By LaKeshia N. Myers Wisconsin’s students – from my hometown in Milwaukee to rural Northern Wisconsin – rely on fast, quality broadband internet to succeed. The internet is a portal that allows … [Read more...]
High-Speed Internet Connection for Millions Requires Continued Support from Congress
By Karen Stokes The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides free high speed internet to working families across the country including Black and Latino households will be running … [Read more...]
Let the Affordable Connectivity Program Continue
By Mayor Cavalier Johnson It’s not hyperbole to say that high-speed internet has become a necessity in recent years. The pandemic shined a light on the fact that connectivity is required to … [Read more...]
Pandemic brings telehealth boom to rural Wisconsin, but barriers linger
Physician shortages and broadband gaps hinder access to care. Some gains could be lost if certain pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities expire. By Hina Suzuki Wisconsin Watch and Tyler … [Read more...]
New National Research Points to Opportunities and Action Steps to Shrink the Digital Divide
Dallas, Texas – Connected Nation (CN), with support from AT&T, has published new research examining national attitudes toward home broadband (high-speed internet) and the federal Affordable … [Read more...]
The Digital Divide’s Ability to Divide
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Almost everything we do, these days, is connected to the internet. COVID-19 exacerbated our dependency or highlighted the need for broadband, … [Read more...]
High Speed Internet Access is Necessary
By LaKeshia N. Myers In our digital age, having internet access is merely square one. As the tech industry flourishes, so do the technological resources received by school districts and … [Read more...]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Over $40 Billion to Connect Everyone in America to Affordable, Reliable, High-Speed Internet
By Karen Stokes President Biden and Vice President Harris have unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, allocating $40 billion to ensure widespread access to high-speed internet for communities across … [Read more...]
Senator Baldwin Delivers More than $1 Billion to Wisconsin to Expand Access to High-Speed Internet
Investment comes after Baldwin successfully “Badgered the FCC” to improve broadband map and ensure Wisconsin gets its fair share of resources WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 26th, U.S. Senator Tammy … [Read more...]
Affordable Internet Now Available for Millions of Americans
By Karen Stokes The Biden administration on Monday, May 9, announced a plan to expand affordable high-speed internet access for millions of Americans. “High speed internet is not a luxury … [Read more...]