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Let’s Stop the Blame Game
Problems with the unemployment system are a bipartisan failure. And need a bipartisan solution.
Feb 27th, 2021 by State Rep. Don VruwinkWork-Share Program Surges During Pandemic
Struggling businesses can keep employees on part time and lost wages recouped through state unemployment system.
Feb 26th, 2021 by Erik GunnEvers Signs Bill on Unemployment System
Upgrading system and waiving waiting period for unemployment benefits.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteLegislature Okays Unemployment System Upgrades
Bill also includes COVID-19 legal immunity for businesses.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Laurel WhiteEvers’ Capital Budget Spends $2.4 Billion
More than $1 billion for UW System buildings and funds for Milwaukee state office building.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Shawn Johnson and Rich KremerNew Hurdle for Those Seeking Unemployment Aid
Federal bill signed in December has unexpected requirements, state DWD official says.
Feb 19th, 2021 by Graham KilmerLegislators Advance Unemployment Fix, COVID-19 Deal
But Republicans won’t pay for new computer system Evers says is needed.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Erik GunnWork Search Waiver for Unemployment Continues
DWD still not requiring work search for unemployment insurance claims.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Rachael VasquezEvers Wants Unemployment Insurance Reforms
GOP controlled legislature refuses to take up reform bills.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Erik GunnEvers Names 30 Equity Council Members
Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion appointees include leaders from nonprofits, tribes, churches, community groups.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Catherine CapellaroState Call Center Confuses Unemployed
Jobless people say DWD call center gives incorrect, contradictory information.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Rachael VasquezUnemployment Rises in Milwaukee
Milwaukee's unemployment rate is still above the national average.
Jan 29th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer