State

More than one year ago, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers directed the state Department of Health Services to order the temporary closure of  K-12 schools across the state.

Sales and use tax revenues in Wisconsin increased markedly in the first four months of 2021 when compared to the same period in 2019, another sign that economic activity is rebounding strongly from the COVID-19 crisis.

University of Wisconsin officials are ramping up efforts to reach minority and other underrepresented high school graduates and get them to enroll at UW System schools.

Recent muggy weather means central air and window air conditioners are working harder, which equates to higher energy bills.

It is possible to save a few bucks even during the hottest of days though, according to Alliant Energy.

The company offers some advice on how to cut those cooling expenses.

The Driftless Area region of Wisconsin where I live is blessed with abundant rivers and streams that flow through our valleys, which we call coulees.

Democratic lawmakers in Wisconsin who narrowly won their seats are gearing up for 2022 campaigns as they face Republican opposition and the uncertainties of redistricting.

Last year as COVID-19 laid siege to the nation, many U.S. hospitals dramatically reduced their aggressive tactics to collect medical debt. Some ceased entirely.

But not all.

Wisconsin State Patrol warns young people of the dangers of impaired driving.

There’s some good news on that front: The percentage of high schoolers who drink alcohol has dropped in the last 10 years. The bad news? Wisconsin is still one of the highest in the nation for underage alcohol consumption.

Projections for state tax collections have been revised upward by an unprecedented $4.4 billion through June 2023, positioning state reserves to reach historic levels and giving Wisconsin a once-in-a-generation chance to address some of its most longstanding challenges.