Government & Politics
Stay informed on government policies and political issues impacting Milwaukee and its business landscape.
Waukesha County Business Alliance opposes county exec’s sales tax proposal
The Waukesha County Business Alliance on Wednesday announced that it opposes a 0.5% county sales tax proposed by County...
State Building Commission approves funding for Milwaukee Rep, other community projects
The Wisconsin State Building Commission has approved $1.9 million in state funding for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Associated Bank...
Milwaukee County doles out more funding for affordable housing
Two affordable housing projects that total nearly 90 units received a financing boost from Milwaukee County in an effort...
See photos: Plans unveiled for public artwork at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
Philadelphia-based artist Karyn Olivier has been selected by the Milwaukee Department of City Development for the commission of the...
The Water Council to receive $2.5 million in federal funds to support small businesses
The Water Council has received a $2.5 million federal contract. It will continue supporting small businesses working in the water technology industry.
Milwaukee gets $14.7 million in federal funds for Harbor District RiverWalk
The state Department of Transportation has allocated $14.7 million in federal funds to the City of Milwaukee’s Harbor District...
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Waukesha Water Utility planning new $28 million HQ
The Waukesha Water Utility is seeking approval from the state Public Service Commission to build a new 72,555-square-foot, $28.5...
State seeking $70 million federal grant to create next Manufacturing USA institute
Wisconsin leaders are seeking a $70 million federal grant to create a Manufacturing USA institute focused on artificial intelligence.
Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center receives CDC designation
The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center was one of 11 institutions selected as Injury Control Research Centers...
Milwaukee’s dockless scooter program gets higher ridership
The City of Milwaukee has been paid more than $430,000 from revenue generated by the new dockless scooter program...
