Lasry campaign: Statement on Starbucks unionization efforts in Dane County
Milwaukee – This morning, Alex Lasry voiced his support for the workers at the three Dane County Starbucks stores that filed for union representation Monday, throwing his support behind local workers fighting to make things better at their workplace. “Since the very
Rep. Vos: Statement on Office of Special Counsel
Contact: Rep. Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding comments made about the Office of Special Counsel. “Media reports and the statement put out by Representative Brandtjen were incorrect. The Office of Special Counsel
Dept. of Health Services: Wisconsin receives USDA approval to provide food benefits in July for children under six not enrolled in school
At the 2022 Hunger and Health Summit in Wisconsin Dells yesterday, the Department of Health Services (DHS) announced that Wisconsin has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service for its plan to send out 2021-2022
Gov. Evers: Announces native shoreline restoration project moving forward at the executive residence
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Executive Residence will be moving forward on a project to restore the property’s natural shoreline along Lake Mendota by planting native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees to provide erosion control, prevent runoff,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Takes action for rural Wisconsinites, responds to drinking water health concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced The Healthy Drinking Water Affordability Act, or The Healthy H2O Act, to provide grants for water testing and treatment technology directly to individuals, non-profits and local governments in rural communities. Water quality improvement systems installed
WI Institute for Law and Liberty: WILL Applauds committee action to suspend burdensome red tape on rentals with pools
The News: The Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR), a legislative committee tasked with reviewing regulatory rules and guidance, suspended a Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) rule that effectively banned pools and hot tubs at
La Follette School of Public Affairs: Catherine Rampell livestream event on May 2 sponsored by the La Follette School
MADISON – Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell, known for her data-driven commentaries on politics and policy, is coming to UW–Madison on May 2 as the La Follette School’s 2022 Public Affairs Journalist in Residence. She will meet with faculty and
Office of the Vice President: Statement from Press Secretary to the Vice President Kirsten Allen
Today, Vice President Harris tested positive for COVID-19 on rapid and PCR tests. She has exhibited no symptoms, will isolate and continue to work from the Vice President’s residence. She has not been a close contact to the President or
WisDems: Tim Michels has no plan to avoid conflict of interest as governor
MADISON, Wis. – Two-time failed candidate and career politician Tim Michels launched his campaign today and told WTMJ’s John Mercure that he hopes his parents’ company will continue to bid for billions in state contracts if he becomes governor. John
Kaiser campaign: Rep. Edming endorses Kaiser in 29th Senate primary
McGrath campaign: Eau Claire City Councilmember Joshua Miller endorses Deb McGrath for Congress
Menomonie, WI—Today, Eau Claire City Councilmember Joshua Miller endorsed Deb McGrath in her campaign for Wisconsin’s third Congressional District. Deb is a former Army Captain, CIA officer, and working mother of three. Councilmember Joshua Miller is an at-large City Councilmember
Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service: Survey to measure attitudes toward diversity and inclusion in Lincoln and Marathon Counties
An upcoming survey seeks feedback from residents of Lincoln and Marathon Counties on their perceptions and attitudes toward diversity, inclusion and community welcomeness. The Lincoln and Marathon County Diversity, Inclusion and Community Welcomeness Study will be released May 3, 2022,
Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee: To expand access to affordable housing on Milwaukee’s near west side
The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) is pleased to announce it is allocating 149 project-based vouchers to housing development projects located within the geographic footprint of Milwaukee’s Near West Side. The vouchers will provide place-based U.S. Department
Association of Wisconsin School Administrators: Names Madison’s Anuradha Ebbe Wisconsin Secondary School Principal of the Year
MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators has named Dr. Anuradha Ebbe as its 2022 Wisconsin Secondary Principal of the Year.. Dr. Ebbe has served as principal of Cherokee Heights Middle School in the Madison Metropolitan School District for the past
WisDems: Which Tim said it?
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, Tim Michels announced he is entering the Republican primary for governor. #TimTime That now makes two radical politicians named Tim running for governor. Tim Michels and Tim Ramthun share more than just a name — both hold
Van Orden campaign: WI-03 named the top race to flip the House
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – The National Journal released their first House Power Rankings highlighting seats most likely to flip in 2022. Wisconsin’s 3rd District was ranked number one as Derrick Van Orden has proven doubters wrong already, nearly ousting
Sen. Jacque: Stall on preserving Potawatomi Tower continues
MADISON… Gov. Evers continued his “stall and blame” strategy for his failure to repair, restore, and preserve the historic 90-year-old Potawatomi State Park Observation Tower, State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere) said today. “The Governor could have greenlit an effective and