State of the State: Evers delivers 4th address
Gov. Tony Evers was back inside the Wisconsin Capitol for his fourth State of the State address after it was held virtually in 2021 due to COVID-19.
Evers signs labor contracts for state troopers, workers
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers on Friday signed bills passed by the Legislature enacting new contracts for state troopers, carpenters, bricklayers, electricians and plumbers.
Critical race theory teaching ban, Evers vetoes Republican bill
Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a Republican bill that would have prohibited critical race theory ideas in Wisconsin public schools.
Wisconsin weed penalties, Evers vetoes increase
Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill that would have increased penalties for making or distributing marijuana through the creation of butane hash oil.
Port Milwaukee expansion; soon to accommodate larger cruise ships
Milwaukee will soon be a cruise ship destination hosting more than 10,000 passengers a year. Port Milwaukee plans to add docks to make room for the largest ships, with the governor announcing he's going to use American Rescue Act money to pay $3.5 million of the estimated $7 million project.
Proposed MPS breakup, Gov. Evers reacts to GOP proposal
Republican lawmakers in Madison are circulating a bill that would dismantle Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) – dividing it into smaller districts.
Evers: $150 to Wisconsin residents part of election year plan
Gov. Tony Evers unveiled an election year plan that would send $150 to every Wisconsin resident, bolster funding for K-12 schools and help defray child care costs.
Evers pardons nearly 400, most of any Wisconsin governor
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday, Jan. 13 he had pardoned 54 more people, bringing his total to nearly 400, the most of any Wisconsin governor.
Evers' State of the State 2022 to be held at Capitol
Gov. Tony Evers plans to deliver the annual State of the State address in the Capitol building again. Last year’s address via video conference.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers pardons 30, total now 337
Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday that he's pardoned 30 more people, raising his pardon total to 337 over his three years in office.
Wisconsin elections: Governor opposes constitutional amendment
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers promised to fight a proposed constitutional amendment supported that would change election law.
Gov. Evers says he may support bail changes after Waukesha parade
Gov. Tony Evers said he might support efforts to overhaul Wisconsin's bail system, which came under scrutiny following the Waukesha Christmas parade deaths.
Governor's Mansion holiday decorations honor heroes, history
Gov. Tony Evers and first lady Kathy Evers shared a virtual video tour of the 2021 Governor's Mansion holiday decorations.
Evers signs gambling deal with St. Croix Chippewa
Gamblers may soon have more opportunities to wager on sports in Wisconsin.
Chisholm firing sought with complaint; Evers to take it 'seriously'
Governor Evers' firing of Milwaukee County DA John Chisholm after the Waukesha Christmas parade attack is now being sought with a formal complaint filed by a taxpayer alleging the county's top prosecutor should be ousted over Darrell Brooks' $1,000 bail.
Wisconsin workforce challenges; Gov. Evers announces innovation grants
Gov. Tony Evers hosts a news conference in Milwaukee on Thursday morning, Dec. 16 regarding the state's workforce challenges and Workforce Innovation grants.
Wisconsin redistricting: Evers submits maps to court
Gov. Tony Evers on Wednesday submitted redistricting plans to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The maps would still maintain Republican majorities.
Wisconsin workforce challenges: $60M committed to finding solutions
Wisconsin announced on Tuesday, Dec. 14 12 regional projects aimed at developing long-term solutions to the state's workforce challenges.
Evers signs 2 bills to support victims, survivors of sexual assault
Gov. Evers takes action on two bills to support victims and survivors of sexual assault.