Government & Politics
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Report: 2024 RNC had $321.5 million economic impact
The 2024 Republican National Convention brought $321.5M to Milwaukee, far surpassing projections and boosting jobs, tourism, and media reach.
Milwaukee County to partner with local housing solutions startup CityWise
Milwaukee County’s Board of Supervisors will consider partnering with a local startup that provides renters with “equitable housing solutions.”
Report finds Wisconsin’s imports from China have fallen for years, while Mexican imports climb
A new Wisconsin Policy Forum report reveals that Wisconsin’s imports from China have declined by over 37% since 2018—predating Trump-era tariffs.
Director of SBA’s Wisconsin district is retiring
Eric Ness, the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Wisconsin district director, is retiring after working for the SBA for 35 years.
Downtown Milwaukee hotel market unlikely to support larger hotel at Deer District site, industry analyst says
Milwaukee officials push for a bigger Deer District hotel, but industry analyst says Moxy's 156-room plan fits market realities.
BizTimes editor talks on Channel 12 about plans for new Costco stores in the area and the controversy over a hotel planned in Deer...
BizTimes editor Andrew Weiland joins the 4 p.m. newscast on WISN-TV Channel 12 each Wednesday to discuss the latest business news headlines in...
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East Side Sendik’s store reopens
John and Anne Nehring, the owners of Nehring’s Sendik’s on Downer, located in a 116-year-old building at 2643 N....
Wisconsin suing Trump administration for blocking federal EV infrastructure funding
Wisconsin is joining a lawsuit against the Trump administration to recover $62 million in delayed federal funds for EV infrastructure.
Viewpoints: Public Service Commission should approve new natural gas power plants
New natural gas plants in Wisconsin are vital to power growth, attract investment, and ensure a reliable, lower-emission energy supply.
City panel delays vote on Deer District hotel plans as some officials say proposal is too small
Milwaukee delays Moxy hotel plan in Deer District, citing missed potential for larger development on prime downtown site.
