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MADISON, Wis. – Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to the recent brutality and killings of law-abiding citizens by federal agents in Minneapolis: “Donald Trump and the Department of Homeland Security remain completely unchecked in their blatant
Madison, WI—Former UW-Madison student, State Rep. and carpenter Brett Hulsey made the following statement on Chancellor Mnookin’s departure to Columbia University: “I want to thank Chancellor Mnookin for her service to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the state, and students. During her
GREEN Bay, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public of the fisheries management meetings set to occur online and in person on Tuesday, Jan. 27 and Wednesday, Jan. 28. Join DNR staff online or in person
MADISON, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, joined Dane County homeowners to unveil his plan to end Governor Evers’ 400-year property tax hike and deliver lasting tax relief to every Wisconsinite. “As our nation marks its
The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are calling for action to stop the violence of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as new video footage shows ICE agents shooting and killing ICU nurse Alex Pretti. The call comes just days
ARENA, Wis. – Today, Ben Gruber announced his candidacy for Assembly District 51. Gruber, a lifelong Wisconsinite, has served the 51st Assembly District as a conservation warden, an EMT, police officer, a firefighter, and as a AFSCME Local 1215 Union
Health officials investigating, no known public exposures identified The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Waukesha County Health and Human Services have confirmed one case of measles in a resident of Waukesha County, representing the first confirmed case of measles in
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) sent a letter to the U.S Postal Service’s Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee requesting that Bob Uecker be commemorated on a U.S. Forever stamp and issued the following statement: “Today is Bob Uecker’s birthday. He would
MADISON, Wis. — In response to ICE murdering American citizen and Green Bay Preble High School graduate Alex Pretti, Rep. Derrick Van Orden spread conspiracy theories about the victim, claiming that Pretti had attacked law enforcement. In addition, Van Orden accused peaceful
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) is deeply troubled by Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman’s participation in a counterterrorism training program in Israel from December 1–7, 2024, sponsored by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA). This trip,
Computer science students from UW-Stout, UWEC, UWRF exercise ‘exceptional’ AI acumen for leading financial institution Menomonie, Wis. – Computer science students from three Universities of Wisconsin campuses leveraged their knowledge of machine learning to address real-world questions for one of
Unnecessary delays in Wisconsin’s statewide outdoor recreation economic impact data leaves state and industry partners without critical information needed to make strategic investments MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration urging the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) to release the 2024
“Make no mistake: the Democrats’ constant demonization of our ICE officers and their inflammatory rhetoric are the cause of this violence. Until they stop riling up their base, we won’t see an end to this political violence.” — Rep. Tony Wied
Madison… Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding the announcement of Chancellor Mnookin’s departure from UW Madison to Columbia University: “I want to thank Chancellor Mnookin for her service to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and applaud her
Madison – Last Month, the Sisters Network of Southeast Wisconsin held their 3rd Annual Pink Chair Affair Brunch, bringing together breast cancers survivors, caregivers, and community partners for a day of celebration. The Sisters Network of Southeast Wisconsin is a local chapter
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding a new lawsuit filing in support of the state of Minnesota’s lawsuit challenging President Donald J. Trump and the Trump Administration’s deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol in Minnesota and peti… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a
The question is not whether DEI programs are perfect, but whether the state is committed to a future where all its citizens can thrive. To erase DEI from government is to turn our backs on that promise, and on the unfinished work of justice.
A new proposal reauthorizes Stewardship only through 2028, cuts funding from $16 million to $1.25 million, and eliminates all funding for nonprofit conservation organizations.
We knew we had gerrymandered maps and fixed them for the state Legislature. But that was only half the job. Now the Wisconsin Supreme Court has the power to fix the federal maps and give the people a fair vote.
As Evers begins his final year in office, it’s worth noting, and pausing to appreciate.
MADISON, Wis. – Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to the recent brutality and killings of law-abiding citizens by federal agents in Minneapolis: “Donald Trump and the Department of Homeland Security remain completely unchecked in their blatant abuse of power and disregard for Constitutional rights. The longer
Madison, WI—Former UW-Madison student, State Rep. and carpenter Brett Hulsey made the following statement on Chancellor Mnookin’s departure to Columbia University: “I want to thank Chancellor Mnookin for her service to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the state, and students. During her leadership tenure, the university improved important national rankings, improved student
GREEN Bay, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public of the fisheries management meetings set to occur online and in person on Tuesday, Jan. 27 and Wednesday, Jan. 28. Join DNR staff online or in person Tuesday, Jan. 27 in Florence at the Wild Rivers Interpretive
MADISON, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, joined Dane County homeowners to unveil his plan to end Governor Evers’ 400-year property tax hike and deliver lasting tax relief to every Wisconsinite. “As our nation marks its 250th birthday this year, Governor Evers has locked Wisconsin into
The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are calling for action to stop the violence of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as new video footage shows ICE agents shooting and killing ICU nurse Alex Pretti. The call comes just days after agents gunned down Renee Good, a Minnesota mother, prompting thousands
ARENA, Wis. – Today, Ben Gruber announced his candidacy for Assembly District 51. Gruber, a lifelong Wisconsinite, has served the 51st Assembly District as a conservation warden, an EMT, police officer, a firefighter, and as a AFSCME Local 1215 Union President. Gruber released the following statement: “I am proud to
Health officials investigating, no known public exposures identified The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Waukesha County Health and Human Services have confirmed one case of measles in a resident of Waukesha County, representing the first confirmed case of measles in Wisconsin this year. The case was confirmed through testing at
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) sent a letter to the U.S Postal Service’s Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee requesting that Bob Uecker be commemorated on a U.S. Forever stamp and issued the following statement: “Today is Bob Uecker’s birthday. He would have been 91 years old today. In honor of his
MADISON, Wis. — In response to ICE murdering American citizen and Green Bay Preble High School graduate Alex Pretti, Rep. Derrick Van Orden spread conspiracy theories about the victim, claiming that Pretti had attacked law enforcement. In addition, Van Orden accused peaceful Minnesotans of waging an “insurrection” and accused Governor Tim Walz
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) is deeply troubled by Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman’s participation in a counterterrorism training program in Israel from December 1–7, 2024, sponsored by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA). This trip, occurring amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, raises serious
Computer science students from UW-Stout, UWEC, UWRF exercise ‘exceptional’ AI acumen for leading financial institution Menomonie, Wis. – Computer science students from three Universities of Wisconsin campuses leveraged their knowledge of machine learning to address real-world questions for one of the state’s largest credit unions in a unique internship program.
Unnecessary delays in Wisconsin’s statewide outdoor recreation economic impact data leaves state and industry partners without critical information needed to make strategic investments MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration urging the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) to release the 2024 Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account, which offers economic reporting and ana…
“Make no mistake: the Democrats’ constant demonization of our ICE officers and their inflammatory rhetoric are the cause of this violence. Until they stop riling up their base, we won’t see an end to this political violence.” — Rep. Tony Wied previously blaming Democrats for violence by Trump’s militant force. MADISON,
Madison… Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding the announcement of Chancellor Mnookin’s departure from UW Madison to Columbia University: “I want to thank Chancellor Mnookin for her service to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and applaud her commitment to the students. Chancellor Mnookin had many great accomplishments
Madison – Last Month, the Sisters Network of Southeast Wisconsin held their 3rd Annual Pink Chair Affair Brunch, bringing together breast cancers survivors, caregivers, and community partners for a day of celebration. The Sisters Network of Southeast Wisconsin is a local chapter of the national Sisters Network Inc., which aims to raise
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding a new lawsuit filing in support of the state of Minnesota’s lawsuit challenging President Donald J. Trump and the Trump Administration’s deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol in Minnesota and peti… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs
The question is not whether DEI programs are perfect, but whether the state is committed to a future where all its citizens can thrive. To erase DEI from government is to turn our backs on that promise, and on the unfinished work of justice.
A new proposal reauthorizes Stewardship only through 2028, cuts funding from $16 million to $1.25 million, and eliminates all funding for nonprofit conservation organizations.
We knew we had gerrymandered maps and fixed them for the state Legislature. But that was only half the job. Now the Wisconsin Supreme Court has the power to fix the federal maps and give the people a fair vote.
As Evers begins his final year in office, it’s worth noting, and pausing to appreciate.