Tony Evers

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

The Battle Over ‘Astounding’ State Surplus

Now up to an 'unprecedented' $6.8 billion. But can Evers and Legislature agree on any plans to spend it?

Gov. Evers Kickstarts New $2 Million Veteran Rental Assistance Program

Program will help address veteran housing insecurity and homelessness

State’s Assembly Maps More Skewed Than Ever

Wisconsin, the fourth most pro-Republican gerrymandered state, has gotten worse.

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

Diverse businesses and leaders honored at 2022 MARKETPLACE

Governor’s Awards recognize excellence in business

State’s Rent Prices Down, Evictions Up

Rents normalizing, declining in October as evictions return to pre-pandemic levels.

Gov. Tony Evers Announces Administration Job Portal, Encourages Interested Individuals to Apply

Evers Administration seeking talented, committed individuals interested in serving Wisconsin

How Should State Spend $6.6 Billion Surplus

Evers and Legislature could have fun -- and improve the state.

Brandtjen, Leading Election Denier, Will Run for Open Senate Seat

Rep. Janel Brandtjen, kicked out of the Assembly GOP, wants to succeed Alberta Darling.

State Grants Help 7,200 Businesses

Evers used federal pandemic aid to give $72 million in $10,000 grants to small businesses, with more to come.

The War Over Democracy Isn’t Over

Both nationally and in Wisconsin there will be more attempts to undermine elections.

Republican Rep. Knodl Announces Run To Replace Retiring Sen. Darling

Republicans would lose super majority if Democrats take seat.

Gov. Evers Orders Special Election in the 8th Senate District

State Regulators Allow Leased Solar Panels In Significant Ruling

But ruling, say regulators, is a one-off and doesn't help City of Milwaukee and others' issues.

Gov. Evers Appoints Lindsey Formanek as Vernon County Register of Deeds

Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council Hosting Public Hearing Dec. 15

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Adams County Register of Deeds

Republicans Push ‘Universal School Choice’

Vos, others back a key platform plank of Tim Michels' losing bid for governor.

Gov. Evers Appoints Frederick Strampe to the Waukesha County Circuit Court

New Programs Help Pay for Energy Efficiency

And energy assistance. How to get funding from state and federal programs.

Referendums Fund Emergency Services

23 local referendums in November requested funding for police, fire, parks and more.

November 28 is Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin

Motorists can show appreciation and give snowplow drivers space to safely do their job

Sen. Alberta Darling Is Retiring

Veteran Republican will resign Dec. 1. Special election will decide if GOP keeps supermajority.

Trump, Evers and Urban ‘Cesspools’

Trump's hatred of cities might help explain how metro area residents voted in November.

Will Republicans Legalize Marijuana?

Gov. Evers and two-thirds of voters support it. How long will legislators resist?

State Surplus Projected to Hit $6.5 Billion!

Wisconsin's fiscal condition the 'strongest in state history,' says DOA report.

Republican Proposal Cuts Taxes On The Wealthy

Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu's plan moves toward flat tax system.

Gov. Evers, First Lady Share Thanksgiving Video Message

‘Shop Small Wisconsin’ this holiday season

Governor Evers, WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses and thriving downtowns to show that shopping small matters

Kaul Warns Suit Challenging State Abortion Ban Will Take Time

Attorney General aims to overturn 1849 ban, but notes legal process 'not fast.'

UW System Quietly Adds More Charter Schools It Oversees

Now up to 13 K-12 schools, including one that's part of a for-profit chain.

State Democratic Chair Hail’s Party’s ‘Triumph’

But election results -- and party's future -- more clouded than that.

State Opioid Deaths Set New Record

1,427 opioid-related deaths in 2021, up 16% over 2020 record and 70% more than in 2018.

Sen. LaTonya Johnson Reappointed to Joint Finance Committee

Rigged Election Lie Dies Quietly

How can there be a stolen election if both parties score wins and losses in same electoral process?

DNR Secretary Preston Cole Retiring

Cole rose through ranks of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works before taking state job.

Senator Agard Recognizes DNR Secretary Preston D. Cole’s Contributions to Our State

Gov. Evers Announces DNR Secretary Cole Retirement

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

Gov. Evers Joins Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, WisDOT to Unveil Dual-Language Highway Signs

Politics and Population Density

It's remarkable: The further voters live from the center of Milwaukee the more Republican their views.

Did Fred Prehn Flout Open Records Law?

Judge hears arguments whether Natural Resources Board member who refused to resign withheld records.

Gov. Evers Appoints Jessica Hedinger as Washburn County Register of Deeds

As Heating Costs Rise Counties Face Calls for Energy Assistance

'We're getting calls like crazy,' says Milwaukee County official.

Senate Democrats Elect New Leadership

Sen. Melissa Agard will lead 11 Democrats, just one third of the Senate.

Referendums Show Local Government Funding Challenges

While state aid remains stagnant, localities across Wisconsin seek property tax hikes.

What Will Happen to Evers’ Appointees?

After four years, a long list of his appointees to head departments, serve on state boards still haven't been approved by GOP Senate.

Democrats Retain Capitol ‘Firewalls’

Barnes sets record, the most telling campaign quote and Northwest Wisconsin turns red.

Legislative Democrats Review Losses, Strategy

Party lost 4 more seats, hopes for compromise on some issues with Republicans.

5 Lessons From Mid-Term Election

Milwaukee's under-performance is a problem. And lack of national Democratic funding doomed Pfaff.

Don’t Disband Elections Commission Says Its Administrator

Commission is bipartisan by design and must hold public meetings. Michels had suggested eliminating Walker-created commission.

Gov. Evers Announces Theme for the 2022 State Capitol Holiday Tree, Invites Students and Families to Create Ornaments Celebrating “Wisconsin Waters”

Robin Vos Reelected Assembly Speaker

"I can't stick with one person and ride the ship down," said Vos about Trump potentially running for president in 2024.

Gov. Evers Honors Wisconsin’s Veterans on Veterans Day