City Hall
Stunned Council Grills FPC Director
"It all doesn't add up" two aldermen say, while Hamilton says questions were answered.
Dec 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
“Officer Ray’s” FPC Appointment Okayed
Committee approves appointment of retired officer to police oversight board.
Dec 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Taylor Blames FPC Problems on Mayor
Mayoral opponent accuses Barrett of mismanagement, corruption, cronyism.
Dec 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
An Aldermanic Rematch on South Side
Donovan's aide Patty Doherty will again run against Scott Spiker.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
City Targets Scam Artists and Slumlords
Fines doubled to ensure city-repaired bargain homes aren't turned into rentals.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council to Review Fire & Police Commission
Sudden review comes after FPC cancels meeting and troubles at commission reported.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?
Second public resignation and much staff turnover under new executive director.
Dec 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Bans Most Plastic Straws
Use by bars and restaurants prohibited unless customers request them.
Nov 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Every Barrett Veto
Without debate Common Council overrides mayor, keeps 59 amendments to budget
Nov 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Officially Declares Re-Election Bid
Mayor running for 5th term, hopes to serve 20 years as city's leader.
Nov 20th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Issues 8 Budget Vetoes
Vetoes attack borrowing, garbage truck replacement, blight elimination.
Nov 19th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Overtime Costs a Budget Problem
Council discusses how to trim annual cost of $17 million. Unfunded service for Summerfest an issue.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
