WisDems Disability Caucus: Hosting statewide forum with governor candidates
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Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Muslim and Jewish caucuses condemn ICE detention of ISM President Salah Sarsour
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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Marks six years of providing strong rights for Badger State crime victims
For the past six years, Marsy’s Law has provided essential protections for crime victims’ to ensure they are treated with dignity and respect in the criminal justice system. MADISON, Wis. — This week marks the sixth anniversary of the ratification of
Testin calls for rejecting Evers’ nominations to UW Board of Regents if they fire Rothman
A Senate GOP leader is calling for the Senate to reject every nomination to the UW Board of Regents if President Jay Rothman is removed “without just cause.”
UW-Stout: Equine therapy gives UW-Stout clinical mental health students skills to support clients’ growth
Menomonie, Wis. – There is something therapeutic to a slow, rhythmic trail ride on horseback. You begin to feel grounded in the quiet nature of the woods and in the calming company of horses. The calm can lead to new
WisGOP: Chris Taylor is dangerous for Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin will decide the future of our Supreme Court. Their choice is principled Judge Maria Lazar or Anti-victim Chris Taylor. As we await the results of this election, it is important to remember that Judge Maria Lazar stands
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Statement on UW President Jay Rothman
MADISON – Kurt R. Bauer, President/CEO of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), issued the following statement ahead of the April 7th Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents meeting to decide the fate of UW President Jay Rothman. “Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce,
U.S. Attorney Elgersma: Chippewa County man sentenced to 9 years for armed methamphetamine trafficking
MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Patrick J. Buswell, 51, Holcombe, Wisconsin, was sentenced last week by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 9 years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine intended for distribution and possessing a firearm
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Statement on ICE illegally holding Salah Sarsour for more than a week
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after ICE has now illegally held Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee and a legal permanent resident for more than 30 years with no criminal record, for more
Disparti Law Group: Oconto Falls teacher, David Heisel, surrenders teaching license
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League of Women Voters: Hosts forum on data centers April 11
Saturday, April 11, 10am-12:30 pm Shorewood Village Center 3920 N. Murray Ave., Shorewood, WI Milwaukee – The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County is hosting a free presentation on the impact of hyperscale data centers on Saturday, April 11. The
League of Wisconsin Municipalities: Applauds final step in PFAS compromise
Toni Herkert, the Government Affairs Director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, released the following statement after Governor Evers signed Assembly Bills 130 and 131 today as Wisconsin Acts 200 and 201. “The Governor’s action today marks the final step
WisDems: ROUND UP: Wisconsinites fired up for Supreme Court race and beyond
MADISON, Wis. — With less than two days until the Supreme Court election, voters across the Badger State are showing up to cast their ballots and get out the vote for Judge Chris Taylor. It’s already clear that voters have little
Rep. Kaufert: Slams Evers’ veto of tax relief for middle- and working-class Wisconsin families
PR 4-6-26 Kaufert Slams Evers’ Veto of Tax Relief for Working-Class Wisconsin FamiliesDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new
Rep. Billings: Governor signs legislation to address PFAS
Madison – Today, Governor Evers signed two bills—Assembly Bill 130 and 131—to address PFAS contamination in Wisconsin. Representative Jill Billings issued the following statement in response: “Today is a great day for Wisconsin. After many years of advocating and working