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MADISON, Wis – Jodi Habush Sinykin flips key state senate seat against extreme Republican incumbent Duey Stroebel. See stories below: Washington County Daily News – Habush Sinykin prevails over Stroebel, [Lisa Curtis, 11/7/24] Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin did Tuesday what many thought was
Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates endorsed candidates on their successful campaigns to serve in the Wisconsin state legislature. Sen. Rob Stafsholt (SD-10) won election to the state Senate. Rep. Joy Goeben (AD-05), Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (AD-30),
Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. Millions of Wisconsinites went out to the polls or mailed in their ballots and made their voices heard in recent weeks. On top of that, this week, we also celebrated Election Hero Day.
TOP STORIES Baldwin wins reelection by defeating a Trump-backed opponent… Baldwin declared victory earlier Wednesday after the tally of absentee ballots from Milwaukee was reported. She had a lead of 0.9% based on the unofficial results, just within the 1%
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 7, 2024, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve
OCONOMOWOC, Wis. — The Oconomowoc VA Outpatient Clinic will host an open house from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16. The event is open to the public and intended for Veterans, families, and caregivers to learn more about the recently opened Oconomowoc
After Republicans held onto their majority in the Assembly, Speaker Robin Vos vowed the state’s projected $3.5 billion surplus would either go back to taxpayers as relief or stay in the state’s coffers.
Is it possible to live better with less? David Welder, an environmental engineer and naturalist, will describe his “retro-revolutionary” approach to saving natural resources, money and sanity during his Thursdays at the U presentation Nov. 14 at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Milwaukee, WI – Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee will be hosting a march and rally on Saturday, November 9th at 1pm, at Dontre Hamilton Park, 920 N Water Street. In response to Trump winning the election, together, we will show out
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From WisPolitics … — Sen. Chris Kapenga tells WisPolitics he is dropping his bid to continue as Senate president following a challenge from fellow Republican Mary Felzkowski after realizing he didn’t have the votes to secure reelection. Kapenga, R-Delafield, wrote
Milwaukee, WI – Rep. Scott Krug issued a statement today on behalf of RightCount – Wisconsin’s Leadership Advisory Council recognizing the strength, integrity, and dedication demonstrated throughout the state’s election process. With record-breaking voter turnout, election workers the entire state handled an
Tomahawk, WI – Mary Felzkowski, the incumbent Senator and a candidate for the 12th State Senate District, released the following statement after she was declared the winner of the seat in Tuesday’s election: “I am honored to be re-elected to serve as
Statement from Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale: As the dust settles on an unprecedented election, Wisconsin’s union members are proud of our accomplishments and are looking to the future. Vice President Kamala Harris has been a stalwart champion of workers
MADISON, Wis. — Following Vice President Kamala Harris’ remarks in Washington, D.C. this evening, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Wisconsin Democrats worked their hearts out to elect Vice President Harris to the presidency, but came up short. For
Wisconsin Elections Administrator Meagan Wolfe says Election Day in Wisconsin “went very well and was successfully administered.” But Wolfe, while speaking to media Wednesday, declined to say whether she will remain in her current role after the election is certified.
After issues at Milwaukee’s central count and other communities that took until Wednesday to report results, Krug said he wants to have a conversation about moving to a Florida-style system.
From WisPolitics … — Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin is calling on GOP rival Eric Hovde to concede with her campaign saying the “few possible outstanding votes will not change the winner in this race.” Hovde didn’t concede this morning
WISCONSIN – As votes continue to be tallied and finalized from around the state, the board members of the Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin applaud election officials for conducting a smooth election and addressing the rare errors in a timely, bipartisan
WASHINGTON — GIFFORDS, the national gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, congratulated Sen. Tammy Baldwin on securing her reelection to the United States Senate, where she will serve her third term. “As a gun owner herself, Senator Baldwin knows
MADISON, Wis – Jodi Habush Sinykin flips key state senate seat against extreme Republican incumbent Duey Stroebel. See stories below: Washington County Daily News – Habush Sinykin prevails over Stroebel, [Lisa Curtis, 11/7/24] Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin did Tuesday what many thought was the impossible, and ousted Duey Stroebel, R-Cedarburg, from the State
Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates endorsed candidates on their successful campaigns to serve in the Wisconsin state legislature. Sen. Rob Stafsholt (SD-10) won election to the state Senate. Rep. Joy Goeben (AD-05), Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (AD-30), Rep. William Penterman (AD-38), Rep. Travis Tranel (AD-49), Rep… Please log
Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. Millions of Wisconsinites went out to the polls or mailed in their ballots and made their voices heard in recent weeks. On top of that, this week, we also celebrated Election Hero Day. Election Hero Day gives all of us the opportunity to
TOP STORIES Baldwin wins reelection by defeating a Trump-backed opponent… Baldwin declared victory earlier Wednesday after the tally of absentee ballots from Milwaukee was reported. She had a lead of 0.9% based on the unofficial results, just within the 1% margin that would allow for Hovde to request a recount
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 7, 2024, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve financial well-being. The Wisconsin Saves program is an emp… Please
OCONOMOWOC, Wis. — The Oconomowoc VA Outpatient Clinic will host an open house from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16. The event is open to the public and intended for Veterans, families, and caregivers to learn more about the recently opened Oconomowoc VA Clinic. The community-based outpatient clinic opened over the summer
After Republicans held onto their majority in the Assembly, Speaker Robin Vos vowed the state’s projected $3.5 billion surplus would either go back to taxpayers as relief or stay in the state’s coffers.
Is it possible to live better with less? David Welder, an environmental engineer and naturalist, will describe his “retro-revolutionary” approach to saving natural resources, money and sanity during his Thursdays at the U presentation Nov. 14 at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Barron County. David Welder Welder will present “Living Off
Milwaukee, WI – Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee will be hosting a march and rally on Saturday, November 9th at 1pm, at Dontre Hamilton Park, 920 N Water Street. In response to Trump winning the election, together, we will show out to remind the people that reproductive rights are human rights,
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From WisPolitics … — Sen. Chris Kapenga tells WisPolitics he is dropping his bid to continue as Senate president following a challenge from fellow Republican Mary Felzkowski after realizing he didn’t have the votes to secure reelection. Kapenga, R-Delafield, wrote in a text message he called Felzkowski, R-Tomahawk, last night
Milwaukee, WI – Rep. Scott Krug issued a statement today on behalf of RightCount – Wisconsin’s Leadership Advisory Council recognizing the strength, integrity, and dedication demonstrated throughout the state’s election process. With record-breaking voter turnout, election workers the entire state handled an extraordinary number of voters, managed lines, and reported results efficiently,…
Tomahawk, WI – Mary Felzkowski, the incumbent Senator and a candidate for the 12th State Senate District, released the following statement after she was declared the winner of the seat in Tuesday’s election: “I am honored to be re-elected to serve as the State Senator for the 12th District. I thank all
Statement from Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale: As the dust settles on an unprecedented election, Wisconsin’s union members are proud of our accomplishments and are looking to the future. Vice President Kamala Harris has been a stalwart champion of workers and organized labor, and we are disappointed she did not
MADISON, Wis. — Following Vice President Kamala Harris’ remarks in Washington, D.C. this evening, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Wisconsin Democrats worked their hearts out to elect Vice President Harris to the presidency, but came up short. For so many Americans, especially members of communities whose freedoms, prosperity,
Wisconsin Elections Administrator Meagan Wolfe says Election Day in Wisconsin “went very well and was successfully administered.” But Wolfe, while speaking to media Wednesday, declined to say whether she will remain in her current role after the election is certified.
After issues at Milwaukee’s central count and other communities that took until Wednesday to report results, Krug said he wants to have a conversation about moving to a Florida-style system.
From WisPolitics … — Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin is calling on GOP rival Eric Hovde to concede with her campaign saying the “few possible outstanding votes will not change the winner in this race.” Hovde didn’t concede this morning saying in a statement he planned to “continue to monitor
WISCONSIN – As votes continue to be tallied and finalized from around the state, the board members of the Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin applaud election officials for conducting a smooth election and addressing the rare errors in a timely, bipartisan manner. The board, including former Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, former
WASHINGTON — GIFFORDS, the national gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, congratulated Sen. Tammy Baldwin on securing her reelection to the United States Senate, where she will serve her third term. “As a gun owner herself, Senator Baldwin knows that responsible gun ownership and commonsense legislation designed to save