Audit finds Gov. Walker's reading program out of money
MADISON, Wis. — A newly released audit finds Gov.
Gov. Walker signs constitutional convention appointment bill
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Gov. Walker slated to join Trump Jr., others at conference
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DNR: 7 accidents during 9-day gun deer hunt, no fatalities
MADISON — The state Department of Natural Resources says seven hunters were shot during the nine-day gun deer season.According to the DNR's website Monday, five hunters accidently shot themselves during the season.
Walker signs bill creating council to tackle homelessness
MADISON — A new council will be created to fight homelessness in Wisconsin under a bill signed into law by Gov.
Gov. Scott Walker, First Lady Tonette Walker host Christmas tree lighting at Executive Residence
MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker kicked off the holiday season Sunday night, November 26th --lighting the Christmas Tree at the Wisconsin Executive Residence.“Christmas is a truly special time of the year, and Tonette and I are thrilled to light the tree at the Executive Residence with everyone,” Governor Walker said in a press release ahead of the event. “From our family to yours, we wish the people of Wisconsin a very Merry Christmas!”“We’re excited for people to get a sneak peek at the beautiful decorations inside the Executive Residence, made possible by the generosity of our holiday designers,” First Lady Tonette added. “We hope everyone has the chance to see the stunning displays during our holiday public tours in December and adds a visit to the People's Home to their list of annual Christmas traditions."2017 holiday designers include:
Wisconsin election officials ask for help protecting voter security in 2018 after Russian hack attempt
MADISON -- Wisconsin's elections officials are asking for additional staff to help protect against security threats after Russian hackers targeted the state in 2016.The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted unanimously on Monday, November 20th to hire three additional staff members, two of whom would focus on election security.
Conservative firm challenges DPI's authority again
MADISON — A conservative law firm asked the state Supreme Court again Monday to strip state schools Superintendent Tony Evers of his policy-writing powers, a move that could weaken him as he enters the 2018 campaign season against Gov.
Abolish Columbus Day? State lawmakers, activists push to replace with 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
MADISON -- Spurred on by students in Milwaukee County, some state lawmakers are pushing to get rid of Columbus Day and replace it with "Indigenous Peoples Day."
Democratic governor candidate Matt Flynn favors legalizing pot
MADISON — Democratic candidate for governor Matt Flynn says if Wisconsin voters want to legalize marijuana, he's all for it.Flynn on Tuesday called for the Republican-controlled Legislature to put a non-binding referendum on the November 2018 ballot asking if there's support for the legalization and sale of marijuana.If it would pass, Flynn says as governor he would push the Legislature to follow through.There have been small signs of movement in the current Legislature among supporters of legalizing marijuana.
Gov. Scott Walker: "I believe Roy Moore should step aside"
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Governor Walker signs 4 bills, 1 eliminates minimum hunting age
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker signed four bills relating to hunting into law Saturday, November 11th at the Executive Residence.
"Turning point for southeast Wisconsin:" Gov. Scott Walker, Foxconn leader sign plant contract
RACINE -- It is being called the largest development deal ever in Wisconsin.
WEDC approves $3 billion Foxconn incentives contract, signing scheduled for Friday
MADISON – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s board approved the state’s $3 billion incentives contract with Foxconn Technology Group on Wednesday, clearing the way for the deal to be signed later this week.The contract includes a minimum number of jobs Foxconn must create to receive cash payments and provisions so the state could recoup its money – partially from Foxconn's chairman personally – if the company fails to follow through.
Gov. Scott Walker changes course on term limits for governor
MADISON — Wisconsin Gov.