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'Families cannot afford to live in Biden’s America': Average Wisconsin household has lost $7,100

By The Sconi Report | Jan 5, 2023

EJ Antoni, a research fellow in regional economics at The Heritage Foundation's Center for Data Analysis, said the Biden administration's policies have driven up inflation, costing the average household thousands of dollars through a combination of costs rising faster than wages and high-interest rates.

Grogan: 'So excited to vote for Justice Dan Kelly' for Wisconsin Supreme Court

By The Sconi Report | Jan 5, 2023

Wisconsin Court of Appeals District 11 Judge Shelley Grogan is leaving little doubt about where she stands in the race to fill the open seat on the state Supreme Court.

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate reduced sentence of man who molested mentally disabled daughter

By The Sconi Report | Jan 4, 2023

Judge Jennifer Dorow of the Waukesha County Circuit Court, a state Supreme Court candidate, recently wrote in a Twitter post that she is excited to be a candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and sees it as an opportunity to continue the service she has done as a circuit court judge.

Biden: 'It's going to be a great year'; Wisconsin business owners predict recession

By The Sconi Report | Jan 4, 2023

President Joe Biden said in a tweet that he believes 2023 will be a "great year," because parts of the Inflation Reduction Act are going into effect. However, the high rate of inflation over the last year resulted in trillions of dollars in lost wealth for American households, and many are struggling to keep up with high costs of living. Some economists are predicting a nationwide recession in 2023, and a majority of business owners surveyed by Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce predict a recession.

Wisconsin's Evers on education funding: 'Budget will invest in getting our kids, educators, and schools the support and resources they need to succeed'

By The Sconi Report | Jan 1, 2023

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is wasting little time in reestablishing his position regarding the new state budget.

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Vanguard: 2022 saw 'signs of increasing financial strain' as Wisconsin consumer sentiment index dropped significantly in 2022

By The Sconi Report | Dec 26, 2022

Recent Vanguard survey data shows that investors have turned to their retirement savings for cash in 2022 as hardship withdrawals reach all time highs. There was a noticeable uptick in Americans pulling from their savings demonstrating a decline in the financial stability of households, despite IRS penalties. Vanguard’s head of investor research says this could cause “deterioration in the financial health of the average consumer.” The consumer sentiment index across the North Central region, including Wisconsin, has declined throughout 2022. Long-term predictions show GDP growth to average out which has investors bracing for incoming short-term financial hardship.

Madison mayor: 'We all deserve mobility choices to get us to where we need to go'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 26, 2022

A beaming Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway made a point of being front and center for the groundbreaking on the city’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

Congressman Steil shares excitement after Green Bay Packers select Racine veterans' organization for its annual 'Give Back Award'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 24, 2022

Wisconsin Congressman, Bryan Steil, is championing the Green Bay Packers recent decision to award the Racine Veteran Outreach nonprofit with its annual $250,000 grant.

Larson: 'When people can't afford health insurance, we all pay for it'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 23, 2022

Most Wisconsin residents support expanding the state's BadgerCare program.

Larson: 'Are we close to harnessing the power of the sun for unlimited clean energy?'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 20, 2022

Scientists have finally achieved fusion ignition.

Tony Evers: 'Our kids deserve to grow up in a world where they're free to be who they are and marry who they love'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 19, 2022

Tony Evers, Governor of State of Wisconsin, Government said on Dec 13th.

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EIA expects 'higher wholesale electricity prices this winter in every region of the country' as Wisconsinites will spend 62% more for electricity this winter

By The Sconi Report | Dec 15, 2022

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts a long, dark winter with limited natural gas production and rising demand for natural gas, setting the scene for rising energy prices across much of the country, including Wisconsin.

'Inflation is a tax on ALL Americans' as Midwest Region, Wisconsin CPI report shows 6.8% inflation rate

By The Sconi Report | Dec 13, 2022

On Dec. 13, the newest Consumer Price Index report for the Midwest, including Wisconsin, was released showing an overall slight decrease in the annual inflation rate at 6.8%, which economists say is a good sign but is still much higher than pre-pandemic levels. The price of goods continue to rise as workers are taking on second jobs to make ends meet. President Biden was pleased with the report while his critics said prices and overall inflation are still very high causing Americans to lose money overall in the last two years.

ready4copy/Larson warns of 'surges' in flu cases, urges more vaccinations

By The Sconi Report | Dec 12, 2022

As threats of the “triple-demic” rise across the country, Wisconsin state Sen. Chris Larson (D-Bay View) is sounding the alarm in the Dairy State in his crusade to keep residents safe from infection.

Wisconsin's Evers on #ShopSmallWI: 'Our small businesses are the hearts of our Main Streets'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 10, 2022

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is leaving no doubt about where his heart and focus are this holiday season.

Wisconsin's Cowles on Veteran Suicide Awareness March: 'Too many veterans come home with unseen injuries'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 9, 2022

Wisconsin state Sen. Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) points to the annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March as another time and place to offer veterans everywhere the praise and gratitude he feels they deserve.

Will County sheriff: 'Senseless heinous attack' committed by man Dorow gave two days to report to jail for domestic violence

By The Sconi Report | Dec 8, 2022

Will County Sheriff Mike Kelley thanked those involved in apprehending an Oak Creek man who attacked an elderly couple and expressed his sympathy for the victims. The attacker had been sentenced to jail the previous day for a domestic violence incident, but was given two days to report by Judge Jennifer Dorow, who is running for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Instead of reporting to jail, the man drove to Illinois and attacked the parents of his soon-to-be ex-wife.

Dorow: 'I understand families and their desire for a safe and nurturing community' as critics point out lenient sentencings

By The Sconi Report | Dec 8, 2022

Waukesha County Judge Jennifer Dorow has launched her campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, hailing herself as someone completely in tune with the people of her community.

Evers: 'Investing in clean energy isn't just the right thing to do, it's also the smart thing to do'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 7, 2022

Gov. Tony Evers (D-WI) is selling his clean energy plan as a "can’t lose" proposition for the state.

Wisconsin's Baldwin on Respect for Marriage Act: 'I'm working across party lines to ensure their marriages are protected'

By The Sconi Report | Dec 3, 2022

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has no regrets about taking the position she has on the Respect for Marriage Act, which easily passed the Senate this week.

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