Today, President Biden traveled to Wisconsin to deliver remarks alongside Microsoft’s announcement of a $3.3 billion investment to build a new AI center that is expected to create thousands of jobs in Racine, WI. Flashback to 2017 when, with a golden shovel in hand, Trump promised the “eighth wonder of the world”

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Racine is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes improving water treatment filtration and replacement of lead service lines in the city

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released the 2023 fish stocking numbers for inland waterbodies and the Great Lakes. The DNR raises millions of yearling and fingerling fish to stock into Wisconsin waters every year. Over 6 million fish were stocked in 2023, which helped fulfill

As summer approaches, we can expect more people to be out on their bicycles. In Wisconsin, bicycles are considered vehicles on the road, so they have the same rights and obey the same laws as motorists. The Wisconsin State Patrol reminds drivers and bicyclists to be aware of their surroundings

De Pere, WI – Tony Wied today announced Rep. Kevin Hern (OK-01), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee, is endorsing his campaign for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District. “As someone who came from a similar business background before entering the political arena, I know Tony Wied’s experience in the real world

Green Bay, WI – A prominent figure from the law enforcement community, Sheriff Dave Mahoney, today endorsed Dr. Kristin Lyerly for Congress in Wisconsin’s 8th district congressional race to replace former Rep. Mike Gallagher.  Sheriff Mahoney, the former President of the National Sheriff’s Association, weighed in with his endorsement in

Milwaukee, Wis. – The BBB Serving Wisconsin is marking the very first “National Scam Survivor Day” by launching a new online resource aimed at helping people who have been impacted by scams. On May 9th BBB will recognize the brave men and women who are coming forward to report scams, tell their stories, and

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Crawford County Circuit Court. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Lynn M. Rider’s retirement, effective July 31, 2024. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. To apply, please

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Jefferson County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge William F. Hue’s resignation, effective Aug. 10, 2024. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. To apply,

Today, President Biden visited Racine County, Wisconsin, to announce a new $3.3 billion investment by Microsoft to build a new artificial intelligence data center, an investment projected to lead to 2,300 union construction jobs and 2,000 permanent jobs.  Wisconsinites may remember that Trump visited this same location when he was president as

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency (CARE) Act, comprehensive legislation to confront the fentanyl and substance use epidemic. The CARE Act would provide state, local, and tribal governments with $125 billion in federal funding over ten years to tackle the fentanyl, opioid, and substance use

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 morning of Sunday, April 28, 2024. At approximately 9:46 a.m., officers with the Beloit Police Department responded to a 911

WASHINGTON (May 8, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released the following statement on President Biden’s visit to Racine.   “Microsoft’s investment in our community and the jobs that will come with it is welcomed, especially during this time of high inflation and increasing cost of living for so many

GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, the Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, received the endorsement of Texas Senator Ted Cruz today. “André Jacque is a true American Patriot who is fighting for our values in Wisconsin, from protecting life to supporting our veterans and law enforcement,” said Cruz.

RACINE, Wis. – Today, President Joe Biden visited Racine County to celebrate Microsoft’s $3.3 billion dollar investment in Mount Pleasant. The project is expected to bring 2,000 union construction jobs to the area by the end of this year, as well as provide long-term employment opportunities over the next several

Madison…“Today’s exciting announcement of Microsoft’s plan to create thousands more jobs in Racine County has very little to do with President Biden and everything to do with the efforts of local elected officials, local economic development leaders and Microsoft, itself. “Today should have been an acknowledgement of the hard work

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Alicia M. Allen, 38, Windsor, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 4 years in federal prison for possessing more than 40 grams of fentanyl intended for distribution, and money laundering. The prison sentence will

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the May board meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and land donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, originating from public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF2), 101 S. Webster

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PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As Joe Biden returns to Wisconsin to tout private industries’ accomplishments as his own, Congressman Van Orden released the following statement highlighting the ongoing struggles Badger State families continue to face at the hands of Biden’s failed economic agenda. “Three years ago, Americans swapped the economic