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Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources declared resource management initiatives for the state.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Governor and the DNR launch new grant programs and initiatives to ensure clean water statewide in Wisconsin.Some support1 report
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Sierra Club is suing Vantage Data Centers over environmental impacts of a project in Port Washington, requiring DNR review.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources analyzed data concerning the state's forest products.Some support1 report
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A joint effort between the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to streamline park access and funding was announced.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Enbridge's operations caused a major gas leak.Well supported10 reports
Earlier this month
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The DNR is monitoring contaminants in the Wisconsin River, resulting in advisories for Adams County.Some support1 report
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A fatal ATV crash occurred in Adams County, investigating the incident that took place on May 26, 2026.Some support2 reports
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A county project in Polk County received technical approval and guidance, utilizing dairy waste as a resource for road treatment.Some support1 report
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The DNR monitors the ecological status of Chippewa Flowage, which was created by a dam flooding a swamp area in Sawyer County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Local infrastructure and geographic features connect Door County and Green Bay, including road resurfacing and ferry services.Some support1 report
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A community event in Johnson Creek features the Wisconsin DNR and educational outreach activities.Some support1 report
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The city of Menasha is holding meetings regarding FEMA floodplain requirements, with the state agency explaining federal regulations.Some support4 reports
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Severe drought conditions are impacting the state's resources in Wisconsin.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issues safety reminders for local boating activities in Green Bay.Some support1 report
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A trail commission is operating within the state's regulatory framework established by the DNR and state government.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Wisconsin DNR, a state agency, is issuing decals and managing operational rules regarding its functions in the state.Some support1 report
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Wisconsin DNR manages wolf depredation claims and funding, informed by research findings.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is monitoring water quality issues in the state.Some support1 report
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Officials urged Wisconsin DNR and DATCP to consider regulatory changes regarding avian influenza.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A disease outbreak is impacting county populations in Washington County, with reports concentrated there. The Wisconsin DNR is involved in regulating wildlife health and disease monitoring.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources faces a $16.5 million structural deficit.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources manages wild rice resources under state jurisdiction.Some support3 reports
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Drought and precipitation changes are affecting the river flow of the Black River in Wisconsin.Some support1 report
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Groundwater contamination from farm runoff is reported in Pierce County, regulated by the Wisconsin DNR.Some support3 reports
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The Wisconsin DNR informs fisheries management and policy for the Northern Highland Fishery Research Area.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has classified a specific creek as a Class 1 trout stream.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection began collaborating on land conservation efforts in the state of Wisconsin on May 28, 2026.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is managing a piping plover habitat project in collaboration with various agencies.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is managing settlement funds within the state.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources received supplemental funding from the state.Some support1 report
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Wisconsin Public Radio is providing local news about Wisconsin, and the DNR is offering safety data and recommendations.Some support3 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is a state agency located in Wisconsin.Some support4 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced grants for urban forestry projects, noting that climate change is affecting hardiness zones near Lake Michigan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Trump administration removed federal protections in 2021, and Doug Cox is a member of the DNR policymaking board.Well supported7 reports
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Emergency response and funding projects, including dam reconstruction and facility upgrades, were approved for Oneida County.Some support2 reports
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A pipeline construction project is trespassing on tribal lands and water resources near Lake Superior, requiring state permits.Some support1 report
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University of Wyoming, Oregon State, and Michigan State Universities partner with the Wisconsin DNR to receive conservation funding.Some support1 report
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Low flow conditions due to drought are impacting the Chippewa River and Flambeau River, requiring compliance with state environmental requirements.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources oversaw the lifting of a boil water advisory in Menasha.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued a warning to Milwaukee regarding potential cyber threats.Some support1 report
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Scientists studied the ecosystem collapse of Little Rock Lake, finding that its acidification mimicked conditions caused by acid rain.Some support1 report
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Amman was appointed to the board of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, filling a vacancy created by Patty Schachtner's resignation.Some support3 reports
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Air quality alerts were issued in Wisconsin due to wildfire smoke.Well supported3 reports
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Wildfire smoke from Canadian fires is affecting air quality in Chicago and Wisconsin.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fatal collision involving a pontoon boat and a barge at Lake Pepin.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources proposes a dike repair project in Sauk County.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred on Lake Geneva in Walworth County, and agencies are coordinating the investigation into the matter.Well supported8 reports
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DNR conducts research on Escanaba Lake in Vilas County, using an aquarium heating analogy.Some support1 report
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St. Croix County is reviewing permit approvals and county policy to reduce phosphorus loads, with impoundment of the Willow River affecting the St. Croix River.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A storm caused massive damage and power outages in Walworth County, necessitating a mutual aid response.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating seagull deaths in the city of Milwaukee.Some support1 report
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John Sinclair has been appointed as the Boating Law Administrator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources responded to a drowning incident in Lake Petenwell.Some support1 report
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Lawmakers are scrutinizing the Wisconsin DNR's management of Potawatomi State Park in Door County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources received grant funding for dredging operations in Door County.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin DNR manages invasive species control efforts within Lake Winnebago.Some support1 report
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The Wisconsin DNR road widening project faces criticism and allegations of violating park master plans.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources enforced new vehicle safety laws in the state on June 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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A project involving Xcel Energy and the Mississippi River is facing shoreline erosion and the Wisconsin DNR proposing a permit for incidental taking.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Events traced to Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, step by step, newest first- DNR may benefit from Wisconsin's record state fund balancesRecord state funds may allow DNR to expand operations and projectsPossible
- How could the transmission line impacts affect the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources?DNR's ability to manage prime farmland and environmental impact is challenged by transmission line concernsPossible
- New infrastructure projects may improve natural resource management for DNRImproved rural infrastructure may facilitate natural resource management for DNRPossible
- Improved grid resilience may lessen severe weather risks for Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesImproved grid resilience may lessen severe weather risks for Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesPossible
Around Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources this week
News at the entities that move Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources most-
Tony Evers StructuralTony Evers demands the USDA withdraw arbitrary funding changes while Tammy Baldwin introduces the DBII program.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wisconsin StructuralBoard members voiced concerns over transmission line projects while Brad Olson commented on the consequences for Wisconsin agriculture.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Hurley StructuralHurley and McGovern are racing to replace Bill Cunningham, and Hurley met with Pat Hynes to discuss tax plans.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Sierra Club OperationalA mobilization in Pittsburgh, featuring various advocacy groups and speakers, responded to policies of the Trump administration.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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State of Wisconsin StructuralGovernor Evers championed a new facility project at the Medical College of Wisconsin, jointly funded by the State and Milwaukee County.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralFEMA issued accreditation for a levee project in Wilkes-Barre.Moves Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Connections
The 40 strongest of 108, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wisconsin Structural
The DNR functions as a mandated state agency, managing resources and enforcing laws under the jurisdiction and authority of Wisconsin.
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Enbridge Structural
The DNR formally regulates Enbridge's operations, issuing notices of noncompliance following operational incidents.
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Doug Cox Structural
Doug Cox holds a formal position as a board member of the Wisconsin DNR.
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John Sinclair Structural
John Sinclair serves as the appointed Boating Law Administrator for the Wisconsin DNR.
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Potawatomi Park Structural
The DNR manages the park's infrastructure and land use, exercising regulatory oversight over the venue.
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Chippewa River Structural
The river must comply with environmental requirements set by the state agency.
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Ice Age National Scenic Trail Structural
The Wisconsin DNR formally manages properties along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
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Pierce County Structural
The state agency (A) holds regulatory authority that governs and impacts industrial operations within the jurisdiction of the county (B).
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Butte des Morts Structural
The Wisconsin DNR manages the fishery resources within the Butte des Morts area.
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Hurley Structural
Hurley requires the cooperation, permits, or funding of the Wisconsin DNR to carry out infrastructure repairs.
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Lake Winnebago Structural
The DNR exercises formal management and regulatory control over ecological and recreational activities within Lake Winnebago.
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The two government agencies actively collaborate as state conservation partners, particularly regarding land conservation efforts and grant programs.
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Sierra Club Operational
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources review was initiated as a result of a lawsuit filed by the Sierra Club.
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Walworth County Operational
The county and the DNR coordinate investigations and provide mutual aid in response to incidents.
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Tony Evers Structural
The Governor's administration provides funding and support to the DNR for operational and emergency response projects.
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Vantage Data Centers Structural
Vantage Data Centers' project is subject to environmental review and regulation by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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State of Wisconsin Structural
The agency receives civil settlement funds from the State of Wisconsin, indicating a functional dependency on state resources.
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Wisconsin River Operational
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources monitors the Wisconsin River for contaminants.
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Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operational
The two agencies collaborate on a regional flood mitigation task force and are linked by mandatory discharge permit compliance rules.
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Lake Mills Operational
The Wisconsin DNR actively monitors and records incidents, such as drownings, that occur at Lake Mills.
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Menasha Structural
The state agency exercises regulatory oversight over environmental and safety issues affecting the locality.
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Hudson Structural
The Hudson infrastructure is subject to permitting and oversight by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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Wisconsin Department of Transportation Operational
The two government agencies engage in joint efforts to streamline park access and funding.
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Pierce County Operational
The state agency exercises its regulatory power by granting permits for farming activities within the county's jurisdiction.
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Ontario Operational
Wildfires originating in Ontario are producing smoke that impacts the operational area of the Wisconsin DNR.
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St. Croix County Structural
The DNR exercises formal regulatory oversight over permit approvals and activities within St. Croix County.
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Adams County Operational
The Wisconsin DNR investigates incidents and issues advisories that directly apply to Adams County.
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Lake Geneva Operational
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is conducting a joint investigation into an incident related to Lake Geneva.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
The state agency operates by explaining and implementing federal regulations issued by the federal agency.
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Mike Structural
Mike serves on the Natural Resources Board of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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Joel Kitchens Operational
Joel Kitchens actively criticized a road widening project managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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Ontario Structural
A's construction activities are subject to regulatory permits and requirements set by B.
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Xcel Energy Structural
The Wisconsin DNR holds formal regulatory authority over Xcel Energy's operational footprint, evidenced by the permit application process for incidental taking.
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Pattison State Park Structural
The DNR regulates and approves infrastructure projects, such as dam reconstruction, for Pattison State Park.
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Lake Pepin Shared context
The agency is conducting an investigation into a collision incident that occurred within the geographical context of Lake Pepin.
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Sauk County Operational
The Wisconsin DNR is proposing a dike repair project that takes place within the jurisdiction of Sauk County.
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Escanaba Lake Operational
The DNR conducts research focused on the ecological and physical characteristics of Escanaba Lake.
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National Weather Service Operational
The two government agencies maintain a functional partnership, advising on shared operational domains including air quality and weather patterns.
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Milwaukee Shared context
The state agency's operational scope includes the city of Milwaukee, where investigations into local issues like seagull deaths occur.
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Dave Allen Operational
Dave Allen has alleged that the Wisconsin DNR violated the park master plan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- Governor and the DNR launch new grant programs and initiatives to ensure clean water statewide in Wisconsin.
- Sierra Club is suing Vantage Data Centers over environmental impacts of a project in Port Washington, requiring DNR review.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources analyzed data concerning the state's forest products.
- The DNR is monitoring contaminants in the Wisconsin River, resulting in advisories for Adams County.
September 2026
12 events- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources declared resource management initiatives for the state.
- Enbridge's operations caused a major gas leak.
- A county project in Polk County received technical approval and guidance, utilizing dairy waste as a resource for road treatment.
- The DNR monitors the ecological status of Chippewa Flowage, which was created by a dam flooding a swamp area in Sawyer County.
- Local infrastructure and geographic features connect Door County and Green Bay, including road resurfacing and ferry services.
- A community event in Johnson Creek features the Wisconsin DNR and educational outreach activities.
- The city of Menasha is holding meetings regarding FEMA floodplain requirements, with the state agency explaining federal regulations.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issues safety reminders for local boating activities in Green Bay.
- The Wisconsin DNR, a state agency, is issuing decals and managing operational rules regarding its functions in the state.
- Wisconsin DNR manages wolf depredation claims and funding, informed by research findings.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is monitoring water quality issues in the state.
- A disease outbreak is impacting county populations in Washington County, with reports concentrated there. The Wisconsin DNR is involved in regulating wildlife health and disease monitoring.
August 2026
17 events- Severe drought conditions are impacting the state's resources in Wisconsin.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources faces a $16.5 million structural deficit.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources manages wild rice resources under state jurisdiction.
- Drought and precipitation changes are affecting the river flow of the Black River in Wisconsin.
- Groundwater contamination from farm runoff is reported in Pierce County, regulated by the Wisconsin DNR.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has classified a specific creek as a Class 1 trout stream.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is managing a piping plover habitat project in collaboration with various agencies.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources received supplemental funding from the state.
- Wisconsin Public Radio is providing local news about Wisconsin, and the DNR is offering safety data and recommendations.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is a state agency located in Wisconsin.
- Trump administration removed federal protections in 2021, and Doug Cox is a member of the DNR policymaking board.
- Emergency response and funding projects, including dam reconstruction and facility upgrades, were approved for Oneida County.
- A pipeline construction project is trespassing on tribal lands and water resources near Lake Superior, requiring state permits.
- University of Wyoming, Oregon State, and Michigan State Universities partner with the Wisconsin DNR to receive conservation funding.
- Low flow conditions due to drought are impacting the Chippewa River and Flambeau River, requiring compliance with state environmental requirements.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources oversaw the lifting of a boil water advisory in Menasha.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued a warning to Milwaukee regarding potential cyber threats.
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July 2026
14 events- A trail commission is operating within the state's regulatory framework established by the DNR and state government.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection began collaborating on land conservation efforts in the state of Wisconsin on May 28, 2026.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced grants for urban forestry projects, noting that climate change is affecting hardiness zones near Lake Michigan.
- Scientists studied the ecosystem collapse of Little Rock Lake, finding that its acidification mimicked conditions caused by acid rain.
- Amman was appointed to the board of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, filling a vacancy created by Patty Schachtner's resignation.
- Air quality alerts were issued in Wisconsin due to wildfire smoke.
- Wildfire smoke from Canadian fires is affecting air quality in Chicago and Wisconsin.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fatal collision involving a pontoon boat and a barge at Lake Pepin.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources proposes a dike repair project in Sauk County.
- An incident occurred on Lake Geneva in Walworth County, and agencies are coordinating the investigation into the matter.
- DNR conducts research on Escanaba Lake in Vilas County, using an aquarium heating analogy.
- A storm caused massive damage and power outages in Walworth County, necessitating a mutual aid response.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating seagull deaths in the city of Milwaukee.
- John Sinclair has been appointed as the Boating Law Administrator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
June 2026
13 events- A joint effort between the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to streamline park access and funding was announced.
- A fatal ATV crash occurred in Adams County, investigating the incident that took place on May 26, 2026.
- Officials urged Wisconsin DNR and DATCP to consider regulatory changes regarding avian influenza.
- The Wisconsin DNR informs fisheries management and policy for the Northern Highland Fishery Research Area.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is managing settlement funds within the state.
- St. Croix County is reviewing permit approvals and county policy to reduce phosphorus loads, with impoundment of the Willow River affecting the St. Croix River.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources responded to a drowning incident in Lake Petenwell.
- Lawmakers are scrutinizing the Wisconsin DNR's management of Potawatomi State Park in Door County.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources received grant funding for dredging operations in Door County.
- The Wisconsin DNR manages invasive species control efforts within Lake Winnebago.
- The Wisconsin DNR road widening project faces criticism and allegations of violating park master plans.
- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources enforced new vehicle safety laws in the state on June 9, 2026.
- A project involving Xcel Energy and the Mississippi River is facing shoreline erosion and the Wisconsin DNR proposing a permit for incidental taking.