Cavalier Johnson

Council Narrowly Approves New Police Contract

Several members raise objections to provisions in and out of the deal.

Entire Council Overrides Every Budget Veto by Mayor Johnson

Unanimous vote overrides all 7 vetoes, backs all alternations in mayor's budget.

Why Attanasio Has Never Developed Around Brewers Stadium

And why new report pushing an $800 million project could be irrelevant.

Milwaukee Seeks ‘Missing Middle’ Housing Developers

Three opportunities in newly released RFQ by city, with more to come.

Mayor, County Executive Announce Winter Warming Shelters, Homeless Services

Warming shelters, meal sites and new strategies for preventing homelessness this winter.

The Full Cost of New Police Contract

City will need to absorb large, complicated costs.

Leaders Celebrate Opening of Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex

The Corliss will eventually include 576 affordable apartments across eight buildings.

Milwaukee DSA Calls on Common Council to Overrule Mayor’s Veto of 4% Worker Raises

Marcus Center Problem Has Been 40 Years in the Making

City being asked to fund repairs to structure it doesn't own.

Miffed Mayor Issues 7 Budget Vetoes

Johnson unhappy with council amendments, calling one 'pointless and heartless.'

Top City Official Resigns

Preston Cole rose to the unofficial title of 'deputy mayor,' then walked away.

Milwaukee Forge Sells for $4.6 Million

Deeply indebted Bay View company sold out of receivership last week.

Grand opening of state’s largest private inclusive housing project set for Nov. 20

What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?

Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?

Deer District to Transform Into Cheer District, Presented by the We Energies Foundation, for 2025 Holiday Season

City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree to be lit by Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Friday, Nov. 21, in Cheer District

Mayor Johnson to Tip Off Milwaukee’s Holiday Season at 2025 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting at Cheer District, Presented by the We Energies Foundation

112th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration will be held Friday, November 21 from 5-7 p.m.

Milwaukee’s Mayor Is Looking To Move

Cavalier Johnson puts his home on the market.

Wisconsin Is Experiencing a Surge in Wheel Taxes

Without other options, local governments increasingly turn to the option for funding.

Milwaukee Temporarily Closes Its STI Clinic

Health department does 45,000 sexually-transmitted infection tests per year.

See Brewers’ Options To Develop Land Around Their Stadium

New study suggests housing, hotel, retail and offices atop parking lots.

Common Council adopts amended 2026 City budget

Council Marks Up Mayor’s 2026 Budget, Adds Services, Pay Raises

Proposal now subject to Cavalier Johnson's veto pen.

Council Passes Tougher Reckless Driving Towing Policy

New state law clears way for long-sought policy change.

Procell Has Sweeping Goals For Community Wellness and Safety

Is surprise appointee's plan to prevent violence too ambitious?

Committee Amends 2026 City Budget, Prioritizes Neighborhood Investment Citywide

Council Spends More Than Nine Hours Debating Budget Amendments

Testy meeting lines up more library hours, raises, fire truck funding.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Local Leaders Highlight Federal Government Shutdown Impacts to Community

Milwaukee Rep Honors 50 Years of A Christmas Carol with Special VIP Walk-Ons from City Leaders and Community Icons

Size of Raises in New Police Contract Revealed

Voluntary agreement also includes an additional year.

Milwaukee Aims To Build ‘Missing Middle’ Housing in 2026

But alderman is skeptical of timing and wants to reduce funding.

City Launches Drive Ahead of Federal Cutoff of FoodShare Benefits

Donations are being accepted at more than 100 Milwaukee sites.

Northridge is Gone, Milwaukee Looks to Transform the Site

Searching for an anchor business or organization to help revive the area.

Hutton bill giving taxpayers a direct vote on local wheel taxes receives Assembly hearing

Reckless Drivers Would Get ‘Speed Limiter’ Devices Under New Proposal 

Democratic legislators tout state bill. Milwaukee's mayor and Rep. Donovan have doubts.

Alderman, State Allies Seek Federal Help to Kill the Streetcar

Ald. Spiker makes a federal case out of stopping The Hop.

Dimitrijevic’s Revised Budget Boosts Library Hours, Housing, City Wages

Finance committee chair says her amended budget 'invests in neighborhoods.'

Milwaukee Legislators Push Fire Sprinkler Bills After Deadly May Fire

Legislation would provide grants for sprinkler installation, allow municipal regulations.

FEMA Denies Government Disaster Assistance For Milwaukee Area

Milwaukee County alone says it has $22 million of public infrastructure costs.

These City Employees Make More Than Mayor Cavalier Johnson

27 employees top the city's pay scale.

Milwaukee Forms Friendly Relations Partnership with Chasse-sur-Rhne, France

Milwaukee Spends Millions Each Year Repairing Damage by Reckless Drivers

For the first time, city is breaking out the costs. It's a lot.

Police Union, City Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

Contentious, long negotiation ends with voluntary agreement.

Replacing 100-Year-Old City Building Won’t Be Cheap

But plan could yield long-term cost savings for Milwaukee.

One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar

Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.

Public Meetings Upcoming On Possible I-794 Removal, Replacement

WisDOT will present traffic impacts for first time on various alternatives.

Successful 2025 cruising season builds Port Milwaukee momentum for 2026

American Cruise Lines to join 2026 Milwaukee cruising lineup

Forum announces Salute to Local Government award winners

Milwaukee Gets Its Wish, City Can Tow All Reckless Drivers

Loopholes made prior policies "somewhat useless."

From Brownfields to Blue Waters, Mayor Names New Port Director

Benji Timm tapped to lead Port Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Has a Fire Truck Problem

Milwaukee may soon need to dial 911 to replace its fire trucks.

Crime is Down Across Milwaukee, But Homicides Are Rising

Newly-released crime data shows city going against national trend on homicides.

Hidden Tubes Will Net City $500,000 Annually

Milwaukee rewrites decades-old leasing framework.

Future of Sunday Library Hours Uncertain As MPL Tries New Staffing Model

Council hints it may override mayor. Spiker again provokes a coworker.

Council Takes Major Step To Delay Mayor’s Wheel Tax Increase

Finance committee members charge mayor created budget hole he is asking council to solve.

New Rainbow Crosswalks Mark Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ History

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project leads installation.

Policy Forum Says City Successfully Navigated Budget Crisis, Only To Find Future Problems

New analysis suggests city will need cut spending in future years.

What’s The Story With The Halted High Rise?

Commissioner hints DCD could subsidize it. Area alderman believes it's dead. Marcus Center caught in middle.

Council Might Pump Brakes on Mayor’s Proposed Wheel Tax Increase

Finance chair says delaying vote gives city residents a voice.

LaMarr Franklin Lofts Open, With A Waiting List

High demand for affordable housing in Harambee.

Meeting Over Police Pursuits Results in Tears, Barbs and a Walk Out

MPD chief of staff walks out of meeting, chides alderman for bad behavior.

Milwaukee Again Exploring Third Drop-Off Center

But will it be able to find a location?

Garden District Mural Unveiling To Take Place October 2

City of Milwaukee Health Department Announces Fall Childhood Immunization Clinics

New Speed Data Shows Dramatic Impact of Milwaukee’s Traffic Calming Efforts

City's interventions are reducing speeds, crashes.

Police Ask Council To Close Downtown Nightclub

Formal revocation filing triggers high-stakes hearing.

City of Milwaukee to Host Town Hall Meeting with Adam Procell, Director of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety

Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Mayoral Proclamation

The Water Council & Marquette to host Nexus Summit on Oct. 14 & 15

Conference will feature pressing water and energy topics, including AI & data centers

Milwaukee, Police Union Battle Over Contract

Millions of dollars apart with charges and counter charges getting uglier.

Disaster Centers Will Help With Applications for Federal Funding

One center in Milwaukee, one in Wauwatosa. Deadline for applications is Nov. 12.

Mayor’s “Business as Usual” Budget an Anticipated Disappointment

Statement of Alderman Scott Spiker

Common Council to Prioritize Neighborhood Needs in 2026 Budget

Mayor’s 2026 Budget Includes New Library, Hikes Property, Wheel Taxes

City contending with $100 million structural deficit.

Milwaukee Will Provide Cash For Some Homeowners’ Flood Repairs

Proposal cobbles together funds to help low-income owners make repairs.

Common Council wants to maximize public input during 2026 budget process

Despite Its Passage, ‘Growing MKE’ Still Not A Done Deal

Tensions reemerge as zoning changes proposed. 'That's how a frog is boiled.'

Mayors From Across Wisconsin Endorse Sarah Godlewski for Lieutenant Governor

Milwaukee Reading Coalition Hopes to Transform Instruction

MPS superintendent, mayor back effort targeting Milwaukee third graders.

New Coalition Aims to Transform Reading Instruction for 30,000 Milwaukee Students

Milwaukee Reading Coalition to drive citywide improvement in early literacy through educator training and support

How to Apply for Flood-Related Disaster Relief

President recently approved $29.8 million for individual assistance.

Wisconsin to Receive $29.8 Million in Federal Funding for Flood Recovery Aid (How To Apply)

Search Underway for 2025 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree

Annual Tradition Continues with Hunt for 112th City Christmas Tree

Proposal Would Make Attending Street Takeovers Illegal

New citation aims to address growing problem.

Trump Approves Disaster Relief For 1,000-Year Milwaukee Storm

Aid announcement comes with partisan pronouncement.

Milwaukee Joining Push for Commuter Rail Line

City formalizing commitment to Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee rail line.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson Endorses David Crowley for Governor

Flood Damage Rises As Community Waits For President Trump to Help

County's costs climb to $54 million. Will Trump approve federal disaster relief?

VIA CDC Celebrates 30 Years at Silver City Fest and Expands to Clarke Square

Festival draws 1,000+ neighbors to celebrate culture, community pride, and VIA CDC’s next chapter

Milwaukee Police Union Meets Counter-Protest at City Hall

Dueling protests led to multi-level demonstration in City Hall.

‘Somebody’s Going to End Up Dead!’ Mayor Decries Street Takeovers

Mayor Johnson, DA Lovern warn of penalties for both organizers and spectators.

City Breaks Ground on New Cruise Ship Dock

City, state officials highlight expected boost for tourism, jobs.

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