Tony Evers

Statement by Chair of the Legislative Wisconsin Black Caucus Dora Drake on Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-election

Senator Pfaff Statement: Thank you, Governor Evers

Senator Mark Spreitzer Reacts After Governor Tony Evers Announces He Will Not Seek A Third Term

Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term

First open race for governor since 2010.

WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming reacts to Evers’ Announcement

Secretary Godlewski Thanks Governor Tony Evers for His Incredible Dedication to Wisconsin

ROYS- “Thank you for your lifetime of service”

MacIver Statement on Governor Evers’ Decision to Retire

Statement by Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein on Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-election

Senator Baldwin Statement on Governor Evers’ Retirement

Gov. Evers: A Love Letter from Me to Kathy and My Family—and to You, Wisconsin

WisDems Chair Responds to Gov. Tony Evers Announcing He Will Not Seek a Third Term

Senator LaTonya Johnson Responds to Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Run for Another Term

 Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Unveiling of New Lac du Flambeau Dual-Language Highway Signs

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Van Dyne Fire Department Safety Officer, Firefighter, and Emergency Medical Responder Amie Sue Lee

Gov. Evers Seeks Trump Administration Approval for HUBZone Designations to Support Small Businesses, Boost Rural Wisconsin Economies 

Governor petitions for federal designation to help local small businesses in eligible counties compete for federal contracts

The Imperial Legislature Loses Again

Three decisions by Wisconsin Supreme Court overrule Republican lame duck laws.

Republicans Move to Repeal Gov. Evers’ 400-Year School Funding Hike

If the bill passes the Legislature, it would face ironic hurdle: Evers' veto pen.

Fight for Control of Wisconsin Senate Has Begun

2026 election gives Democrats a chance to flip seats under new legislative maps.

Gov. Evers Launches $110 Million in Direct Child Care Provider Payments, Avoiding Gap in Critical Assistance

Governor delivers on promise to secure direct payments to child care providers through bipartisan, pro-kid budget investments

Does Justice Rebecca Bradley Face An Enthusiasm Gap?

Why Republicans might prefer her to step down from WI Supreme Court.

Older Adults Account for 20% of Wisconsin’s Suicides

Older men have highest rate. Experts discuss possible causes and solutions.

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Cuts to Staff, Programs Affecting Wisconsin’s Forestry Industry

USDA Forest Service reportedly plans to backtrack on millions in state investments to purportedly cover Trump Administration costs of recklessly firing thousands of dedicated federal workers

Cities With State Buildings Get Boost from Wisconsin Budget

Special funding since universities, prisons, state offices pay no local taxes.

WisDOT celebrates AirVenture, Aviation Week in Wisconsin

Aviation recognized across the state during world’s largest air show

Rep Robyn Vining Launches Campaign for 5th Senate District

Democrat challenging GOP Sen. Rob Hutton in Milwaukee-Waukesha district.

New Grants Could Help Train Wisconsin’s Low-Income Workers

Trump budget plan allows Pell Grants to pay for short-term workforce training.

Wisconsin Public School Funding Falls Further Behind National Average

New report finds big decline since 2002, state now 10% behind national average.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting 2025-27 Bipartisan Budget Investments in Clean Water Infrastructure Statewide

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin State Patrol Bureau Director David Pabst and Teresa “Teri” Pabst

New Fundraising Numbers Could Indicate Evers’ Reelection Decision

But while Republican challengers build their war chests, Evers could quickly refill his coffers.

Facilities Assisting Homeless Veterans Set to Close

Gov. Evers blames GOP lawmakers, who call his remarks 'simply disingenuous.'

Gov. Evers Appoints Gregory Seibold as Florence County District Attorney

Governor Evers approves ramp resurfacing and improvement project along I-43/94 in Milwaukee County

What’s Next in Legal Fight Over Abortion in Wisconsin?

More issues remain after WI Supreme Court struck down 19th century ban.

Environmental Groups, Community Advocates Push for PFAS Deal

Funding approved but stalled by clash between Gov. Evers and GOP legislators.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $174 Million in Quarterly Transportation Aids to Improve Local Roads 

Announcement comes as Gov. Evers secures increased investments in the state’s General Transportation Aids and additional investments in local roads in 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Gov. Evers Slams Legislature for Failing to Approve Investments in Veterans Causing Housing Location Closures

Two of three veteran housing locations to close after Legislature rejects governor’s funding request

A Tale of Two Cities

Radically different budget bills passed in Madison and Washington.

Hundreds Gather at Funeral for Milwaukee Police Officer

Officer Kendall Corder, 32, was 6-year veteran killed in the line of duty.

Governor Touts Wisconsin Budget as Bipartisan Compromise

Evers won't say whether he will run for reelection, but predicts he'd win.

Raises Haven’t Solved Wisconsin Prison Staffing Problems

'They put a Band-Aid on the problem," says former Waupun guard.

Gov. Evers Appoints Gordon Leech to the Washington County Circuit Court

Board of Regents Approves 5% UW System Tuition Hike

Regents also approve preliminary budget showing no UW campus with a deficit.

Lawsuit Introduces New Strategy To Overturn Wisconsin’s Congressional Maps

Lawsuit argues that Wisconsin's US House districts represent an 'anti-competitive gerrymander.'

District Attorney Kent Lovern’s Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Police Department Officer Kendall Corder

State Sen. Carpenter Bashes Bob Donovan

Did Donovan win funding for freeway sound barriers? Democrat begs to differ.

Businessman Bill Berrien Launches Republican Campaign for Governor

Ex-Navy SEAL promises a Trump-style 'shakeup' of Madison.

Gov. Evers Appoints Emily Nolan-Plutchak to the Wood County Circuit Court

Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations

'For years, a small group of Republican lawmakers overstepped their power.'

Navy SEAL and WI Manufacturer Bill Berrien Announces Bid for Governor

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Bipartisan Bill to Support Data Center Projects in Port Washington and Beaver Dam

UW System Plans 5% Tuition Hike

2025-26 resident tuition and fees for UWM would be $10,916.

WI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority

4-3 decision sides with Evers in dispute over conversion therapy ban.

Rep. Donovan’s Tinkering Cuts I-894 & I-41 Sound Barrier Funding in Half

Senator Tammy Baldwin endorses Judge Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Baldwin: “Judge Chris Taylor is exactly the kind of justice Wisconsin needs on our Supreme Court – fair, impartial, and committed to making sure the law protects the rights and freedoms of everyone”

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman proposes tuition increase for 2025-26 of 4 percent with an optional 1 percent additional

Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator

District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision in Evers v. Marklein Ending Republican Obstruction

Governor Evers approves noise barrier project along I-894 in Milwaukee County

Environmental Advocates Hail Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision in Evers v Marklein

WI Dept of Corrections Will Hold Hearing on 2014 Law’s Reforms

Act 196 created alternatives to revoking probation and parole, but had little impact.

Pocan Corrects the Record on Van Orden’s Billion-Dollar Claims

State Budget Cuts Stewardship Funds But Underwrites Timber Industry

$100 million for funding public lands cut, $1 million to help timber industry added.

New Legislative Districts Led to Bipartisan Budget

For first time in 14 years, Republican leaders needed Democratic votes.

Rep. Donovan Secures Sound Barrier Funding for I-894 & I-41

State Budget Provides Funding For Milwaukee Highway Patrol

New dollars could allow county to switch funding to courthouse project.

State budget bill includes tax credits for film and TV production

Council pushed for reinstating credits, state film office

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Evers, GOP Lawmakers Beat Congress, Trump To Punch On Hospital Funding

Wisconsin could see additional $1.2 billion in federal Medicaid matching funds because of state budget passage.

Governor Evers Fighting for Families and Standing Up to Republican Extremism Delivers Compromise State Budget

Rep Moore Omokunde- “I’m a NO on this budget”

Representative Shelia Stubbs Votes Against Proposed State Budget

Representative Piwowarczyk Votes to Approve Conservative Budget Focused on Tax Relief, Government Reform

Senator Mark Spreitzer Votes No on 2025-2027 State Budget

Senator Pfaff Votes “Yes” on Bipartisan State Budget

Bipartisan Budget Deal Gets Mixed Reviews From Wisconsin Legislators

A 'step in the right direction' or a 'little sad' and 'unacceptable'?

Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills Advancing Nuclear Energy Innovation in Wisconsin

Governor signs four additional bills filling gaps to ensure kids in crisis can get the close-to-home care they need, strengthening support for statewide child advocacy centers, and supporting workplace safety for local police and fire

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision Preserving Abortion Access in Wisconsin

Rep. Madison Opposes Budget That Leaves Our Schools and Communities Behind

State Budget Deal Would Give UWM $189 Million

Funds from state capital budget would redevelop former Columbia Hospital.

Rep. Ryan Clancy Rejects Republican State Budget that Destroys Schools, Defunds Wisconsin

Rep. Clancy Calls for No Vote, Veto

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issues statement on 2025-27 budget agreement

WCMA Cheers $150M in New Monies for Agricultural Roads Improvement Program

History Project launches three initiatives to amplify LGBTQ voice and visibility

Pride Month may be over, but the real work has just begun

How Republicans Screwed Themselves

Aggressively pushing for laws, policies meant to help them. But Democrats now benefiting.

Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate Catalent’s $45 Million Expansion, Adding to the State’s Booming Biohealth Sector

Catalent investment has created 200 new highly skilled biohealth jobs, further advancing Wisconsin’s status as a U.S. Regional Tech Hub

Sen. Keyeski’s Statement on Tentative Bipartisan Budget Deal

Governor Evers approves roadway improvements along National Avenue

Gov. Evers Approves Bill to Support Lead Service Line Replacement in Superior

Act 8 would allow private water utility in Superior to utilize federal funding for lead service line replacement

Evers and Republican Legislative Leaders Reach Budget Deal

With $1.2 billion in tax cuts, new spending on K-12 schools, UW system, child care.

Uber and Lyft Drivers Went on Strike at Mitchell Airport

Protest of poor pay ended by county sheriff after drivers block exit from parking lot.

A Better Wisconsin Together Releases Statement on 2025-27 State Budget Agreement

How Wisconsin’s Republican Budget Compares With Public Opinion

What are Marquette poll results on three key GOP proposals?

What the Upset in NYC Mayor’s Race Could Mean for Wisconsin

Could another Bernie Sanders-backed, young Democrat defeat Rep. Van Orden?

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Release of 2025 Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access Annual Report

More than 93,000 locations across the state have received new access to high-speed internet service in the last year, report urges continued state investments

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Police Department Officer Kendall Corder

Lawmakers Release Funds for Literacy But Delay Much of State Budget

Joint Finance Committee can't decide funding for UW system, Medicaid, child care.

Court’s Rejection of Redistricting Lawsuits Yields Many Questions

Court denied lawsuits without explanation, leaving court watchers and political analysts to wonder why, and what comes next.