Tony Evers

What’s Actually In Brewers’ Ballpark Plan?

New seats, lots of new roofs and the end of kegs.

Gov. Evers Announces Historic Proposed Long-Term Investments in State’s Infrastructure

Governor’s historic capital budget investments saves taxpayers nearly $1 billion, supports estimated nearly $7 billion in economic activity and 45,000 jobs

Legislature Urged to Remove All Racial Covenants

Wauwatosa council votes to dissolve its old covenants, pushes legislators for statewide bill.

Gov. Evers, DWD Celebrate Record-Breaking Apprenticeship Numbers

Registered apprenticeship program reaches highest participation in state history, governor continues support for apprenticeship in 2023-25 biennial budget proposal

Gov. Evers, DHS Awards $1 million in Grants to Help Reduce Disparities in Behavioral Health Care System

Equity and inclusion trainings to be offered to service providers

Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?

So claim the Republicans, saying his plan hikes taxes almost as much as it cuts them.

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.

State Should Restore Driver’s Licenses for Immigrant Workers

Make our roads safer and help economy and undocumented workers.

Liberal Candidates for Supreme Court Won a Majority

Janet Protasiewicz and Everett Mitchell got 54% of vote in primary election.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Marquette County District Attorney

Wisconsin Tourism Recovery A National Leader

But multiple sectors still below pre-pandemic levels.

New Hire Announcement

Kids Forward is thrilled to announce Nadiyah Groves as Policy Director.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Lake Mills Fire Chief Todd Yandre

Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin Announce Wisconsin to Receive Nearly $80 Million to Support Small Businesses

New infusion of federal funds will create a $50 million revolving venture capital fund, assist start-ups, and aid micro-lenders

Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Summer Strand to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin

Former Governor Tony Earl Dies at 86

Earl was governor from 1983-87. Democrat was champion of environment.

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.

Gov. Evers Announces Passing of Former Wisconsin Gov. Tony Earl

Governor orders US, Wisconsin flags to fly at half-staff as state mourns loss

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #186 Declaring an Energy Emergency

Evers Budget Funds Bikers, Walkers

It’s way overdue. State ranks 49th in funding transportation for biking, walking.

Evers Among 20 Governors in Reproductive Rights Alliance

Democratic governors vow to create 'firewall' for 'reproductive freedom.'

Brewers Subsidy Largest Ever Per Year?

How did Gov. Evers come up with that inflated, $290 million figure?

Local Government Advocates Expect More State Shared Revenue

They're confident long 'broken' program will be fixed in upcoming state budget.

Evers’ Tax Cut Plan Is Far Reaching

Detailed plan has many provisions, lowers taxes on four of five taxpayers in state.

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.

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.

Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans

Legislator in Vos's district lost office for supporting such aid. A tough Issue for GOP.

Evers Budget Funds 80 More Staff to Process Occupational Licenses

Department of Safety and Professional Services has faced criticism for service delays.

Republicans Hide Details on Stewardship Fund

Legislators reduce project grant without revealing who objected or what exactly is funded.

State Expects $25 Million Federal EPA Funds for PFAS Cleanup

$5 billion from bipartisan infrastructure law will address toxic impact of 'forever chemicals.'

Gov. Evers Proposes $305 Million Increase For UW System

Budget proposal, subject to Legislature approval, includes tuition waiver program for low-income students.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Budget Message

Gov. Evers’ Budget Includes Tax Cuts, Increased School Funding

Republicans blast budget, call it 'devoid of reality.'

A time to be bold: Evers’ budget a generational investment in our kids

Eves Out of Touch with Wisconsin Families and Workers

Rep. Deb Andraca Reacts to Governor Evers’ Biennial Budget Address

Gov. Evers to Announce Plan to Build Upon “Kai 11” Bill, Invest in EKG Screening Pilot to Protect Student-Athlete Health

Mother, loved ones of Kai Lermer to attend as governor’s guests to 2023-25 biennial budget message

County Executive David Crowley Praises Gov. Evers’ Plan to Keep Baseball in Milwaukee County

Gov. Evers Announces Budget Initiatives to Do What’s Best for Kids, Support K-12 Schools

Governor’s plan aims to improve reading and literacy outcomes, expand access to mental health services and school nutrition, address staffing shortages to help keep class sizes small, and increase per pupil and special education aids

Evers’ Budget Funds Affordable Housing, Tenant Legal Support

Help for low-income renters would have significant impact in Milwaukee.

Evers Proposes Elections Law Changes

Including automatic voter registration, counting of absentee ballots before Election Day, and new Office of Election Transparency.

Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer

Slain officer Peter Jerving served with the Milwaukee Police Department for 4 years.

Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades

Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.

Brewers Applaud Efforts to Maintain American Family Field

Plan Would Keep Major League Baseball in Milwaukee for the Next Generation

Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Keep Major League Baseball, Brewers in Milwaukee for 20 More Years

Governor’s budget invests portion of state’s historic surplus to improve American Family Field, saving taxpayers over $200 million and generating $400 million in revenue through 2043

Representative Clancy applauds Gov. Evers’ Inclusion of Right to Counsel in State Budget Proposal

Rep. Clancy is optimistic about the Right to Counsel expanded State-wide

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.

Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Protect Voting Rights, Democracy in Wisconsin

Governor's proposal makes voting easier and more accessible for eligible voters, supports local election administration, ensures elections remain free and secure

How Much Clout Does Your U.S. Rep Have?

Which committee does each one sit on and why it matters to Wisconsin.

Gov. Evers Announces Statewide Initiatives to Ensure Safe, Affordable Rental Units and Housing

Governor’s plan improves rental unit safety, rehabilitates blighted properties, expands renter protections

Gov. Evers to Deliver on Promise of 10-Percent Middle-Class Tax Cut

Governor’s budget to deliver more than $1.2 billion in targeted tax relief to working families, parents, veterans, caregivers, seniors, and student loan borrowers

Local Governments Starved For Revenue

Not a Democratic or Republican issue, it's needed by cities, counties across the state.

Gov. Evers on the right track with budget provision to prevent drunk driving, save lives

Gov. Evers Announces Initiatives to Curb Reckless Driving, Keep Streets and Communities Safe

Governor’s plan invests in re-engineering roads, expands driver’s education, increases State Patrol trooper and inspector positions, and bolsters reckless and drunk driving penalties

Dan Kelly Makes His Case for High Court

'Where do our rights come from?' asks former state Supreme Court justice. 'God!'

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Police Department Officer Peter Jerving

DAs Offices Across State Struggle to Hire Attorneys

Low pay and a national shortage cause staffing issue, possible 'constitutional crisis.'

GOP Legislators Vote For Audit of State’s Licensing Agency

They cite backlog in approving licenses. Democrats blame inadequate funding and staff.

Evers Budget Spends Millions on Clean Energy

$14 million price tag includes funding for clean energy job training and reemployment.

Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax

Proposal could solve Milwaukee's fiscal woes. But Republicans may scrap Ever's budget.

Gov. Evers Announces Budget Initiatives to Bolster Forestry Industry, Clean Energy Jobs, and Conservation

Governor’s proposal will bolster sustainable industries like clean energy and forestry, support forest regeneration, improve Stewardship Program

Mandela Barnes Forms Political Action Committee

The Long Run PAC will support new generation of progressive candidates.

Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration

Former DNR Secretary and City Hall veteran returning to city government.

Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy

The $8 million building project will expand clinic on Cesar E. Chavez Dr.

Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Send 20 Percent of State’s Sales Tax Back to Local Communities

Governor’s budget to invest more than $500 million in local communities, provide largest increase in aid to municipalities and counties in decades

Evers Appoints Joan Prince to UW Board of Regents

Governor has now appointed board majority, though not all approved by Senate.

Big Numbers Drive Budget Decisions

Which 5 programs account for 84% of state budget? And when was the beer tax last increased?

City Residents Push for Lead Cleanup at ARPA Meeting

Coalition on Lead Emergency questions how last $92 million in federal funds will be spent.

Momentum Growing For More State Shared Revenue

State flush with cash. One proposal gives one-fifth of sales tax back to local governments.

Gov. Evers, DOA, PSC Recognize National Energy Assistance Day

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program available to help Wisconsin keep the heat on

Gov. Evers Appoints Andrea Will as Dodge County District Attorney

2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!

Obliterating 2018 record of $93 million, with Evers getting 53% of total spending.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More than $134 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities

“Since 2019, we’ve improved more than 5,800 miles of roads and highways across the state, but there is more work to be done to ensure municipalities have the support and resources they need to keep fixing the darn roads,” said Gov. Evers.

Milwaukee Faces Construction Worker Shortage?

$3 billion in major projects planned or underway could face shortage, report says.

Teachers Pay May Rise By 8%

Can MPS afford this? Will state funding be enough to prevent teacher shortages?

Governor’s Health Equity Council Releases Full Report

Report details recommendations aimed to achieve long-lasting and equitable health outcomes for all Wisconsinites

Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle

What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.

Go Grocer Opens in Third Ward

Plus: Farewell to Flannery's, The Spice House, E&F Pizzeria and Gülden Room Cafe.

How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?

Not so well, doctors say.

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.

Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?

Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'

Senator Baldwin Supports New Initiative to Accelerate Lead Pipe Removal in Wisconsin

Wisconsin communities will receive support to access fair share of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds for lead pipe removal

DNR Avoids Drama With New Secretary, New Board

Wednesday's meeting was first without expired members who had refused to resign.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Pepin County Coroner

Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?

Chief judge expresses doubt, but progress is being made and hope remains.

DHS Seeks Ideas for $8 Million in Opioid Settlement Funds

Survey results will help prioritize how to best address opioid use disorder

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting Plan to Support Wisconsin’s Workforce and Working Families

Evers Wants $100 Million For PFAS, Will Republicans Back Proposal?

Residents with polluted water want solutions, but have waited years.

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.

Evers Calls For $500 Million Spending on Mental Health

And more funds for shared revenue, child care, PFAS cleanup in State of State speech.

Gov. Evers, DWD Launch “Winning with Wisconsin’s Workforce” Initiative

Following governor’s State of the State address, Evers Administration continues workforce development push with series of regional forums to highlight workforce resources, opportunities, and local success stories.

Representative Clancy reacts to Gov. Evers’ State of the State Address

Rep. Clancy is optimistic about increased shared revenue coming to Milwaukee

Rep. Robyn Vining Applauds Governor Tony Evers for Declaring 2023 The Year of Mental Health

Gov. Evers Delivers 2023 State of the State Address

Senator Agard Reacts to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Bolster Child Care Statewide for Working Families

Plan builds on pandemic programs to bolster child care sector, make child care more affordable, and support employer-child care provider partnerships

Gov. Evers Announces Workforce, Economic Development Plans to Maintain Economy’s Momentum

Governor’s initiatives include investments to find community-based solutions to workforce challenges, invest in small businesses, and bolster healthcare, education, and clean energy workforces

Gov. Evers Proposes More Than $106 Million Plan to Address PFAS Contamination Statewide

Governor’s three-pronged plan expands PFAS monitoring and testing, invests in PFAS cleanup efforts, defrays costs for homeowners and local communities

Gov. Evers: State of Mental Health “Burgeoning Crisis”

Governor declares 2023 the Year of Mental Health

In State of the State, Governor Evers reminds us that investing in our kids is the key to a brighter future