Department of Workforce Development

BLS Data – Wisconsin January Employment Numbers Released; Unemployment Ticks Up to 3.3%

DWD Announces New Worker Training Grants

Wisconsin Fast Forward funding available to all employer sectors

Evers Approves Workers Comp Increases

With creative veto governor redirects state labor department money to fund it.

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Over $1.5 Million in Fast Forward Grants to Help Train Over 700 Wisconsinites for in-Demand Jobs

Grants will go to 19 employers across the state to support job training in construction, child care healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and more

Gov. Evers Approves Bipartisan Bills Supporting Wisconsin Workers

Governor approves bills strengthening worker’s compensation benefits for workers injured on the job and safeguarding state’s unemployment insurance system

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Dozens Of Bills

Evers Administration to Celebrate Womens History Month With Cabinet Panel Series

Events in Green Bay and Milwaukee to Highlight Future of Wisconsin’s Economy, Workforce, and Thriving Communities

Legally Embattled Chain Quietly Closes Two Milwaukee Restaurants

Including one that spawned a Milwaukee-based burger empire.

After Pandemic Backlogs, Wisconsin’s Unemployment System Now Faces A Federal Roadblock

Evers says Trump’s move to cancel $29 million in grants could derail long-planned system upgrades.

Legislators, Nurse Professionals Collaborate on the Nurse Staffing and Patient Protection Act

Gov. Evers Urges President Trump to Sidestep Secretary and Restore Funding to Prevent Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance System

Governor appeals to Trump to restore funding Wisconsin needs to complete unemployment modernization efforts designed to help detect and prevent fraud, reduce improper payments, and improve efficiency

Gov. Evers, DWD Award $250,000 in Commercial Driver Training Grants, Bolstering Statewide Driver Workforce

Grants support businesses and organizations in eight counties across the state that offer training for in-demand driving occupations

Wisconsin Sets Apprenticeship Record for Fourth Year in a Row

More than 18,000 apprentices worked for over 3,000 employers in 2025.

Two Years After SDC Shutdown, Contractors Still Seek Payment 

'Who knows if they’ll have enough money to pay our balance?'

Gov. Evers Celebrates Four Consecutive Years of Record-High Enrollment InStates Registered Apprenticeship Program,Announces New Training Pathwaysand Opportunities for Growthin High-Demand Fields

Governor announces two new apprenticeship pathways in healthcare and education careers, workforce training grants for advanced manufacturing and AI sectors, and efforts to advance startup companies with high-growth potential

Evers Administration Unveils Largest Child Labor Case in State History

Governor’s office highlights sweeping DWD findings against Burger King operator Cave Enterprises.

Gov. Evers Demands Accountability for Sweeping Child Labor Violations Affecting Over 600 Kids

Evers Administration finds largest determination of child labor and wage payment violations in modern Wisconsin history

DWD Offers $1 Million in Teacher Training and Recruitment Grants

Virginia Hart Special Recognition and Outstanding Leadership Winners Announced

DWD and DFI Celebrate Career and Technical Education Month in Wisconsin

New Brand, Restaurant For Troubled Airport Hotel

Former Four Points by Sheraton has 188 rooms, recently went through receivership.

Medical Packaging Company Will Close Milwaukee Plant

Shutdown is just the latest change for building once used to build boat engines.

DWD Awards Equipment Grants to Three School Districts

Job Growth Cools in Wisconsin

Manufacturing employment down, retirees decrease total state workforce.

U.S. Department of Labor Awards Grant to WRTP | BIG STEP to Train Women for In-Demand CDL Jobs

Under Trump Wisconsin Lost 2,400 Federal Workers Yet Spending Rose

Remaining federal workers face more work, fewer resources.

Gov. Evers Celebrates Opening of Madison College Early Learning Campus

November Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

2025 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Airport Hotel Sold at Auction

Former Four Points by Sheraton encountered financial difficulties.

September Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

After Pioneering Work Release for Prisoners, Wisconsin Goes Backwards

Today, corrections officials don't even know how many prisoners have such jobs.

BLS Data: September Wisconsin Employment Numbers BLS Data: September Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

Bill Would Allow Wisconsin Youth Offenders To Appeal Life Sentences

More than 100 people would be eligible.

Nursing No Longer a Professional Degree, Says Trump Administration

Slashing federal student loans for nurses could contribute to shortage in Wisconsin.

Unemployment Legislation Gets Cold Reception From Democrats

Proposal includes multiple controversial tweaks to Wisconsin's unemployment insurance system.

Health Care Employers Encouraged to Apply for Wisconsin Fast Forward Training Grants

DWD Announces 2025 Vets Ready Employer Initiative Recipients

Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?

Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'

DWD Announces Two-Factor Authentication Now Required to Access the Unemployment Insurance Claimant Portal

Two-factor authentication helps protect claimant accounts from being taken over by someone who has gained access to a claimant’s username and password.

State Employment Program For People with Disabilities Lacks Funds

Causing waiting list for help. Evers administration seeks more funding.

Gov. Evers Vetoes In-Person Work Mandate for State Employees

Governor says flexible work arrangements cut costs, help recruit workers.

Unemployment Insurance Bill Could Divide Democrats

Labor-management council proposes higher benefits, tougher penalties.

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Faces Funding Shortfall, Leading to Waitlist for New Participants

Lack of funding limits program that serves Wisconsinites

Evers veto secures flow of unfair UI payments

DWD Biennial Report Highlights Achievements in Delivering Workforce Services

Will Hotel Near Airport Ever Reopen?

Owners of Clarion hotel, closed for two years, file for bankruptcy again in action Judge calls 'curious.'

DWDs Workers Compensation Division Completes Critical WC Injury Claim System Update

How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis

Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?

Gov. Evers Proclaims Oct. 19-25 Forest Products Week in Wisconsin

Highlights Wisconsin’s Forestry Industry’s Economic, Environmental, and Social Contributions

Federal Shutdown Cuts Off Funding For State Job Support Programs

Labor statistics also frozen.

Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban

Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.

Senate Approves Four Hutton Bills

Each reduces barriers and cuts red tape for Wisconsin citizens

Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes

One-in-four high school students already participate, but with stark divides based on district.

Updates to Unemployment Eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance Recipients in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Wisconsin Technical College System Board

Bill Would Reduce Wisconsin Unemployment Aid for Workers with Disabilities

Wisconsin has among the lowest unemployment insurance benefits in the country.

US Department of Labor awards $86 million to 14 states for investment in skills training programs for critical in-demand, emerging industries

Grants support shipbuilding, AI, advanced manufacturing, other critical sectors

Learn the Skills Needed to Be Successful in an AI-Centric Workplace

UWM’s Free AI Event This Wednesday 5:30-7 pm

August Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years

As Wisconsin companies saved $1 billion in rate cuts, injured workers fall behind.

DWD Kills Proposal to Subtract Disability Payments From Unemployment Compensation

“This is wonderful news for everyone involved and for the state of Wisconsin in general, disabled or non-disabled," says attorney.

Wisconsin Unemployment Holds Steady, But Number Working Falls

State continues to have unemployment rate below national average.

DWD Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Wisconsinites Impacted by Recent Severe Storms and Historic Flooding

Disaster Unemployment Assistance is available for eligible workers in Milwaukee County, Washington County, and Waukesha County

BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Applications Open for Commercial Driver Training Grants, Encourage Training Providers to Apply 

Judge Orders State To Pay Disabled Workers Who Were Denied Unemployment Benefits

Ruling could impact thousands of individuals, stretches back to 2015 law change.

DWD to Host Workforce Wednesdays in September

Job Centers welcome job seekers, job explorers, and employers

The Future of Work in Wisconsin, in 6 Charts

Wind turbine technicians, animal trainers, which jobs growing, shrinking?

DWD Awards Nearly $1 Million in Equipment Grants to 19 School Districts

More than 4,000 students to benefit from training in high-demand industries

DWD Announces Workforce Training Grants Available to Wisconsin Employers

Wisconsin Fast Forward program funds innovative and collaborative projects to train skilled workers

GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking

Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.

July Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

Federal Funding Cut Imperils Wisconsin’s Unemployment System Update

System that buckled in 2020 was being updated, but work can't be completed without funding.

BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Cuts Stalling Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance Modernization Efforts Designed to Prevent Fraud and Waste

Governor urges Trump Administration to restore $29 million Wisconsin expects to receive to modernize UI system, support projects designed to crack down on benefit fraud and abuse

Insurance Premiums for Worker’s Compensation Continue to Decline

UW System Pays To Settle DEI Demotion Lawsuit

Settlement ends lawsuit brought by former UW-Eau Claire DEI administrator who claimed she was demoted because she's white.

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 21 Bills

Record Number of Wisconsinites Taking Trade Apprenticeships

Demand for workers in industries such as manufacturing and health care still exceeds the number of workers entering.

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget

Governor releases list of impacts Trump Administration’s budget will have on Wisconsin’s seniors, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and workforce

Wisconsin’s Cross-Agency Collaboration Supports Progress for Workers with Disabilities

2025 Joint Report Highlights Career Pathways, Equity, and Wages

State’s First Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program Launches

Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages

June Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

Court Orders State to Pay Disabled Workers Unemployment Benefits

Walker-era law ended coverage for workers getting federal disability payments.

Apply Now: Wisconsin to Recognize Employers Who Hire and Retain Veterans

Deadline to Apply for the Vets Ready Employer Award is July 18

Wisconsin Technical College System elects officers

DWD Awards Over $2 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 18 employers to train over 1,000 workers in critical sectors

May Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Numbers Released

After Auction Fails, Bay View Forge Could Close

Layoff notice filed, but sale still being explored.

Unions, Business Groups Clash on Apprenticeship Bill

2018 law allows 1 apprentice per instructor. Bill would increase to 2 apprentices.

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Over $10 Million to Bolster Wisconsin’s Workforce

Funding will help more than 1,400 workers across the state find work, grow their skills, and increase earnings

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."

Knock-on effects: How NIH cuts will ripple through economy plenary panel at Entrepreneurs’ Conference