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NICHOLSON CALLS ON EVERS AND LEGISLATURE TO ELIMINATE WISCONSIN’S MINIMUM MARKUP ON GASOLINE Nicholson says Wisconsin residents need relief from rising costs – and one step the state can take is repealing the minimum markup on gasoline. DELAFIELD, Wis. – Today, Kevin
MILWAUKEE (June 8, 2022) – Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is excited to start the first session of Summer Academy for students Thursday, June 9, 2022. Summer Academy is for all students who wish to catch up, get ahead, or simply continue learning during
TOWNSHIP OF OCONTO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident (OICI) in the Township of Oconto, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 8, 2022.
MADISON – Today, the U.S. House passed the Protecting Our Kids Act, which would raise the age limit for purchasing a semi-automatic rifle to 21 and address gun trafficking and untraceable firearms. On the heels of the devastating Uvalde school shooting and
(WAUKESHA, WI) – On Saturday, June 18, 2022 the 8th Annual Jump for Archie will inspire action to change lives by fighting the opioid crisis and mental health stigma. Live music, food and a fun community atmosphere will accompany a
Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted to pass the Protect Our Kids Act, which includes sensible gun reforms that will save lives and keep our children safe. “In America, there are more guns than people. There have been more shootings in
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) voted to pass the Protecting Our Children Act (H.R. 7910), a package of gun safety measures to help stem the tide of gun violence which has afflicted the United States for decades. “Gun violence is a
During today’s meeting of the Community and Economic Development Committee, the committee recommended approval of file #200272 – a resolution designating Juneteenth Day as an annual official City of Milwaukee event. The file was sponsored by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and co-sponsored by Alderman
Today, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) held the final event of the “Thank You Tour: Moving Forward Together” event series to thank Wisconsin communities for their COVID-19 response efforts. Our last stop was in Milwaukee
MADISON, June 8, 2022 – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is disappointed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s recent decision in Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce v. Evers. The decision will result in the government releasing the names of small businesses with
WISCONSIN – Today, Brad Woodhouse, co-chair of the Defend Democracy Project, Donald Sherman with Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington, former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney, Mel Barnes, Law Forward, and Rabbi Bonnie Margulis with Wisconsin Faith Voices for
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a letter to CNH Industrial’s Chief Executive Officer Scott Wine expressing support for over 1,000 UAW workers currently on strike in Racine, Wisconsin and Burlington, Iowa and demanding
Portage, WI – The American Legion Riders have organized a 3-day motorcycle ride throughout Wisconsin to benefit The Highground Rising project in Neillsville, WI. This statewide ride is focused on raising awareness and seeking funding for the project; funds raised will
Madison – This morning Governor Evers called for a Special Session to Protect Reproductive Rights and Healthcare Access. The Special Session is set for June 22nd to take up a bill that repeals the 1849 criminal ban on abortion. This ban is
CONTACT: Michels Press Office press@michelsforgovernor.com Plan will raise literacy standards, increase transparency and usher in universal school choice West Allis, WI – Today, Wisconsin businessman, veteran, and political outsider Tim Michels introduced his “I Trust Parents” K-12 Education Policy Blueprint.
MADISON, Wis., — Today, PolitiFact gave a “True” rating to the claim that the provision Ron Johnson muscled into the 2017 GOP tax bill disproportionately benefited the ultra wealthy like himself and his two biggest donors. See below for a full breakdown of their
MADISON, WI—At a hearing today, a Waukesha County Circuit Court agreed to extend a temporary stay on an April decision that limits the state’s authority to address toxic PFAS contamination under Wisconsin’s Spills Law. The ruling preventing the decision from
Jefferson and Waukesha Counties, WI – June 7, 2022 – Along with warmer temperatures and sunnier skies, this spring will bring the arrival of the Grow Solar Waukesha + Jefferson Counties group buy program. Returning after a successful launch last
MILWAUKEE – Today Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and County Supervisors Peter Burgelis, Ryan Clancy, Felesia Martin, Juan Miguel Martinez, Shawn Rolland, Liz Sumner, Kathleen Vincent, and Sheldon Wasserman released the following statement in support of the Milwaukee Brewers
NICHOLSON CALLS ON EVERS AND LEGISLATURE TO ELIMINATE WISCONSIN’S MINIMUM MARKUP ON GASOLINE Nicholson says Wisconsin residents need relief from rising costs – and one step the state can take is repealing the minimum markup on gasoline. DELAFIELD, Wis. – Today, Kevin Nicholson, a Marine Corps combat veteran, political outsider, and a
MILWAUKEE (June 8, 2022) – Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is excited to start the first session of Summer Academy for students Thursday, June 9, 2022. Summer Academy is for all students who wish to catch up, get ahead, or simply continue learning during summer break. Available summer programs include credit recovery, credit acceleration,
TOWNSHIP OF OCONTO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident (OICI) in the Township of Oconto, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Beginning at approximately 2:41 p.m., multiple 911 calls were received
MADISON – Today, the U.S. House passed the Protecting Our Kids Act, which would raise the age limit for purchasing a semi-automatic rifle to 21 and address gun trafficking and untraceable firearms. On the heels of the devastating Uvalde school shooting and a gun scare at a middle school here in Wisconsin, State
(WAUKESHA, WI) – On Saturday, June 18, 2022 the 8th Annual Jump for Archie will inspire action to change lives by fighting the opioid crisis and mental health stigma. Live music, food and a fun community atmosphere will accompany a vigil; the 2nd Annual 988 5k Suicide Prevention Walk/Run; a
Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted to pass the Protect Our Kids Act, which includes sensible gun reforms that will save lives and keep our children safe. “In America, there are more guns than people. There have been more shootings in 2022 than there have been days. We are only halfway
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) voted to pass the Protecting Our Children Act (H.R. 7910), a package of gun safety measures to help stem the tide of gun violence which has afflicted the United States for decades. “Gun violence is a uniquely American problem,” Pocan said. “There are widely popular steps we can
During today’s meeting of the Community and Economic Development Committee, the committee recommended approval of file #200272 – a resolution designating Juneteenth Day as an annual official City of Milwaukee event. The file was sponsored by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and co-sponsored by Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Nikiya
Today, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) held the final event of the “Thank You Tour: Moving Forward Together” event series to thank Wisconsin communities for their COVID-19 response efforts. Our last stop was in Milwaukee to recognize local public health officials from the southeastern region
MADISON, June 8, 2022 – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is disappointed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s recent decision in Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce v. Evers. The decision will result in the government releasing the names of small businesses with employees testing positive for COVID-19, regardless of where or how
WISCONSIN – Today, Brad Woodhouse, co-chair of the Defend Democracy Project, Donald Sherman with Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington, former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney, Mel Barnes, Law Forward, and Rabbi Bonnie Margulis with Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice joined a virtual press briefing hosted by the Defend
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a letter to CNH Industrial’s Chief Executive Officer Scott Wine expressing support for over 1,000 UAW workers currently on strike in Racine, Wisconsin and Burlington, Iowa and demanding the company negotiate a fair contract in good faith. “Let’s
Portage, WI – The American Legion Riders have organized a 3-day motorcycle ride throughout Wisconsin to benefit The Highground Rising project in Neillsville, WI. This statewide ride is focused on raising awareness and seeking funding for the project; funds raised will help expand the veterans memorial park that serves not only
Madison – This morning Governor Evers called for a Special Session to Protect Reproductive Rights and Healthcare Access. The Special Session is set for June 22nd to take up a bill that repeals the 1849 criminal ban on abortion. This ban is currently unenforceable due to Roe v. Wade. However, if this
CONTACT: Michels Press Office press@michelsforgovernor.com Plan will raise literacy standards, increase transparency and usher in universal school choice West Allis, WI – Today, Wisconsin businessman, veteran, and political outsider Tim Michels introduced his “I Trust Parents” K-12 Education Policy Blueprint. It’s the latest in a series of detailed proposals Michels
MADISON, Wis., — Today, PolitiFact gave a “True” rating to the claim that the provision Ron Johnson muscled into the 2017 GOP tax bill disproportionately benefited the ultra wealthy like himself and his two biggest donors. See below for a full breakdown of their rating against Johnson. POLITIFACT: Yes, a tax break Ron Johnson pushed
MADISON, WI—At a hearing today, a Waukesha County Circuit Court agreed to extend a temporary stay on an April decision that limits the state’s authority to address toxic PFAS contamination under Wisconsin’s Spills Law. The ruling preventing the decision from taking effect will allow the Department of Natural Resources to
Jefferson and Waukesha Counties, WI – June 7, 2022 – Along with warmer temperatures and sunnier skies, this spring will bring the arrival of the Grow Solar Waukesha + Jefferson Counties group buy program. Returning after a successful launch last year, this program offers the opportunity to learn about solar
MILWAUKEE – Today Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and County Supervisors Peter Burgelis, Ryan Clancy, Felesia Martin, Juan Miguel Martinez, Shawn Rolland, Liz Sumner, Kathleen Vincent, and Sheldon Wasserman released the following statement in support of the Milwaukee Brewers hosting their annual Pride Night on Wednesday, June 8: “We