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TUE AM News: Bill would make tax credit program more ‘flexible’ to drive investments in child care, housing; Wimberger circulating employment eligibility legislation

-- Legislation from GOP lawmakers would make some state tax credit programs more flexible to drive investments in child care and workforce housing, bill authors say.  Rep. Dave Armstrong of Rice Lake and Sen. Dan Feyen of Fond du Lac are currently circulating a co-sponsorship memo for the bill.  It follows...

Gov. Evers: Announces lawsuit against latest Trump administration cuts aiming to dismantle Department of Health and Human Services, hurting Wisconsin kids, families, and seniors

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced a new lawsuit Wisconsin is joining against the Trump Administration and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for reckless, devastating cuts that will effectively dismantle the federal agency that is responsible for helping keep Wisconsinites and Americans healthy and safe.

Medical College of Wisconsin, MSOE: Announce new collaboration, integrates technology-based undergraduate education while creating pathways to health professions

MILWAUKEE, May 5, 2025 -- Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) and Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) are proud to announce the launch of an innovative program, Student Pathways to Flourishing in the Health Professions. This unique collaboration will provide students with the opportunity to explore flourishing in health professions, and to develop as thought leaders and change agents in a rapidly evolving industry.

We Energies: Foundation providing $100,000 to strengthen public safety through Rewarding Responders Grant

The We Energies Foundation is continuing its commitment to support local first responders and keep communities safe. The foundation is offering $100,000 through its Rewarding Responders Grant program to help police, fire and emergency medical services agencies improve public safety. Emergency response agencies can apply for a grant through June 15. Helping everyday...

Washington County Caregiver Coalition: Offers Confident Caregiver Conference

WEST BEND, WI – The Washington County Caregiver Coalition is offering an event designed to provide Family Caregivers with the knowledge they need to provide safe, smart in-home care for loved ones. Most caregivers never planned to be caregivers, whether for a spouse, a parent, a sibling or a friend. As a result, most caregivers are not...

World Dairy Expo: Welcomes Beukema as Digital Marketing Specialist

MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce Haley Beukema as the organization’s Digital Marketing Specialist. Beukema will begin her duties on May 27, 2025. In this role, Beukema will manage Expo’s media relations, engage with Expo’s audiences throughout their digital platforms, and design materials in preparation for the annual event. Beukema is...

UScellular: Offers tech tips to disconnect during Screen Free Week

MADISON, Wis. (May 05, 2025) – In honor of Screen Free Week this May 5 through May 11, UScellular is encouraging everyone to take a break from their devices and reset their relationship with technology. Screen Free Week is organized by the non-profit organization, Fairplay, and is an annual event that encourages people to take a break from screen-based...

GOP bill would change apprenticeship ratio

Republican lawmakers are seeking to change the state’s apprenticeship law to allow skilled workers to supervise two construction apprentices each, rather than just one.  Sen. Chris Kapenga of Delafield, along with Reps. Dave Maxey of New Berlin and Adam Neylon of Pewaukee, recently circulated a co-sponsorship memo for legislation to make this change. 

MON AM News: GOP bill would change apprenticeship ratio; Report predicts stagnation in Milwaukee manufacturing job growth in months to come

-- Republican lawmakers are seeking to change the state’s apprenticeship law to allow skilled workers to supervise two construction apprentices each, rather than just one.  Sen. Chris Kapenga of Delafield, along with Reps. Dave Maxey of New Berlin and Adam Neylon of Pewaukee, recently circulated a co-sponsorship memo for legislation to make this change. 
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