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
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation calls on drivers and pedestrians to share the road and stay aware of your surroundings to protect all travelers this fall. October is Pedestrian Safety Month, to help drivers recognize that pedestrians are our most
Lauren Cohen, volunteer local group lead with the Dane County chapter of Moms Demand Action, will speak at a Gather the Women’s Breakfast sponsored by Madison Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom and hosted by Linden Cohousing at 107
State employees will hold a rally on Tuesday, Oct. 10th at 5:00 pm outside the Wisconsin Capitol (State St. corner). The rally will call for release of the pay raise for state and UW employees, and maintaining funding for Diversity,
MADISON — Standardized testing results for the 2022-23 school year show Wisconsin public school students are continuing to recover in proficiency rates after the learning disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department
Green Bay, WI — As the Schreiber Institute for Women’s Leadership at UW-Green Bay moves into its third year of work to build a stronger pipeline of women leaders in Northeast Wisconsin, the University is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Pa
Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding Justice Protasiewicz’s non-recusal announcement. “Justice Protasiewicz should have recused herself. We think the United States Supreme Court precedent compels her recusal, and the United States Supreme Court will have the last
Late Friday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court took jurisdiction of the Clarke v. Wisconsin Elections Commission (Fair Maps) case. Initial briefs in response to questions posed by the Court are due Monday, October 16th at noon, response briefs are due October 30th at noon, and oral
(Fond du Lac, Wis.) – Following the attack on Israel, Congressman Grothman (WI06) released the following statement: “Hamas terrorists invading Israel is plain evil,” said Grothman. “The goal appears solely to spread terror and death. There is no other time in recent
WASHINGTON: Saturday, Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez became the first sitting statewide elected official to be inducted into the esteemed American Academy of Nursing Fellowship. The American Academy of Nursing is a national organization committed to improve health and health
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Monticello is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction
[Madison, Wisconsin] – The Wisconsin College Republicans endorses the decision to investigate and if necessary impeach Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz if she does not recuse herself in the upcoming decision over Wisconsin voting maps. Before the Supreme Court
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
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation calls on drivers and pedestrians to share the road and stay aware of your surroundings to protect all travelers this fall. October is Pedestrian Safety Month, to help drivers recognize that pedestrians are our most vulnerable road users in a crash. “We’ve lost too many
Lauren Cohen, volunteer local group lead with the Dane County chapter of Moms Demand Action, will speak at a Gather the Women’s Breakfast sponsored by Madison Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom and hosted by Linden Cohousing at 107 Sutherland Ct, Madison on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 from 8 –
State employees will hold a rally on Tuesday, Oct. 10th at 5:00 pm outside the Wisconsin Capitol (State St. corner). The rally will call for release of the pay raise for state and UW employees, and maintaining funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at UW. “Yes to raises,
MADISON — Standardized testing results for the 2022-23 school year show Wisconsin public school students are continuing to recover in proficiency rates after the learning disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Public school student proficiency rates in English
Green Bay, WI — As the Schreiber Institute for Women’s Leadership at UW-Green Bay moves into its third year of work to build a stronger pipeline of women leaders in Northeast Wisconsin, the University is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Pa Lee Moua, PhD, as the program’s first full-time executive director.
Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding Justice Protasiewicz’s non-recusal announcement. “Justice Protasiewicz should have recused herself. We think the United States Supreme Court precedent compels her recusal, and the United States Supreme Court will have the last word here. “Justice Protasiewicz is asking to be taken at
Late Friday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court took jurisdiction of the Clarke v. Wisconsin Elections Commission (Fair Maps) case. Initial briefs in response to questions posed by the Court are due Monday, October 16th at noon, response briefs are due October 30th at noon, and oral arguments are scheduled for November 21 at 9:45 AM. In
(Fond du Lac, Wis.) – Following the attack on Israel, Congressman Grothman (WI06) released the following statement: “Hamas terrorists invading Israel is plain evil,” said Grothman. “The goal appears solely to spread terror and death. There is no other time in recent memory in which an invasion targeted civilians, specifically women and
WASHINGTON: Saturday, Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez became the first sitting statewide elected official to be inducted into the esteemed American Academy of Nursing Fellowship. The American Academy of Nursing is a national organization committed to improve health and health equity. Their fellowship recognizes nursing leaders “for their substantial, sustained,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Monticello is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction of Well #4 and the replacement of watermains along East
[Madison, Wisconsin] – The Wisconsin College Republicans endorses the decision to investigate and if necessary impeach Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz if she does not recuse herself in the upcoming decision over Wisconsin voting maps. Before the Supreme Court Election in April of this year when she became a