Government & Politics
Konecranes secures additional Navy work, increasing cumulative value of all contracts to $244 million
Konecranes Nuclear Equipment and Services, a manufacturer of material handling solutions, has secured its latest order from the U.S. Navy.
Stadium district approves new lease for Brewers, $500 million funding plan
The Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District approved a new lease for the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field through...
New public plaza proposed near downtown’s Deer District
The City of Milwaukee is proposing to use funds from two of its tax incremental financing districts (TIDS) to finance several roadway and public space projects, including a new public plaza in Westown.
Employ Milwaukee receives $1.5 million in federal funding for apprenticeship programs
Employ Milwaukee, Milwaukee County’s workforce development board, has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s YouthBuild program.
Viewpoints: As 2025 draws near, Wisconsin will learn how ‘Trump 2’ tariffs touch economy
The open question is how Trump’s rhetoric translates from international bargaining chips to actual law once he takes office.
Amtrak Hiawatha ridership up 4.5%
Ridership on the Amtrak Hiawatha line between Milwaukee and Chicago rose 4.5% in Amtrak’s 2024 fiscal year to 665,279, according to the federal passenger railroad operation’s annual report.
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Trump picks Fiserv CEO to lead Social Security Administration
President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is nominating Frank Bisignano, the chairman, president and chief executive officer of Milwaukee-based fintech company Fiserv to be the commissioner of the Social Security Administration.
$10.5 million taxiway project planned for Mitchell International Airport cargo facility
In preparation for construction of a new air cargo facility, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is pursuing a $10.5 million...
Menomonee Falls assisted living facility acquired by Fannie Mae at sheriff’s sale
An assisted living facility in Menomonee Falls valued at $5.7 million was sold at a sheriff’s sale, according to...
Leading researcher on tech hubs discusses how federal programs have accelerated Wisconsin’s efforts
At a recent MKE Tech Hub Coalition event, Mark Muro, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, shared why regional tech hubs have risen in prominence.
