Public Health Madison & Dane County is alerting the community about an outbreak of pertussis, also known as whooping cough. In the last 8 weeks there have been 43 cases in Dane County, primarily affecting teenagers. “Vaccines have made cases of pertussis rare, in fact we go many months out of

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN — On Tuesday, Congressman Derrick Van Orden released the following statement predicting that the Democrats’ woes in Wisconsin won’t end just because Kamala Harris is predicted to be the party’s nominee – in fact, it will be worse. “The only candidate worse than Joe Biden for Wisconsin Democrats

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement welcoming Vice President Kamala Harris to Milwaukee on July 23, 2024: “Following a unanimous AFL-CIO endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for president, Wisconsin union members proudly welcome Vice President Kamala Harris back to Wisconsin. Vice President Harris has been a

MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ first campaign rally in Wisconsin since the launch of her presidential campaign, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Wisconsin Democrats are thrilled to welcome Vice President Kamala Harris to Milwaukee for the first stop of her campaign, kicking off our

Oshkosh, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for Upriver Lakes spearing tags is Aug. 1, 2024. Due to a higher success rate on the Upriver Lakes, only 500 license holders will be selected to spear a sturgeon from lakes Poygan,

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke for Congress released “Megan,” the campaign’s second advertisement in Wisconsin’s Third District. The 60-second spot features Megan Kling, a Jackson County mom who had to travel out of state to access abortion care when she learned her baby would not survive due to birth defects.   

MILWAUKEE, WI – July 23, 2024 – A recent survey conducted by City Forward Collective & CFC Action Fund among registered voters in Milwaukee has revealed key insights into public opinion on Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) governance and financial management. The topline findings are based on a survey conducted from July

STEVENS POINT, WI – Today, State Rep. Katrina Shankland released her next three ad spots across TV and multiple mediums in advance of the August 13 Democracy primary election for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District.  The ads highlight key themes of Shankland’s campaign—reproductive freedom, public education, and her track record co-authoring and

De Pere, WI – Trump-endorsed Conservative Tony Wied today released his second TV ad focused on securing the southern border. The new ad, which can be viewed HERE, will air on broadcast TV and streaming services. Wied released the following statement on the ad’s launch: “As the only candidate in this race endorsed

Last spring, voters in swing states across the country made clear they would not support a president who abandons the values of our democracy by supporting genocide in Gaza. The uninstructed votes were a powerful show of these voters to make President Biden a one term president. The cry “Abandon

“I personally had the opportunity to meet Erik back in 2021. As I got to know Erik more on the campaign trail it did not take long to develop a friendship with Erik. He shares true conservative values and has the knowledge to represent Wisconsin in the United States congress. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted to pass the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 out of the House. Included in the bill were four major wins for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District: (1) a new study authorization for levee accreditation in the City of La Crosse, (2) a

(Milwaukee, July 22, 2024)- Yesterday, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s new nominee after ongoing and escalating pressure within the Democratic Party. The following statement can be attributed to Christine Neumann-Ortiz, Executive Director of Voces de la Frontera Action:“Voces

Former Illinois Governor and U.S. diplomat Adlai Stevenson II once said patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime. By this standard, Joe Biden is a true patriot. Yesterday, he cemented that lofty legacy by ending his campaign for a second

WEDC assistance to generate more than $2.4 billion worth of investments across the state MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, announced Wisconsin saw record planned capital investments last year as businesses located and expanded throughout the state. Businesses

Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen issued the following statement today regarding the suspension of three Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) emergency rules: “Yesterday, the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules voted to suspend three of WEC’s emergency rules (EmR 2407, 2408, and 2409). While I appreciate the committee’s decision,

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke for Congress released “Megan,” the campaign’s second advertisement in Wisconsin’s Third District. The 60-second spot features Megan Kling, a Jackson County mom who had to travel out of state to access abortion care when she learned her baby would not survive due to

Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides. She understands that Wisconsin’s middle-class families all want good paying jobs, affordable health care, and the

The Muskego Task Force on Public Safety Education along with the Muskego Police Department, Tess Corners Fire Department, and their corporate sponsors and supporters are excited to announce Muskego’s  16th  annual  observance  of  National  Night  Out!  This  year’s  event  will  be  held  on Wednesday, August 14th, from 5:00 p.m. to

Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore visited Wisconsin on July 22 to experience water conservation efforts. Wisconsin Farm Bureau hosted the group in Western Wisconsin, visiting several Farm Bureau members’ farms. The day concluded with a roundtable discussion. “Water has infiltrated everything the EPA does and cares about.