Southwest Airlines shareholders sue carrier for ‘downplaying outdated technology'
In court documents, shareholders claim that "Southwest Airlines continuously downplayed or ignored the serious issues with technology it used to schedule flights and crews, and how it stood to be affected worse than other airlines in the event of inclement weather."
Amazon begins cutting 18,000 workers in its biggest layoffs ever
Amazon's layoffs are just a fraction of its 1.5M global workforce.
Social Security benefits can be taken to pay student loans in default
Up to 15% of a person’s Social Security benefits can be garnished to pay student loans in default.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates for greater interest savings | Jan. 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 17, 2023, which are up from last Friday.
Elon Musk drama shifts from Twitter to tweets about billion-dollar Tesla buyout
Elon Musk claimed in a 2018 tweet that he had lined up the financing to pay for a $72 billion buyout of Tesla. But the buyout never materialized.
Best Buy-owned phone service faces angry customers after 3G network shutdown
Several Jitterbug phone users have been unable to make calls on their devices for a few days because of the shutdown. New phones are being offered to customers if their devices aren’t working.
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Here's what is open and closed on MLK Day 2023
The U.S. is marking Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday on Monday, Jan. 16. The federal holiday means government agencies and many banks will be closed.
Chipotle to allow quesadilla 'hack' from TikTok: 'We’re amazed by the passion of our fans'
The hack allowed customers to transform a quesadilla into a Philly cheesesteak.
Texas brewery cancels anti-censorship rally featuring Kyle Rittenhouse: 'Doesn't reflect our values'
A brewery in Texas has canceled a rally featuring Kyle Rittenhouse, claiming that the event doesn't reflect its values.
Beer customers remain loyal despite rising prices, expert says
Even though the uncertain economy has forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, beer consumers have remained loyal.
Apple CEO Tim Cook will take a 40% pay cut
Apple Inc. said in a regulatory filing that Cook’s target total compensation is $49 million for 2023.
Inflation drops in December – will the Fed slow interest rate hikes in 2023?
Inflation eased in December, but interest rates are likely to increase a few more times in 2023. However, the rate of increase could slow, one Fed official says. Here's what it means for you.
Today’s 20-year mortgage rates remain best opportunity for interest savings | Jan. 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 13, 2023, which are up from yesterday.
Window Select bankruptcy, filing Chapter 11 in late January
Window Select, a Menomonee Falls window installer with hundreds of unhappy customers, is entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Biden proposes new student loan repayment plan: Here’s how much borrowers will save
The Department of Education's new student loan repayment plan would offer $0 monthly payments for any individual borrower who makes less than roughly $30,600 annually and any borrower in a family of four who makes less than about $62,400.
Today’s best mortgage deal? 20-year rates are the lowest available at 6 percent | Jan. 12, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 12, 2023, which are down from Tuesday.
Milwaukee Brady Street 11-story hotel would 'fill a need,' alderman says
A proposed 11-story Milwaukee hotel at Farwell and Brady would replace a gaming store, changing the look of the neighborhood and, potentially, a lot more.
FTX Trading bankruptcy: Customer, creditor information will remain concealed
The judge presiding over the bankruptcy of cryptocurrency exchange FTX Trading is allowing the company to maintain a veil of secrecy over the names of individual customers and creditors.
Harley-Davidson Milwaukee headquarters; plans to transform campus
Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced plans to transform a central element of its Juneau Avenue campus headquarters into a public park.