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News from May 2024

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Wisconsin honors wastewater professionals for contributions during pandemic

By The Sconi | May 22, 2024

The Department of Health Services (DHS) today joined partners from the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District and the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene to honor Wisconsin wastewater professionals. The event coincides with Governor Evers proclaiming May 22, 2024, as Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day, recognizing these professionals for their role in protecting and promoting the health, safety, and overall well-being of Wisconsinites.

Coalition seeks clarity on public records law in Wisconsin Supreme Court

By The Sconi | May 22, 2024

On May 22, 2024, a coalition of three organizations filed an amicus brief in the Wisconsin Supreme Court case, Wisconsin Voters Alliance v. Secord. The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty are represented by the Wisconsin Transparency Project.

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2024 measles outbreak reported in Wisconsin as of week ending April 27

By The Sconi | May 21, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Wisconsin for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending April 20.

Wisconsin Institute files civil rights complaint against ABA for alleged discriminatory practices

By The Sconi | May 21, 2024

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a Title VI complaint against the American Bar Association (ABA) for allegedly discriminatory programs, including its “Judicial Clerkship Program” and “Judicial Intern Opportunity Program,” which offer exclusive opportunities to candidates based on race. The complaint also names three universities—South Texas College, the University of the Pacific, and Willamette University—for their involvement in the clerkship program.

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Wisconsin launches "Saying Not Saying" campaign against mental health stigma

By The Sconi | May 21, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has launched the "Saying, Not Saying" campaign aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. The initiative seeks to highlight the often unspoken realities behind the common question, "How are you?" and encourage a more open dialogue about mental health concerns.

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Wisconsin DHS announces updated immunization requirements for schools

By The Sconi | May 20, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced updates to immunization requirements for children in child care centers and schools. The changes include a requirement for meningitis vaccination and documentation of chickenpox infection by a qualified medical professional. Exemption options for medical, religious, or philosophical reasons remain unchanged.

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Wisconsin ranked 39th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By The Sconi | May 17, 2024

With $279,590 in home loans issued, Wisconsin ranked 39th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin ranks 29th in total VA home loans during Q1

By The Sconi | May 17, 2024

Wisconsin ranked 29th in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2024 with 1,012 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Garrett on ballot box case: ‘It’s extraordinary that a two-year old decision that simply followed the statutory text is being revisited’

By The Sconi reports | May 17, 2024

As the Wisconsin Supreme Court reevaluates a landmark 2022 decision restricting absentee ballot drop boxes, Pat Garrett, Communications Director of the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, expressed concerns over revisiting established legal precedent.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Wisconsin in Q1 2024 vs. Q4 2023

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

The VA issued 15 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Wisconsin during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 18 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 13.0% fewer home purchase loans in Wisconsin in Q1

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

There were 766 VA home purchases in Wisconsin in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $222.4 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin receives $4.7 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q1

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

The VA issued 15 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Wisconsin during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Scandal-hit Wisconsin Social Services Agency Faces Uncertain Future

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

The Social Development Commission (SDC), Wisconsin’s largest anti-poverty social services agency, closed abruptly in late April following a series of scandals that spanned over three decades. The future of the SDC remains uncertain as its most recent board chair, Elmer Moore Jr., and its chief executive officer, George Hinton, have left their positions after the recent misallocation of $100,000 in federal home-weatherization program funds and non-payment to contractors.

WILL report highlights need for increased mental health resources

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, underscoring the necessity of providing individuals with access to crucial resources and support. A recent report by WILL indicates a significant decline in social capital—people's networks and relationships—over the past few decades, a situation exacerbated by the pandemic. Current societal trends reveal less time spent with friends and family or involvement in community activities such as volunteering or civic engagement, leading to increased loneliness and isolation.

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Officer-involved death in Beloit under investigation by Wisconsin DOJ

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently investigating an officer-involved death that occurred in the City of Beloit, Wis. on the afternoon of Thursday, May 16, 2024.

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The economic implications of eliminating fossil fuels in Wisconsin

By The Sconi | May 16, 2024

The ongoing debate on eliminating fossil fuel use by 2050, especially in Wisconsin, is met with resistance due to the significant costs involved. Advocates of this transition often overlook the numerous expenses tied to phasing out gas or diesel-powered engines and the subsequent price increases for goods manufactured in factories using fossil fuels or transported via oil or diesel-burning vehicles.

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VA provides 766 home purchase loans in Wisconsin in Q1

By The Sconi | May 15, 2024

There were 766 VA home purchase loans issued in Wisconsin in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $222.4 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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3 illegal immigrants arrested in Wisconsin in April for murder, sex crimes against children, human trafficking, and drugs

By The Sconi | May 15, 2024

528 illegal aliens were arrested in April 2024 alone for crimes, including murder, sex crimes against children, human trafficking, and drug smuggling. Three of these offenders were apprehended in Wisconsin on charges including driving under the influence, hit-and-run, and first-degree sexual assault of a child, according to an analysis from Restoration News.

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VA provides 1,012 home loans in Wisconsin totaling $282.9 million in Q1

By The Sconi | May 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,012 home loans totaling $282.9 million in Wisconsin during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Analysis: Cost of gas up 45% in Wisconsin during President Joe Biden’s tenure

By The Sconi | May 15, 2024

An analysis of gas price data revealed that Wisconsin consumers are paying 45% more for gasoline than they were when President Biden was sworn into office.