Economics
Wisconsin Home Sales Dropped in July
Demand remains strong, however. The average number of days on the market is at lowest point since 2009.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public RadioJanitors Union Gains $15 Minimum Wage
New wage floor as of 2022. Union also secured wider-ranging labor power in the cleaning industry.
Aug 24th, 2021 by Graham KilmerColectivo Workers Win Union Election
After a tie in March, final ballots tip election in union's favor. But negotiations could be tough.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Graham KilmerColectivo Union Bid Depends on Seven Ballots
Election was a tie, with seven ballots contested, which will be counted on August 23.
Aug 18th, 2021 by Graham KilmerHow Does The Eviction Moratorium Work?
Latest order only covers areas with substantial or high COVID-19 transmission. That includes Milwaukee, for now.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Graham KilmerBounce Milwaukee Guarantees Union For Employees
Labor agreement with Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers Organization (MASH) guarantees representation.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Graham KilmerUnions Seek $15 Wage for All Janitors
They want $15 starting wage, uniform standards for all janitors, sanitation workers in the county.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Graham KilmerHow Will County Spend Stimulus Money?
With $183 million in ARPA funding and more flexible guidelines, county could replace some lost revenue.
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Graham KilmerSurveys Show Return to Pre-Pandemic Activity
MMAC surveys find rising consumer confidence, more workers returning to offices.
Jun 2nd, 2021 by Graham KilmerEligibility Expanded for Federal Unemployment Assistance
Biden administration releases new guidelines making previously denied applicants eligible for up to 79 weeks of unemployment.
Apr 29th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioSpirit Airlines Coming to Mitchell Airport
Carrier will run three non-stop flights: to LA, Las Vegas and Orlando.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Graham KilmerAre People Leaving NYC for Milwaukee?
Data from Linkedin shows mid-size cities gaining from migration while larger cities lose out.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer