Rock County

Young Democrats of Wisconsin Endorse Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court & Local Candidates

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Dozens Of Bills

DATCP Announces 2026 Commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program Grant Recipients

Regulators Approve Solar and Battery Project for We Energies Customers

DWD Awards Equipment Grants to Three School Districts

Alliant Energy Plans to Build $730 Million Wind Farm

277-megawatt Columbia County project with 40 wind turbines will power 100,000 homes.

2025 WisDOT Excellence in Construction Awards Recognize Resilience, Collaboration in Infrastructure Projects

Contractors honored for improvement projects in Clark, Dane, Milwaukee, Pierce, Rock and Winnebago counties

2026 Fairest of the Fair Crowned

Gov. Evers, Wheda Announce More Than $6.3 Million for Affordable Housing Loan Program Awards

Investment will support five affordable housing developments, more than 520 housing units statewide

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

More than $3.5 million awarded through Packers Foundation grants in 2025

WisDOTs recipe for a safe Thanksgiving weekend

Drivers should expect company on Wisconsin roads

Voces de la Frontera Applauds Palmyra and Kenosha Community Victories Against 287(g) Agreements

Representative Clinton Anderson and Senator Mark Spreitzer Introduce Resolution Supporting Wisconsin Farmers Hurt By Trump Agenda

From big dreams to bigger smiles, a new children’s museum is coming to downtown Janesville

Grant supports creation of new children’s museum, boosting downtown Janesville’s economic growth and family resources

DWD Awards Nearly $1 Million in Equipment Grants to 19 School Districts

More than 4,000 students to benefit from training in high-demand industries

Baldwin Wraps Up “fighting for Wisconsin Families” Tour After Nearly 45 Stops

In month-long tour, Baldwin highlights work to lower costs as Republicans gut Medicaid and nutrition assistance and Donald Trump’s trade war drags on

ECCHO Celebrates Civic Health Month With Grassroots Leadership Across Wisconsin

Put Safety First During Labor Day Weekend Travel

Expect company on Wisconsin roads and “know before you go” with 511wi.gov

State Warns of Possible Measles Exposure at Truck Stops

Traveler to Wisconsin may have exposed people to measles.

Possible Measles Exposures in Wisconsin from Out-of-State Traveler

DHS sharing public locations, asking residents to watch for symptoms and check their vaccine status

Baldwin, Capito, Hassan Lead Bipartisan Bill to Deliver First Responders with Training and Tools to Prevent Overdose Deaths

Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce Investments to Support Wisconsin’s Meat Processing Industry

Thanks to budget investments secured by the governor, the successful Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant Program will continue supporting the profitability and sustainability of the state’s meat processing facilities and workforce

Older Adults Account for 20% of Wisconsin’s Suicides

Older men have highest rate. Experts discuss possible causes and solutions.

Drive safely, celebrate responsibly during Fourth of July weekend

Check 511wi.gov for the latest traffic information on Wisconsin roads

Two Charged As Result of Multi-Agency Investigation

Rock County Deer Farm Confirmed with CWD

WisDOT encourages focus on safety with construction, summer travel underway

‘Know before you go’ with 511 Wisconsin

Wisconsin Crisis Helpline Shutting Down, Due to Federal Funding Cuts

'Uplift Wisconsin' helps those with mental health, substance abuse problems.

New Film Documents Closure of Two-Year Colleges in Wisconsin

Director Ken Brosky questions the loss of Washington County and Richland campuses.

Walworth County Man Charged With Child Sexual Exploitation, Trafficking

Over $2.7 Billion in USDA Funding Invested in Wisconsin Since 2021 – Four-year report provides details of projects and program funding

Four-year report provides details of projects and program funding

November 18-22 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin

Candidates Ignore State’s Looming ‘Senior Tsunami’

Over-75 population expected to explode, creating huge shortage of health care workers.

Mechanics, tech behind election administration topic of Oct. 22 Tech Council luncheon in Madison

Wisconsin Utilities Propose $1.9 Billion in Renewable Energy Projects

We Energies, WPS and MGE back five projects. But what will it cost ratepayers?

DHS to Mark International Overdose Awareness Day with New Investments to Reduce Drug Overdose Deaths

Strategies will focus on harm reduction services and supports

Wisconsin State Patrol welcomes 23 new officers at graduation, including first lateral recruit class

Officers From 103 Outside Police Departments Will Guard RNC

And that's before counting federal agencies and private security guards.

Beloit Has Worst Air Pollution in U.S.?

So says international report. ‘It’s time for us to do something about it.’

Former Milwaukee Election Official Gets 1-Year Probation For Sending Fake Ballots

Kimberly Zapata will also pay $3K in fines and complete 120 hours of community service.

DHS Confirms Case of Measles in Dane County

Health officials investigating to identify possible exposures

Law Enforcement Agencies Awarded Grants from State Opioid Settlement Funds

Funded projects focus on prevention, intervention, and treatment activities

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $495,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants

Students at 17 Wisconsin school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

DWD Announces Almost $4 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 22 employers and new or increased wages for 2,133 trainees

Gov. Evers Slams Senate Republicans for Once Again Baselessly Firing Qualified Appointees, Names Immediate Appointments to Ensure Critical Government Operations Continue

DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Village Of Clinton

Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment

Law Enforcement and First Responders Back Baldwin’s Bill to Help Address Fentanyl and Opioid Crisis

Support grows for Baldwin’s bipartisan bill to ensure first responders have training and resources to prevent overdose deaths

DNR’s Green Tier Program Welcomes New Legacy Communities

Central Standard Doubles Down on Sustainability

New partnership embraces locally-sourced grains, sustainable agricultural practices.

Election Deniers Make False Charges at Senate Hearing on Top Election Official

Attorney General says Republicans' hearing to consider ousting Meagan Wolfe is illegal.

DWD Announces $227,520 in Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve More Than 1,030 Students

Training will boost workforce readiness and fill the need for skilled manufacturing workers

Incidental Take Notice For Rock County

Despite Legal Gay Marriage, Wisconsin Laws Still Centered On Husband and Wife

From birth certificates to court documents, same-sex parents have concerns.

Remote Work Proves Durable in Wisconsin

400,000 in state, or 15% of workforce, now work remotely.

DHS Awards $8 million for Opioid and Stimulant Treatment Service

Tribal nation and county agencies to use funding from the State Opioid Response Grant Program to support local needs

DWD Announces $3.8 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 24 employers and new or increased wages for 1,415 trainees

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking of an Adult and a Minor

More Members of Law Enforcement Endorse Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate

WATCH: Mandela Barnes’ Plans on Public Safety

Work on safer driving during Labor Day weekend

UW System President Jay Rothman announces Wisconsin Tuition Promise with UW-Milwaukee, UW-Parkside and UW-Whitewater

Program starting in fall 2023 will help underserved students obtain a degree tuition-free

Statewide Republican Candidates

Hotly-contested race for gubernatorial nomination is just the tip of the iceberg.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Over $14 Million to Build Capacity for Wisconsin’s Behavioral Health Needs

Projects to increase access and build workforce for mental health and substance use services

House Districts’ Maps Protect Incumbents

State's 8 congressional districts typically won by incumbents, resulting in long tenure.

Senator Baldwin Applauds Biden Administration’s Approval of Casino in Beloit

Decision allows Ho-Chunk Nation to move forward with construction of long-anticipated casino project

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $187 Million for Wisconsin in Omnibus Appropriations Legislation

Federal funding delivers support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $4 Million in Healthcare Infrastructure Grants to Support Healthcare Access in Janesville and Edgerton

Most Police Departments Not Certified By State Group

Only 11% of eligible law enforcement agencies in Wisconsin have this accreditation.

Wisconsin Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking Adult and Minor Victims

WisDOT Announces 2021 Excellence in Construction Awards

Contractors honored for projects in Oneida, Vilas, Milwaukee, Menominee, Dunn, Sauk, and Rock counties

Former Rock County Deputy Sheriff Arrested for Child Sexual Assault

December 15, 2021

Health Care Providers in Limbo After Court Blocks Vaccine Mandate

More than a quarter of state’s nursing home staff haven’t been vaccinated.

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $176 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Package

Federal funding would deliver support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

Nursing Home Workers Resist Vaccines

38% in state unvaccinated though long-term care facilities have high rate of COVID-19 deaths.

Republican Schools Colleagues on Election Lies

Elections chair Sen. Kathy Bernier runs 2.5 hour meeting with experts and verifiable facts.

Outreach Efforts Getting More Vaccinated

Health clinics, literacy centers reaching out to immigrants and low-income people.

Federal Eviction Ban Covers Metro Milwaukee

All four counties among 80% in nation with high or substantial rates of COVID-19.

42 Wisconsin State Patrol cadets become officers at graduation ceremony

Can Newcomer Turn a Red Seat Blue?

Republicans have held 1st Congressional District for three decades. Ann Roe seeks an upset.

Evers Bets More Gaming Means Jobs

Illinois, Iowa and Michigan now allow online sports betting. Wisconsin may join them.

DHS Community-Based Vaccination Clinics to Begin Ramping Down Operations

Multiple COVID-19 vaccination options continue to be available

raSmith Staff Recognized as Qualified Roundabout Designers

Jury Reaches Guilty Verdicts in Rock County Shooting

April 16, 2021

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in Marathon County Opens April 6

Fourth DHS community-based vaccination clinic to open

Gov. Evers Announces Concurrence with Department of Interior’s Decision Regarding Ho-Chunk Nation’s Beloit Casino Proposal

Beloit project expected to create more than 1,500 long-term jobs, 2,000 construction jobs

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in Racine County Opens March 23

Third DHS community-based vaccination clinic to open

Gov. Evers to Visit DHS Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in La Crosse County on Opening Day

Northwestern Mutual Awards Nearly $300,000 in Grants for Exemplary Volunteerism

Company advisors demonstrate strengthened commitment amidst nationwide volunteerism increase

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce First Community-Based Vaccination Clinic In Rock County To Open February 16

AG Kaul Announces Settlement with County Materials Corp. to Resolve Wisconsin Air Law Violations at Janesville Facility

February 5, 2021

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

UPDATE: Charges Filed in Infant Death Investigation

January 12, 2021

Disputes Over Who to Give Vaccine Slow Process

State panel hashes out who should be next in line, while some say they can't wait.

Wisconsin National Guard conducts shortened COVID-19 testing week due to New Year’s holiday

Wisconsin National Guard tops 900,000 COVID-19 tests collected; testing week shortened over Thanksgiving holiday

Correcting Misinformation about Wisconsin’s Election

Elected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count

Wisconsin National Guard will conduct COVID-19 specimen collection in 45 Wisconsin counties this week