Media relations manager for We Energies. Formerly communications director for Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and later the Milwaukee County Transit System. Conway previously served as a television reporter for WISN-TV.

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Murphy’s Law: How Utility Rates Hurt State’s Economy
Murphy’s Law

How Utility Rates Hurt State’s Economy

Wisconsin’s once-low electric rates now the highest in Midwest. That’s a big problem for all of us.

We Energies Will Spend $335 Million on Microsoft Development

We Energies Will Spend $335 Million on Microsoft Development

No Public Service Commission approval needed because project is on Foxconn land

Should We Energies Get Another Rate Hike?

Should We Energies Get Another Rate Hike?

Last year residents saw nearly 11% increase. PSC hears from opponents.

Sierra Club Finds We Energies Behind On Clean Energy

Sierra Club Finds We Energies Behind On Clean Energy

Report gives We Energies a 'D'; other utilities in state ranked higher.

Murphy’s Law: Flush Times for We Energies
Murphy’s Law

Flush Times for We Energies

Big profits, big executive salaries. big donations, all paid for by rate payers.

State Can’t Regulate We Energies $100 Million Project for Microsoft

State Can’t Regulate We Energies $100 Million Project for Microsoft

Critics blame Foxconn law's loopholes, call for legislative fix. 'It's outrageous.'

We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants

We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants

Had planned shutdown of Oak Creeks unit in 2024 and 2025. Now not sure.

State’s Utilities Lag on Meeting Emission Reductions

State’s Utilities Lag on Meeting Emission Reductions

We Energies, three other utilities likely to fall short of 2030 goals, PSC report says.

EPA Proposal Seeks Fix To Unregulated Coal Ash Sites

EPA Proposal Seeks Fix To Unregulated Coal Ash Sites

There are at least 32 sites in Wisconsin that could be impacted.

Public Service Commission Could Create New Aid For Low-Income We Energies Customers

Public Service Commission Could Create New Aid For Low-Income We Energies Customers

New programs would help mitigate rising energy bills.

Murphy’s Law: We Energies Wants Yet Another Rate Hike
Murphy’s Law

We Energies Wants Yet Another Rate Hike

Both consumer and business advocates castigate excess profits of utilities.

Advocates Push for City-Owned Public Utility

Advocates Push for City-Owned Public Utility

Replacing We Energies would lead to lower rates and fewer power outages, they declare.

EPA Proposal On Carbon Pollution Could Affect State’s Utilities

EPA Proposal On Carbon Pollution Could Affect State’s Utilities

We Energies facility in Oak Creek would need to cut emissions by 90%.

Groups Urge We Energies to End Shutoffs For Nonpayment

Groups Urge We Energies to End Shutoffs For Nonpayment

Utility's 11% hike in rates is 'outrageous,' could leave many unable to pay, advocates say.

State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15

State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15

Advocates charge that energy shutoffs will hit low income, mostly minority households.

GOP Bill Allows Community Solar Projects By Private Developers

GOP Bill Allows Community Solar Projects By Private Developers

Current law bars this. Main opponent to proposal is big utilities like We Energies.

Utilities Get PSC Approval to Buy Largest Solar Plant In Wisconsin

Utilities Get PSC Approval to Buy Largest Solar Plant In Wisconsin

We Energies, two other utilities will pay $649 million for Dane County plant.

Foxconn, We Energies Building Solar Farm at Factory Campus

Foxconn, We Energies Building Solar Farm at Factory Campus

2,000-panel installation will produce enough electricity to power 300 homes.

Federal Inflation Reduction Act Could Add 24,000 Jobs in Wisconsin

Federal Inflation Reduction Act Could Add 24,000 Jobs in Wisconsin

While helping state grow its renewable energy, new report finds.

State’s Utilities Investing in Battery Storage

State’s Utilities Investing in Battery Storage

Facilitating storage of solar, wind energy. We Energies valley plant testing battery system.

Extreme Weather Threatens Power Supply, Could Leave Customers In The Cold

Extreme Weather Threatens Power Supply, Could Leave Customers In The Cold

We Energies' request for customers to turn down thermostats on frigid day could become recurring problem.

MKE County: Supervisors Holding We Energies Project Hostage For More Money
MKE County

Supervisors Holding We Energies Project Hostage For More Money

Supervisors try tactic they used for the Waukesha water deal.

Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project

Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project

850,000 solar panels part of WEC Energy Group's $5.4 billion spending on green energy.

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

State oversight body allowed one project. Solar advocates push for general approval.

After North Carolina Attack, Wisconsin Utilities Say They’re Prepared

After North Carolina Attack, Wisconsin Utilities Say They’re Prepared

Two electrical substations in NC were knocked offline by gunfire, cutting service to 45,000 customers.

Regulators Approve 8.8% Electric Rate Increase For We Energies

Regulators Approve 8.8% Electric Rate Increase For We Energies

Residential customers should expect to see a $12 per month increase.

Residents Express Outrage At Hearing Over Plan To Hike Electric Rates 13%

Residents Express Outrage At Hearing Over Plan To Hike Electric Rates 13%

We Energies proposal would increase average bill by $14 per month, more than twice original proposal.

Wisconsin Joins Multi-State Pact In Bid for Hydrogen Funding

Wisconsin Joins Multi-State Pact In Bid for Hydrogen Funding

Wisconsin joins MN, ND and MT in creating "hub" that hopes to land part of $8 billion in federal clean energy funding.

Battery Supply Chain Issues Hampering Wisconsin Renewable Energy Efforts

Battery Supply Chain Issues Hampering Wisconsin Renewable Energy Efforts

We Energies, other utilities, ramping up use of battery storage with solar power, but struggling to get parts.

Consumer, Environmental Groups Strike Deal With We Energies and WPS

Consumer, Environmental Groups Strike Deal With We Energies and WPS

Deal allows utilities to recover costs while writing-off late fees, reducing fixed charges. Some issues remain.

Pushback Emerges Against We Energies’ Proposed Rate Hike

Pushback Emerges Against We Energies’ Proposed Rate Hike

Utility seeking to raise gas prices 10.4% and electricity prices 8.4% on top Ukraine-related price increases.

State Utilities Falling Short on Carbon Reduction

State Utilities Falling Short on Carbon Reduction

Behind on 2030 goals. We Energies coal plants will remain in longer than projected.

Murphy’s Law: How We Energies Spends Your Money
Murphy’s Law

How We Energies Spends Your Money

Profits from ratepayers funds foundation that gave $1 million to UWM and helps utility look like a good guy.

2 Utilities Raising Rates for Clean Energy Transition

2 Utilities Raising Rates for Clean Energy Transition

We Energies and WPS say proposed rate increases will pay for investment in renewables.

EPA Considering Stricter Air Pollution Standards

EPA Considering Stricter Air Pollution Standards

Advocates, elected officials call for strongest possible controls.

8,000 People At Risk of Utility Shutoffs

8,000 People At Risk of Utility Shutoffs

State’s ban ended April 15. What you need to know, how to get help.

Regulators Approve Plans for State’s Largest Renewable Energy Plant

Regulators Approve Plans for State’s Largest Renewable Energy Plant

Project will meet energy needs for 25% of Dane County's 240,000 households. Some neighbors oppose the plant.

$90 Million Coal Plant Upgrade Approved

$90 Million Coal Plant Upgrade Approved

State PSC okays WE Energies pollution controls; plan criticized for investing more in fossil fuels.

Water Main Break Sends Steam Soaring, Chills Downtown

Water Main Break Sends Steam Soaring, Chills Downtown

Steam tunnel system flooded by millions of gallons of water from broken 1884 water main.

WEC Energy Quitting Coal By 2035

WEC Energy Quitting Coal By 2035

The utility that owns WE Energies will transition to natural gas and renewables.

Natural Gas Prices May Drive Heating Bills Up

Natural Gas Prices May Drive Heating Bills Up

Utilities customers will likely notice it's more expensive to heat their homes.

Mekong Cafe Hurt By Power Outage

Mekong Cafe Hurt By Power Outage

Outpouring of community support helps small family business serving southeast Asian food.

36,000 Getting Help With Utility Bills

36,000 Getting Help With Utility Bills

State Energy Assistance Program distributes over $21 million to help pay utility bills.

Utilities Spending $649 Million on State’s Largest Solar Project

Utilities Spending $649 Million on State’s Largest Solar Project

WEC Energy Group and MGE buying 465-megawatt Koshkonong Solar project.

MKE County: Parks Planning Three Acre Solar Farm
MKE County

Parks Planning Three Acre Solar Farm

We Energies would install a solar array on unused land at Oakwood Park Golf Course.

Murphy’s Law: We Energies Reduces Electric Cars’ Impact
Murphy’s Law

We Energies Reduces Electric Cars’ Impact

Batteries charged on coal power aren’t so good for the environment.

Renewable Energy Group Sues State Regulators

Renewable Energy Group Sues State Regulators

Midwest Renewable Energy Association says state creates barriers to alternative energy.

Utilities Plan $400 Million Solar Project

Utilities Plan $400 Million Solar Project

WEC Energy Group and Madison utility to partner on solar and battery storage project in Kenosha County

Wisconsin Transitioning To Solar Energy

Wisconsin Transitioning To Solar Energy

Solar projects actively under development will generate 7% of the state's power.

WEC Will Retire Half of Oak Creek Power Plant

WEC Will Retire Half of Oak Creek Power Plant

1,800 megawatt plant will be replaced with clean energy, natural gas.

WEC Pledges to be Carbon-Neutral by 2050

WEC Pledges to be Carbon-Neutral by 2050

Company says it will spend $900 million on renewable energy over the next four years.

Utility Disconnection Moratorium Ending

Utility Disconnection Moratorium Ending

Starting July 1st, utilities can charge late fees and disconnect services.

City Hall: Plan Will Build City’s Largest Solar Array
City Hall

Plan Will Build City’s Largest Solar Array

City, We Energies partner on eight-acre solar farm, enough electricity to power 400 homes.

We Energies Trails on Solar, Wind

We Energies Trails on Solar, Wind

Other utilities in state have far higher percentage of energy coming from renewable energy.

Friday Photos: Powering Up The Third Ward
Friday Photos

Powering Up The Third Ward

We Energies substation at heart of new apartment building nears completion.

PSC Approves Rate Hike for We Energies

PSC Approves Rate Hike for We Energies

But lower than requested. CUB says agreement with two utilities will save rate payers $100 million.

Murphy’s Law:  Foxconn’s Gift from Electric Customers
Murphy’s Law

Foxconn’s Gift from Electric Customers

Why are state customers paying $117 million -- or more -- for unneeded power upgrades?

Utilities Seek Carbon Reduction Goals

Utilities Seek Carbon Reduction Goals

We Energies, other utilities could help Evers meet goal of carbon neutral state by 2050.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Cleanup Of Solvay Coke Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Cleanup Of Solvay Coke Site

We Energies is leading $15.9 million cleanup. No tour of site allowed.

WE Energies Won’t Demand Solar Surcharge

WE Energies Won’t Demand Solar Surcharge

Company backs off after announcing its settlement with RENEW Wisconsin.

Climate Change Increasing Mercury in Fish

Climate Change Increasing Mercury in Fish

Researchers find rising water levels in state lakes caused by climate change increases mercury in fish.

We Energies Pushes Solar Charge. Again

We Energies Pushes Solar Charge. Again

Surcharge could cost solar users $180 year. Court rejected proposal in 2014.

We Energies Quits Pro-Coal Lobbying Group

We Energies Quits Pro-Coal Lobbying Group

Joins 10 other utilities leaving powerful Washington, D.C. lobbyist, Utility Air Regulatory Group.

City Hall: The Cold War With We Energies
City Hall

The Cold War With We Energies

Bauman, other aldermen believe city is charging too little for utility's use of city land.

Sup. Shea Condemns We Energies’ Pollution

Sup. Shea Condemns We Energies’ Pollution

Many Oak Creek residents oppose request for DNR permit, company says others along lake pollute more.

City Hall: Three City Libraries Will Get Solar
City Hall

Three City Libraries Will Get Solar

But city wants to install five times more solar power and faces We Energies opposition.

Murphy’s Law: The Many Ads of We Energies
Murphy’s Law

The Many Ads of We Energies

They’d rather spend on ads to make the company look good than lower your rates.

Transportation: County Bus System Plans Complete Redesign
Transportation

County Bus System Plans Complete Redesign

All routes will be reconsidered to achieve maximum frequency, public input sought.

5 Citizens To Give Sincere Thanks

5 Citizens To Give Sincere Thanks

Our Thanksgiving class of 2018, five Milwaukeeans who've made this a better city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Transit System’s Bus App Is a Hit
Eyes on Milwaukee

Transit System’s Bus App Is a Hit

In just over one year, new app generated twice as much revenue as it cost to develop.

Bus Rapid Transit Plan Moves Forward

Bus Rapid Transit Plan Moves Forward

County board passes budget with BRT funding; county will seek federal grant for it.

Murphy’s Law: Black Workers Losing Transit to Jobs?
Murphy’s Law

Black Workers Losing Transit to Jobs?

End of county bus routes 61 and 6 means no connection to jobs in other counties.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MCTS Adding Art to Bus Shelters
Eyes on Milwaukee

MCTS Adding Art to Bus Shelters

County transit system's glass shelters receiving graphic art installations.

Impact of Bus Rapid Transit in Milwaukee

Impact of Bus Rapid Transit in Milwaukee

$48 million high-speed bus line projected to carry 10,000 riders daily by 2035.

MCTS One Of The Best In The U.S.

MCTS One Of The Best In The U.S.

Report ranks county transit system 13th in providing access to jobs. County considers growth options.

Workers Urged to Use JobLines Buses

Workers Urged to Use JobLines Buses

Freeway lawsuit got $13.5 million settlement; two bus lines to suburban jobs created.

Plenty of Horne: $2 Million BRT Study Underway
Plenty of Horne

$2 Million BRT Study Underway

25 detectors along 9-mile Bus Rapid Transit route measure traffic to find best route.

MCTS Employee Named to Top 40 Under 40 List
Press Release

MCTS Employee Named to Top 40 Under 40 List

Mass Transit Magazine Honors Professionals from Across the Country

What Will Happen To Route 61?

What Will Happen To Route 61?

One of three bus routes connecting inner city workers to suburban jobs, its funding may run out.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bus System Will Go Paperless
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bus System Will Go Paperless

Paper transfers and tickets are gone, but the union is still upset.

No new meetings planned for MCTS and union
Citation

No new meetings planned for MCTS and union

Murphy’s Law: Who’s To Blame for Bus Strike?
Murphy’s Law

Who’s To Blame for Bus Strike?

The union? Chris Abele? John Weishan? Scott Walker? A frank assessment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)
Eyes on Milwaukee

15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)

Bus service continuing, but union president references more potential work stoppages. What else did he say?

New Technology Changing Bus System

New Technology Changing Bus System

Real-time bus location information and smart fare cards are changing how riders use the bus system.

As bus drivers vote, transit union chief predicting strike
Citation

As bus drivers vote, transit union chief predicting strike

Milwaukee County bus drivers, mechanics authorize leaders to call strike
Citation

Milwaukee County bus drivers, mechanics authorize leaders to call strike

MCTS Names Brendan Conway Chief Marketing and Communication Officer
Press Release

MCTS Names Brendan Conway Chief Marketing and Communication Officer

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is proud to announce the hiring of Brendan Conway as its new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer.

Murphy’s Law: The Tragedy of O’Donnell Park
Murphy’s Law

The Tragedy of O’Donnell Park

The proposed sale to NML suggests the city has yet to learn from its folly in building this eyesore.

County Board Committee Approves Abele’s $7K Donation to Pay for Courthouse Overtime
Press Release

County Board Committee Approves Abele’s $7K Donation to Pay for Courthouse Overtime

“It’s safe to say this is the best $7,000 I’ve ever spent.”

New Partnership Will Spark Park East Development
Press Release

New Partnership Will Spark Park East Development

City, County, State, Federal Government and Private Sector Working Together

Murphy’s Law: Who’s To Blame For Yet Another Pension Giveaway?
Murphy’s Law

Who’s To Blame For Yet Another Pension Giveaway?

Abele wants some 200 retirees to stop getting illegal pension benefits, but board members are outraged.

Dramatic Turnaround at Milwaukee County House of Correction
Press Release

Dramatic Turnaround at Milwaukee County House of Correction

One year after County Executive Chris Abele took over the operations of the Milwaukee County House of Correction (HOC), the facility has seen a dramatic and positive turnaround.

‘Food Truck Thursdays’ Return to the Courthouse
Press Release

‘Food Truck Thursdays’ Return to the Courthouse

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele welcomes back some of the best food on wheels when Food Truck Thursday returns to the Courthouse on Thursday, April 17th.

10th Street Reopening TODAY
Press Release

10th Street Reopening TODAY

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will officially reopen 10th Street in front of the Courthouse at 3pm today.

County Executive Abele Statement on Shoreline Bill
Press Release

County Executive Abele Statement on Shoreline Bill

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele supports a bipartisan state bill that will be considered this week by the state Assembly to formally recognize the Milwaukee shoreline boundary that was established in 1913.

County Executive Abele Greets Veterans in California
Press Release

County Executive Abele Greets Veterans in California

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will greet Operation Iraqi Freedom Veterans Tom Voss and Anthony Anderson in California on Saturday as they end their 2,700 mile walk from Milwaukee to Los Angeles.

Milwaukee County Proposes New Beer Garden for 2014
Press Release

Milwaukee County Proposes New Beer Garden for 2014

County Could See $100,000 a Year in Revenue

Milwaukee County Cuts Electricity Use in 2013
Press Release

Milwaukee County Cuts Electricity Use in 2013

Milwaukee County’s “Kill-a-Watt” Challenge to save money and cut electricity wrapped up a successful 2013.

County Executive Abele Meets With White House Staff on ACA & Minimum Wage
Press Release

County Executive Abele Meets With White House Staff on ACA & Minimum Wage

In addition to raising the minimum wage, Abele is focused on closing the wage gap by helping people get back to work and into more skilled, higher paying jobs, through stronger economic development and jobs training.

Statement on County Board’s Wage Mandate
Press Release

Statement on County Board’s Wage Mandate

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released a statement today responding to the County Board’s consideration of a plan to mandate higher wages.

Statement on the Passing of Betty Quadracci
Press Release

Statement on the Passing of Betty Quadracci

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement about the passing of Betty Quadracci.

Christmas Tree Lights Up the Courthouse
Press Release

Christmas Tree Lights Up the Courthouse

Wednesday – December 4, 2013

Abele’s Vetoes Lower Property Taxes, Increase Rainy Day Fund and Strikes a Compromise with Supervisors
Press Release

Abele’s Vetoes Lower Property Taxes, Increase Rainy Day Fund and Strikes a Compromise with Supervisors

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is issuing vetoes to the 2014 Budget that will lower property taxes $1.6 million while adding $2 million to the Debt Service Reserve, the County’s rainy day fund.

Voting Underway for Courthouse Christmas Tree
Press Release

Voting Underway for Courthouse Christmas Tree

Voting runs until noon on November 18th.

County Executive Abele Discusses 2014 Budget at WisPolitics Luncheon
Press Release

County Executive Abele Discusses 2014 Budget at WisPolitics Luncheon

The event starts at 11:30am at the Zilber School of Public Health, 1240 N 10th Street, Milwaukee.

Milwaukee County Child Support Named Agency of the Year
Press Release

Milwaukee County Child Support Named Agency of the Year

Abele nominated Kooyenga and the Milwaukee County CSS for the WCSEA awards.

“Flash Mob” Comes to the Courthouse
Press Release

“Flash Mob” Comes to the Courthouse

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce the Milwaukee County Courthouse will once again host a “flash mob” to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired.

Abele’s 2014 Budget Features New Public Safety Initiative
Press Release

Abele’s 2014 Budget Features New Public Safety Initiative

The budget also provides the Sheriff the flexibility to avoid any Deputy layoffs while continuing to realign the department to focus on its core mission in a fully incorporated County.

Milwaukee County Offers Help in ACA Enrollment
Press Release

Milwaukee County Offers Help in ACA Enrollment

Using existing resources and staff, County Departments will help clients they are already serving understand and enroll in the ACA.

In Milwaukee, Mayor Rybak Unveils New Ad Campaign to Attract Same-Sex Weddings to Minneapolis
Press Release

In Milwaukee, Mayor Rybak Unveils New Ad Campaign to Attract Same-Sex Weddings to Minneapolis

“I Want to Marry You in Minneapolis” campaign running in Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago publications

Abele Dumps County Transit Company

Abele Dumps County Transit Company

Public bidding process awards bus contract to for-profit company.

Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public
Press Release

Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public

Offices Opening at 10am

Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly
Press Release

Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly

The Milwaukee County Courthouse reopened today for most court services and, with the exception of a few hiccups, things ran smoothly.

Fight for Marriage Equality in Wisconsin Will Go On
Press Release

Fight for Marriage Equality in Wisconsin Will Go On

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement today after the United States Supreme Court voted to recognize gay marriage.

County Executive Abele Presents John Malan with Purple Heart Pass
Press Release

County Executive Abele Presents John Malan with Purple Heart Pass

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will honor WTMJ-TV Meteorologist John Malan’s military service during the Marcus Center’s annual Flag Day celebration on Friday, June 14th.

Free Summer Events for Military Veterans in Milwaukee County
Press Release

Free Summer Events for Military Veterans in Milwaukee County

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce that public and private agencies in Milwaukee County are once again offering active military, drilling reservists, veterans and their families free admission to a variety of entertainment venues this summer. From Summerfest to the Milwaukee County Zoo, veterans are being thanked for the service. For a full list of events and venues visit: http://tinyurl.com/MKECoVetsEvents

County Executive Abele Hires New Parks Director
Press Release

County Executive Abele Hires New Parks Director

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will hold a news conference today at Kosciuszko Park to introduce new Parks Director John Dargle.

County Executive Abele Thanks Legislators for Increasing Child Support Funding
Press Release

County Executive Abele Thanks Legislators for Increasing Child Support Funding

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele applauds members of the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee for putting money back into the budget to support Child Support funding across the state.

Milwaukee County Offering Help to Aging Veterans
Press Release

Milwaukee County Offering Help to Aging Veterans

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, the Milwaukee County Veterans Service Office (MCVSO) and the Milwaukee County Department on Aging (MCDA) are organizing a free one-day event to deliver awareness of benefits to eligible aging veterans and their surviving spouses.

County Executive Abele Thanks Assembly for Passing Reform Bill
Press Release

County Executive Abele Thanks Assembly for Passing Reform Bill

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele thanks the Wisconsin Assembly for approving the Milwaukee County reform bill.

County Executive Abele Announces Energy Saving Challenge
Press Release

County Executive Abele Announces Energy Saving Challenge

County Executive Chris Abele is announcing an Earth Day initiative to lower energy usage in county buildings, a move that will help the environment and save tax dollars.

Murphy’s Law: Sheriff Clarke’s New Buddies
Murphy’s Law

Sheriff Clarke’s New Buddies

The conservative lawman and liberal county board have suddenly gotten very friendly. Why?

Hundreds of Job Openings for Military Veterans
Press Release

Hundreds of Job Openings for Military Veterans

Event Tomorrow 9am – 1pm

Veterans Job Fair Offers Hundreds of Job Openings for Vets
Press Release

Veterans Job Fair Offers Hundreds of Job Openings for Vets

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce a Job Fair for Military Veterans will be held on Thursday, March 7th at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center from 9am - 1pm.

Murphy’s Law: County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?
Murphy’s Law

County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?

They should be working to get more state funding. But they’re too busy protecting the county board.

Murphy’s Law: Who’s Right in County Budget Battle?
Murphy’s Law

Who’s Right in County Budget Battle?

County Board Chair Marina Dimitrijevic trashes Abele’s budget. But did she improve it?

Murphy’s Law: Too Many Cops in Milwaukee County?
Murphy’s Law

Too Many Cops in Milwaukee County?

The high cost of a huge sheriff’s budget and 19 local police departments.

Murphy’s Law: Abele Under Fire
Murphy’s Law

Abele Under Fire

Has the Johnny Thomas situation poisoned relations between the county exec and county board?

Beer Gardens Back at Pere Marquette

Beer Gardens Back at Pere Marquette

It was off after Sue Black's firing. Now it's back on.

Murphy’s Law: Myths About Black’s Firing
Murphy’s Law

Myths About Black’s Firing

Strip away the myths and you begin to see why Abele dumped her.

The Chatter: Abele vs County Board — Again
The Chatter

Abele vs County Board — Again

Someone leaked the info on Abele's plan for a 44 story lakefront tower, leaving him apologizing to the board.

Murphy’s Law: The Farley Fiasco
Murphy’s Law

The Farley Fiasco

Is the County board punishing Abele’s aide Patrick Farley for whistle blowing?