MON PM Update: WILL files suit against Evers’ extended mask mandate

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty today asked a Polk County judge to issue an injunction preventing enforcement of Gov. Tony Evers’ extended mask mandate and related public health emergency. The group argued Evers has exceeded his authority by declaring three separate public health emergencies all stemm… 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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‘WisBusiness: The Show’ features Zerology’s Kalluri

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” spotlights entrepreneur Shree Kalluri, who built Forte Research Systems into a successful bioinformatics firm before selling it and starting two more companies – Zerology and Mobile22. Kalluri talks about how his new ventures employ “smart transportation” principles to reduce congestion and pollution. Also, Tom Still presents “Tech Metrics,” which chart key indicators and events in the Wisconsin economy. He’ll also preview upcoming Tech Council webinars and opportunities, such as November’s Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium. Click here to view the latest episode of the show. The show is sponsored by UW-Milwaukee, BDO and Exact Sciences. Miss a show?

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Joins Secretary Carson for affordable housing roundtable

GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today joined U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson in Green Bay for a roundtable discussing the role that public-private partnerships play in addressing affordable housing issues. The roundtable took place in an Opportunity Zone, and was followed by a tour of the Broadway Loft Apartments. “Ensuring our community has access to affordable housing has never been more important,” said Rep. Gallagher. “I thank Secretary Carson for coming to Northeast Wisconsin to highlight the important work of nonprofits like the Brown County United Way, Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity, and Neighborworks. I

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WisDems: Exposing the real Dave Armstrong: What Robin Vos and Wisconsin Republicans don’t want you to see

(WISCONSIN) — This morning, The Democratic Party of Wisconsin launched therealdavearmstrong.com, a website dedicated to unearthing 75th Assembly District GOP candidate Dave Armstrong’s dark history of racism, misogyny, and outrageous conspiracy theories. Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Jake Andrejat released the following statement: “Wisconsinites’ values are better than the hatred and division espoused by Dave Armstrong. These radical and misplaced views have absolutely no place in the State Legislature, and we want to make it abundantly clear to voters what this candidate really stands for.” Visit therealdavearmstrong.com to learn more about Armstrong’s egregious views and conspiracy theories.

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Gallagher ad touts $5.5B shipbuilding contract

U.S. Rep Mike Gallagher’s third TV ad of the campaign cycle touts a $5.5 billion contract awarded to Fincantieri Marinette Marine to build 10 new warships for the U.S. Navy. The Green Bay Republican’s campaign said the ad will run online and in the Green Bay TV market but declined to provide details on the buy.  The 30-second spot features a mix of news reports on the contract, Marinette Marine wo… 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.

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Biden campaign: Hosts Congressional Hispanic Caucus Virtual Bus Tour stop with DNC Chair Tom Perez, Comedian Cristela Alonzo, and Wisconsin leaders

On Saturday, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Virtual Bus Tour made a stop in Milwaukee with DNC Chair Tom Perez, comedian Cristela Alonzo, and local Wisconsin leaders. At the event, leaders highlighted Joe Biden’s vision for Latino families and encouraged voters to make a plan to vote. “I’m voting for people with pre-existing conditions…Healthcare is again on the ballot…Dreamers are on the ballot…When Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are elected, we will not only continue the program, Joe Biden, on day one will introduce a bill for comprehensive immigration reform. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris understand that we must build back

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Dept. of Transportation: Kennedy Road under I-39/90 in Janesville closed for three days

JANESVILLE, WI – Kennedy Road will be closed to all traffic under I-39/90 from 7 a.m. Tuesday (Sept. 29) to 7 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 1). Drivers must use alternate local routes. Emergency access will be provided to police, fire and EMS. Crews will remove the old I-39/90 southbound bridge over the roadway. The work operations and road closure are weather dependent and subject to change. The public is encouraged to stay informed and register for project email updates on the I-39/90 Project website, www.i39-90.wi.gov, and follow the I-39/90 Project Facebook page, www.facebook.com/WisconsinI3990Project. Alerts and updates provided via these sites are not intended for use while

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Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul files brief in support of states’ authority to regulate price gouging

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a bipartisan coalition of 31 states in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit to support states’ authority to enforce price gouging regulations to protect consumers during emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. “Wisconsin and other states must be able to effectively enforce laws that protect people from price gouging during emergencies. I’m joining a bipartisan group of AGs arguing that these important consumer protections shouldn’t be watered down,” said Attorney General Kaul. The coalition is urging the appellate court to overturn the district

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Announces Trade Adjustment Assistance for Wisconsin Rapids Verso Paper Mill employees

La Crosse, WI— Today, Rep. Ron Kind announced that a Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) application was approved by the U.S. Department of Labor for the workers at the Verso paper mill in Wisconsin Rapids.    “The closure of the Verso paper mill in Wisconsin Rapids left so many workers and families facing an uncertain future through no fault of their own. That’s why from day one, I’ve been working … 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.

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Protect Our Care: Trump selects anti-ACA nominee to fill SCOTUS vacancy

Judge Amy Coney Barrett Has History of Opposing Affordable Care Act MILWAUKEE, WI — Tonight, multiple news outlets are reporting that President Trump has selected Judge Amy Coney Barrett as his nominee to the Supreme Court. With the court set to hear California v. Texas, a case to overturn the ACA, on November 10, Americans’ health care is on the line like never before. In response, Protect Our Care Chair Leslie Dach issued the following statement: “From day one, President Trump has made clear that he would only nominate justices to the Supreme Court who would vote to take down

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Biden campaign: Small businesses leaders across Wisconsin endorse Joe Biden, hold events in Green Bay and Superior to discuss how he fights for Main Street, not Wall Street

Yesterday, more than 60 small business leaders from across Wisconsin endorsed Joe Biden. Senator Tammy Baldwin and State Senator Janet Bewley held virtual roundtables with small business owners during which they cited their confidence in Vice President Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan to get our economy back on track and his ability to fight for Main Street and working class families instead of Wall Street. On Wednesday, Jill Biden hosted a virtual event with Congressman Ron Kind to discuss how to improve Western Wisconsin’s economy for women. Read more highlights below: Watch on WKBT “He’s going to make sure that small businesses,

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Biden campaign: Meets Hmong Veteran Cher Kai Xiong in Wisconsin

“The fact that he just wanted to be able to have that one-on-one discussion with a Hmong veteran! I mean, that means a lot to members of the Hmong community.” Earlier this week, Vice President Joe Biden met with retired Hmong Veteran Captain Cher Kai Xiong during his visit to Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Captain Xiong served with American troops in Laos and is now advisor to the Wisconsin Lao Veterans of America. During the visit, Vice President Biden and Captain Xiong spoke about the issues important to Hmong veterans. Read more below: WAOW: Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden meets with Wisconsin Hmong

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Zunker campaign: WI-7 Dem. candidate responds to President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee

WAUSAU, WI –  President Trump has officially nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett as the Supreme Court nominee. WI-07 Democratic Candidate Tricia Zunker released the following statement in response:   “The next Supreme Court justice will cast crucial votes as it relates to ensuring people with pre-existing conditions have affordable health coverage and a woman’s right to make personal decisions about her own body. Judge Barrett’s extreme record indicates her seat on the Supreme Court will result in attacks on fundamental rights and civil rights; her placement will undo decades of progress in the areas of women’s rights, equal pay, LGBTQ+ rights, voting rights

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WisGOP: Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett for Supreme Court vacancy

[Madison, WI] – On Saturday, President Donald Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett for the vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States. Following the announcement, the Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “I want to congratulate Judge Barrett on her nomination today, and thank President Trump for nominating another judge who will uphold the Constitution and the rule of law. While he was running for office in 2016, President Trump promised to reshape the judiciary, and he’s done just that. The President continues to deliver on his promises — that’s why we

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Biden campaign: Wisconsin week in review

This week, Joe Biden traveled to Manitowoc to visit the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, where he spoke with workers and discussed his plan to bolster American industrial strength and ensure the future is “Made in All of America.” In Manitowoc, Vice President Biden also spoke about the U.S. reaching the tragic milestone of 200,000 deaths due to the coronavirus, and 100,000 cases in Wisconsin as a result of President Trump’s failed leadership. Biden discussed how he would be a president for all Americans and unite the country by putting forward a real plan to address the public health and economic crises,

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MON PM Update: WILL files suit against Evers’ extended mask mandate

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty today asked a Polk County judge to issue an injunction preventing enforcement of Gov. Tony Evers’ extended mask mandate and related public health emergency. The group argued Evers has exceeded his authority by declaring

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‘WisBusiness: The Show’ features Zerology’s Kalluri

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” spotlights entrepreneur Shree Kalluri, who built Forte Research Systems into a successful bioinformatics firm before selling it and starting two more companies – Zerology and Mobile22. Kalluri talks about how his new ventures employ “smart transportation” principles to reduce congestion and pollution.

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WisDems: Exposing the real Dave Armstrong: What Robin Vos and Wisconsin Republicans don’t want you to see

(WISCONSIN) — This morning, The Democratic Party of Wisconsin launched therealdavearmstrong.com, a website dedicated to unearthing 75th Assembly District GOP candidate Dave Armstrong’s dark history of racism, misogyny, and outrageous conspiracy theories. Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Jake Andrejat released the following statement: “Wisconsinites’ values are better than the hatred and division espoused by

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Gallagher ad touts $5.5B shipbuilding contract

U.S. Rep Mike Gallagher’s third TV ad of the campaign cycle touts a $5.5 billion contract awarded to Fincantieri Marinette Marine to build 10 new warships for the U.S. Navy. The Green Bay Republican’s campaign said the ad will run online and in the Green Bay TV market but declined

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Biden campaign: Hosts Congressional Hispanic Caucus Virtual Bus Tour stop with DNC Chair Tom Perez, Comedian Cristela Alonzo, and Wisconsin leaders

On Saturday, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Virtual Bus Tour made a stop in Milwaukee with DNC Chair Tom Perez, comedian Cristela Alonzo, and local Wisconsin leaders. At the event, leaders highlighted Joe Biden’s vision for Latino families and encouraged voters to make a plan to vote. “I’m voting for people

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Biden campaign: Small businesses leaders across Wisconsin endorse Joe Biden, hold events in Green Bay and Superior to discuss how he fights for Main Street, not Wall Street

Yesterday, more than 60 small business leaders from across Wisconsin endorsed Joe Biden. Senator Tammy Baldwin and State Senator Janet Bewley held virtual roundtables with small business owners during which they cited their confidence in Vice President Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan to get our economy back on track and

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WisGOP: Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett for Supreme Court vacancy

[Madison, WI] – On Saturday, President Donald Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett for the vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States. Following the announcement, the Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “I want to congratulate Judge Barrett on her nomination today,

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Biden campaign: Wisconsin week in review

This week, Joe Biden traveled to Manitowoc to visit the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, where he spoke with workers and discussed his plan to bolster American industrial strength and ensure the future is “Made in All of America.” In Manitowoc, Vice President Biden also spoke about the U.S. reaching the tragic

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