Dept. of Natural Resources: Pine Island State Wildlife Area closed due to flooding
PORTAGE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Pine Island State Wildlife Area is currently closed until further notice due to major flood levels on the Wisconsin River in the Portage area, to protect public health and safety.
UW Health: Is the Official Health Care Partner of the Green Bay Packers
MADISON, Wis. – UW Health and the Green Bay Packers have announced a multi-year agreement for the health system to serve as the Official Health Care Partner of the Green Bay Packers. The partnership is extensive. UW Health and the Green Bay
Sen. Wanggaard: Meet the four juveniles with life sentences Evers is poised to release
Cop Killer; Street Ambusher Killed 2; Murderer Stabbed Victim 20 Times MADISON – On April 3, Governor Evers created the “Juvenile Life Sentence Commutation Process,” allowing him to release from prison juveniles who were sentenced to life in prison without
Republican State Leadership Committee: Announces state legislative targets for 2026
The Republican State Leadership Committee and its affiliated PACs (“RSLC”) enter the second quarter of 2026 facing a political environment that is likely to be one of the most challenging for state Republicans in recent years. With national dynamics in
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Previously deported alien sentenced in largest cocaine seizure in Green Bay history
Brad D. Schimel, First Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on April 14, 2026, United States District Judge Byron B. Conway sentenced Ruben Salgado-Espinoza (age: 51) to 169 months of imprisonment for conspiring to
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Franklin man pleads guilty to wire fraud and filing false tax returns
Brad D. Schimel, First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that Nael Jabbar (age 47) of Franklin, Wisconsin, pled guilty on April 14, 2026, to one count of wire fraud, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1341,
Dunn County: Highway Department begins major 2026 road repair and reconstruction projects
MENOMONIE, Wis. — The Dunn County Highway Department is undertaking several roadway and bridge improvement projects during the 2026 construction season, focusing on pavement rehabilitation, drainage improvements and long‑term roadway durability. “The Dunn County Board of Supervisors has made a major
Melotik campaign: Announces re-election for Wisconsin’s 22nd Assembly District
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Brunette campaign: Judge Lyndsey Brunette announces campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court
WATCH: Clark County Circuit Court judge and former district attorney enters race pledging to protect the rights and freedoms of all WisconsinitesNEILLSVILLE, Wis. – Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette today announced her candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court, releasing a
National Union of Healthcare Workers: Federal Labor Board orders election next week for behavioral health workers in suburban Milwaukee and Madison
In February, Wisconsin mental health provider, Rogers Behavioral Health, illegally fired three caregivers for simply saying that they and their co-workers were forming a union. This week, the National Labor Relations Board, sided with the union, the National Union of Healthcare
Russell campaign: Incumbent Democratic State Rep. Rev. Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. announces re-election bid for 12th Assembly District
Milwaukee, WI — Incumbent Democratic State Representative Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. is announcing today his candidacy for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly, continuing his service to the 12th District. After careful prayer, conversations with his family, and listening to
Waukesha County: Responds to confirmed EF2 tornado in Lisbon as more severe weather threatens area
(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County continued its coordinated response and damage assessment efforts today following multiple rounds of severe storms that moved through the county on the evening of Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down
Wisconsin Emergency Management: State of Emergency Operations Center update 1: April severe storms and flooding
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) continues to support response to severe storms and flooding impacting most of the state. The SEOC was elevated to Level 2 on April 14. The SEOC has been communicating with
Roys campaign: Statement of support for MTEA during negotiations
“Our educators at the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association deserve a contract that respects the incredibly important work they do to set our kids up for success. For decades, Republicans in the state legislature have undermined our public schools and prevented
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to rein in Netanyahu and stop war in Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to stop the sale of 1,000-pound bombs and bulldozers to Israel as Prime Minister Netanyahu continues to wage a war in Lebanon, breaking the U.S. ceasefire
Rep. Tucker: Condemns governor’s vetoes, reaffirms commitment to common sense governance
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Gov. Evers: Declares state of emergency in response to flooding and severe weather impacts across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #289, declaring a state of emergency as communities across the state continue to experience and recover from severe storms, power outages, record rainfall, and flooding, all of which are expected to continue throughout the week. Gov. Evers signed the order today after trav…
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Badgers show up: Day of the Badger 2026 raises critical funds for UW-Madison
More than $2 million raised for immediate needs MADISON, WI (April 15, 2026) — During the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s seventh Day of the Badger event, April 14-15, more than $2 million was raised to help UW-Madison remain a world-class educational institution. Gifts
Brown County: Cancels tornado drill for 2026
(Brown County, Wis.) – In accordance with the State of Wisconsin canceling its tornado drills, Brown County Emergency Management is canceling its annual tornado drills scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, due to this week’s severe weather events in several
Dept. of Justice: Coalition of states win trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (WI DOJ) and a coalition of 33 other states today won their lawsuit against Live Nation after a jury found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated federal and state antitrust laws by