UW–Eau Claire: ‘Beyond the Gaze’ art exhibition on view Jan. 31-March 5
The Foster Gallery at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire soon will host a unique exhibition examining the way disability is represented in the visual arts. “Beyond the Gaze: Representing Disability in Contemporary Art,” curated by UW-Eau Claire student Josh Deutschlander
Fox World Travel: Raises awareness about signs of human trafficking ahead of major travel event and a busy travel season
OSHKOSH, Wis. (Jan. 9, 2025) — Fox World Travel, a leading travel management company and recognized advocate for anti-trafficking through Protect All Children from Trafficking (PACT), is taking proactive steps to raise awareness about human trafficking ahead of the 2025 football draft, anticipated to be one of
Wisconsin Better Business Bureau: Scam alert: Garage door repair scams
Milwaukee, Wis. – Unfortunately, garage door repair scams are common and can leave homeowners to be taken advantage of. BBB Scam Tracker has numerous reports of unscrupulous emergency garage door repair companies who take advantage of homeowners needing repair services. These companies target homeowners by
Dept. of Health Services: Provides update on distribution of latest opioid settlement funds
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) awarded agencies in communities across the state more than $21 million from the state’s latest share of opioid settlement funds from October through December of 2025, the largest amount awarded in a quarterly
Dept. of Natural Resources: Now accepting entries for 2026 state park and forest 12-month vehicle admission pass
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries from high school students for the 2026 12-month Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission pass. The annual DNR-sponsored design contest is open to all high
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Delivers $25 million to improve road safety along National Avenue in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she successfully delivered $25 million in federal funding to make necessary safety improvements along National Avenue in Milwaukee. Per the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), the National Avenue corridor is identified as part of
EMILYs List: Endorses Judge Susan Crawford for Wisconsin State Supreme Court
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, endorsed Judge Susan Crawford for the Wisconsin state Supreme Court. Since the fall of Roe v. Wade, the battle to protect abortion access across the nation has
Institute for Reforming Government: In case you missed it: Growing opposition to Wisconsin’s lowered test score standards
Delafield, Wis. – In case you missed it, opposition to Wisconsin’s recently lowered test score standards is growing, with legislators and Gov. Tony Evers harshly criticizing the move. Speaker Robin Vos recently expressed interest in prioritizing legislation to address the changes to standards. The Institute
American Red Cross of Wisconsin: Welcomes new regional chief development officer
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (Jan. 9, 2025) – The American Red Cross of Wisconsin is pleased to announce that Melinda Lanham has been named Regional Chief Development Officer. In this role, Melinda will work with external partners – including local businesses and business leaders,
Sen. Felzkowski: Presides over passage of voter ID constitutional amendment
Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement after the passage of SJR 2, a constitutional amendment to make Voter ID permanent in Wisconsin, on the Senate floor today: “Showing an ID to vote is common sense
Wisconsin Elections Commission: Gears up to approve spring candidates
MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission is gearing up for a Jan. 14 meeting where commissioners will review the sufficiency of submitted candidate materials to determine whether state-level candidates will be placed on the ballot for the Spring Primary and/or
Rep. August: Assembly Republicans announce voter ID constitutional amendment
MADISON…Today, Assembly Republicans unveiled their plan to move forward with amending the state’s Constitution to require photo ID when voting. The resolutions have officially been introduced in the new 2025 session and are moving through the legislative process. Representative Tyler
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: To continue fighting for farmers, veterans in the 119th Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement on retaining his positions on the House Agriculture Committee and the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for the 119th Congress: “As long as I remain in Congress, I will
Crawford campaign: Outraises extremist Brad Schimel; announces historic $2.8 million raised
Contact: press@crawfordforwi.com Crawford’s grassroots campaign will report raising more than any Wisconsin Supreme Court campaign in history MADISON, Wis. – Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced raising more than $2.8 million since entering the race in June
Protect Our Care: Record 306,470 Wisconsinites enrolled in affordable ACA plans, thanks to enhanced premium tax credits
WISCONSIN — Today, the Department of Health and Human Services announced that a record 306,470 Wisconsinites and 23.5 million Americans nationwide have already signed up for 2025 health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces. Thanks to the Inflation
Schimel campaign: ICYMI: Brad Schimel in The Washington Times: “Judicial branch cannot have a political agenda”
“Freedom is precious, but it is also fragile and must be protected. “Our freedoms are based on a constitutional structure that will survive only if officials in all branches of our government act with integrity and respect the constitutional limitations
Wright campaign: Seeks answers about Underly financial mismanagement at state schools agency via new open records request submitted
MADISON-Is incumbent Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Jill Underly hiding a millions-dollar structural deficit, a hiring freeze and potential layoffs from the public and Legislature going into her re-election campaign? Are her political operatives involved in an ongoing coverup of
Sen. Wimberger: Votes to protect election security
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) released the following statement after voting in favor of Senate Joint Resolution 2, an initiative to place a question on the spring ballot enshrining voter ID requirements in the Wisconsin State Constitution, during Wednesday’s
Rep. Vining: Republicans immediately eclipse bright new democracy
MADISON–Assembly Republican leadership recently announced the committee makeup for the 2025-2026 legislative session. While Democratic representation increased in the state legislature, Republican leadership reduced Democratic seats on committees. In response to Wisconsinites losing committee seats, Rep. Vining released the following statement: “In the absence
Rep. Steffen: Joins Assembly Republicans in announcing voter ID constitutional amendment
Howard, WI—Today, State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) joined fellow Assembly Republicans at a press conference regarding plans to pass a constitutional amendment requiring voter ID in Wisconsin elections. This is the second consideration of such a constitutional amendment and is