Pro-Life Wisconsin: Denounces AG Kaul’s lawsuit to overturn Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban
(Brookfield, WI) – Yesterday, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul sued in Dane County Circuit Court to overturn Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban, arguing that s.940.04 has been superseded or impliedly repealed by Wisconsin’s post-Roe abortion regulations and is therefore unenforceable. Pro-Life
Kleefisch campaign: ICYMI: Nikki Haley joins Regular Joe to talk about endorsing Rebecca Kleefisch for Governor
[Green Bay, Wis.] — In case you missed it, former U.S. Ambassador and South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley joined candidate for governor Rebecca Kleefisch in studio on the Regular Joe Show on Tuesday morning, talking about how the pandemic highlighted the
Wisconsin Family Action: To Gov. Evers and AG Kaul, Do your job!
Madison, WI – Yesterday, Governor Tony Evers (D) and Attorney General Josh Kaul (D), flanked by Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin personnel, filed a lawsuit in Dane County Circuit Court alleging Wisconsin’s law that criminalizes most abortions is not enforceable. Kaul maintains
Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression: Statement on the murder of Brazil Johnson
MILWAUKEE, WI – The Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression is deeply saddened by the murder of Brazil Johnson. The Milwaukee Alliance stands in full solidarity with Brazil Johnson’s family, friends and those working to get justice for her.
Dept. of Justice: Celebrates implementation of sexual assault kit legislation
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that legislation designed to prevent a future backlog of untested sexual assault kits will go into effect on Friday, July 1, 2022. 2021 Wisconsin Act 116 seeks to ensure that sexual
Legislative Audit Bureau: Announces the release of State of Wisconsin Investment Board
The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) invests assets for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), the State Investment Fund, and four other funds. As of December 31, 2021, SWIB managed $165.7 billion in assets, including $147.2 billion in WRS assets.
National Guard: Wisconsin Air Guard unit marks diamond anniversary
The Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 128th Air Refueling Wing officially turns 75 this month, but its roots reach back to before the Air Force was a separate branch of the U.S. military. The 126th Observation Squadron formed in November 1940
AARP: Awards grants to 5 Wisconsin organizations as part of a nationwide program to make cities more livable
MADISON, WI – Today, AARP Wisconsin announced five organizations throughout the state will receive a combined $62,300 in 2022 Community Challenge grants – part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.4 million awarded among 260 organizations nationwide.
UW Health Kids: Offers safety reminders for families this 4th of July
MADISON, Wis. – Fireworks can make July 4 celebrations spectacular, but they can also lead to burns and serious injuries, especially in children. More than 3,000 children younger than the age of 15 are sent to the emergency room each
Wauwatosa School District: Names Director of Data Quality + Analytics and Principal at Whitman Middle School
Wauwatosa, WI — On Monday, June 27, 2022, the Wauwatosa School District Board of Education approved Superintendent Dr. Demond Means’ recommendation to appoint Ms. Suzanne Thomas as Director of Data Quality and Analytics, and Ms. Sarah Dianich as Principal of
Jarchow campaign: Announces endorsements from across Wisconsin
[Balsam Lake, Wis.] – Today, Attorney General candidate Adam Jarchow announced another slate of state legislators, local elected officials, and law enforcement officers who have endorsed his campaign for Attorney General. Jarchow has previously been endorsed by Congressman Tom Tiffany,
Rep. Coggs: $1 million investment in violence prevention holds promise to be impactful
With recent escalations in violence being a focal point for Milwaukee news and media, I believe it is imperative to highlight the organizations and efforts within our community that work toward addressing and reducing violence. This past week the Greater
WisDems: Tim Michels, an empty podium won’t hide his radical politics
MADISON, Wis. – It does not matter that Tim Michels chose an empty podium over attending the first Republican primary debate last night, because he has made it clear that he is as much of a radical as Rebecca Kleefisch, Kevin Nicholson,
Rep. Allen: Gov. Evers and AG Kaul attack life
Today, Governor Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul filed suit in Dane County Circuit Court to repeal Wisconsin statute 940.04, which protects the life of the preborn. Their court filing argues that “later-enacted laws impliedly repeal earlier-enacted laws.” Rep. Allen
Wauwatosa School District: Board appoints Wauwatosa resident and district parent to Vacant Board seat
Wauwatosa, WI – The Wauwatosa School Board voted to appoint Mrs. Jessica Willis to represent Seat 7 of the School Board during a special meeting on Monday, June 27, 2022. The vacancy was created by the resignation of Mr. Steven
Evers campaign: ICYMI: Gov. Evers and AG Kaul take action, announce challenge to Wisconsin’s 173-year old Abortion Law
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul announced a direct challenge to Wisconsin’s archaic 173-year old law that bans nearly all abortions, even in cases of rape or incest. “We will never stop fighting to ensure every
Rep. Stubbs: Statement on action to challenge archaic Abortion Ban
MADISON, WI- Today, Governor Evers and Attorney General Kaul announced that they will be filing a lawsuit to challenge the 173-year-old law that outlaws abortion in our state. On this action, Representative Stubbs released the following statement: “As elected leaders,
Jarchow campaign: Blasts AG Kaul on lawsuit to overturn Wisconsin law
[Balsam Lake, Wis.] – Today, Attorney General candidate Adam Jarchow blasted Josh Kaul for his willingness to use his official office to play blatant politics with an established Wisconsin law – and in the process, skirt his sworn duties to
Wisconsin Right to Life: Condemns AG Kaul lawsuit against Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban
This afternoon, with representatives from Planned Parenthood in attendance, Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul announced a lawsuit to challenge the enforceability of Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban, state statute 940.04. The challenge calls for clarification, and argues that the pro-life laws
Sen. Agard: Applauds Gov. Evers, AG Kaul challenge to Wisconsin’s 1849 criminal abortion ban
MILWAUKEE – Today, Governor Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul announced a legal challenge to Wisconsin’s 1800s-era Criminal Abortion Ban. The lawsuit argues Wisconsin state statutes contain two sets of criminal laws that directly conflict with each other if both