Dept. of Natural Resources: Launches new vapor intrusion webpage for local governments
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a new webpage to help local governments address vapor intrusion in their communities. The new Vapor Intrusion for Local Governments webpage from the Remediation and Redevelopment (RR) Program provides tools and
WILL: Unveils new teacher resources to break the status quo in education
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and it’s Restoring American Education initiative (RAE)—alongside award-winning Wisconsin educator and Thomas B. Fordham Institute Policy Associate, Daniel Buck—released a new roadmap for educators to help achieve strong educational outcomes for
Rep. Macco: Honors Sergeant Michael Luberda as First Responder of the Year
MADISON, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) issued the following statement about First Responders Appreciation Day at the State Capitol. “As part of Tuesday’s ceremony, I had the honor of recognizing Patrol Sergeant Michael Luberda as the 88th Assembly District’s 2023 First Responder
Rep. Hurd: 68th Assembly District First Responders of the Year
Madison – State Representative Karen Hurd (R-Fall Creek) presented Eau Claire Fire Department Firefighter Paramedic Heather Morning, Firefighter Paramedic Nathan Much, and Engineer EMT Scott Mohr with the 2023 “First Responders of the Year” award during the Assembly floor session on Tuesday.
NDRC: Slams Wisconsin GOP’s redistricting bill as another gerrymandering scheme
Washington, D.C. — Today, in the midst of growing opposition to Senate Bill 488/Assembly Bill 415, the Wisconsin Senate Committee on Shared Revenue, Elections and Consumer Protection will host a hearing on the bill. Wisconsin Republicans have claimed that the bill is
Dept. of Agriculture: Reminds farmers to check runoff risk prior to spreading manure
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding farmers and manure applicators to check the runoff risk advisory forecast before spreading manure on fields. This tool helps determine the potential for manure runoff from a field depending
Dept. of Justice: Officer involved critical incident investigation in Watertown, Wis.
WATERTOWN, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in the City of Watertown, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 18, 2023. At approximately 11:17
DCCC: Speaker vote round two: U.S. Rep. Van Orden sides with extremist Jim Jordan
For the second time in 24 hours, Derrick Van Orden has voted for extremist Jim Jordan for speaker. Van Orden has had every opportunity to embrace a bipartisan governing coalition, but once again caved to the demands of his far-right
Rep. Maxey: Votes to keep Brewers in Wisconsin
Madison, WI – Representative Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) issued the following statement after the Assembly passed legislation providing funding for upkeep of American Family Field: “I am no fan of being backed into a corner by a professional sports team
Rep. Gundrum: Honors Ken Reiser with First Responder of the Year Award
Madison, WI – Yesterday, Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) honored Slinger Fire Department member Ken Reiser with the First Responder of the Year Award. Every session, all members of the Assembly may honor a first responder in their district who is
Sen. Tomczyk: Righting Gov. Evers’ wrongs
Madison, WI – Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) issued the following statement on yesterday’s floor session: “Governor Evers’ rampant use of vetoes has prevented Wisconsin families from getting the relief they desperately need from out of control inflation. The special session
MEUW: More than 80 utility trucks circled Capitol in Madison
SUN PRAIRIE, Wisconsin – On Wednesday, Oct. 18, representatives from the Municipal Electric Utilities of Wisconsin (MEUW) met at the State Capitol with 108 legislators to talk about issues important to more than 80 communities in Wisconsin that count on
Fair Maps Coalition: Advocates oppose redistricting bill (SB 488 and AB 415) at public hearing on Thursday, October 19
MADISON WI – Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition members will travel from across the state to give testimony in opposition to Senate Bill 488 and Assembly Bill 415, the fast-tracked legislative redistricting proposal finally receiving a public hearing before the State Senate Committee
Gov. Evers: Appoints Blake Gross as Ashland County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Blake Gross to serve as Ashland County District Attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy created by District Attorney David Meany’s resignation. Gross will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that
WisGOP: Erik Ngutse hired as director of community engagement for Wisconsin GOP
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Republican Party proudly welcomes Erik Ngutse as its new Director of Community Engagement. Ngutse’s unwavering commitment to championing conservative values and his experience in supporting GOP candidates at every level make him a valuable addition to
Gov. Evers: Announces DHS to receive two federal grants for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is receiving nearly $17 million in new federal funding to enhance operations of the 988 Wisconsin Lifeline, the service that answers calls, texts, and chats to
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins letter to Biden Administration on improper placement of acting Sec. of Labor Julie Su in Presidential succession
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and 28 of their Republican Senate colleagues in sending a letter to President Biden demanding clarification regarding the Biden Administration’s apparent decision to improperly place Acting
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Calls for cessation of hostilities, humanitarian aid in Israel & Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement on his call for a cessation of hostilities towards civilians by all parties in the war between Israel and Hamas and for a robust humanitarian aid package:
WisDems: Conservative commentator Mark Belling calls for Eric Hovde and Scott Mayer to be removed from voter rolls over poor voting record
MADISON, Wis. — In response to reports that two of the GOP’s possible Senate candidates, Scott Mayer and Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) have repeatedly failed to vote in Wisconsin, conservative commentator Mark Belling called for both Hovde and Mayer to be removed from the Wisconsin voter
Rep. Rozar: Honors Erin Martin as the 69th Assembly District’s 2023 First Responder of the Year
Madison — Yesterday, during the Wisconsin Assembly Floor Session, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) honored Erin Martin, a volunteer firefighter/first responder from the Chili/Fremont Fire Department as the 69th Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year. All Assembly Representatives had the opportunity to