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Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor
Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.
Feb 16th, 2026 by Steven Walters
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.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts
Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone
The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations
How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race
Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?
Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'
Jan 13th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Evers Calls on Republicans to Offer Property Tax Relief
Discussing his final year in office, objects to immigration crackdown.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
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.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race
It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.
Jan 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues
Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority
'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026
Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor
Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026
Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.
Dec 7th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers Appoints New Head of Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.
John W. Miller was a congressional staffer and venture capital founder.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor
Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
End of the Ballgame For Beer Vendor’s Bid to Be Governor
Brewers' stadium vendor Ryan Strnad drops out of race, endorses David Crowley.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
9 Winning Issues For Democrats
Trump and Republicans seek 80/20 issues to run on. Should Wisconsin Democrats do the same?
Nov 20th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor
Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.
Nov 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum
Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.
Nov 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?
Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.
Oct 27th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis
Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?
Oct 20th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Wikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Former State Rep. Brett Hulsey Joins Democratic Field for Governor
Husley is known for controversial behavior, including Confederate uniform outside GOP convention.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor
Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor
Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'
Sep 15th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Vance Talks Urban Crime, Migrant Health Care In La Crosse Visit
Dems use Pfaff's annual corn roast to to preemptively respond, campaign.
Aug 30th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Local Businesses Awarded $100,000 in Grants
10 small businesses helped by new county economic development program.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates
How many candidates will run? The list looks long.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Microsoft, UWM Unveil New AI Lab
Lab aims to connect Wisconsin manufacturers with new automation technologies.
Jun 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Construction Beginning On Milwaukee’s Largest-Ever Riverwalk Expansion
Harbor District Riverwalk will line Inner Harbor, function much like a park.
Jun 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Illinois Robotics Manufacturer Moving Headquarters to Franklin
Gov. Evers says expansion in Wisconsin will create more than 700 jobs.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Crowley Launches Small Business Grant Program, Announces First Winner
County providing funding for brick-and-mortar businesses.
Jun 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation May Scale Back Programs
Republicans won't fully fund budget, WEDC head says businesses will be affected.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Hillsboro, WI, Gets Creative to Address Lack of Child Care Options
Will open combination child care and senior center with private and public funds.
May 26th, 2025 by John Davis
Will Huge Data Centers Boost Wisconsin’s Tax Revenues?
Critics say special sales tax exemption will give big tech companies millions.
May 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
State Economic Development Leader Cites Tariff Shock, Impact on Wisconsin
Hoping to maintain European trade partners amid 'man-made crisis.'
Apr 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Farmers, Chefs Call For Climate Action at James Beard Foundation Event
A roundtable discussion this week on climate change's impact on local industries.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
A Christmas Gift List For State Officials
What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Steven Walters
What Are Foxconn’s Employees Doing?
After 7 years and $700 million in taxpayer subsidies, what have we learned?
Dec 17th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Legislators Release Funds for Communities Losing 2-Year UW Schools
Gov. Evers has been pushing Joint Finance to release $20 million in aid approved in March.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
$100M Wisconsin Investment Fund to Focus on Tech, Biohealth Startups
Public-private venture will be biggest investment in startups in state history.
May 29th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
‘Top Chef’ Premiere Dished Up Praise For Milwaukee, The Dairy State
The season's first episode highlighted Milwaukee's Lupi & Iris, Blu and a handful of local personalities.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
WEDC Leader Missy Hughes Had Big Year
Microsoft deal, biotech project among high points in 2023 for state agency.
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Partnership Seeks to Make Wisconsin a Regional Tech Hub
15 consortium members say state's biohealth, manufacturing sectors make it an ideal site.
Sep 11th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Audit Says WEDC Didn’t Meet Job Creation Goals, Was Slow To Recovery Money
Audit of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation recommends 26 changes.
Sep 1st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Democrat Will Challenge Rep. Van Orden
Eau Claire business owner Rebecca Cooke to run for 3rd District Congressional District that flipped Republican in 2022.
Jul 11th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan
Wisconsin Has Nation’s Second Best Small Business Survival Rate
43% still in business after 10 years. Only Iowa had higher survival rate.
May 16th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
State Needs More Skilled Workers for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
WEDC report says state could become a global hub for electric vehicles, but it needs more workers.
Apr 7th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
Microsoft Data Center Proposed for Foxconn Land
Mount Pleasant seeking other tenants. Not clear how many jobs this plan would create.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Rep. Donovan’s Reckless Driving Bills Approved By Legislature
And: Republicans block rule that bans conversion therapy, allowing controversial practice to continue.
Mar 23rd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
State Approves Its Half of Fiserv Subsidy
Company will get up to $7 million from state, $7 million from city TIF distrct
Feb 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State Sees Increase in New Businesses
500 new businesses per month since summer 2020. Why the rise?
Feb 9th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
State’s ‘Bounceback Grants’ a Model for Success
Using federal funds to give $10,000 grants to nearly 7,800 businesses in all 72 counties.
Dec 27th, 2022 by Missy Hughes
State Grants Help 7,200 Businesses
Evers used federal pandemic aid to give $72 million in $10,000 grants to small businesses, with more to come.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy
Evers uses 56% of federal ARPA funds for economic development, helps 6,600 businesses.
Nov 7th, 2022 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Housing Shortage Compounding Worker Shortage
Shortage of available homes making it more difficult to find workers, raising prices.
Nov 3rd, 2022 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Nursing Schools Can’t Graduate Enough Students
But issues are related to lack of teachers and space, not applicants.
Oct 17th, 2022 by Leah Treidler
Inside Komatsu Mining’s Massive New Harbor District Campus
P&H parent company swaps a ribbon cutting for a tree planting in opening new factory.
Jun 27th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Afghan Refuges Buttress State’s Workforce
Immigrants bring skills and work ethic employers seek amid a tight labor market.
May 13th, 2022 by Zhen Wang
Huge Foxconn Campus Remains A Puzzle
Mt Pleasant officials trying to lure other manufacturers, may need state help to pay bondholders.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Denise Lockwood
UW Prison Education Program Growing
Initiative created in December 2020 has gotten nearly $6 million in public and private grants.
Feb 1st, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Foxconn Qualifies For $29 Million Tax Credits
Project meets benchmarks for state aid for first time since 2018.
Dec 23rd, 2021 by Bridgit Bowden
Evers Awards $60 Million to Target Worker Shortage
Grants for job training, expanding health care workforce and skills training for prisoners.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Podcast Production Company Opens Downtown Studio, Office
Podcamp Media leases space at top of Colby Abbot Building.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Can State Fix Problems Underlying the Labor Shortage?
Evers administration putting $130 million into addressing issues contributing to labor shortage.
Oct 12th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Officials Stand By Foxconn Project Despite Murky Future
The manufacturer announced it would build electric cars in Ohio last week.
Oct 7th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
WEDC Issuing Grants To Address State’s Labor Challenges
State development corporation providing grants up to $10 million for workforce development projects.
Oct 7th, 2021 by Missy Hughes
Conference In Brookfield Seeks Transit Solutions
Mayor says residents fear buses bring crime, but that it isn't true.
Sep 28th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory
The electric vehicle company wants to sell cars directly, as opposed to Wisconsin's franchise dealer system.
Aug 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Strikes Out On Building New USPS Truck
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Public Museum Project Receives State Grant
$150,000 grant supports site clearing, environmental investigation.
Jul 1st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Foxconn Sued for Breach of Contract
Real estate developer seeking nearly $400 million on behalf of taxpayers.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Robin Vos Will Solve Foxconn Fiasco
Assembly Speaker has toured the plant and Foxconn is definitely, probably manufacturing… something.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Lessons We Learned In 2020
WEDC awarded $220 million to 50,000 state businesses, learning what communities need to grow economy.
Dec 31st, 2020 by Missy Hughes
State Clears Unemployment Claims Backlog
Evers promotes Amy Pechacek to secretary designee of Department of Workforce Development.
Dec 30th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
9 Reasons a New Foxconn Contract Is Unlikely
Foxconn says the new deal is “within reach.” On the contrary, it’s far from settled.
Dec 21st, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Audit Says Foxconn Loophole Needs a Fix
WEDC wrongly allows tax credits to be awarded for work done outside state, Legislative Audit Bureau says.
Dec 9th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
The Foxconn Deal Was Never Real
The Verge interviews employees who describe nightmare-like conditions and a completely phony project.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
State Awarding Grants to 10,000 Small Businesses
Round II of “We’re All In” grants will give each business $5,000.
Oct 13th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Foxconn Won’t Get State Tax Credits
State informs company it must revise contract or there will be no tax credits awarded.
Oct 12th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Offers Disaster Help to Kenosha
No-interest loans for businesses hurt by burnings, looting, vandalism.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
COVID-19 Effect on Economy is Widespread, Complex
The best way to begin the recovery, is to suppress the virus, WEDC Director says.
Jul 31st, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez
Report Tallies COVID’s Economic Carnage
WEDC report also offers solutions. Wisconsin may only get one chance to make it right.
Jul 13th, 2020 by Steven Walters
State Used Bulk of COVID-19 Relief for Businesses, Farms
New report from WEDC shows how the state spent $13.7 billion in federal and state aid.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
Deadline Today for WEDC Business Grants
As part of pandemic relief, state offering 30,000 grants of $2,500 apiece to small businesses who apply.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State Creates Directory of Online Businesses
A guide for shoppers to 230 small businesses offering online outlets.
May 27th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Evers Announces $75 Million Small Business Grant Program
Up to 30,000 businesses could receive aid. Additional funding for minority-owned firms.
May 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
