Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority: Application period open for affordable housing development programs through WHEDA
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announced today the opening of applications for the latest round of funding from the Infrastructure Access, Restore Main Street, and Vacancy-to-Vitality competitive loan programs. All three programs were developed
Dept. of Public Instruction: Five Wisconsin teachers named finalists for national award
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced five Wisconsin educators have been named finalists for a national award honoring mathematics and science teachers for their achievement in teaching the subjects. The 2025 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics
Dept. of Natural Resources: Launches the Wisconsin Fishing Finder
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the launch of their new Wisconsin Fishing Finder, a comprehensive online fishing resource for anglers. There are lots of great places to fish in Wisconsin, including over 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of perennial streams and
Dept. of Transportation: Focus on the road ahead to keep Adopt-A-Highway volunteers safe
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers to focus on the road ahead to keep Adopt-A-Highway volunteers safe. WisDOT initiated the Adopt-A-Highway program in 1991 to allow groups to volunteer and directly support the state’s anti-litter program. These volunteers
Wisconsin Catholic Conference: Bishops urge congressional delegation to protect programs that help families in need
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Protect Our Care: U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin calls out GOP plans to cut Medicaid, take away vital health care from Wisconsinites
GREEN BAY, WI — Yesterday, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin held a “Hands Off Medicaid” roundtable in Green Bay, Wisconsin in conjunction with Protect Our Care Wisconsin to highlight how Medicaid is under attack like never before. Donald Trump and MAGA
Badger Battleground Poll: Economy the top concern for Wisconsin voters headed into mid-terms
CONTACT: media@platform-communications.com First poll following Wisconsin Supreme Court election shows economy a top issue for Wisconsinites living under divided government In the first statewide bipartisan poll after historic spending and turnout in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, voters show the economy
Sen. Spreitzer: Slams President Trump for ignoring the rule of law, threats to citizens
BELOIT – State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement reacting to the decisions of President Trump and his administration to willfully ignore a unanimous ruling from the United States Supreme Court in Noem v. Abrego Garcia which directed the Trump
Secretary of State Godlewski: Celebrates two years in office with record investment in Wisconsin school libraries during library week
Madison, WI – Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, Chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), marked her second anniversary in office by launching a statewide tour during National School Library Month and delivering a record-breaking $70 million
Milwaukee GOP: Statement on new WISGOP by-laws
Milwaukee, WI— “Freedom of speech is a principal pillar of a free government,” and “Without freedom of thought, there can be no such thing as wisdom – and no such thing as public liberty without freedom of speech.”. – Benjamin Franklin
Opportunity Wisconsin: TAX DAY: Reps. Steil and Van Orden must start prioritizing working Wisconsin families over tax breaks for the ultra-rich
MADISON, WI – As Wisconsinites file their tax returns today, many big corporations and the wealthiest Americans are poised to strike it rich if Representatives Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden get their way. Last week, Congressional Republicans advanced a budget resolution
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help birds during spring migration
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages bird watchers to enjoy the return of migratory birds to Wisconsin this spring and take a few simple steps to help our feathered friends. Because Wisconsin is next to the Mississippi River
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Urges Green Bay Common Council to support tax transparency measure
GREEN BAY, WI — State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) is calling on the Green Bay Common Council to vote yes on a tax transparency proposal at the April 15th Council meeting. The measure would add a simple line item to property tax
Reps. Clancy, Phelps: Thank disability advocates for stopping Assembly Bill 163
Denounce committee Republicans for advancing 164, 165 MADISON, WI – Today, Assembly Bills 164 and 165 passed out of the Assembly Committee on Public Benefit Reform on 4-2 party-line votes. Ranking member Rep. Ryan Clancy (D-Milwaukee) and Rep. Christian Phelps
Lead-Safe Schools MKE: MPS Board of Directors ask city to review possible lawsuit against lead paint manufacturers
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Director Missy Zombor proposed a resolution requiring MPS administration to consult with the Office of the Milwaukee City Attorney to explore legal options available to the district to “hold lead paint companies accountable” for
UW System: Dr. Manohar Singh named chancellor of UW-Oshkosh
MADISON, Wis.—Dr. Manohar Singh, interim president of Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, Conn., has been named the next Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. He is its 12th leader. The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents today unanimously approved Singh’s
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Milwaukee VA offers free oral cancer screenings April 30 for all Veterans
MILWAUKEE — To mark Oral Cancer Awareness Month, free oral cancer screenings will be available for all Veterans during an April 30 event at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. No appointments are needed for the screenings, which will take place 10
Dept. of Natural Resources: Publishes final decision on variance to add facilities to Newport State Park day-use area
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a final decision on a proposed variance to the management of Newport State Park. After reviewing public input on the proposed variance, the DNR has decided to approve it. The
Office of Children’s Mental Health: Understanding boys’ mental health
In a newly released Fact Sheet, the Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) calls for more attention to boys’ mental health. American society stigmatizes talking about male mental health. Boys are discouraged from identifying and sharing their feelings. The
Dept. of Natural Resources: Thanks volunteers, clubs for successful snowmobile season
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates the close of another successful snowmobile season. Although snow conditions proved challenging at times, Wisconsin continues to rank among the top snowmobiling states in the country, with more than 200,000 registered