Stories tagged: "environment"


2023’s Dirtiest Cities in America: Where Wisconsin’s Rank

Lawnstarter used data to rank the country's 200 biggest cities from cleanest (#152) to dirtiest (#1). Criteria included: air quality index, percentage of smokers, population density, unsheltered homeless rate, number of junk yards, number of recycling collectors, and consumer satisfaction.

From Miss Wisconsin to Miss America: One-on-One with Grace Stanke

Not only is Grace the first nuclear engineering major to WIN the title, but the first to ever COMPETE for it! We talked to the Wausau native and UW student about how she plans to use her platform to push for environmental change.

The Best Of: Wisconsin Travel in 2022

2022 marked the return of both in- and out-of-state travelers: some, eager to get out and explore for the first time in a few years! 

Presents with Purpose: Your Guide to Wisconsin-Made Gifts That Give Back

The average American spends $650 on holiday gifts each year. Here are some you can feel good about giving.

President Joe Biden signs the Democrats' landmark climate change and health care bill in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, as from left, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of N.Y., House Majority Whip Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., Rep. Frank Pallone, D-N.J., and Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Fla., watch. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Poll: Nearly 2 Out of 3 Wisconsin Voters Support Climate Action in Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act

Closing tax loopholes to produce more renewable energy and put fewer pollutants in the atmosphere enjoys support from 68% of independents and 41% of Republicans.

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DNR Retirees and ‘Citizen Scientists’ Help Wisconsin Species to Survive and Thrive

Opportunities abound for help monitoring everything from birds and bees to turtles and toads. There’s also a new lake that someone will get to name.

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Evers Leverages Bipartisan Infrastructure Law To Boost Tourism Jobs, State Economy

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers joined a bipartisan coalition of midwestern governors in announcing a new initiative aimed at boosting tourism that leverages funds made available through the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed by President Joe Biden this year. The ‘Lake Michigan EV Circuit Tour’ will consist of more than 1,000 miles of drivable Lake Michigan...