Government & Politics
Stay informed on government policies and political issues impacting Milwaukee and its business landscape.
Gateway Technical College, Boys & Girls Clubs awarded millions for workforce development programs
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced today the recipients of nearly $60 million in federal funds, from the American Rescue Plan Act, aimed at developing long-term solutions to the state’s workforce challenges.
Joel Brennan to succeed Julia Taylor as Greater Milwaukee Committee president
Joel Brennan will leave his role as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Administration to lead the Greater Milwaukee Committee.
Southeastern Wisconsin theaters, summer camps, sports teams receive $7.33 million in state pandemic relief grants
Gov. Tony Evers today announced $14 million in grants to Wisconsin theaters, summer camps and minor league sports teams. This includes $7.33 million to southeastern region operators.
Surfacide lands $45 million ECAT contract
Waukesha-based Surfacide has entered into a $45 million Medical Equipment Electronic Catalog (ECAT) contract with Defense Logistics Agency that spans five years.
Evers appoints Jack Salzwedel to WEDC board
Jack Salzwedel, the board chairman and outgoing chief executive of Madison-based American Family Insurance, is joining the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. board of directors.
Wisconsin AG files lawsuit against Milwaukee landlord
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced the filing of a civil law enforcement action against Youssef (Joe) Berrada and his property management company, Milwaukee-based Berrada Properties Management, Inc.
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Wisconsin’s tax burden drop among the country’s largest since 1999
As a share of personal income, Wisconsin saw the largest drop in state and local taxes among any state...
WHEDA CEO Joaquin Altoro stepping down to join Biden administration
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) executive director and chief executive officer JoaquÃn Altoro is stepping down immediately to accept a position in President Joe Biden’s administration, Gov. Tony Evers announced today.
The evolution of Walker’s Point
On a recent sunny afternoon, Daync Studio co-owners Amber Rivard and Josh Burgos could be found inside their new...
Two Wisconsin manufacturers suing over Biden vaccine mandate
Two Wisconsin manufacturers based in Darien are among those moving quickly to challenge the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employers with more than 100 employees.
