"The state of our state is strong:" Gov. Walker delivers remarks to the state, the nation & the world
MADISON (WITI) -- With remarks directed to the state, the nation and the world, Governor Scott Walker, in his fifth "State of the State" address signaled his goal may be to move from Wisconsin to Washington.Governor Walker on Tuesday evening, January 13th spoke to a joint session of the state Legislature, the state Supreme Court and Wisconsin's other elected officials -- but his remarks were intended to resonate far beyond Madison, Wisconsin."I am proud to report the state of our state is strong," Governor Walker said.In his address, Governor Walker trumpeted what he called the "Wisconsin comeback" -- providing a sort of "progress report" on his policies."If you remember nothing else, remember this: more people are working while fewer are unemployed.
MADISON (WITI) -- With remarks directed to the state, the nation and the world, Governor Scott Walker, in his fifth "State of the State" address signaled his goal may be to move from Wisconsin to Washington.Governor Walker on Tuesday evening, January 13th spoke to a joint session of the state Legislature, the state Supreme Court and Wisconsin's other elected officials -- but his remarks were intended to resonate far beyond Madison, Wisconsin."I am proud to report the state of our state is strong," Governor Walker said.In his address, Governor Walker trumpeted what he called the "Wisconsin comeback" -- providing a sort of "progress report" on his policies."If you remember nothing else, remember this: more people are working while fewer are unemployed.
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MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
Gov. Scott Walker to unveil "big ideas" to reshape government
MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
Will he run? Governor Walker makes moves that signal a potential bid for the White House
MADISON (WITI) -- There was a joke after the November mid-term elections with someone asking "When does the 2016 presidential campaign start?" The answer: "Five minutes ago!" That's where we are now.
MADISON (WITI) -- There was a joke after the November mid-term elections with someone asking "When does the 2016 presidential campaign start?" The answer: "Five minutes ago!" That's where we are now.
Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs rejects amendment to Wisconsin's compact with Potawatomi
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A jackpot decision, or a $100 million gamble?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A jackpot decision, or a $100 million gamble?
Gov. Walker declares energy emergency because of propane problem
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
They're friends, but Gov. Walker backs the Pack, Gov. Christie backs Dallas; and they're talking trash!
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- As the Green Bay Packers gear up to take on the Dallas Cowboys in a playoff matchup at Lambeau Field Sunday, January 11th, potential presidential rivals Governor Scott Walker and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie have been talking some trash on Twitter.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- As the Green Bay Packers gear up to take on the Dallas Cowboys in a playoff matchup at Lambeau Field Sunday, January 11th, potential presidential rivals Governor Scott Walker and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie have been talking some trash on Twitter.
Federal officials have until January 9th to approve compact amendment for Kenosha casino project
MADISON (AP) — Federal officials have until Friday, January 9th to approve a deal that calls for the state to ensure the Forest County Potawatomi are reimbursed for any losses tied to a new Kenosha casino.Governor Scott Walker has until February 19th to approve or deny the Menominee Nation's request to build a new off-reservation casino in Kenosha.
MADISON (AP) — Federal officials have until Friday, January 9th to approve a deal that calls for the state to ensure the Forest County Potawatomi are reimbursed for any losses tied to a new Kenosha casino.Governor Scott Walker has until February 19th to approve or deny the Menominee Nation's request to build a new off-reservation casino in Kenosha.
Governor Walker announces cabinet leadership team for his second term
MADISON (WITI) -- One day after he was sworn in for his second term as governor, Scott Walker on Tuesday, January 6th released the following statement on his cabinet leadership team for his second term."As we look forward to a new term, we are excited to keep working hard for Wisconsin, so people around our state can enjoy the prosperity that comes from hard work.
MADISON (WITI) -- One day after he was sworn in for his second term as governor, Scott Walker on Tuesday, January 6th released the following statement on his cabinet leadership team for his second term."As we look forward to a new term, we are excited to keep working hard for Wisconsin, so people around our state can enjoy the prosperity that comes from hard work.
Former Governor Tommy Thompson says he hopes Scott Walker runs for president
MADISON (AP) — Former Gov.
MADISON (AP) — Former Gov.
One lawmaker says Gov. Walker running for president could help improve political climate in Madison
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker was sworn in for his second term as Wisconsin's governor on Monday morning, January 5th, and in his inaugural address, he made sure to draw a distinction between Wisconsin and Washington.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker was sworn in for his second term as Wisconsin's governor on Monday morning, January 5th, and in his inaugural address, he made sure to draw a distinction between Wisconsin and Washington.
"Working together:" Scott Walker sworn in for second term as Wisconsin’s governor
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker used his inaugural address to tout his record in Wisconsin, and draw a contrast with the federal government, as he considers a run for president.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker used his inaugural address to tout his record in Wisconsin, and draw a contrast with the federal government, as he considers a run for president.
Governor Scott Walker to be sworn in for second term as Wisconsin's 45th governor
MADISON (WITI) -- On Monday morning, January 5th, Governor Scott Walker will take the oath of office for his second term as Wisconsin's 45th governor.
MADISON (WITI) -- On Monday morning, January 5th, Governor Scott Walker will take the oath of office for his second term as Wisconsin's 45th governor.
Governor Walker: "Yes" to Kenosha casino could lead to 5,000 jobs, but it could cost the state $100M
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Saying "yes" or "no" to an $800 million proposal for a casino in Kenosha may be the biggest economic decision Governor Scott Walker makes in the next year.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Saying "yes" or "no" to an $800 million proposal for a casino in Kenosha may be the biggest economic decision Governor Scott Walker makes in the next year.
Milwaukee County release 227,000 pages in John Doe investigation Tuesday
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee County officials have released more than 227,000 pages of emails and other documents related to a probe of Gov.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee County officials have released more than 227,000 pages of emails and other documents related to a probe of Gov.
Gov. Scott Walker talks about violence in Milwaukee, potential response from lawmakers
MADISON (WITI) -- On Monday, January 5th, Gov.
MADISON (WITI) -- On Monday, January 5th, Gov.
Gov. Walker's decision on the Kenosha casino remains mystery
MADISON (AP) — Time is growing short for Republican Gov.
MADISON (AP) — Time is growing short for Republican Gov.
Wisconsin budget faces $824 million hole, according to Legislative Fiscal Bureau
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's state budget would be $824 million short just to continue the current level of services.That is according to a new analysis released Friday by the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau.It looked only at what it would cost the state to continue funding levels over the next two years at their current levels, making no concessions for expenses like new tax cuts or potential cuts that would save money.The state constitution requires the Legislature to pass a balanced budget.
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's state budget would be $824 million short just to continue the current level of services.That is according to a new analysis released Friday by the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau.It looked only at what it would cost the state to continue funding levels over the next two years at their current levels, making no concessions for expenses like new tax cuts or potential cuts that would save money.The state constitution requires the Legislature to pass a balanced budget.
"We need jobs:" Supporters of Kenosha casino turn out by hundreds
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The possibility of a new casino in Kenosha drew hundreds of people out into the cold on Wednesday evening, December 17th.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The possibility of a new casino in Kenosha drew hundreds of people out into the cold on Wednesday evening, December 17th.
Just back from Cuba: Pewaukee student says, "Today is a day I was not expecting for many years to come"
PEWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a college student from Pewaukee, the possibility of normalizing relations between the U.S. and Cuba is especially surprising.
PEWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a college student from Pewaukee, the possibility of normalizing relations between the U.S. and Cuba is especially surprising.