Tony Evers
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In a ‘Love Letter to Wisconsin,’ Tony Evers explains why he won’t run for governor again
The announcement from Wisconsin’s two-term chief executive triggers wide-open 2026 primaries in both parties.
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Democratic Gov. Tony Evers won’t seek third term in battleground Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor, Tony Evers, announced Thursday that he will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.
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New study ties weak state gun laws to child deaths in Wisconsin
States with weak gun laws, including Wisconsin, experience more firearm deaths among children ages 0 to 17, according to a study published in the June issue of JAMA Pediatrics.
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It’s what’s not in the state budget that is generating both anger and 2026 candidates
From homeless veterans to childcare to school funding, there are a lot of missing numbers that have some people talking and others taking action.
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You’ve never seen a Wisconsin state budget like this. Here’s why.
With unprecedented speed, a bipartisan bill passes the Senate and Assembly and gets the governor’s signature—all in one night to avoid looming federal budget cuts.
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The new Wisconsin state budget won’t be ready on time—is that okay?
In some states, failing to pass a new budget on time can have the same outcome as what happens with the federal government: a shutdown.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court delivers win for environmentalists in fight over ‘forever chemicals’
The Wisconsin Supreme Court delivered a victory for environmentalists on Tuesday in the fight over “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, issuing a ruling that advocates said will hold polluters accountable.
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Will Gov. Tony Evers run for a third term? Here’s why he will—or won’t.
Wisconsin’s governor has public support and his party’s backing, but the Biden 2024 campaign has some Democrats ready to ditch what’s known for something new.
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Wisconsin Republicans and Democrats agree on postpartum Medicaid coverage—but the Speaker doesn’t
The Wisconsin Senate passed a bill this week with overwhelming support from both sides of the aisle to expand Medicaid coverage for new moms for a full year after birth. Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is now the obstacle in getting low-income mothers some help.
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Evers: ‘I’m excited to be introducing the most pro-kid budget in state history’
The Wisconsin governor’s 2025 state budget address details his funding priorities, including measures to eliminate taxes on tips and over-the-counter medications.
