Red Arrow Park new vendor; Biggby Coffee to replace Starbucks
Milwaukee County Parks announced on Tuesday, Dec. 19 the selection of Biggby Coffee as the new vendor for Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee.
Riverwest Co-op at risk of closing; asking for public's help
The Riverwest Co-op, located at the corner of Clarke and Fratney in Milwaukee, is at risk of closing.
Boston Market's owner files for bankruptcy amid legal troubles
Owner Jay Pandya filed for bankruptcy recently amid financial troubles and lawsuits from debtors.
Americans living in these states are worse off financially: survey
Americans nationwide are feeling the lingering impact of inflation on their wallets, but these three states have it the worst, according to a recent WalletHub survey.
Biden forgives another $4.8 billion in federal student loan debt, but alternative relief plan hits a snag
The Biden administration has forgiven a total of $132 billion in federal student loans for more than 3.6 million Americans, and all of it has bypassed the need for congressional approval.
Kwik Trip expands Wisconsin operations; plans to create 500+ jobs
Kwik Trip announced on Monday, Dec. 18 it will invest more than $151 million to expand its operations at multiple locations throughout Wisconsin.
Third Space Brewing Menomonee Falls location announced
Third Space Brewing announced plans on Monday, Dec. 18 to open a new location at the corner of Good Hope Road and Appleton Avenue in Menomonee Falls.
Running for a bonus: Company gives larger cash rewards if workers can run 2 miles a day
The Chinese paper company swapped its year-end bonuses for monthly, exercise-based cash rewards, telling a state-owned newspaper how “a company can last long when its employees are healthy."
Japanese steel company purchasing U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
Nippon Steel said Monday that the deal will bolster its manufacturing and technology capabilities, and also expand the company's production in the U.S. and add to its positions in Japan.
Costco sold $100 million in gold bars last quarter
CFO Richard Galanti said in September that the gold bars are 'typically gone within a few hours.'
Mortgage rates dip below 7 percent as the housing outlook brightens for 2024: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Gas prices on downward slide, further price drops likely: AAA
A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.
Temu accuses Shein of using 'mafia-style intimidation' of suppliers to restrict its growth
A complaint filed in federal court claims Shein called suppliers it believes to be working with Temu to its offices, detaining them for hours, seizing their phones and threatening to impose penalties for doing business with its rival.
Fed decides no interest rate bump in December, indicates cuts ahead
The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
12 percent of retired Americans plan to return to the workforce in 2024: survey
Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.
Milwaukee Brewers: Johnsonville owners buy minority stake in team
The Milwaukee Brewers announced Ralph and Shelly Stayer, owners of Johnsonville, the sausage company, purchased a minority stake in the MLB franchise.
Are annual reviews going away? What this means for the workforce
The U.S. job market remains strong, and more employers are looking for ways to give feedback and constructive criticism without doing a full-blown annual performance evaluation.
Toy maker Hasbro to cut 1,100 jobs, prompted by ongoing slowdown in sales
Toy maker Hasbro is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce.
West Allis Burger King demolition begins soon after legal battle
After a legal battle, the City of West Allis has it their way – a vacant Burger King restaurant will soon be demolished.
Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan
The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.