MILWAUKEE—The following is a statement from Sachin Chheda, campaign manager for Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s campaign: “Today we are releasing the campaign’s first general election ad, “For All of Us” which was filmed during Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s primary night victory speech. The ad will air on Milwaukee broadcast and cable television

MILWAUKEE – This morning the County Board of Supervisors approved (14-4) a proposal to contribute $45 million in bonding to finance a new building for the Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM). County Supervisor Joseph J. Czarnezki voted to approve this funding. MPM has indicated that it plans to call the new museum the

The Greater Madison MPO is finishing up work on the Connect Greater Madison: Regional Transportation Plan 2050 (RTP) update, and is announcing opportunities to comment on draft plan recommendations through the plan website and upcoming virtual public meetings. The public is invited to provide comments on the draft future roadway, transit, and

Board of Education approves District’s recommendations for appointment of Chief Academic Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief of Student and Pupil Supports, and Chief of Talent, as well as Principals at Jefferson Elementary School and Underwood Elementary School Wauwatosa, WI — On Monday, March 14, 2022, the Wauwatosa School District Board

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind released the following statement after President Joe Biden signed the bipartisan omnibus appropriations package into law, including over $11 million for Community Projects that Rep. Kind championed: “I’m thrilled to see this funding for Community Projects headed to Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Whether it’s a new

MADISON, WI…In response to legislation introduced by State Sen. André Jacque sitting on the Governor’s desk, and President Biden’s call to fund the police, the Evers Administration today announced the release of $1 million in federal pandemic funding to train more officers. The Governor’s action effectively enacts Assembly Bill 836, co-authored

Madison, Wis. — Wisconsin Gun Owners, Inc. (WGO)— Wisconsin’s only no-compromise gun rights organization — opposes in the strongest possible terms the newly passed Omnibus Spending Package, which contains dangerous gun control in the form of the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization. WGO’s opposition to this bill stems from the

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds licensed drivers who are ages 60+ and whose license expired in January, February or March 2022, must renew their license by March 31, 2022. The most recent driver license renewal extension for ages 60 and over ends March 31,

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced today that a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) recently issued for the subject of a Silver Alert, aided in the subject’s safe return. This was only the second time a WEA has been issued for a Silver Alert since its implementation in December

Departments are required to seek alignment with Blueprint for Peace initiative The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) will today begin holding training sessions in violence prevention that city departments can take advantage of to better align their operations with the city’s adopted violence reduction initiative. Originally a footnote in the 2020 city budget, a

(WASHINGTON D.C, 3/15/2022) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called for a hate crime investigation into alleged racist vandalism targeting a Black family in West Allis, Wisc. The tires of the family’s car were reportedly slashed, and a window was smashed. The perpetrator

WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Fox News’ “Faulkner Focus” and Newsmax’s “Stinchfield” to discuss how Biden’s policies are harmful to our economy and demonstrate weakness abroad.  The interviews can be found here and here, excerpts are below.  On Biden’s Weakness:  “Stop leading from behind. Actually provide the type of

“I can’t wait to see the campaign ad coming based on this announcement – it’s another obvious election year conversion by Governor Evers. “Two years ago, he joined with Black Lives Matter in denouncing law enforcement across the state. He proposed bills that would make the jobs of law enforcement

Conover, Wis., — Vilas County Judicial candidate, Meg O’Marro, expressed deep concern at a March 12 Conover forum that her opponent’s lack of trial experience and push for virtual hearings may undermine citizen’s Constitutional rights to due process, a fair trial and the right to confront and cross examine accusers. Judicial

Anna Hodges, retired Chief Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court and candidate for Clerk of Circuit Court in the August 9 Democratic primary, issued this statement after George Christenson announced that he was formally entering the race: “I welcome Mr. Christenson’s formal entry into the race for Clerk of Circuit Court,”

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council applications through March 31, 2022. DATCP reminds students who will be high school seniors during the 2022 – 2023 school year to apply now. The purpose of the Wisconsin Agriculture Youth

March 15, 2022 Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler and Director of State Courts Hon. Randy R. Koschnick today released the following statements regarding Gov. Tony Evers’ announcement on the use of ARPA funds to support justice system recovery in Milwaukee County. Statement of Chief Justice Annette Kingsland

New investments to address reckless driving, expand pre-trial GPS supervision, while supporting evidence-based crime prevention strategies, local and tribal law enforcement agencies, and alleviating court backlogs MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers today announced a more than $50 million investment in community safety, including nearly $19 million for local and tribal

MADISON, Wis.—Opportunity Wisconsin today launched a new TV ad as part of their multimillion dollar TV and digital advertising campaign calling out Senator Ron Johnson for putting his own personal profits above hardworking Wisconsinites. The new ad, “Grocery Store,” features Rachel, a Madison area mother, calling out Senator Johnson for passing