MADISON, Wis. – Tim Michels avoided answering reporter questions on how he would implement gun safety legislation in Wisconsin for the second time on Monday, this time in an interview with CBS 58. CBS 58 reports that Michels blamed rising gun violence on the Black Lives Matter movement and “did not directly respond

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters is proud to announce its first wave of endorsements for the November 8 Election. This round of endorsements focuses on incumbents who have consistently worked to protect the environment and our democracy.   “There’s so much on the line in November,” said Executive Director Kerry

MILWAUKEE – Mayor Cavalier Johnson and the City of Milwaukee Arts Board (MAB) honored the 2022 Mildred L. Harpole Artists of the Year and 2022 Friends of the Arts award recipients at a ceremony on Tuesday evening. These honorees represent excellence and exceptional service in Milwaukee’s arts community. Artists Ck Ledesma

MADISON, WI — Mark Pocan, congressman for Wisconsin’s 2nd district, today endorsed Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, who is running for Dane County Sheriff. Barrett was appointed by Governor Tony Evers in April 2021, and is running for a full term in this fall’s election.   “Sheriff Kalvin Barrett has already made

MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday, June 21 County Supervisor Peter Burgelis and County Parks Director of Operations and Skilled Trades Peter Bratt will host a neighborhood discussion about the future of Doyne Park.  “Doyne Park is a neighborhood jewel which the Parks Department can unfortunately no longer staff or maintain as a 9-hole par-3 golf

(June 15, 2022 – Madison, Wisconsin) Wisconsin voters have filed a formal complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission against its Administrator Meagan Wolfe for violating her duties under Wisconsin election law. The complaint filed June 14, 2022, in the State of Wisconsin before the Elections Commission by Thomas More Society attorneys,

MADISON, Wis. (June 15, 2022) – Local Deloitte professionals recently used their annual Impact Day to support local Madison charities and address critical community needs around the globe. Team members gathered in person and remotely on June 10 to donate their time to benefit local children, veterans, and women and girls in developing countries.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is partnering with Operation Fresh Start, a Madison-based nonprofit, for hands-on job training at state properties across Wisconsin. Launched in October 2021, the Conservation Academy with Operation Fresh Start provides a pathway for graduates to enter forestry and land conservation careers. This

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to announce that a new display featuring the stories of some of the state’s LGBTQ+ history-makers has debuted at its headquarters. “We Will Always Be Here: Wisconsin’s LGBTQ+ Historymakers” centers on the stories of eight individuals across a wide spectrum of

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding motorists to be alert of pavement buckles as hot temperatures continue over the next several days. The recent heat wave increases the possibility of pavement buckles. Pavement buckling occurs when slabs of pavement expand and push against one another. If the pressure

MADISON, Wis. – The recent severe weather in Wisconsin resulted in damage to homes and businesses throughout the state, and additional storms are expected. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) urges consumers with property damage to use caution when interacting with unfamiliar or traveling crews that

Madison, WI –  Earlier this week, it was indicated that the Legislative Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules would allow the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to implement proposed standards for PFAS. PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of manufactured chemicals found in items like nonstick

Brookfield, Wis. – (June 15, 2022) – Wisconsin-based health insurer Network Health announced today the addition of Milwaukee attorney Mike Lappin to its senior leadership team. Lappin will become the organization’s chief legal and strategy officer on July 1. Lappin has a reputation as a trusted adviser and innovative problem solver, helping the C-suite navigate complex business challenges from

Washington, DC — Today, in a radio interview, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) called for destroying protections for people with pre-existing conditions by funneling them into high risk pools. The reality is that returning to high risk pools means people with common conditions like asthma or diabetes would face discrimination and have to pay more

MILWAUKEE – County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones shared her excitement to represent Milwaukee County on the City-County Joint Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity and the Combined Community Services Board.   “I am honored to have the opportunity to expand on my public service by contributing to these vital

[Waukesha, Wis.] — Newly unearthed emails by Wisconsin Spotlight outline how the top teachers’ union in Wisconsin influenced Gov. Tony Evers to close schools during the pandemic and veto School Choice expansion. Candidate for governor Rebecca Kleefisch released the following statement in response:   “Wisconsin needs a governor who spends time prioritizing

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its new statewide survey with an in-person presentation from Charles Franklin, poll director, on Wednesday, June 22, at 12:15 p.m. in the Lubar Center at Marquette Law School’s Eckstein Hall. A complete news release and poll data, including

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to CEO and President of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), Dr. Richard Baron, regarding ABIM’s meeting to determine “whether to recommend any disciplinary sanction against” Dr. Peter McCullough for his views on COVID-19. Sen. Johnson invited Dr. Baron

OSHKOSH  – In a new “Just The Truth” column on his Wisfacts website today, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) debunked the Democrats’ false claims about his record on China. “The first step in solving any problem is admitting you have one. Then you have to properly diagnose the root cause to be