WisContext
Why State Needs Startup Businesses
And how expanded entrepreneurship can fit into Wisconsin’s economy.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
The Tasing of Adam Trammel
Controversial diagnosis at Issue in death of man tased more than 12 times by West Milwaukee cops.
Jun 22nd, 2018 by Hayley Sperling, WisContext
Wrangling Over Foxconn’s Massive Water Plan
Legal battle over Great Lakes Compact language and company’s draw down of Lake Michigan water.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
The Collateral Damage From Bon-Ton’s Demise
Loss of anchor stores will force malls to reenvision future uses to attract foot traffic.
Jun 13th, 2018 by Will Kenneally, WisContext
The Art Of Gerrymandering Milwaukee
Mapping the outlines of representation in Wisconsin's legislative districts.
Jun 9th, 2018 by Malia Jones, WisContext
Wisconsin’s Modest Population Growth
2010-17 Census numbers capture patterns of urban growth and rural losses.
Jun 7th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
Biking Through Wisconsin History
How an old railroad line became The Badger State Trail
May 29th, 2018 by Donna Crane, WisContext
Lyme Disease Cases Up 22% in 2017
But still below high point of 2010-2011 for confirmed cases.
May 25th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
Worker Shortages, Burnout Threaten Nursing Homes
Report finds rise in stress, fatigue, financial pressures at state’s long-term care facilities.
May 19th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
Trump Tariffs Threaten State’s Exports
Wisconsin’s foreign exports total $22.4 billion per year, create 115,000 jobs.
May 13th, 2018 by Steven Deller, Tessa Conroy and Matthew Kures, WisContext
Eviction Law Impacts Domestic Violence Victims
State’s latest pro-landlord law makes it harder for abused partners with financial difficulties.
May 2nd, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
The Lust for Great Lakes Water
Expert notes past attempts and future threats to five Great Lakes.
Apr 30th, 2018 by Scott Gordon, WisContext
