U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Chairs Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on Sports Broadcasting Act as rising streaming costs are hurting consumers
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, “Examining the Sports Broadcasting Act.” Rep. Fitzgerald issued the following statement about
Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR seeking landowners to host fall Gun Deer Hunt for Hunters with Disabilities
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds landowners who are interested in sponsoring a Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities to enroll their properties, by July 1, 2026. There have been some changes to the program
Wisconsin Technical College System: WTCS celebrates Aspen Prize finalist Chippewa Valley Technical College
MADISON – The Aspen Institute has named Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) one of just 10 finalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition for community and technical colleges. CVTC was one of three
Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin: Madison community to commemorate Hiroshima and Nagasaki with Lanterns for Peace on August 6
Madison, WI — July 2026 — On Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 PM, Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin (PSR WI) will host Lanterns for Peace, an annual community event at Tenney Park’s John Wall Family Pavilion. The gathering commemorates
Dept. of Health Services: DHS monitoring continues to show high levels of tick activity statewide
With tick activity reaching its peak for the season, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continues to closely monitor tick activity, with the most recent surveillance data showing nymphal deer (blacklegged) ticks are currently driving the trend. Nymphal deer ticks are
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin DOJ and Coalition secure summary judgment in lawsuit challenging Trump administration’s unlawful $100k fee for H-1B petitions
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice and a coalition Monday secured a ruling from the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts that vacated the Trump Administration’s policy imposing a $100,000 fee on certain H-1B petitions, finding it unlawful. Wisconsin DOJ joined
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin, Cramer lead bipartisan ;egislation to lower housing costs for Volunteer First Responders
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) introduced the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act, bipartisan legislation to lower the cost of housing for volunteer firefighters and first responders. The effort would help recruit and retain more
Institute for Reforming Government: IRG sues DPI over Wisconsin Dells $368,885 secret meeting
Delafield, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG), represented by the Wisconsin Transparency Project, is taking the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to court. The lawsuit, venued in Adams County, asks the court to declare the secret meeting held
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Statement on his appointment to House Foreign Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) was appointed by Leader Hakeem Jeffries and the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee to the House Foreign Affairs Committee. “Thank you to Leader Jeffries and Ranking Member Meeks for your trust in appointing me
Marquette University: Marquette biological sciences professor receives grant to study cellular mechanisms in diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Emily Sontag, assistant professor of biological sciences in Marquette University’s Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences to study the basic cellular
Waukesha County Parks: Goes sassy (for a good cause) with “Leave No Trace” campaign
(WAUKESHA, Wis.) – This summer, Waukesha County Parks is taking a little sass to the trails. The parks department is launching a new “Leave No Trace” campaign to encourage responsible park use and protect our local natural spaces. The campaign, running
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: WILL sues USDA over unconstitutional milk tax
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (Dairy Board) on behalf of three Wisconsin dairy farmers. The lawsuit challenges
Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Recognizes June as National Gun Violence Awareness Month
MILWAUKEE – June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowey is highlighting his administration’s efforts to combat gun violence, foster healthier neighborhoods, and save lives. “Gun violence is a public health crisis that affects too many
Tiffany campaign: Tiffany launches third statewide ad focused on affordability and accountability
WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign running across television, streaming, and digital platforms. The new spot, titled “Udderly Ridiculous,” focuses on Tiffany’s commitment to making Wisconsin more affordable by stopping
Wisconsin Technology Council: Tech Council’s talent recruitment grant to support frontier technology growth
The Wisconsin Technology Council has been awarded a Talent Recruitment Grant to support efforts aimed at attracting specialized talent to frontier technology companies in Rock County and south central Wisconsin, helping strengthen the state’s innovation economy. The grant is part of a
UW-Stout Polytechnic: Cybersecurity faculty win Pentagon-sponsored competition to build workforce preparedness
A cybersecurity training platform developed by University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic faculty has won a high-stakes, Pentagon-sponsored competition and will now serve as a blueprint for scalable cybersecurity learning nationwide. The Department of War’s Aligned Skills Curriculum and Experiential Network Design
National Republican Congressional Committee: Launches “Inside the Majority” video highlighting Derrick Van Orden
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) released an “Inside the Majority” video highlighting Ret. Navy SEAL Senior Chief Derrick Van Orden’s background and how he delivers commonsense wins for his fellow veterans and Wisconsin families. “Congressman Derrick Van Orden served our
Barnes campaign: Releases The Wisconsin Way agenda to tax the rich, freeze the rates, and keep Wisconsin safe
Wisconsin Way” Policy Agenda Calls For Tax On Millionaires And Ultra-Wealthy, Cutting Taxes for Middle-Class Families Lays Out Plans To Keep Wisconsinites Safe, Fully Fund Education, Make Life More Affordable LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WISCONSIN WAY HERE Today, Mandela Barnes is rolling out
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Libertarian Party of Wisconsin to host July 4 Town Hall
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) will host its next quarterly Town Hall on Saturday, July 4, at 1:00 PM, streaming live on Facebook. The Town Hall will provide updates on party activities, recent developments, and opportunities for members and
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to pass the Secure America Act to fully fund ICE and CBP
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S. 2, the Secure America Act. “Today, I was proud to vote to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security, including ICE and CBP, through the reconciliation