WI: Consumer
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Not-so-easy money: Report details hidden fees in cash app loans
Wisconsin lawmakers recently debated reforms for payday loans. Efforts to protect consumers come amid new research about financial pain associated …
A snapshot of federal investments being put to use in WI
City and county governments are feeling the pinch of rising operating costs but in Wisconsin, federal incentives are driving a range of local …
WI poised to break through digital equity logjam
Wisconsin has announced a big development in trying to establish more digital equity around the state. Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service …
Electric bus movement looks to accelerate
Most school and transit buses on the nation's roadways these days are still powered by diesel engines but in Wisconsin and elsewhere, there is hope …
Overwhelmed with tax filing costs? WI service sites are back
Many Wisconsinites have received their income documents for filing taxes. A long-standing program geared toward low to moderate-income adults is …
Report calls for more consistency in alimony laws
Wisconsin is among the states without a defined formula for deciding alimony payments through divorce court proceedings. A new report says without …
Did your child receive a 'smart toy'? Experts urge parents to research them
The "smart toy" market is now a more than $16 billion industry, and is expected to double by 2027, and this holiday season, experts are warning …
WI in top half for health rankings, but resources low for public outreach
Wisconsin ranks 22nd in the country when it comes to a range of health measuring sticks, and local public health officials said more resources could …
During holiday crunch, fraud awareness data raises concerns
Consumer advocates warned more people report being targeted by scammers as key information to protect their financial identity is not always getting t…
WI ‘grandparents scam’ case prompts safeguard reminders
A Connecticut man has been indicted by a Wisconsin grand jury on wire fraud charges over accusations he scammed older residents. It's the latest case …
Health coverage experts: Sidestep intimidation, prepare to enroll
The fall season is here, meaning many Wisconsinites will soon make decisions about their health coverage. Experts say early preparation with trusted …
As Student Loan Payments Resume, New Federal Relief Takes Shape
The pandemic-related pause on student loan payments is ending, and as Wisconsin borrowers resume efforts to chip away at their balance, they're urged …