Government & Politics
Stay informed on government policies and political issues impacting Milwaukee and its business landscape.
With COVID cases on the rise, Wisconsin health leaders urging more vaccinations
State and local health officials are urging unvaccinated residents to get their COVID-19 shot as cases are on the rise in all parts of the state.
Milwaukee streetcar to resume normal service levels on Aug. 1
The Hop, downtown Milwaukee’s streetcar operation, announced that it will resume normal service levels and scheduling beginning Sunday, Aug. 1.
City of Milwaukee lists Bronzeville site for sale
The city of Milwaukee is seeking private developers interested in buying and redeveloping a vacant city-owned site northwest of West North Avenue and North Sixth Street, in the Bronzeville district.
Milwaukee committee approves $1 million grant for rail spur serving Komatsu
Milwaukee’s Public Works Committee has approved a resolution to receive $1 million in state funding to construct a railroad spur that would serve Komatsu Mining Corp.’s facility in the city’s Harbor District.
Report: UWM faces daunting financial challenges
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee lags its peers nationally in revenue and enrollment, creating a concerning financial outlook for the institution, according to a new report.
Tramont Manufacturing cited more than $200,000 for OSHA violations
Milwaukee-based manufacturer Tramont Manufacturing LLC was cited $216,307 for machine and noise hazards identified by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Department of Labor announced Tuesday.
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Evers allocates $130 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds for workforce programs
Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is allocating $130 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act for three programs to address workforce issues in the state.
Barrett wants to use $30 million of COVID relief money on housing activities
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett is proposing to use $30 million of federal COVID-19 relief funding on housing activities in the city.
St. Francis wants a $30 million mixed-use development on Lake Drive property it just acquired
The city of St. Francis intends to facilitate the development of a dense mixed-use project on property it now owns near the Lake Michigan lakefront.
Planning work proposed for streetcar extension to Walker’s Point
The city of Milwaukee could devise plans for a Walker's Point streetcar extension as part of a new $1.3 million spending proposal. The proposal also calls for pedestrian and bike infrastructure improvements in the neighborhood.
