Brute Pizza expands in Milwaukee amid COVID challenges

Despite the difficulties of the coronavirus pandemic, one small business was able to not only thrive – but expand.

Milwaukee pizza restaurant closing; business suffered due to COVID-19

Hundreds of small businesses across the country have suffered due to the COVID-19 pandemic – and a Milwaukee business is being added to that list.

Candy corn brats? Madison market selling them; 'not scary at all'

Butchers for a Madison market say this is not a trick – but rather a slightly sweet treat you can toss on the grill! They have come up with a candy corn bratwurst.

Gear up for Halloween, visit Lori's Costume Shop in West Bend

Halloween is still weeks away, but if you’re hoping to get a good costume this year, you may want to start shopping earlier than normal.

Wisconsin COVID grant applications open for some businesses

The Wisconsin DOA announced that it is accepting applications for grants designed to assist event venues, movie theaters, live event small businesses, summer camps and minor league sports teams impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Roll Train in Milwaukee's Third Ward offers exercise with a twist
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There’s never a dull moment in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward. But there are some new kids on the block, rolling in from all parts of town.

Milwaukee's Lopez Bakery built on tradition, surviving pandemic

If you want to build something that stands the test of time, take a lesson from Lopez Bakery & Restaurant on Milwaukee’s south side.

Racine Brewing Company closing soon; blame pandemic-driven losses

The owners of Racine Brewing Company are shutting down later this month. A pandemic-driven loss in revenue is to blame.

Grebe's Bakery faces staffing shortage, adjusts hours

Grebe's Bakery in West Allis is facing a staffing shortage – and that means it is having to adjust its store hours until further notice.

Milwaukee Makers Market highlights local small businesses

Milwaukee Makers Market is the largest and longest-running monthly market in the city where local artisans, crafters, and bakers can show off their products.

Milwaukee small business loses $20K+ after power outage, owner says

Mekong Cafe in Milwaukee just barely survived the COVID-19 pandemic. Storms that cut power, though, could change its open sign to closed for good.

Wisconsin restaurant worker shortage 'complex,' association head says

The Wisconsin Restaurant Association said the hospitality industry is dealing with a perfect storm of issues that hurt area restaurants.

Wisconsin drought: SBA offers loans after disaster declaration

The SBA announced economic injury disaster loans are available to small businesses and related entities due to a Wisconsin drought that began in June.

Milwaukee Food Truck Fest sells out

OnMilwaukee's Food Truck Fest sold out Saturday, July 24 – the first "fest" at Henry Maier Festival Park since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Festival Foods opens in Greenfield

Festival Foods in Greenfield is now open near 27th and Layton Avenue in Greenfield.

Sherman Phoenix fully reopens, features some new businesses

It was an exciting day at Milwaukee's Sherman Phoenix as the doors reopened for the first time since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. A special guest from Madison got a tour: Governor Tony Evers.