UW-Madison: Wisconsin business leaders and UW-Madison push for new engineering building with latest campaign
MADISON — The University of Wisconsin–Madison, in partnership with business leaders and allies across the state, has launched a new campaign urging legislators to advance a new College of Engineering building. The new, state-of-the-art building promises to significantly boost engineering enrollment,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for Adams County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Sand Valley Trail and Overlook Hill Road project in Adams County. Incidental
Gov. Evers: Launches new $50 million non-state grant program supporting statewide community development
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today launched the new Non-State Grant Program to support local infrastructure improvement and community development projects in communities across the state. This program was established as part of the 2023-25 biennial budget, 2023 Wisconsin Act 19, with a $50 million
Universities of Wisconsin: Unveil $32 million workforce proposal
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today unveiled a $32 million proposal to develop more engineers, nurses, data scientists, and business and finance leaders. The effort would continue the Universities’ ongoing emphasis on meeting workforce needs. The proposal comes in response
Dane County: Local youth to convene around climate action
The Dane County Youth Environmental Committee, in partnership with the Dane County Office of Energy and Climate, United Nations Association of Dane County, and 10001ways.com, will host the third annual youth climate conference, titled “Find Your Voice: Take Back Your Future”
Rep. Brandtjen: Vos continues to protect WEC Administrator Wolfe
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) released the following statement regarding Speaker Vos’ latest attempt at protecting Meagan Wolfe: “Last week, Speaker Vos continued his support for WEC Administrator Meagan Wolfe by asserting the need to adhere to
Dept. of Natural Resources: Hunters encouraged to participate in the DNR’s Deer Donation Program
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters to donate Wisconsin-harvested deer through the DNR’s Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries for the upcoming holiday season and supports residents in need throughout the state.
A Better Wisconsin Together: On Election Hero Day, hear directly from a local Wisconsin poll worker in video
MADISON, Wis. — Election Hero Day is an important moment to recognize every person who makes our elections possible, and all they do to protect our freedom to vote. “These election heroes are our friends, our family, and our neighbors,” said
Friends of Sauk Creek: Hundreds of West Side neighbors to oppose massive tree loss at city meeting today
MADISON, WI—Hundreds of neighbors from four West Side neighborhoods plan to bring signs and petitions to a sold-out meeting Nov. 6 (Monday) called by the City Engineering Division about reconstruction of the mile-long Sauk Creek that could remove the majority of the 26-acre area’s
Cabrera campaign: I am a pro-choice LGBT leader, and I am proud of my advocacy for immigrants and women
Milwaukee, WI — With a growing list of endorsements, Rep. Marisabel Cabrera’s campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Branch 43 has been working to visit all 19 area municipalities to speak one-on-one with voters. Today the campaign released the following
Milwaukee Anti-War Committee: Urgent rally to demand U.S. Sen. Baldwin call for ceasefire now and end U.S. aid to Israel
–November 6, 2023 Madison, WI. Peace and justice groups from Milwaukee and Madison are rallying today at 3:30pm in Madison at the intersection of South Butler Street and King Street to demand that Senator Tammy Baldwin call for an immediate ceasefire
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins colleagues with statement regarding humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined over a dozen of her colleagues in releasing the following statement: “The tragic war in Gaza, initiated by Hamas terrorist attacks on innocent civilians on October 7, is causing heartbreaking suffering among
WisDems: Bank owner Eric Hovde’s luxurious Laguna Beach lifestyle
MADISON, Wis. — As the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and Senator Tammy Baldwin launch their historic, statewide ‘One Year To Win’ tour ahead of the 2024 election, the Republicans’ top recruit in the Senate race next year, Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach), spent the week
Healthy Climate Wisconsin: Commends the Public Service Commission rate case decision on net metering
Madison, WI – Today the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) voted to deny Madison Gas and Electric’s (MGE) net metering proposal. It also approved a smaller rate increase than the utility’s original request. Commissioners highlighted substantial public input, which called
DNC: IN THE STATES: Bidenomics continues to strengthen the economy, despite MAGA extremism
On Wednesday, President Biden kicked off his “Investing in Rural America” tour with a stop at a family farm in Northfield, Minnesota, where he announced new investments for rural communities across the country. In Minnesota: KEYC: President Biden visits Minnesota for
CUB WI: PSC trims rate hike, signals concern on customer affordability
MADISON – Utility regulators voted Friday to reduce the size of Madison Gas & Electric’s rate increase for customers and take a small but important step to trim the utility’s high profits. CUB’s regulatory team put a spotlight on affordability,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Fall is prime time for muskies
With temperatures falling, muskies are looking for an easy meal to help them increase their winter energy reserves. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR We’re not just dreaming of that 30-point buck, we’ve also got muskies on the brain! Fall is
Dept. of Revenue: Free tax assistance programs need volunteers for 2024 tax season
Wisconsin’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs are ramping up for the 2024 tax season and they need volunteers. Whether you are a student, retiree or anyone looking to serve your community, the
USDA NASS: Wisconsin dairy products
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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: On Kurt Campbell’s nomination to Deputy Sec. of State
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, today released the statement below on Kurt Campbell’s nomination to Deputy Secretary of State. “I welcome President Biden’s nomination of Kurt Campbell to