MADISON –Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) issued the following statement: “Today, a lawsuit was filed that challenges Wisconsin’s current legislative maps. For too long, our voters’ will has been subverted by unrepresentative legislative maps. With this recent challenge, our Wisconsin voters will have their day in court.”

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ann Peacock to the Dane County Circuit Court – Branch 12. The appointment fills the vacancy created by Judge Chris Taylor’s election to the Court of Appeals – District IV. Peacock will complete a term ending July 31, 2024.  “Ann Peacock

Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Craig Thompson announced today his appointment of Kristina Boardman as the agency’s next deputy secretary. Boardman becomes WisDOT’s first female deputy secretary after serving as the administrator of WisDOT’s Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) since 2016. As chief operating officer, she will oversee the department’s operations

August 2, 2023 (MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Milwaukee Rep) is pleased to announce that following the conclusion of the 2023/24 Season, the theater plans to break ground in late May 2024 with a targeted grand opening of the new Associated Bank Theater Center in Fall 2025 with a full season of exciting offerings. During

MADISON, Wis. — In response to a new challenge of Wisconsin’s extreme partisan gerrymandering, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Today’s lawsuit challenging our state’s extreme partisan gerrymander is good news for democracy in Wisconsin. For more than a decade, Republican politicians in Madison have used their gerrymandered

Chief Justice Annette Kingsland ZieglerWisconsin Supreme Court(608) 266-1881 Madison, Wisconsin (August 2, 2023) – The unauthorized action taken today by some ofmy colleagues firing Director of State Courts Randy Koschnick is flawed procedurally,legally, and on its merits. As Chief Justice, I contemplated actions I might take toattempt to stop this

(MILWAUKEE) — Three MPS schools have been accepted into the International Baccalaureate program after a rigorous, multiyear application process. The program encourages critical thinking and helps prepare students for postsecondary life in a global society. Milwaukee Public Schools’ new IB Primary Years Programmes are at ALBA (Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes), 1712

Madison – Today the Wisconsin Arts Board celebrates its 50th Anniversary in service to the people of Wisconsin. Former Governor Patrick Lucey signed the biennial budget bill creating the Arts Board on August 2, 1973. We will commemorate this 50th Anniversary year and celebrate the Arts Board and its work

In 2011 I lost my father to Alzheimer’s disease, and for years before that, I watched as my parents struggled to navigate their constantly evolving reality that was fraught with heartbreak and nervousness in anticipation of what may happen next. Alzheimer’s is a progressive and terminal disease that transforms the

BELOIT – Today, State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) reacted to the filing of Clarke v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, a newly-filed lawsuit that challenges the constitutionality of partisan gerrymandering under the Wisconsin Constitution: “Today, a lawsuit was filed that directly challenges the constitutionality of partisan gerrymandering in Wisconsin. Rigged maps have hurt

Summer is in full swing and there are plenty of opportunities to get your children involved in fun and free activities throughout the City of Milwaukee before school starts in the coming weeks. “Milwaukee is rich with opportunities for our young people. Great organizations throughout the city have stepped up

Washington, D.C. – Today, John Bisognano, President of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC), released the following statement in response to the legal challenge against Wisconsin’s gerrymandered state legislative maps:  “For more than a decade, Wisconsinites have been reduced to voting on some of the most egregiously gerrymandered state legislative

MILWAUKEE, WI — The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce has opened applications for it’s second LGBTQ+ Entrepreneur Bootcamp. Building off of a successful Entrepreneurial Bootcamp in 2022, this two day intensive workshop will provide new and potential business owners the tools and education to start up a successful business in Wisconsin. “The

MADISON, Wis. – For the 12th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report ranked University of Wisconsin Hospitals on its Best Hospitals list as the best in Wisconsin. This prestigious achievement reflects a reputation for innovation and remarkable patient care, which is unmatched in the state and recognized worldwide, according to

MADISON, WI — Charles R. “Chuck” Hilston, executive director Emeritus of the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA), passed away Friday, July 21, 2023. “Chuck spent his entire career advocating and serving as a voice for school children and educators,” said Jim Lynch, AWSA Executive Director. “We are forever grateful

Madison, WI, July 27, 2023 – North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge® (NAIDC) recently elected new leadership, including three new board members and Executive Committee. As described in the NAIDC mission statement, the board focus is to “Develop tomorrow’s dairy leaders and enhance the progress of the dairy industry, by providing

MADISON – On August 1st, Janet Protasiewicz was sworn in as a Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) issued the following statement: “I am beyond excited to welcome our newest member on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Justice Janet Protasiewicz. Beginning her tenure on our state’s highest court, Justice

Contact: Senator Devin LeMahieu608-266-2056 Madison- In response to the lawsuit brought today, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement: “Wisconsin’s current legislative maps are valid and constitutional. Instead of redefining their radical political platform to match the values of everyday Wisconsinites, liberal Democrats are counting on judicial fiat

MADISON – Today, Law Forward filed a lawsuit with the State Supreme Court, challenging the constitutionality of Wisconsin’s legislative maps. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison), Senate Democratic Leader, released the following statement: “For far too long, Republicans in power gerrymandered Wisconsin’s legislative maps to retain control, rather than represent the