Car insurance cost rises 17%: Here are some factors that can help lower your bill
Insurance premiums have increased by 17% over the past 12 months, but drivers can use some cost-reducing strategies to lower those premiums, according to a recent Experian report.
Brewers playoff appearance equals boost for businesses; 'Huge increase'
Their kegs and freezers are filled. Now bars and restaurants near American Family Field are preparing for the crush of Brewers fans – as the team enters the postseason.
Fear over Social Security's future pushes Americans to claim benefits early: survey
Most Americans understand Social Security, but concern over its future is pushing many to claim retirement benefits early, a recent Schroders survey said.
Charmin revolutionizes toilet paper design: A game-changer in bathroom comfort
Charmin has announced a new design in its toilet paper for the first time in 100 years — and it’s not what you think.
UAW Strike inflicts nearly $4 billion in losses, analysis shows
The economic damage from the strike will continue to worsen each week that workers are off the line. After last week's added targets, one automaker is expected to hit particularly hard.
Toys R Us plans ambitious retail expansion: A return to air, land, and sea markets
Toys R Us, once thought to be a retail relic of the past, is set for a remarkable resurgence in the United States.
Gas prices unseasonably high despite a drop in demand: AAA
Nationwide gas prices dipped on average by only three cents to $3.83 for the week ending Sept. 28, according to AAA.
Extreme weather impacting how buyers shop for homes: Zillow
Most shoppers consider at least one climate risk in the homebuying process, a recent Zillow survey said.
Americans to deplete pandemic era savings by end of Q3
After accumulating record breaking excess savings in the COVID-19 recession, Americans could soon deplete these reserves, the San Francisco Fed reported.
Costco exec says membership fee increase question of 'when, not if'
Costco CFO Richard Galanti remained coy about when the retailer's members could see their membership price increase, saying it would "happen at some point."
How a government shutdown could affect student loan payments
With a government shutdown looming, student loan borrowers could face more headaches once student loan repayments resume after a three year pause. Here’s what you need to know.
UAW's Shawn Fain gives Detroit's Big Three new deadline before more strikes expected
UAW President Shawn Fain is expected to announce more striking locations on Friday if serious progress isn't made.
Target closing stores due to theft, concerns of violence toward workers
"We cannot continue operating these stores because theft and organized retail crime are threatening the safety of our team and guests," Target officials wrote in a release.
Hollywood strike: Actors vote to authorize new walkout against video game makers
Striking actors have voted to expand their walkout to include the lucrative video game market, a step that could put new pressure on Hollywood studios to make a deal with the performers who provide voices and stunts for games.
Student loan scams surge as October repayment date approaches
Scammers are looking to take advantage of borrowers in need of financial assistance as student loan payments start back up.
Amazon faces lawsuit over allegations of price inflation, anti-competitive practices
The Federal Trade Commission and 17 state attorney generals filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon on Tuesday, alleging the e-commerce behemoth uses its position in the marketplace to inflate prices on other platforms.
Biden's student debt forgiveness may be taxed in these five states
Although student debt discharged is exempt from federal tax due to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, some states may still tax the savings, according to a report by the Tax Foundation.
Greendale's Milk Can Diner closing; last day of service Oct. 1
Greendale's Milk Can Diner is closing. As noted in a Facebook post, the diner will have its last day of service on Sunday, Oct. 1.
Waukesha Donnie Boy's bar closed, tenants kicked out
Waukesha's Donnie Boy's Tap was shut down by building inspectors who called it dangerous and unfit for human habitation. Tenants in the building were kicked out of their apartments.