Plouff, Berg square off in 92nd AD Dem primary

Former state Rep. Joe Plouff, who served four terms from 1997 to 2005 and also spent time on the Menomonie City Council, is trying for a comeback. But first he’ll have to beat Caden Berg of Chippewa Falls, a manager and bartender at a local theater chain who served a term on the Chippewa County Board of Supervisors. 

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for July 26

On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon and CBS 58 reporter A.J. Bayatpour discuss Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to West Allis and the shakeup in the presidential race, Democrats’ split on Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress, and more.

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FRI PM Update: Reports show nearly $260k in independent expenditures in legislative primaries since June 1, early investment in 8th SD general

Subscribers: We are sending this PM Update today instead of the usual REPORT, which will return next week. Thank you for subscribing! From WisPolitics … — Groups have started investing in legislative races ahead of the Aug. 13 primaries, spending $259,324 between June 1 and today, according to independent expenditures

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Plouff, Berg square off in 92nd AD Dem primary

Former state Rep. Joe Plouff, who served four terms from 1997 to 2005 and also spent time on the Menomonie City Council, is trying for a comeback. But first he’ll have to beat Caden Berg of Chippewa Falls, a manager and bartender at a local theater chain who served a term on the Chippewa County Board of Supervisors. 

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces bill to ban private interest funding for state attorney generals

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement following the introduction of his new bill, the Ensuring State Attorney General Accountability Act. This bill would prohibit private interest funding to any attorney general of a state for the purpose of a lawsuit, investigation, or renumeration of personnel. “Private money directly funding official

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for July 26

On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon and CBS 58 reporter A.J. Bayatpour discuss Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to West Allis and the shakeup in the presidential race, Democrats’ split on Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress, and more.

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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley: Recognizes 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

MILWAUKEE – Today, July 26, 2024, is the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley celebrated this occasion during a proclamation ceremony and community resource fair at Gordon Park with local leaders, advocates, and residents, in recognizing the landmark legislation’s impact in providing

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Emerald ash borer now confirmed

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Burnett County, which means the pest has now been confirmed in all 72 of Wisconsin’s counties. DNR staff responded to a report of EAB at a private residence in the town of

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Gov. Evers: Grants 153 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1,264

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 153 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,264. “Learning about the lives, jobs, and families of the folks who’ve worked hard to learn and grow from their past mistakes continues to be one of many rewarding parts of my job as governor,” said Gov. Evers. “I am glad we have

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Green Party: Announcing candidate for WI Governor ‘26

Grandmother Ignored and Frustrated, Decides To Run For Governor of WI When:  Saturday July 26, 1:00pm Where:  Urban Park, 1070 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, (located just south of the                   Art Museum and behind Summerfest). Disheartened and angry  after 18 months of constant

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