Environment

MKE County: Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy
MKE County

Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy

Committee approves it. Full board could become first in state to endorse the movement.

Car Crashes A Leading Cause of Death For State’s Elk

Car Crashes A Leading Cause of Death For State’s Elk

Once gone from Wisconsin, there are now 515 elk in state, and the number is growing.

Despite Spring Surge, Great Lakes Water Levels Held Steady This Summer

Despite Spring Surge, Great Lakes Water Levels Held Steady This Summer

Water levels held unusually steady this summer when they would normally climb.

MKE County: DNR Funding New Beach for South Shore Park
MKE County

DNR Funding New Beach for South Shore Park

New South Shore Beach could be constructed in 2024.

PFAS Impact on Wildlife Draws Increased Scrutiny

PFAS Impact on Wildlife Draws Increased Scrutiny

From eagles to mussels, how do forever chemicals affect animals, scientists seek to learn.

Heat Wave Could Tax Midwest’s Electric Grid

Heat Wave Could Tax Midwest’s Electric Grid

Wisconsin utilities, regulators say state's grid can handle this week's high temperatures.

Eau Claire Sues PFAS Manufacturers

Eau Claire Sues PFAS Manufacturers

Lawsuit demands makers of 'forever' chemicals pay for cleanup of city wells and groundwater.

We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants

We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants

Had planned shutdown of Oak Creeks unit in 2024 and 2025. Now not sure.

Wildfires Spike In Wisconsin Amidst Drought Conditions

Wildfires Spike In Wisconsin Amidst Drought Conditions

Approximately 250 more wildfires than normal have started in 2023.

4% of Tested Water Systems In Wisconsin Exceed EPA’s Proposed PFAS Limits

4% of Tested Water Systems In Wisconsin Exceed EPA’s Proposed PFAS Limits

But all tested systems are meeting the state's less-stringent standard.

Residents Concerned I-94 Widening Would Increase Flooding In Nearby Neighborhoods

Residents Concerned I-94 Widening Would Increase Flooding In Nearby Neighborhoods

Valley Park, Merrill Park and other low-lying neighborhoods would see increased runoff.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Reconstruction Project Paused
MKE County

McKinley Beach Reconstruction Project Paused

Changes to the reconstruction plan have prompted reviews by state and federal agencies, delaying the project.