American Heart Association: Health of new moms and babies takes important step forward in the Wisconsin Legislature
MADISON, April 22, 2025 — Today, a significant step was taken to support the health and well-being of new mothers and their babies with the passage of SB 23. This legislation extends postpartum healthcare coverage from 60 days to 12
Gathering Waters: $50,000 grant from Madison Community Foundation grant helps support Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program advocacy
MADISON, WI—Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts announces that a $50,000 grant from Madison Community Foundation (MCF) is supporting a statewide advocacy campaign for the long-term reauthorization of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, Wisconsin’s flagship environmental conservation program. The grant
Remiker campaign: Announces additional endorsements from party leaders across the state
REEDSBURG, Wis. – Devin Remiker continues to secure support from key activists and Democratic leaders for his campaign for WisDems chair. After announcing endorsements from Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein and Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer yesterday, he has added
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Public notice: Submit comments by April 28 for Stinger®/Stinger® HL use on strawberries
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting comments through April 28, 2025 for a proposed special pesticide registration to control weeds in strawberry fields. The special registration proposed by DATCP is for Stinger® and
Healthy Climate Wisconsin: Health threats from climate change are on the rise, a new collaborative effort launches on Earth Day to call for local solutions to safeguard Wisconsinites
Madison, WI– From hazardous wildfire smoke blanketing the state to sweltering heat waves and record-setting floods, our changing climate is taking a toll on the health of Wisconsinites. In response, a statewide coalition of health and climate professionals has come
Sen. Dassler-Alfheim: On Senate passage of bill expanding Medicaid coverage for mothers
MADISON, WI – Today, in an inspiring display of bipartisanship, the Wisconsin State Senate passed Senate Bill 23, which guarantees all mothers on Medicaid with coverage for a year after giving birth, with only one Senator voting in opposition. Senator
Rep. Vining: Postpartum Medicaid extension passes state Senate
MADISON–The State Senate passed SB 23 today to expand postpartum healthcare coverage for Wisconsin mothers. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement upon passage of SB 23: “I applaud the State Senate for coming together to pass the postpartum
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Statement on the passing of Pope Francis
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) released the following statement on the passing of Pope Francis: “I am saddened by the passing of Pope Francis, the first Pope from the Americas,” said Grothman. “It is heartwarming to see such grieving over
Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association: Democratic lt. governors urge President Trump to safeguard science across the federal government
WASHINGTON – This week, Democratic Lt. Governors are pushing back against the Trump administration’s efforts to undermine the federal government’s scientific institutions. In a new letter, spearheaded by Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller, Democratic Lt. Governors are urging the administration to support
UW-Milwaukee: Cheng receives Shaw Scientist Award to study why some breast cancer cells survive radiation
MILWAUKEE_Qingsu Cheng, a researcher in UWM’s College of Engineering & Applied Science, is investigating why some breast cancer cells go dormant to hide from radiation treatment – only to “wake up” later and revive malignancy. Cheng, an assistant professor of
Marquette Law School: To feature the ‘Face of the Case’ in landmark student First Amendment rights case, April 24
MILWAUKEE — Mary Beth Tinker, a plaintiff in the Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District, the 1969 U.S. Supreme Court case which ruled that students and teachers do not “shed their constitutional rights to freedom of speech or expression at
Rep. Spaude: 2025 NFL Draft begins in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis – Green Bay state legislators are excited to host the 2025 NFL Draft this week. The event will take place in and around Lambeau Field, the Titletown District, and downtown Green Bay from April 24th to the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: NEW: Wisconsin Minority Business Development Agency office closing, Baldwin demands answers from Trump admin
Baldwin-backed agency to boost minority entrepreneurship, ignite economic opportunity & create jobs on Musk and Trump’s chopping block WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement on the Trump Administration’s closure of Wisconsin’s newly established Minority
WMC: Launches nominations for Business Friend of the Environment Awards program
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – opened nominations for its annual Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Awards Program. The program, sponsored by WM, seeks to demonstrate to state policymakers and
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin DMV makes selecting, ordering special license plates fast and convenient
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now has an easy online process to find the ideal special license plate, personalize the plate’s message and order online with DMV’s new special license plates web application. “This
Dept. of Public Instruction: After feds cut Green Ribbon Schools, Wisconsin launches own award to honor sustainability leaders
Two schools recognized for outstanding environmental stewardship MADISON — Following the elimination of the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program, Wisconsin has launched its own initiative through Green & Healthy Schools Wisconsin to spotlight schools leading the way in environmental
UW Health: Mail order pharmacy adds innovative, paper-free option for prescription information
MADISON, Wis. – UW Health recently rolled out a new option through its Specialty Mail Order Pharmacy to reduce the amount of paper that comes with prescriptions. Instead of the traditional stack of papers patients receive that explain how to
Madison College: Dr. Jennifer Berne named next President
Madison College’s District Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Jennifer Berne as the college’s next president, concluding an extensive national search. Berne will assume the role on July 1. She brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education
Gov. Evers: Trillion tree pledge update: Gov. Evers, DNR announce more than 10 million trees planted in 2024
Wisconsin has planted more than 42 million trees since 2021, bringing the state more than 40 percent toward its goal of planting 100 million trees by the end of 2030 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department
La Crosse GOP: Statement on upcoming protests
La Crosse— April 21, 2025 — After hearing about upcoming protests being planned by local Democrat-supporting organizations, the La Crosse County Republican Party released the following statement: “Republicans like President Trump, Senator Ron Johnson, and Congressman Derrick Van Orden are