SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries

As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.

Man buys Milwaukee house; water bill for $19,000 a 'shock'

An unexpected water bill is costing a Milwaukee house-flipper thousands of dollars. He didn't even own the property when the water was used.

November Social Security payment schedule: Here's what to know

Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.

Report: Badgers’ struggles could cost Wisconsin hundreds of millions

From bad to worse, it’s no secret the Wisconsin Badgers football season hasn’t gone the way they hoped. Now, a new report suggests their downward spiral has a massive ripple effect.

These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests

Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

Study shows an average of 15,078 pieces of mail are lost each month

A recent study shows that between 2022 and 2024, more than 542,000 pieces of mail were lost or went missing in the U.S., an average of 15,078 each month.

Here's how many people receive SNAP benefits in your state

Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP.  

Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know

The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.

Your tax refund could be bigger in 2026 – here's how

Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.

Social Security cost of living adjustment for 2026: How much you'll get

The Social Security Administration released its annual cost-of-living adjustment on Friday, and it will take effect starting next year.

Americans more worried about finding jobs as inflation persists under Trump

A new AP–NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly worried about their financial security and job prospects under President Donald Trump.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

FOX6 Cents: 3DE in schools
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October's FOX6 Cents story is about a new way of teaching at two Milwaukee public high schools, it?s called 3DE. Julie Granger, President of Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, joined FOX6 in studio to share more.

These states get the most Social Security benefits

The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.