Marquette University: Biomedical sciences professor receives $1.8M grant to study sex differences in brain mechanisms of seasonality
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Jennifer Evans, associate professor of biomedical sciences in Marquette University’s College of Health Sciences, has been awarded an R01 research grant from the National Institutes of Health, with an expected value of about $1.8 million over five years,
Dept. of Administration: City of De Pere receives more than $200,000 for new mobile EMS unit
De Pere, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld and Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary Dawn Crim made a visit to the City of De Pere Fire Department to award a $206,831 grant for
Citizen Action of Wisconsin: Legislators announce framework for boldest climate & jobs package yet introduced in the Upper Midwest
Madison: At a News Conference at the State Capitol today, Citizen Action of Wisconsin joined State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde and State Senator Chris Larson to unveil the a framework for what will be the first comprehensive legislation ever introduced
First Stage: Announces third season of Amplify BIPOC play series
Milwaukee, WI – June 15, 2022 – First Stage, one of the nation’s leading theaters for young people and families, is delighted to announce the third season of their Amplify BIPOC Play Series beginning August 13, 2022. In support of First Stage’s ongoing commitment to the development
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to deliver earned health care and benefits for toxic-exposed veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin voted for bipartisan legislation that will give all generations of toxic-exposed veterans their earned health care and benefits under the Veterans Affairs (VA) for the first time in the nation’s history. The Sergeant First
Milwaukee Supervisor Wasserman: Finance Committee unanimously recommends Wasserman resolution to repair McKinley Beach
MILWAUKEE – The County Board’s Finance Committee unanimously recommended for adoption a resolution by Supervisor Sheldon A. Wasserman to fund the design and execution of repairs to make McKinley Beach safe. Supervisor Steve F. Taylor, Shawn Rolland, and Willie Johnson Jr. are
Johnson Campaign: ICYMI: U.S. Sen. Johnson joins RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel’s “Real America” podcast
OSHKOSH – Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) joined RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel in a new episode of her podcast “Real America,” where they discussed his experience as a business owner in Wisconsin manufacturing, the impacts of rising inflation, and the importance
Wisconsin Right to Life: Political Action Committee announces fifth round of 2022 primary endorsements
he Wisconsin Right to Life Political Action Committee (PAC) is pleased to announce another round of endorsements for the 2022 Fall Primary Election. The full list* of endorsed candidates: Governor Rebecca Kleefisch Tim Michels Lieutenant Governor Roger Roth Patrick Testin
Elections Research Center: Redistricting and the Voting Rights Act webinar
In Wisconsin and around the country, the post-2020 redistricting cycle has been contentious. Disputes about the Voting Rights Act and about partisan gerrymandering have loomed especially large. This Zoom webinar will explore hot topics in redistricting law, with emphasis on
U.S. Rep. Kind: Votes for bipartisan package to lower grocery and gas costs, strengthen supply chains
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act, a package to lower costs at the grocery store, reduce gas prices, and shore up food supply chains. The Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act is comprised of bills led
Evers Campaign: Gov. Evers urges Wisconsinites to contact their legislators on reproductive healthcare
MADISON, Wis. — With the Wisconsin State Legislature preparing to convene in special session next Wednesday, Governor Tony Evers is urging Wisconsinites to contact their legislators and express support for repealing the state’s 173-year old abortion ban. “I’ve said all
Dept. of Workforce Development: BLS data, Wisconsin sets record for total number of people employed
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary employment estimates for the month of May 2022, which show the number of Wisconsinites employed at a historic high of 3,059,300. The
WisGOP: Biden and liberal dark money group falsely attacks Sen. Johnson on ACA and pre-existing conditions
n a speech this week to the AFL-CIO, President Biden made highly dishonest claims of Sen. Johnson’s stance on ACA and protections for pre-existing conditions. Soon after the distorted remarks from Biden, the far-left group, Protect our Care, attacked Sen.
Wisconsin Emergency Management: June 2022 tornadoes and thunderstorms
MADISON, Wis. – A strong line of thunderstorms moved across Wisconsin Wednesday afternoon and evening, producing heavy rains, multiple reported tornadoes, and strong winds. The storms caused damage from Monroe to Marinette counties. Nearly two dozen county and tribal emergency
WisDems: ICYMI: U.S. Sen. Johnson’s record of opposing LGBT+ rights
MADISON, Wis. — Going into Pride Month, The American Independent released a new report, detailing Ron Johnson’s history of voting against the LGBT+ community. The American Independent: Meet an anti-LGBTQ Senate candidate: Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin From his first Senate campaign in 2010
Wisconsin Technology Council: Indo-Pacific economic agreement: Learn June 29 what this 12-nation pact could mean for Wisconsin
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Kleefisch Campaign: ICYMI: Rebecca Kleefisch stands up for students and parents
[Waukesha, Wis.] — A bombshell report from Wisconsin Spotlight showed how Gov. Tony Evers worked at the request of the state’s top teachers’ union to allow the shutdown of schools during the pandemic and veto bills on School Choice. Public school mom
OCI: Shares tips for consumers filing claims after storm damage
Madison, Wis. — Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek is sharing tips and reminders for Wisconsinites who may have experienced property damage from the recent storm. “Wind or hail may have caused damage to property during this week’s storm.” said Commissioner Houdek. “If you
Fair Maps Coalition: Debra Cronmiller of League of Women Voters named new Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition Chair
WISCONSIN— Debra Cronmiller, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, will serve as the chair of the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition and continue to expand its work and reach across the state. “The Wisconsin Fair Maps
Toney Campaign: Announces new DA endorsements
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Fond du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney today announced five new district attorney endorsements including a former Assistant Attorney General for his attorney general campaign. Richard Dufour, a former Assistant Attorney General under Josh Kaul and