Applications for a special trapping season at Wisconsin's Sandhill State Wildlife Area are being accepted, with a September 15, 2025 deadline. Selected trappers must attend a mandatory workshop.

Mayor Johnson of Milwaukee appointed Adam Procell as head of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, surprising many by not choosing from the finalists.

Wisconsin DNR plans to issue an incidental take permit for a development in Sauk County that may affect the endangered slender glass lizard, incorporating conservation measures to ensure species survival.

Milwaukee Common Council requests a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to aid flood recovery, highlighting both immediate needs and the long-term impact of climate change.

Wisconsin DNR opens applications for a special firearm deer hunt at Sandhill State Wildlife Area to manage deer population, with careful permit levels for a sustainable hunt on November 8-9, 2025, and mandatory CWD testing for harvested deer.

Senator Tammy Baldwin criticizes Ascension Wisconsin for its plan to outsource Milwaukee ICU staffing to TeamHealth, a firm with a dubious reputation, emphasizing patient care concerns.

Milwaukee County officials are investing a $9 million settlement in projects to combat the opioid crisis, focusing on prevention, recovery, and data analytics enhancements.

Xcel Energy balances development and conservation in its W3419 Line upgrade in Wisconsin, mindful of endangered species, working with DNR on incidental take permit measures.

Wisconsin DNR offers over $6 million in grants for water improvement projects, with a pre-application deadline of September 15 and a final deadline of November 15.

The Wisconsin DNR is seeking volunteers to count chimney swifts during their migration, as they adapt to urban landscapes using chimneys for roosting.

Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency in the 2nd District due to historic flooding. He visited the area, vowing support for the recovery, while resources like shelters and waste pickup services are being provided to those affected.

Wisconsin DNR announces the sale of bonus antlerless deer harvest authorizations for the upcoming hunting season, available first-come, first-served starting August 18.

Milwaukee County's first Costco, a 162,000-square-foot store, has been approved by Franklin's planning commission, signaling potential economic growth and redevelopment in the area.