Waukesha County: Encourages residents to test for radon gas
(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County health officials encourage homeowners to test for radon gas during National Radon Action Month in January. Radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer (behind cigarette smoking) and thousands of homes in southeast Wisconsin
WisGOP: Hires new communications director
[Madison, WI] — The Republican Party of Wisconsin is pleased to announce Rachel Reisner as the WisGOP’s new Communications Director. Reisner will serve as a WisGOP spokesperson and primary media contact. “The Republican Party of Wisconsin has worked tirelessly to
Dept. of Justice: UPDATE: Officer involved critical incident investigation in Kenosha, Wis.
KENOSHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in Kenosha, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Monday, December 19, 2022. At approximately 8:19 p.m., officers with
ACLU: Criticizes DPI decision that ignores pervasive discrimination in Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District
CHIPPEWA FALLS — The ACLU of Wisconsin criticized the Department of Public Instruction’s decision today that allows the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District (CFAUSD) to continue to ignore the discriminatory environment in its schools. In September, the ACLU of
Public Service Commission: Accepting applications for the Nonprofit Access Grant Program and Lifeline Outreach Grant Program
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) is now accepting applications for two grant programs to improve telecommunications access for Wisconsin residents: the Nonprofit Access Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program. Both grant programs
Sen. Wanggaard, Rep. Duchow: Republicans launch effort to modernize bail laws
Public Service Commission: Accepting applications for the nonprofit access grant program and lifeline outreach grant program
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) is now accepting applications for two grant programs to improve telecommunications access for Wisconsin residents: the Nonprofit Access Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program. Both grant programs
Rep. Stubbs: Sworn into state Assembly
MADISON – On January 3rd, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) was sworn in to the 2023-24 session of the Wisconsin State Assembly by Governor Tony Evers. Following the swearing in, Rep.Stubbs (D-Madison) issued the following statement: “I am thrilled to swear in
Milwaukee Ald. Coggs: Sponsors resolutions aimed at increased collaboration, safety, and public health
As part of the 2023 City budget process, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs sponsored a variety of budget footnotes with the goals of increasing collaboration among City departments, bolstering safety and violence prevention work, and improving public health. This week at various Common Council
Gov. Evers: Signs executive order re-establishing non-statutory committees
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #182 recreating 28 non-statutory committees working to conduct studies and advise the governor on various issues of statewide interest and importance, including the Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion, the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access, the PFAS
Rep. Rozar: Sworn in for second term
Madison, WI – On Tuesday, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) was sworn into her second term in the Wisconsin State Assembly as the Representative for the 69th Assembly District. For the 2023-24 legislative session, Representative Rozar will Chair the Assembly Committee on Family Law.
Jones campaign: Conservative Russ Jones secures ballot access and releases first campaign ad
Slinger – Attorney Russell Jones announced today that he has secured ballot access for the Washington County Circuit Court Branch One election on April 4th. During December, Russ and his campaign received well over 400 nomination signatures, signaling that momentum was clearly
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Designates Agriculture Enterprise Areas in Green Lake, Saint Croix counties, accepting petitions for new designations
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) designated more than 40,000 acres across Green Lake and Saint Croix counties as Agricultural Enterprise Areas (AEA) this year. There are currently 47 AEAs across Wisconsin, totaling
School Choice Wisconsin: Welcomes Amy Loudenbeck as director of policy and government affairs
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (January 4, 2023) – Former State Rep. Amy Loudenbeck will join School Choice Wisconsin (SCW) as Director of Policy and Government Affairs effective January 10, 2023, according to Nicholas Kelly, SCW President. “Amy has a passion to
UW-Madison: Lab-grown retinal eye cells make successful connections, open door for clinical trials to treat blindness
MADISON — Retinal cells grown from stem cells can reach out and connect with neighbors, according to a new study, completing a “handshake” that may show the cells are ready for trials in humans with degenerative eye disorders. Over a
Rep. Krug: Sworn in for new term
MADISON, WI – Representative Krug gave the following statement following the 2023-2024 Wisconsin State Assembly Inauguration Ceremony: “I am honored and inspired by the support I received from the constituents of Wisconsin’s 72nd Assembly District in the November 2022 election.
Rep. Summerfield: Sworn in for fourth term
Madison, WI – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) was sworn in for his fourth term in the State Assembly earlier today. “I am honored to have the opportunity to return to Madison for another term,” Summerfield said. “I’m looking forward to continuing
Rep. Mursau: Sworn into office for another two-year term
Madison … Representative Jeff Mursau (R–Crivitz) was sworn into office for another two-year term in the Wisconsin State Legislature. Rep. Mursau took the oath of office at a ceremony in the Assembly chambers Tuesday afternoon. During the 2023-2025 Legislative Session,
Rep. Edming: Begins new term serving the 87th District
MADISON – Yesterday, Representative James Edming (R-Glen Flora) took the oath of office to serve as the State Representative for the 87th Assembly District in the 106th session of the Wisconsin State Legislature. He was re-elected to his fifth term this past
Rep. Oldenburg: Sworn in for 3rd Assembly term
MADISON – Representative Loren Oldenburg (R-Viroqua) was sworn in as Representative for Wisconsin’s 96th Assembly District on January 3, 2023. Representative Oldenburg was first elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in November of 2018. “I am honored to serve as the Representative