Dept. of Health: Gov. Evers makes historic investments in health care coverage and access
Today, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) highlights critical portions of Gov. Evers’ 2023-2025 DHS budget proposal, which was introduced February 15, 2023. Gov. Evers dubbed it a “breakthrough budget,” leveraging Wisconsin’s unprecedented surplus to make investments in Wisconsin’s
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: Presents 2023 spongy moth treatment plans and schedule for presentations
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has published the 2023 spongy moth (formerly known as gypsy moth) treatment plan, including an online video presentation, interactive maps, and factsheets at smaerialspray.wi.gov. “The spongy moth is
Dept. of Natural Resources: Now hiring state park seasonal staff
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for seasonal staff at Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. These limited-term seasonal positions are responsible for outdoor maintenance, groundskeeping work and customer service for property visitors.
People For the American Way: Endorses Judge Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Washington D.C. – Following Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s recent victory in the primary for the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election, People For the American Way is pleased to announce an endorsement of Judge Protasiewicz in the general election. “Judge Janet Protasiewicz is
Wisconsin Emergency Management: March 6 -10 is Flood Safety Awareness Week in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – As the days warm and become longer, spring also brings plenty of melting snow, rainfall, and ice jams. This can bring flooding to Wisconsin communities. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers: Delivers Radio Address on K-12 education budget priorities
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his K-12 education priorities, shared last month in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message. Hi folks, Governor Tony Evers here, wishing you a happy Public Schools Week! As a former
Dept. of Natural Resources: Keep ice safety a top priority during changing winter weather
MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that as March’s warmer temperatures and spring showers move in, Wisconsin’s winter ice cover on lakes moves out. The lake ice that supported vehicles, fishing shelters and snowmobiles becomes
Dept. of Transportation: Make a safe ride home part of all celebration plans
Wisconsin State Patrol asks all drivers to prioritize safety behind the wheel when celebrating seasonal traditions this month. With March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day approaching, it’s a time for festivities for many in Wisconsin, but those who plan to
Rep. Steffen: Wrong priorities in Gov. Evers’ capital budget
Madison, WI – The release of Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 capital budget recommendations has sparked harsh criticism for its short-sighted spending and lack of long-term solutions—most notably with his refusal to address the closure of Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI). Three
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin food, forestry and agricultural exports set record highs
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin food, forestry and agriculture product exports set a record in 2022, according to U.S. Census trade data. Exports were shipped to 142 countries totaling nearly $4.22 billion, a 7% increase from the previous record in 2021.
UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health: New Osher Center for Integrative Health launches at UW–Madison
MADISON, Wis. ‒ After more than a year of planning and development, the University of Wisconsin Integrative Health program officially opened the Osher Center for Integrative Health at University of Wisconsin‒Madison. The center will be funded through a $5.5 million endowment from
Institute for Reforming Government: Patient-centered healthcare solutions for Wisconsin
Delafield, WI – Today, the Institute for Reforming Government released an unprecedented playbook for common-sense, patient-centered healthcare solutions that demonstrate how to successfully give Wisconsinites access to higher-quality and lower-cost healthcare. This groundbreaking report offers an alternative vision to the left’s model
Wisconsin Conservation Voices: Ho-Chunk members gather to discuss the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s impact on Indian Country
MILWAUKEE, WI – Ho-Chunk tribal members came together tonight for a community dinner to discuss the direct impacts of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election on Native communities. The nonpartisan event is hosted by Wisconsin Native Vote (a program of Wisconsin Conservation Voices),
Dept. of Justice: Baraboo man sentenced to 6 years for methamphetamine trafficking
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Paul R. Ripp, 50, of Baraboo, Wisconsin was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 6 years in prison for possessing more than 50 grams of methamphetamine with the intent
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald, U.S. Sen. Johnson: Introduce SOFA Act to fight opioid epidemic
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald and Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson introduced the Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues (SOFA) Act to combat the opioid epidemic and surge in overdose deaths occurring across the country. Background: Drug overdoses in the United States hit record levels in
Dept. of Workforce Development: Announces $3.8 million in Wisconsin fast forward worker training grants
MADISON – From education to eye care to meat snacks, employers across Wisconsin will use more than $3.8 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward grants from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development to support worker training programs that put people on
MKE 2024 Host Committee: Names Prange chief of staff, senior advisor
Milwaukee, WI – The MKE 2024 Host Committee is naming Alison Prange as the organization’s Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor. Prange, a longtime leader of successful nonprofit organizations nationally and in Wisconsin, will serve as the Host Committee’s top staffer.
Rep. Haywood: Applauds Governor Evers’ capital budget projects for the 16th assembly district
Madison, Wis. – Yesterday, Governor Evers released his recommendations for Wisconsin’s Capital Budget. This budget focuses on building projects around the state. Within the 16th Assembly District, the governor recommended $10.75 million for the Marquette School of Dentistry. In addition, he
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins colleagues to introduce PRO Act to protect workers’ right to organize and make economy work for workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, joined a bipartisan group of colleagues to reintroduce the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act,
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul hosts legislators at Wisconsin state crime laboratories, advocates for investment in crime fighting budget
MADISON, Wis. – As Attorney General Josh Kaul advocates for a 2023-2025 Crime Fighting Budget for the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ), today he hosted the first of three tours for legislators at the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratories (WSCL). The