One City Schools: One City Scholars to help kick off celebration of Black History Month at Wisconsin state Capitol
Eight Scholars from Dane County’s One City Schools will help celebrate the start of Black History Month for members of the Wisconsin State Legislature. The Legislative Black Caucus, which includes members of both the State Senate and Assembly, is holding
City Forward Collective: Position statement in support of Assembly Bill 1
City Forward Collective, alongside our advocacy partners at CFC Action Fund, announce our support for Assembly Bill 1, authored by Representatives Bob Wittke and Todd Novak, and Senate Education Committee Chair John Jagler. Colleston Morgan, CFC’s Executive Director, stated: “Last week’s
DLCC: RELEASE: Trump’s abrupt & erratic freeze of federal funding highlights state Democrats’ protections for key programs
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WisDems: Special delivery for Shady Schimel: new knee pads!
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel this morning uncovered Shady Brad Schimel desperately begging for donations from extreme far-right groups and donors. Brad Schimel’s begging demonstrates his extreme priorities and commitment to implementing a far-right agenda that will strip away the
Talking Trade with Tom Kallman, Kallman Worldwide, Inc.
In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Kallman Worldwide President and CEO Tom Kallman touts the prestige of U.S. medical products on the global stage.
Dept. of Health Services: As previewed in 2025 State of the State address, Gov. Evers approves DHS emergency rule to strengthen standards to prevent further hazardous lead exposure to Wisconsin kids
Gov. Tony Evers, as previewed in his 2025 State of the State address, announced approval of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ (DHS) emergency rule to strengthen standards to protect more kids from further lead exposure. In Wisconsin, lead poisoning or exposure
A Better Wisconsin Together: No joke, Judge Brad Schimel still selling out for campaign cash
MADISON, Wis. — Judge Brad Schimel is on the campaign trail joking he has to, “invest in knee pads, to crawl around begging people” in his chase for campaign cash, according to a news report today. But according to A Better Wisconsin
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Endorses Judge Susan Crawford
Madison, Wis. — Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) is honored to announce its endorsement of Judge Susan Crawford for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. With a distinguished legal career where she has upheld constitutional rights and protected access to reproductive health
Dept. of Natural Resources: Prepare for spring conditions with flood insurance
MADISON, Wis. – In recognition of Gov. Tony Evers’ proclamation of Feb. 2-8, 2025 as Flood Insurance Awareness Week, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is raising awareness of our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage.
WILL: Sues out-of-control WIAA for violating student’s rights
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) sued the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and the Baraboo School District for wrongfully preventing a student from participating in school sponsored and funded athletic co-curricular programming. The WIAA determined
Milwaukee Mayor Johnson: Statement on the MPS Superintendent hiring process
“I look forward to meeting with the three finalists for superintendent of Milwaukee PublicSchools later this week. All have impressive backgrounds.“I will be interested to hear how each candidate will responsibly manage the district’sfacilities and resources, work cooperatively with organizations
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Viroqua Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Viroqua is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing water mains
MON News Summary: Evers praises new EV charging station in visit to Chippewa Falls
TOP STORIES Evers [w/WisDOT Sec. Boardman] touts electric vehicle charging station in CF visit… “We are doing it in a cleaner, greener and more energy-efficient way,” Evers said. “All will be built within a mile of freeways across the state.”
Dept. of Transportation: Practice safe merging techniques to prevent crashes
Merging is a common technique on our roads that requires all drivers to stay calm and pay attention to avoid crashes. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s February Law of the Month highlights the basics of safe merging for new and experienced
Dept. of Public Instruction: Every Wisconsin student should have access to career-building opportunities
Imagine you walk into a Wisconsin high school – you see students scurrying around a student-run café, hear the hum of a hydroponic grow station for salad greens, and the noticeable buzz of power tools from the school auto shop.