Toyota recalls over 9,000 Lexus vehicles amid fuel pump failure risk

Toyota is recalling more than 9,000 Lexus vehicles due to a potential fuel pump failure that could increase the risk of a crash.

2026 Chill on the Hill schedule; 21st season set to kick off June 9

The Bay View Neighborhood Association (BVNA) and Milwaukee County Parks announced on Wednesday, April 15, the lineup for the 21st Season of Chill on the Hill at the Humboldt Park Band Chalet.

Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year

Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.

Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 25K vehicles over drive shaft problems

The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.

United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump

United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years. 

Trump touts tax change with $100 tip to DoorDash driver at White House

With just two days to go until the IRS deadline, President Donald Trump wanted to showcase one of his signature tax initiatives with the help of some McDonald’s and a $100 tip to the DoorDash delivery driver.

7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores during 2026 fiscal year

The parent company of 7-Eleven intends to shut down hundreds of its North American locations over the coming months.

Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave

The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave. 

Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes

Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.

Average new car prices near $50,000 as rate of increase accelerates

As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.

Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police

A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.

Home distilling ban struck down after 158 years

A U.S. Appellate Court ended a federal prohibition on distilling hard liquor that stretched all the way back to the Reconstruction era. 

Wheel and Sprocket Bike Expo Sale
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The Bike Expo Sale is back this weekend, April 10 -12, at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center. Come shop over 2,000 new and used bikes, hybrid bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes, and more!

Hyundai recalls nearly 300K vehicles over seat belt defect

Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.