Business
Proposed Takeover of We Energies Will Get City Hall Hearing
Potential benefits, challenges of city takeover pushed by Ald. Brower will be discussed.
Jun 9th, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin’s Population Changes Reduce Projected Housing Need
But shrinking population aged 25 to 64 by 2030 means even bigger decline in workforce.
Jun 9th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioFiserv CEO Michael Lyons Gets $70 Million Salary
Average pay of top 100 CEOs in 2025 was $39 million, up 36% over 2024. Lyons ranked 23rd.
Jun 8th, 2026 by Bruce MurphyBuoyed By Data Center Growth, Milwaukee Company Adding New Plant
Manufacturer of backup power systems plans second plant that will add 50 jobs.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin Center CEO Clears Out Office Amid Closed-Door Board Talks
Marty Brooks has packed up, hurting morale, leaving WCD staff 'nowhere to turn,' manager says.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Overhauling Parklet, Sidewalk Dining Approval Process
Council President José G. Pérez leading push.
May 29th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Site Once Targeted For Youth Prison Will Be Used to Build Trucks
Little-known Milwaukee manufacturer with global sales plans growth.
May 27th, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneRecord-High Diesel Prices Squeeze Wisconsin Trucking Companies
For smaller companies 'this might be the straw that breaks the camel's back.'
May 26th, 2026 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public RadioHow Monopoly Power Killed a Key Milwaukee Industry
Anti-union mega corporations led to end of 150 years of meatpacking in Milwaukee.
May 26th, 2026 by Michael Rosen, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin Labor Market Cools While Staying Stronger Than Nation
Unemployment holds at 3.5% and labor force participation beats U.S. despite job losses over the year.
May 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioEver Growing Milwaukee Manufacturer Adding Sixth Facility
Sellars continuing its trend of repurposing existing buildings.
May 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Amazon Plans Riverwest Facility
Company plans second Milwaukee facility for 30-minute delivery network.
May 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene





















