U.S. Attorney Schimel: California man sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and money laundering conspiracy
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on February 10, 2026, Joathan Colula (age: 33) was sentenced to 228 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and for conspiracy to commit
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Praises governor’s pardon for Green Bay mother Samantha Hampton
GREEN BAY — State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) today praised Governor Tony Evers for granting a full pardon to Green Bay mother Samantha Hampton, calling it “a powerful reminder that government can be a force for good.” Rep. Rivera-Wagner submitted
Gov. Evers: Releases 2026 State of the State Address excerpts
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, set to deliver his eighth and final State of the State address tonight, today released excerpts from his 2026 State of the State address. The governor will deliver his State of the State address tonight, Tues.,
Dept. of Natural Resources: 2026 Public Access Lands Atlas now available
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2026 Public Access Lands Atlas is now available for purchase. From state natural areas to state trails, lakeshores to rivers, Wisconsin has a wealth of public lands for
Rep. Vining: We must pass postpartum Medicaid expansion–NOW.
MADISON – Today Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) spoke at a press conference ahead of the February 17th Assembly floor session, calling for the passage of postpartum Medicaid expansion. Assembly Democrats also called on Assembly Republicans to focus on issues that
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Rural Development provides funding for sewer system upgrades in Gillett
(Stevens Point, Wis., February 17, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson today announced that Rural Development is providing the city of Gillett with a $994,000 loan for sewer system upgrades. “This investment towards
Jones campaign: Madison Teachers Union endorses Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1
MADISON — Madison Teachers Inc. (MTI), representing thousands of educators and public school professionals in the Madison area, announced its endorsement of Judge Ben Jones for a full term on the Dane County Circuit Court. MTI becomes the first labor
Tiffany campaign: Announces statewide ad buy to end utility sticker shock and lower costs
WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor, today announced a statewide digital and streaming ad focused on lowering utility costs as Wisconsin families face skyrocketing bills. Since 2019, Governor Evers’ appointees for the Public Service Commission (PSC) have approved $2.2
Wisconsin Environmental Health Network: To host health & environment conference at University of Wisconsin Madison Arboretum
MADISON, WI — Community members, health professionals, students, policymakers, and scientists will gather March 5–6 for the annual conference, hosted by the Wisconsin Environmental Health Network (WEHN). Held at the University of Wisconsin Madison Arboretum, the event will explore how environmental conditions, from toxic
Dept. of Natural Resources: Learn about fisheries management in the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds fish enthusiasts of the fisheries management meeting set to occur online on Thursday, Feb. 19 to discuss the fisheries in the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage. For the past century, the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage
UW-Madison: Morgridge Hall opens: A transformative model for interdisciplinary research, sustainability, and human-centered design
Kahler Slater and LMN proudly announce the completion of Morgridge Hall at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. This landmark facility ushers in a new era for interdisciplinary research and education, serving as the new home for the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences
Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health: Highlighting middle school mental health
The middle school years, generally ages 10-14, are a time of profound physical, cognitive, emotional, and social change. This amount of change is second only to the amount that happens in infancy. Known as tweens (between childhood and teenage years), this group
Acts Housing: Awarded $1 million in federal funding to increase supply of affordable housing
Funding Secured by US Senator Tammy Baldwin as Part of Recently Passed Bipartisan Government Funding Bill Milwaukee, February 17, 2025 –Nonprofit Acts Housing has been awarded $1,000,000 in federal funding, secured by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (Wisconsin), as part of the recently
National Federation of Independent Business: Tax relief compromise delivers relief for WI small businesses
NFIB urges Governor Evers to accept proposal from legislative leaders MADISON, WI (February 17, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s leading voice for small business, announced strong support today for a tax relief package proposed by legislative
Dept. of Natural Resources: Celebrates 75 years Of State Natural Areas
MADISON, Wis. – This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program, the oldest and largest of its kind in the country. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with over 60 partners, cares for nearly 700
Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin: To host legislative education event on February 18, 2026
Madison, Wisconsin. Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin will host Together We Can Light the Path on February 18, 2026, from 10 am to 11 am in the North Hearing Room at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event will bring together
Karas campaign: Files year-end campaign finance report, calls Secretary of State race a breakthrough opportunity for voters ready to challenge the two-party system
Madison, WI — Pete Karas, Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, has filed his year-end campaign finance report, announcing $30,495 raised in cash donations during the current election cycle—a strong showing for a third-party candidate powered by grassroots donors
UW-Madison: Music Hall to be renamed Herb Kohl Hall, will serve as future home of La Follette School
With a gift honoring Sen. Herb Kohl’s legacy, Music Hall to be renamed and serve as future home of La Follette School The gift from Herb Kohl Philanthropies, totaling $30 million, dedicates $10 million to support ongoing programming and $20
Rep. Taylor: To host ReEntry Unblemished as part of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Black History Month programming
MILWAUKEE – On Monday, February 23, 2026, Representative Taylor, Vice Chair of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus, will host ReEntry Unblemished – Policy Focused Edition as part of the caucus’ month-long Black History Month events. The program will take place
Opportunity Wisconsin: Constituents deliver Valentine’s Day cards to Reps. Steil and Van Orden, calling on them to reverse Medicaid cuts
KENOSHA AND EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – In case you missed it, last week constituents delivered nearly 200 Valentine’s Day cards to Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden calling on them to reverse their votes for devastating cuts to Medicaid.