For pandemic jobless, the only real certainty is uncertainty
The COVID-19 outbreak and resulting economic upheaval have thrown millions of lives into disarray. Industries have collapsed, businesses closed, jobs disappeared. Compounding the misery is a question no one can answer: When will this all be over?
The COVID-19 outbreak and resulting economic upheaval have thrown millions of lives into disarray. Industries have collapsed, businesses closed, jobs disappeared. Compounding the misery is a question no one can answer: When will this all be over?
Postal Service emerges as flash point heading into election
The Postal Service already was facing questions over how it would handle the expected spike of mail-in ballots due to the coronavirus pandemic, but several operational changes imposed by its new leader have led to mail backlogs across the United States as rumors of additional cutbacks swirl, fueling worries about the November vote.
The Postal Service already was facing questions over how it would handle the expected spike of mail-in ballots due to the coronavirus pandemic, but several operational changes imposed by its new leader have led to mail backlogs across the United States as rumors of additional cutbacks swirl, fueling worries about the November vote.
Minnesotans attending Sturgis asked to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days upon return
Minnesota health leaders are asking Minnesotans who will be attending the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days after they return.
Minnesota health leaders are asking Minnesotans who will be attending the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days after they return.
Pub in Spain bans popular sing-along song amid coronavirus fears: 'There will be no... touching hands'
There will also be no 'touching you'.
There will also be no 'touching you'.
Sprecher, Cedar Crest Ice Cream partner for root beer float giveaway, attempt to break world record
Sprecher Brewing Co. parntered with Cedar Crest Ice Cream to give away tens of thousands of root beer floats -- and attempt to break a world record.
Sprecher Brewing Co. parntered with Cedar Crest Ice Cream to give away tens of thousands of root beer floats -- and attempt to break a world record.
Krispy Kreme offering free coffee, doughnuts for teachers next week
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
Major online glitch causes $0 balance to appear in some Bank of America accounts
Some people were shocked to find $0 in their Bank of America accounts on Wednesday due to what the bank said was a glitch.
Some people were shocked to find $0 in their Bank of America accounts on Wednesday due to what the bank said was a glitch.
Service, hospitality industry hurt by decision to make DNC nearly entirely virtual
The announcement that Joe Biden will not accept the Democratic nomination for president in Milwaukee marks a heartbreaking end to what was supposed to be a major economic boost for local businesses.
The announcement that Joe Biden will not accept the Democratic nomination for president in Milwaukee marks a heartbreaking end to what was supposed to be a major economic boost for local businesses.
Racine Common Council extends COVID-19 emergency declaration to Dec. 31
The Racine Common Council will vote on whether to extend the city's mask mandate, business restrictions and emergency declaration until New Year's Eve.
The Racine Common Council will vote on whether to extend the city's mask mandate, business restrictions and emergency declaration until New Year's Eve.
Noah's Ark Waterpark closed for the season due to COVID-19 concerns
Noah's Ark Waterpark has been closed for the season, citing COVID-19 concerns.
Noah's Ark Waterpark has been closed for the season, citing COVID-19 concerns.
JetBlue says it will continue to block middle seats through mid-October as COVID-19 precaution
The airline announced its commitment to blocking middle seats through at least Oct. 15 to help maintain social distancing in the fight against coronavirus.
The airline announced its commitment to blocking middle seats through at least Oct. 15 to help maintain social distancing in the fight against coronavirus.
Virgin Atlantic files for bankruptcy protection in U.S.
Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic airline is seeking protection from creditors as it tries to survive the pandemic that is slamming air travel.
Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic airline is seeking protection from creditors as it tries to survive the pandemic that is slamming air travel.
Japanese company’s ‘smart’ face mask translates wearer’s speech into 8 different languages
A robotics start-up in Japan has created a “smart mask” that is designed to facilitate international communication in a socially distanced society.
A robotics start-up in Japan has created a “smart mask” that is designed to facilitate international communication in a socially distanced society.
Cruise lines suspend operations until at least Oct. 31 amid COVID-19 pandemic
“This is a difficult decision as we recognize the crushing impact that this pandemic has had on our community and every other industry,” said the Cruise Lines International Association in a statement.
“This is a difficult decision as we recognize the crushing impact that this pandemic has had on our community and every other industry,” said the Cruise Lines International Association in a statement.
Planned jet could fly from NYC to London in 90 minutes
Virgin Galactic unveiled the design for an upcoming high-speed aircraft this week that may be able to fly from New York to London in 90 minutes.
Virgin Galactic unveiled the design for an upcoming high-speed aircraft this week that may be able to fly from New York to London in 90 minutes.
9 Milwaukee businesses get warning letters, reportedly did not comply with reopening guidelines
The Milwaukee Health Department issued warning to nine local businesses after receiving complaints that they failed to comply with the Milwaukee Cares ordinance.
The Milwaukee Health Department issued warning to nine local businesses after receiving complaints that they failed to comply with the Milwaukee Cares ordinance.
What to do with airline and travel credit cards amid coronavirus
With air travel on a downward flight path these days, it’s time to decide what to do with airline and travel credit cards.
With air travel on a downward flight path these days, it’s time to decide what to do with airline and travel credit cards.
Nebraska restaurant server receives 5-cent tip from customer who wrote ‘get rid of masks’ on receipt
Ali Siverhus posted a photo of a signed receipt she received from a customer she waited on who gave her a 5-cent tip and a note that read “get rid of masks, tips will be bigger.”
Ali Siverhus posted a photo of a signed receipt she received from a customer she waited on who gave her a 5-cent tip and a note that read “get rid of masks, tips will be bigger.”
'I saw the happiness:' Jelly Belly founder pushing to keep Pleasant Prairie store open
With the Pleasant Prairie center prepared to close, the founder of Jelly Belly is pushing back -- hoping to save the jelly bean store that has called the area home for years.
With the Pleasant Prairie center prepared to close, the founder of Jelly Belly is pushing back -- hoping to save the jelly bean store that has called the area home for years.
Florida baby, rescued calf delight social media with Chick-fil-A photoshoot
A one-year-old and a baby cow are getting a lot of attention for their adorable, Chick-fil-A-themed photoshoot.
A one-year-old and a baby cow are getting a lot of attention for their adorable, Chick-fil-A-themed photoshoot.