Gov. Walker declares statewide state of emergency due to 'tremendous impact' of severe storms

MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker on Wednesday, Aug. 29 declared a statewide state of emergency in Wisconsin due to the ongoing statewide weather pattern, which has led to severe storms, heavy downpours, flooding and tornadoes.“After the latest round of continuing storms and their tremendous impact in Wisconsin, we have declared a statewide State of Emergency.

Busy weekend for candidates in race for Wisconsin governor

FRANKLIN -- No time off ahead of the November election, both candidates for governor worked the weekend events around the state on Saturday, Aug. 25.Calling this election cycle his toughest one yet, Governor Scott Walker told a crowd of supporters in Franklin, he needs their help if he's going to win a third term in November."I've said for a year now, so it's not anything new, I've talked about how because of national politics, it was going to be difficult for any Republican.