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We Energies, WPS Ask For 2027, 2028 Electric Rate Increases
Regulators will weigh utility plans that could add $18 to $22 a month to typical residential power bills by 2028.
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Report Ties Planned Gas Plants To 100-Plus Premature Deaths
UW researchers say southeast Wisconsin projects would boost fine particle pollution; utilities dispute the findings.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Who Will Build Wisconsin’s Grid for New Data Centers?
American Transmission Company has inside track. Will that cost more for ratepayers?
Mar 25th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy
Town of Beloit is fifth Wisconsin community to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
Opees Celebrate Open Government Champions
Winners include public officials, nonprofits and journalists.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Bill Lueders
Bill Would Give Local Governments Veto Power Over Solar, Wind Farms
GOP proposal would block state regulators from approving projects without local signoff first.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Menomonee Falls Could Get More Milwaukee Water
And Milwaukee will get more cash.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Opposes We Energies Data Center Plan
Ald. Dimitrijevic says proposal could leave ratepayers on the hook for new power plants.
Mar 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
PSC Requires Alliant Energy to Disclose Data Center Rates
Application's redactions block 'basic functions of open government,' says PSC official.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin’s Utility Energy Crisis
Poorly regulated public monopolies have created overstretched, unevenly maintained power grid.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Isaiah Ness
Milwaukee May Reduce Cost of Sprinkler Installation, Will It Matter?
City still seeking ways to save lives, improve safety of older apartment buildings.
Feb 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Superior Wants to Take Over Private Utility. Possible Price? $300 Million
Mayor Jim Paine called the projected price 'inflated' to deter city takeover.
Feb 24th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Wisconsin Assembly Is Done Legislating for 2026
Here's what lawmakers got done -- and left unfinished.
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search
Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
WI Senate Debates Competing Data Center Bills
Non-disclosure agreements, consumer costs, renewable energy key issues.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Trump’s EPA Says It Will Save Drivers Money. Wisconsin Experts See A Different Bill
Agency touts $1.3 trillion in savings as analysts project billions in added fuel and health costs here.
Feb 13th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Wisconsin PSC Public Hearing on Data Centers Draws Public Outcry
Critics say all ratepayers will be charged for 25% of data centers' infrastructure costs.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Alliant Energy Proposes Special Electric Rates for Meta’s Data Center
But document hides details, including amount of energy needed and termination costs.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Bill Targets ‘Revolving Door’ Between State Regulators and Utilities
PSC commissioners must wait 3 years after leaving office to take jobs with utilities.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
How Gale Klappa Got Rich
21 years of huge pay financed by We Energies ratepayers. Has any state CEO pocketed more?
Feb 4th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
PSC Analysts Say We Energies’ Data Center Rates Pose Risks to Customers
Interest groups say We Energies’ proposal needs changes to protect customers
Jan 29th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Legislators Adjourn in Two Months, Will Any Bills Get Passed?
Republican leaders plan to go home in two months, reconvene in Jan 2027.
Jan 26th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Environmental Coalition Calls For Pause In Data Center Development
Statewide coalition wants state to create sustainable development framework before more projects move forward.
Jan 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Assembly Backs Nuclear Tax Credits Amid Data Center Boom
Wide bipartisan vote advances 20-year incentives for new reactors, adds new rules.
Jan 23rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Assembly Passes GOP Bill to Regulate Data Centers
Democrats say bill will constrain renewable energy, cause higher emissions.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Alliant Energy Plans to Build $730 Million Wind Farm
277-megawatt Columbia County project with 40 wind turbines will power 100,000 homes.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?
Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'
Jan 13th, 2026 by Henry Redman
AI Boom Hits Home in Waldo, WI
Pristine creek, protected woods and wetlands caught in a spreading network of high-voltage power lines.
Jan 5th, 2026 by Christian Thorsberg
Former PSC Chair to Run Alliant Energy’s WI Utility Business
Watchdogs say 'revolving door' between utilities and regulating them is a concern.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Has Third Highest Hike in Winter Heating Bills
So says new study. Public Service Commission doesn’t know.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Ratepayers Owe $1 Billion on Shuttered Power Plants
Will ramp-up for energy-hungry data centers end with more 'stranded assets'?
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Tom Kertscher and Paul Kiefer
Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037
Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
State Bill Gives Tax Credits to New Nuclear Power Plants
12-1 bipartisan committee vote seeks more energy to supply data centers.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
We Energies, 2 Other Utilities Will Buy 4 Renewable Energy Projects
450 megawatt solar and wind projects should come online by 2027 and 2028.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Judge Urged to Block Plan Connecting New Power Plants to Midwest Grid
Fast-tracked process favors fossil fuels over clean energy, environmental groups say.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
State Heating Assistance Program Offers Funding Despite Federal Delays
Urging applications by low-income households for help paying their energy bills.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence
Wisconsin Communities Get $282 Million for Drinking Water Projects
State's Safe Drinking Water Loan Program helps 74 communities, led by Oak Creek.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Democratic Bill Targets Utility Prices
Bill would cap residential energy bills at 2% of household income.
Nov 12th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Democratic Lawmakers Propose ‘Policy Framework’ For Wisconsin Data Centers
Companies would be required to comply with labor, energy and sustainability requirements.
Nov 7th, 2025 by Henry Redman
We Energies Plans Nine Power Projects With $5.5 Billion Cost
Utility wants to build 7 solar projects, 2 new gas plants to create almost three gigawatts of new power.
Nov 6th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Data Center Secrecy Is Unacceptable
It's hiding information the public and electric customers have a right to know.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Tom Content
The Debate Over Data Centers
Controversial for local communities. Candidates for state office may have to pick sides.
Oct 27th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Port Washington Data Center Requires $1.4 Billion Transmission Line Project
The route and price tag of the 90-mile line are drawing concern.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Local Governments Voice Opposition To Proposed Solar Arrays
Projects big and small are encountering push back, state law change could empower municipalities.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Approves First Large-Scale Wind Project In More Than A Decade
Large solar project near Whitewater also approved.
Sep 30th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Five States Challenge Proposed $4.1 Billion Grid Investment in Wisconsin, 24 Midwest Projects
Wisconsin regulators oppose complaint, back reliability-focused spending plan.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Youth Sue State to Overturn Laws Affecting Climate Crisis
Environmental groups representing Wisconsin youth aged 8-17 filed lawsuit.
Aug 24th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking
Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Rate Case Likely To Result In Milwaukee Water Prices Increasing
State review comes as result of Waukesha water deal.
Jul 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Federal Changes, Wisconsin Plans Again for Broadband Expansion
New Trump-era rules for $1 billion in funding for Wisconsin under Biden program.
Jul 14th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Gov. Ever Signs Bills That Aim To Restart Nuclear Power in Wisconsin
State will move forward finding the best location for a nuclear power plant.
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
We Energies Delays Retirement of Coal-Fueled Oak Creek Power Plant
Environmental group Clean Wisconsin says the decision is 'shortsighted' and 'profit-driven.'
Jun 26th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Budget Committee Funds Corrections Far Below What Evers Wanted
Democrats say budget won't fix, reform state prison system as needed.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin’s First Large-Scale Battery Storage System Comes Online
$574 million Kenosha County project could power 130,000 homes for 4 hours.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Federal Agency Finds Great Lakes Tunnel Project Poses ‘Detrimental’ Effects to Water, Wetlands
But the Army Corps says Line 5 project effects would mostly be short-term.
May 31st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
We Energies Wins Approval To Build New Natural Gas Plants
Regulators say projects are warranted to meet rising energy demand. Coalition opposes fuel type.
May 22nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Parties Still Apart on State Budget
Republicans want a meeting with Evers. Democrats criticize GOP Senate bills as minor items.
May 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Senate Votes To Make Sharing ‘Deepfake’ Nude Images A Felony
Bill author says legislation needed to protect residents as AI capabilities advance.
May 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Will Power-Hungry Data Centers Increase Pollution in Wisconsin?
Critics say We Energies gas plant would hike pollution, energy costs for decades.
May 13th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
What Are Data Centers? How Will They Change Wisconsin?
Will support AI. Just one project could use as much energy as all of Milwaukee.
May 12th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
How Wisconsin Woos Big Tech
Legislature passed tax exemption on land, site improvements, IT and electricity.
May 5th, 2025 by Bennet Goldstein
Trump Tariffs Hiking Costs, Limiting Options for Wisconsin Solar
High tariffs could make some projects in state 'economically unfeasible.'
May 5th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Milwaukee Prepares To Raise Water Prices
One price increase coming this summer, with a potentially larger one to follow.
May 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Lawmakers Discuss Pro-Nuclear Energy Bills
GOP bills would conduct nuclear siting study, convene nuclear conference in Madison
Apr 24th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Wisconsin’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Endangered?
Trump administration fired entire staff running federal energy assistance program.
Apr 15th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
New Rates From We Energies Intended To Make Data Centers Cover Their Costs
The proposal comes as several energy-intensive data centers are planned within We Energies’ service territory
Apr 4th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin a Leader in Using Signal App to Hide Public Records?
Trump administration’s bizarre sharing of U.S. battle plans involved use of Signal.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
We Energies’ $2B Gas Infrastructure Plan Draws Opposition
Trade unions promote construction jobs project would create.
Mar 26th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Can Milwaukee Buy We Energies?
The idea has become a key point in the Third District aldermanic race. Is it feasible?
Mar 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump’s Canadian Tariffs Could Impact Wisconsin Energy Prices
Wisconsin utilities import small amount of electricity from Manitoba province.
Mar 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Evers Budget Removes State Senate Power to Block His Political Appointees
His attempt to overturn lame duck laws passed in 2018 criticized by Republicans.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
GOP Lawmakers Push For More Nuclear Power in Wisconsin
Discussion comes as new Microsoft data center expected to use more power than every house in Dane County.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
New Bill Requires Local Governments to Approve Solar and Wind Projects
As number of projects grow Wisconsin Republican legislators want local sign-off.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Planned Natural Gas Plant Would Produce 25% of the Emissions of Its Predecessor
But Clean Wisconsin says basis for comparison is flawed.
Jan 30th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Driven By Renewables, Wisconsin Will See $4 Billion in Transmission Projects
Midwest electrical grid operator approves record 488 projects across 15 states.
Jan 2nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
More Clean Energy Projects Coming Online in Wisconsin
2 added in 2024, 2 more coming in 2025, with 7 more projects seeking approval.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Evers Appoints New DNR Secretary After Yearlong Vacancy
Karen Hyun was most recently the chief of staff for NOAA.
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Largest Solar Project in Wisconsin History Approved
State regulators approve Portage County project 4 times larger than any in Wisconsin.
Dec 14th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
We Energies Plans New Gas-Fired Power Plant
Kenosha County project could emit 590,000 tons in greenhouse gas per year.
Dec 10th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Is Wisconsin 45th in Broadband Internet?
So says new report. But state regulators say data is incomplete.
Nov 29th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Utility Hikes, Democratic Losses and the Wealth Gap
As Evers appointees rewarded utility execs, Kamala Harris backed off taxing corporations.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Rate Increases Approved for We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service
Consumer advocate calls rate case 'huge missed opportunity to address the affordability crisis.'
Nov 8th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
The DNR Has Been Without A Leader For One Year
Gov. Evers has yet to appoint a replacement for Adam Payne. Power struggle with Legislature a factor.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Group Opposes We Energies Rate Increases, Marches To Public Hearing
Protesters called for more renewable energy. Utility says rates are part of renewable transition.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Nick Rommel
Wisconsin Utilities Propose $1.9 Billion in Renewable Energy Projects
We Energies, WPS and MGE back five projects. But what will it cost ratepayers?
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Environmental Groups Push Microsoft to Power Data Centers With Clean Energy
Its energy needs in Mount Pleasant will be met by We Energies $2 billion natural gas plan.
Sep 23rd, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Mount Pleasant, Racine in Legal Battle Over Water After Foxconn Failure
Racine mayor says the city didn't get promised benefits, wants new water deal.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Evan Casey
We Energies Wants More of Your Money
Monopoly utility wants a 24% hike in residential rates over 4 years. Plus future increases.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
‘Energy Dome’ Project Moves Forward
Huge, nationally unique energy storage system in Columbia County could be online in 2027.
Aug 19th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
U.S. Energy Secretary Joins State, Milwaukee Officials To Launch First in Nation Rebate Program
Wisconsin is the first state to launch a home energy efficiency rebate using funds from Inflation Reduction Act.
Aug 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
State Task Force Outlines Plans for $1 Billion Broadband Internet Expansion
Federal funds from Biden infrastructure program will bring broadband to 200,000 locations.
Jul 28th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
We Energies Wants Huge Rate Increase
Enough to pay for nearly $200 million spent on burying power lines, other storm prevention measures.
Jul 24th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Report Says Wisconsin Utilities On Track For Emissions Goals, Advocates Raise Concern
Advocates warn the report's data is provided by utilities and represents only a snapshot in time
Jul 11th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
The Plague of Rising Health Care Costs
Wisconsin's a leader in high costs and inflated executive salaries. Is there a solution?
Jul 8th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
We Energies’ Natural Gas Plans Are A Mistake
Proposals represent a substantial deviation from clean, affordable energy goals.
Jun 28th, 2024 by John Imes
Almost All of Wisconsin Could Have High-Speed Internet Access by 2030
PSC Chair Summer Strand said areas still lacking reliable broadband are the hardest to reach. Federal aid will help.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Milwaukee Will Contest We Energies Rate Hikes
It's 'environmental redlining... just to turn a profit,' Ald Dimitrijevic charges.
May 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
3 Large Solar Farms Set to Come Online
PSC to vote on 3 utility projects in Wisconsin generating a combined 650 megawatts of electricity.
May 7th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Court Overturns PSC Decision Allowing Third Party Financing of Solar Panels
Clean energy advocates call decision a setback for residential solar energy.
May 1st, 2024 by Joe Schulz
We Energies Wants Rate Hikes in 2025, 2026
WPS does, too. That would make 8 straight years of rate hikes for We Energies.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
