Evan Goyke

Comptroller Discovers Housing Authority Owes City An Additional $4 Million

Latest 'crippling' blow for HACM adds to long list of problems.

City Pays $1 Million More in Firefighter Settlement

All told Milwaukee will pay $2.15 million to settle overtime payment lawsuits.

City To Host Discussion On ICE Facility, But Attorney Suggests It May Be Moot Point

But there are options the city has to possibly slow or redirect plan.

Mayor Wants MPS To Pay For Police in Schools

Johnson says solution is to bring back 5/6th cost-sharing agreement.

Rep. Margaret Arney Sworn in as Wisconsin State Representative

Succeeds Outgoing Rep Evan Goyke

With Budget Debate Looming, Assembly Fills Remainder of Powerful Finance Committee

Rep. Mark Born and Sen. Howard Marklein will continue to chair JFC.

Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes

Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.

Council Could Send People’s Flag To April Referendum

But the multi-step process is off to a rocky start.

Statement on the charges filed against former City Attorney Tearman Spencer

Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff October 2, 2024

Former City Attorney Tearman Spencer Charged with Felony Misconduct

Spencer is alleged to use his city position to avoid fees on storing his car collection.

City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers

Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.

SDC Appoints Vincent Bobot Interim CEO

Attorney and SDC board member says the goal is 'to preserve and keep SDC running.'

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

Mayors Offer Plea To Republicans For Federal Support

Cavalier Johnson joined by Miami mayor and National League of Cities leader, among others.

Anti-Republican Group Takes Over Downtown Streets

Coalition to March on the RNC is the result of some 100 groups coming together.

Milwaukee Will Drop Private Security Licensing Requirement

New city attorney throws in towel on lawsuit, but vows to provide council with long-term solution.

Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy

Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.

Effort To Ban Guns From Area Around RNC Fails

Ald. Robert Bauman wanted to challenge state law, but his colleagues demur.

One-Fourth of Assembly Will Be Newbies

Fair maps drawn by both parties for first time in 12 years could transform the Assembly.

Community forum will explore current issues in Milwaukee

New City Attorney Brings Back Deputy Who Departed Under Spencer

Mary Schanning will return to City Hall as one of Evan Goyke's top deputies.

City Attorney Evan Goyke Announces the Hiring of Former Deputy City Attorney Mary Schanning

Council, City Officials Celebrate Inauguration

'When you go into public service, you should feel the weight and responsibility.'

Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements

6 plaintiffs challenge ordinance tightening rules for businesses hiring security.

Will Legislators Run Or Not?

The long list of legislators in newly mapped districts who haven't filed to run includes Robin Vos.

Brady Coulthard, State Assembly District 14 Candidate, Earns Endorsement of State Representative Evan Goyke

“Brady Coulthard represents the new leadership and voice the Wisconsin State Assembly desperately needs.”

State Representative Evan Goyke to Leave Assembly at End of Term

Crunching the Data on Spring Election

Which Milwaukee voters supported Biden, Trump, MPS referendum and City Attorney Tearman Spencer?

Alexander Fends Off Challenge for Board Seat

Alexander beats first-time candidate Brandon Williford in district on northwest side.

Jack Eckblad Wins Bay View County Board Seat

Defeats Ron Jansen for open seat representing southeastern part of Milwaukee.

Evan Goyke Ousts Tearman Spencer As City Attorney

Spencer had been plagued by problems and controversies during his one term in office.

2024 Spring Election Results

MPS referendum and county exec, mayor, Common Council and County Board races all on ballot.

Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Officers Association and Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215 Endorse Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Endorsed by 14 Organizations and 13 Leaders Before Election Day

City Attorney Race Is Vitally Important

Incumbent Tearman Spencer has caused countless problems for City of Milwaukee.

Meet the Candidates For City Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer

Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.

MTEA Announces Endorsements in April 2nd Election

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Celebrates Assembly Passage of AB 182

Relating to: Rental Readiness and AB 183-Relating to: Establishing and Operating Reentry Centers

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Longer List of Endorsements in advance of Tuesday Feb 20 Primary Election

County Treasurer Dave Cullen Announces Reelection Bid

With many endorsements, Cullen faces Ted Chisholm in Democratic primary.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses Evan Goyke for Milwaukee City Attorney

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses in Spring Election

Democratic Party of Milwaukee County Endorses Evan Goyke for City Attorney

Rep. Evan Goyke Announces Strong Support from Area Labor Unions in Campaign for City Attorney

Notables Attend City Birthday Party

The city's 178th birthday party offered fun, food and political chatter.

Lena Taylor Appointed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Long-serving state senator is latest Evers appointment to local circuit court.

Gov. Evers Appoints Sen. Lena Taylor to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements

MTEA Announces Endorsement of Evan Goyke for City Attorney

Goyke Reports $91k Cash on Hand for Milwaukee City Attorney Race

Former City Attorney Grant Langley Endorses Evan Goyke in 2024 City Attorney Race

Will There Be a City Attorney Race?

Candidates must collect 1,500-3,000 signatures. Where is the incumbent?

Nonprofit executive and community advocate Sharlen Moore files for candidacy to serve residents of the 10th Aldermanic District

How Will Council Handle Scathing Report on City Attorney?

Deputy city attorney's moonlighting and Tearman Spencer's lax oversight at issue.

City Attorney Spencer Faces Inspector’s Call For Ouster, Likely Violation Of Discrimination Law

Inspector General says attorney, deputy committed misconduct in office, state hearing coming on separate case.

Milwaukee Could Get State’s First Reentry Center For Those Leaving Prison

State-sponsored facility aims to be one-stop shop for resources.

Rep. Goyke Statement on Joint Finance Committee Appointment

Rep. Deb Andraca Appointed to Joint Committee on Finance

County Public Hearing Debates Sales Tax

Most speakers favor sales tax hike, citing the specter of massive cuts to government services.

How Evers Can Change Budget With Partial Vetoes

He could veto top tax bracket cut. He could also veto entire budget bill.

Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax

And blasts state policy restrictions while insisting tax is far from a 'Milwaukee bailout.'

The Last Hurrah For Rep. Goyke

At his last budget hearing Milwaukee legislator Evan Goyke gets teased and praised.

Have Republicans Put Milwaukee Transit On Chopping Block?

Milwaukee legislators oppose move by GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee.

GOP Won’t Staff Crime Lab, Licensing Department At Requested Levels

Bipartisan push for more staffing to resolve problems."You own any issues," says Rep. Goyke to GOP.

GOP Strips Gov. Evers $750 Million Broadband Plan From Budget

Green Bay gets $2 million for 2025 NFL Draft.

GOP Legislators Approve Pay Hike for Prosecutors, Public Defenders

Evers budget called for $35 per hour. Joint Finance plan goes $1 higher.

Evers Vision Trashed by Republicans

It's governor's vision vs. 12 Republicans on Joint Finance Committee. Who's right?

Legislative Committee Rejects Funds for State’s Largest Land Conservation Plan

Republicans spike proposal to preserve 70,000 acres of forest in northern Wisconsin.

Rep. Robyn Vining and Rep. Evan Goyke to Hold Joint State Budget Listening Session

Democrats Hold State Budget Listening Session in Milwaukee

Republican leaders scheduled sessions in four cities in state, but not Milwaukee, Madison.

Sara Geenen Campaign Announces More Than 50 Endorsements From Judges & Elected Officials

“It’s Budget Season and I’m Listening!”

Rep. Deb Andraca Announces Budget Listening Sessions

Republicans Hide Details on Stewardship Fund

Legislators reduce project grant without revealing who objected or what exactly is funded.

Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Collaborate on Fire Station

Deal on fire station near cities' border enables Milwaukee to reactivate central city station.

Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance

Cash bail is binding constitutional amendment, while public assistance vote is only advisory.

Why Bipartisan Expungement Bill Needed

Current law makes it complicated and costly to clear your criminal record.

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Sixth Term

Rep. Madison and Rep. Clancy Sworn In to the Wisconsin State Assembly

Goyke Will Challenge Spencer for City Attorney

Democratic state representative plans run against highly controversial city official.

State Has Many Uncontested Legislative Races

Why newcomers Ryan Clancy on East Side, Dave Maxey in New Berlin face no opponent.

Protestors Denounce Republican ‘Racist’ Ads

Protest held outside state party’s office in Bronzeville.

Legislators Okay $31 Million For Opioid Treatment

Joint Finance makes $3 million change in how Evers planned to spend opioid suit settlement money.

County Ready For New Youth Correction Facility

With state funding approved, county officials are ready to build facility.

Jessica Katzenmeyer Endorsed by Former Candidate, Tom Palzewicz

“Jessica is an inspiring and bold leader who will diligently represent our communities in Madison," said Palzewicz.

State Finance Committee Approves Funding For County Youth Justice Center

State Legislature follows through on juvenile justice plan passed back in 2018.

Denita Ball Wins Sheriff’s Race

Ball wins with 55% of the vote, defeating Brian Barkow and Thomas Beal.

Evers Announces Milwaukee Site For Lincoln Hills Replacement

Replacement for troubled youth justice facility would be on city's northwest side.

Concordia 27 Will Offer Housing, Meals, Education

NWSP, State, Wiegand to redevelop N. 27th St. building, create west side community hub.

Should Milwaukee Remove A Second Freeway?

1.5-mile-long Wisconsin Highway 175, formerly US 41, could become a boulevard.

Legislators Rewrite State Plan for Federal Highway Money

Finance committee makes sure funds to reduce congestion can’t support bicycle, pedestrian travel.

Legislature Fails to Address Pension Crisis

400,000 seniors in Wisconsin will be living in poverty by 2030, state Task Force warned.

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.

Open Letter to the People of Ukraine

Bill Gives Every Child a Savings Account

Bipartisan bill creates ‘401Kids’ accounts seeded with $25, managed by state investment board.

Assembly Approves Funds for Lincoln Hills Replacement

Troubled youth prison was supposed to be closed by now.

Assembly Passes Early Vote Counting Bill

A raft of election related bills passed, some adding additional requirements to absentee voting.

Will Lincoln Hills Youth Prison Finally Close?

And at what cost? Legislature debates the issue anew.

Democrats Propose Criminal Justice Reforms

Rejecting Republican ‘tough on crime’ approach as 'costly, ineffective.'

Representative Evan Goyke Endorses Dr. Denita Ball for Milwaukee County Sheriff

Rep. Goyke calls Dr. Ball the most qualified candidate for the job.

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $100

Contribution to Justin Bielinski of $50

Contribution to Russell W. Stamper, II of $50

Contribution to Josh Zepnick of $50