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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #229, ordering that the Progress Pride Flag be raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol during the month of June in celebration of Pride Month. The Progress Pride Flag will fly over

Madison, WI – Andi Rich, a native of Porterfield with deep roots in Wisconsin’s natural beauty, community values, and agricultural heritage, has officially filed her nomination papers to run for the 12th Senate District as a Democrat. With an outpouring of

Today, Rep. Ellen Schutt (R-Clinton) announced that she will not seek re-election and released the following statement: “I have been honored and humbled by all of the support that I have received to run for reelection. And, although I know

MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Milwaukee today to attend Festa Italiana, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “It’s an honor to have Dr. Jill Biden—our country’s first Italian-American First Lady—back in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s Audit Gateway Program began a new academic year earlier this month. The multi-year training program prepares accounting students for careers as Revenue Auditors in the agency’s Division of Income, Sales & Excise Tax. Launched in

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues called on Attorney General Merrick Garland and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to use every tool at its disposal to prevent and prosecute collusion and price fixing

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced three appointments to the University of Wisconsin (UW) Board of Regents. The governor has appointed Tim Nixon, Jack Salzwedel, and Desmond Adongo. These appointments fill the vacancies created by the expiration of three former appointees’ terms that expired May 2024. “Our UW System

Just now in Milwaukee, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and State Senator LaTonya Johnson announced they are joining over 50 Black current and former elected leaders and officials from across Wisconsin in endorsing Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for reelection, and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take simple precautions to avoid spreading invasive plants and animals in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long. Invasive species are nonnative plants, animals

WISCONSIN – This week, Senator Tammy Baldwin made stops in Green Bay, Wausau, La Crosse, and Cashton to discuss her work combatting the fentanyl crisis, lowering inhaler costs for working families, and delivering for the Wisconsin agriculture economy. “Meeting Wisconsinites where

NEENAH, Wis. – Today, Duane Shukoski (D-Neenah) announced his candidacy for Assembly District 53. The 53rd District is an open Assembly seat that encompasses Neenah, Menasha, and part of Appleton. Shukoski, a lifelong resident of Neenah, worked for Kimberly Clark

(MADISON) – The Transgender and Non-Binary Advocacy Caucus proudly joins the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in celebrating the start of Pride Month. This annual observance is a time to honor the history, achievements, and ongoing struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for Free Fun Weekend, June 1-2, 2024. This is the perfect time to try a new outdoor activity, as state Park admission fees, fishing licenses

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has the “Best ID Card,” according to an international association of the global card manufacturing industry. Wisconsin’s REAL ID over 21 driver license received the Élan Award of Excellence from the International Card

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Marbleseed announced 125 Wisconsin farmers have been awarded funds through the 2024 Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI LFPA) program. Recipients were awarded amounts ranging from $5,000

Warrant Officer 1 Eric Frank with the 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) said an effort to put 800 pieces of equipment on nearly 200 railcars at Fort McCoy was “the largest rail movement with civilian linehaul the Wisconsin National

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FOX CROSSING, Wis. – Rep. Nate Gustafson released a statement regarding today’s verdict against President Donald J. Trump. Gustafson said: “Today’s verdict is a travesty. America’s judicial system is paramount to the foundation of our democracy. It’s clear that this

Milwaukee, WI – On May 30, 2024, President Trump was found guilty of 34 felonies in New York State. The Coalition to March on the RNC 2024 recognizes this as the correct verdict, but also wants to note that this

This is a grave injustice for our country. The prosecution of President Trump is nothing more than a blatant act of political persecution that has made a mockery of our judicial system. Democrats are desperate to sideline him because they