Tech
In Wisconsin Rapids, Data Center Objections Include Russian Connections
Adding to usual concerns about data centers, the developers' Russian ties are 'a sticking point.'
Aug 31st, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
Kenosha Residents Seek Pause On Microsoft Data Center Plan
Neighbors push for a moratorium, citing noise, water and transparency concerns.
Aug 27th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Will Get at Least $219 Million From Settlement With Meta
Could hit $313 million. One of the largest such settlements ever received, says Attorney General Kaul.
Aug 27th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Parent Group Pushing Madison Schools to Limit All Screens in Classrooms
Not just cell phones, which are already limited, but use of Chromebooks and other technology.
Aug 24th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Centers a Hot Issue As Governor’s Race Takes Off
Who will be tougher and smarter on data centers, Crowley or Tiffany?
Aug 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Oracle Drops Lawsuit Opposing Wisconsin Data Center Credit Rules
PSC's credit rating standards meant to protect ratepayers from risk of insolvent companies.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
City Financing Will Help Complete Bronzeville Arts and Tech Hub
Construction poised to start soon on next phase of $29 million development.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Regulators Force Do-Over For $1.7 Billion Data Center Power Line Plan
PSC revokes ATC’s application for Port Washington project, calling it a moving target.
Aug 7th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Rapids Becomes Flashpoint In State’s Data Center Backlash
Residents, comedians and a former NYC mayor collide over plans for the historic mill property.
Aug 7th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why Madison Suburb of DeForest Shot Down $12 Billion Data Center Project
No developer had offered such wide-ranging community investments and protections. Yet it was rejected.
Aug 4th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
American Transmission Co., We Energies Seek State Approval for Data Center Costs
Will it protect customers from paying for Mount Pleasant data center? 'The devil is in the details.'
Aug 3rd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
$10 Billion Data Center Proposal in Central Wisconsin Dropped to Avoid Public Process
Town chair in Columbia County said process must be public; company didn't pursue a deal.
Aug 3rd, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
