MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 19 -- Alliant Energy issued the following statement: * * * The IUC issued a decision regarding our request to adjust rates in Iowa. * * * On September 17, the Iowa Utilities Commission issued an order regarding our request to adjust electric and natural gas rates in Iowa. We are reviewing the IUC's order and evaluating its impact on our customers and the communities we serve. Mayuri Farlinger, President - Alliant Energy's Iowa energy company & Vice President - Ope  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 20 -- American Family Insurance issued the following news release on Sept. 19, 2024: * * * American Family Insurance Group is raising its minimum wage to $25 per hour effective January 1, 2025. * * * American Family Insurance Group announced today it is raising its minimum hourly wage to $25 per hour - its third increase since 2020 - to draw and retain talent to best serve its customers. The wage increase will take effect in January 2025. Benefits both employees a  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 19 -- The University of Wisconsin Madison campus issued the following news: An exhibit drew attention at the 2023 Science on the Square in Madison, an event of the Wisconsin Science Festival. The Wisconsin Science Festival is back, featuring in-person and virtual events across the state Oct. 14-20. Whether you're a curious student, an enthusiastic educator or someone who simply loves exploring the world around you, you're invited to participate in this statewide celeb  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 19 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds migratory bird hunters that they are essential partners in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species in hunting areas and Wisconsin's waterways. The steps hunters take before leaving a boat launch or access point are vital for protecting hunting habitat. Invasives can hide in some of the most unsuspected places. Mud  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: New reporting from CBS News reveals that third-party spoiler candidate Jill Stein's legal efforts in Nevada and Wisconsin are being aided separately by Jay Sekulow, an attorney who represented Trump during his impeachment trials, and Michael Dean, an attorney involved in lawsuits attempting to overturn the 2020 election results. Stein's campaign has admitted it welcomes the support. On Monday, her cam  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 20 -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul issued the following news release: In a letter to Congress, Attorney General Josh Kaul and 41 other attorneys general called on lawmakers to pass legislation requiring a U.S. surgeon general warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms. The letter comes amidst growing scrutiny of social media companies for their role in generational harm to young people's mental health. "Raising awareness about the harmful impact th  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 20 -- The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development issued the following news release on Sept. 19, 2024: * * * Jobs Also Reach New Record High * * * The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced new record highs for jobs and employment during August 2024, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is the fourth consecutive monthly record for state employment, highlighting the unprecedented number o  more