Opportunity Wisconsin: Rep. Bryan Steil voted against funding for Wisconsin infrastructure projects announced by President Biden today
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – As the Biden administration announces $39 million in grants to support local infrastructure projects today, Wisconsinites are reminded that Congressman Bryan Steil voted against the funding that is making these grants possible. President Biden is visiting Wisconsin today to highlight
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins colleagues in demanding the Biden Administration increase agricultural exports
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.), Minority Whip; John Boozman (R-Ark.), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry; Mike Crapo (R-Idaho.), ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee,
Trump campaign: Americans aren’t buying Bidenomics—they can’t afford it
Today, Joe Biden is touting his failed “Bidenomics” policies in Wisconsin—but Americans aren’t buying it. Thanks to Bidenomics, they can’t afford it. Here’s a look at “Bidenomics” by the numbers… Under Biden, Everything Costs More The latest Consumer Price Index
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: GOP bill to limit local farm, animal welfare rules backed by ag interests
Powerful agricultural interests are pushing GOP bills that would limit farm and animal welfare regulations by local governments. The measures, Senate Bill 892 and Assembly Bill 957, would prevent local governments from enacting regulations stricter than state rules that govern farms and commercial
Mayadev campaign: Mayadev for Wisconsin Assembly District 77
MADISON – Renuka Mayadev is an attorney, public policy strategist, public health expert, and mother. She has dedicated her career to advocating for children living in poverty and making our democracy better. Mayadev will be a tireless fighter for the next
Dept. of Natural Resources: Publishes new fishing regulations for the 2024–2025 season
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2024 – 2025 Guide To Wisconsin’s Fishing Regulations is now available online. These regulations, which include changes to walleye/sauger bag limits on inland waters and new registration rules for
AARP WI: Important step towards digital equity is great news for all Wisconsinites
MADISON, WI – AARP Wisconsin State Director Martha Cranley says today’s announcement by the state Public Service Commission that Wisconsin’s Digital Equity Plan was accepted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is welcome news for hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin residents who
Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition of WI: Celebrates Wisconsin’s historic move to integrate Asian American and Hmong American history and contributions into K-12 curriculum
MADISON, WI – The Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Coalition of Wisconsin celebrates a significant milestone in Wisconsin’s educational landscape with the passage of Assembly Bill 232 (AB232)/Senate Bill 240 (SB240). This groundbreaking legislation amends Act 31 to include Asian
Agard campaign: Aaron Gabriel Perry endorses Melissa Agard for County Executive
MADISON – Today, Aaron Gabriel Perry, President & CEO of Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association, announced his endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. Perry is the founder and president of the nationally recognized Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association, whose
AFL-CIO: President Biden committed to building strong communities for Wisconsin’s working families
Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement on President Biden’s March 13, 2024 visit to Wisconsin: “President Joe Biden continues to make Wisconsin a top priority, meeting with and talking to as many Wisconsinites as possible to learn
WisDems: Welcome President Biden to Milwaukee
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of President Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today to announce critical infrastructure funding for Milwaukee, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Infrastructure is supposed to make our communities stronger, not divide them. For too long, core
FSF: Climate-Smart Program empowers farmers to improve, generate added value
LUXEMBURG, Wis. — When Paul Cornette and his brother, Tom, started down the path to farm in a more environmentally sustainable way on their dairy years ago, they soon came to realize there would be no finish line. “We’re always looking
ATC: Reaction to right of first refusal legislation
We are disappointed that the Wisconsin legislature has passed on an opportunity to save Wisconsin electric consumers a billion dollars or more over a few decades. ATC provided unrefuted evidence that Wisconsin ratepayers save money if the Right of First Refusal
Dept. of Workforce Development: January local employment and unemployment data released
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2024. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted
WisDems: President Biden is delivering on infrastructure where Donald Trump failed
MADISON, Wis. — Today, President Biden is visiting Wisconsin to announce a new $3.3 billion grant program to reconnect and rebuild communities across the country, including Milwaukee. It was President Biden who stepped up to deliver an infrastructure decade after Donald Trump
Recall Vos: Campaign advocates for transparency and honesty amidst forging allegations
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Universities of Wisconsin: Dr. James Beeby named new chancellor of UW-La Crosse
MADISON, Wis.—Dr. James Beeby, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Keene State College in New Hampshire, has been named the next Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. He is its 11th leader. The University of Wisconsin System Board of
Testin campaign: Announces reelection campaign for the 24th Senate District
Contact: Christina Nelson, christina@patricktestin.com STEVENS POINT, Wis. – Today, Senator Patrick Testin announced his reelection campaign to represent the new Wisconsin 24th Senate District. Senator Testin was first elected to the state Senate in 2016, and won reelection in 2020.
King campaign: Accepts invitation to debate, will Mayor Johnson show up?
AM 1560 WGLB has schedule a debate on Saturday, March 16 at The Joel and Arvis Kinlow Foundation at 7841 W. Appleton Ave. The event will start at Noon. This debate will be different in that not only will a
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Delivers for law enforcement, public safety leaders in government funding bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, successfully secured resources for Wisconsin law enforcement, first responders, and community crime prevention efforts in the bipartisan Fiscal Year 2024 government funding package that the President