Racine Police Department: Cemetery shooting update
ARRESTED: Lamarion D. Blair, 19 year old male and a 16 year old male from Racine On Thursday, August 4, 2022 after an extensive and thorough investigation, the Racine Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit arrested Lamarion Blair and a 16
Barnes campaign: Slams Ron Johnson’s attacks on Social Security and Medicare
Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, slammed Sen. Ron Johnson, responding to Johnson’s calls to turn Social Security programs and Medicare into discretionary spending programs, threatening to strip working people of the essential benefits they’ve earned. Mandela told Mehdi Hasan, “[Ron Johnson]’s
Evers campaign: Statement on Trump campaigning in Waukesha with Tim Michels
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Donald Trump will campaign in Waukesha alongside Tim Michels to push their radical agenda for Wisconsin. In response, Tony for Wisconsin Spokesperson Sam Roecker released the following statement: “Tim Michels is rounding out his radical primary campaign by
Evers campaign: ICYMI – Gov. Evers invests in youth mental health, hiring and training mental health professionals
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — In case you missed it, Governor Tony Evers announced that he will be investing $14 million from the American Rescue Plan toward youth mental health services and filling jobs in behavioral healthcare. Gov. Evers’ investment will help fund a youth
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: Rackow’s Family Sausage issues Class I recall of pork product
MADISON, Wis. – Rackow’s Family Sausage in Juda, Wis., is issuing a Class I recall for pork lard sold from its store. The recalled product includes: Pork lard, 4-lb. tubs, purchased before August 1, 2022. This is a Class I
Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation: Announces Someplace Better rebranding, new website and features
SHEBOYGAN, WI — The Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC), a public-private partnership leading economic, community, and workforce development efforts in Sheboygan County, announced today that it has completed a significant rebranding for Someplace Better. The SCEDC is an organization
Sen. Testin: Earns accolades from sportsmen’s group
Madison: The Wisconsin Game Preserve Association (WGPA) will present Senator Patrick Testin (Stevens Point) with their Legislator of the Year Award on August 14th. “I’m honored to receive this recognition and proud to be an advocate for hunters,” said Senator Testin.
Human Rights Campaign: Endorses Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S Senate
Madison, Wisconsin — Today the Human Rights Campaign PAC (HRC PAC) announced its endorsement of Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate. HRC PAC is committed to engaging our volunteers, members and supporters to mobilize the nearly 715,000 Equality Voters
Gov. Evers: Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians sign compact amendment permitting event wagering
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and Chairman Louis Taylor of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians today announced they have signed a historic compact amendment allowing casinos and affiliate locations in Wisconsin operated by the Tribe
Rep. Hebl: Wisconsin Republicans continue to sink money into election “investigation” money pit
On Monday, August 1, Dane County Judge Frank Remington ordered Michael Gableman to pay $163,000 in legal fees to the watchdog group American Oversight, stemming from a dispute regarding whether Gableman was producing necessary documents related to the election review.
Rep. Meyers: Commends Gov. Evers announcement of $3.75 million grant for City of Park Falls water utility
PARK FALLS, WI — Gov. Tony Evers recently announced a $3.75 million investment for infrastructure fixes to support water conservation efforts and safe drinking water for the city of Park Falls. This investment comes in light of growing concerns over
Wisconsin Building Trades Council: Endorses Tony Evers for Governor
Madison — Today, the Wisconsin Building Trades Council (WBTC), announced the endorsement of Governor Tony Evers in his bid for re-election. The WBTC’s 17 member crafts represent more than 40,000 voices of working men and women, covering every unionized building and
Coalition to March on the RNC 2024: New coalition announces intent to march on RNC in 2024 & protest Trump in Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI – Organizers representing several different political, community, campus, and labor groups are joining together to form a new coalition whose purpose is to host a major demonstration during the week of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in
WEC: Last-minute reminders before August 9 partisan primary
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Elections Commission today reminds voters to be ready for the upcoming Partisan Primary on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Here’s what voters should know: Contact your clerk regarding questions about returning your absentee ballot. In
Dept. of Natural Resources: ATV and UTV operators – think smart before you start
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds ATV and UTV enthusiasts to operate responsibly and think smart before they start. The Think Smart Before You Start campaign began in 2021 to curb risky behavior and impaired operation of ATVs,
Barnes campaign: Slams Ron Johnson, hits campaign trail ahead of primary
WSAW: Barnes Not Slowing Down This week, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, took the fight to Sen. Ron Johnson, launching his first ad holding Sen. Johnson accountable for his record of outsourcing jobs. He also slammed Sen. Johnson
Opportunity Wisconsin: Inflation Reduction Act: A win for Wisconsin workers and families
Opportunity Wisconsin calls on Senators Baldwin and Johnson to support this historic investment in our economy, climate, health care, and middle class MADISON, Wis.—As the U.S. Senate prepares to vote on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Opportunity Wisconsin is calling
Milwaukee Alderwoman Coggs: 11th annual Bronzeville Week begins with weekend of events
Bronzeville Week, an official City of Milwaukee event now in its 11th year, officially kicks off this weekend with a variety of events. The inaugural event of Bronzeville Week is the HaRUNbee 5K Run/Walk for Healthy Birth Outcomes. Race registration begins at
IBEW: Local 494 Business Manager Dean A. Warsh elected President of the IBEW Wisconsin State Conference
Milwaukee, WI – The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference held their 86th Annual State Convention in Minocqua, Wisconsin where IBEW Local 494 Business Manager Dean A. Warsh, who had been serving most recently as the Vice President
UW-Health: Expert explains monkeypox symptoms, spread
MADISON, Wis. – Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, another virus is circulating around the world. On Aug. 4, the United States declared monkeypox a national health emergency. The World Health Organization also recently declared the virus a global health emergency. An