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...
Dem bill would require certain retailers to include tariff costs on receipts
Dem lawmakers are circulating legislation that would require certain retailers to include tariff-related costs in sales receipts or invoices.
Boldt Co. aims to play active role in state’s data center development
The Boldt Company aims to play an active role in data center development in Wisconsin as the state attracts attention from developers...
Circulating legislation would change state law around renting mobile, manufactured homes
Lawmakers are seeking to change state law around renting mobile and manufactured homes, saying the effort would protect tenants amid the state’s...
Visual effects executive calls for guardrails on AI
A visual effects executive says “there needs to be guardrails” on AI as the technology becomes increasingly skilled at producing high-quality images...
WRA report shows home sales ‘relatively flat’ in July
Statewide home sales in July dipped 0.3% over the year as home prices and total listings increased over the same period, the...
Eli Lilly and Company contract reveals more details on tax credit agreement
Under the recently signed contract between WEDC and Eli Lilly and Company, the pharmaceutical business is eligible for up to $18 million...
Strudel wins Pressure Chamber pitch competition in Madison
A Madison-based startup called Strudel has won this year’s Pressure Chamber pitch competition with its AI-based tech support platform.
