U.S. Rep. Gallagher: “Future of the Navy being built in Northeast Wisconsin”
GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) released the following statement as Fincantieri Marinette Marine yesterday began building the Constellation Class frigate at its shipyard in Marinette, Wisconsin. “The future of the Navy is being built right here in Northeast
WisDOT: Public meetings set for I-39/90/94 Environmental Impact Study
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting two public involvement meetings to discuss the environmental study for 67 miles of the I-39/90/94 corridor in Dane, Columbia, Sauk and Juneau counties. The study limits are from US 12/18 (Beltline) in
Milwaukee County Supervisor Coggs-Jones: Encourages youth to participate in Girls in Aviation Day
MILWAUKEE – Girls in Aviation Day, a worldwide event organized locally by the Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter of Women in Aviation, will be held Saturday, September 24 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Mitchell International Airport. “Careers in aviation are both exciting
Western WI AFL-CIO: Announcing the return of the Labor Day Parade and Fest in La Crosse
La Crosse, WI – As Coulee Region residents prepare to celebrate Labor Day, the Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO is pleased to announce the return of La Crosse’s Labor Day Parade & Fest, after cancellation of the event in 2020 and 2021
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Big victory for voters with disabilities in Wisconsin!
MADISON—Yesterday was a day for celebration! Federal Judge James Peterson ruled that a recent decision by the Wisconsin Supreme, along with a state statute, violated the rights of four voters with severe physical disabilities to obtain assistance in the delivery
Common Cause Wisconsin: Many opportunities to take an active role in protecting and promoting voting in Wisconsin
Thanks to all of the many voters who have participated in the several elections that have occurred so far this year in Wisconsin! We have one more election to go this year and it is the biggest and most important
Milwaukee Common Council: Young leaders encouraged to apply for openings on the Milwaukee Youth Council
The City of Milwaukee Youth Council, a group composed of young leaders ages 14-18 who serve and advance the interests of city youth as a representative body, is seeking members for a new term beginning this fall. The Youth Council members represent
Brown County Exec: County executive declares fentanyl a community health crisis
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, with the support of Brown County Public Health Officer Anna Nick, has declared fentanyl a Community Health Crisis in the County of Brown as today marks the start of Recovery Month.
Katzenmeyer campaign: Jessica Katzenmeyer’s former union Wisconsin Teamsters Joint Council 39 supports her campaign for state Senate District 5
WEST ALLIS, WI – Jessica Katzenmeyer (D-West Allis) who is running for State Senate in Wisconsin’s 5th District is proud to have the support of the Wisconsin Teamsters Joint Council 39. “It is an honor to be endorsed by my former
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wear a life jacket when on the water this holiday weekend
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to keep safety top of mind as they cast off this Labor Day Weekend by wearing a life jacket which could save your life. It is human nature to
Gov. Evers: Welcomes Wisconsin students back to school with a video message
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared a video message welcoming students, educators, and parents back to school for the 2022-23 school year. This week, the governor began a statewide back-to-school tour, visiting schools and meeting with students, families, educators, and staff as they begin the 2022-23 school year. On
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Influence peddler for September 2022 – Club for Growth
After a nine-year hiatus from trying to influence Wisconsin state elections, Club for Growth spent more than $3.5 million in the two weeks leading up to this year’s Aug. 9 primary to successfully oppose Republican Rebecca Kleefisch’s bid for governor. Documents filed
DATCP: Consumer alert: Facebook-related phishing scams
MADISON, Wis. – A large number of fraudulent messages claiming to be Facebook customer service representatives or automated customer service systems have recently been reported to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers proclaims College Savings Month in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Today the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed September as College Savings Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation encourages Wisconsinites to save for higher education using the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program and its college savings plans. “We’re working
Johnson campaign: Secretary Pompeo endorses Johnson
OSHKOSH – Today, Secretary Mike Pompeo announced his endorsement for Senator Ron Johnson’s (R-WI) re-election campaign. Secretary Pompeo served as the 70th U.S. Secretary of State, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency and was elected to four terms in
Milwaukee Public Schools: Hosts ground breaking ceremony at Reagan High School
MILWAUKEE (September 1, 2022) – Reagan High School is slated to begin work on expansions and improvements and will welcome media to a ground breaking ceremony on Wednesday, September 7, at 12:30 p.m. Milwaukee Public Schools will host a media event to
Americans for Prosperity WI: AFP-Wisconsin endorses three additional candidates for the state Legislature
MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) today announced its support for three state legislative candidates running for State Senate and State Assembly. The grassroots organization endorses the following policy champions: Rob Hutton (SD-5), Rep. Jesse James (SD-23), and Chanz Green
WisDems: Tim Michels doubles down on loyalty to extreme anti-abortion group
MADISON, Wis. — Tim Michels has doubled down on his loyalty to extreme anti-abortion groups, both in statements and fundraising emails. Pro Life Wisconsin, cited in Michels’s fundraising email, wants to go even further than the already restrictive 1849 abortion ban by making all
Dept. of Health Services: Expands access to COVID-19 self-tests
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is launching an online program for Wisconsinites to get free at-home rapid COVID-19 tests delivered directly to them. Starting today, Wisconsin residents can go to the Say Yes! COVID Test website(link is external) and place
Barnes campaign: FACT CHECK: Lt. Governor Barnes has worked to keep Wisconsin communities safe while Ron Johnson voted against funding for law enforcement
Wisconsin Truth PAC — which is funded by the special interest donors Ron Johnson delivered $215 million in tax deductions to — is falsely attacking Lt. Governor Barnes over his record of working to keep all Wisconsin communities safe. Lt.