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GOP Rejects Special Session on Unemployment
Republicans gavel in and then quickly adjourn session.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Vaccines for Senior Citizens Start Soon
As of January 25, people 65 and older can get vaccinated. State committee still finalizing other recommendations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Giving Fest MKE
Kick off 2021 with Giving Fest, a winter festival you don’t even need to leave your couch to enjoy! 50+ virtual events from Jan. 15-Feb. 28 will bring support to Milwaukee’s local businesses when they need it most. These virtual events have real impact!
Jan 19th, 2021 by VISIT Milwaukee
City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle
In unanimous vote, Milwaukee passes local version of CROWN Act.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayoral Veto, Wants Power To Fire Police Chief
Council wants Legislature to give it firing power. Mayor's veto of this fails.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Take a Voyage with the Florentine Opera
Travel virtually to hear great music performed in Venice, the Burgundy region of France, and Tequila, Mexico.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Florentine Opera Company
Beer Industry Suit Involves Local Company
New Berlin-based Beechwood Sales involved in multi-million dollar lawsuit and family spat.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Michael Horne
First Female Chief Forester Sees Challenges
Chief State Forester Heather Berklund manages 17 million acres of forest.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Megan Hart, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Confirms Avalos, Adds Tie-Breaking Vote to Fire & Police Commission
But a potential issue awaits with looming rejection of Ann Wilson's reappointment.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Collecting At-Home COVID-19 Tests
In December state began distributing and receiving test kits. 1,600 collected so far.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Cozy Downtown Condo
Features wood floors, stainless appliances and is close to everything Downtown Milwaukee has to offer.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Urban Milwaukee
