Geothermal systems, which tap into the earth for energy, would save the city money in the long run but require a large initial investment.
After a grueling three-day competition in the sun, snow, and rain, Spc. Brandon Byrne became the Wisconsin soldier of the year.
The city is re-branding itself as it embarks on several major development projects and continues to transform.
Just before the U.S. Senate voted down an expansion of background checks, Steve Scaffidi and three other U.S. mayors talked with Vice President Joe Biden about gun reforms.
Crews have begun removing concrete that covers many of the 85 acres at Drexel and Howell avenues. The concrete will be re-used in the Drexel Town Square development.
State Republican leaders held a press conference at Steelwind Industries to criticize federal taxes and highlight their work to decrease state taxes.
Milwaukee County taxpayers paid for trips some supervisors took to DC, Virginia Beach, and Wisconsin Counties Association events, and the question remains.. was this an appropriate use of the money?
A forum Thursday night in South Milwaukee spelled out all of the changes under a proposed bill reforming Milwaukee County government.
Steve Scaffidi will address his first year in office and various city issues in April 24 forum.
Oak Creek residents who use I-794 to get downtown will have their commute disrupted starting this fall. Work is scheduled to continue until 2016.
The event will be held April 20 to 27 in partnership with Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful.
The legislator behind a push to make the county board part time will discuss his proposal at a forum, which will also include a counterpoint from a county supervisor, Thursday in South Milwaukee.
Steven Kurkowski upset two-term Alderman Dan Jakubczyk in Tuesday's general election, while School Board Incumbents Frank Carini and Paul Mason were re-elected.
Puetz Road will be down to one lane near the Howell Avenue intersection as work continues on a water main project.
Friday is the last day for residents to vote early in person for Tuesday's election and clerks' offices across the state, including Oak Creek, are required to be open.
Oak Creek City Hall will light up in blue April 1 in support of an autism awareness campaign, and a group of educators are raising money for an April 6 walk.
The DNR will hold another public meeting on molybdenum as it continues reaching out to private well owners in southeastern Wisconsin.
Incumbent Alderman Dan Jakubczyk faces challenger Steven Kurkowski in the April 2 general election.
Everything you need to know about the elections on April 2, from Common Council to School Board, and where to vote.
The city will replace bridges, add sidewalks on Howell Ave. and rehabilitate a portion of Puetz Road.
Construction on a new fire station across from the post office could begin in August or September.
As Oak Creek's lakefront park continues to battle problems with its boat launch and beach, Milwaukee County and city officials are making progress on fixes.
Development agreements approved by the Oak Creek Common Council Tuesday night bring both projects one step closer to the beginning of construction.
Officials say clean dirt is imperative to lakefront redevelopment efforts, which have been hampered by environmental problems.
The Oak Creek Water and Sewer Utility is overseeing the construction of a water main between Liberty Lane and Howell Avenue.
Mayor Steve Scaffidi issued a city proclamation to the restaurant and owner Carlo Pedone.
In an interview with WISN 12 News, Oak Creek Mayor Steve Scaffidi says it is time for the United States Postal Service to do something with the land it owns just south of Mitchell International Airport — or to sell it so someone else can.
Several problems emerged on site plans for a long-discussed hotel and airport parking lot project near the corner of Howell and College avenues.
The overnight work requires full freeway closures between the airport and Ryan Road in Oak Creek.
Lanes will be widened, median openings adjusted and intersections reconstructed between College and Drexel avenues.
The Oak Creek Common Council narrowly voted to allow the DNR to release stingless wasps, with some aldermen worried about introducing another non-native species to the area.
Three interchange ramps and multiple lanes on Rawson Avenue are closed, which will be a theme throughout the rest of the year.
Steve Yttri has retired after working nearly 20 years for the Oak Creek Water and Sewer Utility.
See if your street is on the finalized list of road construction projects in Oak Creek this year.
Sal's Beer and Wine will open in the former Smiles space at the corner of Drexel and Howell avenues. The council also granted an alcohol license for the new Sadie's restaurant.
Street Superintendent Mike Lampe worked for Oak Creek for 40-plus years before retiring Friday.
With big votes coming this spring, Oak Creek council members seek to answer questions and gather public input.
Hundreds participated in the inaugural event, aimed at getting residents fit and building community.
Alderman Dan Bukiewicz will host a listening session on Oak Creek issues March 4 at the library.
Drivers should look for freeway ramps and Rawson Avenue lanes to be closed in the coming months.