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Zablocki Golf Course Getting Synthetic Turf
Will become first public course in county to get artificial greens and tee boxes.
Apr 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
McKinley Beach Safety Project Begins Soon
County soliciting contractors for beach reconstruction.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
GOP Legislators Bash Evers ‘Reckless’ Budget
DOA Secretary defends 'prudent' fiscal decisions at Joint Finance Committee hearing.
Apr 2nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
School Board Candidates
Three contested races, including a citywide race.
Mar 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Northside Aldermanic Races
Six candidates running to fill three open seats on the Milwaukee Common Council.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
UWM Gets Stiffed In Governor’s Budget
While UW-Madison got $347 for building projects. Will Milwaukee's leaders push for better deal from legislators?
Mar 27th, 2023 by John Torinus
Assembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills
Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Evers Messes Up PSC Appointments
Three appointees in a row have had conflicts of interest, which is good news for utilities.
Mar 7th, 2023 by Dave Cieslewicz
New Milwaukee Office Building Would Be Public-Private Partnership
State pivots from original plan to build its own facility at 27th and Wisconsin.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Brewers Subsidy Largest Ever Per Year?
How did Gov. Evers come up with that inflated, $290 million figure?
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Evers’ Tax Cut Plan Is Far Reaching
Detailed plan has many provisions, lowers taxes on four of five taxpayers in state.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades
Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Legislators Vote For Audit of State’s Licensing Agency
They cite backlog in approving licenses. Democrats blame inadequate funding and staff.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration
Former DNR Secretary and City Hall veteran returning to city government.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Contested Milwaukee School Board Seats On April Ballot
Plus: two uncontested races. Meet the candidates.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Bernadette Karanja Named Milwaukee’s Chief Equity Officer
Longtime city workforce leader is new CEO of improving racial and equity outcomes.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City, County Will Study Merging Services
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos pushing for this as prerequisite for more shared revenue for Milwaukee.
Jan 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Administration Director Sharon Robinson Retiring
Former staffer for congressman and then Mayor Barrett ran city department for 18 years.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats
North side voters will find packed primaries on Feb. 21.
Jan 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed
Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.
Jan 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Milwaukee Believes Census Didn’t Count 15,800 Residents
City submitting formal challenge with more than $21 million in federal aid on the line.
Dec 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building
But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Report Says Information Lacking on How State Spent Federal Pandemic Funds
Legislative Audit Bureau calls for transparency on decision making by Evers administration.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
The Vast Gulf Between Evers, Legislators
A difference of at least $2.8 billion on how they want to spend historic surplus.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Steven Walters
State Surplus Projected to Hit $6.5 Billion!
Wisconsin's fiscal condition the 'strongest in state history,' says DOA report.
Nov 23rd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Republican Proposal Cuts Taxes On The Wealthy
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu's plan moves toward flat tax system.
Nov 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
As Heating Costs Rise Counties Face Calls for Energy Assistance
'We're getting calls like crazy,' says Milwaukee County official.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Mayor’s Office Adds ‘Vision Zero’ Czar
Newly-created position will coordinate citywide effort to eliminate traffic deaths.
Nov 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
3 Solutions to City, County Fiscal Woes
Without one or more of these solutions Milwaukee will see drastic cuts in service.
Oct 20th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Utility Regulators End Consumer Protections Enacted During Pandemic
Requirements for payment plans before disconnection, or delayed shutoffs when a customer tested positive for COVID-19 are ending.
Oct 14th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Attorney General Seeks Huge Spending Hike
Calling it a ‘crime-fighting budget,’ Kaul wants a roughly 60% increase in next biennium.
Sep 28th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Third Ward Attracts Top 3D Printer Manufacturer
Boston area company Formlabs, a leader in 3D printer industry, opens regional HQ here.
Sep 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Elections Board Wants Inspector General
Will ask Legislature for new position, 10 more staff to handle rise in election complaints, records requests.
Aug 31st, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Nonprofit Helps Homes Get Air Conditioned
36,500 Milwaukee homes lacked AC in 2019, mostly in low-income neighborhoods.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Samantha McCabe
Council Gives First Approval to New Youth Prison Site
But promises substantial time remains for formal public comment.
Aug 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Announces Milwaukee Site For Lincoln Hills Replacement
Replacement for troubled youth justice facility would be on city's northwest side.
Aug 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s Coastal Communities Get Over $1.4M in Grants
Grants are intended to build sustainable coastal communities.
Jul 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Special Election Called For Kovac’s Seat
Veteran alderman is now the city budget director. Primary would be on August 9
May 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs Kovac For Budget Director
A unanimous vote for alderman, whose resignation is expected to occur May 9.
May 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Grant Could Help Stave Off 1,300 Layoffs
But only for a couple years. Milwaukee still needs state help.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Foreclosed Home Will House Those Displaced By Lead Abatement
Community Advocates will buy, rehab city-owned home for temporarily displaced families.
Apr 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Tribes Seek Future Beyond Casinos
Shutdown during pandemic leads to reassessment, state’s tribes consider other businesses, investments.
Apr 10th, 2022 by Mario Koran
Elmer Moore Tapped To Lead WHEDA
GMC's Scale Up Milwaukee director will lead Wisconsin's largest affordable housing provider
Mar 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Police Captain Wins $350,000 Settlement
Andra Williams charges discrimination after being rejected for two manager jobs.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Legislature Approves Selling Key Bronzeville Site
Bronzeville Center for the Arts would be "world-class" showcase for Black artists.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet City’s New Election Commissioners
Commissioners will provide election oversight for upcoming mayoral primary.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Edgar Mendez
Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock
Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Has a Singing Mayor Again
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson tries singing at city's 176th Birthday Party, before a big turnout of politicians.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Michael Horne
Federal Funding for Lead Pipe Removal Likely a Year Away
But Milwaukee Water Works officials were encouraged by show of confidence from VP Harris.
Jan 26th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Election Commission Appointed
Three new commissioners likely first task: ruling on challenges to mayoral signatures.
Jan 5th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Program Helps Low-Income People Pay Water Bills
Evers will use $18 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to create new state program.
Dec 30th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Dettmer’s Appointment As Public Works Head Is Historic
First female to lead DPW, first time that no major mayor-appointed leaders are white males.
Dec 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Joel Brennan Leaving Evers’ Administration To Head GMC
Top-ranking state official will lead Greater Milwaukee Committee.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Museum Needs $45 Million From County
Without it, private donors may not support plan for new, $240 million museum facility.
Dec 2nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
$200 Million From ARPA Sent to Local Governments in State
Funding program helps support public health, recover from pandemic, recoup lost revenue.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Henry Redman
Evictions Return To Pre-Pandemic Levels
Trend could be devastating to families across Wisconsin this winter.
Nov 23rd, 2021 by Henry Redman
Juvenile Prison Costs Are Skyrocketing
Up 250% to $812,252 per juvenile last year at Copper Lake, up 41% at Lincoln Hills.
Nov 15th, 2021 by Steven Walters
State Program Often Overlooks Minority-Owned Businesses
Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program has only met its goal in 4 of 38 years.
Nov 9th, 2021 by John Davis
Sas-Pérez Appointed to WHEDA Board
VIA CDC director Brianna Sas-Pérez joins powerful affordable housing board.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
WCD Celebrates Start of Convention Center Expansion
$420 million project is intended to boost business, fully realize Wisconin Center's potential.
Oct 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
ARPA Funding May Delay City’s Fiscal Cliff Says Policy Forum
Non-partisan organization reinforces need for state support to address Milwaukee's structural financial issues.
Oct 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation
Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding
82 ideas for how to spend $394.2 million federal grant. What will council choose?
Oct 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office
Property occupies prominent corner in Bronzeville.
Oct 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Ranell Washington Will Lead WHEDA Board
Washington, an experienced banker, replaces Ivan Gamboa.
Sep 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Unveils 2022 Budget Proposal
'The calm before the storm,' mayor warns, using federal funds and reduced police force to plug budget holes.
Sep 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Awash in Federal Covid Funds
Billions must be spent by 2026. Evers administration eyes long-term investments.
Sep 14th, 2021 by Madeline Fox
Plan Aims To Create 32,000 New Black and Latino Homeowners
Coalition of city and four foundations seeks $135 million investment in 10 years.
Sep 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
2022 City Budget Process Kicks Off
Several chances for citizens to learn about budget, as city braces for nearly impossible 2023 budget.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Masking Now Required For State Employees, Regardless of Vaccination
All employees in state buildings must wear a mask. Order does not apply to schools or universities.
Aug 5th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Federal Funds Could Be Used for Milwaukee Universal Basic Income Program
Funds would establish program infrastructure, city would still need to raise $450,000 from private donors.
Jul 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
River Hills Wetland Development Sparks Controversy
Residents oppose village board's plan to build 60 homes in area of unique watershed.
Jul 13th, 2021 by Michael Horne
Evers Bets More Gaming Means Jobs
Illinois, Iowa and Michigan now allow online sports betting. Wisconsin may join them.
Jul 12th, 2021 by Steven Walters
The Secrets of Mike Huebsch
He’s been a leader in evading and undermining Wisconsin's open records laws.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State Now Projects $4.4 Billion Windfall
Fiscal bureau projects far more tax revenue than expected for 2021-2023.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Should Millions in Federal Aid Be Split Up By Aldermanic District?
Council members float idea that would allocate some of the money by district instead of citywide.
Jun 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Slash Evers Education Budget
Reduction in spending could mean state loses $1.5 billion in federal pandemic relief funding for education.
May 28th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
State’s COVID-19 Stimulus Cut by $700 Million
Gov. Evers said state will still prioritize small business with federal funds.
May 13th, 2021 by Laurel White
New State COVID-19 Testing For Schools
Federally funded testing program for students and staff aims to ‘decrease disruptions in classrooms.'
Apr 21st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
City Must Decide How To Spend $405 Million
Latest federal COVID-19 stimulus plan creates pleasant challenge for mayor, council.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Study Could Lead to Racial Preferences in Contracts
Council has sought change for more than a decade. Study will be released soon.
Mar 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Legislators Pass Bill Blocking Vaccine Mandates
And giving Legislature oversight over federal stimulus funds. Veto by Evers likely.
Mar 23rd, 2021 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
Republicans Reject Evers Entire Capital Budget
But plan could be revisited later in the budget process.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Suit Opposes Waukesha-Milwaukee Water Plan
Tiny Village of Waukesha seeks to stop extension of pipe through village limits.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Pandemic Decimated Casino Revenues for Tribes, State
Tribal governments forced to make budget cuts for services and healthcare.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Foxconn Sued for Breach of Contract
Real estate developer seeking nearly $400 million on behalf of taxpayers.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Evers Names 30 Equity Council Members
Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion appointees include leaders from nonprofits, tribes, churches, community groups.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
Evers Seeks Private Firm’s Aid on Pollution
Outside law firm would help state prosecute companies responsible for PFAS contamination.
Jan 24th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Authorities Monitoring State Capitol
Protests expected by some, but Madison acting police chief says no credible threats so far.
Jan 17th, 2021 by WPR Staff
Republican Legislators Unveil COVID-19 Plan
Speedy passage expected. Evers spokesman chides legislators for not working on bipartisan bill.
Jan 5th, 2021 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
Gwen Moore Positive for COVID-19
The congresswoman is a cancer survivor and recently contracted the virus.
Dec 28th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Capitol Christmas Decoration Memorializes COVID-19 Victims
A garland was made with a ring for every person that has died in Wisconsin.
Dec 24th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Barrett Picks Makda Fessahaye for Human Resources Director
Attorney to replace longtime Employee Relations director Maria Monteagudo.
Dec 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Sets Conditions For COPS Grant
Committee proposes 7 conditions for police department in order for city to accept federal grant.
Dec 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Announces $78 Million in COVID-19 Business Grants
Grants will go to businesses that didn't qualify during previous rounds.
Dec 3rd, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
How Evers Spent $2 Billion to Fight Covid
A very long list of recipients. But the money runs out on January 1.
Nov 30th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Kaul Sues Legislature Over Lame Duck Laws
Lawsuits can’t be settled, consumers lose out on potential settlements, AG charges.
Nov 24th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Almost Half of Budget Amendments Are Policy Footnotes
Footnotes call for a racial equity audit, benches in vacant lots, lead-safe property database and much more.
Oct 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
The Foxconn Deal Was Never Real
The Verge interviews employees who describe nightmare-like conditions and a completely phony project.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
