DELAFIELD, WI: Following a Dane County judge’s ruling related to $50 million in literacy funding, IRG’s CEO CJ Szafir issued the following statement: “The Court’s ruling gives Wisconsin a chance to get reading right for kids. As the Legislature intended, the $50 million should first go to reimburse curriculum purchases and

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement regarding a decision filed today in Dane County Circuit Court in favor of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The court ruled that 2023 Wisconsin Act 100, which provides funding for the DPI to support schools in implementing early literacy instruction,

Deputy Secretary Pertl appointed to succeed Amundson as DCF secretary MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson will be leaving the Evers Administration, effective Sept. 11, 2024. Before being appointed DCF secretary, Secretary Amundson previously served as chief of

The Democratic National Convention brought delegates from across the country to Chicago in celebration of the Harris-Walz ticket, building on the historic momentum and energy that is already paving the path to victory in November. From the youngest, first-time delegates to the DNC’s oldest delegate at 95 years old, they

The enthusiasm and energy at the United Center was palpable — but that enthusiasm extended well beyond Chicago, spreading far and wide throughout the battleground states that will decide this election. The Convention marked our biggest week of organizing since the start of the campaign, with volunteers signing up for

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) has filed an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court case, West Virginia v. B.P.J. On behalf of the Empowered Community Coalition parent association, WILL has asked the Court to take the case and clarify that state laws separating sports

La Crosse, WI — Labor Day is more than just a holiday, it represents a celebration of the victories of workers in their fight for fair wages, decent working conditions, and recognition on the job. The Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO is pleased to announce the continuation of a 133-year tradition: the

… 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 platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

MADISON, Wis. – Applications are now welcome from companies looking to tell their stories to investors at the annual Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium. This year’s event will be held in-person on Nov. 13-14 at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison.  The 2024 format includes two pitch opportunities – the Tech

Madison, Wis. – Civic Media is pleased to announce the addition of The Recombobulation Area to its growing Wisconsin media network, the first non-radio acquisition since its founding in 2022.   Dan Shafer, founder of The Recombobulation Area and longtime Milwaukee-based journalist, is joining Civic Media as Political Editor. In his new role, he will

MILWAUKEE, WI — Today, voting rights activists in Wisconsin delivered nearly 2,000 signatures to Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, demanding that he rescind Bob Spindell’s appointment to the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) due to his track record of undermining voters and elections.  “Concerned Wisconsin voters have made it clear that they will

As the 2024-2025 school year gets underway, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is marking the 25th year of its successful Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile program, which brings preventive dental services to children of all ages statewide. Led by DHS, in collaboration with the Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin and Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation,

Milwaukee, Wis., August 27, 2024 – John McCorvy, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology, and Anatomy at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW); Adam Halberstadt, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) and Director of the UCSD Center for Psychedelic Research; and Kevin Murnane,

CASCADE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a temporary closure of the Long Lake Public Access parking lot and boat launch located at the Long Lake Recreation Area of the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit, N3450 Division Rd., Cascade, Wisconsin. The temporary closure will

Baldwin also pushes for common food name protections so Made in Wisconsin businesses can use recognizable names like “parmesan” and “salami” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) again called on the Biden Administration to promote and protect Wisconsin’s cheese and meat producers by ensuring their products are widely

MADISON—Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs Secretary-designee James Bond recently reached an important milestone—in just over a year, he traveled to every one of Wisconsin’s 72 counties and 11 tribes to personally consult with each of the state’s 83 County and Tribal Veteran Service Offices. CVSOs and TVSOs are crucial in

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting seasons in September. Hunters can once again head to Wisconsin’s wild spaces as these seasons open across the state. There are six dates throughout September when seasons open. Hunters are encouraged

Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides. She understands that Wisconsin’s middle-class families all want good paying jobs, affordable health care, and the

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Poll Shows Health Care is Top of Mind for Wisconsinites This Election Season MADISON, Wis. – August 27, 2024 – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 85% of Wisconsin voters view a candidate’s position on access to