Dept. of Natural Resources: Offers $25 rebate on Endangered Resources license plates
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Endangered Species Day (May 17, 2024) by offering a $25 rebate for new purchases of Endangered Resources license plates now through Dec. 31, 2024. For 30 years, sales of Endangered Resources
Rep. Duchow: To WIAA: #LetJoshRun
Rep. Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) released the following statement on the WIAA’s ruling to prohibit Josh Onwunili, a senior at Campbellsport High School, from participating in the varsity track team: Josh a senior at Campbellsport High. He grew up there, his
Coulthard campaign: International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation (SMART) Local 18 endorses Brady Coulthard for State Assembly District 14
MILWAUKEE, WI — Brady Coulthard, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly, District 14, proudly announced his campaign’s endorsement from the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Local 18 (SMART Local 18) today. Coulthard responded to the endorsement, “As
GOP Radio Address: Enough Roadblocks!
Hi, this is Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems for everyday Wisconsinites. Most of these bills were signed into law, but many of them were vetoed by a Governor who is
Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces new Spongy Moth Resource Center
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension are teaming up to launch a new Spongy Moth Resource Center. The website, which replaces the state’s former
WisDems: Welcome Vice President Harris to Milwaukee
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee today as part of her nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “From day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, President Biden and Vice President
Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association: Dairy leaders push for innovation funding in FY25 appropriations and Farm Bill package
MADISON, WI – More than 200 dairy business leaders in 31 states are today calling on Congressional leaders to fully fund Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBII) in 2025, and throughout the duration of the pending new Farm Bill. In a
Gov. Evers: Delivers radio address highlighting Mental Health Awareness Month
Audio File of Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy
WisGOP: Statement on VPOTUS visit to Milwaukee
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “Every time Kamala Harris visits Wisconsin, voters are reminded of the failed agenda of the Biden
Sokaogon Chippewa Community: Tribal Chairman Robert Van Zile travels to White House
CRANDON, Wis.—May 16, 2024—The Biden-Harris Administration recently hosted Sokaogon Chippewa Community Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribal Chairman Robert Van Zile and other rural leaders from across the United States at the White House. Chairman Van Zile was
Dept. of Natural Resources: Do your part to improve Wisconsin’s air quality
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to make small tweaks to their daily routines to improve the state’s air quality this Clean Air Month. The average adult breathes about 20,000 times each day, and the
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Cherry Board election underway
MADISON, Wis.– Wisconsin tart cherry growers have until June 15, 2024 to submit their vote to elect two new members to the five-member Wisconsin Cherry Board. No nominations were received by the original March 29, 2024 nomination period deadline or
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins resolution recognizing National Police Week
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 75 of his Senate colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of May 12 through 18, 2024, as National Police Week. “National Police Week is an important time to recognize
Erickson campaign: Kathleen Falk announces endorsement of Chuck Erikson
MADISON, WI – “I am pleased – and proud – to enthusiastically endorse Chuck Erickson for the WI State Assembly,” announced Kathleen Falk, Dane County Executive (1997-2011), the longest serving Dane County Executive in history. “For over a decade during my
Recall Vos: Committee to host major press conference
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Environmental Groups: Warn against fast-tracking federal review of Line 5 Pipeline Project in Northern Wisconsin
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U.S. Sen. Baldwin, U.S. Rep. Moore: Introduce legislation to support mental health for pregnant women and new moms
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) introduced the Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable (MAMA) Act to better ensure pregnant women and new mothers can access affordable mental health care and substance use disorder services.
Sen. LeMahieu: Condemns anti-police rhetoric
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Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network: Nearly 200 advocates participated in Aging Advocacy Day 2024
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ThedaCare: From the Trauma Center to the State Basketball Championship
NEENAH, Wis. – A little more than 100 days after a head-on car crash, Emmitt Konieczny, was celebrating winning the D5 state basketball tournament, hoisting the gold ball in the air. Just months before that incredible moment, he was sitting