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WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement. “After conversations with my family, I have made the decision to resign my position as a member of the House of Representatives for Wisconsin’s Eighth Congressional District, effective April 19, 2024.
Madison, WI – Following the recent conclusion of the 2023-2024 legislative session, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a number of bills into law, including Assembly Bill 627 – now Act 143 – which State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) introduced. Act 143
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced the Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act, legislation to give relief to those who have been victims of fraud, scams, thefts, accidents, and other
March 20, 2024 — Nasra Wehelie, Alder for Madison Common Council District 7, proudly announces her candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly District 80. “Through my advocacy work in equity, access, and opportunity, I will be a strong voice and make
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, the Washington Post reported that Eric Hovde spoke at an event in Green Bay alongside Brandon Straka, a January 6 insurrection convict who admitted he knowingly illegally entered Capitol grounds and shouted “Take it!” to other rioters trying to steal a
Global environmental change has come to the forefront of public discourse in recent years. Socially vulnerable groups are the most likely to suffer in such times of environmental threat. Vulnerability levels are highest for historically disadvantaged groups based on characteristics
MADISON, Wis. – Tammy Baldwin is once again carrying water for Hamas and its sympathizers. In the wake of Hamas declining multiple overtures from the Biden Administration and Israel for a humanitarian ceasefire and release of remaining hostages, Senator Baldwin was asked by
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to submit feedback on the draft Lake Management Plan for Spur Lake in Oneida County by March 28, 2024. The proposed management plan provides important background information, historical context and
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MADISON, WI – March 20, 2024 – Dane County Parks is requesting input from county residents to update a plan that helps determine how Dane County manages its outdoor resources, including what recreation activities are important to them and what may make
Racine County, WI – Community uproar follows recent remarks by Assembly Speaker Robin ‘CCP’ Vos, labeling his constituents as “morons and whack jobs” while trivializing the significant recall efforts against him as a “stupid petition.” This has only intensified the
Greenfield – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement following a press conference which highlighted the need for Governor Evers to sign Senate Bill 514. This critical legislation combats the epidemic of reckless driving and the many that flee from police.
Madison – Chippewa Valley area legislators expressed their frustration with the governor’s continued political games concerning important healthcare funding. Two weeks ago, the governor partially vetoed legislation that would have allocated $15 million to stabilize emergency services in the Chippewa Valley.
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s election (April 2, 2024). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most
GRATIOT, Wis. – Local farmer members of the Lafayette Ag Stewardship Alliance gathered earlier this month to celebrate the continual conservation improvements they are seeing on their farms as well as learn from leading researchers about innovations on the horizon.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the death of one person at Devil’s Lake State Park in Sauk County. Area emergency responders are on scene as the investigation continues. There is no threat to the
Milwaukee, Wis. – Milwaukee County residents demand a favorable vote from the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on March 21 when they consider Gaza ceasefire Resolution 24-240: Supporting and urging for a permanent cease-fire in Israel and in Gaza and the West
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today blasted Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature for their continued delays in releasing $15 million in already-approved funds to help stabilize healthcare access in Western Wisconsin in the wake of the recent announcement of
[Grantsburg, Wis.] – Today, Duke Tucker, a Republican from Grantsburg, WI formally launched his campaign for State Assembly in the newly redrawn 75t h Assembly District. The current 28th Assembly District seat has been held since 2018 by Rep. Gae
WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement. “After conversations with my family, I have made the decision to resign my position as a member of the House of Representatives for Wisconsin’s Eighth Congressional District, effective April 19, 2024. “I’ve worked closely with House Republican leadership on this timeline
Madison, WI – Following the recent conclusion of the 2023-2024 legislative session, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a number of bills into law, including Assembly Bill 627 – now Act 143 – which State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) introduced. Act 143 makes a number of changes to Wisconsin’s Business Development Tax
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced the Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act, legislation to give relief to those who have been victims of fraud, scams, thefts, accidents, and other personal casualty losses. The legislation reinstates the tax deduction for
March 20, 2024 — Nasra Wehelie, Alder for Madison Common Council District 7, proudly announces her candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly District 80. “Through my advocacy work in equity, access, and opportunity, I will be a strong voice and make tangible, sustainable progress in the state legislature,” said Nasra Wehelie.
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, the Washington Post reported that Eric Hovde spoke at an event in Green Bay alongside Brandon Straka, a January 6 insurrection convict who admitted he knowingly illegally entered Capitol grounds and shouted “Take it!” to other rioters trying to steal a police officer’s shield. Read more below: Washington Post: Candidate attended
Global environmental change has come to the forefront of public discourse in recent years. Socially vulnerable groups are the most likely to suffer in such times of environmental threat. Vulnerability levels are highest for historically disadvantaged groups based on characteristics such as race, age, socioeconomic status, ability, and English proficiency.
MADISON, Wis. – Tammy Baldwin is once again carrying water for Hamas and its sympathizers. In the wake of Hamas declining multiple overtures from the Biden Administration and Israel for a humanitarian ceasefire and release of remaining hostages, Senator Baldwin was asked by A.J. Bayatpour of CBS 58 whether she favored a humanitarian
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to submit feedback on the draft Lake Management Plan for Spur Lake in Oneida County by March 28, 2024. The proposed management plan provides important background information, historical context and past and current management objectives and timelines for Spur Lake
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MADISON, WI – March 20, 2024 – Dane County Parks is requesting input from county residents to update a plan that helps determine how Dane County manages its outdoor resources, including what recreation activities are important to them and what may make residents more likely to visit a park or participate in
Racine County, WI – Community uproar follows recent remarks by Assembly Speaker Robin ‘CCP’ Vos, labeling his constituents as “morons and whack jobs” while trivializing the significant recall efforts against him as a “stupid petition.” This has only intensified the drive among Racine County residents for leadership that genuinely reflects
Greenfield – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement following a press conference which highlighted the need for Governor Evers to sign Senate Bill 514. This critical legislation combats the epidemic of reckless driving and the many that flee from police. This legislation increases the penalties for fleeing an officer by
Madison – Chippewa Valley area legislators expressed their frustration with the governor’s continued political games concerning important healthcare funding. Two weeks ago, the governor partially vetoed legislation that would have allocated $15 million to stabilize emergency services in the Chippewa Valley. Instead, the governor’s partial veto removed all guidelines requiring the
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s election (April 2, 2024). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most common form of identification used for voting purposes. A federally
GRATIOT, Wis. – Local farmer members of the Lafayette Ag Stewardship Alliance gathered earlier this month to celebrate the continual conservation improvements they are seeing on their farms as well as learn from leading researchers about innovations on the horizon. More than 40 farmers, community members and affiliated partners attended
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the death of one person at Devil’s Lake State Park in Sauk County. Area emergency responders are on scene as the investigation continues. There is no threat to the public. The park remains open…. Please log in to access
Milwaukee, Wis. – Milwaukee County residents demand a favorable vote from the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on March 21 when they consider Gaza ceasefire Resolution 24-240: Supporting and urging for a permanent cease-fire in Israel and in Gaza and the West Bank. This resolution is widely supported by Milwaukee County residents
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today blasted Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature for their continued delays in releasing $15 million in already-approved funds to help stabilize healthcare access in Western Wisconsin in the wake of the recent announcement of HSHS and Prevea Health’s decision to close several locations. Over
[Grantsburg, Wis.] – Today, Duke Tucker, a Republican from Grantsburg, WI formally launched his campaign for State Assembly in the newly redrawn 75t h Assembly District. The current 28th Assembly District seat has been held since 2018 by Rep. Gae Magnafici (R-Dresser). After serving her constituents over three terms, Rep.