WED News Summary: Hovde calls for raising Social Security age for those under 40 years old
TOP STORIES Hovde calls for cutting budget to 2019 levels, raising Social Security age for under 40 … Speaking at a luncheon co-sponsored by the Milwaukee Press Club and Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Hovde proposed pulling back federal spending to
Sen. Jagler: Statement on Milwaukee Resource Officer lawsuit
Madison… Wednesday, Senator John Jagler (R-Watertown) issued the following statement regarding the lawsuit filed by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) to bring School Resource Officers back to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS): “It is unfortunate that MPS must
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Earns American Farm Bureau Federation’s “Friend of Farm Bureau” award
Award recognizes Baldwin’s steadfast commitment to Wisconsin farmers and rural communities EAU CLAIRE COUNTY, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) received the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) “Friend of Farm Bureau” award, recognizing her steadfast commitment to Wisconsin farmers
Sen. Ballweg: Receives Working for Wisconsin award
Madison…The Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce presented Senator Joan Ballweg with the Working for Wisconsin Award at EK Machine Co., Inc. in Fall River on October 7, 2024, for her strong record of supporting the state’s business and manufacturing community. “I appreciate the
Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort (WAVE): New Study – Gun Death in Wisconsin – Released by Educational Fund and Violence Policy Center
Guns claimed 830 Wisconsin lives in homicides, suicides, and unintentional deaths, according to latest data Washington, DC — Guns claimed the lives of 830 Wisconsin residents in 2022 according to Gun Death in Wisconsin, a new joint report by the Wisconsin
Lyerly campaign: ICYMI: National law enforcement leaders tout the importance of electing leaders like Dr. Kristin Lyerly
Green Bay, WI – Last week, national law enforcement leaders praised Dr. Kristin Lyerly’s history of strong support for law enforcement professionals and the rule of law. Harry Dunn and Danny Hodges, two of the police officers who protected our Capitol
Dept. of Motor Vehicles: Releases International Crane Foundation license plates
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers a new special license plate designed and sponsored by the International Crane Foundation, a non-profit organization. This plate supports the organization’s worldwide efforts to conserve cranes and
UW-Eau Claire: Thursdays at the U speakers to discuss domestic violence and survivor support
Allie Musolf and Sarah Wittrock are the featured speakers for the Oct. 17 presentation of the Thursdays at the U series at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Barron County. They will present “Domestic Violence: Personal and Factual” from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in
MKE 2024 Host Committee: Makes furniture donations to 20 local charities
Milwaukee—The MKE 2024 Host Committee has made large-scale furniture donations tocommunity-focused organizations throughout the Milwaukee area. The furniture items were left over from the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. “With the convention behind us, we’re thrilled that we continue
UW Health: Eastpark Medical Center integrates clinical trials into patient care
MADISON, Wis. – The first patients will be seen at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center in just a few short weeks, and these patients will have even more seamless access to clinical trials. Clinical trials, or research in which people
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Revenue: Announce $1.56 billion in shared revenue for local governments in 2025
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), published 2025 shared revenue estimates of over $1.5 billion. One of the most significant sources of funding provided by the state to local governments, Wisconsin’s shared revenue
Building Back Together: ICYMI: Biden-Harris administration takes aim at poisonous lead pipes, announces $2.6 billion in new clean water funding
New rule will ensure full lead pipe replacement across the country within a decade while delivering clean drinking water to disadvantaged communities WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a landmark final rule requiring the replacement of all lead pipes in drinking
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Recognizes Fire Prevention Week
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) kicked off Fire Prevention Week Monday with a couple of stops highlighting groups that keep Wisconsin communities safe from fire. “Most people associate our agency with licensing professionals, but
Hovde campaign: Truth Matters: Hovde slams Tammy Baldwin for lying about his position on Social Security
MADISON — The Eric Hovde for Senate campaign blasted Tammy Baldwin’s latest TV ad that lies about Eric’s position on Social Security. The latest “Truth Matters” post makes clear Eric believes Social Security shouldn’t change for anyone currently receiving social security and needs
Fair Wisconsin and GSAFE: File four new federal complaints detailing hostile environments fostered by school boards
Complaints filed on behalf of trans and nonbinary students in Winneconne Community School District, Muskego-Norway Schools, the School District of Abbotsford, and Hartford Union High School District Fair Wisconsin and GSAFE today filed joint federal civil rights complaints against four