The Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers is greatly concerned about the community impact of the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse on all five felony charges. We believe this acquittal could send a message in our state and across the country that it is appropriate for private citizens

MILWAUKEE – This afternoon a Kenosha County jury found Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty on counts of intentional, reckless, and attempted homicide and reckless endangerment. County Supervisor Coggs-Jones released the following statement on the verdict: “My heart goes out to the families of Joseph Rosenbaum, Anthony Huber, and Gaige Grosskreutz. Rosenbaum and Huber

MILWAUKEE, WI, November 19, 2021) — Touting the long and proud history of successfully manufacturing high-quality trucks with a skilled union workforce represented by UAW Local 578 members in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Senator Gary C. Peters (D-MI) have asked for additional information on the production location

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today released the following statement regarding the verdict in Wisconsin v. Rittenhouse. “The residents of Kenosha have endured significant hardship over the course of more than a year, and they have worked hard to heal their community. It is imperative that everyone

MADISON, Wis. – On National Injury Prevention Day, UW Health is shining a light on prevention of violent injuries, particularly from firearms. In 2019, UW Health’s Level I Adult Trauma Center treated 85 patients for injuries related to violence, of which 23 were firearm related. In 2020, those numbers jumped

(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach is encouraging everyone to be prepared this winter season for extreme storm events as Wisconsin highlights Winter Weather Awareness Week. “It’s very important that everyone be prepared when extreme winter storm conditions arrive in Brown County,” says Streckenbach. “Make sure you

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding consumers to check for possible invasive pests before purchasing holiday décor. In previous years, plant health inspectors have intercepted evergreen decorations infested with invasive insects hitching a ride into Wisconsin from other states. For example,

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced his participation in a nationwide investigation into Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, for providing and promoting its social media platform – Instagram – to children and young adults despite knowing that such use is associated with physical and mental

Kansas City, Mo. – A Jefferson County Court agreed with Hunter Nation today by ruling that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) infringed on Wisconsin’s hunters right to hunt by delaying Wisconsin’s statutorily required wolf hunt. The permanent injunction granted to Hunter Nation against the DNR means the agency must

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind highlighted the great work of Wisconsin’s rural health centers and professionals in honor of National Rural Health Day.   “Across Wisconsin, communities rely on our outstanding rural health care centers and professionals for access to quality, affordable care close to home. On National Rural Health Day, we celebrate

MADISON, Wis. — Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, and Chair Ben Wikler celebrated the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which will invest in good-paying jobs, clean drinking water, accessible broadband, and provide federal funds for infrastructure projects to Wisconsin. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signed by President Biden last week,

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ronald Skallerud as Forest County Sheriff. The appointment fills a vacancy created by Sheriff John Dennee’s resignation. Skallerud will complete the remainder of the term ending Jan. 2, 2023. “Ronald is an exceptional leader who, together with his personal commitment

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports a rare barn owl nest was documented in Wisconsin for the first time in more than 20 years. The nest was spotted in September after a young barn owl fell out of a dead tree in a La Crosse resident’s backyard

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement congratulating the 10,000 UAW members at John Deere who have voted to ratify a new 6-year collective bargaining agreement: “There is power in a union. Congratulations to all the UAW members at John Deere and all the families who

MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed the partisan Republican gerrymandered maps. Senate Bill 621 aimed to ensure Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature maintain their majority through extreme gerrymandering. Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), a longstanding proponent for a fair and non-partisan map drawing process, applauded Governor Evers’ veto: “Governor

Today, Gov. Tony Evers vetoed Wisconsin Republicans’ rigged redistricting plan. Gov. Evers is once again proving he’s the last line of defense for voting rights and fair elections. “I believe — and I know Wisconsinites agree — that people should get to choose their elected officials, not the other way around,” said Gov. Evers. The

Today, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi joined City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, City of Verona Mayor Luke Diaz, Town of Verona Chair Mark Geller, and Ice Age Trail Alliance representatives to announce an approximately 40-acre land purchase to expand the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The property will create

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement following Governor Evers’ veto of Republican-drawn election maps: Rigging our political system with unjust, immoral and antidemocratic maps cannot continue to stand in Wisconsin. We thank Governor Tony Evers for using his veto pen to stand up for democracy, fight for

PULASKI – From the Glenbrook Elementary School cafeteria, State Reps Kristina Shelton (D – Green Bay), Francesca Hong (D – Madison) and State Senator Chris Larson (D – Milwaukee), along with State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly introduced the Wisconsin Healthy Meals for All Act. LRB 4605 intends to provide state aid to reimburse public and private schools that