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Data Wonk: The Rise and Fall of Affordable Care
Data Wonk

The Rise and Fall of Affordable Care

After tremendous progress the Big Beautiful Bill could slash number covered.

Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines

Move comes as federal FDA ends support of vaccines for most people.

Court Gives SE Wisconsin a Reprieve on Federal Smog Regulations

Court Gives SE Wisconsin a Reprieve on Federal Smog Regulations

December EPA order says failure to meet ozone standards brings health risks.

Lawsuit Fails to Overthrow Wisconsin’s Vape Ban

Lawsuit Fails to Overthrow Wisconsin’s Vape Ban

Trade group seeks to block 2023 law restricting sale of some vape products.

Murphy’s Law: Vivent Health Rakes in Donations, Pays Big Salaries
Murphy’s Law

Vivent Health Rakes in Donations, Pays Big Salaries

United Way-funded nonprofit pays $8 million over 4 years to top employees.

Green Bay Area Ducks Contaminated with ‘Forever Chemicals’

Green Bay Area Ducks Contaminated with ‘Forever Chemicals’

Warnings by state agencies to limit consumption given high levels of PFAS.

Baldwin Bill Extends Tax Credits to Cut ACA Health Insurance Costs

Baldwin Bill Extends Tax Credits to Cut ACA Health Insurance Costs

Wisconsin senator says some Senate Republicans 'quietly support' proposal.

Food Safety Experts Warn Staff Cuts Could Lead to Preventable Outbreaks

Food Safety Experts Warn Staff Cuts Could Lead to Preventable Outbreaks

Increased workloads, less protection may mean food inspectors don't flag safety violations.

Wisconsin Biologist is Among Those Fired By EPA After Signing Dissent Letter

Wisconsin Biologist is Among Those Fired By EPA After Signing Dissent Letter

Superior resident Alexander Cole was one of at least 2 people fired from the EPA lab in Duluth.

Report Identifies Staffing Shortages At All Wisconsin VA Hospitals

Report Identifies Staffing Shortages At All Wisconsin VA Hospitals

Hospitals are short dozens of psychiatrists, medical officers and nurses.

Veterans Say Klein Hall Gave Them a New Life

Veterans Say Klein Hall Gave Them a New Life

Now the Chippewa Falls facility closing after Republican legislators cut funding.

Will Ascension Wisconsin Get Dropped by UnitedHealthcare?

Will Ascension Wisconsin Get Dropped by UnitedHealthcare?

Insurer wants to extend contract talks past October 1 but Ascension refuses.