Columbia County

Portage County Floodwaters Drop, Emergency Operations Center Winds Down

Historic Flooding of Wisconsin River Threatens Portage Community; Critical Infrastructure at Risk

Wisconsin River Rising in Columbia County; DNR Continues to Monitor

Pine Island State Wildlife Area Closed Due to Flooding

DNR Monitoring Portage-Area Levees Due to Rising Flood Levels

Incidental Take Notice for Columbia County

Incidental Take Notice for Columbia County

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Over $1.5 Million in Fast Forward Grants to Help Train Over 700 Wisconsinites for in-Demand Jobs

Grants will go to 19 employers across the state to support job training in construction, child care healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and more

More Than 400 Projects Planned as WisDOT Previews 2026 Construction Season

Regulators Approve Two Solar Projects for We Energies Customers

Violent Sex Trafficker Sentenced to 262 Months in Federal Prison

Regulators approve more renewable energy projects for We Energies customers

WisDOTs recipe for a safe Thanksgiving weekend

Drivers should expect company on Wisconsin roads

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Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate Record Year of Investments in Wisconsin Businesses and Communities

WEDC invested over $91 million toward tax incentives, grants, and loans to local communities and businesses in fiscal year 2025, the highest volume of investment from WEDC in past five years

DWD Awards Nearly $1 Million in Equipment Grants to 19 School Districts

More than 4,000 students to benefit from training in high-demand industries

Put Safety First During Labor Day Weekend Travel

Expect company on Wisconsin roads and “know before you go” with 511wi.gov

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Randolph transforms former school into affordable, rural housing

Drive safely, celebrate responsibly during Fourth of July weekend

Check 511wi.gov for the latest traffic information on Wisconsin roads

WisDOT encourages focus on safety with construction, summer travel underway

‘Know before you go’ with 511 Wisconsin

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Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

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WisDOT construction forecast for Labor Day weekend travelers

Don’t fall into bad driving habits – buckle up, be patient, and put your phone down

Expect company on Wisconsin roads during Fourth of July weekend travel

Statewide travel info at your fingertips via 511wi.gov and the mobile app

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DNR To Conduct Aerial Spraying For Spongy Moth Caterpillars At Six Properties

Senator Baldwin Champions Investments for Child Care, Mental Health, and Affordable Housing

Baldwin: “I’m proud to have worked with both parties to give hardworking Wisconsin families the economic security they need and deserve”

Senator Baldwin Delivers an Additional $50 Million for Community-Driven Projects

Direct support comes on heels of $211 million delivered to Wisconsin earlier this month

DWD Announces Almost $4 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 22 employers and new or increased wages for 2,133 trainees

Janesville Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for 2021 Death in Wisconsin Dells

December 20, 2023

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DHS Awards Funding to Law Enforcement Agencies Working to Address the Opioid Epidemic

Application period still open for additional grant dollars

AG Kaul Announces Proposed $940,000 Settlement with Didion Milling and Didion Ethanol for Alleged Air Pollution Violations

August 9, 2023

DHS Launches Independent Living Supports Pilot Program

New effort explores ways to support Wisconsinites living at home longer, for better health outcomes

Prevent Recycling Fires By Safely Disposing Of Used Batteries

Baldwin Delivers More Than $13 Million in AmeriCorps Funding for Wisconsin

Federal funding will support 12 programs to expand high quality education, affordable housing, support veterans, and more

Gov. Evers Appoints Clifford Burdon as Marquette County District Attorney

DHS Awards $8 million for Opioid and Stimulant Treatment Service

Tribal nation and county agencies to use funding from the State Opioid Response Grant Program to support local needs

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DWD Announces Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve More Than 2,200 Students

Columbia County Handgun Range To Close Temporarily for Safety Adjustments

Attorney General Kaul, Law Enforcement Coalition Warn of Recent Criminal Elder Fraud Scam

December 5, 2022

AG Kaul Announces Civil Environmental Enforcement Action Against Didion Milling and Didion Ethanol

November 21, 2022

Thanksgiving holiday travelers asked to plan ahead, eliminate distractions

Baldwin Brings Home $80M Infrastructure Investment for Columbia County Bridges

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Strain Confirmed In Wisconsin’s Wild Bird Populations

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Gov. Evers Announces More Than $17.2 Million in Community Development Block Grant Housing Awards

Regional housing awards will help low- and moderate-income families purchase or repair homes

Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

WisDOT projects increase safety and strengthen the supply chain

42 Wisconsin State Patrol cadets become officers at graduation ceremony

Former Arlington Man Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder of Wife in 1988

June 25, 2021

DNR Begins Dredging And Cleanup Of Three-Quarter Mile Segment Of Portage Canal

Work Crews Continue After Safety Precautions Lifted

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

Wisconsin National Guard conducts shortened COVID-19 testing week due to New Year’s holiday

Columbus Contractor Charged with Withholding Tax Theft

Wisconsin National Guard tops 900,000 COVID-19 tests collected; testing week shortened over Thanksgiving holiday

Wisconsin National Guard will conduct COVID-19 specimen collection in 45 Wisconsin counties this week

AG Kaul Announces Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Task Force Membership

October 15, 2020

Gibraltar Rock And Dells Of The Wisconsin River State Natural Areas Open

Parfrey’s Glen And Pewits Nest To Remain Closed

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Next Phase For DNR Cleanup Of Portage Canal To Start By Fall 2020

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 250,000 specimens collected for COVID testing; statewide testing continues this week

Lyndon Station Couple Charged with Receiving Meth Through Mail

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Nearly $20 Million in AmeriCorps Funding For Wisconsin

Limited Number of State Shooting Ranges To Reopen May 14

State Patrol recognizes officers for heroism and commendable service