Milwaukee County Circuit Court

City Closes T Jay’s Lounge

36 shootings near bar in 2021, including a triple shooting inside tavern and bar staff involved in cleanup.

Morales Demotion Debacle Will Cost City Additional $19,000

City's outside counsel exceeded its budget.

Milwaukee Youth Caught In Middle of Rising Violence

Police, government resources unable to break cycle of violence destroying lives.

Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police

Norman has served as acting chief since Dec. 2020 while city sorted out botched Morales demotion.

Gov. Evers Appoints Kristela Cervera as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

City Must Pay Detective Who Assaulted Murder Suspect

Rodolfo Gomez was fired, went to prison and now he'll get a check for $335,772.

Jury Finds Milwaukee Man Guilty of Road Rage Shooting on I-94/43

October 8, 2021

Nidhi Kashyap Announces Judicial and Commissioner Endorsements

Chantia Lewis Goes To Court

In her first court appearance alderwoman pleads not guilty to misdemeanor. Four felony charges yet to come.

Jury Finds Milwaukee Man Guilty of Four Counts of Armed Robbery

September 21, 2021

Nidhi Kashyap Announces Candidacy For Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Police Chief Search Has One Candidate

Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.

New Downtown Hotels Replace Aging Office Buildings

Boutique hotels are replacing struggling office buildings.

100 East Office Tower in Foreclosure

Building has lost two large tenants in recent years.

Supervisor Clancy Applauds Probable Cause Decision in Death of Jay Anderson, Jr.

Judge Finds Probable Cause Officer Mensah Committed Homicide

Ex-Wauwatosa cop Joseph Mensah fatally shot Jay Anderson Jr. In 2016.

Council Approves Morales Settlement

Former chief will get $500,000 and now a finalist for job in Dane County suburb.

Two-Thirds of All Milwaukee Auto Thefts Are Kia and Hyundai Vehicles

Milwaukee on track for record breaking year, having already eclipsed all of 2020.

Morales Payout Rises Still Higher

City must also pay its private legal team. Total cost of lawsuit will exceed $668,000.

County Courts Face Huge Backlog

Could take two years to resolve. Delay of cases during pandemic compounded by spike in violence and new cases.

Morales Reaches Tentative, $626,000 Settlement With City

Ousted chief won't return to Milwaukee Police Department.

No Settlement Yet, Morales Will Be Police Chief Again On July 15th

Demoted police chief Alfonso Morales will return to old job.

WILL Sues MPS for Unconstitutional Union Leave Policy

MPS pays school employees to engage in union-related activities

Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th

Extension gives parties more time to negotiate settlement.

James MacGillis Will Lead Wauwatosa Police Department

MPD veteran taking top job in neighboring suburb.

Morales Or Milwaukee, Who Will Blink First?

Former chief continues to gain leverage for any potential settlement.

Morales Files Federal Lawsuit Against City

Ex-police chief, in mediation with city over circuit court order, opens second legal front.

City Agrees to Mediation With Morales

Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.

Milwaukee County woman pleads guilty to theft, business identity theft, filing false income tax returns

Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job

Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.

Judge Orders Alfonso Morales Gets His Job Back in 45 Days

Former police chief gets even more leverage on potential settlement.

Tosa Police Chief Testifies About Mensah

In John Doe hearing Weber defends former officer's killing of Jay Anderson, Jr.

Suit By Morales Demands His Job Back

His attorney Frank Gimbel has made no progress with city negotiating financial settlement.

John McAdams, Professor That Brought Marquette to Supreme Court, Dies At 75

The Marquette professor sued the university for violation of his First Amendment rights, and won.

Milwaukee County Election Commission Reports Unofficial 2021 Spring Election Results

Katie Kegel Statement on Election Results

2021 Spring General Election Results

Races for circuit court judge, school board and county supervisor.

Tosa Police Chief Will Testify in New Mensah Case

Jay Anderson's family asks judge to independently file charges.

Blomme Charged With Possession of Child Pornography

The circuit court judge was charged with seven counts of possession of child pornography.

Judge Blomme Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

Investigation led by Attorney General Kaul cites judge's alleged use of Kik messaging app.

Milwaukee County Judge Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

March 16, 2021

State Must Release Sex Offender Data

Supreme Court rules for defense lawyer who argues DOC has overstated how often offenders commit future crimes.

Labor Groups Back Katie Kegel for Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Milwaukee Area Labor Council, as well as AFSCME Council 32 and IBEW 494, endorse Katie Kegel for Judge

AFT Local 212 endorses Katie Kegel for Circuit Court

Kegel vs. Roth for Circuit Court Branch 3

Two attorneys running for vacant seat answer questions.

United Auto Workers Southeast Wisconsin endorses Katie Kegel for Circuit Court

State Bar, Law Foundation support Vel Phillips statue on Capitol Square

Ald. Coggs introduces file to seek information on lawsuit filed by former MPD chief

File also seeks information on the status of the search/hiring process for new chief

Judge Restores Alfonso Morales As Police Chief

Milwaukee has at least two police chiefs at the moment.

Justice Reyna Morales Launches Campaign to Retain Seat

Milwaukee Common Council President Chevy Johnson endorses Katie Kegel for Circuit Court

Mayor Tom Barrett endorses Judge Jon Richards

Katie Kegel Campaign Announces $100,000 Raised

Katie Kegel Announces Judicial Endorsements

Judge Candidate Switches Races

Attorney Susan Roth switches to run for Judge Fiorenza's seat, who resigns and will support Roth.

Susan Roth Announces Candidacy Shift to Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 3

Retiring Judge Clare L. Fiorenza endorses Roth, joins large list of supporters

Appeals Court Judges Joe Donald and Maxine White endorse Judge Jon Richards

Former Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler endorses Judge Jon Richards

Judge Jack Dávila launches campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 1

Campaign Launched to Retain Jon Richards as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Richards was appointed to Branch 30 by Governor Evers last month

Gov. Evers Appoints Jon Richards and Reyna Morales to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Officer Accused Of Reckless Homicide Resigns

Michael Mattioli pleaded not guilty yesterday in death of Joel Acevedo and has resigned from police department.

4-Unit Building Would Replace Fire-Damaged Home on Downer Ave

New owner of commercial corridor would build townhomes at E. Park Pl.

Morales Starts Process To Sue City

Chief filed to retire on August 12th

Schwantes for Judge campaign announces more than 250 endorsements from community leaders

New endorsers include Ed Fallone, 11 judges, and more than 90 local attorneys

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Race Is On For Circuit Court Branch 30

Two young attorneys vying for a seat held by same judge for more than 20 years.

Susan Roth Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 30

Milwaukee County native, state and federal litigator has commitment to community

Schwantes for Judge campaign announces first 100 endorsements from community leaders

Endorsers including Rep. Evan Goyke, six judges and more than 80 local attorneys

Career Public Defender Travis Schwantes Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee County Circuit Court, District 30

Registered Sex Offender Sentenced to 20 years in Prison for Child Enticement

Public Defender Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court Judge

Katie Kegel is running for judgeship held by 24-year incumbent.

Gov. Evers Announces People’s Maps Commission Application and Selection Processes 

“People should get to choose their elected officials, not the other way around”

Board Passes Racial Equity Proposal

A response to calls for police reform aimed at courts, sheriff's office, transit system.

Historic Church Will Become High Tech Office Space

Northern Ground buys Walker's Point building. Northridge owners appeal court decision.

Supervisors Want Details on Progress Towards Racial Equity from County Departments

Gov. Evers Appoints Kori Ashley as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Circuit Courts Planning For Re-Opening

Many in-person proceedings have been suspended since March.

Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished

City scores victory in bid to take control of vacant mall.

Trump Lawsuit Tests Limits of Free Speech

The president's campaign is suing a local television station in Rhinelander for running a political ad that allegedly defamed him.

Court Overturns 2010 Homicide Conviction

Milwaukee police clearly violated suspect’s Miranda rights, federal judge rules.

27 COVID-19 Cases at House of Correction, All Inmates To Be Tested

Milwaukee County launches public dashboard tracking COVID-19 cases in three detention facilities.

21 Winners and Losers

Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?

Gov. Evers Appoints Jack L. Dávila as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against WMC and RSLC

Karofsky holds special interests accountable for false information

Karofsky lawsuit demands baseless ads be pulled

Lawsuit seeks temporary injunction as more than $1 million has been spent lying to voters

Shepherd Express, WMCA, and more endorse Rebecca Kiefer for Judge

A week ahead of the April 7th election, multiple organizations announce endorsements for Rebecca Kiefer in race for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 29

Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 29

Gabler vs Kiefer for one of two contested Milwaukee County Circuit Court seats.

Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 5

Blomme vs Dedinsky in one of two contested Milwaukee County circuit court races.

Public Meeting, Courthouse Cancelations Begin

City, county both cancel their first meetings as COVID-19 closures and postponements grow.

Saint John’s New Tower Opens

Work remains on connector building between new building and existing campus.

Brett Blomme Announces Endorsement from LGBTQ Victory Fund

National organization endorses Blomme because he will be a strong voice for equality when elected

Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions

City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.

BLOC endorses Rebecca Kiefer in race for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

14 Election Winners, Losers

Beyond the ballot totals, behind the scenes, who were the other election winners and losers?

Circuit Court Candidates

Three candidates competing for judgeship.

Ed Fallone Announces More Endorsements in Supreme Court Race

Judge Jill Karofsky announces additional support from judges, elected officials, and Citizen Action of Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court