Gov. Scott Walker announces “Pay Their Way” plan for new Milwaukee Bucks arena
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced Tuesday, January 27th a first-of-its-kind “Pay Their Way” plan to grow the economy and protect state taxpayers from the loss of current and future tax revenue generated by the Milwaukee Bucks.
MADISON (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker announced Tuesday, January 27th a first-of-its-kind “Pay Their Way” plan to grow the economy and protect state taxpayers from the loss of current and future tax revenue generated by the Milwaukee Bucks.
Expert: Walker's Bucks arena proposal unique because money would come from small group of taxpayers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Will it seal the deal?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Will it seal the deal?
Five-month-old baby, man fatally stabbed, three others hurt on Milwaukee's west side
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Two people are dead and three more critically hurt after a stabbing incident that happened in a duplex near 39th and Clybourn around 8:30 a.m. on Friday, January 23rd.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Two people are dead and three more critically hurt after a stabbing incident that happened in a duplex near 39th and Clybourn around 8:30 a.m. on Friday, January 23rd.
Gov. Scott Walker REJECTS plan to build Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Kenosha
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Gov.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Gov.
Delayed! Final Common Council vote on proposed streetcar project pushed back to February 10th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delayed!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delayed!
On eve of critical Common Council vote, supporters, opponents of proposed streetcar speak out
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Ahead of a critical Milwaukee Common Council vote Wednesday, January 21st on the proposed downtown streetcar, the talk in Milwaukee Tuesday centered around that project.The discussion began during a gathering of Common Council members and a County Board supervisor, who are already exploring expanding the streetcar's service."There`s a system that can be developed.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Ahead of a critical Milwaukee Common Council vote Wednesday, January 21st on the proposed downtown streetcar, the talk in Milwaukee Tuesday centered around that project.The discussion began during a gathering of Common Council members and a County Board supervisor, who are already exploring expanding the streetcar's service."There`s a system that can be developed.
Report: Opponents of streetcar project to force delay on Common Council vote
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Business Journal reports opponents of the proposed streetcar project in downtown Milwaukee plan to "force a delay" on a decision during a meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 21st.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Business Journal reports opponents of the proposed streetcar project in downtown Milwaukee plan to "force a delay" on a decision during a meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 21st.
MLK celebration: Milwaukee leaders highlight community issues that need changing
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds gathered in Milwaukee for the state's largest celebration of Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds gathered in Milwaukee for the state's largest celebration of Dr.
Interested in a transitional job with the city of Milwaukee? Check out these upcoming info. sessions
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – The City of Milwaukee, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board (MAWIB) and the United Migrant Opportunity Services (UMOS), is hosting two information sessions for unemployed individuals interested in 115 newly-created six-month transitional jobs with the City of Milwaukee.Transitional Jobs participants who are successfully recruited, interviewed and employed will have the opportunity to work in the Department of Public Works, the Department of City Development and Neighborhood Services, and the Port of Milwaukee.The 115 workers will gain skills and experience while working under the direct supervision of city supervisors and alongside city employees and will be paid at least $10.10 per hour.The sessions are scheduled at the following date and times:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – The City of Milwaukee, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board (MAWIB) and the United Migrant Opportunity Services (UMOS), is hosting two information sessions for unemployed individuals interested in 115 newly-created six-month transitional jobs with the City of Milwaukee.Transitional Jobs participants who are successfully recruited, interviewed and employed will have the opportunity to work in the Department of Public Works, the Department of City Development and Neighborhood Services, and the Port of Milwaukee.The 115 workers will gain skills and experience while working under the direct supervision of city supervisors and alongside city employees and will be paid at least $10.10 per hour.The sessions are scheduled at the following date and times:
Mayor Barrett, Milwaukee Health Dept. remind residents to take precautions in extreme cold
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) remind residents to take precautions as extreme cold wind chills move into the area.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) remind residents to take precautions as extreme cold wind chills move into the area.
Two aldermen unveil petition to force binding referendum on proposed streetcar project
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Aldermen Bob Donovan and Joe Davis, Sr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Aldermen Bob Donovan and Joe Davis, Sr.
Rev. Jackson in Milwaukee marches with Hamilton family, meets with Mayor Barrett
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Rev.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Rev.
"What we need now is peace:" Barrett on decision to not charge Manney in Dontre Hamilton death
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett weighed in on the decision to not charge Christopher Manney in the Dontre Hamilton death during a news conference on Monday, December 22nd.During a news conference at 11:30 a.m., Barrett said it is his hope that protests in Milwaukee remain peaceful.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett weighed in on the decision to not charge Christopher Manney in the Dontre Hamilton death during a news conference on Monday, December 22nd.During a news conference at 11:30 a.m., Barrett said it is his hope that protests in Milwaukee remain peaceful.
"This is a big step:" Milwaukee to speed police training in handling of mentally ill
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — The family of Dontre Hamilton pushes for more police officer training, and city leaders jumped on board.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — The family of Dontre Hamilton pushes for more police officer training, and city leaders jumped on board.
Fate of proposed streetcar in downtown Milwaukee on hold for another month
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The final decision on the controversial Milwaukee streetcar proposal has been put on hold.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The final decision on the controversial Milwaukee streetcar proposal has been put on hold.
Looking to level the playing field: Lawmakers debate restrictions for sex offenders
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- They're on two different sides of the political aisle but there's a pressing issue in Wisconsin bringing two lawmakers together.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- They're on two different sides of the political aisle but there's a pressing issue in Wisconsin bringing two lawmakers together.
Homeless and at-risk veterans get home starter kits to transition into civilian life
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For many veterans, transitioning back to civilian life after service can be difficult.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For many veterans, transitioning back to civilian life after service can be difficult.
Enrollment events: First deadline for Health Insurance Marketplace coverage approaching
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With just five days remaining to purchase health insurance if you want coverage to begin January 1, 2015, Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) will continue a joint effort with the Milwaukee Enrollment Network and Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) to offer support in accessing the online Health Insurance Marketplace at select MPL branches throughout December.Health insurance marketplace enrollment continues through February 15, 2015.“The Milwaukee Enrollment Network and its partners, including Milwaukee Public Libraries and City of Milwaukee Health Department, are continuing a great collaboration this enrollment period,” said Mayor Tom Barrett. “As individuals continue to renew their health care coverage or explore new options available to them, we are happy to offer those who need assistance accessing the online Marketplace a friendly place to go with trained staff who can answer their questions.”Five Milwaukee Public Library branches will offer enrollment events in December, including prior to and on the December 15 deadline:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With just five days remaining to purchase health insurance if you want coverage to begin January 1, 2015, Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) will continue a joint effort with the Milwaukee Enrollment Network and Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) to offer support in accessing the online Health Insurance Marketplace at select MPL branches throughout December.Health insurance marketplace enrollment continues through February 15, 2015.“The Milwaukee Enrollment Network and its partners, including Milwaukee Public Libraries and City of Milwaukee Health Department, are continuing a great collaboration this enrollment period,” said Mayor Tom Barrett. “As individuals continue to renew their health care coverage or explore new options available to them, we are happy to offer those who need assistance accessing the online Marketplace a friendly place to go with trained staff who can answer their questions.”Five Milwaukee Public Library branches will offer enrollment events in December, including prior to and on the December 15 deadline:
"We're good to go:" Committee approves two TIF districts to help fund downtown streetcar project
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The controversial downtown streetcar proposal continues to generate debate.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The controversial downtown streetcar proposal continues to generate debate.
Dozens turn out to take part in Milwaukee's Transitional Jobs program
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dozens of people turned out to take part in Milwaukee's Transitional Jobs program on Tuesday morning, December 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dozens of people turned out to take part in Milwaukee's Transitional Jobs program on Tuesday morning, December 9th.