Tony Evers

Gov. Evers, DNR Ring in 2025 Kicking Off 125th Anniversary of Wisconsin State Park System

2024 Wrap: County Executive David Crowley Reflects on 2024 Accomplishments

Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Owners Face New Tax in 2025

A 3 cents per kilowatt tax at EV charging stations will raise millions.

Top 10 News Stories of 2024

Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Lowering the Flags in Honor of Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter

2024 Wrap Up- Gov. Evers Highlights 2024 Accomplishments

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter

Will Wisconsin Enact a Red Flag Gun Control Law?

The results of the recent election may not help.

2024 Wrap Up- Gov. Evers Highlights Administration’s Accomplishments During “Year of the Worker”

Evers Administration celebrates successes bolstering and supporting Wisconsin’s workforce in 2024

Gov. Evers, First Lady Celebrate Kwanzaa in Wisconsin

Former State Sens. Tim Cullen, George Petak Die

Cullen was a Democrat who served in a GOP administration, Petak the first state legislator ever recalled from office.

Gov. Evers, First Lady Celebrate Hanukkah in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding the Passing of Former State Sen. Petak

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding the Passing of Former State Sen. Cullen

Coalition of 30 Groups Calls for $953 Million Funding For Safe Drinking Water

Pushing WI Legislature for water infrastructure upgrades and preventive measures.

Gov. Evers, First Lady Celebrate Christmas in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, First Lady Host Virtual Tour of 2024 Holiday Decorations at the Wisconsin Executive Residence

Kaul Says Wisconsin Needs ‘Holistic’ Approach to Mass Shootings

Attorney Generals calls for a discussion of a range of 'evidence-based solutions.'

Evers Appoints New DNR Secretary After Yearlong Vacancy

Karen Hyun was most recently the chief of staff for NOAA.

Year-End Report Shows Wisconsin Has $4.5 Billion Budget Surplus

Plus $1.9 billion in state 'rainy day' fund.

A Christmas Gift List For State Officials

What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?

Gov. Evers, First Lady Deliver Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Take Care of Their Mental Health this Holiday Season

Gov. Evers Appoints Dr. Karen Hyun to Serve as DNR Secretary

Insurers Add PFAS Exclusions to Liability Policies

Will state's businesses and farms be more careful about polluting if losses not covered?

County Working On Small Business Grant Program

Milwaukee County wants to help small businesses open brick and mortar stores.

New Commissioners Appointed to the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission

Republican Senate Leader Signals Support For Continuing DOJ School Safety Program

The Office of School Safety has been subject to partisan budget disputes. It's funding expires in September.

Winners of 2024 MARKETPLACE Wisconsin awards announced

Awards recognize accomplishments of diverse businesses

Starting Next Year, New Milwaukee County Employees to Enroll in Wisconsin Retirement System

Wisconsin Act 12 enabled this milestone for Milwaukee County that will save taxpayer dollars

Conservation voters applaud the U.S. Climate Alliance’s pledge to reduce fossil fuel emissions, Gov. Evers’ commitment to clean energy

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Seventh Consecutive Month of Record-High Employment

Wisconsin sees a record-high 3,073,900 employed, continued historically low unemployment

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Wisconsin’s Launch of Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate Program

Legislature Committee Denies Funds for Coveted UW-Madison Engineering Building

Republicans say 'lack of transparency' stopping UW projects

Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves More Than $81 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin, Republican Members Delay Approval of Funding for Critical UW System Building Projects

Republican legislators delay the reallocation more than $70 million in building projects for UW System, continuing obstruction of critically needed projects

Three Affordable Apartment Projects Get Funding Boost

New state programs boost Milwaukee housing efforts.

Gov. Evers Celebrates “Home Run” Deal to Keep Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball in Wisconsin Through 2050

‘We Still Hold the Majority’ Wisconsin GOP Senate President Warns

Are there any issues where Republicans and Democrats are likely to agree?

Grief and Talk of Action After School Shooting in Madison

But political leaders part ways on solutions.

Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce Investments to Develop Nearly 500 Housing Units Across Wisconsin

More than $9.3 million investment will support nine affordable housing developments, 485 housing units statewide

What Are Foxconn’s Employees Doing?

After 7 years and $700 million in taxpayer subsidies, what have we learned?

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Lowering the Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Abundant Life Christian School Tragedy

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on School Shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison

Governor orders United States and Wisconsin flags to half-staff immediately statewide

Hesselbein Will Revive Medical Marijuana Bill

Democratic state Senate leader expects more bipartisan legislation in new session.

The Real Problem with Property Taxes

Much of state funding for 'public instruction' doesn't go to the schools.

Tax Bills Trigger School Funding Debate

Property taxes rising for schools. Evers, Democrats call for more state aid.

Milwaukee Secures Almost $90 Million of Wisconsin’s $444 Million Wastewater Funding

Financing awarded to 50 communities for building or improving wastewater infrastructure.

Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff For Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice

David Prosser, former Assembly Speaker and Supreme Court Justice, died earlier this month.

Wisconsin Senate Democrats Plan To Work Across The Aisle

With major gains in the number of seats, Democrats see opportunity.

With 1,114 Employees, Foxconn Earns $9 Million in Tax Credits

Foxconn saw slower job growth in 2023 as it gets closer to maxing out $80M in available tax credits.

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce 2025 Urban Forestry Program Grant Recipients

Grants will help increase urban forest canopy, improve quality of life and public health

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Wood County Circuit Court

Minority Leader Neubauer Believes Democrat’s Gains Will Change Assembly

Republicans will be forced to take up a number of "really popular issues" they've previously sidelined.

Statement Regarding Hearing in RPW v. Tony Evers

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Reflecting on State’s Accomplishments During the Year of the Worker

Gov. Evers to Continue Statewide Budget Listening Session Tour in Ashland 

Republicans Behind the Times on Act 10

70% of Americans now approve of unions, compared with 48% in 2009.

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Attends Governor Evers’ Milwaukee Budget Listening Session

Legislative Study Committee Disagrees on Sandhill Cranes

Should hunting them by legalized? Should farmers' corn crops be protected?

New Study Shows GOP Legislators Not Doing Their Jobs, Neglecting Local Schools Has Led to Higher Property Taxes for Wisconsin Families

Outdoor Recreation Boosts Wisconsin Economy By $11.2 Billion

Up by 9.4% in one year, 20th in the nation in federal data touted by Gov. Evers.

Gov. Evers to Continue Statewide Budget Listening Session Tour in Milwaukee

As DEI Efforts Targeted, DPI Leader Wins Diversity Award

Superintendent Jill Underly notes challenges facing minority, LGBTQ+ students.

45 and Counting: CUB celebrates milestone working for Wisconsinites

Wisconsin Public Defender Budget Request Seeks Fewer Criminal Charges

Downgrading disorderly conduct, pot possession to reduce court caseload.

Transportation Projects Commission advances I-39/90/94 and US 51/Stoughton Road projects

Improvements will address aging infrastructure and safety concerns

Act 10 Still Divides the Capitol

Leaders who passed it all gone, state Supreme Court mostly different, as battle renewed.

State Rep. Ryan Clancy Kicked Out of ALEC Meeting

Socialist and Democrat peeking as GOP legislators draft model state laws.

Legislative Committee Considers Artificial Intelligence Regulations

The pitfalls and potential of AI; possible legislative guard rails and state investments.

Pharmaceutical Company Announces 750-Job Factory Expansion in Wisconsin

Eli Lilly plans to add 750 jobs to Kenosha County facility.

Gov. Evers Appoints Kerry Kirn as Clark County Sheriff

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Gov. Evers, Eli Lilly and Company Celebrate $3 Billion Expansion of Manufacturing Facility in Wisconsin

According to the company, the investment will benefit millions of patients worldwide, create 2,000 construction jobs, and add 750 highly skilled jobs to Southeastern Wisconsin

Wisconsin Sets New Record High For Registered Apprentices

Commonly associated with construction trades, state program includes more than 200 occupations.

Senate Members of Legislature’s Powerful Joint Finance Committee Announced

The 16-person panel is responsible for how Wisconsin spends tens of billions of dollars. Assembly up next.

Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council Hosting Public Hearing December 10

Gov. Evers to Host Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol

Tree celebrating “125 Years of Wisconsin’s State Parks” to be displayed in the Capitol throughout the holiday season

Many Issues Raised At Evers’ Budget Listening Session

Concerns include housing costs, prison reform and 'humanitarian crisis' for refugees.

Wisconsin Safety and Professional Services Keeps Focus on Efficiency, Safety

Latest collaboration helps streamline Medicaid enrollment for new clinicians

Virginia Hart Special Recognition and Diversity Award Winners Announced

Will Legislature Change Election Laws?

Republicans may back earlier recount of absentee ballots -- along with other changes.

WisDOT, WCHA applaud snowplow drivers across Wisconsin

December 2 is annual Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day

Gov. Evers, Wisconsin DFI & HEAB Encourage Wisconsinites to Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) During National FAFSA® Filing Month in December

Is Wisconsin 45th in Broadband Internet?

So says new report. But state regulators say data is incomplete.

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. Betty Jo Nelsen

Vos ‘Hopes’ Gableman Gets Disbarred

After hiring Michael Gableman to run 2020 election review, Vos now calls former high court justice an 'embarrassment' to all lawyers.

Explore More With The Wisconsin State Park System’s New 12-Month Admission Pass

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Nearly $32 Million Federal Grant to Promote Use of Sustainable Construction Materials, Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

GOP Losses Will Test Vos, LeMahieu

Smaller majorities in each house will change state Capitol, make it tougher to pass Republican bills.

Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud

Schwantes faces multiple charges related to solicitation of prostitution and acting as attorney for one of the women he was soliciting.

Gov. Evers Grants 172 Pardons, Bringing Total Pardons Granted to 1,436

Legislative Committee Studying Whether To Create Long-Term Youth Psychiatric Care Facilities

Seventy-eight children were placed out of state for care in 2023.

Wisconsin’s State and Local Tax Burden Is Now Well Below National Average

New Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds state's tax burden has trended down for 25 years.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT announce $500,000 Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to support 100 new jobs in southern Wisconsin

Road improvements will assist job growth in city of Milton

Gov. Evers, DOA Report $4 Billion Surplus, Moderate State Revenue Increases, and Record High ‘Rainy Day’ Fund Balance

Shop Small Wisconsin, support local businesses this holiday season

WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses and vibrant downtowns

Greta Neubauer Reelected as Assembly Minority Leader

Democrats gained 10 seats, the largest increase in more than half a century.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff on Anniversary of 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade Tragedy