FRI PM Update: Records: Former UW-Madison DEI head demonstrated lapse in leadership, fiscal responsibility in giving bonuses, approving travel expenses
From WisPolitics … — UW-Madison removed the chancellor overseeing DEI after he demonstrated “a significant lapse in leadership and fiscal responsibility” that included giving substantial bonuses to his staff without consulting others, according to records released today. UW–Madison Division of
USDA NASS Upper Midwest Regional Office: Wisconsin ag news — honey
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Kinser campaign: ICYMI: Three more Milwaukee Public Schools buildings to temporarily close due to lead hazards
MADISON, Wisc. – In case you missed it, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported on Thursday that three more Milwaukee Public School (MPS) buildings have been forced to close their doors due to dangerous levels of lead. In response to the latest closures, Superintendent
Wisconsin Farmers Union: Wisconsin farmers, food pantries, and hunger relief organizations urge USDA to restore local food assistance programs
Wisconsin received notice last Friday that the USDA is abruptly terminating the 2025 Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (LFPA) mid-implementation, which will cause lasting harm to nearly 300 local farms in Wisconsin and the food pantries that depend on their
Dept. of Natural Resource: Seeking public input on duck hunting season zones and splits proposals
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this release stated the incorrect deadline for feedback. That error has been corrected below. MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to submit their input on the proposed 2026-2031 duck hunting
WisDems: Gov. Tim Walz to join WisDems Next People v. Musk grassroots town hall in Eau Claire
MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, March 18, Gov. Tim Walz will join Wisconsin Democrats for a People v. Musk grassroots town hall event in Eau Claire. Wisconsinites will gather to hear from Gov. Walz and featured speakers on the influence of Elon Musk in
Rep. Roe: Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program advocacy day in the Capitol
Madison, Wis. – This week, Representative Ann Roe (D-Janesville) met with constituents advocating for the continuation of funding for the Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program in the upcoming 2025-2027 State Budget. This program is the state of Wisconsin’s main source of
Dept. of Public Instruction: Launches new webpage to track federal funding impact on Wisconsin schools, libraries
New resource includes interactive map, real-time updates and district-specific flyers MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has launched a new webpage dedicated to providing real-time updates, critical information, and resources related to federal funding for public schools and libraries across the
DLGA: Dispatch: Democratic LGs launch statewide campaigns and deliver for working families
Two Democratic Lt. Governors, Minnesota Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan and Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist, announced their run for statewide office this past month. The Democratic Lt. Governors Association has committed support to each campaign, as we look forward to
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul wins temporary block on mass firings of federal probationary employees and gets fired employees their jobs back
Federal judge orders 18 federal agencies to give employees their jobs back by Monday MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul issued the following statement after a federal judge in the United States District Court for Maryland on Thursday issued a temporary restraining
UW–Eau Claire: Financial fraud protection to be addressed during Thursdays at the U
Gina Rivard, branch lead for CCFBank in Rice Lake, is the featured speaker for the next Thursdays at the U presentation at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Barron County. Rivard will discuss financial fraud protection from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin tree leaders recognized for exceptional community service
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council recently announced its annual awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout the state. The Wisconsin Urban Forestry
Dept. of Workforce Development: Awards 17 businesses and organizations commercial driver training grants
Grants fund businesses and organizations that offer training for in-demand occupation MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced $468,255 in grants to 17 businesses and organizations in 13 counties across the state to increase the number of
Kinser campaign: What they are saying: Jill Underly lowering standards harmful for Wisconsin
MADISON, Wisc. – In case you haven’t heard us say it before, Jill Underly, the current Superintendent of Public Instruction, lowered the testing standards set to measure the progress of our children when it comes to reading, writing, and doing math well. In
WILL: Trump administration opens investigation into discriminatory practices of Johns Hopkins and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
The News: The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) just announced two new federal investigations against discriminatory DEI education and training programs at major academic medical centers—Johns Hopkins University and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. WLWT TV in Cincinnati, Ohio broke the story last night. HHS’s investigations