Sports Illustrated planning to lay off most, if not all, staff
The publisher of Sports Illustrated has notified employees it is planning to lay off a significant portion — possibly all — of the outlet's staff after its license to use the iconic brand's name in print and digital was revoked.
Sprecher Brewing enters energy drink category, purchases Juvee
Sprecher Brewing Company announced its expansion into the energy drink category with the purchase of Juvee from global gaming and lifestyle brand, 100 Thieves.
Macy's to slash 2,350 jobs, close 5 stores in move to embrace technology: report
Famed retailer Macy's is planning on shuttering five storefronts and laying off over 2,000 employees; here's the list of closures.
Biden just shortened the timeline to student loan forgiveness for these borrowers
Borrowers already enrolled in SAVE who initially took out $12,000 or less for college may have their loans forgiven soon.
Mary Poppins bag lawsuit: Uniqlo accuses Shein of copying hit product
The Uniqlo bag is praised on TikTok and other social media as roomy but also light and compact.
Just over 15 percent of home listings were considered affordable in 2023: Redfin
Just 15.5% of homes are considered affordable for everyday homebuyers, the lowest share on record.
Home buyers struggle in 2023, but homeownership rate could rise in 2024
Housing inventory was low in 2023, but homeownership stayed steady at 66%. The rate could see an increase in 2024.
Hard Rock Casino proposal, Kenosha County board votes to approve
The Kenosha County Board of Supervisors voted to approve a proposal for a Hard Rock Casino.
Diamond company cuts prices this month amid difficult economy, lab-grown demand
The company reportedly sought to drum up more sales.
73 percent of Americans still haven’t bounced back financially from the COVID-19 pandemic
Americans struggle to meet basic costs, with 73% reporting they haven't yet recovered financially from the fallout of COVID-19.
IRS waiving $1 billion in penalty taxes, will kick off 2024 tax season on Jan. 29
The 2024 tax season gets officially underway at the end of January and some taxpayers could see tax penalties waived, the IRS said.
Sam's Club will stop checking receipts at the door and do this instead
The Warehouse Club is using this new method to enhance the shopping experience for customers.
Uline hiring event; warehouse workers sought, starting pay $29/hour
Uline, a distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, is hosting its first hiring event of 2024 on Saturday, Jan. 20.
New Milwaukee sales taxes, check receipts for correct charges
The Wisconsin State Department of Revenue (DOR) wants consumers and retailers to make sure the new Milwaukee sales taxes are charged correctly.
Major bank announces elimination of 20,000 jobs after losses
Citigroup announced a net loss of $1.8 billion in the fourth quarter.
Milwaukee's Lopez Bakery closing Sunday after 50 years
Lopez Bakery, a staple on Milwaukee's south side, will officially close Sunday after 50 years in business. The owners announced plans to close in November.
Panera Bread announces $1 soup deal for National Soup Month, reveals new menu item
Panera customers can use the code SOUP to snag a $1 cup of soup to add to any entrée purchase
Milwaukee snow blower sales, repairs 'shot in the arm' for business
A Milwaukee snow blower sales and repair business has seen a spike this week after one round of snow and another expected to start the weekend.
Hertz selling 20,000 EVs from rental fleet; will reinvest in gas-powered vehicles
The offloading of the vehicles will cut the company's global EV fleet by one-third, Hertz said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Miller Lite selling beer mints in move embracing Dry January
Miller Lite said the 40-piece tins of Beer Mints will hit the market in two portions of online sales.