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Repairing Estabrook Dam Will Cost Less
When all costs are considered, removing the dam could cost far more than repair.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by David Holmes
Estabrook Dam’s Golden Age for Swimming
It was a huge success, with heavy use of public swimming and beaches. What happened? Part 3 of series.
Dec 16th, 2015 by David Holmes
Council will recognize state championship sports teams
These two state championship teams will be recognized for their teamwork and victories during the 2015 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association state volleyball and soccer tournaments.
Dec 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Common Council
Why Estabrook Dam Must Be Saved
Removing it could cost more, damage environment and foreclose innovative solutions. First in a series.
Nov 24th, 2015 by David Holmes
City-County Plan Creates Municipal ID Cards
Can be used widely but not to vote in elections.
Nov 19th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines
Study shows municipal court's fines for petty offenses fall disproportionately on the poor.
Nov 12th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
New Vegan, Mexican, Asian Places Opening
Three parts of the city get new restaurants. And two popular bars are closing.
Sep 30th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Groundbreaking set for addition to MPS’ top-performing Fernwood Montessori School
Tied to MPS' Regional Development Plan, which works to grow strong academic programs
Sep 29th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Near West Side Business Improvement District Expansion Approved
BID #10 to expand to cover the entire Near West Side Neighborhood
Sep 24th, 2015 by Near West Side Partners, Inc.
New Bucks Arena Approved
City completes final step of financing puzzle for new Bucks arena.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Statement on Milwaukee Common Council Vote
“Today is a truly historic day for Milwaukee and Wisconsin, and the culmination of months of hard work from an incredible coalition passionate about our community’s future.”
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Bucks
Northwestern Mutual exceeding hiring commitment for downtown building project
Report details involvement of small business enterprises and Milwaukee residents
Sep 14th, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
New Arlington Heights Park Opens Soon
Ribbon cutting set for first MKE Plays playground at Arlington Heights Park
Sep 11th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Should City Approve Subsidy for Bucks Arena?
The costs keep rising. And the benefits seem iffy.
Aug 26th, 2015 by Pat Small
Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31
News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Aug 12th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Zepnick’s leadership shines through
Rep. Zepnick Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Signing
Aug 12th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Chantia Lewis to Enter Milwaukee 9th District Aldermanic Race 9
Chantia has lived in District 9 for over ten years and is a small business owner, mother, wife, and veteran of the United States Air Force.
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Bucks Arena Winners and Losers
We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.
Jul 17th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Citizen Leader Randy Jones Announces His Campaign for 7th District Alderman
“We're angry about our voices not being heard by the leaders who we elected to represent us.”
Jul 15th, 2015 by Randy Jones
Impact of City Reduction in Marijuana Fine?
Local leaders offer different views on new city ordinance lowering maximum fine for pot possession to just $50.
Jun 11th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Council approves fast-tracking tax foreclosures
The City of Milwaukee will now be able to fast-track the tax foreclosure process on vacant and abandoned homes.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts
May 15th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Arts Board
David Crowley Announces for 7th District Alderman
“As a native and long-time resident of Milwaukee, I am proud to have an opportunity to run for Alderman of the 7th district.”
May 4th, 2015 by David Crowley
Where Will Sex Offenders Live?
Only a small percent are repeat offenders. Will local restrictions on residency force state to create uniform law?
May 2nd, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Meagan Holman Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee City Council, District 14
Meagan Holman today announced her candidacy for Alderwoman in Milwaukee’s 14th district, which includes Bay View and parts of the South Side.
Apr 24th, 2015 by Meagan Holman
Continuing the search for solutions to tragic, senseless violence
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy April 16, 2015
Apr 16th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
The Charter School Advantage
A new study shows charter schools outperform MPS schools. But they still trail the average state school.
Apr 15th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Representative Zepnick responds to attempts to undermine city regulation of Uber and Lyft
"Uber is a success story in Milwaukee and I think one of the reasons is due to reasonable and responsible oversight by local government to ensure public safety."
Apr 15th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Charter School Leaders Say Oversight Needed
Republican plan for Milwaukee would allow high-performing charter schools to replicate without any approving authority.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
City seeks nonprofits to help administer Ald. Stamper-sponsored RICH program
New program sells certain city-owned foreclosed properties for $1.
Mar 27th, 2015 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
City Plan Will Rescue The Worst Playgrounds
City and foundation money will be spent to upgrade the 12 most deteriorated playgrounds in Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Joe Davis Announces Plan for NBA Arena
Actually, it wasn't really a plan. But it was a press conference.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Feb 13th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Milwaukee Public Library Invites Community Input on Proposed Mixed Use Development for Mill Road Library
Community Meetings Scheduled for February 26th and March 4th
Feb 12th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Library
How Good Are Charter Schools?
The data is very encouraging, so why are liberals so opposed?
Feb 11th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Streetcar vote a first step down the path to Milwaukee’s future
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy February 10, 2015
Feb 10th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Milwaukee Streetcar Approved
After years of debate, streetcar will finally move forward. Final engineering will begin immediately, and construction by the end of the year.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Business Leaders Announce Support for Streetcar
CEOs join other civic and non-profit leaders in urging Common Council to invest in Milwaukee’s future
Feb 9th, 2015 by Press Release
Justin Bielinski for 8th District Alderman
Justin Bielinski of Burnham Park announced his candidacy for Alderman in Milwaukee’s 8th District.
Feb 8th, 2015 by Sup. Justin Bielinski
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Announces Support for Streetcar Alternative
Calls Ald. Donovan’s Alternative Transit Plan a “Logical Option”
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks
Joint Statement from members of the Common Council
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Common Council
A response to Alderman Joe Davis
Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 23, 2015
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 22, 2015
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Streetcar Approved, but Held
Large majority votes to approve streetcar, but parliamentary maneuver puts issue on hold until February 10th meeting.
Jan 21st, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual joined by five dozen Milwaukee and Wisconsin-based companies for downtown development
Group includes more than three dozen small business enterprises to help company meet hiring promises
Jan 21st, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
Streetcar Backers Say They Have the Votes
Aldermen Witkowski and Perez now favor it, and touted plan to extend the line into their south-side districts.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Prominent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
Open Letter in Support of The Milwaukee Streetcar
Jan 20th, 2015 by Press Release
News conference Tuesday to explore proposals for eventual, extended streetcar routes
Several members of the Milwaukee Common Council and a member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors will hold a news conference Tuesday.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote
On the eve of a pivotal Milwaukee Common Council vote, Barrett will make his case for the proposed Milwaukee streetcar project.
Jan 12th, 2015 by Marquette University
Streetcar will siphon away precious revenue, won’t help area of greatest needs in Milwaukee
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 7, 2015
Jan 7th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms
Joint Statement from Common Council members Ashanti Hamilton, Russell W. Stamper II, Milele A. Coggs, Willie C. Wade and José G Pérez
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council asks state to study merger of Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center boards
News release from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski
Dec 18th, 2014 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Council Delays Streetcar Until January
Minority of aldermen were able to use city charter provision to delay project for one month, but a majority seems poised to approve it.
Dec 16th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Public Library Recommends Development Partner for Mill Road Library
The developer team of Maures Development Group, Common Bond and Engberg Anderson was selected.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Committee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar
Mayor offers historic address to council committee on streetcar and it gains their approval. Only one person speaks in opposition.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
The Bizarre Politics of Ald. Tony Zielinski
Once a hard core conservative, he’s now a Bay View liberal. Except when opposing things like the streetcar.
Dec 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Mill Road Library at Public Meeting
Dec 1st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
City of Milwaukee Youth Council calls on Common Council to boost youthsupporting businesses
The City of Milwaukee Youth Council will ask the Common Council to do more to help promote youth-friendly retail businesses in the city
Nov 24th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee Youth Council
Alderman Donovan will seek petition drive for streetcar referendum
Alderman Bob Donovan to launch a citywide petition drive to trigger a binding referendum on the borrowing for the downtown streetcar project.
Nov 24th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Forest Home Library at Public Meeting
Nov 21st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
A big league city needs big league public transit options
Statement of Alderman Nik Kovac November 19, 2014
Nov 19th, 2014 by Nik Kovac
Amendments double funding for STRONG Homes Loan program
News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Robert Bauman
Nov 19th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line
Plan Covers Lakefront Line, Utility Costs Without Property Tax Dollars; Operations Slated to Begin by 2018
Nov 18th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
The Modest Ranch Home of Ald. Joe Davis
The mayoral candidate lives in the Hampton Heights neighborhood where assessments have declined and crime has risen. Small wonder he's concerned about that issue.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Will Red Lion Roar on Water Street?
Proposed British pub would replace Brocach. Approval seems likely, despite some worries about noise from the patio.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Common Council finds opportunities for efficiencies in 2015 approved budget
News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Nik Kovac
Nov 10th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Forest Home and Mill Road Libraries
Nov 5th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Milwaukee Children’s Zone to address achievement gap on the near south side
Stakeholders from around Milwaukee’s near south side will be brought together in order to seek solutions to an achievement gap affecting less fortunate neighborhoods.
Nov 5th, 2014 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Milwaukee Bans Financial Inducements by Charter Schools
City of Milwaukee charter schools are now prohibited from giving money or gifts as incentives to enroll new students.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Schools and Communities United
RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support
ews release from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
Oct 14th, 2014 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
The Clean Wisconsin Action Fund officially announced their endorsement of Charlie Fox for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor District 5.
Oct 13th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
700 E. Kilbourn High-Rise Wins Key Approval
Proposed high-rise would add up to 275 "ultra luxury" apartments to downtown Milwaukee -- with no public financing.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Bauman calls Mayoral veto of home improvement loan program a “slap to the face” of Milwaukee homeowners
News release from Alderman Robert Bauman
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Another Newspaper Attack on Chief Flynn
Has the Journal Sentinel renewed its war against the police chief or was its Sunday story simply botched reporting?
Sep 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Historical record shows high-performing school was always part of Malcolm X redevelopment plan
Legislators' comments show lack of awareness of facts
Sep 26th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Common Council approves historic designation, rezoning for McKinley School property
News release from Alderman Robert J. Bauman
Sep 24th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Housing stock, affordable housing get boost from Common Council
The Common Council has approved a new Housing Stock Improvement Program
Sep 24th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Nonprofits can buy city-owned foreclosures for $1, additional marketing to continue
Qualifying nonprofit organizations will be allowed to purchase certain cityowned, tax-foreclosed properties for one dollar.
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
