SPARTA, Wis. – Today, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, Eric Toney, held a press conference outside of Monroe County Justice Center to discuss DOJ’s backlog of 1,000+ internet child sex predator referrals this year at Kaul’s Department of Justice. Toney also noted that Kaul has failed the state by leaving key DCI Agent and DOJ Prosecutor positions unfilled. He emphasized that the Eau Claire Division of Criminal Investigation field office has been hit particularly hard from Kaul’s failures – as that field office is currently only at half staff. “We need an Attorney General

MADISON, Wis. – Stoney Acres Farm in Athens, Wis., is issuing a voluntary Class I recall of frozen pizzas sold at retail stores. This includes products purchased on or after Oct. 11, 2022 and the following products: The Sauce Squash and Ramona the Pesto frozen pizzas were sold from Downtown Grocery (Wausau, Wis.), Sawmill Brewing (Merrill, Wis.), and Golden Harvest (Merrill, Wis.). The gluten-free frozen pizza products were sold at retail at Stoney Acres Farm.  This is a Class I recall, initiated based on evidence collected during a routine inspection by state inspectors. Evidence shows that the products were misbranded

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin physicians today urged voters to cast their ballots, and remind voters that access to abortion as well as legislation that reduces health care costs such as the Inflation Reduction Act are on the ballot. A voting rights expert also joined the doctors to share how eligible voters can cast their ballots now through 8 p.m. on Election Day. “Every Wisconsin voter has an opportunity on Election Day to help ensure that women have full access to health care, including access to abortion, and every family has access to affordable quality health care,” said Dr. Kristin Lyerly,

Mount Horeb, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld toured Main Street businesses in the Village of Mount Horeb with Mount Horeb Village Trustee Brett Halverson and Mount Horeb Chamber Executive Director Rachel La Casse-Ford as part of a visit to highlight state investments. Governor Tony Evers made a $1.95 million investment in Mount Horeb businesses. The Secretary-designee and Village of Mount Horeb officials met with business owners from Sugar Troll, Yoga Space, and the Skal Public House, each of which received a $10,000 Main Street Bounceback Grant. “Mount Horeb is a gem, and I’m proud to see

MADISON, Wis. – As daylight saving time ends this weekend and the clocks turn back, ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to use that extra hour to conduct safety checks around their home. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 a.m. “The time change is an excellent opportunity to make sure your emergency kits are stocked up and ready for the winter months ahead,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms are two of the most critical early warning systems in your home. Now is a great time to make sure they are working properly.”

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette University College of Business Administration has announced the launch of two new environmental, social and governance (ESG) courses to serve as preparatory course for industry driven certifications for accounting, investment professionals and ESG leaders. The courses were unveiled at the college’s recent Sustainability 2.0 Conference and launched on Tuesday, Nov. 1. There are two more courses expected in the first and second quarters of 2023 to equip organizations to manage ESG in today’s interconnected economy. The courses, “ESG Investing” and “Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting Credential,” aim to advance sustainability standards-based education in business. They will be offered to

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) reportedly plans to retire its entire fleet of F-15 fighter jets in Okinawa, Japan, without replacing them with a permanent U.S. military presence.  Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin warning that this move undermines efforts to deter a potential attack on Taiwan by the Chinese Communist Party’s People’s Liberation Army and may be perceived by Beijing as a sign of weakness. Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) also signed the letter. In part, the lawmakers wrote, “We

Washington DC — Open Enrollment for 2023 Affordable Care Act coverage begins today, giving Americans the opportunity to purchase quality and affordable health care through the ACA marketplaces. Last year, a record-breaking 14.5 million people signed up for coverage through the ACA marketplaces. With the enhanced subsidies in the Inflation Reduction Act and the Biden administration’s historic investment in the Navigator program, more people will have access to affordable health insurance than ever before. Additionally, these initiatives increase the number of people of color who are now covered by health insurance, which is imperative to reducing racial disparities across the

MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) is now accepting applications for the 2022 Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP). The program provides funding for innovative energy projects that reduce energy consumption, increase clean energy technologies, bolster preparedness and resiliency in the energy system, or incorporate comprehensive energy planning. The Commission is expected to award up to $10 million in spring 2023. Applications are due on Monday, January 30, 2023 by 4:00 p.m. “The Energy Innovation Grant Program enables Wisconsin businesses and communities to be more energy-efficient, helping create jobs, protect the environment, and save costs,” said PSC

MADISON, Wis. – New fundraising reports from Tim Michels and the Republican Party of Wisconsin show Michels’ brothers Pat and Kevin, who are CEO and Vice President of Michels Corp respectively, have poured over $1.5 million into the race – a small down payment for the millions of dollars in state contracts that could be awarded to them in a Michels administration. Despite his vague promise to divest himself from Michels Corp, Michels has never detailed how that would actually be possible. This report further shows how closely Michels has tied his campaign to his company, and just a week ago, as

GREEN BAY, WI – Today, Rep. Shelton (D-Green Bay) spoke out at Wisconsin Public Service’s public hearing at the Neville Museum in regards to proposed utility rate hikes for this winter. Her statement is as follows: “In this public office, my staff and I have had the unique opportunity of hearing from, assisting, and supporting constituents with any issues brought to our attention – frequently on the cost of living and how to make ends meet in our ever-changing economy. One of the primary stressors has been the increase in cost of utilities to just keep the lights and heat

MADISON, Wis.—The open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces begins today and, thanks to the Biden Administration and Congressional Democrats, high-quality health care coverage is more affordable than ever. Millions of Americans – including over 187,000 Wisconsinites – stand to benefit from extended premium subsidies that were included in the Inflation Reduction Act. These enhanced subsidies will continue to lower costs and provide a critical lifeline for families across the Badger State. Visit HealthCare.gov to find a plan that works for you.     Meghan Roh, Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director:“Health care lies at the heart of the Inflation Reduction Act, and the

MADISON, Wis. — Marvel superheroes are helping to turn out the vote for Democrats in Wisconsin.  Marvel cast members unite on November 6 at 5 pm CT to fundraise and to recruit volunteers in the final stretch of the election for Mandela Barnes for US Senate and Democrats up and down the ballot in Wisconsin.  The event will feature Mark Ruffalo, Don Cheadle, Natalia Cordova, Cristela Alonzo, Clark Gregg, and Rosario Dawson, with more heroes expected to join the line-up. Supporters can gain entry through a donation or by completing one of two volunteer “Get Out the Vote” shift opportunities.  The stakes in this election are enormous:

Madison, Wisconsin (Nov. 1, 2022) – Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler will deliver the State of the Judiciary address in Elkhart Lake on Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the opening of the Annual Meeting of the Wisconsin Judicial Conference. Following the chief justice’s remarks, Director of State Courts, Hon. Randy R. Koschnick, will present the Director of State Courts’ Address. The State of the Judiciary is scheduled to begin at 1:15 p.m., followed by the director’s remarks at approximately 1:45 p.m. The texts of the both speeches will be available on the court system’s web site, https://www.wicourts.gov/publications/speeches/index.htm after presentation. Both addresses are scheduled to be streamed live