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Hello, my name is John Jagler and I represent the 13th Senate District in South-Central Wisconsin. I am also chair of the Senate Committee on Education. As many of you have seen, there’s been recent reports of allegations of sexual

Hey there, Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers here.   I know these are tough times. Watching what’s on the news can be scary. There’s lots of uncertainty about what the future may hold, and kids and families have a lot to

The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council and its five affiliated local unions have announced their support for the proposed QTS data center in DeForest.  This project is a $12 billion investment that will create over 5,000 great-paying construction jobs over the

Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA),

MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would

Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while

MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As

Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape

(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. –  The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District.  “I am so proud to earn the support of the hard-working men and women of the

Delavan, WI – Today, Nick Polce, US Army Green Beret Veteran, devoted husband and father, andbusinessman officially announced his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. With a proven track record of leadership in both the military and private sector, Polce

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 6, 2025, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve

MILWAUKEE – Under the leadership of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted two measures aimed at tackling food insecurity and declaring food apartheid as a public health emergency.  One of the resolutions, unanimously adopted by the

Two-factor authentication helps protect claimant accounts from being taken over by someone who has gained access to a claimant’s username and password. MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is announcing that two-factor authentication, which helps protect claimants’

MADISON, Wis. — In recent interviews, Republican U.S. Representative and right-wing gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany offered his proposals for reducing health insurance costs: get less health care. While taking a break from shutting down the federal government, taking away food help

Wisconsin small businesses struggle as tariffs drive up costs on everyday items, while Van Orden and Steil continue to support policies that raise prices for working families MADISON, Wis. – Following oral arguments in front of the U.S.Supreme Court yesterday

“…the damage from past trade disruptions will take time to repair. Rebuilding trust and re-establishing consistent export channels will not happen overnight.” – Doug Rebout, Wisconsin Soybean Association President MADISON, Wis. — After months of uncertainty and plummeting soybean prices, this

MARINETTE COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the City of Niagara that occurred on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. At approximately 1:11 p.m. on Wednesday,