Gov. Scott Walker REJECTS plan to build Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Kenosha
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Gov.
Big weekend ahead for Gov. Walker with Iowa, California trips
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"We need people who are drug free:" Walker announces drug testing plan for aid recipients in Wisconsin
MADISON (AP/WITI) — If you're being helped by state programs like FoodShare or even Medicaid, you'd better be drug free.
Governor Walker headed to New Hampshire to deliver keynote speech at Republican Party event
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Gov. Walker proposes new teacher licensure plan
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New wrinkle: Potawatomi sue over Kenosha casino reimbursement language
MADISON (WITI/AP) —The Forest County Potawatomi have filed a lawsuit challenging the federal government's rejection of compact language that would have left the state on the hook for reimbursing the tribe if the rival Menominee Tribe gets a casino in Kenosha.Arbitrators in November came up with an amendment to the Potawatomi's gambling compact with the state that formally established the state would be responsible for reimbursing the tribe for Kenosha-related losses and laid out a process for calculating payments.
Another political storm gathering over the Capitol: Right-To-Work debate could come soon
MADISON (WITI) -- Another showdown between Wisconsin unions and Republican lawmakers could be right around the corner.
Lawmakers weigh in as Menominee compact amendment sent to federal officials ahead of casino deadline
KENOSHA (WITI) -- A deadline is looming for Governor Scott Walker to make a decision on the proposed Kenosha casino.
Governor Scott Walker to lead trade mission to United Kingdom in February
UNITED KINGDOM (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker will lead a trade mission of economic development officials to London in February as part of the state’s efforts to encourage companies in the United Kingdom to invest in Wisconsin.
Menominee Tribe, state sign compact amendment ahead of looming Kenosha casino decision deadline
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The Menominee Tribe announced on Tuesday evening, January 20th that a compact amendment has been signed ahead of the February 19th decision deadline for a proposed Kenosha casino -- a move the tribe is celebrating."This is great for Menominee. "This is something we are celebrating.
Ramping up his travel schedule: Gov. Walker to attend weekend meeting organized by Koch brothers
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Gov. Scott Walker says he'll likely lead a trade mission to Israel this year
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Source: Menominee, state to sign new compact agreement ahead of casino decision deadline
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Those in favor of a proposed casino in Kenosha are calling it a step forward.
MLK celebration: Milwaukee leaders highlight community issues that need changing
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds gathered in Milwaukee for the state's largest celebration of Dr.
President Scott Walker? Why some say a big campaign promise could come back to haunt him
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Gov. Scott Walker vows to sue federal government over carbon limits
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Mike Tate stepping down as chairman of Wisconsin Democrats
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Party Chairman Mike Tate is stepping down as chairman in June after holding the position for six years.Tate emailed party members Thursday.Tate, who is 35, was one of the youngest state party leaders in the country when he first was elected for the job in 2009.He chaired the party during a tumultuous period, highlighted by the collection of more than 900,000 signatures to force a recall election of Republican Gov.
Gov. Walker scheduled to give speech in Washington
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Governor Walker working on budget, not touring state, after speech
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"The state of our state is strong:" Gov. Walker delivers remarks to the state, the nation & the world
MADISON (WITI) -- With remarks directed to the state, the nation and the world, Governor Scott Walker, in his fifth "State of the State" address signaled his goal may be to move from Wisconsin to Washington.Governor Walker on Tuesday evening, January 13th spoke to a joint session of the state Legislature, the state Supreme Court and Wisconsin's other elected officials -- but his remarks were intended to resonate far beyond Madison, Wisconsin."I am proud to report the state of our state is strong," Governor Walker said.In his address, Governor Walker trumpeted what he called the "Wisconsin comeback" -- providing a sort of "progress report" on his policies."If you remember nothing else, remember this: more people are working while fewer are unemployed.