Chris Abele

Milwaukee County Parks Hosts Two “Breakfast with Santa” Events This Month

Metro Milwaukee’s Startup Investment Increases; Longtime Weaknesses Persist

DataTool offers comparisons to peer metros on indicators of innovation, entrepreneurship

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Launches Annual Turkey Give Away Donation Drive

Teen Leaders Meet and Compete to Become State Youth of the Year

Winners Receive $25,000 in Scholarships, Visit Legislators on Tuesday to Voice Views

101.7 The Truth Hosts the Truth Community Awards, Presented by Potawatomi Casino Hotel

Milwaukee County Parks Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with “We are the Change” Event

Milwaukee County Parks Hosts Two “Breakfast with Santa” Events This Weekend

One Week Away: Annual “Make a Family Smile” Thanksgiving Turkey Drive at the King Community Center

‘Unity in the Community,’ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Back to School Festival

David D. King vs Goliath

Jonathan Jackson Leaves Milwaukee Film After 16 Years

Anne Reed selected to serve as Interim CEO

Forum announces Salute to Local Government award winners

MPD Begins Installation of Bullet Resistant Glass at District Stations

Harbor District Milwaukee Announces Tia Torhorst as CEO

Lilliann Paine’s Ideas Led to a Seismic Shift in Public Health Policy in Milwaukee and Nationwide

African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin is cooking up a record year in 2021

President and CEO Ossie Kendrix Jr. excels from afar with virtual leadership

The African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Raises $1 Million for the Legacy Campaign

A Donation from American Family Completes the Campaign

Future for large numbers of Milwaukee students made brighter by key partners

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 3, 2020

Chris Abele Donates $500,000 and Anonymous Alumnus Gives $125,000 to Support MATC’s Free-Tuition Promise Programs

Abele Touts the MATC Promise as a Critical Program for Addressing Milwaukee’s Equity Gaps

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board Approval of Diverse Group to Lead Key County Departments

Milwaukee County receives $144,400 state grant to support office renovation for the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin

WEDC investment to help fund the development of the new Legacy Co-Working and Innovation Space

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Milwaukee County Audit Committee’s Approval of Jeffery Roman’s Appointment as Director of the Office on African-American Affairs

Running Rebels Community Organization’s Virtual EPIC Evening Celebrating 40 Years of Serving the Community

MATC Announces New Board Appointments and Officers

County Executive David Crowley names Guy Smith for Parks Director

Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements

Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón

WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson releases statement on federal government commitment of $40.9 million in U.S. Department of Transportation funds to Milwaukee’s East West Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Program

Milwaukee County Passes Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes

Milwaukee County leaders commit to eliminating institutional racism by addressing County polices, practices and power structures through a racial equity lens

Milwaukee lakefront fireworks cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic

Decision announced today by partners American Family Insurance, Milwaukee Brewers, T&M Partners and Milwaukee County

Marcelia Nicholson Elected Chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

Sebring Calls for End to Closure of Businesses

Statement from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Clerk George Christenson on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling

Milwaukee County Officials Order All Municipal Polling Places Closed

County Officials Implement Gov's Order to Protect Public Health

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Applauds Evers’ Call to Stop In-person Voting

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

Eleven Milwaukee County Municipalities Restrict Food and Beverage Sales in Latest Effort to Protect Public Health

Emergency Order goes into effect Tuesday, March 17

Milwaukee County Updates Regarding COVID-19

Milwaukee County Updates Regarding COVID-19

Milwaukee County Parks and the Zoo will close effective this weekend until further notice

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Issues Proclamation About COVID-19

Administrative Orders will be implemented around paid leave and travel to provide employees with a financial safety net and to prioritize the health and safety of residents served by Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division Receives $1.2 Million Grant from Bureau of Justice Assistance to Reduce Offender Opioid Overdose Deaths

Funding to enhance overdose treatment and recovery programming

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes

Leadership commits to eliminating institutional racism by changing County policies, practices and power structures

Traveling Beer Garden 2020 Dates & Locations Announced

MTEA Endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive

Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2020 State of the City Speech

Potawatomi Hotel Casino, February 10, 2020 As Prepared for Delivery

Milwaukee County Launches Pilot Program to Expand Accessibility for MCTS Riders

Aira app helps MCTS riders who are blind or low vision navigate the more than 5,000 bus stops in Milwaukee County

The African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Announces $300,000 Donation to Complete the Legacy Co-Working and Innovation Space

Philanthropist Chris Abele's generous donation to the Legacy Campaign will support a workspace and programmatic resources for Chamber members and entrepreneurs

Summerfest Marketplace Officially Opens at MKE

New store features Wisconsin apparel, accessories, décor, and Summerfest merchandise.

UW–Madison UniverCity Year program to partner with seven counties and villages

United Airlines Announces New Daily Nonstop Service Between Milwaukee and San Francisco

Daily summer service between the Brew City and the City by the Bay begins June 4, 2020

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport Becomes Premier Partner of Milwaukee Art Museum

Partnership highlights the long working relationship between the organizations.

Milwaukee County Announces Major Reforms in the Register of Deeds Office

Milwaukee County Register of Deeds office expects annual cost savings of $150,000

American Federation of Teachers Local 212 COPE Endorses Chris Larson

Alaska Airlines Doubles Milwaukee-Seattle Flights

Increases daily flights from one to two for summer 2020

Milwaukee County Parks Announces Initial Funding for Milwaukee Parks Foundation

More than $350,000 in initial gifts will support programming, infrastructure projects and long-term multi-park improvement campaigns that focus on racial equity across Milwaukee County

Lipscomb Statement on Lack of Vetoes in 2020 County Budget

"Today’s update from the County Executive’s Office that he will not issue any budget vetoes continues the cooperation between the legislative and executive branches during the 2020 budget process..."

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Signs 2020 budget

Prioritizing investments for residents and communities most in need were cornerstones of the balanced budget as County leaders unite to pursue new revenue sources

Marquette University to cohost social justice summit with NŌ STUDIOS

The summit will feature a variety of activists, artists, authors and academics converging to discuss the lived experience of disenfranchisement and offer solutions to some of the most pressing social justice issues affecting us locally, nationally and internationally.

It’s time we rethink County government

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 11, 2019

Alderman Cavalier Johnson on Running for Milwaukee County Executive

I believe that my focus should remain on the work at hand in City Hall at this time.

MCTS Has Highest-Rated Transit Tracking and Ticketing App in North America

In less than two years, the app has been downloaded more than 100,000 times, received thousands of positive reviews and achieved an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in the iOS App Store.

Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy Announces Campaign for Milwaukee County Executive

"My executive experience and record of bringing people together to create effective solutions makes me the strongest candidate for Milwaukee County Executive."

Film Fans Turn Out in Record Numbers for 2019 Milwaukee Film Festival

Audience award winners include documentaries on Toni Morrison, Molly Ivins

Lipscomb Amendment Restores Services and Invests in County Facilities, Workers

"I want to thank my colleagues on the Board of Supervisors for working with me to restore critical public services, preserve our facilities, and invest in our county employees."

Milwaukee Film Doubles Cash Support for Brico Forward Fund Winners

Global filmmakers and local champions recognized at annual Filmmaker Awards Brunch

Chose MKE to Add Flights, Jobs, and Millions of $$$ to our Hometown

Results of the Airport’s recent economic impact study show that if Milwaukeeans choose MKE over a Chicago airport, we could add new flights, hundreds of new jobs and more than $200 million annually to Wisconsin’s economy.

Senator Lena Taylor Response on Chris Abele not seeking re-election

"It is flattering to hear people mention my name as a candidate for County Executive; however, I am laser-focused on fighting for the people of the City of Milwaukee."

Statement from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele

"After nine years in a job I love, I have decided not to run for re-election."

Milwaukee County Announces New Investments in Homeless Prevention Services in the 2020 Budget

$250,000 investment in the Housing First Initiative will support prevention programming

Sup. Dimitrijevic Announces Plans to Expand South Shore Terrace Beer Garden

"Thank you to County Executive Abele for including the funding needed to start the process of expanding the successful South Shore beer garden in my district."

Milwaukee County Announces Transition to Electronic Monitoring

Proposal calls for the safe reduction of the incarcerated population by enabling individuals in the justice system to maintain employment and connection to community

Park’s ‘Maptacular’ art project returns for second season

This year’s unique maps, which were revealed at a gallery night at the Mitchell Park Domes on Thursday night.

New Food and Beverage Options for MKE Travelers

Cousins Subs and Starbucks open in Concourse C

Alderman Donovan urges GOP legislative leaders to use caution on sales tax ask

Media alert and letter from Alderman Bob Donovan

Milwaukee County Announces $4 Million Grant to Support Young Adults Experiencing Mental Health Diagnoses

Federal grant will support DHHS Behavior Health Division’s Wraparound Milwaukee program to connect young adults to employment, education and housing opportunities

Milwaukee Area Elected Officials and Community Leaders Propose a New Revenue Solution to Invest in our Communities

An unprecedented partnership will move forward to pursue new revenue solutions that provide property tax relief to residents through a local option sales tax

An Open Letter From County Executive Chris Abele to ATU Leadership

This contract provides a 2 percent raise upon contract signing, with another 1.1 percent raise on April 1, 2020.

ATU Local 998 Challenges MCTS 2020 ‘Budget Hole’ Projection

Preliminary investigation points to millions of over projected MCTS operating expenses since 2015

Chris Abele Donates $100,000 to Adams Garden Park As Challenge Grant to Close the Gap

Adams Garden Park is the latest endeavor for Larry and Sharon Adams, the retired Co-Founders of Walnut Way Conservation Corp., whose work was highlighted recently on the CBS Morning Show.

Milwaukee County Announces Upcoming Budget Public Engagement Sessions

Four sessions in partnership with Milwaukee County Supervisors provide forum for residents to share priorities and weigh in on new revenue options

NO STUDIOS to Hose Medusa Jr Produced by and Featuring 8 Year Old Gabriella Mancuso

A theatrical performance starring local young female actors depicting the young lives of pioneering women, with three performance dates: August 23rd, 24th, 25th

Milwaukee Film Expands Festival Footprint

Cedarburg and the Third Ward Neighborhoods Added. Rivoli Theatre and Broadway Theatre Center Join as New Film Venues

‘MCTS Excellence’ Video Series Honored with Prestigious National Award

MCTS Excellence began in late 2016 as a video series posted on the company’s website and official social media accounts.

Milwaukee County Officials Remind Residents to Take Precautions During the Hot Weather

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for south central and southeast Wisconsin from 12:00PM on July 18 through 11:00PM on July 19

Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act

Interactive online tool challenges users to close Milwaukee County’s projected $28 million budget gap using existing and capped revenue options

One Year Out: Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Releases Video to Mark Countdown to Democratic National Convention

Video highlights diverse city undergoing economic transformation

Way To Go, County Board!

For too long, workers and community members have been shut out of the MCTS leadership.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and The Department of Health and Human Services Announce New Approach for Youth Justice Reform

Milwaukee County’s submission for State funding proposes a transformative approach to youth justice by developing a continuum of responsive services, including residential setting development

NO STUDIOS Presents Inaugural Dance Fest July 19-20

Two-day event to feature dancers from New York-based Ailey II, Joined by Six Milwaukee Area Dance Companies, Performing together for the first time.

NO STUDIOS Presents Inaugural Dance Fest July 19-20

Two-day event to feature dancers from New York-based Ailey II, Joined by Six Milwaukee Area Dance Companies, Performing together for the first time.

County Board Honors Seven MCTS Bus Drivers for Finding Lost, Missing Children

Several other MCTS Drivers and Transit Security Officers have also come to the aid of lost or missing children over the years.

Gay High Schooler Denied a Valedictory Speech Will Join Victory Fund at World Pride in New York City

Victory Fund Board Chair Chris Abele will pay all expenses for Nat Werth to attend World Pride as well as Victory Institute’s Candidate & Campaign Training

County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and Festival Pro LLC Announce the Return of China Lights

Chinese Lantern Festival will return to Boerner Botanical Gardens from September 13 – October 20

County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and The Ability Center Announce Plans to Make Bradford Beach Accessible

“By ensuring Bradford Beach is accessible to all Milwaukee County residents, we are working towards making our community assets a convenient and viable choice for people with disabilities.”

Materials Salvaged From Lake Drive Mansion To Help Local Families In Need

“Our team is ensuring these items stay out of local landfills and rather go on to live a second life.”

Six State Legislative Democrats endorse Chris Abele for re-election

Abele earns support from more legislative Democrats than during his successful 2016 campaign

2019 Milwaukee Film Festival Ticket Packages and Passes on Sale This Week

Through Aug. 1, Festival passes, 6-packs and new 10-packs boast the biggest discount of the season, with Milwaukee Film Members earning an additional discount as part of their benefits.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Unanimous County Board Vote to Support Healthy Birth Outcomes

"I commend Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic for her leadership in providing doulas to expecting mothers,.."

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Signs Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis

"Racism is a public health crisis, and we have a moral imperative to put our indifference aside in the face of injustice."

Abele Campaign Announces Campaign Co-Chairs

Endorsements demonstrate strength, diversity of support for Abele’s re-election

County Executive Chris Abele announces re-election campaign

Abele prioritizes addressing racial disparities, healthy communities, and funding for Milwaukee County in next term