Tony Evers

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

Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again

Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.

Potawatomi’s Betting Venue To Replace Northern Lights Theater

Goodbye to big-name entertainers, hello to Las Vegas-style Sportsbook venue.

Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions

Evers calls referendum on welfare 'ridiculous.' but huge majority of legislators disagree.

Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance

Cash bail is binding constitutional amendment, while public assistance vote is only advisory.

Water Quality Is The Priority For New DNR Secretary

Secretary-designee Adam Payne focused on addressing PFAS, other contamination

Republicans Advance Cash Bail and Welfare Referendum Questions

Both likely to be on April ballot, could influence turnout for state Supreme Court election.

Rep. Robyn Vining Joins Gov. Evers to Restore Roe and Reproductive Freedom

Republicans ignore the will of the people, play politics with our constitution

MTEA Announces MPS School Board Endorsements

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul File New Brief in Direct Challenge to Wisconsin’s 1800s-era Criminal Abortion Ban

Lawsuit challenges archaic abortion statute banning nearly all abortions in Wisconsin, including in cases of rape and incest

Gov. Evers, Democrats Call for Advisory Referendum on Wisconsin’s Criminal Abortion Ban on April 2023 Ballot

Ballot initiative would ask voters whether Wisconsin’s criminal abortion ban should be repealed to restore the rights afforded to Wisconsinites under Roe v. Wade

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.

Gov. Evers Appoints Julie Schnolis as Adams County Register of Deeds

Child Care Providers, Parents Call for More Funding

Advocate says system ‘will collapse’ without state aid when pandemic relief ends.

Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax

Could mean big increases for lower and middle income taxpayers.

Will New Overseers Change DNR Policies?

As Evers appointees replace Walker holdovers on Natural Resources Board, environmental groups hope for changes.

Latest GOP Tax Scheme Seeks to Rig System for Wealthiest Wisconsinites

AG Kaul, Gov Evers Announce Support of the Biden Administration’s Student Debt Cancellation Plan

Coalition Argues That the Biden Administration Acted Within Its Statutory Authority by Issuing Debt Relief to Borrowers Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

State Committee Votes To Allow LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy To Continue

Republican lawmakers vote to block rule that prohibits widely discredited practice.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Banning TikTok, Other Technologies from State-Issued Devices

Order directs technology division to prohibit use of certain technologies that could pose potential cybersecurity risks, threats to state

Gov. Evers, DVA Announce More Than $420,000 in Grants to 13 Organizations Helping Wisconsin Veterans and Families

Southwestern Wisconsin Farmer Appointed To DNR Board

Gov. Evers appoints Paul Buhr to replace Walker-appointee William Bruins.

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.

Llanas named CORE El Centro’s next Executive Director

State Supreme Court Candidates Discuss Abortion, Redistricting

Race between Dorow, Kelly, Mitchell and Protasiewicz could change court's majority.

Legislators Close to Agreeing on Medical Marijuana Bill

But Vos warns it will be strictly regulated, only for those having a true medical condition.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Hires Communications Director

Gov. Evers Appoints James Bond to Serve as DVA Secretary

Appointment marks first openly gay cabinet secretary in state history

Evers, Vos Seek Legacy-Defining Wins

Both are signaling they want to work together. Both want to make history, leave a legacy.

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.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #183 Declaring an Energy Emergency

I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended

State allowing public comment until Jan. 31. Opponents favor "Fix at Six" option.

Sheriff Denita Ball Sworn In

Ball is the first woman to become sheriff in Milwaukee County history.

Republican Lawmakers Oppose Record-Breaking Wisconsin Land Conversation

Sen. Felzkowski leads opposition to preserving 56,000 acres of forest near Rhinelander.

WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson elected AASHTO VP

Gov. Evers to Continue Statewide ‘Doing the Right Thing’ Listening Session Tour to Hear Directly from Wisconsinites

Rep. Stubbs Sworn into State Assembly

Rep. Shelia Stubbs begins her 3rd-term in the Wisconsin State Assembly

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Re-establishing Non-Statutory Committees

Order ensures governor’s, Evers Administration’s work on issues of statewide interest and importance continues

Evers’ Technical College Board Appointees Will Finally Serve

Three Walker board appointees will step down 20 months after their terms expired.

AFP-WI Responds to Evers’ Inaugural Address, Calls for More Solutions

Gov. Evers’ Inaugural Address Calls for Abortion Rights, Expanding Medicaid

Introduced by his granddaughter, Evers hails the 'chance to do the right thing.'

Gov. Evers Sworn in for Second Term as 46th Governor of Wisconsin, Delivers Second Inaugural Address

Lt. Gov. Rodriguez Sworn in as 46th Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin, Delivers Inaugural Address

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.

Did Democrats Let Mandela Barnes Lose?

State Democratic chair says big donors wrongly concluded Barnes was far behind and deserted him.

How to Have a More Transparent 2023

State and local governments can improve on open records. Attorney General should lead the way.

Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022

Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.

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.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Dodge County District Attorney

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.

Gov. Evers Announces DVA Secretary Mary Kolar to Retire

Gov. Evers Grants 171 Pardons, Bringing Total Pardons Granted to 774

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

Evers Appoints New State DNR Leader

Sheboygan County Administrator Adam Payne to replace outgoing Department of Natural Resources Secretary Preston Cole.

Senator Agard Applauds Appointment of Adam N. Payne to DNR Secretary

Gov. Evers, DCF Announce Federal Grant to Support Domestic Violence Survivors in Safely Accessing Child Support Resources

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.

Gov. Evers Launches Housing Program to Support Individuals Experiencing Homelessness and Opioid Use Disorders

New Recovery Voucher Program will use Opioid Settlement Funds for affordable, safe, stable housing

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Appoints Adam N. Payne to Serve as DNR Secretary

Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce $2 Million in WHEDA Foundation Grants for Emergency and Extremely Low-Income Housing

Awards to support more than 1,700 beds and housing units in 43 communities statewide

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.

Gov. Evers Announces $5 Million Investment into Rural Transit

Investment to serve seniors and individuals with disabilities

State’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s

Many states are flush with cash. Minnesota has $18 billion surplus.

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.

Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits

After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.

Gov. Evers Appoints Ryan D. Nilsestuen to the Dane County Circuit Court

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Declaring an Energy Emergency

Inside the State’s Conservative Bubble

The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.

Gov. Evers Announces $4.6 Billion Positive GAAP Balance in State’s General Fund for Fiscal Year 2021-22

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of USPS Mail Carrier Aundre Cross

Evers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana

As he did in his last budget. If Republicans disagree he would sign medical marijuana bill.

Gov. Evers Appoints Kelly Hays as Langlade County District Attorney

State’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices

Struggling with worker shortages, low wages, long waitlists as federal pandemic funds end.

Will New State Treasurer Make Changes?

Democrat Sarah Godlewski took expansive view of office. What will Republican John Leiber do?

State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building

But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.

Report Says Information Lacking on How State Spent Federal Pandemic Funds

Legislative Audit Bureau calls for transparency on decision making by Evers administration.

The Vast Gulf Between Evers, Legislators

A difference of at least $2.8 billion on how they want to spend historic surplus.

Anonymous Legislator Undermining State Stewardship Fund

More than a dozen times, initiatives to protect invaluable natural areas were killed.

Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council Holds Public Hearing

Written Comments Accepted Through Jan. 16, 2023

Gov. Evers Appoints Kat Turner as Waupaca County District Attorney

DNR Will Again Attempt To Draft PFAS Groundwater Standards

DNR board approved drinking and surface water standards in February, but failed to pass limits for groundwater.

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin’s $8.7 Billion Outdoor Recreation Industry Sees Record Year

Data show Wisconsin's outdoor recreation industry grew 14.1 percent in 2021

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves $253 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

Transportation Projects Commission marks four years of bipartisan work

Collaborative planning advances Wisconsin’s major highway projects

New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband

Federal infrastructure funding to states depends on FCC internet connectively maps.

Protasiewicz Says She’ll Bring Fairness to State Supreme Court

Milwaukee judge running for high court seat says current majority 'unfair to the citizens.'

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Federal Internet for All Grant Awards

State receiving more than $5 million for Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program and Digital Equity Act planning

Residential Treatment Center Opens Downtown

48-bed eating disorder facility in a 7-story building. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

Problems, Staffing Shortages Still Plague Lincoln Hills

Despite efforts to improve conditions at state youth prison, not all is well.

Vos Open To Changing Shared Revenue for Local Governments

Assembly Speaker admits inflation squeezing governments' ability to pay employees.

DHS Leader Karen Timberlake Leaving Gov. Evers Administration

Timberlake has led Department of Health Services since January 2021.

Gov. Evers Announces 2023 State of the State Address, 2023-25 Budget Message Dates

Gov. Evers Announces DHS Secretary-designee Timberlake Leaving Evers Administration

Gov. Evers to Launch Statewide ‘Doing the Right Thing’ Listening Session Tour to Hear Directly from Wisconsinites

How Democratic Are State’s Smaller Cities?

Across the state they are always more Democratic than the rest of the county.

Department of Safety and Professional Services Announces Appointments to New Sustainable Building Council

The Wisconsin Advisory Council on Building Sustainability will advise state code councils on opportunities to enhance community resilience, encourage innovation, and incentivize use of clean energy in residential and commercial construction.

First Democrat Enters Race To Replace Sen. Darling

Attorney Jodi Habush Sinykin declares for race that already has four Republicans.

DHS, OCI Urge Wisconsinites to Sign up for Health Care Coverage by December 15

Marketplace enrollment ensures coverage starts January 1