Maydm plans to ramp up growth after getting $500k grant
A Madison-based nonprofit called Maydm plans to ramp up growth after being selected for a five-year, $500,000 grant award.
Consortium seeking ‘regional tech hub’ designation around biohealth, personalized medicine
A group of Wisconsin partners is seeking a “regional tech hub” designation from federal officials focused on personalized medicine and biohealth technology.
Rural manufacturers more vulnerable to disruption from EV transition
Manufacturers in rural areas are more vulnerable to disruption from the transition to electric vehicles, according to a WEDC official.
State crop production forecasts down as drought persists
Wisconsin crop forecasts for this year are down across the board, as farmers in parts of the state continue to grapple with...
UW scientists develop method to improve plastic recycling
Scientists in Madison have developed a method for turning plastic waste into more valuable materials, according to a new study.
Lake Geneva Cruise Line celebrates 150th anniversary
In the 1860s, traveling to Walworth County’s Geneva Lake by horse-drawn wagon or carriage was no easy task.
That...
MMAC report shows job gains balanced by declines in housing, real estate activity
Figures tracked by MMAC are showing a “slow, steady path upward” for Milwaukee’s economy, according to the group’s latest economic trends report.
GOP lawmakers touting bill to cover transportation costs for blind workers
GOP lawmakers are touting a bill that would provide a transportation tax credit for blind employees as a way to boost Wisconsin’s...
Group of landlords challenging DATCP landlord, tenant administrative codes
A group of southeastern Wisconsin landlords wants to suspend several administrative codes that govern how they interact with tenants, while opponents argue...
SHINE achieves ‘milestone moment’ in developing fusion technology
The head of the American Nuclear Society is congratulating Janesville-based SHINE Technologies for achieving a “milestone moment” in developing fusion technology.
State officials developing implementation plan for federal broadband dollars
State officials are now developing an implementation plan for more than $1 billion in federal dollars coming to Wisconsin through the Broadband...
Ubicept raises $8M to continue developing advanced imaging system
Ubicept, a Boston tech company based on research done at UW-Madison and MIT, recently closed on a $8 million investment round that...
MMAC survey finds apprehension about economic growth
Fewer Milwaukee businesses expect to see year-over-year sales increases for the third quarter, according to the latest MMAC survey.
CDFIs aim to counter economic inequality for Wisconsin small businesses
Unconventional lenders have emerged as a force to counter economic inequality within Wisconsin’s small business scene.
For many minority...
Former Harley engineer unveils details for new FUELL electric motorcycle
Buell Motorcycles founder and former Harley-Davidson engineer Erik Buell has announced performance details for his new electric FUELL Fllow motorcycle.
