Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort (WAVE): Wisconsin sees a nearly 17% decline in 2024 gun violence homicides compared to 2023
Washington, D.C. – A new report from the Center for American Progress finds that in Wisconsin, the percentage of gun violence homicides plummeted by 16.6% in the first eight months of 2024 compared to 2023. The report shows that in the 300
Johnson tells ‘UpFront’ questions ‘remain unanswered’ in Hovde-Baldwin race
“It was a close election,” U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said. “I’m sure it’s a difficult loss for him to take. He wants to make sure all the votes are counted, know all these things have been certified. There are questions that remain unanswered.”
MON AM Update: Johnson tells ‘UpFront’ questions ‘remain unanswered’ in Hovde-Baldwin race
From WisPolitics … — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said he’s spoken with GOP Senate candidate Eric Hovde in recent days about whether he will concede the race to Sen. Tammy Baldwin or request a recount. “Those would be confidential conversations,”
Wisconsin Building Trades Council: Statement regarding issuance of DNR permits to construct the Line 5 relocation project
Madison — Today, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced its decision to advance the permitting process for the Line 5 relocation project. In response, Wisconsin Building Trades Council Executive Director Emily Pritzkow issued the following statement: “We commend the Wisconsin
Wisconsin Teamsters: Applaud Line 5 relocation permit decision
Madison, Wis – The Wisconsin Teamsters Joint Council today applauded the long-awaited decision by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to issue the necessary state permits to move forward with the construction of the Line 5 relocation project in Northwestern
Operating Engineers Local 139: Applauds Wisconsin DNR’s issuance of permits for the Line 5 relocation project
MADISON, WI – After over 4 years of review, today, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued the permits under their purview for the Line 5 segment relocation project in Northwest Wisconsin. In response Terry McGowan, President and Business Manager
Construction Business Group: Commends permit issuance for Wisconsin Line 5 relocation project
MADISON, WI – Following an extensive period of review and multiple public comment opportunities, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued permits on Friday needed to move forward with the Line 5 segment relocation project in Bayfield, Ashland and
Wisconsin Pipe Trades: Celebrate issuance of Line 5 permits
Madison, Wis – The Wisconsin Pipe Trades Association was pleased to see the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced today the issuance of the permits needed to move forward with the construction of the Line 5 relocation project in Bayfield,
FRI PM Update: Big national donors drop millions in Wisconsin
From WisPolitics … — The Uihleins, Reid Hoffman, Fred Eychaner and Diane Hendricks pumped millions into federal outside groups in 2024, according to Open Secrets. They also dropped a pretty penny in Wisconsin, according to a WisPolitics check of the
Rep Oldenburg: Thanks residents of the 96th District
MADISON –Rep. Loren Oldenburg (R-Viroqua) released the following statement after 6 years of service to the Coulee region. “It has been truly an honor to serve as the State Representative for the 96th Assembly district for these past six years. I would
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent proposes $60M to expand career and technical education, college and career ready opportunities
CHIPPEWA FALLS — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proposed an additional $60 million to expand career and technical education programs throughout the state, helping prepare students for success in work, community, and life. She made the announcement during a visit to
Gov. Evers: Order flags to half-staff in honor of former State Rep. Fred Kessler
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #243 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Nov. 16, 2024, in honor of former Wisconsin State Rep. Fred Kessler,
Rewind: Your Week in Review for Nov. 15
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Republican Eric Hovde’s refusal to concede to Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and his claims about election improprieties, the state Supreme Court hearing on the state’s 1849 abortion law, agency budget requests and more.
Elections Commission refutes Hovde election claims
The commission has maintained a page at its website to refute claims about Wisconsin elections. Yesterday, the agency added four more fact checks, including three directly responding to claims Hovde raised in a more than 4-minute video he posted on Tuesday as he considers a recount request.
‘The Insiders’ review partisan reshuffling in the Wisconsin Legislature
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, review partisan reshuffling in the Wisconsin Legislature following the November general election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.