Midwestern Association of State Departments of Agriculture: Wisconsin hosts Midwest agricultural leaders for meeting
MADISON, Wis. – The Midwestern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (MASDA) Regional Meeting was held in Madison, Wisconsin on June 22 – 24, 2026. Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Randy Romanski is currently serving as MASDA President
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Special enrollment period now open for innovative health plan; Healthcare plan; and ACLP health plan enrollees
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is announcing a limited HealthCare.gov enrollment opportunity for Wisconsin consumers who purchased a health care plan from Innovative Health Plan; Healthcare Plan; or ACLP Health Plan. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Wisconsin Farm Bureau: Magnochi hired as Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation Director
MADISON – Ann Marie Magnochi has been hired by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau as its Foundation Director. Magnochi will be responsible for strategizing, overseeing and managing the operations of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation. “Ann Marie brings a great mix
Waukesha County: Waukesha County Courthouse public entrance to close June 29 for construction
(Waukesha, WI) – Beginning Monday, June 29, members of the public visiting the Waukesha County Courthouse will need to enter through a temporary entrance located on the eastside of the courthouse at the Administration Center. Visitors are encouraged to allow extra time, watch for
UW-Stout Polytechnic: High school students complete university-level project at UW-Stout Polytechnic, creating spaces that inspire
Every space has its own function, whether it’s an educational studio calling on students to advance their design skills and create a space optimal for learning, or a residential studio where they’re tasked with designing a cozy living room inviting
Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force: Raising awareness of fireworks’ effects on veterans
MILWAUKEE — For many veterans, fireworks around the Fourth of July don’t symbolize freedom, celebration or excitement. They only bring fear, anxiety and agitation. The sudden, loud noises — which sound like gunfire or exploding bombs to veterans — can be
Fair Wisconsin PAC: Issues endorsements in State Constitutional Offices
Fair Wisconsin PAC, the political action committee of Wisconsin’s only statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights and political advocacy organization, announced their in four state constitutional offices. Abigail Swetz, Fair Wisconsin’s Executive Director, issued the following statements: Sarah Godlewski for Lieutenant Governor
Washington County Exec. Schoemann: Washington County receives US EPA $1.5 million Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant
WEST BEND, WI – The US EPA has approved a $1.5 million Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant for Washington County. Washington County applied as the lead member of a coalition that includes the City of West Bend, the City of Hartford and
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative: Dairy farmers encouraged by introduction of farm bill discussion draft in the Senate
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative members are encouraged by Senate Ag Chairman John Boozman’s (R-AR) release of the Agricultural Act of 2026, a discussion draft for the Senate version of the farm bill. This action begins the
Milwaukee County. Exec. Crowley: Announces $7.5 million for initiatives to combat opioid epidemic and save lives
MILWAUKEE – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced his proposal to utilize nearly $7.5 million in opioid settlement funds for eight initiatives aimed at reducing opioid and substance use disorder (SUD), expanding treatment and prevention services, and saving lives. This investment
WisDems: In Wausau, Wisconsin Democrats address healthcare access and reproductive rights
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, Democratic Assembly candidate John Kroll joined Marathon County Board Supervisor Ann Lemmer, physician and former healthcare executive Brian Ewert and others to discuss how Congressman Tom Tiffany has
Gov. Evers: Urges bipartisan opposition to Trump budget proposals to gut funding that supports Wisconsin’s workforce, K-12 schools, and higher education institutions in the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent another letter in a series of letters to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urging bipartisan opposition to provisions in President Donald J. Trump’s proposed Federal Fiscal Year 2027 (FFY27) budget that would have devastating impacts on Wisconsin’s workforce, higher education institutions, and public K-12 schools
WisDems: Whine Wednesday: Van Orden’s Twitter use wrapped
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 145 tweets. From parroting vaccine conspiracies to overusing Grok, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S
Rodriguez campaign: Statement on the anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez issued the following statement today marking the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: “Four years ago today the Supreme Court took away a right Wisconsin
Dept. of Justice: Two charged for allegedly defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid in separate cases
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice recently filed criminal charges in separate cases against two women for allegedly defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid. Zambia Bell, 48, of Milwaukee, is charged with ten counts of Medical Assistance Fraud and one count
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Families need housing solutions, not political theater
GREEN BAY, WI — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) today criticized the decision by President Trump to delay a bipartisan federal housing package that would help address housing affordability and housing supply challenges facing communities across Wisconsin and the
WisDems: ICYMI: WisDems First Vice Chair Godlewski, Sen. Hesselbein, Rep. Subeck, AG Kaul, hold press conference on Dobbs anniversary
MADISON, Wis. — Today, WisDems First Vice Chair Sarah Godlewski, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, State Representative Lisa Subeck, Attorney General Josh Kaul and Dr. Sarah Dobbins held a press conference marking the anniversary of the Dobbs decision—a ruling that stripped Wisconsin
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Rep. Mark Pocan staff announces Summer 2026 staff office hours
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced that Congressional staff from his office will host office hours throughout June and July. Staff from Pocan’s district office will be available to constituents seeking help with federal agencies or looking to issue
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Releases first wave of 2026 election endorsements
MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters today officially released its first wave of candidate endorsements for the 2026 election cycle. The announcement marks the beginning of a historic campaign season where, for the first time in nearly two decades, a pro-conservation,
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Chairs hearing on how government regulation harms airline competition and consumer costs
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a hearing entitled, “The 30,000 Foot View: Competition and Regulation in the U.S. Airline Industry.”