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RACINE—The City of Racine is proud to join other municipalities and organizations to celebrate National Voter Registration Day tomorrow. In preparation for the upcoming 2024 Elections, City Clerk Tara McMenamin underscores the importance of ensuring that every voter’s registration is

LA CROSSE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier application for Badger Corrugating Company in La Crosse. If accepted, the proposal would allow the facility to join Tier 1 of

MADISON, WI (September 18, 2023) — For the 11th year, Bascom Hill will be transformed into a sea of pink flamingos when the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) holds its annual Fill the Hill event. Fill the Hill is

Madison – Planned Parenthood announced it will resume performing abortions Monday in violation of state law which prohibits intentionally destroying the life of an unborn child. In July, a  Dane County Circuit Court judge ruled against dismissing a case brought by

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comments on the next phase of the Central Sand Hills Regional Master Plan process. Among the more than 60 properties included in the plan are Devil’s Lake and Hartman

[Milwaukee, WI] – On September 14th, 2023 Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas wrote an open letter to Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson. In the letter, Staskunas called for the removal of Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his chairmanship of the County’s Judiciary, Law

On Sept. 15, Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas released a letter to County Board Chair Marcelia Nicholson calling to remove Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his position as chair of the Judiciary Law Enforcement and General Services (JLEGS) Committee. Clancy, a Milwaukee DSA

MADISON- Rep. Christine Sinicki (D-Milwaukee) released this statement on passage of Assembly Bill 415,  having to do with redistricting of Wisconsin legislative districts:  “Democrats have been requesting actual fair maps for over a decade. However, AB 415 will not  answer

MADISON— Representative Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) released the following  statement in reaction to the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 415. Drafted based on  the Iowa model, AB 415 would implement non-partisan redistricting in Wisconsin.  “This legislation shows our commitment to

Madison, WI – Yesterday, Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 415 to create a nonpartisan redistricting process. The bill is based on the redistricting process used in Iowa. Today, he released the following statement: “I am proud to

Madison – State Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) applauded the State Senate after they passed two of  his commonsense public safety bills, sending them to the Governor’s desk for his signature. Assembly Bill 57  ensures that certain crimes such as a

WASHINGTON, DC – In case you missed it, today Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) spoke at a press conference highlighting the necessity of funding our government and military alongside committee leaders and military veteran Members of Congress. Watch on YouTube The

MADISON, WIS. – The Raising Wisconsin coalition is concerned with the package of child care bills proposed in the state  Legislature because they lack significant investment required to stabilize a long-challenged early childhood industry.   “We know providers, parents and employers

Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) has scheduled an in-district listening session. This is an opportunity for constituents to come and express their views on certain topics that might be considered by the Wisconsin State Legislature and also learn what

Madison, Wis. – Spirits, spooks and more highlight fall offerings at two Great River Road Wisconsin Historical Society sites this year. Discover the Victorian’s fascination with spiritualism at Villa Louis, or journey through “haunted” Stonefield village. These two seasonal events promise chills

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trail riders and hunters alike to wear safety equipment when operating an off-highway vehicle. Whether you’re out for a day of trail riding or headed to the tree stand, a

Madison, WI – On Tuesday, State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) called on high school juniors and seniors from around the 12th Senate District to apply for the Senate Scholar Program in Madison. Senator Felzkowski and the Wisconsin State Senate are proud

(Madison) – Wisconsin is a step closer to non-partisan maps. On Thursday, the State Assembly approved a redistricting plan that is nearly identical to a long-time successful plan in Iowa. Representative Joel Kitchens says “This wasn’t a surprise for Democrats,

MADISON, WI – Yesterday, historic non-partisan redistricting reform passed the Assembly.  Rep. Plumer co-authored the proposal and voted in favor:  “When I was first elected to office I told voters that I would support non-partisan redistricting  reform if it came

MADISON, Wis. – Due to the exceptional and prolonged drought conditions and potential for elevated fire danger, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will reinstate DNR burning permits by issuing a Special Fire Order in 12 southern Wisconsin counties. The permit reinstatement