Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Wisconsin Democrats successfully filed for candidacy in every Senate race
WISCONSIN—For the first time in more than two decades, Wisconsin Senate Democrats, led by Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), recruited a candidate in every senate race. The deadline to submit nomination signatures to the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) was yesterday, June 3.
Gov. Evers: Responds to reports of charges being filed relating to 2020 fake elector scheme in Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, who has repeatedly called for every individual involved in Wisconsin’s 2020 fake elector scheme to be held accountable, including here, here, here, and here, today released the following statement in response to media reports indicating charges are being filed against individuals
Baldwin campaign: Tammy Tuesdays: June 4, 2024
Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides. She understands that Wisconsin’s middle-class families
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent statement on Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent resignation
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement regarding the resignation of the Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent. “My goal, and the Department of Public Instruction’s goal, is to make sure all kids have everything they need to succeed.
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Van Orden fights for dairy farmers in 2024 farm bill, continues efforts for dairy business innovation initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) bolstered the American dairy industry in the House Committee on Agriculture’s Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024, commonly known as the ‘Farm Bill’. Representing one of the largest dairy states in the nation,
Evergreen Action: Launches new Michigan and Wisconsin TV ads with governors highlighting local benefits of IRA
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WisDems: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to deliver keynote address at WisDems 2024 State Convention
MADISON, Wis. — Last week, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin announced Illinois Governor JB Pritzker as its keynote speaker at the 2024 WisDems State Convention in Milwaukee. Governor Pritzker will join WisDems’ special guest, Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison to
Rep. O’Connor: Congratulates Campbellsport High School’s Josh Onwunili on winning the WIAA State Championship in both the WIAA 100m and 200m Races
MADISON—Representative Jerry O’Connor (R—Fond du Lac) released the following statement regarding Josh Onwunilli’s successful run to become the fastest high school athlete in the entire State of Wisconsin. “We could not be more pleased with Josh’s performance over the past two weeks.
Santos campaign: Supsends campaign, backs Peter Barca
(Racine, WI)- As my campaign comes to a close, I would like to thank my entire team. Your tireless efforts helped get our message heard and meet so many great people across the district. While we will not be the
U.S. Rep. Steil: Applauds Colonel Heg Post Office naming
WASHINGTON (June 3, 2024) — Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released a statement following the House of Representatives passing bipartisan legislation to designate a U.S. Postal Service facility in Muskego as the “Colonel Hans Christian Heg Post Office.” Steil spoke on
Universities of Wisconsin: Regents announce Academic Staff Excellence Awards for 2024
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School Choice Wisconsin: Welcomes Nathan Schwanz to board of directors
West Allis, WI – School Choice Wisconsin is pleased to announce that Nathan Schwanz has joined its board of directors, Nicholas Kelly, SCW president said today. “Nathan is committed to educational freedom for parents, and he brings to the board
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Expands organizing team
Madison, Wis. – Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) has added staff to bolster electoral organizing efforts for the 2024 election. “The new, non-gerrymandered legislative maps have created the opportunity to elect legislative candidates that will protect and expand reproductive rights in
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Post office bill to honor WI Civil War hero passes in house
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after his bill to rename the U.S. Post Office in Muskego in honor of Colonel Hans Christian Heg passed on the House floor. “Colonel Hans Christian Heg is an American patriot in
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions May 2024
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 2024 organic certification cost share program application period open
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites organic food processors and producers to apply for reimbursement of costs related to organic certification through the USDA’s Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) through October
White House: Readout of White House briefing with midwest business leaders
On Friday, May 31, the White House welcomed small business owners and local business leaders from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin for a dialogue with senior officials on the Biden-Harris Administration’s priorities to grow the U.S. economy, especially in
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions report sound first quarter financial performance
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s 107 state-chartered credit unions continue to exhibit sound financial performance as of March 31, 2024, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). At the end of the first quarter, total assets
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting applications for Sandhill Learn To Hunt Event
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2024. Sandhill’s Learn to Hunt workshops combine classroom instruction
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Makes final pitch to Biden Administration to fund Wisconsin Tech Hub
WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin met privately with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to make a final pitch for Wisconsin to be selected for funding for the state’s Biohealth Tech Hub, potentially unlocking up to $75 million to help grow the