Foxconn exec expresses frustration over politics surrounding project; 'We are trying to do a good thing here'
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A Foxconn executive talks exclusively with FOX6 News about the political controversy surrounding the massive project.
Foxconn investing in 'zero liquid discharge' recycling system, reducing need for Lake Michigan water
MILWAUKEE — Foxconn Technology Group says it's investing in a $30 million recycling system that will significantly reduce the amount of water drawn from Lake Michigan for its planned manufacturing complex in southeast Wisconsin.
American Transmission Co. buys land for proposed substation for Foxconn plant in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT — American Transmission Co.
Foxconn to announce new corporate HQ, 'hundreds of new jobs in downtown Milwaukee'
MILWAUKEE -- Foxconn officials on Friday, June 15 will announce plans for a new corporate headquarters in downtown Milwaukee.According to a news release, a Friday morning news conference will include Dr.
Foxconn, UWM team up to create 'international engineering co-op program'
MILWAUKEE -- Foxconn Technology Group, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Chung Yuan Christian University signed an agreement Thursday, June 14 to create an international co-op program in which UWM engineering students will study at the university in Taiwan and work at a Foxconn facility there before returning to UWM to complete their degrees.According to a news release from UWM officials, the co-op program will introduce engineering students to liquid crystal display fabrication technology and processes.
Illinois officials concerned over Foxconn plant impact
CHICAGO — County officials in northeastern Illinois are objecting to the potential environmental impacts of Foxconn Technology Group's manufacturing plant in neighboring Wisconsin.The Lake County News-Sun reports that the Lake County Board unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday calling for Wisconsin officials to reconsider waiving environmental regulations for the company.
Wisconsin may increase public safety near Foxconn facility
MOUNT PLEASANT — Officials in southeast Wisconsin are increasing public safety services to prepare for the influx of people and traffic resulting from Foxconn Technology Group's manufacturing complex.The Journal Times reports that the village of Mount Pleasant's Finance/Legal/License Committee on Tuesday unanimously recommended approving funding for four additional police officers for next year.
President Trump to host fundraiser, attend Foxconn groundbreaking
MILWAUKEE — President Donald Trump plans to attend the Foxconn Technology Group groundbreaking ceremony later this month and attend a luncheon fundraiser.The Milwaukee Business Journal reports that prominent Milwaukee business executive Ted Kellner is hosting the June 29 fundraiser.
Wisconsin to receive only portion of money for I-94 work; $86M less than requested
MADISON — The state of Wisconsin will be receiving $86 million less than what it requested from the federal government to pay for upgrades and expansion of Interstate 94 south of Milwaukee, but Gov.
Mount Pleasant declares land within proposed Foxconn area as blighted
MOUNT PLEASANT -- The Village of Mount Pleasant has declared land within the proposed Foxconn area as blighted.
Mount Pleasant approves redevelopment plan for Foxconn project area
MOUNT PLEASANT -- The Village of Mount Pleasant Board voted on Monday evening, June 4 to approve a redevelopment plan for the Foxconn Project Area previously recommended by the Mount Pleasant Community Development Authority (CDA).
Advocates challenge diversion of water for Foxconn plant
MADISON — An environmental law center is challenging the approval of a plan to divert water from Lake Michigan for the new Foxconn manufacturing plant.Midwest Environmental Advocates filed a petition Friday challenging the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' decision to approve a plan to pull millions of gallons of water from the lake daily.An attorney for Midwest Environmental Advocates says the city of Racine's diversion request tests the integrity of the Great Lakes Compact.
Foxconn stands by $10 billion Wisconsin project, calls Nikkei report 'inaccurate'
MADISON — Foxconn Technology Group on Wednesday, May 23 pushed hard against a report that it is scaling back its initial investment at its planned Wisconsin facility.The Taiwan-based company reacted Wednesday to a report in the Nikkei Asian Review that said it was considering shifting the focus of what is made at the facility to reduce initial costs for the $10 billion complex.
Lead developer: Foxconn selects company with close ties to Gov. Walker
MADISON — Foxconn Technology Group has selected a company led by a Republican-mega donor with close ties to Gov.
Foxconn sets groundbreaking ceremony for Mount Pleasant facility
MOUNT PLEASANT — Foxconn Technology Group plans to officially break ground for its southeastern Wisconsin manufacturing complex next month.The Taiwanese electronics giant plans to build a $10 billion flat-screen manufacturing campus in Mount Pleasant in Racine County.The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported Friday that the company has scheduled a Thursday, June 28 ceremony at the site.
Foxconn, Wisconsin colleges announce 'smart cities' contest: 'We want to seek out the best ideas'
KENOSHA — Foxconn Technology group is putting up $1 million over the next three years to encourage Wisconsin universities to develop new ideas for "smart cities.""Certainly I'm sure you recognize this is a very exciting day," said Brian Albrecht, Gateway Technical College president.