UWM Gets a Gold Rating for Being Green
UW-Milwaukee scored well on a widely used sustainability scorecard.
Mar 6th, 2020
Health Experts Address Coronavirus Fears
UWM School of Public Health hosted a forum, and local experts remain optimistic while planning for a worst-case scenario
Feb 27th, 2020
What Is the Future of Big Tech?
Big Tech's fast-paced expansion and monopolization remade the world, but what comes next?
Feb 7th, 2020
Film Captures Local Islamic Athletes
Documentary ‘We Are Powerful’ focuses on female cross county runners at Salam high school.
Dec 9th, 2019
Why Marathon Machines Moved Here
After years in Silicon Valley, Glenn Reid brought his innovative startup business to Milwaukee.
Nov 15th, 2019
Can The Midwest Be An Innovator?
Or are places like Milwaukee too humble to succeed? Expert panel discusses region’s potential.
Nov 13th, 2019
Tom Steyer Comes to Town
That would be the billionaire investor running for president who calls Trump “a fake businessman.”
Nov 8th, 2019
Bradley Foundation’s Leader Defends the Group
Rick Graber talks “on the issues” with Mike Gousha.
Oct 18th, 2019
Human Trafficking Plagues “All 72 Counties”
Speakers at a weekend forum say cases being reported in urban, suburban and rural areas.
Sep 16th, 2019
DNC Emphasizing Security, Inclusivity for 2020 Convention
CEO of next year’s 2020 committee says he wants the world to see Milwaukee as locals do.
Jun 20th, 2019
Collaboration Key to Innovation in Milwaukee
Panelists at the startup-themed 5 Lakes Forum said the Great Lakes region has a lot going for it.
May 17th, 2019
More Gender Diversity in Workplace Needed?
Panelists at State Bar conference say some — but not enough —progress has been made.
Apr 30th, 2019
Future of Lake Michigan Gets Discussion
Experts say progress has been made protecting Great Lakes, but not enough.
Apr 8th, 2019
Can We Build Smarter Cities?
Experts discuss how the “smart city” movement could change cities in Wisconsin.
Mar 8th, 2019
County Officials Offer Antidote to Youth Prisons
Won’t be “a prison,” they say, promising humane alternative to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake.
Feb 14th, 2019
Reggie Moore’s ‘Blueprint for Peace’
Head of Milwaukee’s Office of Violence Prevention talks trauma with journalist Mike Gousha.
Feb 7th, 2019
Can Opportunity Zones Help State Economy?
Federal program could help development in challenged areas of Milwaukee and state.
Jan 14th, 2019
City Must Embrace Change, Tech Expert Says
Silicon Valley journalist Kara Swisher spoke at Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Economic Forum 2018
Oct 31st, 2018
Revitalizing Milwaukee’s Neighborhoods
It’s all about relationship building, local entrepreneurs say
Oct 18th, 2018
Philly Expert Tells How to Boost Startup Firms
Philadelphia transformed its culture with support from whole community and its “anchor institutions.”
Aug 22nd, 2018
‘Evicted’ Author Offers Solutions to Problem
Princeton University Prof. Matthew Desmond gives speech here, criticizes state laws.
May 18th, 2018
Amid Dust-up We Energies Apologizes
We Energies executives sit in the hot seat as residents complain about finding coal dust in their neighborhood.
Apr 6th, 2018
We Energies Polluting Oak Creek?
Data shows coal dust covering homes. Residents, environmentalists raise alarm.
Mar 16th, 2018
John Chisholm On the Hot Seat
DA addresses police-community relations, death penalty, other questions in Q&A at MATC.
Mar 6th, 2018
Ed Flynn Looks Back — And Ahead
The Common Council, he says, was a “little like middle school.”
Feb 9th, 2018
WEDC Gives $500,000 To Entrepreneur Groups
Milwaukee-based BizStarts and BrightStar are two of the state grant winners.
Jan 24th, 2018
Ryan Lauds New Tax Plan
House Speaker says Republicans have created one of best tax codes in the world.
Jan 15th, 2018
School Board Approves Carmen’s Rental Rate
Teachers union contends sweetheart rate charged; MPS officials deny this.
Jan 10th, 2018
How North Point Lighthouse Fights Pollution
Working with MMSD to reduce polluted runoff, keep the beach and lake clean.
Nov 27th, 2017
Voters’ Rights Are In Peril, Experts Say
Voter ID, roadblocks to voting discussed by panel at MU event.
Nov 24th, 2017
Measuring How Polarized We Are
That’s what Craig Gilbert is doing, as he discusses with Mike Gousha.
Nov 21st, 2017
How Hispanics Are Changing Milwaukee
Head of UCC says fastest growing demographic group will help shape Milwaukee’s future.
Nov 14th, 2017
Entrepreneurs Optimistic About Startup Scene
Yes, Milwaukee ranks low in national surveys, but panelists say city is changing.
Nov 7th, 2017
Dem Lawmakers Push To Legalize Medical Marijuana
State Sen. Jon Erpenbach and Rep. Chris Taylor tour state to discuss medical marijuana.
Nov 2nd, 2017
School Sisters Going Solar
Congregation installing panels at their Sacred Heart building on South Side.
Oct 31st, 2017
Opioid Crisis Still Growing
Are there solutions? Panel of experts share views on epidemic of overdoses, deaths.
Oct 30th, 2017
Barrett and Farrow Call For Cooperation
Mayor and Waukesha County Executive share vision for region’s future at Marquette conference.
Oct 25th, 2017
Bucks Leader Sees Huge Potential for Milwaukee
In interview, Alex Lasry says he sees “groundswell of change” in Milwaukee.
Oct 20th, 2017
Judges At MU Panel Demand Recusal Rules
Common Cause and judges at town hall meeting say state’s judicial system must be reformed.
Oct 13th, 2017
Sykes On ‘How The Right Lost Its Mind’
Former talk show host talks up his new book, stresses he's still a conservative.
Sep 28th, 2017
Marquette Moving Beyond Boundaries
MU President Mike Lovell maps out future, how it will fix “broken” financial structure.
Sep 19th, 2017
New Parking Meters Will Help Homeless
Local dignitaries unveiled key-shaped meters that will help fund program for homeless.
Sep 14th, 2017
Milwaukee County Employees Embrace Health
More participate in health and wellness program, with encouraging results.
Sep 12th, 2017
State Unfair to Big Cities, Henken Says
At MU interview series, Public Policy Forum leader says Milwaukee needs a sales tax.
Aug 31st, 2017
County’s Homeless Program A Success
Based on national model, which found providing housing actually saves money.
Aug 21st, 2017
Barrett Seeks State Okay for City Sales Tax
Says city budget “not sustainable,” big police cuts certain without new revenue source.
Aug 17th, 2017
Historic Third Ward’s New Leader
Jim Plaisted, a veteran of local BIDs, succeeds Nancy O’Keefe
Aug 3rd, 2017
The Mystery of Immigration Controversy
Why the change in police policy, why the lack of “transparency,” why all the furor?
Jul 21st, 2017
You Can Balance the County Budget
Abele’s new widget gives citizens a chance to submit draft spending plans.
Jun 30th, 2017
Next Generation of Real Estate Leaders
ACRE, established in 2005, works to increase diversity in development arena
Jun 15th, 2017
Medical College Gets Largest Gift Ever
$38 million donation establishes new collaborative network, creates new educational opportunities
Jun 12th, 2017
The Good and Bad of Urbanism
Richard Florida drops by Marquette University to discuss his latest book, “The New Urban Crisis.”
Jun 11th, 2017
MCTS One Of The Best In The U.S.
Report ranks county transit system 13th in providing access to jobs. County considers growth options.
Jun 9th, 2017
Jennifer Gonda On the Hot Seat
New Water Works director opposed by some aldermen, and faces tough lead pipes issue.
May 4th, 2017
How the Arts Can Change City
Panelists discuss importance, future of arts in Milwaukee urban life.
Apr 10th, 2017
New Strides for Water Technology
High-level filtration system helps dramatize Milwaukee Water Week.
Mar 29th, 2017
Historic Third Ward Needs New Leader
Search for successor of longtime executive director Nancy O’Keefe is underway.
Mar 16th, 2017
