Waukesha County

The Radical State Supreme Court?

Three cases reveal the court overruling precedent while claiming it isn’t.

It’s Time to Invest in Our Transportation System

Under the direction of Governor Walker the Secretary of Transportation was told that his budget request should not include any tax or fee increases.

HAPA charter school expanding, Community Schools expanding, career skills program coming

June Board update

MPS Creates More Community Schools

New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.

**VL-JUNK** U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces More Than $18.2 Million in AmeriCorps Funding for Wisconsin

More than 9,500 AmeriCorps members and Senior Corps volunteers are serving in 1,430 locations across Wisconsin this year

Governor Walker Presents 2016 Trailblazer Awards to Women Business Leaders

Two more schools join MPS and United Way’s Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership

Browning, Lincoln Avenue added to partnership including Auer Avenue, Bradley Tech, Hopkins Lloyd, James Madison

Governor Walker Appoints Judge Mac Davis and Judge Robert Kinney to Ethics Commission

Both majority and minority party leadership submitted three names each. Two of the minority party’s nominees withdrew their names from consideration.

Does Anyone Oppose Bus Rapid Transit?

The idea is very unsexy, yet has gained amazingly wide support.

GOP Goal Less Access for Democratic Voters

But you have to sift through media coverage of trial testimony for the story.

Waukesha Water Plan Leaves Bad Taste

Critics say Great Lakes diversion will feed urban sprawl, cause pollution and lead to more water grabs.

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce welcomes Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C. as newest founding member

Area law firm takes leadership role to support Wisconsin’s veteran-owned business community

Groups React as States and Provinces Commit to Reconvene in May to Continue Debate on Precedent-Setting Great Lakes Water Diversion

It is critical that any diversion proposal meet the rigorous requirements of the Compact which were developed to safeguard the Great Lakes.

Who’s Renting All Those New Apartments?

Millennials or aging baby boomers? Experts disagree on why the building boom.

Governor Walker Signs Legislation to Protect Wisconsin’s Children Against Internet Crimes

“Alicia’s Law” gives hope to victims and works to prevent future victims

3 Questions for Sen. Johnson at Tomorrow’s Opioid Field Hearing

Johnson has a well-documented record of failure when it comes to offering real solutions to Wisconsin’s families on this tragedy.

Black Leaders Talk About Barrett

How has the mayor succeeded -- and failed -- in serving African American neighborhoods.

Milwaukee County Residents At Risk of Leaving Millions on the Table this Tax Season

Milwaukee Metro Area Residents at Risk of Missing Out on >$60 million in tax credits

State’s Drinking Water Has Radium Problem

Waukesha is among dozens of communities in Wisconsin with radium-tainted well water.

‘Height of Hypocrisy’ as GOP blocks Winnebago Co. Executive from holding office

Majority party continues to ignore student loan debt crisis, mass layoffs & child safety

GOP Bill Targets Democratic County Exec

Would prevent Winnebago County Executive Mark Harris from holding state Senate seat

2016 State of the City

Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016

New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight races in Wisconsin presidential primaries

Feingold holds lead over Johnson in U.S. Senate race

Marquette Mission Week is Jan. 31 to Feb. 5

Week to focus on environmental issues in light of Laudato Sí

MCW’s Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment awards $300,000 to increase access to early intervention developmental screens

Developmental screens are a best practice for the early identification of delays and a means to directing children to targeted intervention early to resolve persistent health problems.

Solar Power Hits the Big Time in Wisconsin

Newest Large Array Energizes Waukesha County Manufacturer

Bingo Emmons Receives Milwaukee NARI Foundation “Spirit of Volunteerism” Award

The goal of the Milwaukee NARI Foundation is to promote public awareness of the home remodeling and improvement industry.

Why John Doe Won’t Die

The court cases haven’t ended. Will U.S. Supreme Court take the case?

Housing Resources, Inc. celebrates industry champions at Miller Park

Associated Bank and Brewers Community Foundation were recognized as “All Stars” for working in partnership with HRI to strengthen neighborhoods by supporting local homeowners.

Help the Less Fortunate this Holiday Season and Stuff the Bus

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow Will Help Collect Food at Noon

Many Communities Have Unsafe Drinking Water

An estimated 800,000 state residents consume contaminated well water.

70 mph speed limit added to new routes in Southeastern Wisconsin

US 45 in Washington County and US 12 in Walworth County included

Ira Robins Makes Bid for Kovac Seat

Launches campaign by making shocking, though, unsupported allegations.

Governor Scott Walker Appoints District I Court of Appeals Judge

Today Governor Scott Walker is announcing the appointment of Judge William W. Brash, III to the Court of Appeals.

Top 10 Tournavation Finalists Announced for Live Pitch

Dohmen Company Foundation, Red Arrow Labs and NEWaukee release most catalytic software ideas that aim to improve the health of Milwaukee’s women and children, fathers and families

CEO Alex Molinaroli’s Riverwest Townhome

What's a millionaire doing in a Reservoir Ave. town house? A divorce and legal problems will do that.

Cream City Foundation announces inaugural LGBTQ Scholarship Program

Established with BMO Harris Bank and Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C.

NEWaukee, Dohmen Company Foundation and Red Arrow Labs Announce Tournavation for Public Health

A public call for catalytic software solutions that improve the health of Milwaukee’s women and children, fathers and families

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2015

City of Milwaukee residents may start raking leaves into the curb lanes starting Thursday, October 1

200 Wisconsin Apprentices Will Earn $1,000 Scholarships to Purchase Tools for Their Trades

Expanded Great Lakes Commitment Encourages Program Completion for Better-Paying Jobs

Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel goes “On the Issues”

He is working with local law enforcement to stop the dramatic surge in Milwaukee gun violence.

Attorneys and judges rally behind Gwen Connolly in race for Circuit Court Judge

Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2015 Panels


Chicago Tribune film critic, Michael Phillips, to deliver Keynote Address;
 Panels on Policing and Education highlight the imperative and topical nature of festival documentaries

Governor Scott Walker, DWD Secretary Newson Announce $2.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship Grant Awards

The graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 84% last year.

Statewide crackdown on drunken driving begins Friday

‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign runs from August 21 to September 7

The Pasta Tree’s Suzzette Metcalfe

Life's twists and turns brought Metcalfe to The Pasta Tree twice before she became owner.

Greg & Linda Marcus, Dr. Lucille Rosenberg to be Honored as COA Yourth & Family Centers’ Parents of the Year

Each year at this event, COA recognizes two Milwaukee couples for their outstanding leadership in the community and their commitment to family.

Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair Aug. 15

The Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair will be held rain or shine, and admission is free.

The Man Behind Bob Donovan

Steve Schumacher handles all social media for mayoral hopeful. He also has a criminal record.

Transit Expansion Urged

Milwaukee is far behind other cities, which will make it harder to attract young workers, experts at conference agreed.

Lake Michigan Diversion Application Review Released by Wisconsin DNR

Precedent-setting application will test the strength of the Great Lakes Compact

Conservative Power Rises in Senate

With the replacement of two key GOP moderates, Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald has far more power.

National top 5 win for mobile app created by students at MPS’ Washington HS of IT

Now Washington students need help to be voted fan favorite

Did Doe Investigators Trash the Rule of Law?

National Review and Fox News run stories about "fascist midnight raids." Are they right?

Celebrating 45 Years of Service & Building Brighter Futures by Creating a College Culture

Anniversary Celebration will honor Friends of the Hispanic Community & Badger Mutual Wall of Fame Awardees and Commemorate Expanded Partnerships to Benefit Students

Milwaukee Succeeds Names Danae Davis New Executive Director

Dynamic Nonprofit Executive Takes Lead Role in Community Partnership

Walker Denies His Responsibility to Safeguard Health Care for Over 184,000 Wisconsinites

Greater Milwaukee Data on Impact Released Today

Home improvement materials to be sold at NARI “rummage sale”

Fund-raising event will be held in the parking lot of Milwaukee Millwork, 11712 W. Dixon St., on Friday, May 1, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

20 nonprofits to benefit from 24-hour online giving event

Each donation of $10 or more made on Thursday, March 19, will be matched; last year, more than $3 million was raised this way

“We Could Do a Lot More Outreach.”

UW System President Ray Cross discusses how an independently managed UW System might work.

Milwaukee Streetcar Approved

After years of debate, streetcar will finally move forward. Final engineering will begin immediately, and construction by the end of the year.

Will Streetcar Help The Inner City?

Opponents say it won’t. Let’s examine the data.

Teen Pregnancy Campaign Causes Controversy

Critics call ads cruel but the campaign has reduced teen pregnancy by 56 percent.

State Is a Leader in Women Workers

New York Times analysis shows Wisconsin is one of the leading states in the percent of women working.

Wisconsin Is National Leader on Drunken Driving Test

First state to use European test that detects heavy drinking going back months, helping target those who need treatment intervention.

“I didn’t know if I’d be able to live in a city.”

Angie Opsahl, who moved to the city from Waukesha, mentored Willie Hines and other urban teens.

3,500 MPS students to connect with colleges, careers, resources at fair

Scholarships will also be presented; 8th annual Fresh Coast Classic College and Resource Fair set for Tuesday at UWM

Barrett Moving Forward With Streetcar

If Common Council approves at December 16 meeting, construction would start in late 2015, and Milwaukee would follow in footsteps of many other cities.

Latino Leadership Lags

Latinos under-represented in local and state government. Change could take 10 years, some project.

Washington HS of IT 1 of 10 U.S. schools to win mobile app development program

MPS high school is the only school in the Midwest selected for the Lenovo Scholar Network

The Battle Between Walker and Burke

They are two wildly different personalities with quite different agendas. A frank look at both candidates for governor.

Republicans Want to Purge GAB Director

Government Accountability Director Kevin Kennedy must go, says Robin Vos. Why?

How Rivals for Governor, Attorney General Would Handle Drunken Driving

Only Burke calls for making first-offense OWI a crime in Wisconsin.

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.

Communications Via Press Release: Audits Provide Good Factual Background

Supervisor Jursik Criticizes the Use of Issuing Press Releases as “Shilling for Time on Talk Radio”.

PSC Questions Cost of Cutting Emissions

Public Service Commissioner Nowak warns federal carbon-emission rule could cost $20 billion. But is the estimate accurate?

So Far, No Flight From Enderis Park

City workers remain rooted in Enderis Park neighborhood despite elimination of residency rule.

Chair of Economic Development Committee in Milwaukee County Criticizes Outer Suburbs’ Rejection of the Regional Housing Plan Created by SEWRPC

Jursik Says Suburbs Engage in “Subtle Signs of Racism”

Attorney General Race Could Be a Sizzler

Happ's dramatic victory sets up clash between two county DAs.

Low-Turnout Election Had Big Results

For first time, voters could elect two female candidates to top state-wide offices.

New report shows effects of traffic congestion on travel times

Freeway congestion is costing motorists time and money

Entry Level Manufacturing Skills Foundry Training Class to Graduate, Friday, August 8th

On Friday, August 8th WRTP/BIG STEP in partnership with MAWIB will honor 19 graduates from the Mayor's Manufacturing Partnership.

Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General

Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?

All Four Attorney General Candidates Back Open Records

They support open meetings rules for lawmakers and full access to online court records.

Greater Milwaukee Foundation invests nearly $30,000 toward Milwaukee area summer programs, activities

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation awarded $29,800 in grants to area agencies

Mud Fight for Attorney General?

The three Democrats running all have similar stands, so may have to attack each other to stand out.

Regional Symposium on Heroin/Opiates Addiction is Wednesday

Southeast Wisconsin Regional Heroin/Opiates Symposium will be held on Wednesday, June 4.

Barrett Blasts Suburbs on Low-Income Housing

Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee counties “systematically” keep out poor people, mayor charges.

County Board Committee Approves Implementation of Express Route

The Milwaukee County Board's Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee today authorized a proposed temporary express route to extend existing transit services from Milwaukee County to Waukesha County and back to increase access to areas of employment during the Zoo Interchange reconstruction and expansion project.

WDA Foundation awards more than $53,000 to 22 dental health programs

The Wisconsin Dental Association Foundation has announced $53,725 in grants and designated funding to 22 programs that bring oral health care to low-income Wisconsin residents and provide other dentistry-related services.

New Data: New WEDC Job Numbers Shows Massive County Disparity in Economic Development.

Many counties with high unemployment ignored by WEDC, Waukesha county largest beneficiary

Brooklyn Chamber CEO to help open new BizStarts offices

New BizForge services aiming to foster entrepreneurial growth in SE Wisconsin similar to Brooklyn

Will Waukesha Be Less Hostile to Milwaukee?

Defeat of Mayor Jeff Scrima could mean better relations between the two cities.

Greater Milwaukee community brings home another win for basic needs

Match Day 2014 raises more than $3 million for food and shelter agencies

All MPS K5 students to see their science curriculum come alive at a working farm

The grade-specific, highly-developed programs are aimed at engaging the senses and imaginations of students.