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Wisconsin passes bill to support workforce recruitment grants

By The Sconi | Jun 24, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Wisconsin has expressed approval following the passage of Assembly Bill 279.

NFIB Wisconsin introduces new state director in latest webinar

By The Sconi | Jun 24, 2025

On June 17, 2025, NFIB Wisconsin organized a free webinar to introduce their new State Director, Luke Bacher.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Wisconsin employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By The Sconi | Jun 23, 2025

In 2024, 429 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Information industry located in Wisconsin, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

VA Purchase Loans in Wisconsin average $329,218 for Q4 2024

By The Sconi | Jun 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Wisconsin in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $329,218, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Winning SuperCash! ticket worth $350K sold in Oconomowoc

By The Sconi | Jun 23, 2025

A $350,000 SuperCash! ticket was sold in Oconomowoc at Dottie's Convenience Store on Stone Bank Road for the June 22, 2025, drawing.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Wisconsin increases from Q3 to Q4

By The Sconi | Jun 20, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Wisconsin during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $311,153, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Badger 5 jackpot shared by winners from three Wisconsin locations

By The Sconi | Jun 20, 2025

A recent Badger 5 jackpot, amounting to $162,999, was divided among three winning tickets purchased at different locations in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin settles with CenturyLink over alleged internet pricing misrepresentation

By The Sconi | Jun 19, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has reached a settlement with Lumen Technologies Service Group LLC and CenturyLink Communications LLC, collectively known as CenturyLink.

Wisconsin opens second round of resilient food systems infrastructure grants

By The Sconi | Jun 19, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced that it is now accepting applications for the second round of Wisconsin Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program Equipment-Only Grants.

Senator Ron Johnson releases report on federal budget deficits and future projections

By J. S. Caldwell | Jun 18, 2025

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Nigerian citizen sentenced for laundering proceeds from romance scam

By The Sconi | Jun 18, 2025

Richard Frohling, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced on June 17, 2025, that Otaniyen Iduozee, a Nigerian citizen in the U.S. on a student visa, was sentenced to 42 months in prison.

Melanee Tiura joins Aspirus Health as CAO for Keweenaw Hospital

By The Sconi | Jun 18, 2025

Aspirus Health has announced the appointment of Melanee Tiura as the Chief Administrative Officer for Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and Clinics.

Wisconsin affirms commitment to lifesaving pregnancy care under EMTALA

By The Sconi | Jun 18, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has reassured residents that hospitals are required to provide lifesaving care for pregnancies under both state and federal laws.

Enrollment in 2024-25 School Year: 57,696 seventh-grade students were welcomed in Wisconsin schools

By The Sconi | Jun 17, 2025

Wisconsin public schools welcomed 57,696 students for the seventh-grade, an increase over the number of students enrolled in the previous year.

VA provides 1,563 home loans in Wisconsin totaling $492.3 million in Q4 2024

By The Sconi | Jun 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,563 home loans totaling $492.3 million in Wisconsin during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Shawano man indicted for production of child pornography

By The Sconi | Jun 17, 2025

Richard Frohling, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, has announced that a federal indictment was issued on June 17, 2025.

Menasha man faces charges for receipt of child pornography

By The Sconi | Jun 17, 2025

Richard Frohling, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, has announced that a federal grand jury indicted Todd E. Grimm of Menasha, Wisconsin.

Wausau investment advisor charged with wire fraud and money laundering

By The Sconi | Jun 17, 2025

Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, has announced the unsealing of a criminal complaint against Stanley Pophal, 63, from Wausau, Wisconsin.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Wisconsin employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024?

By The Sconi | Jun 16, 2025

Employers classified under the Public Administration industry based in Wisconsin submitted two H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.