Milwaukee Fire Department

Milwaukee Election Commission Announces Polling Location Changes for 2026–2027 Election Season

South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center Presents Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music

From Joan Baez and Bonnie Raitt to Alison Krauss and Brandi Carlile With Cristina Vane & Brennen Leigh. Friday, March 27 at 7:30 pm

Mayor’s Year of Housing: City of Milwaukee Launches Next Phase of Public Artist in Residence Program With Milwaukee Fire Department to Address Safe Housing

Request for Proposals for PAIR artist services, Request for Qualifications to fill PAIR Liaison position due March 16, 2026

Downtown Ice CAPE-ade to Celebrate Local Heroes and Supers Saturday at Red Arrow Parks Slice of Ice Rink

Guests to include Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire Department, costumed superhero characters, and more on Saturday, Feb. 7

Milwaukee Christmas Morning Fire Spotlights Critical Fire Safety Transparency Issue

Local Celebrities to Participate in Friendly Bell Ringing Competition

Rep. Goodwin Thanks Milwaukee Common Council for Restoring Fire Department Funding

Mayor Johnson to Tip Off Milwaukee’s Holiday Season at 2025 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting at Cheer District, Presented by the We Energies Foundation

112th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration will be held Friday, November 21 from 5-7 p.m.

Henry Maier Festival Park Celebrates Extended 2025 Season with Nine New Events

In support of public safety

Statement of Alderman Peter Burgelis November 7, 2025

Committee Amends 2026 City Budget, Prioritizes Neighborhood Investment Citywide

Finance & Personnel Committee Approves Amendment to Strengthen Fire Department Fleet and Study Innovative Response Models

A welcome step in Madison to help protect apartment dwellers from deadly fires

Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, and Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore October 28, 2025

Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday

Downtown’s pumpkin palooza offers more free goodies and an expanded backdrop of seasonal lights

Milwaukee Downtown names its 2025 Downtown Achievement Award Winners

Key downtown projects and organizations recognized at Milwaukee Downtown’s 2025 State of Downtown

Rep. Goodwin Recognizes First Responder of the Year

Fire Equipment Running on Fumes: Alderman Burgelis Sounds Alarm on Critically Underfunded Fleet Needs

Data shows more than $27 million needed in 2026 and 2027 compared to Mayor’s $2 million 2026 proposal

October at the H-D Museum – First Responder Salute, Trunk or Treat, Skulloween & BBQ & Blues

Halloween Village returns to Baird Community Commons

Interactive displays and a giant, walkthrough pumpkin to delight families Oct. 10-31

Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) Announces Programming Details for 150th Anniversary Celebration

Baldwin, Capito, Hassan Lead Bipartisan Bill to Deliver First Responders with Training and Tools to Prevent Overdose Deaths

MPD Officers Shot

South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center Announces 2025-2026 Performing Arts Season

Committee to discuss building code provisions related to installation of sprinkler systems

Tenants and families deserve access NOW to Highland Court Apartments

Statement of Alderman Robert J. Bauman May 22, 2025

Big Truck Day returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 17

American Red Cross Celebrates 2025 Local Heroes

Fatal Fire on the 3000 block of W. Capitol Dr. Tuesday, April 08, 2025

10 Local Leaders Going to Harvard for Young American Leaders Program

Wave Take on Rival Baltimore at Home Friday Night; Dallas on the Road Saturday Night

Brewers Community Foundation Announces More Than $4.5 Million Raised in 2024; More Than $60 Million Raised Since 2010 Inception

“Beyond the Diamond” Community Relations Efforts Make Memorable Impact

Wave Head to STL to Take on Much Talked About Ambush Sunday Afternoon

Local Celebrities To Participate in Friendly Bell Ringing Competition

OnMilwaukee Announces “Ignite Your Holiday Spirit” with the Milwaukee Fire Department

Milwaukee County EMS Administers First Whole Blood Transfusion in the Field

Wauwatosa Fire Department saves life as a result of newly implemented, County-led initiative

Milwaukee Fire Department Announces New Organizational Changes and Personnel Enhancements in Response to 2025 Budget

Downtown Milwaukee’s Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee moves to new Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons on Oct. 26

Downtown’s pumpkin palooza returns with more free goodies and a backdrop of seasonal lights

Halloween lights debut in Downtown Milwaukee as part of new Halloween Village at Baird Community Commons

Interactive displays and a giant, walkthrough pumpkin delighting families now thru Oct. 31

Milwaukee Fire Department Implements Innovative Technology to Enhance Firefighter Safety

Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Lipski is rolling out 50 units of advanced location tracking technology from Ascent Integrated Tech to enhance firefighter safety and operational efficiency.

Wisconsin Task Force 1 assists in search efforts in North Carolina

Survive Alive House to Host Fire Safety Event on October 7

Event will kick-off National Fire Prevention Month

AG Kaul Meets with EMS Leave Behind Program Recipients

City of Milwaukee Health Department Back to School Health Fair

Bronzeville Week 2024 begins this weekend

Fire started in vacant house catches occupied home next door on fire

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs May 22, 2024

MPD Officer Shot

‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week

Dozens of big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Police Department and Milwaukee Fire Department will be on site at Red Arrow Park for kids to check out

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Reflects on First Term Successes

During his first term, County Executive Crowley delivered investments, initiatives, and policies to advance racial equity in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Officers Association and Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215 Endorse Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Endorsed by 14 Organizations and 13 Leaders Before Election Day

MFD, Ambulance Service Providers to roll out enhanced search protocol

Alderman Lamont Westmoreland Announces Key Endorsements in Re-Election Bid

Council adopts file urging change of MFD, ambulance service providers

Rep. Evan Goyke Announces Strong Support from Area Labor Unions in Campaign for City Attorney

Woman’s death after collapse at bus stop is tragic and shows need for better response

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland January 31, 2024

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements

Third Annual Downtown Ice CAPE-Ade Returns to Red Arrow Park

Skate with local and national heroes during the third annual Downtown Ice CAPE-ade at Red Arrow Park’s “Slice of Ice” rink

VISIT Milwaukee Announces New Vice President and First-Ever Director of Community Engagement & Inclusion

MPD Officer Shot

Local Celebrities To Ring Bells For The Salvation Army

Residents invited to 14th District town hall meeting on Sunday, December 3

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

Downtown Milwaukee hosts 2nd annual Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee on Oct. 28

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 casts a spell on Red Arrow Park for a family-friendly Halloween event

Local talent and big trucks to be on display at Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

Gun Locks Available at UNCOM Locations

Milwaukee Health Department Hosts 22nd Annual Back to School Health Fair

Communication file to discuss Northridge Mall coming to committee Tuesday

MPD Joins the Hope Kit Initiative

Milwaukee Health Department Continues Harm Reduction Work Amidst Devastating Fatal Overdose Weekend

Superheroes and A Touch of Arendelle On Tap For Red Arrow Park’s “Slice of Ice” Rink

Downtown Ice CAPE-ade and “Broadway Skates” featuring Disney’s FROZEN among the themed skating events for February

MPD Mourns The Death of An Officer Killed in the Line of Duty

Statement from the Milwaukee Police Department.

Supervisor Burgelis Commends Reopening of Station 28

Wauwatosa and Milwaukee Fire Departments' Collaboration Allows for Return of Engine 28

Local Celebrities To Ring Bells For The Salvation Army

Public input drives budget amendment that seeks to restore library and fire services

Federal Funds Give Milwaukee a Budget Reprieve, but Debt Up as Reckoning Nears

Federal monies supporting more than half of Milwaukee Fire Department positions

Suspect Vehicle Crashes during Police Pursuit

MPD Officer Involved Shooting

MPD Officer Struck by Gunfire

Milwaukee Health Department Hosts 21st Annual Back-to-School Health Fair

Statement on Wilson Park Creek incident

Alderman Scott Spiker and Common Council President José G. Pérez June 14, 2022

Milwaukee Community Sailing Center to Host FREE Water Safety Expo Wednesday, May 25 from 4 to 7:30 PM

Safe & Sound to Host Multiple Drug Take Backs on National Drug Take Back Day- Saturday, April 30th

Reappointment of Fire Chief Aaron Lipski a win for Milwaukee

Statement of Alderman Mark A. Borkowski April 22, 2022

Smoke alarms save lives: Free installations for Milwaukee residents in need as part of Red Cross home fire safety effort

Register for a home fire safety visit this May; volunteer opportunities also available

Fire and Police Commission to Hold Virtual Community Meeting for Consideration of the Reappointment of Fire Chief Aaron Lipski

HOPE Kits aim to provide lifesaving tools for the community

Fire and Police Commission to Hold Virtual Community Meeting for Consideration of the Reappointment of Fire Chief Aaron Lipski

Death of a Person in Police Custody

Suspect in Connection to MPD Officer Shot Criminally Charged

MPD Officer Shot

Suspects in Connection to Off-Duty MPD Detective Shot Criminally Charged

Third Ward shooting suspects charged

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 20

Event will include announcement of 2021 Difference Makers Award winners

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Battalion Chief Sean Slowey

Port Milwaukee Helps Move Ascent Project Forward

Last Shipment of Mass Timber Structural Elements Leaving Port Milwaukee for Downtown Tower’s Construction Site

Ambulance, bus crash leaves five injured

Statement of Alderman Mark A. Borkowski December 8, 2021

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Committee recommends approval of ARPA omnibus proposal

Includes funding for public safety and crime prevention, housing, lead abatement, continued COVID response and more

Council approves major ARPA-funded pedestrian safety/anti-reckless driving measure

Getting Milwaukee closer to better financial health, more stable housing, and improved public health and safety

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 21, 2021

Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention, 414Life, and the Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault to Host Summer of Healing Event

DSPS Secretary Dawn Crim Assembles Mass Timber Task Force, Looks to Distinguish the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code

The task force will meet virtually and is expected to generate a set of mass timber guidelines by year end.