U.S. Rep. Grothman: Statement on Fauci’s retirement

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) issued the following statement after the announcement of White House Chief Medical Advisor Anthony Fauci’s retirement: “I, like many Americans, am relieved to see Dr. Anthony Fauci step down from his role in

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WisGOP: Barnes supports Biden’s plan to cancel student debt

While battleground Democrats across the nation are critical of President Biden’s plan to cancel up to $20,000 in student debt, Lieutenant Governor Barnes is in full support. His campaign recently stated that Biden’s plan will “help Wisconsinites” – two-thirds of whom do not have college degrees.

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Discusses student loan relief on Peacock

MADISON, WI – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined Mehdi Hasan on Peacock this evening to discuss President Biden’s student loan relief executive order. The order forgives federal student loans up to $10,000 for earners making less than $125,000 annually, and up

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Racine Police Department: Shooting

On Friday, August 26, 2022 at approximately 0231 hours officers responded to the 1900 block of Prospect St in reference to several shots being fired. There were five victims (4 males and 1 female) with gunshot wounds, three of which

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FRI News Summary: State officials respond to student debt cancellation; Wisconsin Policy Forum reports public sector employment at 20-year low

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Statement on Fauci’s retirement

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) issued the following statement after the announcement of White House Chief Medical Advisor Anthony Fauci’s retirement: “I, like many Americans, am relieved to see Dr. Anthony Fauci step down from his role in our government. “After a number highly questionable health recommendations to

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Toney campaign: Statement on Milwaukee officer struck by gunfire today

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, a Milwaukee police officer was struck and wounded in the leg by gunfire which appears to be the result of a discharge from a deceased suspect’s firearm. Eric Toney, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, released the following statement: “Law enforcement

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USDA: Celebrates Lakeland University residence hall rededication

PLYMOUTH, Wis., August 26, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa attended Thursday evening a rededication ceremony at Lakeland University to celebrate the unveiling of two new residence halls. “We are excited to celebrate this expansion at Lakeland’s main campus,” Lassa said. “This

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DATCP: Taylor County deer farm depopulated after CWD detection

MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a Taylor County deer farm that tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been depopulated. Of the 238 animals tested as a result of the depopulation, 61 were positive for the disease. In 2021, a

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WisGOP: Barnes supports Biden’s plan to cancel student debt

While battleground Democrats across the nation are critical of President Biden’s plan to cancel up to $20,000 in student debt, Lieutenant Governor Barnes is in full support. His campaign recently stated that Biden’s plan will “help Wisconsinites” – two-thirds of whom do not have college degrees. Barnes is a proponent for transferring $20,000 of debt from

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Discusses student loan relief on Peacock

MADISON, WI – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined Mehdi Hasan on Peacock this evening to discuss President Biden’s student loan relief executive order. The order forgives federal student loans up to $10,000 for earners making less than $125,000 annually, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. Click here to watch

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Racine Police Department: Shooting

On Friday, August 26, 2022 at approximately 0231 hours officers responded to the 1900 block of Prospect St in reference to several shots being fired. There were five victims (4 males and 1 female) with gunshot wounds, three of which have been transported to Milwaukee. Their status is unknown at

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