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MADISON – Today, Legislative Republicans attempted to pass an amended version of Assembly Bill 415, establishing a state legislative map that carves out protections for several incumbent members with no hearing or opportunity for public comment. Representative Lisa Subeck released

NEW LONDON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Thern Farmstead in New London (Outagamie County) on the National Register of Historic Places. The farmstead was added to the register on January 11, 2024. The Thern

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, as previewed in his 2024 State of the State address, announced the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has issued a standing order to ensure BadgerCare Plus members have direct access to over-the-counter (OTC) emergency contraception. The order allows BadgerCare

[Middleton, January 24th, 2024] – Phil Anderson, the Libertarian candidate for the U.S. Senate from Wisconsin, is taking a bold stand on securing America’s energy future through the adoption of modular nuclear power generation. In an era where energy independence

MADISON, WI – After the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety voted unanimously in favor of Assembly Bill 615—Relating to: creating a task force on missing and murdered African American women and girls, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released

MADISON, WI — The maps passed by Republicans in the State Senate on Tuesday, and then in the Assembly on Wednesday are nothing more than another maneuver to protect incumbents and maintain control. “Tweaking” the maps to protect incumbents is gerrymandering. It’s

MADISON – Today, Legislative Republicans passed a gerrymandered redistricting map, amended Assembly Bill 415. Representative Jacobson (D-Oregon) released the following statement: “The people of Wisconsin have spoken, repeatedly, about their desire for fairness, transparency, and bipartisanship.  This bill is anything

MADISON, WI – Today, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) released new revenue estimates. The numbers reflect strong growth despite collections being slightly lower than expected. In response to the updated estimates, Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) Co-Chairs Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring

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MADISON, Wis. – Earlier today, the GOP-controlled legislature passed an amended version of Assembly Bill 415 (AB415) which made several changes to protect several of their incumbent members. In response, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “For over a

MADISON, Wis. — Today, the State Assembly voted on an amended version of Assembly Bill 415, a map that legislative Republicans altered to protect members of their caucus. Representative Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) released the following statement:  “Drawing districts to

West Bend, WI – Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann’s statement regarding the UW-Milwaukee announcement to allow for transfer of technical college credits: The announcement by UW-Milwaukee this week to allow for technical college students to seamlessly transfer their associate’s degree

MILWAUKEE, WI – County Supervisor Peter Burgelis today announced a comprehensive list of endorsements for his candidacy in the Spring 2024 election for Milwaukee’s 11th District Aldermanic seat. Burgelis, a mortgage professional, proudly serves as the 15th District Supervisor on

MADISON – Today, the State Assembly voted on an amended version of Assembly Bill 415, a map that legislative Republicans altered to protect their incumbents. Rep. Lori Palmeri (D-54) released the following statement: “At every turn, Legislative Republicans have tried

MILWAUKEE — Raynor Library at Marquette University has announced a partnership with CharityEZ, Inc., a nonprofit volunteer and donor management platform, to carry on the legacy Foundations in Wisconsin, a directory of every grantmaking foundation in the state of Wisconsin, which

Madison – Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) joined his colleagues from both chambers to watch Governor Tony Evers give his 2024 State of the State address. Following the conclusion of the address, Rep. Rettinger said: “This is the second time I’ve

MADISON, Wis. – In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Tommy Stanek of Graceful Management Systems talks about how its software system helps manage unexpected construction costs, scheduling delays and communication issues with contractors. The Show also previews recent and upcoming

MADISON, WIS – Matt Dallman, Deputy State Director for The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin, released the following statement today regarding Gov. Tony Evers’ announcement at last night’s State of the State address that the governor secured long-sought-after conservation protections for an additional

WHITEWATER—January 25, 2024—The Greater Whitewater Committee (GWC) will be hosting its annual meeting to celebrate its accomplishments from 2023 and upcoming goals for 2024. This year’s banquet will feature a keynote presentation from Secretary Dan Hereth from the Wisconsin Department

Madison, WI – Today, legislation that will enhance the legal options for victims of child trafficking received a public hearing in the State Assembly. The bipartisan bill authored by State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) is part of the Speaker’s Task