Dept. of Natural Resources: Take action on invasive species this June
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take simple precautions to avoid spreading invasive species in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long. Invasive species are nonnative plants, animals and diseases
WAFCA: May is Mental Health Month: WAFCA urges legislative support for youth mental health
In a joint convening of the Assembly and Senate Committees on Mental Health this week, WAFCA emphasized the importance of continuing to improve our care for children and youth, especially those with complex needs, by supporting a robust continuum of
City of Milwaukee: False statement continues to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment
Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions report sound first-quarter financial performance
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions reported sound financial performance through the first quarter of 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of March 31, 2025, there were 102 state-chartered credit unions,
WisDems: Ron Johnson says watching building #7 collapse as result of 9/11 terrorist attack is “Cool to Watch”
MADISON, Wis. — In a surreal interview with Tucker Carlson, Wisconsin US Senator Ron Johnson, who has spent the past month spouting off debunked conspiracy theories about the 9/11 terrorist attacks, is now saying that it’s “cool to watch” video of buildings,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Holds Trump accountable for unlawfully dismantling Minority Business Development Agency
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in demanding the Trump Administration detail its compliance with a May 13 federal court injunction that ordered it to stop the illegal dismantling of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
Rep. Clancy: Decries removal of Yessenia Ruano by ICE
MILWAUKEE, Wis. -This morning, Representative Ryan Clancy (D-19), attended an action in protest of the deportation order for Milwaukee mother, Yessenia Ruano, at US Citizen and Immigration Services’ offices in Milwaukee. Yessenia has been in the United States for 14
Gov. Evers: Raises Pride Flag over Wisconsin State Capitol building in celebration of Pride Month
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #264, ordering that the Progress Pride Flag be raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol during the month of June in celebration of Pride Month. June is recognized as Pride Month in
Sen. Stafsholt, Rep. Moses: Bill to establish dairy innovation loan program
Madison – Representative Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) and Senator Rob Stafsholt (R-New Richmond) released a bill to establish a dairy farm innovation program for small to medium sized family farms. “Farmers are the backbone of Wisconsin’s Agriculture Industry,” said Representative Moses.
Dept. of Veteran Affairs: Wisconsin Veterans Museum leads a 250th birthday celebration for the U.S. Army on June 13 and 14.
MADISON, May 29, 2025 — Join the Wisconsin Veterans Museum on June 13 and 14 as we celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday. Mark this milestone and honor the true spirit of our American warriors through their service, sacrifice, and achievement in
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks report sound first-quarter financial performance
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through the first quarter of 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of March 31, 2025, there were 117 state-chartered commercial banks serving
Bryce campaign: Apologizes for suggesting Rep. Byan Steil held a town hall
CALEDONIA, Wis.- Following is the statement of Army veteran, cancer survivor, former Ironworker and candidate for the First Congressional District Randy Bryce following an errant statement by his campaign that suggested Rep. Bryan Steil was conducting town halls in his
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Slams Trump Administrations’ cuts to vital job training program for Wisconsin workers, businesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health, and Human Services, released the following statement after the Trump Administration announced it is cutting funding for Job Corps and closing centers nationwide, including in
Rep. Spaude: Bipartisan Brown County legislators introduce budget motion for critical courts funding
Green Bay, Wis. — On Tuesday, May 27th, bipartisan state lawmakers from Brown County introduced a budget motion to encourage critical investment in the county circuit court. After the announcement, Senator Jamie Wall (D-Green Bay) and Rep. Ryan Spaude (D-Ashwaubenon),
Universities of Wisconsin: 2025-2026 Wisconsin teaching fellows & scholars announced
MADISON, Wis.— Today, the Universities of Wisconsin announced the selection of the 2025–2026 Wisconsin Teaching Fellows & Scholars. This year’s Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (WTFS) participants include 21 faculty and instructors from the Universities of Wisconsin’s 11 comprehensive universities,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Highlights importance of maintaining safe dams
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of maintaining safe dams for National Dam Safety Awareness Day on May 31. Dams are an essential part of the infrastructure in the United States, with over 90,000
Rep. Doyle: Thanks Department of Transportation for reworking highway 35 plan
This week the Department of Transportation notified legislators and local government officials of their plan to move forward with an alternative construction plan for replacing bridges on Highway 35 between Holmen and Trempealeau. Representative Doyle had the following to say:
Gov. Evers: Kicks off June Dairy Month celebrating Wisconsin’s dairy industry and proud dairy heritage
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today kicked off June Dairy Month by celebrating and highlighting Wisconsin’s dairy industry, farmers and producers, and the state’s proud dairy heritage in his weekly radio address. Gov. Evers will be visiting with dairy farmers, processors, producers, and local community
Forward Latino: Condemns false DHS statement alleging presidential threat
Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin and with affiliates and members in twenty- nine states condemns the false statement issued by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Wood County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Wood County Circuit Court – Branch 3. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Todd P. Wolf’s retirement, effective July 11, 2025. The new judge