Weekly GOP radio address: Legislature continues pressing for transparency in UW president’s firing
Our system of government ensures checks and balances. When a government agency fails in its duty to keep the public interest as its top priority, it is the Legislature’s role to exercise oversight. Hi, this is Senator Rob Hutton. Last
Opportunity Wisconsin: Wisconsin families continue paying more so billionaires can pay less
Following Opportunity Wisconsin Tax Day events across the state, Van Orden and Steil still have nothing to show for their votes but higher costs for working families MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsin families filed their taxes yesterday, Opportunity Wisconsin held
Van Orden campaign: Meet Rebecca Cooke: Another D.C. insider conning their way into office
LA CROSSE, WI. – New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel exposes that Rebecca Cooke’s entire campaign is built on a lie, and now it’s unraveling. Cooke campaigns as a “farm-raised waitress,” but the truth tells a very different story.
Rep. Goodwin: Calls for proactive emergency action following Milwaukee flooding
Milwaukee, WI —In response to the devastating flooding that has impacted families and neighborhoods across Milwaukee, State Representative Russell Goodwin is calling for immediate and proactive emergency action to address aging infrastructure and prevent future disasters. “We must be proactive.
UW-Stout: Years in the Making: UW-Stout’s Fashion Without Fabric theme pays tribute to generations of international designers
‘Immerse Your Eyes, Preserve Your Mind’ and ‘A Fragile Wonder’ named winners of sold-out annual event Menomonie, Wis. – From the fashion houses of Versace, Gucci, and Betsey Johnson to the master artists Michelangelo and da Vinci. From the luxury
Dept. of Transportation: Sandbag operations underway, watch for single lane closures along I-39 at the WIS 33 interchange near Portage
As a preventative measure during the current flooding, the Columbia County Highway Department will place sandbags along both directions of I-39 at the WIS 33 interchange, west of Portage, in Columbia County. Motorists should be alert for lane restrictions on
Climate Power: ICYMI: Democratic candidates for governor go all in for cheap, made-in-America clean energy
Madison, WI – Earlier this week, Democratic gubernatorial candidates joined Citizen Action of Wisconsin for a forum on a range of top-of-mind topics for Wisconsinites. When asked what they would do to reduce greenhouse gases, all participating candidates pointed to cheaper, domestically produced
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: ICYMI: New bill to end sports blackouts, cut streaming costs draws national attention
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced a new bill to stop professional sports leagues from blacking out games for fans, end the complicated web of streaming services, and cut costs for viewers across the country. The For the Fans
Wisconsin National Guard: Presidio Endeavor sharpens Wisconsin National Guard readiness
ARCADIA, Wis. – Soldiers assigned to the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operating Facility at Camp Douglas conducted small UAS training at the Arcadia Armory April 1. The training marked the organization’s first use of statewide Class G airspace
Godlewski campaign: Convenes La Crosse housing roundtable, calls for Wisconsin leaders to prioritize affordable pathways to homeownership
Wisconsin Secretary of State and candidate for Lieutenant Governor joins La Crosse Mayor Shaudel Washington-Spivey, Rep. Tara Johnson, La Crosse County officials, housing advocates and community members to address critical demand for affordable housing throughout the state La Crosse, WI
Rep. Franklin: Announces re-election campaign for 88th Assembly District
De Pere, Wis. — State Representative Ben Franklin today announced his campaign for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly, highlighting a legislative session defined by bipartisan results, economic growth, and a strong commitment to families, veterans, and public safety. “Over
Dept. of Workforce Development: BLS Data: Wisconsin February employment numbers released; unemployment ticks up to 3.4%
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced the following information for Wisconsin’s labor market, reflecting February 2026 preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
State Senate Democratic Committee: Senate Democrats announce affordable Wisconsin legislative packages
MADISON, WI – Today, Senate Democrats announced their Affordable Wisconsin Legislative Packages. These collections of bills, named the “Health and Housing Legislative Package” and the “Families First Legislative Package”, are made up of pieces of legislation that democratic lawmakers have written and
Dept. of Natural Resources: Pine Island State Wildlife Area closed due to flooding
PORTAGE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Pine Island State Wildlife Area is currently closed until further notice due to major flood levels on the Wisconsin River in the Portage area, to protect public health and safety.