With a significant winter storm forecasted to impact much of Wisconsin this week, everyone in the state is encouraged to take steps now to ensure they are prepared. The National Weather Service is forecasting several states in the Midwest will be impacted by a winter storm beginning on Wednesday evening and lasting through Saturday, which will be capable of producing strong winds, significant snowfall totals and blizzard-like conditions. In addition, dangerously cold wind chills are expected into the weekend. The storm could result in hazardous travel conditions and power outages throughout the region, which is of particular concern during the

Madison, Wis. – Rep. Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) issued the following statement after being named theChairman of the Assembly Committee on Government Accountability and Oversight:“I am honored to have the opportunity to chair this important committee again. Holding our unelectedpublic officials accountable is one of the most important issues facing our state, and this committee willbe focused on making state government as transparent as possible and not allowing the Madisonbureaucracy to grow out of control. Leaving this administration unchecked will only lead to furtherunacceptable inefficiencies such as the appalling backlogs in processing unemployment claims and statelicensing applications. This committee will be

Madison, Wis. – Today, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) was appointed to serve on the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism, Senate Committee on Economic Development and Technical Colleges, Senate Committee on Insurance and Small Business, Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government, Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue, and Senate Committee on Utilities and Technology. Senator Pfaff was also appointed to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors last week. Following the committee appointments, Senator Pfaff released this statement: “These committees reflect the strengths and needs of western Wisconsin. I’m proud to work on these issues in the 2023-24

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement: “Shame on Ascension for announcing the closure of the only Labor and Delivery Unit on Milwaukee’s southside at St. Francis Hospital just days before Christmas. This abrupt and short-sighted decision will leave expecting families on the southside without a safe and accessible hospital to receive essential birthing and postnatal services. The decision also means layoffs for dozens of hardworking union members with the Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals, AFT (WFNHP). We join together with the WFNHP, AFT to call on Ascension to fully fund the Labor and Delivery Unit

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Senator-Elect Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) was appointed by Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) as the Ranking Democrat on the Senate Committee on Health and the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. Hesselbein was also appointed to the Senate Committees on Agriculture & Tourism; Financial Institutions & Sporting Heritage; Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children & Families; and Natural Resources & Energy. Hesselbein released the following statement: “I am honored to be appointed to these committees. The fight for reproductive freedom is one of the most important issues facing our state right now and I fully expect that the

Madison, Wis. – Rep. Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) issued the following statement after being named the Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Government Accountability and Oversight: “I am honored to have the opportunity to chair this important committee again. Holding our unelected public officials accountable is one of the most important issues facing our state, and this committee will be focused on making state government as transparent as possible and not allowing the Madison bureaucracy to grow out of control. Leaving this administration unchecked will only lead to further unacceptable inefficiencies such as the appalling backlogs in processing unemployment claims and

Madison, Wis. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) announced committee appointments for members of the Senate Democratic Caucus for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.  Note: The member listed first for each committee is designated as the ranking member Standing Committees Senate Committee on Agriculture & Tourism Senator Brad PfaffSenator Jeff SmithSenator Mark SpreitzerSenator Dianne Hesselbein Senate Committee on Economic Development & Technical Colleges Senator Brad PfaffSenator Lena Taylor Senate Committee on Education Senator Chris LarsonSenator LaTonya JohnsonSenator Jeff Smith Senate Committee on Financial Institutions & Sporting Heritage Senator Mark SpreitzerSenator Dianne Hesselbein Senate Committee on Government Operations, Elections &

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Ahead of the holidays County Executive David Crowley reflects on the accomplishments of the last year. After months of major investments in equity, milestones met on noteworthy County initiatives, and a robust community outreach schedule, Crowley is now looking ahead to the opportunities to further advance the County’s vision and mission in 2023.  “I’m an organizer at heart. One thing I learned during my time organizing is that showing up is half the battle in getting anyone to understand you care about their needs. That’s why during my first two years in office it’s been important to me

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric influenza-associated death in Wisconsin for the 2022-2023 season. Nationwide, 30 pediatric influenza-associated deaths have been reported.  DHS encourages all Wisconsinites, especially children, to get vaccinated against the flu as soon as possible. Early data show this year’s flu vaccine is a match to current circulating influenza strains and will prevent or reduce symptoms of influenza infection.  “DHS is saddened to report the first death of a child from influenza in Wisconsin this season,” said DHS Chief Medical Officer and State Epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard. “Flu cases are on the

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — A National Basketball Association (NBA) point guard brought a little holiday warmth and cheer to families of deployed service members on a cold wintry Dec. 17 day. George Hill of the Milwaukee Bucks, along with his wife, children and friends, brought Christmas gifts for more than 50 children of 31 families whose Soldier is deployed with the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 157th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB) headquarters element to Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti. “I just want to say thank you guys for giving me the opportunity to come here,” Hill said at the Wisconsin National Guard’s Richards

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) sent a letter to the United States Census Bureau in support of the City of Milwaukee’s challenge to the 2020 Census of the city. Milwaukee submitted an official 2020 Census Count Question Resolution Housing Count Case today, and Baldwin and Moore’s letter was included in the request. If the request is accepted, the Census Bureau will review if certain errors were made in the 2020 Census. An accurate 2020 Census count is needed for Wisconsin’s communities to receive proper federal resources, such as funding for health care, infrastructure,

Madison, WI – Representative Treig E. Pronschinske (R-Mondovi) released the following statement regarding his appointment as Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Sporting Heritage. “I am beyond thankful and excited to serve as the Chairman of the Committee on Sporting Heritage for another legislative session. I look forward to working with my colleagues and stakeholders throughout the state to continue preserving the outdoorsman’s way of life. I am equally enthusiastic and honored to serve as a member on the other committees I have been appointed to.” Rep. Pronschinske will serve as a member on the following Assembly Committees: