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Barbara Dittrich shares updates on Wisconsin's biennial budget process

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jul 3, 2025

On July 3, 2025, Rep. Barbara Dittrich informed her followers about Wisconsin's biennial budget process via social media posts.

Week Ending Jun. 28: Milwaukee police tally 646 incidents

By C. N. Brockman | Jul 2, 2025

Milwaukee police reported a total of 646 incidents during the week ending Jun. 28, according to the latest data from Milwaukee Open Data.

Ron Johnson comments on passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act

By S. B. Benson | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) has issued a statement following his vote to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, officially known as Cal. #107, H.R.1.

Milwaukee VA plans July 3 picnic for local veterans

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The Milwaukee VA Medical Center is organizing a picnic for veterans on July 3.

2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across Milwaukee City Wire publication area

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade employers across Milwaukee City Wire publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Hannah Fry reflects on influences and experiences as featured alumna

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Dr. Hannah Fry, an assistant professor of biology and sport and exercise science at Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC), has been recognized as the July 2025 Featured Alumna.

Family & kids events this week in City of Milwaukee: June 29 - July 5

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

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

Entertainment events this week in City of Milwaukee: June 29 - July 5

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 29, 2025

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

Entertainment events this July in City of Milwaukee

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 29, 2025

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

Milwaukee: 1,786 calls for emergency medical services reported in week ending June 14

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 29, 2025

Milwaukee had a total of 1,786 calls for emergency medical services during the week ending June 14, according to the latest data from the City of Milwaukee Open Data.

Family & kids events this July in City of Milwaukee

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 29, 2025

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Milwaukee this month.

Senator Ron Johnson supports advancing One Big Beautiful Bill Act

By S. B. Benson | Jun 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) has released a statement following his vote in favor of the motion to proceed to Cal. #107, H.R.1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. “Biden and the Democrats left behind enormous messes that we are trying...

Sen. Carpenter authors bill expanding voter ID options in Wisconsin Senate

By C. N. Brockman | Jun 28, 2025

State Sen. Tim Carpenter authored a bill in the Wisconsin Senate to broaden acceptable voter identification forms under federal REAL ID standards.

Sen. Johnson authors Wisconsin Senate bill supporting minority mental health hires

By C. N. Brockman | Jun 28, 2025

State Sen. LaTonya Johnson authored a bill in the Wisconsin Senate to fund grants for hiring mental health professionals from racial minority groups in schools.

Sen. Larson authors Wisconsin Senate bill banning mass Mylar balloon releases

By C. N. Brockman | Jun 28, 2025

State Sen. Chris Larson authored a bill in the Wisconsin Senate that prohibits releasing 10 or more Mylar balloons filled with lighter-than-air gas outdoors.

How many companies in cities across Washington County received FDA citations in 2024?

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 28, 2025

There were four companies in a city associated with Washington County that received FDA citations as a result of five inspections conducted in the county throughout 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Sen. Drake authors Wisconsin Senate bill to fund school social worker grants

By C. N. Brockman | Jun 28, 2025

State Sen. Dora E. Drake authored a bill in the Wisconsin Senate to create a grant program for prospective school social workers from racial minority groups.

Milwaukee Public Schools appoints new senior leadership team members

By Milwaukee City Wire | Jun 27, 2025

MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius has made new appointments to her senior leadership team as part of her strategy to enhance academic and operational excellence in the district.