WFBF wants greater support for family farms in 2023 Farm Bill
The head of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation says federal lawmakers have an opportunity to boost support for family farms as they...
UW researchers using AI to hone brain cancer care, diagnosis
Researchers with the UW Carbone Cancer Center are developing AI techniques to improve personalized treatments and avoid unnecessary biopsies and surgeries.
Home prices continued to rise in April, WRA report shows
Wisconsin home prices continued to climb going into the peak homebuying season, according to the latest Wisconsin Realtors Association report.
Briefing highlights ‘continuing erosion’ of licensed practical nurse workforce
An expert is warning lawmakers of a “continuing erosion” of the state’s licensed practical nurse workforce, driven by Wisconsin’s aging population and...
DataChat rolls out new AI tool called Ask
Madison-based software startup DataChat has launched a new artificial intelligence tool called Ask.
This platform relies on large language...
UW-Madison researchers exploring mental health applications for AI
Researchers at UW-Madison are exploring the use of artificial intelligence to support mental health with $3 million in federal grants.
CUNA Mutual Group workers strike as company ‘remains fully committed’ to reaching deal with...
As hundreds of CUNA Mutual Group workers in Madison began a labor strike Friday, the company said it “remains fully committed” to...
Industrial tech sector companies have opportunity to accelerate amid uncertainty
Companies in the industrial technology sector have a big opportunity to ramp up growth amid the current economic uncertainty.
Officials say state making progress toward clean energy goals
State officials say Wisconsin is making progress toward its clean energy goals, pointing to projected utility emissions reductions, new renewable resources and...
WEDC leader wants new VC effort to have outstate impact
The head of WEDC wants the agency’s $50 million venture capital fund to have an impact outside of the state’s main startup...
Northwestern Mutual survey shows U.S. adults preparing for possible recession
In a recent national survey, Northwestern Mutual found many respondents are reducing expenses and saving money to prepare for a possible recession.
WiSys, other partners getting $1M grant to plan sustainable ag effort
UW System campuses and other partners led by WiSys are getting a $1 million federal grant to plan a regional effort around...
VC 414 to invest in women, other underrepresented entrepreneurs
A newly launched venture capital firm called VC 414 aims to invest in women and other underrepresented entrepreneurs.
The...
Interest in apprenticeships rising amid record participation, tight labor market
Employer interest in Wisconsin apprenticeship programs is on the rise amid fierce competition for talent.
That’s according to Liz...
Environmental groups considering appeal of Cardinal-Hickory Creek line decision
While environmental groups consider appealing a judge’s decision in favor of the Cardinal-Hickory Creek transmission line, advocates are applauding it as a...
