MKE County
Crowley Chief Tells Mental Health Board to Get in Line or Resign
Crowley administration shuts down questions about BHS director Mike Lappen’s resignation.
Apr 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
HR Director Resigned Amid Employee Investigation
Citing ongoing probe, Crowley administration withholds Margo Franklin's resignation letter.
Apr 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Controversial Jackson Park Drive Construction Scheduled for July
Parkway reconstruction with new trail once drew ire of neighbors.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Charles Allis Museum Nonprofit Acquires Historic East Side Building
The purchase is a major step for the nonprofit, which has encountered challenges since county spinoff.
Apr 23rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
County HR Director Resigns After Health Care Scandal
Margo Franklin was at center of controversy that rocked Crowley's campaign for governor.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s Overdose Deaths Dropped 42.5% Since 2022
How county's prevention strategies have helped reduce the numbers.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Nicholson-Bovell Elected to 4th Term as Board Chair
County board starts new two-year term with only one new member and major challenges.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Washington Park Pool Demolition Starts This Year
To be replaced by splashpad? Parks plans first public meeting on future facility in June.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
County Launches Fatherhood Training
New program helps young fathers with parenting, healthy relationships and employment.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Oak Creek Affordable Subdivision Moving Forward
County planning to build 50 single-family homes in first-ever affordable subdivision.
Apr 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Sentencing Date Set in Dugan Case
After conviction, Dugan will be sentenced. But appeal likely.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Pyrotechnics Being Added To July 3 Drone Show
Parks director also promises to dial back feature that annoyed viewers last year.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
