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“I am honored to have the opportunity to design a flag for the 70th anniversary for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. As we all come to learn, human rights are the precious result from generation after generation’s understanding of the human struggle. I am proud to be a part of this force.” — Ai Weiwei On the morning of December 10, Fly The Flag unveiling a new flag created by Ai Weiwei to mark the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Commissioned to raise awareness of human rights, the grassroots moment of creative awareness and...

To discourage impaired driving and support public safety, law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin will patrol in greater numbers for longer hours during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday campaign that began on December 14 and continues through New Year’s Day. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is utilizing federal funds to support the stepped-up law enforcement efforts, public education and outreach. “The goal of this federal, state and local initiative is to prevent needless tragedies along our roadways and help ensure that everyone has a safe, enjoyable holiday season,” said Dave Ross, WisDOT Secretary. “We appreciate all...

Governor-elect Tony Evers announced the appointment of secretaries for the Departments of Administration, Corrections, Natural Resources, and Tourism on December 19. Joel Brennan will serve as Department of Administration secretary; Kevin Carr will serve as Department of Corrections secretary; Preston Cole will serve as Department of Natural Resources secretary; and Sara Meaney will serve as Department of Tourism secretary. “I’ve said all along that my goal is to build a Wisconsin where people come together to invest in a brighter future for everyone, and I believe that starts with assembling a Cabinet that represents Wisconsin values,” Governor-elect Tony Evers...

The future USS St. Louis was christened and launched into the Menominee River at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine Shipyard in Wisconsin on December 15, making it the 19th Freedom-class littoral combat ship (LCS-19) of the United States Navy. the USS Milwaukee (LCS-5) was similarly launched five years ago in December 2013. Launched by the Lockheed Martin-led shipbuilding team, the as yet uncommissioned ship will operate independently on missions around the world. Ship sponsor Barbara Broadhurst Taylor, the daughter of a decorated World War II aviator, christened LCS 19 just prior to launch. “LCS 19 is the second ship we’ve...

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin wrote to the CEO of Pfizer on December 11, calling on them to provide an explanation after the pharmaceutical company announced that they intended to increase the costs of 41 prescription drugs starting in January. Major drug companies have drastically raised prices for top-selling drugs over the past five years, in some cases more than doubling prices. This is despite increased sales and company profits. “I am disappointed that your company has decided to continue playing political games and to raise prices once again in January instead of making a commitment to permanently reduce prescription...

The MLK Steering Committee for Milwaukee recently announced that the 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Details have not been released yet, but the program will include a memorial tribute to Sandra Parks. The 13-year-old was fatally struck by a bullet in her home on November 19. Parks placed third in the 33rd annual MLK Day writing contest. The theme that year was “We Shall Overcome,” and 6th grader wrote about overcoming the violence in her neighborhood. Her essay spoke...