CHIPPEWA FALLS – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) President Darin Von Ruden issued the following statement in support of Governor Evers’ proposal to establish a pathway for binding referenda and constitutional amendments in Wisconsin, which will be included in his 2025-27 biennial budget: “Wisconsin Farmers Union strongly supports Governor Evers’ proposal to create a pathway

The School Nutrition Association of Wisconsin (SNA-WI) applauds state Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison) and state Senator Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee) for unveiling legislation today that would ultimately provide free school breakfast and lunches to all Wisconsin students in primary or secondary schools, regardless of family income.  This proposal would ensure that

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS) plays an integral part in supporting Wisconsin schools during all phases of crisis response and recovery. When schools are impacted by traumatic events, such as the sudden death of a student, a bomb threat, a school shooting,

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Susan Crawford’s finance report was released, and confirms that her campaign is bought and paid for by out-of-state liberal elites. Nearly 40% of Crawford’s donors live outside Wisconsin. Her agenda is theirs – not ours.  Fueled by out-of-state billionaires, Susan Crawford’s campaign is bought and paid for

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Legislative Democrats introduced the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package to support working families across the state. This package includes three bills: one that would lower the tax burden for low-income renters and homeowner b expanding the Homestead Tax Credit, another that would reduce grocery costs for families by

MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court held oral arguments on Tony Evers v. Howard Marklein. While the case argues broader separation of powers issues relating to the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules, one specific rule Gov. Evers and his liberal colleagues are trying to force through without legislative oversight concerns

(Oconomowoc, Wis.) MyPath, a provider of specialized education, therapeutic and community support services for high need individuals, announced today that Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson has been appointed President of the organization. As part of MyPath’s succession plan, Buckhanan Wilson will serve as President over the next year, working side-by-side with CEO Terry

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding the passing of Bob Uecker: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of one of Wisconsin’s own, Mr. Baseball himself, the great Bob Uecker. For more than 50 years, Bob brought the magic of the ballpark to life for so many,

MADISON, Wis- Today, Legislative Democrats introduced the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package to support working families across Wisconsin. This three-bill package expands the Homestead Tax Credit to ease tax burdens on low-income homeowners and renters, reduces grocery costs for families with Healthy School Meals for All, and tackles high prescription drug prices through

MADISON, Wis. – Emergencies can strike at any moment, often without warning. While adults are typically the ones expected to manage these situations, it is just as crucial for children and teens to be prepared. That is where the Student Tools for Emergency Planning (STEP) program comes in. Designed for

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric influenza-associated death in our state for the 2024-2025 season. Nationwide, 16 pediatric influenza-associated deaths have been reported. “We are saddened to announce the season’s first death of a child from flu in Wisconsin, and our deepest sympathy goes out

MADISON, Wis. – Judge Susan Crawford has secured an additional endorsement in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, with the support of the IBEW Wisconsin State Conference. The Conference represents 18 IBEW Local Unions and over 15,000 members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers across Wisconsin.  Since announcing her candidacy, Judge

Washington, DC — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement on the passage of the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act. “I am proud to have been a co-sponsor of the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, and I applaud Congresswoman Mace for spearheading this effort. We

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Wisconsin and 47 other state financial regulatory agencies have taken coordinated action against Block, Inc., for violations of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws that safeguard the financial system from illicit use.  More than 50 million consumers in the

MADISON, Wis – Today, Legislative Democrats introduced the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package to help working families across our state. The three-bill package would reduce the tax burden for low-income renters and homeowners by expanding the Homestead Tax Credit, cut the costs of grocery bills for families with Healthy School Meals for

EXCLUSIVE — The Republican State Leadership Committee plans to invest millions into Wisconsin’s and Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court races as part of its efforts to secure conservative control in 2025. In a memo to investors being sent out on Thursday and reviewed by the Washington Examiner, incoming RSLC President Edith Jorge-Tuñón

MADISON, Wis – Today, Legislative Democrats introduced the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives legislative package. The proposal works to help Wisconsinites with rising costs by reducing the tax burden for fixed and low-income renters and homeowners, cutting the costs of grocery bills for families, and decreasing prescription drug prices. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander issued the following statement, responding to concerns regarding the potential placement of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facility within County District 18, citing conflicting information about the facility and creating sensible processes that benefit all:  “As a Supervisor and veteran with

MADISON – Today, Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) and Legislative Democrats introduced the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package to help seniors and working families across our state, including as the lead author of legislation to expand Wisconsin’s Homestead Tax Credit. The three-bill package would reduce the tax burden for renters and homeowners by expanding the

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Rep. Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay) joined fellow Legislative Democrats to introduce the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package. This legislation includes the first of many proposals Rep. Andraca and her colleagues will put forward this session to help Wisconsinites struggling with rising costs.  Rep. Andraca released the following statement