Two New Bills Signed Support Wisconsin's Healthcare Providers And Patients

2nd bill makes it a Class H felony to assault or threaten healthcare providers, staff members and their families.

DOJ: Prosecutors Making Significant Impact On Drug Cases In Wisconsin

AG Kaul Releases Drug Prosecutor Report, Calls for Extension of HOPE Policy Positions.

Campaign Trail Talk With Warren Tuttle

"I will be a Sheriff of the people. I will build stronger relationships not only with the citizens of Washburn County but also the partners we work closely with."

Rep. Gae Magnafici: Statement On Governor Evers’ Ongoing State Department Failures

"Evers has appointed underqualified and inexperienced leadership teams who have left Wisconsin behind."

Gov. Evers Orders Flags To Half-Staff In Honor Of Former Lt. Gov. Margaret Farrow

The flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., March 18.

County Law Enforcement Agencies To Receive Financial Boost From State

A breakdown of the allocations for our area county law enforcement agencies.

Gov. Evers: Signs Three Bills To Help Address Substance Use And Overdose Deaths In Wisconsin

'In Wisconsin, the CDC estimates that in 2020 alone, there were more than 1,200 opioid-related overdose deaths.'

Stafsholt Bills Headed To Governor’s Desk

"My legislation is not about whether people should or should not get vaccinated. This is about preventing government overreach."

Gov. Evers, Governors Urge Congress to Suspend Federal Gas Tax as Wisconsinites See Rising Costs at Gas Pumps

Governor calls for urgent congressional action as average gas price per gallon in Wisconsin nears $4

President Biden Announces Ban On US Imports Of Russian Oil, Gas

Today, President Joe Biden signed an Executive Order that bans the import of Russian oil, liquefied natural gas, and coal to the United States.

Rep. Armstong: Environmental Rehabilitation TID Bill Signed Into Law

"I believe Act 149 will make redevelopment projects more cost-effective and therefore more attractive to potential developers."

WILL: Joins Redistricting Appeal To U.S. Supreme Court

"Governor Evers’ maps are racially gerrymandered, violating federal Constitution."

Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills, Helps Wisconsin Restaurants Continue To Rebound And Recover

"I am glad to sign these bills today to help relieve a little bit of stress and worry for business owners as they head into tax season.”

Congressman Tiffany Leads Letter Demanding Hearing On The Managing Predators Act

"Decisions about how to manage Wisconsin’s gray wolves ought to be made by people in Wisconsin, not by lawyers, judges, and bureaucrats thousands of miles away."

'Hell Yes' - Gov. Evers Celebrates Supreme Court Ruling On Redistricting

Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision.

Jonathan Wichmann Pivots Campaign To Lieutenant Governor Race

Wichmann will appear on the August 9th, 2022 Republican primary ballot as a candidate for Lieutenant Governor.

Joan Ellis Beglinger Advances Her Run For Governor

Beglinger says campaign is test of whether ideas, character, competence and courage can triumph over big money.

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $8 Million Neighborhood Investment Fund Grants For Rice Lake, Altoona, Menomonie, And Eau Claire

Rice Lake will use a $3,157,057 grant to make improvements to their Main Street corridor.

Gov. Evers Announces New Recommendations For Tackling Homelessness In Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers today announced the 'Welcoming Wisconsin Home' report which provides new recommendations for tackling homelessness in the state.

Rep. Armstrong: Busy Assembly Week Includes Votes On Education, Elections

The Wisconsin State Assembly met on February 22, 23, and 24 to approve legislation in a number of areas.

Stafsholt Absentee Ballot Processing Legislation Passes Senate

Senate Bill 214 relating to processing absentee ballots passed the State Senate and now heads to the Assembly.

This Heart Month, Let's Protect Hearts In The Womb

Guest column from Senator Julian Bradley and Representative Donna Rozar.

Assistant D.A. Sheila Yohnk Leaving Washburn County D.A’s Office

A job posting for the position of Assistant District Attorney for Washburn County has been posted

ICYMI: Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $30 Million To Support, Expand EMS Services

Gov. Evers created and released a plan to use $7.4 million all funds to implement an additional 16% rate increase for emergency transportation providers.