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MADISON, Wis. – The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is in part a result of Republicans’ decades-long war against reproductive health. Republican politicians in Wisconsin have now achieved what they’ve been pushing for years, and the state’s 1849
Milwaukee: The Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision is yet another blow to the shaky foundations of American democracy as shocking as the revelations of the January 6th Committee. Right-wing extremists, funded by billionaires and our largest corporations, have seized control
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a large-scale fish die-off has been reported in the Fox River and lower Green Bay waters. Reports of dead fish began June 18 and DNR staff initiated monitoring
June 28, 2022 – Newspaper became a media to build a chair for some University of Wisconsin-River Falls Upward Bound students from Washington Technology Magnet High School in St. Paul. In some cases, the paper chair held up a person,
MADISON, Wis. — Republican gubernatorial candidates’ extremism on abortion spiraled out of control in a debate last night. Rebecca Kleefisch and two other candidates vowed to remove local elected officials from office if they do not go along with their support
MADISON – With the Congressional committee investigating the January 6th Insurrection against the US Capitol convening an unanticipated new hearing today, State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski has sent a letter to the panel urging it to compel Ron Johnson
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds travelers over the Fourth of July weekend to celebrate safe driving and buckle up, put their phone down, plan ahead and drive carefully through work zones. “As we approach the Fourth of July
Acuity announced that severe weather in Wisconsin during the week of June 12 continued a pattern of increased storm activity throughout the insurer’s 30-state operating territory. Acuity has responded to its customers who have experienced storm-related losses of over $130
(MADISON,WI) – Rape Crisis Center stands in solidarity with survivors. Survivors who deserve to make choices about their health care. Survivors who know that reproductive care is crucial health care. Survivors who know that the ruling from the Supreme Court
(MILWAUKEE, WISC).- El 10 de junio del 2022, un juez federal en Texas suspendió una póliza de la Administración de Biden que priorizaba el arresto de inmigrantes indocumentados que son considerados una amenaza para la seguridad pública y la seguridad
(Milwaukee, WISC.) – On June 10, 2022, a federal judge in Texas suspended a Biden Administration policy that prioritized the arrest of undocumented immigrants who are considered a threat to public safety and national security, leaving nearly all of the 11 million
67th Recruit Class graduation ceremony Thursday in La Crosse After completing six months of training at the Wisconsin State Patrol Academy, 37 cadets will receive their badges Thursday at a graduation ceremony in La Crosse. Governor Tony Evers, Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – Voters will have a choice of “I Voted” stickers when they head out to vote in this fall’s elections. The City of Madison Clerk’s Office revealed two new “I Voted” stickers on Tuesday. High school sophomore Katina
EAU CLAIRE, Wis.- (June 28, 2022) – The Xcel Energy Foundation is pleased to announce it has awarded $305,000 to 58 nonprofits in Wisconsin and Michigan to help provide funding for critical programs in their communities. “At Xcel Energy we’re
Madison, WI – Today is the 53rd Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in New York City – a series of protests in response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn in the Greenwich Village neighborhood. This event is widely
LA CROSSE, WI – With six weeks before the primary the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 2150 announced their endorsement of Brad Pfaff’s candidacy for Congress. “It’s an honor to have the support of the hardworking men and women
MILWAUKEE – U.S. Senate Candidate Steven Olikara is endorsed by Andrew Yang, former Candidate for President and Founder of the Forward Party. This is Yang’s only endorsement for the U.S. Senate in 2022. “It brings me great hope to endorse Steven Olikara for U.S.
MADISON, Wis. – Independence Day is next Monday, and many people will be celebrating during the upcoming weekend. Whether your plans involve watching professional fireworks or creating your own display, ReadyWisconsin encourages you to make safety a priority. “Independence Day
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers’ re-election campaign is launching its latest television ad of the 2022 cycle as part of its initial $3.5 million broadcast and cable buy. Gov. Evers believes that what’s best for our kids is best for
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), announced that the Financial Fitness Group (FFG), developers of industry-leading interactive financial wellness solutions for top financial service firms, government agencies, and large corporations, is collaborating on
MADISON, Wis. – The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is in part a result of Republicans’ decades-long war against reproductive health. Republican politicians in Wisconsin have now achieved what they’ve been pushing for years, and the state’s 1849 criminal ban could go into effect – even in cases
Milwaukee: The Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision is yet another blow to the shaky foundations of American democracy as shocking as the revelations of the January 6th Committee. Right-wing extremists, funded by billionaires and our largest corporations, have seized control of the Republican Party and are using it as an
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a large-scale fish die-off has been reported in the Fox River and lower Green Bay waters. Reports of dead fish began June 18 and DNR staff initiated monitoring efforts on June 20. At this time, the water quality
June 28, 2022 – Newspaper became a media to build a chair for some University of Wisconsin-River Falls Upward Bound students from Washington Technology Magnet High School in St. Paul. In some cases, the paper chair held up a person, in others, the paper crumbled. Thirty-nine of the 73 Upward
MADISON, Wis. — Republican gubernatorial candidates’ extremism on abortion spiraled out of control in a debate last night. Rebecca Kleefisch and two other candidates vowed to remove local elected officials from office if they do not go along with their support of an 1849 law imposing a near total ban on
MADISON – With the Congressional committee investigating the January 6th Insurrection against the US Capitol convening an unanticipated new hearing today, State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski has sent a letter to the panel urging it to compel Ron Johnson to testify under oath about what he knew about the
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds travelers over the Fourth of July weekend to celebrate safe driving and buckle up, put their phone down, plan ahead and drive carefully through work zones. “As we approach the Fourth of July weekend, please make smart decisions behind the wheel so everyone
Acuity announced that severe weather in Wisconsin during the week of June 12 continued a pattern of increased storm activity throughout the insurer’s 30-state operating territory. Acuity has responded to its customers who have experienced storm-related losses of over $130 million, the highest in the company’s history at this point
(MADISON,WI) – Rape Crisis Center stands in solidarity with survivors. Survivors who deserve to make choices about their health care. Survivors who know that reproductive care is crucial health care. Survivors who know that the ruling from the Supreme Court does not only affect them but all persons with uteruses.
(MILWAUKEE, WISC).- El 10 de junio del 2022, un juez federal en Texas suspendió una póliza de la Administración de Biden que priorizaba el arresto de inmigrantes indocumentados que son considerados una amenaza para la seguridad pública y la seguridad nacional, dejando a casi la totalidad de los 11 millones
(Milwaukee, WISC.) – On June 10, 2022, a federal judge in Texas suspended a Biden Administration policy that prioritized the arrest of undocumented immigrants who are considered a threat to public safety and national security, leaving nearly all of the 11 million undocumented immigrants in the country vulnerable to deportation. See New York
67th Recruit Class graduation ceremony Thursday in La Crosse After completing six months of training at the Wisconsin State Patrol Academy, 37 cadets will receive their badges Thursday at a graduation ceremony in La Crosse. Governor Tony Evers, Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson and other state leaders
MADISON, WI – Voters will have a choice of “I Voted” stickers when they head out to vote in this fall’s elections. The City of Madison Clerk’s Office revealed two new “I Voted” stickers on Tuesday. High school sophomore Katina Maclin designed the artwork for the stickers as an intern
EAU CLAIRE, Wis.- (June 28, 2022) – The Xcel Energy Foundation is pleased to announce it has awarded $305,000 to 58 nonprofits in Wisconsin and Michigan to help provide funding for critical programs in their communities. “At Xcel Energy we’re doing our part to support our customers and communities,” said
Madison, WI – Today is the 53rd Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in New York City – a series of protests in response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn in the Greenwich Village neighborhood. This event is widely considered a pivotal event in the LGBTQ+ movement in the
LA CROSSE, WI – With six weeks before the primary the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 2150 announced their endorsement of Brad Pfaff’s candidacy for Congress. “It’s an honor to have the support of the hardworking men and women at IBEW 2150,” said Brad Pfaff. “Working families are struggling
MILWAUKEE – U.S. Senate Candidate Steven Olikara is endorsed by Andrew Yang, former Candidate for President and Founder of the Forward Party. This is Yang’s only endorsement for the U.S. Senate in 2022. “It brings me great hope to endorse Steven Olikara for U.S. Senate,” shares Yang. “Wisconsin voters are feeling the effects of
MADISON, Wis. – Independence Day is next Monday, and many people will be celebrating during the upcoming weekend. Whether your plans involve watching professional fireworks or creating your own display, ReadyWisconsin encourages you to make safety a priority. “Independence Day celebrations are a summer tradition for many people, and fireworks
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers’ re-election campaign is launching its latest television ad of the 2022 cycle as part of its initial $3.5 million broadcast and cable buy. Gov. Evers believes that what’s best for our kids is best for our state — and the latest ad highlights the work
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), announced that the Financial Fitness Group (FFG), developers of industry-leading interactive financial wellness solutions for top financial service firms, government agencies, and large corporations, is collaborating on a program with DFI and the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy