Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Cranberry Board election underway
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified two nominees that are eligible to be elected to two seats on the Wisconsin Cranberry Board. Beginning July 10, 2026, cranberry growers have until August
Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce: Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce launches “The Ballot Brief” podcast featuring all democratic candidates for governor
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (July 13, 2026) — The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce will launch its new Ballot Brief podcast series on Monday, July 13, providing Chippewa Valley voters with the opportunity to hear directly from each of the
Berman campaign: Assembly Representative Christine Sinicki endorses Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District
RAYMOND, Wis. — Wisconsin Assembly Representative Christine Sinicki (AD-20, D-Milwaukee) today endorsed Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Sinicki issued the following statement: “Mitchell Berman brings the needed input of a hard-working union nurse who has dedicated his livelihood
Helmenstine campaign: School & Village Board Member Dylan Helmenstine raises over $122,000 for State Treasurer Race
BLACK EARTH, WIS. – Today, Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer announced it has raised more than $122,000 to date. This comes as the campaign raised more than $85,000 from over 500 contributions during the first half of 2026.
Rodriguez campaign: Statement
CONTACT: press@saraforwi.com The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign released the following statement tonight: “The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign has terminated its campaign manager, effective today, after discovering serious mismanagement and inaccuracies in campaign finance filings she prepared. “An initial
International Crane Foundation: Responds to rollback of Endangered Species Act habitat protections
BARABOO, WIS. — Today the Trump administration finalized their decision to rescind the longstanding regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a change that removes habitat destruction from the law’s core protections for threatened and endangered wildlife. This
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin-backed Housing Bill becomes law at midnight, despite President Trump refusing to sign bipartisan legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – At midnight tonight, the U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)-backed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will become law, despite the over two-week delay from President Donald Trump and his refusal to sign the bill. The legislation, which is set to
Institute for Reforming Government: Wisconsin State Legislature v. Kaul ruling creates AG slush fund
Delafield, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) issued the following analysis in response to Friday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court (SCOWIS) decision in Wisconsin State Legislature v. Kaul (2026 WI 28). WHAT HAPPENED The Wisconsin Supreme Court held that Attorney
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin DOJ joins lawsuit to prevent U.S. Department of Education’s cuts to school mental health grants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining 14 other states today in filing a complaint to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: DATCP issues public health alert for Rackow Family Sausage’s “Rueben Flavored Bratwurst” due to misbranding and undeclared allergens
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw “Rueben Flavored Bratwurst” with Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, and Corned Beef Type Flavors produced by Rackow Family Sausage in Juda, Wisconsin.
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol plans aerial enforcement in four counties next week
Wisconsin State Patrol pilots are scheduled to keep an eye out for traffic violations from the air next week. Weather permitting, the State Patrol’s Air Support Unit is set to patrol in the following areas: Monday, July 13 · US 51 – Oneida County
National Federation of Independent Business: John Deere settlement paves the way for right to repair for small businesses
MADISON, WI (July 10, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a statement highlighting the need to expand right to repair efforts following the recent antitrust lawsuit settlement between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and John Deere. “This settlement is a huge
Midwest Environmental Advocates: MEA and Sierra Club file lawsuit after state regulators abandon required environmental review for Port Washington data center
Madison, WI—Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Sierra Club challenging a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) decision to issue permits for a massive data center campus in Port Washington without fully evaluating the project’s environmental consequences. The
WisDems: ICYMI: Hospital closures and data centers put Assembly District 92 in the spotlight
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews details how healthcare is at the top of mind for voters in Wisconsin’s 92nd congressional district—meanwhile their current representative, Clint Moses, has a record of denying affordable healthcare to his constituents and pockets money from health
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers seeks applicants for Douglas County District Attorney
MADISON—Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Douglas County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Mark Fruehauf’s resignation, effective Aug. 22, 2026. The new district attorney will serve for
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers seeks applicants for Buffalo County Sheriff
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Buffalo County Sheriff. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Sheriff Michael H. Osmond’s resignation, effective July 13, 2026. The new sheriff will serve for
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Grothman introduces Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act to honor Hmong veterans’ service during the Vietnam War
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people in recognition of their extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and loyalty to the United States during the Vietnam War. The
Rep. Stubbs: Representative Shelia Stubbs named Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
MADISON, WI – Yesterday, Representative Shelia Stubbs was named a Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am incredibly honored to have been named a Conservation Champion by the Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR highlights accessible outdoor options for Universal Recreation Month
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to learn more about the universal recreation options available through the Wisconsin State Park System, including accessible infrastructure, adaptive equipment and sensory-friendly activities. July is Disability Pride Month
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board election opens July 10
MADISON, Wis. – Soybean growers in two Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board districts have until August 15 to vote for candidates for two open seats in the 2026 election. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting