Department of Workforce Development

Interval Workers Confront Cafe Owner, Demand Unpaid Wages

Twelve employees of the defunct cafe are attempting to secure $10,000 from owner Ryan Hoban.

Proposal Would Crack Down on Fake Service Animals

Proposed state legislation would also tighten up restrictions around "emotional support animals."

Wisconsin Department of Justice Sues SDC

Lawsuit charges former SDC employees owed nearly $360,000 in wages, benefits.

New MCTS Apprenticeship Program Seeks Stronger Workforce

Inaugural program aims to better train and retain bus drivers and mechanics.

Gift From Herb Kohl Philanthropies Fuels Owner-Occupied Affordable Housing Efforts

Community Development Alliance leading effort to create 42 homes for early childhood educators.

Wisconsin Still Denies Unemployment Claims for People on Disability

Federal judge ruled in July 2024 that the exclusion violates federal law.

How NIH cuts will ripple through economy plenary panel at Entrepreneurs’ Conference

Updated County Workforce Profiles Offer Labor Market Snapshots

April Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting 2025-27 Budget Investments to Bolster the State’s Workforce

BLS Data- Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

Gov. Evers, WisDOT, DWD Announce Over $4 Million to Expand Access to Transportation, Help Reduce Barriers for Joining the Workforce

New investments to support over 50 counties in expanding access to employment-related transportation to reduce barriers to Wisconsinites joining the workforce