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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
Airport Begins New International Terminal Project
Airport will begin demolition of old concourse in coming weeks.
Sep 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Bus Wrap
New Hispanic Heritage bus went into service Monday.
Sep 15th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor
Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'
Sep 15th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
How to Apply for Flood-Related Disaster Relief
President recently approved $29.8 million for individual assistance.
Sep 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Courthouse Navigator Service Returning Despite DOGE Shutdown
Justice system partners find funding solution.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Flood Damage Rises As Community Waits For President Trump to Help
County's costs climb to $54 million. Will Trump approve federal disaster relief?
Sep 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Launches Campaign for Governor
'My story is Wisconsin's story,' County Executive David Crowley declares.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Democrat Splits from Caucus After Tensions Boil Over
State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez abandons party after arguments, allegations.
Sep 5th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
MCTS Wins Grants For New Buses
$8 million in federal-state funds will also pay for traffic signal optimization projects on two key streets.
Sep 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Test Messages In La Crosse
Six candidates, including two for governor, appear at corn roast. How did their messages vary?
Sep 1st, 2025 by Steven Walters
Vance Talks Urban Crime, Migrant Health Care In La Crosse Visit
Dems use Pfaff's annual corn roast to to preemptively respond, campaign.
Aug 30th, 2025 by Henry Redman
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.
Aug 29th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
State Funding Indirectly Supporting New Courthouse Project
Latest cost estimate is $490 million. County could start borrowing for it as soon as 2027.
Aug 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Plans to Move Kelly Senior Center
Moving from Warnimont Park to The Heritage building in South Milwaukee.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Gov. Evers Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration
FEMA finished preliminary assessment, Evers makes formal plea to Trump.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Local Businesses Awarded $100,000 in Grants
10 small businesses helped by new county economic development program.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Suffered Serious Flood Damage
Dozens of sites damaged. County Executive Crowley repeats call for federal assistance.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods
Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates
How many candidates will run? The list looks long.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Steven Walters
FEMA Surveys Milwaukee Area Storm Damage
Preliminary damage assessment teams were on Milwaukee's north side on Thursday
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Future Unclear for Senior Centers
Crowley and board at odds; he wants to pause all repairs until long-term plan decided.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday
More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment
More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency
Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brewers Beer Vendor Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
Ryan Strnad will run as Democrat, pushing support for unions, working class.
Aug 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Baldwin Calls for Federal Disaster Relief for Wisconsin
After tour with mayor and county exec, she cites widespread damage.
Aug 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Asking For Citizens To Help With Push For Federal Flood Aid
It reports more than $20 million in damage to its own property.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers, Crowley Tour Water-Damaged Areas
Individuals with damage need to report it by calling 211 for state to make aid claim.
Aug 13th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?
County faces extremely tight budget in 2026, zoo project a big ticket item.
Aug 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small
Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Airport, County Sue Federal Government Over Grant Terms
Trump Administration trying to force political agenda on local governments through grant programs.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Tommy Thompson for Governor?
'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'
Aug 6th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Funding For Same-Day Paratransit Running Out
MCTS won't include funds for Transit Plus Same Day Pilot in 2026 budget.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Approves $30 Million for Domes
County will start funding Mitchell Park Domes redevelopment in 2026 budget.
Jul 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race
A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
