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WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County

WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County

State plan diverts funding from school libraries.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting How Bipartisan, Pro-Kid Budget Lowers Child Care Costs for Over 15,000 Families
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Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting How Bipartisan, Pro-Kid Budget Lowers Child Care Costs for Over 15,000 Families

Families will save an average additional $174 per month thanks to investments fought to secure in the state’s 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Wisconsins First Rustic Road
Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate $12 Million Expansion of Janesville Candy Manufacturing Facility
Assembly Approves GOP Housing Bills

Assembly Approves GOP Housing Bills

Proposals now head to dormant Senate.

Wisconsin Lawmakers, DNR Clash Over PFAS Protections in GOP Bills

Wisconsin Lawmakers, DNR Clash Over PFAS Protections in GOP Bills

GOP proposal would shield those who spread PFAS in biosolids with state approval.

Wisconsin Citizen Voters Score a Major Win for Election Integrity in Showdown with Wisconsin Election Commission
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race

AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race

Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.

Gov. Evers, DVA Announce Nearly $2 Million in Grants to Veteran Memorial Cemeteries
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Still Weighing Whether To Run For Reelection
‘Innovation Center’ Opens On Site of Former Kenosha Auto Plant

‘Innovation Center’ Opens On Site of Former Kenosha Auto Plant

Kenosha Innovation Center is a 64,000-square-feet facility.

After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums

After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums

Bill would bar districts that haven't reported figures to state from advancing a referendum.

For The First Time, Wisconsin’s Youth Prisons Are Fully Compliant With Required Reforms

For The First Time, Wisconsin’s Youth Prisons Are Fully Compliant With Required Reforms

Prison system now fully complying with 2017 court order.

Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan Bill to Prohibit Misuse of AI-Generated Images
Wisconsin Moves to Bring PFAS Limits In Line with Contested Federal Standards

Wisconsin Moves to Bring PFAS Limits In Line with Contested Federal Standards

Industry groups continue to challenge lower levels set in 2024.

List grows of announced candidates for governor who will join Nov. 6 Early Stage Symposium forum
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of DNR Forester Adam Zirbel
Rep. Fitzgerald & Wisconsin House Republicans Urge Governor Evers to Submit Wisconsin’s Application for the Rural Health Transformation Program
New COVID-19 Vaccines Becoming Widely Available in Wisconsin

New COVID-19 Vaccines Becoming Widely Available in Wisconsin

More health systems ramping up access to latest vaccine.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting Work to Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Working Families as Sales Tax on Residential Utility Bills Ends
Gov. Evers, DOC Celebrate Successful Reforms at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake Schools
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Gov. Evers, DOC Celebrate Successful Reforms at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake Schools

Evers Administration reaches full compliance with consent decree after years of implementing dozens of reforms ordered by courts in the wake of Walker-era child abuse scandals

Gov. Evers Celebrates New Kenosha Innovation Center Grand Opening
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Gov. Evers Celebrates New Kenosha Innovation Center Grand Opening

Program created and funded by Gov. Evers supported new state-of-the-art Kenosha Innovation Center to house local startups, promote economic development in Southeast Wisconsin

Conservative Judge Maria Lazar Enters Supreme Court Race

Conservative Judge Maria Lazar Enters Supreme Court Race

Lazar is so far the only conservative to announce for the 2026 race.

Veteran Housing Facilities in Green Bay, Chippewa Falls Close

Veteran Housing Facilities in Green Bay, Chippewa Falls Close

Republican and Democratic lawmakers continue pointing fingers over who is to blame.

Gov. Evers, DCF Announce Wisconsin Shares Rate Increase to Lower Child Care Costs for Over 15,000 Families
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Gov. Evers, DCF Announce Wisconsin Shares Rate Increase to Lower Child Care Costs for Over 15,000 Families

Thanks to investments Gov. Evers fought to secure in the state’s 2025-27 Biennial Budget, families will save an additional $174 per month

DNR Names Companies Responsible for PFAS Contamination In Northern Wisconsin Community

DNR Names Companies Responsible for PFAS Contamination In Northern Wisconsin Community

A site inspection found PFAS levels more than three times those typically seen in soil, groundwater and sediments.

Gov. Evers Celebrates Work to Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Working Families as Sales Tax on Residential Utility Bills Ends
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Gov. Evers Celebrates Work to Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Working Families as Sales Tax on Residential Utility Bills Ends

Gov. Evers’ plan to lower energy bill costs will save Wisconsin households more than $178 million over the next two years

Missy Hughes Raises More Than $200,000 in Under 24 Hours – Best First Day of Any 2026 Democratic Candidate for WI Governor
Veterans Homes Closing Tomorrow Due to Republican Incompetence
The State of Politics: Four Districts Will Shape Control of Wisconsin Senate
The State of Politics

Four Districts Will Shape Control of Wisconsin Senate

Democrats are targeting three Republican incumbents.

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor

Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.

Democrat Missy Hughes Launches Candidacy for Governor
Gov. Evers Visits to UW Campuses Across the State as Part of Annual Back-to-School Tour
Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor

Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor

Bill Berrien's decision comes days after news surfaced that he followed authors of sexually explicit essays.

Bill Berrien Ends Campaign for Governor
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Bill Berrien Ends Campaign for Governor

 

Wisconsin Supreme Court Requests Briefs On Whether Redistricting Lawsuits Should Continue

Wisconsin Supreme Court Requests Briefs On Whether Redistricting Lawsuits Should Continue

Liberal firms argue state law requires justices to appoint judicial panel to hear redistricting cases.

Tiffany Makes His Pitch During First Gubernatorial Campaign Event

Tiffany Makes His Pitch During First Gubernatorial Campaign Event

Congressman says he is already 'the leader' in the race.

State Legislators At Odds on Election Bills

State Legislators At Odds on Election Bills

But committee leaders promise 'civil conversations' in effort to meet 'the moment.'

Wisconsin Gop Launches Christaylorforwi.com to Expose Radical Democrat Chris Taylor’s Extreme Agenda
Gov. Evers, Dva Announce Nine Organizations to Receive Veteran Mental Health Community-based Organization Grants
Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies

Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies

Veteran lawmaker hopes to quiet the conspiracy theories and rebuild public faith.

Assembly Republicans Announce Bills to Support Affordable Housing

Assembly Republicans Announce Bills to Support Affordable Housing

'We’re talking about small ranch homes, some... built without garages.'

Van Orden Statement on Tom Tiffany’s Campaign for Governor
Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce First Round of 2025-27 Agricultural Roads Improvement Program Grant Applications to Open October 6
US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.

WisDems Chair, Northwest Wisconsin Leaders Respond to Tom Tiffany’s Gubernatorial Campaign Announcement
Northridge Mall Completely Demolished

Northridge Mall Completely Demolished

Entrance to old movie theater toughest part of structure to raze. What comes next?

Murphy’s Law: Will Data Centers Gobble Up Wisconsin?
Murphy’s Law

Will Data Centers Gobble Up Wisconsin?

Using massive amounts of water and electric power and creating few jobs.

Legislators Propose Tax Incentives to Attract German Company

Legislators Propose Tax Incentives to Attract German Company

Company would partner on Hayward plant turning wood pulp into aviation fuel.

Jessica Seawright Will Run for Oak Creek Area Assembly District

Jessica Seawright Will Run for Oak Creek Area Assembly District

Democrat is social worker. Seat held by Republican Rep. Jessie Rodriguez.

Robin Vos Supports Home Security for Legislators, Justices

Robin Vos Supports Home Security for Legislators, Justices

But GOP Assembly speaker opposes turning state Capitol into 'armed fortress.'

The State of Politics: State Democratic Leaders Back New House Districts
The State of Politics

State Democratic Leaders Back New House Districts

Would back legislation -- if they win governor's race and control of Legislature.

State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years

State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years

As Wisconsin companies saved $1 billion in rate cuts, injured workers fall behind.

DWD Kills Proposal to Subtract Disability Payments From Unemployment Compensation

DWD Kills Proposal to Subtract Disability Payments From Unemployment Compensation

“This is wonderful news for everyone involved and for the state of Wisconsin in general, disabled or non-disabled," says attorney.

Despite Action, Bill Might Be Too Late To Stop Veterans Housing Closure

Despite Action, Bill Might Be Too Late To Stop Veterans Housing Closure

Two facilities weren't funded in state budget, Sept. 30 deadline looms.

DWD Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Wisconsinites Impacted by Recent Severe Storms and Historic Flooding
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DWD Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Wisconsinites Impacted by Recent Severe Storms and Historic Flooding

Disaster Unemployment Assistance is available for eligible workers in Milwaukee County, Washington County, and Waukesha County

Common Ground to Exit ACA Marketplace in 11 Wisconsin Counties

Common Ground to Exit ACA Marketplace in 11 Wisconsin Counties

An estimated 24,000 people, including thousands in Milwaukee, will need to find a new insurer next year.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Shares Update on Federal Funding Assistance
Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez Announces Re-election Run
Gov. Evers, Doa Announce $1.3 Million in Grants for 35 Wisconsin Coastal Communities in Celebration of Coastal Awareness Month 
Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Vilas County Sheriff
Microsoft Announces Additional $4 Billion Investment in Wisconsin

Microsoft Announces Additional $4 Billion Investment in Wisconsin

Company says first Mount Pleasant data center should be operational by early 2026.

Bill Would Make Damaging Historical Markers, Statues A Felony

Bill Would Make Damaging Historical Markers, Statues A Felony

Legislature also consider increasing penalties for human trafficking.

Gov. Evers, Microsoft Officials Announce New $4 Billion Investment in Mount Pleasant Datacenter 
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Gov. Evers, Microsoft Officials Announce New $4 Billion Investment in Mount Pleasant Datacenter 

Microsoft’s $7 billion total investment will help make Wisconsin home to the world’s most powerful AI datacenter

Gov. Evers, Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy Release 2025 Clean Energy Plan Progress Report 
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Gov. Evers, Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy Release 2025 Clean Energy Plan Progress Report 

Report highlights progress toward strategies that lower energy bills for families, reduce reliance on out-of-state energy sources, and create more than 40,000 jobs by 2030

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Unveiling of New Bad River Tribe Dual-language Highway Signs 
Gov. Evers Announces Joint Damage Assessments Completed for Damage to Roads and Public Infrastructure From August Floods and Storms in Six Counties
Gov. Evers Joins Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Keep Healthcare Affordable by Extending ACA’s Enhanced Premium Tax Credits
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Gov. Evers Joins Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Keep Healthcare Affordable by Extending ACA’s Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

In a joint letter to U.S. congressional leadership, coalition of 18 governors highlight importance of extending tax credits provided by the Affordable Care Act to help keep premiums low and provide stability for millions of working families

Freshwater Collaborative Announces $4.2 Million for Water Research and Workforce Development
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Freshwater Collaborative Announces $4.2 Million for Water Research and Workforce Development

Projects Will Help Address Statewide Water Challenges

Governor Evers Approves Second Segment of I-41 Rehabilitation Project in Milwaukee County
Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Washburn County Coroner
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Wisconsin Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by August Severe Storms
DHS Continues to Recommend the Covid-19 Vaccine for All Wisconsinites 6 Months and Older
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DHS Continues to Recommend the Covid-19 Vaccine for All Wisconsinites 6 Months and Older

Statewide medical order makes it easier for Wisconsinites to get the vaccine

Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites and Businesses Affected by August Storms to Apply for Sba Disaster Assistance
DNR Completes Statewide Cleanup Efforts at Former 5r Facilities Associated With 2021 Wisconsin Act 234
Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

Move comes as federal FDA ends support of vaccines for most people.

State of Wisconsin Awarded Highest Recognition for Financial Reporting
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State of Wisconsin Awarded Highest Recognition for Financial Reporting

State Continues to Lead on Fiscal Stewardship and Transparency Under Gov. Evers

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Applications Open for Commercial Driver Training Grants, Encourage Training Providers to Apply 
Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration, Congress to Save Federal Programs That Support Small Businesses
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Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration, Congress to Save Federal Programs That Support Small Businesses

Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order to Ensure Access to Vaccines in Wisconsin
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Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order to Ensure Access to Vaccines in Wisconsin

After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe

The State of Politics: Wisconsin Depends on Immigration
The State of Politics

Wisconsin Depends on Immigration

Immigrants are 7% of state's workforce, 11% of business owners, 16% of physicians, report finds.

Full MPS Leadership Team Is Now in Place
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Full MPS Leadership Team Is Now in Place

New Chiefs Are Leading HR, Partnership, Schools; New Academic Superintendents Are Based in Schools

Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor

Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor

Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'

Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Reject President Trump’s Reckless Cuts to Programs That Lower Costs for Working Families, Support Affordable Housing, Invest in Local Communities
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Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Reject President Trump’s Reckless Cuts to Programs That Lower Costs for Working Families, Support Affordable Housing, Invest in Local Communities

Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development

Gov. Evers Wraps Up Annual Statewide Back-to-school Tour
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Gov. Evers Wraps Up Annual Statewide Back-to-school Tour

Governor celebrates 49th back-to-school season with visits to K-12 schools across the state, highlights efforts in the 2025-27 Biennial Budget to do what’s best for kids

Gov. Evers Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute

Gov. Evers Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute

Supreme Court ended their power to block administrative rules, he insists.

Your Right to Know: Public Officials Increasingly Won’t Talk to Media
Your Right to Know

Public Officials Increasingly Won’t Talk to Media

'No comment' leaves readers, the public with no explanation for official actions.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Federal Disaster Declaration Approval
Vos, Felzkowski Statement on Yet Another Gov. Evers Power Grab
WEDC Secretary Missy Hughes Resigns

WEDC Secretary Missy Hughes Resigns

Will she run for governor?

Amtrak I-41 Thruway Bus Service between Green Bay and Milwaukee to end
Gov. Evers Announces WEDC Secretary and CEO Hughes to Leave Evers Administration
Assembly Passes Bills to Restrict Pride Flags

Assembly Passes Bills to Restrict Pride Flags

Republicans also approved bills to require state employees work in-person 80% of the time, restrict Medicaid access for undocumented.

Gov. Evers Seeks Court Order Requiring Republican-led Legislature to Comply With Supreme Court Decisions and Wisconsin State Law
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Gov. Evers Seeks Court Order Requiring Republican-led Legislature to Comply With Supreme Court Decisions and Wisconsin State Law

Governor asks a court to intervene after Wisconsin State Legislature tries to defy Wisconsin’s highest court

Wisconsin Wolf Population Stable at 1,200 According To New Estimate

Wisconsin Wolf Population Stable at 1,200 According To New Estimate

Population is 'settling in' as prime territory fills up.

Trump Approves Disaster Relief For 1,000-Year Milwaukee Storm

Trump Approves Disaster Relief For 1,000-Year Milwaukee Storm

Aid announcement comes with partisan pronouncement.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls on Trump to Approve Wisconsin’s Disaster Declaration Request
Wisconsin Politicians Condemn Killing of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

Wisconsin Politicians Condemn Killing of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

Republicans, Democrats call for end to political violence.

Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million in Grants Available for Local Community Development Projects Statewide
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Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million in Grants Available for Local Community Development Projects Statewide

Communities and organizations encouraged to apply for next round of Non-State Grant Program funding for local building projects

Gov. Evers, Green Bay Packers Announce Lambeau Field as Travel Wisconsin’s Newest “Wonder of Wisconsin”
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Gov. Evers, Green Bay Packers Announce Lambeau Field as Travel Wisconsin’s Newest “Wonder of Wisconsin”

Governor announces new designation that will denote Lambeau Field among the state’s most unforgettable destinations

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