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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
County Highway Worker Hit While Helping Car Stuck in the Snow
A Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance Supervisor was hit by a car around noon today near 73rd and Silver Spring Drive.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Announces New Airport Director for MKE
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce Terry Slaybaugh as the new airport director for Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Jan 28th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Second Traveling Beer Garden Tour Added for 2015
More than $400,000 Raised Last Year, Money Goes to Improve Parks
Jan 27th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Does Milwaukee Need an Aerotropolis?
Many cities have embraced concept of airport centered growth. Is Milwaukee falling behind?
Jan 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Will Anti-Streetcar Referendum Succeed?
The process is far more complicated legally than has been reported. Which will make it harder for opponents.
Jan 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Story Behind the Streetcar Referendum
Conservatives from outside Milwaukee hope to join forces with black city residents to oppose the streetcar.
Jan 8th, 2015 by Michael Horne and Bruce Murphy
New Express Bus Routes Start in January
The good news: Three new express routes will move riders more quickly across the county. The bad: transit system running out of money.
Dec 3rd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Is O’Donnell Purchase a Sweetheart Deal?
Northwestern Mutual won’t sign full deed restriction for county deal, leaving it free to develop a high-rise development on lakefront land.
Nov 25th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Abele Proposes Budget Compromise That Will Add Transit & Deputies, Match Employee Health Care Contributions and Lower Taxes $2.2 Million
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced his vetoes today.
Nov 18th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee Riverkeeper Urges Milwaukee County Executive and Board to Allocate Funds for Estabrook Dam Removal in FY2015 Budget
Milwaukee Riverkeeper is asking the County Board and County Executive to remove Estabrook Dam.
Nov 14th, 2014 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
The Tragedy of O’Donnell Park
The proposed sale to NML suggests the city has yet to learn from its folly in building this eyesore.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Assault on Wisconsin’s Campaign Laws
Given higher court’s slap-down of Judge Randa’s decisions overthrowing Wisconsin laws, just where does the law now stand?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
County Executive Abele Reminds People That Guns Are Not Allowed at the Courthouse
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele wants to remind people that it is against the law to bring a gun to the Courthouse, even if you have a concealed carry license. In less than a month security officers have caught two people bringing guns into the Courthouse. In both instances the weapons were identified by security officers and sheriff’s deputies were immediately notified. “While public discussion around this issue has sometimes been confusing, let me be perfectly clear: state law does not allow people to bring weapons of any kind into the Courthouse. The specific statute is intended to keep public spaces like the Courthouse safe. We take the law and public safety very seriously,” County Executive Abele said. According to State Statute 175.60 (http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/175/60), a licensee may not bring their weapon into “any portion of a building that is a county, state, or federal courthouse.”
Oct 23rd, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Where Walker, Burke Stand on Open Records
Grilled by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the two offer different takes on how to assure the public's right to know.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Mark Pitsch
The Lt. Governor Nobody Wanted
Few on Scott Walker’s team wanted Rebecca Kleefish to win or had any respect for her. Yet she could be the next governor.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Equality Wins in Wisconsin
Milwaukee County Immediately Issuing Same Sex Marriage Licenses
Oct 6th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Introduces $1.3 Billion Budget for 2015
Highlighting increases in public safety, mental health care and other critical services, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele introduced his 2015 Recommended Budget today.
Oct 1st, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Increased Public Safety, Expanded Mental Health Care Services and Tax Freeze Top Abele’s 2015 Budget Proposal
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will highlight his 2015 Budget Proposal
Sep 21st, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Offers Help to Aging Veterans
Free Event Tomorrow
Sep 14th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Another Historic Step Forward for Marriage Equality
New Marriage Licenses Remain on Hold
Sep 4th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Great Plan Gets Even Better!
1.9 Acres of Public Space and Direct Access to Lakefront Highlights Updated Couture Plan
Sep 3rd, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
The Remarkable Clout of Sheriff Clarke
A stunning election increases his power. What does it mean for Milwaukee?
Aug 19th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Deadbeat Dad Arrested in California
Raul Cardona Owes His Children $250,000
Aug 14th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Holds Budget Town Hall Meetings
County Executive Chris Abele invites the community to two town hall meetings on his 2015 Proposed Budget.
Aug 9th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Is David Clarke “Sheriff Spends a Lot”?
Attack ads blast Clarke. Another targets “dysfunctional” Marina Dimitrijevic. Who’s buying all these nasty ads?
Aug 5th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
County Executive and Sheriff Working Together to Protect Taxpayers
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke are announcing a crackdown on employees abusing medical leave.
Jul 2nd, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Anti-Marriage Equality Lawsuit Quickly Dismissed
Abele Sued Over His Support of Same Sex Marriage
Jun 30th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Walker, Sykes and Belling
The New Republic feature story on Scott Walker and talk radio is juicy stuff. But is it true?
Jun 19th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Receives $1.8 Million for Fatherhood Program
Milwaukee County Child Support Services Department has received $1.8 million to continue its award winning fatherhood program.
Jun 14th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Disappointed in Marriage Decision, Vows to Keep Fighting for Equality
County Executive Chris Abele said he is disappointed in U.S. District Judge Barbara Crabb’s ruling today that halts same sex marriages.
Jun 13th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Courthouse Open Saturday for Weddings, Register of Deeds Offering Birth Certificates
The Milwaukee County Courthouse will be open from 9am to 1pm on Saturday, June 7th to allow couples to receive marriage licenses.
Jun 6th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Orders Courthouse Open Late to Allow Couples to Marry
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is keeping the Courthouse open late today in the wake of the historic court ruling allowing same sex couples to get married in Wisconsin.
Jun 6th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
New Partnership Will Spark Park East Development
City, County, State, Federal Government and Private Sector Working Together
Jun 6th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Regional Symposium on Heroin/Opiates Addiction is Wednesday
Southeast Wisconsin Regional Heroin/Opiates Symposium will be held on Wednesday, June 4.
Jun 3rd, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Milwaukee County Unveils Program to Fight Foreclosure Crisis
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is proud to announce the Milwaukee County Foreclosure Initiative.
Jun 2nd, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Celebrate Bike to Work Week with Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and the Wisconsin Bike Federation are teaming up for a group bicycle ride on Wednesday, May 14th.
May 13th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Marquette Law School, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to host one-day conference on political polarization
Marquette University Law School and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will host a one-day conference titled “Dividing Lines: Political Polarization and What it Means for Campaigns, Public Policy, and Political Engagement.”
May 6th, 2014 by Marquette University
Scott Walker’s Health Care Dilemma
His rejection of federal Medicaid dollars either costs Wisconsin lots of money or lots of lives.
Apr 29th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Supervisor Taylor Not Schocked That Taxpayers Were Deceived About Additional Costs of Recently Approved Living Wage Ordinance
Supervisor Steve F. Taylor today expressed his extreme dissatisfaction with and voted against a resolution that provides funding for three staff positions at the Milwaukee County Comptroller's Office.
Apr 24th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
County Executive Abele’s Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Sale
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement about the sale of the Milwaukee Bucks.
Apr 16th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
‘Food Truck Thursdays’ Return to the Courthouse
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele welcomes back some of the best food on wheels when Food Truck Thursday returns to the Courthouse on Thursday, April 17th.
Apr 16th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
10th Street Reopening TODAY
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will officially reopen 10th Street in front of the Courthouse at 3pm today.
Apr 11th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
The Extraordinary Fiscal Liberalism of David Clarke
It’s difficult to find anyone who increases his budget faster than Sheriff Clarke.
Apr 10th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
