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Mayor Backs $15 Minimum Wage For City Workers
More than 400 city employees would get a raise under Barrett's proposal.
Jun 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
How Does Police Reform Compare To Other Cities?
New report finds four areas for improvement.
Jun 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Burglar Identified Through Cookie Giveaway
Lakeside Bakery used a sweet strategy to find the suspect of its robbery.
Jun 11th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Mayor Creates Pension Crisis Task Force
City needs to find an additional $77 million annually starting in 2023.
Jun 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Should Decide How $400 Million Spent
That’s how much federal pandemic aid city is getting. A participatory budget process is needed.
Jun 10th, 2021 by Melody McCurtis
City Agrees to Mediation With Morales
Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Barrett Replacing FPC Chair, Vice Chair
Three new appointments by mayor would reshape the Fire & Police Commission.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates
Fair warning to drivers, who haven't had to renew license plates since COVID-19 health order issued.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisor Ryan Clancy Suing City After 2020 Arrest
Clancy's suit seeks to prohibit city from using curfews in the future and argues 2020 curfew violated due process.
Jun 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job
Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Activists Reflect on a Year of Protest
Police reform advocates discuss victories and challenges that remain.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
One Year After George Floyd’s Death
Milwaukeeans reflect on how things have changed — or haven’t.
May 30th, 2021 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Council To Consider Closing VIP Lounge
Milwaukee Police Department backing bar's closure.
May 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Federal Drug Trafficking Grants
Activist asks what success fighting War on Drugs looks like? MPD lists arrests, seizures.
May 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Policies Incentivize City Residency for Milwaukee Police, Firefighters
Fire & Police Commission pushing for public safety departments that reflect the city they protect and serve.
May 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
African American Roundtable Pushes For Change
Founded in 2012, advocates for voter education, $15 minimum wage, defunding police.
May 20th, 2021 by Caroline White
Coins Celebrate Policing of Kenosha Protests
Kenosha Sheriff sends commemorative coins to other police agencies, officials who helped.
May 18th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman
Sickle Cell Excuses Killings By Police?
3 of 47 such deaths nationally were in Milwaukee, but county medical examiner defends his decisions.
May 17th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
City Committee Approves Its Part of BRT Project
Agreement will have the city getting paid to plow snow in exchange for giving up traffic lanes.
May 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Had Many ‘High Value Targets’
Including Mayor Dennis McBride, Rep. David Bowen, protest leaders, attorneys.
May 12th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Bay View Speedway Must Close Early After Robbery String
Police visited gas station 14 times between January 1st and February 11th.
May 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Rules Acevedo Video Can Be Released
Footage shows choking, death of Joel Acevedo. Officer Michael Mattioli charged with reckless homicide.
May 5th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Council Closes Junior’s Cocktail Lounge
After 22 police calls, $26,500 in COVID-19 fines and many neighbor complaints, council votes to shut down bar.
May 5th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Chief Testifies About Mensah
In John Doe hearing Weber defends former officer's killing of Jay Anderson, Jr.
May 4th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Police Haven’t Ended Stop and Frisks
ACLU report finds Milwaukee police out of compliance with 2018 legal settlement.
May 4th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Body Cameras Key To Charges Against Police
Wisconsin families who've lost loved ones hope body camera footage can lead to justice.
May 4th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
City Must Apologize to Sterling Brown
Council approves settlement, which includes apology and changes in how police are trained.
May 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Faces Ambulance Shortage
Shortage of personnel and low reimbursement rate pushing private providers to quit city's 911 system.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Pension Costs Will Cause Huge Worker Layoffs
One-sixth of city workforce projected for cuts by 2026, with added cuts in future years.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Multigenerational Homes Hit Harder By COVID-19
13% of state residents, often families of color, face higher risks of infection and death.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Pratheek Rebala, April Simpson, Susan Ferriss,Taylor Johnston and Vanessa Swales
Sterling Brown Settlement Approved
City will issue apology and adopt slew of police policy changes.
Apr 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Remembering Bill Durkin
He helped create Urban Stables, other philanthropic projects and was an anti-war activist, member of Chicago 15.
Apr 26th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Curfew Tickets During Protests Look Biased
Black residents hit by 64% of curfew violations during Milwaukee’s Spring 2020 protests.
Apr 25th, 2021 by Clara Neupert and Jim Malewitz
DPW To Test Smart Garbage Truck Technology
Could city fleet be used for reporting potholes and illegal dumping? Maybe.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Protesters Rally After Chauvin Verdict
Local activists, members of The People's Revolution celebrate, call for further efforts to achieve justice.
Apr 21st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Program Has New Approach to Prostitution
Milwaukee police offer help rather than arresting prostitutes.
Apr 21st, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Jury Finds Officer Derek Chauvin Guilty
Minneapolis cop guilty on all charges, including second degree murder of George Floyd.
Apr 20th, 2021 by WPR Staff
MPS Is Just As Bad as Police Department
Both are racist systems and both need wholesale reform.
Apr 18th, 2021 by Jordan Morales
County Jail Staff Wore White Supremacist Symbols
Staff wearing "Punisher" symbol and Spartan helmet, both used by far-right groups.
Apr 13th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
First Streetcar Smart Kiosks Installed
Each with interactive displays mixing ads, streetcar arrival data and PSA's.
Apr 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Inside the Milwaukee Police Fusion Center
Protesters have wondered what center is up to. The history and details of little-known unit.
Mar 30th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
New Police Grant Approved With Little Scrutiny
Latest grant got two minutes of discussion, not months of meetings.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Chief Will Testify in New Mensah Case
Jay Anderson's family asks judge to independently file charges.
Mar 25th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
8 Ways Police Mishandled Protests
From Los Angeles to New York, Milwaukee and Wauwatosa, police made similar mistakes.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Council Wants Ann Wilson Off Fire & Police Commission
9-6 vote against her reappointment. But they lack the authority to remove her.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposal Ends Fines for Pot Possession
No fines for possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for a first-time offense.
Mar 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Helped Patrol Tosa Protests?
MPD denies it, but evidence suggests its police were covertly involved.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
How Milwaukee Police Monitor Cell Phones
Department spent $498,000 in 2019 on sophisticated equipment.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Troubled Tavern Could Become Veteran’s Housing
Southside-focused real estate firm buying S. 6th St. building.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Closes Gene’s Supper Club
Multiple shootings in past year drive police, neighbors and alderman to seek bar's closure.
Mar 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Bill Cuts Funding for Cities that ‘Defund Police’
Any reduction in law enforcement spending would be matched by a reduction in state funding.
Mar 11th, 2021 by Laurel White
Council Committee Rejects MPD Request To Be Featured on Crime Show
MPD sees it as public relations improvement. Alderman sees it as "trauma porn."
Mar 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Was Jay Anderson’s Killing Properly Investigated?
New probe raises questions about his shooting by former Tosa cop Joseph Mensah.
Mar 10th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Another Council Committee Opposes Wilson
Majority of council opposes Ann Wilson's reappointment to Fire & Police Commission.
Mar 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
ACLU Calls for National Search for Tosa Police Chief
Police department 'must repair its relationship with many community members.’
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
38 Citations Issued for COVID-19 Violations
VIP Lounge received $11,000 of $28,000 in fines issued by the city.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers’ Budget Proposal Would Allow Milwaukee Sales Tax
City and county officials have been pursuing option for over a year.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
A Primer on City School Board Races
Who is running in February primary and why the Milwaukee school board matters.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Milwaukee A Leader in CCTV Snooping
City has 8 cameras per 1,000 people, more than 28 of 39 large cities studied.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
New 911 Call Center Aims For Speed
City system promises faster pickups, fewer dropped calls, ability to dispatch based on officer location.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Fire Department HQ Being Renamed For Wisconsin’s First Black Architect
Alonzo Robinson was a trailblazing architect
Jan 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Nightclub Surrenders License Before Revocation Hearing
SITE closes following shooting.
Jan 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
What Can City Do About Pension Crisis?
Milwaukee must find at least $90 million annually starting in 2023. All options are on the table.
Jan 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Confirms Avalos, Adds Tie-Breaking Vote to Fire & Police Commission
But a potential issue awaits with looming rejection of Ann Wilson's reappointment.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Commit To Addressing Homicide Pandemic
"There is a tremendous amount of work to be done, and we will do it together," said Mayor Tom Barrett.
Jan 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Project Helps Sex Trafficking Victims
Using a housing first model, program provides stability to mend and move forward.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Tosa Mayor Named As ‘Target’ By Police
Such action will 'drive a wedge" between police and people they serve, McBride warns.
Jan 13th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Council Keeps Delaying on Sterling Brown Settlement
Alderman says deal isn't ready to be approved.
Jan 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Shows Off Wisconsin Center Vaccination Hub
Public could be vaccinated there in future weeks. Effort starting with frontline workers.
Jan 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Seeks Data for Vision Zero Push
Consultant would identify dangerous interactions, develop predictive model.
Jan 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Coggs Continues to Lead Push for Enhanced Trauma-Informed Care
Alderwoman pushes for standardization in referrals with hopes of preventing future crime.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Resources for Families Coping with Violence
These resources offer support and engagement for youth and counseling for trauma.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Committee Rejects Ann Wilson’s FPC Reappointment
But even if council affirms rejection, Wilson could continue to serve.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Department Will Start Issuing Citations From Complaints
New citations being drafted from New Years holiday. The department still isn't doing night inspections.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New City Engineer Must Tackle Reckless Driving
Committee approves Kruschke to job. And alders want him to focus on safety.
Jan 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Mentorship Program Helps Boys Without Fathers
Youth are partnered with mentors, learn first aid and lifesaving skills.
Dec 31st, 2020 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Acevedo Family Pledges Push For Justice
They demand officer Michael Mattioli be fired, his alleged accomplices be charged in death of their son Joel.
Dec 29th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Mayor Barrett Is Asleep At The Switch
His handling of Fire and Police Commission is just one example of increasingly negligent leadership.
Dec 26th, 2020 by Jordan Morales
Why So Many Police Chiefs?
Milwaukee's police leadership has become a surreal version of musical chairs. What’s going on?
Dec 23rd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Barrett Sticks With Ann Wilson for FPC
Reappointing her to Fire & Police Commission though she backed its reckless decision to demote Chief Morales.
Dec 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Talk Radio Station Offers “The Truth”
FM 101.7 The Truth features Black hosts and viewpoints, goes live on January 4th.
Dec 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Prepared to File Federal Lawsuit
Ousted Milwaukee police chief seeks damages, potential return to his position.
Dec 21st, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Jeffrey Norman Will Serve as Acting Police Chief
Once a finalist to be permanent chief, Norman will serve on interim basis.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Vote No on COPS Grant
We don't want the grant today, tomorrow or next month.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Markasa Tucker
911 Audio from Joel Acevedo Case Released
"I want to go home," says Acevedo. Family still seeking body camera footage.
Dec 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Mayor Clash Over Police Grant
Nine council members blast Barrett, claiming he's not committed to police reform.
Dec 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Traffic Fatalities Surge in 2020
Despite big decrease in traffic. Do emptier roads encourage reckless driving?
Dec 16th, 2020 by Edgar Mendez
Council Moves To Reject Federal COPS Grant
Means 30 fewer officers, leaving Milwaukee down by 150 officers in 2021.
Dec 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Avalos Confirmation On Hold Because of FPC Misstep
Committee voted for her without necessary background check.
Dec 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Sets Conditions For COPS Grant
Committee proposes 7 conditions for police department in order for city to accept federal grant.
Dec 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New MPD Policy Bans Most Chokeholds, Adds “I Can’t Breathe” Rule
Changes reflect national "Eight Can't Wait" reform effort.
Dec 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Commission Ties Again on Picking Milwaukee’s Next Police Chief
Mahaley or Aziz? Commission still can't decide.
Dec 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Should Reject Federal COPS Grant
What sounds like community oriented policing will really expand the War on Drugs.
Dec 10th, 2020 by Paul Mozina
How Independent Are Police Shooting Investigations?
Emails raise questions about the rotating team of investigators known as the Milwaukee Area Investigative Team.
Dec 5th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Fire & Police Commission Ties On Next Police Chief
Will meet again on December 10th.
Dec 3rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Amanda Avalos Named to Fire & Police Commission
Community organizer and policing critic named by Barrett to embattled oversight board.
Dec 1st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Found ‘Significant Training Issues’ in Shooting by Mensah
Chisholm recommended body cameras after Jay Anderson’s shooting but department stalled.
Dec 1st, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Milwaukee County Surpasses Last Year’s Record Overdose Deaths
There has already been 435 overdose deaths this year.
Nov 27th, 2020 by Edgar Mendez
Council Delays on Federal COPS Grant
Would fund 30 positions, prevent more police reductions, but presents future fiscal issues.
Nov 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
