Gov. Evers, PSC: Celebrate one-year anniversary of successful home energy rebate programs
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today celebrated the one-year anniversary of the launch of the Home Energy Rebate Programs in Wisconsin, which have helped residents statewide reduce energy use and lower
Dept. of Natural Resources: Bear with plastic jar on its head freed in northern Wisconsin
A bear with a jar stuck on its head in northern Wisconsin was successfully freed this weekend. / Photo Credit: USDA APHIS Wildlife Services MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a bear observed with
Dept. of Revenue: Posts 2025 preliminary Equalized Values
Madison, WI – Today, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) posted its preliminary Equalized Values, Tax Incremental District (TID) Values, Net New Construction Report and County Apportionment Report. DOR posts the 2025 preliminary Equalized Values Report to provide municipalities with
U.S. Rep. Wied: Risch honor small business firearm manufacturers
WASHINGTON — Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) recently announced a resolution recognizing the contributions of small business firearm manufacturers to our economy and designates August as National Shooting Sports Month. “Wisconsin is home to many
Supreme Court of Wisconsin: To hear cases in Richland Center as part of Justice on Wheels program
Madison, Wisconsin (August 4, 2025) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear oral argument in two cases at the Richland County Courthouse in Richland Center on Monday, October 27, as part of the Court’s Justice on Wheels outreach and education program.
School Choice Wisconsin: Seeks new president
West Allis, WI – School Choice Wisconsin (SCW) has opened a search for a new president to replace Nicholas Kelly, who resigned last month to accept a new position. The mission of SCW and its sister organization, School Choice Wisconsin
Rodriguez campaign: Wisconsin leaders line up behind Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez for governor
Rodriguez secures early support from state legislators across the state MADISON, WI—Since announcing her candidacy for Governor, Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez is building strong early momentum with endorsements from state legislators, local elected officials, and community leaders from every corner
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions July 2025
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions
Dept. of Transportation: Watch for children and school buses as students get ready to head back to the classroom
August Law of the Month: School bus safety Another school year is set to begin this month, and the Wisconsin State Patrol is reminding drivers to be alert and avoid distractions to keep kids safe as they travel to and
Law Forward: Co-founder Doug Poland joins organization full-time as director of litigation
Poland brings decades of experience as Wisconsin’s top redistricting attorney as well as a commitment to taking on tough fights to protect our democracy and our constitutional rights MADISON, Wis. – Attorney and Law Forward Co-Founder Doug Poland has joined the
Dept. of Health Services: New data show school year vaccination rates held steady for 2024-2025 school year
Parents are urged to get children protected before the new school year starts As parents and caregivers start back-to-school prep, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has released school vaccination data for the 2024-2025 school year, which show 86.4% of
Wisconsin Young Republicans: Milwaukee to host 2027 Young Republicans National Convention
Event Expected to Bring Over 1,200 Attendees and Nearly $1 Million in Economic Impact Contact: Alesha Guenther – yrncmke2027@gmail.com NASHVILLE – The Young Republican National Federation has officially selected Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as the host city for its 2027 National Convention.
Dept. of Health Services: Confirms first cases of measles in Wisconsin this year
No known public exposure identified, overall risk to the public is low The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Oconto County Public Health have confirmed nine cases of measles in Oconto County. One case was confirmed through testing at the Wisconsin
Supreme Court of Wisconsin: Swearing-in ceremony held for Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford
Madison, Wisconsin (Aug. 1, 2025) – Justice Susan Crawford was sworn in during a public ceremony at the state Capitol Rotunda on Friday, August 1, 2025, marking her formal introduction as the newest member of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Crawford was elected April 1 to a 10-year term on the Supreme Court to&n… Please log in to access
Election Commission: Deactivates more than 192,000 voters
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:Emilee Miklas, emilee.miklas@wisconsin.gov MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission announced today it has deactivated 192,369 voter registrations through the Four-Year Maintenance process required by law. The individuals deactivated by the WEC had not voted in the past four
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul, coalition announce restoration of previously withheld Education Department funding
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today responded to official confirmation that the U.S. Department of Education has released previously withheld education funding to Wisconsin. AG Kaul joined a coalition in filing a lawsuit in July challenging the Trump Administration’s abrupt
Wisconsin Court System: Announces leadership appointments
Madison, Wisconsin (Aug. 1, 2025) – The Wisconsin Court System has announced three leadership appointments, each bringing experience that aligns with the court system’s ongoing work in judicial administration, public access, and statewide technology. Brittney Richmond has been appointed Chief
Rep. Madison: Save the date(s): Wisconsin Energy University on September 10th, 17th, and 24th
Dear Legislators, Staff, and Community Members, We are excited to invite you to the Wisconsin Energy University 2025, a three-part briefing series this September at the Wisconsin State Capitol. These sessions are designed to provide a grounded, solutions-oriented look at Wisconsin’s energy
Sen. Spreitzer: Statement on the impending closure of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
BELOIT- Today, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which is the nonprofit authorized by Congress to provide federal funds to National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), announced that it will be shutting down at the end
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Jenna Jacobson shows us how Howard Marklein is failing Wisconsin families
MADISON, WI – In a new op-ed published in The Cap Times, Rep. Jenna Jacobson is painting a clear picture of how Howard Marklein has neglected his responsibilities, neglected Wisconsin’s public education system, and abandoned the hardworking families of Wisconsin’s 17th Senate District.