Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Gov. Evers: Wisconsin applies for lost wages assistance grant

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON — Gov. Evers today announced that the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) submitted a grant application for Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) program yesterday and is currently awaiting federal approval. “Wisconsin workers continue to face financial burdens and stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are working hard to ensure folks across the state are able to access the support they need,” said Gov. Evers. “While I am grateful to be able to provide an additional $300 to eligible claimants, Wisconsin needs Congress and the Trump administration to come to an agreement on a

AG Kaul: Kenosha officer involved shooting

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us KENOSHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is continuing to investigate an officer involved shooting (OIS) in Kenosha, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Sunday, August 23, 2020. Kenosha Police Department officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2800 block of 40th Street after a female caller reported that her boyfriend was present and was not supposed to be on the premises. During the incident, officers attempted to arrest Jacob S. Blake, age 29. After the initial attempt to arrest Mr. Blake, Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey deployed a taser to attempt to stop

Trump: Republicans must condemn violence in ‘Democrat-run’ cities like Kenosha

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

In accepting the GOP nomination for reelection, President Trump held up Kenosha as an example of “Democrat-run cities” plagued by rioting, looting, arson and violence. Trump continued to push a law-and-order message in his speech, promising the justice system will hold police accountable for misconduct and warning America can never allow mob rule. “In the strongest possible terms, the Republican P… 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

Propeller Health to enter Japanese market

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Madison-based Propeller Health will begin distributing its digital health platform in Japan to patients using two Novartis inhaler medications to treat uncontrolled asthma — the first step in entering Japan’s market. “In Japan, our market entry is occurring in partnership with Novartis, so right now we’re only available in Japan for patients who use Enerzair or Atectura Breezhaler to manage their asthma,” said Propeller spokesperson Rachel Fields. Enerzair Breezhaler was approved in Japan on June 29 for the treatment of bronchial asthma. The health platform helps manage the condition by attaching a sensor to the Enerzair or Atectura Breezhaler inhaler,

Researchers looking to treat depression with psychedelic mushrooms

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Researchers at the nonprofit Usona Institute in Fitchburg are looking to improve how depression is treated by turning to an unorthodox medicine: psychedelic mushrooms. These so-called “magic mushrooms” contain a substance known as psilocybin, which has shown promising results in early clinical trials for patients with clinical depression. According to Charles Raison, a professor at UW-Mad… 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.

Milwaukee restaurants see no revenue boost from DNC

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Bars and restaurants in the Milwaukee area saw no revenue boost during last week’s Democratic National Convention, but Wisconsin Restaurant Association CEO Kristine Hillmer sees hope in some other tourist areas of the state. “Talking with members, we did not see an increase in business,” she told WisBusiness.com. Hillmer noted restaurants in some parts of the state are faring better than others amid the pandemic. She said certain areas such as the Wisconsin Dells and Door County are seeing more drive-in traffic, and “are doing pretty decently.” “More people are doing more stay-cations, rather than people getting in an airplane

WisBusiness: The Show with Jackie Hind of Plumb Pharmaceuticals

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” spotlights Jackie Hind of Plumb Pharmaceuticals, which won the grand prize in the 2020 Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. Hind will talk about the company’s novel platform for extended-release medications and why the first application is focused on opioid addiction. Also, Tom Still presents “Tech Metrics,” whic… 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.

Wisconsin business owner says Trump put government ‘on our side’

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

The owner of a small Wisconsin foundry told the Republican National Convention this evening President Trump put the government “on our side” by cutting taxes and regulations while providing a boost during the COVID-19 pandemic. Debbie Flood, president of architectural hardware manufacturer Melron Corp. in Schofield, said Joe Biden doesn’t know anything about business or creating jobs, knocking his… 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.

Duffy slams Evers’ response to Kenosha unrest during pre-RNC event

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy praised President Trump as the “law and order president” this evening while slamming Gov. Tony Evers for not immediately sending National Guard troops to Kenosha Sunday night. The Wausau Republican in a pre-convention virtual event said “we should all be outraged” from the events over unrest in the city since a Sunday incident where police shot Jacob Blake in the back multiple times. ”The governor should’ve sent in the National Guard right away, but he didn’t,” he said. “I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or a Republican, we should all be outraged that someone’s