WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) today introduced the Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act. The bill would improve the implementation and enforcement of sanctions against terrorist organizations and other malign actors that use innocent
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – President Jay Rothman today unveiled the Universities of Wisconsin, a new name and identity that emphasizes the constellation of Wisconsin’s 13 public universities. The Universities of Wisconsin will replace the University of Wisconsin System as the preferred
MADISON, Wis. –Attorney General Josh Kaul today, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, is reminding Wisconsinites of the resources available through the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) for survivors of domestic violence. “Everyone should be safe from domestic violence,” said Attorney
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is expanding its commitment to safety by launching a new data dashboard aimed at helping state fire departments better identify risks and vulnerable groups in their communities. DSPS launched
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging electric and natural gas utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements with their provider or apply for financial assistance before the annual winter heating moratorium on disconnections
MADISON, Wis. — According to documents made public in recent news reports, former conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser – acting on a clandestine panel created by Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to advance an unfounded impeachment scheme against Justice Janet
MADISON, Wis. — In response to reports that a secret panel empowered by Robin Vos to advise Republican politicians on the impeachment of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz recommended against impeachment, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI: Mayoral Candidate David D. King responds to proposed pay increase for the office of the Mayor, the Common Council Members,and other top Milwaukee officials. “After claiming Milwaukee is cash strapped and pushing a 2% sales tax increase and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages experienced hunters to share their skills and knowledge with beginner hunters by taking advantage of Wisconsin’s Mentored Hunting Law. Since 2009, this one-on-one mentoring opportunity has given new hunters a
Delafield, WI – Today, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) released Forward Exam test score data from 2022-2023. The results follow $1 billion allocated by public schools in federal COVID relief. The Institute for Reforming Government has provided a
KENOSHA, Wis. – Free brats and a chance to demand Congressman Bryan Steil start fighting for Wisconsin workers and families is a combination many Wisconsinites can rally around, and they’ll have that chance as Opportunity Wisconsin and the Kenosha AFL-CIO
Today Senate republicans released an amendment to Senate Bill 312 aimed at addressing concerns that the bill would result in PFAS being treated differently than other hazardous substances under the Spill’s Law. As written, the bill could limit the Department
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to an open house event at the Root River Steelhead Facility in Racine on Saturday, Oct. 14. The event will be held rain or shine. This free event will allow
MADISON – Earlier this year, Governor Evers signed the 2023-25 state budget into law which included the 2023-25 Compensation Plan and general wage adjustments for state employees, from correctional and parole officers to teachers and medical professionals. The Compensation Plan
Madison – Senator Knodl introduced Senate Bill 488, which reforms Wisconsin redistricting process. “I was sent to Madison to protect the constitution and represent my constituents. This bill does both by adopting a proposal which has achieved bipartisan support in
[Madison, Wisconsin] – The Executive Board of the Wisconsin College Republicans unanimously endorses Representative Jim Jordan (R-OH-4) for the Speakership of the House of Representatives. The Wisconsin College Republicans firmly believe that Representative Jordan will bring a much needed stability
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has issued a memo to health care providers in the state calling for increased awareness and testing for the sexually transmitted infection (STI) syphilis. Recently released 2022 surveillance data show a continued rise in cases
[Madison, Wis.] – In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition encourages all women across Wisconsin to consult with their medical professionals about receiving regular breast exams and mammograms to promote early
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the general inland trout fishing season will close on Sunday, Oct. 15, at which point trout anglers will no longer be allowed to fish inland streams, springs and
(MADISON) – Katie R. York began her service as Acting Wisconsin State Public Defender following the departure of Kelli Thompson. “Kelli has done a tremendous job leading this agency. Her dedication to representing clients and fighting for the resources we
WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) today introduced the Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act. The bill would improve the implementation and enforcement of sanctions against terrorist organizations and other malign actors that use innocent civilians as human shields, a tactic Hamas is using on Israeli ho…
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – President Jay Rothman today unveiled the Universities of Wisconsin, a new name and identity that emphasizes the constellation of Wisconsin’s 13 public universities. The Universities of Wisconsin will replace the University of Wisconsin System as the preferred way to describe the universities. The new name will be
MADISON, Wis. –Attorney General Josh Kaul today, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, is reminding Wisconsinites of the resources available through the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) for survivors of domestic violence. “Everyone should be safe from domestic violence,” said Attorney General Kaul. “We must continue working to prevent domestic violence
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is expanding its commitment to safety by launching a new data dashboard aimed at helping state fire departments better identify risks and vulnerable groups in their communities. DSPS launched the Fire Safety Dashboards-Risk Reduction Tool on Sunday, to help kick off
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging electric and natural gas utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements with their provider or apply for financial assistance before the annual winter heating moratorium on disconnections begins. Every year, from November 1st to April 15th, utilities
MADISON, Wis. — According to documents made public in recent news reports, former conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser – acting on a clandestine panel created by Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to advance an unfounded impeachment scheme against Justice Janet Protasiewicz – has declared that there is no merit or
MADISON, Wis. — In response to reports that a secret panel empowered by Robin Vos to advise Republican politicians on the impeachment of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz recommended against impeachment, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Wisconsin has now learned that even Robin Vos’ own secret impeachment
Milwaukee, WI: Mayoral Candidate David D. King responds to proposed pay increase for the office of the Mayor, the Common Council Members,and other top Milwaukee officials. “After claiming Milwaukee is cash strapped and pushing a 2% sales tax increase and proposing a2% increase tax levy in the 2024 city budget
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages experienced hunters to share their skills and knowledge with beginner hunters by taking advantage of Wisconsin’s Mentored Hunting Law. Since 2009, this one-on-one mentoring opportunity has given new hunters a chance to try hunting without first completing a Hunter Safety
Delafield, WI – Today, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) released Forward Exam test score data from 2022-2023. The results follow $1 billion allocated by public schools in federal COVID relief. The Institute for Reforming Government has provided a first-look analysis of the test results. THE QUOTE “Wisconsin is
KENOSHA, Wis. – Free brats and a chance to demand Congressman Bryan Steil start fighting for Wisconsin workers and families is a combination many Wisconsinites can rally around, and they’ll have that chance as Opportunity Wisconsin and the Kenosha AFL-CIO Council join together to host a Brat Fry tomorrow, October
Today Senate republicans released an amendment to Senate Bill 312 aimed at addressing concerns that the bill would result in PFAS being treated differently than other hazardous substances under the Spill’s Law. As written, the bill could limit the Department of Natural Resource’s ability to test and order remediation of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to an open house event at the Root River Steelhead Facility in Racine on Saturday, Oct. 14. The event will be held rain or shine. This free event will allow eventgoers to see fish up close and personal with guided
MADISON – Earlier this year, Governor Evers signed the 2023-25 state budget into law which included the 2023-25 Compensation Plan and general wage adjustments for state employees, from correctional and parole officers to teachers and medical professionals. The Compensation Plan includes a 4% general wage increase for state employees beginning
Madison – Senator Knodl introduced Senate Bill 488, which reforms Wisconsin redistricting process. “I was sent to Madison to protect the constitution and represent my constituents. This bill does both by adopting a proposal which has achieved bipartisan support in the past and which works with the requirements set by
[Madison, Wisconsin] – The Executive Board of the Wisconsin College Republicans unanimously endorses Representative Jim Jordan (R-OH-4) for the Speakership of the House of Representatives. The Wisconsin College Republicans firmly believe that Representative Jordan will bring a much needed stability and vision to the party nationally. Chairman William Blathras stated
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has issued a memo to health care providers in the state calling for increased awareness and testing for the sexually transmitted infection (STI) syphilis. Recently released 2022 surveillance data show a continued rise in cases in the state. Cases of syphilis increased 19% (1,608 to
[Madison, Wis.] – In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition encourages all women across Wisconsin to consult with their medical professionals about receiving regular breast exams and mammograms to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer. In Wisconsin, nearly 5,500 women will
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the general inland trout fishing season will close on Sunday, Oct. 15, at which point trout anglers will no longer be allowed to fish inland streams, springs and spring ponds for trout or salmon. Trout and salmon can
(MADISON) – Katie R. York began her service as Acting Wisconsin State Public Defender following the departure of Kelli Thompson. “Kelli has done a tremendous job leading this agency. Her dedication to representing clients and fighting for the resources we need to do our job effectively and zealously has allowed