Rep. Barca Statement on Dignitary Protection Unit Overtime Ruling

Rep. Barca Statement on Dignitary Protection Unit Overtime Ruling

“Like so many people in Wisconsin, it appears that these hardworking law enforcement officers have been thrown under Gov. Walker’s campaign bus.”

First Stage’s 2015-16 First Steps series kicks off with world premiere play SPOOKLEY THE SQUARE PUMPKIN

First Stage’s 2015-16 First Steps series kicks off with world premiere play SPOOKLEY THE SQUARE PUMPKIN

October 10 – November 1, 2015 at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

Port of Milwaukee Recognized with Pacesetter Award Recognizing Growth in International Cargo

Port of Milwaukee Recognized with Pacesetter Award Recognizing Growth in International Cargo

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett formally accepted the Robert J. Lewis Pacesetter Award Friday recognizing the Port of Milwaukee for an increase in the volume of international cargo in 2014.

Legal and Technical Experts Tell DNR Waukesha’s Application Does Not Comply with Great Lakes Compact
Chief Flynn’s gun violence comments disappointing

Chief Flynn’s gun violence comments disappointing

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan August 28, 2015

Racial Justice Supporters tell DNR: “We Oppose Water Diversion to Waukesha”
Racial Justice Supporters tell DNR

“We Oppose Water Diversion to Waukesha”

The groups object to the application because diverting water to the suburbs will worsen segregation and racial disparities in the region.

Mayor fails to acknowledge violence crisis

Mayor fails to acknowledge violence crisis

"I do acknowledge the positive things that are happening here in Milwaukee, but that's no excuse for not having a solution to the rampant killings in our city. "

88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-FM) Promotes Ken Sumka to APD and Justin Barney to MD

88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-FM) Promotes Ken Sumka to APD and Justin Barney to MD

The station also announced two other promotions.

Dr. Lisa Petrella awarded Way Klingler Fellowship in science

Dr. Lisa Petrella awarded Way Klingler Fellowship in science

Petrella is hopeful that her work can guide the future in how generations will manage health, agriculture and ecology in the face of increasing global temperatures.

Alderman Davis to host three town hall meetings next week

Alderman Davis to host three town hall meetings next week

News release from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.

Next Door President Keintz to retire; Board names Tracey Sparrow as successor

Next Door President Keintz to retire; Board names Tracey Sparrow as successor

Dr. Sparrow’s deep expertise in early education and her focus on creating a better future for at-risk youth makes her ideally suited to lead Next Door.

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to illuminate downtown Milwaukee

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival to illuminate downtown Milwaukee

Six-week festival to bundle lighting displays and holiday happenings, Nov. 19 – Dec. 27