2016 Milwaukee Film Festival Call for Entries Now Open

2016 Milwaukee Film Festival Call for Entries Now Open

Festival Offers to Pay for All Work Screened; Free Entry for All Films; $27,000 in Cash Prizes Promised

Chairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure

Chairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure

We are just receiving initial details of their short-term plan to re-open one dome, and the administration’s long-term plan for all three still is unclear.

U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett

U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett

Moore and Barrett have worked closely on a number of important initiatives for the City of Milwaukee.

The Westin Milwaukee Slated to open in 2017 on the US Bank Campus at the Heart of the City’s Bustling Downtown

The Westin Milwaukee Slated to open in 2017 on the US Bank Campus at the Heart of the City’s Bustling Downtown

The hotel will be owned by Milwaukee-based Jackson Street Holdings, LLC

State Senator Chris Larson Draws Sharp Contrasts with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele in Public Policy Forum Debate

State Senator Chris Larson Draws Sharp Contrasts with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele in Public Policy Forum Debate

The two candidates sparred over issues such as the County's structural deficit, mass transit funding, the future of the Milwaukee County Mental Health Complex, County infrastructure, stewardship of County-owned parks, as well as the Sheriff's budget.

Weekend Update: A Short History of Sen. Ron Johnson’s Supreme Court Obstructionism
Weekend Update

A Short History of Sen. Ron Johnson’s Supreme Court Obstructionism

Ron Johnson is content to take his cues from Washington Republicans who favor partisan bickering and obstructionism over a full and functional Supreme Court.

Festival City Symphony to Perform “Finnish with Swedish & Ilana” Symphony Sundays Concert

Festival City Symphony to Perform “Finnish with Swedish & Ilana” Symphony Sundays Concert

The concert also will include the beloved “Dance of the Hours.”

Jabari Parker Supports Safe & Sound’s H.O.M.E. Team Initiative Through Major Ticket Donation

Jabari Parker Supports Safe & Sound’s H.O.M.E. Team Initiative Through Major Ticket Donation

Part of Parker’s ticket donation will go toward this additional initiative regarding crime prevention.

Milwaukee Area Technical College president Martin goes “On the Issues” at Marquette Law

Milwaukee Area Technical College president Martin goes “On the Issues” at Marquette Law

Martin will discuss the college’s larger strategy for meeting the needs of its students and the region’s employers.

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”

$62.6 Million Requested to Improve Walking and Biking Across Wisconsin

$62.6 Million Requested to Improve Walking and Biking Across Wisconsin

Only $15.2 million available due to legislative priorities

Lincoln Hills cover-up continues as GOP ignores crisis

Lincoln Hills cover-up continues as GOP ignores crisis

Months after DOJ and FBI raid troubled facility, Republicans defend status quo