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New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband

New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband

Federal infrastructure funding to states depends on FCC internet connectively maps.

Climate Change Causes Swings in Lake Michigan Water Level

Climate Change Causes Swings in Lake Michigan Water Level

Expert panel predicts warmer, wetter lake; study says 17 inches higher by 2050.

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

State oversight body allowed one project. Solar advocates push for general approval.

Baldwin Proposes Federal Travel Funding For Abortion Seekers

Baldwin Proposes Federal Travel Funding For Abortion Seekers

But abortion rights advocates say bill unlikely to get through Congress.

UW System Creates Midwest Tuition Rate

UW System Creates Midwest Tuition Rate

Aims to continue flow of midwestern students after Illinois pulls out of regional exchange program.

Vos Open To Changing Shared Revenue for Local Governments

Vos Open To Changing Shared Revenue for Local Governments

Assembly Speaker admits inflation squeezing governments' ability to pay employees.

After North Carolina Attack, Wisconsin Utilities Say They’re Prepared

After North Carolina Attack, Wisconsin Utilities Say They’re Prepared

Two electrical substations in NC were knocked offline by gunfire, cutting service to 45,000 customers.

Five of Eight Wisconsin Congressional Representatives Vote For Defense of Marriage Act
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

Health Care Groups Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court To Block Ivermectin Order

Health Care Groups Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court To Block Ivermectin Order

Circuit court ruled that hospital must provide drug to patient. Appeals court paused ruling.

Why Is A Wauwatosa School Board Member Suing His Colleagues?

Why Is A Wauwatosa School Board Member Suing His Colleagues?

Mike Meier alleges open meetings violation in approval of gender identity curriculum.

Enrollment Up More Than 10% At Wisconsin Technical Colleges

Enrollment Up More Than 10% At Wisconsin Technical Colleges

Following COVID-19 decline, all 16 technical colleges saw enrollment growth last school year.