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Dept. of Natural Resources: Spring waterfowl survey shows positive results

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data is now available from the annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl. The survey indicated stable population numbers and habitat conditions for migratory birds. The data from this

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Pocan, Scott, Hirono, Murray, Reed, Whitehouse introduce bill to make college more affordable, double Pell Grant

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (D-WI) and Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) and U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), Patty Murray (D-WA), Jack Reed (D-RI), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced bicameral legislation to make higher education more affordable

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: In lead up to anniversary of Roe being overturned, Baldwin leads bills to expand access to abortion care

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of the four-year anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision overturning Roe v. Wade, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Patty Murray (D-WA) today introduced two bills to help Americans access abortion as Republicans continue to chip

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Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR seeking public comment on State Park System Strategic Plan update

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

DNR Seeking Public Comment On StatePark System Strategic Plan Update MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on an update to the Wisconsin State Park System’s Strategic Plan. The Wisconsin State Park System contains 126 unique

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Watch: Baldwin questions Trump’s alleged deal with Iran, urges colleagues to vote to end War

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) spoke on the Senate floor, slamming Trump’s alleged deal with Iran and calling on her colleagues to end Trump’s war of choice. Baldwin’s floor speech comes ahead of the Senate vote on

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WisDems: Nearly four years after the Dobbs decision, elected Wisconsin Republicans are still trying to take away abortion access

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MADISON, Wis. — It’s been nearly four years to the day since Trump’s Supreme Court issued their Dobbs decision, and since then elected Wisconsin Republicans have taken every chance they can to institute dangerous and archaic anti-abortion laws. But since 2022, Wisconsinites have

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Wisconsin DSPS announces customer service upgrades

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

Madison – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has upgraded its phone system to better serve customers and other callers.  The move to a modern phone system is just the latest way DSPS is providing better and more efficient service to Wisconsin. 

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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Video: Wisconsin’s Healthcare Cost Crisis | Ep. 2 Wisconsin Competitiveness Report

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MADISON — Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce released the second episode of its limited video series based on WMC Foundation’s Wisconsin Competitiveness Report — highlighting the challenges facing Wisconsin’s economy and what it will take to move forward. In the episode, WMC’s President/CEO Kurt R. Bauer

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Bukiewicz campaign: State Senator Dora Drake endorses Dan Bukiewicz for Assembly

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – State Senator Dora Drake (SD-04) today announced her endorsement of Dan Bukiewicz for the Wisconsin 21st Assembly District, calling him the right leader to make sure Milwaukee gets its fair share of resources in Madison. “I am

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Tommy Thompson Center: Announces ‘Bridging the Divide’ Student Leaders

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MADISON— The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership is pleased to announce that it has selected their ‘Bridging the Divide’ campus leaders for the 2026 fall semester. ‘Bridging the Divide’ is a program that brings students of different ideological

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Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR seeking public comment on Wolf River State Trail (Langlade County) master plan

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the future management of the Langlade County segment of the Wolf River State Trail. A master plan, guided by Chapter NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code,

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Northwestern Mutual: Invests $5.5M toward expanding access to high-quality education and improving student outcomes in Milwaukee

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE, June 23, 2026 — Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, is continuing its long-standing commitment to Milwaukee’s youth by announcing a $5.5 million investment to support 70 local schools and education nonprofits. This brings the company’s total contribution to advancing education

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Herzing University: Celebrates 349 Wisconsin and online nursing graduates at spring 2026 Commencement and Pinning Ceremony

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE – As communities across the country continue to face a critical demand for qualified nurses, Herzing University is helping build the local pipeline of compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals. Earlier this month, Herzing honored 349 nursing graduates at its Spring

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Libertarian Party: Calls ICE detention of Milwaukee Mosque leader a threat to free speech

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

Madison, WI – June 19, 2026 – The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin welcomes the federal court order releasing Salah Sarsour, president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, from ICE detention, and condemns the abuse of federal power his case represents.

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Crowley campaign: Releases ad vowing to end gas price squeeze for families

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE – Today, David Crowley released a new ad highlighting his plan to repeal Wisconsin’s Minimum Markup Law on motor vehicle fuel, a 1939 statute that requires gas stations to charge at least 9.18% above wholesale cost. “The price of

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Smith campaign: Surpasses 4,200 doors knocked across Wisconsin’s 6th District

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

The Brad Smith for Congress campaign continues to build momentum across Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, surpassing 4,200 doors knocked as volunteers engage voters throughout the district. Since launching, the campaign’s volunteer team has knocked on 4,254 doors, creating thousands of

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Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Statement on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley issued the following statement in response to the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat. “Giannis Antetokounmpo helped transform not only the Milwaukee Bucks, but our entire

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Crowley campaign: Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin endorses David Crowley for Governor

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

MILWAUKEE – Today, the Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin endorsed David Crowley for Governor, backing his vision to build a stronger, more affordable Wisconsin and recognizing his record of delivering results for working families and local communities. The endorsement adds

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Wiedmeyer campaign: Racine County Sheriff Chris Schmaling endorses Sandy Wiedmeyer for State Senate

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

Racine, WI, June 23 — Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling endorses Sandy Wiedmeyer, Republican candidate for Wisconsin State Senate District 11. Schmaling cited Wiedmeyer’s record fighting for accountability, parental rights, and public safety across Southeast Wisconsin as the reason for

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin votes to pass biggest housing bill in 30 years  

Monday, Jun 22, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) voted to pass the updated 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill to build more affordable housing, bring down housing costs, and stop Wall Street from buying up local homes. The

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