Milwaukee Common Council

Jewels Caribbean is Closed, New Bar Planned

Former employees plan to open Flame 13 in the bar and restaurant space.

Hot Chicken Restaurant Planned For Capitol Drive

Fire Bird slated to open at 4103 W. Capitol Dr., serving Nashville-style hot chicken.

Statement on being re-elected to serve as Common Council president

Alderman José G. Pérez April 24, 2024

Council President Jose Perez Reelected

Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.

Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements

6 plaintiffs challenge ordinance tightening rules for businesses hiring security.

Common Council to Hold Public Inauguration Ceremonies

Paper Table Has Plan to Address Double-Parking

But alders unsure how to enforce it, discuss a different license for food hall operators.

Meet The New Milwaukee County Board

When the next legislative cycle begins, there will be four new supervisors.

Gratitude and optimism on cusp of new Common Council term

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland April 4, 2024

MTEA President Ingrid Walker Henry: Statement on Passage of MPS Referendum

Peter Burgelis Convincingly Wins District 11 Election

Crowley Coasts Into Second Term

County executive easily wins reelection, thrashing perennial candidate Ieshuh Griffin.

Council Denies License For Seafood Restaurant

El Paraiso Restaurant Bar will not open on the South Side.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Royal India’s Reign Ends, Another Restaurant Planned

S. 27th Street space isn't slated to be vacant for long.

How Partisan Divide on Education Hurts State

Some schools with poor students have success. Why aren't we learning from that?

Heart Disease Killed Woman Whose Death Led to Milwaukee 911 Policy Change

Jolene Waldref died in January after calling 911 from bus stop in sub-zero weather.

New Tavern, Old Time Sake, Coming to Riverwest

The planned bar would have a retro feel in hopes of attracting an 'older' crowd.

Meet the Candidates For City Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

After Deadly Shooting, Council Tightens Requirements For Security Guards

Ordinance passed Tuesday requires security personnel to be licensed, bonded and insured.

City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer

Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.

Lime Applauds as Milwaukee Moves Towards Permanent Shared E-scooter Program

Vietnamese Restaurant Will Open Soon

Plus: Ramadan eats, Space Time's new cafe and the Brewery District gets a grocery store.

Sports-Focused Tavern Slated To Replace Gene’s Supper Club

Power Lounge & Grill would offer full bar and pub fare in laid-back atmosphere.

Scooters Could Net Milwaukee $400,000 Per Year

And city is working to end its annual hemming-and-hawing process.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses in Spring Election

Milwaukee, Suburbs Partnering On Cross-County Trail

9-mile long Powerline Trail would link West Allis, Greenfield, Milwaukee and St. Francis.

Joint City-County Housing Committee Gaining Support

County Board committee provides first county approval for joint housing initiative.

Cocktail-Focused Cafe Proposed For Yankee Hill

Haven Cafe is slated to fill a corner retail space at Nova on Van Buren St.

Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa Announces Slate of Endorsements for Re-election Campaign

New Tavern Proposed For Water Street

A new, dual-concept business is planned for the former Fore Milwaukee space.

Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?

Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?

Council Suspends Southside Bar After Man With Illegal Drugs Shot

Primo's Place, on 16th and Grant, will be closed from March 8 through April 6.

Tonic Tavern Regular Hopes To Open New Bar In Its Place

He's applied for a liquor license, but will he get a lease?

Coffee Bar With Space To Linger Planned For Silver Spring Drive

Eclipse Cafe would offer coffee, snacks and welcoming environment for neighbors.

Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey

Four-way primary saw every candidate get at least 21% of vote.

Westmoreland, Winter Advance in 5th District

Incumbent Lamont Westmoreland will face Bruce Winter, a third-time candidate.

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Longer List of Endorsements in advance of Tuesday Feb 20 Primary Election

Milwaukee County Honors Civil Rights Pioneer Vel Phillips

Barrier-shattering Phillips would have turned 100 on Sunday.

Kirsten Johnson Aims to Restore Trust in Public Health

And bolster workforce. State DHS leader oversees nearly 6,000 employees.

Uptown Bar and Grill Given 30-Day Suspension

Old North Milwaukee bar faced lengthy police report, but owner and manager dispute record.

New Entertainers Gets 15-Day Suspension

Common Council votes that northside bar and restaurant must be closed through Feb. 20.

Brostoff Reverses Tavern Suspension for Axel’s

East Side bar’s 20-day suspension reversed, bar gets fourth warning letter in five years.

Milwaukee Officials Urge Ambulance Policy Changes After Woman’s Death

Unanimous Common Council measure calls for future operating procedure updates.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses in Spring Election

City TIFs Becoming Useful Tool for County Parks

Red Arrow Park is latest-county asset to benefit from city's Tax Incremental Financing.

MCTS Still Not Using All Its Electric Buses

MCTS only operating five out of 11 BEBs on a daily basis.

Jewels Caribbean is Temporarily Closed

Committee members cite police report, patrons smoking pot, 'troubling' remarks by owners. Business can reopen Feb. 6.

New Sushi Restaurant Planned For Downtown

Colorado-based Awi Sushi would make its Milwaukee debut on Water Street.

Hangoverz Relocating, Replacement Planned

The longtime bar left Greenfield Avenue last week, with plans to reopen on Mitchell Street.

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements

New Tavern Proposed For Roosevelt Grove

Harmony Cafe is planned near intersection of Capitol Dr. and Fond du Lac Ave.

Free Day + Celebration Commemorates Hometown Hero Vel Phillips

The Milwaukee Art Museum partners with the Vel Phillips Legacy Initiative to kickstart the Year of Vel Phillips, a statewide commemoration in the trailblazer's honor.

MICAH Pushes Resolution at County Board Monday Morning

County Board Considers MICAH’s Resolution on We All Belong Campaign

New Tavern Planned For Five Points

Yari's, offering a full bar and pizza, is proposed for busy northside intersection.

EsterEv Opening Standalone Restaurant In Bay View

Fine-dining concept currently located inside DanDan will get bigger on KK avenue.

New Sports Bar Proposed For South Side

Dario's Place slated to open in Layton Park neighborhood in March, offering drinks, pizza and hookah.

Wrong Paperwork Gets County Board Candidate Tossed From Ballot

Ryan Antczak, a former Republican state Assembly candidate, circulated the wrong paperwork for nomination signatures.

Rematch Set For Southside County Board Seat

Gómez-Tom vs Sanchez, again, for a full term on county board.

Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board

Sky Capriolo running for seat vacated by Sup. Peter Burgelis, who will run for alderman.

Silk Exotic on Silver Spring is Closed

The gentleman's club abruptly closed on New Year's Day after 20 years in business.

New sales and use taxes in the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County begin on January 1, 2024

The Year’s Most Popular Stories

10 stories that had huge readership, and tell us a lot about Milwaukee and Wisconsin.

Stacy Smiter-The People’s Choice- Running for Alderman 5th District

Candidate Stacy Smiter seeks volunteers and community support

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.

Christmas tree collection to begin on Tuesday, December 26

Milwaukee Plans Big 2024 Early Voting Push

City will have at least nine early voting sites, including some new and expanded ones.

Vibe Lounge Avoids Suspension After Shooting

Area alderman backed a suspension for northside tavern, then reversed course.

Justin Bielinski Running For Open Seat On County Board

Bielinski running for West Allis-centric seat being vacated by Sup. Tony Staskunas.

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Visits With Milwaukee Latino Leaders

Council President Pérez leads roundtable discussion at City Hall.

Milwaukee Temporarily Closes Taco Bell, Citing Manager’s Drug, Alcohol Use

The employee also admitted to providing illegal substances to an underage worker.

Following Fatal Shooting, City Suspends Southside Bar

Buckshots will remain closed through January 19.

Statement on the Confirmation of Jezamil Arroyo-Vega as the Commissioner of Neighborhood Services

From members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Council Temporarily Closes Riverwest Dollar General

Citing litter, neighborhood complaints and failure to comply with a plan of operation.

Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Adopts 2024 Milwaukee Budget

Mayor Johnson attempted to lower property tax increase using federal grant.

Nonprofit executive and community advocate Sharlen Moore files for candidacy to serve residents of the 10th Aldermanic District

Statement on verdict in Joel Acevedo homicide trial

Joint statement from Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

JusticePoint Continues Jail Alternatives Program for Municipal Court

Nonprofit group suing city after municipal judges sought to cancel its services contract.

GOP, RNC Leader Questioned Over No-Bid Contracts From Milwaukee Public Schools

Gerard Randall’s nonprofit received nearly $1.3 million from the district over the past decade. Leaders say he listed them as board officers without their knowledge.

Fight At City Hall Over Control of Board of Zoning Appeals

Council wants board to be independent of administration, but responsive to aldermanic input.

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.

Marisabel for Milwaukee Campaign: I am a pro-choice LGBT leader, and I am proud of my advocacy for immigrants and women

Three-Story Bar Planned For Water Street

Elevate is slated to open in a narrow building between Pourman's and McGillycuddy's.

Citgo Gas Station Gets 10-Day Suspension

Owner cites difficulties finding security personnel, but council demands plan.

New Dining Options Coming To Crossroads Collective

A Mexican restaurant, eggroll purveyor and plant-based cafe plan to join the food hall.

Marisabel Cabrera Brings Experience and Dedication to Circuit Court Campaign

Soul Food Restaurant For Villard Avenue

Smoke-N-Bones would replace Fiyahside Jamaican Cuisine, with soul food and BBQ to-go.

Tamale Restaurant Planned Near I-94, Becher Street

Full-service restaurant would serve Mexican and Guatemalan cuisine in Lincoln Village.

New Bar and Restaurant Planned for Hampton Avenue

Viral Lounge would offer food, drinks and hookah.

New Cafe, Grocery Store Planned for Mill Road

Two new businesses are slated to open in the same building as Cream City Boxing.

Bay View Bar and Restaurant Gets 15-Day Suspension

Little Cancun Sports will remain closed until Oct. 25.

Marquette nursing professor inducted into American Academy of Nursing as AAN Fellow

New Restaurant Brings Home Cooking To Sherman Park

Dinner Today is slated to open in the former Mr. J’s Lounge.

Legislative Committee Okays $6 Million for 2nd Juvenile Facility

What would that mean for Milwaukee's youthful offenders?

Blind Tiger Announces Closing Date

New bar serving cocktails and Mexican eats is proposed to replace the soon-to-close 'speakeasy.'

Black City Residents Still More Likely to Be Stopped, Frisked by Police

Report finds Black drivers 4.5 times more likely to get stopped than white drivers.

New Burrito Restaurant and Bar For Downtown

Industry veteran Mike Eitel plans Barrel Burrito Company and Eitel's at East Town address.

576-Unit Bay View Apartment Complex Wins Key Approval

Bear Development seeks to start construction, but what about environmental remediation?