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The News: An estimated 14% of students in Wisconsin school choice programs have a special needs disability, according to a new analysis conducted by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and School Choice Wisconsin (SCW). The Quotes: Will Flanders, Research
Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today announced a $150,000 Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) grant to Bayfield County. The grant will support road construction to complete Arganbright Road and provide full access to the undeveloped
MADISON, Wis. – Today, with 10 weeks to go until the April 1st election, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched its first two ads as part of an initial statewide seven-figure broadcast and cable buy. The
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Susan Crawford met with voters across Northwestern Wisconsin on Saturday and West Bend and Watertown on Sunday. During the meet and greets, Judge Crawford discussed how growing up in Chippewa Falls
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released the following statement regarding the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance: “Our country is ready for change,” said Steil. “I look forward to working with President Trump to secure our border,
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. “Today is a historic moment for all Americans as we witness President Trump take the
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement on the inauguration of Donald Trump: “Today, as Donald Trump takes the oath of office for a second time, we can expect him to betray it almost immediately—just as
MADISON, Wis. — As Donald Trump is inaugurated today, A Better Wisconsin Together released the following statement: “As Wisconsinites, we know that there’s more that unites us than divides us and we will not let the divisiveness of the Project 2025
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 17, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today, on her last day serving as a presidential appointee for the Biden-Harris Administration, announced the release of USDA Rural Development Wisconsin Accomplishments report. This report
ONEIDA COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the Township of Newbold, Oneida County, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Friday, January 17, 2025.
Madison, WI—In a decision issued on Thursday, January 16, the Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to take up a lawsuit involving a Bayfield company’s plan to harvest and transport water from an artesian well near Lake Superior for eventual bottling and sale. The
CONTACT: Jacob Fischer Press@SchimelforJustice.com WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Today, the Schimel for Justice campaign announced that Judge Brad Schimel has received the endorsement of over 70 current and retired Wisconsin Sheriffs in his bid for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The overwhelming support from
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers will deliver his 2025 State of the State address on Wed., Jan. 22, 2025, at 7 p.m. CT. The governor also announced he will deliver his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message on Tues., Feb. 18,
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 17. 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today, on her last day serving as a presidential appointee for the Biden-Harris Administration, announced the release of USDA Rural Development Wisconsin Accomplishments report. This report
MADISON – Today, Rep. Jenna Jacobson (D-Oregon) joined Legislative Democrats and introduced a three-bill package that would increase the homestead tax credit to ease the costs of housing, decrease the price of prescription drugs, and cut the costs of groceries
Unions representing tens of thousands of Wisconsin public service workers have filed a petition with the Wisconsin Supreme Court for prompt review of the case challenging the constitutionality of the state’s collective bargaining provisions. The unions’ petition urges the Court
MADISON, Wisc. — BREAKING NEWS! On Friday, the CFC Action Fund, a Milwaukee-based organization that champions candidates who will ensure children receive a high-quality education from schools, just endorsed Brittany Kinser in her campaign for State Superintendent of the Department of
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), a member of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), today announced Wisconsin has joined a taskforce of state securities regulators and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a $106 million settlementwith
Law Forward, on behalf of Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR), commends the Wisconsin Supreme Court for its decision in Wisconsin Voter Alliance v. Secord. At the heart of this case is the confidentiality of
CFC Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Brittany Kinser for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction. With over two decades of experience in education as a teacher and administrator across both district and public charter schools, and a proven track record
The News: An estimated 14% of students in Wisconsin school choice programs have a special needs disability, according to a new analysis conducted by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and School Choice Wisconsin (SCW). The Quotes: Will Flanders, Research Director at WILL, stated: “The data are clear. Wisconsin’s school
Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today announced a $150,000 Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) grant to Bayfield County. The grant will support road construction to complete Arganbright Road and provide full access to the undeveloped Bayfield County Business Park. The road improvements will allow heavy
MADISON, Wis. – Today, with 10 weeks to go until the April 1st election, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched its first two ads as part of an initial statewide seven-figure broadcast and cable buy. The campaign’s first ad, titled ‘Common Sense,’ highlights Judge Crawford’s record
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Susan Crawford met with voters across Northwestern Wisconsin on Saturday and West Bend and Watertown on Sunday. During the meet and greets, Judge Crawford discussed how growing up in Chippewa Falls rooted her in Wisconsin values such as common sense, responsibility,
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released the following statement regarding the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance: “Our country is ready for change,” said Steil. “I look forward to working with President Trump to secure our border, lower costs for Wisconsin families, and unleash American energy.”… Please
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. “Today is a historic moment for all Americans as we witness President Trump take the oath of office. This day marks the beginning of a
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement on the inauguration of Donald Trump: “Today, as Donald Trump takes the oath of office for a second time, we can expect him to betray it almost immediately—just as he betrayed his first oath, and just as he’s broken
MADISON, Wis. — As Donald Trump is inaugurated today, A Better Wisconsin Together released the following statement: “As Wisconsinites, we know that there’s more that unites us than divides us and we will not let the divisiveness of the Project 2025 Trump-Vance agenda halt our work for a better future. “No
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 17, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today, on her last day serving as a presidential appointee for the Biden-Harris Administration, announced the release of USDA Rural Development Wisconsin Accomplishments report. This report provides a comprehensive overview of Rural Development… Please log in
ONEIDA COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the Township of Newbold, Oneida County, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Friday, January 17, 2025. At approximately 9:15 p.m., an Oneida County Sheriff’s Office deputy
Madison, WI—In a decision issued on Thursday, January 16, the Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to take up a lawsuit involving a Bayfield company’s plan to harvest and transport water from an artesian well near Lake Superior for eventual bottling and sale. The decision marks the end of more than three years of legal
CONTACT: Jacob Fischer Press@SchimelforJustice.com WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Today, the Schimel for Justice campaign announced that Judge Brad Schimel has received the endorsement of over 70 current and retired Wisconsin Sheriffs in his bid for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The overwhelming support from sheriffs is in addition to the backing of the Milwaukee
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers will deliver his 2025 State of the State address on Wed., Jan. 22, 2025, at 7 p.m. CT. The governor also announced he will deliver his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message on Tues., Feb. 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. CT. Gov. Evers is expected to
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 17. 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today, on her last day serving as a presidential appointee for the Biden-Harris Administration, announced the release of USDA Rural Development Wisconsin Accomplishments report. This report provides a comprehensive overview of Rural Development… Please log in
MADISON – Today, Rep. Jenna Jacobson (D-Oregon) joined Legislative Democrats and introduced a three-bill package that would increase the homestead tax credit to ease the costs of housing, decrease the price of prescription drugs, and cut the costs of groceries for families by enacting the Healthy School Meals for All
Unions representing tens of thousands of Wisconsin public service workers have filed a petition with the Wisconsin Supreme Court for prompt review of the case challenging the constitutionality of the state’s collective bargaining provisions. The unions’ petition urges the Court to bypass the Court of Appeals and resolve the case
MADISON, Wisc. — BREAKING NEWS! On Friday, the CFC Action Fund, a Milwaukee-based organization that champions candidates who will ensure children receive a high-quality education from schools, just endorsed Brittany Kinser in her campaign for State Superintendent of the Department of Public Instruction. In a statement released by the organization, CFC
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), a member of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), today announced Wisconsin has joined a taskforce of state securities regulators and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a $106 million settlementwith Vanguard Marketing Corporation (VMC) and The Va… Please log in
Law Forward, on behalf of Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR), commends the Wisconsin Supreme Court for its decision in Wisconsin Voter Alliance v. Secord. At the heart of this case is the confidentiality of Notice of Voting Eligibility (NVE) forms, which document court findings
CFC Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Brittany Kinser for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction. With over two decades of experience in education as a teacher and administrator across both district and public charter schools, and a proven track record of driving meaningful change as an advocate for students and