Winner named in Junior Achievement's Young Entrepreneur competition

The winner is in for the 2026 Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur competition, after five teens representing four businesses made their pitch.

Elkhart Lake business with young owner grows years after JA contest

A former contestant of Junior Achievement's Young Entrepreneur competition says his business is still growing four years after starting it in high school.

Waupun business wins Wisconsin's Main Street Makeover Contest

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation announced on Thursday, March 12, that Waupun’s Blue Heron Antiques has been named as the winner of the annual Main Street Makeover Contest.

Verona, WI teen's lawncare business could land him $5,000

A 15-year-old from Verona may be too young to drive a vehicle, but his ability to maneuver landscaping equipment may land him a $5,000 scholarship.

Kimberly, WI teen's photography business could land her $5K scholarship

A teen's passion for taking photographs landed her a big opportunity. The senior from Kimberly has been named one of four finalists for Junior Achievement's Young Entrepreneur competition.

Barron, WI teen's desire for flames could earn him $5,000

A teen from Barron, Wisconsin in the northwest part of the state came up with a solution to what sounds like a simple problem. He could not find snow pants with flames on them.

Fond du Lac teens create a way to wear bug spray fashionably

Two North Fond du Lac High School students turned their hatred of mosquitoes into an opportunity that has earned them the title of finalist for Junior Achievement's Young Entrepreneur Competition.

Wisconsin Main Street Makeover Contest; Waupun shop in the running

Three downtown businesses from around the state have been named as finalists in the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) annual Main Street Makeover Contest.

Supporting small business; grants for Wisconsin community organizations

The Wisconsin Economic Corporation announced that ten community organizations supporting small businesses across Wisconsin have received $1.5 million in Small Business Development Grants from WEDC.

Winter Farmers' Market inside Brookfield Square Mall

The Brookfield Winter Farmers' Market sets up Saturdays in the food court at Brookfield Square Mall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Milwaukee Bronzeville District business closings: 'A pivotal point'

Sam’s Place Jazz Café and Bronzeville Collective, two businesses in Milwaukee's Bronzeville District, are closing their doors.

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Next time you go to Bronzeville, you'll see two fewer businesses. FOX6 spoke with both businessowners today about the decision to close and what’s next for the area.

Kegel's Inn 'Lent in the Tent' is back

Kegel's Inn has a wintertime answer to beer garden blues: “Lent in the Tent" is back. Julian Kegel joined FOX6 WakeUp News to talk about it.

Fiesta Colombia offers authentic dishes on Milwaukee's south side

Fiesta Colombia, located at 20th and Oklahoma on Milwaukee's south side, offers a wide range of traditional Colombia dishes.

Fat Tuesday pączki, Aggie's Bakery a West Allis fixture

Aggie’s Bakery & Cake Shop has been a fixture in West Allis for their baked goods and custom cakes, and they love celebrating Fat Tuesday.

Milwaukee County small business grant initiative celebrated

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and others came together Thursday to celebrate the county's "Building Bridges" grant initiative.

Bunzel’s Old-Fashioned Meat & Catering marks major milestone

Bunzel’s Old-Fashioned Meat & Catering is marking a major milestone this year – and they're inviting the whole community to celebrate.

Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy closing for good; 'This is not goodbye'

The owner of Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy announced on Saturday, Feb. 7 that after 11-and-a-half years, she will be closing the bakery at the end of May.