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School districts, communities, take stock of April referendum results
The results were mixed last week for the school districts that went to voters for approval to raise local property taxes as a way of helping meet costs. Fifty-six of 93 referendum requests passed — about a 60% passage rate — according to preliminary results. The results will have implications for how school districts afford […] The post School districts, communities, take stock of April referendum results appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Health and Human Services increases loan forgiveness for OBs, midwives who practice in rural areas
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday a $25,000 increase in loan forgiveness available to primary care providers in designated underserved areas. That means qualifying individuals are eligible for up to $75,000 in forgiveness if they commit to two full-time years of service. The amount is available to medical and osteopathic doctors, […] The post Health and Human Services increases loan forgiveness for OBs, midwives who practice in rural areas appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Wisconsin Bar association changes definition of ‘diversity’ after pressure from WILL
The Wisconsin Bar Association has changed the definition of “diversity” after reaching a partial settlement with the conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), which had sued the Bar in federal court over its Diversity Clerkship Program. Late last year, WILL sued the Bar on behalf of attorney Daniel Suhr, who argued that the […] The post Wisconsin Bar association changes definition of ‘diversity’ after pressure from WILL appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Hmong and Asian American histories now required subjects in Wisconsin schools
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law Thursday to require schools in Wisconsin to teach students about Hmong and Asian American histories. “The Hmong and Asian American communities are a critical part of our state’s history, culture, economy, and our future. It’s important that we celebrate our shared histories and honor the people who […] The post Hmong and Asian American histories now required subjects in Wisconsin schools appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Mixed results for democracy on Election Day in Wisconsin
There wasn’t much drama left in the 2024 presidential primary by the time Wisconsinites cast their ballots Tuesday. Still, the roughly 25% of voters who turned out on a day of heavy rain that became a driving snowstorm by afternoon took part in a significant struggle for democracy — with a mix of ominous and […] The post Mixed results for democracy on Election Day in Wisconsin appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
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