Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson announced on Monday, June 15, 2020, Executive Order #20-15, which makes Juneteenth Day an official holiday in Milwaukee County. "Beginning this year, Milwaukee County will officially recognize this important day in American history," said Crowley, the first African American elected to the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County declares Juneteenth Day an official holiday
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David Crowley sworn in as Milwaukee’s first African American county executive
For the first time in nearly a decade, Milwaukee County has a new county executive. David Crowley was sworn in outside his Milwaukee home Monday, May 4, 2020, succeeding Chris Abele and becoming the first African American to hold the county's top job. "We have a lot to do and I'm excited to get to work for the people of Milwaukee County," Crowley said after being sworn … [Read more...] about David Crowley sworn in as Milwaukee’s first African American county executive