Barron County

More Than 400 Projects Planned as WisDOT Previews 2026 Construction Season

Gov. Evers, DWD Award $250,000 in Commercial Driver Training Grants, Bolstering Statewide Driver Workforce

Grants support businesses and organizations in eight counties across the state that offer training for in-demand driving occupations

DWD Awards Equipment Grants to Three School Districts

Van Orden Backs GOP Tariffs, Ignoring Wisconsin Farmers Struggles

Many in Wisconsin Rely on Food Stamps, Obamacare

Numbers show big statewide impact and even bigger in Milwaukee County.

Round Up: As Wisconsin Democrats Warn Of Skyrocketing ACA Premiums, Wisconsin Republicans Stay Silent

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 Because Republicans Refuse to Extend Health Care Tax Credits

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 if Republicans Fail to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits

Wisconsinites face sticker shock on out-of-pocket healthcare coverage costs with many seeing premiums double, some seniors seeing increases of over $30,000 per year if Congressional Republicans allow enhanced Affordable Care Act supports to expire

Put Safety First During Labor Day Weekend Travel

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

Mosquitos in Milwaukee Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Health officials urge Wisconsinites to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

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

First Confirmed West Nile Virus Activity Found in Wisconsin This Year

DHS urges everyone to protect themselves from mosquito bites

Wisconsin State Patrol plans aerial enforcement in five counties this week

Drive safely, celebrate responsibly during Fourth of July weekend

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

WisDOT encourages focus on safety with construction, summer travel underway

‘Know before you go’ with 511 Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Barron County Sheriff

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

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

DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Chippewa County

Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed, Public Meeting Scheduled

Wisconsin Human HPAI Case Confirmed by CDC

Wisconsin Has First Case of Human Bird Flu

DHS confirms Barron County resident was exposed to infected turkey farm.

DHS Reports Presumptive Positive Human Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Wisconsin

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Barron County

During La Crosse Town Hall, Trump Says Government, Insurance Should Cover IVF

Former president fields questions about inflation, southern border, jobs from Wisconsin residents during 30 minute appearance.

Wisconsin is Now Midwest Leader In Deadly Police Encounters

A sudden surge follows a period where Wisconsin had lowest-in-the-nation rate. What changed?

Shortage of Lawyers Plagues Northern Counties

New Attorney Retention and Recruitment Committee seeks to address the crisis.

Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers 2024 State of the State Address

Why GOP Divided on Medical Marijuana

Republican divisions between geographic areas, between Senate and Assembly on the bill.

November 13-17 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin

DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Polk County

Baiting And Feeding Ban To Begin In December, Public Meeting Set

Child Care Providers Try Again For State Funding

Republican legislators so far opposed, but may consider tax credits.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Chetek Police Department Officer Emily Breidenbach and Cameron Police Department Officer Hunter Scheel

UPDATE: Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Barron County, Wis.

April 10, 2023

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Barron County, Wis.

April 8, 2023

WDVA Secretary-designee Bond Announces Leadership Team

Senator Baldwin Secures Over $255 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Legislation

Projects championed by Senator Baldwin were included in Fiscal Year 2023 bipartisan bill

Gov. Evers Announces More than $35 Million in Awards for Wisconsin’s Transportation Alternatives Program

Work on safer driving during Labor Day weekend

How Alex Lasry Rose in the Polls

Labor support, personal wealth helps Bucks exec in Democratic primary for US Senator.

80% of State’s Judicial Races Uncontested

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

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $20 Million in Tourism Capital Investment Grants for Projects Across the State

DHS Community-Based Vaccination Clinics to Begin Ramping Down Operations

Multiple COVID-19 vaccination options continue to be available