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Experts agree employers will be hesitant to lay off workers, even if recession occurs

Experts agree employers in Wisconsin will be hesitant to lay off workers even if the economy soon enters a recession, as some...

GOP lawmakers say community solar bill would reduce energy rates

Republican advocates for community solar in Wisconsin say their bill would lead to lower energy rates through competition while getting more local...

UW System president highlights strategies in ‘war for talent’

The head of the UW System says Wisconsin needs to boost enrollment among high school graduates and target residents who didn’t finish...

WEDC report details potential for EV manufacturing hub

WEDC says Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry has the potential to establish a “globally competitive cluster” around electric vehicles.  In a...

State may need to seek new funds to meet EPA’s proposed PFAS limits

The EPA has proposed a PFAS drinking water limit much stricter than the state standard — but it’s unclear whether the state...

Felzkowski, Agard discuss path ahead for marijuana legalization in Wisconsin

A Republican proponent of medical marijuana says getting GOP support for a related bill this session may require adding restrictions on how...

Coalition formed to advance clean economy transition

State and local leaders joined members of the newly launched Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin to underscore the urgency of Wisconsin’s clean...

WHA urging officials to streamline licensure process to support workforce

The Wisconsin Hospital Association is urging state officials to "safely eliminate steps" in the licensure process to help health care professionals get...

Racine lawmakers optimistic about Microsoft project in Mount Pleasant

Racine-area lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say they’re optimistic about the potential for a $1 billion data center Microsoft is...

Officials detail federal funding opportunities for Wisconsin businesses

Federal officials say businesses in Wisconsin will have numerous opportunities to benefit from Inflation Reduction Act tax credits.  In...

New Wisconsin radio network aims to serve as counterpoint to conservative talk radio

A new statewide radio network in Wisconsin called Civic Media is seeking to offer a “counterpoint” to conservative talk radio while elevating...

WEI leader says ‘direct pay’ provision in IRA will be a game changer

The head of the Wisconsin Environmental Initiative says federal funding for clean energy job training and a “direct pay” provision in the...

Federal funds expected to expand ag conservation programs

More farmers will be able to participate in conservation programs through funding from the Inflation Reduction Act, according to the head of...

Packers president touts TitletownTech impact

Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy says the TitletownTech startup program “could be as impactful as anything that the Packers...

Evers tries again to boost CAFO fees as stakeholders seek permit program revamp

Gov. Tony Evers is again proposing a hike in concentrated animal feeding operation permit fees, though the ask isn’t as high as...
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