MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Kathleen Kostock to serve as Walworth County Register of Deeds. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Michele Jacobs, effective Dec. 10, 2023. Kostock will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term ending Jan. 5, 2025.

Today, Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Waukesha County to launch her “Reproductive Freedoms Tour.”   In response, Gracie Skogman, Legislative/PAC Director of Wisconsin Right to Life, stated, “Vice President Harris’ tour is more aptly named ‘Reproductive Injustice.’ Women deserve better than the lies, hopelessness, and death perpetuated by

Supervisor Coggs-Jones has submitted a resolution in support of MICAH’s We All Belong Campaign for consideration by the Committee of the Whole on Monday, January 22, 10:30 AM in the County Board meeting room.  MICAH members have been reaching out to County Supervisors and will be in attendance at the meeting

Milwaukee, WI – Today, on the eve of Vice President Kamala Harris’s visit to Milwaukee to kick off her national Reproductive Freedoms Tour and the 51st anniversary of the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Roe v. Wade, Congresswoman Gwen Moore and abortion storytellers and advocates joined Free & Just at Affiliated Medical Services in Milwaukee. Affiliated …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Democratic Mayors Association elected Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego as their new President, along with Vice Presidents Mayor Justin Bibb (Cleveland, OH), Mayor Levar Stoney (Richmond, VA),  Mayor Todd Gloria (San Diego, CA), and Mayor Paige Cognetti (Scranton, PA). Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway (Madison, WI) was … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please

Today, Assembly Bill 975 was released, relating to: prohibiting abortion if the probable postfertilization age of an unborn child is 14 or more weeks and requiring a referendum.  The Heal Without Harm (HWH) Coalition opposes the introduction of an abortion referendum during a time when the current state statute continues to proceed through

WASHINGTON — The Wisconsin legislative session kicked off this week, and Republican extremism is on full display. Republican lawmakers in the Assembly passed two dangerous bills: one attacking LGBTQ+ freedom and undermining school curriculum, and another reducing gun safety.  One bill passed along party lines would force teachers to out LGBTQ+ students to

MADISON – From record-low unemployment to all-time high participation in key workforce programs, the year 2023 delivered historic wins for Wisconsin workers, job seekers, employers, and other stakeholders under the leadership of Gov. Tony Evers. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD)’s latest annual report showcases the many achievements by DWD and

MILWAUKEE – Each year, Milwaukee Riverkeeper releases an Annual River Basin Report Card, detailing the health of the Milwaukee River Basin’s three major waterways: the Milwaukee River, the Menomonee River and the Kinnickinnic River. This year’s report highlights the critical need for a collaborative and innovative approach to solving water-related issues. 

Wausau – Congressman Tiffany released the following statement: “Earlier this week, the Democrat-allied Elias Law Firm filed a lawsuit to re-open a settled case that liberal activists and Governor Evers had already won. They are asking the current Wisconsin Supreme Court to overturn Governor Evers’ hand drawn congressional maps to

Free things, fishing and weekends. On their own, these are some of the best things in life. Put them all together, and you get one of the best events of the season, Free Fishing Weekend, happening this weekend, Jan. 20-21.  Check the DNR’s Event Calendar for a listing of free clinics being offered

Madison, Wis. – Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Director of Communications Analiese Eicher.   “This is another attempt by legislative Republicans to strip away rights and freedoms from Wisconsinites and ban abortion care in our state.”  This effort does not change the legal status of abortion in Wisconsin. Patients can

MILWAUKEE – Disability:IN Wisconsin, Wisconsin’s only business association dedicated to disability inclusion in the workplace, announced the appointment of Saul Newton as the organization’s new Executive Director. With a proven track record of leadership in the disability inclusion field, Newton brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Jeff Mursau (R-Crivitz) are among the authors of a Republican proposal to update Wisconsin’s 175 year old abortion law, creating regulations that mirror the stance of today’s Wisconsinites when it comes to this issue. The proposed bill would allow for abortions up

MADISON, Wis. — In response to the last-minute introduction of a new ban on abortion in Wisconsin introduced today by Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Days before the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, MAGA Republicans are pushing a new ban on abortion with

MADISON – Today, it was announced that Assembly Bill 975, though not circulated for co-sponsorship, will have a public hearing held on Monday in the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care. This bill will amend Wisconsin’s current 20-week abortion ban to 14 weeks, requiring a referendum vote in the

Lake Nebagamon – Representative Angie Sapik (R-Lake Nebagamon) has been working for months on legislation to improve the white-tail deer population in Northern Wisconsin. While not every bill made it to committee, this bill will be influential in raising healthy deer numbers in an area where deer are failing to flourish

Madison, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) released the following statement on the legislation introduced today to restrict abortions after 14 weeks. “In 2015, I voted to prohibit abortions after 20 weeks,” said Rep. Macco. “This vote was challenging, but I made it knowing that it saved the lives of 89

This morning, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 332, authored by  Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing).  “No one should have to leave their profession due to licensure simply because they choose to make  Wisconsin home,” stated Rep. Gustafson. “I urge the Senate to follow suit and pass this bill 

Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB 510 – The Parents Bill of Rights. This legislation prohibits the state from infringing on the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of their children. Sixteen specific rights of parents are enumerated in this bill,