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County Officials Disregard Trump’s Climate Policy

Policymakers reaffirm commitment to carbon-neutrality regardless of federal changes.

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson-Bovell Approve Legislation Upholding Milwaukee County’s Climate Commitments Amid Federal Rollbacks

Resolution reaffirms the County’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and supports scientific conclusions of the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding

Thousands Join Third Round of ‘No Kings’ Protests in Wisconsin

More than 100 demonstrations planned across the state.

How To Vote Early in Milwaukee

Milwaukee offers many options to vote early, but you'll want to check the hours.

Milwaukee County Invites Community Input on Newly Released Draft Recommendations for Future State Project

Residents Explore Development Ideas for Lisbon Avenue

Community members, developers, architects plan for Washington Park neighborhood.

Parks Starting Demolition of Pools, Buildings This Year

Parks will bulldoze assets it can't afford to maintain.

Mitten Fest Will Amp Up Milwaukee

Plus: A host of other fun options before The Big Game.

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Buys New House

Milwaukee's mayor is moving again. Learn why, and to where.

Milwaukee County and City of Milwaukee Open Additional Emergency Warming Shelter in Response to Extreme Cold

Public Favors Stadium Freeway Removal

WisDOT finds great public support for replacing much of stadium freeway with a boulevard.

Joy Engine Invests $55,000 in Eight Milwaukee Public Art Projects Designed to Spark Joy

Artists will present their projects at the nonprofit’s annual public meeting, February 9

Transit Plus Riders Join WisGo in 2026

Paratransit Riders Invited to Attend Open House Events in January

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

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

Milwaukee County to Host Second Annual Holiday Healing Summit to Support Older Adults, People with Disabilities, and Caregivers

Milwaukee County Releases Report on the Future Needs of Senior Center Facilities

McGovern Closed, More Senior Centers Next?

County needs millions more annually just for maintenance of the 5 centers.

Shuttered Hales Corner Pool Needs $600,000 in Repairs

After testing pool, Parks finds long list of problems needing repair.

Milwaukee Food Center Sees Rising Numbers

Desperation over SNAP cutoff, a 60% increase in those seeking food.

Milwaukee County Parks Completes Washington Park Lagoon Bridge Project

Residents send clear message: County needs to share plan to reopen McGovern Senior Center

Statement from Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt October 21, 2025

Chairwoman Nicholson Reflects on a Year of Progress, Policy, Community

City of Milwaukee and MPL to kick off Fall & Winter Career Fair Tour

Residents can visit various locations around the City to learn about available job opportunities

Washington Park Pool Slated For Demolition

Area supervisor, nonprofit want a different replacement than what county has planned.

Milwaukee County Provides Update on Indefinite Closure of McGovern Senior Center

McGovern Senior Center Closed Indefinitely

Mold overtakes senior center following August floods.

Derrick Cainion’s Dream Becomes Reality

Art Intersection MKE opens at 35th and Vliet.

City of Milwaukee to Host Town Hall Meeting with Adam Procell, Director of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety

Girls Rock MKE Awarded Wisconsin Arts Board Grant to Support “A Rebel Sound” Workshops

Milwaukee County Overdose Deaths Down 30% in 2024

Third year in a row of decline, but officials say there's still more work to do.

Rise Drug Free MKE Coalition Marks International Overdose Awareness Day

MANDI Award winning small business has been making the 6th District stronger

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs August 21, 2025

Parks Department May Close 4 Pools

It's also planning to permanently close all wading pools by 2035.

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2025 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

City Tries To Help Residents Recover From Devastating Rain, Flooding

Fee-free drop off centers, special pickups and suspended parking rules.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Community bands together to start recovery from historic flooding

Joint Statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II August 11, 2025

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation Announce the 18th Annual Run Back to School

Registration for this event is now open

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2026 Budget Listening Sessions

Budget listening sessions provide opportunities for public input in the upcoming budget process

Washington Park Wednesdays Presents Viva! Latin Swing July 30 Concert

Juan Mungia and Latin Swing Factor promise an evening of dance music

Washington Park Wednesdays Presents Cool School Concert Night July 23

Kal Bergendahl Project and Big Style Brass Band perform on jazz & funk night

Supervisors Rip EV Chargers in Parks

Supervisors echo criticism from Common Council members.

Washington Park Wednesdays Presents Female-focused July 9 Concert Featuring Urban Empress & The Urbanites, plus Nineteen Thirteen

Public EV Charging Plan Faces Trump Opposition, Council Concerns

'I'd cut this program if I was the federal government,' said one alderman.

MMSD Will Build Stormwater Infrastructure in Washington Park

Sewerage district partnering with county parks and Urban Ecology Center.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Planned For 5 County Parks

These parks and county zoo could receive charging stations through city program.

Milwaukee Reaches Mayor’s Protected Bike Lane Goal

Mayor Cavalier Johnson calls it a 'great start,' pledges to keep going.

City of Milwaukee Office of Community Wellness and Safety Grants $575,000 to Youth Activities Across the City

West Side Comes Alive with Music

Washington Park Neighbors & Harley-Davidson Foundation Present Make Music Day at Davidson Park

Housing Advocates Get Close Up Look At New Affordable Homes

Community Development Alliance bus tour highlights efforts across the city to increase homeownership.

Opening Dates Set For 39 Pools, Splashpads, Water Parks

Milwaukee County Parks plans to open several locations in waves.

Dominican Center Welcomes New Executive Director, Britney Roberson

Join County Executive For Bike Rides, Basketball and Zumba

David Crowley launches fourth annual Healthy County Challenge.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces 2025 Healthy County Challenge

In its fourth year, events will center around health, wellness, nature, and community

MCTS and Summerfest Announce Transit Options for 2025 Festival

Join The “Party For The Park” On May 7 To Support Washington Park Programming, Explore The New Urban Ecology Center

Gift From Herb Kohl Philanthropies Fuels Owner-Occupied Affordable Housing Efforts

Community Development Alliance leading effort to create 42 homes for early childhood educators.

Survey Finds Alarming Number of Milwaukee Homes Need Major Repairs

And one type of property owner is overwhelmingly responsible.

Watch Out For The Milwaukee Marathon

Plus: Drone racing and Spring Gallery Night.

Washington Park Wednesdays 2025 Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

A Final Public Meeting On Converting Stadium Freeway to Boulevard

Wednesday meeting will include 3 alternatives for rebuilding freeway.

City Will Demolish Former Masonic Lodge, School

Four other buildings in town will come down with century-old structure.

Eat Chili, Do Good This Weekend

Plus: MAM After Dark and a new event on W. Vliet Street.

Milwaukee County and AHA Announce Senior Centers Will Now have Blood Pressure Screen-and-Refer Hubs

Mitten Fest Returns To Bay View

Plus: Urban Ecology Center reopening its Washington Park branch.

Urban Ecology Center Reopens Washington Park Branch with Grand Reopening and Winterfest event

AARP Recognizes Milwaukee as ‘Age-Friendly Community’

Milwaukee County's commitment to seniors draws praise, vision for even better services.

6th Annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards, February 24th, 2025

WisDOT Releasing New Freeway-to-Boulevard Designs in April

State agency plans to offer three 'themes' for replacing the Stadium Freeway with a boulevard.

Romantic Works With Stunning Lake Views

Jan 12 concert at Villa Terrace presents works for piano and cello by Chopin and Rachmaninoff.

Milwaukee Creates Economic Hardship Waiver For Keeping Chickens

After budget amendment failed, Ald. Burgelis finds new way to issue free chicken coop permits.

Winterfest, JoyFest and A Christmas Tree Beer Release

Something for everyone this weekend, including at the Milwaukee Public Museum.

A Guide To Early Voting in Milwaukee

Early voting begins Tuesday and runs through Nov. 3.

How Zoning Can Grow Milwaukee

Why the city is shrinking. And how more duplexes, triplexes, townhomes and accessory dwellings could change this.

Fast Food and Convenience Store Approved For North Avenue

Power Hour Depot to sell quick meals and groceries in Washington Park neighborhood.

Commission Charts New Course for County Senior Centers

Could new senior centers be built using city's mixed-use development strategy for libraries?

Near West Side Week Returns for Fourth Annual Celebration Hosted by Near West Side Partners

Neighbors, visitors and business owners will come together Sept. 8 -14 for a weeklong celebration of Milwaukee’s Near West Side with social activities, events and free giveaways

Brew City Match Announces Lineup for Upcoming Business Crawls

Join us the first three Saturdays in September to support local businesses and experience the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Milwaukee.

‘Thou Shalt Not Forget Wisconsin,’ Haunted Democrats Declare

Hillary Clinton didn't campaign in Wisconsin and lost it. This year is a far different story.

New Buses, Courthouse Project Pushed For 2025 Budget

County committee doing early work on budget struggles to find enough funding.

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation Announce the 17th Annual Run Back to School

Registration is open for this in-person event

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

Zoological Society Raises Additional $1 Million for Rhino Project

Donation will lessen taxpayer expense for $23 million project.

Board Could Boost Illegal Dumping Fine 2,400%

Supervisor Shawn Rolland proposes raising fine from $200 to $5,000.

Supervisors Capriolo and Rolland Issue Statements on Washington Park Shooting

WisDOT to host I-94 East-West Freeway Project public meetings

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will host two public involvement meetings for the I-94 East-West Freeway Project.

MPD launches the 2024 Operation Summer Guardian

Milwaukee Police hosting Brat with a Cop Pop- up Community Engagement Series to Connect with Communit

Milwaukee to celebrate Independence Day in 2024

Tradition of City celebrations to include fireworks, family activities, and community events

UWM Students Gather Community Stories For International Exhibition on Inequality

‘Climates of Inequality’ exhibit includes voices from Milwaukee’s north-side residents.

July 3rd Fireworks Canceled

Without a sponsor, annual event is called off by Milwaukee County.

Mayor Johnson Celebrates “Wisconsin Bike Week” with Annual Bike Ride

36 Pools, Splash Pads, Water Parks Opening in 2024

Parks opening far more pools in 2024 after making waves with lifeguard hiring.

45 Sites Selected for Affordable Homes for Early Childhood Educators

Aiming to address workforce shortage and create more Black and Latino homeowners.