Spurred by projected hiring goals, local unions are in a rush to certify members in Milwaukee’s Residents Preference Program before the first of three major projects breaks ground in fall.

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Milwaukee County is looking to change the way it pays for workforce development.

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A new Milwaukee County initiative, Ready to Work, begins this year and will help Milwaukee County residents gain access to available jobs within the county.

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By Marie Rohde A shortage of skilled blue-collar workers could slow the global economy’s recovery, but the image of the construction trades is discouraging students from entering the industry, according to a study from Manpower Inc. The Manpower study warned ...

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By Sean Ryan Those fighting for more minorities in construction apprenticeships are split over whether it will take a heavy or a helping hand to get the job done. Paul Blackman, who last year complained to the U.S. Department of ...

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