Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul joins multistate coalition to fight back against decision to block medication abortion access
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announces he has joined a multistate coalition to challenge the decision issued by a district court judge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas that could restrict medication
Dept. of Revenue: April 18 individual income tax filing deadline is one week away
E-filing numbers continue to grow, granting taxpayers security while saving time, money MADISON — With one week remaining to the individual income tax return filing deadline, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) reminds everyone to file their tax returns and
ACLU: Announces forthcoming departure of legal director Larry Dupuis, launches search for successor
MILWAUKEE – The ACLU of Wisconsin announced today that longtime legal director Larry Dupuis plans to depart this summer after a 20-year career with the organization. He will stay on the job while the ACLU conducts a nationwide search for
Dept. of Natural Resources: Brule river state forest master plan variance now available for public review and comment
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on the Brule River State Forest Master Plan Variance. The proposed variance would allow additional barrens habitat management in the Mott’s Ravine Native Community Management Area at Brule River
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting applications for Learn To Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the 2023 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Sandhill’s Learn to Hunt Deer program combines classroom instruction and hands-on field experience with a mentored hunt on
Dept. of Transportation: Reminds drivers to be alert for Adopt-A-Highway crews
With spring weather here, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding drivers to stay alert for Adopt-A-Highway volunteers, who routinely collect trash and recyclables along state highways. “It’s a sign of spring to see people so generously taking time
Create Wisconsin: Coalition of leaders advocate for Creative Sector investment to fuel state’s economy
[Wisconsin Dells, Wis.] – A coalition of arts organizations and creative businesses from across Wisconsin are collaborating to highlight the vital role of the creative sector in propelling economic growth in rural communities throughout the state. The group, composed of
Gov. Evers: Budget proposals help bolster state’s education workforce
LODI — Gov. Tony Evers today will visit Lodi Elementary School to discuss the school’s involvement in the local “GROW initiative” that was supported by an up to $264,000 Workforce Innovation Grant last year to create a pipeline of highly qualified teachers who want to work in
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminder: DNR to host conservation warden recruitment webinar
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages those interested in becoming a conservation warden to learn more about the hiring and training process during a live webinar today, April 11. The DNR is currently hiring for its 2024 class of conservation
Democratic National Committee: Announces Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Committee today announced Chicago will host the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center from August 19 to 22. The DNC is returning to the Midwest, a critical Democratic stronghold: Illinois along with Wisconsin, Michigan, and
US Rep. Van Orden: In La Crosse Tribune: “No cuts to Social Security, Medicare”
LA CROSSE, WI – In case you missed it, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) penned an op-ed in the La Crosse Tribune highlighting his commitment to protecting Social Security and Medicare. Despite lies from some self-serving politicians, Republicans and Democrats agree that Social
Americans For Prosperity-Wisconsin: Announces new state director
MADISON, Wis. –Today, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced Megan Novak as its next state director. Novak has served as Legislative Director for AFP-WI since 2019. “I am thrilled to take on this new role as state director and carry out
Dept. of Natural Resources: 2023 Ojibwe spring fishing season starting soon
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of the protected tribal right to fish in certain Wisconsin waterways and the legal consequences they could face if found interfering with that right during the upcoming Ojibwe spring fishing
US Rep. Steil: Raised over $960,000 in Q1, reports more than $2.2 million cash on hand
JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN — Today, Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign announced that Steil raised over $960,000 for his campaign committees in the first quarter of 2023. The Steil for Wisconsin campaign reported over $2.2 million cash on hand. Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01)
US Rep. Gallagher: Statement on “Pandemic is Over Act” becoming law
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement after President Biden signed the Pandemic is Over Act into law and formally ended the COVID-19 public health emergency. “The pandemic is over and has been for some time. House Republicans promised
DLGA: Statement on Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA
WASHINGTON — In response to a federal judge for the Northern District of Texas ruling to move to block access to mifepristone, one of the two medications typically used in medication abortion care, 19 members of the Democratic Lieutenant Governors
US Sen. Baldwin: Discusses work addressing mental health crisis on ‘Delivering for Wisconsin Tour’ in Green Bay
Green Bay, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin launched her Delivering for Wisconsin Tour in Green Bay to highlight her work bringing home resources to help Wisconsin address the mental health crisis and provide support to those in need. Senator
Steil campaign: Raised over $960,000 in Q1, reports more than $2.2 million Cash on Hand
Contact: James Langnes at James@SteilForWisconsin.com. JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN — Today, Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign announced that Steil raised over $960,000 for his campaign committees in the first quarter of 2023. The Steil for Wisconsin campaign reported over $2.2 million cash on
Rep. Rozar: Announces listening session with Joint Finance Committee Member Representative Tony Kurtz
Madison, WI – Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) will be holding a budget listening session with Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), who is a member of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC). The JFC is responsible for developing the State Budget every biennium.