http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/biden-foriegnpolicy-1yr-2023-s460.pngAlexis Simendinger & Kristina Karisch provide a one year report on the battle for freedom in Ukraine and our involvement in it.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sun., Feb. 26, 2023, in honor of Fire Chief Todd J. Yandre of the Lake Mills Fire Department, who passed away in the line of duty on Feb. 15, 2023.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/woman-living-alone-s5.jpgGovernor’s Wisconsin 2023-25 biennial budget proposal includes plans to promote local housing development and solutions, ensure renters have safe, stable housing.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/businesses-micro-ethnically-diverse3-s443.jpgNew infusion of federal funds will create a $50 million revolving venture capital fund, assist start-ups, and aid micro-lenders.

BELOIT, WI - On February 25, 2023, Building Unity Wisconsin, Wisconsin Voices, the NAACP, the Rock Co. Progressives, and various other organizations (full listing here) will sponsor a WI Supreme Court Candidate Forum if they are able to confirm both candidates' participation. If they are unable to confirm both candidates' participation, a Community Forum will be held with experts, activists, and leaders from around the state. Though a number of issues may be addressed, this forum will be sure to touch on environmental and immigration issues as these are this week’s justice focus of the Tour.

This Saturday’s Forum will start at 1:00 P.M. and will be hosted by New Zion Baptist Church - 1905 Mound Ave. - Beloit, WI. It can be attended in person or virtually.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Summer Strand to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC). The appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Ellen Nowak, effective March 1, 2023. This appointment is effective March 2, 2023, for a six-year term expiring in 2029.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tony-earl-recent-s437.pngGovernor orders US, Wisconsin flags to fly at half-staff as state mourns loss.

GREEN BAY, WI - A City-wide plowing operation began at 3 a.m. today (Thursday), February 23, 2023. As of 8 a.m., primary roads have been plowed again, and units are working in residential routes.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #186 declaring an energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin. The intense winter storm currently moving across the state is bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain that could result in widespread power outages from downed trees and ice on power lines and conditions that make travel difficult or dangerous. Executive Order #186 will provide waivers from federal and state requirements to give additional flexibility to in-state utility workers and allow for out-of-state utility workers to come to Wisconsin to help restore power.

MADISON – Governor Tony Evers’ 2023-25 biennial budget includes several provisions that support local communities and promote public safety. Notably, the Governor proposed sending 20 percent of the state’s sales tax revenue back to local communities for shared revenue to fund essential local services. Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) reacts to this proposal and shares its impacts on the 16^th Senate District below: