http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/senate-scholar-program-s5.jpgSen. Smith writes about learning opportunities like the Senate Scholar Program and internships that provide young people with the skills to take the baton from the older generation.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/911-dispatch-columbia-co-s5.jpgUnsung public safety workers help save lives every day.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/brian-hagedorn-sce-s5.jpgElection watchdog group says Supreme Court Justice-elect failed to file occupation information as required by law on 159 contributors.

Trump is coming to Wisconsin to sell a record of broken promises and sow division say Dems.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/drug-cost-s5.jpgPopular prescription drug program extended until December 31st, 2028

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/medical-marijuana-s5.jpgLatest Marquette University Law Poll reveals over 2/3rds of Wisconsinites are ready for further substantive reforms.

State of the Tribes Address improves working relationship between state and the eleven sovereign tribal nations in Wisconsin, Hintz applauds budget proposals that invest in tribes.

State Legislature celebrates team after Division III national championship.

MADISON – On Tuesday, Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) honored the UW Oshkosh Men’s Basketball team for winning the Division III national championship last month. The Titans defeated Swarthmore 96-82 in the national title game. Representative Hintz and Senator Dan Feyen presented the team with a Joint Resolution from the State Legislature.

“Our entire community is so proud of this team for bringing a national championship to Oshkosh. These things don’t just happen. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and sacrifice. Congratulations to everyone in the Men’s Basketball program for achieving this level of excellence. I would also like to thank UW Oshkosh administrators led by Chancellor Andrew Leavitt for their support of this successful athletic department.

“I’m glad that Coach Matt Lewis, Chancellor Leavitt, and members of the team were able to come to the State Capitol to be honored for this great accomplishment.”

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/education-s5.jpgSen. Smith writes about public education and the impact of referenda in funding local schools.

Work of Froedert & the Medical College of WI and Ascension WI to help combat gun violence is inspiring, says Bowen.

MILWAUKEE, WI - Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to the announcement of the Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention’s “414 Life” partnership with area hospitals:

“Preventing gun violence is paramount to communities all over the State and in our 10th Assembly District in Milwaukee. Today’s announcement of the new ‘414 Life’ partnership with the City of Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention and area Hospitals: Froedert & the Medical College of WI and Ascension WI to help combat gun violence is inspiring. I look forward to future State efforts to be a partner with local communities to keep our communities safe.”