U.S. Rep. Pocan: Votes against reckless Republican funding bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) voted against the partisan government funding bill that fails to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that lower premiums for millions of Americans. Republicans drafted this bill without any input from Democrats.
Jamie Stiehm: Kirk assassination overshadowed remembrance of 9/11 heroes
Kirk’s death is being used as a cudgel by Trump, when he could have invited the nation to grieve and come to a clearing of reconciliation in our violent and angry public square.
Opportunity Wisconsin: Congressional Republicans refuse to reverse health care cuts ahead of potential government shutdown
MADISON, Wis. – This morning, Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden once again stood by disastrous cuts to Medicaid by voting for a Republican-backed funding package that fails to reverse these cuts. Ahead of a September 30 deadline to fund the
Dept. of Workforce Development: Announces disaster unemployment assistance for Wisconsinites impacted by recent severe storms and historic flooding
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced today that federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available for eligible workers in Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties due to severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and mudslides that occurred Aug.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Interstate Park commemorates 125 years with anniversary celebration
ST. CROIX FALLS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend an anniversary celebration event at Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Join DNR staff, partners, local officials and other special guests to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the
Rep. Brill: Seeks to close dangerous THC loophole
Madison – Today, Representative Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls), Representative Jim Piwowarczyk (R-Hubertus), Representative Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego), Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield), and Senator Chris Kapenga (R-Delafield) began circulating a common-sense corrective bill which would close the existing loophole in our state’s
Sen. Jacque: “No Tax on tips” and support for parents grieving stillborns move to senate floor
MADISON, WI… The Wisconsin Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue Thursday advanced bipartisan measures authored by State Senator André Jacque (R-New Franken), including a state version of “No Tax on Tips.” “These common-sense initiatives are intended to spark economic growth
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Coalition of students and parents urge SCOTUS to protect girls’ privacy
The News: On behalf of three high school students and a coalition of Wisconsin parents, WILL filed an amicus brief in West Virginia v. B.P.J, a case currently before the Supreme Court of the United States. WILL argues that laws limiting
Underly calls feds ‘biggest schoolyard bully’ in public schools
State Superintendent Jill Underly during her fifth State of Education address said the federal government is “the biggest schoolyard bully.”
Dept. of Natural Resources: How to test your deer for CWD this hunting season
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that they play an important role in the continued efforts for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) surveillance and management in Wisconsin. One of the most effective tools for monitoring CWD
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley: Shares update on federal funding assistance
MILWAUKEE – The federal approval of Governor Tony Evers’ request for a major disaster declaration in Wisconsin on September 11 opened the door for individuals and households to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). However, there have
UW-Stout: University interns gain environmental job skills assessing health of region’s waters
Menomonie, Wis. – Cayanna Erickson says interning with the 2025 Red Cedar Basin Monitoring Group will give her a step up when she enters the job market. The University of Wisconsin-Stout undergraduate recently declared a B.S. environmental science major, and
UW-Madison School of Public Affairs: New edition of landmark book on solar energy underscores global shifts
Madison, Wis., – Professor Gregory Nemet, the La Follette School of Public Affairs’ pioneering scholar in energy systems, technological innovation, and climate policy, released the second edition of his influential book on solar energy this summer. How Solar Energy Became Cheap examines the rapidly
Ortiz-Velez campaign: Announces re-election run
Contact: Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (sylviasindependence@yahoo.com) Milwaukee, WI – Today, State Assembly Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez announces her candidacy for reelection to the 8th Assembly District. It has been my honor to serve the people of the 8th Assembly District as their representative
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Administration: Announce $1.3 million in grants for 35 Wisconsin coastal communities in celebration of coastal awareness month
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), and in celebration of “Coastal Awareness Month,” today announced $1.3 million in grants for 35 Wisconsin coastal communities to protect and improve the state’s Great Lakes resources