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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Milwaukee Christmas tree disposal, couple hopes to address need
Milwaukee will no longer pick up Christmas trees form the curb. A local couple started a business to ensure trees don't go to waste.
Milwaukee will no longer pick up Christmas trees form the curb. A local couple started a business to ensure trees don't go to waste.
SmileDirectClub shuts down 'effective immediately,' leaving customers in limbo
SmileDirectClub announced the closure on its website after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September.
SmileDirectClub announced the closure on its website after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September.
'Nuisance' West Allis Burger King to be razed, mayor announces
West Allis Mayor Dan Devine announced Friday, Dec. 8 that Burger King will raze an abandoned property months after the city took action.
West Allis Mayor Dan Devine announced Friday, Dec. 8 that Burger King will raze an abandoned property months after the city took action.
Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.
The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.
Homebuying demand dries up even as mortgage rates drop: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Wisconsin liquor law overhaul; wedding barns express concern
When Gov. Tony Evers signed a law overhauling Wisconsin’s liquor laws, breweries and wineries welcomed it. But other venues did not.
When Gov. Tony Evers signed a law overhauling Wisconsin’s liquor laws, breweries and wineries welcomed it. But other venues did not.
Record share of home sellers drop prices in October as mortgage rates squeeze buyers' budgets: Redfin
Nearly 7% of for-sale homes posted a price drop during the four weeks ending October 29, on average, the highest portion on record, Redfin says.
Nearly 7% of for-sale homes posted a price drop during the four weeks ending October 29, on average, the highest portion on record, Redfin says.
West Allis sewing business to close after nearly 80 years
Milwaukee Sewing Machine is a longtime staple in West Allis and after nearly 80 years, the family-owned business will soon shut down.
Milwaukee Sewing Machine is a longtime staple in West Allis and after nearly 80 years, the family-owned business will soon shut down.
Here's how high interest rates can help build your savings
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.
Here's where you'll get the most apartment space for $1,700 a month in rent
These southern and midwestern cities will get you the most legroom for $1,700 a month in rent.
These southern and midwestern cities will get you the most legroom for $1,700 a month in rent.
Taylor Swift is Forbes' 5th most powerful woman in the world – see who else made the list
Taylor Swift is in her “power era," outranking dozens of other notable female global figures in politics, media, and business.
Taylor Swift is in her “power era," outranking dozens of other notable female global figures in politics, media, and business.
Americans need extra $11K to afford same standard of living in 2021, Republican analysis finds
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
Social Security: COLA increasing but Medicare costs rising too in 2024
Social Security checks are increasing next year thanks to the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). However, the standard monthly cost of Medicare Part B will increase by $9.80, or 6%, to $174.70 in 2024, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Social Security checks are increasing next year thanks to the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). However, the standard monthly cost of Medicare Part B will increase by $9.80, or 6%, to $174.70 in 2024, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
McDonald’s brings back adult Happy Meals with nostalgic McNugget Buddies
After more than 25 years, McDonald’s is bringing back a nostalgic Happy Meal toy that many kids loved in the late ‘80s and ‘90s.
After more than 25 years, McDonald’s is bringing back a nostalgic Happy Meal toy that many kids loved in the late ‘80s and ‘90s.
Spotify to cut 17% of workforce in third round of layoffs this year
“We now find ourselves in a very different environment," Spotify CEO Daniel Ek said. "And despite our efforts to reduce costs this past year, our cost structure for where we need to be is still too big."
“We now find ourselves in a very different environment," Spotify CEO Daniel Ek said. "And despite our efforts to reduce costs this past year, our cost structure for where we need to be is still too big."
Federal jury awards $17.7 million to Kraft, other suppliers after major price-fixing conspiracy
Kraft Foods Global, Inc., The Kellogg Company, General Mills, Inc. and Nestle USA, Inc. were among the plaintiffs in the lawsuit.
Kraft Foods Global, Inc., The Kellogg Company, General Mills, Inc. and Nestle USA, Inc. were among the plaintiffs in the lawsuit.