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State’s Failures On Lead Pipes
Legislature misses chance to take action, state cuts funding that helps protect kids.
Jan 15th, 2017 by Cara Lombardo and Dee J. Hall
Governor Walker Calls Legislature into Special Session and Orders New Actions in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse
“This is a public health crisis, and that’s why I’m calling a special session of the Legislature and directing state agencies to ramp up the state’s response”
Jan 5th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Needs Better Opioid Addiction Treatment
Last year saw 600 opioid related deaths. A more proactive approach needed.
Dec 13th, 2016 by Clarence Johnson
Prices of Lifesaving Drugs Skyrocketing
Investigation finds seven widely prescribed drugs rose by 29% to 5241% in recent years!
Nov 28th, 2016 by Sean Kirkby, Dee J. Hall and Bridgit Bowden
Governor Walker Highlights Success at Northern Wisconsin Economic Development Summit
Announces $10 million investment in rural economic development
Nov 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Northern Wisconsin’s Decline in Children
In last five years, number of children dropped 3.2% statewide, but more than 10% in many northern counties.
Oct 23rd, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Walker’s Lead Poisoned Politics
Lead paint manufacturer gives illegal donation; Walker protects companies from legal action.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Mary Bottari
Poisoned Politics
Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans' lead poisoning agenda should sicken us all.
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Rep. Mark Spreitzer praises same-sex parentage ruling
“While I’m thankful for this decision, I hope we can codify this decision by passing the MFEA, and bring permanent certainty to Wisconsin families.”
Sep 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Action Needed on Lead in Drinking Water
City and DNR officials agree on need, Barrett says current approach just a “band-aid.”
Sep 8th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
City Health Department Hits the Road
Health fair immunizes students, tests department’s ability to handle mass outbreak of virus.
Sep 4th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Did Walker Raid Veteran’s Home Fund?
Cap Times story on nursing home shows funding was diverted while care declined.
Sep 1st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Announces 14,410 FoodShare Members Enter the Workforce
Average hourly wage is $11.99, average hours worked is 32.2
Aug 31st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Recognizes State and County Fraud Prevention Efforts
Nearly 11,000 Medicaid and FoodShare investigations result cost avoidance and overpayments of more than $26 million in 2015
Aug 30th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Dental Clinic Opens Serving Wisconsin Residents with Disabilities
The dental clinic adds to St. Ann Center’s commitment to providing comprehensive health care to the community.
Aug 26th, 2016 by St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care
Governor Walker Appoints Linda Seemeyer to Lead the Department of Health Services
Linda Seemeyer will begin on August 22, 2016.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Study Aims To Improve Health Of Children With Asthma
Seven million children have asthma in the United States.
Aug 2nd, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Will Walker Respond to Lead Crisis?
1 in 20 kids in state tested positive for lead. State standards are too weak.
Jul 21st, 2016 by Chris Walker
Governor Walker Leads State Efforts to Aid Northern Wisconsin Recovery
Governor Walker also requested a Federal Emergency Management Agency Preliminary Damage Assessment as the first important step to requesting federal disaster assistance.
Jul 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Lobbyists, Republican Donors Central to Gov. Walker Closed-Door ‘Listening Sessions’
‘Are Walker’s Agencies Using Citizens’ Personal Government Data to Select Attendees?’ Asks One WI Now
Jul 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Works to Combat Opioid Addiction in Wisconsin, Across the Nation
46 of the nation’s governors sign the Compact to Fight Opioid Addiction
Jul 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Lower Medicaid Spending Is Good, Bad News
Means lower than expected costs, but also shows state below others in enrolling eligible kids.
Jul 6th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Governor Walker Recognizes Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Hospital Project SEARCH Graduates
Project SEARCH is a one-year, transition program providing training and professional skills to disabled students with the end goal of increasing employment opportunities.
Jun 30th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Top 10 Victories Over Walker
10 policy changes Gov. Walker and Republicans failed to pass in the last year.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
How to Fix Medicaid
State officials wrestling with problem of rising costs ignore the obvious solution.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Walker Appoints Tom Engels Interim Secretary of the Department of Health Services
Following the news of DHS Secretary Kitty Rhoades’ passing, Gov.Scott Walker wrote to DHS Deputy Secretary Tom Engels and named him Interim Secretary.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Health Care Evaluation Falls Short
Federal waiver allowed Wisconsin to experiment but evaluation of program won’t answer key questions.
Jun 15th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Medicaid Costs Are “Unsustainable”
Costs on pace to rise 102% in six years, GOP wants cuts, but not before election.
Jun 13th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Commonsense Prevails… For Now
"While we may have won the battle today, we have seen attempts from Governor Walker and legislative Republicans to resurrect their unpopular and ineffective policies despite their initial failure and massive public opposition."
Jun 10th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
A Debate Over Lincoln Hills Problems
Critics of trauma-informed care say it led to problems, others say it wasn’t fully implemented.
May 24th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Trauma-Informed Care Helps Heal Victims
Approach focuses on victims of childhood trauma, which can help in rehabilitating criminals.
May 23rd, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Votes for Bipartisan Emergency Funding to Combat Zika Virus
Yesterday, the first Zika virus case in Wisconsin was confirmed by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
May 19th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Federal Aid Targets Native American Health Gap
Medicaid changes could help address disparities in Wisconsin. Will Walker accept the aid?
May 19th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
State Drags Feet On Lead-Tainted Water
Its program underfunds Milwaukee while pushing for upgrades that residents can't afford.
May 3rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Bacteria Taints State’s Drinking Water
169,00 households served by private wells that tested positive for coliform bacteria.
May 3rd, 2016 by Ron Seely
State Must Take Immediate Action to Address Lead Poisoning of Wisconsin Children
Outdated standards and testing procedures pose public health threat
Apr 28th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
State Computer Systems Have Major Problems
Audit Bureau finds “significant deficiencies.” Result could be loss of federal funds, other problems.
Apr 13th, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Governor Scott Walker Increases Support in the Fight Against Elizabethkingia
Approves nine project positions to assist in search to find the source of the potentially deadly bacteria
Apr 8th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Women in Government Announces 2016 Board of Directors and Leadership Team
Wisconsin Women in Government was founded in 1987 to celebrate and support the talented women who choose a career in government service.
Mar 30th, 2016 by Wisconsin Women in Government
Governor Scott Walker Signs Three Bills Into Law
All three bills focus on building dementia-friendly communities throughout Wisconsin.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs Law Creating New WIC Internship Program for Dieticians
Senate Bill 402 – requires the Department of Health Services to establish a dietetic internship program under the state’s Women, Infants, and Children supplemental food program.
Mar 24th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin A Leader in Strontium Pollution
73 of 100 worst readings in strontium-laced drinking water were in Waukesha, Brookfield, other towns.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Jane Roberts
Governor Scott Walker Announces Wisconsin Office of the Inspector General (OIG) Fights Fraud, Saves Taxpayer Dollars
New report illustrates OIG successes in the first five years
Mar 7th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Investment in Fight Against Opioid and Heroin Epidemic
Opioid abuse and drug overdose deaths in Wisconsin growing at an alarming rate
Mar 1st, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Fight Opioid Addiction from Prevention to Recovery
Opioids contributed to 45 percent of the 843 Wisconsin drug overdose deaths in 2013
Feb 24th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Bill Requires Testing Tap Water for Lead
State has 176,000 lead service lines that can taint water. Flint situation cited.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Emergency Funding Bill to Combat Opioid and Heroin Abuse
Opioids contributed to 45 percent of the 843 Wisconsin drug overdose deaths in 2013
Feb 8th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
State’s Drinking Water Has Lead Dangers
Percent of lead-poisoned children in Wisconsin nearly as high as in Flint.
Feb 1st, 2016 by Silke Schmidt and Dee J. Hall
Governor Scott Walker Signs Family Care Bill into Law at Rock County Courthouse
Wisconsinites deserve access to quality health care options, where they need it and when they need it, Governor Walker said.
Jan 26th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Improving Mental Health Programs: Governor Scott Walker Highlights Initiatives in State of the State Address
“The mental health of the people of Wisconsin is just as important as their physical health.”
Jan 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Working for Wisconsin: Project SEARCH Prepares Youth with Disabilities for Workforce, Career Success
Innovative program expands under Governor Walker's workforce development agenda
Jan 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
New Medicaid Savings Could Benefit Taxpayers
Two factors will reduce state Medicaid costs and give legislators room to improve system.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Wisconsin Lags Behind on Minimum Wage
29 states, including those with GOP majorities, have increased minimum beyond $7.25 federal standard.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Jon Peacock
Crisis of Gun Violence Calls for Action
City is hurting and common sense reforms by legislature could help.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
Governor Scott Walker Signs 10 Bills into Law
Including Assembly Bill 387 which repeals and recreates Chapter 11 of the Wisconsin statutes relating to campaign finance.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Soaring Cost of Gun Violence
Estimated annual cost in Wisconsin is $2.9 billion, or $508 per person.
Dec 6th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Rep. Barnes to Gov. Walker – Help Milwaukee Avoid Hunger Crisis
2,700 Milwaukee residents affected each month by failed service model
Nov 30th, 2015 by Mandela Barnes
Nitrate Pollutes State’s Drinking Water
Chemical is at unsafe levels in estimated 94,000 Wisconsin households.
Nov 17th, 2015 by Kate Golden
Medicaid Claims Majority of New State Spending During 2015-17
New State Budget Also Has Major Implications for Education and Transportation
Nov 12th, 2015 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Governor Scott Walker Signs 49 Bills Into Law
Governor Scott Walker signed 49 bills into law today at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Many Communities Have Unsafe Drinking Water
An estimated 800,000 state residents consume contaminated well water.
Nov 9th, 2015 by Ron Seely
Statement from State Senator Janis Ringhand on the Joint Committee on Finance action today
“Today’s action marks a step in the right direction for the I-90/39 highway project.”
Nov 4th, 2015 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
“The Answer Is No”
Wisconsin still won’t take federal cash to expand Medicaid.
Nov 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Republicans Put Women’s Health and Lives in Jeopardy in Quest to Defund Planned Parenthood
“Again, Republicans are putting politics ahead of people...”
Sep 24th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
The Plague of Lead Paint Poisoning
The problem persists, with more impact on Milwaukee than many cities. Is there a solution?
Sep 10th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Scott Walker Approves Scope Statements Relating to Entitlement Reform
Allows state agencies to begin implementation of drug testing requirement
Sep 8th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Many Killed by Teens Illegally Carrying Guns
Laws make possession illegal, but 6% of MPS teens reported having guns.
Aug 30th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Drug Testing Law In Legal Limbo
Few details available about FoodShare drug testing program.
Aug 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes today.
Jul 27th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Budget Doesn’t Reflect Wisconsin Values
From beginning to end, it is difficult to imagine a budget that less reflects the values of Wisconsinites.
Jul 14th, 2015 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Statement on Changes to Wisconsin’s Well Woman Program
"With the changes DHS is proposing, women in many areas of the state will no longer have those health care professionals nearby providing timely care."
Jun 30th, 2015 by State Rep. Daniel Riemer
Sen. Vinehout: Reps Craig and Jarchow Display “Staggering Ignorance” of Legislative Audit Bureau
“Their bill embeds auditors in the agencies making them ripe for corruption by executive staff and partisan leaders.”
Jun 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Erpenbach Motion in Finance to Support WI Cancer Reporting System
Cancer statistics will help provide insight and treatment options
May 5th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Growth of Poverty Wage Jobs Makes Rejection of BadgerCare Dollars a Fiscal Threat
The number of Wisconsin workers eligible for BadgerCare and who work for large poverty wage employers has increased by 8% over the last year.
May 4th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
State Crackdown on Food Stamp Fraud
12-fold increase in recipients suspended under Walker. Critics assail it as politically motivated.
May 4th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
State Relents on Squeezing Family Planning Clinics
State auditor had demanded millions in repayment from clinics offering birth control, but now backs off.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Kate Golden
County Executive Asks State Leaders to Build on Family Care’s Strength
MCDFC’s most recent quality audit noted measures in the Quality Management Program were 100% met.
Apr 15th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
A Whole New Class of Poor People?
Walker plan to quietly slash Food Stamps for 62,000 people will cost state $58 million to lose $92 million in federal funding.
Mar 17th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Quick-Law Governor
Countless sweeping changes have been proposed almost overnight, with no study, no rationale and no known author.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
State Ending Long-Term Institutional Care for Disabled?
Walker budget continues years-long trend, experts disagree on its impact.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Republicans Target Family Planning Clinics With Audit
Rules they seek to enforce could shut down every clinic offering birth control services in Wisconsin.
Jan 30th, 2015 by Kate Golden
State Spending on Outside Services Soars
Spending on outside contracts was $451 million in 2014, up 56% since 2010, when Gov. Walker took office.
Jan 13th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Walker’s Battle Against Birth Control
State audit that could shut down family planning clinics may be latest of his anti-contraception efforts.
Dec 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
About That $2.2 Billion State Deficit
Walker and Republicans face big shortfalls in health care, roads and schools funding. What will they do?
Nov 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Hundreds of Wells Polluted and Unusable in Southeast Wisconsin
Study traces problem to coal ash disposal by We Energies plants in Milwaukee and Kenosha counties.
Nov 19th, 2014 by Ron Seely
No Treatment For Many Drunken Drivers
Some avoid court-ordered assessment, others receive inadequate treatment, experts say.
Nov 16th, 2014 by Sean Kirkby
Will State Force Family Planning Clinics To Close?
State auditors say they are protecting taxpayers; birth control advocates say state has political agenda.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Kate Golden
