U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces bill to ban private interest funding for state attorney generals
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement following the introduction of his new bill, the Ensuring State Attorney General Accountability Act. This bill would prohibit private interest funding to any attorney general of a state for the purpose of a lawsuit,
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley: Recognizes 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
MILWAUKEE – Today, July 26, 2024, is the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley celebrated this occasion during a proclamation ceremony and community resource fair at Gordon Park with local leaders, advocates,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Emerald ash borer now confirmed
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Burnett County, which means the pest has now been confirmed in all 72 of Wisconsin’s counties. DNR staff responded to a report
Gov. Evers: Grants 153 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1,264
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 153 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,264. “Learning about the lives, jobs, and families of the folks who’ve worked hard to learn and grow from their past mistakes continues to be one of many rewarding parts of
Green Party: Announcing candidate for WI Governor ‘26
Grandmother Ignored and Frustrated, Decides To Run For Governor of WI When: Saturday July 26, 1:00pm Where: Urban Park, 1070 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, (located just south of the Art Museum and
Hovde campaign: New ad sets the record straight on U.S. Sen. Baldwin’s lies
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released an ad calling out Sen. Baldwin’s lies. The ad highlights that Sen. Baldwin has resorted to lies and politics of personal destruction in an attempt to distract voters from her record of failure,
Dept. of Workforce Development: Awards eight school districts equipment grants
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded $206,130.68 in Regional Career and Education Equipment grants to eight school districts in Southeast Wisconsin. The funding will help schools prepare students for quality jobs and address the state’s skilled
Wisconsin Historical Society: Announces Winners of 2024 Board of Curators Awards
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to announce the 2024 winners of the annual Board of Curators Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations across the state for exceptional work aligned with the Society’s mission to connect people
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces bill to rein in private equity in health care
WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues introduced the Health Over Wealth Act, legislation that would require greater transparency for private equity firms and for-profit companies that own health care entities, including hospitals, nursing homes, and mental or behavioral health
Rep. Moore Omokunde: Introducing Vel Phillips Observance Day
MILWAUKEE–State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde (D-17) plans to introduce legislation that will make February 18th, Vel R. Phillips’s birthday, a special observance day in Wisconsin public schools. If passed, this bill would make Vel Phillips the first Black woman to
Shankland campaign: Rebecca Cooke caught lying about her background as a political fundraiser, backs out of debate, and begs for dark money help against Shankland
STEVENS POINT, WI – Wisconsin voters in the 3rd Congressional District yesterday learned a lot about the real Rebecca Cooke. Cooke has fashioned herself as “just a waitress,” a “small business owner,” and a “nonprofit leader,” but it turns out that
Dept. of Natural Resources: Bobcat and fisher application permit deadline is Aug. 1
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and trappers that the deadline to apply for a bobcat or fisher permit is Aug. 1, 2024. The DNR regulates the harvest of bobcat and fisher through a permitting
Gov. Evers: Appoints Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Michael A. Schumacher’s resignation. Hoffer will complete a term ending
Dept. of Natural Resources: Boaters: Share the water and slow down to keep waters safe for all
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters to monitor their speed and control their wake while underway, as it can negatively affect other boaters and aquatic ecosystems and cause shoreline erosion. “Wake responsibility is not
Gov. Evers: Appoints Theresa Beck to the Jefferson County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Theresa Beck to the Jefferson County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge William F. Hue’s resignation. Beck will complete a term ending July
Dept. of Administration: Announces 100 applications and nearly $300 million in funding requests received for the flexible facilities program
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) today announced the receipt of 100 applications for digital connectivity projects through the Flexible Facility Program (FFP), totaling $297 million in funding requests, more than double the amount that Wisconsin was awarded for the program. Applications were submitted by 97 local and tribal governments, representing 57 counties thro… Please log in to access subscriber
A Better Wisconsin: Applauds recent efforts to make voting accessible to all on 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
MADISON, Wis. — 34 years ago today, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), marking one of the first ever federal protections to ensure equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities and what is
Gov. Evers: Appoints Lukas Steiner as Crawford County Circuit Court Judge, seeks applicants for Crawford County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Evers announced today his appointment of Lukas Steiner to the Crawford County Circuit Court. The appointment fills a vacancy created by Judge Lynn M. Rider’s retirement. He will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “With more than a
Wied campaign: Bombshell report reveals Roger Roth is being funded by largest anti-gun group in America
In case you missed it, Conservative news outlet Breitbart reported yesterday that Roger Roth is being extensively funded by Billionaire Democrat Michael Bloomberg and his anti-gun group Everytown for Gun Safety. Everytown for Gun Safety wants to ban assault weapons
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Announces Wisconsin Cherry Board election results
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results. Barry Peterson of Green Bay and Terry Sorenson of Sturgeon Bay began three-year terms on the Wisconsin Cherry