America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion

Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.

Waterford business theft; catalytic converters stolen

A Waterford small business shared video of a thief who recently came with a saw and left with two catalytic converters from a delivery truck.

Milwaukee Master Lock plant closed; Amani neighborhood impacted

Master Lock ended operations and closed its Milwaukee plant after more than 100 years. Hundreds of jobs moved out of the city, and people in the Amani neighborhood say the closure had an impact.

Republican states file suit to stop Biden's SAVE student loan repayment plan

The Kansas-led lawsuit seeks to halt the SAVE plan immediately, arguing that the U.S. Department of Education has no authority to alter student loan repayment plans, essentially canceling more than $156 million in student loan debt.

Milwaukee County Parks, Molson Coors team up for fundraising campaign

Molson Coors, in partnership with Milwaukee County Parks and Milwaukee Parks Foundation, kicked off on Wednesday, April 3, a two-year matching campaign to support Milwaukee County Parks.

3 in 4 Americans think tipping has gotten out of control, survey finds

Most Americans are getting tired of tipping and admit they only do it because they feel like they have to, according to a recent survey by WalletHub.

Minimum wage vs. tipped wage: State-by-state comparison

Most fast food workers in California are set to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour under a new law that starts Monday. Here is a look at how that compares to other minimum wages across the country.

Final fourth quarter GDP revised upwards as consumer spending rises

The final estimate for real gross domestic product (GDP) in the fourth quarter of 2023 was revised upwards, showing that the U.S. economy grew.

Capitol Drive food truck ban, Milwaukee committee OKs plan for return

Food trucks could soon return to Milwaukee's northwest side. Currently, they're banned from operating on Capitol Drive from 76th Street west to the city limits.