Marquette University: Provost Kimo Ah Yun to serve as acting president
MILWAUKEE — In the wake of yesterday’s heartbreaking news about President Michael R. Lovell, the Marquette University Board of Trustees elected Provost Kimo Ah Yun to serve as the university’s 25th president in an acting capacity. Acting President Ah Yun’s years of
Anderson campaign: Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215 endorses Jarrod Anderson for state Assembly
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215 has officially endorsed Jarrod Anderson for the Wisconsin State Assembly, District 19. “We proudly endorse Jarrod Anderson for State Assembly,” said Eric Daun, President of Local 215. “Jarrod will be the partner
Ratcliff campaign: Former Fitchburg Mayor Frances Huntley-Cooper endorses Melissa Ratcliff for state Senate
Former Fitchburg Mayor Frances Huntley-Cooper, the first African American elected as a Mayor in Wisconsin and a longtime leader both locally and statewide, is supporting Rep. Melissa Ratcliff for Wisconsin State Senate in the three-person Democratic primary for the open
Cooke campaign: ICYMI: New Democrats Coalition Action Fund endorses Rebecca Cooke for Congress in WI-03
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Last week, the New Democrats Coalition Action Fund announced an endorsement of Rebecca Cooke’s campaign for Congress. The New Democratic Coalition is the largest Democratic caucus in the House of Representatives, including nearly 100 pragmatic Democratic leaders. “I’m thrilled to earn the endorsement
Wisconsin Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Recognizes a legislator of the year
Today, Wisconsin Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (WAND) member Amy Stinson presented state Representative Rob Brooks (R – Saukville) with a WAND 2024 Legislator of the Year Award at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. Representative Brooks was named a 2024
Gov. Evers: To proceed with hiring MPS auditors with support of Board of School Directors, local community leaders
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he will proceed with plans to direct resources to support two additional audits of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) after the MPS School Board of Directors and local community leaders, among others, expressed public
Alexander campaign: WEC rules for Independent Dist. 12 Assembly Candidate, grants ballot access
Milwaukee, WI — The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) held a quickly scheduled hearing Monday morning to consider a nomination paper challenge against Deanna Alexander brought by a powerful Democrat political group aimed at gaining party power in the Wisconsin Assembly.
Racine Recall Committee: Vos wrong—sufficient signatures confirmed to force recall of Robin Vos
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Greater Milwaukee Urban League: President Dr. Michael R. Lovell was not just a GMUL friend but a truly transformational leader
We are all deeply saddened, and our hearts are heavy upon learning about the profound loss of Marquette University President Dr. Michael R. Lovell. His absence will be felt in our organization and in the lives of all those he
WisGOP: Statement on Susan Crawford candidacy
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Susan Crawford’s candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court today, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Spokesperson Matt Fisher: “After spending the weekend accommodating the fringe left with shameful resolutions, the Wisconsin Democrats are
Wisconsin Freemasons: Donate 40 jump bags to support Wisconsin State Patrol’s public safety mission
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WisDems: BREAKING: Eric Hovde skipped out on campaign event in Oconto County to sit beachside at Laguna Beach mansion
MADISON, Wis. — A breaking news report from Politico just revealed that California bank owner Eric Hovde ditched campaigning in Wisconsin this weekend to sit on the beach at his $7 million mansion in Laguna Beach, California. Hovde was supposed to be campaigning in Oconto County, Wisconsin.
Milwaukee Area Technical College: Statement on the passing of Michael Lovell
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Marquette University President Michael Lovell. Mike was a great partner, and a remarkable leader with energy and vision, who shared the same passion for providing quality education to students in
Rep. Stubbs: Speaks at Wear Orange Community Gathering
MADISON, WI – After delivering remarks at Madison’s Wear Orange Community Gathering organized by Public Health Madison Dane County and Dane County Moms Demand Action on June 7, 2024, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “This past Friday,
Wied campaign: Trump-endorsed conservative Tony Wied reacts to WEC unanimously dismissing election complaint
De Pere, WI – Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied released the following statement after the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) unanimously dismissed a complaint lodged against the Wied for Congress campaign by a primary opponent. “Today’s unanimous ruling confirmed what we knew
Rep. Donovan: Proposes plan forward for MPS
Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement regarding the Milwaukee Public School District (MPS) and the need for a clear path forward to bring competency to the district. Rep. Donovan said: Let me begin by stating the inconvenient
WisGOP: WisDems to hostages: Get lost
MADISON, Wis. – You can’t make this stuff up. Less than 48 hours after the rescue of four hostages held captive by Hamas, Wisconsin Democrats willfully dismissed both the victims of October 7th and the plight of the remaining 120 hostages
WisDems: Can’t trust extreme, right-wing Brad Schimel
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford announced her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court, presenting a clear choice between a pro-democracy candidate committed to looking out for Wisconsinites and upholding the rule of law, and Brad Schimel—an extreme, right-wing politician who has
Mayadev campaign: Gov. Doyle endorses Renuka Mayadev for 77th Assembly District
Madison, WI – Today, Governor Jim Doyle announced his endorsement of Renuka Mayadev to represent the 77th Assembly District. “MAGA Republicans are attacking reproductive rights, trying to defund our public schools, and laying siege to the rule of law which is the very foundation
Anderson campaign: Gets on the ballot
(FITCHBURG) – Jimmy Anderson’s nomination signatures for State Senate have been officially approved, having personally collected over 600, well above the number needed to get on the ballot. Anderson released the following statement: “Earning access to the ballot is a