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The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) in collaboration with the Inclusa Foundation is pleased to announce the placement of 7 interns in the Wisconsin Disability Internship Program for 2026. Selected from a highly competitive group of applicants,

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made

WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election

Feb. 3, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for the Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC).   Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC provides comprehensive tools and essential support to help women thrive in their person… Please

An online day of giving focused on social and environmental justice Madison, WI – At a time when our values and democracy are under attack, bold action is required. Donations during The Big Share® are an investment in local nonprofits

MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner has Senate Democrats in a position to reclaim the chamber for the first time in over a decade. Democratic challengers Representative Robyn Vining (SD-5), Representative Jenna Jacobson (SD-17), and Racine Transit Director Trevor Jung (SD-21) have emerged as candidates likely

Barrett: “I’ve seen how deeply Joel cares for this state, the ideas he brings to solving challenges and his readiness to lead on day one” Brennan: “It’s another way to demonstrate that we are ready to hold ICE accountable for

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 27, 2026 for three seats on the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Potato growers in Districts 1, 2, and 3 are eligible to nominate

February Law of the Month: Proper headlight use The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of State Patrol encourages drivers to check that headlights are on and working properly during periods of darkness and limited visibility. During this time of

Common Council legislation authored by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs would direct the Department of City Development and the Milwaukee Health Department to work directly to attract and retain grocery stores and pharmacies in the City of Milwaukee. The legislation – Council file #251707 (assigned to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites library patrons to use the Check Out Wisconsin State Parks At Your Library program to check out a free day pass to state parks, forests and recreation areas. “There’s always

Applied learning, strong industry partnerships benefit students, create clear career pathways Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFeb. 3, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout’s B.S. packaging program has been recognized by three national ranking authorities in their annual

GERMANTOWN — Conservative Washington County judicial candidate Grant Scaife today announced that he received the endorsements of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices Annette Ziegler and Rebecca Bradley for his campaign for the Washington County Circuit Court. Prior to being elected to the Wisconsin Supreme

Madison—Representative Sequanna Taylor (D-11) today announced that she is a co-author of legislation to legalize and regulate cannabis for adults 21 and older in Wisconsin. The bill is led by Representative Madison and Senator Johnson and maintains access for medical

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House passed Congressman Derrick Van Orden’s Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act of 2025, that strengthens support for veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life. “As a retired Navy SEAL, taking care of veterans isn’t

If You Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States from May 1, 2009 to Dec. 31, 2019, You Could be Eligible for Money February 2, 2026 Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that a

MADISON, WI – State Representative Christian Phelps (D–Eau Claire) co-authored legislation Monday with Rep. Madison (D–Milwaukee) and Sen. Johnson (D–Milwaukee) to legalize medical and recreational cannabis in Wisconsin, a long-overdue change that would catch Wisconsin up to the standards of our

WAUSAU, WI – Today, Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor of Wisconsin, called on the Democratic Party of Wisconsin to return the millions of dollars it has received from Epstein-Island visitor Reid Hoffman. Since 2019, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin has accepted

Public Health Madison & Dane County continues to investigate the confirmed case of measles in Dane County. So far, the investigation has identified the following locations where people may have been exposed to measles: Qdoba Restaurant 2 N. Park Street, Madison, WI