Milwaukee Common Council

After Leak of Pinch Details, Employee in DA’s Office Resigns

Resignation in latest wrinkle in high-profile case.

ICE Hearing Boils Over as Ron Johnson Accuses Minnesota AG of Endangering Protesters

Johnson links Keith Ellison to the fatal shooting of two people by ICE agents; Ellison calls the performance theatrical.

Council Announces ‘ICE Out Milwaukee’ Plan

Seeking to use 'every single city resource' to oppose possible ICE surge in Milwaukee.

Inside the Police Report on Marty Brooks’ Alleged Pinch of José Pérez

Newly obtained report reveals recorded call, witness statements and why prosecutors closed the sexual assault case without charges.

Council Approves Historic District Over Owner’s Objections

Vote is unanimous. Former church also gets historic designation without opposition.

Controversial Riverwest Tavern On Hold

Business hits another licensing snag, council schedules more debate.

Statement from Ald. Peter Burgelis on New Fiscal Transparency Measures and MPS Budget Accountability

February 10, 2026

Forward Latino Launches “Puerto Rican is American” Campaign to Counter Divisive Mis-Information Campaign!

Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes Two New TIDs to Expand Workforce Housing Opportunities

Proposed TIDs to support New Land Enterprises developments in Walker’s Point

Common Council Acts to Protect Taxpayers Following Historic Property Tax Increases Driven by MPS Referendum

“Know Your Rights and Resources” Webpage launched

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 22, 2026

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2026 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund