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Wisconsin’s Top 10 Political Stories Of 2015
Walker and Republican legislators dominate this year's top political stories in Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Crisis of Gun Violence Calls for Action
City is hurting and common sense reforms by legislature could help.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
What Will WCD Board Do About Marcus Center?
Abele wants them to take over arts center but WCD board members would rather wait till 2020.
Dec 17th, 2015 by Virginia Small
Board Seeks to Deter Youth Placements from Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake Schools
The County Board approved the resolution with a unanimous vote.
Dec 17th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
What’s on County Executive Chris Abele’s Holiday Wish List?
1. Power 2. More Power 3. Less Public Oversight
Dec 16th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Marcus Center Cast Into Limbo
No one seems to agree with Abele's plan to have it absorbed by sprawling Wisconsin Center District.
Dec 14th, 2015 by Virginia Small
Why John Doe Won’t Die
The court cases haven’t ended. Will U.S. Supreme Court take the case?
Dec 8th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Congratulates County Child Support Attorney Kristela Cervera on Receipt of Statewide Award
Milwaukee County’s Department of Child Support Services continues to set records and win awards as they empower children and families, with County Child Support Attorney Kristela Cervera being named the Child Support Attorney of the Year
Nov 30th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces $100,000 Grant From Bader Philanthropies to Support Housing First initiative
Foundation supports County-wide collaborative to end chronic homelessness
Nov 25th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Why Estabrook Dam Must Be Saved
Removing it could cost more, damage environment and foreclose innovative solutions. First in a series.
Nov 24th, 2015 by David Holmes
Help the Less Fortunate this Holiday Season and Stuff the Bus
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow Will Help Collect Food at Noon
Nov 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
New Milwaukee Area Trails Completed
Most notable: lakefront trail now extends past Hampton, connects to Ozaukee Interurban Trail.
Nov 22nd, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
MCTS Launches the FAVRE LINE to Honor Packers Legend
Passengers and Fans Will Have One Week to Ride the FAVRE LINE
Nov 19th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
Chris Abele’s High-Rise Double Condo
Now separated from his wife, he has a luxurious, 8,132-square-foot suite near the top of the Moderne.
Nov 17th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Budget Vetoes
Abele Budget Holds the Line on Property Taxes and Calls for Removal of Estabrook Dam
Nov 17th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Abele made right choice in Demond Means
“I believe Mr. Means has what it takes to get the job done.”
Nov 12th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Appoints MPS Graduate, Long-Time Public School Advocate Dr. Demond Means Commissioner of Opportunity Schools Program
Dr. Means is a graduate of Milwaukee’s Riverside University High School.
Nov 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Oak Leaf Trail Extension Bike-Chain-Cutting Ceremony Celebrates Milwaukee Lakefront to Ozaukee Interurban Trail Connection
Bridges along the corridor were instrumental in providing unimpeded access over I-43, Port Washington Road, Silver Spring Drive, the Milwaukee River Parkway, and the Milwaukee River.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Veterans Day
“Today I’m honored to celebrate our nation’s heroes and thank them for the sacrifices they’ve made to keep us safe and protect our freedoms.”
Nov 11th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee School Named After Ben Carson
The Benjamin Carson Academy of Science "fails to meet expectations." Remind you of anyone?
Nov 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Abele Faces Attack on Free Bus Rides
Though his challenger for county exec, Chris Larson, is undecided on issue, it could still impact the race.
Nov 4th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Sup. Rainey’s Resolution Creating Office on African American Affairs
“Study after study, and statistic after statistic, confirms that racial and ethnic disparities exist in Milwaukee and are having a harmful effect on families and communities."
Oct 27th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
“I’m your Lt. Governor. I know my job.”
Rebecca Kleefisch offers coy banalities while “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Oct 22nd, 2015 by James Xavier
County Executive Chris Abele “Hiding” From Public
He Refuses Three Requests From County Board to Answer Questions in Public Forum
Oct 20th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Public Policy Forum Agrees: Milwaukee County is “Turning the Corner” Under County Executive Abele
County’s “Diligent Efforts” Lead to “Positive” State of Affairs
Oct 20th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Marching Towards Ideological Conformity
Ideology prevents Republicans from offering real solutions. Ditto for liberal charter school haters.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Gov. Walker Did Have Secret Email System
Report shows state business conducted through 300 personal emails, confirms Urban Milwaukee story.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Black Leaders Demand Changes to Address Poverty
State and county criticized for not addressing high city poverty and black unemployment.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Flexible services help more Milwaukee County residents apply for energy assistance
New locations, new approach put applications 26% ahead of last year
Oct 15th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Chris Larson’s War Against Abele
State senator running for county executive blasts Abele with personal attacks, will divide Democrats.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Relatively calm County budget exemplifies signs of fiscal progress
But two key measures to resolve budget gap could impede march toward sustainability
Oct 15th, 2015 by Public Policy Forum
“Very Strong Management”
S&P Affirms Milwaukee County Bond Rating Under County Executive Abele’s Leadership
Oct 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Statement from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele
Statement from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on State Sentator Larson’s announcement of candidacy for County Executive.
Oct 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Wins $10 Million for Fatherhood Program
Federal grant for “Responsible Fatherhood” will help fathers support their children, Abele says.
Oct 9th, 2015 by Michael Holloway
Abele Raids Reserves in Attempted Budget Bail-Out
Uses About $20 Million to Cover Pension Error. And $4 Million for Bucks Arena
Oct 9th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Abele Hails $1.6 Million Development Fund
County and community group will partner, co-funding near West Side community development.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Michael Holloway
MillerCoors Celebrates 160 Years
Event attendees celebrate "Miller Time" with a lager from 1855.
Sep 24th, 2015 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee County DHHS launches new energy assistance application program
Community events on Saturday, September 26 aim to raise awareness, help people apply
Sep 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee County
Chris Abele’s Pledge to MPS and its Students Neglects Democracy
We are engaged in a struggle for democracy against the oligarchs, influential capitalists who want to control the government in order to benefit personally, often at the expense of the common citizen.
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Joseph Thomas Klein
Milwaukee County Executive Abele Statement on City of Milwaukee Vote to Approve Arena Financing
“Today is a great day for Milwaukee.”
Sep 22nd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Committee Opposes Opportunities for MPS Students in Need
Policies Adopted to Prevent Elected Officials from Helping Milwaukee’s Children
Sep 18th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Bucks Sign Contract for Park East Land
Press conference with Abele celebrates award of 10 acres of county land for $1 and big dreams.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Civic Groups Fight MPS “Takeover” Plan
Coalition of 22 groups assails state plan giving county exec power over struggling schools.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
MCTS Driver Praised for Helping Elderly Passenger – And It Was Caught on Video
This is not the first time Chris has been nominated for a commendation for his actions on the job.
Aug 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
Questions Remain on “Opportunity Schools”
Republican plan giving Abele power over low-performing MPS schools offers few details.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Joe Yeado
Bright Cellars Closes $2 Million Seed Round
Bright Cellars is helping members discover what wines they love.
Aug 19th, 2015 by Bright Cellars
County Executive Abele To Hold Budget Town Hall Meetings
County Executive Chris Abele invites the community to two town hall meetings on his 2016 Proposed Budget.
Aug 13th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
MCTS Launches M•CARD Online
Passengers Can Now Buy and Refill M•CARDs from Smartphone or Computer
Aug 5th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
County Executive Abele Welcomes New County Board Chair
Congratulations to Supervisor Theo Lipscomb on being elected as the new Chair of the Milwaukee County Board.
Jul 30th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
National Night Out in The Parks
Neighborhoods Celebrate Community in Area Parks
Jul 30th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Did Bucks Investors Pay Off Walker?
One publication says yes. But most donors to his presidential campaign are secret.
Jul 30th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Is Abele Dumping the Marcus Center?
Its takeover by new “Super District” running Bucks arena looks fishy.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Cost for Taxpayers In Latest Bucks Deal?
Bucks gave ground. But it’s still a huge bite for taxpayers.
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Who is Scott Walker?
The real, profusely documented story of the man who would be president.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why Bucks’ Entertainment District May Fail
Across the country these mega-projects have hurt cities with generic development that banishes local charm.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Abele Bids to Be King?
Proposal increasing county exec’s authority is a naked power grab with no public discussion or hearings and dangerously unforeseen consequences.
Jul 7th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
County Executive Abele Announces All MCTS Bus Rides Are FREE on Monday
Union leaders said they will allow their members to go back on the job Saturday, July 4, 2015.
Jul 3rd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Wisconsin’s Rotten Return on Federal Taxes Paid
New report shows we’re the fourth worst state in federal spending received. Walker’s policies don’t help.
Jul 1st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Love and Equality Win Again!
County Executive Abele Applauds Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Equality
Jun 26th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Communication Breakdown at Milwaukee County?
Will Wisconsin Center District take over the Marcus Center? Frustrated supervisors grill Abele administration and get nowhere.
Jun 17th, 2015 by Hayley Keith
An End to Chronic Homelessness?
That's the aim of a new joint county/city venture led by Chris Abele.
Jun 15th, 2015 by Hayley Keith
New Housing Program for Homeless
Journey House program serves those aged 18-25.
Jun 12th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
How Abele Bailed Out Walker
Governor made fatal error on Bucks arena, but Abele volunteered county taxpayers to solve the problem.
Jun 11th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Sup. John Weishan, Jr.: Missed Opportunity for Growth with Bad Arena and Park East Plan
Weishan Calls County Arena Financing Plan “Unworkable”
Jun 8th, 2015 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Plan to End Chronic Homelessness in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will unveil a new plan to end chronic homelessness in Milwaukee County with Mayor Tom Barrett at the site of the new Thurgood Marshall Apartments on Tuesday, June 9.
Jun 8th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
MPS Board Will Reconsider Controversial Charter School
School would be run by former head of Teach for America, but board is divided on the issue.
Jun 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Cheaper to Keep Them: State and Local Arena Plan
For every dollar the state invests, state taxpayers will get a $3 return through income tax revenue
Jun 4th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Abele Plan for Bucks Arena Won’t Work
The county has nowhere near $4 million in annual debt for state to collect -- and Abele may lack the power to deliver it.
Jun 4th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why Doesn’t Milwaukee Embrace Charter Schools?
Data shows they work better than MPS schools, but board adamantly opposes them.
May 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
County Executive to Open New Season of Traveling Beer Garden™
Milwaukee County Parks Adds Second Tour in 2015
May 15th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation Offers Free MCTS Rides for EVERYONE on April 28th
Rides on all MCTS buses will be free for everyone on April 28, 2015 thanks to the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
State Bucks Arena Plan Fleeces Milwaukee
Proposed sports district gives all legal protection to the state and sticks it to Milwaukee, both financially and politically.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
How To Become An Entrepreneur
Panel at The Commons offers advice, encouragement, and anecdotes.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Too Pure for Pork
Gov. Walker is a latest of state politicians from both parties who have an aversion to federal funds.
Apr 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Bucks Plan Envisions Arena Streetcar
$1 billion plan for new arena and other development would transform Park East land and tear down Bradley Center.
Apr 8th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Brewers Line Begins Service on Opening Day
Getting to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers has never been easier with the MCTS Brewers Line getting you straight to the game.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
More Delays in Lakefront Development
County board's contradictory proposals on O'Donnell Park and court case affecting The Couture continue to stall potential development.
Mar 30th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee County Unveils Street Sign for Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Wetzel
Wetzel was a door gunner for the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company when his helicopter was shot down in Vietnam on January 8, 1968.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
MCTS Names Brendan Conway Chief Marketing and Communication Officer
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is proud to announce the hiring of Brendan Conway as its new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer.
Mar 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
Milwaukee County Parks Receives EPA Grant
$635,000 Grant for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
Mar 17th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Parks
HOC Finds Stolen Gun in Laundry Delivered from County Jail
The incident is under investigation, but it appears the weapon was snuck into the County jail.
Feb 23rd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Board Offered Opportunity to Save Taxpayers $10 Million
Abele Asks Supervisors to Stop Pension Overpayments
Feb 16th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Exec Abele Announces MC Cares Program to Benefit Vets
County & State Partnership Helps Veterans Transitioning from Jail
Feb 9th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
