State of Wisconsin

United States and State of Wisconsin Reach Settlement with Container Life Cycle Management on Air Emissions and Waste Management Violations

Company Will Upgrade Facilities, Pay $1.6 Million Penalty

Wild Space Dance Company Presents History of the Future

Senator Agard Recognizes DNR Secretary Preston D. Cole’s Contributions to Our State

County Executive Crowley Applauds Collaborative Process on 2023 Budget

Budget invests in acute community needs while prioritizing fiscal responsibility

Learn about Republican Convention business opportunities at MARKETPLACE Wisconsin

Presentation will highlight opportunities for diverse businesses as Milwaukee prepares to host the 2024

Marquette’s behavior analysis program receives $2 million from State of Wisconsin to expand Medicaid’s HCBS workforce

South Shore Cruise Dock redevelopment set to move forward

Oshkosh Man Convicted of Elder Abuse After Alleged Theft of $426,000 from Elderly Victim

October 21, 2022

Wisconsin DOJ Announces $1.65 Million Agreement with Container Life Cycle Management LLC Resolving Air and Hazardous Waste Violations

October 18, 2022

Shreedhar Ranabhat to Serve as WHEDA Director of Commercial Lending

Milwaukee County Celebrates 187th Birthday

County Executive, Supervisors hosting August 25 event at the Zoo

Skylight Music Theatre Announces New One Night Only Concerts

Series Launches with Pop Icon Tributes to James Taylor, Prince & Michael Jackson, and ABBA

AG Kaul Announces Formation of a Nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force

Attorneys General form a national, bipartisan Task Force to combat robocalling

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

DOJ Announces $65,000 Settlement with Emerald Sky Dairy to Resolve Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws

June 30, 2022

DOJ Announces Mallinckrodt to Pay $230 Million Agreement in Underpayment of Medicaid Drug Rebates Lawsuit

June 20, 2022

Governor Evers announces $400,000 TEA grant for Pleasant Prairie manufacturing

Rail spur project helps Balcan Innovations add 80 jobs

UW System Regents Elect Karen Walsh as President, Amy Blumenfeld Bogost as Vice President

MARS Solutions Group Joins Milky Way Tech Hub as Corporate Member

Partnership to advance reskilling, upskilling & talent development in Milwaukee

AG Kaul Announces Launch of Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System for Victims

May 25, 2022

Senator Baldwin Applauds Biden Administration’s Approval of Casino in Beloit

Decision allows Ho-Chunk Nation to move forward with construction of long-anticipated casino project

DNR Awarded $2 Million To Assess Brownfields

Gov. Evers Announces State Will Support Shipyard Building New Generation of Navy Frigates with Up to $12 Million in Tax Credits

Fincantieri Marinette Marine’s $300 million expansion expected to create 400 new jobs

Elroy-Sparta State Trail Reopening Soon

Official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Scheduled For May 14

AG Kaul Releases Update in Advance of One-Year Anniversary of Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative

Over 200 completed reports of over 150 abusers, 51 reporting for the first time

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Harbor District Milwaukee Announces Tia Torhorst as CEO

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson Announces First Cruise Ship Arrival for 2022 Season

More than 10,000 cruise passengers are expected to visit Milwaukee this summer

Milwaukee Recognized with Nation’s Lowest Unsheltered Homeless Population

Leaders Point to County, City, Business and Community Collaboration, Along with Federal Support, in Reaching the Distinction

“Lead Balloon” Nominated for Best Creativity & Marketing Podcast in the 26th Annual Webby Awards

Scrappy Milwaukee-Based Agency Hits Far Above Its Weight, Competing Against Vice Media, Nissan, Hubspot, Wix and Grey Worldwide

AG Kaul, DATCP Announce Enforcement Action Against Extended Vehicle Warranty Telemarketer

April 4, 2022

$3.42 Million in Funding to Train Next Generation of Water Scientists

Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin Tackles Grand Water Challenges and Provides Support for New Courses, Research Opportunities and Hands-On Experiences for UW Students

Milwaukee County Supervisor Candidates Share Views on Domes, Historic Preservation

Candidates respond to Milwaukee Preservation Alliance survey on favorite historic sites and more

Port Milwaukee Temporarily Expands Public Access Hours for Residents to Enjoy Local Smelting Tradition

Khari Turner Showcased in First Wisconsin Solo Exhibition

Mirroring Reflection opens April 30, 2022 at the Museum of Wisconsin Art

Gov. Evers Announces Additional Security Pay Program for State Employees

Gov. Evers Signs 19 Bills

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski Calls on SWIB to Divest Any State Funds in Russian Holdings

WILL Demands Explanation for Illegal Grants to Planned Parenthood

Gov. Evers lacks authority to create grant programs, Planned Parenthood barred by state law from receiving federal funds through the state

Wisconsin Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking Adult and Minor Victims

Governor Evers Appoints Rafael Francisco Salas to Wisconsin Arts Board

Wisconsin early stage investment dollars shatter record in 2021, topping $800 million

Milwaukee County Distributed Nearly 200,000 N95 Masks to Community Agencies and General Public in First Week of February

Public Mask Distribution at Marcia P. Coggs Center to Continue Next Week, Mon-Fri 8 AM – 3:30 PM

AG Kaul Announces $2 Million Agreement with Hayat Pharmacy

February 4, 2022

Gov. Evers Announces 70 Wisconsin National Guard Members Complete CNA Training Course, Provide Support Hospital and Nursing Home Capacity

South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center Presents CELTIC ANGELS IRELAND

With Celtic Knight Dancers and the Trinity Band Ensemble of Dublin Sunday, March 20, 2:30 p.m.

AB 619 Decriminaling Fentantl Testing Strips Passes State Assembly

Statement from Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson

On the passing of Mark Nicolini.

Senator Baldwin Passes Resolutions to Congratulate University of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire National Champion Women’s Volleyball Teams

Legislators Introduce Bi-Partisan Initiative to Help Wisconsin Children Begin Saving at Birth

WILL Urges Governor Evers to Abandon Race Discrimination in New Housing Assistance Program

State program to allocate housing grants based on race

Yabuki Family Foundation Provides Free Admissions to Exhibit Highlighting the Internment of Japanese Americans During World War II

Jewish Museum Milwaukee to present Then They Came for Me in February

Software firm growing Milwaukee office with WEDC help

OpenGov plans to add 65 employees, invest $400,000

Milwaukee Christian Center proposal to create support kits for homebound SE Asian seniors wins AARP WI grant

Supervisor Taylor Statement on the Rittenhouse Verdict

Public input opportunities on tap for City’s redistricting plan

Ald. Hamilton announces Council’s redistricting schedule

Wild Space Dance Company Presents A Year of Dancing Dangerously

Rep. Bowen Honors First Responders of the 10th Assembly District

Investor, mentor Bob Wood is 2021 inductee to Tech Council’s ‘Investor Hall of Fame’

State Legislative Audit Bureau’s Audit Report Proves Elections Are Accurate and Secure

Fond du Lac North Area Plan Earns City Plan Commission Approval

Podcast Production Agency “Podcamp Media” Opens New Studio in Downtown Milwaukee

Studio Build-Out Is Supported by a WEDC Bounceback Grant and Applauded by State and Local Economic Development Leaders

El-Amin brothers to highlight entrepreneurial endeavors Nov. 4 at Early Stage Symposium

WILL, Scott Walker Urge U.S. Supreme Court to Take Wisconsin Press Freedom Case

Case involves Governor Evers' decision to exclude certain journalists from press briefings

Supervisor Weishan Celebrates Contributions of Wisconsin Tribes on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin, and Mayor Nickels Announce Final Designation of the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary

The governor joined federal, state, and local leaders to celebrate designation in Manitowoc

Chairwoman Nicholson Advances Equity Initiative at Wisconsin Counties Association Conference

DHS to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capacity, Relaunches Community Testing Program

The program seeks to increase COVID-19 testing access across Wisconsin

Jessica Katzenmeyer Announces Congressional Campaign in Wisconsin’s 5th District

DNR To Host ‘Protecting The People – Safe Drinking Water For All’ Webinar Oct. 12

Third Webinar In Series Of Panel Discussions About Safe Water For All

AG Kaul Announces $86,000 Agreement with Jon-De Capital, Inc. for Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws

October 1, 2021

Gov. Evers Proclaims September 25 “Bob Uecker Day”

Construction Business Group Names Joseph L. Davis, Sr. As New Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Development Director

Supervisors Praise Work of County Housing Division in Preventing Evictions

DNR To Host ‘Threats On Tap: Marginalized Communities’ Webinar Sept. 15

Second Webinar In Series Of Panel Discussions About Safe Water For All

State expects $319 million windfall, but MKE not allowed to raise a dime

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 7, 2021

State of Wisconsin to Receive $14 Million After Arbitration Panel Rules in Favor of State in Dispute with Cigarette Manufacturers

September 2, 2021

Wisconsin DOJ Hosts First Fire Investigation Course

“This course provides investigators with training and accreditation, bringing expertise in fire investigations to more communities and helping to protect public safety,” said Attorney General Kaul.

Follow the Redistricting Process on City of Milwaukee website

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $92 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

I Am Not My Hair

County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Adopt Supervisor Coggs-Jones Resolution Supporting the CROWN Act

Ortiz-Velez Resolution Supporting Fentanyl Testing Strip Legalization Adopted by County Board

DNR Kicks Off Water Quality Month With Safe Water For All Campaign; Announces Panel Series

Agency Working With DHS And Other Partners To Make Sure Our Water Is Safe Now And For Future Generations

Gov. Evers Proclaims July 22 “Bucks in Six” Day

Supervisor Ortiz-Velez Resolution Supporting Fentanyl Testing Strip Legalization Advances

Nationally-ranked Startup Accelerator & Venture Capital Fund gener8tor Hires Finance & Giving Expert as Organization’s First Investment Director

Milwaukee Native Tonnetta D. Carter to Spearhead Market Expansion, Fundraising & Investment Opportunities

Gov. Evers, Oneida Nation Chairman Hill Sign Compact Amendment Permitting Event Wagering

UW-Whitewater Chancellor Dwight Watson resigns; former UW System leader Jim Henderson named interim

Chancellor cites health condition

Milwaukee Celebrates Couture Construction Investment In Community During Ceremonial Groundbreaking

Dignitaries from the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the AFL-CIO’s Housing Investment Trust and project partners including Barrett Lo Visionary Development, RINKA and Findorff join the celebration to mark this milestone

Gov. Evers announces WisDOT grant for Milton jobs

Rail project will help chocolate factory receive ingredients

Joint Committee on Finance Supports Funding of New Museum in Capital Budget

Federal and State Officials Advise COVID-19 Vaccine Providers in Wisconsin that Individuals Seeking Vaccinations Cannot Be Charged

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Maj. Gen. James G. Blaney

Building Commission Approves Nearly $87 Million in Projects in Wisconsin

Projects include nearly $66 million approved for Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center expansion

Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Reflects on First Year Leading Board of Supervisors

Rockline expands operations in Sheboygan

Expansion will create 54 jobs, $19.7 million capital investment

City of Green Lake receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of hotel and resort

WEDC investment to help fund reopening of the Heidel House

AG Kaul Releases 2020 State Crime Laboratories Annual Report

April 15, 2021

Founding Member of national African American Tobacco Leadership Council to Kick-off No Menthol Sunday efforts in Wisconsin