David Crowley

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Test Messages In La Crosse

Six candidates, including two for governor, appear at corn roast. How did their messages vary?

Vance Talks Urban Crime, Migrant Health Care In La Crosse Visit

Dems use Pfaff's annual corn roast to to preemptively respond, campaign.

Milwaukee County Overdose Deaths Down 30% in 2024

Third year in a row of decline, but officials say there's still more work to do.

State Funding Indirectly Supporting New Courthouse Project

Latest cost estimate is $490 million. County could start borrowing for it as soon as 2027.

County Plans to Move Kelly Senior Center

Moving from Warnimont Park to The Heritage building in South Milwaukee.

Gov. Evers Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration

FEMA finished preliminary assessment, Evers makes formal plea to Trump.

Local Businesses Awarded $100,000 in Grants

10 small businesses helped by new county economic development program.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update on Fema Preliminary Damage Assessment Visit and Flood Recovery Efforts

Milwaukee County Announces Proposal to Relocate Kelly Senior Center to South Milwaukee to Better Serve Older Adults

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Delivers “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses

The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation across Milwaukee County

Parks Suffered Serious Flood Damage

Dozens of sites damaged. County Executive Crowley repeats call for federal assistance.

City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods

Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.

Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates

How many candidates will run? The list looks long.

FEMA Surveys Milwaukee Area Storm Damage

Preliminary damage assessment teams were on Milwaukee's north side on Thursday

Future Unclear for Senior Centers

Crowley and board at odds; he wants to pause all repairs until long-term plan decided.

FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday

More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.

Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment

More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.

Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency

Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Shares Update on Flood Emergency

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2025 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

Brewers Beer Vendor Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

Ryan Strnad will run as Democrat, pushing support for unions, working class.

Baldwin Calls for Federal Disaster Relief for Wisconsin

After tour with mayor and county exec, she cites widespread damage.

Ahead of Possible Weekend Storms, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Urges Community Safety and Preparation

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Sign Legislation Approving $9 Million for Efforts to Compat the Opioid Crisis

County Asking For Citizens To Help With Push For Federal Flood Aid

It reports more than $20 million in damage to its own property.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides New Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Evers, Crowley Tour Water-Damaged Areas

Individuals with damage need to report it by calling 211 for state to make aid claim.

Rep. Robyn Vining Tours Wauwatosa Flood Damage With Governor Evers

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Declares State of Emergency Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?

County faces extremely tight budget in 2026, zoo project a big ticket item.

Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small

Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.

Airport, County Sue Federal Government Over Grant Terms

Trump Administration trying to force political agenda on local governments through grant programs.

Tommy Thompson for Governor?

'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Maxwell Anderson Sentencing

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2026 Budget Listening Sessions

Budget listening sessions provide opportunities for public input in the upcoming budget process

Funding For Same-Day Paratransit Running Out

MCTS won't include funds for Transit Plus Same Day Pilot in 2026 budget.

Crowley Approves $30 Million for Domes

County will start funding Mitchell Park Domes redevelopment in 2026 budget.

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Sign Legislation Approving Plan to Redevelop and Restore Mitchell Park Domes

Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race

A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.

Why Tony Evers Could Have Run Again

Why he was likely to win and thrive as a three-term governor.

County Exec, Governor Celebrate New Affordable Housing Development

New facility provides supportive housing units for seniors with disabilities experiencing homelessness.

County Executive David Crowley Confirms He Will Run for Governor

Milwaukee official is second Democrat to enter race.

Board Approves $30 Million Commitment For Domes

Supervisors provide policy commitment to provide $30 million over six years.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Governor Tony Evers Not Seeking Third Term

Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term

First open race for governor since 2010.

New Cinnabon and Auntie Anne’s Now Open at MKE Airport

The dual-branded shop is now serving delicious treats on Concourse D

Will County Close McGovern Senior Center?

Report recommends no more investment in senior center or Wil-O-Way buildings.

After Quick Success, Parks Fundraising Effort More Than Doubles In Size

'Cheers to Our Parks' seeks donations for $1.25 million effort.

MCTS Budget Deficit Bigger Than Previously Reported

Planned service cuts will only get the deficit to $10.9 million.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Over $9 Million for Initiatives to Combat Opioid Epidemic

How Bucks, Brewers Help Bankrupt Milwaukee County

County faces $46 million deficit. How much is due to sports subsidies?

PurpleLine Bus Route Getting $21 Million Upgrade

County previously had plans for BRT line through 27th Street corridor.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces $21 Million Federal Grant for PurpleLine Transit Corridor Improvements

New MPM Facility Drops a Beam While Celebrating New Milestone

A scary moment, then celebration of progress for Nature & Culture Museum.

Who Will Lead MCTS?

Have recent resignations affected the search for a new CEO?

Two More Southside Progressive Leaders Endorse Supervisor Jack Eckblad For Re-Election in Supervisory District 4

Leaders are latest to join the growing coalition of support for Eckblad's re-election.

District Attorney Kent Lovern’s Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget

Transit Union Gives Leader Strike Authority

MCTS is facing a budget deficit, political blowback and, now, labor unrest.

MCTS Will Fix Budget With Federal Funds

Which means it will hit fiscal cliff in 2026. Transit officials grilled about budget hole.

Budget Deficit Fallout Grows, Head of MCTS Resigns

Transit system CEO is second official to resign since surprise deficit announcement.

Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal

But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.

State Budget Provides Funding For Milwaukee Highway Patrol

New dollars could allow county to switch funding to courthouse project.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Congressional Passage of President Trump’s Budget Bill

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Domes Plan Requires $30 Million From County

Upside: it will gain lots of private matching money. Downside: the county is broke.

County Transportation Director Resigns

Donna Brown-Martin resigns after shocking MCTS budget deficit revealed.

MATC Appoints Three District Board Members, Including Two Reappointments

Parks Will Resurface 9 Playgrounds This Year

System has 112 playgrounds and also plans to rebuild Popuch Park playground.

After Shocking Budget Shortfall, County Orders Up MCTS Audit

County executive, board and comptroller all caught off guard by $11 million deficit.

Board Rejects McGovern Senior Center Project

Controversial project would have involved private housing on public land, but was viewed as only option to save center.

Milwaukee County Executive Crowley’s Statement on County Board of Supervisors’ Vote to Not Approve McGovern Park Senior Center Redevelopment

The Uncertain Future of Hales Corners Park Pool

Sup. Logsdon wants to fill the pool and see if anything needs fixing. And then?

Thousands Gather To Celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee

Parade and festival celebrate 'love, life and freedom.'

New Affordable Homes Open in Midtown Neighborhood

Three new affordable duplexes, the first of 20, part of county-funded project.

Let’s Not See County Parks as Development Opportunities

County exec's plan to add senior housing to McGovern Park is a bad idea.

Board Divided on McGovern Park Senior Housing Project

Halfway through its review process, it remains unclear if project will pass.

Congresswoman Moore, Milwaukee County Executive, Milwaukee Mayor, and Port Milwaukee Director Spotlight Significance of Great Lakes Maritime Industry

County Picks Site For New Courthouse

It won't be Milwaukee Public Museum site, leaving it available for redevelopment.

Milwaukee County Executive Statement on the Deaths and Shootings of the Minnesota Lawmakers

Grand Opening Held For New Coggs Building

County officials, community celebrate new human services building in King Park neighborhood.

Milwaukee County Celebrates Grand Opening of New Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center

The building honors the legacy of Marcia P. Coggs, a political trailblazer and human services champion, while ushering in a new era of human service access and delivery for Milwaukee County residents

Crowley Launches Small Business Grant Program, Announces First Winner

County providing funding for brick-and-mortar businesses.

Milwaukee County’s New “Building Bridges” Small Business Development Program Officially Approved

The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will provide grants and resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County

Milwaukee Leaders Slam Trump Administration’s Job Corps Cuts

Mayor, county executive call for restoration of Jobs Corps program.

How State Has Slashed Milwaukee County’s Funding

County would have gotten $1 billion more since 2003 if funding kept up with inflation.

County Executive David Crowley Celebrates Historic Economic Impact in Milwaukee’s Tourism Industry

Milwaukee County's tourism industry achieved unprecedented success in 2024, with total economic impact reaching $4.321 billion

Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain

Wisconsin has 25 AmeriCorps programs. 'Things are just very confusing.'

Board Will Vote on McGovern Park Senior Center With Housing

County officials say affordable housing plan only way to save senior center.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Maxwell Anderson Trial Verdict

Deep Thought Could Be Sold

County could have public auction for boat abandoned at the lakefront, then removed and now in a towing lot.

County Replaces July 3 Fireworks With a Drone Show

Private sponsors will pay for more 'inclusive' show with no explosions.

Preserve Our Parks Opposes Development in McGovern Park

Calls on Citizens to Contact Elected Representatives to Vote NO

In Solidarity with Yessenia Ruano: Milwaukee Community Stands with Beloved Teacher and Mother Forced to Self-Deport

With growing support from Milwaukee residents, leaders, and advocates, Yessenia’s departure has been delayed.

Acts Housing Nears $26.4 Million Fundraising Campaign Goal as Non-Profit Marks its 30th Anniversary

Launches Public Phase of Opening Doors Campaign Designed to Transform Local Housing Landscape and Expand Homeownership

Supervisor Jack Eckblad Applauds Partnership Between Milwaukee County and Red Cross in Holler Park Neighborhood

This partnership in Holler Park is helping neighbors house and care for neighbors from across Milwaukee County displaced by fire.

Massive Coalition Supporting County’s New Courthouse Project

More than 150 organizations, public and private sector leaders endorse project.

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