State Bar of Wisconsin: Announces election results
MADISON, Wis. (April 29, 2025)—Wisconsin attorney Stephen W. Sawyer was elected April 28 as the next president-elect of the State Bar of Wisconsin, beginning July 1, 2025. In July 2026, he will take over as State Bar president. Sawyer is
Gov. Evers: “We’re going to sue to stop them” Gov. Evers slams Trump administration for cuts to AmeriCorps, serve Wisconsin
Governor takes Trump and Musk to task over cuts to Wisconsin literacy and math tutors, substance use recovery services, support for homeless youth, and conservation projects, among other critical programs, affecting services in well over half of Wisconsin’s 72 counties
American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation: Countdown to winter: Registration for 2026 Birkie Week events opens May 1
Hayward, WI — April 29, 2025 — The countdown is officially on for one of the most anticipated winter traditions in the Northwoods. Registration for the 2026 Slumberland American Birkebeiner and week of skiing events opens on Thursday, May 1.
Rep. Stroud: To host budget town halls in Superior, Ashland, and Brule
ASHLAND, Wis. – Representative Angela Stroud (D–Ashland) will be holding a series of budget town halls to help constituents better understand the budget process, to share details from Governor Evers’ budget proposal, and to hear from constituents about their priorities and concerns. These sessions are opportunities for
TempoPay Rx: Launches to help bridge the prescription drug affordability gap
MILWAUKEE, April 29, 2025 – TempoPay, a subsidiary of industry-leading healthcare financing and payments solutions provider PayMedix, today announced the availability of TempoPay Rx, a financing solution designed to address the growing trend in prescription drug non-adherence across the country.
DNC War Room: Trump’s first 100 days have been an abject failure for Wisconsinites
Thanks to Donald Trump, we’re seeing more unemployment, skyrocketing costs, slashed education funding, threats to Social Security and Medicaid, and suffering families in Wisconsin As Donald Trump prepares to celebrate 100 days of failure, the reality on the ground for
Sen. Testin: Introduces video game tax credit legislation
MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) has introduced bipartisan legislation that attempts to encourage more video game production companies to locate in Wisconsin. According to the latest data from Statista Market Insights, the worldwide video game industry is forecasted to
UW–Milwaukee: Public event showcases student design concepts for a reimagined I-794 spur
MILWAUKEE_Architecture and Urban Planning students from UWM explored the long-term potential of the possible removal of the I-794 highway spur through downtown Milwaukee. Their concepts will be shared with the public at an open house on Thursday, May 1, from
Van Orden campaign: President Donald Trump endorses Congressman Van Orden for re-election
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – President Donald J. Trump announced his endorsement of Congressman Derrick Van Orden via the conservative social media site Truth Social. The president, who made his endorsement public on Monday, said of the two-term congressman from Wisconsin, “Congressman
WILL: Trump administration plans to revoke Biden ESG rule following WILL lawsuit
The News: A lawsuit challenging a Biden-era investment rule will be put on hold, as Trump Administration reconsiders and ultimately plans to repeal the rule. On behalf of two Wisconsin investors, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty sued the Biden
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin thawed: Weight restrictions end for northern Wisconsin highways
Warmer weather has reached northern Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is ending Spring Thaw Class II and Posted Road restrictions for northern Wisconsin in Zones 1-2 on Wednesday, April 30 at 12:01 a.m. Class II roads include about 1,400 miles
UW-Green Bay: Hosts half-day workshops designed for youngsters & the young-at-heart
UW-Green Bay reinvents ‘Grandparents’ University’ as generations in learning Green Bay, WI – UW-Green Bay reinvents Grandparents’ University with Generations in Learning, a series of half-day workshops designed to enhance learning and connection between older adults and kids, and is perfect
WisGOP: Announces new communications director
MADISON, Wis. – The Republican Party of Wisconsin is pleased to announce that Anika Rickard is transitioning to the role of Communications Director, effective immediately. Rickard will be the primary media contact and spokesperson for the 2026 cycle. “Rickard has been
UW–Eau Claire: Eight to be honored with Alumni Association awards
Eight alumni and friends of the university will be honored with awards from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Alumni Association on Friday, May 16. Honorary Alumnus Award The Honorary Alumnus Award is presented to non-alumni or non-degreed alumni who have
EAA: Ren Scott named Vice President of business development, sales, and events
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (April 28, 2025) — Ren Scott has been promoted by the Experimental Aircraft Association to Vice President – Business Development, Sales, and Events. In his new role, Scott will also be joining EAA’s senior
Gov. Evers: Appoints Stephanie Hilton to the Dane County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Stephanie Hilton to the Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 8. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Frank D. Remington’s retirement. Hilton will complete a term ending July 31,
Sen. Quinn, Rep. Green: React to judge’s threat to close court
Madison, Wis. – Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Birchwood) and Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) reacted to the announcement made by Sawyer County Circuit Court Judge Monica Isham, in which she said she may refuse to hold court, following the actions
WisDems: On Donald Trump endorsing Derrick Van Orden
MADISON, Wis. — In response to Donald Trump endorsing Wisconsin’s most disappointing congressman for reelection, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Sarah Abel released the following statement: “Donald Trump’s early endorsement of Derrick Van Orden should be a red warning sign for the House GOP that
Milwaukee Public Schools: Enters new phase of lead cleanup
(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today released the district’s Lead Action Plan that will guide the strategy to remove lead hazards from MPS school buildings where elementary students are in attendance. As part of the plan that will drive the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Recruiting wardens for 2026 class
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will accept applications for the next class of conservation wardens through May 6. The DNR expects to hire about 10 full-time wardens for the upcoming 2026 class. Successful applicants will begin