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Milwaukee Man Indicted for Arson Causing Injury to a Firefighter at 40th & Lloyd Incident

Milwaukee Cares Mask Ordinance to Go into Effect July 16

Milwaukee Adopts Mask Mandate

Council unanimously adopts indoor and outdoor mandate. Goes into effect Thursday.

MCSO Conducts Death Investigation at Bradford Beach

Selection of next executive director of the Fire and Police Commission must involve community and must be transparent

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Nik Kovac and Alderman Caviler Johnson

Fire & Police Leader Withdraws

FPC Executive Director Griselda Aldrete says council values spectacle over merit.

Feds Won’t Cover $1.6 Million Hazard Pay

Changing guidance leaves Milwaukee holding the bag for COVID-19-related bonus.

Communication file introduced to seek answers regarding MFD incident

Fire Department Investigating Brown Figure Hanging in “Looped Ribbon”

Charges expected to be read this week. Investigation underway since February.

Fire & Police Commission Director Wins Committee Support For Reappointment

Griselda Aldrete gets committee support, but needs to pick up five votes from the full council to keep her job.

Activists Clean Up Around Burned House As Questions Remain

Activists want more from police, police want cooperation from community

MPD investigates report of two missing teenagers

Suspected Sex Trafficking House Burned

Crowd surrounds house at 40th and Lloyd believed to be connected to missing children.

Milwaukee County Headed for Record Overdoses in 2020

By March the county was significantly ahead of 2019 in the number of deaths.

Grant extension of $500K good news for MKE’s efforts to combat opioid epidemic

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy June 10, 2020

Urban Milwaukee Burns, Will Rise Like a Phoenix

Tragedy strikes our publication, but optimism abounds.

Thousands March While Attorney In Custody For Spitting In Protester’s Face

Giannis and other Bucks players show up at one of seven marches.

Police, Mayor, Hospital Workers March to Sherman Park

March is markedly different from larger marches that have circled city.

City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

Officials lament burglaries, fires, vandalism. Chief Morales warns police "taking action".

Milwaukee Police Department updates community on COVID-19

City To Furlough, Cut Hours For 750 Employees

Revenue down $27 million in pandemic and city forced to make cuts.

Should City Workers Get COVID Bonus?

Public Works employees can't work from home, face more risk of COVID-19.

First Responders React To Supply Shortage, Change Operations

Police officers and firefighters are having trouble accessing the personal protective equipment they need.

Milwaukee Preparing for the Arrival of Coronavirus

Scale of virus outbreak in Wisconsin doubles during press conference as Barrett asks Evers to declare statewide emergency.

WMSE’s 18th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser

County Had Record Overdose Deaths in 2019

404 overdose deaths last year; previous high was 401 in 2017.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Milwaukee Fire Department Firefighter

Summerfest Squeezed on Police Costs?

Alderman threatens to delay street closure permit if Summerfest won't pay city's costs.

Milwaukee Seeking $50 Million To Pay for DNC Security

Federal grant covers costs of police and fire during convention. 4,000 police officers expected.

Homicides Down 33% Since 2015

New approach with many stakeholders paying off, but work nowhere near done, says mayor.

Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years

Commission grants police chief a full term, requires public meeting, reports.

Officer Ray Confirmed Without Debate

Former MPD officer is newest member of troubled Fire and Police Commission.

FPC Fumbles Police Residency Points

Months of confused meetings fail to pass residency points for police promotions.

City Wins $700,000 For Drug Overdose Fight

Opioid program has saved 15 lives in 2019; new funding will expand program.

Stunned Council Grills FPC Director

"It all doesn't add up" two aldermen say, while Hamilton says questions were answered.

Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?

Second public resignation and much staff turnover under new executive director.

Taylor Slams Barrett Over Residency

Mayoral candidate cites losses since residency requirement ended by Legislature.

4,000 Police Officers Will Guard DNC

Some 150 police departments, 12 fire departments will secure 50,000-person event.

The Man Behind Coffee Makes You Black

Entrepreneur Bradley Thurman is 70 years young, with a unique cafe.

Make this Holiday Season Unforgettable at the Pfister Hotel and Hilton Milwaukee

Marcus Hotels & Resorts hosts something for everyone at this year’s can’t-miss festivities

Representative LaKeshia Myers Honors First Responder Eliza A. Ortiz

"I am proud to honor Eliza Ortiz today as the twelfth district’s first responder of the year."

Bucks, Fire Department Have Cost Sharing Agreement

Deputy Chief praises Bucks' commitment to safety.

Should Smoking Be Banned in Front of Public Buildings?

Murphy and Donovan square off over smoking in front of City Hall.

Update Regarding Three-Vehicle Crash in the Mitchell Interchange

The south-to-west collector ramp was closed from 7:09 p.m. to 9:50 p.m. to facilitate MCSO’s investigation, and traffic was diverted into the northbound lanes of I-94/I-43.

Mayor’s Budget Cuts Cops and Property Tax Rate

City squeezed by rising pension costs, declining state aid. Police cuts through retirements proposed.

Crash Results In OWI Arrest

Witnesses stated that the driver of the striking vehicle, identified as 28-year-old Danaille L. Vawikowski, lost control of her vehicle before striking the other vehicle.

Tomato Romp 2019 Was a Mess

8,000 pounds of overripe produce and a mob of tomato terrorists. What could go wrong?

Tax Hike Would Give City $50 Million Per Year

Barrett says proposed 1% sales tax hike would fund police, fire, streets, property tax relief.

Return of The Tomato Wars

The East Side’s Tomato Romp returns this Saturday for its biggest, messiest year yet.

What Is An 1886 Firehouse Worth?

Colectivo owner Lincoln Fowler and his wife Lilith paid $450,000, will make it their home.

Opioid Addiction Can Be Beaten, Experts Say

Experts and activists meet in Bay View to discuss city’s opioid, heroin, cocaine crisis.

Prepare for the East Side’s 13​th​ Annual Tomato Romp Festival

Only One Month Away!

MCSO Responds to Fatal Crash

The Milwaukee Fire Department was also dispatched to the scene and performed life saving measures.

Council approves resolution calling for restrictions on firework sales

News release from Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Aldrete Will Lead Police-Fire Commission

Attorney, third FPC leader in three years, brings diverse background to challenging job.

MCSO Administers CPR & Life Saving Narcan; Driver Arrested for OWI 1st Offense

The first Deputy on scene requested Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD), additional MCSO support, and Narcan.

MCSO & Parks to Host Public Safety Day

The entire community is invited to meet MCSO Deputies and Milwaukee County Park Rangers, while enjoying free food, refreshments, snacks and information.

Council Rejects Barrett’s FPC Appointee

Fire and Police Commission appointee gives "petulant" presentation, rejected by council.

MCSO Responds to Fatal Crash

When MCSO personnel arrived on scene, they observed that a van had struck the crash attenuator barrier of the Park Place exit ramp and became engulfed in flames.

Council Proposes 3% Raise for Employees Living in City

Proposal in response to Republican law ending city residency requirement.

Man Dies After Jumping Off Hoan Bridge

The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating the incident.

Are Police Pursuits Out of Control?

Massive increase in high-speed chases under the new policy. Results are scary.

Update: Name Released of In-Custody Death

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy and the results are pending.

In-Custody Death Investigation

April 22, 2019

Council Approves North America’s Tallest Timber Tower

Milwaukee could be home to tallest wood building in Western Hemisphere by 2021.

You can’t plow curb to curb if you don’t come down the street

Folks, I call ‘em like I see ‘em and this is just not acceptable.

Milwaukee Athletic Club Worth $7.6 Million

Club behind on taxes owed city, but new plan for hotel should gain it more revenue.

Tallest Timber Tower Gets First Approval

City Plan Commission endorses plan for North America's tallest mass timber building.

Founders 3 Awarded the Leasing Assignment for Hardware HQ

Founders 3 Real Estate Services Announcement – Hardware HQ

Watch the Bradley Center Roof Drop

"Shaped charges" cause massive roof to implode, drop into stadium.

25 Local Celebrities To Ring Bells For The Salvation Army

$1.8 million raised in Milwaukee County so far

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.

Council Adopts 2019 City Budget

Average homeowner will see $51.88 increase, no change in total fire and police officers.

11 Things to Know Before You Ride The Hop

How many people will ride it? How is it free? Oh so many questions, all answered here.

The Hop Announces ‘Grand Hop-ening’ Schedule of Events

Activities to engage the entire community slated for Nov. 2-4

Make It a Holiday to Remember at The Pfister Hotel, Hilton Milwaukee and InterContinental Milwaukee

Plus, the three “must do” events at Marcus Hotels & Resorts this holiday season

Pension Overpayment Eases Pain in 2019 City of Milwaukee Budget

The report also analyzes increased investment in lead abatement programs and services in the proposed budget.

Fire Department Defends Vacant Building Signs

They're meant to warn fire fighters of hazards; Bauman charges they attract crime.

Barrett Unveils 2019 Budget Proposal

Proposal would add 10 police officers, spend $20 million on lead abatement efforts.

Meeting Addresses Swing Park Homicides

Mayor, police, city officials, residents have a solution-oriented meeting short on anger.

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at the Big Gig BBQ

$5K Giveaway, First Amateur Rib Cooking Competition & Music Lineup Revealed

Why the Historic Pumping Station Was Demolished

Could Michels have saved the building and incorporated it into its $100 million plan?

Michels Announces $100 Million Harbor District Plan

Apartments, a hotel, multiple office buildings and new restaurants planned.

Police Issue First Ticket for Scooter Crash

Pedestrian on sidewalk struck by Bird scooter operator on N. Downer Ave.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 494 and Roman Electric Honor Members for Saving Lives

Bucks Unveil Custom Fire Hydrants

City works with team to install 15 unique fire hydrants around new arena.

Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat

Meet the six candidates vying for the northwest side seat held for 18 years by Jim Bohl.

Fire tragedy comes to N. 25th St.

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey - May 15, 2018

More Smoke Alarms for the City

Partners Red Cross and Harley Davidson install 700 smoke alarms in city neighborhoods.

Alderman Kovac invites 3rd District residents to Milwaukee Fire Department Community Relations Open House

The free event will take place Saturday, May 5th.

Reagan H.S. Holds Opportunity Fair

20 organizations come to unique school whose students represent more than 20 countries.

A James Douglas Masterpiece

Wonderful Prospect Ave. mansion built in 1890 by one of city's best architects.

Third Ward Firehouse Conversion Approved

1915 riverfront building at foot of Water Street Bridge to become three unit "family retreat."

FPC launches Milwaukee Collaborative Reform Initiative Community Feedback Portal

The FPC and MPD are committed to continuing the community conversation started during the US DOJ Collaborative Review process.

Light & Unite Red Campaign for substance abuse awareness

Alderman Michael J. Murphy shows his support for substance abuse awareness

Donovan Says City Terrorized by Villains

“I am not fabricating, falsifying,” he says, decrying current approaches to crime.

City Kills Contracts With American Sewer

Council moves to subpoena owner, Donovan walks out of heated discussion about racism.

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for Fire Lt. Kristin Ciganek-Schroeder

Order effective Wednesday, December 13

Alderman Murphy secures funding for opioid addiction awareness

The number of deaths related to opioid overdoses keeps climbing.