Early Black Friday at Milwaukee-area retailers get shoppers started
On Thanksgiving, two bargain reatilers in Milwaukee County gave shoppers an early head start on this season's Black Friday shopping.
Elon Musk granting 'amnesty' to suspended Twitter accounts
Elon Musk asked in a poll to vote on reinstatements for accounts that have not “broken the law or engaged in egregious spam.” The yes vote was 72%.
Mortgage rates more than double what they were last year: Here's what you need to know
The trend is driving adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs, to the highest usage in over a decade.
Inflation won't slow holiday shopping for many consumers, survey says
Rising costs have led many consumers to cut their expenses to make room for holiday spending in 2022, a recent survey said.
Biden administration extends student loan payment pause into 2023
The Biden administration’s federal student loan payment pause has been extended through June 30, 2023. Here’s what to do if you don’t qualify for relief.
Student loan defaults could rise to historic high without debt relief: Education Department
Student loan defaults could reach a new high without President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, according to an Education Department official.
Inflation pushes some Americans to skip Thanksgiving dinner this year: survey
Inflation and an uncertain economy have caused some Americans to skip Thanksgiving dinner this year, a recent survey said.
World Cup 2022: Budweiser finds alternative idea for beer surplus following alcohol ban
"New Day, New Tweet. Winning Country gets the Buds. Who will get them?" Budweiser tweeted.
Personal loan interest rates continue to rise for 3- and 5-year fixed-rate loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Biden’s student loan forgiveness: A timeline of legal challenges facing the plan
Here’s a timeline of the legal challenges facing President Joe Biden’s student loan debt forgiveness plan, from the first lawsuit to the Nov. 14 injunction.
Bob Iger returns as Disney's CEO, replaces Bob Chapek
Bob Iger is back as CEO of The Walt Disney Company – a position he held for 15 years before stepping down in 2020, Disney announced late Sunday. Iger replaces former CEO Bob Chapek, who stepped down from the position.
What is Small Business Saturday? The annual post-Thanksgiving push for consumers to buy from small businesses
Big retailers often have the spotlight when it comes to holiday shopping, but Small Business Saturday, which happens on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, gives small businesses some time in the spotlight. Here's what you should know about the annual shopping event.
GM's newest business? Repairing Teslas
General Motors President Mark Reuss says the company's dealers are working on its rival's models.
Personal loan interest rates edge up for both 3- and 5-year fixed-rate loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Digital mortgages to enter a new, faster (and cheaper) era in year ahead
As the housing market slows, lenders will look to use more time investing in technology and making mortgages faster, easier and cheaper, according to one mortgage expert.
Coors Light unveils nail polish that detects if beer is cold enough to drink
“Nothing ruins a holiday party quite like a warm beer,” Coors Lights shared in its press release unveiling the new nail polish.
Target claims ‘biggest Black Friday sale ever’ as Thanksgiving nears
An estimated 166.3 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to a new survey.
18% of Disney park goers rack up debt, but most have no regrets, survey reveals
Inflation is on the rise, and Mickey’s friends are feeling it too.
Americans shopping for auto insurance to save money, TransUnion report
While auto insurance shopping is down overall, more Americans are looking for new insurance in order to reduce costs, rather than as a result of a car purchase, TransUnion’s report showed.
Household debt surpasses $16.5T in Q3 amid inflation, rising demand: NY Fed report
Total household debt increased by more than $300 billion across credit cards, mortgages and more in the second quarter of 2022, according to the latest New York Fed report. Here's what you can do if you're struggling with debt.

















