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Governor Walker Directs DHS to Increase Investment, Improve Access to Treatment for Mental Health, Substance Use Disorders

Behavioral health rate increase builds on historic efforts to address mental health needs and fight the opioid epidemic

Wisconsin is Hiring! People-driven Organizations Launch Major Grassroots Effort to Shape 2018 Election and Race for Governor

Effective grassroots organizations coming together to build a government that works for the people of Wisconsin

Andy Gronik Urges WEDC To Release Foxconn Contract Details Before Vote, Collect Public Feedback

Defaulted loans by Kestrel Aircraft serve as a cautionary tale as WEDC negotiates most massive taxpayer-backed corporate incentive deal in U.S. History

DNR Decision Pleases Big Dairy

Settles lawsuit on terms that restrict state oversight of factory farms.

Memo to Robin Vos: It Wasn’t Terrorism It Was ‘Executive Favor’

Senate Republican Troika Still Needs to Answer Why They Violated WI Statute 13.06

Americans for Prosperity calls on Speaker Robin Vos to Apologize to Governor Walker and Senators

Speaker Vos Insulted Governor, Compared Senators to “Terrorists” in Interview

Restore the Elections Commission Staff

GOP legislators supported this until Walker veto cut staff. Our bill restores electoral security.

Governor Walker Attends 2017 Leadership Summit of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers Conference

The Conference has three main focus areas, Environmental Stewardship, Economic Development, and Creating Long-Term Protections.

Wisconsin Can’t Afford Another Foxconn “Nuclear Bomb”

Gov. Walker’s negotiations lack taxpayer protections, expertise, and basic competence

Governor Walker announces over $108 million in payments to local governments

For calendar year 2017, local governments will share an estimated $433 million from the state transportation fund to build and maintain local roads and bridges.

At Least 925,000 Reasons Why Right-Wing Florida Group Produces Campaign-Style Video Promoting Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker

Walker 2018 Election Bid Kicks Off With Bradley Foundation Once Again Writing Checks to Support His Ambitions

Bill Would Change How Coops Operate

Backed by big donors, agriculture and electric cooperatives and propane dealers.

Millennial Caucus Looks to the Future

Wisconsin Future Caucus is bipartisan group of state legislators under the age of 40.

Wisconsin’s Bond Rating Upgraded to AA+ by Fitch Ratings

Fitch notes 2011 was a “turning point” for state’s finances

Taxes Down, But No Impact on Jobs

State has dropped its ranking for taxes and fees, yet trails other states in new jobs.

New $1.2 million initiative aims to boost exports and foreign investment in Wisconsin

WEDC teams up with UW-Oshkosh, The Water Council, New North and M7 in first statewide effort of its kind

Wisconsin Bond Rating Upgraded to AA+ by KBRA

“We are focused on being good stewards of taxpayer dollars, and this upgrade is yet another confirmation that our reforms are working for Wisconsin.”

Wisconsin Building Commission Approves Key Projects

"The State Building Commission approved a number of important projects today, which will positively impact Wisconsin residents."

Governor Walker Urges Schools to Apply for Fab Lab Grants

Deadline to seek WEDC Fabrication Laboratories grant is Dec. 14

State Won’t Meet Prison Rape Guidelines

Walker commission rejects improvements, kicks issue to long-range study.

Should State Drop “America’s Dairyland” Slogan?

Big bucks WMC wants license plates changed. Big bucks Dairy Business group disagrees.

Response to Walker’s Revisionist Campaign Stunt

“His new white W logo stands for nothing but Walker himself, as he has always put his personal political pursuits far ahead of Wisconsin’s needs and interest.”

Gov. Walker’s Reverse Field on National Anthem Comes with Fundraising Pitch

Walker-Led Republican Governors Association Starts Hawking ‘I Stand’ Stickers for Campaign Contributions Hours After His NFL Letter

Abele Battles Board on Budget

Once again. Even if it means swapping their old ideological positions.

What are Walker and Foxconn hiding?

$3 billion deal continues to be negotiated in secret

Walker Out of Bounds on NFL Protests: Violence is Violence

Wisconsin Governor Thinks He Should Decide What NFL Players’ Priorities Should Be

Wisconsin Ends Fiscal Year 2017 with $579 Million Surplus

Second largest closing balance since 2000

Foxconn gamble shrouded in secrecy

Democrats urge transparency in Foxconn deal

Rep. Sargent’s Statement on Governor Walker’s Letter to the NFL

"Well, after seven years in office, I’m glad Scott Walker finally woke up this morning and realized domestic violence in the NFL is a problem."

State One of Worst for Whistle Blowers

GOP’s repeal of False Claims Act a “green light” to steal from taxpayers?

Governor Walker to NFL: Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence

"This is an issue that can unite people across America." October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Highway 29 Is State’s Economic Fault Line

Northern counties in decline. Attention must be paid, WisTax leader says.

Lives at risk as Trump sabotages health care

GOP attacks designed to target vulnerable residents and create economic chaos

UW Regents Vote 16-1 Against Free Speech

Expelling college students for protesting? I voted no.

Trump and Walker don’t Give a Damn about Your Healthcare

"President Trump’s plan to gut insurance market subsidies means higher premiums and worse coverage for those lucky enough to keep their health insurance."

Bipartisan Bill Legalizes Hemp

Big farm groups support it, state police chiefs oppose it.

Governor Walker Releases Statement on 2018 Obamacare Individual Market Premium Increases

"Obamacare is collapsing, and these huge premium increases show the law failed on its promise..."

Can Democrats Beat Ryan, Grothman?

Odds are slim. But the added turnout for those races could help reelect Tammy Baldwin.

What Happened to Wisconsin?

Decades of bipartisan commitment to protecting environment have been abandoned. Why?

Chiropractors Have Capitol Clout

Group gave $1.4 million in political donations, pushed one of most heavily lobbied bills.

Governor Walker Highlights Broadband Expansion Grants in Amery

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is currently accepting applications for the grants with a due date of January 25, 2018.

Governor Walker Announces Availability of Broadband Expansion Grant

Applications for the Broadband Expansion Grants are due at the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin by January 25, 2018.

Governor Walker Discusses Workforce Development at MAXIMUS in Milwaukee

"With more people working in Wisconsin than ever before, we can’t afford to have anyone on the sidelines."

Matt Flynn Responds to Day of Attacks as he Announced for Governor

Flynn says he’s “honored” Walker considers him such a threat, but concerned about the Governor’s priorities

Rep. Bowen statement on DOC Internal Affairs Unit

Workers say unit was eliminated for work that shed negative light on Governor

190 Apartments for Sherman Park

$60 million, multi-phase development planned for former factory near 33rd and Center.

King Audit, Hearing Highlight Need for Legislative Oversight and Accountability

DVA unresponsiveness to Legislature, LAB audits should prompt legislative action

Matt Flynn Announces Campaign for Governor of Wisconsin

Milwaukee attorney and former State Party Chairman says it’s time to move Wisconsin Forward again

Is Mayor Barrett Playing With Fire?

Actually, his reduction in fire stations may have no impact on safety.

Audit highlights ongoing GOP neglect at King Veterans Home

Republicans continue to raid funding from veteran nursing home

For-Profit Colleges Give $63,000 to Walker

And his veto eliminates watchdog agency overseeing these colleges.

Grover Corp. to expand in Milwaukee County

Manufacturer to bring Texas operations to Wisconsin and create 100 additional jobs over the next five years

We’re All Running For Governor

Ten Democrats are running, and most were at this forum, chastising Walker.

‘Wisconn Valley’ T-Shirts Promoting Gov. Walker Foxconn Deal Foreign Made

Wisconsin Taxpayers on the Hook for Over $3 Billion And All We Get Is This Lousy T-Shirt … Made in Nicaragua

One Wisconsin Institute Statements on Announcement of New Planned Parenthood Health Center Opening

“Congratulations, and thank you, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin.”

Governor Walker Celebrates Manufacturing Day with Manufacturers Across Wisconsin

As of 2016, Wisconsin manufacturing constitutes nearly 20% of the state’s gross domestic product.

I-94 Cancellation Has Huge Impact

Pushing project back decades, adding billions in costs, hurting metro area.

University of Wisconsin Board of Regents Adopt Unconstitutional Policy Based on Unconstitutional Assembly Legislation

Policy Violates Rights of Students to Create Safe Spaces for Right Wing Ideologues and Hate Speech

DSPS Launches Public Statistics Dashboard for Enhanced Prescription Drug Monitoring Program

The dashboard provides easy-to-use interactive data visualizations for controlled substance dispensing, ePDMP utilization, and law enforcement alerts.

NRA Gives $3.6 Million to Walker, Legislators

Just one Democrat benefits from gun lobby’s generous donations.

Democrat’s Bill Restores Elections Commission Staff

Walker used a veto to slash staff of state’s watchdog agency.

University of Wisconsin Board of Regents Threatens Students Free Speech

Poised to Enshrine Right Wing Attack on Campus Speech as University Policy

Will Governor Candidates Duck Big Issues?

Health care reform and UW reorganization are big issues Walker and his opponent may punt.

How to Buy a University Department

Bradley Foundation and Kochs buy a new UW-Madison economics institute.

Did Gov. Scott Walker Issue Executive Order to Win Republican Senate Holdouts’ Budget Votes?

One Wisconsin Now Requests Investigation of Possible Violations of Law in GOP Senators’ Shady Budget Deal With Gov. Walker

Governor Walker Proclaims October as Manufacturing Month Across Wisconsin

In 2017, Wisconsin's unemployment rate reached a near-historic low and the number of employed Wisconsinites reached a record high.

Special Interests Like New DNR Appointee

GOP Rep. Dan Meyer, new DNR head, has backing of WMC.

Rep. Hesselbein: Statement on DVA Secretary Zimmerman’s Column

"The divisive and inflammatory rhetoric used by Secretary Zimmerman in his column is counter-productive and well outside the scope of his duties as secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs."

Governor Walker Seeks Nominations for Wisconsin Women’s Council Trailblazer Awards

These entrepreneurs created businesses that have supported families, anchored communities, and carved a path for women business owner

Governor Walker Appoints Douglas Mrotek as Sawyer County Sheriff

Mrotek, a resident of Hayward, Wisconsin, holds over 34 years of law enforcement experience, 31 of which have been with the City of Hayward Police Department.

Walker and Forty-Fifth President Sweeten Deal for Foxconn

Taxpayers Need Real Details Regarding Administration’s Tax Plan

Gov. Walker Mum on Trump-Pence-Ryan Proposed Tax Hike on Wisconsin

Hard Working Wisconsin Taxpayers Could Be Paying More So Wealthy, Multi-National Corporations Can Pay Less

Governor Walker presents awards to Wisconsin State Patrol officers for heroism and commendable service

Environment Fading As Public Issue

Wisconsin needs a renewed dialogue on the protection of our natural resources.

Should Wisconsin Join The Amazon Bidding War?

If the Foxconn deal is the new standard, the subsidy for Amazon could reach $10 billion.

Alderman Donovan requests state select committee to study Milwaukee’s fiscal crisis

News release and letters from Alderman Bob Donovan

One Wisconsin Now Calls for State Ethics Investigation of State Sen. Leah Vukmir’s Sleazy Fundraising Deal

Taps Chair of WEDC Board, State Agency She Helps Oversee, to Shake Down Donors for Contributions for Her Run for U.S. Senate

Governor Walker Hosts Seventh Annual Small Business Summit, Announces Small Business Agenda

According to Chief Executive Magazine, Wisconsin is a top 10 state for business – up from 41st place in 2010.

Barrett Introduces Difficult 2018 Budget

Budget would raise taxes, cut public safety to grapple with state shared revenue reduction.

New Study Finds Gov. Scott Walker, Republican Voter ID Law Kept Legal Voters From Casting Ballots in November 2016 Election

‘Enemies Foreign and Domestic Conspired to Manipulate the 2016 Elections in Wisconsin’

Wachs for Wisconsin: Statement on appointment of new DNR Secretary

"Governor Walker has decided to again puts politics over people in his appointment of an insider to head the agency."

New Inspector General position created

Position will work to eliminate inefficiencies, waste, fraud and abuse

Gov. Walker Fails To Act On Student Debt Crisis

The average student debt for Wisconsin’s class of 2016 graduates is over $30,000.

Matt Moroney Named Strategic Economic Initiatives Director

Wisconn Valley Special Session bill creates new project position at DOA focusing on economic development

Republicans’ out of touch budget priorities already failing Wisconsin kids

"As long as Wisconsinites are making subsidy payments to Foxconn, no school should experience cuts of any sort."

Governor Walker Appoints Dan Meyer to Serve as Department of Natural Resources Secretary

Meyer’s appointment is effective today, September 25, 2017.

Democrats’ Leadership Blender Claws Barca

Barca’s Foxconn vote played a role in his being dumped as Assembly Democratic Leader.

Senator Craig Applauds Creation of Inspector General at DOT

"This a great first step, but the key to taxpayer accountability will be requiring the Inspector General to report to the legislature as well."

Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the State of Education

"Under Walker and the GOP, our state’s commitment to our neighborhood schools has plummeted."

More Money for Schools and Lower Property Taxes: Governor Walker Signs 2017-19 State Budget into Law

The budget lifts K-12 education aid to the highest appropriated levels in state history.

Walker Prioritizes Politics Over Public Schools (Again)

State budget bill signing scheduled during State Supt. Evers’ State of Education Address

AFP-WI Statement on Governor Walker Budget Signing

Budget Includes Key Conservative Victories Backed by Activist Group

Wrong Way Walker

"Wisconsin drivers don't deserve third world road conditions because of Governor Walker's political games."

New Runways for Corporate Jets, Massive Subsidies for Foreign Corporations, Bupkis for Wisconsin Student Loan Borrowers

Gov. Scott Walker and Republican Legislative Enablers Offer Stunning Display of Their Misplaced Priorities and Failed Policies

Walker Veto Decimates Historic Preservation

Veto will make real estate development harder in Milwaukee and other cities.

Leah Vukmir Unveils Finance Committee for U.S. Senate

Long-time Wisconsin GOP Donors Back Leah for Senate

“Cause no harm” not part of the thinking in “Right to Carry” proposal

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy - September 21, 2017

Rep. Shankland: Statement on Walker’s Veto of DVA Oversight

"I’m disappointed Governor Walker was unwilling to take even one step forward on an issue so critical to qualify of life for our veterans."

Governor Walker Releases Final Budget Vetoes

The vetoes improve the general fund balance by $16.5 million in the current biennium.

Carpenter Asks Governor to Veto Transportation Pork

The letter referenced funding for projects such as the airport improvement plans for Appleton International Airport and Alexander Field in Wisconsin Rapids.