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.
FDA: 4 manufacturers to phase out potentially harmful substance commonly found in fast-food containers
The FDA announced that four manufacturers will start to phase-out a potentially harmful substance that is commonly found in fast-food containers, wrappers and pizza boxes.
The FDA announced that four manufacturers will start to phase-out a potentially harmful substance that is commonly found in fast-food containers, wrappers and pizza boxes.
US manufacturing improves in July, outlook clouded by coronavirus
The Institute for Supply Management, an association of purchasing managers, said Monday that its manufacturing index rose to 54.2 last month, up from a June reading of 52.6. Any reading above 50 signals that U.S. manufacturing is expanding.
The Institute for Supply Management, an association of purchasing managers, said Monday that its manufacturing index rose to 54.2 last month, up from a June reading of 52.6. Any reading above 50 signals that U.S. manufacturing is expanding.
Second Lady Karen Pence to visit Milwaukee VA, veteran-owned business Tuesday
Second Lady Karen Pence will be in Milwaukee to take part in a roundtable on veteran suicide prevention at the VA Medical Center, and to tour a veteran-owned business that has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Second Lady Karen Pence will be in Milwaukee to take part in a roundtable on veteran suicide prevention at the VA Medical Center, and to tour a veteran-owned business that has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Rock buys XFL with investment firm for $15M
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the former WWE star-turned-movie giant, partnered with RedBird Capital to buy the league at the 11th hour, Sportico reported Monday. The league was nearly set to go on auction. Johnson and the firm reportedly paid $15 million for the fledgling football league.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the former WWE star-turned-movie giant, partnered with RedBird Capital to buy the league at the 11th hour, Sportico reported Monday. The league was nearly set to go on auction. Johnson and the firm reportedly paid $15 million for the fledgling football league.
CEOs warn Congress of 'catastrophic' pandemic impact on small businesses without more federal aid
Leaders from some of America’s largest companies signed an open letter to Congress urgently calling for lawmakers to help small businesses.
Leaders from some of America’s largest companies signed an open letter to Congress urgently calling for lawmakers to help small businesses.
Splash Mountain ride vehicle became submerged underwater with guests onboard, video shows
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
YMCA temporarily closes downtown Milwaukee branch due to COVID-19
The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee has temporarily closed their branch in downtown Milwaukee "as a result of COVID-19." The downtown YMCA reopened on June 10 with safety measures in place.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee has temporarily closed their branch in downtown Milwaukee "as a result of COVID-19." The downtown YMCA reopened on June 10 with safety measures in place.
Amazon selling coronavirus face shields it helped design at cost
The face shields, priced at $2.65 each, are available to purchase in packs of 25.
The face shields, priced at $2.65 each, are available to purchase in packs of 25.
'We're excited:' Milwaukee Public Museum to reopen Aug. 21, masks will be required
The Milwaukee Public Museum reopens Aug. 21 after its March 15 closure as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and masks will be required for visitors.
The Milwaukee Public Museum reopens Aug. 21 after its March 15 closure as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and masks will be required for visitors.
5 employees at Ho-Chunk casinos in Wisconsin Dells, Wittenberg test positive for COVID-19
Five employees at Ho-Chunk casinos in Wittenberg and Wisconsin Dells have tested positive for COVID-19.
Five employees at Ho-Chunk casinos in Wittenberg and Wisconsin Dells have tested positive for COVID-19.