Washington County Exec. Schoemann: Announces new Communications Director
(WEST BEND, WI) – County Executive Josh Schoemann recently welcomed Fran McLaughlin to serve as the Communications Director for the Washington County Executive’s Office. McLaughlin began in the role in mid-June. “Fran has extensive experience in communications and familiarity with the operations
Voces de la Frontera Action, Never Again is Now, SEIU, FAN, BLOC: Milwaukee betrayed – decision to host the RNC undermines public safety and normalizes the far-right
(Milwaukee, WI) –On Friday, Milwaukee was approved to host the 2024 Republican National Convention, an alarming decision that normalizes an organization that has embraced white supremacy, authoritarianism, and acts of political violence. Hosting the RNC in Milwaukee rejects the voices
WisDems: Statement on July jobs report
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the July jobs report showed the U.S. added 528,000 new jobs last month – beating expectations and delivering the lowest unemployment rate in fifty years. This report follows a year of historic job growth across the country and a
A Better Wisconsin Together: Make a plan to vote – Voting Rights Act anniversary falls days before Wisconsin’s Aug. 9 primary election
MADISON, Wis. — Saturday, Aug. 6 will mark the 57th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, a federal bill that prohibits voting discrimination on the basis of race. This week also marks the deadline (Aug. 5) to register to vote in-person
NRSC: ICYMI WSJ – The Democrats’ woes with Hispanic voters
Washington, D.C. – Democrats are completely out of touch with Hispanic families, who care about the real issues impacting them, not the Democrats’ woke ideology. This is a major blow to the Democrats’ hopes of retaining the Senate majority after the midterm
Milwaukee County Board: Supervisor Vincent calls for unity as Milwaukee is selected to host 2024 Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE – On Friday, August 5, Republicans unanimously voted to select Milwaukee to host its 2024 national convention. County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent issued the following statement calling for a renewed sense of unity between Democrats and Republicans. “Any major event choosing Milwaukee,
Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce: Calls on Johnson and Baldwin to oppose billions in new taxing & spending
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – sent a letter Friday to U.S. Senators Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin calling on them to oppose the Inflation Reduction Act (H.R. 5376). The
Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce: Welcomes new VP of Government Affairs
FOX CITIES, Wis. (August 5, 2022) – The Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce announced that Jon Turke has joined the organization as Vice President of Government Affairs. In his role he will coordinate government affairs activities of the Chamber at the local,
Loudenbeck campaign: Statement on Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police endorsement
Madison- Amy Loudenbeck, Republican candidate for Secretary of State released the following statement after receiving the endorsement of the Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). “I am grateful to the Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police for its endorsement of
Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association: Wisconsin Community Health Centers celebrate National Community Health Center Week, August 7– 13
Madison, WI – Wisconsin’s 17 Community Health Centers are celebrating National Community Health Center Week, August 7 to 13. Throughout the state, Community Health Centers are holding community events, providing tours, and hosting panels to showcase the unique services that
Wisconsin Dairy Alliance, Venture Dairy Cooperative: Submit comments to DNR highlighting concerns about proposed rule
August 5th, 2022:The Wisconsin Dairy Alliance and Venture Dairy Cooperative submitted comments to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources highlighting major concerns with a proposed rule that could have serious consequences for farmers. The proposed rule requires that pesticide applicators
Milwaukee Alderman Murphy: Abrupt closure of Hank Aaron State Trail leaves residents frustrated
I, along with many residents, commuters and outdoor enthusiasts, was disappointed to learn of the abrupt closure of the Hank Aaron State Trail from 76th St. to 84th St. With no advance notice concrete barriers appeared and will be in
Michels campaign: ICYMI – Rebecca Kleefisch and her supporters caught lying as her campaign limps to a close
[WEST ALLIS, WISC] Rebecca Kleefisch has been caught lying, again. From Politifact Wisconsin: [T]here’s no evidence that Michels himself wanted to raise the gas tax. And he has said on the campaign trail he does not support doing so. See
Democratic Governors Association: Trump’s Wisconsin visit to rally for Tim Michels makes the messy GOP primary even more chaotic
As if the Republicans’ primary wasn’t messy enough, Donald Trump will visit Wisconsin this evening to campaign for his horse in the GOP gov primary race, Tim Michels. The visit from Trump is sure to make the infighting and chaos
WisGOP: Statement on Republican National Convention
[Chicago, IL] – Today, the full body of the Republican National Committee officially selected Milwaukee as the host city for the 2024 Republican National Convention. After Joe Biden and Democrats abandoned the Badger State for Delaware in 2020, this announcement
Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran Suicide Prevention Task Force: Veterans, families invited to music series at Milwaukee’s lakefront
MLWAUKEE — The healing power of music will be on full display Thursday, Aug. 18, when the band Kharma Shotgun performs as part of the ongoing “Live on the Plaza” music series at Milwaukee’s lakefront. The family-friendly event will be
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin: Honors Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley with Children’s Champion Policy Award
MILWAUKEE, Wis., August 5, 2022 — Children’s Wisconsin was excited to present Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley with the Children’s Champion Policy Award for his work to improve the lives of Wisconsin kids. This award was presented on Aug. 2 by
Institute for Reforming Government: Continues to grow, adds yet another cabinet-level leader
Madison, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government is pleased to announce they are adding yet another cabinet-level leader to their team with the hiring of Ed Eberle. With years of experience at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Ed
DNC, AG Kaul: Blast Trump and Wisconsin Republicans ahead of Waukesha rally
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and DNC Executive Director Sam Cornale, a Wisconsin native, called out Donald Trump and the extremist Wisconsin Republicans he has endorsed ahead of his speech in Waukesha tonight. During the press call, speakers blasted the
Gov. Evers: Grants 49 pardons, brings total pardons granted to 603
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 49 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 603. “It is one of the most rewarding parts of my job as governor to have the opportunity to grant