WPT Midweek Moment

No election observer guidance from WEC. WILL is filing an appeal in a major lawsuit. How much state aid has been doled out for roads? A species of bird is in serious danger in Wisconsin. Fab Lab grants are now open. And Wisconsin is again investing in ambiguity.

Evers' special session was yesterday. WILL has filed a lawsuit to halt the Biden Admin's student debt forgiveness program. What is the Wisconsin DOJ doing to prepare for elections? How are Room Tax revenues doing post-pandemic? And Evers announces a new partnership with a bipartisan group of governors.

How much did property values increase in WI in 2022? The Evers' admin is asking for big budget increases -- so is Wisconsin's AG. How many people received COVID rent assistance since 2020? And Evers' announces more funding for domestic violence and homeless shelters.

Gov. Evers calls a special session. How's Wisconsin's population forecast looking? EV charging station coming to a highway near you. And a really ridiculous spending segment.

The City of Milwaukee is pushing a Get Out The Vote campaign, and legislative leaders have responded. A big name headlining and event for Tim Michels. The Elections Commission has walked back certain guidance. And when will the first and only gubernatorial debate take place?

WEC has issued new guidance for disabled absentee voters. How do Wisconsinites feel about the School Choice program? WDOJ announces a massive settlement with JUUL Labs. And it's almost crossbow season!

The DNR has released the hunting dates and guidelines for 2022, DPI is putting out pretty charged 'guest columns,' and Governor Evers announces how he plans to spend the state surplus.

A couple of headlines, and the results of yesterday's partisan primary election!

WEC reminds people how to spoil their ballots. Sen. Ron Johnson pushing the IRS to get moving on tax return backlog. What did Gov. Evers announce with other Midwestern governors yesterday? The state invests $8 million more into EMS expansion.

US Senate candidate drops out of the race. GOP candidates are sparring over the fuel tax. A new absentee ballot lawsuit. And more ARPA dollars have been spent.

Big PFAS lawsuit filed in court this morning. Which rich coasties are giving to Gov. Evers' campaign? SCOTUS approval is tanking. And the New North has a new diversity program.

A major announcement from a GOP gubernatorial candidate. Republican lawmakers reaching across the aisle to Governor Evers. How do Wisconsin employers feel about the state of the state economy? And where to find WPT at Farm Tech Days!

More ARPA dollars for local governments, the DPW is having its annual convention, Gov. Evers fixes the gas price problem, and how many people fork for a government in Wisconsin.

The ballots are set for this the August primary and November general elections. Evers admin is helping build a rail spur in SE Wisconsin. Elder abuse resources, and more.

Gov. Evers calls a surprise special session of the legislature. Is our Treasurer focused on politics? Which lawmaker's resignation has taken effect. Lawmakers calling on feds to lift fuel blending requirements, and more.

It's June -- that means it's Dairy Month! It's also homeownership awareness month. What is our State Treasurer doing to boost homeownership? Finance Committee approves critical funding for a bit issue around Wisconsin. And Gov. Evers spends $22 million more in ARPA funding.

What's happening with rural startups in Wisconsin? A new Slow the Spread campaign has been launched. The state's ranking for hospital prices is out. And "keep others safe" by wearing your seat belt this weekend.

Title IX complaint for incorrect grammar? DHS is urging Wisconsin residents to mask-up! Speaker Vos not so keen on newly selected UW-Madison chancellor, and more.

Big news from two of Wisconsin's largest employers. What's going on with the Nursing Board? The latest home builders report is out. And is a Wisconsin Veterans Home in jeopardy?

This week's big story? Fed will take action on inflation. Jill Underly is spending nearly $1.5 billion million more in federal 'emergency funds.' Which candidate is divesting from their company? And it's almost opening fishing weekend!

How many vetoes in this session compared to others? The $280+ million in federal transportation aids were just allocated. And another retirement announcement from an unlikely lawmaker.

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