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Downtown Bridge Openings Rise Even As Water Levels Fall
Annual bridge openings growing by the thousands.
Aug 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Ave. Will Sport Honorary Name For Robert Cocroft
Cocroft spent his career first in the military, then helping others once they left.
Jul 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeking Grant For Streetcar Convention Center Extension
$33 million project could receive boost with $25 million in federal funds.
Jul 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Biden’s Infrastructure Czar Visits City, Touts Lead Lateral Funding
City has replaced 524 laterals this year, but Biden administration says that will greatly increase with federal funding.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Design Board Okays Third Ward Project
5-story, 258-unit, $80 million complex near Summerfest gets conditional approval, with more revisions expected.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City’s Recycling Up 9%, Revenues Up, Too
New methods of collection boost amount recycled, supply-chain issues increase revenues.
Jul 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Making Progress on Reckless Driving
Mayor Johnson providing leadership. But more needs to be done.
Jul 4th, 2022 by Jordan Morales
Milwaukee Seeks Partners On Project Lowering Speed Limits
Firms will design outreach campaign, measure results for project to lower speed limits to 20 mph.
Jul 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bicycle-Walking Trail Would Run From S. 105th St. To Lakefront
9-mile Powerline Trail would connect Milwaukee and 3 suburbs. First leg opens this year.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd
Southside park boasts splash pad, playground, futsal and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields
Jun 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Wants To Be Milwaukee’s Public Works Czar?
Mayor Cavalier Johnson seeking new Public Works Commissioner.
Jun 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths
City, led by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, adopts "Vision Zero" policy
Jun 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Approves Scooters Through 2023
But it will take until at least August for private operators to re-enter Milwaukee.
Jun 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Scooters Set For August Return
Council poised to approve new "study" on Tuesday, which would last through 2023.
Jun 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Selling 1880s-Era Building Near Downtown
2,436-square-foot commercial building on W. Walnut St. could house a variety of uses.
Jun 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council To Vote On Bringing Back Scooters
Special meeting called for June 20
Jun 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
$2 Million Grant Will Train Minorities, Help Replace Lead Laterals
Federal infrastructure funds help Milwaukee Water Works expand, diversify workforce.
May 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Century City Will Be Used For Concrete Crushing
Concrete will be trucked west from N. Humboldt Blvd.
May 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Traffic Gardens’ Coming to MPS Buildings
Part of Safe Routes to School program, teaching students how to bike and follow rules of the road.
May 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Taco John’s, Popeyes Opening Near Airport
Plan Commission okays two new fast food places in vacant site at 5th and Layton.
May 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Green Infrastructure Project Planned For Interstate 94 and Becher Street
Site divides Harbor District and Bay View from Lincoln Village, has homeless encampment.
May 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Street Lighting Still Burning Issue For City
Lights are frequently out. Council allocates $20 million to replace them, but effort may take years to complete.
May 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Special Election Called For Kovac’s Seat
Veteran alderman is now the city budget director. Primary would be on August 9
May 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Temporarily Lost More Than 8,000 Citations
Offenses including speeding, disorderly conduct, assault and battery had no follow-up after ticket issued.
May 5th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs Kovac For Budget Director
A unanimous vote for alderman, whose resignation is expected to occur May 9.
May 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
No New Jackpot Tax at Potawatomi
Borkowski pulls his proposal after meeting with casino CEO. But he already has a new more modest plan.
May 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor, Students Celebrate Arbor Day With Tree Planting
Mayor Johnson, DPW plant trees along 30th Street corridor with students from nearby schools.
Apr 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Vliet Street Reconstruction Gets Federal Funding
Plus: Humboldt reconstruction nearly 50% over budget and the future of Highway 175.
Apr 27th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
DPW Plans Surge of Traffic-Calming Bump Outs
Plan to combat reckless driving, protect pedestrians using ARPA funds.
Apr 26th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Will Lead Public Works Department?
Proposal would give Mayor Johnson ability to pick non-engineer to lead key department.
Apr 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Melvina Park Expansion To Start Later This Year
Century City park will quadruple in size, replacing empty parking lots with play space.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address
A who's who crowd cheers Johnson's vision of improved public safety and family-supporting jobs
Apr 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Approves 31 New Speed Humps, More Expected
But backlog of sidewalk repairs looms
Apr 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Should National Avenue Rebuild Include Plans for Streetcar?
Alderman Bauman floats idea as strategy to save money if future extension is built.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wells Street Could Gain Raised Bike Lanes
Quarter-mile stretch will be rebuilt through East Town.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Traffic Calming Efforts Advancing On Two Downtown Arteries
Water and Van Buren streets would be rebuilt with a focus on safety.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Scooters Were Popular, But Will They Return?
Scooter ridership set records in 2021. Alderman floats pathway to bring them back.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
What Do Milwaukee Mayors Do?
Like a public sector CEO, running 20 city departments.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Karen Dettmer Leaving City For Federal Job
Interim Public Works Commissioner, former Water Works leader will join federal EPA.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Workers Seeking Raises Find Open Ears, Empty Pockets
Pension cliff and stagnant wages are pushing city toward a 'tipping point.'
Mar 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Board Approves New Tower
Design approval for 31-story, 333-unit building with retail space facing river and outdoor patio.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Plans Focus on Jobs
Mayoral candidate wants to grow city’s population, economy, employment.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Feedback Sought On Bay View Park’s Design
Plan to overhaul Zillman Park at north end of neighborhood seeks citizen input.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Feds Pursuing Complete Streets
A goal of safe and accessible roadways for all users isn't just a Milwaukee policy anymore.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Where Do City’s Felled Trees Go?
City cuts down and replaces some 3,500 trees per year. What does it do with the wood?
Feb 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Buren Could Receive Protected Bike Lane
City of Milwaukee considering three options.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street
Extension of KK River Trail, traffic calming for Oklahoma Ave and safety improvements for S. 13th Street.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Poised To Use $8.5 Million From TIFs to Combat Reckless Driving
Projects located near Midtown Center, Burnham Park and East Town.
Feb 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Official Milwaukee Christmas Tree Becoming Art, Beer and Mulch
You can own or drink a piece of the city's 108th annual holiday tree.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Gallery With Artist Housing Proposed For West Side
Neighborhood resident proposes to redevelop fire-damaged building built in 1875.
Feb 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Needs Act of Congress Because of Couture-Streetcar Delay
City officials admit project is behind schedule.
Feb 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Funding for Lead Pipe Removal Likely a Year Away
But Milwaukee Water Works officials were encouraged by show of confidence from VP Harris.
Jan 26th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Assessment Commissioner Chosen
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson picks Nicole Larsen to first serve as Chief Assessor, then Assessment Commissioner.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Contracts COVID-19
Johnson is fully vaccinated and boosted.
Jan 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Projects Test Traffic Calming
And 16 more projects coming next year, in city effort to combat reckless driving.
Dec 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Does City Need Third Drop-Off Center for Waste?
DPW says it would provide efficiencies, but one alderman balks at the cost.
Dec 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Issue Parking Tickets By Mail
Change comes as a result of threats, attacks on parking checkers.
Dec 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
A Harbor District Revival
1915 building at 2nd and Mineral racked up lawsuits, code violations. New owner going back to basics.
Dec 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Plan Targets Reckless Driving
Acting-mayor-to-be and mayoral candidate Cavalier Johnson releases detailed plan of action.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Dettmer’s Appointment As Public Works Head Is Historic
First female to lead DPW, first time that no major mayor-appointed leaders are white males.
Dec 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Buren’s Supernova Ascent
Two projects will reshape the newly two-lane street.
Dec 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Make Speed Humps Cheaper
Committee approves slashing cost for property owners by 69% to combat reckless driving.
Dec 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Should 20 MPH Be Milwaukee’s Default Speed Limit?
City has money set aside to lower speed limits, particularly on side streets.
Dec 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
DPW Unveils 16 Traffic Calming Projects
Effort being funded with American Rescue Plan Act funds. Construction to start in spring.
Dec 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Begin Mailing Parking Tickets
Starting with tickets given at night, to protect parking checkers from verbal threats and physical assaults.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
A Green Infrastructure Plan For Lynden Hill
Upgrade of area near 23rd and McKinley part of bigger plan to capture 8.5 million gallons of stormwater.
Nov 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Cathedral Square’s New Frame
Streetscaping project aims to beautify park, support community events.
Nov 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Works Commissioner Jeff Polenske Leaving For Private Sector
Three-decade government veteran "retiring" for private-sector employment.
Nov 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Nov. 21 Is Deadline For Raking Your Leaves
City extends annual leaf pickup by one week. Plus: more snowplow operators hired.
Nov 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?
Black sprinter was once "fastest man in the world," and later a political trailblazer.
Nov 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
116 Non-Vaccinated Workers Face Suspension
And possible termination. 95.3% of general city employees complied with vaccine mandate.
Nov 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Buren Will Become Two Lane Street
New bike lanes and parallel parking added, as four lanes for cars reduced to two.
Nov 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Momentum Builds at Century City
New industrial building would bring more jobs to area while city works on public improvements.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Recommends Few Budget Amendments
No fee increases and few changes as council braces for next year's fiscal cliff.
Oct 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Faces Shortage of Garbage Truck, Snowplow Drivers
Milwaukee raising starting pay by $5,400.
Oct 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
North Side Plan Plots 16 Priority Projects
Traffic calming, housing rehab, safety, dealing with vacant lots top list of recommended projects.
Oct 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Staffing Issues Could Leave Milwaukee With More Snowplows Than Drivers
At the very least, expect it to take longer for Milwaukee to clean up after a storm.
Oct 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wants Your Input on Future of Dockless Scooters
432,794 trips taken through end of September, but downtown ban cut ridership 50%.
Oct 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe
Would be city's first park targeted at BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates.
Oct 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Issue Citations For Failing To Disconnect Downspouts
But focus will be on hiring contractors to complete work, keep stormwater out of Deep Tunnel.
Oct 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Marathon Canceled Second Year In A Row
The event was struggling with permitting for the course and security.
Sep 23rd, 2021 by Annie Mattea
Council President Proposes New City Department of Transportation
Ald. Cavalier Johnson thinks the department could better address reckless driving.
Sep 23rd, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
12 Takeaways From City’s 2022 Budget
What's in the 600 page, $1.75 billion budget document? An inside look at your city government.
Sep 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
More Than 660 Street Trees Lost in August Storm
City officials debating how to get ready for next big storm as they await bill from "unprecedented" event.
Sep 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Lose 40% of ARPA Funds to Revenue Recovery
Funds would go towards plugging revenue shortfalls, not generational investments.
Sep 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Edison Will Add Restaurant, Commercial Space to Riverwalk
Site is currently a floral warehouse. Developer secures approval to add landscaping, patio to city land.
Aug 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Second Mass Timber Tower Files for Design Approval
City Plan Commission will review proposed building on Aug. 23rd.
Aug 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Crash-Prone Walnut Street To Receive Road Diet
Rebuilding effort will add safety improvements for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
Aug 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Cleans Up From Storm, Braces For Another Difficult Night
Tens of thousands of Milwaukee residents remain without power Wednesday afternoon.
Aug 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
310W Owner Sues City for $5 Million For Sewer Backup
Massive 2020 rainstorm caused damage but city attorney says city wasn't negligent.
Aug 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Scooters Banned From Downtown
About 30% of riders found to be riding on sidewalks, triple the limit authorized by city.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Work Starting on Cathedral Square Upgrade
Changing popular park's perimeter to accommodate crowds, make square more attractive
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Becher Street Receiving Road Diet, Raised Bike Lane
Project being paid for with funds generated by Michels development.
Jul 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Harley-Davidson Museum Worth $12 Million
But this value will soon increase. And the site has a remarkable history.
Jul 19th, 2021 by Michael Horne
City’s Urban Forest Fights Climate Change
Unlike in some cities Milwaukee’s urban forestry program is not in decline.
Jul 13th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Barrett Plan Combats Reckless Driving
$28.2 million in federal grant targeted at reckless driving, violence, early childhood education and small business support.
Jul 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Removing Some Downtown Meters
You can now park for free on a portion of E. Knapp St.
Jun 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Downspout Police Are Coming
Disconnecting downspouts is part of strategy to reduce Deep Tunnel overflows into Lake Michigan.
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bauman Blasts Mayor on Water Street Chaos
Alderman wants stronger actions. "The mayor is basically whistling past the graveyard."
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Wetland Restoration Gets Boost From Grant
Stormwater retention effort part of restoration of Grand Trunk site, Lake Michigan cleanup.
Jun 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
