Dept. of Public Instruction: School and district accountability report cards for the 2022-23 school year now available
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published school and district accountability report cards for the 2022-23 school year. The DPI publishes school and district report cards annually, as required by Wis. Stat. 115.385. Report cards include data for multiple school years across
Reproductive Justice Action–Milwaukee: Rallies against fake abortion clinics in Milwaukee
[Milwaukee, WI] – At 10:30am on Saturday November 18th, Reproductive Justice Action – Milwaukee (RJA-M) will be picketing in front of the Women’s Care Center at 1441 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin to demand Wisconsin State Assembly members vote against
AARP WI, WAAN: Say CARE Act would provide needed support for Wisconsin’s unsung heroes – family caregivers
MADISON, WISCONSIN – Wisconsin’s nearly 600,000 unpaid family caregivers – a group that AARP Wisconsin refers to as the state’s unsung heroes for giving up so much of their own time and money to help loved ones remain living in
American Lung Association: New report reveals Wisconsin is he 9th best in nation for lung cancer screenings
MILWAUKEE – (November 14, 2023) – The 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals Wisconsin ranks 9th best in the nation for lung cancer screenings and 16th best for survival rate. The state has a 7.3% lung cancer screening rate compared to the
Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians: Tribes issue letters to Gov. Evers and Joint Finance Committee
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WisDems: Potential Wisconsin Republican Senate candidate Eric Hovde sponsored Tucker Carlson event, espoused ‘Great Reset’ conspiracy
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from Heartland Signal unveiled that as national Republicans line up behind Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) to run for Senate, he paid at least $8,000 to have Tucker Carlson come to Wisconsin to spout lies about the 2020 election and anti-abortion
U.S. Rep. Moore: Votes to avoid a government shutdown
“We didn’t need to be here. Yet, MAGA House Republicans’ ongoing chaos and incompetence has brought us to the brink of another potential government shutdown. It’s clear they are uninterested in governing. House Republicans reneged on the debt ceiling funding deal reached
Dept. of Public Instruction: School and district accountability report cards for the 2022-23 school year now available
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published school and district accountability report cards for the 2022-23 school year. The DPI publishes school and district report cards annually, as required by Wis. Stat. 115.385. Report cards include data for
School Choice Wisconsin: DPI Report Cards: Choice students more likely to attend highest achieving schools
WEST ALLIS — According to state report cards released today by the Department of Public Instruction, students across Wisconsin’s three largest parental choice programs are more likely than their public school peers to attend a school that exceeds state-established expectations. The Department
Rep. Allen: Releases regular general election audit bill
Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Allen, along with Sen. Tomczyk, released a regular general election audit bill designed to increase trust in the election process through regular, random audits. “We have all been in a situation where you know that
WisDems: Microsoft to expand its investment in Mount Pleasant, spending ‘billions’ to grow in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, Governor Evers announced that Microsoft would expand its development at the former Foxconn site in Mount Pleasant, with another major investment to expand its planned data center at the site—spurring economic growth in the region over
Opportunity Wisconsin: Ahead of Nov. 17th funding deadline, Wisconsinites warn of negative outcomes if SNAP, Social Security administration, other federal programs are cut
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Wisconsinites are speaking out about devastating cuts backed by Wisconsin Republicans including Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden. Republicans continue to embrace spending plans that would force seniors and working families to shoulder
Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul announces legislation to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, joined by state Senator Kelda Roys and state Representative Lisa Subeck, announced new legislation to ensure those convicted of violent offenses related to domestic violence are unable to legally purchase or possess
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Joins MSNBC, discusses Trump, house Republicans & stopping the bombs in Gaza
MADISON, WI – Last night, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined MSNBC’s Mehdi Hassan to discuss former President Trump’s fascist remarks, a laddered continuing resolution, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza after Hamas committed a terrorist attack on Israel.
Gov. Evers: One year in: Gov. Evers highlights expanded Well grant programs aimed at improving clean drinking water access statewide
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today highlighted his Well Compensation and Well Abandonment Grant Programs—programs with enhanced and expanded eligibility beyond the existing state program and funded under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)—to help private well owners receive funding
Sen. Wanggaard: I’m a “no” on the Brewers Stadium – here’s why
I’ll be voting “No” on the Brewers Stadium deal. Taxpayers are paying too much. The Brewers are contributing too little. And that’s just the start of it. I fought to eliminate the Miller Park tax. Like so many of you,
WILL: Files motion to intervene on behalf of WI schools and families to protect education options for all
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed an amicus brief and a motion to intervene in a lawsuit seeking to overturn Wisconsin’s widely popular and successful school choice program. WILL’s motion and amicus was filed on
Dept. of Agriculture: Nitrogen optimization pilot grant application open through January 31
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin farmers and cooperating entities to apply for commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program research grants through January 31, 2024. These grants aim to enhance the understanding
UW–Eau Claire: Dr. Nga-Wing Anjela Wong honored with 2023 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award
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Rep. Shankland: Receives Legislative Excellence Award from Dairy Business Association
MADISON— Today, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point) announced she was presented the Legislative Excellence award from the Dairy Business Association. In a statement announcing the award, Chad Zuleger, Director of Government Affairs for the Dairy Business Association, said the following: