MKE County
Parks System Proposes Demolition Of Vacant Buildings
County Executive's 2024 budget proposal includes funding for demolition of unused, nuisance buildings.
Oct 5th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Family Court Getting Remodel
The current facilities are a detriment to safety and access, chief judge says.
Oct 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County’s Homeless Population Rises
Milwaukee, a national leader in reducing problem, saw an increase last year.
Oct 2nd, 2023 by Evan Casey
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.
Sep 28th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Sheriff Inquiry Leads to Board Fracas
Board removes jail inquiry from committee after process falls apart. Issue will go to full board.
Sep 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Battery Electric Buses Returning to Connect 1
MCTS buses for BRT line were pulled in August to have batteries replaced.
Sep 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Halts Medical Travel Subsidy For Abortions
With abortions resuming in state, supervisors hold off on medical travel program.
Sep 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
35th Street Bike-Bus Study Planned
Temporary protected lanes for bicycles and buses to be tested as part of federally funded study.
Sep 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Marine Historical Society Launches ‘Little Boat I’ in Lake Michigan
Local group keeps maritime history alive, including by launching model boats.
Sep 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Recommends Transit Rangers for Bus Security
But transit officials privately raise concerns about program as currently envisioned.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation
Plus: Union-made vehicle policy, Jail Visitation Study, and multi-lingual communication resolution all approved by board.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Drug Settlements Could Help Expand Opioid Addiction Programs
Settlements with opioid producers and distributors could fund 3 programs.
Sep 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
