Kenosha County Advances Fight Against Opioid Crisis with Shift from Advisory Panel to Direct Action
Kenosha County, after disbanding its Opioid Settlement Advisory Panel, is shifting to direct community action to combat opioid addiction, focusing on implementing strategies including housing and job assistance, with early signs of progress noted.
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs Tackles Milwaukee's Fire Safety Challenge with Push for Building Upgrades
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs proposes a resolution to retrofit older buildings in Milwaukee with modern fire suppression systems, after fires in unsprinklered properties result in fatalities and displacement.
Oak Creek to Welcome New Beer Garden at Abendschein Park with City Council's Unanimous Approval
Oak Creek's Common Council approved a permanent beer garden at Abendschein Park, igniting local excitement for a new social hub that will offer live music, bocce ball, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
State Aid at Risk as Milwaukee Public Schools Miss Financial Report Deadlines Again
Milwaukee Public Schools missed financial report deadlines, putting state funding at risk, following last year's $16.2 million penalty for a similar lapse. The superintendent blamed the old accounting system.
Milwaukee Committee to Review Building Codes for Sprinkler Systems at City Hall in Wake of Apartment Fire
Milwaukee's Zoning Committee will discuss building code updates for sprinkler systems following a fatal fire at Highland Court Apartments. The meeting aims to address enforcement and retrofitting protocols.












