U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs: Milwaukee VA Emergency Department receives Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award for second consecutive year
MILWAUKEE — For the second straight year, the Milwaukee VA’s Emergency Department has been named a Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and
Milwaukee Preservation Alliance: Launches free curriculum to teach students the legacy of the Milwaukee soldiers home
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Preservation Alliance (MPA) has launched a new curriculum for Wisconsin schools, focusing on the rich history of the Milwaukee Soldiers Home. Through engaging lessons, students in grades 7-9 will gain valuable insights into the Soldiers Home’s connections
Wright campaign: Continued lack of transparency over financial mismanagement at Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction; More than a month later – And STILL NO response to Wright campaign request for records about hiring freeze, potential for layoffs
MADISON – More than a month after an Open Records request seeking details about financial mismanagement, Jill Underly’s Department of Public Instruction has yet to return records detailing recent communications about the troubled agency’s hiring freeze and potential layoffs.The Wright for Wisconsin
WisDems: IN HIS OWN WORDS: Brad Schimel wants to enforce Wisconsin’s archaic 1849 abortion ban
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today laid out extreme politician Brad Schimel’s damning record opposing reproductive freedom in Wisconsin, including his call to enforce Wisconsin’s archaic 1849 abortion ban, which doesn’t include exceptions for rape,incest, or health of the mother.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting Feb. 26
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the February meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in public meeting room G09,
Crawford campaign: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Schimel backed leaving Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban on the books
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, extreme politician Brad Schimel has backed leaving Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban on the books and said there is no ‘constitutional right to abortion’ in Wisconsin. Schimel’s record is
WisGOP: Susan Crawford impartial or dangerously liberal?
MADISON, Wis. — In case you missed it, despite the dangerously liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates best efforts to label herself “fair and impartial,” Susan Crawford is eager to work for (F)ae/(F)aer/Per/Pers… Ya, we’re just as confused as you are and these pronouns
Rep. Subeck and Sen. Hesselbein: Praise introduction of “Right to Contraception Act” in Congress
MADISON – This week, a coalition of congressional leaders, including Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin), introduced the federal Right to Contraception Act that would create a statutory right for individuals to obtain and use contraception and for health care providers to provide it. Similar state-level
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Oconomowoc VA Clinic to host open house Feb. 21
OCONOMOWOC, Wis. — The Oconomowoc VA Outpatient Clinic will host an open house from 2:30-4:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 21. The event is open to the public and intended for Veterans, families, and caregivers to learn more about the newly opened Oconomowoc
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeks volunteers with hunting skills to instruct students of all ages
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for individuals to volunteer to help others enjoy safe and ethical hunts. There are fun options to share your hunting expertise, enthusiasm and stories with novices of all ages
Institute for Reforming Government: Poll: Milwaukee parents struggle to navigate a school system in crisis
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced results from a poll of Black and Hispanic parents on the North and South Sides of Milwaukee on Wednesday. The poll uncovered how and why parents choose schools for their
Schimel campaign: Susan Crawford’s radical Soros-backed agenda
WAUKESHA, Wisc. — Susan Crawford recently received $2 million from the George Soros-funded Democratic Party of Wisconsin. It is easy to see why George Soros is all in on Susan Crawford’s bid for the Wisconsin Supreme Court: she brags about working
Marquette University: New Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds public strongly favors some Trump policies, strongly opposes others
Recognizing only two sexes and immigrant orders are most popular, “Gulf of America” naming and Jan. 6 pardons least popular Other highlights: Overall opinion is skeptical on tariffs Majorities doubt Trump will reduce inflation Polarized views by party remain very
One City Schools: New advocacy organization launched to support excellence and equity in education
A new local non-profit advocacy organization looks to increase awareness and public dialogue, advocating for the educational well-being and success of our next generation of learners. One City Advocates, created by the leadership at Dane County’s One City Schools, aims
Underly campaign: ICYMI: Support for Jill Underly for State Superintendent continues to grow
Madison, WI – Today, Jill Underly’s re-election campaign for State Superintendent provided a growing list of statewide organizations, elected officials, and grassroots leaders from all corners of Wisconsin supporting returning her to the Department of Public Instruction. Underly is endorsed
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces legislation to provide clarity on merger process
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to repeal the FTC’s final rule making changes to the Premerger Notification Form under Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR). “When Congress passed the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act,
Wright campaign: Latest finance reports show grassroots schools Superintendent candidate Jeff Wright maintaining cash advantage over struggling incumbent Underly; Underdog Wright fueled by teachers principals & administrators
MADISON-The most recent campaign finance filings show that Sauk Prairie Schools Superintendent, a grassroots candidate to be Superintendent of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, maintained his cash advantage over the incumbent Underly. What’s more, Wright’s $102,000 to $79,000 cash on hand
Dane County Exec Agard: Announces county’s readiness for first significant snowfall of the season
Madison, WI — With a significant snowstorm set to impact the region tomorrow, Dane County Executive Melissa Agard assures residents that county departments are fully prepared to respond. From road maintenance to emergency management, the county is mobilized to keep
Dept. of Justice: Hartford man sentenced to prison for stealing employees’ 401(k) funds
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice announced today that Shone M. Bagley, 54, of Hartford, Wis., has been sentenced to 3 years of initial confinement and 5 years extended supervision for stealing his employees’ 401(k) funds. The court ordered
City Forward Collective: New poll: Milwaukee voters demand urgent reforms to address MPS’ continued shortcomings
City Forward Collective, along with our advocacy partners at CFC Action Fund, are sharing the first portion of findings from our poll of Milwaukee voters regarding K12 education issues. Today’s release includes responses on Milwaukee Public Schools; CFC will release