Tony Evers

Will Women Vote for Brad Schimel?

Former Attorney General a formidable candidate for state Supreme Court. Except for a couple issues.

Biden Touts ‘Small Business Boom’ In Visit to Milwaukee

President hails record rise in Black-owned businesses in speech at WI Black Chamber of Commerce.

Gov. Evers Announces $6.7 Billion Positive GAAP Balance in State’s General Fund for Fiscal Year 2022-23

Report shows state has Generally Accepted Accounting Principles positive balance for fourth consecutive year in a row

GOP Legislators Probe Views of Evers’ New DNR Appointees

After firing first Evers picks, Republicans raise issues of wolf management, PFAS cleanup.

Evers Calls On Legislature to Release PFAS Funds

Also pushes GOP legislators to approve DNR groundwater rule targeting pollution.

Gov. Evers Appoints Mary Malloy as Buffalo County Register of Deeds

UW Pay Raises Approved After Nearly 6-Month GOP Blockade

Some 34,000 workers had to wait since July for standoff on DEI issue to be settled.

Evers, Baldwin Announce $140 Million For Expanded Internet Access

Federal ARPA funds will help connect communities in Wisconsin with a 'critical need.'

Gov. Evers Urges Legislature to Release $125 Million to Address PFAS, Act to Protect Wisconsin’s Groundwater

With rulemaking on PFAS standards stalled until GOP acts, governor calls for urgent legislative action and the release of $125 million in already-approved funds

City of Monroe receives $249,300 state grant to support historic building revitalization

WEDC investment to help fund the restoration of historic downtown building

8 Questions About State Government

Think you know how our state Capitol works? Try answering these questions.

Governor Evers announces additional $5.2 million for mobility improvements

Funding aids local transportation options for seniors and those with disabilities

Vos Says UW Deal Is ‘First Step’ To End ‘Cancerous’ Diversity Practices

Assembly Speaker used his power to force UW system changes on diversity, equity and inclusion practices.

Trans Community On High Alert Following Surge in Murders, Attacks

Community members express opposition and concern about anti-trans legislation, four homicides.

Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for Helping Wisconsin Nonprofit Organizations

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on the Year of Mental Health

Wisconsin Wins $414 Million For Wastewater, Stormwater Projects

84 communities will be improve aging sewer systems.

Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announces New Investments to Help Expand Access, Affordability, and Adoption of High-Speed Internet

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Board of Regents Vote Tonight

UW Regents Backtrack, Take Republican DEI Deal

Regents vote to accept limits to DEI programs in return for pay raises for 34,000 employees and new engineering building.

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $589 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce $414.4 Million To Improve Municipal Wastewater and Stormwater Infrastructure

Transportation Projects Commission advances US 151 and US 18/151 projects

Freeway conversions offer increased safety, efficiency on major freight routes

Should National Guard Be Sent to State’s Prisons?

Some advocates pushing Gov. Evers to use guards to relieve staffing shortage.

Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $42 Million for HOME-American Rescue Plan Program

Applications for HOME-ARP now open to provide safe, affordable rental units and supportive services

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding UW System Board of Regents Meeting Tomorrow

Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence Continues Efforts to Identify Priorities for Training, Education, and Employment Solutions

UW President Jay Rothman Should Resign

If not, Gov. Evers should call for the Board of Regents to remove him.

UW Regents Consult Attorneys In Fight Over DEI, Pay Raises

Evers has sued Legislature on issue. GOP legislators threaten to remove some regents.

Women Politicians Still Face Double Standard

Getting more criticism and social media insults than men. 'We get attacked more.'

New Laws Help Counselors, Physician Assistants Practice In Multiple States

Next could be interstate agreements for social workers, dentists, dental hygienists.

Foxconn Will Get State Subsidy For 2022

Qualifies for third round of funding. 'There was never going to be... 13,000 jobs."

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Board of Regents Vote

UW System Strikes Deal With Vos On Diversity, Equity Measures

Assembly Speaker blocked raises, engineering building over DEI efforts.

Wisconsin DSPS Announces Rapid School Review Plan

Department aims to speed up building projects involving schools and child care facilities

City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court

Federal funds, long anticipated, provide major boost to city's redevelopment effort.

Gov. Evers Announces $15 Million Grant for City of Milwaukee to Redevelop Blighted Northridge Mall Property

Law Makes Financial Literacy A High School Graduation Requirement

Bipartisan proposal goes into effect with 2028 Wisconsin high school graduating class.

Conservative Group Will Challenge New Wedding Barn, Liquor Laws

Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty says law was poorly drafted.

Evers Signs Bills Overhauling Alcohol Regulation, Driver Ed

Governor also vetoed a handful of election bills.

Bipartisan “Baby Box” Law Allows Parents To Give Up Newborns

Expanded safe haven law allows parents to anonymously give up a child.

Diverse businesses and leaders honored at 2023 MARKETPLACE

Governor’s Awards recognize excellence in business

Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce New Programs Emerge from Historic Bipartisan Housing Legislation

Evers Vetoes Bill Blocking Gender Affirming Medical Care

Governor blocks GOP proposal to ban gender-affirming care for minors.

Financial aid modernization will help Wisconsin students

Financial Aid Modernization Act will make it easier for students to receive state financial aid

Bipartisan Driver Education Grant Program Signed into Law

Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Protect LGBTQ Youth, Vetoes Bill Prohibiting Gender-Affirming Care in Wisconsin

Common Ground Wins $6 Million for Driver Education

Republicans Seek To Abolish Wisconsin Elections Commission

Power would be transferred to Secretary of State, Legislature's election committees.

Governor Signs Brewers Subsidy Agreement At American Family Field

Now Brewers must finalize lease with reconfigured stadium district.

Martinez to Become President Emeritus

Former Employees of Voucher School Discuss Safety Issues, ‘Third Friday’ Push

HOPE Christian School comes under scrutiny following gym injury.

Gov. Evers Signs Bills to Keep Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball in Wisconsin Through 2050

DACA Recipients Could Get In-State Tuition, Professional Licenses Under Bipartisan Proposal

Wisconsin GOP lawmakers have previously blocked proposals to help DREAMers.

Protect the Rights of Student Journalists

17 states have passed such legislation. Wisconsin should do the same.

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

Gov. Evers Announces Date for 2024 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers, Gov. Walz Seek Second Federal Grant to Replace Critical Superior-Duluth Bridge

Gov. Evers Appoints Nicole Ziebell as Marquette County Register of Deeds

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin’s Outdoor Recreation Industry Adds Record $9.8 Billion to State Economy

New data shows Wisconsin’s outdoor industry grew 6.8 percent in 2022

GOP Proposal Would Give Businesses Tax Credits For Paying For Child Care

Proposal would encourage businesses to create their own daycares or pay for outside providers.

Gov. Evers Appoints Frank Gagliardi to the Kenosha County Circuit Court

Gov. Evers Appoints Toni L. Young to the Racine County Circuit Court

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit About Assembly Speaker’s Impeachment Panel

Judge says Vos, panel violated open meeting laws, but lawsuit was filed prematurely.

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Visits With Milwaukee Latino Leaders

Council President Pérez leads roundtable discussion at City Hall.

Bill Would Strip Conservation Tax Credits From Farmers With Solar Installations

GOP proposal aim to close "loophole."

Median Wisconsin Teacher Pay Down 12% Since 2009

Inflation and austerity have resulted in Wisconsin educators effectively getting paid less.

New Pro Soccer Team Delays Start To 2026

But major progress recently made on getting downtown stadium constructed.

DNR Offers Free Tree Seedlings To Wisconsin Fourth Graders Ahead Of Arbor Day 2024

How the Gerrymander Wastes Votes

Compared to 4 other maps of Wisconsin's legislative districts, the current one nullifies the most votes.

Council, Mayor Bickered On Brewers Deal

Council president said no more than $1 million, mayor said council was undermining city's negotiating position.

Evers Email Issue Pales Compared to Walker

Both as county exec and governor, Scott Walker systematically evaded public scrutiny.

Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announce $1.9 Million Federal Grant to Aid Wisconsin Entrepreneurs

Funds will support legal, financial advice for more than 1,100 businesses

Evers Conducted State Business Using Phony Email

Governor's email used name of famed pitcher Warren Spahn.

Judge Ronnie Murray Will Run For Full Term

Former federal public defender seeks full term after appointment to Circuit Court in July.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Walworth County Register of Deeds

Gov. Evers, DVA Announce Applications Open for Three Grants Supporting Veteran Mental Health

GOP Proposal Requires Libraries To Tell Parents What Their Kids Are Reading

A separate proposal would repeal librarian protection for distributing obscene materials.

Gov. Evers, First Lady Encourage Wisconsinites to Take Care of Mental Health During the Holiday Season

Gov. Evers Grants 82 Pardons, Bringing Total Pardons Granted to 1,111

After Gov. Evers Appointed Him, Judge Wants Full-Term On Court

Jorge Fragoso was appointed to the bench in September by Gov. Tony Evers.

Shop Small Wisconsin, support local this holiday season

WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses and vibrant downtowns

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Gerrymandering Case

Case, before court’s now-liberal majority, could overturn Republicans’ entrenched advantage.

Environmental Groups Want Evers To Block Lakefront Golf Course Land Swap

Kohler, seeking to build golf course near Lake Michigan, needs land swap with state park.

Judge Jorge Fragoso announces his campaign for a Full Term on the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Evers Vetoes GOP $2 Billion Tax Cut and Child Care Tax Credit

Governor blasts Republican bill as 'a completely unserious proposal.'

LeMahieu Grows Into Majority Leader Role

Republican Senate leader has worked at times with Democrats to get legislation passed.

Officials Condemn Neo-Nazi March in Madison

Blood Tribe, a growing white supremacist group, chanted that 'Israel is not our friend.'

Gov. Evers Urges GOP-Controlled JFC to Release Already-Approved Funds to Bad River and Lac du Flambeau Native Nations

JFC Republicans continue withholding already-approved Tribal Assistance Grant Program funds from two federally recognized Native Nations in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Neo-Nazi Demonstration in Madison

Wisconsin Reading Law Could Be Amended For Bilingual Learners

Parents, educators concerned about reading tests being conducted in English.

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

Proposal Would Eliminate Teen Work Permits

Critics say it would eliminate funding for employer education, compliance monitoring.

WDVA Awards More Than $474,000 in Veterans Mental Health Grants to Organizations Across Wisconsin

Wisconsin Has More Demand Than Money For Broadband Expansion

$221 million in grant requests is five times the amount the state has available.

December Groundbreaking Planned For Long-Awaited Apartment Development

City loaning $700,000 to Five Points Lofts project for environmental cleanup.

Gov. Evers Announces Easing of Restrictions At Two Prisons

Waupun, Green Bay prisons partially taken out of lockdown. Lawsuit alleges cruel and unusual punishment.

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Three Bills

Representative Clancy Responds to Governor Evers’ Statement on Conditions of Confinement

The changes announced by the Evers’ administration are only a first step

Is Legislature Illegally Grabbing Executive Power?

Evers suit charges Legislature has repeatedly violated state constitution.