Wisconsin Environmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative: Availability of grants for diverse environmental advocacy organizations
Today, the Wisconsin Environmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative (EJII) announced Capacity Building Grants to aid Wisconsin advocacy organizations in need of support in raising community awareness on environmental justice issues. EJII will be offering grants ranging from $1,000 – $10,000
Emerge: Launching judicial candidate training program in Wisconsin
Emerge, the nation’s premier organization that recruits and trains Democratic women to run for office, announced today that it is launching a Judicial Candidate Training, a comprehensive program for women seeking to run for judgeships as the organization looks to
Gov. Evers, WEDC: More than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have received main street bounceback grants
Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, today announced more than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have been approved for Main Street Bounceback Grants to fill empty storefronts in all 72 counties
U.S. Rep. Steil: COLA increase won’t cover pain seniors have faced
In the wake of today’s inflation data and a year of record-high inflation fueled by excessive spending, the Social Security Administration announced a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) change of 8.7% today. Congressman Bryan Steil released the following statement: “Retirees on fixed incomes
Johnson campaign: Lt. Gov. Barnes question of the day
In tonight’s debate, how many of your radical policy positions will you try to conceal from Wisconsin voters?
U.S. Attorney: Marathon County woman sentenced to 66 months for methamphetamine distribution
Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Sarah Waggoner, 41, Birnamwood, Wisconsin was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 66 months in federal prison for distributing 50 grams or more of
Barnes campaign: In new ad, Lt. Gov. Barnes slams Sen. Johnson for subverting democracy
Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate released “Insurrection,” a new digital ad calling out Ron Johnson for his involvement with the January 6th insurrection and trying to pass a slate of fake electors to Vice President Mike
Pfaff campaign: Wisconsin veteran calls on Derrick Van Orden to join him in watching Jan. 6 Committee hearing
Today, Town of Bangor Supervisor and U.S. Army veteran Sam Arentz called on radical insurrectionist Derrick Van Orden to join him at the Bangor Laborers’ Local 140 to watch the Jan. 6 Committee hearing. “As a fellow veteran, I’m calling
Wisconsin Latino Conservative Coalition launches
Today, Mario Hererra, Co-Founder and President of the WI Latino Conservative Coalition, is announcing the formation of a new organization focused on educating and expanding the grassroots, conservative Latinos in our state. Mario Hererra said, “The Wisconsin Latino Conservative Coalition
DWD: Innovative partnership working to address nursing shortage
GREEN BAY – As a nurse, Nichole Lauf’s experience and empathy have guided countless patients through their most vulnerable moments. As a co-clinical nursing instructor for Aurora BayCare Medical Center, she is motivated by the opportunity to teach technical skills
WisGOP: Johnson adds to Senate race lead, Michels even with Evers
[Appleton, WI] – The Marquette Law School Poll Wednesday showed Senator Ron Johnson expanding his lead over Mandela Barnes. “The more voters hear about Mandela Barnes’ support for defunding police and reducing our prison population by releasing violent criminals, along
Protect Our Care: Governor Tony Evers headlines “Lower Costs, Better Care” bus tour stop in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, WI — This afternoon, Protect Our Care’s Care Force One arrived in Green Bay to highlight how the Inflation Reduction Act’s measures will lower premiums and prescription drug costs for millions of Americans. The groundbreaking legislation works to
Wisconsin Dairy Alliance, Venture Dairy Cooperative: Proudly endorse Amy Loudenbeck for secretary of state
New Franken, WI – Today, Wisconsin Dairy Alliance and Venture Dairy Cooperative proudly endorsed Amy Loudenbeck for Secretary of State. “Amy has been an incredible leader and voice for agriculture as a State Representative and we look forward to her
DNR: Feed leachate discharge near Fond Du Lac County’s Lomira Creek
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is working with a local dairy farm to respond to a discharge of feed leachate to a tributary of Lomira Creek. The farm, Clover Hill Dairy near Lomira, was able to
Michels campaign: Wisconsin Troopers Association endorses Tim Michels for governor
WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – This week, the Wisconsin Troopers Association announced its endorsement of Tim Michels for Governor of Wisconsin. “We need to recognize and value candidates who prioritize reducing crime and increasing public safety for all who live, work and
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Statement on the Biden administration’s national security strategy
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement on the Biden administration’s National Security Strategy. “Nearly a full year late, the new
Survival Coalition: Supports new report findings that WI underfunds special education
The Survival Coalition of more than 20 statewide disability organizations agrees with a new report from the Education Law Center concluding that “Wisconsin’s low reimbursement rate for special education will leave school districts on the hook for $1.25 billion, forcing them to
DOA: Evers administration visit highlights over $800,000 state investment for Potosi recovery
Potosi, Wis. –Today, Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld and Department of Tourism Secretary-designee Anne Sayers toured Main Street businesses with Village President Mick Whitaker and former president Frank Fiorenza as part of a visit to highlight state investments.
Dept. of Children and Families: Governor’s Council on Domestic Abuse presents Outstanding Achievement in Domestic Abuse Issues awards
MADISON – The Governor’s Council on Domestic Abuse, in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, honored three individuals for their contributions in assisting survivors of domestic violence in a special ceremony held today at the state Capitol.