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MADISON – As Wisconsin schools face an ongoing workforce challenge, Gov. Tony Evers’ Administration and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jill Underly are collaborating on a new Teacher Apprenticeship pilot program set to launch in fall 2024. Gov. Evers announced the

MADISON—Yesterday, the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association presented Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point) with the Champion of Electric Cooperatives Award. Upon receiving the award, Rep. Shankland released the following statement: “As a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, I have enjoyed working closely

MADISON, WI –  Representative Shelia Stubbs introduces LRB-0103/2, seeks to create an Office for Equity and Inclusion. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Today, in honor of the first day of Black History Month, I am bringing forth legislation to

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement in support of the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, House-passed legislation that would cut taxes for Wisconsin parents by expanding the Child Tax Credit, support Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. — During a closed-door GOP event last week, California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) admitted that his “main business” is the California bank he owns. Hovde is the owner and CEO of a $2.8 billion California bank based in Orange County, California. Hovde also owns

MADISON, Wis. — In honor of Black History Month, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Vice Chair Felesia Martin and Chair Ben Wikler released the following statements: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Vice Chair Felesia Martin: “Every February, we take pride in commemorating Black History

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2024Contact: Jodie Thistle, DNR Brownfields Outreach & Policy Section ChiefJodie.Thistle@wisconsin.gov or 608-259-6557 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department has awarded brownfield assessment services to the village of Clinton in Rock County

MILWAUKEE – The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Association has announced its 2024 roster of awardees, which includes 11 UWM alumni and partners. The awards ceremony will be at the Pfister Hotel on Friday, Feb. 23. The public is invited, and

February 1, 2024 For more information, contact: WisDOT Office of Public Affairs 608-266-3581, opa.exec@dot.wi.gov Change lanes carefully to avoid collisionsFebruary Law of the Month: Safe Merging The Wisconsin State Patrol encourages motorists to brush up on their driving fundamentals with the

Madison, Wis. – In honor of National Energy Assistance Day on February 1, the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) and the Public Service Commission (PSC or Commission) are sharing a reminder that the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) is available to

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2024Contact: Lt. Jake Bolks, DNR conservation warden supervisorJacob.Bolks@wisconsin.gov or 715-210-0136 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) needs the public’s help in ongoing investigations into the illegal harvests of two cow elk in separate events in

For Immediate Release February 1, 2024Contact: Elizabeth Goodsitt/Jennifer Miller 608-266-1683 In time for the annual peak in norovirus cases and outbreaks, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has launched a new online tool to encourage Wisconsinites to report food or water

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers previously announced that he is seeking applicants for Rusk County District Attorney. The governor announced today he is accepting applications on a rolling basis until the vacancy is filled. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created

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For Immediate Release Contact: Rebecca Werner Rebecca.Werner@wisconsinhistory.org January 31, 2024 MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Historical Foundation, the fundraising arm of the Wisconsin Historical Society, has announced a $10 million gift from philanthropist W. Jerome Frautschi in support of the

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 31, 2024DOC Communications, (608) 240-5060DOCmedia@wisconsin.gov Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) continues to assess modified movement at Waupun Correctional Institution (WCI) and Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) and incrementally increase participation in activities. Beginning today,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement after voting for the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. The bill, which passed in overwhelming bipartisan fashion, extends key research and development provisions from the

“Today I voted no on H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. I see this bill as a missed opportunity to make meaningful tax reforms for both individuals and corporations. While this legislation includes

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