Starbucks laying off more than 1,000 corporate employees
The move comes as dozens of other private companies have announced layoffs so far in 2025, in addition to thousands of positions being affected within the federal government.
The move comes as dozens of other private companies have announced layoffs so far in 2025, in addition to thousands of positions being affected within the federal government.
Hooters to file for bankruptcy soon: Report
After shuttering dozens of restaurants last year, Hooters will soon file for bankruptcy, according to a new report.
After shuttering dozens of restaurants last year, Hooters will soon file for bankruptcy, according to a new report.
Pepsi drops DEI chief, representation goals – but not everyone is convinced
The soda-maker is the latest company to announce it is rolling back DEI.
The soda-maker is the latest company to announce it is rolling back DEI.
Watch: Flying car moves closer to takeoff
Jetsons-like flying cars may come sooner than you think.
Jetsons-like flying cars may come sooner than you think.
SCHEELS store coming to Wauwatosa; opens at Mayfair in spring 2027
SCHEELS announced on Friday, Feb. 21 its new location at Mayfair in Wauwatosa. The sporting goods chain already has stores in Appleton and Eau Claire.
SCHEELS announced on Friday, Feb. 21 its new location at Mayfair in Wauwatosa. The sporting goods chain already has stores in Appleton and Eau Claire.
UW-Milwaukee event celebrates Black businesses through the years
The UWM School of Continuing Education hosted an event that explored the past, present and future of the city's Black businesses.
The UWM School of Continuing Education hosted an event that explored the past, present and future of the city's Black businesses.
Milwaukee northside bookstore, community space planned
The Milwaukee Common Council approved the sale of a city-owned building that will serve as a multipurpose facility.
The Milwaukee Common Council approved the sale of a city-owned building that will serve as a multipurpose facility.
Kentucky Fried Chicken will no longer be based in Kentucky; here's where the chain is moving
The KFC corporate office is relocating to a new location with about 100 KFC employees moving in the next several months. Here’s what we know.
The KFC corporate office is relocating to a new location with about 100 KFC employees moving in the next several months. Here’s what we know.
Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs
The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.
The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.
New Target in Brown Deer? Documents hint at redevelopment plan
A new Target location may be in Brown Deer's future. Plans to redevelop The Marketplace of Brown Deer call for “proposed Target parking."
A new Target location may be in Brown Deer's future. Plans to redevelop The Marketplace of Brown Deer call for “proposed Target parking."
Denny’s to close more restaurants in 2025
Denny’s is set to close more locations in the U.S. than previously announced. Here's what to know.
Denny’s is set to close more locations in the U.S. than previously announced. Here's what to know.
Michigan judge sentences Walmart shoplifters to wash cars in retailer's parking lot
The unusual form of community service was endorsed by the retailer, who will provide water and supplies.
The unusual form of community service was endorsed by the retailer, who will provide water and supplies.
Here are the stores that are closing in 2025
Several top retailers in the U.S. have closed their stores as the organizations attempt to adjust their business operations amid major changes in the industry.
Several top retailers in the U.S. have closed their stores as the organizations attempt to adjust their business operations amid major changes in the industry.
CVS to close 270 more stores in 2025
CVS Pharmacy is continuing its nationwide store realignment, announcing plans to close an additional 270 locations this year as part of an effort to optimize its retail footprint.
CVS Pharmacy is continuing its nationwide store realignment, announcing plans to close an additional 270 locations this year as part of an effort to optimize its retail footprint.
Trump's tariffs could hit these states the hardest, analysis shows
A new analysis reveals which states could be most affected by Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, with key industries bracing for economic fallout.
A new analysis reveals which states could be most affected by Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, with key industries bracing for economic fallout.
Egg prices are up more, and will likely get worse before they get better
The average price of a dozen eggs climbed to almost $5 in January.
The average price of a dozen eggs climbed to almost $5 in January.
JCPenney closing more stores later this year: Find out where
JCPenney announced plans to close several stores by mid-year, though the company says the closures are unrelated to its recent merger with Catalyst Brands.
JCPenney announced plans to close several stores by mid-year, though the company says the closures are unrelated to its recent merger with Catalyst Brands.
IRS tax refund schedule 2025: what you need to know
Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.
Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.
Trump tariffs on steel, aluminum; impact on WI businesses
President Donald Trump imposed new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, and this latest round of tariffs could impact Wisconsin businesses.
President Donald Trump imposed new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, and this latest round of tariffs could impact Wisconsin businesses.
Meta slashes 3,600 jobs worldwide, including in the Bay Area
Tech and social media giant Meta is laying off thousands of workers in an effort to push productivity upward.
Tech and social media giant Meta is laying off thousands of workers in an effort to push productivity upward.