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(MILWAUKEE, WI) — Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement on the passing of former Wisconsin State Assembly Representative Fred Kessler: It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of former Wisconsin state

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in recognition of Veterans Day this week, celebrated Wisconsin’s 300,000 veterans and their families and honored the holiday with a video message thanking them for their service and sacrifice and reaffirming his commitment to

MADISON — The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy today issued a strong critique of Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) following the release of the 2023 Annual Report from the DOJ’s Division of Forensic

Contact:  Riley Vetterkind, riley.vetterkind@wi.gov MADISON – All 72 of Wisconsin’s counties have posted their complete, unofficial results on their websites and now election officials at the municipal, county, and state levels are conducting the certification process, a weeks-long review stage that

MADISON, WI — Today the Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) issued permits that Canadian oil giant Enbridge, Inc. needs to build an oil pipeline across some of our state’s most treasured natural areas. The proposed route, which crosses 186

Madison, WI – Despite overwhelming public opposition, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today approved permits for Canadian oil giant Enbridge to reroute its Line 5 pipeline around and upstream of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Reservation, where

Madison, WI—Today, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) granted Canadian oil giant Enbridge Energy permits for its controversial plan to construct a new segment of its Line 5 oil pipeline in northern Wisconsin.   The 70-year-old pipeline currently cuts across

MADISON, Wis. – After careful consideration of applicable state laws, all input received and the administrative record, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced its decision to issue an individual wetland and waterway permit with conditions and convey coverage under the department’s

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Hello, my name is Senator Mary Felzkowski. Last week, my Senate GOP colleagues elected me to the role of Senate President for the upcoming legislative session. The senators in our caucus represent 18 vastly different areas of the state, but

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers invite the public to contribute ornaments for this year’s “Tribute to Our Troops” holiday tree at the Executive Residence. “The ‘Tribute to Our Troops’ tree is a tradition Kathy and

On November 5, 2024, the American people delivered a decisive message. The election of Donald J. Trump, winning both the popular vote and the electoral college, including every swing state, alongside a Senate majority and a pending House lead, was

Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here.   This Veterans Day—and every day—we’re proud to honor the over 300,000 veterans who call our state home. Veterans have given so much in service to our country, and, as a state, I believe it’s our duty

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) are putting the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on notice to preserve all records related to Special Counsel Jack Smith’s criminal investigations

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced Wisconsin achieved a new record high for employment during October 2024, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The new record

SUPERIOR — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proposed creating a new grant program that provides grant funding to Wisconsin schools for the purpose of upgrading water fountains to control for lead and other contaminants. Dr. Underly’s announcement came during

MADISON, Wis. – The Office of the Wisconsin State Public Defender (SPD) presented awards at its annual conference to honor staff, private attorneys, and partner organizations that have provided exceptional service and demonstrated a dedication to the mission of SPD.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Crossroads at Big Creek has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The grant will assist with purchasing 15 acres of land in the city

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has launched an innovative new online tool for people working in overdose spike response, substance use prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery. The Wisconsin Suspected Overdose Alerts for Rapid Response (WiSOARR) system will

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Mukwonago has applied for a 50% matching grant as part of the Urban Green Space subprogram of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The grant will assist with purchasing