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Students and community members gather to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising [Milwaukee, WI] – The Students for a Democratic Society chapter at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), and Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee, alongside community allies, will hold a rally and march
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) distributed the fifth and final Innovation Planning Grant (IPG) payment on June 2. This brought the initial IPG program to a close, allowing the agency to prepare for the next step:
June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month Green Bay, WI – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, through its continued collaboration with the Wisconsin Elder Justice Coalition, is offering community resources that work to combat
Baldwin has been outspoken advocate for Wisconsin’s Job Corps centers that help young Americans get career training and are a path to good-paying jobs WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of Appropriations Committee members led
MADISON, Wis. — As President Donald Trump continues to push America to the brink of war with Iran, members of the WisDems Muslim Caucus, including Fatima Malik and Wajiha Akhtar-Khaleel released the following statement: “The President is once again breaking his
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will allow water levels in Bakken’s Pond in Sauk County to ebb and flow with the Lower Wisconsin River system to allow for ongoing repairs on the dike.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on bridge rehabilitation work on four bridges along I-94 and I-39 in Madison, Dane County. Construction is currently scheduled for 2027. A presentation and handout detailing this project are available
MADISON — The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy released the following statement from CEO Annette Olson regarding the Wisconsin state budget: “There is no sense for conservatives to continue negotiating with Gov. Evers, who has proven himself supremely untrustworthy.
The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America [DSA] condemn the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran and demand that U.S. leaders move towards disengagement instead of continuing the destruction of the region. After decades of crying “nuclear,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities: “I have been clear-eyed that Iran is a threat to the safety of people across
Contact: Daniella Cassano, 202-225-5101 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to U.S. strikes against Iran. “Today’s U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites represent strong, decisive action fully within President Trump’s constitutional authority as Commander
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is announcing that charges have been filed in Rock and Dane Counties against two individuals in connection to a multi-agency investigation. According to the criminal complaints, Paul
Green Bay, WI – Today, State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) convened a housing roundtable in partnership with NeighborWorks Green Bay and the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) to address local housing challenges and gather community input on solutions. The event brought together
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined attorneys general across the country in submitting four joint comment letters opposing the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s attempt to roll back longstanding anti-discrimination regulations under Title VI of the Civil Rights
(Brookfield, WI) – Pro-Life Wisconsin will host a Dobbs Day Rally on Tuesday, June 24, from 10am-12pm on the public sidewalk right of way directly in front of Care for All WI abortion center in Milwaukee located at 756 N 35th St #204,
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a multistate coalition secured a court order on Thursday that blocks the Trump Administration from withholding federal road and highway funding in its attempt to strongarm states into advancing the Trump administration’s
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) announced that Paul Eriksen has been selected to serve as Administrator for the Division of Technology Services (DTS). Eriksen’s comprehensive experience in information technology and strong foundation as a software engineer
Janesville, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil announced he will be holding his monthly telephone town hall on Monday, June 23rd, at 12:00 p.m. CT. This will be Congressman Steil’s sixth telephone town hall of the year. He has also hosted four in-person town halls this year. … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options
Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) has launched a grassroots campaign urging Wisconsinites to call and thank U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil for standing strong to defend our hard-earned money by supporting the renewal of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Wisconsinites
A $51 million revenue infusion, made possible by voter approval of a 2024 referendum, has substantially brightened the short-term fiscal outlook for the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). Despite continued structural challenges, the proposal for the district’s next budget largely avoids
Students and community members gather to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising [Milwaukee, WI] – The Students for a Democratic Society chapter at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), and Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee, alongside community allies, will hold a rally and march at Cathedral Square on Saturday, June 28th, commemorating the anniversary
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) distributed the fifth and final Innovation Planning Grant (IPG) payment on June 2. This brought the initial IPG program to a close, allowing the agency to prepare for the next step: launching the Innovation Grant program. The IPG and Innovation Grant
June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month Green Bay, WI – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, through its continued collaboration with the Wisconsin Elder Justice Coalition, is offering community resources that work to combat the growing crisis of elder abuse. These resources are accessible
Baldwin has been outspoken advocate for Wisconsin’s Job Corps centers that help young Americans get career training and are a path to good-paying jobs WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of Appropriations Committee members led by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jack Reed (D-RI) in
MADISON, Wis. — As President Donald Trump continues to push America to the brink of war with Iran, members of the WisDems Muslim Caucus, including Fatima Malik and Wajiha Akhtar-Khaleel released the following statement: “The President is once again breaking his promises by steering our nation toward another endless war —
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will allow water levels in Bakken’s Pond in Sauk County to ebb and flow with the Lower Wisconsin River system to allow for ongoing repairs on the dike. The repairs are a continuation of last year’s reconstruction of
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on bridge rehabilitation work on four bridges along I-94 and I-39 in Madison, Dane County. Construction is currently scheduled for 2027. A presentation and handout detailing this project are available to view on the project website at https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/projects/by-region/sw/i94-i39bridges/default.aspx. Th… Please log
MADISON — The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy released the following statement from CEO Annette Olson regarding the Wisconsin state budget: “There is no sense for conservatives to continue negotiating with Gov. Evers, who has proven himself supremely untrustworthy. Now is the time for leaders in the legislature to
The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America [DSA] condemn the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran and demand that U.S. leaders move towards disengagement instead of continuing the destruction of the region. After decades of crying “nuclear,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and American President Donald Trump have sparked a hot war that will
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities: “I have been clear-eyed that Iran is a threat to the safety of people across the world and cannot have a nuclear weapon, and that’s
Contact: Daniella Cassano, 202-225-5101 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to U.S. strikes against Iran. “Today’s U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites represent strong, decisive action fully within President Trump’s constitutional authority as Commander in Chief. By targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, the Administration
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is announcing that charges have been filed in Rock and Dane Counties against two individuals in connection to a multi-agency investigation. According to the criminal complaints, Paul VanDuyne Jr. and Andrea Whitaker are alleged to have conspired
Green Bay, WI – Today, State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) convened a housing roundtable in partnership with NeighborWorks Green Bay and the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) to address local housing challenges and gather community input on solutions. The event brought together residents, housing experts, local leaders, and ele… Please log in
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined attorneys general across the country in submitting four joint comment letters opposing the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s attempt to roll back longstanding anti-discrimination regulations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of
(Brookfield, WI) – Pro-Life Wisconsin will host a Dobbs Day Rally on Tuesday, June 24, from 10am-12pm on the public sidewalk right of way directly in front of Care for All WI abortion center in Milwaukee located at 756 N 35th St #204, Milwaukee, WI 53208. They are encouraging pro-lifers and people of
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a multistate coalition secured a court order on Thursday that blocks the Trump Administration from withholding federal road and highway funding in its attempt to strongarm states into advancing the Trump administration’s agenda. “Transportation funding should be used to improve transportation, not
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) announced that Paul Eriksen has been selected to serve as Administrator for the Division of Technology Services (DTS). Eriksen’s comprehensive experience in information technology and strong foundation as a software engineer position him for success in his new role. “We are
Janesville, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil announced he will be holding his monthly telephone town hall on Monday, June 23rd, at 12:00 p.m. CT. This will be Congressman Steil’s sixth telephone town hall of the year. He has also hosted four in-person town halls this year. … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home
Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) has launched a grassroots campaign urging Wisconsinites to call and thank U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil for standing strong to defend our hard-earned money by supporting the renewal of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Wisconsinites are at risk of bearing crippling tax hikes if Congress
A $51 million revenue infusion, made possible by voter approval of a 2024 referendum, has substantially brightened the short-term fiscal outlook for the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). Despite continued structural challenges, the proposal for the district’s next budget largely avoids staffing cuts and makes new investments in areas including lead