresh Food Access Fund this week with new grants available to support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee. The Fresh Food Access Fund will provide a total of
WAUKESHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Theodore I. and Margaret Morey House in the National Register of Historic Places on April 3, 2024. The farm is located in a small neighborhood east of the
MARION, Wisc., April 24, 2024 – Today, in honor of Earth Day 2024, Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 19 clean energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and create
Milwaukee, Wis. – A beautiful lawn can be both appealing and environmentally friendly, but it can take a lot of work and be a tricky project, and the best of circumstances can still be challenging; extended periods of extreme weather, dull lawnmower
April 23, 2024 – Bristol, WI – Attorney Xavier Solis (R-Bristol) announced his candidacy for the office of Kenosha County District Attorney today. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago Law School, Xavier has been dismayed at the poor record
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to send the National Security Supplemental bill to the President’s desk: “This bipartisan package delivers the resources we need to keep our families safe from threats
[Milwaukee, WI] – Students for a Democratic Society at the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee will be holding a PICKET on campus on Wednesday, April 24, 2:30 pm at Mellencamp Hall, 2442 E Kenwood blvd to demand the release of Déjah
Ultra-Rich Should Pay to Save Social Security, Swing-State Voter Poll Shows The poll shows: Trump leads Biden 49% to 43% across the seven swing states being polled by Bloomberg News and Morning Consult. A majority of swing-state voters see worsening
1:56 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Can we hear it for Charlotte? (Applause.) Hi, everyone. Hi. Please have a seat. I just want to say about Charlotte — she and I got a chance to visit just for a little
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Green Bay, WI –Sexual violence victims face many obstacles when seeking justice. Last year, UW-Green Bay Police worked with Project Beloved to create a soft interview room on campus. This soft interview room is located in the Police Department on the Green
MADISON – Governor Tony Evers and Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson honored nine individuals today at the inaugural 2024 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the State Capitol as
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today regarding the University of Wisconsin-Madison announcing it will extend its Wisconsin Teacher Pledge program through the 2028-29 academic year because of a $4 million contribution. The program covers the cost of in-state
MADISON, Wis. – Spring is baby animal season in Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to leave fawns alone while they’re out exploring the state during the warm weather months. If you encounter a fawn while
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced that the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) today approved awarding up to $15.5 million in performance-based tax credits to assist Kikkoman Foods Inc. in expanding its operations in Wisconsin.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after H.R. 3269, the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act, passed out of the House Judiciary Committee. This bipartisan legislation would be the first ever legislation to change the definition of what qualifies
KENOSHA, Wis. – Carthage College hosted a special program on Thursday, April 18, that provided timely insights into higher education’s role in building the Wisconsin workforce of tomorrow. The conversation featured two transformative leaders in higher education: Carthage president John
(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On the 28th of April, workers, mourners, and their advocates from across the globe come together to partake in various events, demonstrations, vigils, and an array of other activities, all aimed at honoring this significant day.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will be conducting a full drawdown on two flowages at Navarino Wildlife Area: Hanson Flowage and 80 Acre Flowage. The drawdowns will begin this spring, and water levels will be lowered slowly until full drawdown is achieved in
Milwaukee – On May 1, WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR will release its first digital first product, a weekly podcast called “Swing State of the Union” (SSOTU). The podcast will be hosted by WUWM’s “Lake Effect” producer Joy Powers and production assistant Sam Woods. SSOTU is a 10-episode series that explores
MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is launching the latest round of the Fresh Food Access Fund this week with new grants available to support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee. The Fresh Food Access Fund will provide a total of $100,000 to support for-profit and not-for-profit efforts that increase the
WAUKESHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Theodore I. and Margaret Morey House in the National Register of Historic Places on April 3, 2024. The farm is located in a small neighborhood east of the University of Wisconsin – Waukesha. Theodore “Ted” Morey was raised
MARION, Wisc., April 24, 2024 – Today, in honor of Earth Day 2024, Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 19 clean energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and create jobs and new market opportunities for Wisconsin farmers, small business
Milwaukee, Wis. – A beautiful lawn can be both appealing and environmentally friendly, but it can take a lot of work and be a tricky project, and the best of circumstances can still be challenging; extended periods of extreme weather, dull lawnmower blades, bugs, pests, and heavy foot traffic can all lead
April 23, 2024 – Bristol, WI – Attorney Xavier Solis (R-Bristol) announced his candidacy for the office of Kenosha County District Attorney today. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago Law School, Xavier has been dismayed at the poor record and thoughtless handling of crime in Kenosha County. His opponent,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to send the National Security Supplemental bill to the President’s desk: “This bipartisan package delivers the resources we need to keep our families safe from threats at home and abroad. After months of delays, Democrats and
[Milwaukee, WI] – Students for a Democratic Society at the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee will be holding a PICKET on campus on Wednesday, April 24, 2:30 pm at Mellencamp Hall, 2442 E Kenwood blvd to demand the release of Déjah Welsh’s transcripts. We demand justice for Déjah Welsh, a UW-Milwaukee
Ultra-Rich Should Pay to Save Social Security, Swing-State Voter Poll Shows The poll shows: Trump leads Biden 49% to 43% across the seven swing states being polled by Bloomberg News and Morning Consult. A majority of swing-state voters see worsening economic conditions in the coming months. An overwhelming 77% of
1:56 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Can we hear it for Charlotte? (Applause.) Hi, everyone. Hi. Please have a seat. I just want to say about Charlotte — she and I got a chance to visit just for a little bit. And, you know, when we look at leaders like
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Green Bay, WI –Sexual violence victims face many obstacles when seeking justice. Last year, UW-Green Bay Police worked with Project Beloved to create a soft interview room on campus. This soft interview room is located in the Police Department on the Green Bay campus. It’s purpose is to help alleviate the pain
MADISON – Governor Tony Evers and Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson honored nine individuals today at the inaugural 2024 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the State Capitol as part of Wisconsin’s proclaimed month-long recognition of Family Strengthening Month.
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today regarding the University of Wisconsin-Madison announcing it will extend its Wisconsin Teacher Pledge program through the 2028-29 academic year because of a $4 million contribution. The program covers the cost of in-state tuition and fees, testing, and licensing costs for students in
MADISON, Wis. – Spring is baby animal season in Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to leave fawns alone while they’re out exploring the state during the warm weather months. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, the DNR urges you not to touch it or
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced that the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) today approved awarding up to $15.5 million in performance-based tax credits to assist Kikkoman Foods Inc. in expanding its operations in Wisconsin. The company plans to invest at least $800 million in
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after H.R. 3269, the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act, passed out of the House Judiciary Committee. This bipartisan legislation would be the first ever legislation to change the definition of what qualifies as a firearm. Specifically the bill revises the definition of
KENOSHA, Wis. – Carthage College hosted a special program on Thursday, April 18, that provided timely insights into higher education’s role in building the Wisconsin workforce of tomorrow. The conversation featured two transformative leaders in higher education: Carthage president John Swallow and Universities of Wisconsin president Jay Rothman. Audience members
(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On the 28th of April, workers, mourners, and their advocates from across the globe come together to partake in various events, demonstrations, vigils, and an array of other activities, all aimed at honoring this significant day. Here in the Coulee Region local workers, mourners, and community