Department of Workforce Development

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.

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?'

Evers Administration Unveils Largest Child Labor Case in State History

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

New Brand, Restaurant For Troubled Airport Hotel

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

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

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

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