Content referencing Tony Evers - Page 19
Speaker Vos Downplays $7 Billion Surplus Size As Budget Debate Begins
Vos says Gov. Evers lives in "fantasyland" with his plans for spending.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
New Milwaukee Office Building Would Be Public-Private Partnership
State pivots from original plan to build its own facility at 27th and Wisconsin.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Proposes $5 Million To Advance Bronzeville Center for the Arts
Nonprofit group pursuing $55 million project for King Drive and North Ave.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Evan Casey
Republicans Giving Up On Flat Tax?
Top GOP legislators say they don't expect it to be passed in the state budget.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%
Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Proposes $3.8 Billion in Building Projects
Nearly $1.8 billion of spending on public buildings is for UW System.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Proposes $9.3 Million For Iron District Stadium
Funding would advance $45 million soccer stadium.
Feb 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s Actually In Brewers’ Ballpark Plan?
New seats, lots of new roofs and the end of kegs.
Feb 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Legislature Urged to Remove All Racial Covenants
Wauwatosa council votes to dissolve its old covenants, pushes legislators for statewide bill.
Feb 28th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?
So claim the Republicans, saying his plan hikes taxes almost as much as it cuts them.
Feb 27th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce Buys West Side Building
Plus: Warrior Wash coming to 60th and Main. And a recap of week's real estate news.
Feb 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State Should Restore Driver’s Licenses for Immigrant Workers
Make our roads safer and help economy and undocumented workers.
Feb 26th, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
Liberal Candidates for Supreme Court Won a Majority
Janet Protasiewicz and Everett Mitchell got 54% of vote in primary election.
Feb 26th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Tourism Recovery A National Leader
But multiple sectors still below pre-pandemic levels.
Feb 24th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
Former Governor Tony Earl Dies at 86
Earl was governor from 1983-87. Democrat was champion of environment.
Feb 23rd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
DNR Member Warns Wisconsin Needs Money To Maintain Its Conservation Land
The state has acquired approximately 1.5 million acres of land through stewardship programs.
Feb 23rd, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Budget Funds Bikers, Walkers
It’s way overdue. State ranks 49th in funding transportation for biking, walking.
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Kirsten Finn
Evers Among 20 Governors in Reproductive Rights Alliance
Democratic governors vow to create 'firewall' for 'reproductive freedom.'
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Kelcie Moseley-Morris
Brewers Subsidy Largest Ever Per Year?
How did Gov. Evers come up with that inflated, $290 million figure?
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Local Government Advocates Expect More State Shared Revenue
They're confident long 'broken' program will be fixed in upcoming state budget.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Evers’ Tax Cut Plan Is Far Reaching
Detailed plan has many provisions, lowers taxes on four of five taxpayers in state.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Erik Gunn
7 Takeaways From Crowley’s 2023 State of the County Speech
Going back to college, helping youth and counting on a new partnership with the state.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Has A History With the Sales Tax
For 15 years local officials have debated, voted, campaigned on and lobbied for a county sales tax hike.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans
Legislator in Vos's district lost office for supporting such aid. A tough Issue for GOP.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers Budget Funds 80 More Staff to Process Occupational Licenses
Department of Safety and Professional Services has faced criticism for service delays.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Republicans Hide Details on Stewardship Fund
Legislators reduce project grant without revealing who objected or what exactly is funded.
Feb 18th, 2023 by Henry Redman
State Expects $25 Million Federal EPA Funds for PFAS Cleanup
$5 billion from bipartisan infrastructure law will address toxic impact of 'forever chemicals.'
Feb 18th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Gov. Evers Proposes $305 Million Increase For UW System
Budget proposal, subject to Legislature approval, includes tuition waiver program for low-income students.
Feb 17th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Gov. Evers’ Budget Includes Tax Cuts, Increased School Funding
Republicans blast budget, call it 'devoid of reality.'
Feb 16th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk and Shawn Johnson
Evers’ Budget Funds Affordable Housing, Tenant Legal Support
Help for low-income renters would have significant impact in Milwaukee.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Evers Proposes Elections Law Changes
Including automatic voter registration, counting of absentee ballots before Election Day, and new Office of Election Transparency.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer
Slain officer Peter Jerving served with the Milwaukee Police Department for 4 years.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades
Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Offers Details on $1.2 Billion Tax Cut
Governor's plan gives 10% income tax cut to middle class taxpayers, average cut of more than $200 annually.
Feb 13th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
How Much Clout Does Your U.S. Rep Have?
Which committee does each one sit on and why it matters to Wisconsin.
Feb 12th, 2023 by Katjusa Cisar
Local Governments Starved For Revenue
Not a Democratic or Republican issue, it's needed by cities, counties across the state.
Feb 11th, 2023 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Dan Kelly Makes His Case for High Court
'Where do our rights come from?' asks former state Supreme Court justice. 'God!'
Feb 10th, 2023 by Bill Lueders
DAs Offices Across State Struggle to Hire Attorneys
Low pay and a national shortage cause staffing issue, possible 'constitutional crisis.'
Feb 8th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
GOP Legislators Vote For Audit of State’s Licensing Agency
They cite backlog in approving licenses. Democrats blame inadequate funding and staff.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Evers Budget Spends Millions on Clean Energy
$14 million price tag includes funding for clean energy job training and reemployment.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax
Proposal could solve Milwaukee's fiscal woes. But Republicans may scrap Ever's budget.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mandela Barnes Forms Political Action Committee
The Long Run PAC will support new generation of progressive candidates.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration
Former DNR Secretary and City Hall veteran returning to city government.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy
The $8 million building project will expand clinic on Cesar E. Chavez Dr.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Appoints Joan Prince to UW Board of Regents
Governor has now appointed board majority, though not all approved by Senate.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Big Numbers Drive Budget Decisions
Which 5 programs account for 84% of state budget? And when was the beer tax last increased?
Feb 6th, 2023 by Steven Walters
City Residents Push for Lead Cleanup at ARPA Meeting
Coalition on Lead Emergency questions how last $92 million in federal funds will be spent.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Momentum Growing For More State Shared Revenue
State flush with cash. One proposal gives one-fifth of sales tax back to local governments.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!
Obliterating 2018 record of $93 million, with Evers getting 53% of total spending.
Jan 31st, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Faces Construction Worker Shortage?
$3 billion in major projects planned or underway could face shortage, report says.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Teachers Pay May Rise By 8%
Can MPS afford this? Will state funding be enough to prevent teacher shortages?
Jan 30th, 2023 by Terry Falk
Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle
What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Go Grocer Opens in Third Ward
Plus: Farewell to Flannery's, The Spice House, E&F Pizzeria and Gülden Room Cafe.
Jan 29th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?
Not so well, doctors say.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
Gov. Evers’ Budget Expected To Support His “Year of Mental Health” Declaration
Budget proposal expected to include millions for expanding mental health programs, including in schools.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?
Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'
Jan 28th, 2023 by Michael Horne
DNR Avoids Drama With New Secretary, New Board
Wednesday's meeting was first without expired members who had refused to resign.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?
Chief judge expresses doubt, but progress is being made and hope remains.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Wants $100 Million For PFAS, Will Republicans Back Proposal?
Residents with polluted water want solutions, but have waited years.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
State’s Budget Surplus Hits $7.1 Billion
Projected total up by $500 million in two months, on top of $1.7 billion rainy day fund.
Jan 25th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Calls For $500 Million Spending on Mental Health
And more funds for shared revenue, child care, PFAS cleanup in State of State speech.
Jan 25th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again
Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Potawatomi’s Betting Venue To Replace Northern Lights Theater
Goodbye to big-name entertainers, hello to Las Vegas-style Sportsbook venue.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions
Evers calls referendum on welfare 'ridiculous.' but huge majority of legislators disagree.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Steven Walters
Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance
Cash bail is binding constitutional amendment, while public assistance vote is only advisory.
Jan 20th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Water Quality Is The Priority For New DNR Secretary
Secretary-designee Adam Payne focused on addressing PFAS, other contamination
Jan 19th, 2023 by Mackenzie Krumme
Republicans Advance Cash Bail and Welfare Referendum Questions
Both likely to be on April ballot, could influence turnout for state Supreme Court election.
Jan 18th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Four Years Later, State’s Lame Duck Law Still Faces Court Challenge
Circuit court strikes down power grab from DOJ by Legislature, but ruling appealed.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Child Care Providers, Parents Call for More Funding
Advocate says system ‘will collapse’ without state aid when pandemic relief ends.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax
Could mean big increases for lower and middle income taxpayers.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Will New Overseers Change DNR Policies?
As Evers appointees replace Walker holdovers on Natural Resources Board, environmental groups hope for changes.
Jan 15th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
State Committee Votes To Allow LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy To Continue
Republican lawmakers vote to block rule that prohibits widely discredited practice.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Southwestern Wisconsin Farmer Appointed To DNR Board
Gov. Evers appoints Paul Buhr to replace Walker-appointee William Bruins.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
James Bond Will Run State Veteran Affairs
Evers appoints the first openly gay cabinet secretary, with one of the more memorable names, in Wisconsin history.
Jan 11th, 2023 by Henry Redman
State Supreme Court Candidates Discuss Abortion, Redistricting
Race between Dorow, Kelly, Mitchell and Protasiewicz could change court's majority.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Legislators Close to Agreeing on Medical Marijuana Bill
But Vos warns it will be strictly regulated, only for those having a true medical condition.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer
Evers, Vos Seek Legacy-Defining Wins
Both are signaling they want to work together. Both want to make history, leave a legacy.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Conservation Groups Cite Damage From Prehn’s Time on Natural Resources Board
Serving beyond his term limits and favoring lobbyists and PFAS polluter, critics charge.
Jan 8th, 2023 by Henry Redman
I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended
State allowing public comment until Jan. 31. Opponents favor "Fix at Six" option.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Denita Ball Sworn In
Ball is the first woman to become sheriff in Milwaukee County history.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Republican Lawmakers Oppose Record-Breaking Wisconsin Land Conversation
Sen. Felzkowski leads opposition to preserving 56,000 acres of forest near Rhinelander.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers’ Technical College Board Appointees Will Finally Serve
Three Walker board appointees will step down 20 months after their terms expired.
Jan 4th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Gov. Evers’ Inaugural Address Calls for Abortion Rights, Expanding Medicaid
Introduced by his granddaughter, Evers hails the 'chance to do the right thing.'
Jan 3rd, 2023 by WPR Staff
After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed
Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.
Jan 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Did Democrats Let Mandela Barnes Lose?
State Democratic chair says big donors wrongly concluded Barnes was far behind and deserted him.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
How to Have a More Transparent 2023
State and local governments can improve on open records. Attorney General should lead the way.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Christa Westerberg
Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022
Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Steven Walters
State Republican Chair Wants It Both Ways On Trump
Trying to unite the party's Trump lovers and haters won't be easy nor morally palatable.
Jan 1st, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
The Top Donors to Wisconsin Political Parties in 2022
Billionaires and millionaires, most supporting Democrats, continue to dump huge sums into Wisconsin politics through a loophole left open by state Republicans.
Dec 29th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Evers Appoints New State DNR Leader
Sheboygan County Administrator Adam Payne to replace outgoing Department of Natural Resources Secretary Preston Cole.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Most Popular Murphy’s Law Columns
Readers liked stories about Tims -- Michels and Ramthun. And Summerfest, its well paid leader and IRS complaint were hot stuff.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
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’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s
Many states are flush with cash. Minnesota has $18 billion surplus.
Dec 26th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga
Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits
After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Joe Schulz
Inside the State’s Conservative Bubble
The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana
As he did in his last budget. If Republicans disagree he would sign medical marijuana bill.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices
Struggling with worker shortages, low wages, long waitlists as federal pandemic funds end.
Dec 20th, 2022 by Jenny Peek
Will New State Treasurer Make Changes?
Democrat Sarah Godlewski took expansive view of office. What will Republican John Leiber do?
Dec 20th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building
But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
