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Madison, Wis. – Earlier today, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee), the Assistant Democratic Leader held a press conference at the YMCA Early Childcare Education Center alongside Senator LaTonya Johnson, Representative Robyn Vining, and childcare professionals Blake Compton & Noreen Collins of

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Grant, Oneida, and Vernon County district attorneys, respectively. The appointment for Grant County will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Lisa A. Riniker’s election to

MADISON, Wis. — After railing against earmarks on the campaign trail as a practice which would “open the door for corruption,” Derrick Van Orden backpedaled in recent weeks, requesting nearly $73 million in federal spending for his district—more than the rest of

GREEN BAY — On May 20, the Milo C. Huempfner VA Outpatient Clinic, part of the Milwaukee VA Health Care System, will host a PACT Act awareness symposium to inform Veterans, community leaders and Veteran advocates, their families, caregivers and

MADISON, Wis. – In a letter today to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a coalition of 16 states sounding the alarm over pervasive plastic microfiber pollution, urging EPA

When a disaster or emergency strikes, timely communication is crucial in response efforts. Earlier this month, representatives from all levels of government and amateur radio operators worked together to test the ability to communicate across different platforms during Wisconsin’s State

Grafton – Small businessman and current member of the Ozaukee County Board and Grafton Town Board Paul Melotik today announced his candidacy for the 24th State Assembly District, vacated following the election of Dan Knodl to the State Senate.  Paul’s strong record

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed four bills, including a bipartisan bill to support farmers and producers in protecting watersheds across the state by expanding eligibility for producer-led watershed protection grants.  “Farmers and producers are leading the way on

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today reminds the public of the upcoming fourth public meeting of the Lake Michigan Lake Trout Commercial Harvest Stakeholder Group to present information and gather public feedback on the Lake Michigan lake

MENOMONIE — An innovative approach to making Dunn County’s criminal justice system as effective as possible celebrates its 15-year anniversary in May.  “The approach we took is evidenced-based decision making,” said Sara Benedict, Dunn County criminal justice director, about the

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) debuts a new license plate for qualified fleet operators that is stylish, embossed with “FLEET” and does not need annual registration stickers. To qualify for the new plate, customers with

[MILWAUKEE, WI] – On Monday, May 8th at 12:00 PM the Justice for Brieon Green Coalition will be holding a press conference at the Milwaukee County Safety Building (821 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233) in response to the Milwaukee

Austin, TX — Today, NextGen America announced its Gen10 list, featuring young diverse leaders, community organizers, activists, and creatives who are helping shape young peoples’ power around the country and transforming the way our voices are represented nationwide. The list features figures

May 8, 2023 — Zwelivelile “Mandla” Mandela, an elected member of the South African National Assembly, tribal chief of the Mvezo Traditional Council, and grandson of the late Nelson Mandela, will tour the United States from May 15 to May

TOWNSHIP OF GLENWOOD, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in the township of Glenwood, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Saturday, May 6, 2023. At

TOWNSHIP OF GLENWOOD, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in the township of Glenwood, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Saturday, May 6, 2023. At

MADISON, Wis. — As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis takes to the stage at the Marathon County Lincoln Day Dinner, Wisconsin Republicans are following his state’s lead in pushing for a 6-week abortion ban on the federal level. Read more about David Clarke, Mike

MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Ron DeSantis’ visit to Wisconsin to attend a GOP party dinner in Marathon County, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “While Ron DeSantis may be able to sell his MAGA-without-Trump pitch to

MADISON, Wis. — Ron DeSantis – the far right extremist governor of Florida currently trying to measure up as a 2024 Republican presidential candidate – brings his radical roadshow to Wisconsin today to speak at a Marathon County GOP event. But

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement:  Set ‘em up, bartender. And don’t forget to clean your room and do your homework… That’s a request Wisconsin bar patrons might make if State Sen. Rob Stafsholt (R-New Richmond) and