MKE County
Crowley Makes First Cabinet Picks
A new chief of staff and two new department directors, all promoted from Abele's administration.
May 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Sworn In As County Exec
First elected African-American Milwaukee County Executive in history seeks more equity, more state funding.
May 4th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Racial Equity Ordinance Signed Into Law
First major piece of legislation addressing racial inequity since Milwaukee County declared racism a public health crisis.
Apr 30th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Nicholson Elected County Board Chairwoman
Marcelia Nicholson beats Willie Johnson, Jr. out for leadership of the county board.
Apr 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
105 Cases of COVID-19 at House of Correction
As the results come in from mass testing over the weekend the case count continues to grow.
Apr 23rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
New Board Sworn In at a Parking Lot
Nicholson and Johnson, Jr. vying for leadership position of County Board Chairperson.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
63 House of Correction Inmates Have COVID-19
And many more cases expected as test results of more than 900 inmates and staff come in.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County COVID-19 Expenses Are Rising
Already in the millions. County may need to levy property taxes above the state-imposed limit.
Apr 14th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Budget Will Be Hit Hard by COVID-19 Shutdown
2021 budget deficit could be $40 million or more.
Apr 10th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
House of Correction Has 7 COVID-19 Cases
The first confirmed case was announced Friday. Six more inmates being tested.
Apr 8th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Overdose Deaths Up 50% in 2020
Medical Examiner warns current pace would result in 640 deaths in 2020.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
House of Correction Has Confirmed COVID-19 Case
One inmate has confirmed case, several others showing symptoms. Nurse that works at jail also tests positive.
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
