Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Accepting Dairy Processor Grants through November 3, 2026
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for Dairy Processor Grants by noon on November 3, 2026. Due to the ongoing success of this program in supporting innovation
National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation: Wisconsin employee files class action lawsuit to defend Wisconsin state law that guarantees workplace freedom
Suit: Outdated federal precedents wrongfully permit union officials to block workers from stopping union dues payments Milwaukee, WI (September 18, 2026) – Caryn Johnson, an employee of Olympic Companies, has filed a new class action lawsuit against both International Union
Gruber campaign: Assembly candidate Ben Gruber tours Dodgeville daycare
Visit spotlights challenges facing area providers, parents DODGEVILLE, Wis. — On Thursday, September 17, Democratic candidate for Assembly District 51 Ben Gruber visited and toured In The Beginning Child Care & Learning Center in Dodgeville to learn about challenges facing
Gov. Evers, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation: Join Kikkoman to celebrate grand opening of new production facility in Jefferson
WEDC will provide up to $15.5 million in performance-based tax incentives to support Kikkoman’s $800 million total investment in Wisconsin, creating more than 80 high-paying jobs and bolstering economic opportunities in Southeastern Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today joined
Dept. of Transportation: Governor Evers approves US 51 improvements, McFarland
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers recently signed a $33 million contract to reconstruct US 51 between Exchange Street and Larson Beach Road in McFarland, Dane County. Preliminary work is scheduled to begin September 21, 2026. R.G. Huston
Tiffany campaign: Announces Taxpayer Accountability Plan in Altoona
ALTOONA, WI – Today, Tom Tiffany unveiled his Taxpayer Accountability Plan in Eau Claire County, outlining a series of reforms to audit state government, identify waste and duplication, increase transparency, and give Wisconsin taxpayers a clearer picture of where their money is
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces merger exclusivity discussion draft
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, has introduced a discussion draft of legislation to provide the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ)
Wisconsin Farmers Union: Members bring farm policy priorities to Washington
Nineteen WFU members joined nearly 250 Farmers Union advocates for meetings with lawmakers and federal officials WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nineteen Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) members traveled to Washington, D.C., this week for National Farmers Union’s annual Legislative Fly-In, joining nearly
WisGOP: David Crowley’s hometown paper concludes taxes have “generally increased” on his watch
MADISON, WI – Democrat David Crowley’s attempts to rewrite his long record of hiking taxes on Milwaukee County families have been so feeble that even his hometown paper is calling him out. A new fact check by The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel asked whether taxes
Dept. of Transportation: Beltline enforcement partnership results in 65 traffic stops, highest speed 112 mph
The Wisconsin State Patrol on Wednesday, September 16, partnered with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office and Monona Police Department to promote safe driving on Dane County’s Beltline (US 12/18), one of the state’s busiest highways. The law enforcement agencies joined
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Gives Champion of Victims’ Rights Award to Madison leading crime victim advocate Dana Pellebon
Event held at RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center highlighted Pellebon’s efforts to support survivors and amplify victims’ voices MADISON, Wis. – On Wednesday, Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin recognized Dana Pellebon, a Madison crime victim advocate and executive director of the RCC
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Fires back at Evers’ claim he can’t do anything about Driftless Region transmission lines
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden released the following statement on Governor Tony Evers response to his letter calling for a moratorium on the proposed BECI and MariBell 765-kV transmission lines through Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, claiming he cannot do anything
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to sanction Russia and Iran and to lower costs imposed by left-wing climate mandates
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statements in response to the passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 and two joint resolutions challenging left-wing environmental regulations that have unnecessarily driven up
Van Orden campaign: Slams Cooke for rejecting second debate offer
LA CROSSE, WI — Congressman Derrick Van Orden today slammed Rebecca Cooke for once again refusing to debate him in front of Wisconsin voters. Van Orden has now accepted two separate invitations to debate Cooke, while Cooke has declined both
Rep. Vining: Recognized as “Friend of Family Medicine”
MADISON–Representative Robyn Vining recognized as a “Friend of Family Medicine” by the Wisconsin Academy of Family Physicians (WAFP), a statewide association committed to promoting high professional and ethical standards in the practice of family medicine. Representative Vining was recognized for
Dávila campaign: Judge Jack Dávila launches re-election campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 1
Judge earns endorsements from 25 judges across Circuit Court, Court of Appeals, and Wisconsin Supreme Court MILWAUKEE — Judge Jack Dávila today launched his campaign for re-election to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 1, for the April 6, 2027
Crowley campaign: ICYMI: Announces anti-corruption policy focused on accountability and transparency
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – This week, David Crowley announced his anti-corruption policy platform which focuses on accountability, transparency, and restoring public trust in government. Crowley’s plan focuses on four key policies that aim to limit regulators from using their positions of power
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin participates in national agriculture annual meeting
MADISON, Wis. – The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) held its 2026 Annual Meeting in Portland, Maine on September 13 – 16, 2026. Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in numerous business
Kenosha County, Kenosha County Housing Task Force, Kenosha Area Business Alliance: Comprehensive Kenosha County housing study now available
Study unveiled at The State of Kenosha County Housing event provides data-driven roadmap for addressing future housing needs [Kenosha, WI] – A comprehensive study examining the housing needs and opportunities across Kenosha County is now available following its unveiling at
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Trump administration agrees with WILL: Dairy farmers can’t be forced to pay for ESG
USDA announces end to programs following WILL lawsuit The News: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has agreed to end the use of mandatory dairy checkoff funds for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, following a lawsuit filed by the Wisconsin