Unemployment applications jump above 300K for first time in nearly three months
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits jumped last week, pushing total applications above 300,000 for the first time in nearly three months.The Labor Department says weekly applications rose 21,000 to a seasonally adjusted 313,000, the highest level since the first week of September.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits jumped last week, pushing total applications above 300,000 for the first time in nearly three months.The Labor Department says weekly applications rose 21,000 to a seasonally adjusted 313,000, the highest level since the first week of September.
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Everyone loves a good deal, but how do you know what you’re about to purchase is really a steal?Use the power of the internet to your advantage!
Everyone loves a good deal, but how do you know what you’re about to purchase is really a steal?Use the power of the internet to your advantage!
"We want to win Black Friday!" Walmart gearing up for biggest shopping day of the year!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Love it or hate it, Black Friday has become an American tradition.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Love it or hate it, Black Friday has become an American tradition.
Before you shop, check out these Black Friday tips from the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thanksgiving is almost here and Black Friday shoppers are preparing.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thanksgiving is almost here and Black Friday shoppers are preparing.
If you get thirsty while you're shopping, Lakefront Brewery will offer "Black Friday" BEER!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – For the fourth year in a row, Lakefront Brewery, Inc.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – For the fourth year in a row, Lakefront Brewery, Inc.
It's time to plan ahead! The Black Friday deals you need to know about
Many shoppers plan all of their big buys around those Black Friday deals.
Many shoppers plan all of their big buys around those Black Friday deals.
Should you wait until Black Friday for the very best holiday deals?
Should you wait until Black Friday for the very best holiday deals?
Should you wait until Black Friday for the very best holiday deals?
You might want to take your headphones the next time you go the grocery store, but why?
Next time you head to the grocery store, you might want to take your headphones with.
Next time you head to the grocery store, you might want to take your headphones with.
Gas prices in southeast Wisconsin could soon be under $3/gallon
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- GasBuddy.com reports that Great Lakes states will likely see more stations dropping their prices under $3/gallon in the weeks ahead as crude oil prices take a beating amidst global economic concerns, falling demand, and a huge drop in corn prices.Some states in the Great Lakes, such as Ohio and Indiana, have already seen prices at some stations drop under $3/gallon, but as crude prices continue their slide, motorists may soon see $2.99/gallon return to a pump near them.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- GasBuddy.com reports that Great Lakes states will likely see more stations dropping their prices under $3/gallon in the weeks ahead as crude oil prices take a beating amidst global economic concerns, falling demand, and a huge drop in corn prices.Some states in the Great Lakes, such as Ohio and Indiana, have already seen prices at some stations drop under $3/gallon, but as crude prices continue their slide, motorists may soon see $2.99/gallon return to a pump near them.
U.S. employers added 142,000 jobs in August, fewest in eight months
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added just 142,000 jobs in August, snapping a six-month streak of hiring above 200,000 and posting the smallest gain in eight months.The Labor Department says the unemployment rate fell to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent.
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added just 142,000 jobs in August, snapping a six-month streak of hiring above 200,000 and posting the smallest gain in eight months.The Labor Department says the unemployment rate fell to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent.
Bad news for the economy: Wisconsin's unemployment rate is up for July
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate inched higher to 5.8 percent in July.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday, August 14th that the rate increased slightly from 5.7 percent the month before.
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate inched higher to 5.8 percent in July.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday, August 14th that the rate increased slightly from 5.7 percent the month before.
Wisconsin unemployment rate drops in May, lowest since October 2008
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate dropped to 5.7 percent in May, down one-tenth from April and the lowest it's been since October 2008.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that Wisconsin lost 400 private sector jobs between April and May.The numbers are based on a survey of roughly 3.5 percent of the state's employers and subject to significant revisions.More reliable numbers are released quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, but they lag the monthly figures.
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin's unemployment rate dropped to 5.7 percent in May, down one-tenth from April and the lowest it's been since October 2008.The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that Wisconsin lost 400 private sector jobs between April and May.The numbers are based on a survey of roughly 3.5 percent of the state's employers and subject to significant revisions.More reliable numbers are released quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, but they lag the monthly figures.
Monet, Van Gogh, Rembrandt and... lots of stickers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Monet, Van Gogh, Rembrandt -- there's no doubt their works of art belong "in" a museum.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Monet, Van Gogh, Rembrandt -- there's no doubt their works of art belong "in" a museum.
Harsh winter is costing Wisconsin, and the state needs more money
MADISON (AP) — This year's harsh winter weather is causing the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to spend more than planned on plowing, salting and other expenses.The department next week will ask the Legislature to approve spending $27.3 million more than anticipated for expenses related to the long winter.The state contracts with counties to help maintain state highways in addition to county roads.
MADISON (AP) — This year's harsh winter weather is causing the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to spend more than planned on plowing, salting and other expenses.The department next week will ask the Legislature to approve spending $27.3 million more than anticipated for expenses related to the long winter.The state contracts with counties to help maintain state highways in addition to county roads.
Gas prices up 10.2 cents per gallon in the past week
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Average retail gasoline prices in Milwaukee have risen 10.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.77/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 615 gas outlets in Milwaukee.This compares with the national average that has increased 3.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.59/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices yesterday were 20.3 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 17.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 9.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 7.2 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Average retail gasoline prices in Milwaukee have risen 10.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.77/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 615 gas outlets in Milwaukee.This compares with the national average that has increased 3.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.59/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.Including the change in gas prices in Milwaukee during the past week, prices yesterday were 20.3 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 17.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 9.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 7.2 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.
Who should you tip and how much? Rob breaks it down
Who should you tip and how much?
Who should you tip and how much?
Discover some low-cost fixes that will add value to your home
Whether it's for the spring real estate season of just a spring spruce up -- Fox Consumer Reporter Steve Noviello says put away your wallet.
Whether it's for the spring real estate season of just a spring spruce up -- Fox Consumer Reporter Steve Noviello says put away your wallet.
Average gas price $3.65 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 6.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.65 per gallon on Sunday, April 6th.This compares with the national average that has increased 1.3 cents per gallon to $3.55 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 0.6 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 5.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 7.4 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 3.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have risen 6.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.65 per gallon on Sunday, April 6th.This compares with the national average that has increased 1.3 cents per gallon to $3.55 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 0.6 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 5.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 7.4 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 3.1 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.
Food prices in Wisconsin remain relatively stable
MADISON (AP) — Food prices in Wisconsin have remained relatively stable, although items such as meat, milk and eggs are a little more expensive.The Wisconsin Farm Bureau calculated the average cost for 16 food items through the end of March.
MADISON (AP) — Food prices in Wisconsin have remained relatively stable, although items such as meat, milk and eggs are a little more expensive.The Wisconsin Farm Bureau calculated the average cost for 16 food items through the end of March.
Average gas price $3.57 per gallon in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.57 per gallon on Sunday, March 30th.This compares with the national average that has increased 1.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.53 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 19.0 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 6.0 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 9.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 8.3 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Average gas prices in the Milwaukee area have fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.57 per gallon on Sunday, March 30th.This compares with the national average that has increased 1.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.53 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 19.0 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 6.0 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.The national average has increased 9.2 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 8.3 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.