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MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs, as Ranking Democratic Member of the Assembly Committee on Corrections, attended an informational hearing regarding the deaths of 4 Persons In Our Care (PIOC) at Waupun Correctional Institution and issues within the Department
Madison, WI – State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Green Lake) released the following statement after the Universities of Wisconsin System Board of Regents took action to give a second raise in less than four months to top administrative officials, along with significant
WASHINGTON, DC — Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) and Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) were recognized by the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) for their noteworthy safety efforts for 2023. FAM and FMM were among 16 U.S. shipyards who received “Excellence in
(Milwaukee, July 9, 2024) – Voces de la Frontera Action strongly condemns the Republican National Committee’s racist and anti-immigrant platform, which echoes Donald Trump’s extreme policy agenda and record. This simplistic document reflects Trump’s bigotry and tone and perpetuates a
WEST BEND, WI –Washington County will host a brief ceremonial signing of the sale of the Samaritan Campus to EOM Healthcare Group tomorrow. County Executive Josh Schoemann, County Board Chair Jeff Schleif and EOM Healthcare Group owner Jacob Jeidel will sign
Concerns over Wisconsin’s prison system continue to amplify Madison, WI— State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) issued the following statement in response to today’s informational hearing on the Department of Corrections: “The issues plaguing the DOC can no longer be ignored.
Those seeking to oust Assembly Speaker Robin Vos are vowing to appeal a Dane County judge’s ruling rejecting their request to order a recall election.
De Pere, WI – Trump-endorsed Conservative Tony Wied today announced raising nearly $1M in his first-ever fundraising quarter. Wied raised more than $919,000 across his fundraising committees, which include his campaign, victory committee, and LPAC. Wied had major figures in
The Democratic National Committee announced a series of ads knocking Trump and praising President Joe Biden will appear on the sides of 57 buses circulating around Milwaukee during the convention. Meanwhile, the DNC and Republican Voters Against Trump are both up with billboards around the city.
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee area economic indicators weakened in May, according to a Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) monthly report. Seven of 23 May indicators improved over year-ago levels, down from the 10 improvements posted in April. “After some positive
GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today proudly announced his endorsement by three additional Northeast Wisconsin Republican county sheriffs: Oconto County Sheriff Todd Skarban, Shawano County Sheriff George Lenzner, and Manitowoc County Sheriff Dan Hartwig; bringing his
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently published its 2023 Annual Drinking Water Report, showing that more than 99% of the public water systems in Wisconsin met all water quality standards for contaminants. The 2023 report summarizes compliance
New Navigator polling finds that Americans deeply oppose the health care policies in Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for a second Trump term. Specifically, 83 percent oppose removing protections for people with pre-existing conditions, 81 percent oppose putting a new
Milwaukee, WI – The Coalition to March on the RNC is gathered here today to condemn the court’s decision to reject our claim that the city is infringing on our First Amendment rights. What we have seen happen in Milwaukee
STEVENS POINT, WI – Today, State Rep. Katrina Shankland released her seventh ad across TV and multiple mediums in advance of the August 13 Democracy primary election for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. The ad highlights Shankland’s defense of voting rights in
MADISON — Today, the Joint Committee on Finance approved matching funds for the Biden-Harris administration’s $49 million grant to the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub. This funding will support a coalition of 15 organizations dedicated to advancing personalized healthcare in the state.
Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney has endorsed Rep. Melissa Ratcliff for Wisconsin State Senate in the new Senate District 16. He is one of more than 100 current and former elected leaders in Senate District 16 publicly endorsing Ratcliff,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, delivered remarks at the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations markup after the Republican majority refused to fund one of his community projects solely because it
Former Governor Scott Walker announced his endorsement of Lesli Boese for Waukesha County District Attorney on the Dan O’Donnell show this morning. “Lesli Boese has served Waukesha County with distinction as a prosecutor for nearly 30 years. She has the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the renewal of a Green Tier participation contract with Chart Energy and Chemicals (Chart) in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The agreement with Chart is a continuation of the original Tier 2 contract signed in
MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs, as Ranking Democratic Member of the Assembly Committee on Corrections, attended an informational hearing regarding the deaths of 4 Persons In Our Care (PIOC) at Waupun Correctional Institution and issues within the Department of Corrections. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:
Madison, WI – State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Green Lake) released the following statement after the Universities of Wisconsin System Board of Regents took action to give a second raise in less than four months to top administrative officials, along with significant bonuses: “Eight chancellors from campuses across Wisconsin will receive hefty
WASHINGTON, DC — Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) and Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) were recognized by the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) for their noteworthy safety efforts for 2023. FAM and FMM were among 16 U.S. shipyards who received “Excellence in Safety” awards. The Marinette shipyard and its safety efforts have
(Milwaukee, July 9, 2024) – Voces de la Frontera Action strongly condemns the Republican National Committee’s racist and anti-immigrant platform, which echoes Donald Trump’s extreme policy agenda and record. This simplistic document reflects Trump’s bigotry and tone and perpetuates a series of lies and misleading statements. It clearly establishes the
WEST BEND, WI –Washington County will host a brief ceremonial signing of the sale of the Samaritan Campus to EOM Healthcare Group tomorrow. County Executive Josh Schoemann, County Board Chair Jeff Schleif and EOM Healthcare Group owner Jacob Jeidel will sign a certificate commemorating the sale. The campus has been under
Concerns over Wisconsin’s prison system continue to amplify Madison, WI— State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) issued the following statement in response to today’s informational hearing on the Department of Corrections: “The issues plaguing the DOC can no longer be ignored. Today’s hearing and the public interest it generated is testament
Those seeking to oust Assembly Speaker Robin Vos are vowing to appeal a Dane County judge’s ruling rejecting their request to order a recall election.
De Pere, WI – Trump-endorsed Conservative Tony Wied today announced raising nearly $1M in his first-ever fundraising quarter. Wied raised more than $919,000 across his fundraising committees, which include his campaign, victory committee, and LPAC. Wied had major figures in the America First movement, including Donald Trump Jr. and North
The Democratic National Committee announced a series of ads knocking Trump and praising President Joe Biden will appear on the sides of 57 buses circulating around Milwaukee during the convention. Meanwhile, the DNC and Republican Voters Against Trump are both up with billboards around the city.
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee area economic indicators weakened in May, according to a Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) monthly report. Seven of 23 May indicators improved over year-ago levels, down from the 10 improvements posted in April. “After some positive momentum in April, the local economic trend took a step
GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today proudly announced his endorsement by three additional Northeast Wisconsin Republican county sheriffs: Oconto County Sheriff Todd Skarban, Shawano County Sheriff George Lenzner, and Manitowoc County Sheriff Dan Hartwig; bringing his total number of endorsements by current and for… Please log
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently published its 2023 Annual Drinking Water Report, showing that more than 99% of the public water systems in Wisconsin met all water quality standards for contaminants. The 2023 report summarizes compliance with the drinking water requirements and highlights statewide efforts to
New Navigator polling finds that Americans deeply oppose the health care policies in Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for a second Trump term. Specifically, 83 percent oppose removing protections for people with pre-existing conditions, 81 percent oppose putting a new tax on health insurance for people who get coverage through
Milwaukee, WI – The Coalition to March on the RNC is gathered here today to condemn the court’s decision to reject our claim that the city is infringing on our First Amendment rights. What we have seen happen in Milwaukee is unfortunately what often happens when the RNC comes to
STEVENS POINT, WI – Today, State Rep. Katrina Shankland released her seventh ad across TV and multiple mediums in advance of the August 13 Democracy primary election for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. The ad highlights Shankland’s defense of voting rights in the face of extremists like incumbent Derrick Van Orden, a
MADISON — Today, the Joint Committee on Finance approved matching funds for the Biden-Harris administration’s $49 million grant to the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub. This funding will support a coalition of 15 organizations dedicated to advancing personalized healthcare in the state. “The Wisconsin partnership was selected from over 370 applications, bringing
Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney has endorsed Rep. Melissa Ratcliff for Wisconsin State Senate in the new Senate District 16. He is one of more than 100 current and former elected leaders in Senate District 16 publicly endorsing Ratcliff, more than any other candidate in the race. “Melissa Ratcliff’s
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, delivered remarks at the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations markup after the Republican majority refused to fund one of his community projects solely because it aimed to help at-risk LGBTQ+ youth. “This earmark wasn’t allowed
Former Governor Scott Walker announced his endorsement of Lesli Boese for Waukesha County District Attorney on the Dan O’Donnell show this morning. “Lesli Boese has served Waukesha County with distinction as a prosecutor for nearly 30 years. She has the experience and courage to serve as our next District Attorney,”
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the renewal of a Green Tier participation contract with Chart Energy and Chemicals (Chart) in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The agreement with Chart is a continuation of the original Tier 2 contract signed in 2017. The DNR’s Green Tier program provides credible recognition to organization… Please