http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/critical-illness-2-s5.jpgRepublican members jeopardize investments in Wisconsin’s future by rejecting funding for cancer research facility, veteran homes, and mental health facilities.

Sen. Jeff Smith will hosting nine budget listening sessions in northwestern Wisconsin in March and April.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/flooding-east-river-gb-wbay-s5.jpgIce melt and rain resulted in flooding, ice jams, and rivers and creeks to rise. State agencies, including the Wisconsin National Guard, will provide personnel and resources.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/woman-soldier-unit-s5.jpgGov. Tony Evers and Sen. Tammy Baldwin both call for independent, comprehensive review.