Sen. Agard: Shauntay Nelson to step down from Ethics Commission
MADISON, wis. – Shauntay Nelson has announced her resignation from the Wisconsin Ethics Commission due to a new professional opportunity. She was first appointed by Senator Janet Bewley in 2021. Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:
Dept. of Natural Resources: Begins winter prescribed burns
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that fire management crews are starting to perform prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state where local conditions can provide a safe and effective burn. DNR crews will
Dept. of Natural Resources: Concludes investigation into 2019 fatal boat crash on Mississippi River
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), along with partner agencies, today announced the investigation into a 2019 fatal boat crash has come to a conclusion with a conviction. The DNR and partner agencies worked together on the
Rep. Anderson: Schedules local swearing in ceremony in Beloit
BELOIT, Wis. – Representative Clinton Anderson has scheduled a local swearing in ceremony as Representative for the 45th Assembly District. The ceremony will be performed by Circuit Court Judge Ashley Morse at the Beloit Public Library at noon on Saturday,
Gov. Evers: Appoints Kirsten Johnson to DHS secretary
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.go MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Kirsten Johnson to serve as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), effective Feb. 27, 2023. The appointment fills the vacancy created by former Secretary Karen Timberlake’s departure at the end of last year.
Gov. Evers: Appoints Dr. Joan M. Prince to UWS Board of Regents
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the appointment of Dr. Joan M. Prince to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. The appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Tracey Klein. “Dr. Prince has an impressive
Gena campaign: Over 50 attorneys endorse Molly Gena for Judge
MILWAUKEE, WI — Molly Gena, candidate for Milwaukee Municipal Court judge Branch 2, announced today the endorsement of more than 50 Milwaukee area attorneys in the April 4 election. “The Municipal Court is where most residents of our city interact
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Announces guest for State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin announced that David Hovde of Appleton, Wisconsin will be her guest for President Biden’s State of the Union address on Tuesday. David is a Type 2 diabetic who receives his healthcare through Medicare
Alliance Defending Freedom: Wisconsin parents ask court to affirm their freedom to direct care, education of children
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Attorneys with Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty and Alliance Defending Freedom representing two sets of Wisconsin parents filed a motion Friday asking a state court to rule in favor of their parental rights. The parents filed a lawsuit in November 2021
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin’s spring primary is ahead, ensure you have an ID to vote
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in this month’s primary (February 21, 2023). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most
WILL: Moves for summary judgment in parents’ rights case with support of expert witnesses Dr. Erica Anderson and Dr. Stephen Levine
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) have brought on two expert witnesses in support of summary judgment in a parents’ rights suit against a Kettle Moraine School District (KMSD) Policy that “affirms”
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Record breaking 16.3 million people – including 221,128 Wisconsinites – signed up for health coverage during open enrollment
WISCONSIN — Last month, the Department of Health and Human Services announced that a record 16.3 million people – including 221,128 Wisconsinites – have signed up for health coverage during the 2023 open enrollment period. Nationwide, enrollment is up 12
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Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Recognizes Flood Insurance Awareness Week
Madison, Wis. —Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed February 5-11, 2023, as Flood Insurance Awareness Week in Wisconsin to recognize our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. Most homeowners and renters insurance policies do not cover
The White House: Week ahead guidance for the week of February 6, 2023 – February 11, 2023
Monday, February 6, 2023 The President will return to the White House from Camp David. Tuesday, February 7, 2023 The President will address the peoples’ representatives in Congress at the State of the Union. He will speak with Republicans, Democrats, and the country
Arnold & Porter: Former US Rep. Ron Kind joins Arnold & Porter’s legislative & public policy practice as senior policy advisor
WASHINGTON, DC, February 6, 2023 — Arnold & Porter is pleased to announce that former United States Representative Ron Kind (D-WI) has joined the firm’s Legislative & Public Policy practice as a Senior Policy Advisor, resident in Washington, DC. Richard M.
U.S. Sen. Fitzgerald: Statement following Chinese spy balloon takedown
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement in response to reports to the Chinese spy balloon shot down off the Carolina coast: “Finally, the Chinese spy balloon has been brought down, a mere week since it first
Dorow campaign: Liberal special interest group launches attack ads against Judge Jennifer Dorow in effort to derail her candidacy before the primary
Waukesha, Wis. (February 6, 2023) – Wisconsin’s leading liberal special interest group is leaving no doubt about which candidate for Supreme Court the left fears most in the general election by launching a blitz of attack ads against Judge Jennifer
WisDems: Statement on President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement on the announcement of President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin next week: “President Biden has led our nation through the creation of 12.1 million jobs, and understands, in his
Gov. Evers: Announces State Building Commission approves $178 million in projects across Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of approximately $178.3 million in key projects across the state, including the authority to purchase land in the city of Milwaukee for the development and