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MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel detailed how Wisconsin farmers, still hurting from Donald Trump’s first trade war, stand to lose billions under Trump’s promise of sky-high tariffs and a new-and-improved trade war with Mexico, Canada, and China. In his first term,

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Council on Affirmative Action presented the 2024 Lifetime of Service Award to Gina Pruski, who recently retired from the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office (SPD) after more than 30 years of service. Gina

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has been awarded a $7 million Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to implement the Wisconsin Deflection Initiative (WDI). “Making treatment more

MADISON, WI – Many people are in a generous, giving mood over the holidays, which creates a perfect storm of opportunity for scammers to prey on that generosity. AARP Wisconsin is aware of the many of tricks criminals use over

Cary, NC. – The Hunt Institute is pleased to announce the members of its eleventh cohort of the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows program. This innovative program aims to provide a bipartisan group of senior, state-level policymakers from across the country with the resources, space,

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MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today was named the recipient of the 2024 Diversity Award for its strong commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Diversity Award was established in 2000 by the State Council on

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today appointed Kerry Kirn as Clark County Sheriff. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by Sheriff Scott Haines’ resignation. Kirn will complete the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027. “Kerry Kirn

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Dec. 7, 2024, in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. “On National Pearl Harbor

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Chairman of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee, participated in a House Veterans’ Affairs full committee hearing on the Veterans Administration’s $6.6 billion budget shortfall request. During the hearing, Congressman Van Orden questioned the

KENOSHA – Rep. Tip McGuire made the following statement on Eli Lilly’s $3 billion investment in Kenosha County: “Today I joined Gov. Tony Evers and local leaders at the announcement of Eli Lilly’s historic $3 billion investment in Kenosha County.

KENOSHA — Gov. Tony Evers today joined Eli Lilly and Company officials to announce a $3 billion expansion of the Kenosha County manufacturing facility that the company acquired earlier this year. According to Lilly, this investment will extend the company’s global parenteral

TOMAH, Wis. – More than 60 Wisconsin National Guard Soldiers with the 732nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company were mobilized to active duty November 30, during a deployment sendoff ceremony at Tomah High School. Following pre-mobilization training

Hello, this is State Senator Dan Feyen, representing the 20th Senate District. With Thanksgiving behind us, the Christmas season is officially underway here at the State Capitol! Recently, we had the privilege of hosting the annual lighting of the State

MADISON – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard today announced that she is encouraging all Dane County departments to open official Bluesky accounts as part of her ongoing efforts to foster a more open, transparent, and innovative approach to communication with

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley’s right-wing partisan activism has earned her an award from the Federalist Society, an extreme group that seeks to exert dangerous right-wing influence on courts and judicial systems both nationwide and right here

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified three nominees eligible for election to the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board. Corn producers in affected districts will have until January

WISCONSIN – More than 30 groups signed onto a letter calling on the State Legislature to protect public health by taking action on safe drinking water. Fifty years ago on Dec. 16, Republican Pres. Gerald Ford signed the Safe Drinking Water Act

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering tips to help families save money, reduce waste and keep recycling and trash workers safe during upcoming holidays. “We know recycling can be confusing,” said Jennifer Semrau, DNR waste

Hey there, folks! Governor Evers here!   Our small, locally owned businesses are the hearts of our communities.   From retail to restaurants, art galleries to coffee shops, small businesses support Wisconsin families, create community spaces, and bring unique products