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DWD Encourages Employers to Apply for Workforce Training Grants

Wisconsin Fast Forward program funds innovative and collaborative projects to train skilled workers

$1 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Technical Education Equipment Training Grants Available to Wisconsin School Districts

DWD Recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Releases Report on Key Milestones Achieved to Combat Worker Exploitation While Supporting Employers

DWD Highlights Results for Year of the Worker in 2024 Annual Report

New Skill Explorer Helps Job Seekers Navigate Career Options

Upgraded online tool provides more resources to an expanded audience

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Seventh Consecutive Month of Record-High Employment

Wisconsin sees a record-high 3,073,900 employed, continued historically low unemployment

Wisconsin Sets New Record High For Registered Apprentices

Commonly associated with construction trades, state program includes more than 200 occupations.

Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council Hosting Public Hearing December 10

2024 Roundup- Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Third Consecutive Year of Record-High Number of Registered Apprentices

A record 17,089 apprentices to participate in state program to ‘earn while they learn,’ third consecutive year of record-high number of registered apprentices

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Sixth Consecutive Month of Record-High Employment

DWD Opens Unemployment Insurance Law Public Comment Period

Public invited to attend Nov. 21 public hearing or submit written comments Nov. 14 through Nov. 22

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce $1 Million in Teacher Training and Recruitment Grants

DWD Announces Winners of 2024 Vets Ready Employer Awards

Twenty-two employers honored for exemplary commitment to hire and support veterans

Candidates Ignore State’s Looming ‘Senior Tsunami’

Over-75 population expected to explode, creating huge shortage of health care workers.

New Commercial Driver Training Grants for Training Providers Now Available

Grants fund training costs for state residents to obtain a Commercial Driver License

Winning with Wisconsin’s Workforce Events Highlight Strategies to Gain and Retain a Skilled Workforce

Wisconsin Reaches New Record High Employment of Individuals with Disabilities

Highlighted in U.S. Department of Education Visit

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Nine Counties in Wisconsin Achieve Record-Low Unemployment

Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Door, Langlade, Oconto, Pepin, Rock, and Sawyer counties achieved record-low unemployment rates in September 2024

Draft guidance published for non-union apprenticeship wage rates

Wisconsin Economic Summit kicks off Tuesday

Speakers will explore artificial intelligence and innovation during two-day event in La Crosse.

DWD Expands Unemployment Insurance Dashboards with Data on Claims by Industry

DWD Publishes 2024 Wisconsin Agricultural Education and Workforce Development Council Annual Report

Grants Available to Help Wisconsin Employers Train Skilled Workers

Wisconsin Fast Forward grants fund innovative and collaborative worker training projects

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Youth Apprenticeship to Add Four Occupational Pathways This Fall

Expansion offers additional opportunities to state youth for on-the-job training in law enforcement, fire protection, project management, and barbering/cosmetology

Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment Launches Data Dashboard

DWD Announces Advancements in Unemployment Insurance Modernization in Collaboration with Google Public Sector

Gov. Evers Announces Task Force on the Healthcare Workforce Releases Full Report

Report details recommendations to address challenges facing the state’s healthcare workforce

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.

Winning with Wisconsin’s Workforce Event Series to Highlight Artificial Intelligence

DWD Releases 2022 – 2040 Registered Nurse Supply and Demand Forecast Results

Report reveals nursing workforce shortage

Insurance Premiums for Worker’s Compensation Continue to Decline

Insurance Rates Covering On-the-Job Injuries Drop for Ninth Year in a Row

Gov. Evers Announces Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence Releases Final Action Plan

AI action plan prioritizes strategies to build state’s competitive edge

DWD Awards Eight School Districts Equipment Grants

More than $206,000 in regional funding to benefit 2,000 students in Southeast Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Wisconsin Ranks No. 1 Nationally for Growth in Hourly Earnings

Preliminary data show Wisconsin hits second consecutive monthly record for employment

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Record-High Employment in June

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $408,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve About 4,600 Students

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

DWD Awarded for Innovative Visual Catalog of Data Dashboards

WisConomy tools provide easy access to information for users

BLS Data: Wisconsin Achieves Record High Employment

DWD Releases New Report Highlighting Advances in Efforts to Combat UI Fraud

DWD, Wisconsin’s Regional Workforce Development Boards Launch the 2024 Winning with Wisconsin’s Workforce Event Series

Baldwin Blasts CNH Industrial for Laying Off Over 200 Workers in Racine while Company Makes Record Profits, Pays CEO $18 Million

Custom Apparel Business Owner Sued for Unpaid Wages Owed to Former Employees

April 9, 2024

New Job Growth Estimates: A Positive Outlook for Wisconsin’s Workforce and Economy

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

DWD Releases New Unemployment Insurance Claims by County Dashboard

DWD Announces Almost $4 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 22 employers and new or increased wages for 2,133 trainees

Schools Encouraged to Apply for $504,894 in Wisconsin Fast Forward Technical Education Equipment Training Grants

BLS Data: Wisconsin Sets New Records in Total State Jobs, Employment

State Officials Hear From Industry, Labor on Embracing AI

Goal to make changes without leaving workers behind, they tell governor's task force.

Gov. Evers, DWD Celebrate Success of New Youth Apprenticeship Child Care, Education Pathways

Kirsten Johnson Aims to Restore Trust in Public Health

And bolster workforce. State DHS leader oversees nearly 6,000 employees.

Marquette University School of Dentistry dean appointed to Governor’s Task Force on the Healthcare Workforce

Gov. Evers, Members of Evers Administration Meet with Eau Claire Leaders to Support Regional Healthcare Workforce Following HSHS and Prevea Closures

Evers Task Force to Spotlight Health Care Worker Shortage

Everyone in state should have good quality care, 'no matter their zip code.'

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Task Force on the Healthcare Workforce, Appoints Lieutenant Governor Chair

Governor’s task force announced in State of the State address to create action plan to address chronic challenges in the state’s healthcare industry, bolster healthcare workforce

DWD, Regional Partners Taking Action to Support Healthcare Industry Workforce in Eau Claire, Chippewa Valley Regions

Gov. Evers, Members of Evers Administration Celebrate Grand Opening of Child Care Center in Sturgeon Bay

DWD Highlights Year of Historic Results for Workforce in 2023 Annual Report

BLS Data – Total Nonfarm Jobs Hit Record High for Second Month

State Labor Secretary Touts Wins in 2023

Record year for apprenticeships and much improved unemployment insurance system.

BLS Data: State Reaches All-Time High in Monthly Total Nonfarm Jobs

Three-Agency Collaboration Supports Higher Employment Rates for Individuals with Disabilities

Competitive Integrated Employment Yielding Improved Employment Outcomes

Wisconsin Apprenticeship Partners with UW-Stout on New Program

Certificate program allows students to apply coursework toward apprenticeship or college degree

Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence Continues Efforts to Identify Priorities for Training, Education, and Employment Solutions

BLS Data: State Labor Force Participation Rate Holds Steady in October

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce All-Time Record-High Number of Registered Apprentices in Program’s 112-Year History

A record 16,384 apprentices to participate in state program to ‘earn while they learn’

Gov. Evers Announces Winners of 2023 Vets Ready Employer Awards

Seventeen employers honored for exemplary commitment to hiring and supporting veterans

DWD Taking Applications for Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Application deadline is Nov. 28 for innovative and collaborative customized worker training projects

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence

30 task force members, national AI experts set to convene at public task force meeting Oct. 30 in Madison

Summit brings leaders ‘Together’ to build an economy for all

WEDC event celebrates innovative workforce solutions

DWD Launches Campaign to Combat Worker Misclassification

Incorrect worker designation creates unlevel playing field for employers, affects worker benefits

BLS Data: State Reaches Record Number of Jobs for Third Month in Row

DWD Accepting Proposals for Nearly $1 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Funds for Technical Education Equipment in Schools

Applications for advanced manufacturing tool and equipment grants are due 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5

GOP Senators Express Skepticism of Governor’s Childcare, Workforce Bill

Issue coming to head with worker shortage, expiration of childcare subsidy program.

DWD Equal Rights Division Expands Online Research Portal to Include Reports on Lost Wages Collected for Wisconsin Workers

DWD Marks Manufacturing Month, Promotes Careers

October celebrates one of state's top industries

Wisconsin Wins Grant To Replace Troubled Unemployment System

Mainframe software system was burdened with backlogs in 2020, leaving thousands without answers or payment.

DWD Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Anti-Discrimination Law Protecting People with Disabilities with Launch of Virtual Accommodation Training Library

Modules leverage 21st century technology to support hiring and retention of workers with disabilities

U.S. Department of Labor Awards DWD More Than $11 Million

Eighteen states, including Wisconsin, receive funds to modernize unemployment insurance systems

Employers and Job Seekers Connect with Resources at Statewide Job Center Open House

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence

BLS Data: State Labor Force Participation Up, Jobs Increase

Both private and nonfarm jobs are at record highs

DWD Announces $227,520 in Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve More Than 1,030 Students

Training will boost workforce readiness and fill the need for skilled manufacturing workers

DWD Awarded $806,379 to Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities

Funds will bolster the state's Registered Apprenticeship and Certified Pre-Apprenticeship programs

DWD Announces Almost $1.3 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants

Grants support 12 employers and new or increased wages for 714 trainees

BLS Data: Wisconsin Breaks Record in Number of Jobs During June

Wisconsin Working to Connect Pharmacists with Potential Employees

State Youth Apprenticeship allows high school students to train on the job as Pharmacy Technicians

Developers Selected For Early Childhood Educator Homes

Aim is to boost childcare and minority homeowners. Plus: recap of week's real estate news.

New County Workforce Profiles Offer Updated Labor Market Snapshots

May Local Employment and Unemployment Data Released

Thirty-nine counties, 15 major cities and six metro areas report historically low May unemployment rates

BLS Data: Statewide Unemployment Rate Holds at Record-Low 2.4% in May

April Local Unemployment and Unemployment Data Released

Sixty counties report historically low April unemployment rates

DWD Announces Work Permits for Minors Now Online

Latest Modernization Effort Makes Permit Application Process Easier, More Accessible

BLS Data: Wisconsin Statewide Unemployment Rate Hits New Record Low of 2.4% in April, State Adds 3,800 Total Jobs Over Month

Rideshare program off to speedy start

Workforce Innovation Grant recipient celebrates 1,000th ride with WEDC, DWD, community and employer partners

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Selected for Job Quality Academy

Academy focuses on creating good jobs for residents

DWD Celebrates Another Record-Breaking Year in Youth Apprenticeships

March Local Unemployment Data Breaks Records

Historically Low Unemployment Rates in 69 of State's 72 Counties Compared to March Data from Previous Years; Four Cities, Two Counties Also See All-time Lows

Wisconsin Unemployment Reaches Record Low

State also sets record for number of jobs.