THU PM Update: JFC co-chairs hire private attorney to review proposed settlements

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — GOP leaders of the Joint Finance Committee hired a private attorney to review any proposed settlements reached by the AG with the clock ticking for state action on one deal. Co-chairs Alberta Darling, R-River Hills, and John Nygren, R-Marinette, say the step should resolve concerns Dem AG Josh Kaul raised during a hearing Tuesd… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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Pocan questions Dems’ chances of winning 7th CD seat

U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan questioned Dems’ chances of winning the 7th CD in an upcoming special election, saying the northern Wisconsin district has been gerrymandered to the GOP’s benefit. Pocan told the Madison Rotary Club Wednesday the 7th CD had become a “tougher district” for Dems to win after Sean Duffy represented the district after more than four decades of Dem U.S. Rep. David Obey. And he blamed the practice of allowing politicians to pick their voters for leading to a situation in which “there isn’t a competitive district” in the state. Duffy, R-Weston, announced Monday he will resign Sept.

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DHS says cases of severe lung disease linked to vaping devices containing THC

Most of the people in the state who recently developed severe lung diseases after vaping say they used e-cigarettes or other vaping devices containing THC — the main active chemical in marijuana. That’s according to the state Department of Health Services, which is tracking 32 confirmed or probable cases of respiratory issues linked to vaping THC products, including 11 cases that “need further investigation.”  This comes as health groups in the state are stepping up their warnings about vaping products, while the number of related hospitalizations continues to rise in Wisconsin and around the country.  The Milwaukee Health Department this

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Sen. Taylor and Mothers Against Gun Violence: Partner to educate during national life insurance month

(MADISON) – Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following information to encourage and motivate Wisconsinites to get life insurance.  September is National Life Insurance Month and Senator Taylor is working with Debra Gillispie, founder of Mothers Against Gun Violence (MAGV), to highlight the importance of life, health, car, home, and renter’s insurance. In anticipation of National Life Insurance Month, Debra Gillispie shared the following statement: “I knew how it felt to go through the loss of your child.  I lost my son to gun violence. At the same time trying to figure out, how am I going to pay for

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Department of Justice: First conviction issued after testing of backlogged sexual assault kits

WAUPACA, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that a jury in Waupaca County convicted Leroy R. Whittenberger of three counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault, class C Felonies, for the assault of a teenage victim that occurred in July 2012. The victim’s sexual assault kit was tested as part of the Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) in 2017. This is the first conviction to result from the testing of backlogged sexual assault kits in Wisconsin. The case was presided over by Waupaca County Judge Troy L. Nielsen. “A survivor who waited years for justice has finally received

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Department of Health Services: Majority of Wisconsin lung disease patients who reported vaping cite THC products

In the Wisconsin investigation of people with lung disease who reported vaping, 89% of the 27 cases interviewed so far reported using e-cigarettes or other vaping devices to inhale THC products, such as waxes and oils, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced today. THC is the active ingredient in marijuana. While most cases have reported vaping THC products, DHS is continuing to investigate all possible causes. The connection to THC products is based on interviews with cases, and the agency is working with FDA to determine the contents of used vaping products. “Vaping cartridges containing THC may include chemicals

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Sen. Darling: Finance Co-chairs announce confidentiality resolution

[Madison, WI] – On Thursday, the Co-Chairs of the Joint Committee on Finance authorized counsel for the Committee to sign the confidentiality agreement that Attorney General Kaul demanded for complying with the law. The Co-Chairs said in a statement: “Despite the Attorney General’s obvious efforts to undermine state law, the Committee on Joint Finance has authorized counsel to sign the confidentiality agreement proposed by the Attorney General. The Attorney General’s demand is contrary to his prior practice – including when discussing settlements with the governor – and is an obvious effort to undermine the law by delaying the committee’s work.

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WisPolitics Midday – August 29, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: State Rep Mark Pocan says Dems will have trouble winning a special election to replace Sean Duffy. Legislative Audit Bureau report released on Wisconsin Veteran’s Home at King.

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WisBusiness: the Show with Dana Guthrie of Alchemy Angel Investors of Milwaukee

The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” features an interview with Dana Guthrie of Alchemy Angel Investors of Milwaukee, who will outline the group’s investment targets and its larger role in the Milwaukee area. Also, Liz Schrum presents Tech Metrics, which chart key indicators and events in the Wisconsin economy. In a separate commentary, Tech Council President Tom Still talks about the upcoming Early Stage Symposium on Nov. 6-7 at Madison’s Monona Terrace. Companies that apply by Sept. 20 will be considered for chances to meet and pitch to investors from Wisconsin and beyond.

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Braeger Auto Group: Changes name to Lake Auto Group

Contact: Press@LakeAutoGroup.com New Name Reflects Roots, Commitment to Greater Milwaukee Community [Milwaukee, Wis.] – Braeger Auto Group today announced a name change to Lake Auto Group effective September 1. This re-branding begins the next chapter in the company’s long history serving the greater Milwaukee area. Braeger Chevrolet will become Lake Chevrolet, and Braeger Ford will become Lake Ford. The company will continue with the same ownership, management, and locations – along with the same great customer experience. The name ‘Lake’ holds deep significance to the neighborhood surrounding Lake Auto Group. The Town of Lake, created in 1838, existed in Milwaukee

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Pocan questions Dems’ chances of winning 7th CD seat

U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan questioned Dems’ chances of winning the 7th CD in an upcoming special election, saying the northern Wisconsin district has been gerrymandered to the GOP’s benefit. Pocan told the Madison Rotary Club Wednesday the 7th CD had become a “tougher district” for Dems to win after Sean

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Sen. Darling: Finance Co-chairs announce confidentiality resolution

[Madison, WI] – On Thursday, the Co-Chairs of the Joint Committee on Finance authorized counsel for the Committee to sign the confidentiality agreement that Attorney General Kaul demanded for complying with the law. The Co-Chairs said in a statement: “Despite the Attorney General’s obvious efforts to undermine state law, the

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WisPolitics Midday – August 29, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: State Rep Mark Pocan says Dems will have trouble winning a special election to replace Sean Duffy. Legislative Audit Bureau report released on Wisconsin Veteran’s Home at King.

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Braeger Auto Group: Changes name to Lake Auto Group

Contact: Press@LakeAutoGroup.com New Name Reflects Roots, Commitment to Greater Milwaukee Community [Milwaukee, Wis.] – Braeger Auto Group today announced a name change to Lake Auto Group effective September 1. This re-branding begins the next chapter in the company’s long history serving the greater Milwaukee area. Braeger Chevrolet will become Lake

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