Tony Evers

Uihleins Spent $38 Million On 2022 Races

Donations to Republicans include Senate candidate accused of sexual assault and 5 Big Lie proponents in House.

Tammy Baldwin’s Big Moment

Wisconsin’s Democratic U.S. Senator leads the way toward bipartisan deal on marriage equality.

Should Wisconsin Establish Right to Clean Water?

5 counties will have referendums on this question in November election.

8 Republicans, 2 Democrats Running for Lt. Governor

Crowded Republican primary includes two state senators. Democrats include non-profit leader and a state representative.

Gov. Evers Appoints Rebecca Maki-Wallander as Adams County District Attorney

Gov. Evers Appoints Ellen Anderson as Rusk County District Attorney

Milwaukee County Board Veers Out of Its Lane in Politically Motivated Referendums

Wisconsin Tech Month Gains Strength Through Additional Partnerships in 2022

52% of Evers’ Donations from State Residents

His Republican opponents have much higher percent of Wisconsin campaign donors.

Kleefisch Running On Walker-Era Record

Walker, Vos, WMC all backing former Lt. Governor. Will it be enough to beat Michels?

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce $2.5 Million in Telehealth Grants for Behavioral Health Providers

Neighborhood access stations to help remove barriers to care

Trump To Campaign for Michels In Waukesha

Announcement comes as Sen. Ted Cruz says he will back Kleefisch.

EPA Agrees With Bad River Tribe on Enbridge Oil Pipeline

Letter to DNR cites nearly 200 issues with pipeline across northern Wisconsin.

Plan for Kenosha Casino Sparks Debate

Menominee Tribe would own and operate facility in partnership with Hard Rock International.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former State Sen. Jeffrey T. Plale

Evers Rips Republicans On Schools

Governor condemns funding cuts, 'censoring' teachers and using 'kids as political pawns.'

Why Evers’ Office of Environmental Justice Matters

Ahead of other states responding to climate change, impact on communities and businesses.

Mayor Johnson Looks Back On His First 100 Days In Office

Public safety, financial issues, economic development and contracting COVID-19 for the second time.

State Trying to Dispose of PFAS Firefighting Foam

DNR looking for a contractor to take 25,000 gallons of foam off states hands.

Can Abortion Pills Be Mailed Legally in Wisconsin?

It's legal to receive them in the mail, but a physician could be charged for mailing them.

State Files Suit Against PFAS Manufacturers

Evers, AG Kaul say suit seeks to force companies to pay for clean water, and environmental clean up.

Governor Evers, DHS Announce Launch of WisCaregiver Careers Program Expansion

Expanded program will train more certified nursing aides to support Wisconsin’s nursing homes

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

Why Steil Supported Same Sex Marriage

Rep. Bryan Steil is only Republican in state to support House bill, as his party swings ever further right.

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul File Lawsuit Against Tyco Fire Products, Chemguard, 3M, DuPont, and Others for PFAS Contamination and Damage to Wisconsin’s Water and Natural Resources

Lawsuit seeks to hold polluters responsible for costs to clean up PFAS contamination

Steven Spielberg Is Backing Tony Evers

And he's not the only notable from out of state who gave the maximum donation to our governor.

Michels Spends Nearly $8 Million on Campaign for Governor

Wealthy Republican businessman outspending competitors, blanketing state with ads.

Evers Helps Finance 10 Affordable Housing Proposals

Funding will benefit 22 projects in 11 counties, including 10 projects in Milwaukee.

Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce $32.4 Million in Grant Awards for Multifamily Housing Tax Credit Developments

Announcement builds on previously announced $20 million investment to support affordable multifamily housing projects

Work Underway on East Side Affordable Apartments

New building located at the northern end of Water Street

Governor Evers announces $22.5 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for transportation projects in areas with populations above 50,000

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin is Ready to Transition to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free and confidential behavioral healthcare and support available 24/7

Crute Building Statewide ‘Truth’ Radio

Owner of liberal outlet in Madison envisions network of 12 stations in 7 markets with factual news shows.

State Abortion Law Leaves Doctors Fearful of Reproductive Care

How to handle miscarriages, other medical issues unclear under 1849 law.

State Report Cites Progress on Broadband Expansion

Millions spent, but still many in Wisconsin still lack adequate internet service.

Digital Records At Issue In Suit Against Natural Resources Board Member

Fred Prehn, who refused to step down from board, will provide cell phone records under court order.

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Newly Established Naturopathic Medicine Examining Board

High Court Leaves Kohler-Andrae At Risk

State Supreme Court decision leaves just one obstacle to land swap for Kohler golf course.

Gov. Evers Announces More Than 5,200 Businesses Have Received Main Street Bounceback Grants

Announces city of Stoughton will also receive $76,100 to support redevelopment of historic downtown building

Evers $10 Million Fundraising Signals Expensive Campaign

Twice as much as Walker raised at this point in governor’s race. Money flowing into Wisconsin.

DHS Provides Updates During National Infant Formula Shortage

Parents have more options to feed their babies

Gov. Evers Announces Release of 2022 Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access Annual Report

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Judge John P. Roemer

Trump, Thompson Endorsements Boost Michels in GOP Primary For Governor

After nearly a year of campaigning Kleefisch’s lead has evaporated.

State’s Coastal Communities Get Over $1.4M in Grants

Grants are intended to build sustainable coastal communities.

State Supreme Court Affirms Local Public Health Powers

Court rules that local public health officials can unilaterally issue, enforce health orders.

What’s That Big, New Tower at The Port?

Largest port investment in 60 years is beginning to materialize. See it from the Hoan Bridge.

Gov. Evers Appoints Kristopher Ellis as Lincoln County District Attorney

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Supreme Court’s Decision Restricting Access to the Ballot Box

Gov. Evers Appoints Zachary Leigh as Iowa County District Attorney

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $1.4 Million in Grants for Wisconsin’s Coastal Communities

Grants through the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program will support sustainability, resiliency, and economic growth in communities along the Great Lakes

City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Expanding With $4.2 Million State Grant

FlexRide, a last-mile transportation service also working with childcare centers to make transportation easier for working parents.

WIS 167 (Holy Hill Road) project begins on Monday

Kevin Nicholson Drops Out of Race for Governor

Nicholson couldn't make headway in Republican primary race.

How Governor’s Power Was Weakened

Recent high court decision latest of several rulings reducing governor's power.

State Utilities Falling Short on Carbon Reduction

Behind on 2030 goals. We Energies coal plants will remain in longer than projected.

Service Employees Union Spends Big

Since 2010, SEIU has spent more than $2.3 million on Democratic candidates in state.

State Supreme Court Ruling Reinforces Gerrymandering

Letting Prehn stay on DNR board overrides the will of all voters in the state.

Gov. Evers Appoints Cass Cousins as Portage County District Attorney

Evers Announces $30 Million for Workforce Projects

Additional funding for training, transportation, etc. includes $14.2 million for metro area.

VISIT Milwaukee Has New Plan To Drive Tourism

Strategy includes Milwaukee-focused TV show, traveling visitor center and more.

Gov. Evers Announces $23.3 Million to Support Early Childhood Education, Reduce Barriers to Workers Entering the Workforce

State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay

Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.

Anti-Abortion Groups Want To Tighten 1849 Ban

Seek to end 19th century law’s exception to protect life of a mother.

AG Kaul Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision in Kaul v. Prehn

June 29, 2022

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision in Prehn

Kaul, Evers Sue to Challenge 1849 Abortion Ban

Suit says 1849 law superseded by later laws, names GOP legislative leaders as defendants.

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul Announce Direct Legal Challenge to Wisconsin’ s 1800s-era Criminal Abortion Ban

In wake of U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, lawsuit challenges archaic abortion statute banning nearly all abortions in Wisconsin, including in cases of rape and incest

Small Business Owners Grill Democratic Senate Candidates

Forums in Madison, Milwaukee show some differences among US Senate hopefuls.

Out-Of-State Abortion Providers Will Help Wisconsin Patients

Clinics in Illinois, Minnesota get ready for huge influx of patients from other states.

Republican Candidates Attack Tim Michels

Michels doesn’t attend GOP gubernatorial debate. Kleefisch, Nicholson, Ramthun all blast him.

Gov. Evers, DFI Announce Collaboration with Financial Fitness Group to Provide New Financial Wellness Program for Wisconsin Residents and Employees

ELEVATE Wisconsin aims to raise awareness of the importance of financial well-being and provide industry-leading financial education

Inside Komatsu Mining’s Massive New Harbor District Campus

P&H parent company swaps a ribbon cutting for a tree planting in opening new factory.

Clinician Says Abortion Ruling Hurts Patients in Poverty

A Milwaukee clinician said her patients are "already at a disadvantage."

Gas-Tax Holiday Isn’t Likely in Wisconsin

Biden proposes federal gas tax holiday. But a pause on state's gas tax is unlikely.

Wisconsin SeniorCare Program to Cover Vaccines Provided at Pharmacies

New benefit will increase senior access to vaccines

Evers Offers Clemency For Doctors Prosecuted for Providing Abortions

Governor made commitment during keynote speech of the state Democratic Party Convention.

Questions Linger Over Post-Roe Landscape in Wisconsin

Is the state's abortion ban from 1849 enforceable? Is abortion the first right, thought protected, to be repealed?

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Democratic Senate Candidates Support Ending Filibuster

Leading candidates also discuss support for healthcare expansion.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding U.S. Supreme Court Decision in Dobbs

Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade

High court ends constitutional right to abortion.

Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Zell to the Portage County Circuit Court

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves $71 Million Projects Across Wisconsin

Projects include funding for the design of a new Wisconsin Historical Society Museum, new UW Madison Engineering Building, expansion of critical health care resources, and building improvements to improve safety, reduce energy usage and carbon emissions

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $6.6 Million to Support Apprenticeship, Job and Skills Training Projects Across Southwestern, Central Wisconsin

Projects across 12 Wisconsin counties include investments to support youth apprenticeships, job training in advanced manufacturing, and scholarships for students pursuing careers in education

State GOP Lawmakers Reject Special Session on Abortion

GOP-controlled Senate adjourned in 15 seconds a special session to repeal 1849 law banning abortion.

Latino Chamber of Commerce Appoints North Shore Bank Leader and Latino Community Advocate Alfredo Martin as Chairman of the Board

Poll Shows Ron Johnson Trails Three Democrats, Evers Leads GOP Challengers

MU poll also shows Michels/Kleefisch in virtual tie in GOP primary for governor.

Gov. Evers Announces $19.5 Million to Support Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges in 22 Counties through Workforce Innovation Grant Program

Announcement builds on governor’s initial nearly $60 million Workforce Innovation Grant investment, projects announced prioritize forestry, manufacturing workforce development, and workforce housing

Ald. Zamarripa introduces resolution supporting women’s reproductive freedom

Gov. Evers Signs Order Prohibiting Gas and Diesel Price Gouging, Urges Federal Government to Act Amid Nationwide Inflation

How Wisconsin’s Parole System Works

Critiques of an ‘ancient’ system shake up the parole commission and the governor’s race.

Which Democrat Can Beat Ron Johnson?

That may be the most important question for Democratic voters. And the answer?

Record Number of Legislators Retiring

At least 31 incumbents, one quarter of state Legislature retiring, highest since 1942.

Gov. Evers Allocates Nearly $800,000 for Community Safety Initiatives in the City of Racine

Announcement builds on governor’s investments in violence prevention and community safety

Democrats Offer Climate Change, Green Jobs Package

Two Milwaukee legislators will travel state this summer to learn how people affected by climate crisis.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Raising Flag at State Capitol in Celebration of Juneteenth

MPS Literacy Coach Films Reading Series Across Wisconsin

Dannette Justus films readings of children's books at interesting locations and Wisconsin landmarks.

Gov. Evers Visits Garden Homes Neighborhood

Governor takes walking tour of north side neighborhood, discusses violence prevention.

Could Sleepy State Office Nix Wisconsin’s Pick for President?

GOP candidate for Secretary of State says job gives veto power over presidential election.