Health economist warns against hospital mergers in Wisconsin and nationally
When Froedtert Health and ThedaCare announced an agreement in September to merge operations, the news marked the fourth time in a year that major Wisconsin health care providers had disclosed or...
View ArticleWisconsin Supreme Court hears arguments in case involving ‘gig workers,’...
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case that could hold broad implications for the state’s “gig economy” and how companies like Amazon pay into a fund for unemployed workers....
View ArticleFroedtert, ThedaCare to become one organization at the start of 2024
A merger of two eastern Wisconsin health systems will take effect at the start of the new year. Froedtert Heath, based in Milwaukee, and ThedaCare, based in the Fox Valley, have been working on the...
View ArticleKwik Trip to invest $151M in expansion to boost company’s continued growth
Kwik Trip plans to spend over $151 million in Wisconsin to support the company’s continued growth. The move will create more than 500 jobs by 2027. Those plans would qualify the La Crosse-based...
View ArticleThe state budget set aside $125M to address PFAS. Months later, communities...
At the beginning of this year, Gov. Tony Evers’ proposed spending more than $100 million to address pollution from so-called forever chemicals known as PFAS. Months later, Republican lawmakers called...
View ArticleGambling elements in apps and games are often difficult to spot
Gambling addiction can be easy to hide from others, according to gambling counselor Patricia Jirovetz. Jirovetz also said that what counts as gambling isn’t always clear. “(Some) video games are set up...
View ArticleLack of snow threatens to upend business, winter activities in northern...
In northern Wisconsin, where outdoor enthusiasts live for snow and ice, warmer than usual weather has skiers and snowmobilers turning to wheels, and race organizers breaking out snowmaking machines. In...
View ArticleJohnsonville to close Sheboygan County plant, affecting nearly 400 workers
Wisconsin-based sausage manufacturer Johnsonville announced Wednesday it will close its Meadowside plant in Sheboygan County. The closure comes after the company acquired co-manufacturer Salm Partners....
View ArticleKenosha City Council approves agreement allowing casino project to move forward
The Kenosha City Council on Wednesday approved an agreement with the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin that allows a proposed casino project to move forward. The tribe has partnered with Hard Rock...
View ArticleInflation is coming down, but there’s a long way to go, Fed official tells...
Inflation has come down noticeably over the last year, while the economy has continued to add new jobs. But there’s still a way to go before interest rates start to come down, leaving Wisconsin...
View ArticleJohnson Controls employees sue company for thousands of dollars in unpaid...
At least 10 Johnson Controls employees have sued the company, alleging they’re owed thousands of dollars in unpaid commissions. The post Johnson Controls employees sue company for thousands of dollars...
View ArticleRacine-based Rogan’s Shoes sold to national retailer
Racine-based Rogan’s Shoes has been sold to one of the nation’s biggest family footwear retailers. The post Racine-based Rogan’s Shoes sold to national retailer appeared first on WPR.
View ArticleAmerican Girl closing Middleton headquarters
About 30 people are expected to lose their jobs when the Middleton office closes in late spring. The post American Girl closing Middleton headquarters appeared first on WPR.
View ArticleNew children’s museum aims to be catalyst for revitalizing downtown Wausau
A new children’s museum at the site of the former Wausau Center mall is hoping to offer more than an opportunity for kids to expand their understanding of science, technology, engineering and math. The...
View ArticleState appeals court upholds ruling that DNR lacks broad authority to regulate...
In a 2-1 decision Wednesday, a three-judge panel said the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' policy changes requiring testing and cleanup of PFAS under a voluntary cleanup program do not comply...
View ArticleMadison restaurant owner faces felony charges alleging food stamp fraud
The owner of a Madison restaurant wasn't authorized to have a food assistance card. Yet, he called the state thousands of times to ask about balances on hundreds of different FoodShare cards,...
View ArticleOshkosh Arena listed for sale after years of local controversies
The Oshkosh Arena — home of the Milwaukee Bucks’ G-League team — is for sale, and local officials hope the facility finds a second life under new ownership. The post Oshkosh Arena listed for sale...
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