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Should Sheriff’s Budget Be Cut?
When it comes to defunding police, the county sheriffs are an obvious place to start.
Sep 22nd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
County Puts $10.5 Million in Small Business, Employment
Funding comes from county's CARES Act allocation.
Sep 18th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Defers Youth Corrections Grant Until State Has Sustainable Plan
County wants the state to assure enough funding to build and maintain a new facility.
Sep 16th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
UpStart Kitchen Opens in Sherman Park
Shared commercial kitchen will serve as an incubator for dining and food-oriented startups.
Sep 16th, 2020 by Ethan Duran
County Invests in Mental Health Crisis Responders
$500,000 for a team of Sheriff's deputies and psychiatric clinicians.
Sep 12th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
High-End Hotel Planned Across From Fiserv Forum
Bucks and partners hope to break ground in 2021.
Sep 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Art Museum Won’t Recognize Union
Management refuses to recognize a worker supported union, forcing an NLRB election.
Sep 9th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
New Murals at Courthouse Unveiled
Celebrating diversity. Paid for by Chris Abele. "We are who we celebrate."
Sep 8th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Tenants Union Protests Berrada Properties
Landlord may be city's biggest evictor. Union calls for halt, demands Berrada negotiate with them on behalf of tenants.
Sep 1st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Airport Revamps Flight Museum, USO Center
New gallery has exhibit on a local Tuskegee Airman.
Aug 26th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
You Can Help Decide County Budget
Budget town halls allow citizen opinions. Online tool lets you pick how to balance budget.
Aug 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee County Continues To Suppress COVID-19
COVID-19 is going down locally.
Aug 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Working To Close Budget Gap
Officials face a projected $42 million deficit for 2021. Cuts could be brutal.
Aug 19th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Nine Election Takeaways
Big turnout, delayed votes, new faces in the Assembly and the Constitution Party.
Aug 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Bronzeville Themed Store Opens at Airport
Store will sell goods from Bronzeville neighborhood businesses and entrepreneurs.
Aug 12th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Will Tackle Systemic Injustice
County executive sets his sights on policies to change inequities in health, the economy and more.
Aug 11th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Black Elected Officials Slam GOP, Kanye West
Leaders from some of the highest offices in the area call it a disrespectful, cynical move.
Aug 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Mental Health Services Expanded with Grants
Millions in grants are funding expanded service offerings from the Behavioral Health Division.
Aug 4th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Biden’s Recovery Plan Supports Communities of Color
His plan includes investments in housing, child care, jobs and small business.
Jul 31st, 2020 by David Crowley
Crowley Using CARES Funds For Housing
Of $77 million in federal funding, biggest single grant helps those at risk of losing housing.
Jul 27th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Bradford Beach Gets Accessibility Upgrades
Milwaukee County's most popular beach is now accessible to those in a wheelchair all the way to the water.
Jul 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Racial Equity Legislation Signed Into Law
Also, Juneteenth officially becomes a major holiday for Milwaukee County.
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Bipartisan Group Will Promote Voting By Mail
And in-person voting. Former GOP Attorney General dismisses fraud claims on mail-in ballots
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Laurel White
Zamarripa Defends Her Double Dipping
Alderwoman will collect second full-time salary as state legislator for eight months.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
COVID-19 Case Rate Increasing In County
A key indicator changed to red as the positive case rate rises among younger people.
Jul 8th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
COVID-19 Cases Exploding Among Younger Population
COVID-19 in Milwaukee County appears stable, for now. But the disease remains widespread and is not being suppressed.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Beer Gardens Open With Social Distancing
County Parks reopen five beer gardens, with many changes to protect patrons' safety.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Board Passes Racial Equity Proposal
A response to calls for police reform aimed at courts, sheriff's office, transit system.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Spending $10 Million to Prevent Evictions
Evictions up 44% since May. Both Milwaukee and Dane counties using federal funds to fight this.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Juneteenth Flag Flies Over City Hall Complex
City flies flag for the first time as county and state follow suit.
Jun 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Juneteenth Flags Will Fly at Capitol, City Office Building For First Time
Move is part of growing recognition for holiday.
Jun 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth This Year
Despite the pandemic, there are a number of virtual events and protests this Juneteenth.
Jun 18th, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
‘We Care Crew’ Takes on Pandemic
County teams with city, police, non-profits to distribute meals, face masks, resource bags at local parks.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
COVID-19 Testing Down Significantly
Officials worry about drop in testing here as COVID-19 cases spike across the nation.
Jun 16th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Announces Housing Assistance Program
Using CARES Act funds and a partnership with the courts, Milwaukee County will help prevent evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jun 11th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Zoo Reopening, With Mask Requirement
Reservations required, limited hours, but most attractions open.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee
The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Nitty Leads Peaceful March While Protecting Against Assassination
Seventh-day is a charm as two large marches take place without incident
Jun 5th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
We Don’t Need the National Guard
We need our elected leaders to dismantle racist practices.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Leaders Igniting Transformation
Protest Leader Frank Nitty Released
District Attorney Chisholm says leader released, wasn't charged, but facts still being gathered.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy and Jeramey Jannene
Northside Testing Center Up and Running
A new center, replacing one shut down more than a week ago, started testing Monday.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
How to Protest During a Pandemic
Local health officials offers do's and don'ts that could save your life.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Community Leaders List Changes Protestors Want
Demands push for more racial equity, major changes in state, local and police policies.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
King Drive Cleanup Draws Hundreds
De facto center of George Floyd protests spiffed up. "This is our city," says volunteer Pamela Bell.
Jun 1st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
8 Ways to Democratize Milwaukee
There never was a better time to think big for this city.
May 30th, 2020 by Howard Snyder
Trump Announces Funding for Milwaukee Bus Rapid Transit Line
President tweets long-awaited $40.9 million grant is being awarded.
May 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Wants Its CARES Money Back
$103 million allocated for Milwaukee County ended up with the state. County officials demand the money.
May 23rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Pools Closed for 2020 Season
Many wading pools and splash pads will remain open.
May 22nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Wear A Mask, Public Heath Officials Say
Now that Evers' Safer-At-Home has ended, health officials plead with the public to take precautions on their own.
May 22nd, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Suburbs’ Policies Ignore Science, Kowalik Charges
Suburban elected officials overruling health officers on COVID-19, city official charges.
May 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Executive College Dropouts
For 20 years voters have elected college dropouts to run Milwaukee County. What gives?
May 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
COVID-19 Could Cost County $450 Million
Milwaukee County being squeezed by increased costs, declining revenue.
May 15th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Is A Couture Deal Finally Coming?
City officials say it is, while Ald. Bauman pushes city to separate streetcar from project.
May 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
National Guard Tests 1,919 at City Sites
'Phenomenal' response to two COVID-19 test sites yesterday, more guard members had to be added.
May 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
“Active Streets” Will Close City Streets, Parkways In Favor of Pedestrians, Cyclists
This campaign aims to create more public space in Milwaukee, closing off parkways and some city streets to traffic.
May 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Free COVID-19 Testing Sites Will Be at UMOS, Midtown Center
Sites are on border of areas of city with highest number of COVID-19 cases.
May 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Launching Two Free COVID-19 Testing Sites
Individuals will be able to receive free test without appointment or symptoms.
May 7th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Nicholson Picks New Board’s Leaders
While new board chair rewarded some allies, some who opposed her retained positions.
May 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Makes First Cabinet Picks
A new chief of staff and two new department directors, all promoted from Abele's administration.
May 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Sworn In As County Exec
First elected African-American Milwaukee County Executive in history seeks more equity, more state funding.
May 4th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Racial Equity Ordinance Signed Into Law
First major piece of legislation addressing racial inequity since Milwaukee County declared racism a public health crisis.
Apr 30th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Up From 53206
New generation of leaders in their early 30's, Crowley, Nicholson, Johnson, all raised in poorest ZIP code.
Apr 28th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
New Board Sworn In at a Parking Lot
Nicholson and Johnson, Jr. vying for leadership position of County Board Chairperson.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Larson Concedes to Crowley in Tight Race
Crowley will be first African American Milwaukee County Executive elected in history.
Apr 14th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
12 Election Takeaways
How high was turnout, lawyers will be busy, girl power, streetcar wins again and a new council president?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
21 Winners and Losers
Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
2020 Spring Election Results
Live City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County results for the April 7th Spring Election.
Apr 13th, 2020 by Urban Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive
Crowley and Larson vie for the top executive position in Milwaukee County.
Mar 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Dark-Money Group Slings Mud in Comptroller Race
Group backing Rep. Jason Fields produces attack ads against his opponent, Aycha Sawa.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Michael Horne
County Sales Tax Legislation Gets Hearing
Bill supported by local business leaders allows hike in county sales tax for local purposes.
Mar 5th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Molson Coors Shooting Restarts Gun Debate
Democrat legislators speak up about gun safety reforms.
Mar 1st, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Bipartisan Water Quality Bills Pass
Though, they do not make it through the sharply divide legislature without some disagreement.
Feb 20th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
14 Election Winners, Losers
Beyond the ballot totals, behind the scenes, who were the other election winners and losers?
Feb 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
9 Election Takeaways
What did we learn? The results versus 2016. And the coming ad blitz and voter turnout.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Executive Candidates
Crowley, Larson, Lipscomb and Nath vie to advance to general election, replace Chris Abele.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Controversial “Tougher on Crime” Bills Pass
Two parties split over the future of criminal justice. Democrats assail GOP for "fear mongering" legislation.
Feb 13th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Crowley Rising in County Exec Race
He and Chris Larson look likely to make it through the February primary.
Feb 11th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Gerrymandering Has Racial Bias, Evers Says
Black disenfranchisement still happening, governor declares at Black History Month event.
Feb 4th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Why The Census Matters to Milwaukee
What you need to know about the Census and why it matters to state, nation.
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
County Exec Candidates Discuss Fiscal Crisis
Lipscomb, Larson, Crowley and Nath present their vision for addressing Milwaukee County's fiscal challenges.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Exec Race Upended
State Election Commission disqualifies Kennedy and Sullivan. Abele's $6,000 donation wasted?
Jan 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Assembly Republicans Fail to Override Evers’ Veto
First floor session of 2020 saw partisan attacks and the passage of controversial legislation.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Jail Population Rising
Rise attributed to opioid epidemic and state bail laws.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer and Keegan Kyle
Seven Will Run for County Executive
Gwen Moore endorses Lipscomb, Crowley has raised $53,000, no word from Abele.
Jan 7th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Legislators Target Racial Inequality
'Disrupting Disparities’ proposals by African American lawmakers include criminal justice reforms.
Dec 25th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer
Jim Sullivan Will Run For County Executive
County administrator and former legislator emphasizes need for sound management.
Dec 11th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Behold the Democratic Green Team
“Forward on Climate” package includes bills on green banks, weatherizing schools.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Six Now Running for County Executive
Democrat Chris Larson and Trump supporter Purnima Nath join four other candidates.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
9 Questions About the 2020 Census
It can take as little as 10 minutes. But the results matter so much.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Why the Bus Union Didn’t Strike
MCTS offer of back pay for workers, and weariness after 21 months bargaining, were key.
Nov 19th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Lipscomb Will Run for County Exec
County Board chair says troubled finances must be focus of next county executive.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Would Decriminalize Pot Possession
Democratic plan ends criminal penalties for up to 28 grams of marijuana.
Oct 30th, 2019 by Laurel White
Who Will Run for County Executive?
The list is long and could get longer. Handicapping the favorites.
Oct 22nd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Calls Special Session on Guns
Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Mortgage Crisis Hit African Americans and Hispanics Hardest
Drop in homeownership among African-Americans and Hispanics underlines an affordable housing crisis since the Great Recession.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Supervisors Push Ex-Offender Voting Rights
Resolution calls for restoring the voting rights of people on parole or probation.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Legislators Urge New Strategy on Budget
Stung by Republican cuts in funds to Milwaukee, city-based legislators search for new approach.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Democratic Bill Allows Felons to Vote
They "pay taxes, pay rent, own homes” and should be able to vote, Sen. Taylor argues.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Laurel White
Bill Allows Red Light Cameras in City
Legislation would give Milwaukee Police another tool to combat speeding, reckless driving.
Jun 25th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Democrats Push Automatic Voter Registration
All would be registered when getting drivers license or state ID. Republicans oppose bill.
May 21st, 2019 by Shamane Mills
