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21 Nov 2009 01:24
UPDATED: 11/20/09. 5:00 p.m.
Prevocational Services Agreement. 1:20 pm DHS & Various Organizations. Prevocational agreement reached. 11:25 am Rep. Fitzgerald. Prevocational services saved. 5:00 pm Sen. Lazich. Calls for full audit of BadgerCare Program. 5:00 pm Sen. Kapanke. Renews call for eliminating raids on segregated funds. 1:00 pm Joint Finance Committee. DPI 13.10 request., (WKCE testing.) 11:59 am Sen. Kedzie. A New Years resolution. Updated at 5:00 pm Sen. Sullivan. Zoo (Interchange) requires major surgery. Walker for Governor statement. Sen. Kanavas. 5:00 pm Gov. Doyle. Announces grants for energy outreach and education. 2:20 pm DHS. H1N1 Vaccine allocation update. 10:09 am Janesville Gazette.Editorial: Questions hover over deer hunt. 11:25 am Wisconsin Medical Society. Beaver Dam physician named 2009 Physician Citizen of the Year. 11:25 am DATCP. Make this holiday season something special -- from Wisconsin. 11:25 am DATCP. Warm weekend weather prompts warning to hunters: Handle venison with care. 9:10 am UW Whitewater. Closed Nov. 27 for second furlough day. Business & Utilities 12:01 pm Wisconsin Environment. Nuclear energy will set back race against global warming. 5:00 pm Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. The Barrett Report. 5:00 pm Milw. Cty. Supvs. Sanfelippo & Coggs. State takes over, fumbles foodshare program in Milwaukee County. 2:21 pm Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Statement regarding Common Council veto action. 11:30 am Sen. Feingold. Statement on FEC decision affecting corporate jets. 10:12 am Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.Sen. Feingold Column: Ghosts yet to come. -
20 Nov 2009 07:06
UPDATED: 11/20/09. 7:35 a.m.
Friday, November 20, 2009 Microbes and motorcycles gain Legislature's attention. La Crosse Tribune. Hope for a less taxing border commute? Rivertowns.net. Two-state tax talks still possible. DWD. Governor announces additional assistance for dislocated workers at Reynolds Consumer Products, Inc. in Weyauwega. DWD. Weekly notices. WI Propane Gas Assoc. Under new management; appoints new officers. Troubled mortgages at record level in state. Wisconsin State Journal. Elder abuse continues to climb in state, Dane County. Zoo Interchange bridges need immediate replacement, inspectors say. Kember named Wisconsin's superintendent of the year. UW scientists creep closer to solving mystery of mammoths' extinction. Wisconsin State Journal. On Darwin anniversary, new institute evolves at UW. School cutbacks creating teacher glut. More become substitutes in weak economy. SC Johnson discloses product ingredients with Web site listings. Most of courthouse custodial staff call in sick. Rep. Obey. Share the Sacrifice Act ends borrowing to pay for Afghan War. Bill saves paper mill tax credit. Waukesha County Dept of Health & Human Services. Nov. 24 flu clinic canceled; no more vaccination available. Kenosha News. Uninsured can get swine flu shots. 3:46 pm Reps. Zipperer and Montgomery. Push for JFC oversight hearings of stimulus data. Letter to co-chairs. Sen. Lassa. CORE Jobs Act will help restore state's economy. 2:40 pm Wisconsin State Journal.Rep. Zipperer Column: Transparency must begin in legislature. State Agencies & Officials 3:50 pm DATCP. Warm weekend weather prompts warning for hunters. 3:30 pm DATCP. Enjoy your meal? - Thank a farmer. 2:32 pm OCI. Reminds seniors of Medicare open-enrollment period. 1:54 pm DNR. Start of state ballast water regulation. DNR. Weekly Outdoor Report. 1:55 pm MMSD. Police stations collect 584 pounds of unused medications. 2:00 pm Citizen Action. WI health insurance costs 22% higher than national average. 2:00 pm WI Farmers Union. Thanks Gov. for declaring propane shortage state of emergency. 2:15 pm School districts levy for $61.8 M less than allowed. Business 3:11 pm Rep. Moore. Introduces critical domestic violence funding bill. 2:01 pm 80% Agree doctors should be paid based on quality of care. 3:10 pm IBEW. Endorses Barrett for Governor. -
19 Nov 2009 11:28
UPDATED: 11/19/09. 12:44 p.m.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:58 am Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Letter to Gov. Doyle regarding SB-40, Impartial Justice. 11:35 am PSC Report on nonfederal gift and grant expenditures. 10:02 am Sen. Jauch/Rep. Milroy. New ballast permit protects Great Lakes and shipping. Duluth News Tribune. Rep. Colon. Statement on DOJ investigation. Rep. Colon to face no charges. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story. 10:36 am New Richmond News. Networking event brings legislators, business people together. Stevens Point Journal. Override Doyle's veto on DNR secretary. Winners, losers in new state dog breeding law. Oshkosh Northwestern. Time to legalize medical use of marijuana. Barrett aide questions poll accuracy on MPS leadership. State Agencies & Officials 12:42 pm WisDOT. Thanksgiving travelers will see fewer construction projects. 12:05 pm DWD. October unemployment rates announced. 11:37 am Interstate rules for meat need more flexibility. 11:32 am DOR. October 2010 revenue collections. 9:13 am Holiday season fire prevention tips. LA Times. Report says stimulus money doesn't solve WI's transportation funding needs. Marshfield News Herald. New bureau designed to solve cases against doctors faster. DOT plan undecided between La Crosse, Eau Claire high-speed rail routes. Building Commission approves funding for Badger State Trail. Wisconsin State Journal. DNR may be listening to concerns about smaller deer herd. 9:50 am Congressional Budget Office. Letter to Rep. Ryan regarding Medicare's payments to physicians. 9:50 am Congressional Budget Office. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. 9:50 am Labor Statistics. Business employment dynamics summary. 9:50 am Labor Statistics. Consumer Price Index. 9:49 am Labor. Unemployment insurance weekly claims report. Health and Human Services. Statement on new breast cancer recommendations. Milw. Cty Exec Walker. 2010 budget adopted. Milwaukee Alderman Donovan. Statement on tavern licensing "double-standard." Milw. Co. Bd. Chair Holloway. Board overrides 21 of County Executive's 34 budget vetoes.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story.Marshfield News Herald. Wood County plans to keep Marshfield Courtroom open. Barrett veto restores two furlough days for cops. 9:15 am WI Farm Bureau Federation. Gears up for 90th annual meeting. 7:25 am WI Ag Connection. State dairy herd count now under the 13,000 mark. 7:25 am WI Ag Connection. WICFA to hold meeting to discuss raw milk sales, other issues. 11:43 am Tomah Journal. Cranberry harvests in state, US meet expectations. 10:33 am Pierce County Herald. WI dairy cows outshine in production nationwide. 6:30 am State firms pay 22% more for health insurance than U.S., survey shows. 6:30 am Habush, Habush & Rottier claims cyber hijacking by rival. 6:30 am La Crosse Tribune. Thompson to skip mayor race. 6:30 am Madison tops list of most charitable cities in the nation. UW Stout. Athletics receive diversity in athletics award. 11:33 am UW Extension. UW Campuses add courses to accommodate increased enrollment in the online green degree. 10:31 am Evolution institute named for pioneering geneticist. 9:43 am Receives $9.5 million Gates Foundation grant. 7:25 am WI Science Professionals. Members cry foul at UW-Stout asbestos cover-up. 6:30 am Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Barrett aide questions poll accuracy on MPS leadership. 6:30 am La Crosse Tribune. UW-La Crosse students vote to increase fees, save programs. 6:30 am Kenosha News. College officials address why they selected Kenosha. 10:00 am Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. U.S. v Steven M. Skoien. (Possession of a gun by a person convicted of domestic violence. Vacated and remanded). 6:30 am Oshkosh Northwestern. Oshkosh Corp seeks city, state assistance for new plant. Washington's elusive quest for jobs. 6:30 am Rep. Baldwin. Lauds historic vote for LGBT equality. 12:44 pm Kapanke for Congress. Broken promises of accountability and transperancy. 6:30 am WI Policy Research Inst.Anatomy of a Failed Idea article in Wisconsin Interest. 6:30 am Capital Times. Who would want to be governor? -
18 Nov 2009 16:38
UPDATED: 11/18/09. 5:46 p.m.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 1:38 pm Rep. Black. Building Commission approves funds to complete Badger Trail. 12:28 pm Joint Finance Committee. Dept. of Corrections Quarterly report. Legislative Council. Memo regarding Prevocational services under the Family Care waiver. DHS Prevocational Services FAQs. 10:38 am AT&T. Teams up with Sen. Darling to help keep kids in school. 10:35 am Joint Finance Committee. DHS report on nonfederal funds received as gifts, grants, bequests or devices. 9:28 am Joint Finance Committee. UW System Industrial and Economic Development Research Report. 9:25 am Legislative Audit Bureau. Petroleum Inspection Fee Revenue Obligation Program. 9:23 am Wisconsin Budget Project. WI taxes hit poor and middle class harder than wealthy. lawmaker predicts jump in school taxes. WRN. Regulations proposed for cable providers. 12:58 pm Stillwater Gazette. New reciprocity deal possible. MinnPost. Minnesota-Wisconsin tax reciprocity talks may resume. 9:05 am The Capital Times. A bold new plan for the uninsured. Override Doyle's veto on DNR appointment. Puppy mill laws poised for enactment. Poll says most oppose mayoral takeover of Milw. Public Schools. 5:42 pm Rep. Colon to face no charges. 5:38 pm State Bar of Wisconsin. Young lawyers issue challenge to donate to food pantry. 1:49 pm Attorney General Van Hollen. Taxation of cost against defendants in municipal court actions. (.) 1:04 pm Eight teachers from Japan share experiences with WI students. 12:57 pm DHS. H1N1 Situation report. 12:06 pm Releases long range plan. Connections 2030 Plan. DRL. Weekly Notices. 12:51 pm Wisconsin pension agency clamps down on pricey flights. 3:40 pm WI Builders Association. Develops home construction contract. 3:07 pm WI Bio Industry Alliance. Study shows feasibility of NE WI cellulosic ethanol plant. 11:41 am State engineers sue over layoffs. 11:10 am Bloomberg. Ambac reports its capital surplus almost triples. 10:43 am State firms pay 22% more for health insurance than U.S. Janesville Gazette. DNR asks hunters to watch for drug operations. School district levies to rise an average of 7.16%. FoodShare still dysfunctional in state hands. Waiting list grows for health care program for childless adults. UW Madison Daily Cardinal. Early voting leads to lower voter turnout. Business people complain: State is a tough place for business. Capital Times. Broadband subscribers grow by nearly one million in third quarter. 10:54 am Congressional Budget Office. Long-term implication of the Dept. of Defense's fiscal year 2010 budget submission. 10:53 am Tourism. Canadian travel to the United States. Tables for specific areas. 10:12 am Labor. Announces nearly $55 million on green jobs training grants. 10:09 am US Census Bureau. 2008 Income and Poverty estimates for all school districts and counties. Data tables. 10:08 am Health and Human Services. Announces new regional directors. 11:17 am NEA foundation awards grant to close achievement gap in Milwaukee. 10:56 am Supreme Court. Accepts seven new cases. 5:39 pm Dane County Parks. To present Badger Prairie County Park preferred alternative master plan. 2:26 pm Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Issues veto in 2010 city budget. Veto Message. 1:34 pm Madison Mayor Cieslewicz. Crime is Down. Ziegelbauer criticizes budget amendment. County Board may lose on privatization battle. La Crosse Tribune. Mayor suggests all-volunteer fire department to cut costs. Doyle withdraws state funding for UW water consultant. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Pewaukee clerk certifies direct legislation petitions. Racine Journal Times. Blue bags trashed: City budget includes recycling carts. Board rolls back benefit increase. 5:44 pm UW-Stout manufacturing extension partnership program receives federal grant. Sen. Kohl. Receives "Congressional Workhorse Award." 9:42 am Sen. Kohl. Statement on "Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act." Wausau Daily Herald. Obey: "Inaccuracies ludicrous" in stimulus reporter. Racine Journal Times. Ryan opposes transferring suspected terrorists to Illinois prison. 5:43 pm Walker brings Wall Street irresponsibility to Milwaukee County. McCormick says she'll stand out in race. Falk adviser: 'She's not interested' in Lt. Governor race. 6:30 am Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Feingold's re-election war chest open wide. Flu Clinics 6:30 am Waukesha Co. Dept of Health & Human Services. County opens H1N1 flu vaccination clinics to all residents. 6:30 am County schedules H1N1 vaccination clinic for Saturday. 6:30 am La Crosse Tribune. Medical centers, health department set flu clinics. Courts -
18 Nov 2009 00:06
UPDATED: 11/17/09. 5:39 p.m.
5:33 pm Rep. Davis. Explores legislation to eliminate bail for convicted child sex offenders. 2:00 pm Rep. Grigsby. Fact sheet on MPS takeover. 12:30 pm Joint Finance Committee. DCF Monthly report on Wisconsin Shares. Updated
2:38 pmWired WI. Statement on introduction of Cable Consumer Repair bill. 11:47 am Violence Policy Center. Concealed handgun permit holders also kill. 10:22 am Joint Finance Committee. SWIB Quarterly report. 1:18 pm The Capital Times. Dueling bills take aim at religious exemption in state child abuse law. 1:10 pm Portage Daily Register. Law designed to save farmland raises questions. 5:37 pm State Engineering Association. Public engineers seek injunction against state in wake of alyoffs. 5:37 pm Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. School districts and local municipalities find state trust fund loan program a viable option. 5:37 pm DOJ. Appleton man arrested in ICAC case. 5:20 pm DOJ. Therapist convicted of resident abuse. 3:35 pm PSC. Governor announces $500,000 in telecommunication grants for non-profits. 3:34 pm DOJ. Well driller to pay $40,000 for well construction code violations. 2:18 pm DOJ. Partners with local law enforcement for drug bust in Menasha. 2:00 pm DPI. AP scholars named. 12:21 pm DHS. Provider network available for uninsured individuals seeking care for flu like illnesses. 12:17 pm DOJ. Schofield man arrested for internet crimes against children. 11:47 am DATCP. High-tech plans for Agro-terrorism win federal grant for WI. 11:15 am Gov. Doyle. Appoints Dokkestul as Sawyer County Coroner. 10:26 am Gov. Doyle. Signs collaborative agreement with Israel. DNR. Weekly News. 2:30 pm Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Doyle withdraws state funding for UW water consultant. 1:20 pm The Capital Times. From ginseng farmers to governor, Wisconsinites look to China for help. 12:26 pm Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Waiting list grows for health-care program for childless adults. 12:00 pm EPA. Announces environmental justice showcase communities. (Milwaukee) 1:03 pm Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. America's health ranking puts WI at No. 12. 11:56 am WRN. State does better preventing premature births. 12:15 pm Bureau of Labor Statistics. Producer Price Index. 11:57 am DOT. Sept. 2009 passenger airline employment down 4.4% from Sept 2008. 3:32 pm UW Whitewater. State program boosts business interships. 12:07 pm UWSP. Emeritus Robert Engelhard inducted into the Wisconsin Forestry Hall of Fame. 11:01 am WISTAX. Wisconsin students show gains in math, reading. 10:21 am AT&T. Partners with Rep. Fields to help kids stay in school. Business 12:16 pm Milwaukee Business Journal. AirTran bucks airline employment trend. 2:30 pm Appeals Court. Carolyn R. Borst v. City of New Richmond Board of Appeals. 2:26 pm Milw. Cty Board of Supervisors. Board meeting agenda. (Includes veto issues). 11:03 am Madison Mayor Cieslewicz. What is next?
Reaction: Milwaukee County First. One Wisconsin Now.2:32 pm Rep. Ryan. Opposes transfer of terrorists. 12:45 pm EdWeek. Prospect of health-plan tax draws union opposition. 10:20 am Lee for CD-2. Baldwin missing in action on healthcare. Federal Agencies -
17 Nov 2009 08:11
UPDATED: 11/17/09. 10:10 a.m.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 9:22 am Libertarian Party of WI. Supports medical marijuana legislation. Fond du Lac Reporter. Lt. Gov. urges override of DNR secretary veto. Stretching the area's foster care system. New MPS plan limits mayor. 10:08 am Deer hunters, others urged to use carbon monoxide detectors. Opponents say hearings on rules affecting shoreland properties are a moment to take a stand. Governor honors Racine couple for adoption work. 9:48 am Top 10 in national study-abroad ranking. 9:47 am Early voting option can decrease turnout, research shows. UW Madison. New research tower honored by Midwest Construction Magazine. 9:24 am UWSP. Student leaders to present environmental projects at conference. 6:30 pm QEO elimination will have an impact. Unions petition for UW employees as new members. Courts 9:30 am Appeals Court. State v. Carl Kaminski 9:30 am Court of Appeals. Shirley A. Wolf v. Estate of Frances V. Wolf. 10:05 am Milwaukee County Exec Walker. Budget Vetoes. Walker uses veto to revive spending cuts, privatization. Waukesha budget goes to hearing. Wisconsin State Journal. (Dane) County approves budget. Mount Pleasant to raise taxes an estimated 10.5%. 9:45 am Rep. Moore. Announces $5.8 million Recovery Act Energy Efficiency Grants to Milwaukee. 9:44 am Rep. Moore. Comments USDA's just released food insecurity numbers. Sen. Feingold. Works to enhance nuclear security. 9:37 am McCormick for CD-8. Announces candidacy. Kooyenga for AD-14. Announces candidacy. 10:04 am Barrett decision buoys democracy in Badger State. Candidate sees himself as David against Goliath. Congress Campaigns, Elections & Politics -
16 Nov 2009 16:43
UPDATED: 11/16:09. 5:15 p.m.
Monday, November 16, 2009 MPS Reform Plan 3:26 pm Sen. Taylor. Statement regarding MPS governance plans. 1:02 pm Rep. Grigsby/ Sen. Coggs. Propose comprehensive legislation to reform MPS. Overview. Reaction:SEIU.. AFT Local 212. WEAC. WASB. MTEA. Milw. Mayor Barrett. 3:00 pm Reps. Friske, Mursau, Meyer and Williams. Unveil 2010 job creation agenda. 2:28 pm Community Advocates Public Policy Institute. State policy changes needed to improve mental health and addiction treatment. 1:45 pm Speaker Sheridan. To build on early economic successes, Wisconsin must consider a new way of doing business. Updated
3:15 pmSen. Erpenbach/Rep. Pocan. Now is the time for medical marijuana. ACLU of Wisconsin. 12:20 pm Greater Milw. Com. Statement on the Milwaukee TEACH act. 10:00 am Rep. Kaufert/ Sen. Darling. Letter to Sen. Kreitlow/ Rep. Dexter regarding HSA legislation in committee. 9:00 am WI League of Conservation Voters. Weekly notes. 8:15 am Is My Medicine Legal Yet? Medical Marijuana Act a step forward for Wisconsinites in pain. WI Wildlife Federation. Governor flip-flops, vetoes Board-appointed DNR secretary. La Crosse Tribune story. 2:45 pm Tosa alderman wants referendum on photo ID for voting. 10:10 am Rep. Staskunas column: WIAA needs greater transparency. The law worked in dispatch call case. State legislator announces run for Waukesha County judgeship. 6:30 pm Bill aims to boost businesses. 6:30 pm Legislation would put an end to burying garbage in back yard. State must not hide from harsh fiscal realities. Wisconsin public school districts, teachers venture into a world without QEO. WRN. Warnings of tax penalties for retirement funds. 5:15 pm Daniel Wolf ordered to pay forfeitures for spills law violations. 5:15 pm Educational Approval Bd. To host annual Approved Schools Conference. 3:36 pm DWD. Announces additional assistance for dislocated workers at Stroh Die Casting Company, Milwaukee. WisDOT. Connector Express. 2:20 pm 65 schools receive school breakfast grants. 2:11 pm Gov. and First Lady. Announce Holiday Tour schedule. 1:47 pm DWD. Secretary Gassman honors employers for hiring people with disabilities. 1:32 pm Lt. Gov. Lawton. Calls on legislative leadership to lead veto override on DNR Secretary bill. 1:25 pm Announces significant decrease in tobacco sales to WI minors. Updated
2:50 pmGov. Doyle. Leads trade mission to Israel. 12:20 pm Announces settlement with Vonage regarding cancellation issues. 11:50 am Atty. Gen. Van Hollen. Sheriffs may not generally charge fees for fingerprinting. (Formal Opinion) 11:50 am Atty. Gen. Van Hollen. Information relating to elections, ethics and lobbying law investigations may be disclosed. (Formal Opinion) PSC and OCR. Closed November 27. Federal Nominating Commission. Nominations for Seventh Circuit Court. 9:30 am DATCP. Search opens for 63rd Alice in Dairyland. 9:00 am OJA. Rice Lake, Superior, and Crandon to host first hearings on on traffic stop data collection rule. 5:15 pm WI Medical Society. Launches performance improvement initiative utilizing WHIO data. 2:10 pm Wisconsin Dental Association. Dr. Vandehaar elected association president. WI Bioenergy Initiative. Hires new policy analyst director. 1:40 pm WI Health Information Organization. Launches one of the nation's most powerful analytical tools for health care. 11:22 am Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Adds Affinity Health System to provider network. 9:43 am USA Today. State police forces shrink. 9:15 am Hunters growing frustrated with CWD rules. Marshfield News Herald. State asked to change ODC wording. National Institute of Justice grants expands Wisconsin Innocence Project. Panel modifies shoreland zoning standards. Chicago Tribune. Prostate, breast cancers most common in WI. Green Bay Press Gazette. State birth rate dropped in 2008. 12:20 pm USDA. More American households had difficulty putting enough food on the table in 2008. Jobs, Economy & Business 11:50 am Boardman Law Firm. Benefit plan reporting of foreign financial accounts. Oshkosh awaits Army contract review. Solar energy field remains strong in Wisconsin. Foundation funds fellowship, research of two faculty members. 8:40 am State schools face grim outlook. 8:30 am Eureka Alert. Prism and Medical College of WI investigators receive $1.6 million NIH grant to develop advanced medical imaging tools. Marshfield News Herald. Stimulus rescues 50 UWSP work study projects. MSD lunch assistance enrollment reaches 41%. Should state school superintendent have more power? Can teachers make the grade? Kenosha News. UW-Parkside adds a little 'green'ery to campus 5:15 pm Milw. Co. Bd. Chair Holloway. Executive's vetoes threaten quality of life and safety net services. 5:15 pm Salvation Army. Dane County kettle kickoff. 5:15 pm Various Dane Co. Bd. members. Oppose 7.9% increase in county taxes. 3:34 pm Milw. Co. Supv. Larson. Walker treats some employees like second class citizens. 2:45 pm To announce budget vetoes. 2:04 pm Nominations sought for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Humanitarian Award. 11:15 am Pro-Life Wisconsin. Welcomes Archbishop Listecki. 9:50 am Dane County Exec Falk. Weekly Schedule. 8:15 am Milw. Co. Treasurer Diliberti. Urges caution in economic outlook. County Board members get generous insurance option. 5:15 pm Calls for enhanced partnership with Pakistan. 5:15 pm Works to enhance nuclear security. Campaigns, Elections & Politics Barrett-Walker race could set off political shuffle. Gov. Doyle. Statement. Democratic Party of WI. Chairman Tate's statement. Republican Party of WI. Tom the Taxer to run for Doyle's third term. -
16 Nov 2009 01:28
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15 Nov 2009 10:05
UPDATED: 11/15/09.
Sunday, November 15, 2009 2010 Race for Governor Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Barrett says he's healed, ready to run for governor. Walker for Governor. Statement of Campaign Manager Keith Gilkes on Barrett entrance into the race. Tom for Governor. Statement. -
14 Nov 2009 17:07
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