Buc-ee’s CEO signals expansion shift away from blue states that ‘don’t appreciate’ chain
The Texas-based company is seeking communities where leadership supports business growth and family-oriented values.
The Texas-based company is seeking communities where leadership supports business growth and family-oriented values.
Canada not a US subsidiary, Carney says; Trump posts ‘fall in line’
The trade war between the United States and Canada became a war of words on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate his nation, while President Donald Trump threatened worse consequences if Canada does not "fall in line."
The trade war between the United States and Canada became a war of words on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of trying to subordinate his nation, while President Donald Trump threatened worse consequences if Canada does not "fall in line."
Coolest Things Made in Wisconsin: Nominations sought
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – is again hosting a statewide competition to find the “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.” The 2026 contest marks the 11th year of the popular public voting competition and the first year of a new partnership with BMO, which joins as the contest's presenting partner. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with WMC CEO Kurt Bauer about this year's contest.
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – is again hosting a statewide competition to find the “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.” The 2026 contest marks the 11th year of the popular public voting competition and the first year of a new partnership with BMO, which joins as the contest's presenting partner. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with WMC CEO Kurt Bauer about this year's contest.
Trump administration proposes over $103K fee for new H-1B worker visas
The Trump administration proposed a $103,265 fee for H-1B visas after a similar fee was struck down, with the revenue intended to help fund the U.S. immigration system.
The Trump administration proposed a $103,265 fee for H-1B visas after a similar fee was struck down, with the revenue intended to help fund the U.S. immigration system.
This Wisconsin city is among the best for home buyers in 2026
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
WalletHub ranked cities across the United States for their real estate markets and this Wisconsin city placed among the top 10.
American Airlines reveals makeover of narrowbody fleet with new tech, more premium seats
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Amazon expanding drone deliveries to 500 cities
From toiletries to grill accessories, hundreds of cities could now begin to see their Amazon deliveries literally drop from the sky, as the retail giant is expanding their drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide.
From toiletries to grill accessories, hundreds of cities could now begin to see their Amazon deliveries literally drop from the sky, as the retail giant is expanding their drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide.
Wisconsin Buc-ee's: Oak Creek Common Council approves agreement
Oak Creek city leaders have approved a final agreement with Buc-ee's, which includes timelines for construction and a number of community investments. At the Tuesday night (Aug. 18) Common Council meeting, the plan passed unanimously.
Oak Creek city leaders have approved a final agreement with Buc-ee's, which includes timelines for construction and a number of community investments. At the Tuesday night (Aug. 18) Common Council meeting, the plan passed unanimously.
Wisconsin Buc-ee's; Oak Creek Common Council approves agreement
Deadlines, payments, and a name change. The City of Oak Creek just struck a deal with Buc-ee's that gives us an idea of when the company will open its first Wisconsin store.
Deadlines, payments, and a name change. The City of Oak Creek just struck a deal with Buc-ee's that gives us an idea of when the company will open its first Wisconsin store.
Cruise ships with the worst CDC sanitation scores revealed, see which vessels failed inspection
Norwegian Dawn, Carnival Breeze, Sun Princess and others are among lowest ranking vessels in current reviews.
Norwegian Dawn, Carnival Breeze, Sun Princess and others are among lowest ranking vessels in current reviews.
Buc-ee's Community Partnership Agreement considered by Oak Creek
City of Oak Creek leaders will gather on Tuesday evening, Aug. 18 to consider a community partnership agreement with Buc-ee's. Construction of a travel plaza at I-94 and Elm Road is already underway, and Andrew Vickers, Oak Creek City Administrator, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about what's at stake.
City of Oak Creek leaders will gather on Tuesday evening, Aug. 18 to consider a community partnership agreement with Buc-ee's. Construction of a travel plaza at I-94 and Elm Road is already underway, and Andrew Vickers, Oak Creek City Administrator, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about what's at stake.
Rebel Creamery files for bankruptcy after losing legal battle with rival Van Leeuwen
Low-carb ice cream maker Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Low-carb ice cream maker Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Wisconsin Buc-ee's: Oak Creek to consider partnership agreement
The Oak Creek Common Council will consider a community partnership agreement with Buc-ee’s at its Tuesday meeting. The agreement is the final public action for Oak Creek in regard to the construction project.
The Oak Creek Common Council will consider a community partnership agreement with Buc-ee’s at its Tuesday meeting. The agreement is the final public action for Oak Creek in regard to the construction project.
Tyson Foods to close two facilities, pursue sale of third amid cattle shortage
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.
Tyson Foods is restructuring its beef business by closing facilities in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, while pursuing the sale of its Pasco, Washington, plant.
US credit card debt hits $1.26 trillion as delinquencies rise: What you can do
A rise in delinquent credit card payments is “prompting concerns that Americans are falling behind on their debt payments at rates not seen since the Great Recession," the New York Fed says.
A rise in delinquent credit card payments is “prompting concerns that Americans are falling behind on their debt payments at rates not seen since the Great Recession," the New York Fed says.
7UP changes its famous formula, puts lime in limelight
7UP is changing the formula for all its sodas to feature lime more prominently.
7UP is changing the formula for all its sodas to feature lime more prominently.
Wendy's loses status as second-largest burger chain after 6-year run
Burger King's same-store sales jumped 8.5% while Wendy's reported a 7% decline in its sixth straight quarter of contraction
Burger King's same-store sales jumped 8.5% while Wendy's reported a 7% decline in its sixth straight quarter of contraction
Greendale zoning change rejected, bread stand at center of debate
The Greendale village board rejected a proposal that would've allowed The Salty Dog Farm Stand to set up shop in a new location.
The Greendale village board rejected a proposal that would've allowed The Salty Dog Farm Stand to set up shop in a new location.
Student loan defaults reach record highs: See where your state stands
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.