Government & Politics
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Brady Street pedestrianization study to focus on two-block stretch
After announcing plans in September to study possible pedestrianization of the commercial corridor on Milwaukee's East Side, the Brady Street Business Improvement District is narrowing the scope of that study to focus on a two-block stretch of the street.
Aldermen grant permission to raze Mitchell Street building for new apartment development
A development proposal that would include the razing of the former Grand Department building at 1101-1113 W. Historic Mitchell St. in Milwaukee to make way for an apartment building development was granted approval by the Common Council on Tuesday morning, but not without a qualifier.
Jackie Q. Carter picked to lead Port Milwaukee
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson has selected Jackie Q. Carter to serve as the city’s municipal port director.
Breiss Industries cited for 16 safety and health violations at Manitowoc malthouse
Chilton-based Breiss Industries, a supplier of malt barley to breweries and other food production companies in the Midwest, has...
City of Plymouth buys back historic downtown building following restoration
The city of Plymouth is once again the owner of a historic downtown building that has been completely renovated to offer shoppers a unique taste of the region's dairy culture. The former H.C. Laack building at 133 E. Mill St. is now known to visitors as the Cheese Counter and Dairy Heritage Center.
Southeastern Wisconsin housing organizations receive more than $580,000 to assist homeless, low-income residents
More than a dozen affordable housing focused organizations and governmental entities in southeastern Wisconsin, will split more than $580,000 in Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Foundation grants to help house low-income and homeless individuals in the region.
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Black Husky brings back beer brewed using Milwaukee’s Christmas tree
Milwaukee-based Black Husky Brewing describes its “Sproose” beer as an aggressive IPA. The beer, which officially made its return this month, is brewed using boughs from the city of Milwaukee’s Christmas tree.
Milwaukee among group of Midwestern cities considering worker incentive programs
As worker incentive programs gain traction in the Midwest, Milwaukee leaders are among a spate of local-level officials considering introducing similar strategies to get a leg up on attracting talent.
Waukesha County adds $4.5 million to GROW Fund
Waukesha County has added $4.5 million to the revolving loan fund created by the Waukesha County Center for Growth.
Dates announced for 2024 RNC in Milwaukee
The Republican National Convention is set to take place from July 15-18, 2024, in Milwaukee.
