MADISON — The public is getting a chance to tell Wisconsin lawmakers what they think of a $3 billion tax incentive package that’s part of an agreement struck with electronics giant Foxconn Technology Group. A Wisconsin state Assembly committee scheduled a hearing on the proposal Thursday. The Taiwanese-based Foxconn has pledged to invest $10 billion in southeast Wisconsin … [Read more...] about Public hearing on Wisconsin $3 billion Foxconn tax break bill
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The 2018 Black Excellence Awards Keynote Speaker: Intel’s® VP of Human Resources Rosalind L. Hudnell
When it comes to diversity, Intel has had a very busy year. Last fall, the company was stung after one of its missteps made it seem like it wasn’t pro diversity. At the beginning of 2015, Intel chief executive Brian Krzanich pledged the world’s biggest chip maker would invest $300 million to increase diversity in the tech industry. Then in June, Krzanich said Intel would invest … [Read more...] about The 2018 Black Excellence Awards Keynote Speaker: Intel’s® VP of Human Resources Rosalind L. Hudnell
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2017 WISCONSIN STATE FAIR HOURS: 8 am – 11 pm Sunday – Thursday 8 am – 12 am Friday & Saturday 8 am – 10 pm Final SundayTICKET SALES AND FAIR ENTRY CEASE ONE HOUR PRIOR TO PARK CLOSURE. RE-ENTRY HAND STAMPS CEASE TWO HOURS PRIOR TO PARK CLOSURE. 2017 EXPO HOURS: Exposition Center: Open 9am - 10pm daily (9pm on the final Sunday) Most … [Read more...] about GENERAL INFORMATION
Foxconn Says It Plans to Build Factory in Wisconsin, Adding 3,000 Jobs
Foxconn, the Taiwanese electronics supplier for Apple and other tech giants, said Wednesday it would open its first major American factory in Wisconsin, a boost both for the battleground state’s economy and the Trump administration’s efforts to bolster domestic manufacturing. White House officials noted President Trump’s direct negotiations with Foxconn for the project, which … [Read more...] about Foxconn Says It Plans to Build Factory in Wisconsin, Adding 3,000 Jobs
OJ Simpson drawing world attention during plea for freedom
LOVELOCK, Nev. — Former football star and convicted felon O.J. Simpson will command the world’s attention once again Thursday when he pleads for his freedom on live TV. Simpson was convicted in 2008 of an armed robbery involving two sports memorabilia dealers in a Las Vegas hotel room. The 70-year-old will ask four parole board members to release him in October after serving … [Read more...] about OJ Simpson drawing world attention during plea for freedom
Windows Update Repair – How to fix windows update not working
Windows Update Troubleshooter can be underestimated as a cornerstone of your system's integrity and safety. Microsoft regularly delivers security patches, hotfixes, and software updates via Windows Update, and thus if that service stops operating or is switched off, then Windows can become vulnerable to bugs and security holes. The upgrade process was greatly streamlined for … [Read more...] about Windows Update Repair – How to fix windows update not working
Pres. Trump strikes cautiously optimistic tone, promises ‘big surprise’ on health care
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump struck a cautiously optimistic tone Wednesday, the day after Senate Republican leaders scuttled plans for a vote on health care reform this week in the face of stiff resistance from within the party’s own ranks. “We’re going to have a big surprise,” Pres. Trump said during a brief photo opportunity with reporters as he welcomed the World … [Read more...] about Pres. Trump strikes cautiously optimistic tone, promises ‘big surprise’ on health care
IKEA breaks ground on future store location in Oak Creek
OAK CREEK -- IKEA broke ground on Thursday, June 29th at its site for a future store in Oak Creek. The 291,000 square foot store is set to open in Summer 2018 on 29 acres of land near the corner of I-94 and Drexel Ave. It is expected to employ 250 workers. IKEA plans for Oak Creek store A news release says the new IKEA store will feature three model home interiors, … [Read more...] about IKEA breaks ground on future store location in Oak Creek
4 GOP senators, including Sen. Ron Johnson, oppose GOP health care bill
WASHINGTON — Four conservative Republican senators announced Thursday, June 22nd that they opposed the current version of GOP Senate leadership’s health care bill as written. Sens. Rand Paul of Kentucky, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, Ted Cruz of Texas and Mike Lee of Utah said in a joint statement they’re “not ready to vote for this bill.” “Currently, for a variety of … [Read more...] about 4 GOP senators, including Sen. Ron Johnson, oppose GOP health care bill
$250K cash bond for Java Wright, accused of setting fatal arson caught on camera
MILWAUKEE — The woman accused of starting a fire that killed on person has been charged — and made her initial appearance in court on Thursday, June 22nd. In court, probable cause was found for further proceedings against 39-year-old Java Wright. A preliminary hearing was set for June 30th, and cash bond was set at $250,000. Wright faces one count of first degree reckless … [Read more...] about $250K cash bond for Java Wright, accused of setting fatal arson caught on camera