http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/weather-lighting-s5.jpg$2 million to help repair or replace physical losses caused by the storms, which downed trees, damaged buildings, and left thousands without power.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/kenosha-broken-promises-s5.jpgUnion Members, Community Leaders gather to protest 6,500 jobs lost this year while wages remain stagnant.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/family-baby-s5.jpgProposal expands coverage for workers who take leave to care for a grandparent, grandchild or sibling and creates new protections for relatives of active duty service members. Also new options for private sector employees to purchase coverage.

Lawmakers with history of NRA backing refuse to support Gov. Evers call for legislation to address gun violence

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/seniors-happy-s5.jpg21 picked to look into ways to improve Wisconsinites financial security in retirement.

Keeps promise to address gun violence across our state.

Trump has created a ripple effect with his asinine trade policies that will not stop spreading for a long time.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/univ-student-vote-s5.jpgGovernor also announces revised dates for upcoming Special Elections

MANITOWOC, WI - Tomorrow at 10:00 AM, Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels will tour one of the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry’s (WAF) plants and meet with CEO Sachin Shivaram, as well as members of the United Steel Workers Union, to discuss the impact of current trade climate on the local economy. The factories produce aluminum pieces primarily for gas and oil, farming, and automotive equipment. The companies that have bought WAF's specialty pieces for their equipment are now selling less due to the tariffs; that in turn is reducing their consumption of WAF products.

The negative impact from the trade war has had a ripple effect on the local economy. With farmers and small and medium businesses spending less and companies unable to fully fund their workforce, money that would otherwise be flowing through local communities is disappearing.

WHAT: Tour of an aluminum factory followed by a discussion with the owner and USW members about the negative impact of the trade climate on the local economy.

WHO: Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels, Wisconsin Aluminum Factory CEO Sachin Shivaram, USW Members

WHEN: TOMORROW October 14, 10:00 AM CT

WHERE: 838 S 16th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220

Rep. Hintz honors Oshkosh Fire Fighter for his 34 years of service and his support of students at Fox Valley Technical College who are embarking on a career in public safety.

MADISON - On Thursday, Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) welcomed Battalion Chief Mark Boettcher of the Oshkosh Fire Department to the State Capitol in Madison.

Boettcher was selected as the 54th Assembly District's "First Responder of the Year." Boettcher was nominated by Rep. Hintz and the City of Oshkosh Fire Department because of his notable career and the contributions he has made to the community. Representative Hintz released the following statement on this honor:

“I am proud to recognize Battalion Chief Mark Boettcher as the 54th Assembly District’s 2019 First Responder of the Year, and am honored to have the opportunity to recognize his service to the Oshkosh community before the full Assembly.

“Chief Boettcher is a 34-year veteran of the Oshkosh Fire Department, and utilizes his years of experience to support students at Fox Valley Technical College who are embarking on a career in public safety. He is wholly committed to bringing out the best in each of his colleagues as he prepares them to protect the public.

“This award represents the culmination of his dedication to his profession, and contributions to the citizens of Oshkosh. I look forward to honoring Chief Boettcher for his leadership and commend all of the First Responder award recipients for their outstanding service to their communities and the state of Wisconsin.”