Tony Evers

AG Kaul, Gov Evers Announce Outside Counsel for Potential PFAS Claims

August 25, 2021

Gov. Evers Appoints Daniel Krieser as Green Lake County Coroner

Vaccine policy helps create a safe work environment for city employees

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 24, 2021

Kleefisch Calls Democrats ‘Pure Evil’

Former Lt. Governor and Republican candidate for governor appealing to far right?

New grant programs can help Milwaukee build long-term economic sustainability

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 24, 2021

Competing Redistricting Lawsuits in Federal, State Courts

Liberal groups file in federal court, conservative group asks state Supreme Court to act.

WisGOP Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Kenosha Violence

Gov. Evers Announces $250 Million for New Grant Programs to Help Wisconsin Communities Rebound and Build Long-Term Economic Recovery

Neighborhood Investment Fund and Healthcare Infrastructure Capital Investment grant programs will provide funding for transformational projects

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin Vaccinators Have Administered 6 Million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine

Over 50 percent of Wisconsinites have completed their vaccine series

Get Vaccinated, Get $100 From State

Gov. Evers announces incentive payment. And FDA issues full authorization for Pfizer's vaccine.

One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting Kenosha Seeks Answers

Still dealing with fallout from police shooting, protests, killing of protestors.

Gov. Evers Launches $100 COVID-19 Vaccine Reward Program to Encourage Wisconsinites to Get Vaccinated

Wisconsinites will receive $100 by getting vaccinated now through September 6

Republicans Resist State Help for Afghan Refugees

Testin raises concerns over resettling refugees at Fort McCoy, Tiffany opposes plan.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting

Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement one year after police shot Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

WisGOP Elects Paul Farrow as Chairman

GOP Legislators Want to Hire More Private Attorneys

Fighting to retain Walker appointee as Natural Resources Board chair after his term expired.

Kaul, Crowley Call For Medicaid Expansion

Public officials and advocates partner to support proposals to lower healthcare costs.

Gov. Evers, WEDC Highlight Trade Data Report Showing Wisconsin’s Continued Economic Rebound

Exports continue to bounce back strong in first six months of 2021, state sees a more than 18 percent growth compared to 2020

Gov. Evers Appoints Tim Sheehy as Chair of the Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District Board

AG Kaul Announces Conclusion of Review of Sexual Assault Cases Previously Investigated by the Wisconsin National Guard

August 19, 2021

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting $50 Million in New Funding for Wisconsin Farmers

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Rail Project to Help Spur $10 Million Investment, 40 New Jobs in Walworth County

Police Were Defunded Before George Floyd

253 municipalities in state cut police funding in 2019 for budget reasons, report finds.

Natural Resources Board Chair Supports Republicans

Fred Prehn, Walker appointee who refuses to step down, gave $35.000 to GOP candidates.

Kaul Lawsuit Seeks to Force Walker Appointee Off DNR Board

Fred Prehn’s six-year term expired May 1. AG argues governor can remove him.

Gov. Evers Announces Additional $50 Million to Support Wisconsin Farmers, Agriculture Industry

New direct aid initiative comes after governor distributed $50 million through Farm Support Program last year

Gov. Evers Appoints Clay Porter as Richland County Sheriff

AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit to Remove Frederick Prehn from Wisconsin Natural Resources Board

August 17, 2021

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Afghanistan and Refugee Reception at Fort McCoy

Evers Signs Bill Getting Tough On Crimes Against Elderly

Longer sentences for elder abuse, other crimes against those 60 or older.

Walker, Rick Scott Campaign Against Biden

Republican event in Hales Corners warns of inflation, setting tone for 2022 election.

State To Get $79 Million for Electric Charging Stations

Federal infrastructure bill will move state 'much more rapidly' to electric vehicles, DOT secretary says.

Ojibwe Tribes Blast State on Wolf Hunt

Natural Resources Board decision to increase quota ignores science, federal treaty rights, tribes charge.

Supervisors Create Independent Redistricting Committee

An historic first. But six retired judges must act fast to create new legislative maps.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 608 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered at Wisconsin State Fair

On-site vaccination clinic brings COVID-19 vaccines and free cream puffs to many during Wisconsin State Fair

Gov. Evers Provides Update on More than $4.5 Billion in Pandemic Relief and Recovery Investments

Pandemic-relief investments target infrastructure, tourism, workforce, other key areas to ensure economic recovery

GOP Bill Gives Payments to Workers Quitting Over Vaccination Requirements

Anyone who quits a job over vaccine requirements to receive unemployment benefits under Republican backed legislation.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 50 Percent of Wisconsinites Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Gov. Evers, DHS urge those eligible who have not gotten the vaccine to do so as soon as possible

State Dems File First 2021 Redistricting Lawsuit

Suit argues a federal court should draw new legislative map

It’s Time to Reclaim Wisconsin’s Legacy of Water Protection

PFAS, nitrates and lead stand in the way of our right to clean water.

Evers Considering Vaccine Mandate for State Employees

The governor expressed support for private sector mask, vaccine mandates.

Statement on Redistricting Lawsuit Filed in Wisconsin Today

Gov. Evers Announces Vaccine Clinics, Encourages State Workers and Families to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

Vaccination is key to protecting employees and their families from Delta variant

Redistricting Begins With Arrival of Census Data

The partisan battle over the next decade's state legislative districts has begun.

State Legislature Debates Anti-Racism, Anti-Sexism Education Bills

Critical Race Theory discussed during debate. One bill requires instruction materials be made public.

Republican Lawmakers Defunding Milwaukee Police

Republican controlled Legislature refuses proposals that would provide Milwaukee with additional annual revenue.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Underscoring Critical Need to Protect Voting Rights in Wisconsin

Head of WIGOP Election Review Attends MyPillow Conspiracy Convention To Get Some Pointer

Natural Resources Board Doubles Recommended Wolf Kill Quota

DNR recommended 130 wolves for fall hunt, board approved 300.

Gov. Evers Awards $50 Million in Beyond the Classroom Grants

Includes $500,000 awarded for technical assistance to out-of-school nonprofits

New Polling Shows Declining Approval of Ron Johnson

Marquette University Law School poll also shows Evers approval holding steady.

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $92 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory

The electric vehicle company wants to sell cars directly, as opposed to Wisconsin's franchise dealer system.

Sen. Agard Unveils Marijuana Legalization Bill

Outside a dispensary in Illinois, the state lawmaker called for legalization.

Rep. Ron Kind Won’t Run For Another Term

The La Crosse Democrat was first elected in 1996.

Evers Vetoes GOP Election Bills

Legislation would have changed election laws, including those related to absentee ballots.

Climate Change Is Already Unfolding in Wisconsin

The past decade was warmest, wettest on record. UN Report warns of irreversible climate change.

Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Passes Senate Despite Ron Johnson Ignoring Best Interests of Wisconsinites

Gov. Evers Vetoes Republican Efforts to Curtail Voting

Governor vetoes GOP bills that reflect national effort to damage democracy

Thompson Resists GOP Oversight of UW-System COVID-19 Plans

Republican lawmakers passed legislation seizing final authority over UW-System COVID-19 plans.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 194 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered at Wisconsin State Fair

On-site vaccination clinic brings COVID-19 vaccines and free cream puffs to many during Wisconsin State Fair’s opening days

Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes Stand With ‘Defunding the Police’

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $70 Million in Grants Distributed to Wisconsin’s Lodging Industry

State Emergency Management Administrator Enters U.S. Senate Race

Darrell Williams joins the race for the seat held by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Six Bills

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Urging Wisconsinites to Get Vaccinated

Milwaukee Missed Golden Opportunity with Bucks Championship

A 1% sales tax would have generated new revenue for parks and public transit.

State Democratic Lawmakers Propose Campaign Finance Reforms

Lawmakers say they face "uphill battle" to pass bills in republican controlled Legislature.

Masking Now Required For State Employees, Regardless of Vaccination

All employees in state buildings must wear a mask. Order does not apply to schools or universities.

Strengthening Wisconsin’s Maritime Economy a Focus at Statewide Meeting

Representatives of Wisconsin Ports to Address Transportation Connectivity, Freshwater Tourism, and Infrastructure Reinvestment

Deer District Linked To Nearly 500 COVID-19 Cases

But correlation is not causation. Many Bucks fans went to other places on those nights.

Struggling for Tax Fairness

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Wisconsin Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Albert H. Wilkening

Businesses Must Lead In Mandating Shots

Anti-vaxxers are spreading COVID-19 disease and deaths and could cause a recession.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Free Cream Puffs for Individuals Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine at Wisconsin State Fair

Governor, DHS, Wisconsin State Fair collaborate to host on-site COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Wisconsin State Fair

Black Nite Remembrance Day illuminates the birthplace of local LGBTQ pride

August 5 events to celebrate historic 1961 uprising

Public School Advocates Discuss State Budget Losses

Evers says ending gerrymandering may be only way to get more education funding.

Evers Gives $10 Million More In Tourism Grants

A total of $150 million has now been granted for tourism from ARPA funds.

Larson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Eight candidates remain in race, including Godlewski, Lasry and Nelson.

Gov. Evers Announces $10 Million to Support Wisconsin’s Tourism Industry through Local Tourism Investment Projects

French Island Residents Face PFAS Pollution

Island includes La Crosse airport, where fire fighting foam was used, possibly contaminating well water.

Can Health Officials Act Against Delta Variant?

Court decisions, public resistance limit what state and local officials can do.

Political Storm Brewing Over Redistricting

A life-or-death issue for politicians, and a call for IT geeks.

Wisconsin Submits Plans to Support Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Prevention activities, treatment programs, and recovery supports are part of Wisconsin’s proposals for American Rescue Plan Act funds

42 Wisconsin State Patrol cadets become officers at graduation ceremony

Lawmaker Wants Legislature in Charge of UW-System COVID-19 Policies

State Sen. Steve Nass proposes blocking UW-System from requiring masking or COVID-19 testing without legislative approval.

Democrats Raise 5 Times More Than GOP

State Democratic Party raised $4.4 million in first half of 2021, versus $835,000 for Republican party.

State Lawmakers Want Records of Misconduct Hidden

Assembly members are fighting to keep personal misconduct records confidential.

Big Money Is Taking Over the Courts

Wealthy, right-wing interests are assaulting the integrity of the judiciary.

DNR Takes On Water Quality Issues Despite Opposition From GOP, Industry

The state regulator is launching a water quality awareness campaign.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #128 Declaring a State of Emergency Due to Severe Weather

Ron Johnson Once Again Votes Against Debating Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, Delivering Another Blow To Wisconsin Workers and Small Businesses

Legislative Session Much Ado About Nothing

School spending issue gaveled in and out. Failed veto override generates many speeches.

DNR Kicks Off Water Quality Month With Safe Water For All Campaign; Announces Panel Series

Agency Working With DHS And Other Partners To Make Sure Our Water Is Safe Now And For Future Generations

Gov. Evers Statement on Special Session to Do What’s Best for Kids

Republicans reject more than $400 million for K-12, more than $100 million for higher education

Rep. Robyn Vining Commends Governor Evers’ Call for Special Session on Education

Will Kaul Remove Natural Resources Board Chair?

Environmental groups push him to act. AG says law will guide his decision.

Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 101 Designating the Bart Starr Memorial Bridge in Green Bay

What They’re Saying: Wisconsin Businesses Beg for Help as Assembly Considers Veto Override

Scott Walker’s Right, Get Vaccinated Now

As variants cause new rise in COVID-19, more Republicans urging people to get the vaccine.