MADISON — Gov.
Co-chairs of Joint Finance Committee announce 6 public hearings on 2017-2019 budget
MADISON -- The co-chairs of the budget-writing Joint Finance Committee have announced six upcoming public hearings on the 2017-2019 state budget."Every budget cycle, the Joint Finance Committee travels the state to hold several public hearings on the state budget.
MADISON -- The co-chairs of the budget-writing Joint Finance Committee have announced six upcoming public hearings on the 2017-2019 state budget."Every budget cycle, the Joint Finance Committee travels the state to hold several public hearings on the state budget.
Unemployment rises in Wisconsin's 32 largest cities
MADISON — Unemployment rates rose across all of Wisconsin's largest cities between December and January.A new report the Department of Workforce Development released Wednesday shows the unemployment rate went up in the state's 32 largest cities.
MADISON — Unemployment rates rose across all of Wisconsin's largest cities between December and January.A new report the Department of Workforce Development released Wednesday shows the unemployment rate went up in the state's 32 largest cities.
US adds robust 235K jobs, making Fed rate hike all but sure
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers added a robust 235,000 jobs in February and raised pay at a healthy pace, making it all but certain that the Federal Reserve will raise short-term interest rates next week.Friday's jobs report from the government made clear that the economy remains on solid footing nearly eight years after the Great Recession ended.The unemployment rate dipped to a low 4.7 percent from 4.8 percent, the Labor Department said.
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers added a robust 235,000 jobs in February and raised pay at a healthy pace, making it all but certain that the Federal Reserve will raise short-term interest rates next week.Friday's jobs report from the government made clear that the economy remains on solid footing nearly eight years after the Great Recession ended.The unemployment rate dipped to a low 4.7 percent from 4.8 percent, the Labor Department said.
House votes to overturn drug testing regulation for those seeking unemployment benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The House voted 236-189 Wednesday, February 15th to overturn a Labor Department rule establishing when states could require drug testing for certain laid-off workers seeking unemployment insurance.Mississippi, Wisconsin and Texas are among the states that have passed laws seeking to expand drug testing in their unemployment insurance programs.But they needed the Labor Department's guidance on which applicants, based on their occupation, could be tested.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The House voted 236-189 Wednesday, February 15th to overturn a Labor Department rule establishing when states could require drug testing for certain laid-off workers seeking unemployment insurance.Mississippi, Wisconsin and Texas are among the states that have passed laws seeking to expand drug testing in their unemployment insurance programs.But they needed the Labor Department's guidance on which applicants, based on their occupation, could be tested.
MADISON — Gov.
Republican leaders differ with Governor Walker on budget
MADISON -- Republican legislative leaders are showing where divisions will be with Gov.
MADISON -- Republican legislative leaders are showing where divisions will be with Gov.
Gov. Walker says budget will include $649M more for public schools, 2 years after proposed cuts
MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker said the budget he's set to unveil Wednesday, February 8th will include hundreds of millions more for public schools.
MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker said the budget he's set to unveil Wednesday, February 8th will include hundreds of millions more for public schools.
MADISON — Gov.
Local unemployment rates fluctuate across Wisconsin; highest in Racine
MADISON — Local unemployment rates went down in most major Wisconsin cities, but increased in most counties between October and November.The state Department of Workforce Development released the latest figures on Wednesday.
MADISON — Local unemployment rates went down in most major Wisconsin cities, but increased in most counties between October and November.The state Department of Workforce Development released the latest figures on Wednesday.
Kohl's sees 'record-breaking' online sales
The holiday season is off to a profitable start for Kohl's -- thanks to a record-breaking Thanksgiving, leading into the Black Friday weekend.Kohl's set a record for single-day online sales on Thanksgiving, and that was before customers took advantage of deals on Cyber Monday.Kohl's officials plan to release details on Cyber Monday sales soon.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
The holiday season is off to a profitable start for Kohl's -- thanks to a record-breaking Thanksgiving, leading into the Black Friday weekend.Kohl's set a record for single-day online sales on Thanksgiving, and that was before customers took advantage of deals on Cyber Monday.Kohl's officials plan to release details on Cyber Monday sales soon.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Black Friday 2016: More shoppers, less spending -- some said deep discounts "actually really good this year"
GLENDALE -- If you hit the stores this Thanksgiving holiday weekend -- you certainly weren't alone! 154 million bargain hunters visited department stores and beyond to spend -- and in the process, they saved big!The story of Black Friday 2016 was more shoppers spending less money.
GLENDALE -- If you hit the stores this Thanksgiving holiday weekend -- you certainly weren't alone! 154 million bargain hunters visited department stores and beyond to spend -- and in the process, they saved big!The story of Black Friday 2016 was more shoppers spending less money.
"Done this every year!" Black Friday shoppers search for bargains well into the evening
GREENDALE -- Some might say the holiday shopping season has officially begun.
GREENDALE -- Some might say the holiday shopping season has officially begun.
Uniquely Milwaukee: Hundreds line up to get a once-a-year brew at Lakefront Brewery
MILWAUKEE -- It is a once-a-year offering that hundreds of beer lovers simply cannot resist -- and it's uniquely Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- It is a once-a-year offering that hundreds of beer lovers simply cannot resist -- and it's uniquely Milwaukee.
"It’s a family tradition:" Shoppers by the thousands seek out Black Friday deals
MILWAUKEE -- While most people were still asleep, still peacefully digesting their turkey and stuffing, some caffeinated customers were already in search of the hot deals.“Energy drinks," said Sean Chramega, who was up all night going from store to store. "Just energy drinks.”
MILWAUKEE -- While most people were still asleep, still peacefully digesting their turkey and stuffing, some caffeinated customers were already in search of the hot deals.“Energy drinks," said Sean Chramega, who was up all night going from store to store. "Just energy drinks.”
Police: Parking lot dispute leaves 1 dead at Nevada Walmart
RENO, Nev. — Police say a Thanksgiving night dispute in the parking lot of a Nevada Walmart has left one man dead.Police in Reno say the argument began shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday.
RENO, Nev. — Police say a Thanksgiving night dispute in the parking lot of a Nevada Walmart has left one man dead.Police in Reno say the argument began shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday.
Black Friday draws in shoppers looking for great deals. especially on toys
MILWAUKEE -- The old saying goes, "The early bird gets the worm." That couldn't be more true on days like Black Friday.Deals are offered all across southeast Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE -- The old saying goes, "The early bird gets the worm." That couldn't be more true on days like Black Friday.Deals are offered all across southeast Wisconsin.
"Looking for the deals:" Black Friday shoppers get a jumpstart Thanksgiving Day
FOX POINT -- Black Friday shopping started early this Thanksgiving.
FOX POINT -- Black Friday shopping started early this Thanksgiving.
"A lot of good deals:" Shoppers hit Kmart in West Allis as early as 6:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving!
WEST ALLIS -- Once the Thanksgiving feast was consumed, for some, it was time to get the Christmas shopping started!
WEST ALLIS -- Once the Thanksgiving feast was consumed, for some, it was time to get the Christmas shopping started!