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Last week, Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil voted in support of the reckless war of choice in the Middle East.  As a result, costs are rising for hardworking Wisconsin families who are paying more at the gas pump after already facing

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today kicked off Earth Week and joined the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in inviting Wisconsinites to celebrate all week long by taking action around their own homes and communities to reduce waste, recycle, conserve water,

Madison, WI — Wisconsin Women in Government is proud to announce a distinguished panel of women leaders who will headline the organization’s 2026 Annual Scholarship & Recognition Gala on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. The featured panel will

On April 9, 2026 Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 759, now Wisconsin Act 240, into law, allowing recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to obtain certain occupational credentials for high-need jobs. Wisconsin Farmers Union celebrates

Menomonie, Wis. – Two University of Wisconsin-Stout professors will have a unique opportunity this year to collaborate with other exceptional Universities of Wisconsin educators, representing various disciplines of study. Selected as Universities of Wisconsin 2026-27 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars,

MADISON, WI (April 20, 2026) —  As the war with Iran continues, it is causing economic shockwaves and raising new questions about military operations and relations with Israel. This conversation will examine evolving military and diplomatic strategies and their effects on relations

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG), a leading provider of advanced shipbuilding solutions for the U.S. Navy, announced today it plans to construct Saildrone’s Spectre, a new class of high-speed unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed for multi-mission naval operations. The Spectre program

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. — The Wisconsin Cranberry Board has approved more than $1 million in funding for 2026 initiatives that strengthen the state’s cranberry industry through research, education, and market development. The grower-led board is comprised of seven elected cranberry

Milwaukee, Wis. – The weather is warming in some parts of the country, inspiring people to clean up or clear the clutter. The one area many overlook isn’t the corner of a room or a forgotten closet; it’s the digital device you’re

Grand View, WI – Chanz Green issued the following statement after announcing he will run for re-election in the 74 th Assembly District: “After careful thought and consideration, I have decided to remain in the Assembly and run for a

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) continues to support response efforts following severe storms and flooding this past week. The SEOC remains in contact with county and tribal emergency managers across the state as they conduct

PORTAGE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that floodwaters in the Portage area continue to recede and are predicted to drop further over the next several days. The DNR will continue to monitor water levels as

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) continues to support response efforts following severe storms and flooding this past week. The SEOC remains in contact with county and tribal emergency managers and has received reports of numerous

PORTAGE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the Wisconsin River at Portage peaked at 20.47 feet yesterday afternoon, April 17, 2026, nearly reaching the highest water level on record of 20.66 feet. While the river level did

Last night, Rep.-elect Analilia Mejía defeated her opponent, Joe Hathaway, to clinch victory in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District special election, a seat formerly held by Governor Mikie Sherrill. With her victory, Garden Staters gain a proven leader who will

Jamie Wall (D-Green Bay) and Representative Ryan Spaude (D-Ashwaubenon) released the following statement today following Senator Tammy Baldwin’s announcement that she effectively pushed the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to approve the transfer of Newcap grants to other

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) continues to support the response to severe storms and flooding impacting most of the state. It is also currently monitoring and stands ready to support any resource requests that may

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement on the state Supreme Court’s recent decision affirming Safe-Place protection for workers: This week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a significant decision on worker safety and justice. At the center of

APPLETON, Wis. (April 17, 2026) — A new partnership between Lawrence University and Appleton Downtown, Inc. (ADI), gives Lawrence students the opportunity to apply concepts they are learning in class to real‑world community challenges. Facilitated by Lawrence’s Center for Community Engagement (CCE), the

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Chippewa Falls on the morning of Thursday, April 9, 2026. At 10:58 a.m.