Milwaukee City Wire

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in the Milwaukee City Wire publication area submitted 55 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Entertainment events this week in City of Milwaukee: March 9-15

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Milwaukee this week.

Home prices in Milwaukee County during January 2025 increased compared to the same period in 2024

In January, the median sale price of a home in Milwaukee County rose by $32,750 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 0.7%.

Milwaukee sees 1,844 calls for emergency medical services in week ending Feb. 22

Milwaukee had a total of 1,844 calls for emergency medical services during the week ending Feb. 22, according to the latest data from the City of Milwaukee Open Data.

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Milwaukee City Wire area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Milwaukee City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Recent Milwaukee County home sales in week ending March 1

There were 156 reported residential sales in Milwaukee County in the week ending March 1, according to BlockShopper.com.

River Trail School integrates agricultural science into student learning

Students at River Trail School of Agricultural Science are embracing healthy eating habits through their involvement in growing their own vegetables.

Milwaukee women's tennis falls short against Northern Iowa despite shorthanded lineup

The Milwaukee women's tennis team faced a tough challenge against Northern Iowa on Saturday afternoon, narrowly losing 4-3 at River Glen Elite.

There were 2,223 students enrolled in Oak Creek High School in 2023-24 school year

For the 2023-24 school year, Oak Creek High School experienced the biggest enrollment among Milwaukee County schools.

Entertainment events this weekend in City of Milwaukee: Friday, March 7 - Sunday, March 9

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Milwaukee this weekend.

Milwaukee Panthers fall short against Oakland Golden Grizzlies in postseason clash

The Milwaukee men's basketball team faced a tough defeat against Oakland in a postseason game at the Klotsche Center.

Bart Lundy named finalist for Skip Prosser Man of Year Award

Milwaukee men's basketball head coach Bart Lundy has been recognized as one of the 25 finalists for the 2024-25 Skip Prosser Man of the Year award, according to an announcement made by organization officials on Thursday.

Senator Ron Johnson supports HALT Act to combat fentanyl crisis

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson from Wisconsin has expressed his support for the HALT Act, a bill aimed at addressing the fentanyl crisis.

Milwaukee County ranks 33rd in Wisconsin for government transfer dependency at 23.2% in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 23.2% of income in Milwaukee County—ranking it 33rd most dependent among Wisconsin counties.

Milwaukee Recreation announces free spring events at Twilight Centers

Milwaukee Recreation is set to host a series of free events at their Twilight Centers this spring.

Detroit Mercy defeats Milwaukee to advance in Horizon League Championship

DETROIT – Detroit Mercy's women's basketball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the Barbasol Horizon League Championship after defeating Milwaukee 73-62 in the first round.

Milwaukee VA's progressive care unit earns prestigious beacon award

The Milwaukee VA Medical Center's Progressive Care Unit has been awarded the silver Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).

Wisconsin Lutheran College Magazine features new academic programs

The latest edition of Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) Magazine has been released, focusing on a variety of achievements and developments within the college community.

Milwaukee women's tennis seeks third consecutive win against Northern Iowa