Tony Evers

Wisconsin Awarded $142 Million to Address PFAS, Lead Pipes

Federal funding comes from bipartisan infrastructure bill.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Brandon R. Romo

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State Needs PFAS Rules Now, Advocates Say

People affected by harmful forever chemicals say regulator's proposed standards are 'overdue.'

Americans for Prosperity Calls on Gov. Evers to Protect WI Workers Against Misguided Vaccine & Testing Mandates

Gov. Evers Delivers on Promise to do What’s Best for Kids, Invests $110 Million in Wisconsin Kids and Schools

Funding directed by the governor to provide new, additional funding to every school district in Wisconsin

$200 Million From ARPA Sent to Local Governments in State

Funding program helps support public health, recover from pandemic, recoup lost revenue.

Senator Agard Testifies in Support of DNR’s PFAS Standards

DNR held a public hearing to hear feedback regarding PFAS standards in ground and surface water

State Supreme Court Rules For ‘Least Changes’ to Redistricting

A win for Republicans. Dissent charges court fails to prevent gerrymandering.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Adopts Criteria for Redistricting in WILL Lawsuit

Court will adopt maps without considering partisanship, will seek “least changes”

Senate Advances Bill Banning Critical Race Theory

Committee advances bill that financially penalizes schools who disobey law.

Gov. Evers Appoints Jack Salzwedel to the WEDC Board of Directors

Gov. Evers Appoints Lori Kornblum to the Court of Appeals District II

Getting Health Insurance Has Never Been Easier

Evers has made it easier to get ACA coverage. Enrollment period through January 15.

Most Will Get Lower Property Tax Bill

Average homeowner in state will see 3% reduction.

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $200 Million for Wisconsin Communities Through ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds

Funds ensure local communities can invest in unique needs toward ensuring economic recovery

Gov. Evers Appoints Robin Kadrmas as La Crosse County Register of Deeds

Gov. Evers, First Lady Share Thanksgiving Message

State Insurance Commissioner Retires

Evers appointee Mark Afable steps down.

Council Okays ‘Warp Speed’ Redistricting

City officials forced to work quickly, with one council member objecting to new plan.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Officer Daniel J. Daly

Gov. Evers Announces Insurance Commissioner Afable Leaving Administration

‘We Are All In This Together’

Waukesha unites in wake of tragedy at holiday parade.

Waukesha Shocked by Killings, Schools Close

Five killed, 48 injured. Suspect Darrell E. Brooks given 'inappropriately low bail’ for prior charge, DA says.

Committee Backs City Redistricting Plan

But what about a third Latino majority district?

5 Killed, 40 Injured By Driver Speeding Through Waukesha Parade

Community stunned by horrific Incident Sunday during Christmas Parade.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for the Victims of the Tragedy at the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade

Jobs Up, Joblessness Down Last Month

State sees modest improvement in October numbers with a continuing shortage of workers.

Legislature Blocks DNR On Water Pollution

Legislators use rule making authority to prevent water pollution protections.

Rittenhouse Found Not Guilty on All Counts

He faced five charges, including first degree homicide, for shootings during 2020 protests in Kenosha.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Rittenhouse Verdict

Sexual Assault Kit Bills Finally Sent to Governor

Bills aimed at preventing a future backlog took years to make it through state legislature.

Gov. Evers Appoints Ronald Skallerud as Forest County Sheriff

Governor Evers, WEDC Secretary Hughes Encourage Everyone to ‘Shop Small Wisconsin’ This Holiday Season

Taking part in Shop Small Wisconsin helps keep local businesses thriving

State Democrats Have a Rural Problem

But Evers and Baldwin did better than Biden or Clinton in rural Wisconsin.

Evers Vetoes Republican Legislative Maps

Veto sends redistricting process to court. But which court?

Gov. Evers Vetoes GOP’s “Gerrymandering 2.0” Maps

Governor vetoes maps that would maintain Republicans’ undemocratic majorities, increase partisan advantage

Bipartisan Bill Changes Pot Possession Penalties

Lighter penalties for much of the state but tougher for cities like Milwaukee, Madison.

Comparing GOP And People’s Maps

Under GOP redistricting, Republicans can win majority of Assembly with 44% of the vote.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Passing of Master Trooper Dan Stainbrook

New Book Bashes Foxconn Project

‘Foxconned’ offers broad critique of big government economic development projects.

Vos Attacks UW For Making Whites ‘Feel Guilty’

UW-Madison webinar for grad students aims to prevent ’sexual and relationship violence.’

Democrats Unveil 22 Bills On Climate Change

Sweeping package to make state more green. ’This is our moment to be bold.'

Gov. Evers Announces $6 Million in Grants for Youth, Domestic Abuse, and Homelessness Shelters

Targeted investments to help at-risk Wisconsinites made during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Kleefisch Files Suit Against Elections Commission

Asks state Supreme Court to bypass lower courts, order WEC to establish new election rules.

Voces De La Frontera Joins Federal & State Lawsuits To Ensure Voters of Color Get To Elect Representatives Of Their Choice

Rittenhouse Trial Goes To The Jury

Closing arguments completed, judge dismisses weapons charge.

WisDems Statement on Expanded Child Tax Credits

Why Evers Is In Trouble

A Glenn Youngkin-type Republican could beat him. But is there any GOP candidate like that in Wisconsin?

Bowen Will Run For Lieutenant Governor

Rep. David Bowen joins Lena Taylor, Sara Rodriguez in Democratic primary.

Juvenile Prison Costs Are Skyrocketing

Up 250% to $812,252 per juvenile last year at Copper Lake, up 41% at Lincoln Hills.

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce $20 Million in Workforce Advancement Initiative Grants to 11 Regions in Wisconsin

Grants will help reduce barriers to employment for more than 2,300 Wisconsinites to get back to work

Rittenhouse Could Face Lesser Homicide Charges

Judge might allow jury to consider second-degree homicide charges.

DNR Will Fund Projects Reducing Diesel Emissions

$320,000 in grants from EPA will be awarded by the state's environmental regulator.

Gov. Evers Authorizes Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Partners in Kenosha

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Lt. Col. John A. Palese Jr.

State Tax Burden In Freefall Since 1999

Wisconsin was once ranked fourth for highest income tax burden, now 23rd.

Gov. Evers Grants 29 Pardons, Brings Total Pardons Granted to 307

State Assembly Passes GOP Legislative Maps

Democrats join Republicans to vote down Evers' People's Maps Commission maps.

Expressing Disappointment in Rep. Ortiz-Velez for Carrying Water for Republican Speaker Robin Vos at the Expense of Our Constituents

Statement of Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa November 11, 2021

Sexual Assault Kit Reform Bills Move on to Governor’s Desk

Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 345 Designating a Purple Heart Memorial Highway

Bill Lets Families Switch Schools Based on Vaccine Mandates

Students would be able to transfer if they are for or against COVID-19 policies, including mask mandates.

DNR Announces $320,000 In Funding To Reduce Diesel Engine Emissions

Gov. Evers Announces “Hometown for the Holidays” for the 2021 State Capitol Holiday Tree

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin to Join the Bloomberg Opioids Overdose Prevention Initiative

Bloomberg Philanthropies expands initiative to five new states, commits additional $120 million to reduce overdose deaths in U.S.

DNR Offers Free Tree Seedlings To Wisconsin Fourth Graders Ahead Of Arbor Day 2022

Gov. Evers Awards $15 Million in Grants to Local Tourism Organizations

Fourth Anniversary of Walker-Kleefisch Signing Disastrous Foxconn Deal

State Could Get $800 Million For Water Systems

Federal infrastructure bill could help pay for replacing lead pipes, upgrading sewer systems and more.

Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Next Round of State Broadband Expansion Grants

Senate Approves Republican Redistricting

Party-line vote okays plan. Evers says he will veto ‘gerrymandered maps.’

Altoro Leaves WHEDA for Federal Position

Joaquín Altoro joining Biden administration for position with U.S. Department of Agriculture.

One Year Out From Election Day, WisDems Celebrate 1Year2Win Weekend of Action

What They’re Saying: One Year Out From Election Day, Democrats Brace for Red Wave

Governor Evers announces funding to improve Wisconsin Avenue bridge in Wauwatosa

Mayor says improvements will help deal with flooding, improve public safety and make Wauwatosa an even more pedestrian-friendly city

Rigged maps, culture wars, and the big lie – Today’s Senate session a low point for our democracy

Gov. Evers Announces WHEDA Executive Director and CEO Altoro Leaving Administration, Accepting Position in Biden Administration

Gov. Evers: Passage of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is “Win for Wisconsin”

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.

Why The GOP Push To Oust Wolfe

If elections commission administrator resigned and board deadlocks on who should replace her, Vos and Republicans get to choose new leader.

Rep. Sara Rodriguez Announces Run for Lieutenant Governor

Evers Vetoes Reading Assessments

But governor signs bill requiring financial transparency for schools,

WisDems Applaud Passage of President Biden’s Historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal

Teachers Union Tony Evers Flunks Again

Evers Vetoes Bipartisan Literacy Bill That Would Have Supported “At-Risk” Readers, Informed Parents

Governor Evers Signs Public School Spending Transparency Bill into Law

WILL supported new law to develop online dashboard for public school spending

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Eleven Bills

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Navy Hospital Apprentice 1st Class Keefe R. Connolly Who Lost His Life in the Attack on Pearl Harbor

State Senate Will Vote on GOP Legislative Maps

Republican drawn maps maintain their advantage created during 2011 redistricting.

WEC Energy Quitting Coal By 2035

The utility that owns WE Energies will transition to natural gas and renewables.

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin Monthly Tourism Spending Tops Record-Setting Year for First Time Since 2019

Wisconsin is first state in competitor-set to exceed pre-pandemic monthly tourist spending

Tony Evers and Josh Kaul Turn a Blind Eye to Election Integrity

Sas-Pérez Appointed to WHEDA Board

VIA CDC director Brianna Sas-Pérez joins powerful affordable housing board.

Records Shed Light On Board Shenanigans

Natural Resources Board chair resists further public records requests. What is he hiding?

Wisconsin to Offer COVID-19 Vaccinations to Children Ages 5-11

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine deemed safe and effective for this age group

Peoples Map Commission Unveils Proposal

Evers vows to veto Republican maps. ‘Folks won’t stand for gerrymandering.'

State High Court Hears Arguments on Private Attorneys

Circuit court ruled that GOP legislators can’t hire attorneys before any lawsuit is filed.

Kaul Proposes $115 Million Plan to Fight Crime

Legislative package includes statutory changes, violence prevention and community policing.

Gov. Evers, Legislature Presented Maps Prepared by Nonpartisan Redistricting Commission

State's nonpartisan redistricting commission completes fair maps with input from Wisconsinites, field experts

Gov. Evers Joins OCI and DHS to Encourage Wisconsinites to Sign Up for Health Coverage During Open Enrollment

County Courts Short of Staff

Not enough deputy court clerks, court reporters, interpreters and defense lawyers for indigent, chief judge says.