Industrial site is latest addition to Certified In Wisconsin® program.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/franciscan-friars-s5.jpgSNAP says he and his religious order transported children across state lines to sexually assault them. Cleric taught in Green Bay grade school from 1999-2014 after being accused of child sex crimes in Mississippi.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/farm-family-dinner-s5.jpgWisconsin joins 16 other states voicing opposition to proposal to essentially eliminate Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Trump administration said Wednesday that children born to U.S. military members and government employees working overseas will no longer automatically be considered United States citizens.

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New appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Angeline Winton.

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday that he is seeking applications for appointment as Washburn County District Attorney.

The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Washburn County District Attorney, Angeline Winton, whose resignation was effective August 19, 2019. The new appointee will serve out the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.

To apply, please email a completed application form and supporting materials to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Applications must be submitted by September 9, 2019.

The District Attorney application form is available on the “Apply to Serve” page of the Governor’s website: www.evers.wi.gov.

For questions about the appointments process, please contact the Governor’s Office of Legal Counsel at (608) 266-1212.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-drinking-water-faucet-s5.jpgGovernor calls on DNR to create enforceable science-based standards to insure access to clean drinking water.

Milwaukee neighborhood honors shooting victim.

MILWAUKEE - Quanita ‘Tay’ Jackson, 20, was fatally shot on Sunday, August 25 near Moody Park in Milwaukee. To honor the life and legacy of Ms. Jackson, a candlelight vigil was held Monday, August 26th, 2019 from 6:30-8:00 PM at COA Goldin Center at 2320 W. Burleigh Street. The Office of Violence Prevention, Milwaukee’s Trauma Response Team and mental health professionals was in attendance to offer necessary resources and support to the loved ones of Ms. Jackson.

Sen. Lena Taylor released the following statement regarding Ms. Jackson’s passing:

“I had the opportunity to spend time with Ms. Jackson on Saturday for the Amani/Moody Park 3 vs 3 Tournament she helped organize and I can attest that Ms. Jackson was a bright light to everyone who knew her. Tay was a community activist and a natural leader who advocated against the exact type of violence that cut her life much too short. During this time of immense pain, we will keep Tay’s spirit alive by holding her loved ones up to God, coming together as a community and celebrating the life and achievements of this extraordinary young woman.

She had a positive vision not only for herself but for her community. She participated in a variety of community programs, including Skylight Music Theatre, Fresh Empire: Non-Smoking Campaign, COA, Program The Parks MKE and TRUE Skool. Tay was a talented rapper and vocalist who used her art to spread a message of love and light. Tay has been called home, but I know her spirit and the impact she had on our city will never be forgotten. Rest in Paradise Queen Quanita Tay Jackson!”

Thank you to the organizations sponsoring the vigil: COA Goldin Center, Park People Program Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention, Residents of the Moody Park area and the entire community.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/teaching-students-s5.jpgAfter a visit to Northwest Journey and the Menomonie School District, Sen. Smith writes about the importance of mental health funding for our children.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Sean Duffy (R-Wisc.) announced on Monday he was resigning from Congress after being elected to his fifth term in 2018.

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Sen. Dave Hansen and Rep. Staush Gruszynski introduced vital legislation to help the Experience Greater Green Bay Visitor Center move forward, and Gov. Evers included funding in Capital Budget.