Milwaukee County awards $11.6M in small business grants
Funds will enable businesses to cover a number of expenses, including PPE, payroll and utilities.
New rule could require servers to share their tips with co-workers, US Department of Labor says
Servers may have to share tips with co-workers who have traditionally not received tips in the past, according to a new rule announced by the U.S. Department of Labor.
'Many will not survive:' Milwaukee businesses need you this winter
VISIT Milwaukee's holiday campaign encourages spending at Milwaukee shops, hotels and restaurants -- small businesses hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Facebook survey shows 15% of small businesses collapsed in pandemic
Women-owned businesses were disproportionately hurt, closing at higher rates throughout the world.
Hospitality industry leaders say more can be done to save jobs
Leaders in Milwaukee's hospitality met on Thursday, Dec. 3 to talk about the impact COVID-19 has had on business.
Milwaukee shop finds new way to boost business during pandemic
Traditional shopping habits have been shattered by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, one Milwaukee business is still set to have one of its best years yet.
Blend Coffee & Cocktails arrive at Ballpark Commons
Blend Coffee and Cocktails officially opens this week at the Ballpark Commons in Franklin, WI.
Innovative lending services look to help small businesses
Some financial opportunities have innovative models designed for getting small businesses through the roller coaster ride that has been surviving through the pandemic.
Milwaukee 'Scroll & Stroll' aims to boost small business
Smaller businesses need community support now more than ever as local spots close down or adapt due to COVID-19.
Retailers take steps to avoid a crowd on Black Friday amid pandemic
Typically, you'll see Black Friday shoppers camped out for a good deal at Best Buy on Thanksgiving Day, but in 2020, FOX6 News found an empty parking lot.
Retailers take steps to 'avoid a crowd' on Black Friday amid COVID-19
Typically, you'll see Black Friday shoppers camped out for a good deal at Best Buy on Thanksgiving Day, but in 2020, FOX6 News found an empty parking lot.
Restaurants, bars adjust to untraditional holiday
"While it won't make up probably the loss in revenue that we normally would have on a night like tonight, it definitely helps boost it."
With bars closed, liquor stores see holiday business uptick
Between the empty stools, socially-distant tables and bar as a whole, this year did not provide the normal boom in business that bar owners
'Make people smile:' Cupcake shop asks the community for help
Small businesses throughout the state have struggled to keep their doors open during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Show your support for small businesses with these gift ideas
2020 has been a struggle for many independent businesses. That's why this year we're giving BIG love to SMALL businesses.
Destroyed by fire, effort raises nearly $24K for 'the cheel'
The owners of "the cheel" -- which featured Nepali-inspired cuisine -- are now hoping to fly above the devastating loss.
Milwaukee disperses $10M in COVID-19 aid for small businesses
The Milwaukee Department of City Development is dispersing $10 million to small businesses struggling to hang on through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lakefront Brewery's Black Friday 2020 beer to be sold at stores
Lakefront Brewery has revealed that all 5,000 bottles of its 2020 vintage will be distributed to liquor stores throughout the Milwaukee area.
Fiserv commits $10M to helping small businesses amid pandemic
Fiserv has committed more than $10 million to help small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic with its Back2Business grant.
Kohler restaurant installs virus-killing lights for indoor dining
"What we are trying to do is provide the safest environment that you can come and enjoy yourself."