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Weekly GOP radio address: Assembly Bill 117 and Senate Bill 112

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Hi, I’m Representative Paul Tittl and I represent the 25 th Assembly District. I wanted to take some time to talk to you about the proposed sandhill crane hunting season, AB-117 and Senate Bill 112. The proposal establishes a regulated

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Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers delivers weekly radio address, highlights 2025 accomplishments

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. 2025 was a really big year in our state. So, as we look back on 2025, here are just a few things I am proud of this year. I declared 2025 the Year of the Kid in

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Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates for planting cover crops through January 31

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates. The rebate application is web-based and is available on DATCP’s website until January 31, 2026, or until program funding is

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Sharp-tailed grouse viewing blind reservations opening soon

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting reservations for sharp-tailed grouse viewing blinds at Namekagon Barrens Wildlife Area on Saturday, Jan. 10. Additional viewing blinds at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area will become available for reservations on Sunday, Feb. 1. 

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Public Service Commission of Wisconsin: Announces grant funding opportunities to improve telecommunications access and affordability in Wisconsin

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON –The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) today announced the application periods for the Telemedicine Equipment Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program and is encouraging eligible entities to apply. Funded by the Universal Service Fund, these grant programs improve the

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Dept. of Health Services: Continues to endorse childhood vaccine recommendations of American Academy of Pediatrics

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

No changes will be made to vaccine recommendations that protect the health of Wisconsinites from preventable diseases, following best available scientific and safety data The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continues to recommend the evidence-based childhood vaccine schedule published

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Wisconsin All Copays Count Coalition: WI patients/families call on lawmakers to make a New Year’s resolution to “pass Cole’s Act now!”

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin All Copays Count Coalition representing thousands of patients and health advocates statewide today urged state lawmakers to hold hearings and votes as soon as possible to pass Cole’s Act, legislation to end PBM copay accumulator

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Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Statement on deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

(GREEN BAY) – State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) released the following statement in response to reporting on the deadly shooting connected) to federal immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis, as reported by NPR: “It is always a tragedy when a life

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Rep. Donovan: In defense of ICE and our law enforcement professionals

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Madison, WI – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) issued the following statement after the incident in Minneapolis, Minnesota that resulted in a fatal officer involved shooting by federal immigration enforcement. Rep. Donovan said: “The continuous attacks on federal law enforcement professionals must

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Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Statewide coalition of free market groups calls for action on “Red Tape Reset” package 

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

The News: A wide coalition of free market groups and associations representing Wisconsin’s largest job creators are calling on the Wisconsin Legislature to vote on a legislative package known as the “Red Tape Reset.”  The package was formally introduced last year and has advanced out of

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on proposed Southwest Savanna Regional Master Plan variance for Yellowstone Wildlife Area trail designation and improvements

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Public Comment Period Open Through Jan. 29 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed variance to the Southwest Savanna Regional Master Plan. As described in ch. NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative

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WisDems: Will Wisconsin Republicans stray from Trump to protect health care? Probably not 

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Congress will vote on renewing the ACA premium tax credit tomorrow, which the GOP let expire on December 31st. Over 270,000 Wisconsinites saw their health care prices increase as a result of the credits expiring. Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden,

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UW-Stout: Doctoral student’s AI-enhanced artwork featured on chancellor’s seasonal greeting card

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Like her artwork, educator’s dissertation explores using AI to supplement student creativity Menomonie, Wis. – For more than 125 years, University of Wisconsin-Stout’s stately Bowman Hall and its distinctive clock tower have served as landmarks for the campus and the

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Opportunity Wisconsin: Van Orden and Steil must vote to restore healthcare tax credits

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Congress will vote this afternoon to bring back healthcare tax credits as Wisconsin families are already struggling with skyrocketing healthcare costs in 2026 MADISON, Wis. – This afternoon, Congressmen Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil have an opportunity to bring

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Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators: Damian LaCroix named next executive director

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators (WASDA) Board of Directors has selected veteran educational leader Damian LaCroix to serve as its next executive director. LaCroix brings more than three decades of experience in Wisconsin public education

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Fair Wisconsin: Testifies in opposition to bill threatening access to medically-necessary health care for trans youth

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Today, Fair Wisconsin will testify before the Assembly Committee on Judiciary in opposition to AB 400, a bill that would threaten access to medically-necessary health care for trans youth.  In addition to mobilizing community members to testify in-person and collecting

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Fair Wisconsin: Testifies in opposition to bill eliminating the ability to change gender markers on birth certificates

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Today, Fair Wisconsin will testify before the Assembly Committee on Judiciary in opposition to AB 311, a bill that would eliminate the ability for someone born in Wisconsin to change the gender marker on their birth certificate.  In addition to

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Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol officers take action against human trafficking 

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

January Law of the Month: Human trafficking prevention The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of State Patrol joins organizations across the nation this January to raise awareness about human trafficking and what can be done to help prevent the

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Maria Lazar continues courting right-wing extremists in bid for seat on Wisconsin Supreme Court

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

MADISON, Wis. — Mere days after the fifth anniversary of MAGA Republicans’ deadly January 6 attack, right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar is doubling down on her alliance with election deniers and her extreme right-wing agenda, as she’s

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Visit Bald Eagle Watching Days in Sauk Prairie Jan. 17

Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

All Events Are Free And Open To The Public MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to participate in the annual Bald Eagle Watching Days happening on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Sauk Prairie. All Bald Eagle

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