Tony Evers

Let’s Stop the Blame Game

Problems with the unemployment system are a bipartisan failure. And need a bipartisan solution.

Extend Tommy As UW System President

Amid pandemic and budget crisis, stability and proven leadership needed. Regents should extend his contract

Work-Share Program Surges During Pandemic

Struggling businesses can keep employees on part time and lost wages recouped through state unemployment system.

Gov. Evers, WEDC, PSC Announce $100,000 Grant to Assist Drone-based Broadband to Serve Students in Eagle River

Supervisor Martin Calls on State Officials to Prioritize District 7 in Vaccination Effort

Gov. Evers Grants 13 Pardons, Brings Total Pardons Granted to 157

Evers Signs Bill on Unemployment System

Upgrading system and waiving waiting period for unemployment benefits.

After Prison, What Next?

How to handle the formerly incarcerated. Milwaukee town hall tackles the issue.

Gov. Evers Signs Two More Bipartisan Bills

DHS Announces Groups Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine on March 1

People 65+, teachers, and child care workers will be prioritized

WisGOP Statement on UI Bill

11 Bills Would Change State Voting Laws

One is bipartisan. The others are not.

Gov. Evers Announces New Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Crowley’s Speech Stresses Pandemic, Racial Equity

County executive's first State of the County address comes amid historic crisis.

County Has Just 22 Inmates in Youth Prisons

Great progress on reducing number of Milwaukee youths in Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake.

Kegel vs. Roth for Circuit Court Branch 3

Two attorneys running for vacant seat answer questions.

State Creates 4 Community Vaccine Clinics

In Racine, La Crosse and Marathon counties. Any eligible state resident can register to get vaccine.

314 Action Fund Announces New Poll Showing Strong Public Support for Wisconsin Statewide Mask Mandate and Re-Election of Gov. Tony Evers

Bipartisan Disapproval of Statehouse Republicans and Sen. Ron Johnson Also Leads New Polling Toplines

Republican Bill Makes Voting Harder

List of restrictions will make it less likely that disabled, nursing home residents and others vote.

Wisconsin’s Emergency Powers Laws in Urgent Need of Reform

New study examines Wisconsin’s emergency powers laws, provides recommendations for reform

Legislature Okays Unemployment System Upgrades

Bill also includes COVID-19 legal immunity for businesses.

Green Wave Sweeping the State

Economic prosperity and environmental progress can work hand-in-hand.

Bill Gives Pay Parity to Public Defenders

Legislature okays 10% merit raise so state public defenders get same pay as prosecutors.

Rep. Robyn Vining: Statement on Passage of Special Session Unemployment Assistance Legislation

Budget Item Funds Community Health Workers

Evers budget has $14 million for workers serving low-income urban and rural areas.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff to Honor the More Than 6,300 Wisconsinites and 500,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19

Evers Budget Addresses ‘Forever Chemicals’

Several initiatives to continue state’s efforts against PFAS contamination.

Evers’ Capital Budget Spends $2.4 Billion

More than $1 billion for UW System buildings and funds for Milwaukee state office building.

$15 Minimum Wage Would Help 831,000 State Workers

38% of Milwaukee workers would benefit from minimum wage hike, versus 22% nationally.

Mayor Tom Barrett released the following statement:

Supervisor Goodwin Calls on Legislature and Governor Evers to Enact Wisconsin Stimulus Package

State Should Invest in Creative Economy

Wisconsin ranks 50th in support for arts. That’s a missed opportunity for the state.

GOP Spends Big on Appeals Court Race

Led by Republican fat cats Richard Uihlein, John Menard. Cost of state appeals court races up 700%.

Milwaukee Public Museum Applauds Governor Evers’ Proposed Funding of New Museum in Capital Budget

The Debate Over Local Sales Taxes

Evers' budget allows local sales tax increases. Will Republican legislators agree?

Governor Evers Announces 2021-23 Capital Budget Recommendations

Evers Budget Restores Union Rights

Rolls back some of Act 10. Republicans likely to reject plan.

Medicaid Expansion Gives More Kids Coverage

Study shows Wisconsin’s children would benefit if state accepted federal ACA expansion money.

New Law Lets Pharmacy Students Give Vaccines

Evers signs legislation aimed at expanding state’s COVID-19 vaccine operation.

The Return Of Reince

Priebus may run for governor. Will Trump endorse him?

DNR Launches PFAS External Advisory Group

Governor Evers Supports AmeriCorps Alumni in Budget

Statement on Wisconsin Budget Proposal

Rep. Robyn Vining Applauds Inclusion of Main Street Recovery Package in Wisconsin Act 1

GOP Legislators Cast Doubt on Evers’ Plans

Resistance to school funds hike, local sales tax, upping minimum wage, legalizing pot.

Gov. Evers Signs Bill Expanding COVID-19 Vaccine Administration

Pharmacy technicians, students allowed to administer vaccines under certain conditions

BLOC Responds to Evers’ Budget Address

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Badger Bounceback Plan to Help Families and Businesses

State Vaccine Registry To Start March 1

Online tool will allow people to schedule shots, get on waiting list for COVID-19 vaccine.

Evers Pushes Juvenile Justice System Changes

Sweeping reforms would close youth prisons and end Serious Juvenile Offender Program.

Let Us Now Praise Rush Limbaugh

What was his impact on Wisconsin? Praise and condemnation and silliness offered.

Americans for Prosperity: Protecting Small Businesses Helps Wisconsin Recover Stronger

DSPS Budget Lowers Licensing Fees, Invests in Veterans, Fire Prevention, Clean Water, and Efforts to Curb Opioid Epidemic

Senator Agard Votes to Start Modernization of the Unemployment System

The State Senate met to take first steps to upgrade the unemployment system shortcomings after nearly a year of issues.

Gov. Evers Provides $480 Million in Tax Relief for Wisconsin Businesses and Families Affected by Pandemic

Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccine Registry Launching March 1

Pilot Locations Will Begin Testing Software February 22

Evers Budget Has Green Goals

Significant investment to combat climate change, protect public land.

Legislators Advance Unemployment Fix, COVID-19 Deal

But Republicans won’t pay for new computer system Evers says is needed.

Evers Is Fixing Our Roads and Bridges

In 2020 Transportation Department completed 375 projects in all corners of the state.

Gov. Evers’ Badger Bounceback Agenda Receives Bipartisan Praise, Support

Evers Wants $226 Million More for Higher Education

Budget has $190 million hike for UW System, $36 million more for Voc-Tech colleges.

Coalition Opposes I-94 Expansion Project

Statewide Coalition Urges Decision-Makers to Support Transit and Local Infrastructure, Not Highway Expansion Megaprojects

48 Justice-Related Proposals by Evers

Budget plan packed with proposed changes to state system of justice.

Letter From Speaker Vos Requesting Gov. Evers Lower State and U.S. Flags in Honor of Rush Limbaugh

Evers Wants Massive Education Investment

Biggest item in schools budget: $140 million increase in early childhood education.

Utilities Plan $400 Million Solar Project

WEC Energy Group and Madison utility to partner on solar and battery storage project in Kenosha County

It’s Kerr and Underly for State Superintendent

Field of seven candidates narrow to two, with Underly the anti-voucher school candidate.

Americans for Prosperity – Wisconsin Responds to Gov. Evers’ Budget Proposal, Urges Fiscal Restraint

Senator Bradley: Scrap Governor Evers’ Budget, Start From Scratch

Construction Business Group Supports Governor Evers’ State Budget Proposal

The Budget Encompasses Critical Projects Including Combating Worker Misclassification, The I-94 East-West Corridor Project and Expanding Broadband Internet In Rural Areas

Gov. Evers Unveils $91 Billion Budget

Budget would boost school funding, direct funds to small businesses, repeal part of Act 10 and legalize marijuana, but faces an uphill battle.

Evers’ public education budget a path to close gaps, open doors for students

Governor Evers Offers Bold Plan to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Wisconsinites

Hesselbein Applauds Governor’s Budget Address

Rep. Robyn Vining: Statement on 2021-2023 State Budget Address

Gov. Evers Delivers 2021-23 Biennial Budget Message

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Gov. Evers’ ‘21-’23 Biennial Budget

“A Bold Biennial Budget That Will… Move Our State Forward”

Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ Biennial Budget

“Budget Takes Bold Steps, Includes Numerous Reforms Requested by Rep. Bowen”

The road back – Governor’s Budget charts a fresh course to a renewed Badger State

Senator Agard Applauds Governor Evers’ People First Budget

WisGOP Statement on Gov. Tony Evers’ Budget Address

Assembly Passes Business Tax Waiver on Pandemic Aid

And Senate passes GOP COVID-19 bills that could be vetoed by Gov. Evers.

Legislators cave to biz lobby, use tax code to create $419 million in wasteful handouts

10 Republicans Accused of Voter Fraud 

Meet the folks who wanted to overturn Wisconsin’s election. Legal complaint says they committed crimes.

The power of informed choice: Passage of SB3 a leap forward for prescription drug reform

Why Businesses Support a Local Sales Tax

It’s the best way to assure good services and fiscal stability for Milwaukee.

Labor Leaders Voice Support For The I-94 East-West Corridor Project

I-94 Project Represents An Opportunity to Rebuild Milwaukee’s Infrastructure While Building Its Workforce

Vaccine Distribution Shows Racial Inequity

Data shows stark disparities. State spending $6.1 million to improve racial and ethnic vaccine equity.

Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Applauds Public Service Commission for Adding Diversity Inquires to Utility Annual Reporting

Madison, Wisconsin, February 15, 2021

RENEW Wisconsin Commends Budget Proposal to Invest in Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Workforce

Uline Faces Blowback on Capitol Riot

Northwestern reviewing contract with company, which gave $4 million to group pushing uprising.

Wisconsin Democrats Issue Statement Ahead of President Biden’s Milwaukee Visit

How The Republican Party Lost Control

Wisconsin was a hotbed for the far-right rebellion.

Evers Pushes New Programs, Spending

Republicans warned him not to include budget items they oppose. He will anyway.

COVID-19 Infects Half of State Inmates

Five times the overall state rate; 10,786 prison inmates, 2,153 staff infected.

Economist Urges $10 Minimum Wage

Professor says $15 too high, but state could take incremental steps.

Wisconsin Startup Coalition Applauds Governor Evers’ Proposed $100m Venture Capital ‘Fund of Funds’ Program

Program would positively impact the State’s innovation ecosystem

New State Office Building Project Takes Major Step Forward

Plus: A rundown of this week's real estate news.

State Superintendent Candidates Make Their Pitch

With eyes on Tuesday’s election, 7 views of the Wisconsin’s education future.

Should Waupun Prison Be Closed?

Two legislators say it may be time. Committee chair calls prison the "essence" of the city