Tony Evers

Gov. Evers’ Statement on the Passing of Regent Delgado

Pandemic Worsens State’s Broadband Gap

Rural areas and urban poor left out. Evers calls 2021 the "Year of Broadband Access."

How Jim Clyburn Saved America

His choice of Joe Biden was decisive and may have been the only Democrat who could beat Trump.

Barnes Takes the Lead on Climate Change

Lt. Governor headed state’s task force on climate policy and spoke to recent national conference.

State’s Partisan Divide the Worst Ever?

‘The worst it's ever been,’ says one legislator. Are voters echoing politicians or vice versa?

State Superintendent Candidates Raise $200,000

Which candidates have raised the most and who are the top donors?

Timberlake Has Chops to Ramp Up Vaccines

Evers appointee to head state health department a seasoned pro. GOP legislators should confirm her.

Evers Seeks Private Firm’s Aid on Pollution

Outside law firm would help state prosecute companies responsible for PFAS contamination.

Gov. Evers Statement on Passing of Hank Aaron

Gov. Evers Announces State to Take Legal Action Against PFAS Contaminators

State will seek outside legal counsel to investigate and prepare for litigation against corporate actors responsible

GOP Legislators Want to Repeal Mask Mandate

A joint resolution would terminate Evers' public health orders.

Ald. Bauman introduces resolution directing the City to lobby against I-94 reconstruction

Wage Theft ‘Rampant’ in State

10% of construction workers bilked of $23,500 per year on average. Will Legislature address problem?

GOP Rejects Special Session on Unemployment

Republicans gavel in and then quickly adjourn session.

Vaccines for Senior Citizens Start Soon

As of January 25, people 65 and older can get vaccinated. State committee still finalizing other recommendations.

Gov. Evers Announces New Public Health Emergency, Issues New Face Coverings Order as State Continues Vaccine Distribution

Rep. Hintz: Statement on Republicans’ Refusal to Take Action on Modernizing Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance System

LeMahieu Struggles in Vos’s Shadow

New Senate majority leader a surprise choice who's trying to resist the dictates of Robin Vos.

State Losing Top Health Official To Biden Administration

Andrea Palm named deputy secretary of Department of Health and Human Services.

State Bar, Law Foundation support Vel Phillips statue on Capitol Square

Gov. Tony Evers Releases Statement on DHS Secretary-designee Palm Nomination, Announces DHS Interim Secretary Karen Timberlake

Representative Deb Andraca Holds Swearing-In Ceremony

State Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet Gives Oath of Office in Mequon Park

Authorities Monitoring State Capitol

Protests expected by some, but Madison acting police chief says no credible threats so far.

Cases Down, Deaths Higher in Nursing Homes

AARP report finds 2.7 deaths per 100 Wisconsin residents in most recent month measured.

Gov. Evers, Gov. Whitmer, and Gov. Walz: Trump Administration Must Purchase More Vaccines, Allow States to Purchase Directly

Washington Post Reports Trump Administration Vowed to Release Vaccine; Reserve That Was Already Exhausted

Gov. Evers Announces Nadiyah Groves as Milwaukee Director

Wisconsin Creating Mobile Vaccination Teams

Effort to be initially targeted at first responders.

Gov. Evers Announces DHS Assisted Living Facilities Will Begin Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program to Receive COVID-19 Vaccines

Gov. Evers Announces Launch of Mobile Vaccination Teams

Mobile vaccination clinics will expand vaccine access to all corners of Wisconsin

Will State Supreme Court Draw New Legislative Boundaries?

Chief Justice is leery of the court expanding its role in redistricting. Conservatives want it to be the final arbiter of new district maps.

GOP Legislators Criticize State’s Vaccine Rollout

Republicans want faster, wider rollout. Evers says state needs more vaccine.

GOP State Legislators Asked Pence to Not Certify Election

15 legislators signed the letter. Four of them serve on Assembly elections committee.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Calling for Bipartisan Compromise COVID-19 Bill

Disability Community Demands Better Voting Access

Current system and election laws make accessibility difficult to guarantee.

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Nearly $9 Million Awarded for Drug Treatment Services

Funding to support treatment for the problem use of opioids and stimulants

Supervisor Martin Calls for Vaccination of MCTS Bus Drivers

UW System President Tommy Thompson cites ties between UW, agriculture

DATCP Releases COVID-19 Report

State Unemployment System ‘Very Broken’

Citizens decry delays. DWD officials say outdated computer system causes massive problems.

Rep. Stubbs Statement on 2021 State of the State

Rep. Robyn Vining Responds to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Wisconsin National Guard Troops Mobilizing to Nation’s Capital to Support Inauguration Security Efforts

Gov. Evers and DHS Announce $86 Million in Funding for Local and Tribal Health Departments

Gov. Evers and DHS Announce $86 Million in Funding for Local and Tribal Health Departments

Evers Offers Folksy State-of-State Speech

Addressing pandemic, broadband access, redistricting and “broken” unemployment system.

Evers, Senate Agree on Pandemic Bill

Bipartisan bill goes back to Assembly, where leader says GOP will resist compromise.

Supervisor Czarnezki Calls for Vaccination of Poll Workers and Election Officials

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Gov. Evers’ 2021 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Calling a Special Session on Unemployment Insurance Modernization

Representative Hesselbein Reacts to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Speaker Vos Delivers Republican Response to State of State Address

Representative LaKeshia Myers Issues Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address

Rep. Rodriguez: Applauds Governor Evers’ 2021 State of the State Address

Democrats are ready to ‘Get to Work’ for the people of Wisconsin

Rep. Hintz: Statement on Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Senator Erpenbach’s Response to the State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Delivers 2021 State of the State Address

In his State of the State Address, Governor Evers Talks about how Fair Maps Will Lead to a Fair Shake for Wisconsinites

Governor Evers highlights the need for redistricting reform as a focal point for 2021

Rep. Lisa Subeck Joins Governor’s Call to ‘Get to Work’ for the People

Democrats are ready to put people first on Wisconsin’s road to recovery

State Prepares for Next Phase of Vaccines

Priority list for phase 1b has been established. But will the federal government deliver enough doses?

Sen. Larson statement on adopted COVID-19 legislation

Gov. Evers Statement on COVID Legislation Advanced by Senate

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Calls for Further Governmental Collaboration in COVID-19 Relief

Republicans Dare Evers to Veto Bill

Their COVID-19 bill includes immunity from liability for businesses violating pandemic restrictions.

Firefighters, Police Next Up For Vaccines

State plan calls for phase 1b to start next week, may also include teachers, correctional workers.

State Superintendent Candidates Debate

Seven candidates include teachers, principals, superintendents and policy experts.

Gov. Evers, DCF Announce Wisconsin Awarded $30 Million Federal Grant for Early Care and Education

National Guard Activated for Security at State Capitol

FBI warning of armed groups planning protests at state capitols.

Brewery Super PAC Targets Johnson, Tiffany

Minocqua Brewing Company seeks donations to ‘free the Northwoods of sedition.’

Wisconsin National Guard Troops Mobilized to Support Capitol Police in Madison

Secretary Barca is working with the legislature to achieve bi-partisan support for Wisconsin Tax Law Changes to Benefit Low-Income Families and Small Businesses

Senate Unveils Pared-Down COVID-19 Bill

Different than Assembly bill, aimed at getting Gov. Evers’ support.

State Tourism Secretary Leaves, Joins Local Foundation

Milwaukeean Sara Meaney joins the Dohmen Company Foundation.

Wisconsin’s 4th Branch of Government

COVID-19 may have more influence on governing than the executive, legislative and judicial branches.

Gov. Evers and Department of Health Services Call on Federal Government to Distribute More COVID-19 Vaccine

The Science on COVID-19 and Schools

When are in-person classes safe and when can they help disease surge? That depends.

Special Interests Want COVID Lawsuit Immunity

Republican bill protects businesses from lawsuits even if they violate public health guidelines.

Evers Joins 7 Governors Asking for More Vaccine

Governors say the federal government is holding back 50% of produced vaccine.

Gov. Evers: We’re All In Grants Provide Nearly $240 Million Total to Wisconsin Small Businesses

Program targeting sectors hit hardest by COVID-19 largest direct-aid program for small businesses in WEDC history

Assembly Passes ‘Poison Pill’ COVID-19 Relief Bill

GOP bill curtails efforts to slow spread of virus. And doesn't have support of Senate leadership.

Assembly Republican COVID Bill Puts Corporations Ahead of Communities

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin National Guard Surpasses One Million COVID-19 Tests Administered

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Events in Washington D.C.

State’s COVID-19 Surge Has Passed

But will it return? The data tells a story of what we might expect.

Barnes Rips Kenosha DA On Blake Shooting

A non-prosecuting DA "as negligent as the officers,” Lt. Governor charges.

Assembly Committee Passes GOP COVID-19 Bill

Vos calls measure ‘bipartisan’ though all Democrats oppose it.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Decision in Jacob Blake Case

Rep. Robyn Vining Statement on Assembly Bill 1

Kenosha DA Won’t Charge Cops in Blake Shooting

Jacob Blake's family, supporters have called for peaceful protests.

Legislators Argue Over Masks, Capitol Access

And much more. Senate allows virtual attendance but Vos requires in-person Assembly.

Republican Legislators Unveil COVID-19 Plan

Speedy passage expected. Evers spokesman chides legislators for not working on bipartisan bill.

Federal Judge Tears Apart Election Lawsuit

The Wisconsin Voters Alliance was attempting to overturn the 2020 election results with the lawsuit.

Rep. Robyn Vining Sworn in as 14th Assembly District Representative for her Second Term & Announces Committee Assignments

Spending on Medicaid, Prisons Skyrockets

Up much faster than inflation in last 20 years, crowding out other spending.

New Legislature Must Put COVID Relief First

Wisconsin National Guard Mobilized to Assist Civil Authorities and Preserve Public Safety in Kenosha

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson

Rep. Robyn Vining & Democratic Colleagues Hit the Ground Running on Day One of New Legislative Session with COVID-19 Response Bill

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $500,000 Grant Award to Brown County for Port of Green Bay Expansion

WEDC funds will assist purchase of decommissioned Pulliam Plant property, coal pile relocation

The Push to Reopen Schools

Virtual schools working poorly, but in-person schools are risky. Legislators, others pushing to reopen.

430,000 Wisconsinites Lack Broadband Access

State is 36th in rural access to high-speed internet, with gaps in Waukesha, Racine counties, report finds.

Lessons We Learned In 2020

WEDC awarded $220 million to 50,000 state businesses, learning what communities need to grow economy.