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MADISON, Wis. — Tim Michels remains silent on Governor Evers’ proposal that would create a pathway through voter referenda to repeal the archaic and restrictive 1849 ban on abortion, scheduled for tomorrow’s Special Session.  Despite overwhelming opposition to the restrictions on abortion even

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin physicians today urged legislators to support efforts that would let voters decide in a referendum to repeal the state’s pre-Civil War-era criminal abortion ban. Gov. Tony Evers has asked the Wisconsin Legislature to hold a special

Chippewa Falls, WI –  As Color Season sweeps across the state this October, Wisconsin Women in Conservation (WiWiC) is offering free “Harvest Your Conservation Potential” Learning Circles at inspiring venues with great views. All women farmers, landowners and conservationists are

MADISON, Wis. – Heidi Conrad, an experienced fiscal strategy leader devoted to education and health care, will become the next chief financial officer of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.            

Today, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi introduced his 2023 budget proposal at Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, where he laid out Dane County’s plans to prioritize investments in life’s basic needs, housing, mental health supports, restorative justice, conservation initiatives,

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced the next cycle of funding from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) will provide more than $235 million for more than 150 local road and bridge projects in 66

West Bend, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld toured the West Bend Riverwalk project and downtown businesses as part of a visit to highlight state investments. Governor Tony Evers made a combined $5.1 million investment in small

BARABOO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announces that the City of Baraboo 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

Eagle, WI – Take a moonlight stroll around Old World Wisconsin and experience eerie tales as they come to life at Legends & Lore this fall. The family-friendly experience will return to Old World Wisconsin for four nights this year:

Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R- Menomonee Falls) applauds a ruling from the Waukesha County Circuit Court stating that guidance must come from the Wisconsin Elections Commission by a 4 -2 vote, and any guidance from Meagan Wolfe or

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – celebrates each October as Manufacturing Month and the first Friday of the month as Manufacturing Day.  Throughout October, WMC, its members and partners, and communities throughout

We at the City of Madison are saddened to learn of Mike May’s passing. Mike May had a great impact on the Madison community as a lawyer and during his long tenure as City Attorney. Mike was appointed City Attorney

MADISON – Ten days after Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) demanded that the Department of Corrections hand over records that were initially sought in May, Governor Evers’ Administration has provided one of the four documents requested. The latest stonewalling is obvious

Everyone is a pedestrian, whether commuting to the bus stop, entering or exiting a building, or just out for a walk. There are many benefits of walking, but pedestrians can be vulnerable on the roads. An average of 53 pedestrians

Austin, TX — Today, NextGen PAC launched a new digital ad campaign to motivate young progressives to vote in the November midterm elections. The ads include a video series and static ad titled “Thanks to You” and “Our Choice.” The ads

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Budget proposal will include an eight percent increase for shared revenue over the biennium, additional $10 million for EMS, police, and fire Governor directs federal funds to support Wisconsin State Patrol and campus police departments, commits to additional positions

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – presented Rep. Amy Loudenbeck with a Working for Wisconsin Award. Rep. Loudenbeck was honored for her work during the most recent legislative session. The