AT&T Will End Traditional Landline Service in Wisconsin by 2030
Experts say the change poses risks for older, more rural customers.
Dec 17th, 2024
Largest Solar Project in Wisconsin History Approved
State regulators approve Portage County project 4 times larger than any in Wisconsin.
Dec 14th, 2024
With 1,114 Employees, Foxconn Earns $9 Million in Tax Credits
Foxconn saw slower job growth in 2023 as it gets closer to maxing out $80M in available tax credits.
Dec 13th, 2024
We Energies Plans New Gas-Fired Power Plant
Kenosha County project could emit 590,000 tons in greenhouse gas per year.
Dec 10th, 2024
Senate Passes Bill By Baldwin, VP-Elect Vance
But it faces a tight timeline in U.S. House to become law.
Dec 6th, 2024
Wisconsin Sets New Record High For Registered Apprentices
Commonly associated with construction trades, state program includes more than 200 occupations.
Dec 5th, 2024
Trump Tariffs a Threat to Wisconsin Manufacturing?
Report warns of possible trade war affecting state's $12 billion in annual exports.
Dec 4th, 2024
Sun Badger Solar Customers Won’t Get Refund for Unfinished Projects
Company in receivership after alleged $500,000 embezzlement by former employee.
Dec 3rd, 2024
Menominee Tribe Has 70% Decline in Overdose Deaths, Hospitalizations
More education, increased supply of fentanyl test strips and Narcan credited.
Nov 27th, 2024
‘Our Community Is Terrified’ — Mass Deportations Feared
State immigrants rights group, attorneys consider threat from second Trump term.
Nov 18th, 2024
For Sixth Straight Month, Wisconsin Sets New Employment Record
Unemployment stays near record lows, state workforce participation continues to outpace the nation.
Nov 14th, 2024
Rate Increases Approved for We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service
Consumer advocate calls rate case 'huge missed opportunity to address the affordability crisis.'
Nov 8th, 2024
Immigrants Boost Wisconsin Economy, Report Finds
Paying $3 billion in annual taxes while growing state's population.
Nov 5th, 2024
Grothman Faces Political Newcomer in Bid To Keep His Congressional Seat
Zarbano faces uphill climb. The district has been in Republican hands since the 1960s.
Oct 27th, 2024
What Will Wisconsin Spend $4.6 Billion Surplus On?
Next budget will have room for investment but Policy Forum expert says lawmakers will need caution.
Oct 17th, 2024
Walz Tells Wisconsin Democrats It’s ‘All Gas and No Brake’ Through Election Day
In Green Bay appearance, Walz says Trump's comments on use of military on critics are 'un-American.'
Oct 15th, 2024
Charlie Sykes Endorses Kamala Harris
Joining former radio host are former Republican State Senate majority leader, former Court of Appeals judge.
Oct 11th, 2024
We Energies Crews Helping Restore Power in Florida
Wisconsin Red Cross volunteers are also on the ground in Florida providing aid.
Oct 11th, 2024
As Election Day Nears, The Economy Remains Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters
Views on economy not as negative as a year ago, but inflation still a concern.
Oct 8th, 2024
Wisconsin Will Need 10,000 More Elder Care Workers By 2030
State's 75-plus population will grow 41% by end of decade.
Oct 7th, 2024
Brett Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease
Former Packer was testifying to Congress about his alleged misuse of taxpayer funds.
Sep 24th, 2024
Environmental Groups Push Microsoft to Power Data Centers With Clean Energy
Its energy needs in Mount Pleasant will be met by We Energies $2 billion natural gas plan.
Sep 23rd, 2024
More Than Half of Wisconsin Counties, including Milwaukee, Have Fewer Jobs Than They Did in 2019
Dane County leads the way in new jobs.
Sep 13th, 2024
Property Tax Levies Across State Saw Biggest Hike Since 2007
But overall property tax rate in Wisconsin declined for 10th straight year, report finds.
Sep 8th, 2024
82 Wisconsin Clean Energy Projects Eligible for Federal Tax Incentives
National report says Wisconsin projects invested $18 billion, will gain from IRA law.
Sep 3rd, 2024
In De Pere, JD Vance Blasts Elections Commission for Keeping RFK Jr. on Ballot
Bipartisan commission followed state law in not removing RFK Jr.'s name.
Aug 29th, 2024
Could Medicaid Expansion, Rural Incentives Reduce Labor Shortage?
Final report by Governor’s Task Force on Healthcare Workforce offers recommendations.
Aug 21st, 2024
‘Energy Dome’ Project Moves Forward
Huge, nationally unique energy storage system in Columbia County could be online in 2027.
Aug 19th, 2024
UWM Will Help Midwest Community Colleges Provide Green Job Training
UW-Milwaukee will assist 9 community colleges in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois to establish training centers
Aug 15th, 2024
Microsoft Buys Yet More Land in Racine County
Now has 1,270-acre campus in area where Foxconn failed to build massive development.
Aug 14th, 2024
Tony Wied Wins Republican Primary for 8th Congressional District
Wied was endorsed by Donald Trump; will face Democrat Kristen Lyerly in November.
Aug 14th, 2024
Wisconsin Startup Investments Fell in 2023
So far in 2024, the state tech council has tracked $256M in startup investments.
Aug 6th, 2024
Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign
But will that help or hurt her chance to flip the Republican-leaning 8th Congressional District?
Aug 5th, 2024
Green Bay Area GOP Congressional Primary Tests Trump Endorsement
Three Republicans vying to replace Rep. Mike Gallagher, who sometimes clashed with Trump
Aug 1st, 2024
We Energies Wants Huge Rate Increase
Enough to pay for nearly $200 million spent on burying power lines, other storm prevention measures.
Jul 24th, 2024
Harley-Davidson Gets $89 Million Federal Grant for Electric Motorcycles
Part of huge federal investment in helping manufacturing while pursuing climate goals.
Jul 17th, 2024
Report Says Wisconsin Utilities On Track For Emissions Goals, Advocates Raise Concern
Advocates warn the report's data is provided by utilities and represents only a snapshot in time
Jul 11th, 2024
GOP Legislators Release Funds for Communities Losing 2-Year UW Schools
Gov. Evers has been pushing Joint Finance to release $20 million in aid approved in March.
Jul 10th, 2024
11 Injured in Escalator Malfunction at Brewers Game
Malfunction sends 6 to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Jul 1st, 2024
Milwaukee Tool Sued For Allegedly Using Forced Prison Labor
Supplier allegedly exploited and forced prisoners to do 'grueling work' under 'humiliating and dehumanizing' conditions
Jun 28th, 2024
Home Affordability in Wisconsin Hits All-Time Low
Realtors Association says it's the worst since group began tracking it in 2009.
Jun 26th, 2024
Packers Name Next President and CEO
Long-time executive Ed Policy will work with Mark Murphy until he retires in July 2025.
Jun 25th, 2024
Almost All of Wisconsin Could Have High-Speed Internet Access by 2030
PSC Chair Summer Strand said areas still lacking reliable broadband are the hardest to reach. Federal aid will help.
Jun 24th, 2024
6 UW Campuses Have Projected Deficits
Down from 10 last year after efforts to cut costs. Declining enrollment an issue.
Jun 17th, 2024
Jill Biden Visits Green Bay to Promote President’s Health Care Policies
Warns that Trump could pass cuts to Medicare, the ACA and Social Security.
Jun 14th, 2024
State Supreme Court Creates Committee to Address Attorney Shortage ‘Crisis’
Lack of lawyers raises constitutional concerns around right to a speedy trial
Jun 13th, 2024
State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot
WEC says it cannot initiate its own investigation, sworn complaint needed to start probe.
Jun 10th, 2024
Strike Halts Work At Many SE Wisconsin Construction Sites
Over 800 members of engineers union striking at more than a dozen sites.
Jun 8th, 2024
Wisconsin Unemployment Below 3% For First Time Since Last Summer
State continues to outperform the country on unemployment, labor force participation.
May 17th, 2024
Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech
Hired by Packers-Microsoft venture capital firm just weeks after leaving office.
May 14th, 2024
The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows
And most have a negative view, despite strong post-pandemic recovery.
May 13th, 2024
Ascension Systems Down Following “Cyber Security Event”
Ascension says it detected the breach Wednesday, but unclear if patient info was affected
May 9th, 2024
3 Large Solar Farms Set to Come Online
PSC to vote on 3 utility projects in Wisconsin generating a combined 650 megawatts of electricity.
May 7th, 2024
Court Overturns PSC Decision Allowing Third Party Financing of Solar Panels
Clean energy advocates call decision a setback for residential solar energy.
May 1st, 2024
Most Wisconsin Workers in 16 Years Died on Jobs in 2022
Report finds state had 125 workplace deaths, should be 'wake up call to employers.'
Apr 30th, 2024
Federal Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements Could Give Wisconsinites More Job Mobility
But rule is already being challenged in court. Certain industries rely heavily on agreements.
Apr 26th, 2024
Palermo’s Plans 200,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility
Pizza company's expansion in West Milwaukee will add 50 skilled labor jobs.
Apr 23rd, 2024
We Energies Wants Rate Hikes in 2025, 2026
WPS does, too. That would make 8 straight years of rate hikes for We Energies.
Apr 16th, 2024
What Will Happen To Wisconsin’s Shuttered Coal Plants?
Nearly half of Wisconsin's large coal power plants have closed in past two decades.
Apr 4th, 2024
Rep. Gallagher’s Supporters Chide ‘Grifters’ Backing His Expulsion
GOP division as Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes House Speaker to expel Gallagher.
Mar 27th, 2024
US Rep. Mike Gallagher Will Resign In April
Republican congressman was seen as a rising star, but is now walking away from elected office.
Mar 22nd, 2024
Wisconsin Home Prices Rising Faster Than Median Incomes
Since 2010, state has had 67,000 more new households than housing units, report finds.
Mar 20th, 2024
Rent Increases In Wisconsin Among Top 10 in Nation
Demand outpaces supply in nearly every category, pushing prices higher and higher.
Mar 15th, 2024
Wisconsin’s Gender Pay Gap Worse Than the Nation’s
State's women make 81% of what men earn. But corporate boards adding more women.
Mar 13th, 2024
Wisconsin Had Record-High Construction Jobs in January
Several factors cited, including warm weather and boom in federally funded projects.
Mar 11th, 2024
Max Security Prison Under Federal Investigation After Drugs, Phones Discovered
Gov. Tony Evers requested Waupun investigation. Prison employees may have committed crimes.
Mar 8th, 2024
State Officials Hear From Industry, Labor on Embracing AI
Goal to make changes without leaving workers behind, they tell governor's task force.
Mar 5th, 2024
Minority-Owned Businesses Growing in Wisconsin
Big growth since 1997, but state still ranks last in business ownership by people of color.
Mar 3rd, 2024
FBI Investigating Wisconsin Solar Company For Fraud
FBI sought communications between Sun Badger officials, employees
Feb 22nd, 2024
Wisconsin Home Construction Increased, But More Homes Are Needed
Construction hasn't reached pre-Great Recession levels, resulting in higher prices.
Feb 20th, 2024
Assembly Passes Bill That Would Limit Transmission Line Competition
Proposal was the most lobbied on issue in 2023.
Feb 16th, 2024
We Energies Plans $1.2 Billion Shift From Coal To Natural Gas In Oak Creek
But environmental groups argue the plan gets in the way of clean energy, climate goals
Feb 15th, 2024
Who Will Run For Gallagher’s Congressional Seat?
Big name Republicans -- and some Democrats -- may run for position.
Feb 13th, 2024
Green Bay Congressman Mike Gallagher Won’t Seek Reelection
Decision comes just after his vote against impeaching Homeland secretary caused a furor.
Feb 10th, 2024
Murphy To Retire in 2025, Packers Need New CEO
Mark Murphy will turn 70, triggering team policy. Led team to Super Bowl, renovated Lambeau, developed Titletown.
Feb 8th, 2024
Employees Sue Johnson Controls, Claiming Unpaid Commissions
10 employees owed many thousands of dollars from 'wage theft,' attorney charges.
Feb 6th, 2024
Most of State’s High-Paying Future Jobs Require College Degree
Report shows over half of jobs paying $50,000 or more will require a bachelor's degree.
Feb 5th, 2024
Labor Leaders Want 2024 To Be A Big Year for Unions
Poll says a supermajority of Americans now say they support unions. Groups hope to deliver more wins for workers.
Feb 1st, 2024
Remote Work in Wisconsin Declines
Down 20% in Milwaukee, Madison, but still higher than before pandemic.
Jan 29th, 2024
State’s Union Membership Up Slightly in 2023
While rate declined nationally, it rose in Wisconsin from 7.1% of workers to 7.4%.
Jan 24th, 2024
Inflation Has Declined, But Not Stamped Out, Fed Reserve Official Says
His speech to Wisconsin business executives says interest rates are likely near peak.
Jan 14th, 2024
Wisconsin Trails Neighboring States On EV Charging Stations
Only Iowa further behind. EV owners say Wisconsin needs more fast charging stations.
Jan 9th, 2024
Wisconsin’s Largest Solar Park Now Operational
Badger Hollow, owned by We Energies and two other utilities, has 830,000 panels.
Jan 6th, 2024
Kenosha City Council Approves Hard Rock Casino Deal
At least three other entities must still endorse deal.
Jan 4th, 2024
Wisconsin Behind Illinois, Minnesota in Solar Energy
Advocates say a few policy changes could help turn the tide.
Jan 3rd, 2024
UW Regents Fire La Crosse Chancellor Following Porn Revelation
Unanimous decision comes as Chancellor Joe Grow appeared in pornographic films with his video.
Dec 28th, 2023
Bill Gives State Regulators More Power Over Utility Construction Plans
Advocates say it could reduce costs for consumers. Utilities association opposes it.
Dec 27th, 2023
Baldwin-Sponsored Bill Funds Local Veterans Service Officers
Officers help veterans access services. Bill passed US Senate unanimously.
Dec 26th, 2023
Froedtert Finalizing Merger With Fox Valley Health Care Group
Froedtert-ThedaCare merger goes into effect Jan. 1, with separate brands remaining.
Dec 21st, 2023
Wisconsin Made Progress Toward Clean Energy in 2023
But needs to transition at faster rate to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Dec 18th, 2023
Property Taxes In Wisconsin Rising
But report says state tax credits should help bring this year's hike in line with pre-pandemic levels.
Dec 13th, 2023
Foxconn Will Get State Subsidy For 2022
Qualifies for third round of funding. 'There was never going to be... 13,000 jobs."
Dec 11th, 2023
Bay View Comic Book Store Acquires “Holy Grail” of Spider-Man Comics
Rare, 1962 comic book being sold on consignment basis, expected to fetch five-figure sum.
Dec 7th, 2023
GOP Legislators Push Bills to Double State’s EV Charging Stations
Using federal funds and exempting charging stations from being regulated as utilities.
Nov 28th, 2023
Lambeau Field Service Workers Seek Union
A National Labor Relations Board-supervised election will be held on Sunday.
Nov 27th, 2023
How Packers-Themed Beer Became a Statewide Player
A fan site partnered with Gathering Place Brewery to produce 'Carry the G'.
Nov 26th, 2023
Regulators Approve Utility Rate Increases, Reduce Allowed Profits
Utilities across Wisconsin sought to raise electricity prices.
Nov 23rd, 2023
Kohl’s President Leaves After 8 Months On Job
Net sales fell 5.2% year-over-year in latest quarter. CEO remains.
Nov 21st, 2023
GE HealthCare Consolidating Wisconsin Operations in Waukesha
Locations in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa with 1,000 workers will be moved in phases.
Nov 18th, 2023
Wisconsin Has More Demand Than Money For Broadband Expansion
$221 million in grant requests is five times the amount the state has available.
Nov 17th, 2023
Microsoft, State Announce Massive Data Center Expansion, Land Purchase
Company will own more land than Foxconn in Racine County business park.
Nov 11th, 2023
Declining Household Size Creates ‘Mismatch’ Says New Report
More homes needed not for more people, but for smaller household sizes.
Nov 2nd, 2023
We Energies Accelerates Plan To Stop Burning Coal
WEC Energy Group plans to quit using coal for energy by 2032, three years earlier than prior plan.
Nov 1st, 2023
State Poverty Below 2008 High, But Still Greater Than 20 Years Ago
New report finds falling manufacturing employment, union membership driving down wages.
Oct 27th, 2023
Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.
Oct 23rd, 2023
Bill Would Triple Eviction Notice Period For Long-Term Care Facilities
Shift from 30 to 90 days would give more time to find new housing.
Oct 19th, 2023
Should We Energies Get Another Rate Hike?
Last year residents saw nearly 11% increase. PSC hears from opponents.
Oct 17th, 2023
Native American Village Unearthed in Oshkosh Road Project
UWM archeologists are working to document the site.
Oct 16th, 2023
GOP Senators Introduce Protectionist Transmission Line Bill
Proposal would make it difficult for competitors to ATC to enter market.
Oct 13th, 2023
Amazon Expands in Wisconsin As State Joins FTC Lawsuit
Company has invested $9.5 billion, created 12,000 jobs in Wisconsin.
Oct 9th, 2023
More Wisconsin Manufacturers Are Optimistic About State’s Economy
But annual survey finds hiring and retention remain key concerns.
Oct 6th, 2023
Froedtert Will Fully Acquire Network Health
Will buy out Ascension Health's share of insurance provider in 23 counties.
Oct 4th, 2023
Investments in State Startups Declines
Dollars invested in early-stage Wisconsin companies in 2023 far below 2021 and 2022.
Oct 3rd, 2023
Wisconsin Wins Grant To Replace Troubled Unemployment System
Mainframe software system was burdened with backlogs in 2020, leaving thousands without answers or payment.
Sep 28th, 2023
Oak Creek Manufacturer Looks to Sell or Close
133 jobs at stake. Superior Die Set Corp. says it may have found buyer.
Sep 26th, 2023
State Utility Will Create Nationally Unique ‘Energy Dome’
Alliant Energy wins $30 million federal grant to create energy storage facility.
Sep 25th, 2023
State Can’t Regulate We Energies $100 Million Project for Microsoft
Critics blame Foxconn law's loopholes, call for legislative fix. 'It's outrageous.'
Sep 20th, 2023
State’s Elder Care Facilities Face Staffing, Budget Issues
Nearly two dozen nursing homes in Wisconsin have closed since 2020.
Sep 12th, 2023
Partnership Seeks to Make Wisconsin a Regional Tech Hub
15 consortium members say state's biohealth, manufacturing sectors make it an ideal site.
Sep 11th, 2023
College Course Teaches Packers History
New, no-credit, online course offers 104 years of Wisconsin pro football lore.
Sep 5th, 2023
Rep. Gallagher Climbs Green Bay Cell Tower
Climb comes after Gallagher, a Republican, voted against bill to bring $1 billion in broadband investment to state.
Aug 25th, 2023
GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Work Permits For Young Workers
Proposal would eliminate "red tape" in hiring 14- and 15-year-old workers.
Aug 24th, 2023
Heat Wave Could Tax Midwest’s Electric Grid
Wisconsin utilities, regulators say state's grid can handle this week's high temperatures.
Aug 23rd, 2023
We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants
Had planned shutdown of Oak Creeks unit in 2024 and 2025. Now not sure.
Aug 22nd, 2023
Milwaukee Ranks High in Downtown Foot Traffic Recovery
16th out of 63 major cities studied, better than most in Midwest, in post-pandemic recovery.
Aug 16th, 2023
Foxconn Selling Green Bay, Eau Claire ‘Centers’
Properties for sale for supposed to be innovation centers employing hundreds.
Aug 16th, 2023
American Transmission Co. Hires Former Utility Regulator
Ellen Nowak is now vice president of the company she was once charged with regulating.
Aug 4th, 2023
Packers Buy The Cheeseheads
Team buys Milwaukee company Foamation, which created the Cheesehead hat.
Jul 26th, 2023
Concerns About Forced Labor in China Delaying Wisconsin Solar Projects
Customs reviews needed for foreign-made panels that sit in Chicago-area warehouse.
Jul 21st, 2023
State Health Care Groups Benefitted From State Budget
Hiking Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals and funding education of medical personnel.
Jul 7th, 2023
Wisconsin Has Developed Technique That Could Recycle Flexible Plastics
Process developed by UW-Madison professor and Green Bay company still in early stages.
Jul 4th, 2023
State’s Home Prices Up 104% Over Last Decade
Median price rose from $144,000 to $294,000, rising faster then neighboring states.
Jul 3rd, 2023
Many State Businesses Embrace DEI
Future of Wisconsin's workforce depends on attracting young and diverse employees, business experts say.
Jun 28th, 2023
State’s Utilities Lag on Meeting Emission Reductions
We Energies, three other utilities likely to fall short of 2030 goals, PSC report says.
Jun 25th, 2023
Public Service Commission Could Create New Aid For Low-Income We Energies Customers
New programs would help mitigate rising energy bills.
Jun 15th, 2023
Wisconsin’s 2022 Tourism Broke Records
$23.7 billion economic impact the highest ever, with most overnight stays.
Jun 14th, 2023
Record Low Unemployment Gives State’s Workers Bargaining Power
Lowest-wage workers have seen the biggest gains from tight labor market.
Jun 12th, 2023
Commission Approves New Equipment For Wisconsin Elections
Election Systems and Software approved to sell equipment that replaces Windows 7 based system.
Jun 2nd, 2023
Over 100 Hospitals Push Legislature to Hike Medicaid Funding
Citing state budget surplus as 'historic opportunity' to increase reimbursement rate.
May 23rd, 2023
Wisconsin Has Nation’s Second Best Small Business Survival Rate
43% still in business after 10 years. Only Iowa had higher survival rate.
May 16th, 2023
How Will Hospital Mergers Impact Patients?
Four big mergers in state in six months Will it mean better care? Higher prices?
May 8th, 2023
Wisconsin A Leader In Labor Force Participation
State's prime working-age women lead the way.
May 5th, 2023
Wisconsin Homes Becoming Less Affordable, Listings Decreasing
Economist predicts supply of homes for first-time buyers won't meet demand for at least the next year.
Apr 21st, 2023
Birthplace of Republican Party Moving
Little White Schoolhouse in Ripon moved to a new location, fueling anger by GOP leaders.
Apr 19th, 2023
State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15
Advocates charge that energy shutoffs will hit low income, mostly minority households.
Apr 4th, 2023
GOP Bill Allows Community Solar Projects By Private Developers
Current law bars this. Main opponent to proposal is big utilities like We Energies.
Mar 22nd, 2023
State Job Layoffs a Sign of Economic Slowdown?
Rise in layoffs so far in 2023. But unemployment in Wisconsin still near historic low.
Mar 21st, 2023
Foxconn, We Energies Building Solar Farm at Factory Campus
2,000-panel installation will produce enough electricity to power 300 homes.
Mar 10th, 2023
State Sees Rise in Child Labor Complaints
Part of a national trend. 'This is not a 19th century problem — this is a today problem.'
Mar 6th, 2023
Federal Inflation Reduction Act Could Add 24,000 Jobs in Wisconsin
While helping state grow its renewable energy, new report finds.
Mar 1st, 2023
State’s Housing Shortage Worse for Marginalized Groups
State needs 140,000 new housing units by 2030, also needs to grow affordable housing.
Feb 18th, 2023
Wisconsin Lost 106,000 People Under Age of 26 In Last Decade
Wisconsin's population grew over same time, much of it fueled by Dane County.
Feb 16th, 2023
State Sees Increase in New Businesses
500 new businesses per month since summer 2020. Why the rise?
Feb 9th, 2023
State’s Utilities Investing in Battery Storage
Facilitating storage of solar, wind energy. We Energies valley plant testing battery system.
Feb 3rd, 2023
State’s Union Membership the Lowest Since 1989
Dropping from about 21% of Wisconsin's workforce to just over 7%.
Jan 28th, 2023
After 9-Month Strike Racine Tractor Factory, Union Okay Contract
Racine’s CNH Industrial and UAW union and factory workers have agreement.
Jan 24th, 2023
Federal CHIPS Act Could Reduce State Manufacturers’ Shortage
'Every single product we ship will have at least one semiconductor.'
Jan 23rd, 2023
Pandemic Continues To Be A Drag On Wisconsin Office Leasing
Mixed data on downtown Milwaukee activity.
Jan 19th, 2023
State’s Cigarette Sales, Taxes Plummet
Taxes down 44% in 12 years, but outweighed by reduction in medical costs, report says
Jan 16th, 2023
Across Wisconsin, Zoning Codes Are Increasing Housing Costs
One of the barriers to providing affordable housing is restrictive zoning codes that often favor single-family homes.
Jan 13th, 2023
Green Bay, Fox Valley Want Passenger Rail
Municipal leaders ask federal authorities to consider rail line from Milwaukee to Green Bay.
Jan 11th, 2023
How Prohibition Saved the Packers
Green Bay flouted the laws prohibiting alcohol and visiting teams loved to come there.
Jan 3rd, 2023
Menominee Tribe Renews Push for Kenosha Casino
7 years after Gov. Walker rejected bid, tribal officials now want scaled-down version.
Dec 27th, 2022
Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits
After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.
Dec 23rd, 2022
More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices
Since pandemic more efforts to cut waste, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions.
Dec 17th, 2022
Two Major Hospital Mergers Will Impact Wisconsin Residents
Advocate Aurora was approved to merge with Atrium earlier this month. Gundersen and Bellin also merged.
Dec 16th, 2022
Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project
850,000 solar panels part of WEC Energy Group's $5.4 billion spending on green energy.
Dec 14th, 2022
Wisconsin Cities Working To Become More Inclusive Toward LGBTQ+ Community
Milwaukee, Madison and Racine boast perfect scores from Human Rights Campaign
Dec 9th, 2022
State’s Rent Prices Down, Evictions Up
Rents normalizing, declining in October as evictions return to pre-pandemic levels.
Dec 6th, 2022
State Manufacturers Embrace Automation
High percentage investing in robotics, cloud computing, other technology, citing labor shortage.
Nov 24th, 2022
State’s Biohealth Industry Growing Quickly
New report finds sector employs 77,000, has economic impact of $32 billion.
Nov 15th, 2022
State Tourism Rebounds Since Pandemic
Revenue up 21% in 2021, study finds, but business-oriented travel in Milwaukee hasn't fully recovered.
Nov 13th, 2022
La Follette Barely Leads Loudenbeck for Secretary of State
AP hasn't called race. Republican candidate John Lieber leads for State Treasurer.
Nov 9th, 2022
Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy
Evers uses 56% of federal ARPA funds for economic development, helps 6,600 businesses.
Nov 7th, 2022
Wisconsin Housing Shortage Compounding Worker Shortage
Shortage of available homes making it more difficult to find workers, raising prices.
Nov 3rd, 2022
State Workforce May Shrink by 2030
Report projects loss of 130,000 workers, unless there is in migration to Wisconsin.
Oct 25th, 2022
State Sees Increase in Women on Corporate Boards
Now comprise 26% of Wisconsin's top-50 public corporate boards, huge rise in 20 years.
Oct 22nd, 2022
State’s Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly
From 3.1% to 3.2%, still near a historic low, as state added 14,400 more private sector jobs last month.
Oct 22nd, 2022
New Report Explores Manufacturing in Wisconsin
Companies are optimistic despite challenges with hiring, supply chain delays and inflation.
Oct 18th, 2022
