Costco files federal lawsuit challenging Trump's emergency tariff orders on imported goods

Costco is suing the federal government over President Trump's tariffs in hopes of recovering funds the retailer says it was improperly required to pay on imported goods.

Small Business Saturday; Milwaukee shops, vendors pivot due to winter storm

Heavy snow disrupted Small Business Saturday across Milwaukee, forcing shops and markets to pivot plans, with many finding success by shifting events and sales to other days.

Small Business Saturday: Milwaukee's Third Ward welcomes shoppers

Saturday, Nov. 29 is Small Business Saturday everywhere. But if you find yourself in Milwaukee, you're invited to check out the trendy Historic Third Ward.

Small Business Saturday Shop Hop in downtown Port Washington

Shop for that perfect gift while also supporting small businesses. Head to downtown Port Washington on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 29) for the Shop Hop.

Some Wisconsinites rethink Black Friday as deals go digital

Black Friday is still the biggest shopping day of the year, but experts say crowds and chaos have shifted online, changing longtime traditions and stretching deals across an entire week.

Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close some Foot Locker stores

Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.

Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.

Hugh Jackman coming to Greenfield Kopp's Frozen Custard; here's why

Actor Hugh Jackman will serve custard at the Greenfield Kopp's location, promoting the upcoming release of "Song Sung Blue," on Dec. 2.

Small business challenges; Wisconsin program offers free help to owners

Running a small business can feel like an uphill battle. Now, a Wisconsin program is working to make that fight a little less grueling ahead of Small Business Saturday.

Foxconn to expand Racine County operation; 1,374 new jobs over 4 years

Foxconn plans to invest $569 million to expand its Racine County operations; a move that is expected to create 1,374 jobs over the next four years.

'Heartbroken': Richard Branson announces death of wife, Joan Templeman, at 80

Sir Richard Branson announced Tuesday that his wife of 50 years, Joan Templeman, has died at age 80, saying he was “heartbroken" to lose his “best friend" and “guiding light."

Oak Creek camera shop conned, small business out $34K of equipment

Impulse camera shop in Oak Creek is out thousands of dollars after the owners said two men rented equipment and never brough it back.

Panera reveals turnaround strategy to reverse stagnant sales

Panera Bread is launching a multimillion-dollar initiative to overhaul its operations to boost traffic and reverse years of stagnant sales growth. 

McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it

McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.

Target Q3 profits slide as holiday season approaches

Target’s third-quarter profits fell sharply as the Minnesota-based company is struggling to bring in shoppers ahead of the holiday season.

Port Washington data center; residents pack meeting to protest tax district

Port Washington residents packed a meeting on Tuesday night to protest a tax district for a $15B data center, raising concerns about energy use and pushing for future TIDs over $10M to require voter approval.