A "drafting error:" Governor Walker backs off removing "Wisconsin Idea" from UW System mission
MADISON (WITI/AP) — Governor Scott Walker has abruptly backed off his proposal to eliminate the University of Wisconsin System's public service mission statement.Walker tucked language into his budget proposal that would have replaced the statement, known as the "Wisconsin Idea," with the charge of meeting the state's workforce needs.
MADISON (WITI/AP) — Governor Scott Walker has abruptly backed off his proposal to eliminate the University of Wisconsin System's public service mission statement.Walker tucked language into his budget proposal that would have replaced the statement, known as the "Wisconsin Idea," with the charge of meeting the state's workforce needs.
Walker on statewide tour after budget address, critics take aim at cuts to UW System, mission statement proposal
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker unveiled his $68 billion two-year budget proposal at the Capitol in Madison on Tuesday evening, February 3rd, and on Wednesday, reaction was pouring in.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker unveiled his $68 billion two-year budget proposal at the Capitol in Madison on Tuesday evening, February 3rd, and on Wednesday, reaction was pouring in.
Democrats call for state budget that puts families first, restores economic opportunity for all
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha), Rep.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha), Rep.
Struggle to stay on budget? These three steps could end your money worries forever
(WITI) -- Consumer reporter, Steve Noviello, joins FOX6 WakeUp with tips that will help end your money worries.
(WITI) -- Consumer reporter, Steve Noviello, joins FOX6 WakeUp with tips that will help end your money worries.
Wisconsin unemployment rate unchanged at 5.2 percent
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate remained at 5.2 percent in December, unchanged from November.The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that the state added 7,600 private sector jobs from November to December.The unemployment rate is Wisconsin's lowest since the economic crash in September 2008.
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate remained at 5.2 percent in December, unchanged from November.The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that the state added 7,600 private sector jobs from November to December.The unemployment rate is Wisconsin's lowest since the economic crash in September 2008.
Gas prices slip to under $2/gallon in southeast Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For drivers in southeast Wisconsin, it's been a long time coming -- gas prices lower than $2/gallon."People come in and talk about the price there everyday," said Diane Peschek, owner of The Corner Pub. "They didn't think they would ever see it under $2 again."That's right -- gas under $2/gallon can now be found at the corner of 76th and Lisbon in Milwaukee -- if you're paying with cash.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For drivers in southeast Wisconsin, it's been a long time coming -- gas prices lower than $2/gallon."People come in and talk about the price there everyday," said Diane Peschek, owner of The Corner Pub. "They didn't think they would ever see it under $2 again."That's right -- gas under $2/gallon can now be found at the corner of 76th and Lisbon in Milwaukee -- if you're paying with cash.
When is the last time you saw gas for $1.99/gallon? It's now available in southeast Wisconsin
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline has fallen below $2/gallon at several gas stations in southeast Wisconsin.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline has fallen below $2/gallon at several gas stations in southeast Wisconsin.
"Gas prices are awesome right now," and that has more hitting the road this Christmas season
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Cheaper gas prices are saving consumers BIG bucks this Christmas season!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Cheaper gas prices are saving consumers BIG bucks this Christmas season!
Before the doors opened on Black Friday, one Target crew got this inspiring chat
(WITI) -- What do you say to a bunch of employees who are about to endure the wrath of a Black Friday crowd at a Target store?
(WITI) -- What do you say to a bunch of employees who are about to endure the wrath of a Black Friday crowd at a Target store?
Black Friday: Shoppers rise early hoping to score the best deals of the season
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Shoppers of all kinds were out in force early on Black Friday to score what they hoped would be the best deals of the Christmas shopping season.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Shoppers of all kinds were out in force early on Black Friday to score what they hoped would be the best deals of the Christmas shopping season.
Late night shoppers at the Mayfair mall on Black Friday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Black Friday hype carried well into Friday evening for some shoppers.When you think about Black Friday, the first thing that probably comes to mind is the people that camp out to make sure they're there when the stores open.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Black Friday hype carried well into Friday evening for some shoppers.When you think about Black Friday, the first thing that probably comes to mind is the people that camp out to make sure they're there when the stores open.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Police chase Black Friday thief in Brown Deer
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- For one Black Friday shopper, apparently the deals weren't enough.
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- For one Black Friday shopper, apparently the deals weren't enough.
Deals galore: Black Friday sales draw in thousands to malls
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Shopping malls throughout southeast Wisconsin are seeing huge crowds on Black Friday -- and with good reason.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Shopping malls throughout southeast Wisconsin are seeing huge crowds on Black Friday -- and with good reason.
"Rich and a little bit sweet:" Hundreds line up for special Black Friday brew
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Black Friday in the Brew City means more than shopping until you drop.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Black Friday in the Brew City means more than shopping until you drop.
"People are gonna shop where they wanna shop:" Menards stays closed Thanksgiving day
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Many businesses are opening earlier every year to usher in the holiday shopping season.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Many businesses are opening earlier every year to usher in the holiday shopping season.
Toys, toys and more toys: What are parents looking for this holiday season?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Toys R Us on Milwaukee's south side was open on Thanksgiving evening -- and right through Friday morning.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Toys R Us on Milwaukee's south side was open on Thanksgiving evening -- and right through Friday morning.
Busy lines at big box stores, Best Buy is no exception
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some of the longest lines for Black Friday shopping are at Best Buy.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some of the longest lines for Black Friday shopping are at Best Buy.
Diehard shoppers get deep discounts before dawn on Thanksgiving
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Some diehard shoppers got a big head start to Black Friday -- before even taking a bite of turkey on Thanksgiving!
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Some diehard shoppers got a big head start to Black Friday -- before even taking a bite of turkey on Thanksgiving!
"I just can't focus on anybody else right now:" Black Friday shoppers score for themselves
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The holiday shopping tradition used to start very early in the morning on Black Friday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The holiday shopping tradition used to start very early in the morning on Black Friday.
Six steps for savings: Here's your Black Friday outlet mall shopping game plan!
PLEASANT PRAIRIE (WITI) — Are you geared up and ready to go for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping?
PLEASANT PRAIRIE (WITI) — Are you geared up and ready to go for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping?