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MADISON, Wis.– Wisconsin’s licensed cherry growers are invited to submit their votes through June 15, 2026, to elect one new member to the five-member Wisconsin Cherry Board. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) administers the election

Defying nationwide trends, Milwaukee County has seen a 75% decrease in homelessness in the past 10 years MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are proposing reallocating $2.5 million in federal HOME funds

1 in 4 providers say they are likely to close or significantly reduce services; tuition increases of $1,300–$2,600 per child annually expected without sustained state investment FITCHBURG, Wis. — Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) recently released After the Bridge: The High

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #296 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Mon., May 25, 2026, as the state and nation recognize Memorial Day to honor

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #295 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 23, 2026, as a mark of respect for the emergency medical services (EMS)

MADISON – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard today delivered the first-ever State of the County Address in Dane County history, outlining the administration’s accomplishments over the past year and sharing a strategic vision for the future focused on environmental leadership,

TOWN OF UNION, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the Town of Union in Eau Claire County, Wis. on the morning of Monday, May

MADISON, Wis. — While voters in the third congressional district spend most days worrying about the cost of gas and groceries, new reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner highlights Derrick Van Orden’s history of prioritizing violent rhetoric over listening to his constituents. Van Orden has

Fond du Lac, WI — Marty Ryan announced today that he has successfully filed nomination papers with the Wisconsin Elections Commission to appear on the ballot for Wisconsin’s 60th Assembly District as a Republican, submitting the maximum 400 signatures allowed

MADISON, Wis. — Following the dismissal of the Department of Justice’s request for access to Wisconsin’s unredacted voter rolls and voters’ private information, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Wisconsinites are now safe from having their

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss proposed improvements on I-39 from US 51 to County V in Madison, Dane County. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 5:00 p.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Earlier this month, Derrick Van Orden attended a roundtable discussion with VA Secretary Doug Collins to try to hide behind his record of failing veterans. At the event, Van Orden stood by as Collins attempted to deceive veterans

Court Blocks Unlawful Federal Access to Private Wisconsin Voter Information in United States v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, Forward Latino, Common Cause, and Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, Inc. applauds today’s ruling in United States of

Last year, Trump Admin cut 2,000 research grants for cancer, ALS, Alzheimer’s disease and more WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), ranking member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education questioned National Institutes for

MADISON, Wis. – WisconsinEye President & CEO Jon Henkes joined WORT FM News Producer Faye Parks to explain how state lawmakers and private donors can help the network stay afloat. “We are still optimistic and hopeful that the legislature will

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted statewide voter file MADISON, Wis. —  In a major victory for voters, a federal court has dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit — an unprecedented overreach into state election administration — seeking to force

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted statewide voter file MADISON, Wis. —  In a major victory for voters, a federal court has dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit — an unprecedented overreach into state election administration — seeking to force Wisconsin to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Memorial Day weekend to avoid long lines and enjoy more time outside on Wisconsin’s public lands.  Wisconsin is home to 50 state parks, 15

MILWAUKEE — Confirmed antisemitic incidents in Wisconsin surged to 174 in 2025, an 83% increase from 2024 to 2025, according to the 2025 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents released today by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Milwaukee Jewish Federation.  This sharp increase

KING, Wis.—The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will hold a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25, at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King, WI. Our annual Memorial Day ceremony takes important time to remember the service