Former Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
Former Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
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The Race Is On For Lt. Governor
The last time there was no incumbent, back in 2010, nine candidates ran for the position.
Jul 26th, 2021 by Steven Walters
New Transportation Secretary Faces Tough Choices
Evers choice, Craig Thompson, will be improvement on Walker era, but faces huge problems.
Dec 21st, 2018 by George Mitchell
“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday campaign begins Friday – runs through January 1
Last year in Wisconsin, alcohol-related crashes resulted in 169 deaths and more than 3,000 injuries.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
November 26 is Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin
Motorists are urged to say “thank you” by driving safely near plow trucks all winter long
Nov 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Thanksgiving holiday travelers are asked to plan ahead, keep an eye on the weather, watch for deer and deer hunters
Motorists should be aware of increased deer activity this time of year, especially during early morning and early evening hours.
Nov 19th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker Announces $5.1 Million in Commute to Careers Grants
"These grants will give thousands of Wisconsin workers improved access to meaningful jobs or training opportunities that they need to enter the workforce."
Oct 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Labor Day weekend travelers asked to plan ahead, be aware of changing travel conditions
Due to recent flooding and the potential for more rainfall, motorists may encounter closed roads or road crews working to reopen flooded highways.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Northern Segment of I-94 North-South Project Set to Begin
Project stretches from County G to College Avenue
Aug 29th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
On Time and On Budget: Governor Walker Announces the Completion of the Zoo Interchange Core
New $300 million interchange designed to last for 75 years
Aug 27th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Shifts Cost For New Bridges
Walker administration policy means counties pay entire bill if bridge built to accommodate traffic growth.
Aug 14th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
Governor Walker Announces More Than $76 Million for Local Bridge Projects
The Local Bridge Program was established to rehabilitate and replace, on a cost-shared basis, the most seriously deteriorating existing local bridges on Wisconsin’s local highway system.
May 25th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Anti-Roads Governor
Why would a Republican governor be as anti-highways as Scott Walker?
May 17th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Blasts Walker for Funneling More Tax Dollars to Foxconn
DOT Secretary confirms money taken from other projects to pay for Foxconn roads
May 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Walker Announces $800,000 Emergency Grant to S.S. Badger
Repairs needed after severe April winter storm
May 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Welcomes 37 New Officers to the Wisconsin State Patrol in La Crosse
“We stand in support of all those who serve in uniform, including these 37 new State Patrol troopers and inspectors.”
Mar 30th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
How WisDOT Has Gone Dark
State Transportation Department no longer publishes data updates done for decades.
Mar 29th, 2018 by George Mitchell
WisDOT Secretary’s Declining Credibility
Half truths by Secretary Dave Ross may hurt him with legislators.
Mar 20th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Governor Walker Announces Major Projects to be Completed One Year Ahead of Scheduled Completion
WisDOT will be completing the I-39/90 mainline project one-year early from 2021 to 2020
Feb 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Investing in Our Infrastructure: Governor Walker Announces Advancements with WIS 441 Projec
WIS 441 Project to be completed one year earlier than expected
Dec 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Ending Freeway Project Is Historic Blunder
With huge costs for taxpayers and more accidents for drivers.
Nov 6th, 2017 by George Mitchell
WisDOT applies for federal Infrastructure For Rebuilding America Grant
Grant to fund final phase of the I-94 North-South expansion project
Oct 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Schimel and Pruitt, the Anti-Environmentalists
State attorney general and federal EPA head never met a green policy they liked.
Oct 8th, 2017 by James Rowen
New Inspector General position created
Position will work to eliminate inefficiencies, waste, fraud and abuse
Sep 25th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
The Doublespeak of Duey Stroebel
Republican state senator is against more debt. Except when he isn’t.
Jul 12th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Lobby Day on the Way
On April 13th advocates will lobby legislators for pro-biking measures.
Mar 31st, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Statement from Wisconsin DOT Secretary Dave Ross on cancellation of I-39/90/94 Madison to Portage study and I-90/94 Portage to Wisconsin Dells study
We did not make this decision hastily nor take it lightly.
Mar 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
More Funding for Local Roads Needed
In 38 counties only 5% of local roads are rated “good.”
Feb 28th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
WisDOT Secretary Dave Ross names Bob Seitz as department’s Deputy Secretary
He founded Arrowhead Strategies, LLC, providing lobbying, grassroots and crisis management services to state and national clients.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Why Mark Gottlieb Will Be Missed
DOT Secretary sought to fix all the state’s transportation needs. Maybe that’s why he’s gone.
Jan 8th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Rep. Craig Thanks Secretary Gottlieb, Welcomes Incoming Secretary Ross
"The Department of Transportation is in need of long-awaited fundamental reform and I hope Secretary Ross is up to that challenge."
Dec 27th, 2016 by State Sen. David Craig
Dave Ross Named New Department of Transportation Secretary
Secretary Ross will begin his new duties at the DOT on January 7, 2017.
Dec 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Milwaukee Comedy Festival Offers Laughs
10th annual fest offers huge line-up of comics over four days with most shows at Next Act Theatre.
Aug 6th, 2015 by Jon Richie
Walker Administration Lets Building and Safety Codes Slip
Critics say anti-regulatory bent means state hasn't addressed potential hazards and adapted cost-saving advances. First of a series.
Sep 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
