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MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler, state Rep. Alex Joers, and Kevin Gundlach, the President of the South Central Federation of Labor, held a press call on the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act. From

Milwaukee took center stage in the Midwest transportation world this week as Wisconsin hosted the annual meeting for the Mid America Association of State Transportation Officials (MAASTO). Transportation leaders and industry partners across 10 Midwest states gathered to share best

MADISON — As the virus that caused the COVID-19 pandemic first began to spread around the planet, it brought along a new vocabulary. Unfamiliar phrases like “flatten the curve,” “COVID pod” and “essential worker” infected regular conversation. But another —

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as register of deeds in Menominee County. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Menomin Hawpetoss, effective Aug. 4, 2023. The new register of

(MADISON) – Representative Melissa Ratcliff (D–Cottage Grove) has been appointed by Minority Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) to the Assembly Committee on Energy and Utilities, replacing Representative Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) who has been appointed to the Joint Committee on Finance.

ICYMI – Following a decisive pro-choice victory in Ohio, NewsNation’s Leland Vittert interviewed Progress Action Fund Founder Joe Jacobson yesterday, who created the viral ad “Keep Republicans Out Of Your Bedroom.” Jacobson teased a sequel to the ad that will be

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on a master plan variance that would add additional ATV/UTV routes and trails to Northern Highland – American Legion State Forest. The public comment period is open through Aug.

Milwaukee, WI – On Wednesday, August 16th, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin  Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee Water Works, and Employ Milwaukee held a press conference to highlight investments from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to replace lead pipes in Milwaukee. The

Madison, WI – One year after its adoption, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), also known as President Biden’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan, is already delivering health, economic, climate and environmental benefits to Wisconsin, say local officials and environmental advocates.  Congressman Mark

STURGEON BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a master plan variance to allow the expansion of equestrian trails in Newport State Park in Door County. The public comment period is open through Sept. 16,

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today announced her support for Wisconsin’s application to bring a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Tech Hub) to Wisconsin. The Tech Hub program is an economic development initiative created by the Baldwin-backed CHIPS and Science

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced a resolution condemning the Department Education’s attack on schools that educate their students on responsible firearm handling. This resolution has been endorsed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and Safari Club International.

With the school year around the corner, the Department of Health Services (DHS) welcomes CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen today to Wisconsin as part of a nationwide call to action to ensure children are ready for a healthy school year.

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin hospitals’ health care quality tops the national average and have the fourth-most five-star-rated hospitals in the country, according to the recently released Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The ratings reflect

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Wisconsin’s premier business association dedicated to serving the veteran and military community, today announced its President & CEO, Saul Newton, will be leaving in October 2023. After eight years of leading the organization

Madison, WI – Dane Buy Local announces the upcoming installment of the Shop Local Tour, scheduled for August 22, 2023. This special initiative continues its mission of promoting and supporting the diverse range of locally owned businesses in the Madison

MADISON, Wis. – Teens and young adults who received a brief social media counseling session during a health care visit remembered the lessons and reported safer online behavior six months later, according to a large new study from the University

American Federation of Teachers Local 212 supports Governor Evers’ proposals to address Wisconsin’s workforce challenges, and his call for a Special Session to enact them.   Local 212, the faculty and professional staff union at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), praised  Evers’