State’s Cheesemakers Against the World
26 countries and 36 states will compete at 2020 World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison.
Feb 10th, 2020
State Lost 10% of Dairy Farms in 2019
Low milk prices blamed for record breaking loss of farms.
Jan 7th, 2020
More Banks May Serve Hemp Businesses
Survey shows those willing to provide loans has risen from 17% a year ago to 48% today.
Jan 6th, 2020
State’s Egg Producers Set New Records
Demand for cage-free eggs helps drive 19% increase in production in 2019.
Jan 4th, 2020
New Group Promotes Ethical Political Leadership
LeaderEthics Wisconsin offers 2020 Citizen’s Guide, hopes to battle disinformation.
Jan 2nd, 2020
Big Property Tax Hikes Hitting State
Report predicts highest increases in a decade, driven by state’s school districts.
Dec 19th, 2019
Green Groups Sue Public Service Commission
Two PSC members who okayed transmission lines had ties to utilities pushing project, suit charges.
Dec 12th, 2019
China Tariffs Hurting Farmers, Kind Says
Congressman pushes Trump to settle trade war, help farmers losing out on export markets.
Dec 8th, 2019
Farm Groups Support Agriculture Secretary
Republicans threaten to force firing of Evers’ secretary Brad Pfaff; farm groups object.
Nov 5th, 2019
Hemp Growers Assail State Regulators
Delays by state in testing fields means some growers lose valuable crops.
Oct 14th, 2019
Organic Valley Now 100% Renewable
Largest food company in the world to get 100 percent of its energy from renewables.
Sep 3rd, 2019
Vaping-Related Diseases Traced to THC
State health officials warn against THC vaping products as state, national investigations grow.
Aug 30th, 2019
State’s Exports Down in 2019
But survey shows 67% of businesses support Trump tariffs.
Jul 23rd, 2019
Statewide Meetings Held on Student Loans
Governor’s task force holds meetings across Wisconsin to understand crisis, find answers.
Jun 16th, 2019
Monarch Butterfly Population Could Increase
Numbers traveling from Mexico higher this year. Efforts to replenish habitat, reduce pesticide use needed.
May 28th, 2019
Alcohol Abuse Causes Foster Care Placements
Adults drinking takes toll on children, cited in 80% of foster care placements in one county.
May 25th, 2019
Cross Says Budget Process Causes Competition
UW System president says various campuses competing to get scarce funds for new facilities.
May 22nd, 2019
State Grows Non-Polluting Jobs
Report finds 2.4% increase in renewable energy and energy efficiency jobs in 2018.
Apr 11th, 2019
Baldwin Wants More Federal Help With Flooding
State’s flooded areas need more help and changes in federal flood insurance needed, says Senator.
Apr 7th, 2019
Life Harder for Less Educated Workers
New report finds they have higher out-of-pocket medical expenses, lower life expectancy.
Mar 28th, 2019
Evers Says GOP Discouraging Private Donors
Legislators' rejection of capital budget may scare away private donations to university projects, governor says.
Mar 23rd, 2019
New Project Doubles State’s Solar Output
Dairyland Power Cooperative will purchase 149 megawatts from Jefferson County solar farm.
Mar 19th, 2019
Farmers, Environmentalists Applaud Water Quality Trading Bill
GOP bill would create a clearinghouse to trade credits from reducing water pollution.
Feb 28th, 2019
Ron Johnson Calls for Ending Tariffs
Study shows Wisconsin could lose 14,000 jobs from Trump’s tariffs.
Feb 8th, 2019
Evers Demands Respect for State Employees
First executive order prohibits discrimination in state employment, second calls on agencies to respect all employees.
Jan 9th, 2019
Federal Shutdown Impacts State Businesses
Wisconsin businesses booked more than $4.3 billion in government contracts in 2018.
Jan 7th, 2019
Many Wells Contaminated in SW Wisconsin
Survey finds almost half of private wells tested in the area are contaminated
Jan 4th, 2019
Regents Okay Pay Hike for UW Staff
UW System officials say uncompetitive pay causing faculty turnover.
Dec 8th, 2018
State Enjoys Low Food Prices for Holiday
Survey of grocery stores finds fourth straight year of price declines.
Nov 21st, 2018
Southwest Wisconsin Swings Democratic
Four key counties that helped elect Trump switched to Evers, Baldwin.
Nov 8th, 2018
