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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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$4.6M hole in Crowley's county budget emerges a day after election

Less than 24 hours after Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley's meteoric victory to become Wisconsin's 47th governor , his administration disclosed a software error resulting in a $4.6 million hole in his proposed 2027 county budget. Crowley's administration knew about it roughly two weeks before the election, according to his budget office – and the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors is set to vote on that budget Nov. 5. In a memo issued the day before budget adoption, the county's budget office alerted the County Board, the county's finance committee and County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell to the discrepancy that arose from a new automated process intended to streamline budget calculations. The timing of the disclosure the day after Tuesday's election prompted criticism from the supervisor heading the county finance committee, calling it a "political decision to wait until after the election." Crowley's campaign for governor did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The budget office said the error was not a manual data entry mistake, but rather a formulaic error used for the budget process. As a result, the change caused an error in two airport-related budget accounts. The mistake overstated county tax-levy savings tied to the

Milwaukee County, WI · 1d

FOX 6 Milwaukee

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We Energies rate increase approved

Milwaukee County, WI · 5h

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This Massive Wisconsin Flea Market Is So Enormous You’ll Need An Entire Day To Explore

There are places in Wisconsin that make you feel like you’ve discovered a secret, and the Wilmot Flea Market in Wilmot is absolutely one of them, except the secret is out and apparently everyone already knows. The parking lot is your first clue that something serious is happening here.

Kenosha County, WI · 1d
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Wisconsin’s first Buc-ee’s now has a 500-day timeline

Wisconsin’s first Buc-ee’s now has a detailed construction clock. Our previous Wisconsin Buc-ee’s update covered the start of site work and the city’s early-2028 expectation; the project’s construction manager has…

Oak Creek, WI · 2d

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9 Wisconsin November Festivals To Enjoy Before Winter Takes Over

A Christmas parade in one Wisconsin city rolls out after dark and draws roughly 80,000 people. In November. I love that kind of stubborn cheer. The same month brings a five-day film festival inside a 1915 vaudeville house and a light show with more than 2 million bulbs. November here...

Wisconsin · 2d

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Gov.-elect David Crowley discusses blue wave, goals for office

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley will be the next governor of Wisconsin, after clinching a sizeable win Tuesday over U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany. The Milwaukee Democrat won’t be alone in Madison: Democrats also flipped the state Legislature, and will be in control of the Senate and Assembly for at least the next two years.

Wisconsin · 7h

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This Underrated Wisconsin City Is Where Gen Z Can Actually Afford Their First Dream Home

Nobody talks about Racine, Wisconsin the way they should, and honestly, that’s been working out just fine for the people who already live there. Racine is sitting on the western shore of Lake Michigan, doing its thing, while the rest of the country argues about housing prices and wonders why homeownership feels like a fantasy.

Racine, WI · 2d

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Referendum Results; Sheriff Races; Kenosha Court Clerk

(WGTD)---Donald Vandervest will be Racine County’s next sheriff, replacing Christopher Schmaling who’s retiring. Vandervest, an investigator in the department running as a Democrat, narrowly defeated Sheriff’s Dept. Captain Cary Madrigal. In Kenosha County, Sheriff Dave Zoerner defeated write-in candidate Gary Roberts. In Walworth County, Tom Hausner easily defeated his opponent to replace the retiring Dave Gerber.

Kenosha County, WI · 2d

The Independent

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Computer error leaves major city $4 million in the hole for the upcoming year

Your browser does not support the video tag. Oops. A computer error has Milwaukee County, Wisconsin , facing a $4.56 million hole in its proposed 2027 budget . The problem came to light Wednesday, just one day after County Executive David Crowley defeated Republican Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's gubernatorial race. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors is set to vote on that budget Thursday. The shortfall stems from a switch to an automated system for handling some budget calculations that were previously done by hand. A mistake in the system's formula reversed the positive and negative signs on two financial entries involving the county airport, throwing off its budget projections. The error affected two accounts tied to Milwaukee County's airport budget. The system incorrectly calculated a $4.49 million airport depreciation contribution and about $2.21 million in airport revenue from reserves, making it appear the county would save $4.6 million more in property taxes than it actually would, according to WISN . That left a $4.6 million hole in the county's proposed $1.5 billion budget for 2027. The budget error was revealed a day after County Executive David Crowley’s victory over Republican Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's gubernatorial race (Reuters) The missing

Milwaukee County, WI · 23h

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Lake Geneva school community stunned after referendum fails by just one vote

A referendum for Woods School near Lake Geneva failed by the slimmest of margins on Election Day. 297 people voted for it, but 298 people voted against it.

Lake Geneva, WI · 1d

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Hiawatha West Draws Federal Funding Toward Madison

MILWAUKEE — Amtrak on October 22 welcomed the Federal Railroad Administration’s selection of Hiawatha West for Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements funding. The award advances an extension of Chicago-Milwaukee Hiawatha service west into Waukesha, Jefferson, and Dane counties, including Madison, Watertown, and Pewaukee. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Amtrak are developing the project with the host railroads, CPKC and the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad, a Watco property. The same track work is meant to benefit the Borealis and the Empire Builder as well.

Wisconsin · 2d

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Racine Mayor Cory Mason won't seek reelection

RACINE, Wis. - Racine Mayor Cory Mason on Friday announced that he will not seek reelection in April 2027. Mason was first elected in a special election in 2017. He was later reelected to two full terms as mayor. What they're saying:. In a statement, Mason said:. "Twenty years ago...

Racine, WI · 2h

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Lake County residents fight $18B data center project in court

A judge is hearing arguments on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to block an $18 billion data center project in Grayslake. Neighborhood groups accuse the village and developers of violating zoning laws, due process and the Open Meetings Act while raising concerns about noise and environmental impacts. The...

Grayslake, IL · 4h

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Central High, UWL grad to lead state Republican caucus

MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) -- Senate Republicans have elected Sen. Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin) to serve as Minority Leader of the Wisconsin State Senate for the upcoming legislative session, according to a release.

Wisconsin · 19h

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Elmbrook Voters Pass $100 Million School Overhaul, First Since 2008

Pilgrim Park Middle School — Referendum-Funded Renovation Target. Elmbrook School District voters approved a $100 million referendum on Tuesday, clearing the way for renovations at four of the district’s oldest schools in Brookfield, Wisconsin. The measure marks the first time district voters have passed a referendum since 2008, and it targets buildings that have been in use since the late 1950s and 1960s.

Brookfield, WI · 2d

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A Christmas Tree Arrives in Kenosha, Signaling the Start of the Holiday Season

KENOSHA, Wis. (WLIP)— A 34-foot Colorado blue spruce has found its new home at Veterans Memorial Park, where it will soon become the centerpiece of Kenosha’s annual holiday celebration. The city’s 2026 Christmas tree arrived at the park after a carefully coordinated operation involving the Kenosha Parks Department,...

Kenosha, WI · 2d

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New Berlin mayor controversy, special meeting held

A petition to remove New Berlin Mayor Dave Ament from office was the only item on the agenda on Thursday night, Nov. 5. FOX6's Abril Preciado was there and has more.

New Berlin, WI · 14h

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Voters in some Wisconsin communities reject public safety referendums during Tuesday election

Voters in municipalities around Wisconsin rejected public safety referendums Tuesday that would have increased police and fire staffing in their communities,. Referendums in the cities of Muskego, New Berlin and Plymouth all failed to win voter support. The measures would have increased the annual property tax levies to help pay for more police officers or firefighters and paramedics.

New Berlin, WI · 1d

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Wisconsin Toy & Food Drives for 2026 Holiday Season

Embrace the spirit of giving, support your local community, and explore these 2026 holiday food and toy drives in the Badger State. The post Wisconsin Toy & Food Drives for 2026 Holiday Season appeared first on Fabulous Wisconsin .

Wisconsin · 2d

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Gateway Taps a Lake County Fundraiser and Planner to Lead New GTC Office

(WGTD)---A woman with a background in philanthropy, higher education and workforce development in Lake County has been picked to fill a new position at Gateway Technical College. Laura Gergely will become Gateway's first Vice President of Advancement & Strategic Partnerships, according to an email from Gateway President Veronique Tran. Most...

Kenosha, WI · 1d