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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.

Milwaukee Sheriff Releases Video of Deputy Punching Girl at Zoo

Milwaukee Sheriff Releases Video of Deputy Punching Girl at Zoo

Incident occurred after lengthy encounter as group struggled to find way to leave zoo property.

Wisconsin Watch Now A Unionized Publication

Wisconsin Watch Now A Unionized Publication

Nonprofit organization voluntarily recognizes unionization effort.

K-12 Education: MPS Slow To Right Size Its Building Footprint
K-12 Education

MPS Slow To Right Size Its Building Footprint

Two board members want to see plan, faster action amid declining enrollment trend.

81st and Brown Deer Will Soon Run On Dunkin’

81st and Brown Deer Will Soon Run On Dunkin’

The upcoming restaurant would be the chain's eighth Milwaukee location.

Top Senate Democrat Calls For Changes To Brewers’ Subsidy Deal

Top Senate Democrat Calls For Changes To Brewers’ Subsidy Deal

Agreement expected to need bipartisan support to pass Senate.

Changes To Milwaukee’s Zoning Code Would Encourage More Development

Changes To Milwaukee’s Zoning Code Would Encourage More Development

"Growing MKE" proposal part of strategy to grow city to 1 million residents.

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.

Milwaukee Businesswoman Has 45 Days To Return Federal Funds

Milwaukee Businesswoman Has 45 Days To Return Federal Funds

Cynthia Brown was awarded $3 million in diverse business program, now the state is asking questions.

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.

Smoke Shack Opens Thanksgiving Pre-Orders

Smoke Shack Opens Thanksgiving Pre-Orders

Third Ward barbeque restaurant offers traditional meats, sides and desserts for a stress-free holiday. Orders open through Nov. 18.