Some tools to help you track the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals
MILWAUKEE -- Some of you may start the day off with a run, eat your feast -- and then head out to shop.
MILWAUKEE -- Some of you may start the day off with a run, eat your feast -- and then head out to shop.
Ads, hours, who's open, and who's not! Your Ultimate 2016 Black Friday shopping guide
MILWAUKEE -- Once you finish your Thanksgiving feast, on Thursday, November 24th, you may be itching to get started on your holiday shopping!
MILWAUKEE -- Once you finish your Thanksgiving feast, on Thursday, November 24th, you may be itching to get started on your holiday shopping!
These websites can help you find the best Black Friday deals
If you're looking to score the best deals on Black Friday, these deal websites can help!Let's face it - Black Friday has morphed into nearly a week of shopping deals - from the Wednesday before Thanksgiving to the "Cyber" Monday after.
If you're looking to score the best deals on Black Friday, these deal websites can help!Let's face it - Black Friday has morphed into nearly a week of shopping deals - from the Wednesday before Thanksgiving to the "Cyber" Monday after.
Amazon, Kohl's, other retailers poised for big spike in online holiday sales
Shoppers are expected to spend even more money this holiday season.The National Retail Federation has estimated shoppers will spend an average of $935 during November and December of 2016.That would be a 3.6 percent increase from 2015.But online sales are expected to grow even more -- between seven and 10 percent over 2015 -- to more than $117 billion.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Shoppers are expected to spend even more money this holiday season.The National Retail Federation has estimated shoppers will spend an average of $935 during November and December of 2016.That would be a 3.6 percent increase from 2015.But online sales are expected to grow even more -- between seven and 10 percent over 2015 -- to more than $117 billion.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
"It's like the Super Bowl:" Black Friday deals at Walmart available at 6pm on Thanksgiving; earlier online
GREENFIELD -- Even before they’ve fully digested their turkey, some people will head out to stores on Thanksgiving in search of killer deals.
GREENFIELD -- Even before they’ve fully digested their turkey, some people will head out to stores on Thanksgiving in search of killer deals.
"Helping doors open:" Non-profit strives to raise cash to open daytime homeless center
MILWAUKEE -- The "epicenter of poverty" in Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE -- The "epicenter of poverty" in Wisconsin.
Walmart unveils Black Friday 2016 deals
Walmart has big plans for Black Friday.The discount chain unveiled several Black Friday discounts on TVs, electronics, small home appliances and toys that will be available in store and online during the major shopping day.Walmart will kick off its sale at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.Black Friday deals will include:
Walmart has big plans for Black Friday.The discount chain unveiled several Black Friday discounts on TVs, electronics, small home appliances and toys that will be available in store and online during the major shopping day.Walmart will kick off its sale at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.Black Friday deals will include:
Black Friday doorbusters & deals: Kohl's to kick off five-day savings event November 21st
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Kohl's will kick off a five-day savings event Monday, November 21st.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Kohl's will kick off a five-day savings event Monday, November 21st.
Public weighs in on proposed $60 (or $30) wheel tax; Abele calls it "single most important budget issue"
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Some in Milwaukee County want elected officials to "park" a proposal calling for a so-called "wheel tax."Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has proposed, as part of his 2017 budget, a $60/year vehicle registration fee to help cover transportation costs -- and Milwaukee County supervisors on Monday, October 31st fired back with an alternative.Supervisors wanted to hear public input on the proposal before they vote on it next week, so a hearing was held on Monday evening.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Some in Milwaukee County want elected officials to "park" a proposal calling for a so-called "wheel tax."Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has proposed, as part of his 2017 budget, a $60/year vehicle registration fee to help cover transportation costs -- and Milwaukee County supervisors on Monday, October 31st fired back with an alternative.Supervisors wanted to hear public input on the proposal before they vote on it next week, so a hearing was held on Monday evening.
How do you feel about a $60 or $30 "wheel tax" in Milwaukee? County supervisors want to hear from you!
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County residents are encouraged to weigh in on a proposed new tax.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County residents are encouraged to weigh in on a proposed new tax.
Survey: More than 50% think stores should remain CLOSED on Thanksgiving
BestBlackFriday.com has posted the results of its 2016 "Thanksgiving Day Shopping Survey," which found that more than 50 percent of people aren't pleased some stores are choosing to stay open on the holiday.The survey was posted on October 23rd and included 502 American adults over the age of 18.
BestBlackFriday.com has posted the results of its 2016 "Thanksgiving Day Shopping Survey," which found that more than 50 percent of people aren't pleased some stores are choosing to stay open on the holiday.The survey was posted on October 23rd and included 502 American adults over the age of 18.
Wisconsin unemployment drops to lowest level since 2001
MADISON — Wisconsin's unemployment rate has dropped to its lowest level since 2001.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that Wisconsin's unemployment rate in September was 4.1 percent.
MADISON — Wisconsin's unemployment rate has dropped to its lowest level since 2001.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that Wisconsin's unemployment rate in September was 4.1 percent.
Trick yourself into saving more money: Expert shares some simple ways to save
MILWAUKEE -- Here's something spooky -- most Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings account.
MILWAUKEE -- Here's something spooky -- most Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings account.
Bringing holiday tradition back: Brookfield Square Mall will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving
BROOKFIELD– CBL & Associates Properties, Inc., owner of Brookfield Square, announced Wednesday, October 12th in a press release that Brookfield Square Mall will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day.The mall will reopen at 6:00 a.m. on Black Friday, November 25th.“We want to bring back the excitement of Black Friday shopping as the true start of the holiday shopping season and allow our employees, retailers, and shoppers to spend the Thanksgiving holiday with their families,” said Stephen Lebovitz, President and CEO, CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.
BROOKFIELD– CBL & Associates Properties, Inc., owner of Brookfield Square, announced Wednesday, October 12th in a press release that Brookfield Square Mall will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day.The mall will reopen at 6:00 a.m. on Black Friday, November 25th.“We want to bring back the excitement of Black Friday shopping as the true start of the holiday shopping season and allow our employees, retailers, and shoppers to spend the Thanksgiving holiday with their families,” said Stephen Lebovitz, President and CEO, CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.
Mayor Barrett's 2017 budget includes more money for MPD; but staffing levels will remain the same
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, September 26th presented his 2017 budget to the Milwaukee Common Council.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, September 26th presented his 2017 budget to the Milwaukee Common Council.
Mayor Barrett pledges funding for more officers: "Public safety is gonna be, by far, the biggest portion of my budget"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has pledged funding for more police officers will be the biggest part of his proposed budget.On Tuesday, September 6th, Mayor Barrett wasn't sharing details about his proposed public safety budget -- just that there will be a request for more funding.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has pledged funding for more police officers will be the biggest part of his proposed budget.On Tuesday, September 6th, Mayor Barrett wasn't sharing details about his proposed public safety budget -- just that there will be a request for more funding.
Good news for drivers -- gas prices at their lowest levels since 2004!
Good news for drivers -- gas prices are at the lowest levels since 2004!The national average for a gallon of regular was $2.21 on Monday, September 5th -- 20 cents cheaper than this time in 2015.Low gas prices this summer has meant big savings for drivers -- almost $19 billion compared to 2015.The average U.S. household is expected to pocket an extra $320 in savings this year, thanks to plunging gas prices.CLICK HERE to access the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker, and find the cheapest gas nearest you!
Good news for drivers -- gas prices are at the lowest levels since 2004!The national average for a gallon of regular was $2.21 on Monday, September 5th -- 20 cents cheaper than this time in 2015.Low gas prices this summer has meant big savings for drivers -- almost $19 billion compared to 2015.The average U.S. household is expected to pocket an extra $320 in savings this year, thanks to plunging gas prices.CLICK HERE to access the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker, and find the cheapest gas nearest you!
Analysis: $9.7 million in bonuses, pay increases for state workers in Wisconsin in 2016
MADISON — The state of Wisconsin paid an estimated $9.7 million in one-time bonuses or various pay increases for state workers in fiscal year 2016.An analysis by the Wisconsin State Journal found the payments went to 4,638 workers, roughly 15 percent of the state's workforce.The newspaper analyzed merit-based bonuses, as well as payments that were meant to retain employees or make their salaries equitable to their peers.The amount is more than double what was given out in fiscal year 2015, when Gov.
MADISON — The state of Wisconsin paid an estimated $9.7 million in one-time bonuses or various pay increases for state workers in fiscal year 2016.An analysis by the Wisconsin State Journal found the payments went to 4,638 workers, roughly 15 percent of the state's workforce.The newspaper analyzed merit-based bonuses, as well as payments that were meant to retain employees or make their salaries equitable to their peers.The amount is more than double what was given out in fiscal year 2015, when Gov.
Gas prices up by a half cent to $2.17 a gallon nationally
CAMARILLO, Calif. — The average price of gasoline in the U.S. is up by over a half cent to $2.17 a gallon for regular grade.Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg said Sunday higher crude oil prices are causing refiners and retailers to bump up their prices.
CAMARILLO, Calif. — The average price of gasoline in the U.S. is up by over a half cent to $2.17 a gallon for regular grade.Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg said Sunday higher crude oil prices are causing refiners and retailers to bump up their prices.
Don't bust your budget: 3 free money tracking apps
MILWAUKEE — Everyone has bills to pay and sometimes it can be tough to keep track of them all, but there easy ways to help manage your money with your smartphone.
MILWAUKEE — Everyone has bills to pay and sometimes it can be tough to keep track of them all, but there easy ways to help manage your money with your smartphone.