Milwaukee County Executive

MCTS Wins Grant to Optimize Downtown Transit Service, Upgrade Fleet, and Provide Bus Rider Education

Vance Talks Urban Crime, Migrant Health Care In La Crosse Visit

Dems use Pfaff's annual corn roast to to preemptively respond, campaign.

Milwaukee County Overdose Deaths Down 30% in 2024

Third year in a row of decline, but officials say there's still more work to do.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update on Fema Preliminary Damage Assessment Visit and Flood Recovery Efforts

Milwaukee County Announces Proposal to Relocate Kelly Senior Center to South Milwaukee to Better Serve Older Adults

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Delivers “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses

The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation across Milwaukee County

City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods

Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.

Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates

How many candidates will run? The list looks long.

FEMA Surveys Milwaukee Area Storm Damage

Preliminary damage assessment teams were on Milwaukee's north side on Thursday

Future Unclear for Senior Centers

Crowley and board at odds; he wants to pause all repairs until long-term plan decided.

FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday

More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.

Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment

More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Shares Update on Flood Emergency

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2025 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

Ahead of Possible Weekend Storms, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Urges Community Safety and Preparation

County Asking For Citizens To Help With Push For Federal Flood Aid

It reports more than $20 million in damage to its own property.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides New Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Evers, Crowley Tour Water-Damaged Areas

Individuals with damage need to report it by calling 211 for state to make aid claim.

Rep. Robyn Vining Tours Wauwatosa Flood Damage With Governor Evers

Crowley Approves $30 Million for Domes

County will start funding Mitchell Park Domes redevelopment in 2026 budget.

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Sign Legislation Approving Plan to Redevelop and Restore Mitchell Park Domes

County Exec, Governor Celebrate New Affordable Housing Development

New facility provides supportive housing units for seniors with disabilities experiencing homelessness.

County Executive David Crowley Confirms He Will Run for Governor

Milwaukee official is second Democrat to enter race.

MKE Airport Showcases New Student Art Installation

Travelers will experience the latest art installation in partnership with MIAD

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Over $9 Million for Initiatives to Combat Opioid Epidemic

How Bucks, Brewers Help Bankrupt Milwaukee County

County faces $46 million deficit. How much is due to sports subsidies?

MCTS Hires Outsider As New Leader

Beleaguered transit system just saw its third director in three years depart.

Steve Fuentes Named New MCTS President And CEO

Who Will Lead MCTS?

Have recent resignations affected the search for a new CEO?

District Attorney Kent Lovern’s Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget

MCTS Will Fix Budget With Federal Funds

Which means it will hit fiscal cliff in 2026. Transit officials grilled about budget hole.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Congressional Passage of President Trump’s Budget Bill

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the 2025-27 Biennial Budget

County Transportation Director Resigns

Donna Brown-Martin resigns after shocking MCTS budget deficit revealed.

MATC Appoints Three District Board Members, Including Two Reappointments

Milwaukee County Executive Crowley’s Statement on County Board of Supervisors’ Vote to Not Approve McGovern Park Senior Center Redevelopment

Thousands Gather To Celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee

Parade and festival celebrate 'love, life and freedom.'

Congresswoman Moore, Milwaukee County Executive, Milwaukee Mayor, and Port Milwaukee Director Spotlight Significance of Great Lakes Maritime Industry

County Picks Site For New Courthouse

It won't be Milwaukee Public Museum site, leaving it available for redevelopment.

Milwaukee County Executive Statement on the Deaths and Shootings of the Minnesota Lawmakers

Milwaukee County Celebrates Grand Opening of New Marcia P. Coggs Health & Human Services Center

The building honors the legacy of Marcia P. Coggs, a political trailblazer and human services champion, while ushering in a new era of human service access and delivery for Milwaukee County residents

Milwaukee County’s New “Building Bridges” Small Business Development Program Officially Approved

The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will provide grants and resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County

How State Has Slashed Milwaukee County’s Funding

County would have gotten $1 billion more since 2003 if funding kept up with inflation.

County Executive David Crowley Celebrates Historic Economic Impact in Milwaukee’s Tourism Industry

Milwaukee County's tourism industry achieved unprecedented success in 2024, with total economic impact reaching $4.321 billion

Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain

Wisconsin has 25 AmeriCorps programs. 'Things are just very confusing.'

Board Will Vote on McGovern Park Senior Center With Housing

County officials say affordable housing plan only way to save senior center.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Maxwell Anderson Trial Verdict

PR- The Vine Humboldt Beer Garden Reopens for the 2025 Season on May 30th

County Executive Crowley Praises Milwaukee County Board for Approving New Building Bridges Small Business Development Program

The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will establish a small business liaison to provide resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County

Opening Dates Set For 39 Pools, Splashpads, Water Parks

Milwaukee County Parks plans to open several locations in waves.

Nearly 160 Organizations Across Wisconsin Call for Investment in Milwaukee County Courthouse Complex

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces 2025 Healthy County Challenge

In its fourth year, events will center around health, wellness, nature, and community

County Executive Crowley Connects Pulaski High School Students To Career Pathways During Public Works Week In Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Celebrates National Public Works Week

Polednik Leaving Milwaukee Art Museum

Polednik will resign after nine years leading art museum.

Cheers to Three Years! Juneau Beer Garden Reopens May 16

Superintendent Announces Administrative Changes to MPS Central Office

New Structure Aims to Accelerate Academic Outcomes, Improve Operational Effectiveness and Accountability, and Make MPS an Employer of Choice

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Milwaukee County Awarded $250,000 as a 2024 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize Winner

Nine communities in the United States received this national honor

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces New “Building Bridges” Small Business Development Program

The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will establish a small business liaison to provide resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County

2025 Traveling Beer Garden Tour Kicks Off May 14th at Wilson Park

The Final Voyage of Deep Thought

It was like a carnival down at the lakefront, as All City Towing managed to remove infamous boat.

Supervisor Vincent Kicks Off Ice Bucket Challenge for Mental Health Awareness Month

Milwaukee County Invites Community Input at “Future State” Listening Sessions

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Federal Funding Cuts to AmeriCorps

Crowley Supports Replacing SDC

State could de-designate SDC as community action partner. But which local officials must agree?

County Executive Signs Zero Carbon Emissions Plan

Plan for county government carbon neutrality by 2050 was 4 years in the making.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Carbon-Free by 2050

County Supervisors Strengthen Climate Action Plan During Earth Month

Milwaukee County Board Passes Resolution to Protect Access, Justice, and Community Safety

Milwaukee County DHHS Publishes Strategic Plan with a Bold Vision for Creating a Healthy Community

No Wrong Door Navigators to lead interdisciplinary teams leveraging cross-department expertise

Summerfest Music Deal Faces Lawsuit

An exclusive concert deal with Live Nation affiliate. Must city reveal the details?

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Opening of 2025 Golf Season

Historic Inaugural Wisconsin Entrepreneurial Legacy Gala to Celebrate Latino Business Excellence in Wisconsin

Spirit Airlines Adds Nonstop Flights from MKE to Detroit

Low-fare flights recently added to Los Angeles, Baltimore and Nashville

Five Milwaukee County Communities Test Strategies To Combat Reckless Driving, Make Roads Safer For All Users

Greendale, Shorewood, South Milwaukee, Wauwatosa and West Allis Launch Traffic Calming Demonstration Activities

South Shore Beer Garden Kicks Off the 2025 Season with New Flavors and Fan Favorites

Invest in a Successful Future for Wisconsin’s Children

Early childhood education leads to later success. Statewide solution, funding needed.

Education Funding Is Big Issue at West Allis State Budget Hearing

57 local school referendums passed in April election but many other districts hurting.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on ICE Arrests at Courthouse

State Sues Federal HHS, Sec. Kennedy Over Public Health Cuts

Wisconsin joins nearly two-dozen states suing over cuts in public health funding.

Wisconsin a Leader in Using Signal App to Hide Public Records?

Trump administration’s bizarre sharing of U.S. battle plans involved use of Signal.

Dr. Thomas Gibson named chancellor of UW-Milwaukee

During State of the County Address, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Unveils Climate Action 2050 Plan

New planning effort creates blueprint for Milwaukee County to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in county operations by 2050

Milwaukee County Parks Announces the 2025 Traveling Beer Garden Schedule

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Delivers 2025 State of the County Address

“Partnerships lead Milwaukee forward. And because of partnerships, Milwaukee is leading Wisconsin forward.”

Act Fast! Only 2 Lifeguard Training Sessions Left Before Summer Hiring Closes

MKE Airport Partners with Make-A-Wish Wisconsin to Unveil New Children’s Play Areas

New Make-A-Wish Kids Zones open on Concourse C & D

Milwaukee County Leaders Issue Statements on Governor Evers Capital Budget Proposal

See Vehicle Crash Hotspots in Milwaukee County

County updates data dashboard to show top spots for crashes.

How Deportations Will Hurt Milwaukee

Most of its growth in population and workers in last 30 years has come from immigrants.

Milwaukee County Executive Crowley and Department of Transportation Launch Phase Two of Motor Vehicle Collision Dashboard

Dashboard updated to incorporate key hotspots for motor vehicle collisions and more

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Governor Evers Proposing $25 Million for Courthouse Complex Project

The Investing in Justice: Courthouse Complex initiative will help address critical public safety needs in Milwaukee County for the benefit of the entire region and state

Don Smiley’s 12 Years of Lavish Pay

Continuing in 2023 even after new Summerfest president appointed.

MKE Highlights Convenient Parking, Helpful Amenities, and Nonstop Flights Ahead of Busy Spring Break Season

Tips to help travelers get the most out of their travel experience

Crowley Tours Results of Suburban Affordable Housing Policy

Crowley administration has prioritized effort as part of economic mobility strategy.

County Executive Crowley Praises State of Wisconsin for Supporting Funding for Future Home to Office of Emergency Management, Medical Examiner

County Expands Lead Abatement For Low-Income Homes

Federal funds will bolster county's lead remediation program in suburbs.

Milwaukee County and AHA Announce Senior Centers Will Now have Blood Pressure Screen-and-Refer Hubs

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on U.S. House of Representatives Budget Resolution

Crowley Signs Street Safety Plan

Plan three years in the making receives county executive approval.