Milwaukee's Common Council, post-election, diversified committees for better representation and expertise, with new member Alex Brower and historic female chair appointments, including Coggs, Dimitrijevic, and Zamarripa, for key city issues.

Waukesha County plans a memorial ceremony to honor fallen officers, with a dinner afterwards, sponsored by the LECOWC. The public can donate via Zelle.

Wisconsin's DNR seeks applicants for its Wolf Advisory Committee to offer diverse perspectives on wolf management and support the state's Wolf Management Plan. Applications are due by May 4.

Shaili Pfeiffer won the 2024 Rebecca Wallace Award from the Wisconsin DNR for her contributions to water resource policy and mentoring within the environmental conservation community.

Milwaukee's Public Safety and Health Committee will discuss a new ordinance to align local tobacco regulations with federal standards, raising the minimum sales age to 21 and including hookah regulation.

Milwaukee is initiating a digital system, using QR code stickers included in services bills, for residents to easily access their garbage collection schedules via smartphone.

Milwaukee's Public Safety and Health Committee will discuss updating the city's tobacco ordinance to raise the legal purchasing age to 21, in line with federal law, and impose stricter penalties for violations.

The Milwaukee County Board's Committee on Intergovernmental Relations voted to advance a resolution for February 18 to be Vel Phillips Day, honoring the civil rights icon's legacy.

Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly donated $2,341.29 to Washington County Sheriff's Office, chosen as the 'Charity of the Month' in February 2025, and was thanked on social media.

Milwaukee Police showcase Captain Liam Looney's proactive strategy for monitoring officer behavior, aiming to reinforce positives and provide early guidance to prevent misconduct.

Milwaukee Police Department hosted a Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon to honor over 200 local officers, fostering camaraderie and gratitude for their service.

Wisconsin's DNR encourages tax filers to donate to the Endangered Resources Fund, aiding conservation efforts for over 700 species. Donations are tax-deductible and matched 1:1.

Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones was honored at Milwaukee's Portraits of Greatness Art Affair, expressing humility and honoring her family's legacy.