Content referencing Anne O’Connor
How Does Milwaukee County Use AI?
At least one county supervisor would like to know.
Feb 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Board Passes Ordinance Focused on Keeping ICE Out of Parks
Ordinance restricting "law enforcement staging" intended to keep ICE out of parks.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Tentatively Approve Suspicious Health Contract
Crowley administration pushes approval though not sure of financial details and employee who oversaw contract was fired.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
‘Red Flags’ Abound in Suspicious $450 Million County Health Contract
Board members blindsided by massive contract. Attorneys warn of 'catastrophic risk.'
Jan 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Wants To Freeze ICE Out of Parks
Supervisors draft vague "law enforcement ordinance."
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Nearly All County Supervisors Running Unopposed
15 of 17 incumbents have no opponent in spring election.
Jan 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
McGovern Closed, More Senior Centers Next?
County needs millions more annually just for maintenance of the 5 centers.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Back Data Center Rules
County committee unanimously supports state legislation to regulate data centers.
Dec 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Leaders Celebrate Affordable Housing in Whitefish Bay
Building is first publicly-financed affordable housing project in Whitefish Bay history.
Nov 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Finds Funding For Emergency Food Assistance
Board also declares "Food Apartheid" a public health emergency.
Nov 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Use Parliamentary Moves To Save MCTS
But proposal might only make budget deficit larger in 2027.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Trying To Reverse Crowley’s Budget Cuts
Procedural move would provide board with revenue to craft amendment.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Will County Hike Wheel Tax to Fund Buses?
Facing deep transit cuts, some supervisors consider raising 'extremely unpopular tax.'
Oct 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Budget Cuts Hit Mental Health, Substance Abuse Services
County budget deficit and declining Medicaid enrollment drive spending cuts.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Corporate Mergers Cost Taxpayers
Security company mergers leave county with nowhere to turn.
Sep 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
New Solar Project Reduces County’s Carbon Footprint
County officials tour modest renewable energy investment as Trump administration attacks wind, solar.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Arts Funding Approved, But Future Fight Likely
Supervisors struggle with lack of arts funding and desire to make everyone happy.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Support Marcus Center Funding Deal
Decade-long plan for self sufficiency extended. Will it work?
Sep 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Support Balloon Release Ban
Not just an environmental issue, balloons pose a second, more immediate risk.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Arts Funding Plan Leaves No One Happy
Will County Board release funding?
Sep 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Waffle on Marcus Center
Will they support one final funding deal for county-owned downtown arts center?
Jul 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Budget Deficit Bigger Than Previously Reported
Planned service cuts will only get the deficit to $10.9 million.
Jul 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
A Tale of Two Museums
Villa Terrace doing well. Charles Allis continues to falter.
Jul 13th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Rip EV Chargers in Parks
Supervisors echo criticism from Common Council members.
Jul 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal
But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Board Rejects McGovern Senior Center Project
Controversial project would have involved private housing on public land, but was viewed as only option to save center.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Concerned About Facial Recognition Technology
Six supervisors support county policy with strict limits on use of technology.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Board Shows Support For Affordable Housing Listing
County will partner with local startup on online rental listings.
May 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Push Sustainable Building Designs
Proposed standards would help county hit net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
May 13th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
County Executive Signs Zero Carbon Emissions Plan
Plan for county government carbon neutrality by 2050 was 4 years in the making.
Apr 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Senior Center Housing on Parkland Faces Pushback
County running out of options for dilapidated senior centers.
Apr 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Releases Plan To Make County Carbon Neutral By 2050
Twenty-five-year effort will require lots of change, but county has already made major strides.
Mar 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Rejoins Joint Climate Committee
City-County committee will oversee implementation of climate and economic equity plan.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Withdraw Sade Robinson Memorial
Supervisors pull support on behalf of family after racist messages and abuse.
Feb 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County May Rejoin City-County Climate Change Committee
Resolution calls for reconstituting committee in union with city to monitor results.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Want To Fund Brostoff-Inspired Suicide Prevention Training
Sup. Kathleen Vincent proposes funding "We Can Save Lives" tour.
Jan 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Back Sade Robinson Memorial in Warnimont Park
Six supervisors are co-sponsors; Parks department working with Robinson family.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Push To End Medicaid Suspension For Incarcerated
Anyone jailed has federal health benefits suspended, even if not convicted of a crime.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Tight Budget Forces Difficult Vote on Housing, Juvenile Justice
Sup. Shawn Rolland wants $500,000 for a housing program. But his chosen source raises concerns for administration, colleagues.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Want Climate Consultant
2025 budget seeks expansion in climate planning, work with other municipalities and hunting for federal grants.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Spikes Chair’s Plan For Reduced Bus Fares For Voting
Wide-ranging concerns raised about Marcelia Nicholson's proposal.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Extends Fresh Food Program For Impoverished Families
And still closes budget deficit. Program provides families matching funding to buy healthy food.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
City, County Will Partner To Pursue Climate Action Grants
County board resolution urges greater collaboration between the governments on climate projects.
Jul 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Will Weigh In On MPS Trouble
Six supervisors support Sup. Bielinski's resolution opposing any changes to MPS governance.
Jun 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Embrace Part-Time Roles, Schedule
Supervisors change start time of board meetings, reflecting truly part-time nature of job.
Jun 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisor Questions Jail Audit Contract
County Board will consider whether or not to release funding for audit of county jail this month.
Jun 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies
County Board unanimously approves new contract with sheriff's deputy union, but wants overtime under control.
May 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
First Majority-Women Milwaukee County Board in History Sworn In
Board chair Marcelia Nicholson hangs onto the position for a third-term.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet The New Milwaukee County Board
When the next legislative cycle begins, there will be four new supervisors.
Apr 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Anne O’Connor Running for North Shore County Board Seat
O'Connor is co-founder of Bay Bridge, an advocacy organization focused on racism and segregation.
Dec 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
