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John Weishan

Jan 27, 2014

Milwaukee County supervisor threatens pay cut lawsuit

Milwaukee County supervisors are considering suing County Executive Chris Abele to force him to cut the salaries of several department directors.

Nov 21, 2013

Milwaukee County votes to petition state high court over pensions

Milwaukee County’s Board of Supervisors narrowly approved a measure Thursday to petition the state Supreme Court to review a case that could affect county employees’ pensions.

Jul 11, 2013

Milwaukee County looks to settle with sheriff on court costs

Milwaukee County could pay $95,000 to cover Sheriff David Clarke Jr.’s legal fees in exchange for his promise to drop five appeals.

Jun 19, 2013

Milwaukee County moves to fire its corporation counsel

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors is expected to fire the county’s top in-house attorney Thursday.

Mar 21, 2013

Milwaukee County supervisors push back in battle for HOC control

Milwaukee County supervisors reaffirmed their wish Thursday for the interim House of Correction superintendent to access the facility despite the county executive’s assertion the resolution would hinder rather than help.

Jan 24, 2013

Milwaukee County supervisors want shift in House of Correction control (UPDATE)

Milwaukee County supervisors gave Sheriff David Clarke control of the House of Corrections and now they want to take it away.

May 10, 2012

Milwaukee County rejects sheriff’s private attorney request (UPDATE)

A Milwaukee County judiciary board Thursday shot down Sheriff David Clarke’s request to retain outside counsel in matters pertaining to his professional duties.

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