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New Milwaukee County Board committee to focus on racial equity
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors has established a new committee to pursue racial equity in county government policies, six days after protests erupted nationwide over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis during a confrontation with police.
Viewpoints – American Family CEO Jack Salzwedel: Turning anger into action
“If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention, don’t care, think it’s OK, or have been desensitized.”
Summerfest canceled for first time in 53 years
Summerfest 2020 will be canceled for the first time in the music festival’s 53-year history.
Back to business as … unusual
It’s business as unusual and no one has a crystal ball to guide us through what life is going...
Milwaukee pilot program allowing outdoor dining on city streets, sidewalks gets committee backing
A proposal that would provide expanded outdoor seating options for restaurants and bars in selected areas of Milwaukee received the recommendation of the Common Council's Public Works Committee on Wednesday.
Office space in the new normal
The end of stay-at-home restrictions for most of the state means many businesses can reopen, and their workers can...
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BMO Tower construction overcomes obstacles, reaches completion during pandemic
The new 25-story glassy structure in front of Milwaukee City Hall stands out in downtown’s central business district.
BMO Tower...
Medical College of Wisconsin awarded $24 million for research consortium
The National Institutes of Health has awarded a $24.4 million grant renewal to the Medical College of Wisconsin for a consortium of regional organizations working on clinical and translational research.
Construction during COVID
Like virtually every other construction contractor, The Boldt Co. has felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and was...
MPS Foundation launches $1 million fundraising campaign to provide families with internet access
The Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation, Inc. has launched a $1 million fundraising campaign to provide internet access for students and their families.
