Economy
Despite adding 16,500 jobs in May, metro Milwaukee employment is down nearly 100,000
Metro Milwaukee employment increased 16,500 from April to May, but the region’s total employment is still down by 99,800 from May 2019, according to recently released data.
Wisconsinites are growing more comfortable amid COVID-19, but hesitate to return to all activities
Wisconsinites are growing more comfortable with the idea of returning to a wide-range of activities that have been limited during the coronavirus outbreak, according to the latest Marquette University Law School poll.
Latest job numbers show Wisconsin’s labor market improving, but long ways from recovery
After shedding more than nearly 400,000 jobs in April, Wisconsin’s labor market rebounded in April by adding 72,100 jobs, according to new data released today by the Department of Workforce Development.
MMAC launches grant program for businesses damaged during recent looting
The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce has launched a grant program to provide monetary relief to local businesses that were damaged when recent protests against racism and police brutality in some cases escalated into looting and vandalism.
Uncertainty and optimism in Manpower’s latest employment outlook survey
When ManpowerGroup surveyed employers in January, just 1% of metro Milwaukee respondents planned to decrease their staffing levels in...
Milwaukee bars and restaurants have mixed feelings on reopening today
Several Milwaukee bars and restaurants took to social media over the last 24 hours to share their stance on...
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Viewpoints – American Family CEO Jack Salzwedel: Turning anger into action
“If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention, don’t care, think it’s OK, or have been desensitized.”
Viewpoints – Matt Cordio: Support startups founded by minority entrepreneurs
If we really love our city, we must acknowledge there is a lot of work to be done to build a more inclusive and equitable community, startup ecosystem and local economy.
Milwaukee business leaders discuss how region can address racial disparities
In the midst of nationwide protests and civil unrest over long-standing racial injustices, some business leaders in Milwaukee Tuesday...
Milwaukee community leaders respond to protests
Dr. Eve Hall, president and chief executive officer of Milwaukee Urban League, implored business and community leaders to not let destructive rioting distract from the need to address racism in the community.