Business
Why Foxconn Won’t Leave Wisconsin
It's spent hundreds of millions and gained nothing. Why not fold up its tent and leave?
Oct 21st, 2020 by Bruce MurphyMenomonee Valley Businesses Battle Pandemic
Some have suffering declining business. But others are growing.
Oct 18th, 2020 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceA New Clothing Store for Brady Street
SoleMKE will sell high-end apparel, specialize in sneakers.
Oct 15th, 2020 by Juan Miguel MartinezState Awarding Grants to 10,000 Small Businesses
Round II of “We’re All In” grants will give each business $5,000.
Oct 13th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerFoxconn Won’t Get State Tax Credits
State informs company it must revise contract or there will be no tax credits awarded.
Oct 12th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyMilwaukee Trails Most Cities in Growth
Much slower growth in population, businesses and jobs than most cities, study finds.
Oct 12th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyPandemic Slams State’s Working Women
Much higher unemployment than men, as many taking care of kids at home.
Oct 12th, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez and Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioRegular Unemployment Running Out
Claims to federal program for those running out of unemployment are rising.
Oct 9th, 2020 by Graham KilmerDid Colectivo Hire Union Busters?
The Labor Relations Institute has sent high-priced consultants to discuss unionization with Colectivo employees.
Oct 8th, 2020 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee Enforcing Existing Capacity Restrictions Over Lower State Limits
Health Department determines its order is more restrictive, superseding blanket 25% restriction.
Oct 8th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneEvers’ Order Punishes Small Business, Says WMC
But Milwaukee will enforce its own capacity restrictions, with many bars and restaurants at 50%
Oct 8th, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez, Wisconsin Public RadioConstruction Pay Dropped After Prevailing Wage Law Repealed
Study finds worker wages are lower, but total public project costs are not.
Oct 4th, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez, Wisconsin Public Radio