Gov. Scott Walker attends "Competitive Wisconsin" meeting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker delivered remarks today at the Competitive Wisconsin, Inc.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker delivered remarks today at the Competitive Wisconsin, Inc.
Governor Walker announces increase in dairy exports
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced an increase Tuesday, August 27th in the value of Wisconsin’s dairy exports for the first half of 2013 and an increase in overall exports compared to the first six months of 2012.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced an increase Tuesday, August 27th in the value of Wisconsin’s dairy exports for the first half of 2013 and an increase in overall exports compared to the first six months of 2012.
Gov. Walker to take part in Harley-Davidson 110th events
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As the Harley-Davidson 110th anniversary celebration kicks off in the days before and during Labor Day Weekend, one man keeping a close eye on everything Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee is Governor Scott Walker.It is not uncommon to find Gov.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As the Harley-Davidson 110th anniversary celebration kicks off in the days before and during Labor Day Weekend, one man keeping a close eye on everything Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee is Governor Scott Walker.It is not uncommon to find Gov.
Proposal to name Hwy. 45 Harley-Davidson Heritage Highway
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- The name Harley-Davidson is synonymous with the open road.
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- The name Harley-Davidson is synonymous with the open road.
Wisconsin vs. Illinois; which state has a better economy?
ILLINOIS/WISCONSIN (WITI) -- Wisconsin Gov.
ILLINOIS/WISCONSIN (WITI) -- Wisconsin Gov.
Gov. Scott Walker will take part in Iowa governor's fundraiser
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A quartet of Republicans said to be eyeing 2016 presidential bids will get a chance next month to see how the competition is romancing the influential governor of Iowa.Republican Terry Branstad is hosting a fundraiser on Sept. 24 at a Washington, D.C., GOP hot spot, the Capitol Hill Club, according to an invitation obtained by CNN.A slate of heavy hitters is expected to attend, including Sens.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A quartet of Republicans said to be eyeing 2016 presidential bids will get a chance next month to see how the competition is romancing the influential governor of Iowa.Republican Terry Branstad is hosting a fundraiser on Sept. 24 at a Washington, D.C., GOP hot spot, the Capitol Hill Club, according to an invitation obtained by CNN.A slate of heavy hitters is expected to attend, including Sens.
Walker announces search for 2013 Capitol Christmas tree
MADISON (WITI) -- Each fall, the State of Wisconsin searches for a Christmas tree to be displayed in the Capitol rotunda in December.Tree donations are based upon requirements listed below:
MADISON (WITI) -- Each fall, the State of Wisconsin searches for a Christmas tree to be displayed in the Capitol rotunda in December.Tree donations are based upon requirements listed below:
Gov. Walker approves $7.6 million in freight rail loan awards
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced Friday, August 9th four state awards totaling $7,605,081 to improve rail infrastructure and support economic growth.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is administering the awards through its Freight Railroad Infrastructure Improvement Program (FRIIP).
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced Friday, August 9th four state awards totaling $7,605,081 to improve rail infrastructure and support economic growth.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is administering the awards through its Freight Railroad Infrastructure Improvement Program (FRIIP).
Walker tours storm damage in NE Wisconsin as cleanup continues
NORTHEAST WISCONSIN (WITI) -- Governor Walker toured damage in New London Thursday, August 8th caused by storms that swept through the region earlier this week.
NORTHEAST WISCONSIN (WITI) -- Governor Walker toured damage in New London Thursday, August 8th caused by storms that swept through the region earlier this week.
Gov. Walker announces disaster declaration for June flooding
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker on Thursday, August 8th, announced a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) major disaster declaration for eight counties impacted by flooding in June.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker on Thursday, August 8th, announced a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) major disaster declaration for eight counties impacted by flooding in June.
Gov. Walker releases video of governors' Harley ride
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker released a video Tuesday, August 6th of highlights from the National Governors Association Harley-Davidson ride this past weekend.Milwaukee played host to the National Governors Association annual meeting, and the Harley ride was on the itinerary while the governors were in town.“The Harley-Davidson ride was a great way for other governors to join in a great Wisconsin pastime,” Governor Walker said. “The ride was a huge success.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker released a video Tuesday, August 6th of highlights from the National Governors Association Harley-Davidson ride this past weekend.Milwaukee played host to the National Governors Association annual meeting, and the Harley ride was on the itinerary while the governors were in town.“The Harley-Davidson ride was a great way for other governors to join in a great Wisconsin pastime,” Governor Walker said. “The ride was a huge success.
EMCO Chemicals relocates corporate headquarters to Wis.
PLEASANT PRAIRIE (WITI) -- EMCO Chemicals Distributors, Inc. (EMCO) opened a new 260,000-square-foot-facility on Tuesday, August 6th in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
PLEASANT PRAIRIE (WITI) -- EMCO Chemicals Distributors, Inc. (EMCO) opened a new 260,000-square-foot-facility on Tuesday, August 6th in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
Gov. Quinn urges Wisconsin to undo ban against gay marriage
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Is Wisconsin the outlier in the traditionally accepting Midwest culture?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Is Wisconsin the outlier in the traditionally accepting Midwest culture?
Memorial service held at Sikh Temple on eve of shooting anniversary
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- At the Sikh Temple of Oak Creek on Sunday, August 4th, on the eve of the anniversary of the Sikh Temple shooting, a memorial service was held to remember the six people who were killed in the shooting, and to praise the community for coming together so remarkably after this tragedy.A number of speakers were heard inside the Gudwara on Saturday, including lawmakers like Gov.
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- At the Sikh Temple of Oak Creek on Sunday, August 4th, on the eve of the anniversary of the Sikh Temple shooting, a memorial service was held to remember the six people who were killed in the shooting, and to praise the community for coming together so remarkably after this tragedy.A number of speakers were heard inside the Gudwara on Saturday, including lawmakers like Gov.
Gov. Walker issues statement on anniversary of Sikh Temple shooting
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker has issued the following statement honoring the victims, their families, and survivors of the August 5, 2012 tragedy at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek:"One year ago, in the wake of the senseless violence, our friends and neighbors in the Sikh community showed us the best way to respond to the tragedy was with love.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker has issued the following statement honoring the victims, their families, and survivors of the August 5, 2012 tragedy at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek:"One year ago, in the wake of the senseless violence, our friends and neighbors in the Sikh community showed us the best way to respond to the tragedy was with love.
Tragedy unites Gov. Walker, Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In the aftermath of the mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado in July of 2012, Wisconsin Gov.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In the aftermath of the mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado in July of 2012, Wisconsin Gov.
Governors discuss transportation at day two of conference
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The National Governor's Conference continued for a second day in Milwaukee as governors from across the country discussed commerce and economic development.23 of the nation's governors heard from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Fox on Saturday, August 3rd, in his first major policy address."The impact that I see of transportation is, being beyond just transportation and infrastructure, an economic issue," said Gov.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The National Governor's Conference continued for a second day in Milwaukee as governors from across the country discussed commerce and economic development.23 of the nation's governors heard from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Fox on Saturday, August 3rd, in his first major policy address."The impact that I see of transportation is, being beyond just transportation and infrastructure, an economic issue," said Gov.
Lack of partisan politics at National Governors Assoc. meeting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Nearly half of the nation's governors are walking the streets of Milwaukee, the host city for this year's National Governors Association meeting.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Nearly half of the nation's governors are walking the streets of Milwaukee, the host city for this year's National Governors Association meeting.
Walker requests Federal Disaster Aid due to June flooding
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker requested a federal disaster declaration for 11 Wisconsin counties after torrential rains and flooding in June caused more than $9.2 million in damage to roads and other public infrastructure.The request is for federal assistance to help local governments recover from the disaster."During the height of the flooding, hundreds of local roads were closed, culverts were washed out and mudslides and boulders stopped traffic for days along major highways," said Governor Walker. "I saw the damage and I know the financial strain the storms inflicted on many families and local communities.”Governor Walker requested federal disaster assistance for Ashland, Bayfield, Crawford, Dane, Grant, Iowa, Richland, Rock, St.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker requested a federal disaster declaration for 11 Wisconsin counties after torrential rains and flooding in June caused more than $9.2 million in damage to roads and other public infrastructure.The request is for federal assistance to help local governments recover from the disaster."During the height of the flooding, hundreds of local roads were closed, culverts were washed out and mudslides and boulders stopped traffic for days along major highways," said Governor Walker. "I saw the damage and I know the financial strain the storms inflicted on many families and local communities.”Governor Walker requested federal disaster assistance for Ashland, Bayfield, Crawford, Dane, Grant, Iowa, Richland, Rock, St.
Gov. Walker attends Wisconsin State Fair opening ceremony
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Governor Walker delivered remarks Thursday, August1st at the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair Opening Ceremony in West Allis.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Governor Walker delivered remarks Thursday, August1st at the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair Opening Ceremony in West Allis.