Tech
Judge Dismisses Challenge To Port Washington Data Center Subsidy
Ruling backs $15 billion campus incentives, but opponents vow to keep fighting the district.
Sep 23rd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mayor Picks AI-Focused Educator To Lead Milwaukee Public Library
Jean Darnell, a former school librarian and AI policy consultant, picked to lead $33 million department.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
$8 Billion Amazon Pact Supercharges Generac’s Data Center Business
Stock jumps as Wisconsin manufacturer becomes long-term backup power supplier for AWS sites worldwide.
Sep 17th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee’s Data Center Moratorium Heads To First Public Hearing
But an exemption is proposed for one influential organization.
Sep 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
At Port Washington Forum, Data Center Developers Face Skeptical Neighbors
Companies behind the Lighthouse campus highlight jobs and berms; residents ask about water, light and noise.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
New York Tech Firm Opens Second HQ in Milwaukee
CEO is from Shorewood, planning big growth.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
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
