Scott Kevin Walker was the Governor of the State of Wisconsin from 2011 to 2019. Previously he was Milwaukee County Executive and a Representative in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
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Columbia Prison at 153% of Capacity
Inmates sleep on the floor because there are not enough beds. Part 4 in a series.
Dec 15th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Discusses “If You See Something, Say Something™” Initiative and Public Safety with Law Enforcement Officials
The campaign encourages citizens to report suspicious behavior or activities to local law enforcement.
Dec 15th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Conservative Group Pushes Renewable Energy
It’s about dollars and cents and jobs, new state group’s leaders say.
Dec 15th, 2017 by Kari Lydersen
GOP Leaders Threat: Anyone Investigating Us Risks Losing Their Jobs
‘This Gang Would Get Rid of the Ethics and Elections Boards if They Thought They Could Get Away With It’
Dec 15th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Announces $1.475 Million in Funding Awarded to Minority Business Organizations
Governor also names business liaison to help Wisconsin businesses engage with Foxconn, Haribo, and other new businesses
Dec 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Walker Flew to Private Campaign Event in Taxpayer-Funded Plane
"I’m appalled that Gov. Walker thinks he can use our tax money for his own political gain."
Dec 14th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
22% of City Workers Live in Suburbs
Nearly 1,000 workers have left city since state ended residency rule.
Dec 14th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Clean air at risk under Republican control
Latest GOP proposals undercut protections for public health
Dec 14th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
No State Property Tax for First Time Since 1931: Governor Walker Highlights Property Tax Relief in Eau Claire
The 2017-19 state budget eliminates the state portion of the Wisconsin property tax bill.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?
Committee explores annexing portion of Racine County for a satellite city.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Many Errors of Brad Schimel
His sloppy report on John Doe leaks won’t help Attorney General’s reputation.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Campaign Statement on Foxconn Tax
"This deal just keeps getting worse and worse."
Dec 13th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Tim Burns for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
The primary will be held on February 20th, 2018.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Tim Burns
Brad Schimel Strikes Out Again
His 11-month investigation of John Doe leaks yields no charges but lots of anger.
Dec 12th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Announces $15 Million Available in Grants for Rural School Districts to Upgrade Technology
Fiscal year 2018 grants are available to rural school districts that have 16 or fewer students per square mile.
Dec 12th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for Fire Lt. Kristin Ciganek-Schroeder
Order effective Wednesday, December 13
Dec 12th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Gives Corporate Mining Polluters an Early Gift
Signing of the Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations
Dec 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Governor Walker Signs “Mining for America” Bill into Law in Rhinelander
This bill eliminates the “mining moratorium” on the issuance of permits for the mining of sulfide ore.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs “Dillon’s Law” at Mishicot High School, Expanding Access to EpiPens to Save Lives
"This commonsense bill makes it easier to equip the people of Wisconsin with EpiPens to help save lives."
Dec 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Controversy Defines Schimel’s First Term
Attorney General has jumped on hot-button issues he hopes will get him reelected.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Save Our SeniorCare!
Access to affordable prescription drugs keeps our seniors healthier and helps prevent unnecessary and costly hospital visits.
Dec 11th, 2017 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Three Taylor Bills Become Law
The bills pertain to the areas of sex trafficking and patronization of an individual engaged in sex work.
Dec 8th, 2017 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor Walker Signs State Leasing Bill into Law
It is Act 132.
Dec 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs Government Leasing Transparency Bill Into Law
AFP-backed law will improve transparency and protect taxpayers
Dec 8th, 2017 by AFP Wisconsin
Why John Doe Probe Saved Emails
And why Schimel report complaining about investigators could be wrong.
Dec 8th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Judicial Vacancy
All application materials must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 29, 2017.
Dec 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
First Law Enforcement Endorsement in Race for Governor
Dec 8th, 2017 by Mahlon Mitchell
Statement from Dana Wachs regarding new UW teaching load requirement
“Wisconsinites deserve a governor who is unafraid to support higher education.”
Dec 7th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Governor Walker Calls on the Federal Communications Commission to Expand Broadband by Advancing Television White Space Technology
The FCC is considering rules which could result in at least three white space channels in every U.S. market to provide broadband Internet.
Dec 7th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Matt Flynn Presses for Automatic Voter Registration
Democratic candidate for Governor vows to protect voting rights outside the Wisconsin Elections Commission
Dec 7th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposal Would Keep Lakefront Free, Open
"We should be making our public parks more accessible, not creating financial barriers."
Dec 7th, 2017 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
WEDC, UW System Name Talent Initiatives Director
Rebecca Deschane to oversee statewide efforts to attract, retain highly skilled workforce in newly-created position that will serve both organizations
Dec 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Gov. Scott Walker Extends Craven Campaign Cash Chase to Foreign Policy
Endorses Change in U.S. Foreign Policy Sought By GOP Mega-Donor Sheldon Adelson
Dec 7th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Leah Vukmir statement about unconstitutional John Doe raids in Wisconsin
"My privacy has been violated in such a brazen way by those who targeted me, my friends, and even my family."
Dec 6th, 2017 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
The Rise of a Partisan Supreme Court
It’s supposed to be non-partisan. How and why did this change?
Dec 6th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
AG Schimel talks of prosecution & “proof” when asked about accusers of disgraced candidate Roy Moore
In the face of highly-corroborated allegations of sexual misconduct, Wisconsin attorney general casts doubt on survivors of sexual assault
Dec 6th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Seager Dumped as Fire Fighters Leader
Controversial president had served for seven years. Mike Bongiorno elected to replace him.
Dec 6th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Kwik Trip Cashes in on Walker Support
Convenience store chain gave Walker $90,000, got $21 million from state jobs agency.
Dec 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Vukmir veterans’ tuition bill now law
Walker signs bill to reimburse Guard members for full tuition
Dec 6th, 2017 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
Governor Walker Signs Bills Supporting Veterans into Law at Applied Fab & Machining in Wausau
"The proven skills, dedication, and work ethic of our veterans and service members illustrate their key role in keeping Wisconsin’s workforce strong and successful."
Dec 6th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Another “Ho-Ho-Horrible” Jobs Report
Wisconsin’s 110,000 jobs deficit grows after another dismal jobs report
Dec 5th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Walker and Ryan must denounce Trump & RNC for propping up Republican Moore
Wisconsin Republicans can stand with women or they can condone the behavior of the Republican Party and president toward an alleged serial sexual predator up for election next week
Dec 5th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
We Energies Embraces Solar Power
State moving away from coal -- but still has a long ways to go.
Dec 5th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Did State Retaliate Against Whistleblowers?
Two state employees say they were harassed after reporting suspected fraud at their agencies.
Dec 5th, 2017 by Leo Vartorella
Record-Sized Piles Of Cash Aren’t Dripping Down To Wisconsin Families
Gov. Walker Abandons Wisconsin's Small Businesses And Our Middle-Class Families Once Again
Dec 4th, 2017 by Andy Gronik
Gov. Walker’s climate of corruption allows whistleblowers to be silenced, says Dana Wachs
"Gov. Walker seems more than happy to turn a blind eye to corruption and fraud happening in his administration."
Dec 4th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Wisconsin Works for Everyone: Governor Walker Approves Drug Screening Plan for Able-Bodied Adults in the FoodShare Employment and Training Program
Legislature to review proposal aimed at helping more people to get healthy, enter workforce
Dec 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Operating Engineers Local 139 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
Largest Construction Union Says: “It’s Time for Change in Wisconsin.”
Dec 4th, 2017 by Mahlon Mitchell
Time for Governor to invest within to solve workforce issues
News release from Aldermen Murphy, Perez and Johnson
Dec 1st, 2017 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Law Stacks Constitutional Convention
Wisconsin 28th state to approve convention; 7 of 9 state delegates would be Republican.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Will The Last Young Person In Wisconsin Please Turn Off The Light?
After Seven Years, Career Politician Gov. Scott Walker Finally Realizes Disturbing WI Trend
Dec 1st, 2017 by Andy Gronik
Walker Signs Vulnerable User Bill
Increases penalties for careless drivers who kill or injure bicyclists, pedestrians.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Governor Walker Appoints Captain Cory Roeseler as Sheboygan County Sheriff
Roeseler, a resident of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, holds over 28 years of law enforcement experience.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $400,000 for Non-Profit Organizations to Help Veteran Entrepreneurs
Approximately 11% of all businesses in the state, or 65,000, are veteran owned.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
School Districts Fail at Open Records
MPS the slowest at responding and Madison district charges by far the most.
Nov 30th, 2017 by Tom Kamenick and Libby Sobic
Governor Walker Appoints Richard Radcliffe as Monroe County Judge
Richard Radcliffe currently serves as partner at the Tomah-based firm Mubarak, Radcliffe & Berry, S.C.
Nov 30th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Scott Walker Campaign Chair Helped Fund Project Veritas Sleaze
Bradley Impact Fund Contributed $25,000 to Group That Ran Sting Operation to Support Accused Pedophile Roy Moore
Nov 30th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Walker Signs Koch Bills to Loosen Licensing
ALEC-developed bills reduce training requirements for barbers, cosmetologists, others.
Nov 30th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Dana Wachs calls out Gov. Walker’s request to spend millions more attract out-of-state workers for Foxconn
"Gov. Walker is spending taxpayer money like he’s got holes in his pockets."
Nov 29th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Men and Women at Work: Governor Walker Announces Workforce Agenda at Future Wisconsin Summit
We will work with the Legislature to pass a bill providing $6.8 million for a targeted campaign to attract talent to Wisconsin.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Did Walker Save Wisconsin’s Economy?
So claims his supporters at WILL. Let’s consider the evidence they offer.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Signs Lax Land Use Law
Makes it easier to sell substandard lots. Backed by big business, realtors, Koch group.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Milwaukee NARI Honors GPS Education Partners with “Building Milwaukee” Award
The “Building Milwaukee” Award was created to recognize efforts made by individuals and businesses who concentrate on improvements assisting in the growth or positive impact of our community.
Nov 28th, 2017 by NARI Milwaukee
The Fall and Rise of WEAC
Once mighty state teachers union has lost its clout, yet many members stick with it.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Signs Bill Into Law Designating Richard A. Grobschmidt Memorial Bridge in Milwaukee
"Richard was a dedicated public servant who helped move Wisconsin forward for over 25 years."
Nov 28th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker seeks federal approval to limit health coverage and continue cost-shift
GOP waiver would extend costly plan and deny families health care
Nov 28th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Walker Needs to Relegate White Supremacist Voices, not Elevate them
"Unfortunately, Governor Walker’s decision to speak at this event elevates voices that ought to be relegated to the extreme fringe."
Nov 27th, 2017 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Gov. Scott Walker to Share Stage With Right-Wing Deplorables for December Florida Junket
‘Will Scott Walker Be Delivering His Remarks Under the Glare of the Spotlight or the Glow of a Tiki Torch?’
Nov 27th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
AFP-WI Praises Walker For Signing Homeowners Bill of Rights into Law
Sweeping Reform Legislation Protects Property Rights of Wisconsinites
Nov 27th, 2017 by AFP Wisconsin
Dana Wachs calls for overhaul of workplace protections against sexual harassment in the legislature
'Frankly, Gov. Walker dropped the ball."
Nov 27th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Is State Elections Process “At Risk”?
Elections Commission, legislators, predict problems if staff not restored.
Nov 27th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Governor Scott Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker Host Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Wisconsin Executive Residence
"From our family to yours, we wish the people of Wisconsin a very Merry Christmas!"
Nov 26th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Dana Wachs calls out Walker administration for its attempt to silence political opponent
"This is pure political manipulation."
Nov 25th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Governor Walker Wishes Wisconsin Families A Happy Thanksgiving
"I’m also thankful for the opportunity to serve on behalf of the people of Wisconsin as your Governor."
Nov 23rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
High Court Candidate Hires Koch Operatives
Judge Michael Screnock’s Supreme Court campaign hires former execs of Koch-funded groups.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Two Schools To Become Apartments
Empty MPS buildings will find new life as housing, including a 60-unit complex.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Kwik Trip Expansion Plans Unveiled, 300 New Jobs Expected in La Crosse Area Over the Next Five Years
New bakery, other capital investments part of company’s long-term growth plan
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Barrett Issues Three Budget Vetoes
Will council override Barrett? They'll have to decide next Tuesday.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Measuring How Polarized We Are
That’s what Craig Gilbert is doing, as he discusses with Mike Gousha.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
A Primer On Crowded State Prisons
The worst could be Fox Lake prison, at 137% of capacity.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Gov. Walker’s 111,000 jobs deficit
GOP attacks on working families cost Wisconsin thousands of jobs
Nov 20th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Will Democrats Set Record for Governor Race?
A record 16 candidates have registered, making predictions difficult.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State’s Impaired Waters Jump by 20%
DNR adds another 240 waterways that are officially impaired, bringing total to 1,300.
Nov 17th, 2017 by James Rowen
Amtrak Rolls Out New Locomotives
And new branding. And connecting trains in Chicago have increased their speed.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Dana Wachs calls on Walker administration to close Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake
"It’s clear that we have serious safety and civil liberties issues at these facilities."
Nov 16th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Matt Flynn Statement on Scott Walker Campaign Slogan
Slogan is a deceptive cover-up of government run by Republican donors
Nov 16th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Dana Wachs says GOP tax plan is a “nightmare”
"This isn’t a tax plan designed to grow the economy; it is designed to make the 1 percent even richer."
Nov 16th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Walker, Vukmir Court the Israel Lobby
A great way to get donations from billionaires like Sheldon Adelson.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Lincoln Hills Even Worse Than Reported
Problems there linked to Act 10’s elimination of union workers’ rights.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Jake Edwards
Close Lincoln Hills: Advocates and Officials Reiterate Call for Closing Abusive Youth Prisons
Counties must stop sending vulnerable youth to unsafe facility beyond repair
Nov 16th, 2017 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Gov. Walker endorses the federal tax scam that favors the rich
House tax bill, set for a vote today, will raise taxes, gives breaks to wealthy elite
Nov 16th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Sweetheart Bill For Rent-to-Own Industry
Two GOP legislators given donations from industry would exempt it from consumer protection laws.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Senator Janis Ringhand statement on Foxconn earnings report
Foxconn posted a 39 percent drop in third-quarter earnings.
Nov 15th, 2017 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Why Does GOP Want To Raise My Taxes?
And why do I get nothing back in return but a bigger federal deficit?
Nov 15th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Proposes 50 Percent Tuition Cut at Wisconsin Two-Year Colleges
The proposal is expected to cost less than $20 million a year.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
One Wisconsin Institute Praises City of Milwaukee Action to Expand Early Voting Opportunities
Milwaukee Fights Back Against Politicians Trying to Manipulate Voting Rules to Gain Unfair Partisan Advantage
Nov 15th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Historic Preservation in Peril
Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Molson Coors to Open Regional Global Business Services Center in Milwaukee
Facility to Employ 150 at Miller Valley Campus
Nov 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
WILL Study Explores How School Districts Comply With Open Records Laws
Report documents the average response time for open records requests for twelve of Wisconsin’s largest school districts.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
