Milwaukee County

A Medication Rescue for Opioid Overdoses

With overdoses at record highs, state-wide program provides Naloxone as a rescue drug.

The Debate Over Local Sales Taxes

Evers' budget allows local sales tax increases. Will Republican legislators agree?

COVID-19 Continues to Decline

But the rise of new variant raises worries that this won't last.

It’s Official, Old World Third Will Be MLK Drive

Barrett and council members reflect on racial division and what the renaming symbolizes.

Evers Pushes Juvenile Justice System Changes

Sweeping reforms would close youth prisons and end Serious Juvenile Offender Program.

False Electors Were GOP Campaign Donors

Republican insiders accused of election fraud gave $14,000 to state candidates.

Let Us Now Praise Rush Limbaugh

What was his impact on Wisconsin? Praise and condemnation and silliness offered.

New Beers, Musicals and Harley History

Plus: the Ice Bar, a wild winter auction and a virtual trip to Mexico.

Spindell Can Vote on Whether to Investigate Himself

Elections Commission member Robert Spindell one of 10 Republicans accused of election fraud.

DHS Grant Program Seeks to Promote Equity in Vaccine Administration

Joint statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

2021 Spring Primary Election Results

Unofficial totals from the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County for the February 16th primary.

Fast Spreader COVID-19 Variant In Milwaukee

Arrived a month ago. Study shows variant doubling infections every 10 days in the U.S.

Why Businesses Support a Local Sales Tax

It’s the best way to assure good services and fiscal stability for Milwaukee.

Fraudulent Electors Convene to Cast State’s Electoral Votes Contrary to Popular Vote and State Statutes, Law Forward Seeks Accountability

Vaccine Distribution Shows Racial Inequity

Data shows stark disparities. State spending $6.1 million to improve racial and ethnic vaccine equity.

January Home Sales Up 8.9%

COVID-19 Infects Half of State Inmates

Five times the overall state rate; 10,786 prison inmates, 2,153 staff infected.

Rep. Bowen Statement on “Fair Deal” Sales Tax Measure in Gov. Evers’ Budget

“A Welcome, Commonsense Proposal”

Evers’ Budget Proposal Would Allow Milwaukee Sales Tax

City and county officials have been pursuing option for over a year.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Gov. Evers Prioritizing Mental Health in 2021-2023 Biennial Budget Proposal

DHS launches new COVID-19 vaccine dashboard

Includes demographic data, vaccine distribution by county

State Superintendent, County Board and School Board on the Ballot

Non-partisan, education-centric primary kicks off spring election season.

How to Get Food Share Benefits

Biden’s executive order expands benefits. 5 things you need to know.

Suburban Mayors Push State on Vaccine Numbers

Complaints of too few doses supplied and not enough information.

Chairwoman Nicholson Supports County and State Efforts to End Marijuana Prohibition

Milwaukee County Awarded Additional $1.34 Million by MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge to Rethink Local Justice System

New Funding Will Support Initiatives Aimed at Preventing Unnecessary Jail Use and Advancing Racial Equity

Gov. Evers’ Budget to Include More Than $150 Million investment in Critical Mental Health Services for Wisconsinites, Expand BadgerCare

Governor invests in kids and families, farmers, veterans, folks with substance use disorders, uninsured or underinsured Wisconsinites, and those experiencing mental health crises

Charges Issued Against Suspects in Brutal Homicide Investigation

Resolution Cuts Pot Possession Fine to $1

Sup. Ortiz-Velez's county resolution will be mirrored by Glendale proposal, says Mayor Kennedy.

Supervisor Ortiz-Velez Introduces Proposal Reducing Penalty for Marijuana Possession

Common Council approves renaming of MFD administration building for its architect

Building will be named in honor of city and state’s first African American architect

27th Street Next for Mass Transit Plan?

Bus rapid transit? Light rail line? County will hold public meetings to explore options.

Old World Third St. Will Be MLK Drive

Council unanimously approves naming entire street to honor civil rights leader.

Lake Park Bridge, Oak Leaf Sinkhole Will Be Fixed

One project in Milwaukee one in Glendale, both would be made safe for public use.

United Auto Workers Southeast Wisconsin endorses Katie Kegel for Circuit Court

County Running Out of CARES Act Funds

Report shows its entire $77 million allocation has been spent or will be claimed by costs already incurred.

Local Costs for Foxconn Cut By 2%

Annual update by Mount Pleasant still leaves total state-local costs at $1.32 billion.

County Supervisors Back $1 Pot Penalty

8 board members push plan slashing $500 penalty for possession.

Legislative Republicans Do Not Care About the Health of Wisconsin Residents

Residents are Urged to Take Precautions as Temperatures Drop Below Freezing

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Memorializes Residents Lost During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Milwaukee County surpassed 1,000 deaths this week, today marks one year since the virus was first reported in Wisconsin

Milwaukee Rep Celebrates Black History

Plus, an annual pet expo, a chance to learn to cook Italian brunch and a behind the scenes look at local performing arts organizations.

COVID-19 Transmission Ticks Up in Milwaukee

New case numbers are going down, but small changes in data trends point to a rise in transmission.

Clerk Christenson Applauds Board of Supervisors for Seeking Reforms at Wisconsin Counties Association

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Committee Reviews Mental Health Emergency Center Plan

New facility in central city location partnering county with major health care providers.

Hunger Task Force Targets Food Deserts

Mobile Markets makes two stops every week day bringing fresh, affordable foods to neighborhoods.

Storms, Climate Change Threaten Milwaukee Coastline

$2.9 billon worth of coastal bluffs, other assets are threatened. Can county save them?

Bus System Redesign Changes Begin Next Month

MCTS has a website and a hotline to help passengers understand the rollout of MCTS NEXT.

Dr. Howard Fuller Joins Over 100 Community Leaders, Educators, and Elected Officials Endorsing Dr. Hendricks for State Superintedent

County Gets $10 Million For Housing Assistance

County Executive Crowley calls on Congress to pass $1.9 trillion COVID-19 response.

Unemployment Rises in Milwaukee

Milwaukee's unemployment rate is still above the national average.

COVID-19 Cases Decreasing in Milwaukee County

County saw half of all COVID-19 deaths in last three months.

Fire Department HQ Being Renamed For Wisconsin’s First Black Architect

Alonzo Robinson was a trailblazing architect

Begin Black History Month with ABHM

Plus, Groundhog's Day goes online, a virtual night in at the Public Museum and learn the history of Major Goolsby's.

Study Released For 6.7-Mile 30th Street Trail

Plan envisions shared-use trail for bikers, pedestrians, perhaps commuter rail across the middle of city's North Side.

Committee recommends renaming of Milwaukee Fire Department Headquarters

“Trunk to Terminal” Service Now Available at SuperSaver Parking

Supervisor Wasserman Statement on Proposed Changes to the Bradford Beach Bathhouse

Parks to Study McKinley Beach Safety

After three drownings in 2020, county is looking to re-engineer the beach.

Bradford Beach Restaurant Advancing

Concessionaire plans to add full-service restaurant to historic beach house.

Mensah Now a Waukesha Sheriff’s Deputy

Wauwatosa Police officer who killed three people over five years hired by Waukesha County. Will be paid for both jobs through 2021.

Vel Phillips Capitol Statue Moves Forward

State committee advances plan to honor Milwaukee civil rights pioneer.

County Freeway Speed Limits A Danger?

Sudden changes in speed limits, outdated infrastructure cited as problems. County Board will investigate problem.

Pandemic Has Slowed Court Cases

Many in jail awaiting trial charged with homicides, sexual assault and lesser felonies.

Does the Wisconsin Counties Association Help Milwaukee?

Some county officials say no, and are pushing to withdraw from the group.

Southside Bus Stops Get Nod to History

New paneling harkens back to when S. 27th Street was U.S. Highway 41.

Campaign Underway To Improve, Extend Beerline Trail

Trail would be transformed into park with a goal of uniting neighborhoods.

Vita Fitness & Physical Therapy Adds Location ad Mandel’s Crescent Apartments Development in Wauwatosa

COVID-19 Being Suppressed Countywide

New daily cases are going down and the transmission rate indicates community suppression.

Emergency Mental Health Facility Planned for 12th and Walnut

Milwaukee County and four private partners plan new center.

Port Milwaukee Traffic Rose 5% in 2020

Milwaukee out performs most Great Lakes ports, weathering pandemic and storm damage.

How To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine If You’re 65 Or Older in Milwaukee

County residents should use HealthyMKE.com website.

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County Exceeds 2020 Christmas Campaign Goal

Wiegand Still Redeveloping Wisconsin Avenue School

Ambassador Suites' completion moved forward to 2022, part of bigger vision for West Side.

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

State Bar, Law Foundation support Vel Phillips statue on Capitol Square

37th Street School Finds New Life

Conversion of long-vacant school to affordable housing is underway.

City Attorney Issues Confidential Opinion Regarding Morales Demotion

Attorney has previously said commission denied Morales his due process rights.

COVID-19 Upward Trend Continues

After trending down throughout December, cases are on the rise.

GOP Legislators Criticize State’s Vaccine Rollout

Republicans want faster, wider rollout. Evers says state needs more vaccine.

Disability Community Demands Better Voting Access

Current system and election laws make accessibility difficult to guarantee.

Supervisor Martin Calls for Vaccination of MCTS Bus Drivers

Project Helps Sex Trafficking Victims

Using a housing first model, program provides stability to mend and move forward.

Supervisor Czarnezki Calls for Vaccination of Poll Workers and Election Officials

Can State Rescue Youth Corrections Plan?

Rep. Evan Goyke thinks the failure of the state's plan can lead to creative reforms.

City Shows Off Wisconsin Center Vaccination Hub

Public could be vaccinated there in future weeks. Effort starting with frontline workers.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley endorses Katie Kegel for Circuit Court

VISIT Milwaukee Launches Giving Fest to Support Local Hospitality Community

50+ exciting virtual events benefit local hospitality companies Jan. 15 - Feb. 28

Occupied MPD squad struck by gunfire

Milwaukee Seeks Data for Vision Zero Push

Consultant would identify dangerous interactions, develop predictive model.

COVID-19 Spread Increasing Again

Disease spread was trending downward, but is now accelerating.

Katie Kegel Campaign Announces $110,000 Raised

Harriet Tubman Park Unveiled

County leaders see new park name as a commitment to representing Milwaukee's Black community.

Wisconsin Center Could Become Vaccine Hub

City working to set up COVID-19 vaccine distribution hub.

Tales Told By The 2020 Election

The Republican gerrymander held. But Waukesha County has grown more Democratic since 2012.

State Can’t Meet Deadline to Close Youth Prisons

Plan to close Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake and relocate youth now up in the air.

State Clears Unemployment Claims Backlog

Evers promotes Amy Pechacek to secretary designee of Department of Workforce Development.

County Ends Year With a Surplus

Current projections show the county ending with $10 to $15 million surplus.