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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
Supervisor Peggy Romo West Urges Support for “Safe Ride” Program
Says Program Saves Lives, Money in Milwaukee County
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Sup. Peggy A. West
America’s Newest Hero, David Clarke
He’s in the news everywhere and conservatives are falling all over themselves in adulation.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Operation Alley Cat initiative pays off with arrest
News conference TODAY in alley where video footage captured suspect
Nov 13th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee County Supervisor Khalif Rainey Applauds Committtee Approval of Body Cameras For Law Enforcement in County Budget
Says Technology and Training Can Assist in Protecting Public and Officers
Oct 28th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Governor Walker announces $104 million in payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling $104,151,847 for General Transportation Aids.
Oct 10th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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
Hamilton case shows need for new county investigation unit
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 10, 2014
Sep 10th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Abele Goes O-fer On Election Night
Sheriff Clarke wins democratic primary. Plus: The rest of election night's winners and losers.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Crossover… Not Just for THX Anymore
Attention, people of Milwaukee County!
Aug 11th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General
Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?
Aug 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
An Open Letter to Milwaukee Talk Radio
Dear Talk Radio Hosts Mark Belling, Jay Weber, Charlie Sykes and Jeff Wagner.
Aug 6th, 2014 by Chris Moews
Governor Walker announces July transportation payments to local governments
Payments totaling more than $127.8. million have been delivered to local governments from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Jul 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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
Chris Moews Statement on Politifact’s Findings on County Deputies at Courthouse
Milwaukee Police Lieutenant Chris Moews (maize) issued the following statement regarding Politifact’s findings about Clarke’s use of deputies at Courthouse checkpoints.
Jul 1st, 2014 by Chris Moews
Chris Moews Statement on Today’s Drug Raids in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Police Lieutenant Chris Moews (maize) issued the following statement.
Jun 17th, 2014 by Chris Moews
John Chisholm Crushes Sheriff Clarke
The sheriff takes some pot shots at DA, only to get mowed down, in an entertaining -- and very revealing -- exchange.
Jun 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Chris Moews Statement on Court’s Ruling on Marriage Equality
“Today's ruling shows that we should never give up on working to fix the social injustices we face. When we work hard and fight for what we know is right, we win."
Jun 6th, 2014 by Chris Moews
Supervisor David Bowen Urges Residents to Attend 7 P.M. Community Call to Action for Shooting Victim at Tiefenthaler Park
Bowen Decries Violence in Parks and Urges More Patrols, Block Watches
May 30th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Chris Moews Delivers Nomination Signatures; Ready to Bring Needed Change to Sheriff’s Office
Moews will now be on the ballot for the August 12 Democratic primary.
May 30th, 2014 by Chris Moews
Washington Park Residents Face Prostitution Problem
Neighbors meet with police, seeking solutions to prostitution and drug trafficking.
Apr 28th, 2014 by Karen Stokes
Operation Alley Cat initiative launches Wednesday
Pilot project will outfit selected alleys with surveillance cameras
Apr 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Governor Walker announces April transportation payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling nearly $80.5 million for General Transportation Aids, Connecting Highway Aids and Expressway Policing Aids have been delivered to local governments from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Apr 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Safety in Milwaukee County Parks Must be a Priority
Supervisor Says Local Law Enforcement Ready for Summer Season
Apr 7th, 2014 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Supervisor Khalif Rainey is Critical of Jail Video Visitation Problems
Long Lines, Poor Communications System Decrease Jail Morale, Make Conditions Dangerous
Mar 6th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Jonathan Brostoff Endorses Chris Moews for Milwaukee County Sheriff
Jonathan Brostoff, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly District 19, announced his endorsement today of Lieutenant Chris Moews for Milwaukee County Sheriff.
Feb 18th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Governor Walker announces $104 million in payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling more than $104 million for General Transportation Aids, Connecting Highway Aids and Expressway Policing Aids have been delivered to local governments.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Alderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Alderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Jan 7th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Can County Board Solve Taxicab Problem?
The board's resolution got media play, but will probably accomplish nothing.
Nov 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
New anti-prostitution initiative meeting with success on South Side
News release from Alds. Bob Donovan and Jose G. Perez
Oct 29th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Why Governments Never Cooperate With Each Other
Chris Abele seeks to improve efficiency through cooperative ventures with municipal governments. Will the county board resist?
Oct 24th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Supervisor Peggy Romo West Says Milwaukee County Board Has Set a Path for Mental Health Redesign of Today
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors has set the course for the significant expansion of mental health programming into the community and the downsizing of the residential units at Milwaukee County's Mental Health Complex, Supervisor Peggy Romo West said today.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Sup. Peggy A. West
David Clarke the False Conservative
Sheriff Clarke claims the right to spend as much as he wants, while the media ignores this and simply reports on his rants.
Oct 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Abele’s Proposed Budget Won’t Raise Taxes, Invests in Mental Health & Public Safety
The $1.3 billion budget holds the line on property taxes while making important investments across Milwaukee County.
Sep 26th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Abele’s 2014 Budget Features New Public Safety Initiative
The budget also provides the Sheriff the flexibility to avoid any Deputy layoffs while continuing to realign the department to focus on its core mission in a fully incorporated County.
Sep 25th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Who Let the Dogs Out?
Sheriff Clarke grabs canine units from House of Correction, endangering safety of staff, only to be forced to return them.
Sep 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Decline of Sheriff Clarke
The weirder and crankier he gets, the more unlikely his reelection.
Jun 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Supervisor David Bowen Says Sheriff Clarke “Destabilizing” House of Correction, Applauds County Board Action
Cites Reports of Understaffing, Forced Overtime for Officers and Needless Prisoner Shuffles Between Jail and House
May 6th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
David Clarke’s Wetland Wonder
The Sheriff's home sits on a low marsh, hidden by trees, at the very edge of the county, protected by Honeywell Security.
Apr 26th, 2013 by Michael Horne
America Discovers Sheriff Clarke
Clarke appears on Piers Morgan with Tom Barrett and gets beat up by both Morgan and the mayor.
Jan 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Sheriff David Clarke
His radio ads says he needs the help of armed homeowners, but Clarke has almost nothing to do with combating violent crime.
Jan 28th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Mental Health Care in Shambles at County Jails
Jails are overloaded with people with mental illness. A key Republican lawmaker wants to examine issue.
Jan 3rd, 2013 by Rory Linnane, Tegan Wendland and Kate Golden
Sheriff Clarke’s gun rights diatribe disappointing in the wake of tragedy
Sheriff Clarke’s gun rights diatribe disappointing in the wake of tragedy
Dec 19th, 2012 by Willie Hines
Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes $6.3 Million
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors was given the unique opportunity today to make history and decrease taxes for Milwaukee County residents; instead they choose to raise taxes to pad their own benefits and support their own pet projects.
Nov 14th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Board Adopts 2013 Budget
Board Overrides 23 of 25 Budget Vetoes from County Executive, Prepares to Implement Business of the People of Milwaukee County
Nov 14th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Abele Urges Board to Sustain Vetoes That Save $6.3 Million
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele signed vetoes today that will offer better public safety, better service and save taxpayers millions of dollars.
Nov 13th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
United County Board Approves 2013 Budget on 13-5 Vote
Two-thirds back plan to improve public safety, lessen impact on taxpayers
Nov 5th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Who’s Right in County Budget Battle?
County Board Chair Marina Dimitrijevic trashes Abele’s budget. But did she improve it?
Oct 30th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes While Sacrificing Service Level, Public Safety
The Milwaukee County Board’s Budget Committee has voted to put politics above the interests of the community.
Oct 28th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Board Votes Against Taxpayers and For the Status Quo
The Milwaukee County Board’s Budget Committee voted 9 - 0 today to raise taxes on Milwaukee County citizens.
Oct 24th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Board Refuses To Put Price Tag on Public Safety
Committee votes to invest in protection of Milwaukee County residents
Oct 24th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board Budget Blast: October 24, 2012
The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.
Oct 24th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County/City Parks Patrol Plan Will Save More than $5 Million Over Three Years
A just released analysis of the proposed Parks Patrol Plan between Milwaukee County and the City of Milwaukee shows that County taxpayers will save more than $5 million over three years.
Oct 24th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Mayo Expresses Concern in Brandon Johnson Case
“I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family of Brandon Johnson. I want them to know my thoughts are with them every step of the way."
Oct 15th, 2012 by Sup. Michael Mayo
The Other Sheriff Dave
There is another Sheriff Dave just two counties to the south, in Kenosha.
Sep 27th, 2006 by Michael Horne
The Real Story Behind The Sheriff’s Departure
There is bad smell surrounding the retirement of Sheriff Lev Baldwin.
Jan 19th, 2002 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans are Dumping on Jim Doyle
Republicans are squirming about a state investigation of the legislative caucuses, and their attack dogs are going after Attorney General Jim Doyle to try to prevent it.
Sep 4th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
