Dept. of Corrections: Monitor finds better atmosphere at LHS/CLS,DOC 90% in compliance with consent decree
MADISON, Wis. – The 22nd report from the federal court-appointed monitor for Lincoln Hills School/Copper Lake School (LHS/CLS) was filed Friday, noting an improvement in staff and youth attitudes as well as fewer safety fears as the state continues to progress
Dept. of Revenue: Collections, March FY2025
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Rep. Andraca: Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court decision
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court announced its decision to uphold Governor Evers’ partial line-item veto in the 2023-25 state budget that increased per-pupil funding by $325 annually through 2425. Wisconsin State Representative Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay)
Dept. of Natural Resources: Camp Lake boat launch closed for improvements April 21-25
MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a temporary closure of the Camp Lake boat launch at 27700 113th St., in the town of Trevor in Kenosha County. The launch will be closed from April 21 until
Rep. Dallman: Response to Wisconsin Supreme Court decision on 400-year veto
MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman released the following statement after the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld Governor Tony Evers’ 400-year veto. “Once again, our liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court continues to act as the second legislative body in our state,” said Representative
Sen. LeMahieu: Statement on 400 year veto decision
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Governor Evers’ 400 year veto: “The liberal majority of the Wisconsin Supreme Court proved again that they will rule based on
Rep. Murphy: Sounds alarm on free speech and discrimination threats in UW System
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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Reacts to 400-year veto lawsuit ruling
MADISON – The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 4-3 against two taxpayers challenging a controversial veto from Gov. Tony Evers in the state budget. The partial veto increased the property tax levy limit for school districts for 400 years, four centuries
Rep. Joers: Affirms WI Supreme Court decision on partial veto authority
MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court majority affirmed the Governor’s partial veto authority for the 400 year school funding revenue limit adjustment. Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) issued the following statement: “For over a decade, the Republican-controlled legislature has refused
Rep. August: Taxpayers lose big with activist court ruling
Massive property tax increases will result from Evers’ 400-year veto. MADISON… The Wisconsin Supreme Court announced its ruling today, upholding Governor Tony Evers’ “400-year Veto.” Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement following the court’s ruling: “Yet
Rep. Piwowarczyk: Condemns Supreme Court’s ruling on upholding 400-year tax hike
Madison- Representative Jim Piwowarczyk released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court decision upholding Governor Evers’ 400-year tax hike: “I am extremely disappointed that the liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court chose to uphold Governor Evers’ 400-year tax hike, enabled
WECA: Record-breaking Child Care Advocacy Day held at Capitol
Coalition marches, rallies and pushes for $480 million investment in state budget MADISON, Wis. – A record-breaking 350 advocates marched, rallied and advocated for $480 million in state funding for the child care sector at 2025 Child Care Advocacy Day
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: After storm damage, stay protected when seeking repairs
MADISON, Wis. – Today, thunderstorms producing large hail reportedly caused extensive property damage across southern Wisconsin. Consumers whose homes, vehicles, or other properties were damaged will likely seek out repair contractors, but they should practice caution while doing so. Many
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: ICYMI: Talks Trump’s tariffs, Medicaid cuts, and endangered food assistance with stops across Wisconsin
Baldwin meets with families, businesses, and non-profits at stops in Saukville, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Rhinelander, Merrill, and Wausau WISCONSIN – This week, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) stopped in Saukville, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Rhinelander, Merrill, and Wausau to connect directly with
Sen. Larson: Stands with WDPI in their rejection of Trump Admin’s illegal threats to K-12 funding
Milwaukee, WI – Senator Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee) stands with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WDPI) in their rejection of the Trump Administration’s illegal threats to K-12 funding for Wisconsin. Said Larson: “Wisconsin educators will not be badgered into submitting to the