Chris Abele

Contribution to Andrea Pratt of $770

Contribution to Andrea Pratt of $770

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $816

Contribution to Jason Fields of $6,000

Contribution to Patricia Najera of $794

Contribution to JoCasta Zamarripa of $792

Lipscomb Calls for Fair Deal with Madison to Solve Fiscal Challenges

State aid to Milwaukee County has remained essentially flat in recent years despite the fact that the county sends $400 million more in tax revenue to Madison.

Lyft, MCTS, Bublr Bikes and Zipcar Challenge Milwaukee Residents to Ditch Their Car for 30 Days

This program will offer over $500 of transportation credits to Milwaukee residents who give up their cars from October 8 to November 6.

Over $800,000 in New and Increased Sponsorship Raised for 10th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival

The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation and The Yabuki Family Foundation join 31 new sponsors. This is the largest increase in cash and in-kind support in the organization’s history.

ALL DAY TOMORROW – Free Bus Rides, Free Stickers and Free Admission

Take Your Kid on the Bus Day: Saturday, September 22, 2018

County Moving Auction of Foreclosed Properties Online

"Switching to an online auctions allows greater access for ordinary citizens who want to purchase a home in Milwaukee County."

Project Rise: How Milwaukee County Is Rewriting Futures with an Innovative Youth Justice Model

Using a community-based, evidence-driven approach, Milwaukee County seeks to change lives and build community through its approach to youth justice

Cream City Cinema Showcases Region’s Diverse Filmmaking Talent

HBO presents new Cream City Cinema Emerging Voices Award to accelerate a local filmmaker’s career

Should County Go Into Hemp Business?

Facing huge budget problems, supervisors push for county to grow and sell hemp.

World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival Opening at Boerner Botanical Gardens on Sept. 21

Spectacular event brings together Milwaukee County residents, visitors for an awe-inspiring show

Big Stars, Oscar Winners, and Locals Enter the Spotlight at 10th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival

Sundance & SXSW Festival Favorite, directed by Milwaukee native, selected for Opening Night. Filmmakers are scheduled to attend Opening Night, Centerpiece, and Closing Night films

County Receives $2 Million Grant for Lake Park Bridge

State TAP grant will enable Milwaukee County to complete Ravine Road Bridge project and reopen bridge, road for public use

Federal Grant Funds to Assist Milwaukee County in Connecting 40 Families with Stable Housing

HUD increases Section 8 voucher funding by more than $250,000

Cine Sin Fronteras Line-Up Marked by Themes of History and Celebration

Birds of Passage, Colombia’s Foreign Language Oscar selection, to be featured

Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance and Northwestern Mutual Partner to Spotlight Growing Industries

Northwestern Mutual will be investing in the local area filmmaking economy by tapping members of the MFA to develop videos that highlight the Milwaukee area’s growing and vibrant tech industry.

No Studios Launches Oct. 12–14 With New Tenants, General Manager and Membership Model

Special Advance Screening of Universal Pictures’ NIGHT SCHOOL for new members

10th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival Boasts Three New Program Categories

Six films are slated to make their world premieres at the festival this fall

Must Democrats Have a Unified Message?

So claims a NYT story. But the party generally fares better by allowing differing views.

Did Abele, Newspaper Cover Up Schmidt Pension?

Decisions by county exec, Journal Sentinel, suppressed news of his lucrative pension.

Sen. Chris Larson & Rep. Jonathan Brostoff Endorse Tom Palzewicz for Congress

Legislators say Tom will be a strong advocate for Southeastern Wisconsin and a supporter of progressive values

Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower

Construction has reached its peak on second tower of casino hotel.

Dane County Property Value Tops Milwaukee

For first time Dane bests Milwaukee in total county property value, study shows

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

23 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?

Unions Go Big for Mahlon Mitchell

No candidate got more from outside groups, who spent $412,300 on Democratic candidate for governor.

Schmidt’s Pension An Issue for Deputies

Co-workers know he’s getting $1 million pension, say issue is divisive for department.

Milwaukee Motorcycle Film Festival Welcomes Harley-Davidson Motor Co™

Milwaukee Film celebrates the Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary through film

Oriental Theatre to Host World Premiere of Definitive Betty White Documentary

Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, coming soon

New Patisserie For Walker’s Point

Plus: new south side Pita Palace and new Peruvian food truck, Triciclo Peru.

This Is It! Celebrates 50th Birthday

State's oldest LGBT+ bar celebrates a half century in business with weekend party.

AG Race Attracts $1.3 Million in Six Months

Challenger Kaul raised nearly as much as incumbent Schimel in first half of 2018.

2018 Brico Forward Fund Application Now Open

The deadline to apply is 11:59pm on Sunday, September 9, 2018 and winners will be announced during the 2018 Milwaukee Film Festival.

RZA: Live From the 36th Chamber

Milwaukee Film members can purchase tickets for $36 beginning Wednesday, July 18 at 9AM

Talks May Start on Bus to Foxconn

Lipscomb offers road map for bus connecting workers from Milwaukee at press conference.

Make Change With Spare Change: New Donation Boxes at Airport to Help Fight Homelessness in Milwaukee County

County Executive Chris Abele introduces new donation boxes at Mitchell Airport, where travelers can donate to support Milwaukee County's Housing First endowment

County Partnership in Addressing Homelessness Wins National Award

Thurgood Marshall Apartments one of four programs recognized by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for creating healthier home environments

The House of City Insiders

Former city tax assessor Julie Penman and streetcar consultant Jeff Bentoff live here.

Milwaukee County Mental Health Board welcomes former administrator of Behavioral Health Division and licensed clinical psychologist to its board

Kathleen Eilers, RN MSN and Dr. Sheri Johnson to guide expansion of community-based resources

Symphony Breaks Ground on New Hall

$89 million music hall means "rebirth of a neighborhood" and "rebirth of the symphony."

Urban Milwaukee Celebrates 10th Birthday

Crowd packs Pabst Brewery & Taproom for publication's 10th anniversary.

Foxconn’s North American Headquarters Opening Downtown

Local officials celebrate at press conference, but will unemployed residents win jobs?

Foxconn Designates Downtown Milwaukee Building As North American Corporate Headquarters

Building Located at 611 E. Wisconsin Ave. Will Undergo Renovation, House More Than 500 Employees and Serve as Foxconn Innovation Center

MCTS Adding Art to Bus Shelters

County transit system's glass shelters receiving graphic art installations.

Abele Thanks County Board Committee and Chairman for Unanimous Support of Guy Smith

Parks, Energy and Environment Committee votes 5-0 in favor of confirming acting head of Milwaukee County Parks Department

Could Foxconn Build Plants Elsewhere in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin Valley director hints at possibility of fulfilling 13,000 jobs pledge at sites outside of Racine and Milwaukee.

2018 PrideFest

Our photos capture the love and color of the 31st annual PrideFest.

Chinese Lantern Festival to Return to Milwaukee, Sept. 21–Oct. 21

China Lights: Panda-mania will feature several panda-habitat lantern displays among the three-foot to three-story handmade exhibits illuminating the nine-acre botanical gardens

Abele Appoints Guy Smith to Lead Parks

Smith, a 14-year veteran of Milwaukee County Parks, has been serving as interim director; brings leadership, experience and passion to the County

Abele Thanks County Board Committee and Chairman for Unanimous Support of Donna Brown-Martin

Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee votes 5-0 in favor of confirming acting head of Milwaukee County Department of Transportation

MCTS Starts Service to IKEA on Sunday

The new service to IKEA is one of numerous transit service improvements going into effect on Sunday.

County Board Votes to Implement Eviction Reduction Plan

"In Milwaukee County we are moving beyond talk and into real action to confront the eviction crisis head on."

Mary Jo Meyers Receives Unanimous Approval from County Board to Head Department of Health and Human Services

County Executive Chris Abele thanks the board for its support and thanks Meyers for her continued service and leadership

A State MPS Reform Proposal. Again

Scott Walker joins a list of governors and others who’ve proposed reforms.

Celebrate the Removal of the Estabrook Dam

Please join us for an evening by the river and across from the former dam site.

Bright Cellars Raises $2.8 Million in Latest Round of Funding

Since completing the gener8tor accelerator program in 2015, Bright Cellars’ subscriber base has grown to more than 22,000 members.

Abele Thanks County Board Committee and Chairman for Unanimous Support of Mary Jo Meyers

Health and Human Needs Committee votes 5-0 in favor of confirming acting head of County Department of Health and Human Services

County Board Committee Recommends Proposal for Donation Containers at Airport to Fight Homelessness

County Exec. Chris Abele thanks Sup. Marcelia Nicholson and Economic and Community Development Committee for supporting ordinance change to aid in efforts to support housing-first initiatives

Abele Appoints Brown-Martin to Lead Transportation

Brown-Martin served for 25 years with the State of Wisconsin, will take the helm at Milwaukee County Department of Transportation on June 4

Friends of the Domes Receive $2 Million Bequest

These funds will be added to the Friends of the Domes endowment.

MKE Film Starts Oriental Theatre Prep Work

First phase is all about the big necessity.

MSOE Breaks Ground on Educational Center

Science hall centering on artificial intelligence will be used by all students.

Meet the State’s Top 100 Political Donors

Led by Diane Hendricks (GOP) and Chris Abele (Democrat); who are the other 98?

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Celebrates Season Opening of South Shore Terrace

The South Shore Terrace is located in a renovated 1930's era boathouse in South Shore Park.

South Shore Terrace Seeking to Kickstart Spring with Grand Opening on April 18

Those who are brave enough to attend will be among the first to experience new menu items available at the beer garden

Earth Day forum with Spencer Black

The forum will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, April 21, in the Firefly Room of the Wauwatosa Public Library.

Supervisor Taylor Congratulates Speaker Ryan for his Leadership

Shares Ryan's Concerns about Divisions Wrought by Identity Politics

More Good News for the Sherman Phoenix

New project in Sherman Park gains another grant. Abele predicts success.

Milwaukee County receives $250,000 state grant to support The Sherman Phoenix entrepreneurial hub

20 businesses will occupy former bank building in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

“Money Isn’t Everything” — Working Families Party Candidates Win Big in Milwaukee; Racine Elections

Winning Shea campaign outspent by Leadership MKE PAC nearly 10-1; pulls off upset

Citizen Action Condemns Dark Money Distortion of Milwaukee County Elections

Demands group “cease and desist” using Citizen Action logo and name

Abele’s $1 Million Power Play

His LeadershipMKE group muddies the waters for April election.

Screnock Outspending Dallet in Court Race

Together two candidates’ campaigns spending $1.2 million

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Names New Director of Communications

Wauwatosa native most recently served as Communications Director for the NBA Oklahoma City Thunder

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Honors Milwaukee Architect Donald Grieb

Mitchell Park Domes Among His Contributions

GOP Far Outspends Democrats on 527 Groups

Republicans raised $2.8 million, Democrats $1.7 million in 2017.

Milwaukee County Executive Abele Proposes Restrictions on Pension Payments to Former County Employees Convicted of Felonies

Amendment to County ordinances is requested in wake of recent arrests.

Milwaukee Film Cluster Could Be a Star

New effort is a classic example of reinventing the Rust Belt.

The Unlimited Cash Campaign Groups

527 groups can spend freely, led by MMAC, Chris Abele and Potawatomi.

Huge Historic Redo for North Avenue

Redeveloping 20,000-square-foot buildings that housed G. Daddy’s and Hotel Foster.

Milwaukee Film Hires Sara Meaney to New Chief Marketing Officer Role

Organization appoints four new board members, including chancellor of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Mark Mone, and president of Marquette University, Michael Lovell

John Ridley Opening Movie Studio

Oscar-winning, Milwaukee-born movie maker aims to transform city's film scene.

Milwaukee County provides $1M to residents for energy bills payments this March

Energy Assistance Program offers additional funds to help residents avoid utility disconnection

Bill To Expand Abele’s Power Dies

Too much opposition from many state groups.

Haas Calls for Renewed Search for Parks Director

Supports Sullivan for Director of Child Support

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Congratulates County Staff on Awards

"I am incredibly proud of the team I get to work with here at Milwaukee County."

Supervisor Anthony Staskunas Opposes Paid Parking in County Parks

"We certainly need innovative ideas for generating new revenue, but we shouldn't be creating obstacles for all people to enjoy our public parks."

Lipscomb Reaffirms Wisconsin’s Good Government Values

Asks Legislators to Reject Bill that Would Undo Checks and Balances

County Executive Abele Proposes Elimination of “Pay to Park” Program

You spoke, County Executive Abele listened

Residents Jeer Pay-to-Park Plan

Abele sympathizes but says county must get revenue from somewhere.

Foxconn HQ In Downtown Milwaukee

Company building Racine area plant coming here to attract talent, grow new business line.

Leadership MKE Launches Campaign Around Spring Elections

George Aldrich, a lifelong resident of Milwaukee County and veteran of numerous Democratic campaigns, will lead the organization as Executive Director.

Supervisor Schmitt Denounces Abele’s Power Grab in Madison

"We've seen this kind of legislation before, and each time the result was more power for County Executive Chris Abele"

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Joe Lamers to Serve as Budget Director

Lamers, a Wisconsin native and UW-Milwaukee graduate, will begin his role at Milwaukee County on February 12th.

Why Can’t MPS Improve Results?

Perhaps because our leaders ignore data on which schools work.

Lipscomb Offers Solutions to Avoid Bus Route Cuts

Questions Abele's Transit Cuts in Light of $2.75 Million Transit Surplus

County Executive Abele Announces Fix to Avoid MCTS Route Cuts

Abele is directing MCTS to use a one-time projected surplus to fund the routes for the remainder of 2018.

Parks Should Be Free For All People

Why Abele’s pay-to-park-plan for county parks should be opposed.

Oppose the Pay-to-Park Plan!

County plan would charge $3.50 per hour to park in 76 parks and parkways.

County Executive Abele Promotes Mary Jo Meyers to Serve as Director of Health and Human Services

Meyers, a 33 year County employee, Will Continue County’s Successful Efforts on Collaborative, Community-Based, Trauma-Informed Care

Republican Bill Limits Wheel Tax

Local wheel taxes increased 73% in 2017; bill requires referendum approval.

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $834

Contribution to David Crowley of $1,000

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $770

Contribution to Josh Zepnick of $750

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $826