#milwaukee

E.W. Scripps has implemented layoffs at its Milwaukee television station, TMJ4. Over a dozen employees were affected by these workforce reductions. The affected roles primarily included behind-the-scenes positions. On-air talent was not part of this latest round of cuts. This action is part of broader organizational changes within Scripps.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/business/2026/10/27/more-than-a-dozen-laid-off-at-tmj4-as-scripps-embraces-ai-automation/92465858007/

Mayor Cavalier Johnson's proposed budget for 2027 increases police and fire staffing while investing heavily in local streets. This plan avoids layoffs but necessitates significant withdrawals from city reserves. The budget also includes increases in parking costs, user fees, and property taxes. A substantial structural gap remains, largely attributed to stagnant state shared revenue. The city faces ongoing fiscal challenges despite these measures.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2026/09/22/city-budget-boosts-police-fire-and-violence-prevention-but-at-a-price/

Milwaukee Public Schools is actively recruiting educators from Chicago. This initiative comes as Chicago Public Schools prepares to lay off hundreds of staff members. The Wisconsin district aims to hire 200 teachers and paraprofessionals. They are hosting a two-day recruitment fair in Chicago this week. This effort seeks to fill positions with an average salary of $90,000 plus benefits.

Chicago, Illinois

https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/milwaukee-public-schools-recruiting-chicago-teachers/

Ask about that number in the next town hall.

Leadership has been sworn to secrecy for that reason alone. It is a big number and it will get a lot of press in Milwaukee. Extravagant north building rebuild. Eating a massive loss on Franklin. Mckinsie is leading the way. All while collecting massive consulting fees.

How weird was that? The enthusiasm as they tried to sell it from Milwaukee. Did anyone notice all of the empty seats? The fake excitement about the future was nauseating.

Milwaukee Public Schools announced job cuts affecting 201 employees. These layoffs are part of a plan to close a $46 million budget gap. The teachers union and parent groups are demanding the district reverse these cuts. They also call for pausing the budgeting process for increased community input. District officials maintain the budget timeline is legally required and does not include classroom teachers.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/education/2026/04/08/criticism-mounts-against-milwaukee-public-schools-plan-to-cut-staff/89500469007/

Happened today, couple people disappeared after 10am. Confirmed with one of them.

Milwaukee’s school superintendent proposes significant job cuts. Brenda Cassellius plans to eliminate over 260 non-classroom positions. This action aims to save the district $30 million. The superintendent seeks to protect classroom teachers and support staff. The Milwaukee Teachers Education Association opposes these proposed layoffs.

https://www.thecentersquare.com/north_carolina/article_ad48ab3f-5a71-444a-9aae-825d831d5978.html

Cargill will close its Milwaukee ground beef facility. This decision impacts 221 employees. The plant will wind down production in April and fully close in May. Local organizations are mobilizing to support the displaced workers. Jobs Work MKE and Employ Milwaukee are offering free career workshops.

https://www.tmj4.com/news/milwaukee-county/cargill-layoffs-prompt-milwaukee-workforce-organizations-to-mobilize-support-for-221-workers

Any updates on size of work force in Milwaukee? Any insight on AT&T plans regarding job functions other than local designations? Is current HC stable?