Rep. Goodwin: Supports the #SafeSummer Bill Package

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Representative Goodwin joined colleagues to introduce the Safe Summer Bill Package. He cosponsored two bills; one would establish universal background checks for all gun sales, ensuring that individuals with a history of concerning behavior would not

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State Affairs Wisconsin feature: Outside groups covered more than $200K in lawmakers’ travel expenses in 2024

Lawmakers listed honorariums on their statements of economic interests from groups such as the National Conference of State Legislatures, Jobs First Coalition and American Legislative Exchange Council. These payments took care of travel to places such as Tennessee, California and Colorado. Several lawmakers also reported expenses for a trip to Taiwan with other Midwestern legislators. 

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Rep. Allen: DOC Appreciation Week

Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha), along with Rep. Tittl, have created an Assembly Resolution honoring Probation and Parole Agents across the State. July 21st-July 27th will mark the Department of Corrections Probation and Parole Agents Appreciation Week. The Department

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Price County District Attorney

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Price County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Matthew McElroy’s resignation, effective July 7, 2025. The new district attorney will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends

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Rep. Goodwin: Supports the #SafeSummer Bill Package

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Representative Goodwin joined colleagues to introduce the Safe Summer Bill Package. He cosponsored two bills; one would establish universal background checks for all gun sales, ensuring that individuals with a history of concerning behavior would not be able to purchase firearms and the other implements a

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Voces de la Frontera: In solidarity with Yessenia Ruano: Milwaukee community stands with beloved teacher and mother forced to self-deport

With growing support from Milwaukee residents, leaders, and advocates, Yessenia’s departure has been delayed. (Milwaukee, June 3, 2025)- Yessenia Ruano, a longtime Milwaukee Public Schools teacher’s aide, survivor of human trafficking, and mother of 10-year-old twin daughters who are U.S. citizens, was ordered on May 30th by U.S. Immigration and

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Wisconsin Gun Safety Coalition: Legislators, healthcare providers, community advocates introduce legislation for a safe summer across Wisconsin communities

MADISON, WI – The summer months often see increased rates of violence in communities across our state. Following a Memorial Day weekend where numerous Wisconsinites were injured or lost their lives in gun-related tragedies, Wisconsin Gun Safety Coalition Co-Chairs Representative Shelia Stubbs, Representative Deb Andraca, Senator LaTonya Johnson, Wisconsin Attorney

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: WATCH: Baldwin calls out Education Secretary for gutting funding for student mental health in Wisconsin

More than a third of Wisconsin’s high school students reported feeling depressed, sad, or hopeless WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) questioned Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon on the Trump administration’s

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Demands Trump Administration reverse course on Milwaukee Job Corps closure

Nearly 240 students in Milwaukee abruptly losing access to job training, housing after Trump claws back bipartisan funding for workforce program WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, demanded the Trump Administration reverse course on the decision

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Rep. Andraca: Statement on “Safe Summer” gun safety package

Introduces measures to prevent gun violence, keep communities safe MADISON, Wis. – Today, Rep. Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay) joined her colleagues to introduce a package of gun safety legislation in the State Capitol. This package includes gun violence prevention measures, which are widely supported by communities across the state,

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State Affairs Wisconsin feature: Outside groups covered more than $200K in lawmakers’ travel expenses in 2024

Lawmakers listed honorariums on their statements of economic interests from groups such as the National Conference of State Legislatures, Jobs First Coalition and American Legislative Exchange Council. These payments took care of travel to places such as Tennessee, California and Colorado. Several lawmakers also reported expenses for a trip to Taiwan with other Midwestern legislators. 

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking tips on illegal elk shooting

BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) still needs the public’s help to gather information on the illegal killing of a bull elk in Jackson County. Reward For Information On Illegal Elk Shooting The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is offering a $5,000 reward, and the Wisconsin Buck and Bear

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Rep. Allen: DOC Appreciation Week

Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha), along with Rep. Tittl, have created an Assembly Resolution honoring Probation and Parole Agents across the State. July 21st-July 27th will mark the Department of Corrections Probation and Parole Agents Appreciation Week. The Department of Corrections probation and parole agents have been serving Wisconsin

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