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Council Adopts $179 Million Rescue Plan Package
Compromise plan includes money for pension reserve, housing, lead abatement and child care providers.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Podcast Production Company Opens Downtown Studio, Office
Podcamp Media leases space at top of Colby Abbot Building.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Ambassador Confirmation Stalled in Senate
But candidates are still lining up to replace him. Seven have filed candidacy already.
Oct 20th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Chantia Lewis Case Moving Towards Trial
Probable cause found to continue with felony charges.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding
82 ideas for how to spend $394.2 million federal grant. What will council choose?
Oct 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Did a Janitors Union Create a Model for Rebuilding the Middle Class?
Union contract creates opportunity to expand union representation in Milwaukee County.
Oct 2nd, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Chantia Lewis Goes To Court
In her first court appearance alderwoman pleads not guilty to misdemeanor. Four felony charges yet to come.
Sep 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Conference In Brookfield Seeks Transit Solutions
Mayor says residents fear buses bring crime, but that it isn't true.
Sep 28th, 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
School Board Approves Vaccine Mandate for MPS Staff
Board also agrees to incentives for MPS students including $100 payment.
Sep 10th, 2021 by Madeline Fox
Ald. Chantia Lewis Charged With Defrauding City, Campaign of $21,000
City official and US Senate candidate faces four felony charges, up to 10 years in jail.
Sep 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Six Council Members Want Tougher Pandemic Rules
Push mayor for indoor mask mandate and mandatory vaccinations for city employees.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Ollie’s Bar Is For Sale
A historic, century-old corner bar on near South Side could be yours.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Chantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race
Milwaukee alderwoman is ninth candidate in the race to replace Ron Johnson.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?
Website appears, and quickly disappears.
Jul 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Ends City Attorney’s Review Power
Unanimous vote strips Spencer's ability to halt contracts and overrides Barrett veto.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
“Last Mile” Program Connects Workers to Jobs
WEDC, Waukesha County and United Way fund pilot program connecting city workers to suburban jobs.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Board Approves Lucille Berrien Park
Lucille Berrien was an open housing activist, the first Black woman to run for mayor and a foster mother to more than 120 children.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Motorcycle Deaths Up 31% in State
Officials worry about 'risky behavior” on roads which started during low-traffic pandemic.
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Shamane Mills
Council Closes Gare-Bear’s On N. 27th St.
The tavern's liquor license renewal was denied after the owner determined to be indifferent to neighborhood concerns.
Jun 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Janitors Rally for New Union Contract
Demands include a $15 minimum wage and union contracts for all cleaners in Milwaukee.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Kegel’s Will Run Lakefront Beer Garden
Plus: New Mediterranean restaurant opening. And Pete's Pops comes to Public Market.
Jun 14th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Republicans Slash Public Transit Funding for Milwaukee
50% cut for Milwaukee, Madison, but funding for I-94 expansion included in budget.
Jun 12th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Millennials Report Addresses City’s Brain Drain
Report makes recommendations to stem the steady annual loss of young professionals.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Sunstone Studios Opening in East Town
New shared space for artists will prioritize diversity and equity in participants.
Jun 4th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Council To Consider Closing VIP Lounge
Milwaukee Police Department backing bar's closure.
May 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Office Building Sold to Milwaukee Tool
Company hopes to have 650 workers in downtown Milwaukee by end of 2021.
May 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Downer Avenue Gets New Breakfast Place
Plus: A new BBQ joint on MLK, Honeypie reopens at new location and more hamburgers, custard, brunches.
May 17th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Brunch All Day Coming to Northwest Side
Co-owner of Mi Casa Su Cafe opening takeout-focused business on W. Villard Avenue.
May 13th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
City Committee Approves Its Part of BRT Project
Agreement will have the city getting paid to plow snow in exchange for giving up traffic lanes.
May 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Cocktail Bar Planned for Bay View
But with a retro feel. Old Skoolz will have 1980's and 1990's music and atmosphere.
May 11th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
Former Boston Store Is Being Transformed
See inside the HUB640 project in Downtown. Plus: Lobbying for a Target store.
May 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays $20 Million Milwaukee Tool Deal
Approved unanimously. Company wants to move quickly on occupying Westown building.
May 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Should Miller Valley Be Champagne Region?
Molson Coors asks Milwaukee to designate the "Champagne of Beers region."
May 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Dontre Hamilton Memorial Proposed for Red Arrow Park
A Dontre Hamilton Memorial Bench would be installed in the downtown park.
Apr 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Suit By Morales Demands His Job Back
His attorney Frank Gimbel has made no progress with city negotiating financial settlement.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
County Facilities To Ban Single-Use Plastics
Phasing out out non-biodegradable products from county facilities and parks by next year.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Barrett Pushes Council To Accept Milwaukee Tool Deal
Council seeking labor agreement for contracted service workers.
Apr 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Warn of Dire Consequences Without Additional State Aid
Local government in Milwaukee will soon run out of local revenue for things like parks and public transportation.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Cafe Corazon Opens New Location
Plus: a new BBQ joint, Nite Owl burgers returns and Colectivo's Prospect Ave. cafe and concert venue plans to reopen.
Apr 5th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee Could Suspend Street Lighting Fee
But property owners will need to pay at least once.
Apr 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Makes Street Name Changes Easier
New rule requires four-fifths of council to approve. Cesar Chavez Dr. extension next?
Apr 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Study Could Lead to Racial Preferences in Contracts
Council has sought change for more than a decade. Study will be released soon.
Mar 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Barbeque Place Opening
Bro's Backyard BBQ opening on North Side in former seafood restaurant.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
New Police Grant Approved With Little Scrutiny
Latest grant got two minutes of discussion, not months of meetings.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Rejects Hawley Rd. Flood Settlement
Residents left soaked with costs after settlement agreement falls apart. Their attorney thinks it might cost even more to sue.
Mar 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Wants Ann Wilson Off Fire & Police Commission
9-6 vote against her reappointment. But they lack the authority to remove her.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposal Ends Fines for Pot Possession
No fines for possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for a first-time offense.
Mar 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Cocktails To Go Bill Passes Assembly
State Senate has yet to vote on the legislation. City has concerns.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Troubled Tavern Could Become Veteran’s Housing
Southside-focused real estate firm buying S. 6th St. building.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Leadership Shakeup at Health Department
Two top officials pushed out by new city Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson.
Mar 13th, 2021 by Matt Martinez
Stimulus Bill Provides Major Funding to Local Governments
Bill will funnel millions into local services, housing assistance, health care, childcare tax credits and unemployment.
Mar 12th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Yardies Will Serve Jamaican Fare
New north side bar and restaurant has inventive menu planned.
Mar 11th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
Eight Blocks of Food, History and Art
Both sides of the river between Kilbourn and Highland are filled with attractions.
Mar 4th, 2021 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Magoo’s On The Mound Opening
Replacing the venerable Steve's on Bluemound, the new bar will bring the inside out and the outside in.
Mar 4th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
City Hires Private Firm To Track COVID-19 Violations
Company responds on nights, weekends to complaints of businesses violating city orders.
Mar 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Nacho City Planned For 38th and North
Restaurant would sell nachos and tacos in the city's Washington Park neighborhood.
Mar 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Group Fundraising for Vel Phillips Statue
Statue would be erected at state Capitol, the first person of color so honored.
Feb 19th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
It’s Official, Old World Third Will Be MLK Drive
Barrett and council members reflect on racial division and what the renaming symbolizes.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
FPC Members, City Attorney Blew Off Inspector General Interview Requests
Fallout and confusion from the Morales fiasco gets worse.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Presenting Pat’s Paradise Lounge
New event hall and cocktail lounge on Center Street to feature comedy acts, poetry readings and dancing.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Ethan Duran
38 Citations Issued for COVID-19 Violations
VIP Lounge received $11,000 of $28,000 in fines issued by the city.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Attorney Didn’t Want Inspector General Report Made Public
Publication threatens the city's defense in Morales case argues Spencer.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Reduces Mayoral Power
A Barrett slap down. 15-0 vote restricts mayor's power over Historic Preservation Commission.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Disagrees on I-94 Expansion
Council once opposed it, but now wavering. Bauman blames disinformation by unions and WisDOT.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Return of The Cheel Nepalese Restaurant
Plus: New location for sushi, new burger joint, and WMSE Chili Cookoff coming.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Activists Demand Police Firings But Mayors Can’t
Barrett, McBride lament lack of control over police chief. Law insulates police from elected officials.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Mayor Could Lose Control of Historic Preservation Commission
Bauman and council committee support council president appointing HPC members.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Burger Joint in Merrill Park
Owners of MooSa's on Lincoln Memorial Dr. opening second location on 27th and St. Paul.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Ethan Duran
Vel Phillips Capitol Statue Moves Forward
State committee advances plan to honor Milwaukee civil rights pioneer.
Jan 26th, 2021 by Laurel White
Goodbye William Ho’s, Hello Mr. B’s
Shorewood Chinese restaurant closes, Mr. B's Bartolotta Steakhouse reopens, and a new Egg & Flour Pasta in Tosa.
Jan 25th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Soul Food Restaurant for Mitchell Street
Milwaukee Unified Soul will serve shrimp, salmon nuggets, chicken sandwiches and more
Jan 23rd, 2021 by Ethan Duran
Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive
Extending Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. would correct an "injustice."
Jan 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Nightclub Surrenders License Before Revocation Hearing
SITE closes following shooting.
Jan 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Keeps Delaying on Sterling Brown Settlement
Alderman says deal isn't ready to be approved.
Jan 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Interstate 94 Expansion Gets Cold Reception at City Hall
Over $1 billion for 54 blocks. Bauman asks where else the money could go?
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Prepared to File Federal Lawsuit
Ousted Milwaukee police chief seeks damages, potential return to his position.
Dec 21st, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Vote No on COPS Grant
We don't want the grant today, tomorrow or next month.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Markasa Tucker
City Will Issue Higher COVID-19 Fines
New maximum fine for businesses disobeying a health order is $5,000 per violation.
Dec 1st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Waukesha, Milwaukee Celebrate Huge Water Project
$286 million, 36-mile-long project begun, will bring Milwaukee water to Waukesha.
Nov 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays on Federal COPS Grant
Would fund 30 positions, prevent more police reductions, but presents future fiscal issues.
Nov 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Lincoln Park Becoming A Little Bigger
County merging former residential parcel into surrounding park.
Oct 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum
City fears legal challenges of sites not approved at June emergency meeting.
Oct 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Fire Chief Retires
Rohlfing criticized for how he handled black doll hung by its neck in station break room.
Sep 26th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Firefighter Who Hung Black Doll Not Racist?
So says Fire Chief. Council members grill him. FPC will review case.
Sep 16th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Action Needed on Reckless Driving
Time is of the essence. Task force submitted report in June. City officials must act.
Sep 12th, 2020 by Celia Jackson
Miller Park, Fiserv Forum Will Be Early Voting Sites
Pro sports facilities will serve as two of the city's 18 early voting sites.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Behind on Replacing Lead Pipes
As of Aug. 10, only 333 service lines to homes replaced with copper, yearly goal is 1,100.
Aug 12th, 2020 by Matt Martinez
Many Back Ramon for Register of Deeds
Appointed by Evers in 2019 to fill the vacant office, he has racked up many endorsements.
Aug 9th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Council’s Police Reform Wish List Grows
Council wants still more changes, but can only request Fire & Police Commission to enact them.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Citizen Group Unhappy with MPD’s Community-Oriented Policing
Community Collaborative Commission says MPD's latest report falls short of recommendations.
Jul 25th, 2020 by Bridget Fogarty
City Refreshing South Side Park
North portion of park was once site of restaurant with dolphin tank.
Jul 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Might Fire Assessor Steve Miner
Assessment Commissioner finds little support from Judiciary & Legislation Committee.
Jul 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Truck Ban for Downer Ave. Proposed
Business owners upset that trucks have loud generators, take up parking spaces.
Jul 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Funds Get First Approval for Journal Square Lofts
Affordable housing development is focused on non-traditional MATC students.
Jul 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
South Side Tailor Now Makes Masks
Blest by Campuzano offers good craftsmanship and soft yet snug-fitting ear straps.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Juan Miguel Martinez
Council Seeks Police Reform, But Will It Happen?
Common Council has a growing wish list. Will Fire & Police Commission act?
Jul 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Funding for Indigent Defense
Many Milwaukee Municipal Court defendants are poor and lack an attorney.
Jul 8th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Miller Park To Be Early Voting Site
Milwaukee residents will be able to vote for President at ballpark.
Jul 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
