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Chris Larson Drops Out of Mayoral Race
But the field is still growing, with 12 candidates now in the race.
Jan 6th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Chris Larson May Run For Mayor
Senator 'strongly considering' entering crowded race, adding 9th candidate.
Dec 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
9 Supervisors Unopposed For 2022
Deadline is one week away and nearly 70% of districts have just one candidate running.
Dec 27th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Johnson Ceremonially Sworn In As Mayor
Milwaukee's acting mayor hosts a ceremony of pomp and circumstance to tell his story.
Dec 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Incredible Rise of Cavalier Johnson
Up from poverty and getting crushed in his first two runs for office, Milwaukee's new mayor has a story to tell.
Dec 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawyers Caution Against Changing Bail System
Waukesha parade killings spark calls for higher bail, more punitive pretrial detention.
Dec 5th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Council Okays ‘Warp Speed’ Redistricting
City officials forced to work quickly, with one council member objecting to new plan.
Nov 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs City Redistricting Plan
But what about a third Latino majority district?
Nov 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Releases Draft Plan For New Council Districts
Every aldermanic district would change under proposed plan.
Nov 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Adopts New Ward Map For City
New districts coming next week. Riverwest further split between two council districts.
Nov 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bowen Will Run For Lieutenant Governor
Rep. David Bowen joins Lena Taylor, Sara Rodriguez in Democratic primary.
Nov 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene and Graham Kilmer
City Poised To Split Redistricting Process
Drawing wards first and aldermanic districts second to meet short deadline.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Adopts New Supervisory Map
After jettisoning their independent process, the board adopted a new map during a marathon meeting Friday night.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Winters Farmers Market Will Be Held in Deer District
Event most recently held at The Domes is now moving Downtown.
Oct 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Marina Dimitrijevic is Officially Running For Mayor
Alderwoman is the seventh individual in the race.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Hispanic Districts Key to Board Redistricting
Current Hispanic districts potentially run afoul of 1965 Voting Rights Act.
Sep 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
New Map For Supervisor Districts Submitted
But independent committee made no effort to protect incumbents. How will board vote?
Sep 29th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Federal ARPA Funds a Lifeline for County
Milwaukee County is so financially strapped every ARPA dollar needed to keep critical services going.
Sep 2nd, 2021 by David Crowley
Bounce Milwaukee Guarantees Union For Employees
Labor agreement with Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers Organization (MASH) guarantees representation.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Plan Offers Vaccine Incentive for Jail, HOC
Committee okays $50 payment for any inmate or PTO for any staff member who gets vaccinated.
Jul 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
County Continues Rent Assistance, Adds Legal Help
County spends millions on assistance and adds right to counsel for those facing eviction.
Jul 19th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Struggles With Bus Driver Shortage
Situation causing turnover, stress and a loss of 2,400 hours of bus service so far in 2021.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Mental Health Crisis Team
Partnering sheriff's deputies and mental health professionals. But some supervisors opposed creating new Sheriff's Deputy positions.
Jun 25th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Summerfest Bus Service Canceled
Downtown shuttle and park and rides are canceled for 2021.
Jun 11th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
9 Takeaways on Local Marijuana Laws
City and county moving toward reform but arrests and convictions still happening.
Jun 2nd, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Chris Larson Files To Run for U.S. Senate
State senator hopes to make move to Washington.
May 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Approves Dontre Hamilton Memorial
Memorial bench and plaque in Red Arrow Park to honor man killed by a police officer.
May 21st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
County Facilities To Ban Single-Use Plastics
Phasing out out non-biodegradable products from county facilities and parks by next year.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Board Approves Overtime Oversight Policy
New policy will likely bring the sheriff's office before the board to explain overtime expenditures.
Apr 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board’s Bike Trails Resolution Fails
A proposed ordinance change would have given the board final authority over major trail alterations.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Push To Be Bike Trail Czars
Parks committee approves resolution giving it approval power over bike trails maintenance, alterations.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
2021 Spring General Election Results
Races for circuit court judge, school board and county supervisor.
Apr 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wilson Park Garden Project Delayed
Parks still hasn't inked agreement after two months. Supervisors tell department to move quicker.
Apr 2nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board Changes Pot Possession Fine to $1
Under state law county can't fully decriminalize.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
The County Sheriff’s New Drone Unit
Will be used for highway traffic safety — and for protests.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
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
Committee Okays $1 Fine For Pot Possession
Under state law county can't fully decriminalize. Full board next considers proposal.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board Rejoins WI Counties Association
Board had withheld membership dues in January but decides to rejoin group after WCA leaders offer assurances.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
2021 Spring Primary Election Results
Unofficial totals from the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County for the February 16th primary.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Urban Milwaukee
State Superintendent, County Board and School Board on the Ballot
Non-partisan, education-centric primary kicks off spring election season.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bus System Redesign Changes Begin Next Month
MCTS has a website and a hotline to help passengers understand the rollout of MCTS NEXT.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Does the Wisconsin Counties Association Help Milwaukee?
Some county officials say no, and are pushing to withdraw from the group.
Jan 25th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
County Parks Are in Great Danger
Decades of declining funding hurting them. If you love the parks, here’s how you can help.
Dec 25th, 2020 by Jeremy Lucas
County Changes Electric Bus Policy
Board will pause purchase of electric buses and buy hybrid buses instead.
Dec 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Housing Funding Lacking Despite ‘Right To Shelter’
Ending homelessness in Milwaukee County will require additional resources.
Dec 17th, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Bus System Overhaul Beginning in March
First phase of system-wide redesign will affect 9 routes.
Dec 3rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Board Adopts 2021 Budget
Tax levy increase of 0.59%, many amendments and delays to electric buses and hemp growing.
Nov 10th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Biden Supporters Celebrate Downtown
Hundreds gather at Zeidler Union Square. Organizers hail strong Black and Latinx voter turnout.
Nov 8th, 2020 by Ethan Duran
Emergency Fund Helps MATC Students
Fast Fund helps students with unexpected school, housing, food and gas expenses.
Oct 21st, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Bus System Redesign Approved
More frequent service and shorter travel times. MCTS will implement changes in 2021.
Sep 30th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Officials Want SEWRPC Changes
Milwaukee pays more for less representation. But proposal could hurt effort to build state coalition for tax levy limits.
Sep 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Franklin Finally Addresses Noise Pollution
After years of residents' complaints and pressure from Milwaukee County, Franklin city officials take action on sports complex.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Housing Authority Accepting More Voucher Applicants
For first time since 2015, city accepting new applicants for subsidized housing.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Rainey Seeks Extension of Eviction Moratorium
Ald. Rainey is worried the state's rental assistance won't be enough.
May 29th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Nicholson Elected County Board Chairwoman
Marcelia Nicholson beats Willie Johnson, Jr. out for leadership of the county board.
Apr 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
The Rise of Cavalier Johnson
Up from poverty and getting crushed in his first two runs for office, he's the upstart winner for council president.
Apr 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Clerk Faces Surprise Opposition
Nikiya Dodd leads charge to replace Jim Owczarski with Theodore Lipscomb.
Apr 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Board Sworn In at a Parking Lot
Nicholson and Johnson, Jr. vying for leadership position of County Board Chairperson.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Proposal Would Mail Milwaukee Voters Absentee Request Forms
Proposal from incoming Dimitrijevic would make it easier for people to vote in November election.
Apr 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Bids Farewell to Bob and Tony
Aldermen Bob Donovan and Tony Zielinski attend their last council meeting and get a warm sendoff.
Apr 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Budget Will Be Hit Hard by COVID-19 Shutdown
2021 budget deficit could be $40 million or more.
Apr 10th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Candidates
Only three of the 18 races are contested.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Candidates
Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Calls for Mail-In Only Election, Delay
Calls on governor to move back election "or this issue is going to explode."
Mar 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting
UPDATE: Barrett calls for election to be postponed or switched to mail-in only voting.
Mar 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Online Voter Registration Reinstated by Federal Judge
You still have time to register to vote absentee. Republican Party sought to have suit dismissed.
Mar 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Evers Doesn’t Want Election Rescheduled
Governor said he's open to mail-in only voting. Encourages everyone to request absentee ballots.
Mar 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Voters Wanting Absentee Ballot Must be Registered by March 18th
But the deadline for registered voters to request absentee ballots is April 2nd.
Mar 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Please Vote Absentee In Spring Election
Mayor Barrett urges voters to use mail-in ballots, seeks legislative changes to improve access, safety.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Meeting, Courthouse Cancelations Begin
City, county both cancel their first meetings as COVID-19 closures and postponements grow.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Seeks Unified Approach to Services
County approves One Milwaukee Task Force, aims to unify county, city and MPS services for high need neighborhoods.
Mar 2nd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Milwaukee Pays High Price for War
Since 2001, the total cost of America’s wars just to county taxpayers was $10.68 billion.
Feb 29th, 2020 by Bill Christofferson
Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions
City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.
Feb 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Approves Large Solar Deal After Contentious Debate
Ald. Bob Bauman's amendments attempt to set baseline, grow value of deal.
Feb 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Board Candidates
Only three of 18 races are contested.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Races
Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Crane Added to City Plan Commission
Menomonee Valley Partners deputy Catrina Crane has long worked on economic development.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Voters Will Get Gerrymandering Referendum
Common Council adds question on nonpartisan legislative districts to the April ballot.
Oct 16th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Zielinski for Mayor Bus Ads Debut
21 MCTS buses now highlight Tony Zielinski's campaign for mayor.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
County Board Backs Milwaukee Voting Rights Bill
Resolution calls for restoring voting rights to people on probation and parole.
Sep 27th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Public Museum Could Lose Accreditation
MPM asking county for funding to fix leaky roof, air conditioning system.
Aug 22nd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
James Davies Will Lead Bublr Bikes
Cycling attorney James Davies succeeds fundraising veteran Sally Sheperdson.
Aug 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Five Takeaways from Yesterday’s Election
The race for Terry Witkowski's seat had surprises -- and key lessons.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Requiem for the Commons
Mutilated Marcus Center grove is just one of county’s many public spaces threatened by actions leaving citizens out in the cold.
May 15th, 2019 by Virginia Small
Council Says Marcus Center Not Historic
Votes down designation and compromise to save Kiley grove with a friends group.
May 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Atkinson Name Was Twice Opposed
Avenue named after first State Veterinarian, but many wanted changed to Malcolm X.
May 3rd, 2019 by Carl Baehr
Dimitrijevic Will Run For Common Council
County Supervisor wants to represent Bay View at City Hall.
Apr 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Green Group’s Washington Park Plan Proceeds
With county board approval of long-term lease, Urban Ecology Center will expand facilities, services.
Mar 28th, 2019 by Analise Pruni
Episode 002
What's the deal with Komatsu? And Senator Chris Larson joins the show to talk about the lame duck legislative session.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Groups Urge Yes Vote on Legal Pot
ACLU, MICAH, WJI, several legislators back advisory referendum to legalize marijuana.
Nov 2nd, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Post Office, Company Fight Over Downtown Property
Plus: Where should Public Museum move? And what's an Opportunity Zone?
Oct 28th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Government Caused Segregation, Author Charges
“The Color of Law” writer Richard Rothstein speaks at MATC, galvanizes listeners.
Oct 25th, 2018 by Allison Dikanovic
County Officials Suggest Taking Back Couture Site
Supervisors cite lack of progress on county-owned lakefront land.
Sep 16th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Who’s Overseeing Washington Park Changes?
Granting so much power to Urban Ecology Center might be a mistake, violating Olmsted’s vision for the park.
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Michael H. Carriere
Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat
Meet the six candidates vying for the northwest side seat held for 18 years by Jim Bohl.
Jun 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
7 Election Takeaways
What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?
Apr 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided
A breakdown of everything on Milwaukee ballots.
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Commuter Rail to Foxconn Proposed
Bauman proposes new train from 35th and Capitol to Highway 11 in Racine County.
Mar 28th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Zielinski Will Run for Mayor
Alderman declares for mayor, two years before the election, and police union endorses him.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
