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Madison – The Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board (PEB) has earned the 2026 Fred T. Mahaffey Award, given by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NAPB) Executive Committee, marking the PEB’s first leadership award from the NABP. “I was quite surprised

School recognized for meeting a critical physician workforce need by U.S. News & World Report  MADISON, Wis. ‒ Today, U.S. News & World Report announced its Best Medical Schools rankings for 2026, ranking the MD program at the University of Wisconsin School

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2026 – 2027 general inland fishing season will open statewide Saturday, May 2. Several new regulations and season structures are now in effect, and anglers are encouraged to review the

April 2026 Governor Candidate Press ReleaseDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products. Username or

DPW Muslim & Jewish Caucus Joint Statement on ICE Detention of Salah Sarsour (1)Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the

For the past six years, Marsy’s Law has provided essential protections for crime victims’ to ensure they are treated with dignity and respect in the criminal justice system. MADISON, Wis. — This week marks the sixth anniversary of the ratification of

Menomonie, Wis. – There is something therapeutic to a slow, rhythmic trail ride on horseback. You begin to feel grounded in the quiet nature of the woods and in the calming company of horses. The calm can lead to new

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin will decide the future of our Supreme Court. Their choice is principled Judge Maria Lazar or Anti-victim Chris Taylor. As we await the results of this election, it is important to remember that Judge Maria Lazar stands

MADISON – Kurt R. Bauer, President/CEO of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), issued the following statement ahead of the April 7th Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents meeting to decide the fate of UW President Jay Rothman. “Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce,

MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Patrick J. Buswell, 51, Holcombe, Wisconsin, was sentenced last week by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 9 years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine intended for distribution and possessing a firearm

MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after ICE has now illegally held Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee and a legal permanent resident for more than 30 years with no criminal record, for more

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Saturday, April 11, 10am-12:30 pm Shorewood Village Center 3920 N. Murray Ave., Shorewood, WI  Milwaukee – The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County is hosting a free presentation on the impact of hyperscale data centers on Saturday, April 11. The

Toni Herkert, the Government Affairs Director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, released the following statement after Governor Evers signed Assembly Bills 130 and 131 today as Wisconsin Acts 200 and 201. “The Governor’s action today marks the final step

MADISON, Wis. — With less than two days until the Supreme Court election, voters across the Badger State are showing up to cast their ballots and get out the vote for Judge Chris Taylor. It’s already clear that voters have little

PR 4-6-26 Kaufert Slams Evers’ Veto of Tax Relief for Working-Class Wisconsin FamiliesDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new

Madison – Today, Governor Evers signed two bills—Assembly Bill 130 and 131—to address PFAS contamination in Wisconsin. Representative Jill Billings issued the following statement in response: “Today is a great day for Wisconsin. After many years of advocating and working

MADISON, WI – A Politico article published over the weekend, emphasized the nationwide trend of Republican state lawmakers stepping down, with Wisconsin Republicans being among the most eager to retire. In a year where Democrats have already picked up 30 state legislative seats, Senate Republicans

Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) analyzed the 2024 Educator Preparation Program and Workforce Analysis Report released by the Department of Public Instruction on Monday. DPI’s report says Wisconsin is failing to train, compensate, and retain teachers

Milwaukee, WI – On Monday, March, 30 2026, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers followed the President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, Salah Sarsour, surrounded, and detained him. He was subsequently transferred to an out-of-state ICE detention facility. Sarsour