AI growth more likely to threaten older workers than young people entering the workforce
AI growth is more likely to threaten those already in the workforce than younger generations who are learning how to use AI...
Appleton Dem holds briefing on pesticides causing harm to pollinators
Widely used agricultural pesticides nicknamed “neonics” are posing a threat to pollinators and the crops they support, experts said during a briefing...
Average mortgage rate and time on the market increased compared to last year
The average mortgage rate and time homes have been on the market increased in August compared to last year, the Wisconsin Realtors...
Bill to delay new commercial building code enforcement gets public hearing today
The Assembly Housing and Real Estate Committee will hold a public hearing on a series of housing bills today, including one to...
Coalition urges lawmakers to establish $20 per hour minimum wage
A coalition of progressive political groups and workers is calling on state lawmakers to establish a $20 per hour minimum wage, along...
Council urges Legislature to do more to address nitrate contamination
The state’s Groundwater Coordinating Council is urging lawmakers to do more to address nitrate contamination in groundwater, calling it one of Wisconsin’s...
Economic experts bemoan Trump tariffs, ask for more stability and transparency from administration
Economic experts say the Trump administration’s tariffs have led to unpredictability, uncertainty and will likely lead to increased costs in Wisconsin.
Environmentalists raise concerns over measure to allow PFAS incineration
Wisconsin clean water advocates are pushing back against a measure they say could pose a risk to public health and turn back...
Forestry Revitalization Act aims to make Wisconsin an aviation biofuel leader
A new Forestry Revitalization Act aims to make Wisconsin a global leader in aviation biofuel made from smaller, low-quality forestry biomass.
High risk stops most innovation investment policy advancement
Policies aimed at bringing new business to Wisconsin often get bogged down because of the risky nature of investments, Rep. Rob Wittke...
Hysell responds to WGA criticism of bill requiring tariff costs on receipts
Rep. Andrew Hysell is calling on the Wisconsin Grocers Association to “take a stand” against tariffs after the group recently criticized his...
Microsoft announces $4 billion investment in Mount Pleasant
Microsoft announced it plans to invest another $4 billion in its datacenter in Mount Pleasant by the end of 2028.
Milwaukee-area tech transfer leaders express concern on federal research cuts
The leaders of tech transfer offices at Milwaukee-area research universities are expressing concern about federal research cuts.
They spoke...
Oak Creek Plan Commission signs off on latest Buc-ee’s proposal
Oak Creek’s Plan Commission last night approved Buc-ee’s Oak Creek plans to build what would become its second gas station in Wisconsin.
Renewable energy could quickly respond to data center power demands, expert says
Wind and solar power are well-positioned to quickly respond to the increasing load data centers are putting on Wisconsin’s electrical grid, a...
Report details wins for some WI workers, but points to ‘economic storm’ on the...
Wisconsin’s median hourly wage hit a record high of $25.01 last year, as stronger wage growth for lower-paid workers helped cut wage...
Republicans propose community solar reg system with local approval
Republicans are circulating legislation to establish a system for regulating community solar programs while requiring local approval of the projects.
UW computing expert says state ‘very well-positioned’ to lead on AI
The head of UW-Madison’s School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences says Wisconsin is “very well-positioned to be a leader” in AI...
WEDC head Hughes leaving Evers administration next week
WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, who has been weighing a run for guv, is leaving the Evers administration next week.
Wisconsin clinics at risk as federal court weighs Planned Parenthood defunding
-- Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin clinics may face closures due to a provision in President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that...
WMC launches new peer network for Wisconsin executives
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce has launched a new peer network for business leaders, with a focus on executive leadership and growth strategies.
