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Our Public Employees Are American Heroes
Forget about going all the way to the London Olympics for heroes. This weekend, we saw real heroes right here in America. First, look...
U.S. CO2 Emissions Fall to Lowest First-quarter Level in 20 years
Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from energy use in the first quarter of this year fell to their lowest level in the US in 20...
Renewable Energy Investment Powers to Record $257 Billion Worldwide
Total investment in renewable power and fuels last year surged by 17% to a record $257 billion, according to a report issued yesterday by...
As Federal Money Dries Up, States Get Creative in Funding Renewable Energy
Advocates of renewable energy have been trying unsuccessfully to pitch a new federal program in gridlocked Washington. But, in the states, progress in Hawaii,...
12-year-old Saves Grandma’s Home From Foreclosure
In Steven's Point, Wisconsin, a boy cared enough not only about his own grandmother, but the dozens of foster kids she had taken into...
Cat Saves Woman From Seizure Within Hours of its Adoption
A Wisconsin woman adopted a large orange cat and within hours of bringing him home the feline rescued her from an insulin seizure. Amy...
Marine Vet Crushed on Harley Invents Illuminated Windshield for Bikers
After a debilitating motorcycle accident, former Marine John Miller, saw opportunity in the face of adversity.
Crushed by the weight of his Harley after an...
New Miss America Heals Family Pain of Prison
The nation’s newest Miss America is a 23-year-old Wisconsin brunette who had long conversations with her family mulling whether or not to make her...
CNN Hero Awards Show Tonight is Unlike Any Other
Who will be named the Top CNN Hero of the Year and receive $100,000 to boost their selfless projects to help others around the...
Stranded Motorist Helps Save Man’s Life Just After He Aided Her
A Canadian man who pulled over to help a motorist change a tire in Wisconsin had his good deed repaid minutes later when the...
UPDATED: Waitress Gets $1,000 Tip on $30 Bill (w/ Video)
A big tipper is spreading wealth and joy in the city of Madison. A customer at Vasillio's Greek restaurant left a $1,000.00 tip Thursday...
CNN Names Top 10 ‘CNN Heroes’ for 2011
CNN announced its Top 10 CNN Heroes for 2011, while opening online voting that will determine the winner of the $250,000 grand prize. All...
Two Reports This Week are Good News for US Economy
Existing home sales grew in August at the fastest annual pace since March and increased plans for new buildings drawn up by architects indicate...
Apartment Dwellers Can Buy a Panel on New Solar Farm
A Wisconsin energy company is building one of the largest solar projects in the state, and the first that allows individuals who don't have...
Woman Quits Real Estate Business to Help Heroes Afford New Homes
After the terrorist attacks of 9/11, Ruth Johnson found a way to use her extensive real estate experience to "give back" to those who...
A ‘Dear Abby’ for the Down and Out
In this recession, many Americans are struggling to make ends meet, but people in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, have a unique safety net of sorts:...
US Companies Optimistic About Growth, Half Say They Will Hire
Nearly three out of four U.S. companies expect revenue growth and nearly two-thirds expect increased profits for their businesses in the coming year, according...
Largest Number of Job Openings in Two Years Posted in February
Businesses in February posted the largest number of job openings in more than two years, evidence that hiring is picking up as the United...
How Awesome is Your State?
Every state is the best at something. Wyoming has the cleanest air, California is safest for workers, and Colorado has the lowest obesity rate....
Vermont’s Pension Solution: Civility
You don’t see the Vermont governor criticizing public employees, like leaders in New Jersey, Maine, Wisconsin and other states. No members have walked out...