UW-Madison: They love their small-town roots: These UW-Madison undergrads advise other rural students on higher ed
MADISON — McKenna Riley first realized she was a little different from some of her peers at UW–Madison when she mentioned the annual FFA donkey basketball fundraiser game at her high school that pits teachers against alumni — and yes,
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Rep. Donovan honored with WMC’s Working for Wisconsin Award
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – presented Representative Bob Donovan with a Working for Wisconsin Award. Rep. Donovan was honored for his work during the most recent legislative session.
Wauwatosa School District: Hires Wauwatosa West High School athletic director
Wauwatosa, WI — On Monday, August 26, 2024, the Wauwatosa School District Board of Education approved Superintendent Dr. Demond Means’ recommendation to appoint Mr. Kadeem Batts as Athletic Director at Wauwatosa West High School. “Mr. Batts impressed our team with his
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Welcomes Jordahl as new director of environmental & energy policy
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association –announced Monday that Adam Jordahl has joined the organization as its new Director of Environmental & Energy Policy. Jordahl brings years of policy, lobbying and communications
Elections Commission puts Stein, Kennedy on Wisconsin’s presidential ballot
The Wisconsin Elections Commission put independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Green Party’s Jill Stein on Wisconsin’s presidential ballot despite partisan disagreements over whether they belong there.
Amundson stepping down as DCF secretary in September
Department of Children and Families Secretary Emilie Amundson will leave her position effective Sept. 11. Deputy Secretary Jeff Pertl will replace Amundson.
WED AM Update: Vance in De Pere today, Trump in La Crosse tomorrow, Walz in Milwaukee Monday
From WisPolitics … — GOP VP nominee JD Vance will be in De Pere this evening, kicking off another round of presidential ticket visits to Wisconsin. Vance will talk about the economy, inflation and energy this evening after a similar
Institute for Reforming Government: ALERT! State Supreme Court protects $50M in literacy funding
DELAFIELD, WI: Following a Dane County judge’s ruling related to $50 million in literacy funding, IRG’s CEO CJ Szafir issued the following statement: “The Court’s ruling gives Wisconsin a chance to get reading right for kids. As the Legislature intended, the
TUE PM Update: Amundson stepping down as DCF secretary in September
From WisPolitics … — Department of Children and Families Secretary Emilie Amundson will leave her position effective Sept. 11, Gov. Tony Evers announced today. Deputy Secretary Jeff Pertl will replace Amundson, according to Evers’ release. Amundson, who previously served as
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent statement on court decision in favor of the DPI
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement regarding a decision filed today in Dane County Circuit Court in favor of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The court ruled that 2023 Wisconsin Act 100, which provides funding for
Gov. Evers: Announces DCF Secretary Amundson leaving Evers administration
Deputy Secretary Pertl appointed to succeed Amundson as DCF secretary MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson will be leaving the Evers Administration, effective Sept. 11, 2024. Before being
DNC Press: ICYMI – DNC delegates represent all of America, make the case for Harris-Walz in Chicago
The Democratic National Convention brought delegates from across the country to Chicago in celebration of the Harris-Walz ticket, building on the historic momentum and energy that is already paving the path to victory in November. From the youngest, first-time delegates
Harris-Walz campaign: Is turning convention momentum into action
The enthusiasm and energy at the United Center was palpable — but that enthusiasm extended well beyond Chicago, spreading far and wide throughout the battleground states that will decide this election. The Convention marked our biggest week of organizing since
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Files amicus brief in U.S. Supreme Court to defend girls sports
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) has filed an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court case, West Virginia v. B.P.J. On behalf of the Empowered Community Coalition parent association, WILL has asked the Court to
Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Labor Day Parade and Fest 2024 in La Crosse
La Crosse, WI — Labor Day is more than just a holiday, it represents a celebration of the victories of workers in their fight for fair wages, decent working conditions, and recognition on the job. The Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO is