Environment

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.

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.

Waukesha Officials Tour Milwaukee Water Plant

Waukesha Officials Tour Milwaukee Water Plant

Elected officials get up close tour of how their water will get from Lake Michigan to their taps.

Wisconsin Regulators Propose New Wolf Management Plan

Wisconsin Regulators Propose New Wolf Management Plan

Plan doesn't include population target, drawing ire of Republican lawmakers and hunters.

Report Highlights Plan to Address Drinking Water Contaminants

Report Highlights Plan to Address Drinking Water Contaminants

99% of public drinking water systems met standards in 2022, but PFAS, lead remain problematic.

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul Oppose 3M’s Proposed PFAS Settlement

Gov. Evers, AG Kaul Oppose 3M’s Proposed PFAS Settlement

Settlement would limit communities ability to sue over cleanup costs, damages.

Wisconsin Climatologist Offers Take On July Heat Wave

Wisconsin Climatologist Offers Take On July Heat Wave

It's not simply the same extreme heat the south is seeing connected to climate change. But that will change.