Wisconsin Young Republicans: Endorse Eric Hovde for U.S. Senate
WAUKESHA, WI – The Wisconsin Young Republicans (WIYR), the official young professional auxiliary of the Republican Party, proudly announce their endorsement of Eric Hovde for the United States Senate. This move mirrors the overwhelming endorsement by party delegates at the Republican
Dept. of Natural Resources: Know what to do if you encounter baby wild animals this holiday weekend
MADISON, Wis. – As you head out to find your adventure this holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds you to help keep wildlife wild by staying a safe distance from young wild animals. It’s essential to observe
Dept. of Transportation: The annual Click It or Ticket campaign is back, reminding drivers to buckle up
Law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin, including the Wisconsin State Patrol, are stepping up patrols for the annual Click It or Ticket seatbelt enforcement campaign. The campaign coincides with the Memorial Day holiday weekend, which is the first long holiday weekend
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Delivers $8.6 million to clean up contaminated properties across Wisconsin, spur economic revitalization
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that five Wisconsin communities are receiving over $8.6 million from the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to assess and clean up contaminated properties and turn them into community assets that attract good-paying
Gov. Evers, WEDC: Request the release of $10 million designed to promote Wisconsin as a premiere host for large-scale events
MADISON — As Gov. Evers is doing a statewide tour highlighting National Travel and Tourism Week and Wisconsin’s tourism jobs and economy, the governor and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) today requested the release of $10 million in already-approved funding for the Opportunity Attraction and Promotion Fund aimed at
Human Rights Campaign: Launches multi-million dollar battleground effort in crucial swing state of Wisconsin
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ advocacy group, is launching its 2024 voter education and engagement campaign “We Show Up: Equality Wins” to reach 75 million identified Equality Voters nationwide, including one million in Wisconsin. This
WisDems: New reporting highlights Eric Hovde’s “history of invoking antisemitic slurs”
MADISON, Wis. — Over the weekend, Haaretz, one of Israel’s leading newspapers, revealed Eric Hovde’s history of using antisemitic slurs and spreading antisemitic conspiracies. This report comes as Hovde has been facing increasing scrutiny for insulting Wisconsinites, including nursing home residents, single parents, people struggling
End Abuse: Announces unwavering support following press conference calling for state task force on missing and murdered Black women and girls
Madison – May 20, 2024 – Following the May 16 press conference in which state lawmakers, advocates, and victims’ family members called again for the creation of a task force on missing and murdered African American women and girls in Wisconsin, End Domestic
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers proclaims 529 College Savings Plan Day
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed May 29, 2024, as 529 College Savings Plan Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation aligns with National 529 Day and encourages students and families to learn how saving with a 529 college
Rep. Myers: Responds to Bice article regarding outside employment
MADISON– Rep. LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), in response to a recent Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel article questioning her resignation from the Wauwatosa School District, released the following statement: “I am intrigued that my resignation from a previous employer has garnered so much interest
PSC: Awards Wisconsin Refueling Readiness Program grants
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today the award of $150,000 in Wisconsin Refueling Readiness (WRR) Program grants to support ongoing planning activities that strengthen energy security and disaster preparedness in the state. Since 2015, the PSC
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of City Of Janesville Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Janesville is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacement of lead service
Ferguson campaign: Announces candidacy for 4th District School Board Director at Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee, WI – May 20, 2024 – On a deeply sentimental day, the 10th anniversary of his father’s passing, James M. Ferguson, II, a proud product of Milwaukee Public Schools and a dedicated advocate for education, is thrilled to announce
Butler campaign: Announces candidacy for Wisconsin’s 93rd Assembly District
Fall Creek, WI – Fall Creek resident and internationally renowned writer, Nickolas Butler, announced on May 20, 2024 his candidacy for the 93rd Assembly District of Wisconsin as a Democrat. Butler, 44, grew up in Eau Claire attending public schools,
Wisconsin People’s Party: Calls for the resignation of Justices Alito and Thomas and an investigation
OSHKOSH, Wis. – May 18, 2024 The Wisconsin People’s Party calls for the immediate resignations of Justices Alito and Thomas from SCOTUS because of their failure to recuse themselves from cases involving the January 6th coup attempt, even though they have reasonable
Wied campaign: U.S. Rep. Donalds endorses Trump-endorsed candidate Tony Wied for WI-08
De Pere, WI – Tony Wied today announced the endorsement of key Trump ally Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), who delivered the keynote address at today’s Wisconsin Republican State Convention. Wied had this to say on Donald’s powerful endorsement: “It is an honor to
WisDems: Slam extreme MAGA agenda during Republican Party of Wisconsin Convention
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin elected officials, leaders, and community advocates held a press call to slam Republicans in Wisconsin for their attacks on democracy and reproductive freedom and highlight the stakes of the November election. For the past decade, Wisconsin Republicans have tried
WisDems: Outside the WisGOP Convention: Mobile billboard directing to EricHovdeDoesn’tLikeYou.com
MADISON, Wis. — If you’re at the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, look outside to see the WisDems mobile billboard highlighting all the ways Eric Hovde has said in his own words that he doesn’t like working
Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Endorses Gwen Moore for Wisconsin’s 4th Congressional District
Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Gwen Moore in Wisconsin Congressional District 4: “Working families are lucky to have a fearless pro-worker, pro-union champion in Congresswoman Gwen Moore. We
Rep. O’Connor: On the WIAA’s decision to allow Campbellsport High School’s Josh Onwunili to compete
MADISON – Representative Jerry O’Connor (R- Fond du Lac) released the following statement on the WIAA’s decision to allow Campbellsport High School’s Josh Onwunili to compete in varsity track events: “Will WIAA let Josh Onwunilli Run in State track meets? Our office wants