Ricardo Torres
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Foxconn to join We Energies on solar panel farm in Mount Pleasant
Foxconn and We Energies announced on Thursday a plan to install solar panels on Foxconn's property in Mount Pleasant, contingent on local government approval → Read More
Wisconsin to receive $79.1 million in federal funding to support small businesses
Wisconsin could receive up to $79.1 million through the federal State Small Business Credit Initiative as part of the American Rescue Plan Act. → Read More
4 issues brought up by national manufacturing leader during Wisconsin visit
As employers raise wages, increase benefits, some are looking to Washington, D.C. to get some assistance with the challenges that exist. → Read More
The President of Iceland attended a Milwaukee Bucks game at Fiserv Forum this week. Here's how it happened.
Iceland President Jóhannesson and his two sons came Milwaukee to watch the Bucks take on the Celtics in a thrilling 131-125 overtime win. → Read More
Palermo's to add more than 200 jobs at facilities in Milwaukee, Jefferson
Palermo Villa Inc. is planning to expand its production at its Jefferson and Milwaukee facilities and hiring more than 200 people. → Read More
WEDC approves up to $7 million in tax credits for Fiserv relocation to downtown Milwaukee
As Fiserv Inc. continues to move its headquarters to downtown Milwaukee, it could get up to $7 million in tax credits from the WEDC during the next 5 years → Read More
Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen promotes whiskey at Ray's Wine and Spirits in Wauwatosa, signs bottles for fans
More than 100 customers bought bottles of Digits, many bought more that one and had their picture taken with the basketball Hall of Fame player. → Read More
Kohl's Corp. names interim leader Tom Kingsbury as its new CEO
After serving as the interim CEO since December, Kohl's Corp. has officially named Tom Kingsbury the new CEO of the company. → Read More
Revenue Secretary Peter Barca hints at possible compromise on high income tax bracket
Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Revenue Peter Barca indicated that there could be changes in tax policy for high earners. → Read More
Milwaukee Bucks give Marquette University Urban Scholar students an unusual chance to work inside a pro sports team
The fellowship program takes Marquette students from the Urban Scholar Program and gives them experience working with a professional sports franchise. → Read More
Briggs & Stratton to layoff roughly 160 workers
Briggs & Stratton announced changes to the production of its home standby and engine components, roughly 160 workers will be laid off in the process. → Read More
Kohl's Corp. eliminates 60 positions at Menomonee Falls headquarters
Kohl's Corp. announced the elimination of 60 positions in marketing and merchandising at it's corporate headquarters in Menomonee Falls. → Read More
What we know and don't know about the new CNH Industrial contract. How the U.S. Labor Secretary got involved.
The details of the contract have not been revealed but the new agreement expires in 2026. → Read More
The Spice House in downtown to close in March but its owners plan to keep Milwaukee Public Market location operational
It's the end of an era for area cooking fans as The Spice House is closing its North King Drive store in downtown Milwaukee after 30 years. → Read More
Some Bucks season ticket holders will pay less for their seats next year. Here's why.
Some Bucks season ticket holders are surprised to learn that their tickets won’t cost them more next year and may even be cheaper next year. → Read More
Strike continues: CNH union voters reject company proposal
CNH Industrial workers will remain on strike after union members in Wisconsin and Iowa voted against a contract proposal from the company on Saturday. → Read More
'History is worth preserving': Proposed downtown hotel concerns baseball historian
Baseball experts are concerned about a plan for a hotel at an important site in the sport's history. → Read More
Missing bags pile up at Mitchell International Airport as Southwest cancels more flights
The Southwest Airlines winter meltdown continues as travelers prep for another busy weekend ahead of the New Year. → Read More
$1.6 million from U.S. Dept. of Commerce will fund Wisconsin minority business development center
Wisconsin is getting a new Minority Business Development Center that will work with business owners to give them assistance, mentoring, access capital → Read More
'One union can't do it alone': Workers gather on Labor Day to celebrate successes, listen to Joe Biden
Workers gathered at Zeidler Union Square in Milwaukee in solidarity with each other on Labor Day and marched to the Henry Maier Festival Park. → Read More