City of Madison

Tony Castañeda Calls for Legislation Legalizing Marijuana, Honoring Madison Icon Ben Masel

WEDC Announces $1.5 Million in Grants to Support Small Businesses Across Wisconsin

Funding will enable local organizations to assist with building improvements and other financial support

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters

New Ruling Will Allow Case Against City of Madison for Failure to Count Absentee Ballots to Proceed

Senator Mark Spreitzer: Madison’s Failure to Count Ballots Does Not Reduce Voter Rights

All 14 of Pocan’s Earmarks Now Signed Into Law

WEC Approves Madison’s Order Modification

Announcing the ACRE Cohort 2025-2026 – Empowering the Next Generation of Real Estate Leaders

Forum announces Salute to Local Government award winners

WEC Issues Order for Madison Following Ballot Investigation

WEC Concludes Investigation Into Uncounted Madison Absentee Ballots

Two Charged As Result of Multi-Agency Investigation

Local leaders urge Wisconsin congressional members to stand up for clean energy and local control

The Rev. Dr. Carmen Porco Retires After 50 Years of Serving Communities in Madison, Milwaukee and Beyond

Dr. Underly Proposes Responsible Budget Putting Kids First

WisDOT applauds federal investment to reconnect Wisconsin communities

Baldwin Brings Home Over $39 Million in Infrastructure Upgrades to Reconnect Wisconsin Communities

Baldwin voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act that fund the projects and fought for Wisconsin investments

In 2023, Senator Baldwin Delivered for Wisconsin

Eight Wisconsin communities to receive $11 million in federal funding to create safer roads

Baldwin Delivers Over $11 Million to Keep Wisconsinites Safe on the Road

Funding for eight Wisconsin communities from the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

The time for waiting is over

From Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Dane County Man Convicted of Sexual Assault

January 19, 2023

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

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

Madison Drops Unconstitutional Racial Quotas After WILL Lawsuit

WILL filed federal lawsuit last summer on behalf of David Blaska

Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

WisDOT projects increase safety and strengthen the supply chain

AG Kaul Announces Judgment Including $90,000 Penalty for Alleged Hazardous Waste Violations

December 21, 2021

WisGOP Statement on Madison Vaccine Mandate for Poll Workers

DNR Celebrates America Recycles Day By Announcing Recycling Excellence Awards Honoring Wisconsin Recycling And Waste Reduction Programs

Senator Agard Slams GOP Leaders for Continued Investigation of 2020 Election

Senate GOP leaders authorize Elections Committee to investigate Madison election data

Dane County Man Charged with Sexual Assault in Connection with Backlogged Kit

October 21, 2021

WHEDA awards National Housing Trust Funds

$1.3 million to support creation of extremely low-income housing

WEDC tours unique retail businesses to announce Main Street Bounceback Grant Program

$10,000 grants will support businesses that move into vacant commercial spaces

WILL Sues City of Madison Over Bird-Safe Glass Ordinance That Undermines Wisconsin’s Uniform Building Code

WILL filed a Notice of Claim in March warning City that ordinance violates state law

WILL Sues City of Madison for Unconstitutional Race Discrimination

Madison’s Police Civilian Oversight Board imposes illegal racial quotas

Rep. Hintz Appoints Awais Khaleel to Wisconsin Ethics Commission

Gov. Evers Announces FEMA Support for COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic Site in Madison Begins April 7

Mass vaccination clinic to serve thousands at Alliant Energy Center

WILL Warns City of Madison New Bird-Safe Glass Ordinance Undermines Wisconsin’s Uniform Building Code

Notice of Claim warns Madison that city ordinance violates state law

Dane County Drops Most Fines Against Dance Studio

Health department enlisted the wrong attorneys and filed far too many counts

City of Madison receives $250,000 state grant to redevelop idle site

WEDC funding to help support Westgate Mall redevelopment

WILL Warns City of Madison of Lawsuit Over Unconstitutional Racial Discrimination

Notice of Claim asserts racial quotas violate the law, Constitution

RENEW Wisconsin to host 10th Annual Renewable Energy Virtual Summit

Industry experts, policymakers, and advocates gather to highlight the diversity of technologies, people, and scale needed to shape our clean energy future

WILL Files Original Action in WI Supreme Court to Halt Latest Dane County Gathering Ban, Restrictions on Businesses

Dane County and the City of Madison have unlawfully delegated law-making power to the health department

Restore Confidence in our Elections

Incidental Take Notice for Dane County

More than $14 million approved for transportation alternatives

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $23 Million in Community Development Block Grant Funding for Wisconsin

Baldwin worked to secure federal funds for Wisconsin in the bipartisan CARES Act

RENEW Wisconsin Announces Heather Allen as Executive Director

Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Law Enforcement in Madison

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $37 Million in New Community Development Block Grants for Wisconsin

Baldwin worked to secure federal funds for Wisconsin communities in the bipartisan CARES Act

Judge Jill Karofsky announces additional support from judges, elected officials, and Citizen Action of Wisconsin

Dozens more Wisconsin elected officials endorse Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Karofsky earns support from Democrats, Republicans, and Independents from across Wisconsin

Garver Feed Mill officially opens in Madison

Governor Evers, Destination Madison celebrate redevelopment of historic property

Dan Kelly: Applying the Law as His Campaign Contributors Wish It To Be

Kelly’s Right-Wing Activism Includes Overturning Court Precedent to Side With Donors

Dan Kelly’s Time on State High Court Answers the Question — Yes, He’s an Extremist

Dan Kelly’s Decisions Expose Him as Right-Wing Judicial Activist

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #34 Declaring a State of Emergency and Closing State Agency Buildings

"We are grateful that no one has been injured as a result of the explosion and fires this morning, and I want to thank emergency personnel who responded quickly to contain the situation."

DSPS Secretary-Designee Crim Announces Leadership Team Appointments

Crim said she would announce additional appointments as they are made.

Rafeeq Asad, one of InBusiness Madison Magazine’s “40 Under 40”, Joins JLA Architects

As an Architectural Associate, he will be an integral part of our team in all phases of projects from design through construction administration.

Post-One Wisconsin Institute Lawsuit, Voters Continue to Shatter Early Vote Records

‘Record Numbers Show When You Let Voters Vote, They Vote’

Governor Walker Announces $5.1 Million in Commute to Careers Grants

"These grants will give thousands of Wisconsin workers improved access to meaningful jobs or training opportunities that they need to enter the workforce."

Committee Advances Dimitrijevic Proposal to Ban Housing Discrimination

The County Board will consider the measure at their meeting on June 21.

Alderman Bohl: A better strategy is needed in dealing with lead laterals

Alderman Bohl offers food for thought on reducing lead in water and paint

Legislation to Allow Municipal Officials to Serve as Election Officials Passes State Assembly

The bill is supported by the League of Wisconsin Municipalities and the Wisconsin Towns Association.

Former Madison Mayors Endorse Tony Evers for Governor

Evers has also already received the endorsement of former US Senator Herb Kohl, former Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, former Rep. Steve Kagen MD, and nearly a dozen current and former legislators.

Wisconsin’s 115th Fighter Wing Chosen as Preferred Candidate Base for F-35A Lightning II

The Air Force will conduct an official environmental impact analysis and site assessment process on each of the original five candidate bases chosen beginning this winter.

Assembly Bill Runs Afoul of Federal Court Decision Protecting Early Voting

Legislation Would Impose ‘Separate and Unequal Process’ in Violation of Court Ruling Striking Down Discriminatory Early Vote Restrictions

Wisconsin Women in Government Announces 2017-2018 Board of Directors and Leadership Team

WWIG is also pleased to announce its new leadership for this year's Board of Directors.

One Wisconsin Institute Praises City of Milwaukee Action to Expand Early Voting Opportunities

Milwaukee Fights Back Against Politicians Trying to Manipulate Voting Rules to Gain Unfair Partisan Advantage

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Proclaims October 9th Indigenous Peoples Day in Milwaukee County

"I’m incredibly proud that Milwaukee County is officially recognizing and appreciating the contributions of native thought, culture, and technology in our society."

Governor Walker Urges Lawmakers to “Get it Done” at Verona Road Project

If the Legislature decides to separate transportation from the overall budget process, major projects could face major delays.

Legislation to Allow Municipal Officials to Serve as Election Officials Passes Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections

Prior to 2016, it was not unusual for members of City Councils and Village or Town Boards to serve as poll workers on Election Day.

Audit of Wisconsin’s Financial Statements Another Hit to GOP’s Budget Fairytale

Financial records show billion-dollar General Fund deficit and bleeding Transportation Fund

DNR Audit Underlines Consequences of Starving State Government

DNR underfunding, understaffing causing lack of enforcement, accountability

Rep. Neylon Issues Statement on Autonomous Vehicle Informational Hearing

"The University of Wisconsin-Madison has been selected as one of 10 national testing sites for autonomous vehicles."

An Open Letter from One Wisconsin Now to Rep. Sean Duffy

"To be clear, we support free and fair elections. We think most people in the real world do. The question is, Rep. Duffy, do you?"

NAIOP Wisconsin and NEWaukee Present 2016 Storefronts Conference Rethinking Value, Utility and Innovation in Retail Frontage Real Estate

This day-long conference focuses on holistic solutions, national trends and success stories that fill vacant storefronts.

Taylor, Stakeholders Call on GOP to Fund Voter ID Information Campaign

Campaign required as state prepares for 1 million additional voters in November

Wisconsin Women in Government Announces 2016 Board of Directors and Leadership Team

Wisconsin Women in Government was founded in 1987 to celebrate and support the talented women who choose a career in government service.

HUD Awards Nearly $1.3 Million to Promote Jobs, Self-Sufficiency for Public Housing Residents in Wisconsin

“Today, we make an affirmative investment in families living in public housing to help them build a brighter future for themselves and their children,” said HUD Secretary Julián Castro.

Fitzgerald Issues Request for Records to City, County of Madison

"Ultimately, the closure of the Oscar Meyer facility took place in the City of Madison under Mayor Soglin’s watch."

State Assembly Congratulates the City of Madison on Achieving Platinum Status as a Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists

Madison achieved this honor in recognition of the city’s impressive bike paths and bike lanes, strong its partnerships with Trek and B-Cycle, its many cycling amenities, and the welcoming nature of Wisconsin’s capital city to cyclists.

Infant Safety Seat Legislation Passes Transportation Committee

Assembly Bill 400 is available to be scheduled for a vote before the full Assembly when they reconvene in January.

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Hires New Chief Financial Officer

Brian Nowicki brings 15+ years of government, economic development accounting experience to position

Hamilton case shows need for new county investigation unit

Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 10, 2014

Three Milwaukee-area projects win top engineering honors

Work on Three Bridges Park, two major road projects, honored; Rep. Zepnick praises Three Bridges Park as splendid public space

Bill Gutting Living Wage Laws Moves Forward

Today, Republicans in the Assembly Labor Committee passed Assembly Bill 750.

Bowen Calls Living Wage Bill in Legislature an Attack on the Working Poor and Local Control

Bill Would Prohibit Municipalities from Establishing a “Living Wage”

Supervisor David Bowen to Propose Living Wage Ordinance

Resolution Aimed at Getting Full-time Workers Above the Poverty Line