New Boeing proposal on table for striking WA workers

Boeing has a new offer for more than 33,000 workers who have been on strike since September 13. Voting takes place next week.

Girl Scouts may raise yearly dues by 240% amid declining membership

Some who are involved with the Girl Scouts worry the increase could price out middle class and financially struggling families.

Hardware wholesaler True Value files for bankruptcy, plans sale to rival

Wholesale hardware supplier True Value has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is planning to sell by the end of the year to rival Do It Best.

Major paint company to lay off 1,800 workers, close facilities

The company is cutting nearly 2,000 jobs in the U.S. and Europe as it undergoes a comprehensive cost reduction program. It's also selling its architectural business.

Waukesha's Husco International to hire 250 new workers

A Waukesha-based manufacturing company made a huge announcement on Thursday, Oct. 17 – to the tune of $200 million.

Jolly Good Soda; Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin for 2024

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association, announced the 2024 Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin as Jolly Good Soda, made in Random Lake.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Big Lots to shutter more than 50 retail locations

Big Lots aims to permanently close the doors of more than 50 stores in numerous U.S. states.

Walgreens to close 1,200 stores across country

Walgreens will close about 1,200 locations over the next three years as the drugstore chain seeks to turnaround a struggling U.S. business that contributed to a $3 billion quarterly loss.

Milwaukee catering business burglarized, crashed into days apart

A car crashed into a small business on Milwaukee's north side just days after police said the same business was burglarized.

Waukesha County sales tax proposal, business group opposes

A Waukesha County commerce group on Wednesday voiced opposition to a proposed county sales tax, days after an ordinance was introduced.

Could Red Lobster's endless shrimp return? New CEO weighs in

Red Lobster’s new CEO recalled the ‘chaos’ created by the $20 endless shrimp promotion that propelled the company toward bankruptcy.

Pink Floyd sells music for $400 million - see who else has made huge deals

Pink Floyd is the latest to participate in an ongoing trend of big acts and their rights holders making deals to sell their back-catalogs for a big sum. See who else has cashed in.

Sentry Equipment 'Manufacturing Day;' students learn about careers

A 100-year-old manufacturer is recruiting from a new generation. Sentry Equipment Corp. in Oconomowoc held "Manufacturing Day" for students.

Taxpayers in these 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS

The IRS is expanding its Direct File program to 30 million taxpayers in 24 states for the 2025 tax season. Learn more about the new eligibility standards and participating states.

Will the US port strike raise gas prices? What you need to know

Experts say the U.S. port strike could eventually affect the oil and gas industry. While no immediate disruptions are expected, the real question is whether prolonged strikes could lead to price hikes.