Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for La Crosse County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare frog, Blanchard’s cricket frog, which may result from the W3411 Ground Wire and Structure Replacement in La Crosse County.
UW Green Bay: It’s time to make sparks fly! Applications open today
Green Bay, WI — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will open undergraduate applications for the fall of 2026, inviting all students to “Be the Spark”. Students can join the family of more than 50,000 forward-thinking dreamers and resilient problem-solvers blazing their own
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Passes resolution defending digital privacy, cryptocurrency, and innovation
MADISON, WI — The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) has passed a resolution reaffirming its unwavering support for digital privacy, decentralization, and the right to innovate in the realm of cryptocurrency. The resolution comes amid growing federal hostility toward decentralized
Wisconsin Dairy Products Association: Applaud bipartisan introduction of DAIRY PRIDE Act to end mislabeling of plant-based products
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) and Cooperative Network, today announced its strong support for the bipartisan DAIRY PRIDE Act of 2025, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Jim Risch (R-ID), Susan Collins (R-ME), and
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Writes to Secretary Hegseth about DoD’s efforts to assist service members wrongfully terminated under Biden’s COVID-19 injection mandate
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Department of Defense (DoD) Secretary Pete Hegseth requesting a briefing on the DoD’s efforts to apologize, reinstate, and provide back pay to service members who
Milwaukee Public Schools: Issues update on lead remediation progress as new school year nears
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced progress on the district’s plan to remediate lead hazards in dozens of the district’s older schools. “All of our students, families and employees deserve a safe and healthy school environment,” said
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers celebrates the 174th Wisconsin State Fair
Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. This week, we’re kicking off the 174th Wisconsin State Fair! >From getting an ice cream sundae at the Wisconsin Products Pavilion to strolling DNR’s Exploratory Park to participating in the Governor’s Livestock Auction
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Releases statement on bipartisan bill to fund labor, health, and education departments for Fiscal Year 2026
Senate compromise increases funding for NIH, safeguards Department of Education, & invests in and restores services at 988 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health, and Human Services, released
Gov. Evers: Urges bipartisan opposition to Trump budget
Governor releases list of impacts Trump Administration’s budget will have on Wisconsin’s seniors, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and workforce MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urged bipartisan opposition to
UW-Green Bay: Ignites the future of space exploration at 35th annual Wisconsin Space Conference
Green Bay, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is charting a bold course into the future of space exploration as it hosts the 35th Annual Wisconsin Space Conference on Friday, August 22, 2025. This year’s theme, “The Power to Explore: Energy for Space
National Republican Congressional Committee: Van Orden’s veteran home loan protection bill becomes law
Read more about Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s bill that was signed into law by President Trump here or see excerpts below: Van Orden’s veteran home loan protection bill becomes lawNoah HodgesNews8000July 30, 2025 Legislation authored by Congressman Derrick Van Orden to protect
Rep. Callahan: Demands Action: Hold Canada accountable for smoke choking Wisconsin
[Madison, WI] – State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) is demanding that Canada face real consequences for sending wildfire smoke across our border and choking out Wisconsin communities. “People in northern Wisconsin are fed up with waking up to hazy skies and
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting Aug. 13
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the August meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13 in public meeting room G09, State
Dept. of Transportation: Public feedback requested on WisDOT’s 2025 ADA Transition Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites the public to review and share comments on the agency’s 2025 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. The ADA Transition Plan shares information on WisDOT’s efforts to continually improve accessibility throughout the
Opportunity Wisconsin: Tonight: Town hall with Rep. Mark Pocan in Prairie du Chien
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wis. – Tonight, Opportunity Wisconsin will host a town hall event in Prairie du Chien to raise awareness of the Republican Tax Law and its devastating cuts to healthcare, SNAP, and more. Congressman Mark Pocan will headline the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsinites: Limit time outside due to Canadian wildfire smoke
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is recommending Wisconsinites reduce their time outdoors Thursday, July 31 and into Friday, Aug. 1 due to ongoing air quality advisories resulting from Canadian wildfire smoke. Canadian wildfire smoke will continue
Midwest Environmental Advocates: Court of Appeals upholds Public Records Law, rules that plaintiffs who sue over unlawfully withheld public records are entitled to legal fees
Contact: Peg Sheaffer, MEA Communications Director, psheaffer@midwestadvocates.org Judges affirm accountability for officials who violate the law and reject former natural resources official’s argument that text messages are not records Madison, WI—Yesterday, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals for District I issued a decision in Midwest Environmental
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Mastering apprenticeships: Wisconsin’s efforts to prepare skilled workers
Participation in Wisconsin’s registered and youth apprenticeship programs soared to record high levels in 2024, and our per capita concentration of registered apprentices compares favorably to most other states, a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds. These are welcome developments
UW Health: Specialty-trained pediatric adolescent gynecologist aims to make the uncomfortable comfortable for her patients
MADISON, Wis. – Addressing the gynecological needs of girls and young women requires a different set of skills – talents Dr. Katie O’Brien has been honing for years. Diagnosing common female pelvic conditions sooner and leveraging social media to connect
LoCoco campaign: Governor Scott Walker endorses Anthony LoCoco for court of appeals judge
ELM GROVE – Conservative Anthony LoCoco announced today that Gov. Scott Walker has endorsed his campaign to unseat liberal Lisa Neubauer, who currently serves as a Judge on the Court of Appeals District II. “At a time when radical judges