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Five Milwaukee Brewers executives contributed $5,000 to a GOP legislative leader shortly after the legislature approved a $500 million stadium renovation and long-term lease deal last November. Recent campaign finance reports showed five Brewers executives each made $1,000 contributions to
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will hold a virtual hearing on a proposed rule that would provide local education agencies additional flexibility to better meet their communities’ needs in commencing a school term prior to Sept. 1. Clearinghouse Rule
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement in response to Donald Trump saying “there is a lot you can do… in terms of cutting” Social Security and Medicare: “After trying to gut the programs
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced today that its UWM at Waukesha campus will close after the Spring 2025 semester in response to a directive from the Universities of Wisconsin. This also means closing the College of General Studies and ending
President Biden gave a well-received forceful, plainspoken State of the Union address, much to the dismay of his GOP critics. Wisconsin GOP Representative Derrick Van Orden, 3rd Congressional District (CD), forgot his manners and rudely interrupted Biden’s remarks shouting “lies!”
Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) made the following statement regarding the Recall Vos Committee’s statement of intent to deliver 10,000 signatures to WEC tomorrow: “Given that almost every person in Racine County – not just those living in the 63rd district –
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement in response to action taken by the Joint Committee on Finance today in relation to a list of recommended early literacy curricula that would be eligible for partial reimbursement through
“I’m excited to launch this campaign today and continue my work for the people of the Chippewa Valley. The Chippewa Valley is home to me and representing the area in Madison is the honor of a lifetime. This district has
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s approval of four high-quality, evidence-based reading curricula: “Wisconsin is in a reading crisis. When I authored the Right to Read
MADISON, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) approved four early literacy curricula for reimbursement under 2024 Wisconsin Act 20 and the state budget. These curricula were recommended by the Council on Early Literacy Curriculum. Following the meeting, the
DELAFIELD, WI – Today, the Wisconsin Joint Committee on Finance completed the first step in improving Wisconsin’s shamefully low reading scores. We applaud them for boldly approving the four highest-quality curriculum options for kids as recommended by the Early Literacy
Washington, D.C. — Today, President Biden released a proposed budget that builds on the progress of his administration to lower health care costs and improve care for people across the nation. In this budget, President Biden aims to lower prescription
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced the award of $43.2 million in grants funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to expand access to broadband across the state. The
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through year-end 2023, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2023, there were 119 state-chartered commercial banks serving Wisconsin residents. At
Have questions about Derrick Van Orden’s pattern of inappropriate behavior, temper tantrums, and bullying teenagers? Look no further. Mother Jones: The Congressman Who Yelled “Lies” During the State of the Union Has a History of Crazy OutburstsNoah Lanard | March 8,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that fishing tournaments that are statewide or regional in nature, seasonal without specific fishing dates or that have fewer than 20 boats or 100 participants will be required to
MADISON, WI – Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after Congressman Derrick Van Orden sent a campaign fundraising email bragging about his inappropriate heckling of President Biden during the State of the Union. “After embarrassing himself, Wisconsin, and
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today slammed Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature for continued delays releasing two critical investments, respectively, to fight PFAS statewide and stabilize healthcare access in Western Wisconsin in the wake of the recent announcement of
MADISON, WI – Chuck Erickson will hold a press conference to discuss his campaign for the 77th Assembly District on Wednesday, March 13th at 11:00AM. The conference will take place at the southern side of the Bayview Community Center located at 103
MADISON, WI – Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after Congressman Derrick Van Orden sent a campaign fundraising email bragging about his inappropriate heckling of President Biden during the State of the Union. “After embarrassing himself, Wisconsin, and the United States
Five Milwaukee Brewers executives contributed $5,000 to a GOP legislative leader shortly after the legislature approved a $500 million stadium renovation and long-term lease deal last November. Recent campaign finance reports showed five Brewers executives each made $1,000 contributions to GOP Assembly Speaker Robin Vos on Nov. 28, which was
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will hold a virtual hearing on a proposed rule that would provide local education agencies additional flexibility to better meet their communities’ needs in commencing a school term prior to Sept. 1. Clearinghouse Rule 24-026 expands the types of extraordinary reasons for the DPI to
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement in response to Donald Trump saying “there is a lot you can do… in terms of cutting” Social Security and Medicare: “After trying to gut the programs for years, Donald Trump promised again today that he would
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced today that its UWM at Waukesha campus will close after the Spring 2025 semester in response to a directive from the Universities of Wisconsin. This also means closing the College of General Studies and ending its associate degree offerings at that time. Declining enrollment, shifting
President Biden gave a well-received forceful, plainspoken State of the Union address, much to the dismay of his GOP critics. Wisconsin GOP Representative Derrick Van Orden, 3rd Congressional District (CD), forgot his manners and rudely interrupted Biden’s remarks shouting “lies!” Van Orden showed he lacks the judgment and temperament to
Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) made the following statement regarding the Recall Vos Committee’s statement of intent to deliver 10,000 signatures to WEC tomorrow: “Given that almost every person in Racine County – not just those living in the 63rd district – has been accosted by out-of-state recall circulators over the past
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement in response to action taken by the Joint Committee on Finance today in relation to a list of recommended early literacy curricula that would be eligible for partial reimbursement through the state through 2023 Wisconsin Act 20. “Act 20 is about
“I’m excited to launch this campaign today and continue my work for the people of the Chippewa Valley. The Chippewa Valley is home to me and representing the area in Madison is the honor of a lifetime. This district has changed quite a bit with redistricting and I’m really looking
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s approval of four high-quality, evidence-based reading curricula: “Wisconsin is in a reading crisis. When I authored the Right to Read Act last year, nearly 70% of 4th graders in the State
MADISON, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) approved four early literacy curricula for reimbursement under 2024 Wisconsin Act 20 and the state budget. These curricula were recommended by the Council on Early Literacy Curriculum. Following the meeting, the Co-Chairs Representative Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) and Senator Howard Marklein
DELAFIELD, WI – Today, the Wisconsin Joint Committee on Finance completed the first step in improving Wisconsin’s shamefully low reading scores. We applaud them for boldly approving the four highest-quality curriculum options for kids as recommended by the Early Literacy Curriculum Council. Republicans on the committee voted to adopt the
Washington, D.C. — Today, President Biden released a proposed budget that builds on the progress of his administration to lower health care costs and improve care for people across the nation. In this budget, President Biden aims to lower prescription drug prices, extend affordable health care coverage through the Affordable
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced the award of $43.2 million in grants funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to expand access to broadband across the state. The 30 projects awarded funding will expand high-speed internet access to
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through year-end 2023, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2023, there were 119 state-chartered commercial banks serving Wisconsin residents. At year-end 2023, total assets for Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks stood at
Have questions about Derrick Van Orden’s pattern of inappropriate behavior, temper tantrums, and bullying teenagers? Look no further. Mother Jones: The Congressman Who Yelled “Lies” During the State of the Union Has a History of Crazy OutburstsNoah Lanard | March 8, 2024 Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wisc.) has an obvious problem
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that fishing tournaments that are statewide or regional in nature, seasonal without specific fishing dates or that have fewer than 20 boats or 100 participants will be required to register with the DNR starting April 1. Registration of these
MADISON, WI – Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after Congressman Derrick Van Orden sent a campaign fundraising email bragging about his inappropriate heckling of President Biden during the State of the Union. “After embarrassing himself, Wisconsin, and the United States Congress, Derrick Van Orden continues to sink
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today slammed Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature for continued delays releasing two critical investments, respectively, to fight PFAS statewide and stabilize healthcare access in Western Wisconsin in the wake of the recent announcement of HSHS and Prevea Health’s decision to close several locations. A $125 million
MADISON, WI – Chuck Erickson will hold a press conference to discuss his campaign for the 77th Assembly District on Wednesday, March 13th at 11:00AM. The conference will take place at the southern side of the Bayview Community Center located at 103 La Mariposa Lane, Madison WI. Chuck will discuss the issues
MADISON, WI – Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after Congressman Derrick Van Orden sent a campaign fundraising email bragging about his inappropriate heckling of President Biden during the State of the Union. “After embarrassing himself, Wisconsin, and the United States Congress, Derrick Van Orden continues to sink even lower. He