Efforts underway to address rising energy needs linked to data centers, AI

Published   Jan 30, 2025 05:13PM
Researchers and industry are working to address the challenge of rising energy needs linked to AI and data centers amid concerns around environmental impacts and strain on the energy grid.  UW-Madison’s Wisconsin Energy Institute recently hosted a discussion on this... ... Read more

Tania Ibarra: DEI is under assault. And I refuse to be silen

We can’t forget what we’ve given up to get here, and we must find the wisdom and strength to ensure that our children, and the generations to come, can live with dignity. ... Read more

Maggie Kerr: Proposed earlier school start times are harmful

Research shows starting as early as 7:15 a.m. will be harmful to students, reduce learning. ... Read more

Kristen Brey: We’d have to care about sexual assault for rape kits to move court race

Published   Jan 30, 2025 04:42PM
Call me a cynic, but in this political environment, I’m far from convinced a backlog of rape kits will be the defining campaign issue in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race — because voters would actually have to take accusations of sexual assault and violence against women seriously. ... Read more

Rewind: Your Week in Review for Jan. 24

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Gov. Tony Evers' State of the State address; GOP bills targeting immigration, student achievement standards and other issues; and UW–Madison ... Read more

Emily Mills: Turn off the spigot

It’s high time to shut down Enbridge’s oil pipelines in Wisconsin. ... Read more

Dorothea Macon: Trump needs to serve all of America

In the execution of 46 executive orders, you have singlehandedly managed to change the trajectory of a nation. You have oppressed half of a nation, attempting to limit their inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. ... Read more