$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Seniors say 2024 Social Security payment increase not enough to keep up with inflation: survey
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
Millions of businesses eligible for $5.5B Visa Mastercard antitrust fee settlement
If your business accepted Visa and/or Mastercard credit or debit cards over a period of time, you could be eligible for part of a $5.54 billion class-action settlement.
If your business accepted Visa and/or Mastercard credit or debit cards over a period of time, you could be eligible for part of a $5.54 billion class-action settlement.
U.S. employers added 216,000 in December and wage growth solid too
December's job growth was seen across several industries, including government, health care, social assistance and construction jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
December's job growth was seen across several industries, including government, health care, social assistance and construction jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gas prices dip as holiday season ends: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.
The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.
New Taco Bell kits let you make Crunchwrap Supremes at home
Taco Bell calls the Crunchwrap Supreme “perhaps the most iconic menu item in Taco Bell’s history.” Now, you can make the fast food version at home.
Taco Bell calls the Crunchwrap Supreme “perhaps the most iconic menu item in Taco Bell’s history.” Now, you can make the fast food version at home.
Kenosha Hard Rock Casino proposal, Common Council votes to approve
The Kenosha Common Council voted to approve a proposal for a Hard Rock Casino. The site would be run by the Menominee tribe.
The Kenosha Common Council voted to approve a proposal for a Hard Rock Casino. The site would be run by the Menominee tribe.
Johnsonville closing Sheboygan Falls plant, part of acquisition
Johnsonville will be closing a Sheboygan Falls plant, the company confirmed Thursday, as part of its acquisition of a Green Bay-area business.
Johnsonville will be closing a Sheboygan Falls plant, the company confirmed Thursday, as part of its acquisition of a Green Bay-area business.
Chick-fil-A prices surge in recent years, report says
A new report says Chick-fil-A prices have increased 21% in the last two years. Analysts explain the reasonings behind the price hikes and what is expected to come.
A new report says Chick-fil-A prices have increased 21% in the last two years. Analysts explain the reasonings behind the price hikes and what is expected to come.
Former Punch Bowl Social space, Deer District announces new tenant
The former Punch Bowl Social space at Deer District will have a new tenant, The New Fashioned, leaders announced Wednesday.
The former Punch Bowl Social space at Deer District will have a new tenant, The New Fashioned, leaders announced Wednesday.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise, mainly due to increase in natural disasters
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
Nomad Coffee Bar to Westown neighborhood; Milwaukee considers lease
Nomad Coffee Bar may be coming to the Vel R. Phillips Plaza once construction of the building is complete.
Nomad Coffee Bar may be coming to the Vel R. Phillips Plaza once construction of the building is complete.
US beer sales dip to lowest level in 24 years – and Bud Light fallout wasn't the only factor
It was a tough year for beer in America with other big brands also driving sales declines. Here are some of the factors beyond Bud Light’s controversy that have impacted the industry.
It was a tough year for beer in America with other big brands also driving sales declines. Here are some of the factors beyond Bud Light’s controversy that have impacted the industry.
Here's how you can make your 2024 financial goals a reality
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
These are the 5 states with the highest and lowest student loan debt balances
The most populated states in the country tend to have the highest student loan balances, while the least populated tend to have the lowest balances.
The most populated states in the country tend to have the highest student loan balances, while the least populated tend to have the lowest balances.
X now worth 71% less than when Elon Musk bought it, Fidelity estimates
Fidelity was part of the investment group that helped Elon Musk take over Twitter in late 2022.
Fidelity was part of the investment group that helped Elon Musk take over Twitter in late 2022.
Good food, fine art at Mercantile Plaza in Port Washington
Mercantile Plaza has a variety of curated offerings in historic downtown Port Washington, including good food and fine art.
Mercantile Plaza has a variety of curated offerings in historic downtown Port Washington, including good food and fine art.
SmileDirectClub ends operations, halts treatments after filing bankruptcy
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
UK vinyl sales surge to highest level since 1990, thanks to Taylor Swift, others
Vinyl sales surged in 2023, thanks to releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Rey, and more.
Vinyl sales surged in 2023, thanks to releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Rey, and more.
Need a 2024 side hustle? Here are the most in-demand, according to Fiverr
Picking up a second job to make ends meet or achieve financial goals has become more common as high inflation continues to take a toll on Americans.
Picking up a second job to make ends meet or achieve financial goals has become more common as high inflation continues to take a toll on Americans.