Environment

‘Dead Zones’ Growing in State, Midwest

‘Dead Zones’ Growing in State, Midwest

As nutrient runoff depletes oxygen from parts of rivers and lakes, fish can’t live there.

We Energies Seeks Solar Monopoly?

We Energies Seeks Solar Monopoly?

Critics charge its rent-a-roof program could create monopoly, increase costs for some customers.

More Oil Will Flow Through State

More Oil Will Flow Through State

Wisconsin a “guinea pig” for huge increase in oil by Enbridge pipelines, critics charge.

Earth As Hot as 3 Million Years Ago?

Earth As Hot as 3 Million Years Ago?

UW researchers say earth could be as hot as Pliocene period by 2030s.

Climate Change Hurting State Highways

Climate Change Hurting State Highways

Federal report says flooding a particular problem in Midwest.

15 Great Lakes Sites At Risk for Oil Spills

15 Great Lakes Sites At Risk for Oil Spills

Binational science advisory board report shows potential for damage from crude oil spills.

Great Lakes Compact Council Passes Changes

Great Lakes Compact Council Passes Changes

But region’s mayors, native tribes, call for more input on water withdrawals.

MKE County: Fight for Sanctuary Woods Continues
MKE County

Fight for Sanctuary Woods Continues

Wauwatosa officials seem to favor saving woods, but county officials have failed to act.

Stinkbugs Invading State, County

Stinkbugs Invading State, County

Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs, invasive Asian species, can damage crops, stink up buildings.

Op Ed: Judge Extends Deadline on Foxconn Case
Op Ed

Judge Extends Deadline on Foxconn Case

Company’s proposed diversion of Lake Michigan water is illegal, environmental groups charge.

Climate Report Sees Trouble for Farmers

Climate Report Sees Trouble for Farmers

Higher temperatures, more frequent, intense rains could reduce agricultural production in Midwest.

Great Lakes Echo: State’s Dead Deer Help Detect Disease
Great Lakes Echo

State’s Dead Deer Help Detect Disease

Data from Wisconsin’s deer used for early detection of Chronic Wasting Disease.