State of Wisconsin
Recent News About State of Wisconsin
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Parent advocate on naked bike-ride event: 'State laws aimed at protecting children from exploitation or abuse do not apply'
Scarlett Johnson, a parent advocate and member of Moms for Liberty, expressed her strong disapproval on Twitter regarding the news of a ten-year-old girl participating in the Naked Bike Ride in Madison, Wisconsin last month. She voiced her disgust and highlighted the lack of protective measures in the state laws that failed to protect the well-being of the girl.
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Tony Evers: 'Our next budget will invest in getting our kids, educators, and schools the support and resources they need to succeed.'
During Gov. Tony Evers' statewide "Doing the Right Thing" listening session tour on Dec. 20, supporters of education explained the need for increased state investment in education.
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Larson: 'When people can't afford health insurance, we all pay for it'
Most Wisconsin residents support expanding the state's BadgerCare program.
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Larson: 'Are we close to harnessing the power of the sun for unlimited clean energy?'
Scientists have finally achieved fusion ignition.
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Wisconsin goveror: 'Our small businesses are the heart of our Main Streets'
Gov. Tony Evers (D-WI) is hoping Wisconsin residents come to see the big picture in deciding to shop small this holiday season.
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Evers: 'Investing in clean energy isn't just the right thing to do—it's also the smart thing to do'
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' Clean Energy Plan is quickly picking up steam when it comes to public support.
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Baldwin: 'I’m working across party lines to ensure their marriages are protected'
The senate is to vote on The Respect for Marriage Act, which would revoke the Defense of Marriage Act, on Tuesday.
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Roys: 'Abolish the death penalty'
Wisconsin Sen. Kelda Roys recently voiced her support for abolishing the death penalty following the execution of a Missouri man who was sentenced to death for killing a police officer when he was 19 years old.
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Evers on legalizing marijuana: 'It's about darn time we listen to the people'
Tony Evers, Governor of State of Wisconsin, wants to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin.
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Evers says 'that's work we're darn proud of'
Wisconsin spent more money on business support than any other state during the pandemic.
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Evers: 'Clean hydrogen has the potential to play a key role' in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is excited by the possibilities he’s convinced are headed in the state’s direction given its entry in a new, multi-state agreement aimed at increasing hydrogen powers.
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Wisconsin collects $1.6 billion in individual income tax revenue in Q3 2022
Wisconsin collected $1.6 billion in individual income taxes during the third quarter of 2022.
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Wisconsin collects $1.5 billion in individual income tax revenue in Q3 2021
Wisconsin collected $1.5 billion in individual income taxes during the third quarter of 2021.
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Ukrainian refugee Sahaida: 'I feel very upset about my country and especially my town'
A Madison-area poet who immigrated to Wisconsin years ago made an unexpected connection with a recent refugee from Ukraine during a fundraising event last weekend.
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Evers, Wisconsin Legislature fail to repeal minimum markup law, expert says this would create ‘a more efficient pricing environment with long-term benefits’
Gov. Tony Evers (D-Wisc.) this month urged federal lawmakers to pass a gas tax holiday to deal with spiking gasoline prices.
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Steineke on Only Citizens Voting Amendment: 'It’s absurd liberal cities are letting noncitizens vote in their elections'
A constitutional amendment that would allow only United States citizens to vote in elections held in Wisconsin is one step closer to becoming law after it advanced in the State House in late February.
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'Joy, acceptance and success': Polar Plunge helps fund Wisconsin Special Olympics
With about 9,000 participating athletes, Wisconsin Special Olympics depends on fundraisers to help the mentally challenged achieve the greatest degree of sports success that they can.
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Inflation reaches 40-year high, Wisconsin impacted
Inflation has jumped to 7.5%, forcing Americans to struggle to afford even the most basic necessities, according to a recent report by AP News.
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'I'll always find a way': Restaurant owners in Wisconsin take losses to keep prices down
Inflation is forcing restaurants in Wisconsin to take a heavy hit, as many owners are choosing to take big losses rather than increase their prices.
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Evers: $1 million in funding will 'ensure every kid in every community has access to a quality public education'
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced that $1 million in funding will be made available through the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) for funding the Teacher Training and Recruitment Grant Program.