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Prepare for the Wisconsin waterfowl seasons opening soon. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of the regular goose and duck hunting seasons in September. Regular Goose Season The regular goose

Grants to help meet demand for skilled drivers by offsetting costs of obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License   MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced that the latest round of applications for DWD’s

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us WHAT: The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) State Fire Marshal’s Office, in partnership with Mid-State Technical College and the Stevens Point Fire Department, is conducting the fifth annual certification class for Basic Fire Investigation in Stevens

GERMANTOWN — Conservative Washington County judicial candidate Grant Scaife today announced the Milwaukee Police Association has endorsed his campaign for Circuit Court Judge Branch 2. In addition to the MPA, Scaife has been endorsed by Washington Co. Executive Josh Schoemann, Washington

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Randy Susen Nursing Home Visitation Rights Act to ensure nursing home residents can never again be denied visits from their loved ones in times of crisis. Grothman worked on this legislation with Shirley

Wisconsin DNR’s Delay of Action is Harming Milwaukee’s Kids Milwaukee, WI – Lead-Safe Schools MKE is calling on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to take immediate regulatory action in response to lead-contaminated soil at Golda Meir Lower Campus, where

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has received an award from the National Science Foundation under a program called “Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development” (GRANTED). The $1.6 million grant will support a four-year collaboration with UW Oshkosh aimed

Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration and every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging federal leadership to support reauthorizing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Res… Please log in

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Fair and Accountable IRS Reviews Act to protect taxpayers and restore integrity to the IRS penalty process by requiring that all proposed penalties be reviewed and approved by the issuing employee’s immediate supervisor

MADISON, Wis. – Today, on the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, the state announces the formation of the Wisconsin Hispanic Legislative Caucus, a newly established coalition of Latino state lawmakers including Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee), Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green

After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed

Washington, D.C. – Today, Protect Our Care is releasing a new report detailing the Republican war on the American health care system as they threaten a government shutdown so that they can end health insurance tax credits for working people and

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced legislation that prohibits federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The introduction of this legislation comes after multiple accounts of individuals making

MADISON – The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy expresses deep concern over Wisconsin’s troubling performance in the recently-released 2025 Meyers Report – Elections Rules Review – International Voting Survey. The report, which assesses election integrity and administrative practices across states and

With the Long-Time Support and Endorsement of New Politics, AmeriCorps Alumni James Talarico and David Crowley Launch Historic Statewide Campaigns  WASHINGTON D.C. (September 15, 2025) — New Politics, an organization that recruits, develops, and elects leaders across the political spectrum with

Pumpkin carving, apple pressing, horse-drawn fall color wagon rides and more seasonal traditions await during this weekend of family-friendly fun GREENBUSH, Wis. – Revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of fall at Wade House’s annual Autumn Celebration weekend, returning

Wausau, WI – Today, State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome)—joined by JD Smith Head of Business Development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate—introduced proposals to allow community solar programs in

When his D.C. party bosses say “jump,” Derrick Van Orden asks “how high.” An opinion piece from the president of the Western Wisconsin Building Trades is exposing Van Orden’s vote to gut energy tax credits so he could give tax breaks

Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, in a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urged bipartisan opposition to President Donald Trump’s proposed FY26&n… Please