Sounds like a bad ignition switch.
I changed the ignition switch and there was no change
Check the neutral safety / transmission range sensor next.
I know, it doesn't seem it could cause electrical gremlins, but...
A bad pulse board or window wiper motor can cause your wipers to stay in the "up" position.
It's call a program in the vehicles computer.
It is possible that the wiper pulse board is defective.
Wiper parking switch faulty, most often part of wiper motor
A bad fuse may be the cause of windshield wipers not working on a 1998 Lumina. The switch that activates the wiper motor is another possible cause for the wipers not working.
The "park" switch inside the wiper motor assembly has failed.
Having a short in the turn signal wiring can cause gauges to fluctuate. If the battery gauge is fluctuating corrosion on the cables can be a possible cause.
the wires maybe fired because it's a 1997 it could be used alot.
A bad relay switch will cause the windshield wipers to not turn off. Replace the relay switch and the windshield wipers should turn off.
There are several things that can cause your windshield wipers not to work. The most common cause is a malfunctioning windshield wiper motor.
You need to find the cause of the short.
it is broken