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Mayoral Race Will Likely Have Low Turnout

Historic race, yet many won’t vote, BLOC not endorsing a candidate.

Mar 21st, 2022

State’s Homicides Up 70% Since 2019

Two-year increase led by staggering rise in Milwaukee County homicides.

Mar 12th, 2022

Mt Pleasant Attorney Pushed Board to Extend Term Lengths

Watchdog group charges little public notice given, board faces referendum on issue.

Mar 9th, 2022

Wisconsin Companies Cut Russian Business Ties

War forces some companies to suspend operations in Ukraine.

Mar 4th, 2022

As Foxconn Fails, Mt. Pleasant Board Extends Term Lengths

Residents force referendum on whether board members should serve three, not two years.

Mar 1st, 2022

Tosa Election Recount After Uncounted Ballots Found

City clerk found 58 absentee ballots from Feb. 15 primary.

Feb 25th, 2022

The Fall and Rise of Bronzeville

A more than decade-long effort to restore neighborhood’s glory gaining momentum.

Feb 22nd, 2022

Potawatomi Casino Launching Sports Betting

Gov. Tony Evers signed an agreement Friday allowing sports betting.

Feb 18th, 2022

Johnson Calls on State To Help City

Acting mayor asks Legislature to use tax surplus to fund public safety efforts in city.

Feb 15th, 2022

Off-Duty Officer Shot in Third Ward

Detective shot several times while intervening in a robbery.

Jan 13th, 2022

Final Lawsuit Over Foxconn Eminent Domain Settled

Village of Mount Pleasant used eminent domain to obtain land for the development.

Jan 13th, 2022

Police Will Monitor City’s Covid Testing Sites

Overcrowding, aggressive behavior lead to request for police presence.

Jan 5th, 2022

Hospitals Overwhelmed By Unvaccinated Patients

As omicron surges in state, Advocate Aurora system struggles with staff shortages

Jan 4th, 2022

Group Pushes Evers to Oust John Chisholm

Led by activist Orville Seymer, group sends petition to governor bashing district attorney’s bail policies.

Dec 21st, 2021

Questions About Foxconn Project Consultant’s $336,000 Pay

Mount Pleasant has paid consulting group $1.2 million, with no job description or exact work records.

Dec 21st, 2021

Do 3,000 Homes in City Lack Plumbing?

City officials, others dispute study finding “plumbing poverty” affecting mostly minorities in Milwaukee.

Dec 14th, 2021

50% of State’s Working Women Considering Quitting Jobs

Top reason for leaving from respondents was "feeling undervalued in current role."

Dec 10th, 2021

Special Prosecutors Appointed in Case Against Joseph Mensah

Judge ruled there is probable cause former Tosa cop committed homicide with a dangerous weapon.

Dec 8th, 2021

DA Blames ‘Human Error’ for Waukesha Parade Attack Suspect’s Bail

An overworked ADA set the bail without access to the Waukesha suspect's risk assessment.

Dec 3rd, 2021

Gableman Reveals Staff in Election Probe

Nine staff earning up to $10,000 month in Republican-backed investigation.

Dec 1st, 2021

Medical Examiner Gives Graphic Testimony in Rittenhouse Trial

Detailing fatal injuries to victims of shootings.

Nov 9th, 2021

‘Thought I Was Going to Die,’ Grosskreutz Testifies

Only survivor of three men shot by Rittenhouse offers dramatic testimony in trial.

Nov 9th, 2021

Video Footage Stars in Rittenhouse Trial

Both sides use it to make their case. Shooting victim Gaige Grosskreutz will testify Monday.

Nov 6th, 2021

Milwaukee Youth Caught In Middle of Rising Violence

Police, government resources unable to break cycle of violence destroying lives.

Nov 5th, 2021

Rittenhouse Trial Offers Two Stories

Opening argument by prosecutor says Rittenhouse sought confrontation; opposing attorney calls it self defense.

Nov 2nd, 2021

Barrett Ambassador Confirmation Stalled in Senate

But candidates are still lining up to replace him. Seven have filed candidacy already.

Oct 20th, 2021

Lawsuit Argues Kenosha Police Helped Rittenhouse, Militia

Suit is filed by the survivor of Rittenhouse shooting.

Oct 15th, 2021

Class Action Lawsuit Targets Schools For Lax COVID-19 Policies

The lawsuit is backed by a liberal super PAC controlled by the owner of Minocqua Brewing.

Oct 10th, 2021

Officials Stand By Foxconn Project Despite Murky Future

The manufacturer announced it would build electric cars in Ohio last week.

Oct 7th, 2021

Rittenhouse Defense Wants Expert Witness To Argue Self Defense

Judge hearing the case considers allowing jury to hear testimony from a use of force expert.

Oct 5th, 2021

Council President Proposes New City Department of Transportation

Ald. Cavalier Johnson thinks the department could better address reckless driving.

Sep 23rd, 2021

MKE County

Mentoring Program Helps House of Correction Inmates

Reentry program pairs those leaving jail with community members with similar experiences.

Sep 21st, 2021

Kleefisch Tests Positive for COVID-19

Republican candidate for governor has campaigned unmasked and opposes vaccine mandates.

Sep 20th, 2021

State Has Troubling Maternal and Infant Racial Health Disparities

Health officials say systemic problems that cause worse outcomes for Black mothers and babies need to be addressed.

Sep 16th, 2021

Republicans Open Office on South Side

Party’s office on Lincoln Ave. to help court Hispanic votes for 2022 mid-term election.

Sep 15th, 2021

State Business Groups Oppose Vaccine Mandate

Biden order places “burden” on businesses, says leaders of WMC and MMAC.

Sep 12th, 2021

Milwaukee Facing Another Year of Record Homicides

With 127 murders so far, 2021 is on pace to be just as deadly last year.

Sep 10th, 2021

Milwaukee Arts Groups Announce Vaccine Requirement

Coalition of performing arts groups requiring COVID-19 vaccination proof or a negative test.

Sep 2nd, 2021

Republicans Again Attack Facebook-Funded Grants

Conservative groups sue Racine officials. Previous court rulings upheld grants to support elections.

Aug 29th, 2021

Investors Sue New Glarus Brewing

Accuse CEO of profitable company of withholding their share of the money.

Aug 24th, 2021

Local Entrepreneur Building North Side Homeownership

Reginald Reed plans to rehab 100 homes.

Aug 19th, 2021

Judge Finds Probable Cause Officer Mensah Committed Homicide

Ex-Wauwatosa cop Joseph Mensah fatally shot Jay Anderson Jr. In 2016.

Jul 28th, 2021

Kenosha Cop Who Killed Michael Bell Jr. Running for Sheriff

Albert Gonzales shot Bell, which resulted in $1.75 million wrongful death settlement.

Jul 28th, 2021

Children’s Wisconsin Gets $20 Million Donation

Yabuki Family Foundation’s donation is largest gift in Milwaukee health system’s history.

Jul 27th, 2021

Will Bucks Celebrations Hike COVID-19 Cases?

Health officials fear a spike could come. Half of county residents are not vaccinated.

Jul 25th, 2021

Health Department Begins Door to Door Vaccinations

City and volunteers targeting neighborhoods with lowest levels of vaccination.

Jul 8th, 2021

Transportation

“Last Mile” Program Connects Workers to Jobs

WEDC, Waukesha County and United Way fund pilot program connecting city workers to suburban jobs.

Jul 6th, 2021

Milwaukee Beach Ambassadors Hope to Prevent Drownings

Ambassadors try to educate beachgoers on water quality, flag warning systems and rip currents.

Jul 1st, 2021

Five Candidates Make Case For Beating Ron Johnson

Roundtable of Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate is first such event in campaign.

Jun 29th, 2021

Health Officials Slam Ron Johnson Event

Senator holds roundtable featuring small group of people who suffered side effects from vaccine.

Jun 29th, 2021

Morales Files Federal Lawsuit Against City

Ex-police chief, in mediation with city over circuit court order, opens second legal front.

Jun 16th, 2021

Republicans Slash Public Transit Funding for Milwaukee

50% cut for Milwaukee, Madison, but funding for I-94 expansion included in budget.

Jun 12th, 2021

City Agrees to Mediation With Morales

Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.

Jun 9th, 2021

Millennials Report Addresses City’s Brain Drain

Report makes recommendations to stem the steady annual loss of young professionals.

Jun 7th, 2021

Ron Johnson Undecided if He’ll Run in 2022

The senator also said "legitimate concerns" of election fraud in 2020 shouldn't be dismissed.

Jun 4th, 2021

Village Paid Foxconn Project Manager Nearly $1 Million

Private contractor billed Mount Pleasant for $973,750 and has just gotten a raise.

May 28th, 2021

People’s Revolution Marks One Year of Marches

Group’s members vow to continue pushing for change.

May 28th, 2021

Businesses Changing Mask Policies

As CDC ends mandate, some state companies asking employees to provide vaccination cards.

May 18th, 2021

Bill Would Limit Police Chokeholds

But not a total ban. Bipartisan legislation supported by Sen. Lena Taylor.

May 11th, 2021

Judge Rules Acevedo Video Can Be Released

Footage shows choking, death of Joel Acevedo. Officer Michael Mattioli charged with reckless homicide.

May 5th, 2021

State Tourism Business Down 30% in 2020

Due to pandemic. Officials hopeful about rebound in spending in 2021.

May 5th, 2021

Tosa Police Chief Testifies About Mensah

In John Doe hearing Weber defends former officer's killing of Jay Anderson, Jr.

May 4th, 2021

Body Cameras Key To Charges Against Police

Wisconsin families who've lost loved ones hope body camera footage can lead to justice.

May 4th, 2021

Foxconn Deal Doesn’t Reduce Local Government Risk

Mount Pleasant and Racine County face big debt burden from upfront costs.

May 3rd, 2021

Suit By Morales Demands His Job Back

His attorney Frank Gimbel has made no progress with city negotiating financial settlement.

Apr 28th, 2021

MKE County

County Facilities To Ban Single-Use Plastics

Phasing out out non-biodegradable products from county facilities and parks by next year.

Apr 27th, 2021

Milwaukee Leaders Warn of Dire Consequences Without Additional State Aid

Local government in Milwaukee will soon run out of local revenue for things like parks and public transportation.

Apr 22nd, 2021

Asian Milwaukeeans Discuss Anti-Asian Racism

A recent report found anti-Asian hate crimes up 150% in 15 major American cities.

Apr 2nd, 2021

Vaccines For Age 16 and Up Coming Before May 1

Broad rollout of vaccine eligibility will be moved up sooner says top state health official.

Mar 29th, 2021

Brewers Organization Optimistic for 2021 After Reopening

American Family Field is open to fans at 25% capacity.

Mar 26th, 2021

Jacob Blake Sues Kenosha Officer Who Shot Him

Blake files federal civil lawsuit after the Kenosha District Attorney declined to charge officer Rusten Sheskey.

Mar 26th, 2021

State’s Incarcerated Population Drops During Pandemic

Prisons and jails have more than one-third fewer inmates.

Mar 25th, 2021

Tosa Police Chief Will Testify in New Mensah Case

Jay Anderson's family asks judge to independently file charges.

Mar 25th, 2021

Racial Bias Found in Pot Prosecutions

Black Wisconsinites 4.3% more likely to be prosecuted for pot possession, new study finds.

Mar 22nd, 2021

COVID-19 Testing Still Needed, Experts Warn

As cases decline in Wisconsin, testing drops drastically. That's a mistake some warn.

Mar 22nd, 2021

Victims in Roundy’s Warehouse Shooting Identified

Police continue to investigate the workplace shooting.

Mar 18th, 2021

Stimulus Bill Provides Major Funding to Local Governments

Bill will funnel millions into local services, housing assistance, health care, childcare tax credits and unemployment.

Mar 12th, 2021

As Vaccinations Rise, Normal Life Slowly Returns

Cases continue to drop and museums, sporting events and small concerts are beginning to return.

Mar 11th, 2021

Rittenhouse Trial Pushed to November

Case postponed for 18-year-old charged with killing two people at Kenosha protests.

Mar 10th, 2021

Lawsuit Against Foxconn Dropped

Plaintiffs attorney withdraws suit, due to new information discovered, while preserving right to re-file case.

Mar 8th, 2021

City Will Conduct Mental Health Survey

Seeking information about impact of pandemic on residents.

Mar 8th, 2021

Hintz Doubts Foxconn Electric Car Project

Foxconn's partnership with Fisker Inc. the latest in long list of failures.

Mar 2nd, 2021

A Medication Rescue for Opioid Overdoses

With overdoses at record highs, state-wide program provides Naloxone as a rescue drug.

Feb 22nd, 2021

Evers Pushes Juvenile Justice System Changes

Sweeping reforms would close youth prisons and end Serious Juvenile Offender Program.

Feb 18th, 2021

Biden Sells Pandemic Plan in Town Hall

Milwaukee chosen for his first official visit as president.

Feb 17th, 2021

Judge Denies New Arrest Warrant For Rittenhouse

Accused of killing two people and injuring a third, he is scheduled to go to trial in March.

Feb 11th, 2021

Suburban Mayors Push State on Vaccine Numbers

Complaints of too few doses supplied and not enough information.

Feb 10th, 2021

Activists Demand Police Firings But Mayors Can’t

Barrett, McBride lament lack of control over police chief. Law insulates police from elected officials.

Feb 8th, 2021

Foxconn Sued for Breach of Contract

Real estate developer seeking nearly $400 million on behalf of taxpayers.

Feb 4th, 2021

City Vaccination Program Delayed by Old Computer System

Health Department interim commissioner points to long term underfunding, deluge of work during pandemic.

Jan 29th, 2021

Pandemic Has Slowed Court Cases

Many in jail awaiting trial charged with homicides, sexual assault and lesser felonies.

Jan 25th, 2021

Que El-Amin Is Growing City’s Affordable Housing

The developer and Milwaukee native prioritizes affordable housing in his buildings.

Jan 21st, 2021

Prosecutors Want Court to Ban Rittenhouse from Bars

They also asked the court to order him not to associate with white supremacists.

Jan 14th, 2021

Waukesha Mayor Leaves Republican Party

After the events at the U.S. Capitol, Mayor Shawn Reilly is "ashamed" of the party.

Jan 7th, 2021

Body Cameras Would Have Helped Jacob Blake Shooting Investigation

District Attorney Michael Graveley said Kenosha Police need body cameras.

Jan 7th, 2021

Kenosha DA Won’t Charge Cops in Blake Shooting

Jacob Blake's family, supporters have called for peaceful protests.

Jan 5th, 2021

Pharmacist Arrested For Intentionally Ruining 500 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses

57 people received spoiled vaccinations.

Dec 31st, 2020

Morales Prepared to File Federal Lawsuit

Ousted Milwaukee police chief seeks damages, potential return to his position.

Dec 21st, 2020

Wisconsin Inmate Wins Suit For Sex Reassignment Surgery

Judge says the public interest lies in "alleviating needless suffering by those who are dependent on the government for their care."

Dec 17th, 2020

Advocate Aurora Health Preparing to Vaccinate Staff Next Week

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine being reviewed for emergency use today.

Dec 10th, 2020

Audit Says Foxconn Loophole Needs a Fix

WEDC wrongly allows tax credits to be awarded for work done outside state, Legislative Audit Bureau says.

Dec 9th, 2020

Kenosha County Pfizer Facility To Supply Vaccines

Company’s facility in Pleasant Prairie may distribute vaccines to western U.S.

Dec 9th, 2020

Lawsuit Challenges State’s Abortion Law

Planned Parenthood challenges three Wisconsin abortion restrictions in federal court.

Dec 8th, 2020

Pabst Brewery Leaving Milwaukee. Again

Captain Pabst Pilot House closing, associated brewing operations moving to San Antonio.

Dec 1st, 2020

Pandemic Slams State’s Hotels

Marcus Corp. lays off hundreds. 47% of hotels could close within six months, survey finds.

Nov 30th, 2020

Mensah Drove 110 MPH in High-Speed Chase

Records show Wauwatosa cop involved in three shootings disciplined for car crashes.

Nov 23rd, 2020

Polls Missed on Trump Voters, Franklin Says

MU Law School pollster says Trump voters distrust and didn’t respond to polls.

Nov 9th, 2020

Trump Courts Kenosha Again

The country "is very well united,” he tells large crowd at Kenosha regional airport.

Nov 3rd, 2020

Wauwatosa Struggles With History of Racism

As the city grapples with policing, racial injustice looms over the conversation.

Oct 29th, 2020

Mayors of 5 Largest Cities Issue Voting Challenge

Barrett, four other mayors in state will compete for who gets most early and absentee ballots.

Oct 27th, 2020

Will Foxconn Pay Taxes Pledged to Racine County?

If company doesn’t the state may have to bail out local taxpayers.

Oct 24th, 2020

Pence Touts Trump, Blasts Mayor Barrett

His speech in Waukesha calls it “Trump country.” Attendees not socially distanced.

Oct 14th, 2020

Search for Police Chief Goes National

5 of 6 candidates from outside Milwaukee. FPC to decide by December. Barrett will weigh in.

Oct 5th, 2020

COVID Controversy At Suburban Post Office

South Milwaukee USPS employee tested positive but other mail carriers not being tested.

Oct 3rd, 2020

7 People Shot Outside Funeral Home

All are in stable condition. Police are searching for unknown suspect.

Oct 1st, 2020

Jill Biden Promises More United Country

Former Second Lady makes campaign stops in Madison, Waukesha County.

Sep 29th, 2020

City On Pace to Break Homicide Record

138 homicides in Milwaukee, compared to 66 at this time last year.

Sep 28th, 2020

Milwaukee Fire Chief Retires

Rohlfing criticized for how he handled black doll hung by its neck in station break room.

Sep 26th, 2020

Pence Says Trump Will Nominate RBG Replacement Saturday

The vice president announced this during a campaign tour of Wisconsin.

Sep 24th, 2020

Biden In Manitowoc Rips Trump on Pandemic

As cases surge in state, Democratic presidential candidate assails Trump’s handling of COVID-19.

Sep 22nd, 2020

AG Decision on Blake Shooting Coming Up

Kaul could release a charging recommendation next week.

Sep 17th, 2020

Firefighter Who Hung Black Doll Not Racist?

So says Fire Chief. Council members grill him. FPC will review case.

Sep 16th, 2020

Officer Accused Of Reckless Homicide Resigns

Michael Mattioli pleaded not guilty yesterday in death of Joel Acevedo and has resigned from police department.

Sep 9th, 2020

Thousands March With Blake Family in Kenosha

Lt. Governor Barnes, Rep. Gwen Moore join march for justice one week after Jacob Blake shot seven times by officer.

Aug 31st, 2020

Will Restaurants Survive the Winter?

Outdoor dining has been a lifeline during the pandemic.

Aug 21st, 2020

Virtual DNC Dims City’s Moment in the Sun

Lost chance to show Milwaukee can compete with the bigger cities.

Aug 17th, 2020

Don’t Patronize City’s Bars, Restaurants, DNC Says

DNC organizers ask convention goers to sign pledge to avoid establishments where social distancing isn’t possible.

Aug 12th, 2020

Suspended Tosa Police Officer Reportedly Assaulted By Protesters

Officer Joseph Mensah's home was vandalized a large group of people says Wauwatosa PD

Aug 9th, 2020

Community Trust in Police Is Broken

Activists say police profiling and violence in communities of color must stop.

Aug 6th, 2020

Waukesha County Seeing Spike in COVID-19

Sheriff says he won't enforce the mask mandate.

Aug 4th, 2020

Ald. Coggs Wants To Increase Internet Access

Remote work and education has made internet access a necessity.

Jul 24th, 2020

State Law Allows Suspended Cops on Payroll

Sometimes for years. Grothman supported 2007 bill to add restrictions, which didn’t pass.

Jul 20th, 2020

Potawatomi Laying Off 1,600

The hotel and casino is struggling in the hard hit tourism industry.

Jul 17th, 2020

Child Care Providers Question Mask Mandate for Kids

The city's new ordinance applies to children three and up.

Jul 17th, 2020

Tosa Officer That Killed Three People Suspended

Wauwatosa's Police and Fire Commission suspends officer Joseph Mensah.

Jul 16th, 2020

Officer Accused of Assaulting Protester

Milwaukee Police investigating off-duty officer who allegedly assaulted woman taking pictures.

Jul 6th, 2020

County Spending $10 Million to Prevent Evictions

Evictions up 44% since May. Both Milwaukee and Dane counties using federal funds to fight this.

Jun 24th, 2020

Foxconn Will Make 10K Ventilators

Partnering with Medtronic, they will be manufactured at Mount Pleasant site.

Jun 19th, 2020

Homicides Way Up In County This Year

Up from 47 to 80 at this time last year, with most (73) in the city.

Jun 16th, 2020

Mayor Questions Police Use of Force In Protests

No rubber bullets, limit tear gas, Barrett says.

Jun 6th, 2020

Community Leaders List Changes Protestors Want

Demands push for more racial equity, major changes in state, local and police policies.

Jun 2nd, 2020

Rainey Seeks Extension of Eviction Moratorium

Ald. Rainey is worried the state's rental assistance won't be enough.

May 29th, 2020

Illinois Patrons Flock to State’s Bars, Restaurants

Kenosha County, where COVID-19 cases rising, gets in-flow from northern Illinois.

May 19th, 2020

For Now, Milwaukee Must ‘Learn To Live With’ COVID-19

Local officials dealing with the pandemic look back on past two months of COVID-19.

May 7th, 2020

DMV Waives Road Tests For Eligible Teens

During pandemic eligible teen drivers can get driver's license without passing a road test.

May 5th, 2020

State Businesses Get $9.7 Billion in Loans

Two rounds of federal Paycheck Protection Program gave loans to 40,000 and then 30,000 businesses.

May 4th, 2020

Wisconsin Manufacturing in Decline During Pandemic

In a survey, three quarters of the industry reported business was down.

May 2nd, 2020

OSHA Supervising Re-Opening of Meat Packing Plants

COVID-19 infection rate in Green Bay is skyrocketing.

Apr 30th, 2020

Half of State’s Restaurants Shut Down

Many may never return. Even for those doing carryout, business down by 50%.

Apr 28th, 2020

Some Sheriffs, Police Question Evers’ Shutdown

"For those not afraid of the Devil,” says one police chief, social distancing may not be needed.

Apr 21st, 2020

Smithfield’s Cudahy Meat Packing Plant Closed

28 workers there have COVID-19 and nearly 300 at company’s South Dakota plant.

Apr 18th, 2020

Federal Lawsuit Challenges April Election

Alleges voters were disenfranchised, seeks re-vote for them.

Apr 13th, 2020

Foxconn Says It Earned Tax Credits

But state officials challenged Foxconn's eligibility in 2019, will review employment claims.

Apr 9th, 2020

Biden Says Convention May Be Postponed

Milwaukee DNC could attract 50,000 people in July, safer to move date back, he says.

Apr 1st, 2020

Eight COVID-19 Deaths in Milwaukee’s African American Community

In the City of Milwaukee, the African-American community is facing a crisis.

Mar 27th, 2020

State Better Positioned Today for Downturn

Report finds Wisconsin in better financial shape than it was prior to Great Recession.

Mar 24th, 2020

State’s Day Care Centers Still Open

Top state health official says need to keep centers open outweighs medical reasons to close.

Mar 18th, 2020

Both Parties Court City’s Black Voters

After low Milwaukee turnout in 2016 presidential election, both parties seeking support of black voters.

Mar 16th, 2020

Milwaukee Preparing for COVID-19 Outbreak

Local officials, healthcare providers are discussing, readying the city's capacity to treat those infected by Coronavirus.

Mar 13th, 2020

Supreme Court Candidates Spar Over Integrity

Karofsky went after Kelly for the partisanship of his campaign and the state's high court at a debate Thursday.

Mar 13th, 2020

Coronavirus Likely to Hit Milwaukee, Officials Say

Health Department officials are planning for response to outbreak.

Mar 6th, 2020

As Molson Coors Restarts, Company Looks at Culture

Not all employees are back, company still dealing with emotional toll of the shooting.

Mar 6th, 2020

Black Women Business Owners Seek Success

Sherman Phoenix business incubator helps them overcome obstacles in challenging city for black women.

Mar 3rd, 2020

Harley-Davidson CEO Steps Down

“Time for new leadership,” says company, which is struggling to attract younger riders.

Feb 29th, 2020

State’s Second Largest Solar Farm Planned

Massive 200 megawatt solar project in Kenosha County would power 55,000 homes per year.

Feb 27th, 2020

Evers Vetoes GOP Income Tax Cut

Voters would prefer his plan to fund schools and lower property taxes, governor declares.

Feb 26th, 2020

City’s African American Auto Deaths Soar

Up by 93% in five years, report finds. Statistic is “shocking,” says Ald. Murphy

Feb 24th, 2020

Milwaukee Republican Field Office Vandalized

State GOP says they're not leaving.

Feb 20th, 2020

GOP Opens First Milwaukee Field Office

State Republican party is looking to expand outreach to African-American voters.

Feb 8th, 2020

MKE County

County Increases Spending on Voter Registration, Education

Residents on purge list will get notified, public information campaign will be launched.

Feb 7th, 2020

‘When, Not If’ Medical Marijuana Is Legalized

Lawmakers of both parties privately agree it will be legalized, legislator tells Milwaukee Press Club.

Feb 4th, 2020

‘Fair Deal’ Sales Tax Referendum Blocked From April Ballot

But there's still a chance for the November ballot.

Jan 30th, 2020

Foxconn’s Tax Credits Lower Than Budgeted?

Could mean state has $150 million to spend in current budget that won’t go to Foxconn.

Jan 25th, 2020

40 Wendy’s, Fazzoli’s Restaurants Violated Law

US Department Of Labor issues fines for violating child labor law in Wisconsin, 8 other states.

Jan 21st, 2020

DNC Chair Talks Healthcare in Milwaukee

Chair Tom Perez is touring 2020 battle ground states discussing health care.

Jan 17th, 2020

Foxconn Hasn’t Created Innovation Centers

Hasn’t fulfilled promise of 1,200 jobs and new centers in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Madison.

Jan 14th, 2020

Judge Holds Election Commissioners in Contempt

Will be fined $250 per day until they approve purge 209,000 names from voting list.

Jan 13th, 2020

Foxconn Scraps $5 Billion Plant in India

Manufacturing plant was supposed to make mobile phones and components.

Jan 10th, 2020

Cities Search for Road Salt Alternatives

Over past decade communities in Milwaukee County have used 700,000 tons of salt.

Jan 8th, 2020

Police Seek Bay View Hit-and-Run Driver

Manuel Salazar-Gutierrez of La Crosse charged with second-degree reckless homicide.

Jan 7th, 2020

State Residents Cross Border for Legal Pot

Hundreds of Wisconsin buyers heading to Illinois now that it has legalized marijuana.

Jan 3rd, 2020

Gun Rights Group Seeks 1 Million Members

West Bend-based concealed carry group competes with NRA but stresses family protection.

Dec 23rd, 2019

Convention Center Moves Forward

District board hires Atlanta-based architectural firm for $300 million project.

Dec 20th, 2019

Audit Calls for Scrutiny of Foxconn

Require CPA to verify all tax credits go for work done in Wisconsin, state audit suggests.

Dec 18th, 2019

Foxconn Says it Can’t Find Workers

Can’t attract talent, company says, throwing more doubt on state-subsidized deal.

Dec 17th, 2019

Foxconn Can’t Get Tax Credits, State Says

Switch from Gen 10.5 plant to Gen 6 plant makes it ineligible under contract, company is told.

Dec 13th, 2019

12% of Students Feel Unsafe in School

And 5% of state teens now carry a weapon to school, study finds.

Dec 5th, 2019

Walker Says Kleefisch Would Be ‘Great Governor’

“I think she would win.” And compares recall he won to impeachment fight.

Dec 4th, 2019

Public Museum Offers Calming Room

Helps visitors overwhelmed by sensory-rich displays.

Dec 2nd, 2019

New MillerCoors Jobs Coming by June

But company, state vague on details, number of jobs to move from Denver.

Nov 25th, 2019

Foxconn Deal Could Hurt Economic Growth

Study finds targeted subsidies more likely to diminish rather than enhance state’s economic prosperity.

Nov 25th, 2019

City’s Millennial “Brain Drain” Raises Concerns

State reports shows Milwaukee has problem. Alderman proposes task force to find solutions.

Nov 18th, 2019

Health Outcomes for City Children ‘Abysmal’

Policy experts say health care in the city and state remains a crucial issue.

Nov 15th, 2019

Security Will Be Tight At DNC

City officials working with Secret Service, security a primary concern.

Nov 14th, 2019

Man Charged With Hate Crime In Acid Attack

Clifton Blackwell accused of attack on Hispanic man, case has gotten national attention.

Nov 6th, 2019

Mayor, Officials Denounce Acid Attack

Barrett says Trump’s rhetoric has fed anger leading to such attacks.

Nov 4th, 2019

MKE County

Safe Houses for Domestic Violence Victims Proposed

87% of victims request housing help. Proposal budgets $100,000 for temporary housing.

Nov 4th, 2019

Where the Gun Shot Victims Go

Froedtert Hospital treats 90 percent of city’s gun-related injuries, passed 320 this year.

Nov 4th, 2019

Sen. Johnson Says Trump Not Guilty

President shouldn’t be impeached, says Johnson, who won’t recuse himself despite his Ukraine involvement.

Oct 31st, 2019

City Asks Evers’ Help on Reckless Driving

Mayor Barrett, council ask governor for funding or more state troopers to combat problem.

Oct 29th, 2019

Airport Prepares for 2020 Convention

New restaurants, shops, marketing planned in time for Democratic National Convention.

Oct 28th, 2019

Foxconn Innovation Centers Are On Hold

Hundreds of jobs were to be created at centers in four different cities. Little has happened.

Oct 23rd, 2019

Barrett Offers City for G-7 Summit

Urges President Trump to host 2020 meeting of leading industrial nations in Milwaukee.

Oct 22nd, 2019

Lead Exposure Linked to Gun Violence

UWM study finds kids exposed to lead are more likely to later commit gun violence.

Oct 21st, 2019

Milwaukee Becoming a Cruise Ship Destination

Milwaukee is an increasingly important port of call for cruising on the Great Lakes, visits to city up 100 percent this year.

Oct 9th, 2019

Convention Hosts Tell Milwaukee To Play The Long Game

Cleveland and Philadelphia experienced long-term economic impacts following national conventions.

Oct 6th, 2019

Police Chief Touts Successes

City's homicide and non-fatal shootings are down, but chief faces reappointment with rumors swirling that he might not be retained.

Oct 3rd, 2019

Bill Would Eliminate 6-Month Waiting Period To Remarry After Divorce

Bill has bipartisan support, but is opposed by the Wisconsin Family Council.

Oct 1st, 2019

County Ends Vendor’s Contract Due to Actions at Border

Southwest Key's immigrant detention centers for unaccompanied minors cause termination.

Sep 27th, 2019

Business, Property Owners Discuss How To Benefit From DNC

50,000 people expected to pour into Milwaukee during the DNC.

Sep 24th, 2019

2 Police Brutality Settlements Before the City

Council could approve $260,000 in settlements Tuesday.

Sep 23rd, 2019

Carthage College Slashing Tuition by 30%

To reduce “sticker shock,” Kenosha college will cut tuition from $45,100 to $31,500.

Sep 18th, 2019

Betsy DeVos Comes to Town

U.S. Education Secretary visits St. Marcus Lutheran School, promotes $5 billion federal plan for private schools.

Sep 17th, 2019

City Tops in TIF Money for Streetcar

State tax system forced Milwaukee’s dependence on TIF, WPF report finds.

Sep 13th, 2019

Foxconn Changes Plans In One Day

Announces fancy nine-story dome it will build, then switches to one-story warehouse-like building.

Sep 13th, 2019

Homeowners Near Foxconn Say They Were Misled

Now their homes are gone for road widenings that never happened.

Sep 3rd, 2019

Abele Urges Bus Drivers to Settle Contract

Union and county transit system have been in contract fight for 18 months.

Aug 30th, 2019

Kathy’s House Seeks to Double Capacity

Sanctuary for cancer patients near Regional Medical Center hopes to raise $12 million.

Aug 28th, 2019

DNC Official Downplays Illinois Hotels

5,000 hotel rooms a small part of 50,000 people coming to convention, Lasry notes.

Aug 26th, 2019

Airport Requests $25.5 Million for Upgrade

Expanded international terminal could draw more flights, passengers.

Aug 23rd, 2019

Public Museum Could Lose Accreditation

MPM asking county for funding to fix leaky roof, air conditioning system.

Aug 22nd, 2019

Foxconn Goes Vertical in Mount Pleasant

Installing the first of more than 400 precast panels, weighing up to 75,000 pounds each.

Aug 20th, 2019

Startup Scene Growing One App at a Time

Former UWM student creates music industry social networking app.

Aug 8th, 2019

We Energies, MGE Investing $195 Million In Solar

Utilities filed joint application to own remaining power in Badger Hollow Solar Farm near Dodgeville.

Aug 5th, 2019

Task Force Wants Local Green New Deal

A joint City-County task force will tackle climate change and economic inequality.

Jul 26th, 2019

Transportation

Evers Touts $75 Million Local Grants Fund

Competitive grants for local transportation replace state roads fund, includes mass transit.

Jul 18th, 2019

County Proposal Replaces Youth Prison

Tells state it can renovate county Juvenile Justice Center to house children now in state prisons.

Jul 18th, 2019

Evers Says Foxconn Won’t Meet Jobs Goals

Governor tells CNBC the company will likely hire 1500 employees, not 1800.

Jul 9th, 2019

How Healthy Are State’s Lakes?

E coli advisory closed South Shore Beach on July 4th. Dozens of beaches with issues since 2013.

Jul 9th, 2019

Milwaukee Protests Immigrant Detention Centers

“Close the Camps” protests also held in Brookfield, Oshkosh, De Pere and Viroqua.

Jul 3rd, 2019

New Milwaukee-to-Green Bay Bus Begun

Amtrak replaces shuttered Greyhound service, with two daily round-trip buses.

Jul 2nd, 2019

Foxconn Delaying Mount Pleasant Plant?

WEDC says company moving back completion of promised plant to early 2021.

Jun 28th, 2019

Bill Allows Red Light Cameras in City

Legislation would give Milwaukee Police another tool to combat speeding, reckless driving.

Jun 25th, 2019

Will Schools End Alternative Lunches?

Cudahy School board may change policy. Bill in state Legislature would end “lunch shaming”.

Jun 19th, 2019

Public Museum Narrows New Location Search

4 sites all in Downtown. Marcus Center’s campus under consideration.

Jun 13th, 2019

Funds Approved For Rail Line to Chicago

Budget committee approves $35 million to expand Hiawatha, but Illinois DOT still has proposal on hold.

Jun 11th, 2019

Milwaukee 3rd Worst for Black Homeowners

Milwaukee's African American home ownership rate is 3rd worst, only Memphis, New Orleans rank lower

Jun 7th, 2019

Sen. Johnson Supports Mexico Tariffs

And he’s considering running for governor or a third term for senator in 2022.

Jun 2nd, 2019

UWM Grapples with Hate Speech

Swastika symbol, “gas the Jews” comment by student causes outrage, but free speech at issue.

May 21st, 2019

County Launches Investigation Into Former Register Of Deeds

John La Fave retired after his office was raided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

May 19th, 2019

Did Ex-Cudahy Mayor Commit Forgery?

DOJ investigating long-time mayor John Hohenfeldt for possible felony.

May 15th, 2019

High Tolerance

Why Legislators Want Tougher Drunk Driving Law

Wisconsin is the only state that doesn't criminalize drunk driving on the first offense.

May 13th, 2019

Medical College Looking at Racial Disparity in Cancer Deaths

Black residents get cancer 22.2% more often than white residents in Wisconsin.

May 6th, 2019

Milwaukee Police Target Speeding

Vehicle crashes, hit-and-runs spiking, police working with state patrol to clamp down.

May 2nd, 2019

Evers Says He Has Clarity on Foxconn

Governor also blasts Republican rhetoric on abortion as “blasphemy.”

May 1st, 2019

City May Expand Residency Incentives

Proposal would extend incentives to police and fire fighters.

Apr 30th, 2019

We Energies Quits Pro-Coal Lobbying Group

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

Apr 27th, 2019

Perez Sees Regional Impact For DNC Convention

Milwaukee’s 2020 convention will give Democratic Party springboard to organize Midwest.

Apr 24th, 2019

MU Faculty, Grad Students Demand a Union

SEIU says Marquette’s non-tenured workers need higher wages, health care.

Apr 13th, 2019

Can City Combat Food Deserts?

City panel hears report on many residents living far from full-service grocery store, but takes no action.

Apr 10th, 2019

Zoo Opening New Elephant Exhibit

Bigger exhibit with better care of African elephants will open in May.

Apr 9th, 2019

New Program Combats City’s Gun Violence

City Health Department, hospitals team up to treat gun violence as public health problem.

Apr 5th, 2019

City’s Violent Crime Down in 2019

First quarter of year shows murders, non-fatal shootings, carjackings down.

Apr 3rd, 2019

County Submits Youth Prison Proposal

Asks state for $41.4 million to build secure residential center for youth now at Lincoln Hills.

Mar 30th, 2019

Port Milwaukee Sees Overseas Growth

Last year, port had 43 international visits, up 25 percent from 2017.

Mar 26th, 2019

MillerCoors Sues Over Corn Syrup Ads

Company claims Anheuser-Busch commercials mislead, calling it “fear mongering.”

Mar 22nd, 2019

New Effort Provides Doulas to 100 Women

County funding of $52,000 would provide doulas to help pregnant women in 53206 ZIP code.

Mar 20th, 2019

Bill Targets Illicit Massage Parlors

Helps municipalities close them down. Another bill imposes fine for soliciting prostitutes.

Mar 18th, 2019

Cross Champions New UWM Chemistry Building

Building outmoded, UW System president says. Evers also backs $130 million project.

Mar 15th, 2019

Task Force Says Dump the Domes

Report commissioned by Milwaukee Public Museum and Mitchell Park Domes recommends demolition.

Mar 13th, 2019

Budget Expands Rail Service to Chicago

Money would be leveraged with federal grant to expand Hiawatha from 7 to 10 daily roundtrips.

Mar 9th, 2019

Evers Budget Overlooks Convention Center

Wisconsin Center District plans downtown expansion by 2020, still hopes for state funding.

Mar 8th, 2019

Hagedorn Says He’ll Keep Politics Off Bench

High court candidate has faced weeks of controversy for writings on gays, abortion.

Mar 7th, 2019

Sheriff Won’t Work With Federal Immigration

Lucas changes policy, won’t give information to ICE about people detained in the jail.

Mar 4th, 2019

Foxconn Insider Says Project Globally Unique

"We’re not building a supply chain, we’re curating an ecosystem.”

Feb 22nd, 2019

Evers Wants to Re-Examine Business Incentives

And bring back scientists to the DNR.

Feb 20th, 2019

South Suburbs Consider Merging Fire, Police

Franklin, Greenfield will have discussions. Will others join talks?

Feb 19th, 2019

Sup. Shea Condemns We Energies’ Pollution

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

Feb 18th, 2019

Beto O’Rourke Visits Milwaukee

Potential 2020 presidential candidate campaigns at MATC on national tour of college campuses.

Feb 16th, 2019

Neighbor and Employer Remembers Slain Cop

“Matt was a happy guy. This whole situation is heart breaking.”

Feb 12th, 2019

MPD Releases Name, Details About Slain Officer

Matthew Rittner is third officer killed in line of duty in last eight months.

Feb 7th, 2019

Foxconn No Longer Needs Lake Michigan Water?

Environmentalists say company doesn’t need permit to withdraw 7 million gallons per day.

Feb 1st, 2019

Cities Changing Sex Offender Residency Rules

Milwaukee, Brookfield, West Allis, others expanding areas where offenders can live.

Jan 29th, 2019

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