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Event aimed at providing better outcomes for victims being held at the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Central Office Training Center MADISON, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is joining forces with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections for a session next week

Community partners in Eau Claire and La Crosse stepped up to help neighbors in need while Republicans continue to drive up prices and cut food assistance EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin today announced the conclusion of its “Cones for

MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, August 26th, Legislative Democrats introduced their bill to re-authorize the popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. More than 90% of Wisconsinites support the program, which has protected over 650,000 acres of land across the state. After the

Second Release in 2 Weeks Is Another Sign of Progress in Superintendent Cassellius’s Work to Improve Financial Reporting MILWAUKEE — Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly and Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced the release of an

MADISON, WI – Today, Wisconsin Democrats announced the introduction of compromise legislation to reauthorize the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship Program. Wisconsin State Representative Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay) released the following statement following the announcement: “Governor Evers included a proposal

Program will expire June 30th, 2026 if legislative action is not taken MADISON, WI – Today, State Senator Dassler-Alfheim co-authored legislation that renews the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program for six years at $72 million per year.  “This program is the reason

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, the Dairy Business Association, today announced the promotion of Chad Zuleger to executive director. Having nearly seven years of experience at DBA, Zuleger is dedicated to advocating for the state’s dairy community.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling statewide to highlight the impacts of President Donald Trump’s proposed budget cuts on Wisconsin, including plans to gut a key federal program that helps Wisconsin’s rural communities improve and repair

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country by milk volume, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Block to the newly defined role of Director of Value Chain Partnerships. In this

Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Democrats introduced a bill that would reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, including $72 million of annual funding. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I am proud to stand beside

MADISON, WI – For over three decades, the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has played a vital role in protecting wildlife habitat, ensuring preservation of public lands, improving Wisconsin’s state parks, and promoting Wisconsin’s tourism economy in all 72 counties. Today, State Senator

MADISON, Wis. (August 26, 2025) — Ten UW System students were awarded $3,000 this month through UW Credit Union’s Community Values Scholarship program. The annual award recognizes undergraduate students throughout Wisconsin for their volunteerism, campus engagement and community-centered employment. 2025 marks

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers for Sustainable Food today announced the promotion of Jamie Fisher to Managing Director. Fisher joined the organization in 2019 and has helped lead support for farmer-led watershed groups throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. She’s played a

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier contract renewal with Inpro Corporation (Inpro).  The DNR’s Green Tier program provides credible recognition to organizations committed to going above and beyond compliance. Specifically, Tier 2 participants meet

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers to put safety first and pack some patience ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Access real-time travel information for highways across Wisconsin via 511 Wisconsin at 511wi.gov or download the free 511 WI app. “As

August 26th, 2025- Madison, Wisconsin Centro Hispano is teaming with Fontana Sports for a 5K run/walk on Wednesday, September 17th. It’s the first time Centro has been a part of a 5K and registration for the family fun event is

APPLETON, Wis. [Aug. 26, 2025] — Mark Scheffler, a lifelong Wisconsin resident, retired business owner and community leader, has today announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District. Running as a Progressive Democrat, Scheffler has pledged to

GREEN BAY, Wis. —Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk, is encouraged by the trade agreement framework between the U.S. and E.U. announced on August 20 as a major step forward

New reporting from Salon details how Bryan Steil is trying to hide his long anti-abortion record from Wisconsinites.  Steil “quietly removed pro-life positions from the issues page of his campaign website earlier this summer.” Steil’s website previously described him as