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Wisconsin’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Struggle to Differentiate on Health Care

In a crowded field, candidates sought to differentiate themselves despite shared policy goals.

Gov. Evers to Take Action on 33 Bills

Achieving Growth With State Small Business Credit Initiative

Wisconsin small businesses can receive technical assistance to help become ready to secure investment

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Dozens Of Bills

Wisconsin Main Street Success Stories Recognized at 35th Awards Ceremony

WEDC salutes impactful projects, local achievements at event in downtown Wausau

Making Rural Housing Development Possible

New Office of Rural Prosperity initiative will build capacity for housing development in rural Wisconsin communities

Waupun Business Is Winner of Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest

Blue Heron Antiques to receive makeover this spring

Brand Milwaukee Forum to Examine How Local Creatives Can Help Redefine the City’s Image

Culture x Design launches civic forum series to strengthen Milwaukee’s creative economy through entrepreneurship support and storytelling.

Three Businesses Named as Finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest

One lucky winner will receive a business makeover this spring

The Midwests Premiere Tech Event, Summerfest TechAI, Announces Expansive Ai Programming Featuring Marquee Industry Leaders

WEDC Announces $1.5 Million in Grants to Support Small Businesses Across Wisconsin

Funding will enable local organizations to assist with building improvements and other financial support

Investment Aims to Increase Meat Snack Production

$125 million expansion project will create 75 new jobs at Old Wisconsin facility in Sheboygan

Missy Hughes Announces Next Phase of UNLOCK WISCONSIN – Ensuring Affordable, High-Quality Childcare for Wisconsin Families

Missy’s Unlock Wisconsin childcare agenda would save a typical Wisconsin family $20,000 each year, while helping childcare providers support their families, grow their businesses, and expand statewide childcare capacity.

Hong, Barnes Lead Democratic Primary for Governor In New Poll

Marquette poll shows most voters undecided, with Taylor leading Lazar for high court.

Helping Rural Communities Build Their Futures

Thrive Rural program will provide 10 communities with planning assistance and access to grants

Ignite Wisconsin Grant From WEDC Aims to Widen Wisconsin’s Lead in Fusion Energy

Wisconsin Fusion Energy Coalition will promote academic, private-sector partnerships

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $3.5 Million in Grants to Four Wisconsin Organizations Assisting Startups

Ignite Wisconsin program aims to foster collaboration, encourage startup growth

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

Milwaukee County Propels Community Vision for Metcalfe Park Liberation Hub

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $7.5 Million to Strengthen Wisconsin’s Ports, Bolster Commerce

Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race

Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.

10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations

How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.

Secretary Missy Hughes Releases Economic Plan in Campaign for WI Gov

Missy Hughes Will UNLOCK WISCONSIN By Removing The Barriers That Are Holding People Back And Ensuring Opportunity Moves Faster For Everyone – Her Comprehensive Plan Will Grow Wisconsin’s Economy, Boost Opportunity And Tackle The Affordability Crisis

Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor

Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.

Gov. Evers Celebrates Opening of Madison College Early Learning Campus

Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?

Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'

Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders

From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

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

WEDC recognized nationally for excellence in financial transparency

Government Finance Officers Association honors WEDC for 12th year

Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority

'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.

Something New Is Brewing in Southwest Wisconsin

Wired Rabbit Coffee Roasters brings new life to Cuba City’s historic downtown

New Report Identifies What Market Would Support at Former Northridge Site

City looking to hit a home run.

WEDC, Cascades celebrate company’s growth in Eau Claire

$6 million expansion project will create 36 new jobs, strengthen Wisconsin’s paper industry

Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor

Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.

Lean Design Werks Announces Acquisition of Brownfield Site to Establish Headquarters in St. Francis

State Bill Gives Tax Credits to New Nuclear Power Plants

12-1 bipartisan committee vote seeks more energy to supply data centers.

Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race

Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'

World championship snowshoe races coming to Wisconsin

Athletes and spectators from around the world expected to attend four-day event in Calumet County

Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026

Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.

GZ PrintPak expands U.S. footprint in Mount Pleasant

Czech Republic-based company invests in Wisconsin to meet growing industrial demand

Gov. Evers Appoints John W. Miller to Serve as WEDC Secretary and CEO

Gov. Evers Celebrates Shop Small Wisconsin, Encourages Wisconsinites to Shop Local this Holiday Season

End of the Ballgame For Beer Vendor’s Bid to Be Governor

Brewers' stadium vendor Ryan Strnad drops out of race, endorses David Crowley.

WEDC, Foxconn announce additional $569 million investment in Racine County

Project will create nearly 1,400 new jobs

Support local businesses and Shop Small this holiday season

WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $14 Million in Latest Round of Grants for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Across the State

NEVI program funding continues after successful multi-state lawsuit against Trump Administration

Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor

Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.

WEDC launches Talent Recruitment Grant Program to attract new residents

Applications open Jan. 5–31, 2026

Meta, state and local officials announce $1 billion data center investment in Beaver Dam project

Campus will be located in Alliant Energy’s Beaver Dam Commerce Park

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.'

Fred Clark Thinks He Can Flip Tiffany’s Congressional Seat

Conservationist and lumber industry veteran knows northern district well.

Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum

Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.

Japan Delegation’s Visit to Wisconsin Nov. 5-7 Will Explore Strength in Biohealth Innovation

Visit includes startup pitch session and networking reception

Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of the 2025 Business Awards

Northridge is Gone, Milwaukee Looks to Transform the Site

Searching for an anchor business or organization to help revive the area.

From big dreams to bigger smiles, a new children’s museum is coming to downtown Janesville

Grant supports creation of new children’s museum, boosting downtown Janesville’s economic growth and family resources

Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?

Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.

The Debate Over Data Centers

Controversial for local communities. Candidates for state office may have to pick sides.

2025 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards showcase Wisconsin’s global connections

Winners include The DeLong Company, Mercury Marine, and Hydro-Thermal Corporation

State Could Subsidize Distillery Expansion

Central Standard would get boost in move to Harley-Davidson campus.

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

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

Wikler Won’t Run For Governor

Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.

Speakers to explore ways to unlock investment in communities

2025 Wisconsin Economic Summit begins Wednesday in Green Bay

Wisconsin public school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 10 districts; deadline is Jan. 15

Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate $12 Million Expansion of Janesville Candy Manufacturing Facility

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor

Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.

Democrat Missy Hughes Launches Candidacy for Governor

Crowley Announces More Small Business Grants

10 more area businesses receive funds from county.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Second Round of “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses

The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation in Milwaukee County

Legislators Propose Tax Incentives to Attract German Company

Company would partner on Hayward plant turning wood pulp into aviation fuel.

Gov. Evers, Microsoft Officials Announce New $4 Billion Investment in Mount Pleasant Datacenter 

Microsoft’s $7 billion total investment will help make Wisconsin home to the world’s most powerful AI datacenter

Latino Chamber Announces 10th Wisconsin Latino Economic Unsummit, Sept. 25–26

Awards Reception to honor CIBC Bank, Froedtert ThedaCare Health Inc, WEDC, Racine County, UNIDOS (Milwaukee Bucks ERG), and the Wisconsin Department of Administration; Keynotes by Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez and DFI Secretary-designee Wendy K. Baumann

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration, Congress to Save Federal Programs That Support Small Businesses

Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress

WEDC Secretary Missy Hughes Resigns

Will she run for governor?

Gov. Evers Announces WEDC Secretary and CEO Hughes to Leave Evers Administration

Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate Record Year of Investments in Wisconsin Businesses and Communities

WEDC invested over $91 million toward tax incentives, grants, and loans to local communities and businesses in fiscal year 2025, the highest volume of investment from WEDC in past five years

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Milwaukee Tool to Invest $42 Million, Create 300 High-skill Jobs in Wisconsin

State supporting expansion with up to $4.5 million in performance-based tax credits

Microbial Discovery Group expands in Wisconsin with opening of third manufacturing facility

WEDC is partnering with innovative leader in fermentation

Local Businesses Awarded $100,000 in Grants

10 small businesses helped by new county economic development program.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Delivers “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses

The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation across Milwaukee County

Gov. Evers Successfully Secures Federal Hubzone Designation to Support Small Businesses, Boost Local Economies Across Rural Wisconsin

Secretary Hughes, local leaders join grand opening celebration for Schütz Container System plant in Kenosha

$166 million project will advance efficiency and sustainability

Wisconsin Economic Summit to Spotlight Strategies for Scaling Transformation and Unlocking Investment

Registration now open for Oct. 15-16 event in Green Bay

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration Not to Cut Critical Solar for All Program

Governor warns Trump Administration that cuts to Solar for All will cause energy bills to go up, hurt efforts to improve air quality and create jobs in Wisconsin

Grants available to organizations assisting entrepreneurs

Applications for Small Business Technical Assistance grants open August 11

State’s First Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program Launches

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

Gov. Evers Seeks Trump Administration Approval for HUBZone Designations to Support Small Businesses, Boost Rural Wisconsin Economies 

Governor petitions for federal designation to help local small businesses in eligible counties compete for federal contracts

WEDC provides more than $1.6 million to 14 Wisconsin organizations assisting entrepreneurs

Latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants support startups across the state

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

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

Boulder Junction takes comprehensive approach to community transformation

Development efforts range from downtown buildings to internet access

Randolph transforms former school into affordable, rural housing

Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate Catalent’s $45 Million Expansion, Adding to the State’s Booming Biohealth Sector

Catalent investment has created 200 new highly skilled biohealth jobs, further advancing Wisconsin’s status as a U.S. Regional Tech Hub

Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $2 Million to Help Cover Local Public Safety Costs from Hosting NFL Draft

Three-day 2025 NFL Draft brought 600,000 attendees, estimated more than $94 million in economic impact to state

Gov. Evers, WEDC Join Yaskawa America Inc. to Announce Relocation and Expansion of Company’s North American Headquarters in Wisconsin

Company to add over 700 new jobs and invest $180 million in Franklin

Crowley Launches Small Business Grant Program, Announces First Winner

County providing funding for brick-and-mortar businesses.

Gov. Evers, DATCP Celebrate June Dairy Month, Announce Dairy Processor Grant Recipients

Milwaukee County’s New “Building Bridges” Small Business Development Program Officially Approved

The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will provide grants and resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County

Ashland leans on legacy and a shared community vision

WEDC Secretary’s visit spotlights a historic downtown transformation