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Yesterday, the National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) released their report card for math and reading scores. Wisconsin scored a two-point drop in 4th grade math, a three-point drop in 4th grade reading, a five point drop in 8th grade reading, and an
WASHINGTON — Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, issued the following statement on a letter sent regarding Ukraine: “The Congressional Progressive Caucus hereby withdraws its recent letter to the White House regarding Ukraine. “The letter was
October 23-29 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 23-29), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts,
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) has named Paul Tittl (R – Manitowoc) a “Champion of Commerce” for his support of the Milwaukee Region’s business community and its key priorities during the 2021-2022 Wisconsin legislative session. “Through
NEW BERLIN, Wis. – State Senator Julian Bradley (R-Franklin) proudly gives his endorsement to Rob Hutton to serve in the State Senate representing the 5th Senate District. Rob Hutton has the experience and know how to deliver on conservative reforms.
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a new report revealed neither Ron Johnson’s business or multimillion dollar family trust have paid any state taxes since 2013 and 2016, respectively. Instead of paying the thousands and thousands of dollars in state taxes, Ron Johnson took advantage
LA CROSSE — Today, State Senator and nominee for Congress Brad Pfaff traveled to the UW-La Crosse campus to host a roundtable discussion with State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and La Crosse voters on threats to reproductive rights. “With just two
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, PolitiFact confirmed that Tim Michels opposes closing a gun law loophole that allows domestic abusers to buy guns. Throughout his campaign, Michels has touted a radical pro-gun agenda that would endanger our communities and disregard victims of domestic violence. PolitiFact determined
Seven members of the Green Bay Packers football team — linebacker Kingsley Enagbare, running back Aaron Jones, wide receiver Romeo Doubs, tackle Sean Rhyan, wide receiver Samori Toure, tackle Rasheed Walker and defensive lineman Johnathan Ford — visited the Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) has named Representative Scott Allen (R – Waukesha) a “Champion of Commerce” for their support of the Milwaukee Region’s business community and its key priorities during the 2021-2022 Wisconsin legislative
MADISON, Wis. – Following a new report that a trust associated with Ron Johnson and his business did not pay their fair share in state income taxes, Johnson owes Wisconsinites the answers: How many millions of dollars did you and your family save
Today, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) announced its final round of legislative endorsements, consisting of a selection of candidates trusted to utilize their platforms and voices to push for the protection of reproductive rights for all Wisconsinites. Legislative action
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for projects that reduce diesel emissions and improve Wisconsin’s air quality and human health. Approximately $360,000 of funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is available
Energy product innovator U.S. Venture is the host sponsor of the Lambeau Field event MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council (WSBC) will hold its 15th annual Sustainability Conference on November 15 & 16 2022 at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field.
“State records show a trust fund started by Republican Sen. Ron Johnson hasn’t paid any Wisconsin taxes since 2016. Before then, the fund paid hundreds of thousands of dollars each year in state taxes.” MADISON, Wis. — A new report revealed new tax
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting two listening sessions on Wednesday, Oct. 26 to share updates and seek public input on PFAS contamination in the city of Marinette, the town of Peshtigo and surrounding communities. These listening sessions are the 18th in a series of public input
NEW NORTH, October 25, 2022 – Twenty-three emerging leaders from the New North have been named to the inaugural cohort of the Forward 48 program within the region. The group already is actively engaging with high-profile leaders from across Wisconsin. In
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Derrick Van Orden spent Monday in Crawford County continuing his 19 County Tour in the buildup to Election Day. Derrick was joined by Dan Kapanke kicking the day off at Kwik Trip, followed by visits
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding farmers and manure applicators to check the runoff risk advisory forecast before spreading manure on fields. The tool helps determine the potential for manure runoff from a field
There have been 186 murders in Milwaukee so far in 2022, which is 23 more than last year at this time. With violent crime exploding, why do you want to eliminate cash bail and cut the prison population in half?
Yesterday, the National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) released their report card for math and reading scores. Wisconsin scored a two-point drop in 4th grade math, a three-point drop in 4th grade reading, a five point drop in 8th grade reading, and an eight-point drop in 8th grade math from 2019. In every category, Wisconsin
WASHINGTON — Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, issued the following statement on a letter sent regarding Ukraine: “The Congressional Progressive Caucus hereby withdraws its recent letter to the White House regarding Ukraine. “The letter was drafted several months ago, but unfortunately was released by staff
October 23-29 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 23-29), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts, helping children get tested for lead exposure, and checking homes
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) has named Paul Tittl (R – Manitowoc) a “Champion of Commerce” for his support of the Milwaukee Region’s business community and its key priorities during the 2021-2022 Wisconsin legislative session. “Through the support and hard work of leaders like Representative Tittl,
NEW BERLIN, Wis. – State Senator Julian Bradley (R-Franklin) proudly gives his endorsement to Rob Hutton to serve in the State Senate representing the 5th Senate District. Rob Hutton has the experience and know how to deliver on conservative reforms. “While I will no longer represent New Berlin in 2023,
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a new report revealed neither Ron Johnson’s business or multimillion dollar family trust have paid any state taxes since 2013 and 2016, respectively. Instead of paying the thousands and thousands of dollars in state taxes, Ron Johnson took advantage of a loophole while working people struggle. Lt. Governor Mandela
LA CROSSE — Today, State Senator and nominee for Congress Brad Pfaff traveled to the UW-La Crosse campus to host a roundtable discussion with State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and La Crosse voters on threats to reproductive rights. “With just two weeks away from the midterm elections, we are dangerously close
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, PolitiFact confirmed that Tim Michels opposes closing a gun law loophole that allows domestic abusers to buy guns. Throughout his campaign, Michels has touted a radical pro-gun agenda that would endanger our communities and disregard victims of domestic violence. PolitiFact determined that Michels is opposed to closing the loophole based on
Seven members of the Green Bay Packers football team — linebacker Kingsley Enagbare, running back Aaron Jones, wide receiver Romeo Doubs, tackle Sean Rhyan, wide receiver Samori Toure, tackle Rasheed Walker and defensive lineman Johnathan Ford — visited the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy campus at Fort McCoy, Wis., Oct.
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) has named Representative Scott Allen (R – Waukesha) a “Champion of Commerce” for their support of the Milwaukee Region’s business community and its key priorities during the 2021-2022 Wisconsin legislative session. “Through the support and hard work of leaders like
MADISON, Wis. – Following a new report that a trust associated with Ron Johnson and his business did not pay their fair share in state income taxes, Johnson owes Wisconsinites the answers: How many millions of dollars did you and your family save from not paying state income taxes on Pacur or your
Today, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) announced its final round of legislative endorsements, consisting of a selection of candidates trusted to utilize their platforms and voices to push for the protection of reproductive rights for all Wisconsinites. Legislative action in Wisconsin is vital. Due to the legislative inaction of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for projects that reduce diesel emissions and improve Wisconsin’s air quality and human health. Approximately $360,000 of funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is available for projects designed to reduce emissions from eligible diesel engines
Energy product innovator U.S. Venture is the host sponsor of the Lambeau Field event MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council (WSBC) will hold its 15th annual Sustainability Conference on November 15 & 16 2022 at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field. This year’s theme is (R)Evolution of Sustainability – Bringing the
“State records show a trust fund started by Republican Sen. Ron Johnson hasn’t paid any Wisconsin taxes since 2016. Before then, the fund paid hundreds of thousands of dollars each year in state taxes.” MADISON, Wis. — A new report revealed new tax records from Ron Johnson showing that his multimillion dollar family
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting two listening sessions on Wednesday, Oct. 26 to share updates and seek public input on PFAS contamination in the city of Marinette, the town of Peshtigo and surrounding communities. These listening sessions are the 18th in a series of public input opportunities hosted by the DNR for area residents. The Oct. 26 listening
NEW NORTH, October 25, 2022 – Twenty-three emerging leaders from the New North have been named to the inaugural cohort of the Forward 48 program within the region. The group already is actively engaging with high-profile leaders from across Wisconsin. In an effort to grow the next generation of leaders, New
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Derrick Van Orden spent Monday in Crawford County continuing his 19 County Tour in the buildup to Election Day. Derrick was joined by Dan Kapanke kicking the day off at Kwik Trip, followed by visits to Achenbach Dairy and Farm, Leaisure Time Sportsbar and Bowl, River
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding farmers and manure applicators to check the runoff risk advisory forecast before spreading manure on fields. The tool helps determine the potential for manure runoff from a field depending on weather conditions and soil temperature. The runoff risk
There have been 186 murders in Milwaukee so far in 2022, which is 23 more than last year at this time. With violent crime exploding, why do you want to eliminate cash bail and cut the prison population in half?