MKE County
Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies
County Board unanimously approves new contract with sheriff's deputy union, but wants overtime under control.
May 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer36 Pools, Splash Pads, Water Parks Opening in 2024
Parks opening far more pools in 2024 after making waves with lifeguard hiring.
May 23rd, 2024 by Graham KilmerMcKinley Beach Reopens After Four Years
Adding and shaping 11,000 cubic yards of sand to create safer, shallower swimming area.
May 22nd, 2024 by Graham KilmerCorrections Driving County Budget Into Deficit
Along with lower tax revenue than projected. '2024 may punch us in the face.'
May 21st, 2024 by Graham KilmerTrade Hotel Union Files Charges for Labor Law Violations
Complaints allege company barred pro-union communications. NLRB will investigate.
May 20th, 2024 by Graham KilmerTrade Hotel Workers Organizing Union
Lead organizer Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers alleges labor violations.
May 19th, 2024 by Graham KilmerParks Updating Countywide Trail Plan
Planning process seeks citizen input on future of Milwaukee trail system.
May 18th, 2024 by Graham KilmerFrontier Begins New Nonstop Flights To East Coast
It's now easier to travel from Milwaukee Mitchell.
May 17th, 2024 by Graham KilmerJuneau Park Beer Garden Opens Friday
Beer garden opens for second season in downtown park with lake views.
May 15th, 2024 by Graham KilmerMCTS Announces Summer Bus Service Changes
Connect 1 will begin running to lakefront and 10 lines will increase or reduce frequency.
May 15th, 2024 by Graham KilmerClimate Change Threatens Milwaukee’s Coastline
New report documents big changes, multiple threats to miles of valuable coastline.
May 15th, 2024 by Graham KilmerAirport Park Gets New Playground
After years in limbo, Mitchell Airport Park's playground, one of the county's oldest, will be replaced.
May 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer