Marathon County

6 Contested Circuit Court Races on April 7 Ballot

19 of 25 circuit court races in Wisconsin are uncontested. Which counties have races?

Why Republican ‘Anti-SLAPP’ Legislation Protecting Media Failed

Wisconsin conservative media blame GOP Sen. Tomczyk, who sued local paper.

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project Achieves Pre-Approval for New State Historic Markers

Wausau, Milwaukee sites meet cultural landmark requirements

Counties Sought to Host Alice in Dairyland Finals

AG Kaul Announces $250,000 Settlement With Apogee Wausau Group, Inc. for Alleged Air Pollution Control Law Violations

79th Alice in Dairyland Top Candidates Announced

DNR Releases Summary of 2025 CWD Sampling Efforts

Who Will Run the Next Election in Small-Town Wisconsin?

Aging clerks are hard to replace; and the state’s election system depends on them.

Gov. Evers, DWD Award $250,000 in Commercial Driver Training Grants, Bolstering Statewide Driver Workforce

Grants support businesses and organizations in eight counties across the state that offer training for in-demand driving occupations

AG Kaul Announces $350,000 Settlement With Crystal Finishing Systems, Inc. for Alleged Air Pollution Control Law Violations

DNR Awards 2026 Surface Water Grants

Gov. Evers Appoints Diane Meulemans to the Waupaca County Circuit Court

Wisconsin’s State Legislative Races Heating Up

Democrats have more cash in Senate races, Republicans far more in Assembly contests.

DNR Monitoring Manure Spill in Marathon County

Gov. Evers, Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation Highlight More Than $49 Million Economic Impact of Five Outdoor Recreation Destinations in Wisconsin

The DIY economic impact reports show local economic impact of outdoor recreation in six Wisconsin counties

79th Alice in Dairyland Applications Open Through January 30

2025 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

WI Supreme Court Considers Suit to Remap Congressional Districts

Appoints 3-judge panels to consider: must map with 6-2 Republican split be redrawn?

Fred Clark Thinks He Can Flip Tiffany’s Congressional Seat

Conservationist and lumber industry veteran knows northern district well.

Statement from Voces de la Frontera on the Marathon County Sheriff’s Plan to Collaborate with ICE

Republicans Argue Over Bill to Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Backers cite views of President Trump. A GOP critic says it's not 'reality-based.'

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 if Republicans Fail to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits

Wisconsinites face sticker shock on out-of-pocket healthcare coverage costs with many seeing premiums double, some seniors seeing increases of over $30,000 per year if Congressional Republicans allow enhanced Affordable Care Act supports to expire

Round Up: Democrats Highlight Effects of Government Shutdown Across the State, Discuss Impacts of Potential ACA Cuts on Wisconsinites

News Release – DHS Reminds Wisconsinites to Take Action Against Mosquito Bites

Continued protection recommended after a horse in Wisconsin tests positive for Eastern equine encephalitis

Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in Marathon County Horse

Ethics Board Finds Wausau Mayor Violated City Policy By Removing Ballot Drop Box

But board stopped short of recommending a fine.

Tiffany Makes His Pitch During First Gubernatorial Campaign Event

Congressman says he is already 'the leader' in the race.

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

Baldwin Wraps Up “fighting for Wisconsin Families” Tour After Nearly 45 Stops

In month-long tour, Baldwin highlights work to lower costs as Republicans gut Medicaid and nutrition assistance and Donald Trump’s trade war drags on

Put Safety First During Labor Day Weekend Travel

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

Marathon County to Host 2026 Alice in Dairyland Finals

Republican DA Eric Toney Will Head Investigation Of Ballot Box Removal

Wausau mayor removed drop box. Toney previously argued the boxes were illegal.

Wisconsin’s 150 Ginseng Growers Slammed By Tariffs

'I'm fighting in a trade war,' laments the top producer.

Former Polk County Doctor Charged with Child Enticement

Bill Would Formally Designate ‘Gig Workers’ As Independent Contractors

Backed by companies like Uber, proposal would exempt workers from minimum wage, worker's comp requirements.

Incidental Take Notice For Marathon County

Wisconsin Has Record Number of Female Legislators

44 of 132 legislators are now women.

Gov. Evers Appoints Three Regents to the UW Board of Regents

Bradyn Bohn, 15, a Victim of Sextortion, Died By Suicide

His mom wants to protect other kids. Bipartisan bill in Wisconsin targets sextortion

The Rise and Fall Of Michael Gableman

And how the Wisconsin Supreme Court became hyper-political.

USDA Ends Program That Brought Locally-Grown Food To Pantries, Schools

Program paid Wisconsin farmers more than $11 million since 2022 inception.

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

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

Should You Test Your Home for Radon?

1 in 10 Wisconsin homes have high levels of cancer-causing gas you can’t smell or see.

DNR Wardens, Civilian Staff Honored For Heroic Acts Of Public Service

Awards Recognized Valor, Lifesaving And Meritorious Service

Protect The Press From Frivolous Lawsuits

Wausau outlet ensnared in costly SLAPP lawsuit.

City Of Schofield Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land

Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Schofield

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Assessment Of Marathon County Shooting Range Grant Project

Remains of Cassandra Ayon Found in the Town of Brighton, Wis.

DNR Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award Winners On America Recycles Day

Trail Planning Begins For Rib Mountain State Park

State DOJ Investigating Wausau Mayor’s Drop Box Removal

State law gives clerks rather than other officials authority to place or remove ballot drop boxes

Federal Complaint Filed Against Wausau Mayor For Removing Absentee Drop Box

State Department of Justice has also launched an investigation.

DHS Urges Wisconsinites to Protect Themselves from Mosquito Bites

Precautions recommended after two horses in the state infected with Eastern equine encephalitis

State Senator’s Defamation Suit Against Wausau Publication Tossed by Appeals Court

Cory Tomczyk sued the Pilot & Review for defamation for reporting he used anti-gay slur.

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce Inflation Reduction Act Urban Forestry Grant Recipients

Trump Speaks in Rural Wisconsin on Saturday, Pushes Early Voting

Two-hour speech at airport in Mosinee offers false claims about his criminal cases.

WisDOT construction forecast for Labor Day weekend travelers

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

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Campaigns for Vice President Harris in Central Wisconsin

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff To Campaign in Wausau, Stevens Point

Emhoff, the husband of Kamala Harris, will make his first campaign appearance in Wisconsin this year.

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $408,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve About 4,600 Students

Students at 17 school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

Expect company on Wisconsin roads during Fourth of July weekend travel

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

Attorney General Kaul Celebrates Two Years of Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System

Nominees Announced for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors Election

DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To The City Of Wausau

Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $495,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants

Students at 17 Wisconsin school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

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

DHS Awards Grants from JUUL Settlement Funds to Prevent and Treat Vaping by Youth and Young Adults

Feedback from statewide listening sessions and surveys recommended how funds should be used

Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin

Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.

DNR’s Green Tier Program Welcomes New Legacy Communities

Amidst Inflation Crunch, Food Pantries Need Donations

Demand is growing and federal aid program has stopped.

Crandon Mine’s Defeat Changed The State

20 years ago a coalition of tribal and environmental advocates had surprising victory over mining companies.

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

Application period still open for additional grant dollars

Wisconsin Libraries See New Efforts To Ban Books

National movement has found its way to multiple Wisconsin library systems.

Labor Day weekend travel update helps you know before you go

Pack some patience and keep speeds down on Wisconsin roadways

Proposal Would Help Media Outlets Hit With Frivolous, Costly Lawsuits

Democrats' proposal inspired by lawsuit from GOP senator against Wausau publication.

Wausau Pilot statement on anti-SLAPP legislation

WEDC Secretary Hughes tours Imaginarium

A $250,000 WEDC grant is helping Wausau develop children’s museum

‘Election Integrity’ Bills Don’t Address Main Infraction

Few cases occur in state, usually involving felony probation status, which proposals ignore.

Enslaved Workers May Be Making Your Breakfast

Wisconsin confronts problem of human trafficking and exploited immigrant labor.

Gov. Evers Announces Passing of Former Wisconsin Gov. Tony Earl

Governor orders US, Wisconsin flags to fly at half-staff as state mourns loss

DNR Awards $6.5 Million In Grants To Help Restore And Protect Wisconsin’s Surface Water

DNR Confirms CWD In Two Additional Wild Deer Harvested In Marathon County

Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed

Senator Baldwin Votes for Legislation to Support Wisconsin Farmers, Agriculture Economy, and Rural Communities

Bill includes resources for Wisconsin’s Dairy Business Innovation Initiative, new Institute for Rural Partnerships, and protects rural communities from foreign investors

DNR Confirms First CWD Detection In Wild Deer Harvested In Waupaca County

Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed, Public Meeting Set

WisDOT announces 2022 Excellence in Construction awards

Contractors honored for projects in Brown, Dane, Eau Claire, Lincoln, Racine and Washburn counties

New PFAS Fish Consumption Advisory Issued For Lake Wausau And Stevens Point Flowage

Elevated Levels of PFAS Found In Several Fish Species

State Is Far Behind on Electric Vehicles

And charging stations. Will federal funding provide enough of a boost?

Senator Baldwin Secures Over $255 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Legislation

Projects championed by Senator Baldwin were included in Fiscal Year 2023 bipartisan bill

The Snowy Owls Are Back

Making annual southern migration, Bubo scandiacus spotted in three counties in state.

Referendums Fund Emergency Services

23 local referendums in November requested funding for police, fire, parks and more.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Leader Says Judges Shouldn’t Be Intimidated By Threats

But Chief Justice Annette Ziegler acknowledges “threats are on the rise.”

Who Is The Real Tim Michels?

Pragmatic businessman or right-wing idealogue? His policy statements offer clues.

Number of Police in State at 15-Year Low

Steady decline in numbers since 2008.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce $8 Million Being Distributed to Help Support, Stabilize EMS Providers Across the State

EMS providers to receive an additional nearly $25,000 to support purchasing new emergency service vehicles, patient transport equipment, and diagnostic medical equipment

Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Zell to the Portage County Circuit Court

Circuit Court Decision on Nemadji Gas Plant is a Step Backward for Wisconsin

Court upholds PSC decision to greenlight unneeded power plant in Superior

How Alex Lasry Rose in the Polls

Labor support, personal wealth helps Bucks exec in Democratic primary for US Senator.

DOJ Prosecutors Making Significant Impact on Drug Cases in Wisconsin

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