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MADISON–Last week Wisconsin State Legislative Democrats introduced the “Build a Stronger Wisconsin” bill package–a package of labor-focused bills that support Wisconsin workers. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement: “Workers keep Wisconsin going–it’s our job as legislators to fight

MADISON, Wis. – Five individuals were honored by the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) for their excellence in banking, community service, and civic involvement. A celebration was held on Friday, September 5 at the WBA headquarters in Madison, where a Leaders

MADISON, Wis. – As students across Wisconsin head back to school, Attorney General Josh Kaul is visiting communities across the state to raise awareness of ways the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) works to protect kids in a digital world.

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Baldwin presses Transportation Secretary Duffy to enforce law that closes loophole allowing infrastructure projects to skirt Buy America rules WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Trump Administration to enforce Buy America laws for highway construction by

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), today is celebrating College Savings Month by encouraging Wisconsinites to start or boost their college savings through the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program. Gov. Evers proclaimed September as

Addressing rising rates of suicide and overdoses in our communities West Bend, WI – Suicide is a serious public health issue with far-reaching consequences for individuals, families, and communities. Loneliness and isolation can be profound threats to well-being. From 2021 to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages media to use these video and image assets in any media coverage for the upcoming 2025 deer hunting season. Please credit all assets to Wisconsin DNR. Hunters have their first chance to

Wisconsin Historical Society announces fall 2025 events, where unique Wisconsin stories, personal artifacts, true crime walking tours and the history of farming come to life MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society’s History Maker Space in downtown Madison is hosting

Residents impacted by August flooding encouraged to stop by for information and help (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Waukesha County, in partnership with local agencies, will open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) at the Waukesha County Expo Center to support residents impacted

If approved, Wisconsin BEAD Program expected to help expand high-speed internet access to over 174,000 locations statewide MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced another major milestone in the state’s efforts to

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) introduced the Local Wage Act. The proposed legislation includes two bills to repeal state statutes that currently preempt local communities from establishing minimum wage and paid family and medical leave policies. LRB-0042 and

MADISON – Today, the 7th Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals granted the DNR’s request for a stay of the EPA’s final rule classifying Southeast Wisconsin and Sheboygan counties as “Serious” nonattainment areas under the 2015 ozone standard. WMC

Smith’s dual degrees in management, operations, in-field experience readied her for role helping students become industry ready Menomonie, Wis. – With more than 30 years of field experience and two degrees from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Zhawaanukwe Jodee Smith is leading

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the dates for fall open houses at two fish spawning facilities and two fish hatcheries. Over the coming weeks, the DNR will host open houses at the Governor Tommy G.

Wisconsin — The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) will host its second statewide Virtual Town Hall on Tuesday, September 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM Central Time, offering party members and the general public a chance to engage directly with LPWI’s

PASCO, WA. — Endeavor PAC is proud to announce its endorsement of Derrick Van Orden for re-election in Wisconsin’s 3rd District.  Tiffany Smiley, Founder of Endeavor PAC, said: “We are proud to support Derrick Van Orden, a battle-tested Navy SEAL who has

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition (DVC) is excited to announce September 8-12, 2025, has officially been proclaimed National Disability Voting Rights Week in Wisconsin. Disability Voting Rights Week is a national, nonpartisan initiative to build the power of the disability

Sports fans in Wisconsin have reported their season tickets being stolen by scammers. These scammers access a season ticket holder’s account, fraudulently transfer the tickets to another account, and leave the rightful owner with no sign of the theft until

Madison, WI — Today, Collin McNamara officially announced his candidacy for Wisconsin’s Secretary of State. A UW-Stevens Point alum who grew up in Iola, Wisconsin, McNamara has been an active member of the Portage and Waupaca County Democratic Parties and