AFL-CIO: Statement on the death of National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 2 member Aundre Cross
“We are shocked and heartbroken by the on the job murder of our union brother Aundre Cross, a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 2 who was shot and killed on December 9 while walking his postal
Dept. of Natural Resources: Public review and comment period for proposed Wolf Management Plan extended
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced an extension to the public review and comment period for the draft Wolf Management Plan. The review period is extended until Feb. 28, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. This extension is intended to
Rep. Subeck: Elected Chair of State Capitol and Executive Residence Board
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) was elected Chair of the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board (SCERB), succeeding Representative Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton) who has served as Chair since January 2021. In addition, Arlan Kay and Senator Van
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Please share expert testimony from COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and safety roundtable
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released a highlight video of his three-hour roundtable discussion, COVID-19 Vaccines: What they Are, How They Work, and Possible Causes of Injuries, with experts and medical professionals to shed light on the current
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Biden Administration continues to expand affordable coverage and protect consumers
Washington DC — Yesterday, the Biden administration’s fix to the “family glitch” took effect, which will expand coverage and lower costs for more than one million Americans. This new rule means that more families can access premium subsidies for coverage
WisDems: Democracy “nearly died in Wisconsin,” the Supreme Court race is critical to defending it
MADISON, Wis. — Mother Jones’ January/February 2023 issue cover story looks at how Wisconsin Democrats staved off a dangerously close Republican attack on democracy in 2022 by re-electing Governor Evers and averting a Republican supermajority in the legislature. Now, Democrats will have
Dept. of Military Affairs: Northern Emergency Management Assistance Compact benefits Michigan fire response
When a large fire broke out at an industrial warehouse in Menominee, Michigan in October of this year, first responders quickly realized the incident was one they would be unable to handle alone. As is often the case when battling
Taylor campaign: Announces bid for Milwaukee Municipal Court
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin State Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) announces her intent to run for the Milwaukee Municipal Court Branch 2 seat, set to be vacated by Judge Derek Mosley. Taylor, a former attorney with the Wisconsin State
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin and Papua New Guinea renew historic ties by signing State Partnership Program agreement
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — Leaders of the Wisconsin National Guard and Papua New Guinea Defence Force gathered in Port Moresby Dec. 2 to sign a National Guard State Partnership agreement between the two organizations. This partnership officially began
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Introduces bipartisan legislation with Rubio to ban TikTok
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher, alongside Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) andRaja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), today introduced bipartisan legislation to ban TikTok from operating in the United States. The Averting the National Threat of Internet Surveillance, Oppressive Censorship and Influence, and Algorithmic Learning by the
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Don’t get scammed this holiday season
MADISON, Wis. – The winter holidays are a time of charity, gratitude, and gift-giving. Everyone is looking for the best deals and money-saving tricks. Scammers try to take advantage of consumers’ holiday plans through rip-offs and fraudulent schemes. The Wisconsin
Dept. of Human Resources: Reminds Wisconsinites it is not too late to get your flu vaccine
Data from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) show influenza (flu) activity is increasing significantly throughout Wisconsin ahead of the December holiday season, mirroring trends being observed around the country. As of December 1, 2022, only 31% of Wisconsin residents have
Dorow campaign: Receives endorsement from District Attorney Eric Toney
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Raises concerns about DOJ’s partisan decision in appointing a special counsel
WASHINGTON – Last week, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland raising conflict of interest
WisDems: Dorow campaign manager led divisive Wisconsin School Board recall
MADISON, Wis. — Jennifer Dorow is backing up her radical politics with a campaign manager who has committed her work to Republican division and extremism. In 2021, Amber Schroeder led the recall effort of four school board members in Ozaukee
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov.-elect Rodriguez: Annnounce inauguration event details
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Sara Rodriguez announced the date and details of their official Inauguration Ceremony and gala. The official Inauguration Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023 at 11 AM, followed
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Statement regarding Northridge Lake tragedy
MILWAUKEE, WI – The following is the statement on behalf of the Office of the County Executive regarding the Northridge Lake tragedy that occurred late last week: On behalf of the County Executive our hearts go out to the families and
Habush Sinykin campaign: Announces first round of endorsements for Senate District 8
Whitefish Bay, WI – On Monday December 12, 2022, the campaign of Jodi for State Senate, announced the following endorsements of those supporting Jodi Habush Sinykin to be the next State Senator for District 8. They are: “I’m beyond grateful to have
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson: Urges GAO to report potential risks in federal employees health benefits program
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) sent a letter to Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the Government Accountability Office (GAO), requesting an audit of health care providers under the Federal Employees Health
Dept. of Natural Resources: Asks public to report mudpuppy observations
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to report any observations of mudpuppies they may accidentally catch while fishing this winter. Data collected from these sightings will help determine the distribution and range of