MKE County
Lake Park Bridge Open For First Time In 6 Years
Pedestrians can once again cross the historic foot bridge in Lake Park.
Oct 29th, 2022 by Graham KilmerDid Crowley Fire Medical Examiner?
Former Medical Examiner Brian Peterson says he was forced out by the county executive.
Oct 28th, 2022 by Graham KilmerEvers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff
Ball makes history ahead of schedule as first female Milwaukee County Sheriff.
Oct 27th, 2022 by Graham KilmerYouth Detention Center Overcrowded
After voting against sending some youth to Racine detention center, county now has more youth than beds at Vel Phillips Center.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Graham KilmerNew COVID-19 Boosters Available for Children
Top county health official discusses booster safety, urges vaccination.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Graham KilmerCounty Parks Fees Increasing
Parks system stays afloat - barely - with money making services that provide half its budget.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Graham KilmerRising New COVID-19 Variants A Concern
As the current dominant COVID-19 variant is replaced, the disease will become less predictable.
Oct 22nd, 2022 by Graham KilmerSheriff Lucas Leaving for Job With Fiserv
Will become Vice President of Security for Wisconsin for company headquartered in Brookfield.
Oct 21st, 2022 by Graham KilmerMuseum, Forensic Center Will Cost County $161 Million
Projects will increase county debt burden by 23%, greatly increasing county's fiscal woes.
Oct 21st, 2022 by Graham KilmerFederal Rules Shut Down County’s Largest Dog Park
Runway Dog Park to close Nov. 1. County looks to create replacement, seeks citizen input.
Oct 20th, 2022 by Graham KilmerMCTS and Transit Union Will Resume Contract Negotiations in November
Transit union has rejected a contract offer, authorized a strike.
Oct 19th, 2022 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee County Gets Funding For Reckless Driving Plan
Study will look at policies and practices to be applied across the county.
Oct 18th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer