Verizon to sell nearly 300 stores, cut 500 jobs in restructuring
Verizon will sell nearly 300 retail stores and cut some 500 corporate jobs as part of a restructuring plan, but the closures will mean thousands more retail employees could be out of a job.
Verizon will sell nearly 300 retail stores and cut some 500 corporate jobs as part of a restructuring plan, but the closures will mean thousands more retail employees could be out of a job.
7-Eleven parent details plan to close hundreds of US stores
Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, has provided new details about its plan to reshape its U.S. store network during fiscal year 2026.
Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, has provided new details about its plan to reshape its U.S. store network during fiscal year 2026.
Buc-ee's construction begins in Oak Creek
The heavy equipment is in place, and dirt is now being moved where a Buc-ee's will be built in Oak Creek. The land is at the intersection of 27th and Elm Road -- just off I-94. Wisconsin Live Desk gets the latest update on this massive project from Andrew Vickers, the Oak Creek City Administrator.
The heavy equipment is in place, and dirt is now being moved where a Buc-ee's will be built in Oak Creek. The land is at the intersection of 27th and Elm Road -- just off I-94. Wisconsin Live Desk gets the latest update on this massive project from Andrew Vickers, the Oak Creek City Administrator.
Downtown Kenosha businesses benefit from grant program
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that, and some recent grants are helping them grow.
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that, and some recent grants are helping them grow.
Downtown Kenosha businesses benefit from grant program
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that. Just last week, the Lakeshore Business Improvement District gave out grants to those shops so they can continue to grow, which could bring even more people to the city.
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that. Just last week, the Lakeshore Business Improvement District gave out grants to those shops so they can continue to grow, which could bring even more people to the city.
New Oconomowoc Costco part of chain's national expansion plan
Costco is on track to open a new southeast Wisconsin location next month as the membership warehouse chain's expansion plan continues.
Costco is on track to open a new southeast Wisconsin location next month as the membership warehouse chain's expansion plan continues.
Costco hit with lawsuit alleging protein powder sold in stores contains 'dangerous' levels of lead, arsenic
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.
Freedom Fuel gas station locations open as Trump pushes for lower energy costs
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
The first Freedom Fuel gas station has opened in Philadelphia as part of a White House‑backed effort to offer drivers discounted gasoline.
Delta rolls out cheaper first-class, business fares with fewer perks: 'More ways to choose'
The fares include the same onboard premium experience but with added restrictions.
The fares include the same onboard premium experience but with added restrictions.
IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
7-Eleven sues Nike over new Air Max 95s set for July 11 release
7-Eleven found something a little too familiar about the new orange, green, and red-striped Nike sneakers set to be released next week, and the convenience store chain is asking a federal court to do something about it.
7-Eleven found something a little too familiar about the new orange, green, and red-striped Nike sneakers set to be released next week, and the convenience store chain is asking a federal court to do something about it.
2026 layoffs: List of companies cutting jobs this year
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
America 250: Milwaukee brewing history celebrated in new exhibit
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one Milwaukee tour provides an experience to immerse yourself in beer and American history at the same time.
Trump Accounts for kids launch July 4: How to get $1,000
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
Target and Ulta Beauty to end store partnership this August
A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.
A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.
Wisconsin Buc-ee's; Oak Creek construction activity begins mid-July
Construction activity on the anticipated Buc-ee's in Oak Creek is about to ramp up.
Construction activity on the anticipated Buc-ee's in Oak Creek is about to ramp up.
Court blocks Trump administration’s student loan forgiveness overhaul
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto business, filings show
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.