Author: Staff

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 494 (IBEW) / National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) announced the donation of 110 computers to the Milwaukee House of Correction on September 4. IBEW/NECA recently purchased the former ITT Technical Institute on Layton Avenue in Greenfield, and it operates as the second campus for the Milwaukee Electrical Joint Apprenticeship & Training Center (JATC). The House of Corrections picked up the computers this week, and inmates will begin the recycling process within the next several weeks. “IBEW and NECA exemplifies what it means to be a true...

Owners of Strauss Brands, Mayor Tom Barrett, and regional economic development officials announced on September 4 that Strauss will construct a 175,000 square foot headquarters and meat processing operation at Milwaukee’s Century City business park. Strauss supplies premium quality, sustainably and humanely raised meats to customers coast to coast. Their fastest growing segments include grass-fed beef, and organic beef as well as other speciality meats. Products can be purchased at fine retailers and restaurants throughout the Milwaukee area. “Since 1937, we have proudly operated both in and around Milwaukee. With the support of Mayor Barrett and Milwaukee economic development...

The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) issued a statement on August 28 urging area residents to stop using any vape and e-cigarette devices immediately. Severe pulmonary disease was discovered among teens and adults who reported vaping. As of August 28, 16 individuals have been hospitalized with severe chemical pneumonitis or chemical pneumonia, which is the inflammation of the lungs due to aspiration or inhalation of irritants. Another dozen cases are under investigation. These individuals had used vape products or dab pens – vaping marijuana oils, extracts, or concentrates – in the weeks and months prior to hospitalization. The...