Natural Resources Board to Meet Dec. 10-11 in Madison
The open forum is an opportunity for citizens to provide in-person testimony in Madison or remotely from Green Bay.
Dec 4th, 2019
Washburn County Hunting Incident Shooter Identified
The investigation is ongoing.
Nov 25th, 2019
DNR Seeks Public’s Help in Washburn County Hunting Incident
Four Incidents Reported During Opening Weekend of Gun Deer Season
Nov 24th, 2019
Deer Hunting License Sales On Par with 2018
Two areas have already exceeded last year's sales totals for the entire season.
Nov 19th, 2019
Teamwork strikes again in major illegal deer harvest case
"This is a case of two people who are not hunters by any stretch of the imagination, and determined to steal wildlife from the public - wildlife observers and those who are ethical and law-abiding hunters."
Nov 14th, 2019
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Taking More Steps to Protect Drinking Water
PFAS Rulemaking Process Moves Forward
Oct 23rd, 2019
Surface Water Sampling Reveals PFAS At Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
As a result, DNR is asking airport and military officials to take steps to prevent future discharges of PFAS from the outfalls.
Oct 18th, 2019
Surface Water Sampling Reveals PFAS At Dane County Regional Airport
In a letter to Dane County Regional Airport on Oct. 11, the DNR informed airport officials that the sampling data indicates they are responsible for the discharge of a hazardous substance.
Oct 11th, 2019
EPA Proposes Updates to Rules Impacting Lead and Copper in Drinking Water
DNR to Review Proposed Updates to Lead and Copper Rule
Oct 11th, 2019
DNR’s First Round of Sampling Shows PFAS Contamination at Surface Water Monitoring Locations in Wisconsin
PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals used for decades in numerous products, such as non-stick cookware, fast food wrappers, stain-resistant sprays and firefighting foam.
Oct 7th, 2019
DNR Reaffirms Commitment to Addressing Impacts of Climate Change on Wisconsin’s Natural Resources During Climate Week
"Climate change is one of the defining issues of our time."
Sep 25th, 2019
Majority of Wisconsin Public Water Systems Met Safe Drinking Water Standards in 2018; Challenges Still Exist
Some contaminants continue to present challenges, including nitrate, arsenic, and lead.
Sep 16th, 2019
DNR to Implement Mandatory CWD Sampling and In-Person Registration for Six Townships in West Central Wisconsin During Nine-Day Gun Deer Season
CWD is a contagious neurological disease of deer, elk and moose that is caused by an abnormal protein called a prion.
Sep 3rd, 2019
Water Control Structure Failure at Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area Lowers Lake Levels at Beckman Lake
Beckman Lake is a 63-acre lake with a maximum depth of about 12 feet and is fed by Allen Creek.
Aug 23rd, 2019
DNR hosts hearing to discuss wetland and water permits related to water diversion project
The hearing will also cover the DNR's Environmental Impact Statement on the overall diversion project.
Aug 19th, 2019
City of Waukesha proposed water diversion public hearing
Waukesha is applying for wetland and waterway permits to construct a water supply system to divert water from Lake Michigan and a return system.
Aug 6th, 2019
DNR announces results of Madison PFAS contamination pilot study
"Clean drinking water is a public health priority."
Aug 2nd, 2019
DNR taking more steps to protect Wisconsin drinking water
The DNR will ask 125 municipal wastewater treatment facilities to begin sampling and analyzing water flowing in and out of the facilities for PFAS compounds.
Jul 22nd, 2019
DNR Secretary Appoints Beth Bier To Deputy Secretary
Beth began her career at the DNR in 2001 in the Secretary's Office.
Jul 9th, 2019
Environmental review of a City of Milwaukee project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
The project entails the replacement of water mains throughout the city.
May 21st, 2019
DNR Secretary announces leadership change
Tim Cooke, current deputy division administrator, will assume the administrator role.
May 10th, 2019
A breath of fresh air: DNR celebrates Clean Air Month as Wisconsin’s air quality continues to improve
Clean Air Month is held annually each May.
May 1st, 2019
DNR and DHS Work Together to Improve Water Quality in Wisconsin
This week the DNR worked with Department of Health Services to ask the health agency to review 40 contaminants for possible groundwater quality standards.
Apr 10th, 2019
Free ice fishing clinics for kids set for Feb. 9 at five Milwaukee County parks
No pre-registration is necessary for the clinics. Equipment and snacks will be provided and it's all free!
Feb 5th, 2019
DNR Secretary Cole announces additional appointments to leadership team
Todd Ambs has been named DNR Assistant Deputy Secretary.
Jan 28th, 2019
DNR Secretary Cole makes first appointments to leadership team
Cole said he would announce additional appointments as they are made.
Jan 11th, 2019
Sturgeon Fest set for Sept. 29 at Lakeshore State Park in Milwaukee
The family-oriented event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features the opportunity for participants to sponsor and hand release one of the young sturgeon into the Milwaukee Harbor.
Sep 26th, 2018
Public meeting set on dredging at South Milwaukee
The MMSD is planning to remove about 60,000 cubic yards of soil and sediment along the banks of the Kinnickinnic River and approximately 10,000 cubic yards will be disposed on the Falk Landfill.
Sep 17th, 2018
Environmental Review of City of Milwaukee Project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
The project entails the replacement of lead service lines and water main relay throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Jul 9th, 2018
Environmental review of City of Milwaukee project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
The project entails the replacement water main relays throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Jun 26th, 2018
DNR approves straddling community diversion application from city of Racine
Straddling community diversion applications are regulated under the Great Lakes Compact.
Apr 25th, 2018
Environmental Protection Agency approves plan to improve water quality in the Milwaukee river basin
The approved TMDL plan aims to reduce phosphorus and other pollutants entering the Menomonee, Kinnickinnic and Milwaukee rivers as well as the Milwaukee Harbor Estuary.
Mar 28th, 2018
Cougar sighting verified in Washington County
DNR staff rely almost exclusively on the public for reports of cougars and other rare mammals.
Feb 14th, 2018
Secretary Dan Meyer today announced new leadership appointments at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
These appointments will be effective Monday, February 19, 2018.
Feb 12th, 2018
DNR asks public for input on draft Wisconsin River Basin Total Maximum Daily Load study to improve water quality
Once finalized, the TMDL plan is sent to EPA for their review and approval.
Feb 7th, 2018
New pricing structure to go into effect on Wisconsin State Park System properties Feb. 15
Implementation of the new rate structure will begin on Feb. 15, 2018.
Jan 12th, 2018
Sturgeon Fest set for Sept. 30 at Lakeshore Park in Milwaukee
The festival is free for all ages; a donation of $10 is appreciated for sponsoring a sturgeon.
Sep 25th, 2017
Open house set to initiate amendment process to Kohler-Andrae State Park Master Plan
Kohler is proposing to construct a new roadway with a roundabout that would provide access to the park and to the golf course.
Aug 10th, 2017
Clean Air Month encourages citizens to Be Air Aware
The agency's December 2016 Wisconsin Air Quality Trends Report [PDF] again showed positive trends toward cleaner air.
May 5th, 2017
Community Meeting Set to Discuss Milwaukee River Floodplain Soil and Sediment Sample Results
The public meeting will be held April 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Gordon Park Pavilion.
Mar 31st, 2017
Eric Lobner named Director of DNR’s Wildlife Management program
Lobner was born and raised in central Wisconsin and comes from a family where hunting, fishing and wildlife appreciation are second nature.
Feb 23rd, 2017
DNR land sales provide opportunity to purchase state-owned properties throughout Wisconsin
All properties are accessible by a state, county/town road or easement.
Feb 17th, 2017
