USDA: Invested $330 million in Wisconsin
(Stevens Point, Wisconsin, April 27, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $330 million in investments in rural communities across Wisconsin. These investments helped to boost Wisconsin’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural
U.S. Rep. Steil: Wisconsin congressmen introduce Fair Air Standards Act, addressing ozone nonattainment, vehicle emissions testing
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. Reps. Steil, Grothman, Tiffany at today’s press conference “Families in Wisconsin
WisDems: ICYMI: MAGA fracture alarms as college Republicans show ‘Extremist’ shift
MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Raw Story details how the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans’ (WICRS) has aligned themselves with Nick Fuentes’ ally and College Republicans of America’s political director Kai Schwemmer. Experts describe the normalization of extremists pushing fringe and
Burnette campaign: Larry Martin, former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, endorses Judge Lyndsey Brunette
MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette has announced the support of Larry Martin, the former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Wisconsin’s legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds
Wisconsin Technical College System: Wisconsin apprentices gain new pathway to Associate degrees
MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as
Roys campaign: Thomas Nelson endorses Kelda Roys for governor
APPLETON – State Sen. Kelda Roys announced Monday the endorsement of Thomas Nelson, Outagamie County Executive, who previously served in the state assembly as the Democratic Majority Leader. “Since our time in the Assembly together almost 20 years ago, I’ve
Blackhawk Technical College: Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair offers family fun on May 2
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Take a step toward wellness on May 2 at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus at 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546. A free, family-friendly Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair, held in honor of Mental Health
Sapik campaign: Iron County Republican Party endorses Sapik for state senate
Iron County Republican Party, Angie Sapik will “stand up for taxpayers.” [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] The Iron County Republican Party today announced its full endorsement of Angie Sapik in the Republican Primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 25. Tanner Hiller, Iron
UW-Stout: Kintsugi 3D viewer application by UW-Stout computer science senior brings cultural heritage to users worldwide
Menomonie, Wis. – Imagine being able to view the world’s cultural treasures from the comfort of your own home. To enter international museums from your computer screen and admire paintings, sculptures and artifacts as clearly as if you were standing
Wisconsin Family Action: Releases 2025-2026 legislative scorecard
Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Family Action (WFA) released its updated 2025-2026 Legislative Scorecard giving its assessment of how all thirty-three State Senators and all ninety-nine State Assembly Representatives did this past legislative session. The session began in early January 2025 and floor
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Banks: Introduce bill to enforce build America, buy America standards
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jim Banks (R-IN) are introducing a new bill to prioritize American workers and businesses by ensuring strong Buy America rules are properly enforced when rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure. Senator Baldwin worked
Sanchez campaign: Announces $50,000 raised in first two months
David Sanchez, Democratic Candidate for Assembly District 13, Announces Strong Early Support with $50,000 Raised and More Than 300 Signatures Collected Wauwatosa, Wis. — Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 13th Assembly District David Sanchez announced today that his campaign has raised
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeks public input on 2026-2036 Fisheries Management Strategic Plan
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is currently drafting a new Fisheries Management Strategic Plan and is seeking public input. This plan will aim to provide direction on how Wisconsin’s fisheries resources are managed and sustained over the next
Common Ground Wisconsin: Launches south side safety plan brings together city, county, MPD leadership
On Sunday, over 200 Common Ground (CG) members and public officials gathered on the steps of St. Hyacinth Parish on 15th and Becher to announce a 5-point Plan for making the South Side safer and improving the quality of life
Rep. August: Thanks Rep. Dean Kaufert for his service to Wisconsin
MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement regarding Rep. Dean Kaufert: “Dean’s decision to return to the Legislature for one more term speaks to his commitment to public service and to this institution. He didn’t have
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Milwaukee VA medical center releases 2025 annual report
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee VA Medical Center has unveiled its 2025 Annual Report, titled “Healing, Hope and Honor.” The report encapsulates highlights of the past year, our partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin, pertinent statistics, important updates, inspiring stories, awards,
Rep. Kaufert: Announces retirement
Madison – After more than three decades of dedicated public service, State Representative Dean R. Kaufert [R – Neenah] has announced he will not seek reelection to the Wisconsin State Assembly. “After a great deal of thought and reflection, there comes a
Leader Ethics: Wisconsin governor and La Crosse mayor proclaim April 30, 2026 as Civil Discourse Day
La Crosse, WI — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and La Crosse Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey have officially proclaimed April 30, 2026, as Civil Discourse Day in Wisconsin and the City of La Crosse. The date holds historical significance as the anniversary of George
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Workforce Development: Kick off National Apprenticeship Week celebrating fifth consecutive year of record-breaking enrollment in state’s Youth Apprenticeship program
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), kicked off “National Apprenticeship Week” in Wisconsin by celebrating that, for the fifth year in a row, Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program for high school students saw record-high enrollment. During the 2025-26 school year, a rec… Please log
Milwaukee Teachers Education Association: Files prohibited practices complaint against MPS alleging failure to bargain in good faith
MILWAUKEE – On Friday, April 24, the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association (MTEA) filed a Prohibited Practices complaint against Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) with the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission (WERC). Since opening bargaining in February, MPS has falsely claimed to MTEA’s