Walworth County

Opioid Treatment In Wisconsin Jails Doubles, Yet Gaps Persist

Most jails now offer at least one addiction medication, but some counties still provide no access.

Report Ties Planned Gas Plants To 100-Plus Premature Deaths

UW researchers say southeast Wisconsin projects would boost fine particle pollution; utilities dispute the findings.

Racine Co. Election Denier Found Guilty of Voter Fraud

Harry Wait requested absentee ballots for Robin Vos and Racine mayor to test the system -- and got caught.

DNR Monitoring Manure Spill in Walworth County

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Walworth County

Are Milwaukee Schools Vulnerable to Measles Outbreak?

Only 11% of 152 schools in city are at herd immunity levels of 95% for MMR vaccine.

Wisconsin Health Professionals Hold We Energies Accountable for Harming Community Health in a New Quarterly Report, Contrasting We Energies Q4 Earnings Release

DHS Announces Measles Exposures in Milwaukee County

Case related to exposure out of state, health officials advise residents to watch for symptoms and check their vaccine status

Baldwin Secures Over $32 Million in Direct Support for 26 Projects in Southeast Wisconsin in Government Funding Bill

Baldwin stops Trump’s cuts to public education, cancer research, and opioid and addiction services

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

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

Wisconsin NRB Meeting Dec. 10

We Energies Plans Nine Power Projects With $5.5 Billion Cost

Utility wants to build 7 solar projects, 2 new gas plants to create almost three gigawatts of new power.

Village Of Fontana-On-Geneva-Lake Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land

Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In Fontana-On-Geneva-Lake

US Rep. Bryan Steil Faces Hostile Audience During Town Hall

Steil was met with boos and jeers during his first town hall since passage of President Trump's sweeping budget and immigration law.

More Wisconsin Sheriffs Sign-Up To Cooperate With ICE

Participation in controversial 287(g) program nearly doubles.

Drive safely, celebrate responsibly during Fourth of July weekend

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

Wisconsin State Patrol plans aerial enforcement in four counties this week

Wisconsin Gardeners, Food Pantries Unite to Feed the Hungry

Amid federal food aid cuts, a call to 'Plant A Row for the Hungry.'

WisDOT encourages focus on safety with construction, summer travel underway

‘Know before you go’ with 511 Wisconsin

DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance For Vernon Wildlife Area And Bloomfield State Habitat Area

Public Comment Period Open Through April 17

Walworth County Man Charged With Child Sexual Exploitation, Trafficking

1.3 Million People in State Threatened By Possible Medicaid Cuts

Federally funded care for poor, elderly and disabled helps 1 in 5 Wisconsin residents.

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

Wisconsin’s Immigrant Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Mass Deportation’

A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Wisconsin Supreme Court Declines to Release Voter Records

Records for people deemed incompetent to vote sought by conservative group.

DATCP Designates New Agricultural Enterprise Areas in Sauk and Walworth Counties

The World’s Tallest Glass Tree to Grow Even Taller at Yerkes Observatory

More than 2o,000 people expected to experience a holiday tradition unlike any other December 6-8 and 13-15

DNR, WisDOT Partner To Add 420 Acres Of Restored Habitat To Turtle Valley Wildlife Area

Steil, Barca At Odds In Southeastern Wisconsin Congressional Race

The race between US Rep. Bryan Steil and Democratic challenger Peter Barca hold differing views on many issues.

Did Harbor Commissioner Serve Illegally?

Ron San Felippo has homes in East Troy and Florida while serving on commission and also voting in elections as city resident.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Two Election Cases

Regarding a conspiracy group's request for records and Racine's mobile voting units.

Property Tax Levies Across State Saw Biggest Hike Since 2007

But overall property tax rate in Wisconsin declined for 10th straight year, report finds.

WisDOT construction forecast for Labor Day weekend travelers

Don’t fall into bad driving habits – buckle up, be patient, and put your phone down

Wisconsin Has A Little-Known GOP Primary for U.S. Senate Tuesday

While focus has been on the November general election, Eric Hovde faces a low-key primary challenge from Rejani Raveendran and Charles Barman.

DWD Awards Eight School Districts Equipment Grants

More than $206,000 in regional funding to benefit 2,000 students in Southeast Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $408,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve About 4,600 Students

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

Expect company on Wisconsin roads during Fourth of July weekend travel

Statewide travel info at your fingertips via 511wi.gov and the mobile app

DNR: Do Not Illegally Harvest Cicadas

Removing Insects From State Park Properties Is Against The Law

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce New Rustic Roads Guide, Highlighting Wisconsin’s Roads Less Traveled

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.

American Family Field Homestand Highlights: April 26 – May 1

Major Promotions Include Hockey Theme Night on Friday, April 26 and City Connect Tumbler Gate Giveaway to First 30,000 Ticketed Fans on Saturday, April 27

Attorney General Kaul Releases Update at Three-Year Anniversary of Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative

DNR To Conduct Aerial Spraying For Spongy Moth Caterpillars At Six Properties

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

Only 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested

Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.

State of the Tribes Speech Emphasizes Diversity

Potawatomi chairman James Crawford notes diversity of 11 tribes and their common needs.

In Fight Over Voter Rolls, State’s Top Judges Can’t Agree on Sensitive Data

Dispute between Court of Appeals districts reveals growing partisan divide in the judiciary.

Gov. Evers Appoints Kathleen Kostock as Walworth County Register of Deeds

Elkhorn School District Parent Seeks Ban on 444 Book Titles

Largest such request in nation? School district considers changing book policy.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Walworth County Register of Deeds

AG Kaul Wants Sealed Catholic Church Records

Bankruptcy case sealed records, but Kaul says information could help update list of credibly accused priests.

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

DWD Announces Almost $1.3 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 12 employers and new or increased wages for 714 trainees

DHS Launches Independent Living Supports Pilot Program

New effort explores ways to support Wisconsinites living at home longer, for better health outcomes

Ashley Hagenow Selected as the 76th Alice in Dairyland

Ex-Cardinal McCarrick Faces Sexual Assault Charge

1970s incident discovered as result of attorney general's clergy abuse task force.

Attorney General Kaul Releases Update in Advance of Two-Year Anniversary of Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative

April 17, 2023

Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick Charged With 4th Degree Sexual Assault Following Report to Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative

April 17, 2023

DWD Announces Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve More Than 2,200 Students

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

With no dissent, court rules against big-box retailers' tax reduction strategy.

How Much Clout Does Your U.S. Rep Have?

Which committee does each one sit on and why it matters to Wisconsin.

Incidental Take Notice For Walworth County

Incidental Take Notice For Walworth County

Referendums Seek To Block Election Grants From Zuckerberg, Others

Four counties will ask voters nonbinding question regarding election grants.

Wisconsin Saw Record 13.8% Increase in Property Values in 2022

Property tax levy increase statewide lagged inflation; tax rate saw largest decline since 2005

State’s Sheriffs Helping ICE Deport People

These practices surged under Trump administration, new report by ACLU finds.

Statewide Republican Candidates

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

Jenna Proudfit Joins Growing Family Law Team at Probst Law Offices

The Curious Story of the ‘LIFE’ Building

1927 building built with tavern earnings now home to Community Roofing & Restoration.

Bald Eagles Now Reside In Milwaukee

Pair of eagles have nest in county park. Bald eagles now found in all 72 counties in state.

Lake Geneva Lowers Short-Term Rental Fee, Property Owners Refunded

WILL successfully appealed licensing fee at Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission

80% of State’s Judicial Races Uncontested

39 of 49 judges in state’s circuit and appellate courts face no opposition.

AG Kaul announces environmental judgment requiring Gage Marine Corporation pay a $25,000 penalty

February 9, 2022

WILL Sues Over Federal Vaccine Mandate

OSHA requiring COVID-19 vaccination at companies with 100 or more employees.

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Custom Boat Manufacturer Relocating to Wisconsin

Grand Craft moving operations from Michigan to southeastern Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Rail Project to Help Spur $10 Million Investment, 40 New Jobs in Walworth County

Founding Member of national African American Tobacco Leadership Council to Kick-off No Menthol Sunday efforts in Wisconsin

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

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

Circuit Courts Limit In-Person Proceedings

At least five counties have taken actions to suspend jury trials or limit in-person hearings.

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

Police Use of Cell Phone Data At Issue

The new privacy frontier? State Supreme Court asked to rule on the issue.

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Treasurer Godlewski, BCPL approves over $8 million Community Projects in July

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 250,000 specimens collected for COVID testing; statewide testing continues this week

Republicans Flip-Flop on Local Control

First demanded local control of COVID-19 rules, now oppose county restrictions.

WILL, Wisconsin Realtors Association Secure Property Rights Victory in Lake Geneva

WILL lawsuit results in City Council action

Julia Nunes Selected as 73rd Alice in Dairyland

Virtual Alice in Dairyland Finals Set for June 19-20

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 100,000 specimens collected for COVID-19 testing

WI Supreme Court Dismisses Second ‘Safer At Home’ Suit

Ruling leaves local stay-at-home orders in place.

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 70,000 specimens collected at mobile testing sites around the state

Wisconsin National Guard conducting mobile testing at sites around the state

High Court Considers Second Lawsuit on Shutdown

Two citizens argue state 'Safer-At-Home’ order violates their constitutional freedoms.