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‘These rate hikes unfairly burden families’: Wisconsin energy customers testify to Public Service Commission

Customers from some of Wisconsin's largest electric utilities this week asked state regulators to block the utilities from increasing electric rates in each of the next two years.

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Midwest cities will receive millions to clean up ‘forever chemicals.’ But some say it’s not enough.

Settlement payments from chemical companies are helping cities pay for expensive PFAS removal technology. But local leaders say the dollars often fall short of covering the full costs to clean up drinking water.

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Ascension Wisconsin could be dropped by UnitedHealthcare if new contract isn’t reached by October

Ascension Wisconsin and UnitedHealthcare have been locked in a months-long dispute over reimbursement rates. And if the two sides don’t reach an agreement by October, Ascension could be dropped by UnitedHealthcare.

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Let’s go to the state fair! We’re taking a tour of America’s favorite summer tradition

State fairs are a big draw this time of year for millions of visitors. Whether it's getting a chance to pet a newborn calf, take a ride in a giant plastic ball or eat any number of fried foods, going to the fair is always an experience.

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La Crosse sues fire truck manufacturers, says they coordinated to raise prices, limit supply

The city of La Crosse is suing three fire truck manufacturers — including two headquartered in Wisconsin — in federal court, accusing them of unlawfully coordinating to limit the supply of trucks and raise prices.

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