http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/badgercare-save-caw-s5.pngFull Legislature has the opportunity this week to override disastrous Finance Committee rejection of federal Medicaid expansion

LRB 2270 would allow dredging of sand from Lake Michigan and Superior for use on beaches as “clean” sand.

Stays with additional financial sanctions.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Trump on Monday announced additional sanctions against Iran targeting the country's supreme leader.

Trump signed an executive order in the Oval Office that he said will deny the supreme leader and others access to financial instruments. Trump had previously signaled he would levy additional sanctions on Iran amid simmering tensions between the two countries.

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http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/metallic-sulfide-mining-runoff-s5.jpgNew DHS recommendations are a step toward safeguarding water and health, says Conservation group.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-drinking-water-s5.jpgDangerous compounds have been found in wells contaminated by Tyco’s Marinette facility in the Town of Peshtigo and surrounding area.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisc-supremecourt-justices-s5.jpgGOP Extraordinary legislative session laws will remain in place with Thursday’s ruling.