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Supervisors Want Audit After Health Care Fiasco
In wake of the contracting scandal, elected officials seek answers.
Feb 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
After Leak of Pinch Details, Employee in DA’s Office Resigns
Resignation in latest wrinkle in high-profile case.
Feb 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Inside the Police Report on Marty Brooks’ Alleged Pinch of José Pérez
Newly obtained report reveals recorded call, witness statements and why prosecutors closed the sexual assault case without charges.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Crowley Criticize Trump Admin Over Disaster Relief
Disaster relief request after 1000-year August storm is denied, again.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
The End of McGovern Senior Center?
Needs $1.9 million in repairs and renovations to address past and future flooding.
Feb 10th, 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
‘Lipstick on a Pig,’ Board Passes Health Contract After Process Failure
Supervisors say they had little choice but to approve a flawed health insurance agreement.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Who Screwed Up the County Health Care Contract?
Lots of blame on the county employee who was fired. But there's more to the story.
Feb 5th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Will County Financial Screwup Affect Governor’s Race?
Opponents now attacking David Crowley for his handling of the situation.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
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
Crowley Fires Contract Director Over Insurance Debacle
Director was in charge of the lapsed county health care contract that has roiled the courthouse.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
CEO Investigated For Alleged Inappropriate Touch of Milwaukee Official
Marty Brooks is alleged to have inappropriately touched another prominent Milwaukee official.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
‘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
After Trump Weighs In, Josh Schoemann Drops Out of Governor’s Race
The Washington County executive announced his decision the day after President Trump endorsed his opponent.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts
Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone
The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
US Transportation Dept Drops ICE Cooperation Requirement
Attempt to tie transportation funding to ICE cooperation falls apart in federal court.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations
How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race
Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Democrats Decry Proposed Constitutional Amendment on DEI
Blasting 'dangerous' Republican proposal that could be on ballot in November.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
96 Landlords Will Accept County Housing Vouchers
Program helps people leave street homelessness for stable housing.
Jan 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Republicans Mix Up Black Candidates for WI Governor
Post on X criticizing Mandela Barnes runs photo of David Crowley.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?
Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'
Jan 13th, 2026 by Henry Redman
County Awarded $25 Million for Road Safety Projects
Federal grant will fund 67 projects at many locations in the county.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders
From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race
It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.
Jan 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues
Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Trump Administration Has Abandoned Local Governments
It's an earthquake, with a devastating impact on so many in Milwaukee.
Dec 28th, 2025 by Sup. Jack Eckblad
County Provides Aid to Local Food Pantries
Funding approved after government shutdown disrupted federal food aid.
Dec 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority
'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Board Passes 2026 Reductions in Bus Service
MCTS cutting budget by $9.3 million. But new plan avoids ending entire routes.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
After Dugan Verdict Comes Politics and Courthouse Uncertainty
Milwaukee judge has become national symbol of clash over ICE arrests.
Dec 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026
Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
On Campaign Trail, Barnes Pushes State-Funded Universal Child Care
At Pewaukee center, parents and providers tell the Democratic hopeful that low wages and teacher shortages are closing classroom doors statewide.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor
Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin
Gov. Evers signs several bills into law.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Faces Possible Cuts in Federal Housing Funds
Could leave 170,000 in US homeless, including many in Milwaukee.
Dec 8th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026
Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.
Dec 7th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
County Names New Director of Transportation
Crowley taps budget director to lead transportation department in the wake of the transit budget scandal.
Dec 5th, 2025 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
Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor
Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
End of the Ballgame For Beer Vendor’s Bid to Be Governor
Brewers' stadium vendor Ryan Strnad drops out of race, endorses David Crowley.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Officials Call On Feds — Don’t Take Away Food Aid
SNAP pause and future cuts to it in 'One Big Beautiful Bill' hurt people, they warn.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor, County Executive Announce Winter Warming Shelters, Homeless Services
Warming shelters, meal sites and new strategies for preventing homelessness this winter.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Forge Sells for $4.6 Million
Deeply indebted Bay View company sold out of receivership last week.
Nov 18th, 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
Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor
Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.
Nov 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Crowley Signs $1.3 Billion Budget Without Vetoes
Amended budget restores some funding, but likely hikes future budget deficits.
Nov 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
How National Flight Reductions Will Impact Wisconsin Travelers
No airports in Wisconsin directly hit, but ripple effects from reductions.
Nov 9th, 2025 by Evan Casey
County Launches Lead Abatement Program
Federal funding will help remove lead from 200 homes over next three years.
Nov 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum
Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.
Nov 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Board Adopts 2026 Budget, Reduces Size of MCTS Cut
Supervisors manage to restore some cuts, but transit and human services are hard hit in 2026 budget.
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
Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race
An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Trump Administration Denies More Disaster Aid for Wisconsin
'Adding insult to injury,' Gov. Evers complains, FEMA denies mitigation grants.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City Launches Drive Ahead of Federal Cutoff of FoodShare Benefits
Donations are being accepted at more than 100 Milwaukee sites.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
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
Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?
Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.
Oct 27th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Officials Decry Denial of FEMA Assistance
Trump administration 'is sending a clear message: we do not care about you.'
Oct 27th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
County Can’t Afford Disaster Recovery
County officials were already cutting the 2026 budget when feds denied disaster aid.
Oct 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
FEMA Denies Government Disaster Assistance For Milwaukee Area
Milwaukee County alone says it has $22 million of public infrastructure costs.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisor Pushes Fare Evasion Plan, Tangles With Sheriff
Supervisor proposes funding come from with Sheriff's Office.
Oct 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis
Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?
Oct 20th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Airport Collecting Donations for Federal Workers Amid Shutdown
Airport collecting non-perishable food and personal care items for TSA and FAA employees.
Oct 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Report Says Bad Times Just Beginning For Milwaukee County
A report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum says budget cuts in 2026 likely to continue in successive years.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
Detox Center, Eviction Lawyers, Student Aid Would Be Cut In 2026
Proposed county budget would slash funding for several human services programs.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Despite Funding Increase, Sheriff Says Agency Is Left With Less
Complicated bookkeeping moves makes it hard to track what is happening with Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Groundbreaking Held for Tiny Homes for Veterans
Veterans Community Project serves veterans experiencing homelessness.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Inside Milwaukee Rep’s New Theater Center
Associated Bank Theater Center opens to great fanfare.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Emails Reveal MCTS Officials Concealed Budget Deficit From Comptroller, County Board
MCTS planned to keep elected officials in the dark about its finances.
Oct 10th, 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
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Washington Park Pool Slated For Demolition
Area supervisor, nonprofit want a different replacement than what county has planned.
Oct 4th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
FEMA Assistance Pop-Ups Coming to Milwaukee County
FEMA teams will set up short term sites to help residents apply for assistance.
Oct 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Will County Rehab Kosciuszko Community Center?
Kosciuszko Community Center renovation would advance under Crowley budget.
Oct 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
6 Bus Routes That Could Disappear in 2026
MCTS planning route cuts and modifications as it faces large annual operating deficits.
Sep 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley’s Budget Proposal Includes Service Cuts and Big Infrastructure Spending
Recommended budget pares back spending in certain areas, increases taxes to close $46.7 million deficit.
Sep 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Former State Rep. Brett Hulsey Joins Democratic Field for Governor
Husley is known for controversial behavior, including Confederate uniform outside GOP convention.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor
Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
MCTS Reaches New Labor Agreement With Union
Three-year agreement avoids union-authorized strike.
Sep 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
McGovern Senior Center Closed Indefinitely
Mold overtakes senior center following August floods.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor
Bill Berrien's decision comes days after news surfaced that he followed authors of sexually explicit essays.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Crowley Announces More Small Business Grants
10 more area businesses receive funds from county.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
County Board Chair Spends Donor Cash on Meals, Travel, Candy, Wine Bars
No other board members spend campaign money in this fashion.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Disaster Centers Will Help With Applications for Federal Funding
One center in Milwaukee, one in Wauwatosa. Deadline for applications is Nov. 12.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Selects Contractors for Courthouse
But some supervisors balk at the complex financing arrangement for project.
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Pension Backdrop Costs Hits $409 Million, Top Retiree Gets $2.5 Million
The total cost rose by $55 million since 2021, making more county workers rich.
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Caleb Rose
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
Rep. Francesca Hong Enters Race for Governor
Madison-based Assembly member and Socialist is 6th Democrat to announce.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
