American Airlines ends COVID leave for unvaccinated workers

American Airlines will no longer offer paid pandemic time off for employees who get sick but are not vaccinated against COVID-19

9/11 attack prompted more security, less privacy for travelers

Ask anyone old enough to remember travel before Sept. 11, 2001, and you're likely to get a gauzy recollection of what flying was like.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, husband welcome 2 children

The first openly gay person to be confirmed by the Senate for a Cabinet position had shared last month that the couple had become parents after seeking to adopt.

Labor Day COVID caution: Hospitalizations rising in Wisconsin

The COVID-19 delta variant and a rising number of hospitalizations in Wisconsin are not keeping people from traveling for Labor Day weekend.

Evers appoints Wisconsin tourism secretary

Gov. Tony Evers announced he is appointing Anne Sayers to serve as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism on Thursday, Sept. 2.

Bud Light rolls out pumpkin spice hard seltzer

Starting Sept. 6, Bud Light Seltzer flavors will include pumpkin spice, toasted marshmallow, maple pear and apple crisp.

Wauwatosa free steering wheel locks distributed to Kia owners

The Wauwatosa Police Department gave out free steering wheel locks on Saturday, Aug. 28 to Kia owners who live or work in the city.

Eviction ban lifted, Milwaukee resources available

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration from enforcing an eviction ban. Resources are available for Milwaukee families who need help.

Milwaukee Bucks championship commemorative wine released

The Milwaukee Bucks partnered with Mano’s Wine to produce commemorative wine bottles celebrating the team’s 2021 NBA Finals championship.

Most rental assistance has still not gone out, feds report

The latest data shows that the pace of distribution increased in July over June and that nearly a million households have been helped.

Krispy Kreme sweetens deal by offering another free doughnut to vaccinated customers

Krispy Kreme announced the “Show Your Heart” promotion Wednesday, which will allow customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccine card can receive an original glazed doughnut, as well as a heart-shaped treat.

Old Navy no longer separating women's plus-size clothing

Old Navy will no longer keep women’s plus-size clothing in a separate section and instead will showcase sizes 0 to 28 together in stores.

GM recalls all Chevy Bolts due to fire risk

General Motors is recalling all Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles sold worldwide to fix a battery problem that could cause fires.

Unruly airline passenger fines top $1 million, FAA says

Airlines have reported about 3,900 incidents of unruly passengers this year, and three-fourths involve refusal to wear a mask, according to the FAA.