U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Applauds Biden administration’s approval of casino in Beloit
WISCONSIN – Today, the Department of the Interior (DOI) approved the Ho-Chunk Nation’s application for a casino in Beloit. The announcement comes after Senator Baldwin has advocated to three different administrations for the DOI to approve the project, citing the anticipated
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. Feyen says Gov. Evers’ vetoes hurts Wisconsin businesses
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/220513GOPAddress.mp3 It was disappointing to see just weeks ago, Governor Evers broke the record for the most vetoes issued by a governor in a single session; so much for working together. His total is now at 126. Buried in that
Weekly Dem radio address: Sen. Ringhand says Democrats are committed to supporting Wisconsin’s small businesses
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/220513DemAddress.mp3 Hi, I’m Senator Janis Ringhand with this week’s Democratic Radio Address. Wisconsinites are resilient people. When life throws obstacles in our way, we find a way to overcome, we find a way to ‘bounce back’ better. The COVID crisis
Barnes campaign: Ilyse Hogue: Elect Mandela Barnes to save Roe
Today, former NARAL President Ilyse Hogue penned an op-ed calling on Wisconsin to protect Roe v. Wade by supporting Lt. Governor Barnes, the best candidate to unseat Ron Johnson in November. “I’ve been helping elect candidates for two decades, so let me
Public Service Commission: Awards $500,000 in nonprofit access grants for 16 projects
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) today awarded $500,000 in funding from the Nonprofit Access Grant Program. The funds will go to support 16 projects by 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that will provide access to affordable
Marquette University: Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center to host in-person “On the Issues” program looking at the Wisconsin election, May 18
MILWAUKEE — Prof. Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll; John Johnson, research fellow in the school’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education; and Craig Gilbert, former Washington bureau chief for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and current
U.S. Rep. Steil: Speaks at National Police Week press conference to honor Wisconsin law enforcement
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) spoke at a National Police Week Press Conference to honor law enforcement officials’ bravery, sacrifice, and selflessness in the state of Wisconsin and across the United States. Full remarks from the press conference can
WisDOT: Northern Wisconsin lifts Spring Thaw and Class II road restrictions on Monday
Warmer weather has reached northern Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is ending Spring Thaw and Class II road restrictions for 15 counties of Zone 1 in northern Wisconsin on Monday, May 16, 2022 at 12:01 p.m. Class II roads
UW-Stout: Best of design and student artists in residence exhibits recognize creative excellence
Every spring, UW-Stout’s Furlong Gallery in Micheels Hall celebrates the creativity and discipline of students in the School of Art and Design. From April 21 through Saturday, Sept. 10, the gallery will feature the final shows of the 2021-22 academic year: the Best
WisDems: How Rebecca Kleefisch’s advocacy against the ACA could have limited health care during pregnancy in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – After years of finding ways to take away access to health care for pregnant people, Rebecca Kleefisch is trying to strike a new tone and lie that she cares about Wisconsinites’ access to health care. In an interview yesterday, Rebecca Kleefisch
Gov. Evers: Joins WEDC and company officials to announce Milwaukee Tool plans to invest $206 Million, create 1,000 more jobs
State will provide up to $22.5 million in additional performance-based tax credits MENOMONEE FALLS — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes and company officials, today announced that Milwaukee Tool will invest $206 million
Dairy Business Association, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative: Add experienced dairy leader to drive corporate relations
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative today announced the hiring of Julie Basich as director of corporate relations. Basich’s experience includes several leadership roles within agriculture. She most recently served as chief operating
Dept. of Public Instruction: Wisconsin students receive one of nation’s highest honors
MADISON — Four Wisconsin high school seniors have received national recognition for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. The students are among 161 from across the nation named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars today by the
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Joins colleagues to press FDA on baby formula shortage
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined more than 100 House Republicans in sending a letter to the Biden Administration and FDA Commissioner Robert Califf calling on them to immediately address the ongoing baby formula shortage. The move comes after
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins Sen. Daines to introduce WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act
Bipartisan Legislation Honors the Brave Women who Served in World War II as Members of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps WASHINGTON, D.C. – As America celebrates National Nurses Week, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Steve
Michels campaign: Calls for election integrity to be restored
Outsider calls for WEC commissioners to be terminated and grant governor authority to remove election officials who violate the law WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – Today, Wisconsin businessman, veteran, and outsider Tim Michels is unveiling his first Michels’ Blueprint, focusing on Election
WisDems: Ron Johnson says overturning Roe v. Wade might be ‘messy’ but won’t be ‘that big a change’
MADISON, Wis. – A new report has Ron Johnson doubling down on his ridiculous and self-serving comments that overturning Roe v. Wade won’t be “that big a change” and suggesting Wisconsinites can drive to Illinois to access abortion. See more below. The Wisconsin State Journal:
Dept. of Health Services: Announces the Moving Forward Together Grant Program to support health equity efforts in COVID-19 vaccinations
Today, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced the Moving Forward Together Grant Program, a new funding opportunity to support continued efforts to promote health equity in COVID-19 vaccination in Wisconsin. Eligible organizations can apply for awards of up to
Jarchow campaign: Re-launches site to ensure voters know Eric Toney’s record
TheRealEricToney.com highlights troubling record, warns voters of getting “Hageburned” again [Balsam Lake, Wis] – Today, the Jarchow Campaign for Attorney General announced the re-launch of the TheRealEricToney.com website that shines light on Eric Toney’s troubling record of charging small businesses and repeatedly siding