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Evers Approves Workers Comp Increases
With creative veto governor redirects state labor department money to fund it.
Mar 31st, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Legally Embattled Chain Quietly Closes Two Milwaukee Restaurants
Including one that spawned a Milwaukee-based burger empire.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Sets Apprenticeship Record for Fourth Year in a Row
More than 18,000 apprentices worked for over 3,000 employers in 2025.
Feb 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Two Years After SDC Shutdown, Contractors Still Seek Payment
'Who knows if they’ll have enough money to pay our balance?'
Feb 22nd, 2026 by Meredith Melland and Devin Blake
Evers Administration Unveils Largest Child Labor Case in State History
Governor’s office highlights sweeping DWD findings against Burger King operator Cave Enterprises.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
New Brand, Restaurant For Troubled Airport Hotel
Former Four Points by Sheraton has 188 rooms, recently went through receivership.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Medical Packaging Company Will Close Milwaukee Plant
Shutdown is just the latest change for building once used to build boat engines.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Job Growth Cools in Wisconsin
Manufacturing employment down, retirees decrease total state workforce.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Under Trump Wisconsin Lost 2,400 Federal Workers Yet Spending Rose
Remaining federal workers face more work, fewer resources.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Airport Hotel Sold at Auction
Former Four Points by Sheraton encountered financial difficulties.
Dec 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Pioneering Work Release for Prisoners, Wisconsin Goes Backwards
Today, corrections officials don't even know how many prisoners have such jobs.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Natalie Yahr
Bill Would Allow Wisconsin Youth Offenders To Appeal Life Sentences
More than 100 people would be eligible.
Dec 4th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Nursing No Longer a Professional Degree, Says Trump Administration
Slashing federal student loans for nurses could contribute to shortage in Wisconsin.
Nov 23rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Unemployment Legislation Gets Cold Reception From Democrats
Proposal includes multiple controversial tweaks to Wisconsin's unemployment insurance system.
Nov 14th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
State Employment Program For People with Disabilities Lacks Funds
Causing waiting list for help. Evers administration seeks more funding.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Gov. Evers Vetoes In-Person Work Mandate for State Employees
Governor says flexible work arrangements cut costs, help recruit workers.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Unemployment Insurance Bill Could Divide Democrats
Labor-management council proposes higher benefits, tougher penalties.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Will Hotel Near Airport Ever Reopen?
Owners of Clarion hotel, closed for two years, file for bankruptcy again in action Judge calls 'curious.'
Oct 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis
Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?
Oct 20th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Federal Shutdown Cuts Off Funding For State Job Support Programs
Labor statistics also frozen.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban
Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
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.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Bill Would Reduce Wisconsin Unemployment Aid for Workers with Disabilities
Wisconsin has among the lowest unemployment insurance benefits in the country.
Oct 3rd, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence
State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years
As Wisconsin companies saved $1 billion in rate cuts, injured workers fall behind.
Sep 21st, 2025 by Tom Kertscher
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.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Unemployment Holds Steady, But Number Working Falls
State continues to have unemployment rate below national average.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
Judge Orders State To Pay Disabled Workers Who Were Denied Unemployment Benefits
Ruling could impact thousands of individuals, stretches back to 2015 law change.
Sep 4th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
The Future of Work in Wisconsin, in 6 Charts
Wind turbine technicians, animal trainers, which jobs growing, shrinking?
Sep 3rd, 2025 by Natalie Yahr
GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking
Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
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.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
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.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
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.
Aug 1st, 2025 by Anna Marie Yanny
Court Orders State to Pay Disabled Workers Unemployment Benefits
Walker-era law ended coverage for workers getting federal disability payments.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
After Auction Fails, Bay View Forge Could Close
Layoff notice filed, but sale still being explored.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Unions, Business Groups Clash on Apprenticeship Bill
2018 law allows 1 apprentice per instructor. Bill would increase to 2 apprentices.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Lorin Cox
Interval Workers Confront Cafe Owner, Demand Unpaid Wages
Twelve employees of the defunct cafe are attempting to secure $10,000 from owner Ryan Hoban.
Jun 6th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Proposal Would Crack Down on Fake Service Animals
Proposed state legislation would also tighten up restrictions around "emotional support animals."
Jun 2nd, 2025 by Hope Kirwan
Wisconsin Department of Justice Sues SDC
Lawsuit charges former SDC employees owed nearly $360,000 in wages, benefits.
May 24th, 2025 by Meredith Melland
New MCTS Apprenticeship Program Seeks Stronger Workforce
Inaugural program aims to better train and retain bus drivers and mechanics.
Apr 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Gift From Herb Kohl Philanthropies Fuels Owner-Occupied Affordable Housing Efforts
Community Development Alliance leading effort to create 42 homes for early childhood educators.
Apr 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Still Denies Unemployment Claims for People on Disability
Federal judge ruled in July 2024 that the exclusion violates federal law.
Apr 21st, 2025 by Erik Gunn
GOP Bills Tighten Unemployment Insurance
And ban guaranteed income programs. Gov. Evers vetoed previous proposals.
Apr 21st, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Bill to Make Medicaid Eligibility Harder Held After Flurry of Opposition
Witnesses testified that current eligibility requirements are already burdensome.
Apr 16th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Advocacy Group Shines Light on Wage Theft
'Every year millions and millions of dollars are stolen from workers.'
Apr 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Evers Seeks to Hire Displaced Federal Workers in Wisconsin
New online portal launched. 'We have a place for you here in Wisconsin.'
Mar 27th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Canada’s Retaliatory Tariffs Target Wisconsin’s Top Industries
Trump's tariffs cause boomerang effect for many Wisconsin manufacturers, farmers.
Mar 21st, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Employment Hit New Record in 2024
Total employment up by 32,000 workers, 3% unemployment rate below national number.
Jan 27th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
State Increases Size of Planned Milwaukee Office Building, Seeks Developer
But it's still far smaller than what was contemplated pre-pandemic. Completion scheduled for 2027.
Jan 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
SDC Stands For ‘Still Didn’t Compensate’ Says Unpaid Former Employee
Several former employees of social service agency claim they still haven't been paid since April implosion.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Devin Blake
Legislative Committee Considers Artificial Intelligence Regulations
The pitfalls and potential of AI; possible legislative guard rails and state investments.
Dec 8th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Sets New Record High For Registered Apprentices
Commonly associated with construction trades, state program includes more than 200 occupations.
Dec 5th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Sun Badger Solar Customers Won’t Get Refund for Unfinished Projects
Company in receivership after alleged $500,000 embezzlement by former employee.
Dec 3rd, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Advance Auto Parts Closing 60% of Milwaukee Stores
Nationwide effort to shutter 700 stores falls heavily on city.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
For Sixth Straight Month, Wisconsin Sets New Employment Record
Unemployment stays near record lows, state workforce participation continues to outpace the nation.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Candidates Ignore State’s Looming ‘Senior Tsunami’
Over-75 population expected to explode, creating huge shortage of health care workers.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Despite Evers Appointing Her Replacement, A Walker Appointee Won’t Step Down
Georgia Maxwell's term on the labor and industry commission expired in March 2023.
Oct 15th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Will Need 10,000 More Elder Care Workers By 2030
State's 75-plus population will grow 41% by end of decade.
Oct 7th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
SDC Pays Out Another Round of Overdue Wages
Latest payment from distressed agency covers early April pay period.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Wisconsin Employment Hit New Record in July, Though Numbers of Jobs Dipped
A new all-time high of the number of people employed was reported.
Aug 16th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
U.S. Labor Secretary Touts Job Growth, Tours Mine in Milwaukee Visit
In joint press conference with Mayor, Su praised Biden-Harris administration's efforts to train and employ skilled tradespeople.
Aug 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
State Pursuing Much Smaller Building at 27th and Wisconsin
Plans to replace aging downtown building have been modified, down-sized.
Jun 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
SDC Has Not Paid Its Former Employees
Employees seek answers. 'The board feels horrible.'
May 22nd, 2024 by Devin Blake
Wisconsin Unemployment Below 3% For First Time Since Last Summer
State continues to outperform the country on unemployment, labor force participation.
May 17th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Evers Vetoes Bill Ending Work Permit Requirement for Younger Teens
Governor cites need to protect 14- and 15-year-olds through work permit process.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Scott Walker’s Misleading Use of Job Data
Citing isolated fact to CNN contradicted by a raft of positive data on job growth.
Apr 3rd, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Concordia University Will Lay Off 24 Employees
School has run deficits in recent years. Layoffs at Mequon campus to begin May 31
Apr 3rd, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
State Supreme Court Dismisses Amazon Claim That Drivers Aren’t Employees
Decision means delivery giant owes more than $200,000 in unemployment taxes.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against Unemployment Tax Exemption For Catholic Organization
Religious groups said they will appeal the ruling to U.S. Supreme Court
Mar 14th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Senate Fires 8 Evers Appointees, Approves 3 Constitutional Amendments
Senate ends session for year with governor 'apoplectic' over 'petty partisan politics.'
Mar 13th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
State Still Faces Nursing, Health Care Worker Shortage
New report finds many unfilled job openings in 8 of 18 professions hospitals employ.
Mar 11th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Had Record-High Construction Jobs in January
Several factors cited, including warm weather and boom in federally funded projects.
Mar 11th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
State Officials Hear From Industry, Labor on Embracing AI
Goal to make changes without leaving workers behind, they tell governor's task force.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
140-Year-Old Florist Closing
DWF Wholesale Florists and its predecessors have Milwaukee roots going back to the 1870s.
Feb 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
FBI Investigating Wisconsin Solar Company For Fraud
FBI sought communications between Sun Badger officials, employees
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Bill Eliminates Work Permits for Younger Teens
Democrats warn it undermines child labor laws. Legislation now goes to governor.
Feb 14th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Kirsten Johnson Aims to Restore Trust in Public Health
And bolster workforce. State DHS leader oversees nearly 6,000 employees.
Feb 12th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Most of State’s High-Paying Future Jobs Require College Degree
Report shows over half of jobs paying $50,000 or more will require a bachelor's degree.
Feb 5th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Labor Leaders Want 2024 To Be A Big Year for Unions
Poll says a supermajority of Americans now say they support unions. Groups hope to deliver more wins for workers.
Feb 1st, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Evers Task Force to Spotlight Health Care Worker Shortage
Everyone in state should have good quality care, 'no matter their zip code.'
Jan 30th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
State Sets Record With 3,026,500 Jobs
December's totals also show low unemployment rate of 3.3% as 'fairly strong economy' continues.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Erik Gunn
State Labor Secretary Touts Wins in 2023
Record year for apprenticeships and much improved unemployment insurance system.
Jan 10th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Apprenticeship Bill Targets Teacher Shortage
Students would attend college two years, then teach for two more before graduation.
Jan 9th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Bills Classify Ride-Share Drivers As Independent Contractors
Uber, other companies again push law that 'eliminates' worker rights, AFL-CIO charges.
Jan 8th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Reaches New Job Record, Unemployment Remains Low
Unemployment rate, labor force participation both beat national benchmarks.
Dec 22nd, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea
State Supreme Court Hears Arguments on ‘Gig Workers’
Should Amazon delivery drivers be treated as employees, earn unemployment aid?
Dec 20th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Court Will Decide If Amazon Drivers Are Really Independent Contractors
Wisconsin Supreme Court will rule on case, which would make workers eligible for unemployment.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Proposal Would Eliminate Teen Work Permits
Critics say it would eliminate funding for employer education, compliance monitoring.
Nov 17th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
City Attorney Spencer Faces Inspector’s Call For Ouster, Likely Violation Of Discrimination Law
Inspector General says attorney, deputy committed misconduct in office, state hearing coming on separate case.
Nov 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s Job Surge Continues in September
Number of jobs in Wisconsin set a new record for third month in a row.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Strauss Brands Cutting 130 Jobs
Meatpacking company in Franklin cutting two product lines, causing job cuts.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Deneen Smith
GOP Senators Express Skepticism of Governor’s Childcare, Workforce Bill
Issue coming to head with worker shortage, expiration of childcare subsidy program.
Oct 12th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Racine County Principal Charges He Was Fired For Being Gay
Legal complaint by Raymond School principal charges discrimination.
Oct 3rd, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin Wins Grant To Replace Troubled Unemployment System
Mainframe software system was burdened with backlogs in 2020, leaving thousands without answers or payment.
Sep 28th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Bipartisan Legislative Task Force Takes On Artificial Intelligence
Other task forces will address childhood obesity and human trafficking, Vos announces.
Aug 28th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Work Permits For Young Workers
Proposal would eliminate "red tape" in hiring 14- and 15-year-old workers.
Aug 24th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
State’s Tight Labor Market Continued in July
Wisconsin's labor force participation rate rose to 65.5%, versus 62.6% for the nation.
Aug 19th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Evers Signs School Bus Driver, Crime Laws, Vetoes Nine Bills
Vetoes restrictions on unemployment insurance and protections for fossil fuels.
Aug 7th, 2023 by Erik Gunn and Ruth Conniff
Wisconsin Has Record Number of Jobs
52,900 more than year prior. Unemployment near record low.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
