State of Wisconsin

Hunzinger Welcomes Maggie Pinnt as New Business Development Director

Fresh Off Reelection, Secretary of State Doug La Follette Retires

Governor Evers appoints former treasurer Sarah Godlewski to remainder of 82-year-old's term.

Senator Agard Statement on Retirement of Secretary of State Doug La Follette

Governor Tony Evers Appoints Former State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to Fill La Follette’s Vacancy

Gov. Evers Appoints Sarah Godlewski to Secretary of State

Secretary La Follette retiring after serving more than 40 years in office

Evers Proposes Free School Lunches for All Students

Proposed $120 million program would help students, families and farmers, governor says.

Senator Agard Denounces Republican Bill to Control Women’s Healthcare Decisions

Proposed federal PFAS limits signal growing concern over health risks of “forever chemicals”

Federal PFAS limits are far lower, more expansive than current Wisconsin standards

Kim Swissdorf Appointed DFI Division of Banking Administrator

AG Kaul Announces $320,000 Settlement with Ledgeview Farms to Resolve Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws

March 10, 2023

Office of School Safety, Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association, and Parent of Parkland Shooting Victim Advocate for Funding

March 7, 2023

New Milwaukee Office Building Would Be Public-Private Partnership

State pivots from original plan to build its own facility at 27th and Wisconsin.

Thousands Have Unclaimed Funds in County Treasury

County itself has more than $10,000 waiting to be claimed. How about you?

Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Summer Strand to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin

Evers Budget Funds Bikers, Walkers

It’s way overdue. State ranks 49th in funding transportation for biking, walking.

Annual Homeless Population Count Reveals Difficulties In Finding People Shelter

Federal rules require count to be done in January, with results determining future resource allocation.

Voters beware: Midtown Center early voting site is NOT a normal polling location

Site will be closed on Spring Primary Election Day (February 21)

Ambassador Now A Wyndham Trademark Hotel

Westside hotel, celebrating its 95th anniversary, will now be marketed through Wyndham.

Why State Voting Audit Was Remarkable

Largest hand recount in state history finds not one voting machine error, wins bipartisan praise.

Marquette Latinx studies professor named UMOS Hispanic Man of the Year

Longtime Marquette University School of Dentistry dean Lobb to retire from university

New Apartment Complex For Displaced LGBTQ+ Young Adults

Courage MKE will be located on South Side. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

County Supervisors Commend Bruce Colburn on Long Career Fighting for Workers’ Rights

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates City Zoning Committee Moving Forward the Sale of 90 Lots for Single Family Homes in the King Park Neighborhood

Juvenile Justice Facility rezoning hearing at ZND committee set for Tuesday

More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats

North side voters will find packed primaries on Feb. 21.

What To Look For On Your Property Tax Bill

You'll want to make sure this credit appears on your bill. It's worth nearly $250.

Report Finds Holes In County Substance Abuse Program

Wisconsin Policy Forum recommends using opioid settlement funds to revitalize system.

Milwaukee Believes Census Didn’t Count 15,800 Residents

City submitting formal challenge with more than $21 million in federal aid on the line.

State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building

But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.

County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board Unanimously Voting for Investments in Public Safety, Affordable Housing, and Area Youth

The Vast Gulf Between Evers, Legislators

A difference of at least $2.8 billion on how they want to spend historic surplus.

Deal On Affordable Housing Adds Bay View, Edison School Projects

Housing fund will back 14 projects, including Martin Luther King Library redevelopment.

Wisconsin DOJ and 32 other States finalize $435 Million Agreement with JUUL Labs

December 8, 2022

Medical Examiner’s Office Needs Help With Autopsies

Staff shortage since chief medical examiner dismissed could jeopardize accreditation.

Former Milwaukee County Supervisor Rev. Dr. Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. Announces Candidacy for District 9 Alderman

Former Milwaukee County Supervisor is seeking to be the voice for District 9 residents who have been without representation

County Committee Backs I-94 ‘Fix at Six’

Resolution next goes to full county board. MICAH leader warns the state could be sued.

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

First Candidate Announces for Triggiano’s Judicial Seat

Family Court Commissioner Ana Berrios-Schroeder will run for Milwaukee Circuit Court.

State Surplus Projected to Hit $6.5 Billion!

Wisconsin's fiscal condition the 'strongest in state history,' says DOA report.

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

Prosecutors To Conclude Their Case in Darrell Brooks Trial Wednesday

Brooks, who is representing himself, will begin his defense the same day.

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

October 18, 2022

Evers Says Fixing Financial Relationship Between State, Milwaukee and Other Cities Is Top Priority

But his proposal leaves Milwaukee far short of the revenue it needs to avoid substantial cuts.

Seven Questions For Tony Evers and Tim Michels

Gubernatorial candidates will square off Friday night in their only debate.

Referendums Seek To Block Election Grants From Zuckerberg, Others

Four counties will ask voters nonbinding question regarding election grants.

Shreedhar Ranabhat to Serve as WHEDA Director of Commercial Lending

Board Considers Abortion Rights Proposal

After protests at his home, Sup. Rolland pushes resolution asking county lobbyists to advocate for state abortion law.

Milwaukee County Celebrates 187th Birthday

County Executive, Supervisors hosting August 25 event at the Zoo

Former Northwest Side Sam’s Club Sold As Industrial Property

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System

Three-mile, award-winning corridor is becoming far more than a downtown amenity.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces New One Night Only Concerts

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

Statewide Republican Candidates

Hotly-contested race for gubernatorial nomination is just the tip of the iceberg.

Mayor Dumps Head of Violence Prevention Office

Arnitta Holliman removed from role she had held for a little more than a year.

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

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

Public Museum Gains Accreditation

After facing a delay, Museum gains national re-accreditation needed for pursuit for a new building.

Should Wisconsin Establish Right to Clean Water?

5 counties will have referendums on this question in November election.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Board Could Fund Voter Education, Registration

Initiative for 2022 would be similar to past outreach effort for 2020 election.

Unions, Senate Candidates Push New Labor Law

Union leaders and Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate rally Downtown for PRO Act.

Mayor Johnson’s New HR Director Gets Committee Endorsement

Harper Donahue would move from the City of Madison to Milwaukee.

Arts Board Announces 2022 Honorees

Milwaukee Arts Board gives annual awards to Artists of the Year and Friends of the Arts.

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

June 30, 2022

Outside An Abortion Clinic The Morning Roe Was Overturned

Women face harassment as they arrive for procedures they can no longer access.

Iron District Developers Buy Site

Apartments, soccer stadium, hotel and concert venue planned.

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

Police Officers Lied About Vaccine Status

Two officers lied to take a taxpayer-funded trip, under advice from Lieutenant who retired before discipline could be issued.

Help For Taxpayers Paying City Water Fee

Little known programs help you pay water and street lighting fee or even your mortgage.

MARS Solutions Group Joins Milky Way Tech Hub as Corporate Member

Partnership to advance reskilling, upskilling & talent development in Milwaukee

Gregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney

Nominee, if confirmed, would get second term as U.S. Attorney and top prosecutor for Southeast Wisconsin.

Mayor Signs RNC Agreement To Applause

But two big questions remain: will city win convention and will it benefit financially?

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

May 25, 2022

Evers Awards $2.2 Million For City Policing

ARPA funds will aid Milwaukee's efforts to control crowds, curb violence in downtown bar districts.

Youth Incarceration Alternatives Running Out of Money

Community-based programs are critical to keeping youth out of juvenile detention facilities.

Walker’s Point Hemp Store Becoming Cafe

Canni Hemp Company will become a cafe that offers events and non-alcoholic drinks made from the Kava plant.

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

Can Tim Michels Divest His Stock?

A previous wealthy governor did this, to eliminate a conflict of interest. It did not go well

Evers Releases New Clean Energy Plan

Aims to grow renewable energy, creating more jobs and lower fuel costs.

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

Brewers Cost Taxpayers $1.56 Billion

As team prepares to ask for additional stadium subsidy, Urban Milwaukee updates the 40-year cost.

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

Betty Brinn Pulls Out of New Museum Complex

Milwaukee Public Museum still moving forward on new $240 million facility.

Wells Street Could Gain Raised Bike Lanes

Quarter-mile stretch will be rebuilt through East Town.

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

Another Bizarre Gableman Proposal

With no evidence recommends state stop using ERIC voter registration system.

Former Hospital Designated Historic

HPC decision made despite UWM's objections. But alderman thinks real fight yet to come.

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

April 4, 2022