Government & Politics
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Everstream sponsoring free rides on The Hop for the holidays
It's only Nov. 1, but Cleveland-based fiber network provider Everstream appears to already be in the holiday spirit.
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Barrett: DNC is both challenge, opportunity for hosting G7 in Milwaukee
The 2020 Democratic National Convention could be Milwaukee's ticket to hosting the Group of Seven summit of world leaders one month prior, or it could stand as a roadblock for the city's efforts to attract it.
New Berlin leaders oppose facility planned for Waukesha to tap Lake Michigan water
Residents and elected leaders of the city of New Berlin are objecting to the proposed construction of a large pumping station and reservoirs that are part of the city of Waukesha's plans to receive Lake Michigan water.
County supervisors seek budget funding for Mitchell Park Domes plan
Milwaukee County supervisors want to add funding in the county budget for the plan to redevelop the Mitchell Park...
Health care disruption has consequences
As the next presidential election creeps closer by the day, we will all hear a lot about our nation’s...
Forward Award Winner: Kenosha County
Kenosha County, located between Chicago and Milwaukee, is one of the fastest growing counties in Wisconsin. Since 2000, its...
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Commentary: Big mistake to reject Strauss Brands plans
One of the most significant examples of economic decline in Milwaukee’s central city is the story of A.O. Smith.
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2020 DNC Host Committee announces official leadership structure
The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee on Thursday announced the 21 civic and business leaders from across Wisconsin who will serve as its members.
With EU tariffs addressed, Harley-Davidson is now dealing with Trump’s China tariffs
Harley-Davidson was first caught up in President Donald Trump’s efforts to remake global trade when the European Union retaliated for steel and aluminum tariffs by increasing tariffs on motorcycles.
MMAC president says failed Strauss Brands deal kills momentum for Century City
Leaders of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce expressed frustration after Franklin-based Strauss Brands announced Monday that it was dropping plans to build a new headquarters and meat processing facility in the Century City Business Park in Milwaukee.
