League of Women Voters, others: Court rules Wisconsin absentee ballot rules violate Civil Rights Act
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U.S. Rep. Steil: Headed to southern border with Speaker Johnson tomorrow
Washington, D.C. (January 2, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) will join Speaker Johnson and several of his Republican colleagues tomorrow in Eagle Pass, TX. At the border, they will meet with state and local officials to discuss the situation at the border and the failures of current border policies. “Our
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 77th Alice in Dairyland applications open through January 31
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply to be the 77th Alice in Dairyland through January 31, 2024. As one of the most widely
Milwaukee Press Club: Universities of Wisconsin head Jay Rothman to headline Newsmaker Luncheon
MILWAUKEE – Jay Rothman, president of the Universities of Wisconsin, will be the guest speaker at a Newsmaker Luncheon set for Tuesday, January 23, hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com. Rothman, the UW system’s ninth president, succeeded former Wisconsin Gov. and former
AARP Wisconsin: Begins 2024 with volunteer board & staff additions
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Eckblad campaign: Democratic Party of Milwaukee County endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4
MILWAUKEE, WI – Jack Eckblad, candidate for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4, proudly announced his campaign’s endorsement from the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County today. “The Democratic Party of Milwaukee County is committed to empowering citizens and electing leaders
Agard campaign: Retired Dane County Sheriff David Mahoney endorses Melissa Agard for county executive
MADISON – Today, retired Dane County Sheriff David Mahoney announced his endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. “I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Senator Melissa Agard throughout my career, and I can attest
Dept. of Justice: City of Monona, Wis. officer involved critical incident
CITY of MONONA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in the City of Monona, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Monday, January 1, 2024. At
Biden-Harris campaign: Year end review: A good year for the middle class in Biden’s America
When President Biden took office, he inherited an economy from Donald Trump that had been rigged for the ultra-rich and left in shambles. But he had a theory and a plan to grow the economy from the middle out and
WisGOP: WisDems’ 2023 year in review
MADISON, Wis. – With 2023 coming to a close, we wanted to take you on a trip down memory lane as we take a look at the WisDems’ year in review, and make some predictions for the election year ahead. Whether
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Statement on Republicans asking Supreme Court to reconsider redistricting case
“Today’s filing is a desperate attempt by partisan right-wing politicians to avoid accountability and maintain their ill-gotten power by any means necessary. When they want to pass a bill quickly, they have, and they should now focus on introducing and
Jansen campaign: Announced as one of first two OWR endorsements for 2024
In a Facebook post Wednesday December 27th, Our Wisconsin Revolution wrote “we are excited to announce our first endorsements for 2024! Marina Dimitrijevic and Ron Jansen are fighting for a government focused on fighting for bold change!” In his own
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: A resource and partner
MADISON, Wis. – In 2023, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection worked to provide services, implement new programs, and continue to serve as a resource to the citizens of the state. While there were ongoing challenges this
Gov. Evers: Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he has once again visited each of Wisconsin’s 72 counties in 2023, completing his fourth 72-county tour since taking office in 2019. Gov. Evers has visited all 72 Wisconsin counties in a
UW-Madison: Celebrates legacy of Herb Kohl: alumnus, philanthropist and senator
Herb Kohl, a giant of Wisconsin business, politics and philanthropy, is being remembered by the University of Wisconsin–Madison community as a distinguished alumnus, strong advocate and loyal supporter. Kohl died Wednesday at his home in Milwaukee. He was 88. “Herb
Minocqua Brewing Company: Kirk Bangstad files complaint to bar trump from Wisconsin’s ballot
Madison – Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad filed a petition with the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) today at the WEC Offices. A full copy of the text of the complaint is listed below:
Milwaukee Public Schools: Statement on passing of U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl
(MILWAUKEE, WI) – Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley has issued the following statement on the death of former U.S. Senator and philanthropist Herb Kohl, as MPS mourns Senator Kohl’s passing: “The passing of Senator Kohl is a true loss
Rep. Vining: Statement on the passing of former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl
MILWAUKEE–State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement after the passing of former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl: “Senator Kohl was a true champion for the people of Milwaukee and Wisconsin. During his decades of public service and charitable efforts,
Sen. Nass: UW-La Crosse’s porn star chancellor
Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement in response to the UW Board of Regents firing the Porn Star Chancellor at UW-La Crosse, otherwise known as Joe Gow: “The UW System continues its lengthy run over the years as
Dept. of Natural Resources: Green Tier Program welcomes new legacy communities
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates the end of another successful year for the Green Tier Legacy Communities charter with five new members. The Green Tier Legacy Communities charter is part of the DNR’s Green Tier program. Involvement is voluntary