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Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul sends warnings to phone companies that have allowed robocalls to bombard Wisconsinites

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a bipartisan Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force Tuesday warned four voice service providers that they have been transmitting suspected illegal robocall traffic on their networks on behalf of one or more of

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Judge Maria S. Lazar: Endorses Circuit Court Judge, former Attorney General Brad Schimel

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

(WAUKESHA COUNTY, Wisconsin) – Today, District II, Court of Appeals Judge Maria S. Lazar announced her decision to decline to run for the State of Wisconsin’s highest court next April. Lazar also made her endorsement of Circuit Court Judge Brad Schimel public today. Judge

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Marquette Law School Poll: To release results of national surveys on incoming Trump administration, U.S. Supreme Court, Dec. 18-19

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion, over two days, Dec. 18-19, via written releases. The written releases and corresponding national data will be distributed and made available on

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WILL: Files new legal motion to defend Act 10 based on 1st Amendment concerns

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) filed a new motion to intervene in defense of Act 10 due to a recent court decision that creates serious constitutional concerns regarding the 1st Amendment and compelled speech.   The Quote: Lucas

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Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent statement on Wisconsin Policy Forum report showing expected property tax increases

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement on a new report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum showing that due in part to a record number of school district referendum being approved, property taxes are expected to rise

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Law Forward: Files a grievance with the Office of Lawyer Regulation against Attorney James Troupis for his role in the fake electors scheme

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

On the eve of former Trump Campaign lawyer Jim Troupis’s initial criminal court appearance, Law Forward has filed a formal grievance with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation (OLR), calling for an investigation of his conduct devising and implementing the fake-elector scheme

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League of Wisconsin Municipalities: Welcomes new government affairs specialist

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

The League of Wisconsin Municipalities welcomes Evan Miller as the newest member of their team. At the direction of the Government Affairs Director, Miller will work with the legislature, state agencies, andstakeholders to advance the interests of Wisconsin cities and

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Plan a Winter Free Fishing Weekend clinic, Jan. 18-19

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites clubs and organizations to host free fishing clinics on Winter Free Fishing Weekend, Jan. 18-19, 2025. On Free Fishing Weekend, residents and nonresidents can fish most waters of the state without a

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National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities: Recognizes U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC (December 10, 2024) – U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman (R-WI), a member of the Congressional Independent Colleges Caucus (CICC), was recognized today for his leadership on issues related to higher education and support of independent colleges and universities by

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USDA: Invests over $32 million to strengthen rural infrastructure and create good-paying jobs in Wisconsin

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

STEVENS POINT, Wis., Dec. 11, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that the Department is investing over $32 million to strengthen rural infrastructure and create more good-paying construction jobs in Wisconsin. “These investments

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Prosser family: Services set for Justice David T. Prosser Jr.

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

CONTACT:  Brian Schimming (608) 220-7132 (Chief of Staff for Justice Prosser when Assembly Speaker) Visitations and a Celebration of Life for former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice and Assembly Speaker David T. Prosser, Jr, who passed away last week, have been

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental Take Notice for Grant County

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare leafhopper, butterfly and snail, which may result from the American Transmission Company (ATC) Y-184 Rebuild project in Grant County.

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UW-Green Bay: Winter graduating class urged to ‘lead with purpose’ at the 2024 UW-Green Bay Fall Commencement ceremonies 

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

More than 490 students to be awarded degrees at UW-Green Bay’s 2024 Winter Commencement, December 14, 2024 GREEN BAY, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay winter graduates will cross the stage while being urged to “lead with purpose” and impact

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A Better Wisconsin Together: New study shows GOP legislators not doing their jobs, neglecting local schools has led to higher property taxes for Wisconsin families

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON, Wis. — A recent study shows how legislative Republicans’ long-standing refusal to adequately fund our local schools is increasing costs for Wisconsinites, finding this year’s K-12 public schools portion of property taxes will be $327.2 million more than last year.  Driving the

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U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Demands transparency, public input on Marathon County refugee resettlement plans

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) sent a letter to Bojana Zoric Martinez, the Director of the Bureau of Refugee Programs for the Evers administration, calling for transparency and opportunities for public input on reported plans to resettle refugees from

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Dept. of Public Instruction: Names three district partners in initiative to improve engagement for students kept at margins of schools

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

DPI one of four state agencies across the nation to partner with SWIFT Education Center MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced it recently named three school districts as partners in an initiative to build capacity and provide academic, behavioral,

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Dept. of Transportation: Now hiring Wisconsin State Patrol troopers and inspectors, five weeks left to apply

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

Deadline for application: January 19, 2025 If you have a passion for giving back to the community, the Wisconsin State Patrol wants to hear from you! The deadline to apply to become a state trooper or inspector is fast approaching.

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Marshfield Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Marshfield is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of

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UW-Stout: Faculty, staff awarded for creating opportunities for students in packaging; helping to discover new identities

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

DeGruson, Brown recognized by Universities of Wisconsin at annual ceremony Two UW-Stout staff members have been named special award recipients by the Universities of Wisconsin and were honored at a ceremony on Dec. 4, in Madison. Associate Professor Min DeGruson,

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UW-Health: East Madison Hospital earns level 4 trauma center designation

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024

            MADISON, Wis. – Patients on the east side of Madison and the surrounding communities will now have faster access to a higher level of critical care. In late October, UW Health East Madison Hospital,

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