Dept. of Corrections: Monitor notes “significant progress” at Lincoln Hills/Copper Lake
Madison — The court-appointed Monitor for Lincoln Hills School/Copper Lake School (LHS/CLS) filed an encouraging report on conditions at the facilities today, which included increased classroom time for youth, the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) doubling the number of consent decree
MoveOn: Members endorse Judge Protasiewicz
(Madison, WI) – Today, MoveOn Political Action announced its members are backing Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Janet Protasiewicz for the open Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, with 98% of participating members casting a vote in Wisconsin in favor of endorsing.
Milwaukee Bar Association: Hosting Wisconsin Court of Appeals candidates Wednesday, March 15
MILWAUKEE, WIS., March 8, 2023 – The Milwaukee Bar Association (MBA) will host a forum with the two candidates running for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District I on Wednesday, March 15, from noon – 1:00 pm. The moderated forum
Dept. of Military Affairs: Spring forward safely this weekend with tips from ReadyWisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – As the state prepares to spring forward this weekend with the beginning of daylight saving time, ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to use the opportunity to conduct safety checks around their home and review emergency plans. “As you change
Republican Party of Wisconsin: Unite for Daniel Kelly ahead of April election
MADISON, Wis – With less than one month until election day, conservative leaders from across Wisconsin are united in support of Justice Daniel Kelly. While Janet Protasiewicz has been exposed for empowering criminals, telling Wisconsin voters she would put her thumb
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Notice of potential changes to eligible area maps for USDA rural development housing programs
USDA Rural Development is conducting a review of all areas under its jurisdiction to identify areas that no longer qualify as rural for housing programs. The last rural area reviews were performed in 2017-2018 using 2015 American Community Survey (ACS)
Judge Protasiewicz Campaign: New Janet Protasiewicz ads highlight her experience, expose Dan Kelly’s corruption
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two new ads, part of a $7.9 million-plus statewide media buy. The ads highlight Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s career as a veteran prosecutor who always upholds the law and
Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Launches website on extremist Dan Kelly
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin launched a new website calling out far-right Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dan Kelly’s anti-abortion extremism. Kelly has long been intertwined with some of the leading anti-abortion special interest groups, to include providing
Jodi Habush Sinykin Campaign: Chicago & Midwest Regional Joint Board endorses Jodi Habush Sinykin for State Senate
Mar. 8, 2023 – Whitefish Bay, WI – The Chicago & Midwest Regional Joint Board, Workers United, has endorsed Jodi Habush Sinykin for State Senate District 8. CMRJB Workers United represents employees at Monterey Mills, the textile manufacturing company owned
Democratic Members Joint Committee on Finance: Eager for Wisconsinites to be heard
MADISON, WI — Today, Republican chairs of the Joint Committee on Finance announced dates and locations for four public hearings on the state budget in April to gather feedback from Wisconsinites about Governor Tony Evers’ 2023-25 Biennial Budget. All 16
Wisconsin Women in Conservation: Duo of female history makers to headline Wisconsin Women in Conservation’s inaugural Educator Conference on April 28 in Stevens Point
Chippewa Falls, WI – Wisconsin Women in Conservation (WiWiC) is proud to celebrate Women’s History Month by announcing that pioneering researchers Jean Eells and Rebecca Christoffel will headline the upcoming WiWiC Educator Network Conference on April 28 in Stevens Point.
Rep. Donovan: Statement on bipartisan reckless driving bills
Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following the Executive Session in the Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety. Rep. Donovan said: “I want to thank Chairman Spiros and the whole committee for passing both AB 55 and
Kelly campaign: Justice Kelly earns Milwaukee police association endorsement
Milwaukee – Justice Daniel Kelly today announced the support of the Milwaukee Police Association in his campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Judicial activists like Janet Protasiewicz continue to return dangerous people back to society while law enforcement officers put
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins bipartisan group introducing legislation to tackle foreign technology threats
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Mark R. Warner (D-VA), John Thune (R-SD), and a bipartisan group of Senators to introduce the Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology (RESTRICT) Act, legislation that will comprehensively address
U.S. Rep. Moore: Introduces resolution recognizing “School Social Work Week”
“School social workers help our students navigate a variety of challenges in their life, from the struggles of poverty to mental health to discrimination to abuse. Their education, expertise, and outreach are a lifeline for some of our most vulnerable
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions February 2023
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions
U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Introduces legislation to protect American sovereignty against World Health Organization
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) led 14 of his House colleagues in introducing the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act. This legislation would require any convention or agreement resulting from the work of the World Health
Dept. of Justice: Office of school safety, Wisconsin school safety coordinators association, and parent of Parkland shooting victim advocate for funding
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of School Safety (OSS) today partnered with the Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association (WSSCA) and Max Schachter, a national school safety advocate and parent of one of the students killed