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City Preparing Interior Demo of Northridge Boston Store
City hopes to redevelop site, still pursuing demolition of China-owned mall.
Sep 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
2 Police Brutality Settlements Before the City
Council could approve $260,000 in settlements Tuesday.
Sep 23rd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Car Free, South Side Streets on Saturday
Ciclovia MKE returns. Mix and mingle, walk or go for a bike ride on September 14th.
Sep 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Tax Hike Would Give City $50 Million Per Year
Barrett says proposed 1% sales tax hike would fund police, fire, streets, property tax relief.
Sep 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Mr. Mayor: Who in Heaven’s Name is Watching the Store?
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 6, 2019
Sep 6th, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Council Okays Settlement to Sterling Brown
City would pay $400,000. But the Bucks guard isn't expected to accept the offer.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Lena Taylor Announces Run for Mayor
"We need leadership and an office that is not corrupt," she declares.
Sep 3rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Guilty Verdicts in Two Violent Firearms Cases in Milwaukee County
“Vigorously prosecuting violent offenders like the defendants in these cases makes communities safer.”
Sep 3rd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Measuring Poverty’s Impact in the City
Powerful new data has been done. But some research was shut down.
Aug 28th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
MCSO Arrests Subject in Reckless Driving Incident
This is an ongoing investigation.
Aug 27th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
Northridge Mall Lawsuit Filed
Battle over future of vacant mall headed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
Aug 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Kicks Off 2020 Budget Process
Numbers are daunting. City between a rock and a hard place when it comes to finances.
Aug 16th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Police-Community Relations Better in Sherman Park?
Three years after unrest there’s more cops present, residents say, but still a lack of trust.
Aug 14th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Will WTMJ Move to The Avenue?
Good Karma Brands might consolidate its radio stations in the former Grand Avenue Mall.
Aug 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Urban Stables Take Shape
Project combines police horses with equine therapy for veterans and children.
Aug 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Losing As Summerfest Safety Costs Grow Quickly
Long-term lease agreement means the city has eaten $4 million in costs since 2011.
Aug 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
UPDATE – MCSO Has Suspect in Custody
The investigation is ongoing.
Aug 6th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
MCSO Investigates Report of Shots Fired Incident on Freeway
There are no further details at this time.
Aug 6th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
City Blocking New Scooters, 100+ Complaints About Bad Riders
City pushing pause on scooter pilot program to push for less sidewalk riding.
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council approves resolution calling for restrictions on firework sales
News release from Alderman Cavalier Johnson
Jul 30th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Aldrete Will Lead Police-Fire Commission
Attorney, third FPC leader in three years, brings diverse background to challenging job.
Jul 30th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
The Couture Changes Financing Plan
Developer misses funding deadline, plans to apply again. Baird & Co. now working on the deal.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
FPC Nominee Faces Cloud of Uncertainty
Council vote unclear on Griselda Aldrete, mayor's pick to lead Fire & Police Commission.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Prayers for five-year-old-girl wounded in road rage confrontation
Statement from Alderman Rainey July 26, 2019
Jul 26th, 2019 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
A Sherman Park Success Story
Developers rehab 104 city-owned homes in three years in the area.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Take It EZ, Donovan Urges
New public-private initiative targets reckless driving in the city.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Okays City Pedestrian Plan
98 pages with 100 actions suggested. But will any of it be funded?
Jul 17th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Condolences for the family of Brooklyn Harris
Statement from Alderman Rainey July 15, 2019
Jul 15th, 2019 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Spencer for City Attorney campaign announces more than $100,000 on hand for spring campaign
"The City Attorney has a tremendous ability to affect city policy, and it’s time for new leadership that will bring public accountability to the office."
Jul 12th, 2019 by Tearman Spencer
MCSO Responds to Crash
The investigation is on-going.
Jul 11th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
Council Passes New Tow Truck Rules
Private operators must must file forms regarding any "drops". Next could be report cards.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Scooters Legalized But Not on Sidewalks
City's action means scooters could be back on streets soon, but fined for using sidewalks.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
After one year of uncertainty, a win for the Amani neighborhood
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey July 3, 2019
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
To Curb Reckless Drivers, There is No Substitute for Police Officers
No plan can be considered comprehensive that neglects law enforcement
Jul 2nd, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Tow Trucks Fight City Hall
Proposal requires companies to file forms proving car owner wouldn't pay fee to avoid tow away.
Jun 27th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Is the City Ready for Scooters?
Council debates pilot program allowing scooters. "We're all scared to death," Borkowski says.
Jun 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawmakers Legalize Scooters
City poised to update its regulations in response, clearing way for Bird to return.
Jun 25th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Condolences for off-duty Milwaukee officer death
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson June 18, 2019
Jun 18th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
A difficult day for law enforcement in Southeast Wisconsin
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan June 18, 2019
Jun 18th, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Statement of Attorney General Kaul on Death of Two Police Officers
"The loss of two police officers—two people who worked to keep communities safe—is a tragedy."
Jun 18th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
How West Side Area Was Revived
Potawatomi tribe celebrates $50 million redevelopment of former Concordia campus.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
Join us Saturday, June 8 for the 2nd Annual Ride with Pride!
Start your engines for the world's largest LGBTQ motorcycle ride
Jun 6th, 2019 by Milwaukee Pride, Inc.
Event to mark placing of plaque to remember fallen officer
"Officer Irvine was killed in the line of duty while working to protect the citizens of the City of Milwaukee..."
Jun 4th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Fire & Police Commission Is Too Lax
It has statutory authority to oversee Police Department’s operations, but isn’t doing so.
Jun 2nd, 2019 by Paul Mozina
ACLU sues Milwaukee Police Department for unconstitutional conduct during Sherman Park demonstrations
“The Milwaukee Police Department has demonstrated its custom of using excessive force to disperse people peacefully exercising their First Amendment rights, and our clients suffered real harm as a result of that policy.”
May 29th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Council Rejects Barrett’s FPC Appointee
Fire and Police Commission appointee gives "petulant" presentation, rejected by council.
May 29th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
MCSO Deputies Respond to Shots Fired
No deputies or subjects were injured.
May 28th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
City Should Change Police Pursuit Policy
940 pursuits in one year? Police should return to using effective GPS technology tracking program.
May 27th, 2019 by Jonathan Farris
Alderman Terry Witkowski Resigning
Barrett-ally stepping down. Witkowski's aide, Scott Spiker, has filed to run for his seat.
May 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Proposes 3% Raise for Employees Living in City
Proposal in response to Republican law ending city residency requirement.
May 22nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
The Race to Curb Speeding in Milwaukee
Despite recent dangerous crashes, Milwaukee Police are not making changes to the department’s vehicle pursuit policy, officials say.
May 17th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Man Dies After Jumping Off Hoan Bridge
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating the incident.
May 10th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
City a Leader in Complete Streets Policy
Milwaukee's Complete Streets policy ranks third nationally in report, but yet to be tested.
May 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Electric Scooters Could Return This Year
Bill working its way through state Legislature to legalize electric scooters.
May 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Armed Man Shot By Police
Killing on South Side came after attempted robbery.
May 8th, 2019 by WPR Staff
Woodruff Man Pleads Guilty for Aiding in Murder of Lac du Flambeau Man
“DOJ and other agencies continue to seek justice in this important case.”
May 8th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Taco Truck Issue Still Not Settled
Agreement between owner and area alderman Bob Donovan has fallen apart.
May 6th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Inside Milwaukee’s Successful DNC Bid
Mayor speaks off the cuff to reveal what happened, what's going on now, what is to come.
May 2nd, 2019 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Police Target Speeding
Vehicle crashes, hit-and-runs spiking, police working with state patrol to clamp down.
May 2nd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
City’s New Horse Stables Break Ground
MKE Urban Stables to house police department's mounted patrol, offer equine therapy.
Apr 30th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
City May Expand Residency Incentives
Proposal would extend incentives to police and fire fighters.
Apr 30th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
In Defense of MPD’s Pursuit Policy
How quickly some seem to forget
Apr 25th, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukeeans Getting Worse at Driving
Crashes up 51% since 2009. Is cell phone use by drivers helping drive numbers?
Apr 25th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Cheap, Flavored Tobacco Easily Accessible To Milwaukee Teens
Youth Access Rate Rises from 19% in 2017 to 25% in 2018
Apr 19th, 2019 by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute
City Will Shame Prostitutes’ Customers
Get caught paying for sex? That'll cost you $2,500 and maybe exposure on TV.
Apr 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Two charged in attack on Parking Enforcement Officer
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson April 8, 2019
Apr 8th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
MPD Complying With ACLU Settlement
Changes due to suit alleging Milwaukee Police stop-and-frisk policy used racial profiling.
Apr 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New Program Combats City’s Gun Violence
City Health Department, hospitals team up to treat gun violence as public health problem.
Apr 5th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
City’s Violent Crime Down in 2019
First quarter of year shows murders, non-fatal shootings, carjackings down.
Apr 3rd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Making America’s Cleanest City?
City initiating campaign and steep fines for littering to help clean up Milwaukee.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan on two injured MPD officers
March 29, 2019
Mar 29th, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Barrett Encourages Young Adults to Apply to MPD Ambassador Program
Program seeks to introduce youth to careers in public safety and strengthen MPD community involvement
Mar 26th, 2019 by Tom Barrett
Remembering Noelani Robinson
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson March 18, 2019
Mar 18th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Will Mayor’s Veto of Food Truck Ban Stand?
Council could override but two aldermen have switched to Barrett’s side.
Mar 15th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
Help find missing toddler Noelani Robinson
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson March 14, 2019
Mar 14th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Silk Group Buys Art’s Performing Center
No more punning for strip club, now to be known as Silk on Water.
Mar 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Vetoes Food Truck Ban
"We should support the opportunities and great flavors they bring to Milwaukee."
Mar 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
War on Drugs Is Devastating City
So why won’t we talk about it? Why aren’t city-county officials confronting it?
Mar 12th, 2019 by Paul Mozina
12 Rules For City in DNC Convention Contract
Democrats want lots of insurance, safes, security, live streaming and more.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Offers Upbeat State of City Speech
Mayor touts employers coming to city, The Hop's launch and a friendly governor.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Association Endorses Hagedorn for Supreme Court
"It is a tremendous honor to receive the Milwaukee Police Association’s endorsement in this race."
Mar 11th, 2019 by Brian Hagedorn
Neighbor and Employer Remembers Slain Cop
“Matt was a happy guy. This whole situation is heart breaking.”
Feb 12th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Community support in wake of officer’s death truly inspiring
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan February 8, 2019
Feb 8th, 2019 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Governor Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Police Department Officer Matthew Rittner
"This loss is also a reminder that men and women like Matthew put their lives on the line every day to protect our citizens and communities in Wisconsin."
Feb 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Reggie Moore’s ‘Blueprint for Peace’
Head of Milwaukee’s Office of Violence Prevention talks trauma with journalist Mike Gousha.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Dave Fidlin
MPD Releases Name, Details About Slain Officer
Matthew Rittner is third officer killed in line of duty in last eight months.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Statement on Tragic Loss of Milwaukee Police Officer
"Today my heart, thoughts and prayers are with the Milwaukee Police Department as they mourn the loss of one of their own, for the third time in less than a year."
Feb 6th, 2019 by State Sen. LaTonya Johnson
Joint statement on fallen Milwaukee Police Officer
From Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Jóse G. Pérez, Alderman Robert Donovan, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderman Terry L. Witkowski, Alderman Cavalier Johnson and Alderman Mark A. Borkowski
Feb 6th, 2019 by Milwaukee Common Council
Questions Surround Vaun Mayes’ Arrest
Charged with plot to firebomb police, Mayes is a dedicated community worker, supporters say.
Feb 6th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Injures Sustained by Deputy Sheriff
The Milwaukee Police Department responded to investigate the crash and will determine what, if any, charges are appropriate.
Jan 26th, 2019 by Earnell Lucas
First COP Houses Coming to City
Council members debate impact as Harambee area gets community oriented policing houses.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Jenny Fischer
MPD Beat Patrol Targets Clarke Square
Police worked with aldermen Donovan and Perez to establish neighborhood beat cop program.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Madison Marx
Police Helping Homeless in Encampments
Homeless Outreach Team is part of MPD’s community policing strategy.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Carly Wolf
Police Relations in Sherman Park Still An Issue
Capt. Willie Murphy of District 7 is working to rebuild trust in the neighborhood.
Jan 7th, 2019 by Areonna Dowdy
City’s Homicides Way Down in 2018
Right now at 19 percent fewer homicides and 16 percent fewer non-fatal shootings. Why?
Dec 29th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Top 10 Stories of 2018
Fiserv Forum, Komatsu, Michels, The Hop, but what surprise story took number one?
Dec 28th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Downtown seeks Key to Change donations during season of giving
Ongoing campaign aims to end homelessness through an outreach coordinator and housing placements
Dec 19th, 2018 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21
Sex Traffickers Ensnare Youth Without Homes
Report: 25% of sex-trafficked youth in city were missing from faster care, group homes.
Dec 17th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Multi-Agency Collaboration Updates Sex Trafficking Report
Analysis of Unaccompanied Homeless Youth and Sex Trafficking in Milwaukee Seeks to Inform Further Responses to Trafficking
Dec 13th, 2018 by Medical College of Wisconsin
