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Price for Airport’s International Terminal Has Nearly Doubled
Milwaukee Mitchell Airport now expects project will cost $95.2 million.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
State Sues Federal HHS, Sec. Kennedy Over Public Health Cuts
Wisconsin joins nearly two-dozen states suing over cuts in public health funding.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
A Final Public Meeting On Converting Stadium Freeway to Boulevard
Wednesday meeting will include 3 alternatives for rebuilding freeway.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Federal Cuts Hit Wisconsin Addiction Treatment, Public Health
Federal government pulls back on grant funding as DHHS fires thousands of employees.
Mar 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County’s Traveling Beer Garden Begins in May
Annual traveling beer garden coming to eight parks, starting May 14 at Wilson Park.
Mar 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Wants Partners For County Government
His State of The County address also takes issue with Trump funding cuts.
Mar 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Partners On Housing For Former Offenders
Reentry housing will help provide stability for those leaving CRC.
Mar 22nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary With New Buses
New buses come with a new design riffing on familiar Milwaukee icons.
Mar 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Adding Funding To Emergency Housing
$500,000 will bolster emergency homeless response.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Could Milwaukee Create a Regional Transit Authority?
Governor Evers creates pathway in biennial budget proposal.
Mar 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
See Vehicle Crash Hotspots in Milwaukee County
County updates data dashboard to show top spots for crashes.
Mar 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Faces $47 Million 2026 Budget Deficit
Comptroller report shows county short of solutions to chronic structural deficit.
Mar 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
How Deportations Will Hurt Milwaukee
Most of its growth in population and workers in last 30 years has come from immigrants.
Mar 11th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Proposes Funding for County Courthouse Project
Proposing $25 million for new $495 million courthouse operated under state mandate.
Mar 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Tours Results of Suburban Affordable Housing Policy
Crowley administration has prioritized effort as part of economic mobility strategy.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Expands Lead Abatement For Low-Income Homes
Federal funds will bolster county's lead remediation program in suburbs.
Mar 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Airport Breaks Ground On Massive Cargo Facility
$75 million facility being developed by private real estate company Crow Holdings.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Signs Street Safety Plan
Plan three years in the making receives county executive approval.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Baldwin Enlists Constituents In Fight to Save Medicaid
Constituents sharing their personal Medicaid stories can help fight cuts, she says.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Budget Good For Transit
Governor's proposals include new funding and potential grants for financially hurting MCTS.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse
He blasts MPS for violating law on police in schools while glossing over it himself.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
County Creates Easy Public Access To Overdose Data
New data portal could improve responses and aid research on opioid crisis.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Art Museum Director’s Salary Skyrockets
Compensation of more than half million per year is nearly equal with amount of county financial support, drawing supervisors' attention.
Feb 13th, 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
Advocates Push to Increase Funding For UW System
State ranks 43rd in funding, jeopardizing state's workforce and economy, civic leaders say.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Airport Traffic Soared Higher in 2024
Mitchell International traffic rises to 6.3 million passengers in 2024.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
See Inside The Unsafe County Safety Building
More than 800 incidents annually, $488 million replacement an 'absolute need,' officials say.
Feb 4th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Trump Administration Slashes Popular Transportation Grant Program by 90%, Imperiling Milwaukee Funding
Program previously funded several Milwaukee projects, including bridge repair, streets and streetcar extension.
Jan 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Design Team Selected For $500 Million Courthouse Complex
Two firms wills serve as design consultants on Safety Building replacement process.
Jan 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Trump Freezes Federal Spending Critical to Milwaukee Projects
His executive order could kill spending for major projects by city, county and airport.
Jan 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Master Lock to Close Headquarters in Oak Creek, Move Jobs to Illinois
Decision ends company’s century-long history in our community, county exec says.
Jan 27th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Milwaukee County’s Overdose Deaths Declined For Second Straight Year
Officials say harm reduction tools like Narcan and fentanyl test strips are working.
Jan 27th, 2025 by Evan Casey
AARP Recognizes Milwaukee as ‘Age-Friendly Community’
Milwaukee County's commitment to seniors draws praise, vision for even better services.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Now Have Even Less Power on Assembly Committees
They gained 10 seats in Assembly, but Vos gives them lower percentage on committees.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
6 Community Groups Get Funding For Substance Abuse Programs
County awards $600,000 in opioid settlement funds to nonprofits fighting drug abuse.
Jan 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
United Community Center Awarded Drug Company Money For Addiction Treatment
Nonprofit will use state grant for residential substance abuse facility for men.
Jan 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s Population Projected to Decline by 200,000 by 2050
But Dane County population expected to increase by 38%, state report finds.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Evan Casey
County Tightens Financial Reporting
New resolution requires stricter financial reporting from county departments.
Jan 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Hikes Funding For Jail Contractor
More funding for financially troubled company handling jail health care.
Dec 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Elected Leaders Weigh in On Reopening of Social Development Commission
Mayor Johnson calls for more transparency, Gwen Moore notes challenges it faces.
Dec 22nd, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Zoo Opens New Penguin Habitat
Project funded with $4.5 million in state and local funding.
Dec 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Executive David Crowley Is a College Graduate
He's the first Milwaukee County Executive in two decades to hold a bachelor's degree.
Dec 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Ice Skating Starts Friday at Red Arrow Park
Free 'Slice of Ice' experience will be open as long as weather allows.
Dec 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Suit Alleges Policy Decisions Led To Suicide at Community Reintegration Center
Suit alleges "deliberate indifference" to Antonio Bonaccorso's mental health struggle in advance of suicide.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Gun Violence Down 17% in Wisconsin, 20% in Milwaukee
During first 8 months of 2024. Are community intervention efforts working?
Dec 9th, 2024 by Edgar Mendez
State Taking Over County Pension System
After 87 years, all new county employees will become part of state system.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
County Opens Employee Wellness Clinics
Hoping for long-term savings as county employees get preventive health care at workplace clinics.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Sheriff’s Office Responds to Alarming Jail Audit Report
Board will take report up in December. Chairwoman Nicholson and County Executive Crowley call for collaboration on solutions.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Urban Milwaukee Now Offers Insider News Bulletins
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Nov 21st, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Meaux Park Gets New ‘Connaughton Courts’
Connaughton Foundation and Kellners fund redevelopment of six courts for popular park.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Affordable Housing At Former Bucyrus-Erie Buildings Moves Forward
$50 million redevelopment to create 141 units, with 81 affordable and 8 for veterans.
Nov 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
100 East Redevelopment Secures Key Financing Component, See Renderings
Historic redevelopment includes pool deck, 384 apartments.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Life-Saving Program Will Provide Blood Transfusions Before Ambulance Gets To Hospital
Milwaukee County is first EMS system in Wisconsin to introduce field blood transfusions.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Signs 2025 Budget Without Vetoes
Approves slightly amended $1.4 billion 2025 budget with 2.5% increase in tax levy.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Was Jonathan Brostoff Bullied?
Some Democrats point finger at Shepherd Express, others for Brostoff’s suicide.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
King Park Community Center Turkey Drive Underway
Community center raising funds to feed 3,000 families on Thanksgiving.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Three More SDC Board Members Bail
Beleaguered agency lost half its board in recent weeks.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Power to the Polls Does One Final Voter Canvass
Hundreds of volunteers knocking on doors in closing hours of presidential race.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Understanding the Loss of Jonathan Brostoff
He was someone who considered suicide as a teen and knew how important the issue was.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election
Urging participation in democratic process and noting how secure local election system is.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris
Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.
Nov 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout
State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Pickleball Courts Open at West Milwaukee Park
New courts in West Milwaukee are only second park with pickleball in county parks system.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Ribbon Cutting on New Lyons Park Playground
New southwest side playground improves accessibility for children and families.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Gun Violence Prevention Program Goes After Habitual Offenders
Based on national gun violence prevention model, program will target up to 40 frequent shooters.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Will Hire Its Own Personnel For Security
Bus system has long relied a private contractor.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Park & Ride Closures Disperse Growing Unhoused Population
Advocates, supervisors worry shuttering sites isn't solving underlying issues.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
County Budget a ‘Pleasant Surprise’, But Future Looks Rough
Annual Wisconsin Policy Forum analysis reveals county faces difficult decisions in future.
Oct 27th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
City, County Extend Funding for Eviction Prevention, Legal Aid
County and City team up to extend free legal counsel program, which has reduced need for other social services.
Oct 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
UWM Sells Mansion and Former Residence Hall, Completes Chemistry Building
University shedding off-campus properties in cost cutting moves.
Oct 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Antetokounmpo Family Awards $1 Million to Milwaukee Nonprofits
New collaboration with GE Healthcare aims to improve health outcomes for Milwaukee residents.
Oct 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
ThriveOn King Celebrates Grand Opening
Kinship Cafe, Versiti join GMF and MCW in development.
Oct 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Replacing Its Oldest Playground
And it's only happening after a special design flourish was added.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Politicians Get Close Look at Coggs Center Construction
Hard hat tour loops through several doors in building designed to have "No Wrong Door."
Oct 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
State Funding $3.9 Million Clinton Rose Senior Center Renovation
County investing in renovations that will serve more than just the senior population.
Oct 9th, 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
Biden Announces New Funds, Deadline For Lead Pipe Replacement
City praised for its effort, but now faces a 2037 deadline, with more aid promised.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Crowley Budgets $26 Million For New Buses
If approved, county would employ federal funding to help purchase 40 new buses.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
South Shore Breakwater Project Could Finish in 2025
Crowley includes funding in 2025 budget to finish $26 million sea wall project.
Oct 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Airport Expected To Match Pre-Pandemic Traffic By 2025
'We're very pleased with the increase we're seeing.'
Oct 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Has A Year To Cap Landfill It’s Struggled to Sell
DNR says action required on Greenfield property acquired via property tax foreclosure.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley’s 2025 Budget Avoids Service Cuts
With a 2.8% property tax hike and more funding for Sheriff's office, CRC and court security.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Propose Reduced Bus Fares On Election Day
Chairwoman Nicholson proposes cutting MCTS fares by up to $1 to encourage voting.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Zoo Maintains ‘Gold Standard’ Rating
It's spent millions in recent years on facility upgrades to maintain AZA accreditation.
Sep 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Coggs Center Rises
$42 million complex represents county's vision of "No Wrong Door" to access services.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
County Officials Close 2024 Budget Gap
Board approves funding package closing $19 million gap. But a new challenge awaits for 2025 budget.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Solving County’s Budget Gap Includes Study of Sheriff’s Spending
$30,000 staffing study part of resolution closing 2024 budget deficit.
Sep 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Gets Federal Funding For Buses, Roads
$29 million to help county to improve road safety, replace 13 aging buses.
Sep 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Signs Opioid Program Funding
Legislation uses funding from legal settlement to take on opioid addiction epidemic.
Sep 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Chief Judge, Sheriff At Odds On Bailiff Staffing
MCSO ends mandatory overtime in circuit courts, which threatens safety, Chief Judge says.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Strings Together Funds to Close $19 Million 2024 Budget Deficit
$3.3 million in ARPA funds, including $1 million originally allocated to affordable housing, used to close budget gap.
Sep 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes
Safety-focused overhaul will come to two-mile stretch in heart of city.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Domes Group Proposes $133 Million Repair, Redevelopment
Friends of the Domes plan to save the Domes needs $30 million from Milwaukee County.
Sep 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Tim Walz Champions Unions in Milwaukee Labor Day Appearance
The Democratic nominee for vice president delivered a rallying speech at Laborfest.
Sep 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Bipartisan Coalition, Business Leaders Support New International Terminal
County pursuing federal grant to replace shuttered concourse with new international terminal at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
Aug 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Signs Zero Traffic Deaths Policy
Adoption of policy brings county one step closer to millions in federal funding for road projects.
Aug 29th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
You Can Help Plan Trails in Milwaukee
Parks department seeks robust public input as it plans major expansion of biking-walking trails.
Aug 29th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Pension Overpayments Still Happening?
Retired sheriff's deputy notified he owes $9,000 for pension overpayments. Crowley's office says such errors are rarities in recent years.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Paratransit Taxis Launching Next Week
New service has wheelchair-accessible vehicles for persons with disabilities.
Aug 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
