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Thirteen Council members demand action from MPD, FPC
Seek re-prioritization of traffic enforcement, immediate review of no pursuit policy
Apr 20th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
A bad day that worsened by the hour
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan April 19, 2017
Apr 19th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
City’s commitment to police reforms persists in the face of flagging federal interest
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton April 7, 2017
Apr 7th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Praying for the Zyszkiewicz family and hoping for justice
Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy March 24, 2017
Mar 24th, 2017 by Ald. Michael Murphy
A citywide effort is needed to quell Milwaukee’s senseless violence
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton March 24, 2017
Mar 24th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Murder of city worker hits close to home
Statement from Alderman Tony Zielinski March 24, 2017
Mar 24th, 2017 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
The City of Milwaukee mourns a dedicated civil servant
Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez March 23, 2017
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Barrett Sells Milwaukee to GOP
City has reinvented itself, deserves greater investment from state, he argues.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Chisholm For Governor?
Will District Attorney run against Walker? DA's son encourages speculation.
Mar 15th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Mary Ryan Boys & Girls Club in Sherman Park Celebrates Reopening
Sherman Park Boys & Girls Club has reopened, more renovations on the way.
Mar 14th, 2017 by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Milwaukee Bucks and Daktronics Announce Pair of New Community Initiatives
Partnership with Milwaukee Police Department will return Bucks basketball cards to the community; Daktronics will also provide six new scoreboards for area youth centers
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Milwaukee Bucks
2017 Neighborhood Cleanup Box Program
Neighborhood groups are encouraged to use these containers to clean up and beautify their communities.
Feb 27th, 2017 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
ACLU Suit Challenges Milwaukee Police
Charges key technique, “tens of thousands" of police stops, is unconstitutional.
Feb 26th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
ACLU Challenges Milwaukee Police Department’s Unconstitutional Stop-and-Frisk Program Conducted Without Reasonable Suspicion and Based on Racial Profiling
For the Last Eight Years, the Milwaukee Police Department Has Subjected Tens of Thousands of Innocent People to Unconstitutional Stops and Frisks, Disrupting Their Daily Lives Because They Are Black or Latino
Feb 22nd, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Two more shootings – when will Milwaukee wake up?
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan February 20, 2017
Feb 20th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Youth Share Stories of Gun Violence
Neighborhood House helps teens deal with the impacts of gun violence.
Feb 18th, 2017 by Camille Paul
Milwaukee County’s Approach to Mental Health Reform is a National Success Story
In a series of interviews spanning several months, Buzzfeed documented the work of Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division clinicians Tai Hooper and Hendriel Anderson.
Feb 14th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
City sues to shut down properties linked to drugs, prostitution
Landlord allegedly knew widespread illegal activities were taking place
Feb 14th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
“Day Without Immigrants, Refugees” Planned
Local immigrants, advocates ramping up opposition to Trump executive orders.
Feb 11th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Milwaukee Public Schools, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Bucks to announce the return of Midnight Basketball League
Milwaukee Public Schools will host three 10-week Midnight Leagues at Bradley Tech.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
North Side Area’s Crime Declines 30%
Residents’ efforts, community policing helped transform Amani neighborhood.
Jan 28th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
City Approves $110,000 Settlement
Suit filed charging excessive police force in ugly 2012 incident.
Jan 21st, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Safe Zones Project Sees Success
Community policing helped homicides, shootings decline in two neighborhoods.
Jan 17th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Surveillance cameras, alley lighting to continue with Potawatomi grant
The grant will help continued funding for surveillance cameras monitoring business and residential areas.
Jan 17th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
County Wants Citizen Input on Health Facility
New behavioral facility on North Side will provide mental health care 24 hours a day.
Jan 8th, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces $4.1 Million HUD Grant to Help Fund County’s Efforts on Homelessness
An increase of more than $580,000 over last year’s award.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
The 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corporation appoints Cheryl Blue as its new Executive Director
The Corridor is a 25 year old nonprofit organization that works to restore and maintain the economic vitality of Milwaukee’s industrial corridor.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by The Corridor
Spotlight on Milwaukee County Workers: Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Honors Employees Making a Difference
County Executive Abele is putting the spotlight on employees who have gone above and beyond to give back to our community and make a difference.
Dec 21st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Mixed Reactions to Charges in Sylville Smith’s Killing
DA charges officer Heaggan-Brown. Family and community demand video's release.
Dec 16th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Santa Rampage A Huge Success
Sea of red 17 blocks long as thousands bicycle North Ave. from Tosa to the Beerline.
Dec 10th, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data
Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system
Dec 5th, 2016 by Medical College of Wisconsin
The Problem of Prostitution
Greenfield Ave. is the city’s hub for sex trade, where prostitutes, residents are victimized.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Pres. Hamilton blasts council members for divisive and irresponsible press release
Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton November 17, 2016
Nov 17th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Protests and Play-Doh therapy? Enough already!
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 11, 2016
Nov 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Learning From Cincinnati’s Police Reform
Can its collaborative, community-oriented approach be a model for Milwaukee?
Nov 9th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines
73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.
Nov 4th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Mayor Barrett Launches Violence Prevention Planning Process
Comprehensive planning process aimed at reducing violence, guiding citywide investment begins
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Safe & Sound Announces Neighborhood Team Expansion to North Milwaukee Neighborhoods
As with any major expansion, Safe & Sound completed a new fundraising campaign to expand into the new district.
Nov 1st, 2016 by Safe & Sound
Joint letter to DA John Chisholm
Joint letter from members of the Common Council to District Attorney Chisholm
Oct 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Time for DA to release the video footage of MPD fatal shooting
Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy October 28, 2016
Oct 28th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Citizens Condemn Proposal for More Cops
Different practices, not more police needed, community groups tell aldermen at city hearing.
Oct 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently
Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently
Oct 4th, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
String of daytime burglaries prompts warnings from Ald. Lewis, MPD
Throughout the last month, around a dozen burglaries have been reported in the general area north of W. Mill Road and N. 84th Street.
Sep 30th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Tour Highlights Sherman Park
Common Ground has redeveloped 75 homes in the area, tour highlighted many of the homes.
Sep 24th, 2016 by Allison Steines
Brostoff Arrest Raises Questions
State rep says police focus must change; Police say Ald. Rainey asked them to be there.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Reappointment of DHHS Director Héctor Colón
Colón Reappointment Wins Endorsement of Mayor Barrett, Gov. Doyle, Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence, broad coalition of community members
Sep 1st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
ACLU of Wisconsin Condemns Milwaukee Police Department Arrests of Organizer Jarrett English and State Representative Jonathan Brostoff
Both men were handcuffed, forced to the ground, involuntarily searched and placed in a paddy wagon.
Aug 31st, 2016 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Twenty Milwaukee Organizations Express Serious Misgivings with Proposed Public Safety Action Plan
We are writing on behalf of an array of community groups to express our serious misgivings regarding the recently released draft “Public Safety Action Plan.”
Aug 31st, 2016 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Two MPD officers to receive honors for heroic actions while off duty
“The selfless actions of Detective Ayala and Officer Acevedo speak volumes about their sense of duty and their caring about the wellbeing of their fellow citizens.”
Aug 30th, 2016 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Milwaukee County Receives $2.4 Million Grant from SAMHSA to Support Housing First Initiative to End Chronic Homelessness
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supports County-wide collaborative to end chronic homelessness
Aug 29th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
When Will Sherman Park Curfew End?
Youth in area say they have nowhere to go. Sheriff Clarke won’t say when it will be lifted.
Aug 27th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
State Rep. David Bowen & State Rep. Evan Goyke Call on the United States Department of Justice to Take Over the Investigation into the Shooting of Sylville Smith
“It is crucial that trust be restored to the relationship between the public and law enforcement,” said Rep. David Bowen
Aug 26th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Far North Side police begin crackdown on late night drag racers
“Unfortunately, this sort of activity has been on the rise lately”
Aug 25th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Racism Led to Violent Weekend, Residents Say
Poverty, segregation, racial profiling by police all led to explosion, they note.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
MPD and DA must vigorously pursue charges following threats to officer
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan August 17, 2016
Aug 17th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Responds to the Recent Tragic Events in the Sherman Park Community
Now, in the aftermath, it is time to find solutions to people’s frustrations and rebuild business.
Aug 16th, 2016 by Sup. Michael Mayo
The only path to justice involves peace and patience
Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton August 15, 2016
Aug 15th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Police Outreach to Teens a Failure
Violence over weekend dramatizes issue. School board called for changes in outreach program.
Aug 15th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Can Police-Community Relations Be Improved?
Bronzeville forum discusses issue, looks for solutions.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Mark Doremus
City “Can’t Police” Away Its Violence
Local leaders call for comprehensive solution to gun violence in Milwaukee.
Aug 10th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Alderman Witkowski invites residents to National Night Out event
National Night Out invitation from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski
Aug 10th, 2016 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Support the Blue Day rally to feature President Hamilton, Aldermen Donovan and Borkowski
“I urge citizens to come out and show their support for our brave officers,” said Alderman Bob Donovan.
Aug 9th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Barrett and MPD Celebrate National Night Out
Neighborhood Events to Take Place across City
Aug 1st, 2016 by Tom Barrett
City Takes Stance Against Panhandling
Ald. Witkowski's initiative urges people to give to charitable groups, not panhandlers.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Rebecca Carballo
Black Residents Talk About Police Misconduct
Demands for accountability at listening session of county Office of African American Affairs.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jul 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
10 Lessons After Dallas
How can Milwaukee and the nation assure that black lives and blue lives matter?
Jul 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
PrideFest Milwaukee celebrates triumph over tragedy
Community unites for largest LGBTQ pride celebration ever
Jun 13th, 2016 by Milwaukee Pride, Inc.
Milwaukee Pride responds to Orlando tragedy
PrideFest honors victims and families with tribute events
Jun 12th, 2016 by Milwaukee Pride, Inc.
Aldermen Unveil Anti-Violence Initiative
Hamilton and 11 other aldermen call for “holistic approach” to gun violence.
Jun 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort
Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Artwork Brightens Blighted Property
South Side youth transform blighted building with inspirational artwork
May 28th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
My Brother’s Keeper Youth Forum hosted by President Ashanti Hamilton and Mayor Tom Barrett
The topics of discussion will be unlawful driving, how to prioritize problems, the pressing issues they face as youth and how the community can best support them.
May 18th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Attorney Michael Hupy Announces $25,000 Reward in Child Murder Case
Officials plan to hold a 2:30 pm news conference today (May 17th, 2016) to announce the reward at the Third District Police Station.
May 17th, 2016 by Hupy and Abraham, S.C.
Heroin study funding to go before Public Safety Committee
Since 2005, Milwaukee County has seen a 495% increase in heroin-related deaths.
May 11th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Council President Hamilton urges community support for “Violence Prevention Month”
News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
May 9th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Juvenile Crime Data & Summer Supervision Needs Have Boys & Girls Clubs Launching Awareness Campaign, Extending Services
Boys & Girls Clubs Extends Summer Club Hours; Debuts “A Club For Every Kid” Campaign Alerting Parents to Focus on Supervised Activities
May 9th, 2016 by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Milwaukee needs all hands on deck
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 6, 2016
May 6th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Neighborhood grateful for quick action by police in last night’s hold-up
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis May 6, 2016
May 6th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
MKE Plays ready to transform Marcus DeBack Playground
Friday news event will include unveiling of major improvements at playground – one of six playground upgrades planned for Milwaukee during 2016
Apr 28th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Ald. Donovan to help dedicate memorial tree for late MPD officer
“As the longtime community liaison officer in District Six, Mark knew everyone and was well loved by businesses and residents in the community he served.”
Apr 22nd, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Former Cop Helps Domestic Violence Victims
Rhondi Love is liaison between police and victims staying at Sojourner Center.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Gary Leverton
Common Ground Fixing Up Sherman Park
Advocacy group has renovated more than 70 foreclosed, distressed homes in Sherman Park.
Apr 2nd, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Shannan Hayden’s Nifty Newberry Tudor
Hayden is running against Ald. Nik Kovac and has a much finer home.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Blacks Bear Brunt of Pot Arrests
New study shows blacks are 39% of city’s population but 72% of arrests for marijuana possession.
Mar 24th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
