Washington County

6 Contested Circuit Court Races on April 7 Ballot

19 of 25 circuit court races in Wisconsin are uncontested. Which counties have races?

WisDOT, West Bend Community Partner to Prevent Distracted Driving Crashes

Event launches state/local partnership, kicks off National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Washington County Drops Plans for Charlie J. Kirk Way

County board chair says the plan would have cost more than previously realized.

Washington County Weighs Renaming Highway for Charlie Kirk

Proposal to rename part of Highway K draws strong opposition and a packed committee meeting.

Conservative WI Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler Will Retire

Will finish her term but won't be on 2027 ballot, setting up open race for high court.

Judge Maria Lazar Issues Statement on the Retirement of Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler

How Wisconsin Companies Are Benefitting From Data Center Boom

Orders stacking up for industrial companies.

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters

Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor

Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.

After Trump Weighs In, Josh Schoemann Drops Out of Governor’s Race

The Washington County executive announced his decision the day after President Trump endorsed his opponent.

President Trump Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor

Trump also endorsed Michael Alfonso, Sean Duffy's son-in-law, to replace Tiffany in Congress.

More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone

The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.

10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations

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

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.

Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race

It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.

Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race

The field is large. The key issue may be electability.

Top 10 Stories of The Year

In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?

Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority

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

Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It

U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.

Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026

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

MEA Announces Legal Action in Response to West Bend Dairy Farm’s Expansion Plans

DNR Permit for Rob-n-Cin Farms Ignores Past Environmental Violations and Endangers Groundwater, Trout Streams and Wetlands

VB Announces Trio of Signees

Golden Eagles add three prep standouts to 2026 roster.

Cousins Subs® and Washington County Businesses Rally to Support Local Food Banks

Cousins Subs franchisee rallies community to donate at least $8 per sub sold on Nov. 13.

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

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

Last week for 2025 We Energies Cookie Book events

Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum

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

Superintendent Jill Underly Makes Changes on Sexual Misconduct

Legislative committee grills her on handling of 'sexual grooming' by teachers.

Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race

An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds large majority of Wisconsin voters not yet tuned in to who is running in major 2026 elections

No candidate has established strong position in public favorability in governor, state Supreme Court races; large majorities of voters undecided

Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?

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

Can Wisconsin Republicans Retain Youth Vote in 2026 Election?

Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA helped GOP lose fewer young voters in 2024.

DNR Highlights Importance Of State Revolving Fund Programs For Clean, Safe Water In Wisconsin

How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis

Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?

Wikler Won’t Run For Governor

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

98th Assembly District First Responder of the Year: Deputy Anthony Rauch

More Names Surface in Governor’s Race

And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.

US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.

State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years

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

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

DNR Completes Statewide Cleanup Efforts at Former 5r Facilities Associated With 2021 Wisconsin Act 234

Five Locations Across Three Counties Restored For Public Use

Flood Damage Rises As Community Waits For President Trump to Help

County's costs climb to $54 million. Will Trump approve federal disaster relief?

Washington County Plans To Sell Former UWM Campus To Christian School

Community members are divided over proposal.

IMPACT 211 Activated by Wisconsin Emergency Management

Nearly 24,000 storm damage reports collected

Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates

How many candidates will run? The list looks long.

August 12 Update – Traffic Advisory: High Water Levels

August 11 Update – Traffic Advisory: High Water Levels

County Executive David Crowley Confirms He Will Run for Governor

Milwaukee official is second Democrat to enter race.

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Is First Dem To Announce Gubernatorial Bid

Rodriguez's announcement kicks off what is expected to be a fierce Democratic primary for governor

Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term

First open race for governor since 2010.

Gov. Evers Appoints Gordon Leech to the Washington County Circuit Court

Incidental Take Notice For Washington County

MATC Appoints Three District Board Members, Including Two Reappointments

GOP Lawmakers Seek Funding for More Prosecutors

But only for 3 of 72 counties: Waukesha, Washington and Brown counties.

Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Schoemann Criticizes Evers, Says He’ll ‘Outwork’ Others

Schoemann is leading conservative candidate in race.

Waukesha and Washington County Assembly Republicans Submit Budget Amendment to Add Assistant District Attorney Positions

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Washington County Circuit Court

Milwaukee Man Charged with First Degree Reckless Homicide in Connection with Overdose Death

Washington County Executive Files To Run For Governor

Republican Josh Schoemann is first candidate to enter race from either major party.

Fentanyl and Firearms Trafficker Sentenced to Fifteen Years in Federal Prison

Gov. Evers Appoints Brigadier General Matthew Strub to Lead the Wisconsin National Guard

Crawford Was Ahead Through Entire Election

Both parties' tracking polls showed a race whose winner was always the same.

Germantown Leader Loses in Landslide After Supporting Housing Development

62% of voters throw out 15-year incumbent who backed new apartment complex.

Crawford Beats Schimel in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

Race turned into a national election and a loss for Elon Musk and Donald Trump.

What The Voters Are Saying on Wisconsin’s Historic Election Day

The nation is watching as voters decide state's pivotal Supreme Court race.

Early Voting Surging Compared to 2023 Supreme Court Election

Suburban clerk offers an explanation of why.

New Film Documents Closure of Two-Year Colleges in Wisconsin

Director Ken Brosky questions the loss of Washington County and Richland campuses.

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

City Pays $1 Million More in Firefighter Settlement

All told Milwaukee will pay $2.15 million to settle overtime payment lawsuits.

Nineteen Charged for Trafficking Fentanyl, Heroin, and Cocaine in the Greater Milwaukee Area

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Inferior Care Feared As Counties Privatize Nursing Homes

In past three decades, 22 Wisconsin counties have sold or closed facilities.

DNR Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award Winners On America Recycles Day

November 18-22 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin

Can Harris Win Wisconsin?

Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.

Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Jim Piwowarczyk in the 98th Assembly Race

The top law enforcement association praised Piwowarczyk’s public safety commitment

Incidental Take Notice For Washington County

WisDOT construction forecast for Labor Day weekend travelers

Don’t fall into bad driving habits – buckle up, be patient, and put your phone down

WOW Counties Turning Less Republican

Ozaukee and Waukesha now less red while Washington County resists the trend.

Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries

Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.

Wake Boats on Wisconsin Lakes Cause Controversy

Surfers love the waves; others cite impact on fishing, canoeing, shoreline erosion.

First Confirmed West Nile Virus Activity in Wisconsin

DHS urges everyone to protect themselves against mosquito bites

Rep. Janel Brandtjen Sues State Ethics Commission

Menomonee Falls Republican fighting charges against her in campaign fundraising scheme.

Study Committee Will Consider Future of UW System

Declining enrollment and fiscal constraints among the issues being considered.

New Class of Clerks Prepares to Run Elections

Some 2,000 local clerks in Wisconsin will face heightened stress of running elections.

UW System Closing Sixth Two-Year School

UW-Oshkosh's Fox Cities campus will close in summer 2025.

Evers Urges Legislators to Release Funds for Communities Losing UW Branches

Legislature passed budget with $20 million for economic loss due to campus closures.

UW-Platteville Vacating Richland Campus

Democrats blame Republicans for cutting UW system funding.

Wisconsin State Patrol to conduct special enforcement to stop risky driving in Washington County

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $495,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants

Students at 17 Wisconsin school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

UWM Will Close Waukesha Campus in 2025

Announcement cites declining enrollment, will mean layoffs of staff and faculty.

Jim Piwowarczyk for Assembly: ‘Conservatives Must Start Winning Again’

The Anti-Urban Views of Josh Schoemann

Why did Washington County Executive dump on Milwaukee?

WDVA Awards More Than $474,000 in Veterans Mental Health Grants to Organizations Across Wisconsin

UPDATE: Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Germantown, Wis.

October 24, 2023

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Germantown, Wis.

October 23, 2023

UWM announces plans to close Washington County campus, expand partnership with Moraine Park Technical College

Responding to the closing directive from the Universities of Wisconsin, UWM will design options to meet the needs of students and employers

Senator Baldwin Helps Secure Funding to Improve Public Safety in Southeastern Wisconsin

Funding will strengthen crime prevention, reduce recidivism, and support victims