Dept. of Health and Services: Monitoring increase in Toxic Shock Syndrome cases
Since July 2022, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received five reports of toxic shock syndrome (TSS), with four cases associated with super absorbency tampon use by teenage females. No deaths have been reported. TSS is a serious
Rep. Donovan: Reacts to fallen Milwaukee police officer
Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement after hearing the news that a Milwaukee Police officer was killed early this morning. Rep. Donovan said: “I woke up this morning like so many others to the tragic news of
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley: Endorses Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz today announced the endorsement of Justice Ann Walsh Bradley for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Judge Janet Protasiewicz is an experienced judge, 25-year prosecutor, and I know she will be a fair and
AG Kaul: Wisconsin ICAC task force highlight safer internet day
MADISON, Wis. – On Safer Internet Day 2023, Attorney General Josh Kaul, and the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is raising awareness of internet safety. The Wisconsin ICAC Task Force is a collaboration
Rep. Donovan: Reacts to fallen Milwaukee police officer
Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement after hearing the news that a Milwaukee Police officer was killed early this morning. Rep. Donovan said: “I woke up this morning like so many others to the tragic news of
Rep. Lisa Subeck: Joins bipartisan coalition of legislators introduces legislation to help patients overcome high cost of prescription medications
MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) joined a bipartisan group of legislators to introduce legislation that would ease the burden of prescription drug costs. The bill would ensure that the benefits of copay assistance programs offered by prescription drug
County Executive David Crowley: Statement on fallen Milwaukee police officer
MILWAUKEE, WI – A Milwaukee police officer was shot and killed in the line of duty on Milwaukee’s south side overnight. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley issued the following statement in the wake of the tragic news: “My most heartfelt condolences,
UW Carbone Cancer Center: Conducting breast cancer vaccine clinical trial
MADISON, Wis. – UW Carbone Cancer Center is one of three research institutions in the United States participating in a breast cancer vaccine clinical trial and was the first to administer the vaccine to a participating patient. The trial is
Dept. of Natural Resources: Prepare for wet weather with flood insurance
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed Feb. 6-12, 2023, as Flood Insurance Awareness Week in Wisconsin to recognize our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. Most homeowners
Dept. of Military Affairs: A true civil servant is awarded the 2022 Wortham Award
Though Staff Sgt. Matthew Joski of the 1157th Transportation Company has only been a member of the Wisconsin Army National Guard for six years, he has been selflessly and dutifully serving his community and country since 1989. In recognition of
Sen. Wanggaard: Statement on killing of Milwaukee police officer
“I woke up this morning, and my heart sank for Milwaukee and Wisconsin. I ask that everyone pray for the fallen officer and his family, the Milwaukee police, and the state. The murder of this officer, who was doing his
Sens. Hesselbein and Carpenter, Reps. Hong and Clancy: Committee warns Republican-backed audit could exacerbate delays in license processing and jeopardize licensing modernization efforts, call for audit co-chairs to prepare mitigation plan before audit approval
MADISON — Members of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee today in a letter to committee co-chairs Sen. Eric Wimberger and Rep. Robert Wittke warned a Republican-backed licensing audit could divert limited available resources away from license and credential processing, cause delays in
Sen. Bradley: Statement on Milwaukee police officer killed in line of duty
FRANKLIN, WI — Senator Julian Bradley released the following statement regarding the Milwaukee Police Officer killed in the line of duty. “This morning our community mourns a tragic loss. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and fellow officers. The
Protasiewicz campaign: Judge Janet Protasiewicz releases additional television ads, teaches Wisconsinites how to pronounce her name
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two ads today, part of a statewide media buy totaling more than $1 million ahead of the February primary. Both ads highlight Judge Janet’s belief in fairness, protecting
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Secretary-designee Dan Hereth announces new service to help physicians, physician assistants, and others manage continuing education requirements
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Secretary-designee Dan Hereth today announced a new partnership with CE Broker to offer a cloud-based continuing education management platform to Wisconsin credential holders. Wisconsin joins states including Texas, Wyoming, and New Mexico
Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding meeting with Lac du Flambeau tribal leadership
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding his meeting with leaders of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The governor met with President John Johnson and the Tribal Council on the Lac du Flambeau Reservation this weekend regarding an ongoing, private dispute over right-of-ways on land that is part of the Lac du Flambeau Reservation. Gov. Evers released the following statement: “I
Protect Our Care: U.S. Sen. Wyden celebrates health care victories ahead of the State of the Union address
Washington DC — Today, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-OR) joined patient advocates and Protect Our Care for a virtual press conference to discuss how Democrats have delivered the most important health care improvements since the passage of the
Sen. Testin: Hooked on fishing
Madison – Fishing is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages and a passion that many pursue throughout their lives. Today, State Representative Ron Tusler (Harrison) and Senator Patrick Testin (Stevens Point) circulated a proposal to create a lifetime fishing license
Protasiewicz campaign: Releases additional television ads, teaches Wisconsinites how to pronounce her name
CONTACT: press@janetforjustice.com MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two ads today, part of a statewide media buy totaling more than $1 million ahead of the February primary. Both ads highlight Judge Janet’s belief in