Wisconsin Farmers Union: Releases meat processing report

Member-led effort includes resources, stakeholder viewpoints on Wisconsin meat processing shortage, potential solutions CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI — As you gather around the table for holiday dinner, will you know where the meat on your table came from? A new report investigates

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Dave Zweifel: It’s time for banks to ease up on oppressive overdraft fees

Outlandish fees for an overdrawn check — $38, for instance, for being a dollar overdrawn — helped spawn the formation of Barack Obama’s Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, which initially helped tens of thousands of consumers deal with banks, credit card companies and payday loan sharks. The bureau was making progress until the Donald Trump administration happened on the scene.

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Releases meat processing report

Member-led effort includes resources, stakeholder viewpoints on Wisconsin meat processing shortage, potential solutions CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI — As you gather around the table for holiday dinner, will you know where the meat on your table came from? A new report investigates the effects consolidation in the meat processing industry has had

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Barnes campaign: Discusses the importance of expanding Senate majority to deliver voting rights & accountability

Last week, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, joined The Last Word to discuss the importance of expanding voting rights, safeguarding our elections, and building a democracy that is accountable to working people. Mandela recently released an accountability agenda that would: Stop big corporations and special interests from

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Katzenmeyer campaign: Receives endorsement from progressive organizations

WEST ALLIS, WI —  Jessica Katzenmeyer (D), who is running for the U.S. House of Representatives in Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District, is excited to announce that her campaign has been endorsed by two national progressive groups. Katzenmeyer joins the company of progressive leaders such as Wisconsin’s Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep.

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Rep. Hebl: Statement on Wisconsin Assembly Democratic leadership changes

(MADISON) – The Assembly Democratic Caucus elected Greta Neubauer (Racine) and Kalan Haywood (Milwaukee) as its new Leader and Assistant Leader, respectively. They will replace Gordon Hintz (Oshkosh) and Dianne Hesselbein (Middleton), who are stepping down from leadership as they ponder the next steps in their careers. Representative Gary Hebl (Sun

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeks public comment for environmental review of the City of Whitehall Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Whitehall is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of watermain and sanitary sewer lines on Hobson Street from

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Washington County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Washington County Circuit Court–Branch 3. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Todd K. Marten’s resignation, effective March 3, 2022. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2023. To apply, please email

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Gov. Evers: Announces $18 million to help Wisconsin families pay water bills

Rent and utility assistance programs still available for households in need  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced $18 million in funding is available through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) to provide water utility assistance to Wisconsin families. The program was authorized as part of an emergency effort to

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Dave Zweifel: It’s time for banks to ease up on oppressive overdraft fees

Outlandish fees for an overdrawn check — $38, for instance, for being a dollar overdrawn — helped spawn the formation of Barack Obama’s Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, which initially helped tens of thousands of consumers deal with banks, credit card companies and payday loan sharks. The bureau was making progress until the Donald Trump administration happened on the scene.

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