Government Shutdown And Social Security In WI: What To Know About Payments, Services

The ongoing federal government shutdown is affecting how Wisconsin's 28,208​ Social Security recipients do business with the agency.

Wisconsin Trails Minnesota In New State By State Income Report

WalletHub's 2025 data shows which states are winning the income race.

Trump Proposal To Eliminate Federal Taxes At 150K: What It Means In WI

While specific details of the plan have not been released, Census Bureau data provides insight into the potential impact for Wisconsinites.

Where's My Refund: Check Your IRS Tax Refund In WI

Taxpayers filing electronically can get a status report within 24 hours.

WI Social Security Retirement Age To Change In 2025

The full retirement age will rise in January to match a growing expected lifespan, according to a law passed in 1983.

Home Insurance Rates Spike In WI: What’s Behind Massive Rise?

Since 2018, the cost of home insurance in Wisconsin has jumped more than 21 percent. Why?

WI Counties With Most Affordable Home Prices: New Data

The affordability gap for homebuyers is nearing a 10-year high amid high home costs, interest rate hikes, and a housing supply shortage.

IRS Owes WI Residents Over $12M In Unclaimed Refunds Soon To Expire

The IRS estimates that 11,800 people in Wisconsin are owed over $12,000,000 in 2020 refunds, but they need to act fast to get them.

Over $20M Owed To WI Taxpayers: ‘Time Running Out’ To Claim, IRS Says

Nationwide, the IRS says taxpayers are sitting on $1.5 billion in refunds from the 2019 tax season— but the clock is ticking to claim them.

WI Banks Part Of Coalition Asking FDIC To Insure All Deposits

The Mid-Size Bank Coalition of America's letter came after the collapse earlier this month of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.

2023 Income Tax Season Looms In WI: When To File 2022 Returns With IRS

Wisconsin taxpayers can begin filing their state tax returns as soon as the IRS starts accepting federal returns in January.

Wisconsin Egg Prices Rise Amid Bird Flu And Higher Farming Costs

As egg prices in Wisconsin inflate to around $5 per dozen, here's how prices in the Badger State compare to the rest of the nation.

How Inflation In Wisconsin Compares to 6.5% U.S. Rate

Here is how inflation rates have changed in recent months in the region including Wisconsin.

Inflation Cools Down To 7.1% But Still Chews At Wisconsinites' Budgets

Rising housing costs more than offset the 1.6 percent month-over-month decreases in energy cost, a report said.

Household Income In Wisconsin Went Down Amid Pandemic: See New Data

Wisconsin households on average saw a decrease in their income from 2019 to 2021, new Census data showed.

7 Wisconsin Billionaires Make Forbes 400 List Of Super Rich

Wisconsin lost one of its wealthiest residents recently, but seven billionaires still call the Badger State home, according to Forbes.

Wisconsin's Household Credit Card Debt Increased In 2021

A new ranking shows which states have the most credit card debt — here's how Wisconsin families compare.

5 Tips For Wisconsin Renters After Eviction Moratorium Ends

Here are some resources for Wisconsin residents after the Supreme Court's decision to end the eviction moratorium Thursday.

WI Residents: Check Your Stimulus Payment Status

Are you one of the 80 million Americans who got their stimulus payment? If not, here's how to track the status of your money.

How Do Your Credit Habits Compare in Wisconsin?

Take a look at the state of credit in your state..

How Income Taxes Shrink a $100,000 Salary in All 50 States

See how a six-figure salary is reduced to teeny-tiny take-home pay where you live.

Brekkie Budget: What Breakfast Costs in Wisconsin

Is breakfast getting eggs-pensive in Wisconsin? Find out