Wisconsin high court tosses out governor's stay-home order

May 14, 20200

Steve Apps – Wisconsin State Journal via AP count

Gov. Tony Evers declared a public health emergency on March 12, 2020, in response to a growing number of cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin.

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Tony Evers' coronavirus stay-at-home order Wednesday, ruling that his administration overstepped its authority when it extended it for another month without consulting legislators.

The 4-3 ruling essentially reopens the state, lifting caps on the size of gatherings, allowing people to travel as they please and allowing shuttered businesses to reopen, including bars and restaurants. The Tavern League of Wisconsin swiftly posted the news on its website, telling members, "You can OPEN IMMEDIATELY!"

https://www.startribune.com/wisconsin-supreme-court-blocks-evers-stay-home-extension/570448252/