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Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen, current Chair of the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections, responds to Speaker Vos removing her from the Campaigns and Elections committee beginning January 3: “It certainly is no surprise to anyone that Robin
MILWAUKEE — La Causa, Inc. Board Chair announces the retirement of President and CEO, George A. Torres. After 14 years with the organization, Torres will retire in early Q1 of 2023. “Leading La Causa for the past decade and a
The Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) announces the publication of a new fact sheet on Housing Stability. Where people live directly impacts their well-being. Youth who live in stable housing have better mental health, physical health, school attendance, academic
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that 2023 is right around the corner. Those looking for a healthy, refreshing kick-off to the new year can join one of the First Day Hikes happening at Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Happy holidays to you and your families. For many, it is a season of joy and giving to end a productive and busy year. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is looking ahead
Yesterday, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined Jake Tapper on State of the Union to discuss his vision for the Select Committee on China and the dangers of TikTok. Click HERE to watch the full interview, or read highlights of the conversation below:
STORY TOPICS – Coronavirus – State government – Federal government – Local government – Agribusiness – Civil liberties – Courts – Culture – Demographics – Education – Elections – Environment – Labor – Law and order – Manufacturing – Minnesota
MADISON — Comedian Charlie Berens told a crowd at the Kohl Center Sunday that he still dreams about UW–Madison, his alma mater. In the recurring dream, Berens said he shows up to class to give a speech. But there’s not
Blugold alumna Camila Mennitte Pereyra told University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduates on Saturday that they have a responsibility to use the “great power” of their new college degrees to help improve the lives of others. Mennitte Pereyra delivered the “Charge
Madison, WI – Yesterday, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced committee assignments for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. Representative Rob Swearingen (R – Rhinelander) released the following statement in response the announcement. “I’d like to thank Speaker Vos for reappointing me as
MILWAUKEE – Yesterday, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted [10-6] a resolution to request the Audit Services Division of the Office of the Comptroller conduct an audit of the 2012 agreement between Milwaukee County and the Rock Sports Complex/Ballpark Commons. The author of
MILWAUKEE, WI – After traveling to the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce in November, County Executive David Crowley is ending the year strong with a continued push for a revenue solution just before the holidays. Seeing the next three months as mission-critical
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: WisPolitics Editor JR Ross, 608-441-8418 or ross@wispolitics.com MADISON – The four declared candidates for the 2023 spring Wisconsin Supreme Court election have agreed to appear at a WisPolitics.com forum on Monday Jan. 9 at the Monona
The League of Wisconsin Municipalities welcomes Kristin Mickelson as the newest member of the team following the retirement of Member Engagement and Communications Director Gail Sumi. The new communications specialist position will lead the production of League communications, including the
STORY TOPICS – Local government – Agribusiness – Courts – Economy – Education – Environment – Health care – Law and order – Management – Manufacturing – Non-profits – Public health and safety – Real estate – Retail – Tourism
MILWAUKEE – On Friday, December 3 County Supervisor Sequanna Taylor was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Supervisor Taylor made the following statement: “My thanks go out to those who chose to honor me, as well as to the long list of volunteers who have
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of approximately $253 million in key projects across the state. “From ensuring guests have the best experience at any of our amazing state parks to making important updates to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development, is announcing that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $28 million to establish the Institute for Rural Partnerships to address the unique
GREEN BAY, Wis. – The largest fall class of graduates will cross the stage on Saturday, while being urged to “make a difference” in the region. A total of 558 eligible graduates and their families celebrate the 2022 Fall Commencement,
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen, current Chair of the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections, responds to Speaker Vos removing her from the Campaigns and Elections committee beginning January 3: “It certainly is no surprise to anyone that Robin Vos did not re-appoint me as chair of the Campaigns
MILWAUKEE — La Causa, Inc. Board Chair announces the retirement of President and CEO, George A. Torres. After 14 years with the organization, Torres will retire in early Q1 of 2023. “Leading La Causa for the past decade and a half has been an incredible honor, and the decision to
The Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) announces the publication of a new fact sheet on Housing Stability. Where people live directly impacts their well-being. Youth who live in stable housing have better mental health, physical health, school attendance, academic performance, participation in extracurricular activities, and improved earnings later in
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that 2023 is right around the corner. Those looking for a healthy, refreshing kick-off to the new year can join one of the First Day Hikes happening at Wisconsin state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas this upcoming Jan.
MADISON, Wis. – Happy holidays to you and your families. For many, it is a season of joy and giving to end a productive and busy year. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is looking ahead to 2023 after a year of both addressing challenges and
Yesterday, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined Jake Tapper on State of the Union to discuss his vision for the Select Committee on China and the dangers of TikTok. Click HERE to watch the full interview, or read highlights of the conversation below: On his plans for the Select Committee on China: “The
STORY TOPICS – Coronavirus – State government – Federal government – Local government – Agribusiness – Civil liberties – Courts – Culture – Demographics – Education – Elections – Environment – Labor – Law and order – Manufacturing – Minnesota – Non-profits – Pfas – Public health and safety –
MADISON — Comedian Charlie Berens told a crowd at the Kohl Center Sunday that he still dreams about UW–Madison, his alma mater. In the recurring dream, Berens said he shows up to class to give a speech. But there’s not just one professor there — it’s all his professors. And
Blugold alumna Camila Mennitte Pereyra told University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduates on Saturday that they have a responsibility to use the “great power” of their new college degrees to help improve the lives of others. Mennitte Pereyra delivered the “Charge to the Class” at the two commencement ceremonies, thanking those
Madison, WI – Yesterday, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced committee assignments for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. Representative Rob Swearingen (R – Rhinelander) released the following statement in response the announcement. “I’d like to thank Speaker Vos for reappointing me as Chairman of the Assembly Committee on State Affairs. I look
MILWAUKEE – Yesterday, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted [10-6] a resolution to request the Audit Services Division of the Office of the Comptroller conduct an audit of the 2012 agreement between Milwaukee County and the Rock Sports Complex/Ballpark Commons. The author of the resolution, Supervisor Patti Logsdon made the following statement: “I’d like to thank
MILWAUKEE, WI – After traveling to the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce in November, County Executive David Crowley is ending the year strong with a continued push for a revenue solution just before the holidays. Seeing the next three months as mission-critical to gain additional revenue, the focus for the Move Forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: WisPolitics Editor JR Ross, 608-441-8418 or ross@wispolitics.com MADISON – The four declared candidates for the 2023 spring Wisconsin Supreme Court election have agreed to appear at a WisPolitics.com forum on Monday Jan. 9 at the Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison. The lunchtime event will be
The League of Wisconsin Municipalities welcomes Kristin Mickelson as the newest member of the team following the retirement of Member Engagement and Communications Director Gail Sumi. The new communications specialist position will lead the production of League communications, including the monthly magazine, newsletters, social media, and website. Mickelson will work
STORY TOPICS – Local government – Agribusiness – Courts – Economy – Education – Environment – Health care – Law and order – Management – Manufacturing – Non-profits – Public health and safety – Real estate – Retail – Tourism – Utilities – Editorials – Columns TOP STORIES Vos removes
MILWAUKEE – On Friday, December 3 County Supervisor Sequanna Taylor was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Supervisor Taylor made the following statement: “My thanks go out to those who chose to honor me, as well as to the long list of volunteers who have worked beside me over the years. To receive recognition from President
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of approximately $253 million in key projects across the state. “From ensuring guests have the best experience at any of our amazing state parks to making important updates to serve students, veterans, and agency staff, each of these projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development, is announcing that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $28 million to establish the Institute for Rural Partnerships to address the unique challenges facing rural communities through research, outreach activities, and partnership
GREEN BAY, Wis. – The largest fall class of graduates will cross the stage on Saturday, while being urged to “make a difference” in the region. A total of 558 eligible graduates and their families celebrate the 2022 Fall Commencement, Saturday, December 17, 2022 in two ceremonies at the Weidner