Category Archives: State News
Dane County Board Calls on Citizens to Support Veterans with Operation Green Light
A heartfelt initiative to express gratitude to those who have served our nation is just around the corner. "Operation Green Light For Veterans" is scheduled to run from November 6th through the 12th. ...
Nov 01, 2023
Governor Evers Initiates Lawsuit Against GOP Lawmakers Over Pay Raises and Conservation Projects
Governor Tony Evers has filed a lawsuit against several Republican lawmakers for their actions regarding pay raises for University of Wisconsin employees and the rejection of conservation projects. Ev...
Nov 01, 2023 Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
Chemical Manufacturing Company Settles Air Pollution Case with State
In response to alleged air pollution violations, a chemical manufacturing company, ChemDesign Products, Inc., has agreed to a settlement with the state. The company will pay $150,000 in connection wit...
Nov 01, 2023
Suspects in Child Murder Case Make Court Appearances
Two suspects facing charges in the tragic murder of a five-year-old boy appeared separately in court on Tuesday. David Pietura, aged 27, and Erik Mendoza, aged 15, are accused in the murder of Prince ...
Nov 01, 2023
DNR Reminds Bow Hunters to Test for CWD
Archery and crossbow deer season is in full swing, but with this comes the risk of chronic wasting disease. Now is the perfect time to make your plans for CWD sampling to help slow the spread of this ...
Oct 31, 2023 white-tailed deer in fall field in rutt
Governor Evers Unveils '175 Years of Wisconsinites' as the 2023 Holiday Tree Theme
While it may still be Halloween, Governor Tony Evers has revealed the theme for this year's State Capitol Holiday Tree. The chosen theme is '175 Years of Wisconsinites.' In addition, the governor has ...
Oct 31, 2023 Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
Wisconsin Republicans Schedule Hearing on Regulations for Naked Bike Ride
The Wisconsin State Assembly will conduct a hearing to address regulations pertaining to Madison's Naked Bike Ride, particularly the inclusion of children. Two proposals are under consideration, aimin...
Oct 31, 2023 Allen Holt / CC
Plea Agreement Reached in La Crosse Triple Murder Case
In La Crosse, one of the two individuals implicated in a triple murder case has reached a plea agreement with prosecutors. Khamthaneth Rattanasack pled guilty to his involvement in the crime of 1st De...
Oct 31, 2023
Congressman Grothman Introduces Bipartisan Air America Act
Eastern Wisconsin's representative in Congress has introduced a new bill that he said will correct an inequity suffered by the brave Americans who are former employees of Air America. The so-called Ai...
Oct 31, 2023
New Richmond Woman Admits Guilt in Fatal Stabbing Case
The New Richmond woman charged with fatally stabbing her fianc in August of the previous year has decided not to go to trial. Marian Kathryn Smith pleaded guilty to charges of reckless homicide. Initi...
Oct 31, 2023
