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Senator Baldwin Leads Senate Resolution to Remember the 10th Anniversary of Shooting at the Sikh Temple in Oak Creek

Milwaukee’s Racial Disparity in Homeownership Growing

Report finds gap worse than in 10 peer cities and has worsened since Great Recession.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Pass Legislation to Secure Right to Contraceptive Care

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Secures Key Investments and Vital Resources for Milwaukee in House-passed FY 2023 Omnibus Funding Package

Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted to pass H.R. 8294, a six-bill appropriations minibus. This package includes the following six appropriations bills: Transportation-HUD; Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA; Energy and Water Development; Financial Services and General Government; Interior-Environment; and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs.

Why Steil Supported Same Sex Marriage

Rep. Bryan Steil is only Republican in state to support House bill, as his party swings ever further right.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Enshrine Marriage Equality in Federal Law

Today, Congresswoman Moore voted for the Respect for Marriage Act, which enshrines marriage equality in law for same-sex couples and interracial couples guaranteed by Loving v. Virginia and Obergefell v. Hodges and repeals the Defense of Marriage Act. In response, she released the following statement:

County Must Decide On North-South BRT

Project could be transformative, but $148 million price tag nearly twice that of East-West BRT.

Biden’s Infrastructure Czar Visits City, Touts Lead Lateral Funding

City has replaced 524 laterals this year, but Biden administration says that will greatly increase with federal funding.

What’s That Big, New Tower at The Port?

Largest port investment in 60 years is beginning to materialize. See it from the Hoan Bridge.

Evers Offers Clemency For Doctors Prosecuted for Providing Abortions

Governor made commitment during keynote speech of the state Democratic Party Convention.

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Advances Legislation to Increase Access to Federal Credit Unions in Underserved Communities

House Districts’ Maps Protect Incumbents

State's 8 congressional districts typically won by incumbents, resulting in long tenure.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Backs Legislation that Would Create Tool for Federal, State, Local Courts to Use to Help Prevent Gun Violence

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Protect Great Lakes and Support Milwaukee Project to Prevent Sewer Overflows

Today, Congresswoman Moore voted to pass the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA), which supports Army Corps of Engineers’ projects that address flood damage reduction, promote ecosystem restoration, support climate resiliency, and address water resource needs in underserved communities. These projects benefit communities across the country, including in Milwaukee.

Grothman, Gallagher Face No Opponents

Only Wisconsin congressional districts without a Democrat on the ballot.

Gwen Moore Bill Adds Doulas, Midwives to Medicaid

Mamas First Act would require state Medicaid programs to cover doula, midwife services.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Fight Gas Price Gouging

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes For Measures to Help Secure Access to Baby Formula For Families

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Supports Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2022

Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2022, a crucial workforce development bill that will expand job training and career services for American workers. In response, she released the following statement:

Gwen Moore Discusses Her Abortion

One of few woman in Congress to talk frankly about the days before Roe, an era that may soon return.

City’s Housing Crisis Has Historic Roots

Impact of redlining, restrictive covenants, disinvestment still felt today.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Mass Shooting in Milwaukee

Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Congresswoman Alma Adams Lead Appropriations Letter Urging the Expansion of Perinatal Workforce

Representatives Gwen Moore, David N. Cicilline, and John Katko Lead Call for Increased Funding in FY 2023 for Federal Lead Poisoning Prevention Efforts

Moore, Cole Introduce IHS Health Professions Tax Fairness Act

U.S. House Committee Comes to Milwaukee

Investigating housing inequities, barriers to home ownership residents face.

New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address

A who's who crowd cheers Johnson's vision of improved public safety and family-supporting jobs

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Provide Needed Support to Local Small Businesses and Restaurants Affected by COVID-19

Milwaukee Recognized with Nation’s Lowest Unsheltered Homeless Population

Leaders Point to County, City, Business and Community Collaboration, Along with Federal Support, in Reaching the Distinction

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court

In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement:

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Make Insulin More Affordable for Millions of Americans

The Affordable Insulin Now Act requires Medicare Part D plans and commercial health insurance plans to cover insulin and cap cost-sharing at no more than $35 per month.

Congress Extends Streetcar Grant

Extended deadline for spending grant allows city to finish streetcar line through delayed Couture tower.

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare

Packed event 14 years in the making is just the beginning says CEO.

Great Lakes Get $1 Billion for Clean Up

Funding from infrastructure law will help with remediation in Milwaukee Estuary.

Senator Baldwin Works to Deliver $1 Billion Investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Cleanup and Restore Great Lakes

The investment will accelerate cleaning Areas of Concern in Wisconsin near the St. Louis River, Fox River, Milwaukee Estuary, and Sheboygan

Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.

Governments Should Support Apprenticeship Program

Build Back Better funding can help assure more people of color become skilled laborers.

Mandela Barnes Raises Over $1.23 Million in Q4 With Average Donation Under $50

Since Launching Mandela Has Raised Over $2.3 Million With Nearly 50,000 Individual Donations

Wisconsin Democrats Rally Behind President Biden’s Call for Voting Rights Legislation

USDA Secretary Touts Lead Removal Funding

Sec. Tom Vilsack visits Bloomer, Wis. announcing $28 million for lead pipe removal.

Infrastructure Funds Impact Entire State

Every person, every region in state helped. Yet package divided state's congressional delegation.

‘No Thanksgiving Without immigrants’

Advocates in Wisconsin call on congressional Democrats to deliver a pathway to citizenship.

Rittenhouse Found Not Guilty on All Counts

He faced five charges, including first degree homicide, for shootings during 2020 protests in Kenosha.

Clean Wisconsin Applauds House Passage of Largest Effort to Fight Climate Change in American History

Fitzgerald Joins Delegation in Recognizing Wisconsin’s Veteran Mentorship Programs

Mandela Barnes Earns Over 100 Endorsements from Wisconsin Elected Officials in Race for U.S. Senate

Barnes Has Built an Unparalleled Statewide Coalition to Defeat Ron Johnson

Legal Action of Wisconsin Awarded $399,694 Grant to Help Low-Income Technical College Students

Construction Starts on Biggest Port Project In More Than 60 Years

Milwaukee project intended to make Wisconsin export hub for ethanol byproduct.

Lena Taylor Is Running For Lieutenant Governor

Veteran state senator would be first Black woman to hold the position.

Big Changes Needed In Political Districts

Population changes in Madison, metro Milwaukee require redrawn legislative and congressional seats.

Cities Near Fort McCoy Help Afghan Refugees

It’s Trump country but many are rallying to donate food, clothing, household goods.

Bill Would Prevent Police Job Hopping

Moore Omokunde notes research showing many fired officers get rehired elsewhere.

Elizabeth Warren Endorses Barnes for U.S. Senate

A high-profile endorsement in Democratic primary with nine candidates.

Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center

Huge gathering of officials for project lauded as momentous, exciting and historic.

Eighteen Milwaukee Local Elected Officials Endorse Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate

Native Rights Trailblazer Ada Deer Endorses Mandela Barnes for United States Senate

How Can High Schools Be Improved For Young Black Men?

A group of students and educators developed six plans for Milwaukee schools.

Milwaukee Invited To Apply For 2024 DNC

But some aren't happy the city must bid for convention in the first place.

History Suggests Ron Kind Will Win Reelection

Democratic congressman faces rematch against Derrick Van Orden. Just 15% of such efforts have succeeded since 1848 in Wisconsin.

Lawmakers Request Civil Rights Probe of Tosa PD

Rep. Gwen Moore and Sen. Tammy Baldwin ask Justice Department for investigation.

News Events in 4 Wisconsin Cities Tout new Child Tax Credit Which Begin in July

Measure enacted as part of the American Rescue Plan cuts child poverty in Wisconsin nearly in half, but expires after 1 year

House Committee Will Look At Milwaukee’s Disparities

Rep. Moore will serve on Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth.

Rep. Gwen Moore to Speak at June 20 Caravan to End US Embargo on Cuba — on the eve of UN Vote, with Biden’s position in the balance

Federal Water Infrastructure Spending Needed

In Wisconsin could be used to replace lead service lines and improve sewerage systems.

Bus Rapid Transit Construction Beginning Soon

The Milwaukee County Transit System held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday for the long planned project.

Legislators Pushed to Revise Schools Budget

Congressional Democrats warn that Republican budget could lose state $1.5 billion in federal aid.

15 State Projects Included in House Infrastructure Bill

Rep. Moore requested $19 million for projects in Milwaukee.

U.S. Labor Secretary Visits Milwaukee

Marty Walsh visits building trades and manufacturing trainees, hears from immigrant rights advocates.

State’s COVID-19 Stimulus Cut by $700 Million

Gov. Evers said state will still prioritize small business with federal funds.

Pocan, Kind & Moore Request Full ARP Funds for Wisconsin

Vice President Visits City, Sells Jobs Plan

Harris tours UWM Clean Energy Laboratories, promotes infrastructure spending.

Will Biden Deliver Immigration Reform?

It’s time. He promised voters to prioritize reform bill in the first 100 days.

Who’s the Most Right Wing Of All?

Conservative group ranks state’s most conservative members of Congress and Legislature.

Jury Finds Officer Derek Chauvin Guilty

Minneapolis cop guilty on all charges, including second degree murder of George Floyd.

Moore Hopes Biden Plan Can Replace City’s Lead Pipes

Milwaukee's 70,000 lead pipes including those for home of her great granddaughter.

Meet the District 5 School Board Candidates

Alex Brower and Jilly Gokalgandhi compete to replace outgoing school board director Larry Miller.

Which Members of Congress Got Vaccine?

One third are Republicans, survey of 22 states find. But Wisconsin divided by party.

Evers Is Wrong on I-94 Expansion

The proposal doesn't learn from history and contradicts the approach of Biden, Buttigieg.

Stimulus Bill Provides Major Funding to Local Governments

Bill will funnel millions into local services, housing assistance, health care, childcare tax credits and unemployment.

School Vouchers a Danger For Democrats

The issue could lose them enough voters in Milwaukee to lose the state.

Forward Wisconsin Means Protecting the Freedom to Vote and Delivering Pandemic Relief

Federal Bill Combats Voter Suppression

For the People Act seeks to assure that all people have an equal right to vote.

Milwaukee Rep. Moore Leads Congressional Appeal for Biden to Act Now to Improve Relations with Cuba

Reps. Ron Kind, Gwen Moore, and Mark Pocan Endorse Jill Underly for Superintendent

U.S Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Jilly Gokalgandhi for MPS School Board District 5

$15 Minimum Wage Would Help 831,000 State Workers

38% of Milwaukee workers would benefit from minimum wage hike, versus 22% nationally.

Baldwin, Moore Push Momnibus Act

Senator, congresswoman offer 12 bills to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin, Jeff Merkley and Representative Gwen Moore Introduce Legislation to Diversify the Perinatal Workforce and Improve Access to Maternity Care

The Perinatal Workforce Act is Part of the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021 that Addresses the U.S. Maternal Health Crisis

City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle

In unanimous vote, Milwaukee passes local version of CROWN Act.

Wisconsin Delegation Votes Party Line on Impeachment

Republicans voted against impeachment, Democrats for it.

Wisconsin Congressional Delegation on Removing Trump

Democrats want him gone, Republicans support him.

Tiffany, Fitzgerald Object To Some Biden Electors

Hours after chaos at the Capitol, two members of Wisconsin's congressional delegation vote to overturn part of the election, effort fails.

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Though many supported Trump for years, all now condemn Capitol chaos he helped cause.

Gwen Moore Positive for COVID-19

The congresswoman is a cancer survivor and recently contracted the virus.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Testing Positive for COVID-19

BRT Secures Key $41 Million Grant

Federal grant to pay for 80% of county's Bus Rapid Transit project. Construction starts in spring.

Baldwin, Moore Seek Biden’s Support For Transitional Jobs

The two Wisconsin legislators have sponsored bills in the Senate and House that would help workers connect to job market.

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