Tony Evers

GOP Lawmakers Propose School Water Filters to Address PFAS, Lead

Schools would also need to develop sampling and testing process.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting Budget Investments to Support Wisconsin’s Farmers, Producers, and Agricultural Industries Statewide

New MPS Superintendent Left Prior Job During Period It Faced Similar Criticism

Brenda Cassellius named Milwaukee superintendent as district faces numerous challenges.

Bipartisan Support for Medicaid Postpartum Expansion in Senate Health Committee

Bill would allow those that qualify to receive longer care.

MPS Audit Finds ‘Culture of Fear and Reluctance to Change’

But "prime opportunity" to overcome to get things right. Governor proposes $8 million in support.

GOP Lawmakers Push For More Nuclear Power in Wisconsin

Discussion comes as new Microsoft data center expected to use more power than every house in Dane County.

Illinois Delays Project to Keep Invasive Carp Out of Great Lakes

Gov. JB Pritzker says Trump administration can't be trusted to deliver promised funding.

Gov. Evers Releases First of Two Independent Audits of Milwaukee Public Schools

Audit directed by the governor proposes systemic operational changes, 29 actionable recommendations at MPS

Part 2: New Poll – Milwaukee Voters Reject Jill Underly’s Lowered Standards & DPI’s Honesty Gap, Demand Higher Expectations for Students

Public trust in the Department of Public Instruction and State Superintendent Jill Underly plummets as voters learn about statewide assessment changes

Republican Bill Moves Lawsuits Out of Dane County

A 'Court Fairness' proposal or an 'attempt to gerrymander the courts'?

Tesla Takes Wisconsin to Court, Demands to Open Dealerships

Company was denied exemption to state law barring carmakers from owning dealerships.

Republican Bill Bars Remote Work for Most Wisconsin State Employees

Will it improve or hurt workforce? Gov. Evers has promised a veto.

Meet the New MPS Superintendent

A change agent? Brenda Cassellius has higher-level educational experience than any past MPS head.

State Superintendent Jill Underly Running as Public Education Champion

'We need people in the Legislature who will fight for public schools, too,' incumbent says.

New Bill Requires Local Governments to Approve Solar and Wind Projects

As number of projects grow Wisconsin Republican legislators want local sign-off.

Round Up: Gov. Tony Evers and AG Josh Kaul Work To Protect Wisconsinites’ Privacy From Elon Musk

New Poll: Milwaukee Voters Demand Urgent Reforms to Address MPS’ Continued Shortcomings

Voters are rejecting Superintendent Jill Underly and DPI’s excuses for failing to hold MPS accountable — and continue to support significant reforms to address the district’s academic and financial challenges

Shadow President Musk & Republicans Defund Life-Saving Medical Research

Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit to Block NIH Funding Cuts Under Trump

UW says it will delay lifesaving discoveries related to cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes.

Gov. Tony Evers Releases Statement Regarding New Lawsuit to Stop Trump Administration from Gutting Life-Saving Medical Research

Reckless Trump Administration guts to federal funding target medical research, including efforts to find cures and treatments for things like Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes

Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul sue Trump Administration for Defunding Medical and Public Health Innovation Research

Coalition of 22 States Challenge NIH Funding Cuts of Universities and Research Institutes

State Superintendent Candidate Brittany Kinser Wants Higher Standards

Former teacher, principal and school choice lobbyist calls herself a 'moderate.'

Trump Admin Freezes Wisconsin’s $55 Million EV Charger Network Buildout

Milwaukee project not immediately impacted.

Gov. Evers’ Statement on New Lawsuit to Stop Trump Administration from Disclosing Wisconsinites’ Sensitive Information and Data

Wisconsin joins lawsuit against Trump Administration aiming to protect Wisconsinites’ Social Security numbers, bank account information, and other sensitive personal details

Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul Join 19 States in Suing to Stop Elon Musk and DOGE’s Attacks on Americans

High Court Rules Meagan Wolfe Can Remain State’s Top Elections Official

Unanimous Supreme Court ruling rejects Republican legislators' attempt to fire Wolfe.

State Superintendent Candidate Defends Lack of Education Licenses

Brittany Kinser lacks Wisconsin’s teachers license and current school administrator license.

Legislative Proposal Would Reverse DPI’s Changes To School Testing

Superintendent Jill Underly criticized for decision to change standards.

Evers’ Budget Offers $80 Million for Farmers, Food

Proposals to expand agricultural exports and ban term 'milk' by non-dairy products.

DATCP Accepting Applications for the Tribal Elder Community Food Box Program Grant through March 16

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers proposes $3.75 million in funding for Wisconsin’s farmers to prevent crop damage by cranes

Wisconsin Conservation Voters thank Gov. Evers for prioritizing public health, urges bipartisan prioritization of baseline PFAS groundwater standards

Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce $1 Million in Grant Awards to Support Farmer-Led Conservation and Clean Water Efforts

Governor announces increased funding for program in next budget

Dane County Will No Longer Send Immigration Data to the Feds

Some 25 Wisconsin counties accept federal funding to send info on immigrants to ICE.

Republicans Raise Questions About Proposed Election Observer Rules

GOP lawmakers want punishments for poll workers who deny close access to voters.

Republican Bill Forces Wisconsin Sheriffs to Cooperate With ICE

Sheriffs must report immigrants who lack permanent legal status or lose state funding.

Gov. Evers Announces Budget Investments to Support Wisconsin’s Farmers, Producers, Agricultural Industries Statewide

Governor’s 2025-27 Executive Budget will invest more than $80 million to support the success of Wisconsin farmers and processors, future of state’s agricultural industries

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Award $100 Million for Infrastructure Projects Supporting Wisconsin’s Farmers and Agricultural Industries

Investment secured in 2023-25 biennial budget will support 55 improvement projects across 36 counties

Shady Schimel Caught Falsely Manipulating Image in Ad; Raising Ethical Questions

DATCP’s 2024 Tribal Elder Community Food Box Grants Support Thousands of Tribal Elders and Their Families

Evers Announces $145 Million Plan to Address PFAS

His new budget will fund new grant programs, staff, testing and research.

Senator Jodi Habush Sinykin Praises Governor Evers’ Proactive Plan to Address PFAS in Our Water

Wisconsin Announces Unique Option for Licensed Professionals

Digital Wallet Card a convenient, first-in-the-nation tool

Rep. Piwowarczyk Introduces Legislation that Addresses Criminal Illegals Who Commit Felonies

Wisconsin Affordable Care Enrollment Again Sets a Record

313,579 Wisconsin residents enrolled for coverage through federal insurance marketplace.

Governor Evers approves WIS 32 (Lake Drive) improvement project in Milwaukee County

Gov. Evers Announces New Plans to Combat PFAS, Protect Kids and Families from Harmful Contaminants, and Expand Access to Clean, Safe Drinking Water

CFC Position Statement In Support of Assembly Bill 1

As Previewed in 2025 State of the State Address, Gov. Evers Approves DHS Emergency Rule to Strengthen Standards to Prevent Further Hazardous Lead Exposure to Wisconsin Kids

Rule allows more kids to be eligible for services to help reduce lead exposure

Wisconsin Joins Legal Effort to Preserve Tougher Standards for Lead in Water

Joins 9 states and DC to back new federal rules and push to replace lead pipes.

Legislature’s LGBTQ+ Caucus Doubles in Size

With 7 new members, the caucus now includes 12 lawmakers, all Democrats.

It’s Groundhog Day in State Capitol

New budget surplus estimate triggers GOP tax cut pledge. Again.

Prepare For Spring Conditions With Flood Insurance

Ben Wikler Loses Bid to Lead National Democratic Party

Minnesota's party leader Ken Martin elected next DNC chair. Wikler's record lauded.

Lawmakers Again Propose Extending Postpartum Medicaid

A 'no-brainer' has bipartisan support, was passed by 48 states. Will Vos let it die?

Gov. Evers and Attorney General Kaul Announce Temporary Restraining Order in Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s Illegal Federal Funding Freeze

Federal Judge Today Issued Temporary Restraining Order to Restore Funding, Orders Trump Administration Not to Withhold Federal Funding Allocated by Congress

Gov. Evers, OCI Announce a Record-Breaking 313,579 Wisconsinites Enroll in Health Coverage on HealthCare.gov

Final enrollment numbers underscore continued importance of affordable coverage options through the ACA, Evers Administration’s efforts over the last six years to expand access to quality, affordable healthcare

Milwaukee Is Losing a Generation of Black Men To Drug Crisis

Older Black men account for a growing share of Milwaukee drug deaths as fentanyl is mixed into cocaine.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting Efforts to Reduce Crime and Keep Kids, Families, and Communities Safe by Preventing Gun Violence

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Trump Administration’s Continued Efforts to Withhold Wisconsin’s Federal Funds

Revenue Estimates Show Growth, Require Sound Budgeting 

Collections remain strong, cost-to-continue remains high

White House Rescinds Federal Funding Memo, Yet Says It’s Still Pursuing Freeze

Trump administration continues to cause angst for recipients, questions about legality.

State Supreme Court To Take Up Reading Funds Dispute, Bypass Appeals Court

Can Republican-led committee withhold funding passed by Legislature?

Republicans Push Justice Protasiewicz to Recuse From Act 10 Case

Not the first such demand by GOP. State high court to review law decimating public unions.

Federal Judge Freezes the Freeze, Blocks Trump’s Plan

Temporary block lasts until Monday.

Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul Join 22 States in Suing to Stop Trump Administration from Withholding Essential Federal Funding

New Trump Administration Policy Would Block Trillions in Funding for Health, Education, Law Enforcement, Disaster Relief, and other Essential State Programs

Milwaukee Officials Trying To Understand Impact of Trump’s Federal Aid Freeze

Freeze could have massive impact, causing service cuts, layoffs and shutdowns.

Republican Legislators Propose Arming Teachers To Address Gun Violence

With grants for building safety and ending tax on gun safes.

MI Reality Check: Tony Evers’ ‘Year of the Kid’

$54.9 Million in Upgrades Approved for Brewers Stadium

Move to winterize stadium part of $500 million public subsidy passed in 2023.

Wisconsin Republicans Push to Limit Governor’s Veto Powers

Seeking yet another constitutional amendment to drastically restrict partial veto power.

Gov. Evers Kicks Off 2025 Year of The Kid with Efforts to Ensure Kids and Families Have Access to Safe, Clean Drinking Water

Governor approves rule to combat lead poisoning, directs additional $5 million to support the replacement, reconstruction, treatment, or abandonment of contaminated private wells to address PFAS and other contaminants

Serve Wisconsin now Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Governor’s Service Awards

Evers Faces Washington, April Elections Headwinds

Will governor run for reelection? Are political winds behind or against Democrats?

Gov. Evers Announces DFI Secretary Cheryll Olson-Collins to Retire, Wendy Baumann To Lead Agency

Wendy Baumann, former WWBIC head, appointed to lead Department of Financial Institutions.

Underly Defends Changing Standards While GOP Lawmakers Propose Reversion

'Confusing at best and misleading at worst,' say lawmakers about DPI changing benchmarks.

Evers Hosts Roundtable at Southside Grocery Store

Gov. Tony Evers visited El Rey supermarket the day after his State of the State Speech.

Judge Rules MPS Must Bring Police Officers Into Schools

District has less than a month to act.

Rep. Donovan Invites Governor Evers for Neighborhood Walks

Rep. Goodwin Applauds Governor Evers’ Visionary Leadership in State of the State Address

Rep. Sequanna Taylor Reacts to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

MacIver Statement on Governor’s State of the State Address

Representative Shelia Stubbs Applauds Governor Evers’ State of the State

State Rep. Mayadev Reflects on Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Senator Hesselbein Celebrates Gov Evers’ Year of the Kid Declaration

Senator Jodi Habush Sinykin Attends State of the State Address – “Ready to Build Upon this Momentum”

Senator Mark Spreitzer Praises 2025 State of the State Address from Governor Tony Evers

Representative Angelito Tenorio Applauds Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Representative Cruz Reacts to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Rep. Margaret Arney Reacts to Governor Evers’ State of the State

Sen. Keyeski Applauds Governor Evers Declaring 2025 the “Year of the Kid”

Keyeski expresses support for Governors’ announcements to invest in school-based mental health services, universal school meals initiative in 2025-27 Executive Budget proposal

Wisconsin Democrats on Gov. Evers’ 2025 State of the State Address

AFP-WI Responds to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Delivers 2025 State of the State Address

Senator Melissa Ratcliff Statement on Governor’s State of the State Address

Andraca Praises Gov. Evers’ State of the State Address

Rep. Snodgrass Applauds Governor’s “Year of the Kid”, Investment in Youth

State Of The State- Rep. Robyn Vining Appreciates Gov. Evers’ Focus On Wisconsin Mental Health

Gov. Evers Declares 2025 the Year of the Kid- “If We Want to Improve Our Kids’ Outcomes, Then We Have to Shorten the Odds”