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MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that another individual has been charged with sexual assault after a victim’s sexual assault kit was tested as part of the Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI). Kalvin Ed Vaughn, age
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Governor vetoes maps that would maintain Republicans’ undemocratic majorities, increase partisan advantage MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in a video message to Wisconsinites, vetoed legislation passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature that would effectively solidify existing, gerrymandered voting maps for the next decade in the state of Wisconsin. When Repub… Please log in to
A proposal to enhance public credibility.
The Wisconsin DNR’s chronic wasting disease processing center has moved to Poynette. / Photo credit: iStcok/FRANKHILDEBRAND MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the department’s chronic wasting disease processing center in Black Earth has moved to
Five Dem U.S. Senate candidates during a virtual forum backed expanding Medicare and various labor protections related to employees’ rights to organize and collectively bargain in the workplace. Candidates participating in the Citizen Action of Wisconsin/People’s Action forum Tuesday included:
The DNR reminds hunters to make safety their number one target as they head out into the field this gun deer season. / Photo Credit: iStock/Lynn_Bystrom MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to make safety their
Declaring the Elections Commission’s rulemaking and policy authority in “disarray,” GOP guv candidate Rebecca Kleefisch is asking the Supreme Court to declare the agency’s guidance on drop boxes and special voting deputies conflicts with state law. The suit filed Monday
MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsinites across the state celebrate the passage of the infrastructure bill that will make transformative federal investments in the state’s roads and bridges, clean water infrastructure, and expanding broadband, they are reminded of how Senator Ron
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A commentary by Secretary Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) MADISON, Wis. – Happy Thanksgiving! With these words, you often hear a message of thanks. This holiday, I echo this message and share my
MADISON, Wis. – In honor of America Recycles Day, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announces the winners of the 2021 Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Awards. The Recycling Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding recycling efforts, innovation and performance throughout Wisconsin. The DNR provides
State Rep. David Bowen today joined the growing Dem field for lieutenant governor, saying his experience sets him apart from others vying to run on the ticket with Gov. Tony Evers next fall. Bowen, 34, was elected to the Assembly
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu said he is not sure there is a “legal opportunity” to do as GOP U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has suggested and have the Republican-controlled Legislature take over federal elections in Wisconsin. LeMahieu, who was in
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss former Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman’s 2020 election investigation, redistricting and Sen. André Jacque’s return to the Senate floor following his hospitalization with COVID-19.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, debate the political impact of Republicans’ anti-abortion push following the GOP-controlled Legislature sending a series of abortion bills to Gov. Tony Evers’ desk, where they’ll meet likely vetoes. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and Michael Best Strategies.
Businesses using UAS are well-advised to become acquainted with and stay on top of the very fluid and developing area of drone law.
The latest “Talking Trade” video podcast features Mike Dankler, trade advisor for Michael Best Strategies in Washington, D. C. With a new trade agreement reached between the United States and the European Union, Talking Trade hosts Ian Coxhead and Sandi
GOP Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he’s never studied whether the Legislature could take over elections administration in Wisconsin as U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is urging lawmakers to do. After meeting with state lawmakers Wednesday, the Johnson, R-Oshkosh, told the
A biotech startup called Geno.Me has landed $400,000 in seed funding from Gateway Capital, an early-stage investment firm based in Milwaukee. The company’s platform connects electronic health record data with genomic information from services like 23andMe, MyChart and Anscestry.com in
MADISON, Wis. – Winter in Wisconsin can be a time for fun outdoors, but the snow, ice and cold can also be dangerous for those who are not ready for them. To help prepare everyone for what to expect in
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that another individual has been charged with sexual assault after a victim’s sexual assault kit was tested as part of the Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI). Kalvin Ed Vaughn, age 47 of Milwaukee, Wis., was charged November 5, 2021, with
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Governor vetoes maps that would maintain Republicans’ undemocratic majorities, increase partisan advantage MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in a video message to Wisconsinites, vetoed legislation passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature that would effectively solidify existing, gerrymandered voting maps for the next decade in the state of Wisconsin. When Repub… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please
A proposal to enhance public credibility.
The Wisconsin DNR’s chronic wasting disease processing center has moved to Poynette. / Photo credit: iStcok/FRANKHILDEBRAND MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the department’s chronic wasting disease processing center in Black Earth has moved to a new facility in Poynette. Sampling for chronic wasting disease
Five Dem U.S. Senate candidates during a virtual forum backed expanding Medicare and various labor protections related to employees’ rights to organize and collectively bargain in the workplace. Candidates participating in the Citizen Action of Wisconsin/People’s Action forum Tuesday included: Wausau radiologist Dr. Gillian Battino, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, Lt.
The DNR reminds hunters to make safety their number one target as they head out into the field this gun deer season. / Photo Credit: iStock/Lynn_Bystrom MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to make safety their number one target as they head out into the field
Declaring the Elections Commission’s rulemaking and policy authority in “disarray,” GOP guv candidate Rebecca Kleefisch is asking the Supreme Court to declare the agency’s guidance on drop boxes and special voting deputies conflicts with state law. The suit filed Monday urges the Wisconsin justices to take the case without first
MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsinites across the state celebrate the passage of the infrastructure bill that will make transformative federal investments in the state’s roads and bridges, clean water infrastructure, and expanding broadband, they are reminded of how Senator Ron Johnson callously voted against and tried to kill the bipartisan
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A commentary by Secretary Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) MADISON, Wis. – Happy Thanksgiving! With these words, you often hear a message of thanks. This holiday, I echo this message and share my immense gratitude to everyone from the farmer to the consumer.
MADISON, Wis. – In honor of America Recycles Day, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announces the winners of the 2021 Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Awards. The Recycling Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding recycling efforts, innovation and performance throughout Wisconsin. The DNR provides awards to communities, businesses, organizations and local governments for their
State Rep. David Bowen today joined the growing Dem field for lieutenant governor, saying his experience sets him apart from others vying to run on the ticket with Gov. Tony Evers next fall. Bowen, 34, was elected to the Assembly in 2014 after two years on the Milwaukee County Board.
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu said he is not sure there is a “legal opportunity” to do as GOP U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has suggested and have the Republican-controlled Legislature take over federal elections in Wisconsin. LeMahieu, who was in a meeting Johnson held with Republican leaders at the state
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss former Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman’s 2020 election investigation, redistricting and Sen. André Jacque’s return to the Senate floor following his hospitalization with COVID-19.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, debate the political impact of Republicans’ anti-abortion push following the GOP-controlled Legislature sending a series of abortion bills to Gov. Tony Evers’ desk, where they’ll meet likely vetoes. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and Michael Best Strategies.
Businesses using UAS are well-advised to become acquainted with and stay on top of the very fluid and developing area of drone law.
The latest “Talking Trade” video podcast features Mike Dankler, trade advisor for Michael Best Strategies in Washington, D. C. With a new trade agreement reached between the United States and the European Union, Talking Trade hosts Ian Coxhead and Sandi Siegel discuss future trade and tariff issues with Dankler. … Please
GOP Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he’s never studied whether the Legislature could take over elections administration in Wisconsin as U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is urging lawmakers to do. After meeting with state lawmakers Wednesday, the Johnson, R-Oshkosh, told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel the Legislature should reassert its authority over
A biotech startup called Geno.Me has landed $400,000 in seed funding from Gateway Capital, an early-stage investment firm based in Milwaukee. The company’s platform connects electronic health record data with genomic information from services like 23andMe, MyChart and Anscestry.com in hopes of furthering medical research. Individuals who share their data
MADISON, Wis. – Winter in Wisconsin can be a time for fun outdoors, but the snow, ice and cold can also be dangerous for those who are not ready for them. To help prepare everyone for what to expect in the months ahead, Gov. Tony Evers has declared Nov. 15-19