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Rep. Andraca: Honors First Responder of the Year for 23rd Assembly District

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MADISON, WI – Today, October 14, 2025, the Wisconsin State Assembly hosted first responders from State Assembly districts across the state to recognize their selfless dedication to their communities. State Representative Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) presented the First Responder of

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Rep. Jacobson: Recognizes Telecommunicator Kimberly Allard as First Responder of the Year for the 87th Assembly District

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MADISON, WI – This morning, the Wisconsin State Assembly recognized one first responder from each Assembly District as First Responders of the Year. For the 87th Assembly District, State Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) selected Kimberly Allard, who serves as a

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Milwaukee Mayor Johnson: Chooses Benjamin Timm to lead Port Milwaukee

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

Mayor Cavalier Johnson has appointed Benjamin Timm as Milwaukee’s Municipal Port Director. Timm has a notable record managing successful projects during his decades-long tenure at Milwaukee’s Department of City Development. “Benji Timm is a highly respected colleague who has taken

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Rep. DeSanto: District 40 First Responder of the Year: Cody Doucette 

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representative Karen DeSanto (D-40) awarded Portage Assistant Chief of EMS Cody Doucette the First Responder of the Year Award for Wisconsin Assembly District 40.  The First Responder of the Year Award was started in 2019 to recognize the

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DNC War Room: Launches ad campaign in CD-1 and CD-3 as Wisconsin farmers face crisis under Trump’s tariffs

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

The spot targets rural farmers and will run on farmer-focused YouTube and TV channelsToday, the DNC launched a new ad campaign targeting vulnerable Republican Reps. Steil and Van Orden to hold them accountable for going along with Trump’s trade war,

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Rep. Neylon: Presents First Responder of the Year award to Waukesha Deputy Matthew Trumbo

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

Madison – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly recognized Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Matthew Trumbo as the First Responder of the Year for the 15th Assembly District. State Representative Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) presented the award at a ceremony in the State

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Kenosha County Circuit Court

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Kenosha County Circuit Court – Branch 4. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Anthony Milisauskas’ resignation, effective Jan. 6, 2026. The new

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Rep. Allen: Arellano named 82nd Assembly District First Responder of the Year

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

The Wisconsin State Assembly honored First Responders from across the state today in a ceremony at the State Capitol. Waukesha Police Officer Jose Arellano was selected as the 2025 First Responder of the Year for the 82nd Assembly District. Sergeant

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Sen.Cabral-Guevara: Wisconsin State Senate passes bill to require ban on non-educational wireless devices in schools

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

Madison, Wis.—Today, the Wisconsin State Senate passed Senate Bill 29, a measure that requires school boards across the state to adopt policies banning non-educational wireless devices, such as personal cell phones, in schools. State Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing), the

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Olivia Hwang Strategies: Strategic communications veteran Olivia Hwang launches boutique advisory firm to guide leaders through high-stakes moments

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MILWAUKEE, WI — Olivia Hwang, a strategy and communications leader with nearly two decades of experience advising government and private sector institutions, today announced the launch of Olivia Hwang Strategies, a boutique advisory firm built to guide leaders and organizations

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Rep. Stubbs: Honors Madison Police Department Officer Lester Moore as First Responder of the Year for the 78th Assembly District

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

MADISON, WI – Today, members of the Wisconsin State Assembly gathered to honor first responders from across the state of Wisconsin with awards recognizing their public service and sacrifice. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Today, first responders

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Tiffany campaign: Releases statement on Winnebago County Democrat Party hateful rhetoric

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

WAUSAU, WI – Today, Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after the Winnebago County Democrat Party gave a child a bracelet at the Oshkosh Farmers Market that read, “Is he dead yet?” in reference to President

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Rep. Kitchens: Carl Waterstreet named 1st Assembly District First Responder of the Year

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

(Madison) – Door County Sheriff Department Professional Standards Captain, Carl Waterstreet is the 2025 First Responder of the Year for the First Assembly District. On Tuesday, Representative Joel Kitchens presented Waterstreet with the award during a ceremony in the Wisconsin

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Common Cause Wisconsin: What you can do to fight back and reclaim democracy and freedom!

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

There has been one and only one thing that has been and is effective this year in standing up to and stopping the encroaching tyranny and ongoing attempted dismemberment of our state and national democratic norms and sensibilities. That thing

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Fox Cities Chamber: Celebrates National Support Your Local Chamber Day on October 15

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

FOX CITIES, Wis. (October 14, 2025) –  The Fox Cities Chamber is joining chambers across the country to celebrate NationalSupport Your Local Chamber Day on October 15, a day to recognize the vital role chambers play in supporting businesses, building communities,

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Rep. Prado: 9th Assembly District First Responder of the Year: Eliel L. Contreras

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

Madison, Wis.—Today, State Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee) presented Milwaukee Police Officer Eliel L. Contreras with the 2025 First Responder of the Year award during the Assembly floor session. Representative Prado has released the following statement: “Officer Eliel Contreras has demonstrated an

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Greater Green Bay Chamber: Lara Fritts to lead as next president & CEO

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Lara Fritts, CEcD, FM has been named the next President & CEO of the Greater Green Bay Chamber, effective December 1, 2025. The Chamber’s search committee unanimously selected Fritts to lead the organization, marking the end

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Rep. Snodgrass: Recognizes District 52 2025 First Responder of the Year

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

Madison, WI – Tuesday afternoon, the Assembly voted unanimously to establish October 14th, 2025 as First Responders Appreciation Day in Wisconsin. First Responders from each Assembly District across the State were in attendance  at the State Capitol to receive recognition and

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Sen.Cabral-Guevara: State Senate passes “Gail’s Law” to expand access to life-saving breast cancer screenings

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

State Senate Passes “Gail’s Law” to Expand Access to Life-Saving Breast Cancer Screenings Madison, Wis. — Today, the Wisconsin State Senate passed Senate Bill 264, otherwise known as “Gail’s Law,” which will expand access to breast cancer screenings for women with

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The Next 50: Announces endorsement of three battleground state legislative leaders

Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Next 50 today announced endorsements of three proven leaders in battleground state legislatures who are skilled legislators, building Democratic power, and showing what’s possible when we invest in next-generation leadership: Georgia House Minority Whip Sam Park, Wisconsin

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