Jeff Smith: Republicans leaving hospitals in the lurch
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024
I’ve heard outrageous claims that the Joint Finance Committee cannot release funding because of the governor’s vetoes. That’s flat-out false.
I’ve heard outrageous claims that the Joint Finance Committee cannot release funding because of the governor’s vetoes. That’s flat-out false.
Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.
Apart from party leaders at all three conventions, only a handful of rank-and-file delegates to the two earlier conventions have been chosen this time.
Criminal case against Wisconsin Trump supporters is a brazen abuse of ‘justice’ system
It has been widely reported that Trump’s conviction of 34 felonies was—well, iffy. But why? Here’s what happened and why the case should have been tossed.
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Tourism in Wisconsin had a record-high $25 billion economic impact last year, marking a 5.4% increase over the previous year’s record of $23.7 billion. State officials yesterday announced tourism industry data for 2023, showing Wisconsin had 113 million visits last
Madison, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking nominations for the 41st annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award, recognizing the contribution and achievements of women in the Wisconsin state government. This recognition is sponsored by Wisconsin Women in
TOP STORIES Former Trump attorney Troupis suspended from state judicial ethics panel … after he was charged with a felony for his role in a 2020 fake electors scheme. … Wisconsin Supreme Court [Bradley not participating], in its order, notified
From Thursday, June 13th, 2024 – Saturday, June 15, 2024, First Lady Jill Biden will travel to Wisconsin, Minnesota, California, Nevada, and Arizona. Thursday, June 13, 2024 At 1:00 PM, First Lady Jill Biden will arrive at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport
MADISON, Wis. — Appearing yesterday on right-wing talk radio, Brad Schimel attempted to rewrite his dismal record getting justice for survivors of sexual assault, brushing off the thousands of rape kits he let go untested as he sought a “bargain price” on
(MILWAUKEE, WI)––Professional workers at Family Values @ Work (FV@W) have filed for union election with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Professionals at FV@W, who act as lead workers, unanimously signed cards with Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU)
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed File #24-426, legislation adding 27 new positions to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) to expand services focusing on youth-to-adult transition, options counseling, veterans’ benefits specialists,
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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Long Lake Dike repairs project in Sauk County. Incidental take refers to
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) announced his endorsement of Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third District. Ruiz, an emergency room physician and widely respected public servant, cited Cooke’s action-oriented approach and focus on solving problems
The Project 72 WI PAC said its $500,000 digital buy will run through early July on social media and streaming services statewide. Meanwhile, a Better Wisconsin Together said its 15- and 30-second ads will run across digital platforms as part of a high six-figure initial buy.
MADISON, Wis. – Researchers affiliated with UW-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs and Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies helped author the 2024 State of Carbon Dioxide Removal report that finds that around 7–9 billion tonnes of CO2 per year will need to be removed
After successfully overturning Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban, Dr. Lyerly is running for Congress in WI-08 to protect fundamental freedoms for all Americans (De Pere, WI) ― Dr. Kristin Lyerly, a practicing OB-GYN physician running for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, released
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced the publication of the 2024 Rustic Roads Guide. The latest edition features two new roads and the work of talented local photographers from around the
I’ve heard outrageous claims that the Joint Finance Committee cannot release funding because of the governor’s vetoes. That’s flat-out false.
Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.
Apart from party leaders at all three conventions, only a handful of rank-and-file delegates to the two earlier conventions have been chosen this time.
Criminal case against Wisconsin Trump supporters is a brazen abuse of ‘justice’ system
It has been widely reported that Trump’s conviction of 34 felonies was—well, iffy. But why? Here’s what happened and why the case should have been tossed.
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Tourism in Wisconsin had a record-high $25 billion economic impact last year, marking a 5.4% increase over the previous year’s record of $23.7 billion. State officials yesterday announced tourism industry data for 2023, showing Wisconsin had 113 million visits last year. That’s 2 million more than in 2022, and includes
Madison, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking nominations for the 41st annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award, recognizing the contribution and achievements of women in the Wisconsin state government. This recognition is sponsored by Wisconsin Women in Government. “The Virginia Hart Award has always emphasized celebrating women
TOP STORIES Former Trump attorney Troupis suspended from state judicial ethics panel … after he was charged with a felony for his role in a 2020 fake electors scheme. … Wisconsin Supreme Court [Bradley not participating], in its order, notified Troupis and the judicial advisory committee that he was “temporarily
From Thursday, June 13th, 2024 – Saturday, June 15, 2024, First Lady Jill Biden will travel to Wisconsin, Minnesota, California, Nevada, and Arizona. Thursday, June 13, 2024 At 1:00 PM, First Lady Jill Biden will arrive at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This arrival will be open press.
MADISON, Wis. — Appearing yesterday on right-wing talk radio, Brad Schimel attempted to rewrite his dismal record getting justice for survivors of sexual assault, brushing off the thousands of rape kits he let go untested as he sought a “bargain price” on justice for victims. Schimel admitted that clearing the rape kit
(MILWAUKEE, WI)––Professional workers at Family Values @ Work (FV@W) have filed for union election with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Professionals at FV@W, who act as lead workers, unanimously signed cards with Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 39, signaling their intention to form a union. FV@W
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed File #24-426, legislation adding 27 new positions to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) to expand services focusing on youth-to-adult transition, options counseling, veterans’ benefits specialists, and community outreach. The ADRC serves a critical role in
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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Long Lake Dike repairs project in Sauk County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) announced his endorsement of Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third District. Ruiz, an emergency room physician and widely respected public servant, cited Cooke’s action-oriented approach and focus on solving problems in declaring his support. “I’ve known Rebecca Cooke for over
The Project 72 WI PAC said its $500,000 digital buy will run through early July on social media and streaming services statewide. Meanwhile, a Better Wisconsin Together said its 15- and 30-second ads will run across digital platforms as part of a high six-figure initial buy.
MADISON, Wis. – Researchers affiliated with UW-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs and Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies helped author the 2024 State of Carbon Dioxide Removal report that finds that around 7–9 billion tonnes of CO2 per year will need to be removed by mid-century from the atmosphere if the world is to
After successfully overturning Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban, Dr. Lyerly is running for Congress in WI-08 to protect fundamental freedoms for all Americans (De Pere, WI) ― Dr. Kristin Lyerly, a practicing OB-GYN physician running for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, released a powerful launch video (link here) today showcasing her record in
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced the publication of the 2024 Rustic Roads Guide. The latest edition features two new roads and the work of talented local photographers from around the state, including the cover image of the Aurora Borealis over