Wisconsinites planning to travel this Memorial Day Weekend are being squeezed from every direction, as the cost of gas, airfare, groceries, and utility bills continues to climb. Yet Donald Trump isn’t even trying to hide the fact that he could not care less about American families. When asked whether Americans’

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 9. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Paul R. Van Grunsven’s retirement, effective Sept. 4, 2026. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31,

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to the House passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. “Solving America’s housing shortage starts with increasing supply and cutting the red tape that makes it harder to build,” said Congressman Fitzgerald. “This legislation takes important steps to

Madison, Wisconsin (May 20, 2026) – The Wisconsin court system today released a new judicial workload study designed to help court leaders, county officials, legislators, and justice system partners evaluate judicial resource needs across Wisconsin’s circuit courts. The study, conducted in conjunction with the National Center for State Courts, uses a

Madison, Wis. – More than 600 Wisconsin voters, community leaders, and media from across the state joined for two statewide virtual forums yesterday and last week to hear eight major-party gubernatorial candidates share their policy approaches to clean energy, fossil fuels, data center development, utility accountability, transportation and community resilience.  Former

Gov. Tony Evers proclaims May 22 as Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day for the third consecutive year MADISON, Wis. — Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District will recognize its nearly 140 employees on Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day this Friday, joining wastewater utilities across Wisconsin in marking the day. For the third consecutive year, Gov. Tony

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Washburn County Sheriff. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Sheriff Dennis Stuart’s resignation, effective June 12, 2026. The new sheriff will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027. The

MILWAUKEE – The public is invited to a Memorial Day ceremony Monday, May 25, 2026, at Wood National Cemetery on the Milwaukee VA campus, 5000 W. National Ave. WHAT: The annual Memorial Day ceremony and observance on the Milwaukee VA grounds is outdoors and will honor fallen Veterans, their families, and those prisoners

Madison, WI, May 20, 2026 — The Wisconsin Office of Rural Health (WORH) is introducing EMS F.O.R.W.A.R.D., a detailed plan to address the issues highlighted in the nationally-recognized EMS Week, running May 17–23, 2026. Developed by WORH’s Rural EMS Outreach Program Manager, James Small, the initiative draws on decades of field experience and technical support

Brown County Celebrates America 250 with History Telling Plaque (Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, along with Parks Director Matt Kriese and the Wisconsin Society Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), held a dedication ceremony as part of its celebration of America 250 for a new Liberty

MILWAUKEE — Today, former Governor Jim Doyle endorsed Judge Pedro Colón for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. “I have known Pedro Colón for many years. I’m proud to endorse him for the Wisconsin Supreme Court”, said Governor Doyle. With over 15 years of experience on the court and 10 years in

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced he’ll be introducing the Tax the Grift Act, a bill to tax all payouts from President Trump’s $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” at 100 percent so that all taxpayer funding goes back to the Treasury rather than into the hands of Trump allies.   “Donald Trump just

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Dep​artment of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified three nominees eligible to be elected to the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Candidates were nominated during the period that ended March 27, 2026. Potato growers have until June 15, 2026, to vote on the following

[Superior, WI…]  Members of the Douglas County Board of Supervisors came out strongly today for former 73rd State Representative Angie Sapik in her bid for the 25th State Senate seat. Board members included leaders who are supporting the former state assembly member from Douglas County.  Sapik was elected to the

Wisconsin Democrats including Emily Berge, Rebecca Cooke’s primary opponent in the 3rd congressional district, signed onto a letter emphasizing their support of sex-change surgeries for minors.  Local elected officials that have endorsed Rebecca Cooke also signed onto the letter. The letter ends, in part, with, “we also call on healthcare providers,

MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley has proclaimed May as Older Americans Month in celebration of the older adults who have helped shape Milwaukee County through their leadership, service, and dedication to our community. This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” is a reminder of the importance for seniors to proactively manage

UW-Stout construction management students competed against the nation’s top students during Associated Builders and Contractors’ hallmark annual event, the Construction Management Competition, held this spring in Salt Lake City, Utah. The ABC competition gives students a glimpse into the real world of construction, testing their project management, estimating, safety, quality control and presentation skills. This

MADISON, Wis. — As a member of Congress, MAGA gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany voted to overturn the 2020 election results and still refuses to acknowledge the verified results of the 2020 election to this day. Now, Tom Tiffany is standing silent as Donald Trump takes nearly $2 billion in public tax dollars for a

Ahead of Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers to plan ahead and be patient on Wisconsin roads and in work zones across the state. According to AAA, more than 744,000 people will travel on Wisconsin roads this holiday weekend. Peak