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‘Our Community Is Terrified’ — Mass Deportations Feared

‘Our Community Is Terrified’ — Mass Deportations Feared

State immigrants rights group, attorneys consider threat from second Trump term.

For Sixth Straight Month, Wisconsin Sets New Employment Record

For Sixth Straight Month, Wisconsin Sets New Employment Record

Unemployment stays near record lows, state workforce participation continues to outpace the nation.

Rate Increases Approved for We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service

Rate Increases Approved for We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service

Consumer advocate calls rate case 'huge missed opportunity to address the affordability crisis.'

Immigrants Boost Wisconsin Economy, Report Finds

Immigrants Boost Wisconsin Economy, Report Finds

Paying $3 billion in annual taxes while growing state's population.

Grothman Faces Political Newcomer in Bid To Keep His Congressional Seat

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.

What Will Wisconsin Spend $4.6 Billion Surplus On?

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.

Walz Tells Wisconsin Democrats It’s ‘All Gas and No Brake’ Through Election Day

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.'

Charlie Sykes Endorses Kamala Harris

Charlie Sykes Endorses Kamala Harris

Joining former radio host are former Republican State Senate majority leader, former Court of Appeals judge.

We Energies Crews Helping Restore Power in Florida

We Energies Crews Helping Restore Power in Florida

Wisconsin Red Cross volunteers are also on the ground in Florida providing aid.

As Election Day Nears, The Economy Remains Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters

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.

Wisconsin Will Need 10,000 More Elder Care Workers By 2030

Wisconsin Will Need 10,000 More Elder Care Workers By 2030

State's 75-plus population will grow 41% by end of decade.

Brett Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease

Brett Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease

Former Packer was testifying to Congress about his alleged misuse of taxpayer funds.

Environmental Groups Push Microsoft to Power Data Centers With Clean Energy

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.

More Than Half of Wisconsin Counties, including Milwaukee, Have Fewer Jobs Than They Did in 2019
Property Tax Levies Across State Saw Biggest Hike Since 2007

Property Tax Levies Across State Saw Biggest Hike Since 2007

But overall property tax rate in Wisconsin declined for 10th straight year, report finds.

82 Wisconsin Clean Energy Projects Eligible for Federal Tax Incentives

82 Wisconsin Clean Energy Projects Eligible for Federal Tax Incentives

National report says Wisconsin projects invested $18 billion, will gain from IRA law.

In De Pere, JD Vance Blasts Elections Commission for Keeping RFK Jr. on Ballot

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.

Could Medicaid Expansion, Rural Incentives Reduce Labor Shortage?

Could Medicaid Expansion, Rural Incentives Reduce Labor Shortage?

Final report by Governor’s Task Force on Healthcare Workforce offers recommendations.

‘Energy Dome’ Project Moves Forward

‘Energy Dome’ Project Moves Forward

Huge, nationally unique energy storage system in Columbia County could be online in 2027.

UWM Will Help Midwest Community Colleges Provide Green Job Training

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

Microsoft Buys Yet More Land in Racine County

Microsoft Buys Yet More Land in Racine County

Now has 1,270-acre campus in area where Foxconn failed to build massive development.

Tony Wied Wins Republican Primary for 8th Congressional District

Tony Wied Wins Republican Primary for 8th Congressional District

Wied was endorsed by Donald Trump; will face Democrat Kristen Lyerly in November.

Wisconsin Startup Investments Fell in 2023

Wisconsin Startup Investments Fell in 2023

So far in 2024, the state tech council has tracked $256M in startup investments.

Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign

Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign

But will that help or hurt her chance to flip the Republican-leaning 8th Congressional District?

Green Bay Area GOP Congressional Primary Tests Trump Endorsement

Green Bay Area GOP Congressional Primary Tests Trump Endorsement

Three Republicans vying to replace Rep. Mike Gallagher, who sometimes clashed with Trump

We Energies Wants Huge Rate Increase

We Energies Wants Huge Rate Increase

Enough to pay for nearly $200 million spent on burying power lines, other storm prevention measures.

Harley-Davidson Gets $89 Million Federal Grant for Electric Motorcycles

Harley-Davidson Gets $89 Million Federal Grant for Electric Motorcycles

Part of huge federal investment in helping manufacturing while pursuing climate goals.

Report Says Wisconsin Utilities On Track For Emissions Goals, Advocates Raise Concern

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

GOP Legislators Release Funds for Communities Losing 2-Year UW Schools

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.

11 Injured in Escalator Malfunction at Brewers Game

11 Injured in Escalator Malfunction at Brewers Game

Malfunction sends 6 to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Milwaukee Tool Sued For Allegedly Using Forced Prison Labor

Milwaukee Tool Sued For Allegedly Using Forced Prison Labor

Supplier allegedly exploited and forced prisoners to do 'grueling work' under 'humiliating and dehumanizing' conditions

Home Affordability in Wisconsin Hits All-Time Low

Home Affordability in Wisconsin Hits All-Time Low

Realtors Association says it's the worst since group began tracking it in 2009.

Packers Name Next President and CEO

Packers Name Next President and CEO

Long-time executive Ed Policy will work with Mark Murphy until he retires in July 2025.

Almost All of Wisconsin Could Have High-Speed Internet Access by 2030

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.

6 UW Campuses Have Projected Deficits

6 UW Campuses Have Projected Deficits

Down from 10 last year after efforts to cut costs. Declining enrollment an issue.

Jill Biden Visits Green Bay to Promote President’s Health Care Policies

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.

State Supreme Court Creates Committee to Address Attorney Shortage ‘Crisis’

State Supreme Court Creates Committee to Address Attorney Shortage ‘Crisis’

Lack of lawyers raises constitutional concerns around right to a speedy trial

State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot

State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot

WEC says it cannot initiate its own investigation, sworn complaint needed to start probe.

Strike Halts Work At Many SE Wisconsin Construction Sites

Strike Halts Work At Many SE Wisconsin Construction Sites

Over 800 members of engineers union striking at more than a dozen sites.

Wisconsin Unemployment Below 3% For First Time Since Last Summer

Wisconsin Unemployment Below 3% For First Time Since Last Summer

State continues to outperform the country on unemployment, labor force participation.

Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech

Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech

Hired by Packers-Microsoft venture capital firm just weeks after leaving office.

The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows

The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows

And most have a negative view, despite strong post-pandemic recovery.

Ascension Systems Down Following “Cyber Security Event”

Ascension Systems Down Following “Cyber Security Event”

Ascension says it detected the breach Wednesday, but unclear if patient info was affected

3 Large Solar Farms Set to Come Online

3 Large Solar Farms Set to Come Online

PSC to vote on 3 utility projects in Wisconsin generating a combined 650 megawatts of electricity.

Court Overturns PSC Decision Allowing Third Party Financing of Solar Panels

Court Overturns PSC Decision Allowing Third Party Financing of Solar Panels

Clean energy advocates call decision a setback for residential solar energy.

Most Wisconsin Workers in 16 Years Died on Jobs in 2022

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.'

Federal Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements Could Give Wisconsinites More Job Mobility

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.

Palermo’s Plans 200,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility

Palermo’s Plans 200,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility

Pizza company's expansion in West Milwaukee will add 50 skilled labor jobs.

We Energies Wants Rate Hikes in 2025, 2026

We Energies Wants Rate Hikes in 2025, 2026

WPS does, too. That would make 8 straight years of rate hikes for We Energies.

What Will Happen To Wisconsin’s Shuttered Coal Plants?

What Will Happen To Wisconsin’s Shuttered Coal Plants?

Nearly half of Wisconsin's large coal power plants have closed in past two decades.

Rep. Gallagher’s Supporters Chide ‘Grifters’ Backing His Expulsion

Rep. Gallagher’s Supporters Chide ‘Grifters’ Backing His Expulsion

GOP division as Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes House Speaker to expel Gallagher.

US Rep. Mike Gallagher Will Resign In April

US Rep. Mike Gallagher Will Resign In April

Republican congressman was seen as a rising star, but is now walking away from elected office.

Wisconsin Home Prices Rising Faster Than Median Incomes

Wisconsin Home Prices Rising Faster Than Median Incomes

Since 2010, state has had 67,000 more new households than housing units, report finds.

Rent Increases In Wisconsin Among Top 10 in Nation

Rent Increases In Wisconsin Among Top 10 in Nation

Demand outpaces supply in nearly every category, pushing prices higher and higher.

Wisconsin’s Gender Pay Gap Worse Than the Nation’s

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.

Wisconsin Had Record-High Construction Jobs in January

Wisconsin Had Record-High Construction Jobs in January

Several factors cited, including warm weather and boom in federally funded projects.

Max Security Prison Under Federal Investigation After Drugs, Phones Discovered

Max Security Prison Under Federal Investigation After Drugs, Phones Discovered

Gov. Tony Evers requested Waupun investigation. Prison employees may have committed crimes.

State Officials Hear From Industry, Labor on Embracing AI

State Officials Hear From Industry, Labor on Embracing AI

Goal to make changes without leaving workers behind, they tell governor's task force.

Minority-Owned Businesses Growing in Wisconsin

Minority-Owned Businesses Growing in Wisconsin

Big growth since 1997, but state still ranks last in business ownership by people of color.

FBI Investigating Wisconsin Solar Company For Fraud

FBI Investigating Wisconsin Solar Company For Fraud

FBI sought communications between Sun Badger officials, employees

Wisconsin Home Construction Increased, But More Homes Are Needed

Wisconsin Home Construction Increased, But More Homes Are Needed

Construction hasn't reached pre-Great Recession levels, resulting in higher prices.

Assembly Passes Bill That Would Limit Transmission Line Competition

Assembly Passes Bill That Would Limit Transmission Line Competition

Proposal was the most lobbied on issue in 2023.

We Energies Plans $1.2 Billion Shift From Coal To Natural Gas In Oak Creek

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

Who Will Run For Gallagher’s Congressional Seat?

Who Will Run For Gallagher’s Congressional Seat?

Big name Republicans -- and some Democrats -- may run for position.

Green Bay Congressman Mike Gallagher Won’t Seek Reelection

Green Bay Congressman Mike Gallagher Won’t Seek Reelection

Decision comes just after his vote against impeaching Homeland secretary caused a furor.

Murphy To Retire in 2025, Packers Need New CEO

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.

Employees Sue Johnson Controls, Claiming Unpaid Commissions

Employees Sue Johnson Controls, Claiming Unpaid Commissions

10 employees owed many thousands of dollars from 'wage theft,' attorney charges.

Most of State’s High-Paying Future Jobs Require College Degree

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.

Labor Leaders Want 2024 To Be A Big Year for Unions

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.

Remote Work in Wisconsin Declines

Remote Work in Wisconsin Declines

Down 20% in Milwaukee, Madison, but still higher than before pandemic.

State’s Union Membership Up Slightly in 2023

State’s Union Membership Up Slightly in 2023

While rate declined nationally, it rose in Wisconsin from 7.1% of workers to 7.4%.

Inflation Has Declined, But Not Stamped Out, Fed Reserve Official Says

Inflation Has Declined, But Not Stamped Out, Fed Reserve Official Says

His speech to Wisconsin business executives says interest rates are likely near peak.

Wisconsin Trails Neighboring States On EV Charging Stations

Wisconsin Trails Neighboring States On EV Charging Stations

Only Iowa further behind. EV owners say Wisconsin needs more fast charging stations.

Wisconsin’s Largest Solar Park Now Operational

Wisconsin’s Largest Solar Park Now Operational

Badger Hollow, owned by We Energies and two other utilities, has 830,000 panels.

Kenosha City Council Approves Hard Rock Casino Deal

Kenosha City Council Approves Hard Rock Casino Deal

At least three other entities must still endorse deal.

Wisconsin Behind Illinois, Minnesota in Solar Energy

Wisconsin Behind Illinois, Minnesota in Solar Energy

Advocates say a few policy changes could help turn the tide.

UW Regents Fire La Crosse Chancellor Following Porn Revelation

UW Regents Fire La Crosse Chancellor Following Porn Revelation

Unanimous decision comes as Chancellor Joe Grow appeared in pornographic films with his video.

Bill Gives State Regulators More Power Over Utility Construction Plans

Bill Gives State Regulators More Power Over Utility Construction Plans

Advocates say it could reduce costs for consumers. Utilities association opposes it.

Baldwin-Sponsored Bill Funds Local Veterans Service Officers

Baldwin-Sponsored Bill Funds Local Veterans Service Officers

Officers help veterans access services. Bill passed US Senate unanimously.

Froedtert Finalizing Merger With Fox Valley Health Care Group

Froedtert Finalizing Merger With Fox Valley Health Care Group

Froedtert-ThedaCare merger goes into effect Jan. 1, with separate brands remaining.

Wisconsin Made Progress Toward Clean Energy in 2023

Wisconsin Made Progress Toward Clean Energy in 2023

But needs to transition at faster rate to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Property Taxes In Wisconsin Rising

Property Taxes In Wisconsin Rising

But report says state tax credits should help bring this year's hike in line with pre-pandemic levels.

Foxconn Will Get State Subsidy For 2022

Foxconn Will Get State Subsidy For 2022

Qualifies for third round of funding. 'There was never going to be... 13,000 jobs."

Bay View Comic Book Store Acquires “Holy Grail” of Spider-Man Comics

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.

GOP Legislators Push Bills to Double State’s EV Charging Stations

GOP Legislators Push Bills to Double State’s EV Charging Stations

Using federal funds and exempting charging stations from being regulated as utilities.

Lambeau Field Service Workers Seek Union

Lambeau Field Service Workers Seek Union

A National Labor Relations Board-supervised election will be held on Sunday.

How Packers-Themed Beer Became a Statewide Player

How Packers-Themed Beer Became a Statewide Player

A fan site partnered with Gathering Place Brewery to produce 'Carry the G'.

Regulators Approve Utility Rate Increases, Reduce Allowed Profits

Regulators Approve Utility Rate Increases, Reduce Allowed Profits

Utilities across Wisconsin sought to raise electricity prices.

Kohl’s President Leaves After 8 Months On Job

Kohl’s President Leaves After 8 Months On Job

Net sales fell 5.2% year-over-year in latest quarter. CEO remains.

GE HealthCare Consolidating Wisconsin Operations in Waukesha

GE HealthCare Consolidating Wisconsin Operations in Waukesha

Locations in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa with 1,000 workers will be moved in phases.

Wisconsin Has More Demand Than Money For Broadband Expansion

Wisconsin Has More Demand Than Money For Broadband Expansion

$221 million in grant requests is five times the amount the state has available.

Microsoft, State Announce Massive Data Center Expansion, Land Purchase

Microsoft, State Announce Massive Data Center Expansion, Land Purchase

Company will own more land than Foxconn in Racine County business park.

Declining Household Size Creates ‘Mismatch’ Says New Report

Declining Household Size Creates ‘Mismatch’ Says New Report

More homes needed not for more people, but for smaller household sizes.

We Energies Accelerates Plan To Stop Burning Coal

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.

State Poverty Below 2008 High, But Still Greater Than 20 Years Ago

State Poverty Below 2008 High, But Still Greater Than 20 Years Ago

New report finds falling manufacturing employment, union membership driving down wages.

Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub

Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub

Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.

Bill Would Triple Eviction Notice Period For Long-Term Care Facilities

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.

Should We Energies Get Another Rate Hike?

Should We Energies Get Another Rate Hike?

Last year residents saw nearly 11% increase. PSC hears from opponents.

Native American Village Unearthed in Oshkosh Road Project

Native American Village Unearthed in Oshkosh Road Project

UWM archeologists are working to document the site.

GOP Senators Introduce Protectionist Transmission Line Bill

GOP Senators Introduce Protectionist Transmission Line Bill

Proposal would make it difficult for competitors to ATC to enter market.

Amazon Expands in Wisconsin As State Joins FTC Lawsuit

Amazon Expands in Wisconsin As State Joins FTC Lawsuit

Company has invested $9.5 billion, created 12,000 jobs in Wisconsin.

More Wisconsin Manufacturers Are Optimistic About State’s Economy

More Wisconsin Manufacturers Are Optimistic About State’s Economy

But annual survey finds hiring and retention remain key concerns.

Froedtert Will Fully Acquire Network Health

Froedtert Will Fully Acquire Network Health

Will buy out Ascension Health's share of insurance provider in 23 counties.

Investments in State Startups Declines

Investments in State Startups Declines

Dollars invested in early-stage Wisconsin companies in 2023 far below 2021 and 2022.

Wisconsin Wins Grant To Replace Troubled Unemployment System

Wisconsin Wins Grant To Replace Troubled Unemployment System

Mainframe software system was burdened with backlogs in 2020, leaving thousands without answers or payment.

Oak Creek Manufacturer Looks to Sell or Close

Oak Creek Manufacturer Looks to Sell or Close

133 jobs at stake. Superior Die Set Corp. says it may have found buyer.

State Utility Will Create Nationally Unique ‘Energy Dome’

State Utility Will Create Nationally Unique ‘Energy Dome’

Alliant Energy wins $30 million federal grant to create energy storage facility.

State Can’t Regulate We Energies $100 Million Project for Microsoft

State Can’t Regulate We Energies $100 Million Project for Microsoft

Critics blame Foxconn law's loopholes, call for legislative fix. 'It's outrageous.'

State’s Elder Care Facilities Face Staffing, Budget Issues

State’s Elder Care Facilities Face Staffing, Budget Issues

Nearly two dozen nursing homes in Wisconsin have closed since 2020.

Partnership Seeks to Make Wisconsin a Regional Tech Hub

Partnership Seeks to Make Wisconsin a Regional Tech Hub

15 consortium members say state's biohealth, manufacturing sectors make it an ideal site.

College Course Teaches Packers History

College Course Teaches Packers History

New, no-credit, online course offers 104 years of Wisconsin pro football lore.

Rep. Gallagher Climbs Green Bay Cell Tower

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.

GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Work Permits For Young Workers

GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Work Permits For Young Workers

Proposal would eliminate "red tape" in hiring 14- and 15-year-old workers.

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.

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.

Milwaukee Ranks High in Downtown Foot Traffic Recovery

Milwaukee Ranks High in Downtown Foot Traffic Recovery

16th out of 63 major cities studied, better than most in Midwest, in post-pandemic recovery.

Foxconn Selling Green Bay, Eau Claire ‘Centers’

Foxconn Selling Green Bay, Eau Claire ‘Centers’

Properties for sale for supposed to be innovation centers employing hundreds.

American Transmission Co. Hires Former Utility Regulator

American Transmission Co. Hires Former Utility Regulator

Ellen Nowak is now vice president of the company she was once charged with regulating.

Packers Buy The Cheeseheads

Packers Buy The Cheeseheads

Team buys Milwaukee company Foamation, which created the Cheesehead hat.

Concerns About Forced Labor in China Delaying Wisconsin Solar Projects

Concerns About Forced Labor in China Delaying Wisconsin Solar Projects

Customs reviews needed for foreign-made panels that sit in Chicago-area warehouse.

State Health Care Groups Benefitted From State Budget

State Health Care Groups Benefitted From State Budget

Hiking Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals and funding education of medical personnel.

Wisconsin Has Developed Technique That Could Recycle Flexible Plastics

Wisconsin Has Developed Technique That Could Recycle Flexible Plastics

Process developed by UW-Madison professor and Green Bay company still in early stages.

State’s Home Prices Up 104% Over Last Decade

State’s Home Prices Up 104% Over Last Decade

Median price rose from $144,000 to $294,000, rising faster then neighboring states.

Many State Businesses Embrace DEI

Many State Businesses Embrace DEI

Future of Wisconsin's workforce depends on attracting young and diverse employees, business experts say.

State’s Utilities Lag on Meeting Emission Reductions

State’s Utilities Lag on Meeting Emission Reductions

We Energies, three other utilities likely to fall short of 2030 goals, PSC report says.

Public Service Commission Could Create New Aid For Low-Income We Energies Customers

Public Service Commission Could Create New Aid For Low-Income We Energies Customers

New programs would help mitigate rising energy bills.

Wisconsin’s 2022 Tourism Broke Records

Wisconsin’s 2022 Tourism Broke Records

$23.7 billion economic impact the highest ever, with most overnight stays.

Record Low Unemployment Gives State’s Workers Bargaining Power

Record Low Unemployment Gives State’s Workers Bargaining Power

Lowest-wage workers have seen the biggest gains from tight labor market.

Commission Approves New Equipment For Wisconsin Elections

Commission Approves New Equipment For Wisconsin Elections

Election Systems and Software approved to sell equipment that replaces Windows 7 based system.

Over 100 Hospitals Push Legislature to Hike Medicaid Funding

Over 100 Hospitals Push Legislature to Hike Medicaid Funding

Citing state budget surplus as 'historic opportunity' to increase reimbursement rate.

Wisconsin Has Nation’s Second Best Small Business Survival Rate

Wisconsin Has Nation’s Second Best Small Business Survival Rate

43% still in business after 10 years. Only Iowa had higher survival rate.

How Will Hospital Mergers Impact Patients?

How Will Hospital Mergers Impact Patients?

Four big mergers in state in six months Will it mean better care? Higher prices?

Wisconsin A Leader In Labor Force Participation

Wisconsin A Leader In Labor Force Participation

State's prime working-age women lead the way.

Wisconsin Homes Becoming Less Affordable, Listings Decreasing

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.

Birthplace of Republican Party Moving

Birthplace of Republican Party Moving

Little White Schoolhouse in Ripon moved to a new location, fueling anger by GOP leaders.

State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15

State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15

Advocates charge that energy shutoffs will hit low income, mostly minority households.

GOP Bill Allows Community Solar Projects By Private Developers

GOP Bill Allows Community Solar Projects By Private Developers

Current law bars this. Main opponent to proposal is big utilities like We Energies.

State Job Layoffs a Sign of Economic Slowdown?

State Job Layoffs a Sign of Economic Slowdown?

Rise in layoffs so far in 2023. But unemployment in Wisconsin still near historic low.

Foxconn, We Energies Building Solar Farm at Factory Campus

Foxconn, We Energies Building Solar Farm at Factory Campus

2,000-panel installation will produce enough electricity to power 300 homes.

State Sees Rise in Child Labor Complaints

State Sees Rise in Child Labor Complaints

Part of a national trend. 'This is not a 19th century problem — this is a today problem.'

Federal Inflation Reduction Act Could Add 24,000 Jobs in Wisconsin

Federal Inflation Reduction Act Could Add 24,000 Jobs in Wisconsin

While helping state grow its renewable energy, new report finds.

State’s Housing Shortage Worse for Marginalized Groups

State’s Housing Shortage Worse for Marginalized Groups

State needs 140,000 new housing units by 2030, also needs to grow affordable housing.

Wisconsin Lost 106,000 People Under Age of 26 In Last Decade

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.

State Sees Increase in New Businesses

State Sees Increase in New Businesses

500 new businesses per month since summer 2020. Why the rise?

State’s Utilities Investing in Battery Storage

State’s Utilities Investing in Battery Storage

Facilitating storage of solar, wind energy. We Energies valley plant testing battery system.

State’s Union Membership the Lowest Since 1989

State’s Union Membership the Lowest Since 1989

Dropping from about 21% of Wisconsin's workforce to just over 7%.

After 9-Month Strike Racine Tractor Factory, Union Okay Contract

After 9-Month Strike Racine Tractor Factory, Union Okay Contract

Racine’s CNH Industrial and UAW union and factory workers have agreement.

Federal CHIPS Act Could Reduce State Manufacturers’ Shortage

Federal CHIPS Act Could Reduce State Manufacturers’ Shortage

'Every single product we ship will have at least one semiconductor.'

Pandemic Continues To Be A Drag On Wisconsin Office Leasing

Pandemic Continues To Be A Drag On Wisconsin Office Leasing

Mixed data on downtown Milwaukee activity.

State’s Cigarette Sales, Taxes Plummet

State’s Cigarette Sales, Taxes Plummet

Taxes down 44% in 12 years, but outweighed by reduction in medical costs, report says

Across Wisconsin, Zoning Codes Are Increasing Housing Costs

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.

Green Bay, Fox Valley Want Passenger Rail

Green Bay, Fox Valley Want Passenger Rail

Municipal leaders ask federal authorities to consider rail line from Milwaukee to Green Bay.

How Prohibition Saved the Packers

How Prohibition Saved the Packers

Green Bay flouted the laws prohibiting alcohol and visiting teams loved to come there.

Menominee Tribe Renews Push for Kenosha Casino

Menominee Tribe Renews Push for Kenosha Casino

7 years after Gov. Walker rejected bid, tribal officials now want scaled-down version.

Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits

Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits

After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.

More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

Since pandemic more efforts to cut waste, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions.

Two Major Hospital Mergers Will Impact Wisconsin Residents

Two Major Hospital Mergers Will Impact Wisconsin Residents

Advocate Aurora was approved to merge with Atrium earlier this month. Gundersen and Bellin also merged.

Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project

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.

Wisconsin Cities Working To Become More Inclusive Toward LGBTQ+ Community

Wisconsin Cities Working To Become More Inclusive Toward LGBTQ+ Community

Milwaukee, Madison and Racine boast perfect scores from Human Rights Campaign

State’s Rent Prices Down, Evictions Up

State’s Rent Prices Down, Evictions Up

Rents normalizing, declining in October as evictions return to pre-pandemic levels.

State Manufacturers Embrace Automation

State Manufacturers Embrace Automation

High percentage investing in robotics, cloud computing, other technology, citing labor shortage.

State’s Biohealth Industry Growing Quickly

State’s Biohealth Industry Growing Quickly

New report finds sector employs 77,000, has economic impact of $32 billion.

State Tourism Rebounds Since Pandemic

State Tourism Rebounds Since Pandemic

Revenue up 21% in 2021, study finds, but business-oriented travel in Milwaukee hasn't fully recovered.

La Follette Barely Leads Loudenbeck for Secretary of State

La Follette Barely Leads Loudenbeck for Secretary of State

AP hasn't called race. Republican candidate John Lieber leads for State Treasurer.

Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy

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.

Wisconsin Housing Shortage Compounding Worker Shortage

Wisconsin Housing Shortage Compounding Worker Shortage

Shortage of available homes making it more difficult to find workers, raising prices.

State Workforce May Shrink by 2030

State Workforce May Shrink by 2030

Report projects loss of 130,000 workers, unless there is in migration to Wisconsin.

State Sees Increase in Women on Corporate Boards

State Sees Increase in Women on Corporate Boards

Now comprise 26% of Wisconsin's top-50 public corporate boards, huge rise in 20 years.

State’s Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly

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.

New Report Explores Manufacturing in Wisconsin

New Report Explores Manufacturing in Wisconsin

Companies are optimistic despite challenges with hiring, supply chain delays and inflation.