Increased infrastructure collaboration offers assist for growth of clean, electric vehicles  ST. LOUIS (Sept. 29, 2021) – Midwest electric vehicle (EV) drivers can now travel even farther with an expanding charging network. In 2020, Ameren announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration among Midwest energy companies that committed in good faith to building a large, collaborative network of EV charging stations. Now the momentum continues, as Alliant Energy signs the Memorandum of Cooperation to further

Named co-leader of Wisconsin Medicine Institute for Clinical Trials MADISON, Wis. – Nasia Safdar, MD, PhD, has been named the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health’s inaugural associate dean for clinical trials and the research director of the new Wisconsin Medicine Institute for Clinical Trials, a joint

Washington, DC – Yesterday, Reps. Ron Kind (WI-03), Gwen Moore (WI-04), and Mark Pocan (WI-02) sent a letter to House leadership emphasizing the importance of preserving and expanding access to affordable health care coverage as discussions on the Build Back Better Act continue.      The American Rescue Plan (ARP), which was signed into law in

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Schofield is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of lead service lines throughout the City of Schofield.

WEST ALLIS, WI —- West Allis Alderman and candidate for Wisconsin State Treasurer Angelito Tenorio announced today that he has earned the endorsement of five current mayors from across the state. The mayors endorsing Angelito for Treasurer are Wausau Mayor Katie Rosenberg, South Milwaukee Mayor Erik Brooks, Stevens Point Mayor

MADISON, Wis. – The newest employee at American Family Children’s Hospital has a big smile, a soft spot for kids, and four legs. Kiko, a two-year-old golden retriever from Georgia, arrived this week to work as a facility dog. She is professionally trained to work in healthcare settings and provide

Building on the success of its groundbreaking Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Surveys from 2015 through 2020, MadREP launched its 6th survey in early 2021. Madison, WI – Madison, WI – The Madison Region Economic Partnership President (MadREP) today announced the results of their 2021 Workplace Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Survey. This is the

AAA Research Reveals That Some Drivers May Not Grasp the Danger They Pose To Those at the Roadside MADISON, Wisc., (Sept. 29, 2021) – Following the deaths of two AAA tow providers, The Auto Club Group is raising awareness of the dangers emergency responders face on the roadside and how critical

[Brookfield…] [Brookfield…] Common Sense Wisconsin has submitted a proposed redistricting map for Consideration by Governor Ever’s ‘People’s Commission” that implements the Commission’s own criteria. Democrats are demanding a new map be drawn from scratch — they argue the 2012 legislative map is too partisan. Republicans say they prefer to follow

Today, County Executive Joe Parisi joined Operation Fresh Start Conservation Crew members and climate action advocates to announce a $10 million investment in clean fuel infrastructure, as part of his 2022 budget proposal. Parisi also announced Dane County’s intention to be net zero on carbon emissions for County buildings and

MADISON, Wis. – Earlier today, GOP legislators released the co-sponsorship memo for LRB-2972/2 which makes a number of constitutional changes to statewide elected offices including the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Notably, the bill would change the method for how this office is chosen from a statewide election to a

MADISON – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) today announced 9% federal housing tax awards for its 2021 Innovation Housing Tax Credit program. Woodside Prairie, a 32-unit supportive housing development in Grafton and The Shield, a 44-unit supportive housing development in Madison, will each receive a tax credit award

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Derrick Van Orden joined Kennedy last night to discuss the testimony of Secretary Austin, General Milley, and General McKenzie in front of the Senate Armed Services Committee yesterday. Derrick was blunt and honest, calling attention to the lies and hypocrisies that came out of the

The News: The Wisconsin Senate and Assembly passed two transparency bills, supported by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), that provide citizens with fresh access to public school curriculum material and financial information. These bills now move to Governor Evers for the opportunity to be signed into law.

Milwaukee, Wisc. September 28, 2021 – Ahead of its 11th Annual National Policy Summit in Milwaukee this week on September 29th and 30th, 2021, Wisconsin Federation for Children is proud to announce a new website featuring educational advocacy toolkits for parents and community leaders. The toolkits provide parents with in-depth information on topics including: communicating

MILWAUKEE – A coalition of Milwaukee community organizations issued the following joint statement today calling on Mayor Tom Barrett to direct his health commissioner to immediately issue a new Moving Milwaukee Forward health order and a citywide indoor mask mandate: “We undersigned organizations call on Mayor Tom Barrett and the

MADISON — UW–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank will be honored as a “Posse Star” — a leader in education — at The Posse Foundation’s annual gala tonight, Sept. 29, in New York City. Each year, the foundation honors Posse partners who exhibit leadership, make a significant contribution in the field of

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a deer farm in Vilas County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed the test results. The sample was taken during routine surveillance and came from an

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of St. Francis is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of lead service lines throughout the City of