Tony Evers

In Case You Missed It: Evers Has No Written Authorization of Call Recording

State’s Health Care Workers Demand Hazard Pay

As COVID-19 cases rise again, Democratic bill provides increased pay, paid medical leave.

Committee passes resolution supporting Gov. Evers’ policing accountability and transparency reforms

Everybody Wants Action From Gov. Evers

Madison protesters want protection. Republican legislators want tougher policing.

UW Tests Tommy’s Legacy As a ‘Builder”

Former governor has huge legacy of bipartisan success, but leading UW won’t be easy.

State Was a Leader in Handling AIDS

Wisconsin less partisan and leaders had broad authority under law state Supreme Court recently overruled.

Evers Must Expand Access to Photo ID

28 voting rights groups urge him to enforce executive order he issued.

A COVID-19 Case Spike May Merit Bar Limits, Sen. Johnson Says

But schools should open this fall.

Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Statement on Predecessor Guilty Plea

Ramón working to move Milwaukee County forward, addresses issues from previous administration

DNR Will Draft Regulations on Firefighting Foam Containing PFAS

The agency got the go-ahead from the state's Natural Resources Board.

Bradley: “The Madness and Violence Needs to End”

Wisconsin National Guard Quick to Support Local Law Enforcement in Dane County

Tommy Could Have Big Impact on UW

Will likely serve two years as UW System President. And could re-shape entire system.

Can Palzewicz Win Race for Congress?

Democrat running in Republican leaning district long held by Jim Sensenbrenner.

2020 Invader Crusader Award Winners Announced

Individuals And Groups Honored For Work To Control Invasive Species

61% of State Residents Support Protests

And Biden now leads Trump by 8% in state, latest Marquette poll finds.

County Spending $10 Million to Prevent Evictions

Evictions up 44% since May. Both Milwaukee and Dane counties using federal funds to fight this.

What Happened at Madison’s Protests

State Sen. Tim Carpenter assaulted, two Capitol statues toppled, windows broken, Evers condemns violence.

Sen. Fitzgerald Reacts to Overnight Lawlessness in Madison

Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements

Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón

Gov. Evers Statement on Madison Protests Last Night

Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Drops To Two-Week Low, But Trend Still Increasing

Testing volume is declining in Wisconsin.

Gov. Evers Applauds SEOC’s Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

SEOC marks 100 days of activation, accomplishments essential to statewide efforts

New Tool Tracks COVID-19 Changes By County

State DHS dashboard tracks active spread in last two weeks to guide decision makers.

State Trails Midwest in Spending on Universities

Report: Wisconsin’s public university funding below five neighboring states, down 42% since 2006.

Governor Evers, Commissioner Afable Announce New Online Resource to Help Wisconsinites Get Health Insurance

Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Suzanne O’Neill as Marathon County Circuit Court Judge

The Banality of State Sen. Luther Olsen

Retiring Republican moderate has rolled over repeatedly for the most extreme GOP ideas and politicians.

County’s Sales Tax Revenue Plummets

A 16% one-year drop, as urban counties saw biggest declines due to pandemic.

Bradley: “Evers Fails Another Leadership Test”

Pandemic Adds Barriers for College Voters

Wisconsin one of the hardest places to vote for college students living away from home.

Barnes Calls on Wisconsin to Tackle Climate Change

The Lt. Gov. says, "we cannot afford to let the gravity of the crisis paralyze us."

Evers Introduces Police Reform Legislation

Bills banning police use of chokeholds, no-knock warrants part of legislative package.

Juneteenth Flag Flies Over City Hall Complex

City flies flag for the first time as county and state follow suit.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Evers’ Justice Reform Proposals

“Passing These Bills Would Be an Important First Step towards Real Reform”

Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes Announce Policing Accountability and Transparency Reforms in Wisconsin

Evers, Barnes call for bipartisanship in first step toward dismantling racism in a state consistently ranked among the worst in racial disparities

Juneteenth Flags Will Fly at Capitol, City Office Building For First Time

Move is part of growing recognition for holiday.

Supreme Court Salvages DACA Protections

A narrow majority overturns Trump administration's revocation of DACA.

$16.7 million Dividends for Wisconsin Plan equals impact

Funds set for rural workforce housing pilot, economic development initiatives

Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth This Year

Despite the pandemic, there are a number of virtual events and protests this Juneteenth.

Will State Face a Second COVID-19 Wave?

All evidence suggests state is doing well. But there may be danger from other states.

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $80 Million in COVID-19 Financial Assistance to K-12 Schools and Higher Education Institutions

Utilities On Track to Cut Emissions 40%

That’s by 2026. And many aim for 80% cut by 2050, according to state Public Service Commission report.

Online Sales Taxes Won’t Help State Budget

They’ve risen during pandemic, but under state law must be used to lower income taxes.

Gov. Evers Announces Juneteenth Flag to Fly Over the State Capitol Building in Celebration of Juneteenth

Evers Rejects UW System Rules on Sex Assault

System changes, in line with new federal regulations on sex harassment and assault, could have 'chilling' effect on victims, Evers says.

Gov. Evers Announces June Pardon Advisory Board Meeting

Did High Court Order Hike State’s COVID Cases?

They’re definitely up since state Supreme Court ruling, and a faster rate than the nation.

Gov. Evers Rejects Scope Statement Implementing Trump Administration Title IX Changes

Fitzgerald Releases Legal Memo on Recording Consent, Calls on Evers to Answer Important Questions

Trump Suit Against TV Station Questioned

Lawyer for Rhinelander TV station that ran anti-Trump ad calls for suit’s dismissal: it’s the “highest form of protected speech.”

Time to Face Systemic Racism, Biden Says

Presidential candidate’s address to state’s Democrats says “soul of America” is at stake.

Evers Meets With Lawmakers on Police Reform

Governor says the state is at a "watershed moment" for the issue of police reform, racism.

Vos Blames Immigrants for Pandemic

High rate of COVID-19 in Racine caused by “immigrant culture”, Assembly Speaker says.

Gov. Evers Announces $40 Million in Financial Assistance to Hospitals to Help With COVID-19 Losses

Evers’ Office Secretly Recorded Meeting with GOP Leaders

The call was a debate between leaders over the 'Safer-At-Home' order after it was struck down.

Gov. Evers Appoints State Representative Chris Taylor to Dane County Circuit Court

Wisconsin Leads 22-State Coalition on PFAS

They support federal standards to prevent ‘forever chemicals” from polluting drinking water.

Fitzgerald Responds to Evers’ Secret Nixonesque Recording

Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee

The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.

Gov. Evers, Local Leaders Announce Conclusion of Wisconsin National Guard Mission

Jensen Tries to Pre-Rig Redistricting

To maintain gerrymandering, neutralize governor, wants to give state Supreme Court the whip hand.

State Has Third Least Restrictive Pandemic Rules

Only South and North Dakota are less restrictive, study finds.

Nicole Safar to Lead Progressive Communications and Research Hub A Better Wisconsin Together as Executive Director

Local Governments Face Huge Revenue Losses

Continuing COVID-19 losses could force employee furloughs, major service cuts.

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity

Panel will hold listening sessions, make recommendations on rural resilience

Gov. Evers Appoints Kori Ashley as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Gov. Evers Appoints Jacob Frost as Dane County Circuit Court Judge

UWM’s Financial Plight Is “Catastrophic”

Governor, Legislature not helping. Big hitters in Milwaukee need to rally around university.

State, City Elected Officials Call for Police Reform

Activists, Alders, lawmakers and the governor are calling for policy changes.

Evers Calls For Action to Dismantle ‘Systemic Racism’

Governor says, "We must use this dark moment to begin to be an example for the rest of the nation."

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 100,000 specimens collected for COVID-19 testing

Gov. Evers Announces Rainbow Pride Flag to Fly Over State Capitol Honoring Pride Month

 In 2019, the Rainbow Pride flag flew over the Wisconsin State Capitol for the first time in state history

UW System Wants To Borrow for Pandemic Costs

President Ray Cross asks legislature to convene a special session.

AG Kaul, Gov. Evers Defend Title IX

Democrat Appointed Chair of State Elections Commission

Ann Jacobs will lead commission as it wrestles with election policy during a pandemic.

Lt. Gov. Barnes Delivers Democratic Radio Address on the Killing of George Floyd

WILL Wants WI Supreme Court to Take Redistricting Cases First

Conservative group wants state supreme court to handle redistricting disputes.

We Don’t Need the National Guard

We need our elected leaders to dismantle racist practices.

Could Floyd’s Killing Lead to State Reform?

Evers calls for long-delayed bill on deadly use of force by police to be taken up by Legislature.

Evers Joins Phone Call With Trump

President urges governors "to get tougher” with protestors. Evers says nothing.

Protest Leader Frank Nitty Released

District Attorney Chisholm says leader released, wasn't charged, but facts still being gathered.

Peaceful March Leader Frank Nitty Arrested

Sheriff's deputies arrested influential leader. Mayor Barrett reportedly opposed detainment.

Gov. Evers Appoints Mario White as Dane County Circuit Court Judge

Gov. Evers: We Must Confront Society’s Comfort with Racism

Community Leaders List Changes Protestors Want

Demands push for more racial equity, major changes in state, local and police policies.

Evers Appoints Three New UW Regents

Effective immediately, will help shift direction of UW System policies.

Wisconsin National Guard troops assisting civil authorities in multiple Wisconsin communities

Statement on new appointments to the Board of Regents

Gov. Evers Announces Three Appointments to the UW Board of Regents

State Faces Huge Highway Fund Shortfall

Tough choices as gas tax revenue plummets, shortfall could be “hundreds of millions”.

Child Care Providers Struggle to Stay Safe

Low pay, high turnover, and now a pandemic that threatens to put them out of business.

Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Randy Romanski as DATCP Secretary

Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Law Enforcement in Madison

Sheriff Lucas Issues Statement Regarding National Guard Authorization

Wisconsin National Guard troops mobilized in support of Milwaukee

ACLU of Wisconsin Statement on Governor Evers’ Decision to Deploy National Guard to Milwaukee

213 Waupun Inmates Have COVID-19

18% of 1,181 inmates tested positive, along with 15 staff members at prison.

Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Law Enforcement in Milwaukee

COVID-19 Testing, Cases Surge 22 Percent

Record testing, cases. Hospitalizations also at 30-day high.