Category Archives: State News
April Proclaimed as New Homes Month
During what has been a critically important time in Wisconsin's economic climate, the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) is thanking Governor Evers for proclaiming April as New Homes Month. "First a...
Apr 12, 2020
WPS, We Energies peregrine falcons welcome more than a dozen early Easter eggs
As children prepare to search for crme eggs and milk chocolate bunnies this weekend, the peregrine falcons at Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) and We Energies power plants already have full baskets of t...
Apr 12, 2020
BBB Advice for Charities and Donors During Coronavirus Pandemic
Much like small and large businesses, charities are feeling the impact of the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. Some charity trade organizations have canceled conferences, and...
Apr 12, 2020 airpix / CC
Understanding Universal Masking
Submitted by Prevea Health The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend the practice of universal masking when in public and interacting with others. Uni...
Apr 12, 2020
Wisconsin Part of Higher Numbers of COVID-19 Cases in Black Communities
In a handful of states, including Wisconsin, racial data is being used as part of the tracking of COVID-19 cases. The information shows the pandemic is ravaging black communities in places such as Mil...
Apr 12, 2020
DWD: Wisconsin Unemployment Rate Could Hit 27%
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development says the state's unemployment rate could reach 27 percent. The report released Thursday blames the coronavirus pandemic for the startling projection. ...
Apr 12, 2020 Tax Credits / CC
Legislative Leaders Call Extraordinary Session Tuesday For COVID-19 Bill
Republican leaders plan to hold an extraordinary session of the Wisconsin Legislature next week to pass a coronavirus relief bill. The special session would begin Tuesday as a virtual meeting. Speaker...
Apr 12, 2020 sergio santos / CC
BBB is Helping People Working from Home Keep Their Computers Safe
As more and more people work from home, the risk of someone gaining access to work computers is rising. Many people are using remote work options to gain access to their work station, and have access ...
Apr 11, 2020 Marcie Casas / CC
Over 215,000 Wisconsin Households to Receive Additional FoodShare Benefits
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that more than 215,000 FoodShare households will be receiving additional benefits. These benefits will help those Wisconsin families s...
Apr 11, 2020
Alice in Dairyland Finals moved to June 19-20
Due to challenges posed by the COVID-19 public health emergency, the upcoming 73rd Alice in Dairyland Finals are facing several significant changes including date, format and location. The 73rd Alice ...
Apr 11, 2020
