21:51BriefGov. Tony Evers signed an executive order on April 22, coinciding with Earth Day, committing to work with public, private and non-governmental partners to conserve 125,000 acres of forest land, while also planting some 75 million new trees by the end of 2030. Through this effort over 28 metric tons of carbon dioxide could be stored over the next 50 years.“We value our forests for clean water, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities and wood products,” said Evers. “Wisconsin’s 17 million acres of forests are also a crucial tool in our fight to slow climate change if they...…21:51BriefGov. Tony Evers signed an executive order on April 22, coinciding with Earth Day, committing to work with public, private and non-governmental partners to conserve 125,000 acres of forest land, while also planting some 75 million new trees by the end of 2030. Through this effort over 28 metric tons of carbon dioxide could be stored over the next 50 years.“We value our forests for clean water, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities and wood products,” said Evers. “Wisconsin’s 17 million acres of forests are also a crucial tool in our fight to slow climate change if they...WW…

8:52News StoryCurran Coulee Creek post spill (Wisconsin DNR)Wisconsin’s frac sand industry appears to be migrating away from the state’s rural north, and towards more favorable territories as far south as Texas. Not necessarily because the Badger State’s resources are depleted, or because the sand is of a lower quality. Rather, the coveted “northern white” sands of Wisconsin and Minnesota are more expensive to transport and process.The way Wisconsin’s political landscape has changed over the last few years likely hasn’t helped the industry either. Former Gov. Scott Walker proved himself a...…8:52News StoryCurran Coulee Creek post spill (Wisconsin DNR)Wisconsin’s frac sand industry appears to be migrating away from the state’s rural north, and towards more favorable territories as far south as Texas. Not necessarily because the Badger State’s resources are depleted, or because the sand is of a lower quality. Rather, the coveted “northern white” sands of Wisconsin and Minnesota are more expensive to transport and process.The way Wisconsin’s political landscape has changed over the last few years likely hasn’t helped the industry either. Former Gov. Scott Walker proved himself a...WW…

Pandemic is worsening the crisis of evictions in Milwaukee.//end headline wrapper ?>Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban MilwaukeeProtesters gather to march on Mayor Tom Barrett’s house, to demand a freeze on evictions. Photo by Isiah Holmes/Wisconsin Examiner.After being evicted from her home in 2019, knows all too well about the trials that may await families in Milwaukee County who lose their housing. A series of bad experiences as a renter compelled her to join the Milwaukee Autonomous Tenants Union (MATU). Her goal is to help others in similar circumstances as evictions...…Pandemic is worsening the crisis of evictions in Milwaukee.//end headline wrapper ?>Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban MilwaukeeProtesters gather to march on Mayor Tom Barrett’s house, to demand a freeze on evictions. Photo by Isiah Holmes/Wisconsin Examiner.After being evicted from her home in 2019, knows all too well about the trials that may await families in Milwaukee County who lose their housing. A series of bad experiences as a renter compelled her to join the Milwaukee Autonomous Tenants Union (MATU). Her goal is to help others in similar circumstances as evictions...WW…