WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its decision on the landmark case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. This decision eliminates the egregious precedent set by cases Roe v. Wade and Casey v. Planned Parenthood and puts decision this decision back in the hands of

Madison – “Five conservative extremists have traded the US Supreme Court’s legitimacy and the legal personhood of women for their own selfish crusade to impose their narrow religious views on an unwilling nation. Despite some four out of five Americans wanting abortion to remain safe and legal, five Justices have

Menomonie, WI — Today, Deb Baldus McGrath, candidate for Wisconsin’s third Congressional District, decried the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. “I am angry that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. Americans have lost access to a fundamental, constitutional right. Make no mistake, this is not happening in

MADISON — In response to the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate released the following statement: “Like it does for so many Americans, this decision hits close to home for me. I might not be here today if Roe v. Wade hadn’t allowed my

Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Public Media and the Educational Communications Board joined broadcasters from around the state to celebrate the life and career of former WPM Director Gene Purcell who was one of four people inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame this week. Purcell was a longtime

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Michael Zell to the Portage County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Thomas B. Eagon’s retirement. Zell will complete a term ending July 31, 2023. “Michael Zell is a highly respected lawyer who

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) led 23 of their colleagues in calling on Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Becerra and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf to provide an update on FDA’s efforts to change

https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/220623GOPAddress.mp3 Hello, this is State Senator Mary Felzkowski. With summer fast approaching, tourism season is in full swing. Tourism is a vital piece of Wisconsin’s economy.  Our state has a great deal to offer, from the many lakes to the numerous county fairs, and from the beautiful state parks to

https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/220624DemAddress.mp3   Hi, this is State Representative Gary Hebl with this week’s Democratic Radio Address. Many of our parents probably told us the same thing when we were trying to overcome a tricky obstacle, if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. It’s a phrase that teaches us perseverance

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement after voting against the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. “The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act is a classic example of Washington dysfunction. Negotiated by a ‘gang’ with no committee process and no ability to offer amendments, billions in spending with

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin voted for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, legislation that will enact the most significant new reforms to take on gun violence since the 1990s. The legislation passed the Senate by a 65-33 vote.  “For the past three decades, Congress has failed to take action on

RIVER FALLS — Gov. Tony Evers today announced more than $5 million in grants through the second round of the Workforce Innovation Grant Program will be awarded to the Wisconsin Community Action Program Association (WISCAP) and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, through the University of Wisconsin (UW) System Board of Regents, for training efforts

Washington, DC – In the fifth hearing of the January 6th Select Committee, we learned even more about Trump’s illegal and unconstitutional attempt to overturn the results of an election he knew he lost, including the involvement of members of Congress determined to overturn the will of the people. “The

Milwaukee, WI – Less than a year after making the promise, We Energies and Alliant Energy this morning unceremoniously announced they are breaking the transition to clean energy commitments they made. We Energies announced its decision to delay the retirement of its coal plants from 2023 and 2024, to May 2024

MADISON – On Thursday, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) awarded funding from the state’s Broadband Expansion Grant Program. The Commission awarded $124,967,392 for 71 projects that will expand broadband internet to more than 82,912 residential and 4566 business locations currently unserved or underserved. The projects receiving

MILWAUKEE – Today the County Board adopted (12-6) a proposal by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson to provide funding for a summer roller skating program at Red Arrow Park. “It’s important to continually look for innovative ideas to engage all facets of our community,” said Chairwoman Nicholson. “We know roller skating is

MILWAUKEE – Today the County Board unanimously adopted a proposal by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson to reimagine several standing committees to increase focus on sustainability, parks, transit, and the annual budget. “I am proud to have the unanimous support of my colleagues as I continue to modernize how the County Board does business

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, a bill co-introduced by Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), the Justice for American Victims of Terror Act, was introduced in the House of Representatives. This legislation would require the Biden Administration to follow the law to ensure $3.5 billion in assets seized from the central bank of Afghanistan benefits

MADISON, WI – Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has appointed State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) to the board of directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).  WEDC provides financial and technical assistance to Wisconsin businesses to improve economic opportunities and competitiveness. “It’s an honor to serve on the WEDC board,” Representative

[Fond du Lac, WI…]  Fond Du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney, Law Enforcement’s Choice for Attorney General, issued the following statement in reaction to the United States Supreme Court’s rulings in Maine and New York: “This week’s rulings by the United States Supreme Court give parents more education options and