Ozaukee County

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce Over $1.5 Million in Fast Forward Grants to Help Train Over 700 Wisconsinites for in-Demand Jobs

Grants will go to 19 employers across the state to support job training in construction, child care healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and more

Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy

Town of Beloit is fifth Wisconsin community to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Governor Evers Approves WIS 33 Retaining Wall Replacement Project in Ozaukee County

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Flood Resilience In Communities Across Wisconsin

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters

First Responders Use Microchip Scanners to Identify Lost Pets 

Milwaukee Fire Department now has scanners at all 31 stations.

DNR Awards 2026 Surface Water Grants

Business Groups Sue to Block Citizen Ordinance Limiting TIF Districts

Angered by data center deal, Port Washington voters support 'direct legislation.'

North Shore Bank Hosts 17th Annual Race for the Hungry at El Rey Food Mart

North Shore Bank's 17th Annual Race for the Hungry at El Rey Food Mart collected $857 in food donations to support the Milwaukee Christian Center.

4 Wisconsin Communities Signed Secret Deals for Big Data Centers

Lack of transparency, public input on billion-dollar deals with big tech companies?

AI Boom Hits Home in Waldo, WI

Pristine creek, protected woods and wetlands caught in a spreading network of high-voltage power lines.

2025 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

More than $3.5 million awarded through Packers Foundation grants in 2025

MEA Announces Legal Action in Response to West Bend Dairy Farm’s Expansion Plans

DNR Permit for Rob-n-Cin Farms Ignores Past Environmental Violations and Endangers Groundwater, Trout Streams and Wetlands

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to Support Nearly 150 Jobs in Southeast Wisconsin

North Shore Bank Helps Celebrate 40th Year of Candy Cane Lane with “Change for a Cure” Matching Campaign to Fight Childhood Cancer

Long-time partner of MACC Fund encourages community to join in on holiday spirit, bring in coins for free counting, and donate to childhood cancer research.

Grants From The Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Will Improve Wildlife Habitat In Dane, Dodge, Fond Du Lac, Ozaukee And Wood Counties

ChatGPT Maker, Oracle Are Tenants of $15 Billion Port Washington Data Center

Developer, partners reveal new details about proposal.

Port Washington Data Center Requires $1.4 Billion Transmission Line Project

The route and price tag of the 90-mile line are drawing concern.

Citing Opposition, Microsoft Cancels Caledonia Data Center

But it is still moving forward on other projects and intends to find another site nearby.

Environmental Groups Raise Alarms About Data Centers

They will require huge amounts of energy and state water.

After Losing Reelection Bid, Former State Senator Wins Federal Job

Real estate developer Duey Stroebel is now a regional administrator for HUD.

Port Washington EMT Charged with Possession of Child Pornography

ACLU Report Shows Growth In Immigration Detentions

More than 1,000 detained this year, sheriffs in 12 counties now helping effort.

MATC Appoints Three District Board Members, Including Two Reappointments

Can Democrats Win More Rural Voters?

There's reason to doubt this. Maybe it's a waste of resources.

Wisconsin Legislative Democrats Introduce Child Care Counts Legislation

WATCH: Senator Baldwin Calls Out Trump’s Broken Promises 100 Days In

Baldwin: “Wisconsinites want lower costs, our veterans and farmers respected, and working families to have a fair shot – and Donald Trump’s chaos isn’t delivering any of that”

Why the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Matters

Bipartisan program has created wonderful recreational lands we enjoy.

Gov. Evers, DMA Announce $2 Million in Grant Awards for Flood Resilience

Funding to help local communities prevent and prepare for flooding events

DNR Awards $6 Million In Grant Funds To Protect Surface Water

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

Wisconsin Congress Members Condemn Musk Takeover

Baldwin, Moore, Pocan outraged. Republican Glenn Grothman not sure.

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Warmer Than Average Lake Michigan Decimates Ice Fishing

Lake Superior water temperatures also up, reducing ice coverage.

Fourth and Eighth Graders Falling Behind in Math

Declines since 2019 on national scores echoed by test results for Wisconsin students.

Trail Extension Will Link Downtown With Planned 20th Street Trail

Latest trail extension part of Interstate 43 reconstruction.

Movie Theater To Become Event Venue

New life for 29-year-old cinema would include weddings, corporate events.

Colliers Wisconsin Announces Sale of Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Medical Office in Grafton, WI

Do You Believe in Beavers?

Study finds return of beaver dams to Milwaukee watershed could add $3.3 billion worth of stormwater storage.

Key North Side Corridor Will Receive Protected Bike Lane

But no bus rapid transit line. Project is a partnership of Milwaukee and Glendale.

AG Kaul Announces $90,000 Penalty for Alleged Barium and Lead Hazardous Waste Violations in Ozaukee County

Waukesha County Could Determine Wisconsin Election Winner

Suburbs were once critical to the GOP to win Wisconsin. Now, both parties are competing for their votes.

Women Could Decide Wisconsin Elections

Moms for Liberty vs. Motherhood for Good?

WOW Counties Turning Less Republican

Ozaukee and Waukesha now less red while Washington County resists the trend.

Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries

Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.

Emerald Ash Borer Now Confirmed In All 72 Wisconsin Counties

Gov. Evers Appoints Benjamin Lindsay as Ozaukee County District Attorney

Baldwin Announces $3.2 Million for Ozaukee County Project to Reduce Flooding and Restore Habitat along Lake Michigan

Project to reconnect Sucker Creek to nearby wetlands and floodplains will protect infrastructure from more frequent and extreme flood events

I-43 North-South project progresses; opens third lane in Ozaukee County

The Imperial Legislature Is Shot Down

6-1 decision by Wisconsin Supreme Court a surprise. What does it tell us about the court?

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $408,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve About 4,600 Students

Students at 17 school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

North Shore Bank Names New Vice President and District Manager

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.

North Shore Bank President and CEO Jay McKenna Appointed by Governor Evers to Banking Review Board

Concordia University Will Lay Off 24 Employees

School has run deficits in recent years. Layoffs at Mequon campus to begin May 31

Milwaukee Landlord Berrada Drops Lawsuit Against Tenants Union

Lawsuit 'a retaliatory measure for tenant organizing in Berrada buildings,' group charges.

North Shore Bank New Oak Creek Branch to Open March 4

Why Do We Care About The Sturgeon?

How reintroducing sturgeon to the Milwaukee River connects all of us. Third story in series.

New Baiting And Feeding Ban For Ozaukee County Effective Feb. 15

Milwaukee Riverkeeper Annual Report Shows Improvement in River Health

Annual report celebrates progress and highlights efforts to restore and reconnect rivers to improve water quality in Milwaukee River Basin

How the Kletzsch Fishway Was Created

And how it will change the Milwaukee River and its fish.

Wisconsin Has A “Smart Growth” Law To Encourage Housing, But No One Is Enforcing It

Planner Robin Palm has been willing to go to court over a proposal in Wauwatosa.

UPDATE: Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Ozaukee County, Wis.

November 14, 2023

North Shore Bank Kicks Off Annual Candy Cane Lane with “Change for a Cure” Matching Campaign for Childhood Cancer Research

Long-time partner of MACC Fund encourages community to join in on holiday spirit, bring in coins for free counting, and donate to fight childhood cancer

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Ozaukee County, Wis.

November 2, 2023

State Reviewing Milwaukee Business’s Suspicious Use of Pandemic Grant

Owner Cynthia Brown has connections to state Sen. Lena Taylor.

Water Company Moving To Downtown

Plus: Marcus closes its only Milwaukee theater, WHEDA offers new downpayment program and a recap of week's real estate news.

Secretary Hughes celebrates groundbreaking for Saukville’s Northern Gateway Community Collective

WEDC is supporting the development with up to $1.1 million in tax credits for new American Orthodontics facility

Moms for Liberty Rising in Wisconsin

Part of national group pushing to ban books and raced-focused history lessons and opposing LGBTQ+ concerns.

Ramirez Has Big Plans For Cardinal Stritch Campus

$24 million investment will help create northside Augustine Prep, making a mega-school.

Berrada Sues Milwaukee Tenants Union For Defamation

Mega-landlord's lawsuit focuses on November fire and group's subsequent claims.

North Shore Bank Dog Days of Summer Event Returns: Unleash with Community Canine Fun

The Right Takes Over Waukesha Schools

Waukesha, Arrowhead districts move to restrict how history taught, pronouns used, free speech outside classroom.

Special Election for Assembly Seat Tuesday

Republican Paul Melotik vs Democrat Bob Tatterson for open seat in WOW counties.

North Shore Bank Named a Best Bank in Wisconsin by Forbes

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Ozaukee County, Wis.

June 7, 2023

Remote Work Proves Durable in Wisconsin

400,000 in state, or 15% of workforce, now work remotely.

Incidental Take Notice For Ozaukee County

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Mequon, Wis.

May 17, 2023

Liberals Winning State Supreme Court Races

They’ve now won three of last four races by big margins. What the data shows.

North Shore Bank Partners with Children’s Wisconsin to Create “Coins for Kids” to Increase Donations Leading Up to Annual Miracle Marathon

Community can donate a portion of or all coins to Coins for Kids; North Shore Bank to match donations

Ozaukee County’s First Private High School Proposed

Owner of shooting gallery plans Christian school based on Hillsdale College curriculum.

Legislative Committee Rejects Funds for State’s Largest Land Conservation Plan

Republicans spike proposal to preserve 70,000 acres of forest in northern Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Flip Was Years In the Making

Partisan-style campaigning and waning influence of Republican WOW counties contribute to Protasiewicz victory.

Jan. 6 Attendee Key Campaign Activist for Kelly

West Virginian 'Stop the Steal' activist spending month here to work on high court race.

DWD Announces Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve More Than 2,200 Students

Attorney General Kaul Pushes For More Funding, Hosts Lawmaker Crime Lab Tours

Kaul, law enforcement agencies want faster turnaround for forensic work.

“It’s Budget Season and I’m Listening!”

Rep. Deb Andraca Announces Budget Listening Sessions

Dorow Tells Drug Dealers They Are Responsible for Overdose Deaths

Cases shine light on how judge handles issue that may involve her son.

Milwaukee Health Commissioner Resigns

Kirsten Johnson resigns after two years on job. New commissioner will be sixth in six years.

New report celebrates progress, shares continued conservation key to protecting the Milwaukee River Basin

Republican Lawmakers Oppose Record-Breaking Wisconsin Land Conversation

Sen. Felzkowski leads opposition to preserving 56,000 acres of forest near Rhinelander.

Land Purchased For Downtown Brewery and Dog Park

Foxtown Brewery takes major step forward on Downtown project.

MCTS Bus Service to Ozaukee Ends

Ozaukee County Express getting new operator, with less expansive route that's more expensive.

Anonymous Legislator Undermining State Stewardship Fund

More than a dozen times, initiatives to protect invaluable natural areas were killed.

Dorow Campaign Manager Led Divisive Wisconsin School Board Recall

Plan Commission Endorses 25-Story Lakefront Tower

'More slender, more elegant' plan gets unanimous approval.

North Shore Bank Kicks Off Annual Candy Cane Lane with “Change for a Cure” Matching Campaign for Childhood Cancer Research

Long-time partner of MACC Fund encourages community to join in on holiday spirit, bring in coins for free counting, and donate to fight childhood cancer

Bus Route Cuts Coming in 2023

Final 2023 county budget cut millions from MCTS funding, causing reductions in service.

Politics and Population Density

It's remarkable: The further voters live from the center of Milwaukee the more Republican their views.