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At the heart of the Recall Vos campaign lies a steadfast commitment to the principles of election integrity and the secure fabric of our Republic. Our efforts to initiate a recall were conducted with utmost respect for legal standards, engaging
Members of the Madison Police and Fire Departments are helping to put drug harm “on ice” this month when they face off in the annual “Battle of the Badges” hockey game. The community event is a fundraiser to support the work of
The Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition released the following statement upon conclusion of the state legislative session: “As patient advocates, physicians, and medical technology organizations, we advocated tirelessly throughout the 2023-24 legislative session to expand access to life-saving, evidence-based breast
MADISON, Wis. – President Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today comes just days after he announced new policies aimed at helping working families succeed by lowering costs, protecting key programs, and making the wealthiest Americans pay their fair share of taxes.
MADISON, Wis. – Whether you are going on a spring break trip this month or planning ahead for a summer getaway, it is important to prepare so you know what to do if issues occur. The last thing anyone wants
You can brighten the day of an older Dane County resident by decorating a lunch bag. Adults and children across Dane County are decorating the bags as part of service projects through community groups, schools, and personal interest. Teachers have
Washington, D.C. (March 13, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released the following statement ahead of President Biden’s visit to Milwaukee. “The reality of President Biden’s America is the opposite of what he wants you to believe. Since the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the second round of Urban Forestry Grant Program recipients for the 2024 grant year. The program helps fund projects consistent with state and national goals for increasing the urban
Today, Wisconsin Right to Life, Wisconsin Family Action, and Pro-Life Wisconsin filed together to block Attorney General Josh Kaul’s pursuit to find a right to abortion in the Wisconsin Constitution. The Pro-Life organizations are petitioning the Wisconsin Supreme Court to accept
MILWAUKEE – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Hotel Schroeder in Milwaukee (Milwaukee County) on the State Register of Historic Places. The 25-story hotel was completed 1928 and was the flagship of Milwaukee native Walter Schroeder’s hotel
ELCHO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Modern Woodmen of America Lodge in the Town of Elcho (Langlade County) on the State Register of Historic Places. The State Historic Preservation Office presented the certificate to
NEENAH, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Isabel and Orrin Johnson House in Neenah (Winnebago County) on the State Register of Historic Places. State Historic Preservation Officer Daina Penkiunas presented the certificate to Florence Bruno.
Today, Wisconsin Right to Life, Wisconsin Family Action, and Pro-Life Wisconsin filed together to block Attorney General Josh Kaul’s pursuit to find a right to abortion in the Wisconsin Constitution. The Pro-Life organizations are petitioning the Wisconsin Supreme Court to accept them
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering President Joe Biden’s events in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “On Joe Biden’s watch, Wisconsin has lost 6,000 manufacturing jobs and 455 dairy farms in the last
MADISON, Wis. – March 13th, 2024 – “As lawmakers close the 2023/2024 legislative session, their policies on easing the burden of cancer are decidedly mixed for the nearly 40,000 Wisconsinites who will be diagnosed with cancer this year. “After years of advocacy from volunteers,
GREEN BAY, Wis. – March 13, 2024 – American Dairy Coalition today sent a letter to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and AMS Dairy Programs Administrator Dana Coale urging USDA to grant the American Farm Bureau Federation’s official request for an
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today that Wisconsin’s Digital Equity Plan was accepted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The NTIA’s acceptance of the plan marks an important step toward implementing the plan, which will guide the state’s strategy to improve digital
The Recall Vos initiative today raises grave concerns about the integrity of the democratic process in Racine County, as efforts to recall Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos encounter significant obstructions. Central to this controversy is the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC),
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Republicans in the Wisconsin State Senate adjourned the Legislature’s final floor period of the year, effectively ending the 2023 legislative session. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund issued the following statement: “Today, Republican politicians in Madison adjourned Wisconsin’s
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Budget Committee, participated in a hearing titled, The President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Proposal, where he exposed the President’s unsustainable and inflationary budget proposal during a heated exchange with Office of Management
At the heart of the Recall Vos campaign lies a steadfast commitment to the principles of election integrity and the secure fabric of our Republic. Our efforts to initiate a recall were conducted with utmost respect for legal standards, engaging a broad coalition of community volunteers, professional circulators, and numerous
Members of the Madison Police and Fire Departments are helping to put drug harm “on ice” this month when they face off in the annual “Battle of the Badges” hockey game. The community event is a fundraiser to support the work of Safe Communities Madison-Dane County to assist people struggling with addiction. “Battle of
The Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition released the following statement upon conclusion of the state legislative session: “As patient advocates, physicians, and medical technology organizations, we advocated tirelessly throughout the 2023-24 legislative session to expand access to life-saving, evidence-based breast cancer exams. As introduced, Assembly Bill 117/Senate Bill 121, authored
MADISON, Wis. – President Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today comes just days after he announced new policies aimed at helping working families succeed by lowering costs, protecting key programs, and making the wealthiest Americans pay their fair share of taxes. “President Biden is prioritizing working families and seniors by introducing
MADISON, Wis. – Whether you are going on a spring break trip this month or planning ahead for a summer getaway, it is important to prepare so you know what to do if issues occur. The last thing anyone wants to deal with while on a vacation is a business
You can brighten the day of an older Dane County resident by decorating a lunch bag. Adults and children across Dane County are decorating the bags as part of service projects through community groups, schools, and personal interest. Teachers have embedded the service project in their classrooms as lessons in
Washington, D.C. (March 13, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released the following statement ahead of President Biden’s visit to Milwaukee. “The reality of President Biden’s America is the opposite of what he wants you to believe. Since the Biden administration took office, more than seven million illegal immigrants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the second round of Urban Forestry Grant Program recipients for the 2024 grant year. The program helps fund projects consistent with state and national goals for increasing the urban forest canopy. The Urban Forestry Grant Program awarded $143,362 to
Today, Wisconsin Right to Life, Wisconsin Family Action, and Pro-Life Wisconsin filed together to block Attorney General Josh Kaul’s pursuit to find a right to abortion in the Wisconsin Constitution. The Pro-Life organizations are petitioning the Wisconsin Supreme Court to accept them as intervenors and are being represented by The Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Hotel Schroeder in Milwaukee (Milwaukee County) on the State Register of Historic Places. The 25-story hotel was completed 1928 and was the flagship of Milwaukee native Walter Schroeder’s hotel chain, which owned and operated hotels in Wisconsin, Minnesota and
ELCHO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Modern Woodmen of America Lodge in the Town of Elcho (Langlade County) on the State Register of Historic Places. The State Historic Preservation Office presented the certificate to consultant Paula Mohr. The one-story wood-frame building was constructed in
NEENAH, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Isabel and Orrin Johnson House in Neenah (Winnebago County) on the State Register of Historic Places. State Historic Preservation Officer Daina Penkiunas presented the certificate to Florence Bruno. The Isabel and Orrin Johnson House retains exceptional integrity from
Today, Wisconsin Right to Life, Wisconsin Family Action, and Pro-Life Wisconsin filed together to block Attorney General Josh Kaul’s pursuit to find a right to abortion in the Wisconsin Constitution. The Pro-Life organizations are petitioning the Wisconsin Supreme Court to accept them as intervenors and are being represented by The Wisconsin Institute
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering President Joe Biden’s events in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “On Joe Biden’s watch, Wisconsin has lost 6,000 manufacturing jobs and 455 dairy farms in the last year. Instead of paying us a visit to brag about
MADISON, Wis. – March 13th, 2024 – “As lawmakers close the 2023/2024 legislative session, their policies on easing the burden of cancer are decidedly mixed for the nearly 40,000 Wisconsinites who will be diagnosed with cancer this year. “After years of advocacy from volunteers, caregivers and medical professionals, we were thrilled to see the
GREEN BAY, Wis. – March 13, 2024 – American Dairy Coalition today sent a letter to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and AMS Dairy Programs Administrator Dana Coale urging USDA to grant the American Farm Bureau Federation’s official request for an emergency decision to return the Class I skim price formula
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today that Wisconsin’s Digital Equity Plan was accepted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The NTIA’s acceptance of the plan marks an important step toward implementing the plan, which will guide the state’s strategy to improve digital opportunities and support digital eq… Please log in to access
The Recall Vos initiative today raises grave concerns about the integrity of the democratic process in Racine County, as efforts to recall Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos encounter significant obstructions. Central to this controversy is the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC), led by Director Meagan Wolfe, and its recent decision to
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Republicans in the Wisconsin State Senate adjourned the Legislature’s final floor period of the year, effectively ending the 2023 legislative session. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund issued the following statement: “Today, Republican politicians in Madison adjourned Wisconsin’s full-time legislature for the year—and it’s only March 12th. Befo…
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Budget Committee, participated in a hearing titled, The President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Proposal, where he exposed the President’s unsustainable and inflationary budget proposal during a heated exchange with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Delores Young. Watch his f…