Politics
Sen. Taylor appointed to recidivism reduction committee
There are currently over 22,000 inmates incarcerated in Wisconsin prisons and over 66,000 individuals on probation or parole.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Lena TaylorState Representative Zepnick named League of Conservation Voters “Conservation Champion” with 100% voting record
Zepnick is the most senior member of the Energy and Utilities Committee and co-authored the Clean Energy Jobs Act which stalled in the State Senate in 2010.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Josh ZepnickVerona Swanigan to Speak at Kiwanis Club of Milwaukee Meeting on June 29th
Swanigan is running for Milwaukee County District Attorney.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Kiwanis Club of MilwaukeeGovernor Walker Announces Finalists for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Governor Walker will now interview the three finalists and make his selection prior to Justice Prosser’s retirement.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerYouth Council recommends $138,755 for Milwaukee youth programs
The City of Milwaukee Youth Council has recommended the allocation of $138,755 in Community Development Block Grant funding to six agencies.
Jun 21st, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Youth CouncilSensenbrenner Calls Lake Michigan Water Diversion a Great Victory for Waukesha
"The city met every environmental requirement, resulting in today’s unanimous approval granting Waukesha access to Lake Michigan water."
Jun 21st, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerMilwaukee County District Attorney Debate has been Canceled for June 29, 2016
Milwaukee County District Attorney, John Chisholm, will speak during the Kiwanis Club of Milwaukee meeting on July 27, 2016.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Kiwanis Club of MilwaukeeRep. Neylon Applauds Approval of City of Waukesha’s Request for Great Lakes Water
“This is an incredible opportunity for the City of Waukesha and its residents to ensure they have access to clean and safe drinking water.”
Jun 21st, 2016 by State Rep. Adam NeylonGreat Lakes Leaders Approve Waukesha Water Diversion
Wisconsin environmental groups' concerns remain; modified diversion plan will require vigilance
Jun 21st, 2016 by Compact Implementation CoalitionSen. Lena Taylor named Conservation Champion
“I am proud to be named a Conservation Champion.”
Jun 21st, 2016 by State Sen. Lena TaylorU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Majority Leader McConnell to Schedule Floor Vote on Longest Standing Federal Circuit Court Vacancy
Don Schott’s nomination to 7th Circuit Court was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee with strong bipartisan vote, now awaits a floor vote
Jun 20th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Elizabeth Warren Lead Bipartisan Call on FDA to End Discriminatory Blood Donation Ban
In light of the tragic mass shooting in Orlando, 24 Senators join letter urging FDA to develop better blood donation policies based on individual risk
Jun 20th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin