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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the City of Madison, Dane County, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Monday, December 30, 2024. At

MADISON – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) announced the following committee assignments for members of the Senate Democratic Caucus: 2025-26 Senate Standing Committees: Senate Committee on Agriculture & Revenue Senator Brad Pfaff (Ranking) Senator Mark Spreitzer Senator Sarah

Madison, WI – Today, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) was appointed to serve on the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue, the Senate Committee on Universities and Technical Colleges, and the Joint Survey Committee on Tax Exemptions. Senator Pfaff was also

It is with great sadness that I and my fellow Americans honor President Jimmy Carter on the occasion of his death. However, it is with great joy that we treasure Jimmy Carter’s accomplishments as President of the United States and

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MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for November 2024. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a virtual public hearing on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 5 p.m. to provide members of the public a formal comment opportunity on the draft rule that would change portions

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address reflecting on his and the Evers Administration’s work over the past year to serve Wisconsinites in every corner of the state and highlighted his administration’s 2024 accomplishments as the

“Ben has what Democrats need right now—proven results—and that’s why I’m backing Ben.” “I have said since the day after the election that Democrats should view this moment as a challenge. We must listen to the American people, learn from

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), today kicked off 2025 and the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System. The DNR today hosted the First Day Hike, which took place at

The Milwaukee LGBT Community Center is pleased to announce and welcome the Center’s new full-time Executive Director, Ritchie T. Martin, Jr. With more than 20 years of experience in the Public Health and Human Services non-profit sector, Ritchie brings a

MILWAUKEE – As the New Year approaches, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is reflecting on the successes, challenges, and opportunities of 2024. In April, County Executive Crowley was re-elected to a second term with 85% of the vote. Since then, Crowley

WASHINGTON – On Sunday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Bret Weinstein on the DarkHorse Podcast to address the corruption and capture of our federal health agencies. They discussed RFK Jr.’s nomination for HHS Secretary and what he can do in the upcoming Trump

WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI) was named Chairman of the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust for the 119th Congress by Judiciary Committee Chairman, Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH). “I am honored by Chairman Jordan’s decision

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved critical incident investigation in the City of Madison, Dane County, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Monday, December 30, 2024.

CONTACT: execmedia@danecounty.govor 608-800-1127 MADISON – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard released the following statement regarding the passing of former President Jimmy Carter who passed away yesterday at the age of 100. “President Jimmy Carter exemplified the true essence of servant leadership.

Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to join the DNR at one of several First Day Hikes scheduled at state properties on New Year’s Day. Participating in a First Day Hike

For more information contact:Rep. Chuck Wichgers – (608) 237-9182 Madison – State Representative Chuck Wichgers announced Monday that Janel Brandtjen will be coming on as a new staff member in his office for the 107th legislative session beginning January 6th.

Contact: Chavonne Ludick  Janesville, WI (December 30, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced the nomination of twelve high school students from Wisconsin’s First District for appointments to attend U.S. Military Service Academies. “Each year we have exceptional students apply for a

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #249 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff in honor of the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who