ManpowerGroup announces 39 percent emissions reduction

ManpowerGroup says it has cut operational emissions 39 percent from 2019 levels, bringing the company over halfway to its goal of 60 percent reductions by 2030.  This reduction was highlighted in the Milwaukee-based company’s 2021-2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance report.

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Exact Sciences announces research results

New research from Exact Sciences shows screening for multiple cancer indicators at the same time can improve detection in earlier stages of the disease. That’s according to Dr. Tom Beer, chief medical officer and vice president multi-cancer early detection for

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Milwaukee area economy slows in July, report shows

The Milwaukee area’s economy slowed in July, according to the latest economic trends report from the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce.  The report shows 10 of the 22 economic indicators in July saw improvement over the year. That’s the first

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WisGOP: Tony Evers small business apology tour

[Brookfield, WI] – Tony Evers has been touring the state recently, stopping at small businesses and handing out more campaign cash, as he pretends to show an ounce of concern. “If Tony Evers cared about the well-being of small businesses,

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Sen. Bernier: Statement on death of Sheriff Ron Cramer

(Chippewa Falls)…. Senator Kathy Bernier (R-Chippewa Falls) released the following statement: “My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with Sheriff Cramer’s friends, family, and co-workers. Sheriff Cramer launched a write-in campaign and won against all odds. He went on to faithfully

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Trade experts tout benefits of Canada’s non-resident importer program

International trade experts say Canada’s non-resident importer program reduces costs, improves delivery times and streamlines operations north of the border for U.S. exporters.  Chris Borecky, senior business development manager for a Canadian customs broker called Frontier Supply Chain Solutions, spoke yesterday during a webinar hosted by the Madison International Trade

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ManpowerGroup announces 39 percent emissions reduction

ManpowerGroup says it has cut operational emissions 39 percent from 2019 levels, bringing the company over halfway to its goal of 60 percent reductions by 2030.  This reduction was highlighted in the Milwaukee-based company’s 2021-2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance report. ManpowerGroup also plans to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2045

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Exact Sciences announces research results

New research from Exact Sciences shows screening for multiple cancer indicators at the same time can improve detection in earlier stages of the disease. That’s according to Dr. Tom Beer, chief medical officer and vice president multi-cancer early detection for the Madison-based cancer diagnostics company. A recent release from Exact

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Destination Kohler pays tribute to Herb Kohler Jr.

Destination Kohler has created a website honoring the legacy of Herb Kohler Jr., who passed away earlier this month at the age of 83. The site highlights his dedication to family, business accomplishments and impact on the Kohler Company as well as tourism in Wisconsin. Kohler was well-known for his role

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Milwaukee area economy slows in July, report shows

The Milwaukee area’s economy slowed in July, according to the latest economic trends report from the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce.  The report shows 10 of the 22 economic indicators in July saw improvement over the year. That’s the first time less than half of these data points improved over

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UW Health nurses call for union recognition on Labor Day

UW Health nurses argue patient care is suffering as fewer and less experienced nurses are being asked to shoulder a greater burden.  Speaking over the weekend at a news conference organized by advocates for unionization, UW Health nurse Shari Signer said cuts to staffing ratios and benefits as well as

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Senator Baldwin and colleagues introduce legislation to support survivors of sexual assault on college campuses

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and a group of colleagues introduced legislation to support survivors of sexual assault on college campuses. The Survivor Outreach and Support on Campus Act, or S.O.S. Campus Act, would require every college and university that receives federal funding to have an independent advocate dedicated to

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WisGOP: Tony Evers small business apology tour

[Brookfield, WI] – Tony Evers has been touring the state recently, stopping at small businesses and handing out more campaign cash, as he pretends to show an ounce of concern. “If Tony Evers cared about the well-being of small businesses, he would never have locked them down so long or

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Michels campaign: Reacts to Marquette University Law School Poll

WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – Following the release of the Marquette University Law School Poll, the Michels for Governor campaign released the following statement from Campaign Manager Patrick McNulty: “Our campaign has seen a meteoric rise in support in five months while Tony Evers has failed for years. Tim Michels appeals to

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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Representative Dittrich honored with WMC’s Working for Wisconsin award

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – presented Rep. Barbara Dittrich with a Working for Wisconsin Award. Rep. Dittrich was honored for her work during the most recent legislative session. The Working for Wisconsin Award recognizes legislators who supported specific

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Sen. Bernier: Statement on death of Sheriff Ron Cramer

(Chippewa Falls)…. Senator Kathy Bernier (R-Chippewa Falls) released the following statement: “My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with Sheriff Cramer’s friends, family, and co-workers. Sheriff Cramer launched a write-in campaign and won against all odds. He went on to faithfully serve our community as Sheriff for decades. His commitment to

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NRSC: Mandela Barnes says we need to “stymie capitalism”

Washington, D.C. – While at the 2019 U.N. Climate Change Conference in Spain, Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes argued to the United Nations that the United States needs to “stymie capitalism” to combat climate change, arguing that the free enterprise system has sent the world down a “path to destruction,” according to

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