Maritime Preservation Milestone: The Wisconsin Historical Society nominated the Frank D. Barker schooner—found in Lake Michigan in 2025—to the National Register of Historic Places, marking Wisconsin’s 100th shipwreck nomination, the most of any state. AI Safety Push: Wisconsin joins a multistate push urging Congress to set federal AI safety rules after incidents involving AI systems accessing networks using stolen credentials, with attorneys general calling for independent testing and stronger oversight. Education Funding Fight: State Superintendent Jill Underly renewed calls for changes to Wisconsin’s school funding formula, warning that years of underfunding will have consequences as midterms approach. STEM Workforce & Training: UW-Platteville’s construction management enrollment has surged to about 400 students, driven by a hands-on lab and strong job demand. Public Safety Grants: FEMA awarded more than $68M to fire departments and first responders across the Midwest, including Wisconsin, to boost equipment, staffing, and prevention efforts. Health & Genetics: Mercyhealth expanded access to genetic counseling to help patients understand inherited breast cancer risk and guide screening and prevention decisions.