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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
Airport Traffic Booming So Far in 2024
2024 is flying ahead of 2023, and that's before RNC surge is factored in.
Aug 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries
Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Rep. Clancy Wins Reelection Despite Democratic Opposition
Incumbent Socialist Democratic legislator defeats challenger Jarrod Anderson.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
County Treasurer Cullen Withstands Chisholm’s Challenge
Veteran politician David Cullen, county treasurer since 2014, will serve four more years.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Courthouse Project Opens Door For Energy Efficiency
County's $488 million criminal courthouse plan includes energy modernization project.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Nearly Doubles Narcan Vending Machines
Adding 8 more machines with free life saving items like narcan and drug testing strips.
Aug 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races
A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.
Aug 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates for County Office
Cullen vs Chisholm for treasurer showdown is winner-take-all.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
China Lights “Year of the Dragon” Opens in September
Annual festival will include many new lanterns this year, including a brand new dragon.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million
County ended birth cost recovery program with the goal of addressing racial inequity, improving child support.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Historic Marker Commemorating Black Nite Uprising Dedicated
First LGBTQ historic marker in Wisconsin erected in Milwaukee to remember site of uprising that occurred years before Stonewall.
Aug 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
U.S. Energy Secretary Joins State, Milwaukee Officials To Launch First in Nation Rebate Program
Wisconsin is the first state to launch a home energy efficiency rebate using funds from Inflation Reduction Act.
Aug 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves ‘Vision Zero’ Strategy To End Traffic Deaths
Milwaukee County commits to seeking zero deaths by 2037. Plus: board approves opioid programs, new county attorney and support for manufacturing company.
Aug 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee’s ‘Housing First’ Homelessness Strategy
"Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness" presents Milwaukee's response to the crisis as a blueprint for other communities.
Aug 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Hovde Blasted for ‘Bigoted’ Comments on Black Men
GOP US Senate candidate says Black men have lived on ‘handouts’ and ‘welfare checks.'
Aug 1st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Pete Buttigieg Tours Port With Mayor, Rides Train With Governor
US Secretary of Transportation promotes Biden's infrastructure investments in region.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Officials Urge Vaccinations Before Kids Go Back to School
Only 79% of MPS students were vaccinated last year.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Opens New Playground at Vogel Park
Neighborhood park on northwest side gets new ADA-accessible park.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Treasurer Lied About Political Mailer?
More questions about how Dave Cullen charged taxpayers for campaign-oriented literature.
Jul 30th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Robots Are Coming To Milwaukee Beaches
Plastic Free MKE launches new plastic cleaning robots at Milwaukee public beaches.
Jul 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Can Rep. Clancy Win Reelection?
Incumbent Democratic faces heavy opposition from his own party backing challenger Jarrod Anderson.
Jul 24th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Art Museum’s Revenue, Staff in Decline
June report says memberships, admissions, school trips all down since the pandemic.
Jul 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Kamala Harris Visits Milwaukee
The new Democratic choice for president mixes a vision statement with attacks on Trump in speech to packed West Allis Central gymnasium.
Jul 23rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich and Jeramey Jannene
Supervisors Move To Approve New County Attorney
Acting Corp Counsel Scott Brown receives board's first approval for top attorney.
Jul 23rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
National Media Discovers Mayor Johnson
Gaining lots of positive press during RNC, now talking of running for governor.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Mayors Offer Plea To Republicans For Federal Support
Cavalier Johnson joined by Miami mayor and National League of Cities leader, among others.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View’s 4th of July Parade
Annual event draws crowd, culminates with Humboldt Park fireworks show.
Jul 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
County Awards $2.8 Million To Non-Profit Opioid Programs
Funding 15 local groups for opioid abuse prevention, treatment and recovery.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
The Cheaper Candidate For County Treasurer
Reform candidate Ted Chisholm promises to work for less pay than incumbent David Cullen.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Parks Department Joins Pickleball Mania
Free, outdoor pickleball comes to the county parks system.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Surveillance Technology Never Left Milwaukee After the DNC
Police gear acquired 4 years ago will play a role during the Republican Convention.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Chicago City Exchange Sees Milwaukee Leaders Discuss Big Ideas in Windy City
Hoan Group spends day building connections.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Funds Turn Zablocki Golf Course Synthetic
Synthetic tee boxes and greens at golf course are another ARPA success story.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Coggs Center Will Become Affordable Apartments
County partnering with Gorman to redevelop former department store on 12th and Vliet.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Unveils Juneteenth Bus
Bus wrapped in murals by two local artists celebrating Juneteenth Day.
Jun 18th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Approves Funding for Franklin Affordable Housing
A signing ceremony for $2.5 million project in Franklin supported by its mayor.
Jun 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Look to Use Trump’s ‘Horrible City’ Comment Against Him
DNC launches billboards across Milwaukee with quote, Biden campaign creates t-shirt.
Jun 14th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Crowley Tours Unique Emergency Housing Facility
Facility is yet another project advancing housing under the Crowley administration.
Jun 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Expanding Aging and Disability Center
Wave of retiring Baby Boomers is bringing issue to forefront.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Trump Calls Milwaukee “Horrible City”
Comment made during meeting with House Republicans.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy
Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
RNC Will Be Busy Time for Airport
Mitchell International Airport will have more flights and bigger planes during Republican convention.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Moves Forward With Audits of MPS
MPS board member says $1.5 billion budget will get passed this week.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Pledges Four Points of MPS Involvement
Including helping select the next superintendent and city administrative support.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Should MCTS Take Over Operation of The Hop, Other Transit Systems?
MCTS officials are considering bidding to operate the systems as a move to create a regional transit authority and financial security.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Planning Begins for New Criminal Courthouse
County will solicit planning and design contractors in June for $488.4 million project.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Former Schuster’s Department Store Nominated For Historic Designation
Now known as the Coggs Center, Milwaukee County has eyed demolishing building.
May 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Zablocki Golf Course Reopens With Synthetic Greens
New greens should save money on water, labor and fertilizer at county-run 9-hole course.
May 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
36 Pools, Splash Pads, Water Parks Opening in 2024
Parks opening far more pools in 2024 after making waves with lifeguard hiring.
May 23rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
McKinley Beach Reopens After Four Years
Adding and shaping 11,000 cubic yards of sand to create safer, shallower swimming area.
May 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Vice President Kamala Harris Promotes Economic Agenda in Milwaukee Visit
Harris joins entertainer D.L. Hughley for her nationwide "Economic Opportunity Tour" in the lead up to the presidential election.
May 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
$456 Million Baird Center Opens With Big Promises, Vision
100,000 more visitors every year, billions more in spending. See it yourself on Saturday.
May 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Juneau Park Beer Garden Opens Friday
Beer garden opens for second season in downtown park with lake views.
May 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Sworn In For Second Term Before Large Crowd
The county executive announces new plans for affordable housing and transit funding. And hints at gubernatorial run.
May 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Backs Affordable Housing in Franklin
Commits $2.5 million to support development of 12 units for persons with disabilities.
May 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
MPM Holds Groundbreaking for $240 Million Museum
Construction will begin soon on Public Museum's new five-story facility.
May 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Seeks New Youth Commissioners
14 seats on 18-member youth commission will be open in 2025.
May 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
See The Design Concepts To Replace Stadium Freeway
More than 10 alternatives released for the northside freeway spur.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Boerner Botanical Gardens Opening 50th Summer Season
The prized public gardens open for the season Wednesday, May 1.
Apr 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Executive, Mayor Meet With Inmates to Discuss Second Chances
Crowley and Johnson were joined by Chief Judge Carl Ashley at Community Reintegration Center.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Public Meeting On Freeway-To-Boulevard Project
Community input sought on proposal to convert Stadium Freeway to boulevard.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours
$2 million worth of MCTS buses were totaled by reckless drivers in just two days last week.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Sherman Park Revitalization Project Begins
$2.5 million project includes more than a dozen planned improvements to the park.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Alderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes
DiAndre Jackson has since paid off 2022 taxes but still owes for 2023.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing
Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.
Apr 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus
Following deadly crash, county officials call for community responsibility, more tools and funding to address reckless driving.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Funding Early Childhood, Parenting Programs
Community Advocates works with county to support six nonprofit organizations.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Announces Discount Days for Domes, Wehr Nature Center
Special days each month aim to attract more visitors.
Apr 18th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates
Milwaukee Bucks offered a 'life changing experience' for six incarcerated men.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Backs Boulevard To Replace I-794 Downtown
'We should be thinking about the city we want in the future, 30 years from now.'
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools
Johnson vows to make Milwaukee a city that attracts people because of its schools.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
The Return of County Cronyism
Or maybe it never went away. Push for 36% salary hikes echoes mentality behind infamous county pension plan.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
After Veto, Reporting, Board Reverses Course On 36% Raises For Electeds
Special meeting used to support county executive's original proposal of 11.5%.
Apr 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Streetcar Begins Daily Service To The Couture, BRT Will Soon Follow
Long-awaited milestone restores transit service to lakefront. Officials herald it as future of transit.
Apr 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Elected Officials Lobbied Board for 36% Pay Hike
Actions by constitutional officers raises ethical concerns, county executive's office says.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Public Golf Courses Open for the Season
12 of 13 county golf courses have opened. Golf has become cash cow for Parks.
Apr 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Wins Award for Opioid Settlement Fund Usage
Award applauds the county's investment of settlement funds from opioid epidemic lawsuit.
Apr 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
