Sheriff Clarke says he is unwilling to accept proposed Co. budget
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke says he is unwilling to accept a proposed Milwaukee County budget -- saying the budget compromises safety.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke says he is unwilling to accept a proposed Milwaukee County budget -- saying the budget compromises safety.
Average gas price $3.29 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 4.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.29 per gallon on Sunday, October 13th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 1.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.37 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 33.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 21.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 17.9 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 40.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 4.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.29 per gallon on Sunday, October 13th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 1.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.37 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 33.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 21.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 17.9 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 40.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
18 states see gasoline prices below $3 per gallon
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 18 states are seeing gas prices at $2.99/gallon or less.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 18 states are seeing gas prices at $2.99/gallon or less.
Federal workers can collect unemployment during shutdown
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Federal workers who lose pay during the government shutdown can fall back on unemployment benefits in most states.But the money comes with a catch.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Federal workers who lose pay during the government shutdown can fall back on unemployment benefits in most states.But the money comes with a catch.
Average gas price $3.31 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 8.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.31 per gallon on Sunday, September 29th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.43 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 44.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 25.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 18.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 36.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 8.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.31 per gallon on Sunday, September 29th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.43 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 44.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 25.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 18.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 36.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Potential for pool closures upsets some Milw. Co. residents
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is set to unveil the County's 2014 budget on Thursday, September 26th, and some residents are already anticipating being hung out to dry.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is set to unveil the County's 2014 budget on Thursday, September 26th, and some residents are already anticipating being hung out to dry.
Debt ceiling financial crunch to come no later than Oct. 17
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Treasury to Congress: The heat's on to raise the country's debt ceiling.Treasury Secretary Jack Lew said Wednesday he now estimates he will have less cash on hand to pay the country's bills in mid-October than he previously thought.Instead of the $50 billion he estimated a few weeks ago, he now thinks the cash balance will be closer to $30 billion."This amount would be far short of net expenditures on certain days, which can be as high as $60 billion," Lew said in a letter to lawmakers. "If we have insufficient cash on hand, it would be impossible for the United States of America to meet all of its obligations for the first time in our history."He also said he now estimates the so-called extraordinary measures that the Treasury has been taking since the spring will be exhausted no later than Oct. 17.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Treasury to Congress: The heat's on to raise the country's debt ceiling.Treasury Secretary Jack Lew said Wednesday he now estimates he will have less cash on hand to pay the country's bills in mid-October than he previously thought.Instead of the $50 billion he estimated a few weeks ago, he now thinks the cash balance will be closer to $30 billion."This amount would be far short of net expenditures on certain days, which can be as high as $60 billion," Lew said in a letter to lawmakers. "If we have insufficient cash on hand, it would be impossible for the United States of America to meet all of its obligations for the first time in our history."He also said he now estimates the so-called extraordinary measures that the Treasury has been taking since the spring will be exhausted no later than Oct. 17.
Mayor Barrett unveils 2014 city budget before full Common Council
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee is financially healthy, and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says that is a rarity when many similar-sized cities are facing serious financial troubles.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee is financially healthy, and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says that is a rarity when many similar-sized cities are facing serious financial troubles.
Average gas price $3.40 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 7.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.40 per gallon on Sunday, September 22nd.This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.49 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 43.7 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 3.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 7.3 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 32.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 7.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.40 per gallon on Sunday, September 22nd.This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.49 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 43.7 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 3.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 7.3 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 32.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Average gas price $3.50 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 7.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.50 per gallon on Sunday, September 15th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.54 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 41.2 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 4.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has decreased 2.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 31.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 7.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.50 per gallon on Sunday, September 15th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.54 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 41.2 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 4.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has decreased 2.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 31.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Five years later, Pres. Obama struggles with the economy
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- It's been five years since the banking and credit crisis rocked the U.S. economy, causing markets to plunge, unemployment to spike, housing values to crumble and placing more Americans in financial peril than at any time since the Great Depression.On Monday, President Barack Obama touted his administration's successes in helping to turn things around even though national economic growth remains sluggish and millions of people have given up looking for work.Obama said government's response "put a floor under the fall" and his policies set the stage for an end to economic contraction and created an environment for the economy to grow again.The president specifically pointed to the impact of the economic stimulus, creation of seven million jobs, the resurgence of the bailed out Detroit automakers, higher taxes on the wealthiest earners and an increase in exports."We've cleared away the rubble from the financial crisis and we've begun to lay a new foundation for economic growth and prosperity," Obama said.Although Obama paints a rosy scenario, there are still key questions on the economy.Larry Summers, a leading name to become the next chairman of the Federal Reserve, withdrew his name from consideration on Sunday, clearing the way for Janet Yellen, who serves as vice chairwoman at the Fed, to become the leading candidate.Also, the White House announced last week that top economic adviser, Gene Sperling, will step down as head of the National Economic Council and be replaced by Jeffrey Zients, the acting director of the Office of Management and Budget.There is also the looming showdown with Congress on funding the government, raising the ability of the nation to borrow money to pay its bills, and continuation of the drastic budget cuts that took effect earlier this year absent a deal in Washington to reduce the deficit.There is also the potential impact of the Affordable Care Act, the sweeping health care law backed by Obama that is taking effect this year and remains a political flashpoint with Republicans.It's the economy, stupidThat motto was made famous by political strategist James Carville during Bill Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign, and rang true for Obama's first presidential campaign as well.And the American public agrees.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- It's been five years since the banking and credit crisis rocked the U.S. economy, causing markets to plunge, unemployment to spike, housing values to crumble and placing more Americans in financial peril than at any time since the Great Depression.On Monday, President Barack Obama touted his administration's successes in helping to turn things around even though national economic growth remains sluggish and millions of people have given up looking for work.Obama said government's response "put a floor under the fall" and his policies set the stage for an end to economic contraction and created an environment for the economy to grow again.The president specifically pointed to the impact of the economic stimulus, creation of seven million jobs, the resurgence of the bailed out Detroit automakers, higher taxes on the wealthiest earners and an increase in exports."We've cleared away the rubble from the financial crisis and we've begun to lay a new foundation for economic growth and prosperity," Obama said.Although Obama paints a rosy scenario, there are still key questions on the economy.Larry Summers, a leading name to become the next chairman of the Federal Reserve, withdrew his name from consideration on Sunday, clearing the way for Janet Yellen, who serves as vice chairwoman at the Fed, to become the leading candidate.Also, the White House announced last week that top economic adviser, Gene Sperling, will step down as head of the National Economic Council and be replaced by Jeffrey Zients, the acting director of the Office of Management and Budget.There is also the looming showdown with Congress on funding the government, raising the ability of the nation to borrow money to pay its bills, and continuation of the drastic budget cuts that took effect earlier this year absent a deal in Washington to reduce the deficit.There is also the potential impact of the Affordable Care Act, the sweeping health care law backed by Obama that is taking effect this year and remains a political flashpoint with Republicans.It's the economy, stupidThat motto was made famous by political strategist James Carville during Bill Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign, and rang true for Obama's first presidential campaign as well.And the American public agrees.
First-time claims for unemployment benefits fall to 7-year low
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- First-time claims for unemployment benefits suddenly fell to the lowest level since early 2006, but don't break out the champagne just yet.About 292,000 people filed initial claims for unemployment benefits in the week ending September 7, the Labor Department reported Thursday morning.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- First-time claims for unemployment benefits suddenly fell to the lowest level since early 2006, but don't break out the champagne just yet.About 292,000 people filed initial claims for unemployment benefits in the week ending September 7, the Labor Department reported Thursday morning.
Average gas price $3.58 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 1 cent per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.58 per gallon on Sunday, September 8th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 2.3 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.59 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 34.8 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 4.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has not moved during the last month and stands 22.3 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 1 cent per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.58 per gallon on Sunday, September 8th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 2.3 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.59 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 34.8 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 4.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has not moved during the last month and stands 22.3 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Average gas price $3.59 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 9.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.59 per gallon on Monday, September 2nd.This compares with the national average that has increased 4.1 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.61 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Monday were 37.4 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 5.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 2.4 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 18.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 9.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.59 per gallon on Monday, September 2nd.This compares with the national average that has increased 4.1 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.61 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Monday were 37.4 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 5.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 2.4 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 18.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Harley-Davidson's 110th makes sizable impact on economy in SE Wis.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- While the Harley-Davidson 110th anniversary celebration during Labor Day Weekend has been a lot of fun, it is also doing a lot of good for the local economy.The streets in and around Milwaukee have been filled with motorcycles since Thursday, August 29th, and that has been very good for business.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- While the Harley-Davidson 110th anniversary celebration during Labor Day Weekend has been a lot of fun, it is also doing a lot of good for the local economy.The streets in and around Milwaukee have been filled with motorcycles since Thursday, August 29th, and that has been very good for business.
Average gas price $3.46 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 0.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.46 per gallon on Sunday, August 25th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.57 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 37.8 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 21.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 9.5 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 16.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 0.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.46 per gallon on Sunday, August 25th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.57 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 37.8 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 21.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 9.5 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 16.6 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
Average gas price $3.47 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.47 per gallon on Sunday, August 18th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.57 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 40.9 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 28.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 10.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 13.0 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.47 per gallon on Sunday, August 18th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.57 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 40.9 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 28.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 10.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 13.0 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
County Exec. Abele hosts budget hearing in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele answered some questions about his 2014 budget on Tuesday, August 13th.Abele held a budget hearing at the Martin Luther King Jr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele answered some questions about his 2014 budget on Tuesday, August 13th.Abele held a budget hearing at the Martin Luther King Jr.
Kohl's donates money to Art Museum, economy improves
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In business news for Tuesday, August 13th, Kohl's has donated $2 million to the Milwaukee Art Museum, and in a sign the economy is continuing to recover, the Commerce Department says retail sales increased two-tenths of a percent in July.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In business news for Tuesday, August 13th, Kohl's has donated $2 million to the Milwaukee Art Museum, and in a sign the economy is continuing to recover, the Commerce Department says retail sales increased two-tenths of a percent in July.
Average gas price $3.51 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 11.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.51 per gallon on Sunday, August 11th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.0 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.58 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 42.9 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 13.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 1.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 9.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 11.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.51 per gallon on Sunday, August 11th.This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.0 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.58 per gallon, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices on Sunday were 42.9 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 13.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.The national average has decreased 1.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 9.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.CLICK HERE for the FOX6Now.com Gas Price Tracker