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The Incredible Decline of State Roads Funding
Nonpartisan report shows percent of state taxes going to transportation fell 48% since 1970.
Jan 15th, 2019 by George Mitchell
WILL Sues Evers Administration to Protect Wedding Barns
Asks judge to protect economic freedom, remove uncertainty
Jan 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Youth Justice Milwaukee: Unacceptable Conditions Show We Can’t Wait for 2021 to Close Lincoln Hills
"The conditions at Lincoln Hills remain unacceptable – and life-threatening -- to the young people who are locked up inside despite orders from a federal judge to improve."
Jan 14th, 2019 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
How Shutdown Is Hurting State
Impact on farmers, Native Americans, food processing companies and more.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
State Rep. David Bowen Applauds New Governor Evers Visit to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Highlights the contrast with leadership of the past
Jan 14th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
1.8 Million Hours of State Prison Overtime
Cost $51 million in 2018, system badly short staffed, Evers seeks reform.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Gretchen Schuldt
Gov. Evers Requests Creation of Committee on Entrepreneurship and Innovation at WEDC
"In order for Wisconsin’s economy to thrive, we must foster a culture that supports entrepreneurship and innovation."
Jan 14th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Slate of Candidates for Milwaukee Board of School Directors to Create Strong Pro-Public School Majority
Electing a school board to serve MPS students; strengthen and fund public education; fight back against ineffective charter programs
Jan 11th, 2019 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Vos Offers Bipartisan Terms to Evers
Republican letter to governor suggests possible compromise on income tax cut, school spending, health care.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Laurel White
Co-Chairs of the Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Host Committee Announced
Milwaukee is currently a finalist, along with Houston and Miami, for hosting the convention to be held July 13-16, 2020.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Committee
Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws
Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Assembly Republicans Missing an Opportunity to Make Bipartisan Progress By Tackling Student Loan Debt Crisis
Higher Ed, Lower Debt Act is a Common Sense Solution With Strong Approval Across Partisan Lines
Jan 10th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Wants Reversal on ACA Suit
Will ask Attorney General Kaul to change state’s stance, says this won’t violate lame duck law.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Laurel White
Governor Evers announces more than $118 million in payments to local governments
Quarterly payments for cities, towns and villages are sent the first Monday in January, April, July and October.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Why State’s Dairy Farms Face a Crisis
And why Gov. Evers should change the policies of his predecessor.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Demands Respect for State Employees
First executive order prohibits discrimination in state employment, second calls on agencies to respect all employees.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Bipartisan Group Calls For More School Funds
Blue Ribbon Commission on school funding included legislators from both parties.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Oh Happy Day, Evers Inaugurated
His kind, mild-mannered style is a balm for this state.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
Legislature Begins Era of Divided Government
Vos, Fitzgerald call for bipartisan approach, but Vos warns against “far left” ideas.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
Statement on Executive Order from Governor Evers Protecting LGBT Employees
"It’s a new day in Wisconsin."
Jan 8th, 2019 by Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers Signs Executive Order Protecting LGBTQ State Employees
Wisconsin is one of 28 states without explicit non-discrimination protections on the basis of gender identity.
Jan 7th, 2019 by Human Rights Campaign
Welcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker
Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.
Jan 7th, 2019 by James Rowen
Senate Dem Leader lays out priorities for 2019-20 session
"My Senate Democratic colleagues and I are committed to working with Gov. Tony Evers and focusing on the important issues at hand."
Jan 7th, 2019 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
One Wisconsin Now Statements on Inauguration of Gov. Tony Evers and Newly Elected Statewide Officers
New Focus on People of Wisconsin, Not Partisan Political Gain Makes it a Great Day for Wisconsin
Jan 7th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Calls for Bipartisan Solutions
Inaugural speech declares state “paralyzed by polarity” and leaders must put “people first.”
Jan 7th, 2019 by Steven Walters
County Officials Review Revenue Options
Abele and Lipscomb's Fair Deal group considers ways to relieve dire financial situation.
Jan 5th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
19 States Just Raised the Minimum Wage
But not Wisconsin where minimum is $7.25, versus $10 to $12 in many states.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Tamarine Cornelius
Evers Taps Barca, Former Obama Official
Rep. Barca will run revenue department, Andrea Palm will run Health Services.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Alderman Zielinski’s resolution supports Tony Evers’ plan to boost minimum wage
"For almost ten years our minimum wage has remained flat while costs of living have increased."
Jan 4th, 2019 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Evers Will Visit Lincoln Hills
Walker never visited troubled youth prison or any correctional facility during eight years in office.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Statement by IBEW Local 494 Business Manager on Cabinet Appointments to Secretaries of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services and Wisconsin Workforce Development
"Dawn brings a wide range of expertise on licenses and regulations issues and will be a very valuable asset for the Evers administration and for policymaking in Wisconsin."
Jan 3rd, 2019 by International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 494
Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Cabinet Members
"This talented group of leaders will help our administration address the issues Wisconsin residents asked us to focus on."
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Evers Wants Voucher Costs on Tax Bills
New governor’s budget will include showing cost of private school vouchers on property tax bills.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald Statement on Governor-Elect’s Plans to Hike Taxes
"... I’m deeply concerned over his plans to hike taxes on Wisconsin’s small business owners and farmers before he’s even sworn into office."
Jan 2nd, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Lame Duck Mischief Defamed the State
Walker opted to divide and conquer up until last day in office.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Spencer Black
Evers, Vos, Fitzgerald Must Compromise
There are many issues where they can forge agreements — and lead the state forward.
Jan 1st, 2019 by John Torinus
The Short Career of Caleb Frostman
Democratic state senator served just five months before his defeat— the shortest tenure for a legislator in state history.
Jan 1st, 2019 by Steven Walters
8 GOP Laws Evers Could Target
There’s much new governor opposes. But which issues will he take on?
Dec 31st, 2018 by Steven Walters
Could Milwaukee Freeway Project Be Revived?
Walker killed E-W freeway project, but Evers could revive it.
Dec 31st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Experts Praise New State Superintendent
Evers’s choice, Stanford Taylor, is state’s first black superintendent of public instruction.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Additions to Administration Team
"The team members we are announcing today will help our administration connect the dots on important issues facing our state."
Dec 28th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Barnes to Focus on Equity, Sustainability
Democrat Lt. Gov-elect says he wants to fix issues impacting the entire state of Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Lt. Gov.-Elect Barnes Confident Funding Will be Secured to Host DNC
City will know soon if it will host the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
Dec 27th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Treasurer-Elect Godlewski Identifies Additional Responsibilities For Office
Treasurer's office survived an April 2018 referendum aimed at elimination
Dec 26th, 2018 by Laurel White
GOP Senate Could Pass Medicaid Expansion?
Not “completely ruled out,” Fitzgerald says of Evers proposal to accept federal dollars for expansion.
Dec 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor-elect Evers Announces Additional Cabinet Appointments
"As Governor, my focus will always be the people of our state, and a key part of that is bringing together a cabinet that shares my goal of solving problems rather than picking political fights."
Dec 21st, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
New Transportation Secretary Faces Tough Choices
Evers choice, Craig Thompson, will be improvement on Walker era, but faces huge problems.
Dec 21st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Evers Embraces Expertise
Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?
Dec 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Sen. Carpenter Attends “The People’s Budget Listening Session”
Governor-Elect Evers and Lt. Governor-Elect Barnes Host Session
Dec 20th, 2018 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Hintz Touts Democratic Issues for Next Year
Assembly minority leader says expanding Medicaid and redistricting reform are top goals.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor-elect Evers Announces Key Cabinet Appointments
"I’ve said all along that my goal is to build a Wisconsin where people come together to invest in a brighter future for everyone..."
Dec 19th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Discovery World Names John Emmerich Interim President
Organization to launch search for President and CEO to replace Joel Brennan.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Discovery World
State Facing Endless Lawsuits?
Suits by governor, legislature, citizens coming on lame duck laws, gerrymandering.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Avoid Partisan Gridlock, Let Voters Decide
Referendums on key issues like state funding for K-12 and UW System could solve partisan divide.
Dec 17th, 2018 by John Torinus
Evers Has Many Advisers
And they are being asked to take on a huge agenda of possible reforms.
Dec 17th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Co-Chairs of the Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Host Committee Announced
Milwaukee is currently a finalist, along with Houston and Miami, for hosting the convention to be held July 13-16, 2020.
Dec 17th, 2018 by Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Committee
Carpenter: Require ‘Lame Duck” Bills to Supermajority Votes
“The tactics of these Republicans are an embarrassment to Wisconsin’s good government reputation and a black eye to our democracy.”
Dec 17th, 2018 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?
State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Helu Wang and Dee J. Hall
Lame Duck Bills Too Rushed, Secretive
Vos and Fitzgerald did not even attend the public hearing to answer questions about the legislation.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Erin Grunze
Walker Signs Lame Duck Bills
Doesn’t veto a single measure, chooses to “override the will of the people,” Evers says.
Dec 14th, 2018 by Laurel White
Why Republicans Hate Madison
For starters, way too many millennials.
Dec 14th, 2018 by James Rowen
The Rise and Fall of Scott Walker
He accomplished much, then was consumed by an insular hubris.
Dec 14th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Tony Evers Faces Tough Choices
With a structural deficit and transportation fund debt, delivering a “people’s budget” won’t be easy.
Dec 13th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Governor-elect Tony Evers Statement on Kimberly-Clark Announcement
"Unfortunately, Republicans played politics with this issue for months, leaving Kimberly-Clark workers and their families in the dark and uncertain about their futures."
Dec 13th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
What Do Democrats Stand For?
They can’t just be anti-Trump or anti-Walker, they need a clear theme. Like what?
Dec 13th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Appointees Gave Walker $16,000
One-fifth of 82 lame duck appointees by governor donated to his failed campaign.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Gerrymander is Alive and Well
Data from November election tells a tale of totalitarian tendencies.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Forms Panel On Prison Reform
Includes two former Supreme Court justices, three former prisons administrators.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Walker Defends Lame Duck Bills
Plans to sign several measures, still reviewing others.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Laurel White
Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power
They began plotting last spring to retain power even if a Democrat won for governor.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Agriculture, Energy, and Natural Resources Policy Advisory Council
"We’re going to bring science back to decision-making in Wisconsin."
Dec 10th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Lawmakers Change How WEDC Tracks Jobs
Less oversight of jobs for subsidies. And Foxconn liaison would no longer report to the governor.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Laurel White
Republican Power Grab Unprecedented
Legislators “don’t trust” newly elected governor, so they want to take away Evers’ power.
Dec 10th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
5 Reasons for Republican Power Play
One key reason: they see Tony Evers as weak.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council
"We have to start prioritizing people, not prisons."
Dec 10th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov.-elect Tony Evers, Lt. Gov.-elect Mandela Barnes announce ‘Building the People’s Budget’ Tour
The statewide tour will start on Tuesday, December 11 in Green Bay and end the following week in Milwaukee.
Dec 8th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
WMC Behind New Anti-Regulation Bill
State’s top business group pushed lame duck bill giving Republicans control of state rules.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Next Generation Workforce and Economic Development Policy Advisory Council
"Investing in an economy that creates good-paying, family-supporting jobs for the people of Wisconsin is a top priority for our administration."
Dec 7th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say
Speakers at UWM panel urge more information to combat ignorance about immigrants.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Episode 002
What's the deal with Komatsu? And Senator Chris Larson joins the show to talk about the lame duck legislative session.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
AFP Encourages Legislature to Work with Evers on Public Defender Reimbursement
"Americans for Prosperity encourages the legislature to work with Governor-elect Evers to address this mounting due process crisis in 2019."
Dec 6th, 2018 by AFP Wisconsin
What Will Scott Walker’s Legacy Be?
Remembered for his accomplishments? Or his “poor loser” legislation?
Dec 6th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lieutenant Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Inauguration Partner and Date
Inauguration demonstrates state coming together, Evers’ commitment to our kids’ future
Dec 5th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Lame Duck Laws All About Secrecy
Vos and Fitzgerald didn’t even attend the public hearing on their far-reaching legislation.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Dee J. Hall
The Republican War Against Democracy
Details in lame duck bills show disdain for democracy by Vos and Fitzgerald.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Rep. Gwen Moore Statement on Republican Power Grab
"This power grab is a direct threat to our state’s democracy."
Dec 5th, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Statement on Lame Duck Session
Rep. Goyke Thanks Constituents for Advocacy and Opposes Lack of Republican Transparency
Dec 5th, 2018 by Evan Goyke
Legislature Works Overnight To Curb Evers Power
Limits on early voting, constraints on Evers campaign promise on health care.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Governor-elect Tony Evers Statement on Extraordinary Session
"Power-hungry politicians rushed through sweeping changes to our laws to expand their own power and override the will of the people of Wisconsin who asked for change on November 6th."
Dec 5th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Republican’s Holiday Gift to Wisconsin: An Assault on Democracy
"Astonishingly, the Republicans primary concern is to protect their own power."
Dec 5th, 2018 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Senator Taylor Believes GOP Are Taking Career Ending Votes
"I urge the people of Wisconsin to continue to push back on this outrageous disregard of voter’s wishes."
Dec 4th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor-elect Tony Evers Calls on Governor Scott Walker to Withdraw Last-Minute Appointments
"These appointments should be fully vetted in the next legislative biennium."
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Bill Curbing Evers’ Power Moves to Legislature
All 12 Republicans on Joint Finance back plan to reduce governor’s power, restrict early voting.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Evers Meets with Mayor, Common Council
Speech at City Hall indicates governor and city might finally be on the same page.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Extraordinary Session Policy Items Flying Under the Radar
A lot of good but a few red flags
Dec 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
State Investigators Leave Teachers in Limbo
DPI investigations may present due process problems, appeals court judge writes.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
