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Transportation: County Board Will Vote on Airport Ride-Share Fees
Transportation

County Board Will Vote on Airport Ride-Share Fees

Proposal adds $3 fee for companies like Uber and Lyft giving rides to Mitchell airport.

Transportation: Airport Plans $10.5 Million Taxiway for New Cargo Facility
Transportation

Airport Plans $10.5 Million Taxiway for New Cargo Facility

New $75 million facility expected to quadruple Milwaukee's air-cargo traffic.

MKE County: Wil-O-Way Facilities Get New Splashpads
MKE County

Wil-O-Way Facilities Get New Splashpads

Switching from wading pools at facilities serving children and adults with disabilities.

MKE County: County Opens Employee Wellness Clinics
MKE County

County Opens Employee Wellness Clinics

Hoping for long-term savings as county employees get preventive health care at workplace clinics.

MKE County: Supervisors Push To End Medicaid Suspension For Incarcerated
MKE County

Supervisors Push To End Medicaid Suspension For Incarcerated

Anyone jailed has federal health benefits suspended, even if not convicted of a crime.

MKE County: Activists, Family Members Call For Change At Jail
MKE County

Activists, Family Members Call For Change At Jail

Calling for community input after 'deeply alarming' report on jail's suicide policies.

MKE County: County Reaches Deal With Charles Allis Art Museum
MKE County

County Reaches Deal With Charles Allis Art Museum

Will transfer ownership to museum's nonprofit operator, end subsidy by 2028.

Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud

Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud

Schwantes faces multiple charges related to solicitation of prostitution and acting as attorney for one of the women he was soliciting.

MKE County: Sheriff’s Office Responds to Alarming Jail Audit Report
MKE County

Sheriff’s Office Responds to Alarming Jail Audit Report

Board will take report up in December. Chairwoman Nicholson and County Executive Crowley call for collaboration on solutions.

Transportation: Frustration With Paratransit System Persists
Transportation

Frustration With Paratransit System Persists

Plus, new on-demand program sees low ridership.

MKE County: Meaux Park Gets New ‘Connaughton Courts’
MKE County

Meaux Park Gets New ‘Connaughton Courts’

Connaughton Foundation and Kellners fund redevelopment of six courts for popular park.

MKE County: Jail Audit Finds ‘Deeply Alarming’ Suicide Policies
MKE County

Jail Audit Finds ‘Deeply Alarming’ Suicide Policies

Independent audit commissioned by County Board finds troubling policies, problems.

Transportation: Frontier Adds Nonstop Flights from Milwaukee to Florida
Transportation

Frontier Adds Nonstop Flights from Milwaukee to Florida

Three nonstop, round-trip flights a week between Milwaukee and Tampa airports.

MKE County: Franklin Mayor John Nelson Sues Sheriff To Block Record Release
MKE County

Franklin Mayor John Nelson Sues Sheriff To Block Record Release

Seeks to keep secret internal affairs records from his time as a sheriff's deputy.

Affordable Housing At Former Bucyrus-Erie Buildings Moves Forward

Affordable Housing At Former Bucyrus-Erie Buildings Moves Forward

$50 million redevelopment to create 141 units, with 81 affordable and 8 for veterans.

MKE County: Lakefront Brewery Service Workers Organizing Union
MKE County

Lakefront Brewery Service Workers Organizing Union

Union for workers says it has majority support. Lakefront wants NLRB election.

MKE County: Two Road-to-Trail Projects Funded in 2025
MKE County

Two Road-to-Trail Projects Funded in 2025

$10 million for two small projects within county parks approved.

2024 A Record Year for School, Local Funding Referendums

2024 A Record Year for School, Local Funding Referendums

Hundreds of school districts, 31 local governments asked voters for more funding.

Marquette University Refuses Union Recognition on Religious Grounds

Marquette University Refuses Union Recognition on Religious Grounds

University relying on religious freedom protections to side step union election.

MKE County: Life-Saving Program Will Provide Blood Transfusions Before Ambulance Gets To Hospital
MKE County

Life-Saving Program Will Provide Blood Transfusions Before Ambulance Gets To Hospital

Milwaukee County is first EMS system in Wisconsin to introduce field blood transfusions.

Can You Find the Watermarkers?

Can You Find the Watermarkers?

New public water-themed art installations going up around the city.

MKE County: Crowley Signs 2025 Budget Without Vetoes
MKE County

Crowley Signs 2025 Budget Without Vetoes

Approves slightly amended $1.4 billion 2025 budget with 2.5% increase in tax levy.

MKE County: County’s Jail Healthcare Provider Is Bankrupt
MKE County

County’s Jail Healthcare Provider Is Bankrupt

Wellpath LLC, the health care provider since 2019, seeks to clear $550 million in debt.

Transportation: FlexRide Touted For Its Success
Transportation

FlexRide Touted For Its Success

Winning recognition for connecting city residents to suburban jobs not reachable by bus.

MKE County: North Point Parking Lot Could Be Finished by Summer
MKE County

North Point Parking Lot Could Be Finished by Summer

County Board approved funding to finish project in 2025 budget.

Transportation: MCTS Tries New Tactics To Improve Safety for Operators
Transportation

MCTS Tries New Tactics To Improve Safety for Operators

Providing rides for bus operators back to the station after they end their shift.

MKE County: King Park Community Center Turkey Drive Underway
MKE County

King Park Community Center Turkey Drive Underway

Community center raising funds to feed 3,000 families on Thanksgiving.

City Hall: Hazmat Response to Suspicious Envelope At Election Commission
City Hall

Hazmat Response to Suspicious Envelope At Election Commission

Fire chief reports unidentified substance found in envelope is not hazardous.

MKE County: Board Quickly Adopts 2025 Budget
MKE County

Board Quickly Adopts 2025 Budget

Board makes few changes to county executive's recommended budget. Adds Domes plan and funding for eviction representation.

Rep. Rodriguez Hangs Onto Assembly Seat

Rep. Rodriguez Hangs Onto Assembly Seat

Southside Republican squeaks by Democratic challenger in remapped Assembly District.

Russell Antonio Goodwin, Jr. Wins Northwest Side Assembly Seat

Russell Antonio Goodwin, Jr. Wins Northwest Side Assembly Seat

Goodwin easily defeats Deanna Alexander for open seat.

Habush Sinykin Defeats Stroebel, Flips Senate Seat For Dems

Habush Sinykin Defeats Stroebel, Flips Senate Seat For Dems

Attorney and environmental advocate defeats Republican Duey Stroebel.

Donovan Fends Off Second Challenge from Bird

Donovan Fends Off Second Challenge from Bird

Long time Milwaukee politician hangs onto Assembly seat for another term.

He’s Back, Donald Trump Wins Presidency

He’s Back, Donald Trump Wins Presidency

Trump declares victory hours before all votes in Wisconsin, Michigan reported.

Vining Win Reduces Republican Majority in Assembly

Vining Win Reduces Republican Majority in Assembly

Robyn Vining defeats Tom Michalski in newly remapped district.

Power to the Polls Does One Final Voter Canvass

Power to the Polls Does One Final Voter Canvass

Hundreds of volunteers knocking on doors in closing hours of presidential race.

Court Finds Probable Cause In Spencer Misconduct Case

Court Finds Probable Cause In Spencer Misconduct Case

Court declines to dismiss felony and misdemeanor charges against former city attorney.

MKE County: County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election
MKE County

County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election

Urging participation in democratic process and noting how secure local election system is.

Transportation: Winter Brings End To Construction Detours for MCTS
Transportation

Winter Brings End To Construction Detours for MCTS

With construction season ending riders will see four routes return to normal.

MKE County: Supervisors Move to Create Civilian Review Board for Sheriff
MKE County

Supervisors Move to Create Civilian Review Board for Sheriff

Proposal could provide citizen oversight for Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.

Trump Tells Voters in Milwaukee He Doesn’t Want Their Money, ‘I Want Your Damn Vote’

Trump Tells Voters in Milwaukee He Doesn’t Want Their Money, ‘I Want Your Damn Vote’

In another digressive speech, Trump attacks his enemies and offers lofty promises to his supporters.

MKE County: New Pickleball Courts Open at West Milwaukee Park
MKE County

New Pickleball Courts Open at West Milwaukee Park

New courts in West Milwaukee are only second park with pickleball in county parks system.

MKE County: Tight Budget Forces Difficult Vote on Housing, Juvenile Justice
MKE County

Tight Budget Forces Difficult Vote on Housing, Juvenile Justice

Sup. Shawn Rolland wants $500,000 for a housing program. But his chosen source raises concerns for administration, colleagues.

MKE County: Parks Fundraising Campaign Raises $530,000 Far Faster Than Expected
MKE County

Parks Fundraising Campaign Raises $530,000 Far Faster Than Expected

'Cheers to our Parks' campaign with Molson Coors outperforming expectations.

MKE County: Ribbon Cutting on New Lyons Park Playground
MKE County

Ribbon Cutting on New Lyons Park Playground

New southwest side playground improves accessibility for children and families.

MKE County: New Gun Violence Prevention Program Goes After Habitual Offenders
MKE County

New Gun Violence Prevention Program Goes After Habitual Offenders

Based on national gun violence prevention model, program will target up to 40 frequent shooters.

Bipartisan Group Urges Trust in Wisconsin Election Process

Bipartisan Group Urges Trust in Wisconsin Election Process

Former Republican and Democratic elected officials say state's elections are safe, secure and deliberately slow.

Transportation: MCTS Will Hire Its Own Personnel For Security
Transportation

MCTS Will Hire Its Own Personnel For Security

Bus system has long relied a private contractor.

Transportation: MCTS Plans 2025 Fare Increase
Transportation

MCTS Plans 2025 Fare Increase

Transit system raising the daily, weekly and monthly caps.

MKE County: County Budget a ‘Pleasant Surprise’, But Future Looks Rough
MKE County

County Budget a ‘Pleasant Surprise’, But Future Looks Rough

Annual Wisconsin Policy Forum analysis reveals county faces difficult decisions in future.

MKE County: County Seeking Developers For Mixed-Use Senior Center
MKE County

County Seeking Developers For Mixed-Use Senior Center

New senior center would include affordable housing for seniors.

MKE County: City, County Extend Funding for Eviction Prevention, Legal Aid
MKE County

City, County Extend Funding for Eviction Prevention, Legal Aid

County and City team up to extend free legal counsel program, which has reduced need for other social services.

MKE County: Supervisor Adds Domes Project to 2025 Budget
MKE County

Supervisor Adds Domes Project to 2025 Budget

Board advances plan to redevelop the Domes, transfer operations to nonprofit.

MKE County: Oak Leaf Trail Temporarily Closed in Tosa
MKE County

Oak Leaf Trail Temporarily Closed in Tosa

A section of trail providing safe crossing of Highway 100 is temporarily closed.

MKE County: State Funding $3.9 Million Clinton Rose Senior Center Renovation
MKE County

State Funding $3.9 Million Clinton Rose Senior Center Renovation

County investing in renovations that will serve more than just the senior population.

MKE County: Supervisors Want Climate Consultant
MKE County

Supervisors Want Climate Consultant

2025 budget seeks expansion in climate planning, work with other municipalities and hunting for federal grants.

Transportation: Denise Wandke Out at MCTS, Says She Will Return
Transportation

Denise Wandke Out at MCTS, Says She Will Return

MCTS managing director takes 'unexpected leave' and goes camping?

Transportation: Crowley Budgets $26 Million For New Buses
Transportation

Crowley Budgets $26 Million For New Buses

If approved, county would employ federal funding to help purchase 40 new buses.

MKE County: Why Were Trees Cut Down at Veterans Park?
MKE County

Why Were Trees Cut Down at Veterans Park?

Parks clearing trees along lakefront lagoon killed by emerald ash borer.

MKE County: South Shore Breakwater Project Could Finish in 2025
MKE County

South Shore Breakwater Project Could Finish in 2025

Crowley includes funding in 2025 budget to finish $26 million sea wall project.

Transportation: Airport Expected To Match Pre-Pandemic Traffic By 2025
Transportation

Airport Expected To Match Pre-Pandemic Traffic By 2025

'We're very pleased with the increase we're seeing.'

Transportation: Airport Will Start Charging Fee On All Uber, Lyft Rides
Transportation

Airport Will Start Charging Fee On All Uber, Lyft Rides

Starting in 2025, all trips to and from facility will have surcharge. Parking costs also increasing.

MKE County: County Has A Year To Cap Landfill It’s Struggled to Sell
MKE County

County Has A Year To Cap Landfill It’s Struggled to Sell

DNR says action required on Greenfield property acquired via property tax foreclosure.

Transportation: Board Spikes Chair’s Plan For Reduced Bus Fares For Voting
Transportation

Board Spikes Chair’s Plan For Reduced Bus Fares For Voting

Wide-ranging concerns raised about Marcelia Nicholson's proposal.

Trump Campaigns At Milwaukee’s Discovery World

Trump Campaigns At Milwaukee’s Discovery World

Introduced by Tommy Thompson, then delivers speech with false claims.

MKE County: Crowley’s 2025 Budget Avoids Service Cuts
MKE County

Crowley’s 2025 Budget Avoids Service Cuts

With a 2.8% property tax hike and more funding for Sheriff's office, CRC and court security.

Transportation: Construction On Airport’s New Cargo Facility Starts This Winter
Transportation

Construction On Airport’s New Cargo Facility Starts This Winter

It could quadruple the airport's cargo capacity and will be completed by early 2026.

MKE County: McKinley Marina Could Benefit From Trust Fund
MKE County

McKinley Marina Could Benefit From Trust Fund

Milwaukee County Parks proposes creating the fund to pay for future marina maintenance.

MKE County: Supervisors Propose Reduced Bus Fares On Election Day
MKE County

Supervisors Propose Reduced Bus Fares On Election Day

Chairwoman Nicholson proposes cutting MCTS fares by up to $1 to encourage voting.

MKE County: Youth Prison Population Down, Costs Up
MKE County

Youth Prison Population Down, Costs Up

State charges counties $1,263 a day to incarcerate youth, up from $301 in 2015.

MKE County: Parks Wobbles on Brown Deer Disc Golf
MKE County

Parks Wobbles on Brown Deer Disc Golf

After pushback from disc golfers Parks officials reconsidering new course design.

Transportation: New On-Demand Paratransit Service is Working
Transportation

New On-Demand Paratransit Service is Working

New program starts small, but is well received, according to MCTS and riders.

MKE County: County Seeks Construction Manager for Its Biggest Ever Development
MKE County

County Seeks Construction Manager for Its Biggest Ever Development

County planning to use construction management at risk for $500 million courthouse project.

Transportation: FTA Requiring MCTS, Others To Search For Threats To Transit Workers
Transportation

FTA Requiring MCTS, Others To Search For Threats To Transit Workers

Federal agency wants transit systems to assess and fix threats to transit workers.

MKE County: County Pulls Funding For Upstart Kitchen
MKE County

County Pulls Funding For Upstart Kitchen

Project funded with federal stimulus dollars never moved forward. Funds used to close 2024 budget gap.

MKE County: County Selling Former Allis-Chalmers Landfill
MKE County

County Selling Former Allis-Chalmers Landfill

Site in Greenfield near the county border was used as dump by Allis-Chalmers foundry.

North Avenue Market Closes

North Avenue Market Closes

Food hall turned restaurant at 59th and North closes its doors for good.

MKE County: TIF Funds Support Walker Square Park Upgrades
MKE County

TIF Funds Support Walker Square Park Upgrades

One of a number of county parks getting funding from a city TIF district.

MKE County: Bender Park Bike Trail Coming in 2025
MKE County

Bender Park Bike Trail Coming in 2025

1-mile trail through park in Oak Creek will bring riders closer to Racine-Kenosha Trail.

MKE County: Zoo Maintains ‘Gold Standard’ Rating
MKE County

Zoo Maintains ‘Gold Standard’ Rating

It's spent millions in recent years on facility upgrades to maintain AZA accreditation.

MKE County: Board Extends Fresh Food Program For Impoverished Families
MKE County

Board Extends Fresh Food Program For Impoverished Families

And still closes budget deficit. Program provides families matching funding to buy healthy food.

MKE County: County Officials Close 2024 Budget Gap
MKE County

County Officials Close 2024 Budget Gap

Board approves funding package closing $19 million gap. But a new challenge awaits for 2025 budget.

MKE County: Two County Affordable Housing Efforts Would Create 89 Homes
MKE County

Two County Affordable Housing Efforts Would Create 89 Homes

Board approves a combined $4.5 million in county support.

MKE County: County Deploying $1.3 Million in Environmental Cleanup Grants
MKE County

County Deploying $1.3 Million in Environmental Cleanup Grants

Projects including adding sand to Bradford beach, improving animal habitats along Menomonee River.

Transportation: County, WisDOT Plan $2.6 Million Mason Street Bridge Rehab
Transportation

County, WisDOT Plan $2.6 Million Mason Street Bridge Rehab

Bridge spanning Lincoln Memorial will be shut down for repairs in 2025.

Rite-Hite Plans Bigger Private Hangar At Airport

Rite-Hite Plans Bigger Private Hangar At Airport

Manufacturer will build $10 million expansion at Mitchell airport.

MKE County: County Has Huge Solar Energy Potential
MKE County

County Has Huge Solar Energy Potential

Report identifies 22 possible projects. Federal infrastructure bill could help fund them.

MKE County: Parks, Riverkeeper, MMSD Partner on Tree Planting
MKE County

Parks, Riverkeeper, MMSD Partner on Tree Planting

Kinnickinnic River Parkway is first site chosen for reforestation partnership.

MKE County: County Aims To Build New Courthouse By 2032
MKE County

County Aims To Build New Courthouse By 2032

Project could take seven years and $500 million to complete.

Transportation: New BRT Project Gone For a Decade
Transportation

New BRT Project Gone For a Decade

Connect 2 dead for 10 years or more. 'This has to be clearly stated for the record.'

Controversial, New Anti-Semitic Mural Defaced

Controversial, New Anti-Semitic Mural Defaced

Mural criticizing Israel for war in Gaza includes a Star of David with a swastika at the center.

MKE County: Solving County’s Budget Gap Includes Study of Sheriff’s Spending
MKE County

Solving County’s Budget Gap Includes Study of Sheriff’s Spending

$30,000 staffing study part of resolution closing 2024 budget deficit.

MKE County: County Building 24 Single-Family, Affordable Homes in Oak Creek
MKE County

County Building 24 Single-Family, Affordable Homes in Oak Creek

Federal funding will help county transform site acquired via tax foreclosure.

MKE County: Commission Charts New Course for County Senior Centers
MKE County

Commission Charts New Course for County Senior Centers

Could new senior centers be built using city's mixed-use development strategy for libraries?

MKE County: County Would Build Criminal Justice Reentry Housing
MKE County

County Would Build Criminal Justice Reentry Housing

MacArthur Foundation grant gives county funding to pursue reentry housing project.

Transportation: County Holding Public Workshops For Traffic Safety Projects
Transportation

County Holding Public Workshops For Traffic Safety Projects

Five meetings in coming weeks seek citizen feedback on plans to make roads safer.

MKE County: County Gets Federal Funding For Buses, Roads
MKE County

County Gets Federal Funding For Buses, Roads

$29 million to help county to improve road safety, replace 13 aging buses.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Opioid Program Funding
MKE County

Crowley Signs Opioid Program Funding

Legislation uses funding from legal settlement to take on opioid addiction epidemic.

MKE County: Chief Judge, Sheriff At Odds On Bailiff Staffing
MKE County

Chief Judge, Sheriff At Odds On Bailiff Staffing

MCSO ends mandatory overtime in circuit courts, which threatens safety, Chief Judge says.

MKE County: County Gets $1.5 Million for Urban Forestry
MKE County

County Gets $1.5 Million for Urban Forestry

Federal funds will help the parks department expand its forestry crew.

City Hall: Federal Grant Boosting Energy Efficient Affordable Housing Program
City Hall

Federal Grant Boosting Energy Efficient Affordable Housing Program

$3.4 million grant supports program building new affordable homes with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.

MKE County: County Strings Together Funds to Close $19 Million 2024 Budget Deficit
MKE County

County Strings Together Funds to Close $19 Million 2024 Budget Deficit

$3.3 million in ARPA funds, including $1 million originally allocated to affordable housing, used to close budget gap.

Transportation: Despite Low Offer, MCTS Loses Bid To Run Waukesha Bus System
Transportation

Despite Low Offer, MCTS Loses Bid To Run Waukesha Bus System

Waukesha favors experience of existing operator Transdev.

MKE County: Committee Approves Up To $5,000 Fines for Illegal Dumping in Parks
MKE County

Committee Approves Up To $5,000 Fines for Illegal Dumping in Parks

And costs could go higher if cleanup costs exceed $5,000. Full board approval remains.

Transportation: Canceled BRT Project Saves MCTS Budget Until 2028
Transportation

Canceled BRT Project Saves MCTS Budget Until 2028

Shelving project reduces operational costs, helps MCTS stay solvent.

MKE County: Committee Approves Villa Terrace Takeover Plan
MKE County

Committee Approves Villa Terrace Takeover Plan

The future of Charles Allis Museum meanwhile remains a question mark.

MKE County: Domes Group Proposes $133 Million Repair, Redevelopment
MKE County

Domes Group Proposes $133 Million Repair, Redevelopment

Friends of the Domes plan to save the Domes needs $30 million from Milwaukee County.

Transportation: Global Cyber Outage Hurt July Airport Traffic
Transportation

Global Cyber Outage Hurt July Airport Traffic

But Milwaukee Mitchell passenger traffic still much higher this year than in 2023.

Transportation: Bipartisan Coalition, Business Leaders Support New International Terminal
Transportation

Bipartisan Coalition, Business Leaders Support New International Terminal

County pursuing federal grant to replace shuttered concourse with new international terminal at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

MKE County: Rather Than Razed, Coggs Building Could Be Turned Into Affordable Housing
MKE County

Rather Than Razed, Coggs Building Could Be Turned Into Affordable Housing

Crowley proposes supporting Gorman proposal with $2.5 million budgeted for demolition.

Transportation: Crowley Signs Zero Traffic Deaths Policy
Transportation

Crowley Signs Zero Traffic Deaths Policy

Adoption of policy brings county one step closer to millions in federal funding for road projects.

MKE County: You Can Help Plan Trails in Milwaukee
MKE County

You Can Help Plan Trails in Milwaukee

Parks department seeks robust public input as it plans major expansion of biking-walking trails.

MKE County: Villa Terrace, Charles Allis Museums Could Become Event Space, Hotel
MKE County

Villa Terrace, Charles Allis Museums Could Become Event Space, Hotel

Two museums will likely be separated, with an uncertain future for Charles Allis.

ERIK’s Bike Shop Closing East Side Location

ERIK’s Bike Shop Closing East Side Location

Minnesota-based bicycle retailer moving Milwaukee store to Brookfield.

MKE County: Contaminated Franklin Gas Station Will Be Studied, Then Sold
MKE County

Contaminated Franklin Gas Station Will Be Studied, Then Sold

State grant will fund environmental assessment of property foreclosed by county.

MKE County: Pension Overpayments Still Happening?
MKE County

Pension Overpayments Still Happening?

Retired sheriff's deputy notified he owes $9,000 for pension overpayments. Crowley's office says such errors are rarities in recent years.

Transportation: Paratransit Taxis Launching Next Week
Transportation

Paratransit Taxis Launching Next Week

New service has wheelchair-accessible vehicles for persons with disabilities.

Transportation: Fix At Six Coalition Sues State, Federal Government Over I-94 Expansion
Transportation

Fix At Six Coalition Sues State, Federal Government Over I-94 Expansion

Suit charges planners didn't consider other alternatives or impact on nearby communities.

Milwaukee School Board Recall Fails

Milwaukee School Board Recall Fails

Organizers fall far short of total signatures needed to trigger recall of four school board directors.

JD Vance Talks Illegal Immigration, Drugs In Visit To Milwaukee Police Union

JD Vance Talks Illegal Immigration, Drugs In Visit To Milwaukee Police Union

Vance uses campaign stop to rail against illegal immigration and Kamala Harris.

Transportation: Airport Traffic Booming So Far in 2024
Transportation

Airport Traffic Booming So Far in 2024

2024 is flying ahead of 2023, and that's before RNC surge is factored in.

Transportation: It’s MCTS Vs. TransDev for Waukesha Metro Contract
Transportation

It’s MCTS Vs. TransDev for Waukesha Metro Contract

MCTS competing against its troubled paratransit contractor for transit system contract in Waukesha.

Transportation: MCTS Halting Plans for Second Bus Rapid Transit Route
Transportation

MCTS Halting Plans for Second Bus Rapid Transit Route

Citing fiscal concerns, transit officials plan to ask county board to pause rapid transit project.

Local Musician Fundraising for Youth Organization

Local Musician Fundraising for Youth Organization

Rapper Emmitt James hosting 2nd Annual Big Band BBQ on Friday.

Sequanna Taylor Wins Assembly District 11 Primary

Sequanna Taylor Wins Assembly District 11 Primary

County supervisor wins Assembly primary. Will run in general unopposed.

MKE County: County Treasurer Cullen Withstands Chisholm’s Challenge
MKE County

County Treasurer Cullen Withstands Chisholm’s Challenge

Veteran politician David Cullen, county treasurer since 2014, will serve four more years.

MKE County: New Courthouse Project Opens Door For Energy Efficiency
MKE County

New Courthouse Project Opens Door For Energy Efficiency

County's $488 million criminal courthouse plan includes energy modernization project.

MKE County: New Buses, Courthouse Project Pushed For 2025 Budget
MKE County

New Buses, Courthouse Project Pushed For 2025 Budget

County committee doing early work on budget struggles to find enough funding.

MKE County: County Nearly Doubles Narcan Vending Machines
MKE County

County Nearly Doubles Narcan Vending Machines

Adding 8 more machines with free life saving items like narcan and drug testing strips.

Vote Tuesday: Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races
Vote Tuesday

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

Vote Tuesday: Meet the Candidates for County Office
Vote Tuesday

Meet the Candidates for County Office

Cullen vs Chisholm for treasurer showdown is winner-take-all.

MKE County: China Lights “Year of the Dragon” Opens in September
MKE County

China Lights “Year of the Dragon” Opens in September

Annual festival will include many new lanterns this year, including a brand new dragon.

MKE County: Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million
MKE County

Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million

County ended birth cost recovery program with the goal of addressing racial inequity, improving child support.

MKE County: Hampshire Street Oak Leaf Trail Ramp Might Finally Be Built
MKE County

Hampshire Street Oak Leaf Trail Ramp Might Finally Be Built

Long awaited project is well positioned heading into 2025 budget. But will it survive?

MKE County: What Will Be Done With Existing Public Museum Building?
MKE County

What Will Be Done With Existing Public Museum Building?

Milwaukee County seeking consultant to help sell property.

MKE County: Union Alleges Retaliation By Manpower After Mass Layoffs During Negotiations
MKE County

Union Alleges Retaliation By Manpower After Mass Layoffs During Negotiations

A union representing video game testers charges ManpowerGroup with violating labor laws.

Historic Marker Commemorating Black Nite Uprising Dedicated

Historic Marker Commemorating Black Nite Uprising Dedicated

First LGBTQ historic marker in Wisconsin erected in Milwaukee to remember site of uprising that occurred years before Stonewall.

Downtown Janitors Secure Wage Increases

Downtown Janitors Secure Wage Increases

Wages were a top priority when contract negotiations began in June.

U.S. Energy Secretary Joins State, Milwaukee Officials To Launch First in Nation Rebate Program

U.S. Energy Secretary Joins State, Milwaukee Officials To Launch First in Nation Rebate Program

Wisconsin is the first state to launch a home energy efficiency rebate using funds from Inflation Reduction Act.

MKE County: Make Your Feelings Known on Planned Boerner Botanical Gardens Fence
MKE County

Make Your Feelings Known on Planned Boerner Botanical Gardens Fence

County Parks launches survey to help determine a boundary for the fence.

MKE County: Board Approves ‘Vision Zero’ Strategy To End Traffic Deaths
MKE County

Board Approves ‘Vision Zero’ Strategy To End Traffic Deaths

Milwaukee County commits to seeking zero deaths by 2037. Plus: board approves opioid programs, new county attorney and support for manufacturing company.

MKE County: New Matching Program For Those With Decades Overdue Child Support Debt
MKE County

New Matching Program For Those With Decades Overdue Child Support Debt

Program will help relieve child support debt and help those with warrants avoid jail time.

Indigenous Artist Creating Art Installation For New Public Museum

Indigenous Artist Creating Art Installation For New Public Museum

Public art piece by Mark Fischer will draw on cultural imagery of Wisconsin's First Nations.

MKE County: New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee’s ‘Housing First’ Homelessness Strategy
MKE County

New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee’s ‘Housing First’ Homelessness Strategy

"Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness" presents Milwaukee's response to the crisis as a blueprint for other communities.

Health Officials Urge Vaccinations Before Kids Go Back to School

Health Officials Urge Vaccinations Before Kids Go Back to School

Only 79% of MPS students were vaccinated last year.

MKE County: Parks Opens New Playground at Vogel Park
MKE County

Parks Opens New Playground at Vogel Park

Neighborhood park on northwest side gets new ADA-accessible park.

MKE County: South Shore Beach Reconstruction Scheduled for Fall
MKE County

South Shore Beach Reconstruction Scheduled for Fall

Bay View will likely have a new beach with cleaner water by next summer.

Transportation: MCTS Announces Route Changes for Fall 2024
Transportation

MCTS Announces Route Changes for Fall 2024

Changes reflect the start of the school year and the end of a major city road project.

MKE County: Brewers Ballpark Subsidy Stings County Budget
MKE County

Brewers Ballpark Subsidy Stings County Budget

The county's contribution to the American Family Field deal is making its budget deficit worse in 2024.

MKE County: Zoological Society Raises Additional $1 Million for Rhino Project
MKE County

Zoological Society Raises Additional $1 Million for Rhino Project

Donation will lessen taxpayer expense for $23 million project.

Transportation: Limited Funding Pushes Up Fares for New Paratransit Taxis
Transportation

Limited Funding Pushes Up Fares for New Paratransit Taxis

Fares will likely start at $12 one-way for on-demand service replacing former paratransit taxi program.

MKE County: City, County Will Partner To Pursue Climate Action Grants
MKE County

City, County Will Partner To Pursue Climate Action Grants

County board resolution urges greater collaboration between the governments on climate projects.

MKE County: Low Sales Tax Collections Spell Trouble for County
MKE County

Low Sales Tax Collections Spell Trouble for County

Low sales tax collections could drive county budget deficit into double digits by end of year.

MKE County: Robots Are Coming To Milwaukee Beaches
MKE County

Robots Are Coming To Milwaukee Beaches

Plastic Free MKE launches new plastic cleaning robots at Milwaukee public beaches.

Brown Deer Golf Course Adding Large Practice Facility

Brown Deer Golf Course Adding Large Practice Facility

Milwaukee County Parks plans to add putting green, practice bunker and cart paths.

Milwaukee Art Museum’s Revenue, Staff in Decline

Milwaukee Art Museum’s Revenue, Staff in Decline

June report says memberships, admissions, school trips all down since the pandemic.

MKE County: Supervisors Move To Approve New County Attorney
MKE County

Supervisors Move To Approve New County Attorney

Acting Corp Counsel Scott Brown receives board's first approval for top attorney.

MMSD Announces $13 Million Water Tech Lab

MMSD Announces $13 Million Water Tech Lab

Federally funded lab at water reclamation facility in Oak Creek to develop new technologies.

For Working People, The RNC Was A Headache

For Working People, The RNC Was A Headache

Security perimeter and bus detours made it harder and more expensive getting to work.

Flights Grounded as Thousands of RNC Attendees Try to Leave Milwaukee

Flights Grounded as Thousands of RNC Attendees Try to Leave Milwaukee

A global cyber outage grounds flights early Friday morning. Officials say no evidence of cyber attack.

JD Vance Plays Up Working Class Roots, Populist Politics in RNC Speech

JD Vance Plays Up Working Class Roots, Populist Politics in RNC Speech

VP nominee puts an exclamation point on Trump's populist politics and paeans to the country's "forgotten people."

Democrats Challenge Republicans on Abortion in Milwaukee

Democrats Challenge Republicans on Abortion in Milwaukee

Surrogates for Biden-Harris campaign traveled to Milwaukee to counter RNC messaging.

Ron Johnson Says Free-Market Principles Could Fix Education

Ron Johnson Says Free-Market Principles Could Fix Education

WI senator blasts educational bureaucracy at panel hosted by right-wing Moms for Liberty.

Hovde Plays MAGA Hits in RNC Speech

Hovde Plays MAGA Hits in RNC Speech

GOP senate hopeful bashed President Biden, his opponent Sen. Tammy Baldwin, drug cartels and the media.

Tough Messages Projected on Downtown Buildings Bash Trump, MAGA

Tough Messages Projected on Downtown Buildings Bash Trump, MAGA

Democratic guerrilla group projects images opposing Donald Trump, supporting Joe Biden.

Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC

Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC

Quickly nominating Trump, approving his platform and VP candidate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance.

Transportation: MCTS Adds 28 New Buses
Transportation

MCTS Adds 28 New Buses

But it's still not enough for the system's aging fleet.

Coalition to March on RNC, City Reach Last Minute Deal

Coalition to March on RNC, City Reach Last Minute Deal

Coalition and City reach agreement on march routing through RNC security perimiter.

MKE County: RNC Will Cause Some County Services To Be Moved to Wauwatosa
MKE County

RNC Will Cause Some County Services To Be Moved to Wauwatosa

Milwaukee County launches webpage to detail what office is going where.

Hank Aaron State Trail Will Be Closed For RNC, State Fair

Hank Aaron State Trail Will Be Closed For RNC, State Fair

Hank Aaron Trail closed for third year in a row for security concerns during state fair.

Transportation: MCTS Designing New Bus Shelters
Transportation

MCTS Designing New Bus Shelters

First 25 bus shelters -- of some 600 total -- will be installed next year.

MKE County: County Breaks Ground On Youth Detention Facility
MKE County

County Breaks Ground On Youth Detention Facility

New facility a long-awaited first step in the plan to close state youth prisons.

MKE County: Municipal Cooperation Needed on Illegal Dumping in Parks
MKE County

Municipal Cooperation Needed on Illegal Dumping in Parks

County considers fines up to $10,000, but lower municipal penalties would prevail.

Despite Losing Lawsuit, Coalition To March on RNC Will Proceed Without Permit

Despite Losing Lawsuit, Coalition To March on RNC Will Proceed Without Permit

Group says it won't follow city's designated parade route.

Bus Ads Will Blast Trump, Promote Biden During Republican Convention

Bus Ads Will Blast Trump, Promote Biden During Republican Convention

57 MCTS buses will become rolling billboards for Democratic ads during the RNC.

Transportation: MCTS Announces Bus Detours for RNC
Transportation

MCTS Announces Bus Detours for RNC

14 MCTS routes will be detoured around Republican National Convention's security perimeter. Changes could begin July 11.

MKE County: Board Could Boost Illegal Dumping Fine 2,400%
MKE County

Board Could Boost Illegal Dumping Fine 2,400%

Supervisor Shawn Rolland proposes raising fine from $200 to $5,000.

Transportation: Paratransit Taxis Could Return in September
Transportation

Paratransit Taxis Could Return in September

MCTS officials believe they have found new taxi provider for persons with disabilities.

Beloit Company Plans Move to St. Francis

Beloit Company Plans Move to St. Francis

Advanced manufacturer, Lean Design Werks, would clean up polluted property with state and county aid and relocate.

MKE County: County Awards $2.8 Million To Non-Profit Opioid Programs
MKE County

County Awards $2.8 Million To Non-Profit Opioid Programs

Funding 15 local groups for opioid abuse prevention, treatment and recovery.

Transportation: MCTS Bids To Run Waukesha Buses
Transportation

MCTS Bids To Run Waukesha Buses

Milwaukee transit officials make first major play for a regional transit system.

MKE County: County To Get $3 Million From Kroger In Opioid Settlement
MKE County

County To Get $3 Million From Kroger In Opioid Settlement

Supermarket chain settles with local governments in lawsuit over role in opioid crisis.

MKE County: Parks Department Joins Pickleball Mania
MKE County

Parks Department Joins Pickleball Mania

Free, outdoor pickleball comes to the county parks system.

Parks Plans Removal of Holler Park Pool, Other Disused Buildings

Parks Plans Removal of Holler Park Pool, Other Disused Buildings

KK Parkway tennis courts and St. Martins Park Pavilion also on the list.

MKE County: Wehr Nature Center Plans Improvements
MKE County

Wehr Nature Center Plans Improvements

Nature preserve working with the Friends of Wehr Nature Center to plan, fundraise.

MKE County: Opioid Settlement Will Fund 7 New, Expanded Abatement Efforts
MKE County

Opioid Settlement Will Fund 7 New, Expanded Abatement Efforts

$8.5 million in public health programs, research would be funded by companies that played role in opioid epidemic.

Look For New Art Exhibits Next Time You Fly Out of MKE

Look For New Art Exhibits Next Time You Fly Out of MKE

New partnership between MIAD and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

MKE County: Board Supports 128th Air Wing’s Bid for New Plane
MKE County

Board Supports 128th Air Wing’s Bid for New Plane

Supervisors seek to protect the jobs, economic impact of 128th Air Refueling Wing.

Ribbon Cutting for Concordia 27 Finally Comes

Ribbon Cutting for Concordia 27 Finally Comes

Much lauded mixed-use project on 27th and Wells took nearly a decade to develop.

Aisha Carr Charged With Fraud, Misconduct in Office

Aisha Carr Charged With Fraud, Misconduct in Office

Former school board director faces two felonies for living outside district she represented.

Marcus Performing Arts Center Struggling Financially

Marcus Performing Arts Center Struggling Financially

It was supposed to go independent by 2026, but now pleads for continued county support.

MKE County: Board Will Weigh In On MPS Trouble
MKE County

Board Will Weigh In On MPS Trouble

Six supervisors support Sup. Bielinski's resolution opposing any changes to MPS governance.

MKE County: Supervisors Embrace Part-Time Roles, Schedule
MKE County

Supervisors Embrace Part-Time Roles, Schedule

Supervisors change start time of board meetings, reflecting truly part-time nature of job.

MKE County: Two Road-to-Trail Projects Are Finally Moving To Construction
MKE County

Two Road-to-Trail Projects Are Finally Moving To Construction

Parks system will replace two parkway segments with trails in bid to expand access, reduce maintenance.

MKE County: County Government Charts Big Expansion of Solar Power
MKE County

County Government Charts Big Expansion of Solar Power

New Coggs building project is a catalyst for countywide plan exploring solar power.

MKE County: After Series of Deaths, County Jail Audit Approved
MKE County

After Series of Deaths, County Jail Audit Approved

Milwaukee County Board approves contract with third-party for independent audit of the jail. But not without derision over process.

MKE County: Parks Planning 10 Miles of New Trails by 2026
MKE County

Parks Planning 10 Miles of New Trails by 2026

Parks sets ambitious goal, plans to focus trail development on "historically underserved communities."

Transportation: Airport Planning Redevelopment of International Terminal, Again
Transportation

Airport Planning Redevelopment of International Terminal, Again

But it's now an $80 million project. COVID-19 scuttled prior effort to eliminate stand-alone building.

Summerfest Presents a ‘Cosmic Cornfield’

Summerfest Presents a ‘Cosmic Cornfield’

Festival will premiere immersive art installation created by FuzzPop Workshop.

MKE County: Federal Funds Turn Zablocki Golf Course Synthetic
MKE County

Federal Funds Turn Zablocki Golf Course Synthetic

Synthetic tee boxes and greens at golf course are another ARPA success story.

MKE County: MCTS Unveils Juneteenth Bus
MKE County

MCTS Unveils Juneteenth Bus

Bus wrapped in murals by two local artists celebrating Juneteenth Day.

MKE County: Changes Coming to Brown Deer Disc Golf?
MKE County

Changes Coming to Brown Deer Disc Golf?

Parks wants to protect natural areas. Disc golfers say it will ruin best course in Milwaukee.

MKE County: Crowley Approves Funding for Franklin Affordable Housing
MKE County

Crowley Approves Funding for Franklin Affordable Housing

A signing ceremony for $2.5 million project in Franklin supported by its mayor.

MKE County: Supervisor Questions Jail Audit Contract
MKE County

Supervisor Questions Jail Audit Contract

County Board will consider whether or not to release funding for audit of county jail this month.

It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s A Giant Baby

It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s A Giant Baby

Coming Friday: Giant inflatable baby art installation to celebrate international 'Make Music Day'.

Villa Terrace Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Villa Terrace Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Museum plans a weekend of events and fundraising for anniversary in July.

MKE County: Crowley Tours Unique Emergency Housing Facility
MKE County

Crowley Tours Unique Emergency Housing Facility

Facility is yet another project advancing housing under the Crowley administration.

MKE County: County Expanding Aging and Disability Center
MKE County

County Expanding Aging and Disability Center

Wave of retiring Baby Boomers is bringing issue to forefront.

Recall Effort Launched Against Four MPS Board Members

Recall Effort Launched Against Four MPS Board Members

Recall organizers demand financial accountability, say they do not support privatization.

Janitors Union Prepares for Contract Fight

Janitors Union Prepares for Contract Fight

Union representing downtown janitors seeks to protect workers' pandemic-era wage gains. Mayor joins the rally.

MKE County: Officials Celebrate Kletzsch Dam Fish Passage
MKE County

Officials Celebrate Kletzsch Dam Fish Passage

$3 million project connects fish to 54 miles of habitat that's been out of reach for 80 years.

MKE County: Pony Rides Won’t Return to the Zoo
MKE County

Pony Rides Won’t Return to the Zoo

Pony ride provider, New Beginnings Ranch had to back out.

Transportation: RNC Will Be Busy Time for Airport
Transportation

RNC Will Be Busy Time for Airport

Mitchell International Airport will have more flights and bigger planes during Republican convention.

MKE County: The Domes’ Summer Show Offers Roadtrip Across America
MKE County

The Domes’ Summer Show Offers Roadtrip Across America

The annual show was designed to feel like a road trip and depicts regions of the U.S. with iconic landmarks.

Election Scheduled for Trade Hotel Union

Election Scheduled for Trade Hotel Union

Union will move forward on election despite charges of unfair labor practices.

MKE County: County Creates Housing Voucher to Landlord Pipeline
MKE County

County Creates Housing Voucher to Landlord Pipeline

Housing Division ready to launch program incentivizing landlords to accept tenants with housing assistance vouchers.

Transportation: Should MCTS Take Over Operation of The Hop, Other Transit Systems?
Transportation

Should MCTS Take Over Operation of The Hop, Other Transit Systems?

MCTS officials are considering bidding to operate the systems as a move to create a regional transit authority and financial security.

Trump Sentencing Looms Over RNC Planning

Trump Sentencing Looms Over RNC Planning

RNC officials promote massive convention stage. But will Trump walk across it?

Transportation: Airport Expands TSA Precheck Options
Transportation

Airport Expands TSA Precheck Options

TSA Precheck enrollment using CLEAR biometric kiosks available 7 days a week.

MKE County: The Remarkable Decline of Milwaukee’s Youth Prison Population
MKE County

The Remarkable Decline of Milwaukee’s Youth Prison Population

Down from about 130 in 2015 to less than 20 this year.

MKE County: Milwaukee Might Get Thousands of New Trees
MKE County

Milwaukee Might Get Thousands of New Trees

County Parks seeks urban forestry grants funded by Inflation Reduction Act.

MKE County: Planning Begins for New Criminal Courthouse
MKE County

Planning Begins for New Criminal Courthouse

County will solicit planning and design contractors in June for $488.4 million project.

Transportation: Riders Decry County’s Paratransit Service
Transportation

Riders Decry County’s Paratransit Service

Transit service for persons with disabilities has never been worse, more inefficient or unreliable, users say.

Transportation: MCTS Launches Real-Time Transit App for Riders With Disabilities
Transportation

MCTS Launches Real-Time Transit App for Riders With Disabilities

Reliability and timing of vans have long been an issue for paratransit riders.

MKE County: Parks Foundation Says Donors Uninterested in July 3 Fireworks
MKE County

Parks Foundation Says Donors Uninterested in July 3 Fireworks

Parks foundation has been working with county to find sponsors for annual event.

MKE County: County Wants Your Ideas for Charles Allis and Villa Terrace’s Future
MKE County

County Wants Your Ideas for Charles Allis and Villa Terrace’s Future

County looking for 'creative ideas' for East Side museums.

MKE County: Parks Removed One Acre of Concrete in 2023
MKE County

Parks Removed One Acre of Concrete in 2023

Parks system making strides in effort to reduce the cost-burden of pavement.

Trade Hotel Files for Union Election, Organizers Object

Trade Hotel Files for Union Election, Organizers Object

MASH wants recognition instead of a vote.

MKE County: County Selects Auditor For Jail Death Inquiry
MKE County

County Selects Auditor For Jail Death Inquiry

Texas-based Creative Corrections will handle inquiry, pending board approval of a contract.

MKE County: County Board Officially Recognizes Denim Day
MKE County

County Board Officially Recognizes Denim Day

New supervisor pushes resolution for day to 'stand against sexual assault and violence.'

MKE County: Failed County Board Candidate Charged With Election Fraud
MKE County

Failed County Board Candidate Charged With Election Fraud

Andrew Matias, who was disqualified from the ballot, now faces criminal complaint.

MKE County: Zablocki Golf Course Reopens With Synthetic Greens
MKE County

Zablocki Golf Course Reopens With Synthetic Greens

New greens should save money on water, labor and fertilizer at county-run 9-hole course.

MKE County: July 3rd Fireworks Canceled
MKE County

July 3rd Fireworks Canceled

Without a sponsor, annual event is called off by Milwaukee County.

MKE County: Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies
MKE County

Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies

County Board unanimously approves new contract with sheriff's deputy union, but wants overtime under control.

MKE County: 36 Pools, Splash Pads, Water Parks Opening in 2024
MKE County

36 Pools, Splash Pads, Water Parks Opening in 2024

Parks opening far more pools in 2024 after making waves with lifeguard hiring.

RNC Prep Includes Maritime Security Planning, Training

RNC Prep Includes Maritime Security Planning, Training

Local coast guard station hosts exercise gaming out security threats for Republican National Convention.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Reopens After Four Years
MKE County

McKinley Beach Reopens After Four Years

Adding and shaping 11,000 cubic yards of sand to create safer, shallower swimming area.

Transportation: Sun Country Adds Nonstop Flights to Caribbean
Transportation

Sun Country Adds Nonstop Flights to Caribbean

Budget airline announces flights to Jamaica and Dominican Republic next winter.

MKE County: Corrections Driving County Budget Into Deficit
MKE County

Corrections Driving County Budget Into Deficit

Along with lower tax revenue than projected. '2024 may punch us in the face.'

Candidate Announces for Aisha Carr’s Former School Board Seat

Candidate Announces for Aisha Carr’s Former School Board Seat

James Ferguson II is first candidate to announce. Special election is scheduled for Nov. 5.

MKE County: Humboldt Park Beer Garden Opens Thursday
MKE County

Humboldt Park Beer Garden Opens Thursday

The Vine will offer Lakefront Brewery beers and food from Karol's Kitchen.

MKE County: Trade Hotel Union Files Charges for Labor Law Violations
MKE County

Trade Hotel Union Files Charges for Labor Law Violations

Complaints allege company barred pro-union communications. NLRB will investigate.

Trade Hotel Workers Organizing Union

Trade Hotel Workers Organizing Union

Lead organizer Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers alleges labor violations.

MKE County: Parks Updating Countywide Trail Plan
MKE County

Parks Updating Countywide Trail Plan

Planning process seeks citizen input on future of Milwaukee trail system.

Transportation: Frontier Begins New Nonstop Flights To East Coast
Transportation

Frontier Begins New Nonstop Flights To East Coast

It's now easier to travel from Milwaukee Mitchell.

Vice President Kamala Harris Promotes Economic Agenda in Milwaukee Visit

Vice President Kamala Harris Promotes Economic Agenda in Milwaukee Visit

Harris joins entertainer D.L. Hughley for her nationwide "Economic Opportunity Tour" in the lead up to the presidential election.

Habitat Begins Construction Season With Big Goals

Habitat Begins Construction Season With Big Goals

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity plans to build 32 new homes for first-time homebuyers in 2024.

MKE County: Juneau Park Beer Garden Opens Friday
MKE County

Juneau Park Beer Garden Opens Friday

Beer garden opens for second season in downtown park with lake views.

Transportation: MCTS Announces Summer Bus Service Changes
Transportation

MCTS Announces Summer Bus Service Changes

Connect 1 will begin running to lakefront and 10 lines will increase or reduce frequency.

MKE County: Climate Change Threatens Milwaukee’s Coastline
MKE County

Climate Change Threatens Milwaukee’s Coastline

New report documents big changes, multiple threats to miles of valuable coastline.

Evers, Packers Welcome NFL Draft to Wisconsin

Evers, Packers Welcome NFL Draft to Wisconsin

2025 NFL Draft will be held in Green Bay. At least 250,000 fans expected to attend.

MKE County: Airport Park Gets New Playground
MKE County

Airport Park Gets New Playground

After years in limbo, Mitchell Airport Park's playground, one of the county's oldest, will be replaced.

MKE County: Bader Philanthropies Supports Affordable Housing Project in Franklin
MKE County

Bader Philanthropies Supports Affordable Housing Project in Franklin

Will buy land for affordable housing project for adults with disabilities.

Pony Rides Returning to Zoo

Pony Rides Returning to Zoo

The rides will return in June for first time since 2020.

MKE County: Cinco De Mayo Violence, Viral Video Prompt Community Response
MKE County

Cinco De Mayo Violence, Viral Video Prompt Community Response

County supervisor wants community events moved into parks for better security.

Alexander, Goodwin Running For Same Assembly Seat

Alexander, Goodwin Running For Same Assembly Seat

The two candidates previously faced off running for a seat on the Milwaukee County Board.

MKE County: Crowley Sworn In For Second Term Before Large Crowd
MKE County

Crowley Sworn In For Second Term Before Large Crowd

The county executive announces new plans for affordable housing and transit funding. And hints at gubernatorial run.

MKE County: Supervisors Want Higher Fines for Illegal Dumping
MKE County

Supervisors Want Higher Fines for Illegal Dumping

Current fine is $200. Dumping costing Parks approximately $14,000 a year to clean up.

MKE County: Crowley Backs Affordable Housing in Franklin
MKE County

Crowley Backs Affordable Housing in Franklin

Commits $2.5 million to support development of 12 units for persons with disabilities.

MKE County: Legalize Hammocks!
MKE County

Legalize Hammocks!

Parks Department seeks repeal of ordinance outlawing hammocks in county parks.

MPM Holds Groundbreaking for $240 Million Museum

MPM Holds Groundbreaking for $240 Million Museum

Construction will begin soon on Public Museum's new five-story facility.

MKE County: County Seeks New Youth Commissioners
MKE County

County Seeks New Youth Commissioners

14 seats on 18-member youth commission will be open in 2025.

Sequanna Taylor Running for State Assembly

Sequanna Taylor Running for State Assembly

After years on county board, Taylor has seen how state laws greatly impact local issues.

MKE County: Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Could Be Sold
MKE County

Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Could Be Sold

New report looks at future of museums, with selling them a last resort.

MKE County: Huge Air Cargo Facility Proposed for Airport
MKE County

Huge Air Cargo Facility Proposed for Airport

Dallas-based real estate company Crow Holdings proposing 337,000-square-foot facility.

MKE County: Pat Connaughton Foundation Renovating Meaux Park Basketball Courts
MKE County

Pat Connaughton Foundation Renovating Meaux Park Basketball Courts

Meaux Park courts used for historic Warning League youth basketball program.

Embattled School Board Director Aisha Carr Resigns

Embattled School Board Director Aisha Carr Resigns

Carr has been a controversial school board director, and faced a potential disciplinary investigation.

MKE County: Cudahy Nature Preserve Receives Old-Growth Forest Designation
MKE County

Cudahy Nature Preserve Receives Old-Growth Forest Designation

Nature preserve recognized by national network of old-growth forests.

Transportation: Spirit Adds New Flights to Dallas
Transportation

Spirit Adds New Flights to Dallas

New flights to and from Milwaukee's Mitchell airport will run three times a week.

MKE County: Boerner Botanical Gardens Opening 50th Summer Season
MKE County

Boerner Botanical Gardens Opening 50th Summer Season

The prized public gardens open for the season Wednesday, May 1.

Kohl Philanthropies Donates $2 Million to New Public Museum

Kohl Philanthropies Donates $2 Million to New Public Museum

Grant supports new museum facility and free membership for educators.

Transportation: MCTS Expands Summerfest Service
Transportation

MCTS Expands Summerfest Service

MCTS will run three park-and-ride shuttles to and from Summerfest this year.

MKE County: Whitnall Park Beer Garden Opens This Week
MKE County

Whitnall Park Beer Garden Opens This Week

Beer garden offering 24 taps and summer pig roasts opens May 1.

Wisconsin Policy Forum Leader Rob Henken Stepping Down

Wisconsin Policy Forum Leader Rob Henken Stepping Down

Longtime president will become part-time director of Herzfeld Foundation.

MKE County: Zoo Breaks Ground on New Rhino Facility
MKE County

Zoo Breaks Ground on New Rhino Facility

$23 million project will bring rhinos back to Milwaukee County Zoo for first time since 2021.

MKE County: County Executive, Mayor Meet With Inmates to Discuss Second Chances
MKE County

County Executive, Mayor Meet With Inmates to Discuss Second Chances

Crowley and Johnson were joined by Chief Judge Carl Ashley at Community Reintegration Center.

Transportation: Paratransit Taxis Could Return This Year
Transportation

Paratransit Taxis Could Return This Year

A task force has outlined a new, scaled-back taxi program the county could implement this year.

Transportation: Milwaukee An Outlier For Rising Traffic Deaths
Transportation

Milwaukee An Outlier For Rising Traffic Deaths

Up by 113% in Milwaukee County in past two decades while declining by 36% statewide.

Transportation: Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours
Transportation

Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours

$2 million worth of MCTS buses were totaled by reckless drivers in just two days last week.

MKE County: Sherman Park Revitalization Project Begins
MKE County

Sherman Park Revitalization Project Begins

$2.5 million project includes more than a dozen planned improvements to the park.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Will Open for Summer
MKE County

McKinley Beach Will Open for Summer

After drownings, beach has been closed since 2020.

MKE County: Soul Food Restaurant Coming to Humboldt Park
MKE County

Soul Food Restaurant Coming to Humboldt Park

Karol's Kitchen and Catering will replace Triciclo Peru at beer garden.

MKE County: County Seeks Contractors for Youth Detention Center
MKE County

County Seeks Contractors for Youth Detention Center

A $31 million project to create addition to Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center.

MKE County: New Domes Plan Expected This Summer
MKE County

New Domes Plan Expected This Summer

Friends group working with Parks on final plan for Mitchell Park Domes. But will it work?

MKE County: Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing
MKE County

Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing

Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.

MKE County: ‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus
MKE County

‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus

Following deadly crash, county officials call for community responsibility, more tools and funding to address reckless driving.

MKE County: County Funding Early Childhood, Parenting Programs
MKE County

County Funding Early Childhood, Parenting Programs

Community Advocates works with county to support six nonprofit organizations.

MKE County: Parks Announces Discount Days for Domes, Wehr Nature Center
MKE County

Parks Announces Discount Days for Domes, Wehr Nature Center

Special days each month aim to attract more visitors.

MKE County: County Expanding Emergency Housing Offering on South Side
MKE County

County Expanding Emergency Housing Offering on South Side

Purchase-and-rehab project underway for S. 22nd Street.

MKE County: Parks Makes Final Push for Summer Lifeguards
MKE County

Parks Makes Final Push for Summer Lifeguards

County hoping to increase lifeguards by 10% in 2024.

MKE County: Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates
MKE County

Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates

Milwaukee Bucks offered a 'life changing experience' for six incarcerated men.

MKE County: Parks Finds Support for Tosa Road-To-Trail Project
MKE County

Parks Finds Support for Tosa Road-To-Trail Project

A section of Underwood Creek Parkway would become mixed-use trail.

Transportation: Off-Board Fare Collection Begins on Connect 1
Transportation

Off-Board Fare Collection Begins on Connect 1

Transit system adds final piece to its east-west bus rapid transit route.

MKE County: First Majority-Women Milwaukee County Board in History Sworn In
MKE County

First Majority-Women Milwaukee County Board in History Sworn In

Board chair Marcelia Nicholson hangs onto the position for a third-term.

MKE County: Celebrate Milwaukee Day In County Parks
MKE County

Celebrate Milwaukee Day In County Parks

Parks offering deals on admission and concessions along with special stickers.

MKE County: After Veto, Reporting, Board Reverses Course On 36% Raises For Electeds
MKE County

After Veto, Reporting, Board Reverses Course On 36% Raises For Electeds

Special meeting used to support county executive's original proposal of 11.5%.

New Homes Model Future of Affordability

New Homes Model Future of Affordability

Community Development Alliance showcases three model houses that are part of city-changing affordable homeownership effort.

MKE County: Humboldt Park Needs New Food Provider For Beer Garden
MKE County

Humboldt Park Needs New Food Provider For Beer Garden

County looking for new operator after Triciclo Peru closed.

MKE County: Elected Officials Lobbied Board for 36% Pay Hike
MKE County

Elected Officials Lobbied Board for 36% Pay Hike

Actions by constitutional officers raises ethical concerns, county executive's office says.

Support For School Funding Referendums Declining

Support For School Funding Referendums Declining

New report finds voter support rose for years, but now in decline.

MKE County: Public Golf Courses Open for the Season
MKE County

Public Golf Courses Open for the Season

12 of 13 county golf courses have opened. Golf has become cash cow for Parks.

RNC Says Event, Restaurant Bookings Should Begin Soon

RNC Says Event, Restaurant Bookings Should Begin Soon

Why is pace of bookings behind those for Democratic convention in Chicago?

MKE County: Meet The New Milwaukee County Board
MKE County

Meet The New Milwaukee County Board

When the next legislative cycle begins, there will be four new supervisors.

Transportation: Just How Bad Are Milwaukee’s Roads?
Transportation

Just How Bad Are Milwaukee’s Roads?

They are among the worst in the state, which is also doing poorly, new report finds.

MKE County: Who’s Clear Cutting The Lake Bluff?
MKE County

Who’s Clear Cutting The Lake Bluff?

Bluff near Juneau Park looks quite barren, but it's intended to be temporary.

MKE County: County Wins Award for Opioid Settlement Fund Usage
MKE County

County Wins Award for Opioid Settlement Fund Usage

Award applauds the county's investment of settlement funds from opioid epidemic lawsuit.

MKE County: Parks Foundation, Molson Coors Raising $500,000 For Parks
MKE County

Parks Foundation, Molson Coors Raising $500,000 For Parks

Brewery donated $250,000 matching funds to "Cheers to our Parks" campaign.

MKE County: Logsdon Wins Reelection to South Suburban District
MKE County

Logsdon Wins Reelection to South Suburban District

County supervisor defeats challenge from Danelle Kenney.

MKE County: Gómez-Tom Wins Full Term on County Board
MKE County

Gómez-Tom Wins Full Term on County Board

Caroline Gómez-Tom won a special election to fill a vacant seat in 2023.

MKE County: Alexander Fends Off Challenge for Board Seat
MKE County

Alexander Fends Off Challenge for Board Seat

Alexander beats first-time candidate Brandon Williford in district on northwest side.

MKE County: Wasserman Holds Onto County Board Seat
MKE County

Wasserman Holds Onto County Board Seat

Incumbent defeats challenger in district that includes East Side, Downtown and Third Ward.

MKE County: Jack Eckblad Wins Bay View County Board Seat
MKE County

Jack Eckblad Wins Bay View County Board Seat

Defeats Ron Jansen for open seat representing southeastern part of Milwaukee.

MKE County: Liz Sumner Wins County Comptroller Race
MKE County

Liz Sumner Wins County Comptroller Race

Two-term county supervisor will replace longtime comptroller Scott Manske.

MKE County: Crowley Coasts Into Second Term
MKE County

Crowley Coasts Into Second Term

County executive easily wins reelection, thrashing perennial candidate Ieshuh Griffin.

Photo Gallery: Harley Park and The Hub Take Shape
Photo Gallery

Harley Park and The Hub Take Shape

County spruces up park as construction of nearby corporate community park and event space proceeds.

Vote April 2: Meet the Candidates for County Office
Vote April 2

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

MKE County: South Shore Beer Garden Opens Wednesday
MKE County

South Shore Beer Garden Opens Wednesday

County's 2024 beer garden season begins at South Shore Park.

MKE County: Did Supervisor Use False Endorsement?
MKE County

Did Supervisor Use False Endorsement?

Sup. Patti Logsdon promoted endorsement from a school administrator, who says he never gave it.

Vote April 2: Meet the Candidates for County Office
Vote April 2

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

MKE County: County Opens Two Mental Health Crisis Houses
MKE County

County Opens Two Mental Health Crisis Houses

Stabilization houses will provide housing for people experiencing a mental health crisis.

MKE County: Crowley Vetoes Big Salary Hikes for Elected Officials
MKE County

Crowley Vetoes Big Salary Hikes for Elected Officials

36% pay hikes passed by board are 'unprecedented and irresponsible,' Crowley chides.

MKE County: Homelessness Increasing in Milwaukee
MKE County

Homelessness Increasing in Milwaukee

Began rising during pandemic and has continued since then, new report finds.

MKE County: County Offering $2.8 Million For Opioid Addiction Programs
MKE County

County Offering $2.8 Million For Opioid Addiction Programs

Awarding grants for addiction prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery.

MKE County: No More Free Boat Slips for Police
MKE County

No More Free Boat Slips for Police

Board ends agreement with city and MPD tied to 1995 grant for McKinley Marina.

MKE County: Why Is North Point Parking Lot Closed?
MKE County

Why Is North Point Parking Lot Closed?

County Parks closing popular lakefront lot to reconstruct shoreline stone barrier.

MKE County: Board Backs Less Road-To-Trail Conversion in Jackson Park
MKE County

Board Backs Less Road-To-Trail Conversion in Jackson Park

Board backs area supervisors' proposal that costs more money.

Northwestern Mutual Will Buy University Club

Northwestern Mutual Will Buy University Club

The Georgian Revival building was home to downtown club for 125 years.

K-12 Education: MPS Makes the Case for Referendum
K-12 Education

MPS Makes the Case for Referendum

Principals say they need funding to maintain their schools' current operations.

MKE County: Board Approves Unprecedented Pay Raise For Elected Officials
MKE County

Board Approves Unprecedented Pay Raise For Elected Officials

Board approves unprecedented 36% salary increases for elected officials without saying a word.

MKE County: Board Approves Insulin Price-Fixing Lawsuit
MKE County

Board Approves Insulin Price-Fixing Lawsuit

Plus: County will do business with historic bank, a new bus replacement policy and new housing-related projects are approved.

MKE County: County Board Wants Ceasefire In Gaza, But Only By A Narrow Margin
MKE County

County Board Wants Ceasefire In Gaza, But Only By A Narrow Margin

Fight over underlying language divides board.

MKE County: New Dashboard Shows Where, When Car Crashes Are Happening
MKE County

New Dashboard Shows Where, When Car Crashes Are Happening

Effort part of a larger push to address reckless driving and traffic safety.

MKE County: See The 2024 Traveling Beer Garden Schedule
MKE County

See The 2024 Traveling Beer Garden Schedule

New stop added at Kops Park.

MKE County: County’s Paratransit Service Shows Improvement
MKE County

County’s Paratransit Service Shows Improvement

French company hired by MCTS to transport people with disabilities has improved service.

MKE County: 8 Takeaways From Crowley’s State of the County Speech
MKE County

8 Takeaways From Crowley’s State of the County Speech

And a new slogan: 'What’s good for Milwaukee County is good for the entire state.'

MKE County: Parks Seek 400 Seasonal Workers by Summer
MKE County

Parks Seek 400 Seasonal Workers by Summer

County offering $100 referral bonuses for new hires and returning seasonal workers.

MKE County: Board Supports Professional Licensing for DACA Recipients
MKE County

Board Supports Professional Licensing for DACA Recipients

Bipartisan state legislation failed to pass, but county supervisors get behind the policy.

MKE County: Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives
MKE County

Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives

Program would incentivize landlords to accept tenants receiving rental assistance.

MKE County: County Gets $2 Million Federal Funding for Affordable Housing
MKE County

County Gets $2 Million Federal Funding for Affordable Housing

Funding included in congressional earmarks for latest appropriations bill.

MKE County: County Funds Black-Owned Bank’s Capital Campaign
MKE County

County Funds Black-Owned Bank’s Capital Campaign

Columbia Savings & Loan seeking to raise $10 million in deposits to fund 100 home loans.

Say Goodbye to the Zoo’s Steam Engines

Say Goodbye to the Zoo’s Steam Engines

Zoo selling steam engines to a Wisconsin Dells train museum, replacing them with new locomotives.

MKE County: County Budget Woes Expected To Return Next Year
MKE County

County Budget Woes Expected To Return Next Year

Despite new sales tax, county likely to have to cut positions and programs.

Transportation: 35th Street Bike-Bus Study Begins This Summer
Transportation

35th Street Bike-Bus Study Begins This Summer

MCDOT will test interventions aimed at increasing safety for pedestrians and transit users.

MKE County: Parks Committee Backs Jackson Park Trail ‘Compromise’
MKE County

Parks Committee Backs Jackson Park Trail ‘Compromise’

Parks committee backs plan to downsize trail conversion along Jackson Park Drive.

Construction of New Museum Scheduled for Summer

Construction of New Museum Scheduled for Summer

Milwaukee Public Museum progressing on private fundraising needed to begin construction.

MPS Referendum Would Reverse Effects of Declining State Funding

MPS Referendum Would Reverse Effects of Declining State Funding

The district's enrollment has declined by 31.5% and staffing by 36.8% since 2004.

Transportation: Connect 1 Fare Collection Begins in April
Transportation

Connect 1 Fare Collection Begins in April

Transit system finally receives fare validators for the east-west bus rapid transit route.

MKE County: Supervisors Seek Change to Housing Discrimination Law
MKE County

Supervisors Seek Change to Housing Discrimination Law

Change in state law needed for county to address housing voucher discrimination.

MKE County: County Getting $4 Million Federal Funding for Transit, Parks
MKE County

County Getting $4 Million Federal Funding for Transit, Parks

Return of federal earmarks, advocacy by Rep. Moore and Sen. Baldwin delivers for county.

Transportation: Make Your Opinion Known On Second BRT Line
Transportation

Make Your Opinion Known On Second BRT Line

MCTS wants more public input before it begins detailed planning of the route.

MKE County: County Partnering With Froedtert on Employee Health Clinics
MKE County

County Partnering With Froedtert on Employee Health Clinics

County aims to use federal funds to create clinics designed to save money in future years.

MKE County: Supervisors Seek Even Bigger Raises For County Officers
MKE County

Supervisors Seek Even Bigger Raises For County Officers

Committee unanimously supports a $33,000 raise for all three constitutional officers.

MKE County: Joint City-County Housing Committee Gaining Support
MKE County

Joint City-County Housing Committee Gaining Support

County Board committee provides first county approval for joint housing initiative.

MKE County: Lincoln Park’s Henry Aaron Field Getting New Lighting
MKE County

Lincoln Park’s Henry Aaron Field Getting New Lighting

Parks would provide We Energies free utility easement so it can install new electrical infrastructure for lighting.

MKE County: New County Building Could Run on Solar Power
MKE County

New County Building Could Run on Solar Power

County planning 31,000 square feet in solar arrays to power new human services building.

MKE County: Huge Turnout Supports Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
MKE County

Huge Turnout Supports Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

But committee rejects language accusing Israel of 'genocide' and can't agree on resolution.

Transportation: Miller Lite Free Rides Return for St. Patrick’s Day
Transportation

Miller Lite Free Rides Return for St. Patrick’s Day

Molson-Coors sponsoring free rides on MCTS buses Saturday, March 16.

Urban Native Leaders Promote the Vote

Urban Native Leaders Promote the Vote

Tribal leaders and organizations encourage native voter turnout at community event.

MKE County: Sherman Park Construction Will Begin This Spring
MKE County

Sherman Park Construction Will Begin This Spring

A new splash pad, bike loop and pathways will be constructed.

Transportation: 7 Takeaways From Milwaukee County’s Reckless Driving Report
Transportation

7 Takeaways From Milwaukee County’s Reckless Driving Report

One in four traffic fatalities are a bicyclist or pedestrian.

Transportation: Transit Officials Done With Battery Electric Buses
Transportation

Transit Officials Done With Battery Electric Buses

Officials want to stick with clean-diesel until technology, market conditions improve.

MKE County: Crowley Touts New Era for Parks Spending
MKE County

Crowley Touts New Era for Parks Spending

County Executive signs $500,000 funding for parks using proceeds from new sales tax.

MKE County: Whitnall Beer Garden Opening This Weekend
MKE County

Whitnall Beer Garden Opening This Weekend

With unseasonably warm weather, Parks hosting first beer garden pop-up since 2017.

Museum Begins Epic Task Packing Collections

Museum Begins Epic Task Packing Collections

Milwaukee Public Museum must pack and transport 4 million items to new museum.

MKE County: Three County Officials Could Get Pay Hike
MKE County

Three County Officials Could Get Pay Hike

County Clerk, Treasurer and Register of Deeds could make six-figure salaries if board okays it.

MKE County: Crowley Signs First in State Housing Proposal
MKE County

Crowley Signs First in State Housing Proposal

$1 million to provide emergency shelter for people in crisis and affordable-rate apartments.

MKE County: Area Supervisors Want Less Road-To-Trail Conversion In Jackson Park
MKE County

Area Supervisors Want Less Road-To-Trail Conversion In Jackson Park

'The trail will be wonderful for everybody else,' but not nearby residents, supervisor says.

Campaign Targets MPS Funding Referendum

Campaign Targets MPS Funding Referendum

Atty Dan Adams forms Milwaukeeans For Affordable Housing, bashes proposed tax hike.

Transportation: MCTS Seeking Board Approval For 27th Street BRT Line
Transportation

MCTS Seeking Board Approval For 27th Street BRT Line

And unlike east-west line, Connect 2 wouldn't use battery electric buses.

MKE County: Proposal Would Incentivize Landlords To Accept Assistance Vouchers
MKE County

Proposal Would Incentivize Landlords To Accept Assistance Vouchers

Proposal seeks to address housing voucher discrimination by adding incentives for landlords.

Campaign Wants You To “Vote Yes For MPS” On School Referendum

Campaign Wants You To “Vote Yes For MPS” On School Referendum

Group urges voters to support property tax increase for students.

Young Adult Resource Center Expands to South Side

Young Adult Resource Center Expands to South Side

Owen's Place connects young people with employment opportunities and mental health resources.

Longtime Supervisor and Political Newcomer Advance In County Board Primary

Longtime Supervisor and Political Newcomer Advance In County Board Primary

Deanna Alexander and Brandon Williford advance to general election for County Board District 18 in April.

MKE County: County Will Sue Insulin Companies for Price-Fixing
MKE County

County Will Sue Insulin Companies for Price-Fixing

County's attorneys seek to join another multi-jurisdictional lawsuit, like the one brought successfully brought against opioid companies.

Transportation: Airport Plans Big Increase In Flights For Spring Breakers
Transportation

Airport Plans Big Increase In Flights For Spring Breakers

19% more flights than same time last year.

MKE County: Will County Ever Be Able to Afford Parks System?
MKE County

Will County Ever Be Able to Afford Parks System?

New Wisconsin Policy Forum report looks at potential tools and agreements to pay for park maintenance.

Transportation: Route 30 Will Return To Downer Avenue in March
Transportation

Route 30 Will Return To Downer Avenue in March

Direct access to Downtown was cut amidst the launch of Connect 1 BRT line.

Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras

Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras

Mayor Johnson, County Executive Crowley say cameras are proven tool for addressing reckless driving.

MKE County: Whitefish Bay Affordable Housing Development Approved on Appeal
MKE County

Whitefish Bay Affordable Housing Development Approved on Appeal

Village Board of Appeals overturns controversial decision by architectural review commission.

MKE County: John Remington Appointed Circuit Court Judge
MKE County

John Remington Appointed Circuit Court Judge

Remington is a partner and civil litigator at Quarles & Brady.

MKE County: Why Historic Whitnall Golf Course Needs Redesign
MKE County

Why Historic Whitnall Golf Course Needs Redesign

New irrigation system, practice facilities part of once-in- a-century redesign.

Transportation: What’s Happening With Second BRT Project?
Transportation

What’s Happening With Second BRT Project?

MCTS will host public meetings as it seeks federal funds for 27th Street BRT.

MKE County: Parks Seeks Kosciuszko Community Center Members
MKE County

Parks Seeks Kosciuszko Community Center Members

Center offers many activities, amenities. Holding an open house all day Tuesday.

MKE County: County Treasurer Dave Cullen Announces Reelection Bid
MKE County

County Treasurer Dave Cullen Announces Reelection Bid

With many endorsements, Cullen faces Ted Chisholm in Democratic primary.

MKE County: County’s Top Attorney Leaving For Broadcasting Job
MKE County

County’s Top Attorney Leaving For Broadcasting Job

Corp Counsel Margaret Daun will join Civic Media and host daily radio show.

Marquette Starbucks Workers Win Union Election

Marquette Starbucks Workers Win Union Election

A majority of workers voted unionize, joining a nationwide union representing Starbucks employees.

Planned Parenthood Workers Win Union Election

Planned Parenthood Workers Win Union Election

Next up is negotiating a contract.

MKE County: County Beefing Up Translation Services
MKE County

County Beefing Up Translation Services

Supervisor Caroline Gómez-Tom's 2023 proposal quickly moving forward.

MKE County: Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project
MKE County

Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project

Parks department wants portion of Jackson Park Drive with no driveways converted to trail.

MKE County: How Do You Calculate a Project’s Climate Impact?
MKE County

How Do You Calculate a Project’s Climate Impact?

County government has developed a formula to evaluate that for infrastructure projects.

Transportation: Frontier Adding Nonstop Flights to Philly
Transportation

Frontier Adding Nonstop Flights to Philly

Flights to run three days a week out of Mitchell Airport with introductory fare of $19!

Brewers, Summerfest Offering Free Tickets to County Lifeguards

Brewers, Summerfest Offering Free Tickets to County Lifeguards

These and other freebies will help county recruit lifeguards, address the ongoing shortage.

City Opens New Early Voting Site

City Opens New Early Voting Site

Early voting has begun for spring primary election on Feb. 20.

Charles Allis Premieres Photo Exhibition This Weekend

Charles Allis Premieres Photo Exhibition This Weekend

'Screen Time' considers internet-age photography by artists from across the globe.

MKE County: City TIFs Becoming Useful Tool for County Parks
MKE County

City TIFs Becoming Useful Tool for County Parks

Red Arrow Park is latest-county asset to benefit from city's Tax Incremental Financing.

MKE County: Board Votes to Wait for City Bodycam Lawsuit Ruling
MKE County

Board Votes to Wait for City Bodycam Lawsuit Ruling

County considering policy like the city's for release of body cam videos for officers.

MKE County: Meet the 2024 Rosa Parks Scholarship Winners
MKE County

Meet the 2024 Rosa Parks Scholarship Winners

Three Milwaukee area high school students earn $1,000 each.

MKE County: Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park
MKE County

Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park

Plus: A controversial penguin project is funded, funding for southside dog park is paused and 'high-impact' parks projects are funded.

New Federal Rules May Require Public Museum to Remove Some Exhibits

New Federal Rules May Require Public Museum to Remove Some Exhibits

Regulations require prior consultation with Native American tribes and descendants before items can be exhibited.

Transportation: MCTS Still Not Using All Its Electric Buses
Transportation

MCTS Still Not Using All Its Electric Buses

MCTS only operating five out of 11 BEBs on a daily basis.

Transportation: Airport Has Best Traffic Year Since 2019
Transportation

Airport Has Best Traffic Year Since 2019

Milwaukee Mitchell confirms more than 6 million passengers traveled through airport in 2023.

MKE County: A Battle Over Sheriff’s Bodycam Policy
MKE County

A Battle Over Sheriff’s Bodycam Policy

Two supervisors push for faster public release of video evidence, but committee says no.

MKE County: Crowley Approves New Zoo Entrance
MKE County

Crowley Approves New Zoo Entrance

County wants new zoo entrance to reduce car backups on Bluemound Road.

Warehouse Art Museum Is Moving

Warehouse Art Museum Is Moving

Modern and contemporary art museum founded in 2018 moving to undisclosed new location.

MKE County: County Announces Home Repair Program for Seniors
MKE County

County Announces Home Repair Program for Seniors

Including interest free loans for repairs and grants for accessibility improvements.

MKE County: Supervisors Upset By Penguin Project’s Increased Cost
MKE County

Supervisors Upset By Penguin Project’s Increased Cost

Design error leads to $1.5 million hike in cost. 'Somebody's head should roll for that.'

MKE County: New Runway Dog Park? Maybe Not
MKE County

New Runway Dog Park? Maybe Not

Funding source and timeline raise concerns, but county board may be split on the issue.

Lena Taylor Appointed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Lena Taylor Appointed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Long-serving state senator is latest Evers appointment to local circuit court.

MKE County: Parks Planning ‘High-Impact’ Investments in 2024
MKE County

Parks Planning ‘High-Impact’ Investments in 2024

Seeking projects that can be quickly implemented, leverage additional funding or prepare for the future.

MKE County: Former Bus-Streetcar Facility To House Custom Shipping Container Company
MKE County

Former Bus-Streetcar Facility To House Custom Shipping Container Company

Containers Up buying former MCTS facility from Milwaukee County.

Transportation: WisDOT Getting Closer to I-794 Project Recommendations
Transportation

WisDOT Getting Closer to I-794 Project Recommendations

Seeking 'most feasible' ways to tear down 1 mile (or less) stretch of downtown freeway.

MKE County: County Expanding Narcan Vending Machine Program
MKE County

County Expanding Narcan Vending Machine Program

Officials want to add 8 more in Milwaukee; businesses, nonprofits urged to request one.

MKE County: Supervisors Push Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
MKE County

Supervisors Push Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

Led by Sup. Ryan Clancy, four supervisors want board to take vote on foreign policy.

MKE County: Board Gives Go-Ahead for Jail Audit
MKE County

Board Gives Go-Ahead for Jail Audit

Policymakers authorize audit looking into cause of deaths at Milwaukee County Jail.

MKE County: Could Shuttered Runway Dog Park Be Replaced?
MKE County

Could Shuttered Runway Dog Park Be Replaced?

Park near airport shut down after FAA objections. Supervisor pushes for a replacement.

Groundhog Day? It’s Penguin Day in Milwaukee

Groundhog Day? It’s Penguin Day in Milwaukee

Milwaukee County Zoo will use a Humboldt Penguin to predict the arrival of spring.

MKE County: Urban Ecology Center Adding Trail Connection, Greenspace to Riverside Park
MKE County

Urban Ecology Center Adding Trail Connection, Greenspace to Riverside Park

Planned event hall development includes features designed for public access, recreation.

MKE County: Ted Chisholm Running for County Treasurer
MKE County

Ted Chisholm Running for County Treasurer

Milwaukee DA's son, formerly the sheriff's chief of staff, to oppose incumbent David Cullen.

MKE County: Juvenile Justice Facility Construction Could Start in Spring
MKE County

Juvenile Justice Facility Construction Could Start in Spring

New facility in Milwaukee will keep county youth out of state juvenile prisons.

MKE County: Tight Housing Market Squeezing Out Poorest Renters
MKE County

Tight Housing Market Squeezing Out Poorest Renters

Even those with federal housing vouchers. Can Housing Division solve the problems?

MKE County: Could Underwood Creek Parkway Become A Trail?
MKE County

Could Underwood Creek Parkway Become A Trail?

Parkway has been closed since 2020 due to interstate construction.

MKE County: Construction on New Kohl Park Trail Planned for Spring
MKE County

Construction on New Kohl Park Trail Planned for Spring

2.6 mile trail will run through park and connect to Oak Leaf Trail.

Annual Train Show Returns to Domes

Annual Train Show Returns to Domes

'Tiny Toy Towns' include small towns built of children's toys that G-scale model trains ride through.

MKE County: County Youth In State Prisons Declining Again
MKE County

County Youth In State Prisons Declining Again

After spike in 2022, number of youth sent to state juvenile prisons dropped in 2023.

MKE County: Unique Housing Project Planned for Uptown Neighborhood
MKE County

Unique Housing Project Planned for Uptown Neighborhood

Project near 50th and North first in state to include both affordable rentals and crisis beds.

MKE County: Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor
MKE County

Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor

He has served for 17 years as DA, overseeing turbulent times in city's history.

MKE County: Habitat Restoration Coming to Kohl Park
MKE County

Habitat Restoration Coming to Kohl Park

Part of massive environmental cleanup effort. Project would tie in with new bike trail, create large natural area.

MKE County: Milwaukee Under Winter Storm Emergency, Many Offices Closed
MKE County

Milwaukee Under Winter Storm Emergency, Many Offices Closed

Declaration closes public buildings like the courthouse Friday.

MKE County: County Board Campaign Derailed by False Nomination Signatures
MKE County

County Board Campaign Derailed by False Nomination Signatures

Sup. Steve Taylor's opponent Andrew Matias booted from District 17 race by election commission.

MKE County: Kent Lovern Announces Campaign for DA
MKE County

Kent Lovern Announces Campaign for DA

Milwaukee County Chief Deputy DA seeks to replace his boss John Chisholm, who will retire.

MKE County: Traffic Fatalities Show Racial Disparities
MKE County

Traffic Fatalities Show Racial Disparities

County Department of Transportation crunching data as part of reckless driving project.

MKE County: Whitefish Bay Affordable Housing Project Stalled
MKE County

Whitefish Bay Affordable Housing Project Stalled

Planned affordable development rejected by village commission on aesthetic grounds.

MKE County: Second Candidate Joins Race for County Comptroller
MKE County

Second Candidate Joins Race for County Comptroller

Capital Midwest Fund partner Michael Harper will run against Sup. Liz Sumner.

MKE County: Board Must Set Terms for Third Party Jail Audit
MKE County

Board Must Set Terms for Third Party Jail Audit

Supervisors will hear from county auditors on what is needed for the audit.

MKE County: Wrong Paperwork Gets County Board Candidate Tossed From Ballot
MKE County

Wrong Paperwork Gets County Board Candidate Tossed From Ballot

Ryan Antczak, a former Republican state Assembly candidate, circulated the wrong paperwork for nomination signatures.

MKE County: District Attorney John Chisholm Won’t Seek Reelection
MKE County

District Attorney John Chisholm Won’t Seek Reelection

Chisholm has served as Milwaukee County District Attorney since 2007.

MKE County: Rematch Set For Southside County Board Seat
MKE County

Rematch Set For Southside County Board Seat

Gómez-Tom vs Sanchez, again, for a full term on county board.

MKE County: Ice Skating Returns to Red Arrow Park
MKE County

Ice Skating Returns to Red Arrow Park

Free, outdoor ice rink is finally open.

MKE County: Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board
MKE County

Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board

Sky Capriolo running for seat vacated by Sup. Peter Burgelis, who will run for alderman.

Planned Parenthood Workers Unionizing

Planned Parenthood Workers Unionizing

More than 100 workers organizing union in Wisconsin.

Transportation: 10 Most Popular MCTS Routes in 2023
Transportation

10 Most Popular MCTS Routes in 2023

Top route had 7,300 rides per day. Future BRT corridors rank among most popular.

MKE County: County Supervisor Patti Logsdon Faces Challenger
MKE County

County Supervisor Patti Logsdon Faces Challenger

Danelle Kenney running for District 9. Will Rock Sports Complex be an issue?

Transportation: Free Bus Rides On New Year’s Eve
Transportation

Free Bus Rides On New Year’s Eve

For 35th year, Molson Coors is sponsoring free bus rides on all MCTS routes.

Transportation: MCTS Ridership Grows in 2023, Still Far Behind Pre-Pandemic Numbers
Transportation

MCTS Ridership Grows in 2023, Still Far Behind Pre-Pandemic Numbers

Transit system making year over years gains, but still hovering near half of 2019 ridership.

Transportation: Airport Closing In On Pre-Pandemic Traffic
Transportation

Airport Closing In On Pre-Pandemic Traffic

Milwaukee Mitchell on track to crack 6 million passengers for first time since 2019.

MKE County: Board Extends Racine Jail Transfer Contract
MKE County

Board Extends Racine Jail Transfer Contract

Sheriff's office says it needs this option in case of overcrowding.

MKE County: Board Approves New Correctional Food Contract
MKE County

Board Approves New Correctional Food Contract

Florida company will serve jail and CRC, replacing much criticized Aramark Corporation.

MKE County: Board Adds Funding For Housing, Violence Prevention
MKE County

Board Adds Funding For Housing, Violence Prevention

$1.6 million for medical debt program wasn't spent, reallocated to other programs.

MKE County: Board Approves Affordable Housing Funding, Bike Trail, Solar Study
MKE County

Board Approves Affordable Housing Funding, Bike Trail, Solar Study

Plus: A new overlook for the improved Kletzsch Dam.

MKE County: Board Approves Much Debated Health Travel Program, Once Focused On Abortion
MKE County

Board Approves Much Debated Health Travel Program, Once Focused On Abortion

Proposal began as attempt to pay for travel costs related to out of state abortions.

MKE County: Largest Fish Barrier Between Grafton and Lake Michigan Removed
MKE County

Largest Fish Barrier Between Grafton and Lake Michigan Removed

New fish passage opens up 54 miles of habitat for native species like northern pike and sturgeon.

Workers At Starbucks on Marquette Campus Demand a Union

Workers At Starbucks on Marquette Campus Demand a Union

It's the first Starbucks in city of Milwaukee to organize a union.

MKE County: Staffing Improves At Correctional Facilities
MKE County

Staffing Improves At Correctional Facilities

But still understaffed: County jail reaches 74% of full staffing level and CRC 83%.

MKE County: In-Person Visits Return to Community Reintegration Center
MKE County

In-Person Visits Return to Community Reintegration Center

County correctional center has not allowed such visits for more than a decade.

Transportation: Airport Plans to Repair, Replace Taxiways
Transportation

Airport Plans to Repair, Replace Taxiways

Mitchell International Airport awarded $8.7 million in federal funds to pay for this.

MKE County: Supervisors Hopeful for Pool Openings in 2024
MKE County

Supervisors Hopeful for Pool Openings in 2024

Committee adds funding to Parks budget for this, but more pools are not guaranteed.

MKE County: County Officials Change Jail Food Provider
MKE County

County Officials Change Jail Food Provider

Contract with Trinity Services Group, starting at $6.2 million annually, needs county board approval.

MKE County: Third Candidate Will Run for Northwest Side County Board Seat
MKE County

Third Candidate Will Run for Northwest Side County Board Seat

Brandon Williford joins race for District 18, opposing incumbent Deanna Alexander.

MKE County: County Would Fund Three Suburban Affordable Housing Developments
MKE County

County Would Fund Three Suburban Affordable Housing Developments

Projects in Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee and Brown Deer secure support from board's Finance Committee.

MKE County: Supervisors Support New Zoo Entrance
MKE County

Supervisors Support New Zoo Entrance

Current location of Zoo entrance causing traffic backups, safety issues on Bluemound Road, supervisor says.

MKE County: Public Museum Experiencing Frequent Maintenance Issues
MKE County

Public Museum Experiencing Frequent Maintenance Issues

MPM reports regular breakdowns of circulation and temperature control systems.

MKE County: So Much for That Free Bike Trail
MKE County

So Much for That Free Bike Trail

Supervisors consider killing deal for pedestrian infrastructure that Wauwatosa would pay for.

Transportation: Airport Gets Federal Funds for Runway Rehab
Transportation

Airport Gets Federal Funds for Runway Rehab

Mitchell International Airport awarded $8.7 million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

MKE County: MPM Needs $35 Million To Begin New Museum Construction
MKE County

MPM Needs $35 Million To Begin New Museum Construction

Needs this to reach $100 million in private donations before spring 2024 groundbreaking.

MKE County: Crowley Backs More Suburban Affordable Housing
MKE County

Crowley Backs More Suburban Affordable Housing

Allocating $6.6 million for projects in Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee and Brown Deer.

MKE County: Supervisors Back Grant for Abandoned Building Redevelopment
MKE County

Supervisors Back Grant for Abandoned Building Redevelopment

Long-vacant, Near-West-Side building to be transformed into larger, subsidized apartments.

MKE County: Supervisor Pushes Kletzsch Park Dam Overlook
MKE County

Supervisor Pushes Kletzsch Park Dam Overlook

$309,000 project would increase access to river, allow portage for canoes, kayaks.

MKE County: Parks Hosting Pancake Dinners, Winter Activities
MKE County

Parks Hosting Pancake Dinners, Winter Activities

Activities include hiking, glow skating, skiing, snowshoeing and pickleball.

Transportation: County Working To Revive On-Demand Paratransit Taxis
Transportation

County Working To Revive On-Demand Paratransit Taxis

Prior service canceled because of concerns about drug testing, vehicles that didn't support wheelchairs.

MKE County: As Deadline Looms, County Should Shift Stimulus Funding
MKE County

As Deadline Looms, County Should Shift Stimulus Funding

County hasn't spent more than half of $184 million grant.

MKE County: Anne O’Connor Running for North Shore County Board Seat
MKE County

Anne O’Connor Running for North Shore County Board Seat

O'Connor is co-founder of Bay Bridge, an advocacy organization focused on racism and segregation.

MKE County: Justin Bielinski Running For Open Seat On County Board
MKE County

Justin Bielinski Running For Open Seat On County Board

Bielinski running for West Allis-centric seat being vacated by Sup. Tony Staskunas.

Transportation: 27th Street Rapid Bus Route Would Launch In 2028
Transportation

27th Street Rapid Bus Route Would Launch In 2028

MCTS working to enter federal grant process to develop second bus rapid transit line.

MKE County: Could New Coggs Building Go Solar?
MKE County

Could New Coggs Building Go Solar?

Two supervisors suggest new Human Services building should include solar power generation.

MKE County: Medical Debt Funding Could Be Shifted to Housing, Violence Prevention
MKE County

Medical Debt Funding Could Be Shifted to Housing, Violence Prevention

County officials have plan for funding earmarked for scuttled medical debt relief project.

MKE County: Highway 100 Project Could Include New Bike Trail
MKE County

Highway 100 Project Could Include New Bike Trail

Wauwatosa will fund bicycle and pedestrian trail, needs land from Milwaukee County Parks.

MKE County: County Taking On Coastal Erosion
MKE County

County Taking On Coastal Erosion

Officials seek a strategic plan for protecting Lake Michigan's coastal bluffs from erosion.

MKE County: Proposal To Eliminate Medical Debt Won’t Move Forward
MKE County

Proposal To Eliminate Medical Debt Won’t Move Forward

Instead, county officials pushed health systems to expand charity care.

Transportation: MCTS Announces 8th Annual Rosa Parks Scholarship
Transportation

MCTS Announces 8th Annual Rosa Parks Scholarship

Transit system will also honor Parks and others with a reserved seat on buses Dec. 1-3.

MKE County: Sheriff Seeks To Keep Transferring Inmates to Racine
MKE County

Sheriff Seeks To Keep Transferring Inmates to Racine

MCSO seeks to extend a contract allowing the jail to transfer individuals to Racine County.

MKE County: Supervisor Wants To Solve Zoo Traffic Back-Ups
MKE County

Supervisor Wants To Solve Zoo Traffic Back-Ups

Sup. Shawn Rolland pushes funding for a reconfiguration of zoo entrance.

MKE County: Parks Budget Surplus Could Fund Infrastructure Projects
MKE County

Parks Budget Surplus Could Fund Infrastructure Projects

Entrepreneurial department wants to use its rising revenues for this, if board agrees.

MKE County: Parks Hiring Lifeguards for 2024 Summer Season
MKE County

Parks Hiring Lifeguards for 2024 Summer Season

Offering bonuses to overcome shortage. Training starts in January.

Transportation: New Bus Route Changes Begin Dec. 3
Transportation

New Bus Route Changes Begin Dec. 3

Some MCTS rides will increase frequency, modify their route or add trips starting next week.

MKE County: County Awarded Federal Funding For Affordable Housing
MKE County

County Awarded Federal Funding For Affordable Housing

$1.8 million grant will help housing aid recipients move to higher-income neighborhoods.

MKE County: Judge Ronnie Murray Will Run  For Full Term
MKE County

Judge Ronnie Murray Will Run For Full Term

Former federal public defender seeks full term after appointment to Circuit Court in July.

MKE County: Parks Plants 1,800 New Trees in 2023
MKE County

Parks Plants 1,800 New Trees in 2023

Tree planting across parks was bolstered in 2023 by friends groups. But is it enough?

Transportation: Connect 1 Ridership Continues to Grow
Transportation

Connect 1 Ridership Continues to Grow

Ridership up 25% since the new bus rapid transit service launched in June.

MKE County: After Gov. Evers Appointed Him, Judge Wants Full-Term On Court
MKE County

After Gov. Evers Appointed Him, Judge Wants Full-Term On Court

Jorge Fragoso was appointed to the bench in September by Gov. Tony Evers.

‘Stuff the Bus’ With Thanksgiving Meal Donations Wednesday

‘Stuff the Bus’ With Thanksgiving Meal Donations Wednesday

Annual food drive a partnership of Feeding America, MCTS, Pick 'n Save.

MKE County: County Funds New Rhino Facility for Zoo
MKE County

County Funds New Rhino Facility for Zoo

New rhino facility is third and final phase of zoo's Adventure Africa exhibit.

Mitchell Park Show Dome To Become A Snow Globe

Mitchell Park Show Dome To Become A Snow Globe

The annual holiday show at The Domes begins Sat. Nov. 18.

MKE County: New Plan Emerging To Save The Domes
MKE County

New Plan Emerging To Save The Domes

Friends of the Domes takes on bigger role in planning for Domes' future.

MKE County: Crowley, Nicholson Herald 2024 Budget As ‘New Day’ for Milwaukee
MKE County

Crowley, Nicholson Herald 2024 Budget As ‘New Day’ for Milwaukee

First budget buoyed by increased sales tax funds historic investments, property tax relief.

Local Arts Coalition Launches Fund Drive

Local Arts Coalition Launches Fund Drive

Milwaukee Small Arts and Culture Cohort, includes 12 groups, seeks to raise $945,000 over 3 years.

MKE County: Donate to Annual King Community Center Turkey Drive
MKE County

Donate to Annual King Community Center Turkey Drive

Community center hopes to provide turkeys for 3,000 families next week.

MKE County: Crowley Will Sign Budget Without Vetoes
MKE County

Crowley Will Sign Budget Without Vetoes

After chiding board for adding spending, county exec decides to sign 2024 budget anyway.

MKE County: Could Park Friends Help Prevent Illegal Dumping?
MKE County

Could Park Friends Help Prevent Illegal Dumping?

County officials think neighborhood groups could watch for and report dumping.

MKE County: Southside Park Getting A Fence You Didn’t Know It Needed
MKE County

Southside Park Getting A Fence You Didn’t Know It Needed

Supervisors add funding for fence around Boerner Botanical Gardens.

MKE County: County, State Break Ground on Forensic Science Center
MKE County

County, State Break Ground on Forensic Science Center

$226 million, 200,000-square-foot facility will house county medical examiner and state's Milwaukee crime lab.

MKE County: Citing Racial Bias, County Ends Birth Cost Recovery Program
MKE County

Citing Racial Bias, County Ends Birth Cost Recovery Program

Practice went after fathers for part of the cost of child birth when Medicaid was used.

MKE County: Board Adopts 2024 Budget, Setting Up Battle With Crowley
MKE County

Board Adopts 2024 Budget, Setting Up Battle With Crowley

The county executive's administration has already pushed back against some of the amendments.

MKE County: Crowley, Medical College Celebrate 50 Years of EMS
MKE County

Crowley, Medical College Celebrate 50 Years of EMS

Paramedics, now taken for granted, were a new and novel concept in 1973.

MKE County: Construction of Road-to-Trail Projects Planned for 2024
MKE County

Construction of Road-to-Trail Projects Planned for 2024

Redundant streets would be made into trails. Public meetings next week.

MKE County: Parks System Losing Trees Faster Than It Can Plant Them
MKE County

Parks System Losing Trees Faster Than It Can Plant Them

Board moving to add funding to 2024 budget for reforestation.

Transportation: Is It the End of Battery Electric Buses for Milwaukee?
Transportation

Is It the End of Battery Electric Buses for Milwaukee?

Top transit officials say there are currently no reliable manufacturers in U.S. market.

MKE County: Rochelle Johnson-Bent Enters Race for Circuit Court Judge
MKE County

Rochelle Johnson-Bent Enters Race for Circuit Court Judge

Johnson-Brent will face State Rep. Marisabel Cabrera in the general election for Branch 43.

Transportation: Supervisors Recommend Funding for On-Demand Paratransit, Despite Objections
Transportation

Supervisors Recommend Funding for On-Demand Paratransit, Despite Objections

Though the funding is likely not enough, and would be realized by issuing debt.

MKE County: Board Moving Closer To County Jail Audit
MKE County

Board Moving Closer To County Jail Audit

An amendment to 2024 budget calls for third-party, independent audit of county jail.

MKE County: Board and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending
MKE County

Board and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending

Board wants to surpass debt limit given new sales tax, surplus.

MKE County: County Will Re-Evaluate Cultural Contributions
MKE County

County Will Re-Evaluate Cultural Contributions

Budget amendment requires review of the different institutions county dollars support.

MKE County: Parks Replaces Tippecanoe Park Playground
MKE County

Parks Replaces Tippecanoe Park Playground

New playground funded through a 2021 real estate deal with Irgens.

MKE County: MCDOT Breaks Ground On New Highway Maintenance Facility
MKE County

MCDOT Breaks Ground On New Highway Maintenance Facility

Will double footprint of northwest side highway maintenance shop, add its first women's bathrooms

MKE County: What’s The Future of The Charles Allis Art Museum?
MKE County

What’s The Future of The Charles Allis Art Museum?

One county budget amendment funds safety repairs, another seeks to end future contributions.

Transportation: Milwaukee County Receives Funding To Test Road Safety Infrastructure
Transportation

Milwaukee County Receives Funding To Test Road Safety Infrastructure

Funding will cover portable speed humps and high-visibility sidewalks.

Public Museum Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Public Museum Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Free admission for tribal members and special programming planned.

Transportation: Bus Service Between Downer and Downtown Could Return
Transportation

Bus Service Between Downer and Downtown Could Return

Service along former GoldLine route could be restored in 2024.

Transportation: Crowley, Transit Officials Oppose ‘Transit Rangers’ Backed By Drivers
Transportation

Crowley, Transit Officials Oppose ‘Transit Rangers’ Backed By Drivers

Board fails to get administration buy-in for transit rangers, pitting union against Crowley and MCTS.

MKE County: Southwest Airlines Announces Non-Stop Flights to San Diego
MKE County

Southwest Airlines Announces Non-Stop Flights to San Diego

Weekly flights to San Diego will start running in June 2024.

MKE County: Sup. Taylor Pushes Funding For Early-Childhood Special-Ed Program
MKE County

Sup. Taylor Pushes Funding For Early-Childhood Special-Ed Program

Sup. Sequanna Taylor pushes funding support critical to maintaining the county's Birth to 3 program.

MKE County: Milwaukee Is First County To Recognize ‘Rights of Nature”
MKE County

Milwaukee Is First County To Recognize ‘Rights of Nature”

County Executive Crowley signs resolution, backed by Native American tribes.

MKE County: Budget Committee Recommends Correction Officer Raises
MKE County

Budget Committee Recommends Correction Officer Raises

Budget amendment would raise starting pay to $30 an hour.

MKE County: Gómez-Tom Advances County’s First Multilingual Initiative
MKE County

Gómez-Tom Advances County’s First Multilingual Initiative

Supervisor seeks to set aside funding for multi-lingual government publications in 2024.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Off On Greendale Barn Restoration
MKE County

Crowley Signs Off On Greendale Barn Restoration

A property on Loomis Road once identified for demolition will be redeveloped for events, Airbnb-style rentals.

Transportation: Board Plans Lobbying Push for Transit Funding
Transportation

Board Plans Lobbying Push for Transit Funding

The county needs state assistance to save transit system from big cuts.

Transportation: Airport Finishes LED Lighting Project
Transportation

Airport Finishes LED Lighting Project

New LED lights provide better illumination and will cut costs in half for airport.

MKE County: State Rep. Marisabel Cabrera Running for Circuit Court
MKE County

State Rep. Marisabel Cabrera Running for Circuit Court

Incumbent Judge Marshall Murray plans to retire at the end of his term.

Culver’s Donates $1 Million for Frozen Custard Exhibit

Culver’s Donates $1 Million for Frozen Custard Exhibit

Owners donation will fund custard shop exhibit at new Milwaukee Public Museum.

MKE County: Alexander Faces Challenge For County Board
MKE County

Alexander Faces Challenge For County Board

John Martin "Marty" Hagedorn files to run for Milwaukee County Board District 18 seat.

MSOE Conservatory Opens in Historic Duplex

MSOE Conservatory Opens in Historic Duplex

New music conservatory housed in former residential duplex on E. Juneau Ave.

MKE County: New Jail Commissary Contract Caps Prices
MKE County

New Jail Commissary Contract Caps Prices

Limiting what private contractors charge for food and hygiene products in jail and CRC.

Experis Workers Announce Union Effort

Experis Workers Announce Union Effort

Workers at video game company owned by Manpower Group file for union election.

MKE County: Kosciuszko Center Remodeling Planned for 2024
MKE County

Kosciuszko Center Remodeling Planned for 2024

Budget proposal includes funding for building improvements.

The Return of Sherman Park Harvest Fest

The Return of Sherman Park Harvest Fest

2nd annual festival on Oct 28 connects community and county government, with free food and entertainment.

MKE County: Courts Still Struggling With Effects of Pandemic
MKE County

Courts Still Struggling With Effects of Pandemic

Courts also dealing with knock-on effects of understaffing in the sheriff's office.

MKE County: Crowley Announces Reelection Bid
MKE County

Crowley Announces Reelection Bid

David Crowley announces re-election campaign on heels of historic sales tax deal.

Skills Training Returns to Milwaukee Correctional Facility

Skills Training Returns to Milwaukee Correctional Facility

Those at Community Reintegration Center can now receive welding training.

Public Museum Gets New $2 Million Donation

Public Museum Gets New $2 Million Donation

Longtime supporters donate to MPM endowment. Its building drive still needs more donors.

Transportation: Airport Must Improve Security System
Transportation

Airport Must Improve Security System

Cost is nearly $1 million. TSA requiring airports to screen employees for weapons, contraband.

MKE County: The Battle Over Transit Security
MKE County

The Battle Over Transit Security

MCTS and supervisors at odds over how to improve security, protect bus drivers.

MKE County: A Record Year For Public Golf Courses
MKE County

A Record Year For Public Golf Courses

A new high of $10 million in revenue in 2023 for Milwaukee County Parks.

MKE County: County Corrections Staffing, Wages At Issue
MKE County

County Corrections Staffing, Wages At Issue

Facilities understaffed. Sheriff says public safety not a priority in Crowley's budget.

MKE County: 30 New MCTS Buses Included In 2024 Budget
MKE County

30 New MCTS Buses Included In 2024 Budget

But Milwaukee County still has fewer buses than it did pre-pandemic.

MKE County: County Sales Tax Creating Financial Stability Study Says
MKE County

County Sales Tax Creating Financial Stability Study Says

But the $1 billion infrastructure backlog remains a major financial challenge for the county.

MKE County: Comptroller Manske Won’t Seek Reelection
MKE County

Comptroller Manske Won’t Seek Reelection

A county employee since 1992, Manske became the county's first elected financial officer in 2011.

George Marshall Clark Plaque Dedicated in Third Ward

George Marshall Clark Plaque Dedicated in Third Ward

Historic marker memorializes site of Milwaukee's only documented lynching.

Transportation: County Creating Plan to Combat Reckless Driving
Transportation

County Creating Plan to Combat Reckless Driving

Problem at 'crisis level,' county seeks federal funding.

MKE County: Supervisors Waste $300,000
MKE County

Supervisors Waste $300,000

Three supervisors stall parks project at McKinley Marina, costing taxpayers $300,000.

MKE County: Do County Parks Have Too Many Bridges?
MKE County

Do County Parks Have Too Many Bridges?

System has 170 pedestrian bridges, spends millions per year maintaining them.

MKE County: Crowley Backs Biggest Project in County History
MKE County

Crowley Backs Biggest Project in County History

His 2024 budget includes planning, design for $488 million courthouse project.

Transportation: County Planning A Third BRT Line
Transportation

County Planning A Third BRT Line

Crowley's budget includes $50,000 to study line from Downtown to West Allis and Waukesha.

MKE Couny: Wasserman Has Challenger For Board Seat
MKE Couny

Wasserman Has Challenger For Board Seat

Alexander Kostal, a state public defender, is running for District 3.

Transportation: American Airlines Begins Daily Nonstop Flights To Washington D.C.
Transportation

American Airlines Begins Daily Nonstop Flights To Washington D.C.

Nonstop flights to D.C. begin ahead of 2024 Republic National Convention in Milwaukee.

Transportation: Paratransit Recovering From Recent Failures, Officials Say
Transportation

Paratransit Recovering From Recent Failures, Officials Say

But one in 10 buses still more than a half hour late.

MKE County: Clerk Launches Courthouse Navigator Program
MKE County

Clerk Launches Courthouse Navigator Program

New service helps those without a lawyer navigate the courthouse and civil legal processes.

MKE County: Parks System Proposes Demolition Of Vacant Buildings
MKE County

Parks System Proposes Demolition Of Vacant Buildings

County Executive's 2024 budget proposal includes funding for demolition of unused, nuisance buildings.

MKE County: County Family Court Getting Remodel
MKE County

County Family Court Getting Remodel

The current facilities are a detriment to safety and access, chief judge says.

Wednesday’s Emergency Alert Is Only A Test

Wednesday’s Emergency Alert Is Only A Test

Cell phones and other devices will issue emergency alert Wednesday.

MKE County: Crowley’s 2024 Budget Departs From Decades of Cuts
MKE County

Crowley’s 2024 Budget Departs From Decades of Cuts

Thanks to new sales tax and state revenue, property taxes go down and money for county services go up.

MKE County: Sheriff Inquiry Leads to Board Fracas
MKE County

Sheriff Inquiry Leads to Board Fracas

Board removes jail inquiry from committee after process falls apart. Issue will go to full board.

Transportation: Battery Electric Buses Returning to Connect 1
Transportation

Battery Electric Buses Returning to Connect 1

MCTS buses for BRT line were pulled in August to have batteries replaced.

MKE County: Board Halts Medical Travel Subsidy For Abortions
MKE County

Board Halts Medical Travel Subsidy For Abortions

With abortions resuming in state, supervisors hold off on medical travel program.

Transportation: 35th Street Bike-Bus Study Planned
Transportation

35th Street Bike-Bus Study Planned

Temporary protected lanes for bicycles and buses to be tested as part of federally funded study.

Marine Historical Society Launches ‘Little Boat I’ in Lake Michigan

Marine Historical Society Launches ‘Little Boat I’ in Lake Michigan

Local group keeps maritime history alive, including by launching model boats.

UAW Strikes At Bay View Auto Parts Warehouse

UAW Strikes At Bay View Auto Parts Warehouse

Milwaukee workers join second wave of nationwide strike.

MKE County: Board Recommends Transit Rangers for Bus Security
MKE County

Board Recommends Transit Rangers for Bus Security

But transit officials privately raise concerns about program as currently envisioned.

MKE County: Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation
MKE County

Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation

Plus: Union-made vehicle policy, Jail Visitation Study, and multi-lingual communication resolution all approved by board.

MKE County: Drug Settlements Could Help Expand Opioid Addiction Programs
MKE County

Drug Settlements Could Help Expand Opioid Addiction Programs

Settlements with opioid producers and distributors could fund 3 programs.

MKE County: Will Zoo Get New Rhino Facility?
MKE County

Will Zoo Get New Rhino Facility?

Zoo would need at least $16 million from the county. That may be a tough sell.

MKE County: Parks Plans to Replace 2 Oak Leaf Trail Bridges
MKE County

Parks Plans to Replace 2 Oak Leaf Trail Bridges

Aging Union Pacific railway bridges spanning I-43 in Glendale need replacing.

MKE County: Evers Appoints Jorge Fragoso to Circuit Court
MKE County

Evers Appoints Jorge Fragoso to Circuit Court

Attorney will take office Nov. 4, filling vacancy left by Judge Lindsey Grady.

MKE County: Rolland Pushes Plan to Restore Jail Visitation
MKE County

Rolland Pushes Plan to Restore Jail Visitation

Legislation funds feasibility study for returning in-person visitation to jail.

Transportation: FlexRide Launches Childcare Transportation
Transportation

FlexRide Launches Childcare Transportation

City-to-suburb transportation service aims to help working people access childcare.

Transportation: Connect 1 Will Be Free For All of 2023
Transportation

Connect 1 Will Be Free For All of 2023

Free ride sponsorship extended as off-bus fare validators held up by supply chain issues.

MKE County: Supervisor Pushes County to Go Multi-Lingual
MKE County

Supervisor Pushes County to Go Multi-Lingual

Caroline Gómez-Tom wants information and services presented in multiple languages.

MKE County: After ‘Neither Dignity Nor Value’ Comment, Staskunas Wants Clancy Out As Law Enforcement Committee Chair
MKE County

After ‘Neither Dignity Nor Value’ Comment, Staskunas Wants Clancy Out As Law Enforcement Committee Chair

Staskunas irked by Clancy's recent comments about police work having no "dignity or value."

MKE County: Supervisors Ready To Sue Over Noise From The Rock Sportsplex
MKE County

Supervisors Ready To Sue Over Noise From The Rock Sportsplex

Ongoing nuisance issue is in violation of development agreement for former county-owned land say supervisors.

MKE County: Supervisors Considering Faster Body Camera Release For Sheriff’s Office
MKE County

Supervisors Considering Faster Body Camera Release For Sheriff’s Office

But supervisors do not have authority to set policy for Sheriff.

MKE County: Committee Backs Transgender Sanctuary Resolution
MKE County

Committee Backs Transgender Sanctuary Resolution

In light of recent LGTBQ+ attacks and opposition, Milwaukee County would become transgender safe-haven.

MKE County: Supervisors Endorse Airbnb Renovation Plan For Dilapidated Greendale Farmhouse
MKE County

Supervisors Endorse Airbnb Renovation Plan For Dilapidated Greendale Farmhouse

Entrepreneur will redevelop historic Stelzer barn and farmhouse into short-term rentals.

MKE County: Parks Restoring Wildlife Habitat in Little Menomonee River Parkway
MKE County

Parks Restoring Wildlife Habitat in Little Menomonee River Parkway

$3 milllion grant from DNR will fund another restoration in Milwaukee Estuary.

MKE County: Domes Costs Shock Supervisors
MKE County

Domes Costs Shock Supervisors

'I think we're just in shock,' supervisor says on estimate of up to $100 million for Domes.

Transportation: Waukesha Joins Milwaukee’s Transit Fare System
Transportation

Waukesha Joins Milwaukee’s Transit Fare System

Suburb switches to same fare collection system used by MCTS buses.

MKE County: Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy
MKE County

Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy

Committee approves it. Full board could become first in state to endorse the movement.

MKE County: County, Habitat for Humanity To Partner on Suburban Affordable Homes
MKE County

County, Habitat for Humanity To Partner on Suburban Affordable Homes

Program would leverage federal funds to build one to two homes a year.

Transportation: Battery Electric Buses Will Return This Fall
Transportation

Battery Electric Buses Will Return This Fall

Plus, ridership continues to increase and issues with real-time signs and mobile app have been fixed.

MKE County: Committee Advances Medical Travel Fund, Which Could Include Abortions
MKE County

Committee Advances Medical Travel Fund, Which Could Include Abortions

Modified version of earlier proposal would pay for travel, not health care.

MKE County: DNR Funding New Beach for South Shore Park
MKE County

DNR Funding New Beach for South Shore Park

New South Shore Beach could be constructed in 2024.

MKE County: Sup. Tony Staskunas Won’t Seek Re-Election
MKE County

Sup. Tony Staskunas Won’t Seek Re-Election

The West Allis supervisor has served on the board since 2013.

Transportation: County Paratransit Program in Crisis
Transportation

County Paratransit Program in Crisis

As county switches from two providers to one, riders fall through the cracks.

MKE County: Policy to Buy Union Cars Advances
MKE County

Policy to Buy Union Cars Advances

Committee approves buying only union-made cars for county operations; policy now goes to full board.

Transportation: County Committee Moves to Replace Private Bus Security
Transportation

County Committee Moves to Replace Private Bus Security

Proposal includes 51 new 'Transit Rangers' trained and maintained by the county.

MKE Studio Tour Returns End of September

MKE Studio Tour Returns End of September

Annual event will open 22 independent artist studios to the public Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.

Ruben Alcantar Will Paint Mural In Black Cat Alley

Ruben Alcantar Will Paint Mural In Black Cat Alley

Artist became well known for his work on 2020 racial justice murals.

MKE County: Jail Inmates Barricade Library, Triggering Two-Hour Standoff
MKE County

Jail Inmates Barricade Library, Triggering Two-Hour Standoff

Incident occurred Aug. 12. and led to misdemeanor charges for 27 men in-custody at the jail.

Custom Shipping Container Company Will Take Over Former Fiebrantz Station

Custom Shipping Container Company Will Take Over Former Fiebrantz Station

Buyers plan to employ as many as 24 people at the facility.

MKE County: County Could Fund Greenfield Affordable Housing Project
MKE County

County Could Fund Greenfield Affordable Housing Project

Housing Division recommends $2.5 million for 45-unit Layton Preserve project.

MKE County: Whitnall Park Golf Course Getting Redesign
MKE County

Whitnall Park Golf Course Getting Redesign

A public meeting is being held Sept. 14 on changes at golf course.

MKE County: Share Your Opinion on Ravine Road
MKE County

Share Your Opinion on Ravine Road

Sup. Wasserman will hold two community meetings on future of roadway through Lake Park.

Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat

Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat

Freshman supervisor will not seek re-election to the Milwaukee County Board.

Raphael Ramos Announces for Circuit Court Judge

Raphael Ramos Announces for Circuit Court Judge

Gov. Evers appointed him to fill vacancy left by new Supreme Court Justice Protasiewicz.

A Sailboat for Peace Will Visit Milwaukee

A Sailboat for Peace Will Visit Milwaukee

The 'Golden Rule' has a place in history and the movement to end nuclear weapons testing.

MKE County: Board Will Consider Paid Medical Travel For Employees
MKE County

Board Will Consider Paid Medical Travel For Employees

Propoal offers a workaround for legal concerns raised over abortion travel fund.

MKE County: Jail Monitor Looking at Suicide Policies
MKE County

Jail Monitor Looking at Suicide Policies

Inadequate health care staffing remains an issue at Milwaukee County Jail.

Transportation: Shooting on Bus Underscores Transit Security Debate
Transportation

Shooting on Bus Underscores Transit Security Debate

Can county policymakers and MCTS address safety and security challenges?

Transportation: MCTS Pulling New Battery Electric Buses From the Road
Transportation

MCTS Pulling New Battery Electric Buses From the Road

Manufacturer alerted MCTS to possible safety issue with new electric buses.

MKE County: Family Court Remodel Sorely Needed Says Chief Judge
MKE County

Family Court Remodel Sorely Needed Says Chief Judge

It's a "safety issue" says Judge Carl Ashley.

24th MANDI Awards Celebrate Milwaukee Success Stories

24th MANDI Awards Celebrate Milwaukee Success Stories

The annual "good news" awards showcase people, projects and organizations working to move Milwaukee forward.

MKE County: Sup. Clancy, Sheriff Ball Trade Charges
MKE County

Sup. Clancy, Sheriff Ball Trade Charges

Conflict erupts before board's jail inquiry even begins.

MKE County: Parks Preparing for New, Improved Harley Park
MKE County

Parks Preparing for New, Improved Harley Park

Former Highland Park to get extensive landscaping and then funding from Harley Davidson.

MKE County: Sheriff Reports Jail is Understaffed, Overpopulated
MKE County

Sheriff Reports Jail is Understaffed, Overpopulated

Staffing data is part of information release for county board's jail inquiry.

MKE County: Sheehy Says Local Sales Tax Must Help Fund Brewers’ Stadium
MKE County

Sheehy Says Local Sales Tax Must Help Fund Brewers’ Stadium

Some of new city and county sales tax must be spent on the team, business leader says.

MKE County: Two Candidates Running for Clancy’s County Board Seat
MKE County

Two Candidates Running for Clancy’s County Board Seat

Clancy won't say if he will seek reelection in 2024, despite fellow DSA member filing to run.

MKE County: Supervisors Want County To Buy Only Union-Made Vehicles
MKE County

Supervisors Want County To Buy Only Union-Made Vehicles

Supervisors want only union-made, American vehicles for the county.

MKE County: South Shore Breakwater Getting Emergency Repairs This Fall
MKE County

South Shore Breakwater Getting Emergency Repairs This Fall

But 2023 budget politics may have killed appetite for long-term repairs.

MKE County: County Set To Begin Work On Replacing Courthouse, Safety Building
MKE County

County Set To Begin Work On Replacing Courthouse, Safety Building

$500 million project would start with $3.8 million planning allocation.

Amber Raffeet August Announces Bid for Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge

Amber Raffeet August Announces Bid for Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge

Raffeet August was appointed by Gov. Tony Evers in May of this year. Now seeking full term.

Transportation: County Races to Replace Aging Bus Fleet
Transportation

County Races to Replace Aging Bus Fleet

Transportation officials pursue replacement of 30 buses in 2024.

Transportation: Bus Service Changes Coming Aug. 27
Transportation

Bus Service Changes Coming Aug. 27

MCTS hopes to improve frequency, reliability along 9 bus routes.

MKE County: County Expects First Budget Surplus in Two Decades
MKE County

County Expects First Budget Surplus in Two Decades

Thanks to new sales tax, officials begin 2024 budget process with $31.6 million surplus.

Evers Appointee Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court

Evers Appointee Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court

Anderson Gansner was appointed judge to fill vacancy in May. Will run for new 6-year term.

MKE County: Court Clerk Running Out of Room for Criminal Evidence
MKE County

Court Clerk Running Out of Room for Criminal Evidence

Current storage space at dilapidated Safety Building is insufficient.

New Black Cat Alley Music Series Announced

New Black Cat Alley Music Series Announced

Free, all-ages, electronic dance music concert series coming to East Side.

MKE County: Ravine Road Debate Heats Up
MKE County

Ravine Road Debate Heats Up

Local parks group wants vehicle access maintained for roadway through Lake Park.

MKE County: Christian Wahl Bust Returned to Lake Park
MKE County

Christian Wahl Bust Returned to Lake Park

"Grandfather" of Milwaukee's park system is again honored at park he helped build.

MKE County: Crowley Amassing Large Pile of Campaign Cash
MKE County

Crowley Amassing Large Pile of Campaign Cash

Crowley sitting on more than $200,000 war chest with primary more than 7 months away.

Pony Rides Could Return To The Zoo

Pony Rides Could Return To The Zoo

Pony rides were discontinued since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Transportation: Airport Traffic Still Rising Since Pandemic
Transportation

Airport Traffic Still Rising Since Pandemic

2023 is third straight year of increased traffic at Mitchell Airport, with a big month in June.

MKE County: No Criminal Charges For Officers in Jail Death
MKE County

No Criminal Charges For Officers in Jail Death

DA's office finds no evidence to support any charges in death of Cilivea Thyrion.

Open Call for New Black Cat Alley Muralist

Open Call for New Black Cat Alley Muralist

The East Side BID is looking for an artist to paint a new mural in Black Cat Alley.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Reconstruction Project Paused
MKE County

McKinley Beach Reconstruction Project Paused

Changes to the reconstruction plan have prompted reviews by state and federal agencies, delaying the project.

MKE County: County Executive Hosting Parks ‘Celebrity Softball Game’
MKE County

County Executive Hosting Parks ‘Celebrity Softball Game’

Teams include local journalists, artists, business owners, activists, politicians and community leaders.

Former Fiebrantz Bus Station Could Be Redeveloped

Former Fiebrantz Bus Station Could Be Redeveloped

County plans to enter into a development agreement with a potential buyer for former MCTS station.

MKE County: Board Wants Solution to Housing Voucher Discrimination
MKE County

Board Wants Solution to Housing Voucher Discrimination

But county attorney believes options are limited. Departments directed to find solutions.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Sales Tax Legislation, Tax Starts January 1
MKE County

Crowley Signs Sales Tax Legislation, Tax Starts January 1

Crowley and Nicholson sign sales tax legislation, celebrate historic moment for Milwaukee County.

MKE County: Sheriff’s Deputy Is Again Sending Controversial Emails To Politicians
MKE County

Sheriff’s Deputy Is Again Sending Controversial Emails To Politicians

The deputy was suspended in 2021 for sending emails to politicians that identified him as Milwaukee deputy.

China Lights Festival Will Return Next Month

China Lights Festival Will Return Next Month

Popular art and cultural experience returns to Milwaukee area for the sixth time.

MKE County: Ravine Road Project Could Begin in 2024, With Pedestrian-Only Option
MKE County

Ravine Road Project Could Begin in 2024, With Pedestrian-Only Option

Parks requesting funding for planning, design and extensive public engagement.

MKE County: County Executive Will Host 4 Budget Town Halls, Discuss Sales Tax Impact
MKE County

County Executive Will Host 4 Budget Town Halls, Discuss Sales Tax Impact

David Crowley will introduce executive budget later this year. First in years that doesn't include immediate cuts.

MKE County: Parks Launches Mitchell Park Campaign
MKE County

Parks Launches Mitchell Park Campaign

Public engagement campaign aimed at building support, awareness for The Domes, Mitchell Park and a potential project.

Transportation: MCTS Reports 45,000 Summerfest Shuttle Rides
Transportation

MCTS Reports 45,000 Summerfest Shuttle Rides

Summerfest, Milwaukee County celebrate return of well-traveled festival buses.

MKE County: Supervisors Engage in the Great Sales Tax Debate
MKE County

Supervisors Engage in the Great Sales Tax Debate

See how and why each supervisor voted the way they did for new tax.

MKE County: County Board Approves Sales Tax
MKE County

County Board Approves Sales Tax

County joins city in adopting new sales tax designed to avert fiscal cliff after years of declining state aid.

MKE County: Supervisors Seek to Delay Sales Tax Vote
MKE County

Supervisors Seek to Delay Sales Tax Vote

Clancy has proposal to give supervisors "cover" to support sales tax.

MKE County: Groundbreaking Held For Moss Universal Park
MKE County

Groundbreaking Held For Moss Universal Park

First park in county, and perhaps in U.S. that's wholly accessible for people with disabilities.

Transportation: Without Sales Tax Hike Paratransit Will Shrink
Transportation

Without Sales Tax Hike Paratransit Will Shrink

Some 700 county residents with disabilities could be left without transportation.

MKE County: Oak Leaf Trail Could Be Extended in 2024
MKE County

Oak Leaf Trail Could Be Extended in 2024

Federal funded trail connections planned in Kohl Park and Bender Park.

MKE County: Parks Struggling Against Illegal Dumping
MKE County

Parks Struggling Against Illegal Dumping

County parks have 'hot spots' for illegal dumping by contractors, landlords and others.

MKE County: Grants Could Fund Marina Upgrades
MKE County

Grants Could Fund Marina Upgrades

County grant office and Parks department seek federal and state grants.

Transportation: Your Input Sought For Reckless Driving Campaign
Transportation

Your Input Sought For Reckless Driving Campaign

County's information gathering campaign ends with 8 public meetings in August.

MKE County: Historic Stelzer Barn, A Former Hostel, Could See New Life
MKE County

Historic Stelzer Barn, A Former Hostel, Could See New Life

Greendale entrepreneur proposing major investment in former farm owned by Milwaukee County Parks.

MKE County: Evers Appoints Federal Public Defender To Milwaukee Judgeship
MKE County

Evers Appoints Federal Public Defender To Milwaukee Judgeship

Ronnie V. Muray II will take the bench in November.

Transportation: 35th Street Bus-Bike Lane Wins Federal Funding
Transportation

35th Street Bus-Bike Lane Wins Federal Funding

Milwaukee County Department of Transportation awarded $400,000 for feasibility study.

Transportation: Hank Aaron State Trail Sinkhole Fixed
Transportation

Hank Aaron State Trail Sinkhole Fixed

Trail reopens between S. 76th Street. and S. 89th Street.

MKE County: Downtown Development Agreements Will Help Fund County Parks
MKE County

Downtown Development Agreements Will Help Fund County Parks

TIF districts for Northwestern Mutual and Fiserv projects funding county park improvements.

MKE County: Public Meetings On King Park Homeownership Project Announced
MKE County

Public Meetings On King Park Homeownership Project Announced

Offering information about large homebuilding project coming to King Park neighborhood.

MKE County: Donors Interested in Saving Mitchell Park
MKE County

Donors Interested in Saving Mitchell Park

But not necessarily saving the domes. Local supervisor, Parks and philanthropic community moving toward a new Mitchell Park project.

MKE County: Supervisors Debate Sales Tax Hike
MKE County

Supervisors Debate Sales Tax Hike

Does the board have the 12 votes needed to approve this critical measure?

Transportation: Task Force Makes Recommendations for Security on Buses
Transportation

Task Force Makes Recommendations for Security on Buses

Should security officers work for county or the transit system? Report doesn't take a stand.

MKE County: County Sales Tax Hike Gets First Approval
MKE County

County Sales Tax Hike Gets First Approval

County officials detail future cuts without sales tax plan, as Parks Department is halved and senior centers eliminated.

New Berlin Starbucks Workers Unionizing

New Berlin Starbucks Workers Unionizing

Joins workers at cafes in West Allis and Oak Creek in organizing effort.

Transportation: Sinkhole Closes Part of Hank Aaron State Trail
Transportation

Sinkhole Closes Part of Hank Aaron State Trail

Trail closed between S. 76th St. and S. 89th St.

MKE County: An Eagle Statue for Jacobus Park
MKE County

An Eagle Statue for Jacobus Park

Descendants of park's namesake wish to donate a statue to the park, named for energy company founder, former supervisor.

Transportation: Daily Flights To Miami Coming This Winter
Transportation

Daily Flights To Miami Coming This Winter

Milwaukee travelers will have a daily, one-stop connection to destinations in Caribbean and Latin America.

MKE County: Committee Rejects Housing Voucher Incentives
MKE County

Committee Rejects Housing Voucher Incentives

Housing advocates concerned landlord incentives would mean county giving up on enforcing housing protections.

MKE County: Oak Leaf Trail Projects Could Start in 2024
MKE County

Oak Leaf Trail Projects Could Start in 2024

List includes a new ramp near UW-Milwaukee and trail modernization projects.

MKE County: What Strings Are Attached to Sales Tax Law?
MKE County

What Strings Are Attached to Sales Tax Law?

State law enabling sales tax hike mandates new policies, though some won't change much.

MKE County: County Public Hearing Debates Sales Tax
MKE County

County Public Hearing Debates Sales Tax

Most speakers favor sales tax hike, citing the specter of massive cuts to government services.

MKE County: Supervisors Holding Town Halls on Sales Tax
MKE County

Supervisors Holding Town Halls on Sales Tax

Four town halls scheduled this month

MKE County: Crowley Calls Sales Tax Hike A ‘Lifeline’
MKE County

Crowley Calls Sales Tax Hike A ‘Lifeline’

County executive urges adoption to stave off 'catastrophic' wipe out of many county services.

MKE County: Can County Protect Renters With Housing Vouchers?
MKE County

Can County Protect Renters With Housing Vouchers?

New resolution seeks solutions to Section 8 discrimination by landlords.

MKE County: County EMS Gets Award for Excellence
MKE County

County EMS Gets Award for Excellence

Emergency Medical Services Division again gets recognized for its handling of cardiac arrests.

Take the Wisconsin Internet Access Survey

Take the Wisconsin Internet Access Survey

Survey will help state policymakers plan for broadband internet expansion.

Bounce Milwaukee Will Close

Bounce Milwaukee Will Close

Southside entertainment venue closing at end of August; owners cite rent increase.

MKE County: County Will Soon Rank Projects by Climate Impact
MKE County

County Will Soon Rank Projects by Climate Impact

New approach helps rank infrastructure projects' impact on reducing emissions.

MKE County: Resolution Would Declare Milwaukee a Transgender, Non-Binary Sanctuary
MKE County

Resolution Would Declare Milwaukee a Transgender, Non-Binary Sanctuary

Also proposed is a county policy to oppose bans on gender affirming health care.

It’s Plastic Free July!

It’s Plastic Free July!

You can take the Plastic-Free Pledge, join the cause of groups like Plastic-Free MKE, to reduce use of single-use plastics.

Who Was George ‘French’ Moss?

Who Was George ‘French’ Moss?

Foundation in his name made $2.5 million donation to a county park for people with disabilities.

National Women’s Convention Comes to Milwaukee

National Women’s Convention Comes to Milwaukee

Scheduled for October, modeled on historic 1977 National Women's Conference.

Photo Gallery: Volunteers Clean Up Abandoned Building in Harambee
Photo Gallery

Volunteers Clean Up Abandoned Building in Harambee

Part of a series of community clean-ups organized by county Sup. Priscilla Coggs-Jones.

MKE County: Special Public Hearing Scheduled On County Sales Tax Increase
MKE County

Special Public Hearing Scheduled On County Sales Tax Increase

Meeting will give residents opportunity to speak directly to supervisors about potential sales tax increase.

Transportation: MCTS Ending Giveaway of New Fare Cards
Transportation

MCTS Ending Giveaway of New Fare Cards

Use of new WisGo system required to take advantage of fare limits. Will be only available system by year's end.

Transportation: Switching To Electric Vehicles Would Save Milwaukee County Money
Transportation

Switching To Electric Vehicles Would Save Milwaukee County Money

A new analysis of fleet electrification shows savings along with massive reduction in emissions.

MKE County: County Moves to Replace Jails’ Food Provider
MKE County

County Moves to Replace Jails’ Food Provider

Requesting bids from food service providers for its three detention facilities.

Transportation: Transit Union Rallies for Security, Funding
Transportation

Transit Union Rallies for Security, Funding

Union demands protection for transit funding. 'We have to fight vigorously.'

Hank Aaron Trail Closed During State Fair

Hank Aaron Trail Closed During State Fair

DNR and Wisconsin State Fair cite security concerns in temporary closure.

Transportation: Could MCTS Have New Security by 2024?
Transportation

Could MCTS Have New Security by 2024?

Task Force rushing to finalize a proposal for county buses before budget season. Will it work?

MKE Parks: July 3 Fireworks A Week Away
MKE Parks

July 3 Fireworks A Week Away

But a new rule: No camping for annual fireworks. And volunteers sought to help clean up parks afterward.

MKE County: Sup. Shawn Rolland Pleads Guilty, Must Pay $500 Fine
MKE County

Sup. Shawn Rolland Pleads Guilty, Must Pay $500 Fine

Rolland pled guilty to falsely certifying nomination signatures he didn't collect.

MKE County: Board Will Do Homework on Sales Tax
MKE County

Board Will Do Homework on Sales Tax

But which will they study more, the county's financial reports or constituent opinion?

MKE County: After First Rejecting Funding, Old Loomis Road Will Be Fixed
MKE County

After First Rejecting Funding, Old Loomis Road Will Be Fixed

Plus: Board gets preview of minority rule, and Sup. Burgelis holds pride ceremony despite having his jaw wired shut.

MKE County: Supervisor Shawn Rolland Charged With Misdemeanor Election Fraud
MKE County

Supervisor Shawn Rolland Charged With Misdemeanor Election Fraud

DA's Office alleges Rolland falsely certified collecting nomination signatures that he did not, in fact, collect.

Photo Gallery: Pushing Sand at McKinley Beach
Photo Gallery

Pushing Sand at McKinley Beach

850 truckloads of sand will be hauled in for reconstruction of beach.

Transportation: BRT Line Records Big Ridership Numbers
Transportation

BRT Line Records Big Ridership Numbers

New Connect 1 service already averaging 2,800 rides a day.

Transportation: County Paratransit Taxi Service Ending?
Transportation

County Paratransit Taxi Service Ending?

Two county agencies recommend ending door-to-door service for disabled. September 28 could be its last day.

MKE County: Will County Board Approve Sales Tax Hike?
MKE County

Will County Board Approve Sales Tax Hike?

It's unclear if there's the needed two-thirds majority of board willing to vote for it.

MKE County: Resolution Supports Driver’s Licenses for Undocumented Immigrants
MKE County

Resolution Supports Driver’s Licenses for Undocumented Immigrants

Resolution instructs county lobbyists to push for such state legislation.

Transportation: American Airlines Announces Daily, Nonstop Flights to D.C.
Transportation

American Airlines Announces Daily, Nonstop Flights to D.C.

Two roundtrip flights a day from Mitchell airport will begin running in October.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Reconstruction Starts Next Week
MKE County

McKinley Beach Reconstruction Starts Next Week

Original water depths will be restored to beach after string of fatal drownings.

County Supervisor Burgelis Attacked At Mayfair Mall, Alleges Homophobic Slur Used

County Supervisor Burgelis Attacked At Mayfair Mall, Alleges Homophobic Slur Used

Burgelis, who is openly gay, was attacked, requiring facial surgery.

MKE County: Parks Seeks Sponsors for Free Admission Days
MKE County

Parks Seeks Sponsors for Free Admission Days

Milwaukee County Parks wants to offer special free admission days to three venues in 2024.

MKE County: Liz Sumner Announces Candidacy for County Comptroller
MKE County

Liz Sumner Announces Candidacy for County Comptroller

Supervisor plans run for county's chief financial officer.

MKE County: “Active Streets” Serves As Road-to-Trail Test Runs
MKE County

“Active Streets” Serves As Road-to-Trail Test Runs

Milwaukee County Parks closing sections of Little Menomonee and Lincoln Creek parkways.

Transportation: Have Republicans Put Milwaukee Transit On Chopping Block?
Transportation

Have Republicans Put Milwaukee Transit On Chopping Block?

Milwaukee legislators oppose move by GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee.

MKE County: Resolution Declares July ‘Park and Recreation Month’
MKE County

Resolution Declares July ‘Park and Recreation Month’

Board resolution celebrates financially troubled parks in their most popular month.

MKE County: What Is The Future Of Doyne Park?
MKE County

What Is The Future Of Doyne Park?

Golf course closed in 2022. Park could become a natural prairie or mountain bike trail.

MKE County: Universal Ability Park Could Be Named Moss Park
MKE County

Universal Ability Park Could Be Named Moss Park

Wisconsin Avenue Park would be redeveloped and renamed after major donor.

Transportation: How To Get to Summerfest 2023
Transportation

How To Get to Summerfest 2023

No car? No problem. Here are 9 other ways to get there.

MKE County: Union Pushes MCTS To Diversify Management
MKE County

Union Pushes MCTS To Diversify Management

Union leaders say they've seen progress, but challenge MCTS to do more.

MKE County: County Needs Creativity, Money to Reach Carbon Neutrality
MKE County

County Needs Creativity, Money to Reach Carbon Neutrality

Getting county government to carbon neutrality will also require major investment.

MKE County: County Could Pay For Old Loomis Road Repair, After Rejecting State Funding
MKE County

County Could Pay For Old Loomis Road Repair, After Rejecting State Funding

New Sup. Kathleen Vincent seeks repairs stymied by former board.

Transportation: MCTS Could End Privatized Security, Hire Its Own Workers
Transportation

MCTS Could End Privatized Security, Hire Its Own Workers

Task force moving toward a non-law enforcement security force controlled by the county or MCTS.

MKE County: $80 Million Emergency Rent Assistance Goes To 22,600 Households
MKE County

$80 Million Emergency Rent Assistance Goes To 22,600 Households

County disburses federal funds, in the biggest eviction prevention program it's ever run.

Colectivo Workers Finally Have Union Contract

Colectivo Workers Finally Have Union Contract

After three years of organizing and negotiation, union contract is ratified.

Transportation: 16 Bus Routes Could Be Cut By 2025
Transportation

16 Bus Routes Could Be Cut By 2025

Budget cuts could slash 45% of all bus routes and 20% of bus service, MCTS warns.

Habitat Breaks Ground on King Park Homes

Habitat Breaks Ground on King Park Homes

Homeownership project will build 120 single-family homes near westside park.

MKE County: County Opens New Community Mental Health Clinic
MKE County

County Opens New Community Mental Health Clinic

Clinic on Northwest Side will provide services to underinsured and uninsured patients.

MKE County: Local Leaders Celebrate Launch of BRT Service
MKE County

Local Leaders Celebrate Launch of BRT Service

Connect 1, the new bus rapid transit service, launched Sunday.

Transportation: Milwaukee’s First Bus Rapid Transit Line Is Open for Business
Transportation

Milwaukee’s First Bus Rapid Transit Line Is Open for Business

MCTS Connect 1 began rolling through early Sunday morning. Climb aboard to see how the first ride went.

MKE County: Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate
MKE County

Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate

29-year-old officer was arrested at the jail Monday by Sheriff's Office investigators.

Transportation: New Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches Sunday, GoldLine Ends
Transportation

New Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches Sunday, GoldLine Ends

New route provides faster service between Downtown and the west side, but ends downtown route from Downer Avenue.

Transportation: County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour
Transportation

County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour

Safe Streets Roadshow part of large planning process. First session is June 8.

MKE County: Crowley’s Special Grants Office Secured $46.8 Million in 2022
MKE County

Crowley’s Special Grants Office Secured $46.8 Million in 2022

In its second year of operation, the county's grants division applied for approximately $143.6 million in funding.

MKE County: MCTS Unveils New Pride Bus
MKE County

MCTS Unveils New Pride Bus

Transit system's second Pride bus celebrating LGBTQ+ community will run throughout all of 2023.

MKE County: County Planning Employee Health Clinics
MKE County

County Planning Employee Health Clinics

Three clinics intended to improve primary care access and health outcomes while cutting insurance costs.

Lucille Berrien Mural Installed in Namesake Park

Lucille Berrien Mural Installed in Namesake Park

Berrien is a former community activist after whom the park was named in 2021.

MKE County: Board Declares May Mental Health Awareness Month
MKE County

Board Declares May Mental Health Awareness Month

Sup. Kathleen Vincent shares personal struggle with mental health.

MKE County: County Board Opposes State Shared Revenue Plan
MKE County

County Board Opposes State Shared Revenue Plan

County board proposal demands hike in state aid with no strings attached.

MKE County: County Will Fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag in June
MKE County

County Will Fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag in June

Sup. Peter Burgelis successfully passes resolution for recognition of updated pride flag.

MKE County: Board Approves Jail Probe, Opposes Brewers Subsidy
MKE County

Board Approves Jail Probe, Opposes Brewers Subsidy

Plus: Board sends abortion proposal to attorney's for additional review

MKE County: Another Opioid Settlement Anticipated This Year
MKE County

Another Opioid Settlement Anticipated This Year

Settlement with Endo International likely to send money to Milwaukee.

MKE County: Man Dies Following Suicide Attempt at CRC
MKE County

Man Dies Following Suicide Attempt at CRC

In last year there have been five in-custody deaths in Milwaukee County correctional facilities.

MKE County: Think Tank Studying Ways to Finance Parks Maintenance
MKE County

Think Tank Studying Ways to Finance Parks Maintenance

Massive backlog of county parks infrastructure projects requires creative solutions.

How Will Museum Move Its Collections?

How Will Museum Move Its Collections?

Public Museum says it will take 8 years to move the 4 million items in its collections.

Transportation: Sun Country Adding Winter Flights at Mitchell Airport
Transportation

Sun Country Adding Winter Flights at Mitchell Airport

More flights to sun country -- Mexico, Florida and Arizona -- announced by airline.

MKE County: County Programs Win 5 National Awards
MKE County

County Programs Win 5 National Awards

National Association of Counties' non-competitive awards praise Milwaukee's innovations.

MKE County: Will Old Loomis Road Finally Be Fixed?
MKE County

Will Old Loomis Road Finally Be Fixed?

Supervisors reconsider road repair after turning down state funding for project two years ago.

Public Museum Releases Details for new Rainforest Gallery, Butterfly Vivarium

Public Museum Releases Details for new Rainforest Gallery, Butterfly Vivarium

These are the final previews of the new $240 million museum galleries.

Private Aviation Facility Opens At Airport

Private Aviation Facility Opens At Airport

New facility provides business and general aviation services, and private jet charters.

Transportation: Federal Funds Creating Two New East-West BRT Stations
Transportation

Federal Funds Creating Two New East-West BRT Stations

County transportation department planning two additional stations along East-West BRT.

Transportation: Denise Wandke Is New Head of MCTS
Transportation

Denise Wandke Is New Head of MCTS

Former bus driver has risen through ranks to lead Milwaukee County Transit System.

MKE County: 27 Pools, Splash Pads and Water Parks Opening in Milwaukee
MKE County

27 Pools, Splash Pads and Water Parks Opening in Milwaukee

County boosts the number of facilities it will open for 2023 season.

MKE County: Climate Survey Finds Residents Concerned, Lack of Confidence in Government
MKE County

Climate Survey Finds Residents Concerned, Lack of Confidence in Government

Residents want government to protect vulnerable neighbors, invest in green infrastructure and public transportation.

Transportation: County Could Replace Private Firm With Deputies or Transit Rangers
Transportation

County Could Replace Private Firm With Deputies or Transit Rangers

Transit Security Task Force moving toward recommending replacement of current private security firm.

MKE County: Parks Adds More Lifeguards For Pools
MKE County

Parks Adds More Lifeguards For Pools

Pool openings to be announced in the coming week.

MKE County: Board Grows Cautious As Legislature Debates Shared Revenue
MKE County

Board Grows Cautious As Legislature Debates Shared Revenue

Proposal for cultural spending shot down by supervisors worried about legislators' views.

MKE County: Parks Rethinking Its Building Portfolio
MKE County

Parks Rethinking Its Building Portfolio

System maintains old, unused buildings as it struggles with inadequate budget. Could some buildings be eliminated?

MKE County: County Could Fly Newer Pride Flag in June
MKE County

County Could Fly Newer Pride Flag in June

Strong support for Sup. Peter Burgelis' proposal to have county fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag.

MKE County: Red Arrow Park Roller Rink Opens
MKE County

Red Arrow Park Roller Rink Opens

Downtown ice rink now a roller skating rink seven days a week during warm months.

MKE County: Parks Plans to Rebuild Washington Park Bridges
MKE County

Parks Plans to Rebuild Washington Park Bridges

Aggressive construction timeline to replace two lagoon bridges by end of year.

Feds End COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

Feds End COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

Vaccines, testing and treatment will remain free only as long as pre-expiration supplies last.

MKE County: New Beer Garden Opening in Juneau Park
MKE County

New Beer Garden Opening in Juneau Park

No longer traveling, downtown park will have a summer-long beer garden.

MKE County: Parks System Hits Record Revenue
MKE County

Parks System Hits Record Revenue

Golf, beer gardens and facility rentals keeping the parks system afloat.

MKE County: Parks for People or Pavement?
MKE County

Parks for People or Pavement?

Parks department wants to reduce the paved footprint in Milwaukee County.

MKE County: Committee Rejects Abortion Travel Fund
MKE County

Committee Rejects Abortion Travel Fund

With Republican legislators watching Milwaukee's every move, supervisors reject proposal.

Transportation: First 4 Months of BRT Rides Will be Free
Transportation

First 4 Months of BRT Rides Will be Free

Umo Mobility will sponsor free rides from June 4 to September 30.

New Museum Gallery Digs Into World Landscapes and Societies

New Museum Gallery Digs Into World Landscapes and Societies

Grasslands, deserts, arctic areas, mountains and islands in planned exhibit.

Transportation: Free Election Day Buses Still Illegal, Attorneys Say
Transportation

Free Election Day Buses Still Illegal, Attorneys Say

Board amendment asks county attorneys to find legal way to do it. They can't and don't.

Transportation: County Requires MKE Airport For Employee Travel
Transportation

County Requires MKE Airport For Employee Travel

'This is a logical change.' All county work-related flights must use Mitchell Airport.

MKE County: Health Insurance Assistance Plan Revamped
MKE County

Health Insurance Assistance Plan Revamped

What is best use of ARPA funds to help county residents kicked off of Medicaid?

MKE County: King Park Housing Project Loses Out On Affordable Tax Credits
MKE County

King Park Housing Project Loses Out On Affordable Tax Credits

80 of 120 planned homes are unimpacted.

MKE County: Corrections Center Had 55% Employee Turnover Rate in 2022
MKE County

Corrections Center Had 55% Employee Turnover Rate in 2022

Number of assaults and fights fell in 2022.

Skate Park Planned for Bay View

Skate Park Planned for Bay View

Bay View Neighborhood Association closing in on fundraising goal for new wheel park.

MKE County: Assembly Bill Would Provide Funding with Substantial Restrictions for County
MKE County

Assembly Bill Would Provide Funding with Substantial Restrictions for County

County would see a revenue increase, but with substantial restrictions. Gov. Evers promises veto.

MKE County: Parks Planning More Aquatic Facility Openings This Summer
MKE County

Parks Planning More Aquatic Facility Openings This Summer

The department is planning to open more splash pads and wading pools, and to focus lifeguards on waterparks.

MKE County: Gómez-Tom Wins County Board Special Election
MKE County

Gómez-Tom Wins County Board Special Election

Caroline Gómez-Tom is new supervisor for District 14 on Milwaukee's South Side.

MKE County: Resolution Opposes a County Brewers Subsidy
MKE County

Resolution Opposes a County Brewers Subsidy

Two socialists, two conservatives on board are co-sponsoring the resolution.

MKE County: Roller Skating Coming to Red Arrow Park
MKE County

Roller Skating Coming to Red Arrow Park

Summer Spinz will be held every third Friday in June, July and August.

MKE County: Resolution Calls For More State Aid, Local Autonomy
MKE County

Resolution Calls For More State Aid, Local Autonomy

County board proposal demands hike in state aid with no strings attached.

MKE County: County Plans New Oak Creek Subdivision
MKE County

County Plans New Oak Creek Subdivision

County would subdivide about 20 acres of vacant land for residential development.

Site Demolition Continues At Future Museum Site

Site Demolition Continues At Future Museum Site

Buildings getting razed near 6th and McKinley for new Milwaukee Public Museum.

MKE County: Lincoln Creek Road-to-Trail Project Beginning
MKE County

Lincoln Creek Road-to-Trail Project Beginning

Parks department will convert roadway to bicycle and pedestrian trail.

MKE County: Board Will Consider Probe of Jail Policies, Practices
MKE County

Board Will Consider Probe of Jail Policies, Practices

Sup. Felesia Martin authors resolution making huge information request from jail.

MKE County: Sheriff Denita Ball Shuffles Jail Leadership
MKE County

Sheriff Denita Ball Shuffles Jail Leadership

Joshua Briggs new director and commander. Inspector Aaron Dobson now leads courts.

Vote Tuesday: County Supervisor Special Election May 2
Vote Tuesday

County Supervisor Special Election May 2

Caroline Gómez-Tom and Angel C. Sanchez vying for open seat on county board.

MKE County: Parks Department Planning to Improve Restroom Access This Summer
MKE County

Parks Department Planning to Improve Restroom Access This Summer

Department unable to open all public restroom facilities in recent years, prompting resident complaints to county supervisors.

Transportation: MCTS Will Provide Buses for Summerfest
Transportation

MCTS Will Provide Buses for Summerfest

MCTS returning to Summerfest with shuttles from two park-and-ride lots.

On The Front Lines of Overdose Crisis

On The Front Lines of Overdose Crisis

Two members of the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative talk about their jobs. It's not easy.

Transportation: BRT Bus Lanes Getting Painted
Transportation

BRT Bus Lanes Getting Painted

But how will dedicated bus lanes for nine-mile long East-West Bus Rapid Transit line work?

MKE County: Board Moves to Rank Infrastructure Projects For Climate Change
MKE County

Board Moves to Rank Infrastructure Projects For Climate Change

Unanimous vote backs creation of climate criteria to rank funding of future county projects.

Transportation: MCTS Launches #SaveTheBus Campaign
Transportation

MCTS Launches #SaveTheBus Campaign

Transit system raising awareness of its impending budget crisis.

MKE County: Correctional Officer Charged in Jail Death
MKE County

Correctional Officer Charged in Jail Death

A 32-year-old correctional officer has been charged with felony misconduct in public office.

MKE County: Board Approves Harley Park Deal
MKE County

Board Approves Harley Park Deal

Plus: County board approves Juvenile Justice Center redevelopment, Sherman Park projects and settlement for opioid lawsuit.

MKE County: Zablocki Golf Course Getting Synthetic Turf
MKE County

Zablocki Golf Course Getting Synthetic Turf

Will become first public course in county to get artificial greens and tee boxes.

MKE County: Supervisors Back Sherman Park Overhaul
MKE County

Supervisors Back Sherman Park Overhaul

Funding for Sherman Park improvements approved by powerful Committee on Finance.

MKE County: Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County
MKE County

Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County

County still litigating lawsuits from six-year tenure of Armor Correction Health Services.

MKE County: Crowley Approves Funding for Mental Health Programs
MKE County

Crowley Approves Funding for Mental Health Programs

ARPA funds will expand services offered by two community-based nonprofits.

MKE County: McKinley Beach Safety Project Begins Soon
MKE County

McKinley Beach Safety Project Begins Soon

County soliciting contractors for beach reconstruction.

MKE County: Milwaukee Wins $45 Million More From Opioid Companies
MKE County

Milwaukee Wins $45 Million More From Opioid Companies

Settlement hikes total award to $101 million, largest municipal payout in state history.

MKE County: Proposal Would Expand Youth Mentoring in Milwaukee
MKE County

Proposal Would Expand Youth Mentoring in Milwaukee

MENTOR Greater Milwaukee seeks funding from Milwaukee County to expand training and programming.

New Museum Gallery An Immersive Milwaukee Streetscape

New Museum Gallery An Immersive Milwaukee Streetscape

Milwaukee Revealed offers immersive streetscape resembling Streets of Old Milwaukee.

MKE County: Highland Park To Become Harley Park
MKE County

Highland Park To Become Harley Park

The Harley-Davidson Foundation offers $350,000 for park improvements and 10 years of maintenance.

Transportation: FlexRide Expanding Service April 17
Transportation

FlexRide Expanding Service April 17

Transit service connecting city residents to suburban jobs adding new pickup and employment zones.

MKE County: Committee Pauses Abortion Travel Fund
MKE County

Committee Pauses Abortion Travel Fund

Legal uncertainty causes supervisors to table the proposal for a month.

MKE County: Planned Wetland Project Pays for Itself
MKE County

Planned Wetland Project Pays for Itself

County plans new wetland in Oak Creek Parkway on county-owned agricultural land.

MKE County: Board Wrings Extra $8,000 Out Of We Energies Deals
MKE County

Board Wrings Extra $8,000 Out Of We Energies Deals

Supervisors, parks department gain more money for two utility easements.

Transportation: County Picks Consultant for Reckless Driving Study
Transportation

County Picks Consultant for Reckless Driving Study

Chicago-based urban planning firm, MUSE Community + Design, will do study.

MKE County: New Juvenile Justice Facility Advances
MKE County

New Juvenile Justice Facility Advances

$31.3 million redevelopment would expand program offering alternative to traditional youth incarceration.

A Tale of Two Tax Plans

A Tale of Two Tax Plans

Wisconsin Policy Forum report compares GOP flat tax with Evers tax plan. Neither may get passed.

MKE County: Policy Would Create Climate Lens for County Infrastructure Projects
MKE County

Policy Would Create Climate Lens for County Infrastructure Projects

Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson wants county to consider emissions goals when prioritizing infrastructure and maintenance projects.

MKE County: Baldwin, Crowley Promote Foreclosure-to-Affordable Housing Program
MKE County

Baldwin, Crowley Promote Foreclosure-to-Affordable Housing Program

$8 million in funding will rehab tax-foreclosed homes for sale at affordable prices.

MKE County: Parks Finishes Trails Plan for Northwest Side
MKE County

Parks Finishes Trails Plan for Northwest Side

Plan would dramatically increase access to trails for majority-Black neighborhoods.

Transportation: Mitchell May Redevelop Airfield
Transportation

Mitchell May Redevelop Airfield

Milwaukee airport could redevelop a long disused section in northeast corner of the airfield.

Domes Annual Spring Show Debuts April 8

Domes Annual Spring Show Debuts April 8

"Metamorphosis: The Lives of Frogs and Butterflies" captures the creature' lifecycles amid an explosion of colorful spring flowers.

MKE County: Rising Overdose Deaths From Drugs Cut With Xylazine In Milwaukee
MKE County

Rising Overdose Deaths From Drugs Cut With Xylazine In Milwaukee

Powerful veterinary sedative, often combined with Fentanyl, causing overdose deaths.

MKE County: Sanchez, Gómez-Tom Advance From County Board Primary
MKE County

Sanchez, Gómez-Tom Advance From County Board Primary

Three candidates ran in primary of special election for county board's vacant District 14 seat.

MKE County: Parks Lifeguard Recruitment Improves
MKE County

Parks Lifeguard Recruitment Improves

Milwaukee County ahead of last year's recruitment, though not on track for full staffing.

Spike In Deaths Points to Tainted Local Drug Supply

Spike In Deaths Points to Tainted Local Drug Supply

Milwaukee County has averaged one overdose death every four hours since Saturday.

Transportation: 6 Bus Routes Will Change With BRT Launch
Transportation

6 Bus Routes Will Change With BRT Launch

MCTS planning changes to maximize impact of East-West BRT and bus system.

Vote Tuesday: County Board District 14 Special Election
Vote Tuesday

County Board District 14 Special Election

Three candidates competing for county board seat representing much of Milwaukee's south side.

Transportation: County Seeks Federal Funds For 86 Buses
Transportation

County Seeks Federal Funds For 86 Buses

Applying for $73.8 million in grants for new clean-diesel and battery electric buses.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Conversion Therapy Condemnation on Trans Day of Visibility
MKE County

Crowley Signs Conversion Therapy Condemnation on Trans Day of Visibility

Resolution makes it official county policy to condemn the discredited practice.

Transportation: While Future Uncertain, County Extends Paratransit Taxi to September
Transportation

While Future Uncertain, County Extends Paratransit Taxi to September

County initially planned to discontinue service due to new federal regulations.

Transportation: Milwaukee Transit in Crisis, Faces Massive Cuts
Transportation

Milwaukee Transit in Crisis, Faces Massive Cuts

MCTS faces fiscal cliff as federal grants run out, state aid declines and local revenue is restricted.

New State Coalition Will Push Climate Goals

New State Coalition Will Push Climate Goals

Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin seeks a carbon-free, environmentally just economy.

Transportation: New MCTS Fare Cards Launch April 1
Transportation

New MCTS Fare Cards Launch April 1

WisGo is a go and Waukesha will join Milwaukee bus system's new fare payment system.

Transportation: 35th Street Could Get Bike-Bus Lane
Transportation

35th Street Could Get Bike-Bus Lane

Seeking to create Milwaukee's first shared bike-bus lane on 35th Street between Vliet St. and National Ave.

MKE County: Right to Counsel Program a Success, Report Finds
MKE County

Right to Counsel Program a Success, Report Finds

Attorneys for clients facing eviction prevented this in 70% of cases.

MKE County: Jail Vaccine Incentive Payments Worked
MKE County

Jail Vaccine Incentive Payments Worked

Report finds vaccination rates spiked at county jail, CRC when incentive payments offered.

MKE County: Harley-Davidson May Revamp Highland Park
MKE County

Harley-Davidson May Revamp Highland Park

Would pay for improvements but may seek new name for park near corporate campus.

CEO Departs Black Holocaust Museum, Brad Pruitt Named Interim Leader

CEO Departs Black Holocaust Museum, Brad Pruitt Named Interim Leader

Bert Davis stepping down, citing responsibilities to family. Museum reopened last year.

MKE County: Board Approves Cost Increase For Jail Food Contract
MKE County

Board Approves Cost Increase For Jail Food Contract

Aramark Correctional Services sought 8% price hike in 2023 contract.

MKE County: Board Passes Medical Debt Relief, Health Insurance Subsidy
MKE County

Board Passes Medical Debt Relief, Health Insurance Subsidy

Also, the board passed funding for student housing insecurity and a condemnation of conversion therapy.

Museum Unveils Future Exhibit All About Wisconsin

Museum Unveils Future Exhibit All About Wisconsin

"Wisconsin Journey" will showcase some of the state's natural features and history.

MKE County: Supervisors Want Audit of County Jail
MKE County

Supervisors Want Audit of County Jail

Supervisors Felesia Martin and Ryan Clancy propose legislation in response to deaths at county jail.

MKE County: Expanded City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Approved
MKE County

Expanded City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Approved

County Board's Finance Committee approves $1.3 million for a 'last mile' transit service.

Transportation: County Seeks Better Safety for Bikers, Pedestrians
Transportation

County Seeks Better Safety for Bikers, Pedestrians

Will conduct study of about 20 bike and pedestrians crossings to improve them.

MKE County: Company Hiking Prices for Corrections Food
MKE County

Company Hiking Prices for Corrections Food

Aramark Correctional Services negotiates 8% price hike for food served at county facilities.

MKE County: Courts Gain $570,000 Grant For Criminal Justice Reform
MKE County

Courts Gain $570,000 Grant For Criminal Justice Reform

Final phase of $6 million in funding from John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.

MKE County: Committee Approves Medical Debt Relief
MKE County

Committee Approves Medical Debt Relief

Project with RIP Medical Debt will cancel $153 million in debt owed by county residents.

MKE County: New Firms Will Study Rehab, Replacement or Demo of The Domes
MKE County

New Firms Will Study Rehab, Replacement or Demo of The Domes

Construction consultant Concord Group will review options for redevelopment and demolition of The Domes.

Carl Ashley Named Milwaukee’s Chief Judge

Carl Ashley Named Milwaukee’s Chief Judge

Ashley currently serves as deputy chief judge and has served on the bench since 1999.

MKE County: Supervisor Proposes Aid for MATC Students Facing Housing Insecurity
MKE County

Supervisor Proposes Aid for MATC Students Facing Housing Insecurity

Sup. Steve Shea, also an MATC instructor, pushing $100,000 for financial assistance fund.

Transportation: State Gives Milwaukee Federal Money for Electric Buses
Transportation

State Gives Milwaukee Federal Money for Electric Buses

State awards grant for the purchase of up to 16 battery electric buses.

MKE County: County Jail Records Second In-Custody Death of 2023
MKE County

County Jail Records Second In-Custody Death of 2023

An unidentified 37-year-old man is reported dead. No cause of death immediately released.

MKE County: Traveling Beer Gardens Begin in May
MKE County

Traveling Beer Gardens Begin in May

Actually only one traveling beer garden will run this year. But something might be brewing in Juneau Park.

MKE County: Supervisors Propose Abortion Travel Fund
MKE County

Supervisors Propose Abortion Travel Fund

But the county Corporation Counsel calls the proposal "nearly certainly illegal."

MKE County: Parks’ Former Barn Youth Hostel Could Be Redeveloped
MKE County

Parks’ Former Barn Youth Hostel Could Be Redeveloped

Seeking developer for barn and residential building on site located on Root River Parkway.

MKE County: County’s Financial Forecast Gets Grimmer
MKE County

County’s Financial Forecast Gets Grimmer

County falls short by more than $100 million in new five-year outlook by comptroller.

Transportation: Southwest Adds Flights at Mitchell Airport
Transportation

Southwest Adds Flights at Mitchell Airport

Additional flights to nine destinations are scheduled in 2023.

MKE County: Crowley Promotes Vending Machines To Prevent Opioid Deaths
MKE County

Crowley Promotes Vending Machines To Prevent Opioid Deaths

County to install 25 vending machines with narcan spray, fentanyl test strips and more.

MKE County: Underwood Park Wading Pool Could Become Splash Pad
MKE County

Underwood Park Wading Pool Could Become Splash Pad

Splash pad would save money and be more accessible to people in wheelchairs.

MKE County: Warming Center Opening Following Extended Power Outages
MKE County

Warming Center Opening Following Extended Power Outages

County Executive David Crowley declares snow emergency.

MKE County: Upstart Kitchen Seeks Funding for Expansion
MKE County

Upstart Kitchen Seeks Funding for Expansion

Food service incubator has provided thousands of meals for homeless, and wants to expand.

MKE County: Program Would Subsidize Low-Income Health Insurance Premiums
MKE County

Program Would Subsidize Low-Income Health Insurance Premiums

County would join effort to prevent people from losing health insurance coverage.

Transportation: Bus Rides Free on St. Patrick’s Day
Transportation

Bus Rides Free on St. Patrick’s Day

Molson Coors once again sponsoring free bus rides on St. Patrick’s Day.

Transportation: MCTS Holding Public Information Meetings on New BRT
Transportation

MCTS Holding Public Information Meetings on New BRT

Starting in June, 9-mile Bus Rapid Transit will run from Downtown to Wauwatosa..

MKE County: Committee Votes to Condemn Conversion Therapy
MKE County

Committee Votes to Condemn Conversion Therapy

Resolution would have no legal impact, meant as political and educational statement.

Transportation: Mitchell Wins ‘Best Airport’ Award
Transportation

Mitchell Wins ‘Best Airport’ Award

Milwaukee's airport wins second annual award as one of best in North America for its size.

Transportation: Route 88 A Transit Success Story
Transportation

Route 88 A Transit Success Story

Bus route with less frequency grows riders. But this is a cautionary tale, too, transit officials say.

MKE County: Crowley Signs $9.5 Million in Affordable Housing Contracts
MKE County

Crowley Signs $9.5 Million in Affordable Housing Contracts

Funding supports projects in Brown Deer, Wauwatosa and South Milwaukee.

MKE County: Museum Unveils Details of First New Exhibit
MKE County

Museum Unveils Details of First New Exhibit

Featuring dinosaurs, mammoths, saber-toothed cats and 122,000 Silurian fossils.

MKE County: Pandemic Lockdown Caused Problems At Correctional Facility
MKE County

Pandemic Lockdown Caused Problems At Correctional Facility

Report shows disruptive conduct, medical emergencies, altercations increased at CRC.

MKE County: Sherman Park Could Get $2.2 Million Overhaul
MKE County

Sherman Park Could Get $2.2 Million Overhaul

Partnership of county and Boys & Girls Club would rehab park, add new amenities.

MKE County: County Seeks Contractors for New Human Services Building
MKE County

County Seeks Contractors for New Human Services Building

Plans call for a $42 million, 4-story, 60,000-square-foot facility at 12th and Cherry.

Wisconsin Avenue Park May Be Renamed

Wisconsin Avenue Park May Be Renamed

Park designed for people of all abilities already has raised $4.1 million in private funds towards its $7 million project cost.

Transportation: MCTS Buses Could Again Serve Summerfest, But Issues Remain
Transportation

MCTS Buses Could Again Serve Summerfest, But Issues Remain

And even if they do, it would be in a much-diminished capacity.

MKE County: Parks Foundation Boosts Reforestation Effort
MKE County

Parks Foundation Boosts Reforestation Effort

Molson Coors, Fund for Lake Michigan funding reforestation staff with donation.

MKE County: County Board Primary Race Has Three Candidates
MKE County

County Board Primary Race Has Three Candidates

Special election called to fill District 14 seat left vacant by Dyango Zerpa resignation.

MPM Announces Permanent Exhibits at New Museum

MPM Announces Permanent Exhibits at New Museum

Five permanent exhibits will include one with dinosaurs, another on old Milwaukee.

MKE County: County Transportation Building Going Solar?
MKE County

County Transportation Building Going Solar?

Seeking consultants to study installing solar panels at site in Wauwatosa.

MKE County: Family of Woman Who Died in Jail Speaks Out
MKE County

Family of Woman Who Died in Jail Speaks Out

Cilivea Thyrion, then 20, committed suicide in December 2022, the Sheriff's Office has said.

Transportation: BRT Grant Could Fund Downtown Plaza
Transportation

BRT Grant Could Fund Downtown Plaza

New $2 million federal grant frees up funds for downtown upgrades along Bus Rapid Transit line.

Transportation: Airport Will Rip Out Two Runways
Transportation

Airport Will Rip Out Two Runways

To save on costs, Milwaukee Mitchell plans to downsize to three-runway airport.

MKE County: Final Estabrook Dam Lawsuit Ends
MKE County

Final Estabrook Dam Lawsuit Ends

The last lawsuit related to the Estabrook Dam removal has been dismissed, five years after the dam itself.

MKE County: South Shore Breakwater Could Be Partially Repaired This Year
MKE County

South Shore Breakwater Could Be Partially Repaired This Year

County looking for a contractor to repair 2020 storm damage. Feds rejected FEMA aid.

Transportation: New Electric BRT Line Will Launch With Some Diesel Buses
Transportation

New Electric BRT Line Will Launch With Some Diesel Buses

New service will still launch June 4, but will be short four electric buses.

MKE County: Milwaukee Area Above State Average for Remote Work
MKE County

Milwaukee Area Above State Average for Remote Work

Wisconsin Policy Forum report shows the Milwaukee metro area with a large percentage of the state's remote workers.

MKE County: Board Resolution Condemns Conversion Therapy
MKE County

Board Resolution Condemns Conversion Therapy

Board expected to pass resolution, echoing stand of national medical groups.

MKE County: Crowley Appoints New Medical Examiner
MKE County

Crowley Appoints New Medical Examiner

County executive promotes Interim Medical Examiner Wieslawa Tlomak; board must approve this.

Transportation: Bus Route Changes Coming March 5
Transportation

Bus Route Changes Coming March 5

To cut costs, changes coming to routes 52, 15 and 60.

MKE County: 7 Takeaways From Crowley’s 2023 State of the County Speech
MKE County

7 Takeaways From Crowley’s 2023 State of the County Speech

Going back to college, helping youth and counting on a new partnership with the state.

MKE County: County Has A History With the Sales Tax
MKE County

County Has A History With the Sales Tax

For 15 years local officials have debated, voted, campaigned on and lobbied for a county sales tax hike.

MKE County: Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance
MKE County

Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance

Some residents oppose plan to convert roadway to pedestrian-bike trail along KK River Parkway.

MKE County: County Begins Future Domes Study
MKE County

County Begins Future Domes Study

Seeking construction consultant to price everything from demolition to restoration to expanded urban botanical complex.

MKE County: Courthouse, Transit System Drop Mask Requirement
MKE County

Courthouse, Transit System Drop Mask Requirement

Milwaukee County downgraded by CDC to "low" COVID-19 risk.

MKE County: Two Candidates Running For Vacant County Board Seat
MKE County

Two Candidates Running For Vacant County Board Seat

Travis Hope and Caroline Gómez-Tom running for 14th District vacated by former supervisor Dyango Zerpa.

Transportation: MCTS’ New Rider-Friendly Fare System Launches March 1
Transportation

MCTS’ New Rider-Friendly Fare System Launches March 1

New fare system and mobile app automatically cap your payments at cheapest daily, weekly or monthly rate.

Public Museum Adding Live Animal Exhibit

Public Museum Adding Live Animal Exhibit

Sloths, iguanas, tortoises and more part of new exhibit called "Survival of the Slowest."

MKE County: Should Road Through Lake Park Be Pedestrianized?
MKE County

Should Road Through Lake Park Be Pedestrianized?

A survey of nearby residents found great support for a pedestrian and bicycle-only Ravine Road.

MKE County: Proposed North-South BRT Line Loses Southern Anchor
MKE County

Proposed North-South BRT Line Loses Southern Anchor

Northwestern Mutual's Franklin campus, with 2,000 employees, was supposed to be the southernmost stop on new bus rapid transit line.

MKE County: Dan Boehm Out at MCTS
MKE County

Dan Boehm Out at MCTS

County bus system leader since 2014 faced employee allegations of verbal abuse and retaliation.

MKE County: Is Hales Corners Ice Rink Project Dead?
MKE County

Is Hales Corners Ice Rink Project Dead?

The leader of private/public project says so, now that county demands its $75,000 back.

MKE County: County Wants Ideas To Save Coggs Building
MKE County

County Wants Ideas To Save Coggs Building

County has open call for ideas, including asking for ways to develop the former department store.

Mandela Barnes Forms Political Action Committee

Mandela Barnes Forms Political Action Committee

The Long Run PAC will support new generation of progressive candidates.

MKE County: Board Releases Funds for Park Projects
MKE County

Board Releases Funds for Park Projects

County board approves $1.3 million in maintenance, repairs and new projects for parks.

Iron Grate Chef Returns for Central Standard Winter Luau

Iron Grate Chef Returns for Central Standard Winter Luau

Chef Aaron Patin will smoke a whole pig outdoors in Downtown.

MKE County: County Plans for Surge In Funding To Address Homelessness
MKE County

County Plans for Surge In Funding To Address Homelessness

County investing $4.5 million into housing navigation, rental assistance and housing rehabilitation.

Transportation: Feds Will Fund Milwaukee County’s Safe Streets Plan
Transportation

Feds Will Fund Milwaukee County’s Safe Streets Plan

$800,000 grant will fund county-wide road safety plan, a precursor to move funding

MKE County: Board Almost Blocks Juvenile Justice Funding
MKE County

Board Almost Blocks Juvenile Justice Funding

A majority of supervisors voted to hold on a $42 million contract without appearing to know what the impact would be.

MKE County: ARPA Money Could Expand Two Milwaukee Mental Health Programs
MKE County

ARPA Money Could Expand Two Milwaukee Mental Health Programs

Two community mental health providers plan expansion with county ARPA funds.

MKE County: Crowley Calling Special Election for Vacant Board Seat
MKE County

Crowley Calling Special Election for Vacant Board Seat

Election for seat vacated by Sup. Dyango Zerpa will coincide with spring election dates.

World’s Tallest Timber Tower To Have Artist-in-Residence

World’s Tallest Timber Tower To Have Artist-in-Residence

Reginald Baylor Studio will have residency at New Land's 25-story Ascent.

MKE County: Supervisors Stall, Inflate Cost of Sea Wall Project
MKE County

Supervisors Stall, Inflate Cost of Sea Wall Project

Cost of McKinley Flushing Channel rises as county board second guesses engineers.

MKE County: Will Online Foreclosure Auction Prevent Intimidation, Collusion?
MKE County

Will Online Foreclosure Auction Prevent Intimidation, Collusion?

County attempts to thwart collusion by 'bad actor landlords' at property auctions.

MKE County: Animal Advocates Criticize Zoo’s Elephant Facility
MKE County

Animal Advocates Criticize Zoo’s Elephant Facility

National group says Milwaukee zoo way too small, 'a prison' for its elephants

MKE County: Free Golf For Parks Employees?
MKE County

Free Golf For Parks Employees?

Finance Committee approves free and reduced-price golf as a benefit for parks employees.

MKE County: Dyango Zerpa Resigns From County Board
MKE County

Dyango Zerpa Resigns From County Board

Freshman supervisor expensed unapproved hotel stay to county credit card.

MKE County: Committee Approves Funding for Suburban Affordable Housing Projects
MKE County

Committee Approves Funding for Suburban Affordable Housing Projects

But Sup. Peter Burgelis tries to stop subsidy for Wauwatosa development, citing cost.

Transportation: MCTS Makes Changes to Transit Security
Transportation

MCTS Makes Changes to Transit Security

MCTS, after union's repeated prodding, pursuing charges against people that assault bus drivers.

MKE County: Revived Youth Commission Starts Its Work
MKE County

Revived Youth Commission Starts Its Work

Milwaukee County revives youth leadership program, and gives members a list of things to work on.

Transportation: BRT Line Slated for June 4 Start
Transportation

BRT Line Slated for June 4 Start

MCTS still must stripe dedicated lanes, add equipment to stations.

Transportation: North-South BRT Plans Advancing in 2023
Transportation

North-South BRT Plans Advancing in 2023

Transit officials will focus on new BRT project after East-West BRT launches in June.

Sculpture Milwaukee Announces 2023 Curator

Sculpture Milwaukee Announces 2023 Curator

Artist, gallery owner and innovator John Riepenhoff will curate Sculpture Milwaukee 2023.

MKE County: Six Ways County Will Spend Opioid Settlement Funds
MKE County

Six Ways County Will Spend Opioid Settlement Funds

Opioid treatment programs a priority for spending $56 million won from drug companies.

Transportation: County Survey Finds Support for Bike, Pedestrian Options
Transportation

County Survey Finds Support for Bike, Pedestrian Options

Residents concerned about street safety, reckless driving, lack of bike lanes and buses.

MKE County: Former Fugitive Reported Dead in Jail
MKE County

Former Fugitive Reported Dead in Jail

Second death in two-months in Milwaukee County Jail.

MKE County: Medical Examiner Struggles With Staffing
MKE County

Medical Examiner Struggles With Staffing

Office now shorthanded for forensic investigators. Interim chief has temporary plan.

Transportation: City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Planning Large Expansion
Transportation

City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Planning Large Expansion

FlexRide, a last-mile transit service, would expand the suburban areas it takes Milwaukee residents to.

MKE County: Supervisor Says Republicans Planning Incentives for Consolidated City, County Government
MKE County

Supervisor Says Republicans Planning Incentives for Consolidated City, County Government

Conervative Deanna Alexander described a specific plan that would "reward the entities for consolidating."

MKE County: County Has Open Call for Lifeguards
MKE County

County Has Open Call for Lifeguards

Parks department hopes to improve lifeguard numbers, open more pools this year.

Museum Days Returns for 2023

Museum Days Returns for 2023

With special exhibits and free and reduced admission at 27 metro area museums.

MKE County: County Could Erase $153 Million in Medical Debt
MKE County

County Could Erase $153 Million in Medical Debt

County residents would gain debt relief via county partnership with New York nonprofit.

MKE County: South Milwaukee Baseball Diamond Getting Upgrade
MKE County

South Milwaukee Baseball Diamond Getting Upgrade

South Milwaukee School District maintains baseball diamond owned by the county.

MKE County: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rising
MKE County

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rising

Hospitalizations could be an indication of rising transmission.

MKE County: Did Sheriff Transfer Inmates to Racine Without Permission?
MKE County

Did Sheriff Transfer Inmates to Racine Without Permission?

Sheriff began making transfers at significant costs before getting board buy-in.

MKE County: County Planning Habitat Restoration in Milwaukee River Greenway
MKE County

County Planning Habitat Restoration in Milwaukee River Greenway

Project will clear invasive species, improve habitats for plants and wildlife.

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.

MKE County: No Criminal Charges in Brieon Green Suicide
MKE County

No Criminal Charges in Brieon Green Suicide

DA finds no liability for sheriff's officers overseeing county jail where suicide occurred.

MKE County: Jackson Park Boathouse To Become Open-Air Pavilion
MKE County

Jackson Park Boathouse To Become Open-Air Pavilion

Boathouse being redesigned as part of MMSD stormwater project in the park.

Museum Won’t Preserve ‘Streets of Old Milwaukee’

Museum Won’t Preserve ‘Streets of Old Milwaukee’

But new museum will have 'highly immersive exhibit' exploring city's history, cultures.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Proposal to Fund Housing Project
MKE County

Crowley Signs Proposal to Fund Housing Project

$11 million project will sell houses to owner occupants rather than predatory landlords.

MKE County: Federal Spending Bill Includes $10.8 Million For Milwaukee County
MKE County

Federal Spending Bill Includes $10.8 Million For Milwaukee County

Crowley says Baldwin and Moore fought 'tooth and nail' to secure funding.

MKE County: Sheriff Denita Ball Sworn In
MKE County

Sheriff Denita Ball Sworn In

Ball is the first woman to become sheriff in Milwaukee County history.

MKE County: Attempt To Clear Parks With Goats Fails
MKE County

Attempt To Clear Parks With Goats Fails

It's cheaper to use humans because they can operate chainsaws.

MKE County: Take The County Climate Change Survey
MKE County

Take The County Climate Change Survey

County kicks off planning process for carbon-neutrality by 2050 with citizen survey.

MKE County: Crowley Makes New Appointments to Museum Board, Baseball District
MKE County

Crowley Makes New Appointments to Museum Board, Baseball District

Kristen Hardy and Danielle Bergner will serve on the museum board and baseball district.

Tugboat Sinks in Port Milwaukee

Tugboat Sinks in Port Milwaukee

The tug Michigan took on water Monday, raising concerns of possible pollution from its cargo.

Milwaukee Lawmakers Plan Another Go At Unifying Pot Possession Fines

Milwaukee Lawmakers Plan Another Go At Unifying Pot Possession Fines

Report shows a patchwork of marijuana fines in Milwaukee County. Would require city to raise its fine.

MKE County: Ways to Support County Park Tree Planting in 2023
MKE County

Ways to Support County Park Tree Planting in 2023

Donate to annual planting effort or volunteer to help get them in the ground.

Secret Concert Series Quickly Growing in Milwaukee

Secret Concert Series Quickly Growing in Milwaukee

Sofar Sounds, known for hidden venues and mystery lineups, doubles shows in 2022.

Transportation: MCTS Bus Service to Ozaukee Ends
Transportation

MCTS Bus Service to Ozaukee Ends

Ozaukee County Express getting new operator, with less expansive route that's more expensive.

Federal Bill Could Lower Cost of Jail Phone Calls

Federal Bill Could Lower Cost of Jail Phone Calls

Milwaukee County Board has grappled with jail phone costs for inmates, families.

MKE County: Report Finds Holes In County Substance Abuse Program
MKE County

Report Finds Holes In County Substance Abuse Program

Wisconsin Policy Forum recommends using opioid settlement funds to revitalize system.

MKE County: South Milwaukee Affordable Housing Project Gets County Funding
MKE County

South Milwaukee Affordable Housing Project Gets County Funding

County awarding $2.5 million for the redevelopment of the former Bucyrus campus.

MKE County: Clancy Takes On Jail Food Monopoly
MKE County

Clancy Takes On Jail Food Monopoly

Sup. Ryan Clancy looks to break up Aramark Corporation's control over both food services and commissary.

MKE County: County Opens Coggs Building as Warming Center
MKE County

County Opens Coggs Building as Warming Center

Human Services building at 1220 W. Vliet St. will be open 24 hours a day over the holiday weekend.

Pabst Theater Group Disputes That Union Contract Finalized

Pabst Theater Group Disputes That Union Contract Finalized

Union says contract finalized. Pabst says not quite but won't say why.

Molson Coors Again Sponsoring Free Bus Rides on New Year’s Eve

Molson Coors Again Sponsoring Free Bus Rides on New Year’s Eve

Since 1988 the program has provided more than 1 million rides for Milwaukee imbibers.

MKE County: Milwaukee Youth Commission Appointments Confirmed
MKE County

Milwaukee Youth Commission Appointments Confirmed

18 high school students appointed to new youth commission.

MKE County: Youth Detention in Racine Approved
MKE County

Youth Detention in Racine Approved

Supervisors quietly approve policy they previously rejected.

Transportation: County Board Rejects The ‘Fix at Six’
Transportation

County Board Rejects The ‘Fix at Six’

Board still maintains a policy of opposition to I-94 expansion, but won't support this alternative.

Transportation: Southwest Adding Flights From Mitchell
Transportation

Southwest Adding Flights From Mitchell

Will add non-stop flight to Kansas City and more flights to other cities from Milwaukee airport next year.

MKE County: Board Approves Waukesha Water Deal After Revisions
MKE County

Board Approves Waukesha Water Deal After Revisions

Board grants Waukesha access to one-acre of county land for $300 million drinking water project.

MKE County: Board Approves Studying Demolition, Other Options For The Domes
MKE County

Board Approves Studying Demolition, Other Options For The Domes

Policy does not support demolition, which many supervisors remain opposed to.

MKE County: Abortion Referendum Will Be On Spring Ballots
MKE County

Abortion Referendum Will Be On Spring Ballots

Advisory referendum on Wisconsin's abortion ban will be on Milwaukee County ballots during April election.

Pabst Theater Group Union Approves First Labor Contract

Pabst Theater Group Union Approves First Labor Contract

Following summer unionization vote, new contract includes improved pay rates, expanded labor-management policies

MKE County: Brewers Donates Scoreboards to Parks
MKE County

Brewers Donates Scoreboards to Parks

Brewers Foundation and U.S. Cellular donate $44,000 for new scoreboards in Lincoln and Sherman parks.

MKE County: County Finalizing Deal for Forensic Science Center
MKE County

County Finalizing Deal for Forensic Science Center

County Board must agree to release more than $100 million in funding for project.

Transportation: New Direct Flights from Milwaukee to Sarasota
Transportation

New Direct Flights from Milwaukee to Sarasota

Southwest adding daily, non-stop flights around typical Spring Break season.

Transportation: Opponents Assail I-94 Expansion at Public Hearing
Transportation

Opponents Assail I-94 Expansion at Public Hearing

Anti-expansion coalition pushes 'Fix at Six' rather than eight-lane I-94 expansion.

MKE County: Committee Okays Racine Detention for Youthful Offenders
MKE County

Committee Okays Racine Detention for Youthful Offenders

Board will reconsider agreement it opposed in September to pay for Racine facility.

MKE County: Supervisors Approve Affordable Housing Plans
MKE County

Supervisors Approve Affordable Housing Plans

Progress on two major affordable housing projects pushed by Crowley.

MKE County: Three Respiratory Illnesses Affecting Milwaukee
MKE County

Three Respiratory Illnesses Affecting Milwaukee

COVID-19 isn't the only virus going around right now.

Public Museum Returning Headdress to Forest County Potawatomi

Public Museum Returning Headdress to Forest County Potawatomi

Feathered hat originally confiscated by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

MKE County: Board Considering Abortion Referendum, Again
MKE County

Board Considering Abortion Referendum, Again

Board would place question on April ballot after failing to approve November election proposal.

MKE County: Supervisors Stall Waukesha Drinking Water Project
MKE County

Supervisors Stall Waukesha Drinking Water Project

Waukesha needs access to one acre of county land. Committee votes to delay this.

MKE County: New Domes Policy Gets First Approval
MKE County

New Domes Policy Gets First Approval

Supervisors soften language but still include possibility of demolishing domes.

MKE County: County Clerk Subpoenaed in Federal Criminal Probe of Trump
MKE County

County Clerk Subpoenaed in Federal Criminal Probe of Trump

DOJ seeks communications from Trump campaign seeking to overturn 2020 election.

Candidate Announces for Derek Mosley’s Judicial Seat

Candidate Announces for Derek Mosley’s Judicial Seat

Legal Action of Wisconsin attorney Molly Gena running for Municipal Court Judge.

MKE County: Medical Examiner’s Office Needs Help With Autopsies
MKE County

Medical Examiner’s Office Needs Help With Autopsies

Staff shortage since chief medical examiner dismissed could jeopardize accreditation.

MKE County: Family Says Guard Ignored Brieon Green Committing Suicide at Jail
MKE County

Family Says Guard Ignored Brieon Green Committing Suicide at Jail

Family horrified after reviewing footage of his death in custody at Milwaukee County Jail.

MKE County: Proposal For Transit Health Clinic Sees Pushback
MKE County

Proposal For Transit Health Clinic Sees Pushback

Transit system doesn't want new clinic on facility it may sell in the future.

MKE County: New Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes
MKE County

New Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes

County board considering replacing repair-focused 2016 policy after limited progress.

Transportation: County Committee Backs I-94 ‘Fix at Six’
Transportation

County Committee Backs I-94 ‘Fix at Six’

Resolution next goes to full county board. MICAH leader warns the state could be sued.

Public Museum Picks Firms to Oversee New Museum’s Construction

Public Museum Picks Firms to Oversee New Museum’s Construction

MC Group and partners will act as owners representatives on project.

MKE County: $6.5 Million Awarded for Suburban Affordable Housing
MKE County

$6.5 Million Awarded for Suburban Affordable Housing

Two projects in Wauwatosa, one in Brown Deer would together create 129 new units.

Transit Union, MCTS Reach Agreement

Transit Union, MCTS Reach Agreement

New three-year labor contract hailed by both management and bus drivers union as fair deal.

First Candidate Announces for Triggiano’s Judicial Seat

First Candidate Announces for Triggiano’s Judicial Seat

Family Court Commissioner Ana Berrios-Schroeder will run for Milwaukee Circuit Court.

MKE County: County Hits 4-Year High of Youth in State Prisons
MKE County

County Hits 4-Year High of Youth in State Prisons

On track for highest number sentenced to Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake since 2018.

MKE County: COVID-19 Disease Burden Remains Stable
MKE County

COVID-19 Disease Burden Remains Stable

County medical advisor says vaccines holding up well against new variants, but those over 65 should get latest booster shot.

Transportation: Mitchell Airport Adds New Parking Feature
Transportation

Mitchell Airport Adds New Parking Feature

Pay inside the airport and zip through the gate on your way home.

MKE County: County Plans Expanded Opioid Epidemic Response
MKE County

County Plans Expanded Opioid Epidemic Response

How to maximize impact of $56.6 million settlement over 18 years from drug companies.

Transportation: Supervisor Pushes Health Clinic for Transit Workers
Transportation

Supervisor Pushes Health Clinic for Transit Workers

Sup. Peter Burgelis wants to use federal funding for employee health clinic.

MKE County: Parks Plans $3 Million King Center Rehab
MKE County

Parks Plans $3 Million King Center Rehab

Repairs to community center on 15th and Vliet part of a larger investment in neighborhood improvements.

MKE County: Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal
MKE County

Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal

Should neighbors have rights to maintain bluff forever? Crowley says no.

Transportation: Bus Route Cuts Coming in 2023
Transportation

Bus Route Cuts Coming in 2023

Final 2023 county budget cut millions from MCTS funding, causing reductions in service.

MKE County: Crowley Says House of Correction Renamed, Despite Board’s Opposition
MKE County

Crowley Says House of Correction Renamed, Despite Board’s Opposition

Board cut funding for uniforms, signage at renamed Community Reintegration Center.

MKE County: Wastewater Data Shows COVID-19 Uptick
MKE County

Wastewater Data Shows COVID-19 Uptick

Testing data may not offer complete picture of current disease levels.

Winter Chalets Return to South Shore Park

Winter Chalets Return to South Shore Park

Heated chalets allow year-round use of South Shore Beer Garden.

Milwaukee’s Chief Judge Leaving Bench For Marquette Job

Milwaukee’s Chief Judge Leaving Bench For Marquette Job

Mary Triggiano to lead Marquette Law School's Center for Restorative Justice.

Transportation: Transit Union Rallies for Fair Contract
Transportation

Transit Union Rallies for Fair Contract

Union has authorized a strike while declining "final" offer from MCTS.

Referendums Show Local Government Funding Challenges

Referendums Show Local Government Funding Challenges

While state aid remains stagnant, localities across Wisconsin seek property tax hikes.

MKE County: Mental Health Center Wins Good Government Award
MKE County

Mental Health Center Wins Good Government Award

County partnership with area health systems on emergency mental health care gets award.

Transportation: Coat Check Returns to Mitchell Airport
Transportation

Coat Check Returns to Mitchell Airport

Winter travelers to southern or tropical vacations can have their coat waiting when they come back.

MKE County: Will Public Pools Open in 2023?
MKE County

Will Public Pools Open in 2023?

Board adds funding to budget, but lifeguard shortage could still be a problem.

Transportation: MCTS Unveils New Electric Bus, Brand For BRT Line
Transportation

MCTS Unveils New Electric Bus, Brand For BRT Line

East-West BRT will be "MCTS Connect" with all-electric fleet.

MKE County: Board Adopts 2023 County Budget
MKE County

Board Adopts 2023 County Budget

Board spent nearly 12 hours debating amendments, what passed?

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Lt. Governor who lost US Senate race thanks supporters in speech at Sherman Phoenix.

Ron Johnson Appears To Defeat Mandela Barnes

Ron Johnson Appears To Defeat Mandela Barnes

Narrow race appears to have given Republican a third term.

MKE County: Lake Park Neighbors Seek Control of Bluff
MKE County

Lake Park Neighbors Seek Control of Bluff

Wahl Ave. residents have already clear cut top of bluff, now want special access to all of it.

MKE County: County Estimates It Prevented Evictions for 12,000 Households
MKE County

County Estimates It Prevented Evictions for 12,000 Households

Rental assistance program begun in 2020 awarded $15 million more in federal funds.

MKE County: Crowley Vetoes Historic Designation For Domes
MKE County

Crowley Vetoes Historic Designation For Domes

County Executive says county should consider all options, including demolition of domes.

New COVID-19 Variants Displace Stable BA.5 Variant, Could Change Transmission Rate

New COVID-19 Variants Displace Stable BA.5 Variant, Could Change Transmission Rate

Less than 40% of cases nationwide are now long-dominant Omicron subvariant

MKE County: 120 New Homes for King Park Neighborhood
MKE County

120 New Homes for King Park Neighborhood

County, CDA select Emem Group and Habitat as developers.

Transportation: Transit Strike Hinges On Next Contract Offer
Transportation

Transit Strike Hinges On Next Contract Offer

Union members show up in large numbers at county budget hearing.

Milwaukee Airport Museum Holding Memorabilia Sale

Milwaukee Airport Museum Holding Memorabilia Sale

Rare sale of Milwaukee aviation memorabilia on Wednesday, Nov. 9.

MKE County: Commission Pauses Proposal For Another Lakefront War Memorial
MKE County

Commission Pauses Proposal For Another Lakefront War Memorial

Project site would disrupt newly installed green infrastructure. Residents suggest other sites.

MKE County: Disabled Riders Decry End To Taxi Service
MKE County

Disabled Riders Decry End To Taxi Service

Transit Union demands more funding, others push sheriff budget cuts at public budget meeting.

Hunger Task Force Blasts State For Leaving Coggs Building

Hunger Task Force Blasts State For Leaving Coggs Building

Files civil rights complaint. State says residents seeking benefits can still get service.

MKE County: County Seeks Suburban Affordable Housing Projects
MKE County

County Seeks Suburban Affordable Housing Projects

Looking to use $15 million in federal ARPA funds for gap financing of affordable housing.

MKE County: Lake Park Bridge Open For First Time In 6 Years
MKE County

Lake Park Bridge Open For First Time In 6 Years

Pedestrians can once again cross the historic foot bridge in Lake Park.

MKE County: Did Crowley Fire Medical Examiner?
MKE County

Did Crowley Fire Medical Examiner?

Former Medical Examiner Brian Peterson says he was forced out by the county executive.

MKE County: Evers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff
MKE County

Evers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff

Ball makes history ahead of schedule as first female Milwaukee County Sheriff.

Economists Call Michels’ Flat Tax ‘Disastrous’

Economists Call Michels’ Flat Tax ‘Disastrous’

Dozens of economists and researchers sign letter opposing tax plan.

MKE County: Youth Detention Center Overcrowded
MKE County

Youth Detention Center Overcrowded

After voting against sending some youth to Racine detention center, county now has more youth than beds at Vel Phillips Center.

New COVID-19 Boosters Available for Children

New COVID-19 Boosters Available for Children

Top county health official discusses booster safety, urges vaccination.

MKE County: County Parks Fees Increasing
MKE County

County Parks Fees Increasing

Parks system stays afloat - barely - with money making services that provide half its budget.

Transportation: Staff Shortage Limits Airport’s Rebound
Transportation

Staff Shortage Limits Airport’s Rebound

Demand is way up since pandemic, but airline capacity an issue for Mitchell International Airport.

MKE County: Rising New COVID-19 Variants A Concern
MKE County

Rising New COVID-19 Variants A Concern

As the current dominant COVID-19 variant is replaced, the disease will become less predictable.

MKE County: Sheriff Lucas Leaving for Job With Fiserv
MKE County

Sheriff Lucas Leaving for Job With Fiserv

Will become Vice President of Security for Wisconsin for company headquartered in Brookfield.

MKE County: Museum, Forensic Center Will Cost County $161 Million
MKE County

Museum, Forensic Center Will Cost County $161 Million

Projects will increase county debt burden by 23%, greatly increasing county's fiscal woes.

MKE County: Federal Rules Shut Down County’s Largest Dog Park
MKE County

Federal Rules Shut Down County’s Largest Dog Park

Runway Dog Park to close Nov. 1. County looks to create replacement, seeks citizen input.

Transportation: MCTS and Transit Union Will Resume Contract Negotiations in November
Transportation

MCTS and Transit Union Will Resume Contract Negotiations in November

Transit union has rejected a contract offer, authorized a strike.

MKE County: Two New Oak Leaf Connections Planned for 2023
MKE County

Two New Oak Leaf Connections Planned for 2023

One trail would extend network on city's far northwest side while another would connect Milwaukee and Racine counties.

Transportation: Milwaukee County Gets Funding For Reckless Driving Plan
Transportation

Milwaukee County Gets Funding For Reckless Driving Plan

Study will look at policies and practices to be applied across the county.

MKE County: Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government
MKE County

Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government

Report shows a relative financial calm in 2023, but the potential for future budgetary storms.

MKE County: COVID-19 Increasing In Milwaukee
MKE County

COVID-19 Increasing In Milwaukee

COVID-19 data shows potential for continued increase in disease. Vaccination, boosters key to what happens next.

Transportation: Transit System Reinstates Mask Requirement
Transportation

Transit System Reinstates Mask Requirement

Mask requirement reinstated in response to CDC COVID-19 risk level.

Transportation: Transit System Will Continue to Shrink
Transportation

Transit System Will Continue to Shrink

Budget cuts beginning in 2023 will soften landing from transit system's fiscal cliff.

Widespread Immunity Key To Fighting Next COVID-19 Variant

Widespread Immunity Key To Fighting Next COVID-19 Variant

Maintaining immunity through vaccination, boosters important before next dominant variant emerges says Dr. Ben Weston.

Transportation: MCTS Bus Drivers Authorize A Strike
Transportation

MCTS Bus Drivers Authorize A Strike

MCTS and union reach impasse over wages, healthcare. Union gives leadership authority to call a strike.

MKE County: County Would Raise Tax Levy For Forensic Science Center
MKE County

County Would Raise Tax Levy For Forensic Science Center

County would exceed property tax limits to pay back $107 million in debt for new forensic center and public museum.

MKE County: County To Get a New Plan For Trail Network
MKE County

County To Get a New Plan For Trail Network

County receives grant funding from the state to update its Trails Network Plan.

MKE County: Rock Sportsplex Sound Study Underway, Finally
MKE County

Rock Sportsplex Sound Study Underway, Finally

County commissioned study after years of citizen complaints of noise from Rock Sportsplex.

MKE County: County Finds Success With Beer Gardens
MKE County

County Finds Success With Beer Gardens

Over past decade, county revived history of beer gardens in Milwaukee. And it paid off.

MKE County: Boosters, Vaccination Key to COVID-19 Progress
MKE County

Boosters, Vaccination Key to COVID-19 Progress

County health policy advisor calls for more people to get new booster.

MKE County: State Awards $4.4 Million for Oak Leaf Trail Projects
MKE County

State Awards $4.4 Million for Oak Leaf Trail Projects

Projects include a new connection, trail flooding mitigation and trail modernization.

Site of LGBTQ+ Black Nite Brawl Receiving Historic Landmark Designation

Site of LGBTQ+ Black Nite Brawl Receiving Historic Landmark Designation

Patrons at Black Nite gay bar fought back against homophobic attack in 1961.

MKE County: A Summer-Long Beer Garden for Juneau Park?
MKE County

A Summer-Long Beer Garden for Juneau Park?

As long as Milwaukee County Parks doesn't violate federal tied house prohibitions.

MKE County: County Parks Fights Ash Borer With Reforestation
MKE County

County Parks Fights Ash Borer With Reforestation

Milwaukee County has removed 25,000 trees, but is ramping up its replacement effort.

MKE County: County Drops Mask Rules for Courthouse, Buses
MKE County

County Drops Mask Rules for Courthouse, Buses

Low COVID risk designation prompts change, "high risk" settings still require masks.

MKE County: Milwaukee At Low Level of COVID-19
MKE County

Milwaukee At Low Level of COVID-19

But vaccination remains key to maintaining gains against the disease says county health leader.

MKE County: Crowley Introduces 2023 Budget Laden With ‘Tough Decisions’
MKE County

Crowley Introduces 2023 Budget Laden With ‘Tough Decisions’

Budget increases parks, other departments funding, but shows that cuts are on the horizon.

MKE County: County To Seek Historic Designation for Domes
MKE County

County To Seek Historic Designation for Domes

Board wants National Register of Historic Places listing. A first step toward saving Domes?

MKE County: Board Approves Coggs Building Funding
MKE County

Board Approves Coggs Building Funding

Supervisors vote to use $32.3 million in ARPA funding for new human services building.

Federally Funded COVID-19 Vaccines Will End. What’s Next?

Federally Funded COVID-19 Vaccines Will End. What’s Next?

Cutoff could come by January, leaving county officials worried about impact.

MKE County: Board Approves Ungendered Bathrooms
MKE County

Board Approves Ungendered Bathrooms

And LGBTQ inclusion initiative. 'Access to safe restrooms should be a basic right for every person.'

MKE County: Forensic Science Center Gains Funding
MKE County

Forensic Science Center Gains Funding

State commits $20 million toward county's new $127 million home for medical examiner and emergency management.

MKE County: House of Correction Changing Name
MKE County

House of Correction Changing Name

Crowley wants to better reflect its mission with new name: Community Reintegration Center.

MKE County: Vote Could Send More Youth to Lincoln Hills
MKE County

Vote Could Send More Youth to Lincoln Hills

Board votes down deal with Racine County to hold youth in its detention center.

MKE County: County Jail Visits Remain Elusive Goal
MKE County

County Jail Visits Remain Elusive Goal

Committee rejects report with cost estimates on video, in-person visitations at jail, House of Correction.

MKE County: County Medical Examiner Abruptly Retires
MKE County

County Medical Examiner Abruptly Retires

Dr. Brian Peterson, who faced some controversies, leaves without making a statement.

New Monument Proposed for Lakefront

New Monument Proposed for Lakefront

National foundation proposes monument near War Memorial Center to families who lost loved ones in war.

MKE County: Johnsons Park To Be Renamed
MKE County

Johnsons Park To Be Renamed

Or actually expanded, to include first names of the park's current namesakes.

MKE County: Legal Concerns Raised Over Free Election-Day Transit
MKE County

Legal Concerns Raised Over Free Election-Day Transit

Committee approves free election bus rides, but county attorney says there is risk of legal challenge.

MKE County: Overcrowded Jail Seeks to Send Inmates to Racine
MKE County

Overcrowded Jail Seeks to Send Inmates to Racine

County Jail regularly exceeding its legal capacity, needs solution, Sheriff's Office says.

MKE County: Wisconsin Avenue Park Will Be Area’s First With Universal Access
MKE County

Wisconsin Avenue Park Will Be Area’s First With Universal Access

First in southeastern Wisconsin where everything full accessible for those with disabilities.

Public Museum Wants Your Opinions

Public Museum Wants Your Opinions

Online survey asks people about favored museum experiences, exhibits, to help plan new $240 million facility.

MKE County: Supervisors Demand A Domes Plan
MKE County

Supervisors Demand A Domes Plan

Parks Committee recommends pursuing historic designation. But then what?

MKE County: Task Force Okays $2.5 Million for Homeownership
MKE County

Task Force Okays $2.5 Million for Homeownership

ARPA funds would help program increase home ownership for lower-income families.

MKE County: Board Considers Abortion Rights Proposal
MKE County

Board Considers Abortion Rights Proposal

After protests at his home, Sup. Rolland pushes resolution asking county lobbyists to advocate for state abortion law.

MKE County: County Can’t Decide on Coggs Building
MKE County

County Can’t Decide on Coggs Building

Committee approves $32 million for new DHHS building, and officials seem to favor razing the Coggs building.

MKE County: Task Force Rejects ARPA Funding for Domes
MKE County

Task Force Rejects ARPA Funding for Domes

Supervisors want to use $19 million in pandemic stimulus funds to begin fixing Mitchell Park Domes.

MKE County: County Ready For New Youth Correction Facility
MKE County

County Ready For New Youth Correction Facility

With state funding approved, county officials are ready to build facility.

Transportation: MCTS Working On Bus Security. Again
Transportation

MCTS Working On Bus Security. Again

Number of security incidents has declined but most bus drivers report feeling unsafe.

MKE County: County Youth Commission Accepting Applications
MKE County

County Youth Commission Accepting Applications

Newly reestablished commission gives high schoolers government experience.

MKE County: Free Bus Rides Proposed for Fall Election
MKE County

Free Bus Rides Proposed for Fall Election

Sup. Burgelis proposes free transit and paratransit service on Nov. 8 to encourage voter turnout.

Summerfest Will Keep 3-Weekend Format

Summerfest Will Keep 3-Weekend Format

Festival says format will return in 2023 and survey shows attendee prefer it.

County Offers $500,000 For Affordable Housing Project

County Offers $500,000 For Affordable Housing Project

South Milwaukee project is first time county block grant funds ever used for this.

MKE County: Could Domes Get National Historic Designation?
MKE County

Could Domes Get National Historic Designation?

Supervisors draft legislation to start the nomination process.

MKE County: Milwaukee Reflects Nationwide COVID-19 Decline
MKE County

Milwaukee Reflects Nationwide COVID-19 Decline

But new cases among children increased in past week.

MKE County: Should County Parks Serve Wine, Spirits?
MKE County

Should County Parks Serve Wine, Spirits?

State law prevents this. County officials pushing legislators to allow this as a revenue generator.

MKE County: Kosciuszko Park Center May Be Expanded
MKE County

Kosciuszko Park Center May Be Expanded

Repairs, expansion of dormant community center could cost $33.8 million.

Exhibit Captures Olmsted’s Huge Legacy

Exhibit Captures Olmsted’s Huge Legacy

Villa Terrace offers maps, plans, posters, photographs dramatizing the impact of famed landscape architect in Milwaukee.

Will New Public Museum Recognize Union?

Will New Public Museum Recognize Union?

AFSCME Local 526 raises concerns about this and about museum officials' comments.

MKE County: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Remain High
MKE County

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Remain High

Even with slight drop in recent weeks, still more than 140 people remain hospitalized.

Transportation: MCTS Adds 73 New Clean-Diesel Buses To Fleet
Transportation

MCTS Adds 73 New Clean-Diesel Buses To Fleet

MCTS working to replace more than 200 aging buses by 2024.

Crowley To Help Lead National Counties Group

Crowley To Help Lead National Counties Group

County Executive appointed vice-chair of national county association's large urban caucus.

MKE County: County Plan Will Tackle Courts Backlog
MKE County

County Plan Will Tackle Courts Backlog

Using state ARPA funds to hire nearly 40 new staff in Sheriff's Office, DA's Office and Circuit Court.

MKE County: Mental Health Emergency Center Unveiled
MKE County

Mental Health Emergency Center Unveiled

New center on N. 12th St., opening in September, part of redesigned mental health services in Milwaukee County.

MKE County: Budget Starts With $13 Million Hole
MKE County

Budget Starts With $13 Million Hole

County structural deficit growing. Online budget program and town halls allow citizen input.

MKE County: State Finance Committee Approves Funding For County Youth Justice Center
MKE County

State Finance Committee Approves Funding For County Youth Justice Center

State Legislature follows through on juvenile justice plan passed back in 2018.

MKE County: Mental Health Complex Is Closing
MKE County

Mental Health Complex Is Closing

Final day is Sept. 8, as county changes to decentralized network of mental health clinics and hospitals.

Transportation: County Bus System Up By 1 Million Rides
Transportation

County Bus System Up By 1 Million Rides

MCTS hits 8.4 million rides this year, a big increase, but still far behind pre-pandemic levels.

MKE County: Less Than 50% of School Age Children Vaccinated for COVID-19
MKE County

Less Than 50% of School Age Children Vaccinated for COVID-19

Local public health official urges vaccination ahead of school year.

Skip ID Check Line With New Airport Service

Skip ID Check Line With New Airport Service

CLEAR verifies identity with biometric data and expedites travel through security checks.

Vote Tuesday: Milwaukee County Sheriff Race
Vote Tuesday

Milwaukee County Sheriff Race

Three candidates on ballot and one write-in jockey to become next Milwaukee County Sheriff.

Vote Tuesday: Clerk of Circuit Court
Vote Tuesday

Clerk of Circuit Court

Tuesday's primary election will decide who is the next Clerk of Circuit Court.