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Experts Alone Can’t Handle AI – Social Scientists Explain Why the Public Needs a Seat at the Table | Opinion
Broad public engagement, or the lack of it, has been a long-running challenge in assimilating emerging technologies, and is key to tackling the challenges they bring.
Workers Pay the Price While Congress and Employers Debate Need for Heat Regulations
Sometimes the heat makes you vomit, said Carmen Garcia, a farmworker in the San Joaquin Valley of California.
WI Kids Losing Health Coverage in Medicaid Unwinding
As Wisconsin kids head back to school, families who rely on Medicaid are reminded to ensure their children still have health insurance.
Historic Peace Boat in Wisconsin Promotes Nuclear Disarmament | Opinion
A small sailboat with a huge mission — to end the existential threat of nuclear weapons — entered Wisconsin’s waters of Lake Michigan this week, nearing the end of an 11,000 mile voyage for peace. It will dock in Sheboygan, Milwaukee and Racine for public events.
Analysis: WI Has Yet to Eradicate ‘Election Denialism’
Election denialism still could be a problem in Wisconsin and other battleground states in next year’s race for the White House, according to a new analysis.
Smoky Summer: Tips for WI Residents, Now and in Future
Air quality alerts have resurfaced in Wisconsin, with some areas experiencing the smoky air from Canadian wildfires.
Health-Care Industry Prepares for Gen Z and Its Values
Mental-health coverage and using digital devices to communicate with doctors’ offices are among the health-care priorities of Generation Z.
Pro-Democracy Group: Regulators Should Say “No Dice” to Election Betting
Common Cause has sent a filing to the commission, asking that it reject the proposal. Leadership with the House Task Force on Strengthening Democracy issued a similar request. Rep. Marc Pocan, D-Wis., is on the task force but declined comment.
Total Jobs Increase Nationwide
The largest gains were seen in health care (+63,000), social assistance (+24,000), financial activities (+19,000), construction (+19,000), and leisure and hospitality services (+17,000).