Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development: February lobal employment and unemployment data releases

CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of unemployment and employment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Highlights the benefits of apprenticeships

Contact: Timothy Svoboda, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – This week, at a House Education and Labor Committee hearing, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) spoke with experts about the skilled labor shortage and the benefits of encouraging high school students to pursue careers in

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THU News Summary: Evers pledges ‘to unleash’ DNR scientists; appeals court stays Dane Co. judge’s ruling in lame-duck suit

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Access the mobile version of the News Summary: https://www.wispolitics.com/category/subscribers-only/news-summary/ **************************************** Upcoming WisPolitics.com events in Wauwatosa, Madison and Milwaukee include: *An issues forum TODAY at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Wauwatosa. The event, on whether the

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Hagedorn campaign: Releases new TV ad, “Trust”

(262) 372-6866 info@judgehagedorn.com The Friends of Brian Hagedorn campaign today launched a new TV ad, “Trust,” which uncovers Lisa Neubauer’s 30-year track record as a political insider. “Lisa Neubauer sat on many cases involving clients of her family business, and

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Rep. Nygren: Statement on USS Marinette keel laying

Contact: Rep. John Nygren (888) 534-0089 Madison–State Representative John Nygren (R-Marinette), released the following statement: “Yesterday I was proud to see the keel laid on Marinette Marine’s Littoral Combat Ship 25, the future USS Marinette. Generally, the keel is the

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Dane County Exec. Parisi: Dane County offering free “Welcome to Medicare” seminars now through November

Contact: Ariana Vruwink 608-267-8823 Presented by Unbiased Professionals, Held in Various Dane County Communities Dane County is offering free “Welcome to Medicare” seminars now through November to help residents make informed decisions about their Medicare options. Medicare information is complex and complications can lead to often preventable frustration for Dane

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Foxconn Technology Group: Awards $34 million in contracts to Wisconsin-based businesses, construction on Gen6 campus to commence immediately

Media Contact: media@foxconn.com Announces series of public information sessions for next round of bid packages MILWAUKEE, WI – Foxconn Technology Group (Foxconn) and its construction manager, Gilbane | Exyte, today announced five Wisconsin-based sub-contractors who are set to immediately commence construction at its Gen6 advanced manufacturing facility campus located in the Wisconn

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AG Kaul: Advocates for Crime Labs, invites legislators to tour

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today hosted legislators at the Milwaukee and Madison locations of the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratories (WSCL) and advocated for the states crime labs to be adequately funded. The WSCL at the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) are the only full service criminal laboratories in

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Marquette’s Martin Luther King, Jr. lecture ft. writer and activist Barbara Ransby 

Contact: Anne Broeker Communication Specialist (414) 288-7536 – office (414) 217-2172 – mobile  anne.broeker@marquette.edu MILWAUKEE – Marquette University’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Lecture will feature noted historian, writer and longtime activist Barbara Ransby, who will lead a discussion titled “Black Women and Long Struggle for Racial, Gender and Economic Justice,

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Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development: February lobal employment and unemployment data releases

CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of unemployment and employment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities and counties in Wisconsin for February 2019. In brief,

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Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce: Members score perfect 100 on Human Rights Campaign’s 2019 Corporate Equality Index

Contact: Jason Rae, (715) 790-4334 jason@wislgbtchamber.com Businesses recognized for commitment to diversity and inclusion MILWAUKEE —Twenty-one members of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce received a score of 100 and the distinction of being one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” on the 2019 Corporate Equality Index compiled by

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Rep. Myers: Democratic weekly radio address: The power of your vote

Contact:  Rep. LaKeshia Myers, 608-266-5813 By Rep. LaKeshia Myers Audio File of Radio Address Hello, this is Representative LaKeshia Myers with this week’s Democratic Radio Address. I’m here to remind you that the Spring General Election is on Tuesday, April 2nd. There’s something powerful about voting. When we vote, we

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Bipartisan work recognized by national organization

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) was honored with a 2019 Legislative Action Award by the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC), a nationally-recognized think tank that actively works to find consensus and common ground to address key challenges facing the nation. The annual award recognizes Members of

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Highlights the benefits of apprenticeships

Contact: Timothy Svoboda, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – This week, at a House Education and Labor Committee hearing, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) spoke with experts about the skilled labor shortage and the benefits of encouraging high school students to pursue careers in the skilled labor market. Oftentimes students are misinformed and encouraged

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Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau: Announces the release of report 19-3

The Bureau announces the release of report 19-3, State of Wisconsin FY 2017-18 Single Audit. In FY 2017-18, state agencies administered $11.9 billion in federal financial assistance. Our audit focused on 16 federal programs that accounted for 73.0 percent of the federal financial assistance administered by state agencies in FY 2017-18.

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THU News Summary: Evers pledges ‘to unleash’ DNR scientists; appeals court stays Dane Co. judge’s ruling in lame-duck suit

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Access the mobile version of the News Summary: https://www.wispolitics.com/category/subscribers-only/news-summary/ **************************************** Upcoming WisPolitics.com events in Wauwatosa, Madison and Milwaukee include: *An issues forum TODAY at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Wauwatosa. The event, on whether the Medicaid expansion is rig… Please log in to access subscriber

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Hagedorn campaign: Releases new TV ad, “Trust”

(262) 372-6866 info@judgehagedorn.com The Friends of Brian Hagedorn campaign today launched a new TV ad, “Trust,” which uncovers Lisa Neubauer’s 30-year track record as a political insider. “Lisa Neubauer sat on many cases involving clients of her family business, and it raises serious questions,” said Lexi Ardis, campaign manager for

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Wisconsin Mental Health Summit: A Day of Policy, Partnership, and Collaboration

For more information, contact: Holly Botsford, External Relations and Engagement Manager O: 414-955-8761, C: 414-688-7960 hbotsford@mcw.edu Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW)-Green Bay to Host Experts from Across the State to Discuss Mental Health Opportunities, Challenges  WHAT: A representative from Governor Tony Evers’ administration will present the vision for mental health in Wisconsin

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Rep. Nygren: Statement on USS Marinette keel laying

Contact: Rep. John Nygren (888) 534-0089 Madison–State Representative John Nygren (R-Marinette), released the following statement: “Yesterday I was proud to see the keel laid on Marinette Marine’s Littoral Combat Ship 25, the future USS Marinette. Generally, the keel is the first part of the ship’s hull to be constructed, so

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