Dane County

Bill Allows Pharmacists to Vaccinate Children

In reaction to measles outbreak, lawmakers look to strengthen state’s response.

Why Refugees Don’t Go to College

The system creates many hurdles, lost opportunities.

Can Senior Centers Be Saved?

New report considers costs, future of Milwaukee County’s five senior centers.

Foxconn Acquires Downtown Madison Property, Further Growing Innovation Center Network in Wisconsin

One West Main to become Foxconn Place Madison and Wisconn Valley Innovation Center, Support Entrepreneurship and Research Partnerships with UW-Madison

Appeals Court Sides with Evers on Appointees

Judges rule Evers did not violate court order when he rescinded Walker's appointments.

How to Win in 2020

Neubauer campaign shows what not to do. Democrats must broaden coalition.

Advocates of Legal Pot Still Face Hurdles

Public support growing but GOP leaders oppose Evers' plan to legalize medical marijuana and possession of small amounts.

10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race

Anger drives votes, media in decline, traditional judicial campaigns are dead, and more.

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.

Evers, GOP Tie in Early Innings

Capitol ballgame tied, but Republican legislators have big hitters coming to the plate.

Evers, GOP Fight Over Walker Appointees

Evers re-nominates 67 Walker appointees he rescinded, but Senate won't consider them.

Appeals Court Restores Some Lame Duck Laws

Leaving disagreement between parties over status of 82 Walker appointees.

Joint Statement: Appellate Court Decision on the Extraordinary Session

"Today, the rule of law has prevailed."

Second Judge Rules Against Lame Duck Laws

Evers calls it “victory for the people.” Republicans will appeal.

Gov. Evers Plays Hardball

Too-nice Tony looks to beat the Republicans -- repeatedly -- at their own game.

Transforming Lives with the Guest House of Milwaukee

Kahler Slater Commits to Fighting Homelessness in Milwaukee

Medicaid Work Rules Could Hurt Hospitals

Walker imposed work requirement for Medicaid recipients, could cut state hospitals revenue by 15%, study says.

Arguments Begin on 2nd Lame Duck Suit

Dane County Judge Niess slapped injunction on laws. Second suit being heard by Judge Remington.

Dane County Court’s New Level of Judicial Activism Throws Wisconsin Into Chaos

Dane County Circuit Court Judge Richard Niess issued a decision that invalidated three December 2018 extraordinary session laws and vacated 82 appointments made during that period.

Governor Evers welcomes 16 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers and inspectors recently completed 26 weeks of comprehensive training

Rep. Robyn Vining Comments on Lame Duck Court Ruling

"The court’s ruling today is a win for democracy and the people of Wisconsin."

Judge Blocks Lame Duck Laws

Republicans will appeal. Evers and Kaul quickly drop state from suit against Affordable Care Act.

AG Kaul Files Motions to Withdraw Wisconsin from Challenge to the Affordable Care Act

"Today, we are seeking to end the State of Wisconsin’s involvement in the lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act."

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Dane County Court’s Ruling on Lame-Duck Session

"Today's ruling is a victory for the people of Wisconsin and for preserving the Wisconsin Constitution."

State Officials Meet to Tackle Drug Epidemic

Two-Day conference focuses on opioids, which killed 916 users in 2017.

Pocan Releases Response from Immigration and Customs Enforcement Regarding FOIA Request on Wisconsin Raids

Request went unanswered for 138 days as ICE asked for numerous extensions and stonewalled, leading Pocan to make two unannounced visits to the agency

Gerrymandering Goes Back to Patrick Henry

Evers has plan to end it in Wisconsin. It’s long overdue

Neubauer Campaign Announces Scheduled Joint Forums and Debates

The Neubauer for Justice campaign released this schedule of accepted joint forum and debate invitations, with the first one coming today.

Gov. Evers Announces $30 Million Investment in Alliant Energy Center Expansion

The funding will come through a non-state grant program that provides state bonding support for non-profit or local government projects that have a statewide public purpose.

Sheriff Won’t Work With Federal Immigration

Lucas changes policy, won’t give information to ICE about people detained in the jail.

Neubauer for Justice Has 98% of All Judicial Endorsements in WI Supreme Court Race

The choice of judiciary and law enforcement community is clear

Can Data-Driven Pretrial Decisions Fight Bias?

Debate rages on whether new tools to guide pre-trail jailing can reduce racial bias.

Evers Withdraws National Guard From U.S. Border

No evidence of crisis, governor says. Vos condemns move.

Evers Joins Unions on Lame Duck Suit

GOP bill require 200,000 state agency reports to legislature, his lawyers contend.

Algorithms Can Decide Pre-Trial Jail

Counties increasingly use controversial data tools when deciding to bail or jail people.

Fourth Lawsuit Against Lame Duck Laws

This one argues Republican legislators violated U.S. Constitution and will of the voters.

WILL Sues DPI For Embargoed ESSA Documents

Documents would shine light on whether DPI is illegally implementing ESSA

Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws

Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.

Airport’s Traffic Hit 7.1 Million Last Year

Mitchell up 3 percent in 2018. Appleton’s airport up 25 percent.

SEIU Files Lawsuit Challenging Republican Power Grab in Wisconsin

Plaintiffs Demand Preservation of State’s Constitution; Restoration of Powers to Governor, Attorney General; Immediate Injunction

Public Employee Records Should Be Public

But state departments are withholding disciplinary records on employees.

One Wisconsin Now and Institute Announce New Executive Director

Analiese Eicher Hired as New Head of Wisconsin Progressive Research and Communications Organization

Evers Hires Private Lawyers In Lame Duck Case

Suit seeks to overturn Republican laws limiting governor’s powers.

Nonprofit Funds Help Poor Pay Bail

Funds created in several cities and Wisconsin help poor defendants stay out of jail.

Courts Jail the Poor, Rich Go Free

Judges question constitutionality of system jailing poor defendants for inability to pay bail.

Legislators Can’t Block Liberals On Twitter

Federal judge rules that One Wisconsin Now can’t be blocked from twitter feed of Vos, other GOP lawmakers.

WisDOT announces 2018 Excellence in Construction Awards

Contractors honored for projects in Menominee, Shawano, Dodge, Dane, Winnebago and Milwaukee counties

Cartogram Makes Last Election Look Different

Mapping by people rather than land creates very different picture of the state.

DNR Secretary Cole makes first appointments to leadership team

Cole said he would announce additional appointments as they are made.

Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws

Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.

Rep. Jimmy Anderson Seeks to Void the Wisconsin Power Grab

"Under Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Laws, no duly elected representative can be excluded from a meeting of the legislature."

Welcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker

Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.

Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy

How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.

Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Additions to Administration Team

"The team members we are announcing today will help our administration connect the dots on important issues facing our state."

Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters

Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.

Evers Embraces Expertise

Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?

Gerrymander is Alive and Well

Data from November election tells a tale of totalitarian tendencies.

WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations

Funding will help chambers provide capital, training and other resources to minority-owned businesses statewide

Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces bipartisan support from law enforcement

Announces endorsements from more than 65 sheriffs and district attorneys

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council

"We have to start prioritizing people, not prisons."

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Next Generation Workforce and Economic Development Policy Advisory Council

"Investing in an economy that creates good-paying, family-supporting jobs for the people of Wisconsin is a top priority for our administration."

Bill Curbing Evers’ Power Moves to Legislature

All 12 Republicans on Joint Finance back plan to reduce governor’s power, restrict early voting.

How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts

One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.

Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce “What’s Best for Kids” Advisory Council

"I’ve said from the beginning that what’s best for our kids is what’s best for our state..."

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Health Policy Advisory Council, Transition Staff Additions

"Expanding access to affordable health care for Wisconsin residents is a top priority for our administration."

Advice for Gov. Tony Evers

Take it or leave it, here’s some do’s and don’t’s for the new governor.

Will Referendums Lead to Legal Pot?

Some legislators hope for change after medical or fully legai pot approved in 18 local referendums.

Mitchell, Madison Airport Traffic Up

Milwaukee airport adds non-stop flights to San Diego, Cleveland, Nashville.

How Dane, Waukesha Counties Hurt Walker

Lowest margin for him in 8 years in Waukesha, reflecting his high disapproval rating.

A Sweep for Marijuana Referendums!

On 18 county and city ballots, all approved by up to 88% of voters.

7 Numbers That Explain Election

The election results would have been completely different if not for this.

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."

Governor Walker Announces No-Interest Loans Now Available for South-Central Wisconsin Business Owners Affected by Flooding

WEDC awards $755,000 grant for loan program to assist small businesses in paying for restoration and related costs

State Patrol recognizes officers for heroism and commendable service

Cities Seek Climate Change Solutions

Milwaukee, Madison, Superior move toward solar and storm-sewer solutions.

Rule No. One Hospitality Group Announces Lake Country Social, a Modern New American Restaurant, Bar and Lounge that Celebrates the Soul and Spirit of Wisconsin

Slated to open at The Corners of Brookfield, Summer 2019

Schimel Suit Cost Workers $23 Million

Suit he joined stopped 165,000 Wisconsin workers from getting overtime pay.

Tony Evers Launches Conservationists for Tony

"I’m excited and honored to be endorsed by bipartisan conservation leaders from across Wisconsin who understand how important protecting our natural resources is to our future."

Election News: What Voters Should Know about Registration and Absentee Ballot Mailings

Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show

Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.

Estes Street Honors Bay View Pioneer

North Carolina native Elijah Estes settled in 1830s in area that became Bay View.

The Rise of Absentee Ballots

Just 12% of all ballots in 2004, could hit 33% in 2020.

City Announces Green Infrastructure Plan

Big changes to adapt to climate change and increase in damaging rainstorms.

Federal Agents Arrest 30 State Immigrants

Crackdown by ICE agents arrests two in Milwaukee, 11 in Madison.

Democratic Program Recruits Women Candidates

Emerge program’s training give women the confidence to run for office.

State’s Child Care Programs Have Improved

Study of care for low-income families finds great improvement, though Milwaukee’s programs lagging.

Will State Prevent Election Cyber Attacks?

Cybersecurity experts warn Wisconsin’s system is vulnerable. What are state officials doing about it?

Smoking Gun Evidence Exposes Gov. Scott Walker Lying About Scheme to Use State Plane to Fly For Campaign TV Ad Shoot

Owes Wisconsin Taxpayers a Check for Using State Plane for His Campaign, and an Apology for Lying About It

New Evidence Shows Gov. Scott Walker’s Excuse for Using State Plane to Film Campaign Ad Doesn’t Fly

‘Scott Walker Intended to Charge Taxpayers to Fly Him to Shoot a TV Ad for His Campaign’

Scott Walker Flew to Green Bay TV Market Six Straight Days Before Green Bay Area State Senate Special Election

Pattern of Scott Walker Using Public Resources for His Political Purposes

One Wisconsin Now Requests Ethics, Criminal Investigation of Gov. Scott Walker’s Use of State Airplane

No Gray Area Here: Walker Broke the Law When He Used State Plane to Film Campaign Ad

Labor Day weekend travelers asked to plan ahead, be aware of changing travel conditions

Due to recent flooding and the potential for more rainfall, motorists may encounter closed roads or road crews working to reopen flooded highways.

Report Outlines Challenges of Affordable Housing in Milwaukee County

County Has Sufficient Units, Moderate-Priced Rents – But Incomes Often Aren’t Enough

First Human Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Wisconsin This Year

Health officials urge everyone to protect against mosquito bites

Dane County Property Value Tops Milwaukee

For first time Dane bests Milwaukee in total county property value, study shows

23 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?

Early Turnout High for Election

Absentee voting far higher than in 2014, nearly equals presidential year of 2016.

Kelda Roys Endorsed by 18 elected officials in Madison and throughout Dane County

“I am proud to have been endorsed by so many accomplished elected officials in Madison and Dane county.”

State’s Voting Systems Are Vulnerable

They can be hacked, experts say, and 2016 Russian cyber attacks on state could be repeated in 2018.

The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin

Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.