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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Still reflects on decades leading Tech Council, shares view of path ahead
Wisconsin Technology Council President Tom Still says AI and the rise of data centers are “going to be good for the state...
