Wisconsin
Thursday, April 18, 2024
A snapshot of federal investments being put to use in WI
City and county governments are feeling the pinch of rising operating costs but in Wisconsin, federal incentives are driving a range of local …
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Even with WI veto, some fear further weakening of child labor laws
Despite a recent policy victory, Wisconsin labor leaders still express concern about the current environment for shielding young teens from unsafe …
WI, other states prepare for new PFAS drinking water rule
Efforts to limit human exposure to so-called forever chemicals continue to unfold in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, advocates are hopeful residents will be …
WI utilities make union jobs a priority for green projects
With the help of federal aid, Wisconsin is catching up to neighboring states in accelerating clean energy construction projects and the Badger State …
Tribal interests remain at heart of opposition to Great Lakes oil pipeline
Later this month, Indigenous leaders will speak before a United Nations panel about their ongoing concerns with a controversial oil pipeline in the …
With more federal aid, grazing grass is greener for WI farmers
The milk you drink or the beef you eat may have come from a farm that rotates its livestock in a certain way to establish a healthier landscape…
Amid higher autism rates, calls grow for community acceptance
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported one in 36 children around the U.S. has autism spectrum disorder. Rates are much higher than a …
WI first state approved for kids' summer meal program
Wisconsin children from low-income families are now on track to get nutritious foods over the summer. Federal officials have approved the Badger …
Unique government health plans try to find an audience
Medicare and Medicaid are key sources of health coverage for many Americans and some people qualify for assistance under both programs. With lagging …
WI monitoring side effects of sports betting
March Madness is in full swing, and depending on where you live, you might be able to place a bet on a college basketball tournament game. Wisconsin …
Constitutional amendment highlights WI primary ballot
Early voting is underway for the Wisconsin primary election and while the presidential primaries already appear settled for now, pro-democracy …
WI poised to break through digital equity logjam
Wisconsin has announced a big development in trying to establish more digital equity around the state. Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service …