Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

WI Assembly Passes Deals on PFAS, SNAP Funding

The bills must pass the WI Senate before they could head to Gov. Evers' desk.

PFAS Levels in Great Lakes Fish Are Dropping

The declining levels were driven by an industry phase-out of legacy chemicals

Food Waste Now 20% of Wisconsin Trash, New DNR Study Shows

More than 900,000 tons of edible food and scraps went to landfills in 2024.

Wisconsin’s State Legislative Races Heating Up

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

Court Rules Against Public’s Access to Beach Along Lake Michigan

Paul Florsheim got a $313 trespassing citation. Shorewood judge's ruling will be appealed.

Bug-Tracking Project Will Help Monitor Health of Wisconsin Waters

Tracking aquatic insects, a key indicator of health of lakes, rivers, streams.

Rowley’s Bay Boat Launch to Temporarily Close

Keep Safety Top of Mind as Weather Fluctuates

DNR Releases Summary of 2025 CWD Sampling Efforts

Gov. Evers Builds Upon Efforts to Clean Up Wisconsinites Water, Approves New Rule Changes Strengthening Pfas Drinking Water Standards

Application Period for the 2026 Elk Season Opens March 1

2026 Wisconsin Urban Forestry Award Winners Announced