Government & Politics
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Details unveiled for Port Washington data center development agreement
Port Washington aldermen are reviewing a proposed development agreement for the massive data center development planned by Denver-based Vantage...
Wisconsin offering Lilly up to $100 million in tax credits for Kenosha County project
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. is offering pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly up to $100 million in tax credits to...
Viewpoints: Now is the time to embrace smart technology to keep Milwaukee safe
A recent hit-and-run involving a cyclist wasn’t just another headline—it was a painful reminder that reckless behavior on our...
Pomp’s Tire Service New Berlin office awarded $8 million government contract
Pomp’s Tire Service has secured an $8.44 million, five-year Army contract to supply wheel and tire assemblies from its New Berlin facility.
Cudahy Farms development gets Common Council approval after contentious month of debate
A contested affordable housing project on Milwaukee’s far northwest side could now move toward construction after winning its final...
Jewish Family Services opens affordable senior housing units in Brown Deer
Milwaukee-based nonprofit Jewish Family Services opened a new 56-unit affordable and supportive senior housing residence in Brown Deer last...
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WisDOT buys former Poblocki Sign building in West Allis
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) purchased the former Poblocki Sign Co. building in West Allis for $8.6 million.
The...
RNC host committee donates over $5 million to Milwaukee nonprofits
The host committee of last year’s Republican National Convention has donated over $5 million to Milwaukee nonprofits.
Milwaukee County approves $30 million funding for Mitchell Park Domes renovation
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson signed legislation on Wednesday that grants final approval for the $30 million the county has promised to the Domes Reimagined Plan.
Another data center planned in Racine County
Village of Caledonia officials are considering a proposal for a new data center on a 245-acre site near the...