With Wisconsin residents under Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order, the WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider how the COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping political organizing and the issues important to voters. Sponsored by Michael Best Strategies and the Wisconsin Counties Association.
Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after Senator Fred Risser announced his retirement from the Wisconsin State Legislature. Sen. Risser is the longest serving legislator in Wisconsin history and the longest serving state legislator in U.S. history. “Senator
On the newest episode of “Battleground Wisconsin Now,” Edge Messaging LLC President Brian Fraley and Cap Times Opinion Editor Jessie Opoien discuss the state and federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic as Gov. Tony Evers issues a “safer-at-home” order.
The Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association thanks the Wisconsin Congressional delegation in their bipartisan support in passing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Act not only provides much needed relief for families and businesses impacted by
APPLETON – Senate President Roger Roth (R–Appleton) issued the following statement regarding the announcement that Senator Fred Risser will not seek re-election. “As we all know, Fred is the longest serving state or national legislator in the history of our
MADISON, Wis. — Maj. Gen. Paul E. Knapp, Wisconsin’s adjutant general, relieved Col. James V. Locke of his duties as commander of the 128th Air Refueling Wing today, due to lost confidence in his ability to command. This decision was
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andres Palm today exercised their authority under Article V, Section 4 of the Wisconsin Constitution and Sections 323.12(4) and 252.02(6) of the Wisconsin Statutes to simplify healthcare license renewals during
[Madison, WI] – The Republican Party of Wisconsin filed an original action with the Wisconsin Supreme Court to protect Wisconsin’s election laws. Upon filing the original action, the Republican Party of Wisconsin issued the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt:
WASHINGTON – The Republican State Leadership Committee’s (RSLC) Judicial Fairness Initiative (JFI) today released new television advertisements in support of Justice Daniel Kelly’s campaign for election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Click here or on the image below to view the advertisement. Click here or on the image
Madison – On Friday, State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills) issued the following statement after Governor Evers directed the Legislature to send millions of ballots to voters in Wisconsin. “Again, the Governors’ actions create more confusion for Wisconsinites throughout our
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) on March 26, 2020 suspended the motor vehicle dealership license of Mad City Sales, Inc., Madison. The DMV Dealer and Agent Section identified violations of DMV processes and proscribed business
[Madison, WI] – Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement in regard to how the state should proceed in allocating the federal dollars in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency. “I would like to thank President Trump and
MILWAUKEE — PolitiFact Wisconsin has weighed in on a wave of false, baseless attack ads against Judge Jill Karofsky, writing, “the ad is based on sloppy research that misunderstood the meaning of the online case records. We rate this claim
[Madison, WI] – In response to the dismissal of a Green Bay lawsuit seeking changes to the April 7 election, the Republican Party of Wisconsin issued the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “The dismissal of this lawsuit is a
MADISON – Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement on Representative Chris Taylor’s decision not to seek re-election: “Representative Chris Taylor has been a dedicated advocate for her constituents for her entire career. There are
A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit, filed late yesterday, also wants the deadline pushed back to June 2
Kenosha/Racine – As reported today, nationwide, 3.3 million people filed first-time unemployment claims last week, a record, as the coronavirus caused mass shutdowns. People are scared, not just of the health implications, but of how they are going to provide for
MUKWONAGO – Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr, candidate for Wisconsin Court of Appeals District II, released the first radio ad of his campaign today, on the heels of his first television ad. The radio ad focuses on his experience on the bench and commitment
Madison, WI – Kelda Roys confirmed today that she will run for the open State Senate district being vacated by the retiring Sen. Fred Risser. “We celebrate and thank Sen. Risser for his many decades of service,” Roys said. ”I’ve
This column is a follow-up about the long-term strategic path of the Cap Times, but it seemed necessary to acknowledge the pandemic as the elephant in the room.
With Wisconsin residents under Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order, the WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider how the COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping political organizing and the issues important to voters. Sponsored by Michael Best Strategies and the Wisconsin Counties Association.
Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after Senator Fred Risser announced his retirement from the Wisconsin State Legislature. Sen. Risser is the longest serving legislator in Wisconsin history and the longest serving state legislator in U.S. history. “Senator Risser is a legislative icon. He devoted his life to
On the newest episode of “Battleground Wisconsin Now,” Edge Messaging LLC President Brian Fraley and Cap Times Opinion Editor Jessie Opoien discuss the state and federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic as Gov. Tony Evers issues a “safer-at-home” order.
The Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association thanks the Wisconsin Congressional delegation in their bipartisan support in passing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Act not only provides much needed relief for families and businesses impacted by the coronavirus crisis, but also provides crucial support for protecting
APPLETON – Senate President Roger Roth (R–Appleton) issued the following statement regarding the announcement that Senator Fred Risser will not seek re-election. “As we all know, Fred is the longest serving state or national legislator in the history of our country. He has held leadership roles in both the majority
MADISON, Wis. — Maj. Gen. Paul E. Knapp, Wisconsin’s adjutant general, relieved Col. James V. Locke of his duties as commander of the 128th Air Refueling Wing today, due to lost confidence in his ability to command. This decision was based on issues concerning command climate, poor judgment, and alleged
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andres Palm today exercised their authority under Article V, Section 4 of the Wisconsin Constitution and Sections 323.12(4) and 252.02(6) of the Wisconsin Statutes to simplify healthcare license renewals during the COVID-19 public health emergency and to encourage recently retired
[Madison, WI] – The Republican Party of Wisconsin filed an original action with the Wisconsin Supreme Court to protect Wisconsin’s election laws. Upon filing the original action, the Republican Party of Wisconsin issued the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “The Republican Party of Wisconsin is proud to stand up
WASHINGTON – The Republican State Leadership Committee’s (RSLC) Judicial Fairness Initiative (JFI) today released new television advertisements in support of Justice Daniel Kelly’s campaign for election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Click here or on the image below to view the advertisement. Click here or on the image below to view the second advertisement “Justice Daniel Kelly’s commitment
Madison – On Friday, State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills) issued the following statement after Governor Evers directed the Legislature to send millions of ballots to voters in Wisconsin. “Again, the Governors’ actions create more confusion for Wisconsinites throughout our state. Earlier this week he released a “Safer-at-Home” order with
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) on March 26, 2020 suspended the motor vehicle dealership license of Mad City Sales, Inc., Madison. The DMV Dealer and Agent Section identified violations of DMV processes and proscribed business practices, which resulted in the 45-day suspension. The suspension ends
[Madison, WI] – Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement in regard to how the state should proceed in allocating the federal dollars in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency. “I would like to thank President Trump and commend him on his leadership in helping our state navigate
MILWAUKEE — PolitiFact Wisconsin has weighed in on a wave of false, baseless attack ads against Judge Jill Karofsky, writing, “the ad is based on sloppy research that misunderstood the meaning of the online case records. We rate this claim Pants on Fire.” These ads are being run by corporate
[Madison, WI] – In response to the dismissal of a Green Bay lawsuit seeking changes to the April 7 election, the Republican Party of Wisconsin issued the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “The dismissal of this lawsuit is a victory for the integrity of Wisconsin’s election laws and our
MADISON – Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement on Representative Chris Taylor’s decision not to seek re-election: “Representative Chris Taylor has been a dedicated advocate for her constituents for her entire career. There are not enough ways to describe her fierce determination to seek
A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit, filed late yesterday, also wants the deadline pushed back to June 2 for municipal clerks to count all ballots returned by mail.
Kenosha/Racine – As reported today, nationwide, 3.3 million people filed first-time unemployment claims last week, a record, as the coronavirus caused mass shutdowns. People are scared, not just of the health implications, but of how they are going to provide for themselves and their families. It can be confusing and overwhelming,
MUKWONAGO – Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr, candidate for Wisconsin Court of Appeals District II, released the first radio ad of his campaign today, on the heels of his first television ad. The radio ad focuses on his experience on the bench and commitment to upholding the rule of law. “Bugenhagen can be tough
Madison, WI – Kelda Roys confirmed today that she will run for the open State Senate district being vacated by the retiring Sen. Fred Risser. “We celebrate and thank Sen. Risser for his many decades of service,” Roys said. ”I’ve had the privilege of knowing him since I was a
This column is a follow-up about the long-term strategic path of the Cap Times, but it seemed necessary to acknowledge the pandemic as the elephant in the room.