Protasiewicz campaign: North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters endorse Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that she has earned the endorsement of the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters. “Throughout her career, Judge Janet Protasiewicz has proven that she will protect
Dept. of Natural Resources: Sled safe: Five snowmobile fatalities reported so far in 2023
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports five snowmobile fatalities so far this month and urges all snowmobile operators to make safety the top priority for every ride. The loss of these five lives is nothing short
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: House Republicans protect American energy security
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Republicans passed the Strategic Production Response Act to ensure our Strategic Petroleum Reserve is refilled and preserved for national emergencies. The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is meant for national emergencies, but Joe Biden has sold almost 40% of our
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Secretary-designee Bond announces leadership team
MADISON—Secretary-designee James Bond announced today the leadership team of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. “The newly appointed WDVA leadership team brings decades of experience alongside incredible talent and vision,” said Secretary-designee Bond. “I am confident this team has the
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Challenge Academy marks 25th anniversary of redeeming at-risk youth
An innovative program to help students learn valuable life skills and get back on track toward high school graduation began its 50th class this week. The Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy is a two-part 17-month voluntary program for youth ages
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Pepin County coroner
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as coroner in Pepin County. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of John Albers on Jan. 18, 2023. The new coroner will
Rep. Brandtjen: Thanks Parents on Patrol for successful forum
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) thanks Parents on Patrol with the following statement: I am grateful for the Stolen Innocence forum put on by Parents on Patrol last night. They did an exceptional job presenting and explaining
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Applauds FDA change to discriminatory blood donation policies
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin is applauding the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision to update their discriminatory blood donor deferral policies for men who have sex with men (MSM). Senator Baldwin has led Congressional efforts to change this policy, most
St. Norbert College: Announces lineup for Great Decisions Lecture Series
De Pere, Wis.: St. Norbert College’s Center for Global Engagement (CGE) will host its annual Great Decisions Lecture Series beginning Wednesday, Feb. 8. Lectures are presented virtually on Zoom every other Wednesday, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., through April 26. Each
UW-Eau Claire: High school outreach program aims to bring more diversity into the geosciences
An innovative University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire outreach program is introducing high school students from underrepresented populations to careers in the geosciences, a career path vital to solving a plethora of societal issues, including climate change and water scarcity. “The demand
UW-Madison Carbone Cancer Center: Receives ‘outstanding’ rating from National Cancer Institute
MADISON, Wis. – Reviewers found that UW Carbone Cancer Center’s six program areas – Cancer Prevention and Control, Developmental Therapeutics, Cancer Genetics and Epigenetics Mechanisms, Imaging and Radiation Sciences, Tumor Microenvironment and Human Cancer Virology – were rated outstanding or
Milwaukee County Supv. Vincent: Applauds reestablished Milwaukee County Youth Commission
MILWAUKEE – Last night the Milwaukee County Youth Commission held its first meeting since being reestablished in 2022. The commission is comprised of high school students from each of the 18 supervisory districts as well as two co-chairs selected by the County Board Chairwoman
Brown County Exec Streckenbach: Update on fentanyl awareness campaign
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, with the support of Brown County Public Health Officer Anna Nick, declared fentanyl a Community Health Crisis in the County of Brown back on September 1, 2022. Today, an update is
Rep. Rodriguez: Video reaction to Evers State of the State address
MADISON – State Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) recorded the following response to the State of the State Address delivered by Governor Tony Evers: “Governor Evers spent much of his State of the State Address touting a strong economy. This can be easy
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. Quinn pledges to support priorities for rural Wisconsinites
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/230126GOPAddress.mp3 Hi, I’m State Senator Romaine Quinn. A historic surplus presents an opportunity for us to craft a meaningful budget. As a legislator who represents a far northern rural district, I am excited for what we may be able to
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers highlights plan to support Wisconsin’s workforce and working families
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/230126DemAddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his priorities in the upcoming 2023-25 biennial budget to support the state’s workforce and working families, as announced during his 2023 State of the State address delivered earlier this week. Hey there, Governor Tony
Habush Sinykin campaign: Announces second round of endorsements for Senate District 8
Whitefish Bay, WI – On Thursday, January 26th, Jodi Habush Sinykin’s campaign announced its most recent round of legislative endorsements. They are: “As a first time candidate, I feel extraordinarily grateful for all the support I’ve received from elected officials,
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Over 221,000 Wisconsinites enroll in health coverage on healthcare.gov
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that during the recent Open Enrollment Period, 221,128 Wisconsinites signed up for health insurance on Healthcare.gov. This is Wisconsin’s highest enrollment since the2018 period and an increase of 8,919 enrollees over