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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 13h

The Wisconsin DPI announced that it has secured funding for the continued use of critical state services for children and young adults that are deaf and blind:

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 1d

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is running for re-election.

"As my track record shows, I’m committed to working to protect public safety and to looking out for the interests of Wisconsinites,” said Kaul in a statement:

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 2d

The federal government has lifted its requirement for Wisconsin to assist in immigration enforcement in order to receive VOCA funds following a multi-state lawsuit:

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 2d

A coalition of community leaders, elected officials, and faith-based organizations gathered at Milwaukee City Hall on Friday to condemn ICE:

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 5d

Ever wonder what life is like for a mascot on game day? Catch a behind-the-scenes look at Bernie Brewer's pre-game routine as he preps his chalet and legendary slide for another day of @milwaukeebrewers.bsky.social baseball! #BrewCrew #BernieBrewer #BehindTheScenes

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Bernie Brewer's Secret Game Day Routine Revealed

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Dr. Kristin Lyerly @drkristin4wi.bsky.social · 5d

Politicians: tough it out

Doctors: fevers during pregnancy are dangerous and Tylenol is the safest option you have

Also doctors: why are we even having this conversation

Full episode with Dr. Hanks (at Your Cervix) on “The Dr. Kristin Lyerly Show”, Saturdays at noon @civicmedia.us & podcast!

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 5d

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 5d

Why is the national media ignoring a dramatic ICE raid in Chicago?

A question and discussion about headline news under past presidents on The Todd Allbaugh Show:

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Center for Ballot Freedom @centerforballotfreedom.org · 6d

Fusion voting built the GOP in Ripon, WI—uniting Whigs, Free Soilers & anti-slavery activists. After the Civil War, it helped elect Black leaders in the South by uniting freed slaves, Republicans & poor White farmers. Only NY & CT kept it. @allbaughshow.bsky.social @civicmedia.us

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 7d

Wisconsin AG Kaul succeeded in securing a court order that blocks the federal government from withholding emergency preparedness funding.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 7d

Maria Lazar has announced she’s running for next year’s open seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as more money and attention are poured into the state’s judicial elections.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 8d

A plan to add a data center in the Village of Caledonia has inched forward — but opposition has forged unexpected alliances.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 9d

Francesca Hong is calling for a ‘movement moment' in her run for Wisconsin Governor.

What the state representative believes working-class people deserve:

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 9d

Democrat Missy Hughes, formerly Secretary and CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, is running for governor.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 13d

Planned Parenthood to halt Wisconsin abortion services due to new federal law

WISCONSIN (CIVIC MEDIA) – Planned Parenthood says it will soon stop scheduling abortion appointments in Wisconsin. Starting next Wednesday, the group will pause services while it figures out how to move forward under a new federal law signed by U.S. President Donald Trump this summer. The law blocks abortion providers from receiving Medicaid funding for […]

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 13d

Planned Parenthood says it will soon stop scheduling abortion appointments in Wisconsin.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 13d

A rarity in Wisconsin politics - Republican and Democrats introducing their separate bills together. Their proposed legislation focuses on election rules.

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Center for Ballot Freedom @centerforballotfreedom.org · 13d

The WI lawsuit to restore fusion argues the current ban violates the state constitution—limiting free speech, association, and the right to a responsive democracy. Fusion isn’t just moderate—it’s about giving voters choices and power. @maggiedaunshow.bsky.social @civicmedia.us @lawfwd.bsky.social

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 14d

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany (7th District) has officially entered Wisconsin’s open race for governor.

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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · 19d

Hailing from a small community in southwestern Wisconsin, Boscobel’s Job Wetter is showing deaf or hard of hearing students that they too can participate at a high level in high school sports.

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Hard of hearing student-athlete’s success, character inspires others - Civic Media

Boscobel’s Job Wetter is showing deaf or hard of hearing students that they too can participate at a high level in high school sports.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 19d

Governments, health departments, and healthcare systems nationwide use data compiled by UW-Madison researchers. But now the project may end.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 20d

We're launching "Civic Media Today" — TODAY! Our new email newsletter and your one-stop shop for all things Civic Media. Delivered to your inbox every weekday.

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We are launching a brand new email newsletter, delivering all things Civic Media right to your inbox every weekday.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 20d

A Madison alder is running to become Wisconsin’s first openly trans member of the Legislature.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 23d

Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday that WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes will resign after six years with the administration.

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Civic Media @civicmedia.us · 23d

Democratic State Senator Kelda Roys has entered the 2026 race for Governor of Wisconsin.

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