Rock County

Is Janesville Trump Country?

His Sunday speech there might suggest that. But past voting totals tell a different story.

Trump Will Rally In Janesville

Airport rally tonight in county where COVID-19 cases up 48% in last week.

Health Departments Overwhelmed by Contact Tracing Work

Some are limiting tracing to high-risk cases, others have patients notifying potential contacts.

Governor Tony Evers presents the 2020 Governor’s Service Awards

Trump Campaign Events Canceled

After testing positive for COVID-19, Trump's Wisconsin rallies in Green Bay and Janesville are canceled.

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Federal Grant to Address Behavioral Health During COVID-19 Pandemic

Funding to support services offered by county and community agencies

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

Beloit Billionaire Starts Charter School

Children need better schools, says Diane Hendricks. It’s “divide and conquer,” says city official.

Virtual Alice in Dairyland Finals Set for June 19-20

Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Sexual Assault of a Child After Backlogged Kit Tested

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

Meetings Often More Open During Pandemic

More live-streamed government meetings, court hearings. But why do some erase recordings?

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

Wear A Mask, Public Heath Officials Say

Now that Evers' Safer-At-Home has ended, health officials plead with the public to take precautions on their own.

Wisconsin National Guard conducting mobile testing at sites around the state

Wisconsinites Starting To Ignore Stay-At-Home Order

State residents starting to experience “quarantine fatigue.”

51 of 72 Counties Now Back Fair Maps

9 more counties and 15 more municipalities passed anti-gerrymandering referendums.

Many Heroes Amid Election Chaos

The most decentralized election system in America struggled but showed heroism.

Alice in Dairyland Finals moved to June 19-20

Should Police Enforce Stay-At-Home Order?

So far Milwaukee Police Chief Morales, other city police departments push voluntary compliance.

Governor Evers congratulates 42 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers recently completed 26 weeks of training at State Patrol Academy

First City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Death Reported

Case is Milwaukee County's first death, third in the state.

14 DNR Wardens Honored For Lifesaving, Valor And Meritorious Service Acts

WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin

$432,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups

Elections News: Wisconsin Partners with Microsoft and VotingWorks for Pilot Test of New Voting Technology

Wisconsin Partners with Microsoft and VotingWorks for Pilot Test of New Voting Technology

Man Found Guilty of Sexual Assault of a Child After Backlogged Kit Tested

Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates Part Two

Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part Two

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

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

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Reducing Prescription Drug Prices

The first meeting of the Governor’s Task Force on Reducing Prescription Drug Prices is scheduled for November 20.

Bipartisan Bill Would Legalize Medical Marijuana

But Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald strongly opposes the bill.

Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Presents Annual Volunteer Awards

2019-2020 JA State Board Members Announced

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #41 Recreating the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Kids Sent Out of State for Mental Health Care

Wisconsin sends hundreds of children to other states for residential treatment as in-state beds decline.

20 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Labs Grants

Governor Tony Evers, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan and other key leaders to award grants during statewide tour on Fab Lab Day

Gov. Evers’ Statement on Joint Finance Committee Action

"Today Republicans took a fiscally irresponsible and morally reprehensible vote to blow a $1.4 billion hole in The People’s Budget."

UW-Whitewater chancellor finalist withdraws

Gov. Evers Advocates for Expanding Medicaid in Visits to Janesville, Beloit

"By expanding Medicaid in Wisconsin, our budget improves access to quality, affordable health care for people across our state."

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

WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin

$500,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups

Neubauer Campaign Announces New Endorsements

"This is an unprecedented show of support from across Wisconsin that bridges both parties..."

Drug Epidemic Drains County Budgets

Case worker loads soar, state funding inadequate, counties making up for shortfall.

Seal-Rite Door relocating from Illinois to Beloit

Door manufacturer to expand, upgrade its facilities; project expected to create 80 jobs

Clerks Concerned About Moving Presidential Primary

Walker wants three straight months of elections in 2020; County clerks cite cost and confusion.

A Sweep for Marijuana Referendums!

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

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."

Small Business Leaders Back Bryan Steil

NFIB Endorses Bryan Steil for Congress

State Patrol recognizes officers for heroism and commendable service

Randy Bryce Announces Debate Participation

The debates will be held across the district in order to allow voters from every corner of Southeastern Wisconsin an opportunity to hear Randy's vision for building a bigger table.

All Six First District County Sheriffs Endorse Bryan Steil

"I am proud to have the backing of all six sheriffs, both Democrats and Republicans alike, in the First Congressional District."

WEDC Deputy Secretary Braun receives national recognition as a top economic development official in North America

Braun, who has 20 years of economic development experience in three states, has been with WEDC since 2013.

Clash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing

“Dark store” loophole, levy limits and revenue options are looming issues at the Capitol.

Steil Campaign Challenges Opponent to Three Debates

"Voters will see a clear contrast between Bryan Steil’s Wisconsin Style Solutions and our opponent’s far-left agenda," Campaign Manager Brandon VerVelde said

Are Journalists Your Enemy?

29% of Americans say yes, many support shutting down free press. Disagree? You can help.

Steil Campaign Statement on Bernie Sanders Campaigning with Randy Bryce in Janesville

Andrew Iverson, Steil Campaign Spokesman: "Southeast Wisconsinite's paychecks would ‘feel the Bern’ with Sen. Bernie Sanders and our opponent’s out of touch, far-left agenda."

Bryan Steil sets fundraising record, raises over $650k

The total, raised between April 22 and June 30, set a new Wisconsin record for a first-time House candidate's first fundraising period.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Director, Cast and One Day Sale For Holiday 2018 Production of Broadway Musical Hairspray

Performances November 16 – December 23, 2018 in the beautiful Cabot Theatre. One Day Sale for 25% Off Tickets on Monday, July 16

Boivin Endorses Steil for Congress

"I’m glad to have Dr. Boivin's endorsement and support."

Governor Walker Appoints Attorney Derrick Grubb to Serve as Rock County Circuit Court Judge

Grubb has deep roots in the Rock County legal community, where he has practiced for 27 years.

City of Janesville receives $500,000 state grant to support redevelopment of former General Motors plant

WEDC funds will help fund demolition of assembly plant area to make way for future development on site of century-old plant

After Securing Federal Investments, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $2.4 Million Awarded to Wisconsin Communities to Fight the Opioid Epidemic

Senator Baldwin worked to secure federal funding for local communities that invests in prevention, treatment and recovery

Growing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole

Shift of property taxes from retail stores to homeowners worries many Republicans.

Governor Walker Announces $7.68 million in Preliminary Broadband Expansion Grants to Connect 46 Rural Communities

Governor Walker also announces application process for next round of grants

The Judge That Robin Vos Hates

Who is Judge Josann Reynolds, the Walker appointee who ruled he must hold special elections?

Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for Rock County Judicial Vacancy

Governor Walker Announces United Alloy Inc. to Expand Operations in Janesville

Manufacturer expects to create 66 jobs with $15 million expansion project

Representative Spreitzer Votes Against Wetlands Rollback

"Assembly Republicans just voted to support a bill that deals a serious blow to Wisconsin wetlands protections."

MAZON Launches Billboard Campaign to Oppose Drug Testing in Wisconsin

“Get Pissed Wisconsin,” a targeted advocacy campaign in Wisconsin to raise awareness about a proposal to require that FoodShare applicants be drug tested to receive benefits.

Bill Could Expunge More Criminal Records

Overrides state Supreme Court ruling, allows offenders to request this after completing sentences.

Will Democrats Set Record for Governor Race?

A record 16 candidates have registered, making predictions difficult.

Diane Hendricks, Savior of Beloit?

New York Times glowing story on billionaire doesn’t mention her tax breaks.

Twenty Local Elected Officials Endorse Cathy Myers to Take on Speaker Ryan

Local Democrats believe Cathy Myers is the best candidate to oust Paul Ryan

Governor Walker Appoints Jeff Kuglitsch to the Rock County Circuit Court

Kuglitsch has served as corporation counsel for Rock County since 2007 and previously served as corporation counsel for Shawano County from 1994-2007 and for Vilas County from 1991-1993.

Mistakes Made on Hendricks Home

Town lawyer says assessment too low, should be reconsidered.

Hendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?

The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.

Trump’s Health Care Sabotage Threat Would Have Devastating Impact in Wisconsin

Trump threatened to stop paying insurers cost-sharing-reduction payments that reduce deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-pocket maximums for moderate income enrollees.

Failure of Election Commission to Act Doesn’t Make Lowell Holtz’s Proposed Election Bribe Any Less Sleazy

‘If This Isn’t Already Illegal, It Ought To Be’

Blacktop Kings Love Motorcycle Culture

The bluesy, hard-driving rock band just celebrated 10 years together.

WEDC awards 11 grants to support entrepreneurship programs across Wisconsin

Nearly $500,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups

Why Ziegler Has No Opponent

Overwhelming dark money advantage and Democratic fatigue are factors.

Justice Ziegler, 37 Judges Unopposed

Just 11 of 48 Circuit Court judges face opponents in April Election

Four Key Judge Races Coming

Supreme Court Justice Ziegler and three Appeals Court judges running in spring election.

Wisconsin State Patrol presents awards for heroism and commendable service

Recipients are from Strum, Ripon, Chippewa Falls, Whitewater, Madison

New $0 Deductible Health Plans Introduced

Wisconsin health consumers will save over $209 million

Ryan Solen supports unions this Labor Day but Paul Ryan flakes

Paul Ryan, however, supports unions only when they benefit him or his family.

Rep. Spreitzer’s statement on PSC approval of Riverside Energy Center

Rep. Mark Spreitzer released the following statement upon the Public Service Commission’s approval of Alliant Energy’s Riverside Energy Center expansion project near Beloit:

Green Bay Key In Supreme Court Race

Kloppenburg vs. Bradley echoes Prosser race, which was decided by Fox Valley voters.

Millionaire Paul Ryan’s Magnificent Home

House Speaker's Georgian home might befit a founding father. Take that, Donald Trump.

Governor Scott Walker Signs Family Care Bill into Law at Rock County Courthouse

Wisconsinites deserve access to quality health care options, where they need it and when they need it, Governor Walker said.

21% of Gas Tax Will Go to Repay Debt

Debt level has doubled in a decade, yet legislators approve plan.

Statement from State Senator Janis Ringhand on the Joint Committee on Finance action today

“Today’s action marks a step in the right direction for the I-90/39 highway project.”

Tales of the WEDC

Some deals by controversial jobs agency worked, others failed badly

Dollar General Selects Janesville for $75 Million Distribution Center

WEDC business attraction strategy pays off with 552 projected new jobs

Governor Scott Walker, DWD Secretary Newson Announce $2.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship Grant Awards

The graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 84% last year.