Business

Did State Create Jobs in Sherman Park?

Did State Create Jobs in Sherman Park?

Wisconsin Economic Development Corp says 483 jobs created, critics say it's zero.

WEPCO Accused of Overcharging Ratepayers

WEPCO Accused of Overcharging Ratepayers

Michigan businesses, governments say Milwaukee utility manipulated records to overcharge for coal plant.

The State of Politics: Huge Tax Change Coming?
The State of Politics

Huge Tax Change Coming?

Proposed deal would end business personal property tax and raise gas tax by same amount.

Op-Ed: State Gave $472 Million in Business Tax Credits
Op-Ed

State Gave $472 Million in Business Tax Credits

Hand-outs to Amazon, Kohls, Quadgraphics and 16 other companies bleed state treasury.

Murphy’s Law: Where Are Top CEOs on City’s Unrest?
Murphy’s Law

Where Are Top CEOs on City’s Unrest?

The silence is deafening. But Mayor Barrett says they want to help.

Brady Street Store Dragonfly Will Close

Brady Street Store Dragonfly Will Close

Annette French's vintage clothing shop had operated there for 16 years.

Op-Ed: Anti-Trade Movement Will Hurt State
Op-Ed

Anti-Trade Movement Will Hurt State

Wisconsin is a net exporter of products, yet Trump, Clinton, Feingold oppose global trade pacts.

Corporations Pour Money Into State Politics

Corporations Pour Money Into State Politics

They spend nearly $300,000 in first four months of 2016 to elect favored candidates.

Workers Recovering From Cargill Inc.’s Shutdown

Workers Recovering From Cargill Inc.’s Shutdown

Menomonee Valley company’s closing displaced some 600 workers, who seek other training.

Op-Ed: Good News on Worker’s Comp
Op-Ed

Good News on Worker’s Comp

Worker's comp rates decreased 3.2% which is good for Wisconsin's economy. But it could be a lot better.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Black Husky Brewing Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Black Husky Brewing Opens

See inside the new Riverwest brewery.

How Does Milwaukee’s Small Business Scene Compare Nationally?

How Does Milwaukee’s Small Business Scene Compare Nationally?

It's a great place for women to start businesses, but terrible for Hispanic entrepreneurs.