MADISON, Wis. – Today, Legislative Republicans unveiled their proposal to provide ~$600million in funding to keep the Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Assistant Democratic Leader Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement:  “Throughout negotiations, Democrats have been optimistic about reaching a deal that keeps

MILWAUKEE – Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumed abortion care today at their Walter Street and Madison East locations, and the ACLU of Wisconsin praised the win as a first step toward regaining full bodily autonomy and reproductive rights in Wisconsin.  The return of reproductive rights came after a Dane County

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment (EA) for the proposed issuance of two grant awards through the DNR Shooting Range Grant Program. One grant is for a project at the Langlade County Gun and Bow Range for a variety

MADISON, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) issued the following statement concerning the Brewers Funding Proposal, which will extend the Brewers lease in Milwaukee until 2050. “Coming from Green Bay, I understand the tremendous value that comes from hosting a major sports franchise. This funding program is a financially sound way

NEENAH, Wis. – To enhance its mission of empowering each person to live their unique, best life, ThedaCare is pleased to announce the creation of a new Graduate Medical Education (GME) program and welcome Christopher Stenberg, MD, as the program’s leader.  The goal of the GME program is to prepare

RACINE—The City of Racine is proud to join other municipalities and organizations to celebrate National Voter Registration Day tomorrow. In preparation for the upcoming 2024 Elections, City Clerk Tara McMenamin underscores the importance of ensuring that every voter’s registration is current. Clerk McMenamin issued the following statement: “With the 2024

LA CROSSE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier application for Badger Corrugating Company in La Crosse. If accepted, the proposal would allow the facility to join Tier 1 of the Green Tier program. The DNR’s Green Tier program recognizes organizations committed

MADISON, WI (September 18, 2023) — For the 11th year, Bascom Hill will be transformed into a sea of pink flamingos when the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) holds its annual Fill the Hill event. Fill the Hill is the largest day-of-giving initiative during the university’s fall annual campaign.

Madison – Planned Parenthood announced it will resume performing abortions Monday in violation of state law which prohibits intentionally destroying the life of an unborn child. In July, a  Dane County Circuit Court judge ruled against dismissing a case brought by Governor Tony Evers  and Attorney General Josh Kaul. Despite no

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comments on the next phase of the Central Sand Hills Regional Master Plan process. Among the more than 60 properties included in the plan are Devil’s Lake and Hartman Creek state parks, the MacKenzie Center, Mecan River, Caves Creek

[Milwaukee, WI] – On September 14th, 2023 Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas wrote an open letter to Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson. In the letter, Staskunas called for the removal of Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his chairmanship of the County’s Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and General Services (JLEGS) Committee. Supervisor Staskunas believes that

On Sept. 15, Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas released a letter to County Board Chair Marcelia Nicholson calling to remove Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his position as chair of the Judiciary Law Enforcement and General Services (JLEGS) Committee. Clancy, a Milwaukee DSA member, has been criticized for saying police officers’ jobs “have

MADISON- Rep. Christine Sinicki (D-Milwaukee) released this statement on passage of Assembly Bill 415,  having to do with redistricting of Wisconsin legislative districts:  “Democrats have been requesting actual fair maps for over a decade. However, AB 415 will not  answer that call or guarantee truly fair maps. That is because

MADISON— Representative Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) released the following  statement in reaction to the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 415. Drafted based on  the Iowa model, AB 415 would implement non-partisan redistricting in Wisconsin.  “This legislation shows our commitment to the will of the voters. Assembly Bill  (AB) 415 will

Madison, WI – Yesterday, Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 415 to create a nonpartisan redistricting process. The bill is based on the redistricting process used in Iowa. Today, he released the following statement: “I am proud to vote for a bill that will create a commission to

Madison – State Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) applauded the State Senate after they passed two of  his commonsense public safety bills, sending them to the Governor’s desk for his signature. Assembly Bill 57  ensures that certain crimes such as a felon illegally in possession of a firearm, sexual assault, and

WASHINGTON, DC – In case you missed it, today Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) spoke at a press conference highlighting the necessity of funding our government and military alongside committee leaders and military veteran Members of Congress. Watch on YouTube The Defense Appropriations bill provides $177.9 billion for active, reserve, and

MADISON, WIS. – The Raising Wisconsin coalition is concerned with the package of child care bills proposed in the state  Legislature because they lack significant investment required to stabilize a long-challenged early childhood industry.   “We know providers, parents and employers already are experiencing the effects of the reduction in Child

Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) has scheduled an in-district listening session. This is an opportunity for constituents to come and express their views on certain topics that might be considered by the Wisconsin State Legislature and also learn what Rep. Green has been working on down in Madison. The

Madison, Wis. – Spirits, spooks and more highlight fall offerings at two Great River Road Wisconsin Historical Society sites this year. Discover the Victorian’s fascination with spiritualism at Villa Louis, or journey through “haunted” Stonefield village. These two seasonal events promise chills and thrills for all.  Stonefield, Cassville, Wisconsin Safe & Spooky