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STURGEON BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Dr. Joseph and Olivia Soper House in the National Register of Historic Places on May 1, 2024. Constructed in 1881, the single-family residence is located in Sturgeon
Keep Our Republic (KOR) is calling for enhanced cooperation and clarity among the Wisconsin Legislature, the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) following yesterday’s informational hearing from Joint Assembly and Senate Committees on Campaigns, Elections,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 12th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 1-2, 2024. State Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin plans to highlight Eric Hovde’s long list of disparaging comments about Wisconsinites. EricHovdeDoesntLikeYou.com lays out in Eric Hovde’s own words exactly how
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the town of Grand Chute’s Sanitary District #1 is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project
MADISON – This week, the Winnebago County Circuit Court struck down five provisions in the City of Neenah’s sign code. The WMC Litigation Center – an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’
Waukesha, WI– Scott Wagner, a respected attorney with over 35 years of extensive legal experience in Southeastern Wisconsin, officially announces his candidacy for Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 01. Wagner, a cum laude graduate of Marquette University Law School
BELOIT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death in the City of Beloit, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, May 16, 2024. At approximately 3:26 p.m.,
“Today’s pivotal action to move to reschedule cannabis to a schedule III drug marks a monumental stride toward fostering a more just and equitable country. Young people, and especially young people of color, are hit hardest by the impacts of
A mobile billboard will drive around the convention in Appleton directing attendees to the website MADISON, Wis. –– Ahead of the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin plans to highlight Eric Hovde’s
WASHINGTON, DC – The Office of Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) will be hosting a Mobile Office Hour on Monday, May 20th. Congressman Fitzgerald and his staff members will be available to meet with constituents who may be experiencing problems with a
WISCONSIN — Today, Protect Our Care is releasing new state-by-state fact sheets, including Wisconsin, outlining how the Inflation Reduction Act reduces health care costs for women across the nation – with even more savings on the way as Medicare negotiates lower
Governor Tony Evers congratulated the honorees at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards, stating that “So much of our local impact rests on the shoulders of dedicated volunteers and organizations such as yourselves, and we could not have the reach or
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to renewed calls to form a Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force: “As with the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women task
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy of the governor’s proclamation is
Hi, this is Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems for everyday Wisconsinites. Most of these bills were signed into law, but many of them were vetoed by a Governor who is
Town of Erin – Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson has endorsed Jim Piwowarczyk for state Assembly, saying that he believes Piwowarczyk will serve the district with “great effectiveness.” “I’m enthusiastic about Jim’s candidacy. He will be a strong, smart voice
Lake Nebagamon, WI – In light of recent negative commentary by Senator Chris Larson, it’s crucial, particularly during National Police Appreciation Week, to express unwavering support for the men and women in blue who selflessly protect our communities. While not without
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As Americans honor law enforcement officials around the country during National Police Week, the Milwaukee Police Association, and the International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO have endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden for a second term in
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 43 of his Senate GOP colleagues in introducing a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act to strike down the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) rule on the
STURGEON BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Dr. Joseph and Olivia Soper House in the National Register of Historic Places on May 1, 2024. Constructed in 1881, the single-family residence is located in Sturgeon Bay, Door County. The Dr. Joseph and Olivia Soper House
Keep Our Republic (KOR) is calling for enhanced cooperation and clarity among the Wisconsin Legislature, the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) following yesterday’s informational hearing from Joint Assembly and Senate Committees on Campaigns, Elections, Shared Revenue, and Consumer Protection. As an organization dedicated to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 12th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 1-2, 2024. State Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors. With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails,
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin plans to highlight Eric Hovde’s long list of disparaging comments about Wisconsinites. EricHovdeDoesntLikeYou.com lays out in Eric Hovde’s own words exactly how much the megamillionaire California bank owner looks down on hard-working
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the town of Grand Chute’s Sanitary District #1 is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing water mains on College Service Road, Spencer Street
MADISON – This week, the Winnebago County Circuit Court struck down five provisions in the City of Neenah’s sign code. The WMC Litigation Center – an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – filed a lawsuit on behalf of four taxpayers
Waukesha, WI– Scott Wagner, a respected attorney with over 35 years of extensive legal experience in Southeastern Wisconsin, officially announces his candidacy for Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 01. Wagner, a cum laude graduate of Marquette University Law School and a stalwart of the Wisconsin legal community, is committed
BELOIT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death in the City of Beloit, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, May 16, 2024. At approximately 3:26 p.m., officers with the Beloit Police Department responded to a 911
“Today’s pivotal action to move to reschedule cannabis to a schedule III drug marks a monumental stride toward fostering a more just and equitable country. Young people, and especially young people of color, are hit hardest by the impacts of the criminalization of cannabis, and we take pride in contributing
A mobile billboard will drive around the convention in Appleton directing attendees to the website MADISON, Wis. –– Ahead of the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin plans to highlight Eric Hovde’s long list of disparaging comments about Wisconsinites. EricHovdeDoesntLikeYou.com lays out
WASHINGTON, DC – The Office of Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) will be hosting a Mobile Office Hour on Monday, May 20th. Congressman Fitzgerald and his staff members will be available to meet with constituents who may be experiencing problems with a federal agency. Constituents are asked to bring copies of documentation
WISCONSIN — Today, Protect Our Care is releasing new state-by-state fact sheets, including Wisconsin, outlining how the Inflation Reduction Act reduces health care costs for women across the nation – with even more savings on the way as Medicare negotiates lower prescription drug costs. The new reports come as we recognize
Governor Tony Evers congratulated the honorees at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards, stating that “So much of our local impact rests on the shoulders of dedicated volunteers and organizations such as yourselves, and we could not have the reach or influence that we do in this state without partners like
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to renewed calls to form a Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force: “As with the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women task force that was introduced as a bill and did not
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy of the governor’s proclamation is available here. Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. May is
Hi, this is Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems for everyday Wisconsinites. Most of these bills were signed into law, but many of them were vetoed by a Governor who is more focused on politics than good policy. Here are two
Town of Erin – Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson has endorsed Jim Piwowarczyk for state Assembly, saying that he believes Piwowarczyk will serve the district with “great effectiveness.” “I’m enthusiastic about Jim’s candidacy. He will be a strong, smart voice for public safety and has the analytical skills to serve
Lake Nebagamon, WI – In light of recent negative commentary by Senator Chris Larson, it’s crucial, particularly during National Police Appreciation Week, to express unwavering support for the men and women in blue who selflessly protect our communities. While not without fault, our police force puts their lives on the line
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As Americans honor law enforcement officials around the country during National Police Week, the Milwaukee Police Association, and the International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO have endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden for a second term in office. In their endorsement, Sam Cabral, the International Union of
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 43 of his Senate GOP colleagues in introducing a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act to strike down the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) rule on the definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in