Politics
Representative Lisa Subeck Joins Governor Evers, Democratic Colleagues Introducing Universal Background Check Legislation
"No family should have to worry that they or their children will be harmed by gun violence."
Aug 15th, 2019 by State Rep. Lisa SubeckWisconsin Democrats Announce Universal Background Checks Bill, Call on Republicans to Act
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes, Attorney General Kaul join Rep. Sargent and Sen. Johnson in supporting universal background checks.
Aug 15th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversBill Outlawing Sexual Contact While In Custody Moves Forward
"In an ideal world, we would not need to create a law that makes it illegal for a member of law enforcement to have sex with a person in their custody and completely at their mercy."
Aug 14th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena TaylorRealities of Anti-Shackling Bill Evoke Emotion
Shackling is the practice of using chains to restrain pregnant women, during labor and after delivery.
Aug 14th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena TaylorOpposition to streetcar gains stronger foothold
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski August 14, 2019
Aug 14th, 2019 by Ald. Tony ZielinskiGov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Board of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
“I am pleased to appoint Patty, Dan, and Carla to the DATCP Board.”
Aug 14th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversQuestions About Brian Hagedorn’s Ability to Fairly Serve All Remain Unanswered
Bigoted Views, Affiliations With Hate Group and Conflicts of Interest Cast Cloud Over Newest Member of State High Court
Aug 14th, 2019 by One Wisconsin NowWisconsin Assembly Republicans Abandon the Americans with Disabilities Act
"This isn’t simply a legal mandate, it is a moral one."
Aug 14th, 2019 by State Rep. Jimmy AndersonLipscomb Applauds Work of Domes Task Force
The Domes Task Force voted Tuesday night to endorse a business plan for restoring the Domes, expanding programming, and adding several amenities to Mitchell Park.
Aug 13th, 2019 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.Republican So-called “Campus Free Speech” Bill Likely To Do Just The Opposite
"I’m especially concerned about the far-reaching impact this legislation could have on freedom of speech on campus."
Aug 13th, 2019 by Katrina ShanklandSupervisor Taylor Supports Young Artists
"I applaud them for using their civil rights to protect the rights of others with this important work."
Aug 13th, 2019 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor