Waukesha County

Wisconsin Drug Take Back Collection #2 in the Country; Collects Over 60,000 lbs. of Unwanted Medications to Fight the Opioid Epidemic

May 5, 2021

Mayor Barrett Encourages Milwaukeeans to Wear Denim on April 28

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP Welcomes Attorney Jorge Fragoso to Their Appellate, Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation Team

Drug Take Back Day is April 24

April 19, 2021

Waukesha County Parks Seeks Volunteers for Invasive Species Removal Mission April 24

DNR Conducting Winter Prescribed Burns In Local Marshlands To Reduce Fire Hazards And Improve Vegetation

March 2 Burn Focused On Cattail Removal

DNR Proposes Firearm Restriction On Land Purchased In Merton

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week Goes Virtual

Residents encouraged to learn about the impact of road salt from free programs

Wisconsin National Guard conducts shortened COVID-19 testing week due to New Year’s holiday

United Way president to go ‘On the Issues,’ Dec. 2

Update: Death Following Incident at Milwaukee County Jail

Wisconsin National Guard tops 900,000 COVID-19 tests collected; testing week shortened over Thanksgiving holiday

Northwestern Mutual Contributes $225,000 to Local Nonprofits

Company employees nominate nonprofits to receive funding through Days of Sharing program

Jilly Gokalgandhi Announces Candidacy for District 5 of the Milwaukee Public School Board

Wisconsin Drug Take Back Collection 1st in the Country; Collects Nearly 90,000 lbs. of Unwanted Medications to Fight the Opioid Epidemic

November 9, 2020

Wisconsin National Guard will conduct COVID-19 specimen collection in 45 Wisconsin counties this week

Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership Receives Department of Education Award

Community Schools recognized among national education initiatives

Drug Take Back Day is October 24

League of Women Voters Launches Nov. 3 General Election Online Voter Guide: Spanish Language Version Available for the First Time

Citizen Scientists Honored For Monitoring Wisconsin’s Natural Resources

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $23 Million in Community Development Block Grant Funding for Wisconsin

Baldwin worked to secure federal funds for Wisconsin in the bipartisan CARES Act

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Transportation: More Roads and Bridges Not the Answer

ACLU of Wisconsin Commends Waukesha County Jail for Lifting Religious Text and Practice Restrictions in Local Jail

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Waukesha County and WWBIC to Launch Small Business COVID-19 Business Assistance Grants Program

Federal Grant to Address Behavioral Health During COVID-19 Pandemic

Funding to support services offered by county and community agencies

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Statement from Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow after Governor Evers Issues Mask Mandate

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Treasurer Godlewski, BCPL approves over $8 million Community Projects in July

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 250,000 specimens collected for COVID testing; statewide testing continues this week

Gov. Evers Grants Eighteen Pardons – Largest Group So Far 

DPI Drops Illegal Policy After WILL Lawsuit

WILL sued DPI for blocking family from state voucher program

The UWM at Waukesha Foundation’s Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books Moves its Much-loved Community Event Online

Over $300K in Emergency Relief awarded to 49 nonprofits by Wisconsin Humanities Council

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 100,000 specimens collected for COVID-19 testing

#MaskUpMKE Taps North Shore Bank Branches for Mask Kit Distribution Sites as Demand Continues for Phase Two

Volunteers needed to reach goal of 3.5 million masks made and donated

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 70,000 specimens collected at mobile testing sites around the state

Wisconsin National Guard conducting mobile testing at sites around the state

Limited Number of State Shooting Ranges To Reopen May 14

Wisconsin National Guard conducting mobile testing at sites around the state

Johnson Financial Group donates $200,000 in Wisconsin markets to support United Way and other nonprofit community organizations.

Fiserv Forum To Serve as Distribution Site for Non-Surgical Masks

Bucks, Milwaukee-area health and community organizations team up for MaskUpMKE initiative to benefit medical, nonprofit community

Mangold Creative Welcomes Danielle Henry as Director of Digital Services

Impact100 Greater Milwaukee Donates $25,000 to United Way COVID-19 Relief Funds

The foundations of We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service commit $1 million to COVID-19 relief effort

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Over $37 Million in New Community Development Block Grants for Wisconsin

Baldwin worked to secure federal funds for Wisconsin communities in the bipartisan CARES Act

Local Governments Partner with the Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee to Provide Temporary Shelter for Residents with Housing Instability as Part of COVID-19 Response

Governor Evers congratulates 42 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers recently completed 26 weeks of training at State Patrol Academy

Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund PAC Endorses Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr for Court of Appeals

Three Additional Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Wisconsin

New guidance for people who have been on a cruise in Egypt

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers to Host Third Annual Health Equity Summit

Empower a Healthier Milwaukee

Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Announces New Leadership Team

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Waukesha County v. J.J.H.

“Deaf Rights are Human Rights”

Wisconsin Right to Life PAC Endorses Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr

Illegal Immigrant Sentenced to Ten Years for Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin and Fentanyl

MPS observes Black Lives Matter National Week of Action

Daily events planned February 3-7, 2020

MTEA Sponsors 2020 Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action

Impacted Neighbors of We Energies’ Coal Plant Featured in Documentary and Coal History Presentation Co-sponsored by Clean Power Coalition

January 23 Event is Free and Open to the Public.

Brookfield Chamber (GBCC) Honors Judi Murphy as Volunteer of the Year

2019 Heart of Canal Street Campaign Sets Fundraising Record

Annual Event has now raised more than $20 Million over 26 years

Election Delivers New Leadership for NAACP Wisconsin State Conference

Justice Department Awards More Than $333 Million to Fight Opioid Crisis

$2,076,810 Will Support Efforts to Combat Drugs and Crime in the Eastern District of Wisconsin

Sherman Park neighborhood to receive support from BUILD Health Challenge®

News Release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Gov. Evers Announces Transportation Projects Commission to Meet December 6

Three, new citizen members appointed to the bipartisan public-private commission

Dean of public service at Marquette University Law School honored as legal innovator

As assistant dean for public service, Schultz’s charge is to advance access to justice through the creation, implementation, and operational oversight of pro bono projects for law students and lawyers.

Wisconsin Collects More Than 30 Tons of Unused Medications During Drug Take Back Day; Ranks Second in Nation

Statewide 280 law enforcement agencies hosted Drug Take Back events and collected disposed drugs from 476 permanent drug disposal boxes at law enforcement agencies across the state.

BMO Harris Bank honors three Milwaukee trailblazers

Annual awards honor women for their contributions to business and their communities

Regional Education Leaders Form Alliance to Address College Completion, Workforce Development in Southeastern Wisconsin

Together, HERA’s higher education institutions and partner organizations are committed to leveraging their collective strengths and resources.

Dan Defnet appointed President of Johnson Bank

Scott Cooney joins Johnson Financial Group as Director of Commercial Banking

Hebron House appoints Acting Executive Director

Attorney and community advocate for the homeless to lead the organization

Doors Open Milwaukee to feature public works landmarks

Doors Open is a celebration of Milwaukee’s art, architecture, culture and history with more than 170 buildings providing free access on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29.

Milwaukee Financial Advisor Sentenced to 30 Months in Federal Prison for Fraud Scheme that Targeted Elderly Victims

The prison sentence will be followed by three years of supervised release.

Rep. Robyn Vining Joins Governor Evers to Announce Additional Assistant District Attorney Positions in Waukesha County

"I advocated on behalf of my district for these needed positions there and in Milwaukee County."

Historic Pabst Mansion holds first-ever outdoor beer fest – Beer Baron’s Bash on Saturday, September 28 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m

Everyone can be a Beer Baron at Captain Pabst’s first-ever outdoor Beer Bash!

Recycling Facility Open for ‘Doors Open Milwaukee’

Free Tours of the City of Milwaukee/Waukesha County Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)

Northwestern Mutual Commits to Milwaukee Education with More Than $2.1 Million Investment

Grants will fund mentorship, third-grade reading proficiency and high school programming

ACLU condemns Waukesha County Sheriff’s decision to renew Wisconsin’s only direct partnership with ICE

The Sheriff’s Department last held a “public” meeting to discuss the 287(g) program in September 2018.

Weekend overnight maintenance work to occur along I-94 in Waukesha County

This work is weather dependent and is subject to change.

Marquette University advantage program announced in partnership with Catholic Memorial High School

The program enables students to continue their Catholic education and save tuition dollars.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Announces Dates and Locations for 18th Annual Back-to-School Health Fairs

Health fairs to be held August 2nd at Washington High School and August 9th at Journey House

Gov. Evers Appoints Brian Juech As Marquette County District Attorney

Mr. Juech currently serves as assistant district attorney in the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office

The Battle to Sunset the Miller Park Tax is Finally Over

"I am happy to see this is finally happening."

Attorney Sarah A. Ponath Announces Candidacy for Waukesha County Circuit Court Judgeship

Experienced legal practitioner seeking Branch 5 seat in 2020 election

Mount Mary, Moraine Park Technical College announce “Nursing 1-2-1” program to address regional need for bachelor’s prepared nurses

Students entering the Nursing 1-2-1 program can enjoy the full range of benefits associated with both Mount Mary and Moraine Park.

Increase in deer activity requires motorists – especially motorcyclists – to be alert

Last year in Wisconsin, law enforcement agencies reported 20,177 deer/vehicle crashes.

Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr Announces Run for Court of Appeals

"I am honored to announce my candidacy for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals because Wisconsin deserves a judge who will uphold the rule of law..."

Update: Name Released of In-Custody Death

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy and the results are pending.

In-Custody Death Investigation

April 22, 2019

Drug Take Back Day is April 27

"Through proper disposal, we can prevent prescription drugs from being diverted—and help prevent addiction."

New Venue, Masters Competitions and Sponsor Highlight Upcoming 11th Annual Tour of America’s Dairyland Multi-Day Bike Racing Series

New Masters Series Designed to Attract Larger Number of Racers Age 40 and Older to Wisconsin

WILL, SCWA Sue DPI in School Choice Lawsuit

State’s ed agency illegally preventing private choice schools from counting “virtual instruction” towards classroom learning requirements

Governor Evers welcomes 16 new Wisconsin State Patrol officers

New troopers and inspectors recently completed 26 weeks of comprehensive training

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County joins LGBT Chamber as newest gold member

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County joins more than 40 other corporations as a gold founding member of the LGBT Chamber.

First Business Bank Promotes Alicia Buttchen

Alicia joined First Business in November 2014 and has over 17 years of experience in the financial services industry.

Campaign to Retain Judge Andrew Jones Earns Broad Support From Judiciary

"It is an honor to have the support of so many members of the Milwaukee County judiciary.

NEWaukee Announces YPWeek 2019 Host Communities, Program Lineup

YPWeek to Expand Nationally in 8th Year

Wisconsin Policy Forum Makes Statewide Educational Data Easy to Compare

New School DataTool Includes Enrollment, Student Performance, Other Measures