Environment
With Sharp Criticism, Regulators Approve Electric Rates For Facebook-Meta Data Center
Public Service Commission members blasted lack of transparency around the Beaver Dam data center.
May 8th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
USDA, Wisconsin Scale Back Avian Flu Testing On Dairy Herds
Officials cite lower risk, but lab leaders warn surveillance could be undermined by staffing and funding cuts.
May 7th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Devil’s Lake Expansion May Be One of Stewardship Program’s Last Acts
Knowles-Nelson funding that protected 700,000 acres is set to expire at the end of June.
May 7th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
We Energies CEO Says Another Data Center Announcement is Coming
Scott Lauber optimistic about projects in the pipeline.
May 7th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsinites Support Fee Hikes to Sustain DNR Programs
Majority at public hearings in nearly every county supported higher fees.
May 5th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
Forest Service Chief Discusses Milwaukee Office Closure, Deep Budget Cuts
Trump's budget cut 75% of agency's funding, affects 43 employees in Milwaukee office.
May 4th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
One In Three Home Insurance Claims Are Denied. Here Is How To Respond.
Guidance for Wisconsin homeowners on documenting damage, disputing denials and finding help locally.
May 1st, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Would Let Wisconsin Blame Other States For Its Smog Problem
GOP lawmakers say Illinois and Indiana drive ozone levels; critics say air will not get cleaner here.
May 1st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Members Threaten to Bag New Leaf Collection Policy
Council says policy change was a surprise to them.
Apr 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Unveils New Rooftop Solar Installation
Latest sustainability push aims to reduce carbon footprint and utility costs. Homeowners can benefit, too.
Apr 30th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Severe Storms Push Milwaukee To Change Leaf And Street Sweeping Rules
Climate change, clogged drains and angry residents are driving DPW changes.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Could Have ‘A Big Year’ for Lyme Disease
Tick bites and emergency room visits soaring; warmer, wetter weather good for deer ticks.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
