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UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena Announced as New Home of Milwaukee Admirals
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UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena Announced as New Home of Milwaukee Admirals

Wisconsin Center District Board Approves Plan to Keep Hockey Franchise in Downtown Milwaukee

State Senator Chris Larson Blasts Abele for Flawed Bucks Deal
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State Senator Chris Larson Blasts Abele for Flawed Bucks Deal

“To be clear, before he walked in the room, County taxpayers were on the hook for zero extra dollars."

Traffic Changes Downtown for Nov. 10 GOP Debate
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Traffic Changes Downtown for Nov. 10 GOP Debate

Milwaukee Police are partnering with the Department of Public Works and other local stakeholders to inform the public of traffic and pedestrian impacts due to the GOP debate.

Arena district proposal to be heard Tuesday by ZND Committee
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Arena district proposal to be heard Tuesday by ZND Committee

Testimony to be heard only from principals, city officials

Zilber Ltd. & Pabst Theater Group Announce Major Public Investment
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Zilber Ltd. & Pabst Theater Group Announce Major Public Investment

New Marquee + 40-Foot Tall Vertical coming to West Wisconsin Ave

Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31
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Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31

News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Governor Walker signs Bucks arena bill into law
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Governor Walker signs Bucks arena bill into law

“The Milwaukee Bucks mean big bucks not just for Milwaukee, but for our entire state.”

Common Council ready for substantive, public review of arena proposal
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Common Council ready for substantive, public review of arena proposal

The downtown arena proposal is nearing a full review and deliberation by the Common Council.

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Arena Deal “No” Vote
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Rep. Brostoff Statement on Arena Deal “No” Vote

It is a bad deal for my neighbors in this Assembly District and for Milwaukee County.

Rep. Bowen: Statement on a new Milwaukee Bucks arena
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Rep. Bowen: Statement on a new Milwaukee Bucks arena

I couldn’t support the arena deal without reducing the $400 million financial burden on taxpayers, much of which will be paid for by Milwaukee residents.

Rep. Barnes Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Project Vote
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Project Vote

“I will continue to work to ensure that this project will be a catalytic, once-in-a-generation opportunity for the city of Milwaukee and its families.”

Sen. Taylor statement on Senate passage of Bucks arena deal
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Sen. Taylor statement on Senate passage of Bucks arena deal

"This is about more than basketball"

Senate Approves Bucks Arena Deal
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Senate Approves Bucks Arena Deal

Statement from Senator Chris Larson On Passage of Arena Deal For Milwaukee

Arena proposal to be addressed during Tuesday town hall meeting
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Arena proposal to be addressed during Tuesday town hall meeting

Alderman Robert J. Bauman will host meeting; Mayor Barrett to deliver presentation on proposal for new downtown arena

Downtown employees to enjoy week of summertime perks
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Downtown employees to enjoy week of summertime perks

Milwaukee Downtown to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week July 27 – July 31

Governor Walker announces $2.2 million in Lift Bridge Aids to four cities
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Governor Walker announces $2.2 million in Lift Bridge Aids to four cities

The Lift Bridge Aids program reimburses cities for costs associated with maintaining and operating lift bridges on highways that provide connections to the state trunk highway system.

Republican Leadership Fumbles the Ball on Arena Funding; Time for Plan B.
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Republican Leadership Fumbles the Ball on Arena Funding; Time for Plan B.

Statement from Alderman Robert J. Bauman July 2, 2015

Supervisor Weishan Calls Out County Executive on Selling Out Taxpayers
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Supervisor Weishan Calls Out County Executive on Selling Out Taxpayers

Weishan Calls Giving Away County Assets Irresponsible

Marquette joins Play It Forward Wisconsin Coalition
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Marquette joins Play It Forward Wisconsin Coalition

University underscores support for new arena, related developments

Sup. John Weishan, Jr.: Missed Opportunity for Growth with Bad Arena and Park East Plan
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Sup. John Weishan, Jr.: Missed Opportunity for Growth with Bad Arena and Park East Plan

Weishan Calls County Arena Financing Plan “Unworkable”

REALTORS® Downtown Diggs Saturday, June 6th
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REALTORS® Downtown Diggs Saturday, June 6th

The GMAR is hosting the 2015 Downtown Diggs Condo Open House on Saturday, June 6, Noon – 4 p.m.

Downtown’s summer trolley bells will toll again beginning June 4
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Downtown’s summer trolley bells will toll again beginning June 4

The service will run Thursdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., June 4 through Sept. 5.

Mandel Group offers its 1,500 residents unlimited FREE Bublr rides to demonstrate the convenience of bike sharing
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Mandel Group offers its 1,500 residents unlimited FREE Bublr rides to demonstrate the convenience of bike sharing

Since late 2014, Bublr Bikes, a Milwaukee-based not-for-profit, has launched 11 bike share stations in and around Milwaukee’s downtown.

Milwaukee Downtown Business Development Loan Pool Program Announced
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Milwaukee Downtown Business Development Loan Pool Program Announced

The Program will help revitalization efforts, increase capital investments and provide support for new and existing businesses in Business Improvement District (BID) No. 21.

No new taxes!
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No new taxes!

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 1, 2015

Westown Association joins Play It Forward Wisconsin Coalition
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Westown Association joins Play It Forward Wisconsin Coalition

Downtown Business Association shows support for the Milwaukee Bucks sports and entertainment arena

Mayor’s indecisiveness on the Downtown Arena project may cost the City of Milwaukee taxpayers millions!
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Mayor’s indecisiveness on the Downtown Arena project may cost the City of Milwaukee taxpayers millions!

Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. April 3, 2015

Brewers Line Begins Service on Opening Day
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Brewers Line Begins Service on Opening Day

Getting to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers has never been easier with the MCTS Brewers Line getting you straight to the game.

Summer Starts Today as Bublr Bikes Come out of Winter Hibernation, Ready for Riding
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Summer Starts Today as Bublr Bikes Come out of Winter Hibernation, Ready for Riding

Bublr 2015 Bike-­‐Sharing Season Starts Today With New and Cheaper Rates

Why the Small Vision For Milwaukee?
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Why the Small Vision For Milwaukee?

We have a once in a lifetime opportunity to redevelop a major portion of our great American city.

Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Welcomes National Director
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Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Welcomes National Director

Event to Discuss Recruiting, Retaining Top Talent on February 24

Why Would the State Give $220 Million to Someone Whose Company is Destroying Milwaukee Neighborhoods?
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Why Would the State Give $220 Million to Someone Whose Company is Destroying Milwaukee Neighborhoods?

Common Ground shines a light on Wesley Edens’ crumbling foreclosures

Governor Scott Walker Announces “Pay Their Way” Plan for Milwaukee Bucks Arena
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Governor Scott Walker Announces “Pay Their Way” Plan for Milwaukee Bucks Arena

Governor Scott Walker today announced a first-of-its-kind “Pay Their Way” plan to grow the economy and protect state taxpayers from the loss of current and future tax revenue generated by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Milwaukee Bucks Statement on Announcement by Gov. Scott Walker
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Milwaukee Bucks Statement on Announcement by Gov. Scott Walker

“We thank Gov. Walker for his leadership and commitment to building a transformative, multi-purpose arena that will help revitalize Milwaukee.”

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 endorses Mayor’s streetcar plan
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Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 endorses Mayor’s streetcar plan

“The Milwaukee Streetcar is a game changer for downtown.”

A big league city needs big league public transit options
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A big league city needs big league public transit options

Statement of Alderman Nik Kovac November 19, 2014

Mayor’s doubling down on streetcar more about ego than good policy, leadership
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Mayor’s doubling down on streetcar more about ego than good policy, leadership

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 19, 2014

City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line
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City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line

Plan Covers Lakefront Line, Utility Costs Without Property Tax Dollars; Operations Slated to Begin by 2018

Keep the Panther’s House Milwaukee’s Arena
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Keep the Panther’s House Milwaukee’s Arena

“This town is big enough for the both of us.”

Board Rightly Postpones Discussions on Tax for Basketball Arena
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Board Rightly Postpones Discussions on Tax for Basketball Arena

County Board Postpones Discussions on Tax for Basketball Arena

County Executive Abele Reminds People That Guns Are Not Allowed at the Courthouse
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County Executive Abele Reminds People That Guns Are Not Allowed at the Courthouse

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele wants to remind people that it is against the law to bring a gun to the Courthouse, even if you have a concealed carry license. In less than a month security officers have caught two people bringing guns into the Courthouse. In both instances the weapons were identified by security officers and sheriff’s deputies were immediately notified. “While public discussion around this issue has sometimes been confusing, let me be perfectly clear: state law does not allow people to bring weapons of any kind into the Courthouse. The specific statute is intended to keep public spaces like the Courthouse safe.  We take the law and public safety very seriously,” County Executive Abele said. According to State Statute 175.60 (http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/175/60), a licensee may not bring their weapon into “any portion of a building that is a county, state, or federal courthouse.”

History Night Fundraiser to Benefit Court of Honor Restoration
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History Night Fundraiser to Benefit Court of Honor Restoration

The Wisconsin Club will play host to a History Night Fundraiser with proceeds benefiting the restoration of the Court of Honor monuments on West Wisconsin Avenue.

MPS hosting nearly 1,000 leaders from nation’s urban school districts
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MPS hosting nearly 1,000 leaders from nation’s urban school districts

Challenges, best practices and reforms are the focuses of discussion at the Council of the Great City Schools annual conference

Successful Milwaukee Angel Investor to Keynote gener8tor Premiere Night
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Successful Milwaukee Angel Investor to Keynote gener8tor Premiere Night

Founder of Milwaukee’s First Angel Network, Jeff Rusinow, to Headline Startup Event

Equality Wins in Wisconsin
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Equality Wins in Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Immediately Issuing Same Sex Marriage Licenses

Milwaukee Downtown Names Matt Dorner as Economic Development Director
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Milwaukee Downtown Names Matt Dorner as Economic Development Director

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has hired Matt Dorner as its new Economic Development Director

BarCampMilwaukee Returns
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BarCampMilwaukee Returns

Annual unconference is back for another year.

Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center efforts should go hand-in-hand
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Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center efforts should go hand-in-hand

Alderman Witkowski news conference will call for changes in board structures

Mayor Tom Barrett and the Department of Public Works Announce New Advanced Parking Guidance System in Downtown Milwaukee
Milwaukee Host Watch and Clock Collectors – June 17-21
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Milwaukee Host Watch and Clock Collectors – June 17-21

NAWCC is expecting 1,500 attendees from across the country at its 2014 National Convention from June 17-21 at the Wisconsin Center.

Downtown launches Dining Week and Milwaukee Trolley Loop tomorrow
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Downtown launches Dining Week and Milwaukee Trolley Loop tomorrow

Signaling the start of summer, Milwaukee Downtown, Business Improvement District #21 will roll out two programs tomorrow – Downtown Dining Week and the Milwaukee Trolley Loop.

Business forum tomorrow to highlight U.S. – Indonesia opportunities
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Business forum tomorrow to highlight U.S. – Indonesia opportunities

Milwaukee will play host to a business forum tomorrow that will highlight the opportunities for investment in and trade with the Southeast Asian nation.

Downtown trolleys begin summer loop Thursday
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Downtown trolleys begin summer loop Thursday

Milwaukee Trolley Loop – Thursdays through Saturdays, June 5 – September 6, 2014

Creational Trails Announces Programming Series
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Creational Trails Announces Programming Series

Installations and programming along West Wisconsin Ave. & Beerline Trail to enact creative placemaking

2,500+ Milwaukee children set to perform together at 45th MPS’ Biennial Music Festival, celebrating 90 years of student musicians
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2,500+ Milwaukee children set to perform together at 45th MPS’ Biennial Music Festival, celebrating 90 years of student musicians

Final rehearsals begin Tuesday for Wednesday event at U.S. Cellular Arena; comes as MPS continues to increase number of art, music and physical education teachers

Common Ground Focused on Public Funding
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Common Ground Focused on Public Funding

Offer Congratulations to New Bucks Owners and Thanks for Interest in Milwaukee

Milwaukee Bucks President and Owner Herb Kohl Introduces New Team Ownership and Announces $100 Million Gift for Arena
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Milwaukee Bucks President and Owner Herb Kohl Introduces New Team Ownership and Announces $100 Million Gift for Arena

Herb Kohl, Milwaukee Bucks President and Owner, today announced that he has entered into a signed purchase agreement to transfer ownership of the Bucks to Wesley Edens and Marc Lasry.

‘Food Truck Thursdays’ Return to the Courthouse
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‘Food Truck Thursdays’ Return to the Courthouse

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele welcomes back some of the best food on wheels when Food Truck Thursday returns to the Courthouse on Thursday, April 17th.

10th Street Reopening TODAY
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10th Street Reopening TODAY

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will officially reopen 10th Street in front of the Courthouse at 3pm today.

Cesar Chavez city worker holiday proposal to be heard by Finance and Personnel Committee
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Cesar Chavez city worker holiday proposal to be heard by Finance and Personnel Committee

City employees would have the option of taking off on March 31 annually as a holiday observing the birthday of American labor and civil rights champion Cesar E. Chavez.

County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic To Hold “Coffee & Culture” Discussion March 14 at the Milwaukee Public Museum
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County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic To Hold “Coffee & Culture” Discussion March 14 at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Chat Sessions Designed to Discuss County Cultural, Recreational and Entertainment Needs

46th Annual National Black Law Students Association Convention at the Hilton 3/12-16
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
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Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address

Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery

“Sisters of Freedom” Display Showcased at the Milwaukee County Courthouse
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“Sisters of Freedom” Display Showcased at the Milwaukee County Courthouse

A unique art display honoring African American women from the 1800’s to present day will be on display on the third floor of the Milwaukee County Courthouse through the end of the month. "Sisters of Freedom", African American Women Moving Us Forward, is on loan from Mount Mary University.

Milwaukee Public Library to Host Artist Presentations Tuesday, February 4th
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Milwaukee Public Library to Host Artist Presentations Tuesday, February 4th

Four Project Finalists Will Present Public Art Concepts for New Library

All Milwaukee Public Library Locations Will Be Open Tomorrow
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All Milwaukee Public Library Locations Will Be Open Tomorrow

The Library Board of Trustees Meeting is Cancelled

Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Criticizes “Lack of Transparency” in Courthouse Fire Fund Transfer
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Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Criticizes “Lack of Transparency” in Courthouse Fire Fund Transfer

Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr., today criticized officials from the Abele administration for a “lack of transparency” about the actual costs of the Milwaukee County Courthouse fire in July, and he called on the County Board to require more answers about the costs.

County Executive Abele Celebrates the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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County Executive Abele Celebrates the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will attend a number of events Sunday and Monday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.

I-794/Hoan Bridge Project Moves to Next Phase
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I-794/Hoan Bridge Project Moves to Next Phase

Full Freeway Closure Begins Friday Night at 10PM

Ally Dance Club To Open This New Year’s Eve
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Ally Dance Club To Open This New Year’s Eve

New dance club opening.

Christmas Tree Lights Up the Courthouse
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Christmas Tree Lights Up the Courthouse

Wednesday – December 4, 2013

Planning and a Pint Series Takes on Bradley Center Debate
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Planning and a Pint Series Takes on Bradley Center Debate

Discussion at the Bradley Center will center around future of facility, and the possibility a new arena.

“Flash Mob” Comes to the Courthouse
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“Flash Mob” Comes to the Courthouse

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce the Milwaukee County Courthouse will once again host a “flash mob” to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired.

Saint James Court Historic Apartments Celebrates 110 Years & Placement on National Register of Historic Places
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Saint James Court Historic Apartments Celebrates 110 Years & Placement on National Register of Historic Places

On Tuesday, October 1st at 5pm, Alderman Robert Bauman will participate with Milwaukee historic preservation aficionados, Westown stakeholders, officials from Marquette University and building residents in celebrating Saint James Court’s 110th anniversary and placement unto the National Register of Historic Places.

Services at the Courthouse Return to Regular Hours
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Services at the Courthouse Return to Regular Hours

All public services on the first floor of the Milwaukee County Courthouse are returning to regular hours on Tuesday, July 23rd.

Downtown employees get a boost of appreciation
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Downtown employees get a boost of appreciation

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host Downtown Employee Appreciation Week July 29 – August 2

Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly
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Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly

The Milwaukee County Courthouse reopened today for most court services and, with the exception of a few hiccups, things ran smoothly.

County Board Will Continue With Scheduled Meetings Following Courthouse Fire
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County Board Will Continue With Scheduled Meetings Following Courthouse Fire

Public invited to meetings that will take place in alternate locations

Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest
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Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus!

Downtown Dining Week kicks off next Thursday
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Downtown Dining Week kicks off next Thursday

40+ dining destinations to serve meal deals June 6 – 13

Take the Shuttle to Pridefest
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Take the Shuttle to Pridefest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Pride Fest on the bus! Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to Pride Fest, held June 7-9 at Henry Maier Festival Park.

Downtown trolleys start engines tomorrow
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Downtown trolleys start engines tomorrow

Milwaukee Trolley Loop to operate Thursdays through Saturdays, May 23 – August 31, 2013

New report casts doubts on sports venues’ economic impact claims
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New report casts doubts on sports venues’ economic impact claims

Alderman Murphy believes the report will be a valuable tool in the upcoming debate over the future of Milwaukee’s BMO Harris Bradley Center.

Downtown Milwaukee: “Old World Charm, New World Class”
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Downtown Milwaukee: “Old World Charm, New World Class”

A Plan to Revitalize and Grow Milwaukee’s Downtown: Minus the Downtown Streetcar

NAACP’s One MKE town hall encourages civic engagement
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NAACP’s One MKE town hall encourages civic engagement

The One MKE Summit begins at 9:30 a.m. and continues throughout the day with workshops starting at 11:30 a.m. and dealing with a variety of issues.

County Executive Helps Celebrate Hanukkah with Menorah Lighting
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County Executive Helps Celebrate Hanukkah with Menorah Lighting

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Lubavitch of Wisconsin will celebrate the Hanukkah Menorah Lighting in the Milwaukee County Courthouse Rotunda on Monday, December 10th at 11:30am.

Free holiday fun abounds downtown with Cocoa with the Clauses and Holly Trolley rides on Dec. 8
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Free holiday fun abounds downtown with Cocoa with the Clauses and Holly Trolley rides on Dec. 8

The Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival is giving area residents more free things to do this season.

Dear MKE Film Series Debuts
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Dear MKE Film Series Debuts

Milwaukee Icons, an Unlikely Artist and an Epic, 24-Hour Bike Race Now Online at www.DearMKE.com.

Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement
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Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement

Downtown janitors today unanimously ratified a new contract agreement with the companies that clean the vast majority of Milwaukee’s large-scale commercial office buildings.

Downtown janitors reach tentative agreement on new contract
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Downtown janitors reach tentative agreement on new contract

Milwaukee’s 500 downtown janitors, represented by Service Employees International Union - Local 1, on Tuesday evening reached a tentative agreement on a new 3-year contract with the companies that clean Milwaukee’s major commercial office buildings.

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off Monday
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Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off Monday

Monday marks the start of the 7th Annual Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, July 30 – August 3.

Milwaukee Downtown names Steven Looft new Economic Development Director
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Milwaukee Downtown names Steven Looft new Economic Development Director

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has hired Steven Looft as its first Economic Development Director.

Saying Bye – to Sydney Hih
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Saying Bye – to Sydney Hih

With today’s vote by the Common Council to not reconsider the vote we took earlier this month to lift the interim historic designation for Sydney Hih, I am hopeful that we can move forward to entertain possible new development projects at and near that location.

Mayor Barrett and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chu call for renewed Clean Energy Tax Credits as Milwaukee joins the Better Buildings Challenge

Neighborhood Buildings