DATCP: Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board election results announced
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board election results. The following soybean producers started their three-year terms as elected members of the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board on
Democratic Governors Association: Tim Michels tells supporters to arm themselves with “pitchforks and torches” after being exposed for giving $250K to radical groups
Tim Michels is threatening violence against the press after the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel exposed him last week for personally donating $250,000 to radical anti-abortion and anti-LGBTQ+ groups through his foundation in 2020. Instead of answering why he supports groups that support banning abortion without
Wisconsin Family Action: Releases 2021-2022 Legislative Scorecard
Madison, WI – Today Wisconsin Family Action (WFA) released its 2021-2022 Legislative Scorecard, giving its assessment of how all thirty-three State Senators and all ninety-nine State Assembly Representatives did this past legislative session. The session began in early January 2021 and floor activity concluded
Katzenmeyer campaign: Jessica Katzenmeyer endorsed by former candidate, Tom Palzewicz
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 former State Senate District 5 candidate and small business coach, Tom Palzewicz. “Jessica is an
Johnson campaign: Johnson announces Farm Bureau endorsement
OSHKOSH – The Ron Johnson campaign announced an endorsement from the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF) Wednesday. The WFBF is the state’s largest general farm organization representing over 46,000 member family farms of different sizes, commodities and management styles. “Sen.
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Wisconsin idea spotlight: public policy at the poll
MADISON, WI (September 7, 2022) — Join the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) and faculty from UW-Madison’s Robert M. La Follette School of Public Affairs to explore research associated with public policy initiatives in the upcoming state and national elections. The panel discussion
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces legislation to increase access to opioid overdose reversal drugs and save lives
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Naloxone Education and Access Act to increase states’ and Tribal communities’ access to life-saving opioid overdoses reversal drugs like naloxone, the medication that can reverse overdoses from heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids.
DNR: Where can we hunt? DNR to host next hunting webinar Sept. 21
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the third of several educational hunting webinars on Wednesday, Sept. 21 for members of the public that are new to hunting or hunting curious. The webinar series is in partnership with
Legislative Audit Bureau: Announces the release of report 22-12, retirement funds investment activity
The Bureau announces the release of Retirement Funds Investment Activity (report 22-12). We provided unmodified opinions on the financial statements and related notes of the Retirement Funds investment activity for the year ended December 31, 2021. These financial statements were
Restoring Integrity and Trust in Elections: Stops Wisconsin officials from illegally altering ballot certifications
Washington, D.C. – Today a Wisconsin court declared that the Wisconsin Elections Commission (“WEC”) violated the law by empowering local officials to supply information missing from mail- in ballot certifications without voter engagement. Plaintiffs, supported by RITE, argued that unelected
U.S. Rep. Steil: Hosts fighting fentanyl roundtable in Kenosha
KENOSHA, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) hosted a roundtable in Kenosha, WI focused on fighting fentanyl in Kenosha County and to discuss ways the federal government can help keep communities in Wisconsin safe. During the roundtable, leaders from the
Institute for Reforming Government: Holding the executive accountable: IRG launches new series aimed at spotlighting state agencies and needed reforms
Madison, WI – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced today the launch of a new series, Wisconsin State Agency 101, about educating the public on Wisconsin’s executive branch, explaining the functions, problems, and history of the 20 largest state agencies. Until November,
WisGOP: Statement on court ruling regarding absentee ballot curing
[Appleton, WI] – In response to a ruling by a Waukesha Circuit Court Judge regarding absentee ballot curing, RPW Chairman Paul Farrow issued the following statement. “We are extremely pleased with the ruling of Judge Aprahamian that confirms what we
WisDems: Ron Johnson is once again trying to take away Wisconsinites’ freedoms
MADISON, Wis. – After celebrating the overturning of Roe v. Wade and Wisconsinites losing their right to make their own medical decisions, Ron Johnson is now opposed to the Respect for Marriage Act. This legislation would enshrine Wisconsinites’ right to marry whoever
Forward Latino: As students return to their classrooms, community organizations launch “Vote for Gun Violence Prevention” campaign
Franklin, WI – This week many students across Wisconsin as well as those in Uvalde, Texas are returningto their classrooms. Students and parents hopeful for the new year are also concerned about schoolsafety due to the dramatic increase in school
WisDOJ: Officer involved critical incident investigation in Adams County, Wis.
STRONGS PRAIRIE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident (OICI) in the Township of Strongs Prairie, Wis. that occurred on the night of Tuesday, September 6, 2022.
Milwaukee Public Schools: Expands participation in Verizon Innovative Learning to bring tech education to local Title I schools
MILWAUKEE (September 6, 2022) — On Sept. 8, four MPS middle schools will join Verizon Innovative Learning, Verizon’s award-winning education initiative which addresses barriers to digital inclusion and helps drive equity within education for some of the most vulnerable populations across the country. In
Rep. Shelton: Applauds Governor’s budget investment plan for schools – meals, mental health, and more
GREEN BAY, WI – Today, Rep. Shelton (D-Green Bay) joined Governor Tony Evers and State Superintendent Jill Underly at Edison Middle School to discuss and celebrate the K-12 budget investments for the 2023-2025 biennium. On the announcement and visit, Rep.
Rep. Pope: Statement on Governor Evers’ and Superintendent Underly’s announcement of shared K-12 priorities for 2023-25 budget
MADISON—Today, Gov. Tony Evers and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jill Underly announced their shared K-12 education priorities for the 2023-25 state biennial budget. Their plan increases funding for public schools by nearly $2 billion. This announcement comes as
Milwaukee Public Schools: Hosts ground breaking ceremony at Washington High School
MILWAUKEE (September 6, 2022) – Washington High School is slated to begin work on the replacement of the existing track and athletic field and welcomes media and the community to a ground breaking ceremony on Thursday, September 8, at 10:30