Tony Evers

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

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