MKE County
Largest Fish Barrier Between Grafton and Lake Michigan Removed
New fish passage opens up 54 miles of habitat for native species like northern pike and sturgeon.
Dec 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Staffing Improves At Correctional Facilities
But still understaffed: County jail reaches 74% of full staffing level and CRC 83%.
Dec 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
In-Person Visits Return to Community Reintegration Center
County correctional center has not allowed such visits for more than a decade.
Dec 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Airport Plans to Repair, Replace Taxiways
Mitchell International Airport awarded $8.7 million in federal funds to pay for this.
Dec 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Hopeful for Pool Openings in 2024
Committee adds funding to Parks budget for this, but more pools are not guaranteed.
Dec 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Officials Change Jail Food Provider
Contract with Trinity Services Group, starting at $6.2 million annually, needs county board approval.
Dec 16th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Third Candidate Will Run for Northwest Side County Board Seat
Brandon Williford joins race for District 18, opposing incumbent Deanna Alexander.
Dec 16th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Would Fund Three Suburban Affordable Housing Developments
Projects in Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee and Brown Deer secure support from board's Finance Committee.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Support New Zoo Entrance
Current location of Zoo entrance causing traffic backups, safety issues on Bluemound Road, supervisor says.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Public Museum Experiencing Frequent Maintenance Issues
MPM reports regular breakdowns of circulation and temperature control systems.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
So Much for That Free Bike Trail
Supervisors consider killing deal for pedestrian infrastructure that Wauwatosa would pay for.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Airport Gets Federal Funds for Runway Rehab
Mitchell International Airport awarded $8.7 million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
