Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson, was elected mayor of Milwaukee on April 5, 2022.
Elected to Milwaukee Common Council in 2016. Became council president in 2020 after re-election.
On Dec. 22 Johnson became acting mayor of Milwaukee following the resignation of Tom Barrett. Johnson was elected to the remainder of Tom Barrett’s term (through 2024) on April 5, 2022.
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Perez Elected Common Council President
Ald. Jose Perez is first Latino to lead council. Fills vacancy created by Johnson's election as mayor.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Kovac Named Budget Director, Will Resign Council Seat
Kovac has represented the East Side and Riverwest since 2008.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Harley-Davidson’s New Event Venue
The Garage will offer skyline views, industrial-chic style.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Cruise Ships Return to Milwaukee
For the first time since 2019 cruises return, the city expecting 33 visits in 2022.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Grant Could Help Stave Off 1,300 Layoffs
But only for a couple years. Milwaukee still needs state help.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address
A who's who crowd cheers Johnson's vision of improved public safety and family-supporting jobs
Apr 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Assessments Hike Residential Values By 17.7%
Property values surging across the entire city, but won't necessary mean a tax increase.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Parties Transform ‘Non’-Partisan Elections
Republicans lead push to turn city, county and school board races into partisan campaigns.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Steven Walters
City Approves 31 New Speed Humps, More Expected
But backlog of sidewalk repairs looms
Apr 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Likely Won’t Be Devastated By Climate Change
A report by an insurance adjuster predicts the city will fare much better than other cities.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
MSOE Building Women’s Softball Stadium
The university is also adding five new women's sports, and making a push to diversify student body.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Traffic Calming Efforts Advancing On Two Downtown Arteries
Water and Van Buren streets would be rebuilt with a focus on safety.
Apr 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Carried 81% of City’s Wards
Sweeping victory in low-turnout election, lowest in an open race for Milwaukee mayor since 1900.
Apr 6th, 2022 by John D. Johnson
Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
2022 Milwaukee Spring Election Results
Election results for mayor and county board.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Urban Milwaukee
Maintenance Issues Reduce The Hop’s Schedule
Second time this year the streetcar system will operate with reduced schedule.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bree Spencer Added to Police-Fire Board
East Side resident works for national civil rights group, previously worked at Safe & Sound.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Where Mayoral Candidates Stand On Issues
How Johnson, Donovan would handle crime, lead poisoning, housing, jobs, education, city pensions.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Parents Group Concerned About City Leadership
Parents from public, charter, and choice schools seek quality education for all.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Ieshia Wiggins
What Do Milwaukee Mayors Do?
Like a public sector CEO, running 20 city departments.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Inside Milwaukee’s Biggest Construction Project
Mayor, Wisconsin Center CEO tour convention center expansion. Johnson says Milwaukee will land RNC.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Acting Mayor Johnson’s Brother Arrested On Felony Charges
Johnson has referenced his family's diverging lives on the campaign trail.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Let’s Not Whitewash Bob Donovan
Journal Sentinel offers sanitized version of Bob Donovan's run-ins with the law.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
City Selling Former Villa/Ritz Theater
Villard Avenue theater is landmark on far north side main street.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Karen Dettmer Leaving City For Federal Job
Interim Public Works Commissioner, former Water Works leader will join federal EPA.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan, Johnson Clash On Drop Boxes
Donovan opposes them, Johnson accuses him of amplifying election lies.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Halts Plan To Sue Reckless Drivers
Spencer submits last minute opinion saying the proposal is too broad.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays Adding Bree Spencer To Fire & Police Commission
Appointed by acting mayor, but some council members want time to meet with her.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan Plans Car Theft “Strike Force”
Plan relies on private support of as much as $1.5 million to install high-tech solution in vulnerable autos.
Mar 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Inside Milwaukee’s 911 Center
Some two dozen MPD employees handle more than 1 million calls per year. City plans reorganization of system
Mar 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Race Will Likely Have Low Turnout
Historic race, yet many won’t vote, BLOC not endorsing a candidate.
Mar 21st, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Workers Seeking Raises Find Open Ears, Empty Pockets
Pension cliff and stagnant wages are pushing city toward a 'tipping point.'
Mar 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
It’s Milwaukee Vs. Nashville For RNC
Field narrows to two for 2024 Republican convention - the Music City and the Cream City.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Congress Extends Streetcar Grant
Extended deadline for spending grant allows city to finish streetcar line through delayed Couture tower.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
The Couture Starts Massive Concrete Pour
78 truckloads of concrete for building's base. Developer exploring direct link to US Bank complex.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Plans Focus on Jobs
Mayoral candidate wants to grow city’s population, economy, employment.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Evers Gives Milwaukee $20 Million for Public Safety
Majority of ARPA funding to county will go toward court system's case backlog.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Johnson, Donovan Spar Over City’s Future
Candidates for mayor differ on streetcar, partisan politics and who favors defunding police.
Mar 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan Promises To Focus On Crime
If elected mayor would push for more police resources, more beat cops.
Mar 13th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
State’s Homicides Up 70% Since 2019
Two-year increase led by staggering rise in Milwaukee County homicides.
Mar 12th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
The Return of the Bronze Fonz
Downtown landmark reinstalled on riverwalk, but with a new look.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Willie Hines, Jr. Named Head of Housing Authority
Hines is first African American and first former public housing resident to lead the agency.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs Bree Spencer Joining Police Oversight Board
Spencer would be the seventh member on Fire & Police Commission.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Moving To Seize Vehicles Via Court System
Policy would apply to repeat offenders that don't change their driving behavior.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
More Turnover In City Attorney’s Office
6 attorneys recently resigned or were fired; 24 have left in less than two years. Non-attorneys also quitting.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City-County Sales Tax Proposal Dead
Push for state legislation will have to wait until 2023, MMAC leader says.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Fessahaye Leaving For Chief Human Resources Job At UWM
With the city since Jan. 2021, HR director will become associate vice chancellor at UWM.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Boosts 911 Operator Pay By 26%
Milwaukee dealing with staffing shortage as call volume grows, system overhaul looms.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers
It's not a career, says police chief. "It's a calling,"
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Ends Battle Over Couture, City Attorney
Acting Mayor reverses position and now supports ending the fight.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Mask Mandate Expires
Lasted less than six weeks. But businesses and organizations can still require masks on their premises.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Traffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year
Police Chief and Acting Mayor say program is working.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare
Packed event 14 years in the making is just the beginning says CEO.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising
Reckless driving isn't just a problem in Milwaukee.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Van Buren Could Receive Protected Bike Lane
City of Milwaukee considering three options.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Race Includes At Least Seven Joint Appearances, Two Debates
Cavalier Johnson and Robert Donovan are pounding the pavement in advance of April 5 election.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Many Housing Projects Get Funding Boost
Gov. Evers announces $25.5 million in grants for Milwaukee.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Could City Become Magnet For Remote Workers?
Department of City Development studies ways to lure remote workers to live here.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Could End Fight Over Couture Provision
But City Attorney and Acting Mayor object. Legality of requiring $100,000 donation at issue.
Feb 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Tearman Spencer Attacks Robert Bauman
City Attorney says alderman broke local, state and federal laws and has bullied and exceeded his authority at great cost to taxpayers.
Feb 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Spencer Alleges Multiple City Hall Politicians Face Criminal Probes
Which officials? What are the charges? Who is investigating? City Attorney won't say.
Feb 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Trial of Ald. Chantia Lewis Inches Forward
Embezzlement and falsifying campaign finance reports among 4 felony charges. Judge schedules June 3 plea hearing.
Feb 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Seen As RNC Favorite
Former Governor Scott Walker leading tour of city today. Taxpayers paying for security.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Poised To Tow Unregistered Vehicles Driven Recklessly
Policy is envisioned as part of reckless driving crackdown.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Data Shows Sweep of Johnson’s Victory
Won 12 of 15 aldermanic districts, 216 out of 315 wards in mayor's race, did well even in Donovan's best district.
Feb 16th, 2022 by John D. Johnson
15 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the ballots, which insiders, groups and trends were the winners and losers in this election?
Feb 16th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor
Acting mayor and former alderman pull away from crowded field. Will face off in general election.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
2022 Spring Primary Election Results
Election results for race for mayor and three county supervisor races.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Urban Milwaukee
Reckless Driving a National Problem
Yes, Milwaukee has huge problem, but it's part of a worrisome national trend.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Johnson Calls on State To Help City
Acting mayor asks Legislature to use tax surplus to fund public safety efforts in city.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
$650,000 Settlement For Police Shooting Victim
Jerry Smith, Jr. shot three times in 2017 on rooftop: he called it a case of mistaken identity.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Leader Tony Pérez Resigns
After serving as director for two decades, Perez has been out on medical leave.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Why You Should Vote For Each Candidate For Mayor
We asked the candidates themselves, what makes you the best person for the job?
Feb 11th, 2022 by Urban Milwaukee
City Poised To Use $8.5 Million From TIFs to Combat Reckless Driving
Projects located near Midtown Center, Burnham Park and East Town.
Feb 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Candidates Talk Reckless Driving, Affordable Housing
Candidates try to differentiate themselves on salient issues heading into primary.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Bree Spencer Named To Fire & Police Commission
Acting Mayor Johnson makes his first appointment to police and fire oversight body.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Dimitrijevic’s Parental Leave Policy Passed
Council votes 10-2 in favor, but measure reduced from 12 to six weeks paid leave.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Poll Shows Strong Donovan Showing
But weighting of poll raises questions about its accuracy.
Feb 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Delivers Public-Safety Focused “State of the City” Speech
Acting Mayor calls for three approaches to curb surge in violence.
Feb 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Approves $96 Million Harbor Cleanup Facility
Part of federally-backed effort to remove "area of concern" designation from Milwaukee's waterways.
Feb 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Prediction Market Offered For Mayoral Race
You can put money down on who will, or won't, be Milwaukee's next mayor. But watch out for a little-known state statute.
Feb 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet City’s New Election Commissioners
Commissioners will provide election oversight for upcoming mayoral primary.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Edgar Mendez
Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock
Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
What Will Cavalier Johnson Do As Mayor?
Johnson prioritizing public safety, working with legislature and affordable housing.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis
AN OX Cafe Offers Up Asian Comfort Food
New northwest side bar and restaurant offering Lao and Thai cuisine was a long time coming.
Feb 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Offers Economic Development Plan
Acting Mayor's vision for future is "balanced" to support workers, new business.
Feb 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Evolve Church Has Cafe, Bucks Cachet
Pastor Kenneth Lock II, Bucks' team chaplain, building huge new home for growing church in old shopping center.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Race Features Virtual Forums, Keg Tappings
Pandemic alters traditional campaign trail, but candidates still making their pitch to voters.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Has a Singing Mayor Again
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson tries singing at city's 176th Birthday Party, before a big turnout of politicians.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Michael Horne
Muslim Community Needs Representation
City redistricting shouldn’t overlook Hispanic community. But Muslims, too, deserve consideration.
Jan 29th, 2022 by Janan Najeeb
City Sold 249 Foreclosed Homes in 2021
But hundreds of homes remain in city ownership awaiting your bid.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Start Towing Reckless Drivers’ Vehicles
Vehicle would need to be unregistered. But committee can't agree on policy.
Jan 27th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Asks for Help With Investigation into Mass Killing
Mayor, Police Chief ask for anyone with information on the murder of six people to come forward.
Jan 27th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Who Will Win Mayoral Primary?
Voter turnout may decide which two candidates get through primary.
Jan 25th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
New Mayoral Poll Reorders Field
Independent poll shows different order of candidates in the race for mayor.
Jan 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Anti-Harassment Policy Expanded After City Attorney Case
Effort took more than a year, from investigation to enactment.
Jan 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mask Mandate Anticipated To Go Into Effect Saturday
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs measure into law. Lasts until Mar. 1.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
First Milwaukee Mayoral Race Poll Released
Poll, released by Johnson campaign, shows acting mayor with narrow lead.
Jan 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Ends Redistricting With Anger, Tears
Council members call process unfair, unjust and infuriating. How did things go wrong?
Jan 18th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Enacts (Soft) Mask Mandate
Largely ceremonial rule applies to publicly-accessible buildings and businesses, ends March 1.
Jan 18th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
