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Council Approves Water Rate Increase
Three council members object to plan that raises annual cost by $7.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Vliet Street Hotel Approved Again
Trademark Collection hotel has a small window to open before DNC 2020.
Jun 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Commission Okays Hotel Rezoning
135-year-old building near Fiserv Forum could become 50-room Wyndham boutique hotel.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Downtown Hotels Will Miss DNC
Plus: Former Toys R Us becoming grocery store, and Pabst Mansion plans auction.
Jun 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Rejects Barrett’s FPC Appointee
Fire and Police Commission appointee gives "petulant" presentation, rejected by council.
May 29th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
County Board Unanimously Funds Doula Services to Support Women’s Reproductive Health
"Everyone deserves access to quality, affordable health care, and this program funds birth support for mothers who need it most."
May 23rd, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Council Holds Streetcar Extension
Streetcar proponents become opponents, push for longer extension to Walker's Point.
May 21st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Attack on Milwaukee continues – even with a new occupant of the Governor’s Office
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis May 16, 2019
May 16th, 2019 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
County Health Committee Advances Supervisor Dimitrijevic’s Doula Initiative
"It is revolutionary and a great win for women's healthcare that we are partnering with the city to put public funding towards birth support in Milwaukee for mothers who need it most."
May 15th, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Abele Campaign Announces Campaign Co-Chairs
Endorsements demonstrate strength, diversity of support for Abele’s re-election
May 15th, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
Illinois Kills Hiawatha Expansion
Illinois governor kills $195 million plan to expand service between Milwaukee and Chicago.
May 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Ogden Files for Lower East Side Zoning Change
Company advancing with terracotta-clad, 76-unit apartment complex on N. Water St.
May 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Alderman Charged With Accepting $30,000 Bribe Over Strip Club
Willie Wade allegedly accepted $30,000 bribe to support downtown strip club.
May 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Clears Path for Streetcar Lawsuit
Lawsuit would be the first of 11 planned by Hupy & Abraham.
May 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Says Marcus Center Not Historic
Votes down designation and compromise to save Kiley grove with a friends group.
May 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Subsidy for One MKE Plaza
Comptroller calls the deal a "significant risk" but council votes 12-3 in favor.
May 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee School Board Director Megan O’Halloran Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District
"I am honored to have the strong support of Director O'Halloran."
May 7th, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Will DNC Convention Help Small Businesses?
Common Council seeks ways to spread economic impact beyond Downtown.
Apr 25th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Are Police Pursuits Out of Control?
Massive increase in high-speed chases under the new policy. Results are scary.
Apr 25th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Chisholm Confirms Health Department Probe
DA says months-long investigation of how lead abatement program was handled continues.
Apr 24th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Freshwater For Life Action Coalition (FLAC) & Get The Lead Out Coalition (GTLO) Support Letter To Milwaukee County District Attorney By Milwaukee Alderpersons
Last week FLAC/GLTO met with District Attorney Chisholm and his investigators as a follow up to our call to investigate the Health Department last year.
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Freshwater For Life Action Coalition
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin endorses JoCasta Zamarripa in race to be next 8th District Alderwoman
"I’m honored to have Senator Baldwin’s trust and support in this race."
Apr 15th, 2019 by JoCasta Zamarripa
County Supervisor Jason Haas Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District
"I am honored to have the strong support of my colleague and neighbor Supervisor Jason Haas."
Apr 15th, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses JoCasta Zamarripa in race to be next 8th District Alderwoman
"Congresswoman Gwen Moore has spent decades being a true champion of our community, and I am deeply honored to have earned her endorsement."
Apr 8th, 2019 by JoCasta Zamarripa
Marina Dimitrijevic Announces Candidacy for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District
"My elected experience representing District 14 residents combined with my neighborhood activism provide me with the strongest foundation to advocate for all of us at the city council."
Apr 5th, 2019 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Retired Drivers Shall Help Plow Our Snow
So says the Common Council. Unanimously. Program will begin next winter.
Mar 27th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Truck Truce Reached
But not before Donovan takes shots at the streetcar, potholes, Barrett and Tony Zielinski.
Mar 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
6 Things to Know About Lincoln Hills
A primer on how state’s youth prisons will be changed. Or not.
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Allison Dikanovic
Panel Okays MPS School’s Sale to Charter
City committee allows Hayes school to be the first sold under controversial 2015 state law.
Mar 19th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Why is MPS Shrinking?
Because it opposes the choices of many of its customers.
Mar 6th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
MPS Selling Building to Charter Operator Carmen
Deal for Hayes School would be first under state's 2015 surplus schools law.
Mar 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New Cafe Opening in Silver City
Plus: Kitt's to reopen, Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea comes to Yankee Hill, but no more food trucks for W. National Ave.
Feb 28th, 2019 by Jennifer Rick
Council Approves North America’s Tallest Timber Tower
Milwaukee could be home to tallest wood building in Western Hemisphere by 2021.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Trucks Banned on W. National Ave.
Council approves resolution to ban food trucks from S. Layton Blvd. west to city limits.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans and Colin Kaepernick
Legislators opposition to honoring the NFL star is part of an ugly, historic pattern.
Feb 19th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
First COP Houses Coming to City
Council members debate impact as Harambee area gets community oriented policing houses.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Jenny Fischer
Lead-Free Homes a Priority for Kowalik
But “we don’t have enough contractors,” city’s new health commissioner says.
Jan 17th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
City Starts Over on Deconstruction
It's back to demolishing old buildings, while trying to start small deconstruction program.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Bucks, City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Public Schools Launch MENTOR Greater Milwaukee
Alicia Moore named Executive Director of MENTOR Greater Milwaukee
Jan 9th, 2019 by Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Milwaukee Public Library’s Capitol Branch
Dec 28th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Library
BID Hopes to Revitalize Villard Avenue
After reboot, business organization is working with MPD to increase safety, and is creating an area action plan.
Dec 22nd, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Council Okays Largest Urban Manufacturing Deal in U.S.
West Milwaukee company will move to city, but will it create any new jobs?
Dec 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Gap Grows Between MPS and Charter, Choice
State school report cards since 2014 tell the tale. Are there solutions for MPS?
Nov 28th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
McKinley School Plan Passed Despite Protests
Opponents of affordable housing plan show up at City Hall with signs, to no avail.
Nov 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Slaps Down Mayor’s Vetoes
Legislative body rejects all five vetoes by Mayor Tom Barrett.
Nov 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
American Heart Association commends Common Council for attempting to lay groundwork to expand healthy food access
The organization calls for a veto override
Nov 26th, 2018 by American Heart Association
Legislation Designating the Vel R. Phillips Post Office Building in Milwaukee Passes the Senate
"Vel contributed so much at every level and paved the way for other Wisconsinites to help make a difference in people's lives."
Nov 16th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
10 Curious Details in City’s 2019 Budget
A city store? No more alley repairs? Cutting tree trimming? The $1.5 billion budget has it all.
Nov 14th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Arts Board Wants New City Flag Search
Process to select popular People's Flag not inclusive enough, board decides, so start over.
Nov 14th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Adopts 2019 City Budget
Average homeowner will see $51.88 increase, no change in total fire and police officers.
Nov 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Charter Schools Work Better
So why doesn’t the school board embrace them?
Nov 8th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Nikiya Dodd Handily Wins Council Seat
Political veteran could have a big impact on upcoming city budget debate.
Nov 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Pay Hike for City Politicians Is On Hold
Ald. Chantia Lewis delays vote on 13.6% raise she and some other colleagues want. Mayor threatens veto.
Nov 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Stables Deal Finally Approved
After much debate, deal goes forward for equine therapy facility and stable for MPD horses.
Oct 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
LGBTQ Leaders Demand Transgender Rights
Protest at City Hall opposes Trump Administration's attempt to "erase" transgender people.
Oct 27th, 2018 by Jack Fennimore
Letter from Pres. Hamilton to Ald. Zielinski
"So, as your leader, I ask that you excuse yourself from the table where the hard decisions are being made or I, by God’s will, will excuse you…again."
Oct 23rd, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council Passes Complete Streets Policy
Streets for all, not just cars, is now the law of the land.
Oct 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Announces Green Infrastructure Plan
Big changes to adapt to climate change and increase in damaging rainstorms.
Sep 27th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
The Inspector General Is Coming
Common Council creates its own watchdog to monitor city departments.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Unveils 2019 Budget Proposal
Proposal would add 10 police officers, spend $20 million on lead abatement efforts.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push
Project must raise $100,000 more from investors to complete financing package.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Tommy Could Help Create Prison Reform
Thompson, former Republican governor, regrets increase in incarceration, could team with Democratic reformers.
Sep 17th, 2018 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Baker To Testify Before Common Council
110 pages of text messages show ex-Health Department head knew about lead problems.
Sep 14th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Illinois Blocking Amtrak Expansion
Glenview, IL residents oppose plan to expand Hiawatha line from 7 to 10 round trips daily.
Sep 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays New Health Commissioner
Unanimous vote hands Jeanette Kowalik one of the most difficult jobs in city government.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Center District Announces New Board
The board will hold its first meeting on Friday, September 21 at the Wisconsin Center.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Wisconsin Center District
Governor Walker Celebrates Grand Opening of the Fiserv Forum
3-to-1 return on investment for the State of Wisconsin
Aug 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Inaugural Hip Hop Week MKE Kicks Off
A week-long entertainment event launched by an alderman, celebrating Hip Hop culture.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Zach Komassa
MillerCoors Razes Historic Gettelman Building
Brewery's demolition part of compromise to add parking, preserve Gettleman house.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Promise Zones End of Summer Celebration
The Milwaukee Promise Zones initiative celebrates the Summer work of youth throughout the city
Aug 11th, 2018 by Zach Komassa
4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.
A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Tobacco is marketed more heavily in Milwaukee’s minority neighborhoods study finds
This study is the first to document the trend in Milwaukee.
Aug 3rd, 2018 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
City Will Impound, Yet Legalize Scooters
New plan allows city to impound scooters until state law makes them legal.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin
Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Will Settlement Change Police Practices?
Community leaders hope ACLU suit’s settlement will improve cops’ interactions with minorities.
Jul 25th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
Council Delays Flag Decision
Delegates Milwaukee Arts Board to decide if new flag needed and how to proceed.
Jul 19th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Now Has Power Over Police Chief?
Common Council may regret stripping mayor’s power over Police-Fire director.
Jul 12th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
City’s $3.4 Million Settlement Will Cost More?
IT costs weren't factored into city settlement of ACLU suit, could increase price tag.
Jul 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Backs Less Mayoral Power Over FPC
Votes 13-1 to ask state to reduce mayor's power to appoint Fire and Police leader.
Jul 11th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Should Milwaukee Elect Police Chief?
Alderman Rainey's proposal gets discussion, but not much support.
Jul 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Zepnick – Rejects Call for Milwaukee Police Chief Election
"The suggestion that another political campaign is what Milwaukee needs to hire a Police Chief is beyond absurd and totally unworkable."
Jul 3rd, 2018 by Josh Zepnick
Zielinski Out as Licenses Committee Chair
Did he lose the powerful post because he's running for mayor?
Jun 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council passes e-cigarette measure
Latest move caps off public health package
Jun 20th, 2018 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Adam Schlicht Confirmed as Port Director
New director envisions growing the port through international marketing, diversification.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Brown Files Suit Against Milwaukee Police
Bucks player files federal civil rights suit, claiming wrongful arrest and excessive force.
Jun 19th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Governor Walker Announces Plan to Name Future Milwaukee State Office Building After Vel Phillips, Civil Rights Pioneer & Former Wisconsin Secretary of State
The new building will replace the current Milwaukee State Office Building at 6th and Wells Street.
Jun 19th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
2018 PrideFest
Our photos capture the love and color of the 31st annual PrideFest.
Jun 11th, 2018 by Jack Fennimore
Statement from President Ashanti Hamilton
Statement from Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton on fallen MPD officer
Jun 8th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat
Meet the six candidates vying for the northwest side seat held for 18 years by Jim Bohl.
Jun 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Join Danica Roem at the PrideFest Opening Ceremonies!
Admission is FREE when you #GivePlusOne
May 23rd, 2018 by PrideFest
City, State Selling Site Near Train Station
Alderman wants to see transit-oriented development.
May 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Can City Solve Its Turnout Problem?
It badly trailed voter turnout in Madison and other areas in 2016.
May 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Stop-and-Frisk Suit Could Cost $6 Million
Council members struggle with the rising price tag. Will they approve settlement?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Arts @ Large to hold gallery opening in honor of civil rights hero Vel Phillips
The event will be held Friday, April 20 at Arts @ Large, 908 S. 5th St., from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Apr 19th, 2018 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Inspired and emboldened by a true stateswoman, Vel Phillips
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - April 18, 2018
Apr 18th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Will Foxconn Employ Any Milwaukeeans?
Despite nearly $4.1 billion subsidy, company only has goals, not mandates for hiring.
Apr 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Bans Conversion Therapy
Controversial therapy tries to transform LGBT teens into heterosexuals.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Caucus Supports Milwaukee’s Proposed Ordinance Banning Conversion Therapy
"This practice leads to increased rates of suicide and depression as well as other long-term negative consequences," said Austin Kieler.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
