Government & Politics
Stay informed on government policies and political issues impacting Milwaukee and its business landscape.
New bus rapid transit line provides 16,800 rides during first week
The Milwaukee County Transit System’s new East-West Bus Rapid Transit line (BRT) provided 16,800 rides during its first week...
State buys site on Milwaukee’s northwest side for new youth prison
The state of Wisconsin's youth prison project in Milwaukee is moving forward with the purchase of site this week...
Leadership Lens: Omar Shaikh’s journey to business and community leadership
Restaurateur and developer Omar Shaikh joined Marquette president Michael Lovell and BizTimes Media managing editor Arthur Thomas for a...
Construction begins for train station expansion at airport
Work has begun on an expansion project for the train station at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, aimed at improving...
Location announced for GOP primary debate in Milwaukee
Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee will be the site of the first Republican Party presidential primary debate later this...
Pewaukee Dollar Tree store cited for OSHA violation following employee complaint
Dollar Tree Inc. has been cited by OSHA after an employee at its Pewaukee store issued a complaint, leading OSHA to find several hazards to employees.
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Joint Finance Committee approves funds for expansion of Versiti’s Blood Research Institute
Versiti is one step closer to receiving a $10 million grant which would help it expand its Blood Research Institute in Wauwatosa.
East-West Bus Rapid Transit line launches
With a transit funding crisis looming in the background, local, state and federal officials turned out Monday to celebrate...
Washington County initiative to create more affordable homes a good start, but more work needed, say industry groups
Housing industry experts praised Washington County’s Next Generation Housing initiative that aims to stimulate the development of more affordable...
City again seeks development proposals for long-vacant Wisconsin Avenue site
City of Milwaukee officials are again seeking development proposals for a long-vacant Wisconsin Avenue site on downtown's west side.
The...
