Gov. Evers' higher education budget would continue tuition freeze

MADISON — People who entered the country illegally could pay in-state tuition, a long-running tuition freeze would continue for another two years and institutions would receive an additional $150 million under Democratic Gov.

'Enough business to go around:' Manufacturing leaders, including Foxconn, explore advancements

MILWAUKEE -- Professionals in Wisconsin's manufacturing industry met on Thursday, Feb. 21 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Milwaukee to exchange and explore advancements in the field.

Tax credit bill for family caregivers in Wisconsin released

MADISON — A bipartisan proposal backed by AARP would create a $1,000 income tax credit for family members in Wisconsin who give care to qualified disabled and elderly people in their homes.The measure was unveiled Tuesday after a similar bill died last session.Republican Sen.

GOP lawmakers: Criminal justice system plan could ease backlog of cases without raising taxes

WAUKESHA -- Wisconsin Republicans are proposing changes to Wisconsin's criminal justice system -- changes they say could help relieve a backlog of cases.There is a push to hire more assistant district attorneys throughout the state to prosecute cases.

Gov. Evers orders flags to half-staff in honor of fallen DPW employee Bryan Rodriguez

MILWAUKEE -- Governor Tony Evers ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Wisconsin to be flown in at half-staff as a mark of respect for Bryan Rodriguez, a City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works employee, who was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle while on duty on Feb. 8, 2019.The order is effective beginning at sunrise on Feb. 16 and ending at sunset on that date."Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Bryan Rodriguez, a dedicated employee for the City of Milwaukee and a devoted father, husband and member of the community," Gov.