Dept. of Justice: Joins coalition of 20 states backing important new federal rule to regulate ghost guns and make communities safer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined a group of 20 states in filing an amicus brief supporting an important new federal rule regulating “ghost guns”: unserialized weapons that are often made at home from weapon
Madison Children’s Museum: Two more free family COVID-19 vaccination clinics, 7/12 (Today) & 7/28
Madison Children’s Museum is partnering with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare to host two pop-up Covid vaccination clinics at MCM for ages 6 months & up. The first runs this morning (Tuesday, 7/12) through 12:30 pm. The next clinic is scheduled for Thursday, July
Toney campaign: Rep. Grothman endorses Eric Toney for Attorney General
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Fond Du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney, law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, today welcomed the endorsement of Congressman Glenn Grothman as yet another sign of the campaign’s growing momentum. “Few Representatives work as hard and effectively as Congressman Grothman.
Barnes campaign: Lt. Gov. Barnes and his mother share her personal abortion story in new ad
MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, released “Right,” the third television ad of his campaign. “Right” is part of a multi-million dollar ad campaign on broadcast, cable, and digital throughout the state. Mandela Barnes is an only
Kleefisch campaign: ICYMI: Michels won’t take responsibility for his company’s liberal positions
[Waukesha, Wis.] — In case you missed it, Tim Michels is continuing to avoid responsibility for the liberal political positions he’s taken and lobbied for while running his company. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel revealed on Tuesday that Michels led a group that
ThedaCare: To offer COVID-19 vaccinations for children 6 months and older
NEENAH, Wis. – ThedaCare is committed to providing the most current and accurate COVID-19 vaccine information regarding eligibility, available doses and scheduling access. In mid-June, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted emergency use authorization (EUA) to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
Susan G. Komen: Announces More Than Pink Walk to be held in South Central Wisconsin
MADISON – July 12, 2022 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced that it will hold a MORE THAN PINK Walk in South Central Wisconsin on Sunday, August 28, 2022. After going virtual for the past two years
Dept. of Natural Resources: Upriver Lakes Sturgeon spearing application deadline is Aug. 1
OSHKOSH, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing tag is Aug. 1. Due to a higher success rate on the Upriver Lakes, only 500 license
Van Orden campaign: Milwaukee Police Association endorses Derrick Van Orden in Wisconsin’s 3rd District
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Today, the Milwaukee Police Association announced they are endorsing Derrick Van Orden for Congress in Wisconsin’s 3rd District. Law Enforcement from across the state recognize that we need leaders in Washington who will work to
UW-Madison: On Wisconsin magazine wins multiple awards in international competition
MADISON — On Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s alumni magazine, has won four awards in the Circle of Excellence competition from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), including a gold award in the “best magazine” category. The
American Society of Civil Engineers: Wisconsin Civil Engineers oppose the gas tax holiday
Wisconsin – The American Society of Civil Engineers, the Wisconsin Report Card and Advocacy Committee member, Martin Hanson issued the following statement of opposition to a potential “Gas Tax Holiday”: “Last year, President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Foss Fine Meats issues class I recall for ham products
MADISON, Wis. – Foss Fine Meats in Sparta, Wis., is issuing a voluntary recall of ham products produced for individuals and packaged and sold from its retail store. Affected products may include a Wisconsin mark of inspection with establishment No.
Evers campaign: Launches two new TV ads, promises continued high-speed internet expansion in second term
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers’ re-election campaign is launching its latest television ads highlighting his historic investments to expand and improve high-speed internet access across the state. One ad highlights how Gov. Evers has worked to expand access
The Creative Company: Shining a light on the life-changing limited public service loan forgiveness waiver
MADISON, Wis. (July 12, 2022) — The federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program provides important student loan debt relief to healthcare and frontline workers, teachers, administrative employees, and other community servants doing essential work for our country’s success. That is why it
Gov. Evers: Raises over $10 million; shatters fundraising records
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers announced that he raised $10.1 million during the first six months of 2022 — shattering fundraising records and highlighting that Wisconsinites are ready to re-elect Gov. Evers this November. “From his time as
Wisconsin Dept. of Veteran Affairs: Now accepting grant applications for nonprofits that serve veterans
MADISON — Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary Mary Kolar announced today that applications are now being accepted for two grants available to Wisconsin organizations that serve veterans and their families. Applications for both the WDVA Nonprofit Grant and the
Dept. of Health Services: Identifies second case of monkeypox in a Wisconsin resident
On July 9, 2022, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) identified the second confirmed case of orthopoxvirus, presumed to be monkeypox, in a resident of Milwaukee County. The patient is currently isolating, and DHS is working with federal and
U.S. Dept. of Energy: Announces nearly $10 million to small business nationwide working on new energy technology
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced nearly $10 million to 20 small businesses working on forward-thinking energy technology, which could significantly reduce U.S. energy consumption. The support to small businesses across the country is part of the Advanced Research Projects
Wis. Dept. of Transportation: US 14/WIS 92 intersection to close east of Brooklyn, Dane County
US 14 will close for 28-days between WIS 138 and WIS 92 in Dane County starting July 18, 2022. The posted detour will follow WIS 138, WIS 59 and WIS 104. WIS 92 will also remain closed at the US
Defend Democracy Project: Ambassador Norman Eisen and Wisconsin leaders on Sen. Ron Johnson’s role in fake electors plot and implications for Wisconsinites ahead of next Jan. 6 Select Committee Hearing
WISCONSIN – Today ,former Ambassador Norm Eisen, a leading national expert on issues related to democracy, joined a virtual press briefing hosted by the Defend Democracy Project. Wisconsin State Senator Kelda Roys – along with speakers from BLOC (Black Leaders