MADISON, Wis. – The Republican Party of Wisconsin is pleased to announce that Anika Rickard is transitioning to the role of Communications Director, effective immediately. Rickard will be the primary media contact and spokesperson for the 2026 cycle. “Rickard has been a great addition to the Republican Party of Wisconsin,” said WisGOP

Eight alumni and friends of the university will be honored with awards from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Alumni Association on Friday, May 16. Honorary Alumnus Award The Honorary Alumnus Award is presented to non-alumni or non-degreed alumni who have demonstrated great love of and service to UW-Eau Claire or

EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (April 28, 2025) — Ren Scott has been promoted by the Experimental Aircraft Association to Vice President – Business Development, Sales, and Events. In his new role, Scott will also be joining EAA’s senior leadership team. A graduate of Averett University in Virginia with

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Stephanie Hilton to the Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 8. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Frank D. Remington’s retirement. Hilton will complete a term ending July 31, 2026. “Stephanie Hilton is a highly regarded attorney known for

Madison, Wis. – Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Birchwood) and Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) reacted to the announcement made by Sawyer County Circuit Court Judge Monica Isham, in which she said she may refuse to hold court, following the actions of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan. Senator Quinn and Representative

MADISON, Wis. — In response to Donald Trump endorsing Wisconsin’s most disappointing congressman for reelection, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Sarah Abel released the following statement: “Donald Trump’s early endorsement of Derrick Van Orden should be a red warning sign for the House GOP that their razor thin majority is in serious jeopardy. Even before

(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today released the district’s Lead Action Plan that will guide the strategy to remove lead hazards from MPS school buildings where elementary students are in attendance. As part of the plan that will drive the work in each school, the district announced that two school

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will accept applications for the next class of conservation wardens through May 6. The DNR expects to hire about 10 full-time wardens for the upcoming 2026 class. Successful applicants will begin their law enforcement officer training in January 2026 or April

MADISON – Senator Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) recently joined Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D-Appleton) in introducing LRB-2478/1, which would ensure that lifesaving medication and medical supplies used to treat asthma are affordable and accessible for patients in need. This bill would require health insurance policies and plans that cover prescription drugs to

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today appointed Pamela Feustel to serve as the next Ashland County Coroner. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Barbara Beeksma, effective May 3, 2025. Feustel will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends on Jan. 5, 2027. “With

(April 28, 2025 Milwaukee, WI) – Today on Workers Memorial Day, the Wisconsin AFL-CIO is highlighting the 34th annual AFL-CIO Death on the Job report, a comprehensive analysis of safety and health protections for America’s workers. This report features national and state information on workplace fatalities, injuries and illnesses, as well as

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today called on the U.S. Department of Education to reinstate vital funding that supports Wisconsin students experiencing homelessness. Her message follows a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report showing student homelessness has reached an all-time high – with 20,195 students identified as homeless during the 2023-24

With the U.S. House of Representatives proposing $880 billion in cuts to the federal budget, substantial impacts to Medicaid and other health programs are unavoidable. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has started to analyze how these cuts might impact Medicaid members and providers in our state, including shifting costs to

(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement in response to the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan on April 25th by the Trump administration: I was absolutely shocked to hear about the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, a well-respected member of our community who has spent her legal career looking

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced Wisconsin has joined a new lawsuit to prevent the Trump Administration from cutting federal funding for Wisconsin public schools. The lawsuit aims to protect the more than half a billion dollars Wisconsin receives each year from the U.S. Department of Education after the

“Whatever her motivations, the ends cannot justify the means. No matter what you think of deporting illegal alien criminals, the allegations against Judge Dugan are very serious. If the facts as outlined are true, they show an intentional, almost irrational, disregard for the law, her duties, and her responsibilities as

MADISON ­– Representative Joan Fitzgerald (D-Fort Atkinson) will hold two in-district office hours sessions this May in Marshall and Deerfield. The details for the sessions are as follows: Monday, May 12 1:00pm to 2:00pm Deerfield Public Library 12 W Nelson St, Deerfield, WI 53531 Friday, May 30 12:00pm to 1:00pm

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Together, Lakeshore College and the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay announced a new program today that will allow students wishing to pursue a teaching or nursing degree to seamlessly study at both institutions. The FORWARD program supports students in the Sheboygan area, saving both time and money for each

WISCONSIN – The Democracy Defense Project released a new poll following the April Spring Election to identify where reputational concerns remain regarding Wisconsin’s electoral process and where voter faith is increasing. See the following statement from members of the Democracy Defense Project Wisconsin board, including former Attorney General JB Van Hollen,

MILWAUKEE  — To mark Oral Cancer Awareness Month, free oral cancer screenings will be available for all Veterans during an April 30 event at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.  No appointments are needed for the screenings, which will take place 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Matousek Auditorium of the