Forward Latino: Statement on Milwaukee immigration facility

Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Sen. Tomczyk: Governor Evers raids federal COVID money…again

Madison… This morning, Governor Evers signed an executive order creating the Office of Violence Prevention using federal monies meant for COVID-19 response. Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding Governor Evers announcement: “Yesterday, we saw the Governor play

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Weekly GOP radio address: Voter ID: A common-sense idea

Hello, State Senator Van Wanggaard here, proudly representing Wisconsin’s 21st District. Last week the State Senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a valid photo ID to vote. Earlier this week, the Assembly approved the same measure. This means that

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Rep. Prado: Attends press conference regarding proposed ICE facility in Milwaukee Aldermanic District 9

Milwaukee, Wis. – Today, Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee) joined Alderwoman Larresa Taylor in a press conference to address community concerns surrounding the recent proposal from Homeland Security to relocate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility currently located on Knapp Street to a larger facility on 11925 West Lake Park

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Acuity: Surpasses $3B in annual revenue, sets growth records in 2024

Acuity announced that in 2024 the company surpassed $3 billion in annual revenue for the first time in its 99-year history. The insurer’s growth rate of nearly 20% generated more than a half billion-dollar increase in topline revenue, an all-time record. Acuity’s 2024 revenue increase was paired with the highest

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Forward Latino: Statement on Milwaukee immigration facility

Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. National President Darryl Morin issued the following statement: “As we

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Medical College of Wisconsin: Statement on the newly created Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention

Milwaukee, Wis. – January 15, 2025 – On Tuesday, Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order to establish the statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention. In response, Reggie Moore, Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement in the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center, issued this statement: “The Comprehensive Injury Center at

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WED PM Update: Dane County officials vow to stand up for non-citizens

From WisPolitics … — Dane County leaders vowed to advocate for and protect residents regardless of their immigration status today as President elect-Donald Trump prepares to take office Monday. Trump has proposed mass deportations as a way to crack down on illegal immigration into the United States. District Attorney Ismael

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Sen. Tomczyk: Governor Evers raids federal COVID money…again

Madison… This morning, Governor Evers signed an executive order creating the Office of Violence Prevention using federal monies meant for COVID-19 response. Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding Governor Evers announcement: “Yesterday, we saw the Governor play politics once again. In these tragic times, the Governor uses

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court

MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by Judge Gregory J. Potter’s retirement. Jerabek will complete a term ending July 31, 2025.  “Greg Jerabek’s legal experience and extensive involvement

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Weekly GOP radio address: Voter ID: A common-sense idea

Hello, State Senator Van Wanggaard here, proudly representing Wisconsin’s 21st District. Last week the State Senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a valid photo ID to vote. Earlier this week, the Assembly approved the same measure. This means that on your April 1st ballot, you will have the opportunity

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Rep. Roe: Supports the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Rep. Ann Roe (D-Janesville) attended Governor Tony Evers’ press conference regarding the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention. The Office of Violence Prevention will invest in programs and communities to prevent gun violence across the state.  At the press conference, Dakota, the Vice President of

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Rep. Roe: Voted against voter ID amendment for April ballot

Madison, WI – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly held its first session of 2025 on a bill that would place voter ID requirements into the Wisconsin Constitution. Wisconsin already has a state statute requiring photo identification when voting. The bill puts this constitutional amendment on the April ballot for voters

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Gov. Evers, Dept. of Transportation: Approve over $10 million in grants to strengthen Wisconsin’s ports, bolster state’s waterborne commerce

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced Harbor Assistance Program grants totaling more than $10 million for five harbor maintenance and construction projects in La Crosse, La Pointe, Marinette, Green Bay, and Manitowoc. Improvements will help strengthen supply chain reliability, support waterborne

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Gov. Evers: ICYMI: Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin, WisDOT, Amtrak celebrate $38.6 million federal investment in Wisconsin passenger rail service

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today joined U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), and Amtrak in celebrating the recent announcement of a $38.6 million federal grant to fund operating costs during the first six years of service for the Borealis train, the newest passenger rail service

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces former Rep. Sean Duffy at Transportation Secretary Confirmation Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced former U.S. Representative Sean Duffy, nominee for Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOT), in the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. As a member of the committee, Senator Baldwin also pressed former Rep. Duffy on the incoming Trump Administration’s commitment to… Please

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Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Producer-led watershed protection grants continue to increase conservation practices on Wisconsin farms

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has released the 2022-2023 impact report for the Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grant Program (PLWPG), which shows that conservation practices among producer-led groups in the program rose by 43% from 2022 to 2023. These practices help reduce soil erosion

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