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MADISON, Wis.— Today, the news broke that Restoration PAC, a special interest, out-of-state billionaire-backed group supporting Eric Hovde, was forced to take down a false TV ad because of blatant and egregious lies about Tammy Baldwin’s record of fighting for Wisconsin seniors. “Eric
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The Milwaukee Area Labor Council is pleased to congratulate our union brother DiAndre Jackson on his appointment to Common Council committees, including: Zoning, Neighborhoods, and Development; Community and Economic Development; and the chair position for the Judicial and Legislative Committee.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of clean drinking water and recognizing the dedicated professionals working to keep our water clean in celebration of National Drinking Water Week, May 5-11. First established in
The Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) invites families, schools, and organizations across the state to join in recognizing Children’s Mental Health Week, May 5-11, 2024. This year, OCMH has released new resources inspired by Wisconsin’s high school students.
Madison, WI: At 12 p.m. on Monday, May 6, students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison met with Chancellor Mnookin and other members of administration to present requests to resolve a week of campus unrest related to the pro-Palestinian encampment on
[Stevens Point, WI] – Wisconsin Rapids Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 425 and Stevens Point Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 484 are proud to endorse Katrina Shankland for Congress. We stood with her on day one of her candidacy for Congress because
MADISON, Wis. — Today in Milwaukee, Democratic leaders gathered to officially launch No More Games, a statewide accountability campaign backed by a six-figure investment in digital ads running across all platforms. The ads will target swing voters in competitive districts across the state.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, as the state celebrates National Drinking Water Week, announced he is again calling the Republican-controlled Joint Committee on Finance—the state’s budget committee—into a special meeting to release $140 million in already-approved investments to respond to per- and
Greenbush, Wis. — Step into the world of horse-powered travel when Wade House, an 1850s stagecoach inn and Wisconsin Historical Society site, opens its doors for the summer season on May 25. New this year is Stagecoach Saturdays, where guests can
(Fort Atkinson) -At the Jefferson County Spring Forward Dinner on Sunday, Representative Jimmy Anderson delivered a speech on what sets him apart from his opponents in the Democratic primary for the 16th State Senate District: “Experience – I have more experience in
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applauded the Senate Agricultural Committee’s framework for the upcoming Farm Bill reauthorization, which includes several bipartisan initiatives she champions that meet the needs of Wisconsin’s farmers, families, and rural communities. The Rural Prosperity
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new walleye regulation will go into effect on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes beginning May 7, 2024. Through the approval of emergency rule FH-03-24(E) at a special Natural Resources
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites public input on a plan to make it easier for more people in rural areas to access grant funding that will strengthen their local economies, communities and quality of life. Through the Better
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proclaimed this week, May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in Wisconsin. “Our teachers are the heart and soul of our education system – the impact they have stretches far beyond classroom walls,”
MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help protect our state’s 19 species of frogs, toads and salamanders during Amphibian Week, May 5-11, and throughout the summer. Wisconsin’s amphibians provide valuable clues about the health of our
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), in partnership with Amtrak and the states of Minnesota and Illinois last week announced that a second daily round trip along the route connecting the Twin Cities to Milwaukee and Chicago will start on
MADISON – Today, Dane County Supervisor Anthony J. Gray announced his endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. Supervisor Gray represents the 14th District in Dane County, and is an attorney, former non-profit executive, and a serial
(Mount Pleasant, WI) – David DeGroot, long-time Village President for Mount Pleasant, announced today that he is running for the state legislature. The partisan gridlock in Madison is holding the state back and Representative Greta Neubauer is at the center
Union Grove, WI – May 6, 2024 – In an unprecedented move, notable constitutional conservatives from across the nation, including former President Donald Trump’s National Security Adviser General Michael Flynn (USA Ret.), MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, and former Wisconsin Supreme
MADISON, Wis.— Today, the news broke that Restoration PAC, a special interest, out-of-state billionaire-backed group supporting Eric Hovde, was forced to take down a false TV ad because of blatant and egregious lies about Tammy Baldwin’s record of fighting for Wisconsin seniors. “Eric Hovde and his wealthy out-of-state allies are once again lying
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The Milwaukee Area Labor Council is pleased to congratulate our union brother DiAndre Jackson on his appointment to Common Council committees, including: Zoning, Neighborhoods, and Development; Community and Economic Development; and the chair position for the Judicial and Legislative Committee. We look forward to seeing him represent workers and their
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of clean drinking water and recognizing the dedicated professionals working to keep our water clean in celebration of National Drinking Water Week, May 5-11. First established in 1988 by former President Ronald Reagan in partnership with the American
The Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) invites families, schools, and organizations across the state to join in recognizing Children’s Mental Health Week, May 5-11, 2024. This year, OCMH has released new resources inspired by Wisconsin’s high school students. “Recognizing that young people are the experts on youth mental
Madison, WI: At 12 p.m. on Monday, May 6, students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison met with Chancellor Mnookin and other members of administration to present requests to resolve a week of campus unrest related to the pro-Palestinian encampment on Library Mall. In the meeting, students shared personal experiences of
[Stevens Point, WI] – Wisconsin Rapids Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 425 and Stevens Point Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 484 are proud to endorse Katrina Shankland for Congress. We stood with her on day one of her candidacy for Congress because she has always stood with us. As Fire Fighter Unions
MADISON, Wis. — Today in Milwaukee, Democratic leaders gathered to officially launch No More Games, a statewide accountability campaign backed by a six-figure investment in digital ads running across all platforms. The ads will target swing voters in competitive districts across the state. No More Games highlights seven Republican members of the powerful Joint
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, as the state celebrates National Drinking Water Week, announced he is again calling the Republican-controlled Joint Committee on Finance—the state’s budget committee—into a special meeting to release $140 million in already-approved investments to respond to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination statewide and stabilize healthcare access in Wester…
Greenbush, Wis. — Step into the world of horse-powered travel when Wade House, an 1850s stagecoach inn and Wisconsin Historical Society site, opens its doors for the summer season on May 25. New this year is Stagecoach Saturdays, where guests can take a 30-minute stagecoach ride through the picturesque landscape of Kettle
(Fort Atkinson) -At the Jefferson County Spring Forward Dinner on Sunday, Representative Jimmy Anderson delivered a speech on what sets him apart from his opponents in the Democratic primary for the 16th State Senate District: “Experience – I have more experience in the Wisconsin legislature than the other two candidates combined. “Effectiveness –
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applauded the Senate Agricultural Committee’s framework for the upcoming Farm Bill reauthorization, which includes several bipartisan initiatives she champions that meet the needs of Wisconsin’s farmers, families, and rural communities. The Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act includes bipartisan bills and initiatives led… Please
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new walleye regulation will go into effect on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes beginning May 7, 2024. Through the approval of emergency rule FH-03-24(E) at a special Natural Resources Board Meeting held virtually on May 2, 2024, the current
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites public input on a plan to make it easier for more people in rural areas to access grant funding that will strengthen their local economies, communities and quality of life. Through the Better Grants Better Service initiative, USDA Rural Development is gathering and analyzing
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proclaimed this week, May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in Wisconsin. “Our teachers are the heart and soul of our education system – the impact they have stretches far beyond classroom walls,” State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly said. “They are the unsung
MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help protect our state’s 19 species of frogs, toads and salamanders during Amphibian Week, May 5-11, and throughout the summer. Wisconsin’s amphibians provide valuable clues about the health of our ecosystems. Because amphibians like frogs, toads and salamanders absorb water
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), in partnership with Amtrak and the states of Minnesota and Illinois last week announced that a second daily round trip along the route connecting the Twin Cities to Milwaukee and Chicago will start on May 21, 2024. Officially named Borealis, the additional trains will
MADISON – Today, Dane County Supervisor Anthony J. Gray announced his endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. Supervisor Gray represents the 14th District in Dane County, and is an attorney, former non-profit executive, and a serial entrepreneur. He runs a full-service law firm in Madison, WI.
(Mount Pleasant, WI) – David DeGroot, long-time Village President for Mount Pleasant, announced today that he is running for the state legislature. The partisan gridlock in Madison is holding the state back and Representative Greta Neubauer is at the center of it. The people of Racine County deserve a representative
Union Grove, WI – May 6, 2024 – In an unprecedented move, notable constitutional conservatives from across the nation, including former President Donald Trump’s National Security Adviser General Michael Flynn (USA Ret.), MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, and former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman have joined forces with local leaders