Gov. Evers discusses vaccinations, concerned about August State Fair
The COVID-19 vaccine was just one issue touched upon by Gov. Tony Evers in a webinar Tuesday afternoon as he reflected on a year of COVID-19. He said it’s too early to tell and showed some concern about the Wisconsin State Fair.
Vaccine eligibility for next phase moved a week earlier
People age 16 and up with certain pre=existing conditions in Wisconsin will be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine starting March 22.
Gov. Evers to kick off series of Badger Bounceback live sessions
Gov. Evers will kick off his first week of virtual Badger Bounceback Live Sessions with a virtual discussion on economic recovery and opportunity in Wisconsin.
Gov. Evers, first lady complete COVID-19 vaccination series
Their vaccination comes exactly one year after the governor declared Wisconsin's first public health emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wisconsinites invited to chime in on Evers' Badger Bounceback agenda
There will be six opportunities for Wisconsinites to discuss and provide feedback on the Badger Bounceback agenda, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
Governor Evers floats allowing K-12 schools to open before Sept. 1
Allowing schools to open earlier and bolstering their summer school offerings are both being floated by Gov. Tony Evers as ways to help students catch up after a year of virtual learning during the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Evers signs bill boosting pay for state public defenders
Gov. Evers signed into law a bipartisan bill that will boost pay for state public defenders.
New Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program unveiled
Gov. Evers announced more than $322 million in funding to help support Wisconsinites who have experienced income loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. Evers signs bill to update Wisconsin unemployment system
Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday signed into law a bipartisan bill to begin the work of updating the state's unemployment claims processing system.
Gov. Evers proposes $2.4 billion in building projects across WI
Gov. Tony Evers wants to spend $2.4 billion on building projects across 31 counties in Wisconsin over the next two years.
Wisconsin Senate passes bipartisan bill to update unemployment system
Governor Tony Evers signaled he would sign the bill once it passes the Assembly as soon as Tuesday.
Gov. Evers' budget proposal met with GOP opposition
The governor discussed some items in a pre-recorded address, including education investment. Other items, like repealing Act 10, were not included; Republican lawmakers say a number of those items are ''poison pills.''
Gov. Evers' budget proposal met with GOP opposition
The governor discussed some items in a pre-recorded address, including education investment. Other items, like repealing Act 10, were not included; Republican lawmakers say a number of those items are "poison pills."
Gov. Evers presents budget agenda
Governor Tony Evers is calling on the Legislature to bolster funding for education and reform the criminal justice systems.
Gov. Evers presents 'Badger Bounceback' budget agenda
Gov. Tony Evers planned to call on the Republican-controlled Legislature Tuesday to join him in passing a two-year budget he is presenting as a “bounce back” plan to help the state recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
Evers proposes $100 million for new venture capital fund
Gov. Evers will submit his two-year state budget proposal to the Republican-controlled Legislature on Tuesday, which will then spend months reworking it before passing its own version this summer.
Gov. Evers receives coronavirus vaccine: 'It feels good'
Gov. Tony Evers joined the growing ranks of Wisconsin residents and governors across the country who have been vaccinated for the coronavirus, receiving his first shot Friday at a clinic not far from the state Capitol.
Gov. Evers proposes allowing local governments to raise taxes
Gov. Tony Evers wants to allow counties to be able to double their existing sales tax and allow larger municipalities to impose a new half-cent sales tax.
Gov. Evers signs order, declares Wisconsin energy emergency
Due to the below-average temperatures, snow, and ice storms throughout the state leading up to February, deliveries of petroleum and propane products shipped by truck, barge, and particularly rail are limited.
Janesville college to be state's 1st community-based vaccination clinic
Governor Tony Evers announced on Wednesday, Feb. 10 that Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) will be the site of the state's first community-based vaccination clinic.