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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Talgo’s Wisconsin Trains Find Home In… Nigeria
Intended for high-speed Midwest line, they'll be used on metro line in Lagos.
Jan 18th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Ieshuh Griffin Added To Mayoral Ballot
But Griffin fails to get Taylor and Johnson thrown off ballot.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Completes Renaming Old World Third To Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Milwaukee fixes a 1984 "injustice" by extending King Drive through Downtown.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Assessment Commissioner Chosen
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson picks Nicole Larsen to first serve as Chief Assessor, then Assessment Commissioner.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Off-Duty Officer Shot in Third Ward
Detective shot several times while intervening in a robbery.
Jan 13th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Union, Supporters Demand Colectivo Begin Negotiations
Coffee company has filed a second appeal over the union election
Jan 13th, 2022 by Erik Gunn and Isiah Holmes
A New Public Safety Plan for Milwaukee
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson releases a strategy focused on law enforcement, community healing and neighborhood-level investments.
Jan 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Lands $61 Million For Rental Assistance
Emergency assistance funds will be distributed by SDC and Legal Aid Society.
Jan 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
COVID-19 Deaths Rising in Milwaukee
In Milwaukee County, 55 people died from COVID-19 during the past seven days.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Half of Mayoral Candidates Bounced From Ballot
City Attorney Tearman Spencer leads list of those that failed to submit signatures.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Sue Reckless Drivers in Civil Court
Could allow seizure of repeat offenders' cars. But is City Attorney trying to delay civil suits?
Jan 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Giving Away Free N95/KN95 Masks
More than 1% of all Milwaukee residents tested positive for COVID-19 this week.
Jan 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Police Will Monitor City’s Covid Testing Sites
Overcrowding, aggressive behavior lead to request for police presence.
Jan 5th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Omicron Drives County’s Worst Pandemic Surge
'Staggering' surge in cases, hospitalizations 'unprecedented' for Milwaukee, official says.
Jan 4th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Sets Homicide Record In 2021
Number hits 194, up from 97 in 2019. Non-fatal shootings also at record levels
Jan 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Video Captures Sound, History of City Hall Bell
E-flat giant weighs 20,505 pounds, making it the third largest bell ever cast in U.S.
Jan 3rd, 2022 by Michael Horne
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Contracts COVID-19
Johnson is fully vaccinated and boosted.
Jan 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Tearman Spencer Is Running For Mayor
10th candidate in the race is a polarizing one.
Dec 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Projects Test Traffic Calming
And 16 more projects coming next year, in city effort to combat reckless driving.
Dec 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
COVID Testing Surges, While Mayor Pleads For More Vaccinations
City testing sites operating at near max capacity while there is no wait for vaccinations.
Dec 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Top 8 Capitol News Stories In 2021
And what a strange year it was.
Dec 27th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Black Panthers, Brown Berets Leaders Sue Cavalier Johnson
But asking to pause the case until April because their lawyer is being suspended.
Dec 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Daniel Riemer Drops Out of Mayoral Race
Field narrows back to seven in race to replace Mayor Tom Barrett.
Dec 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Firefighters Union Approves Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement
Voluntary agreement similar to ones adopted by city's police unions.
Dec 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Tom Barrett Takes Oath To Serve As Ambassador
No longer mayor, Barrett is preparing to head to Luxembourg.
Dec 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Calls April 5 Special Election For Mayor
Primary will be Feb. 15, at least an eight-way race is expected.
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
Mayor Tom Barrett Resigns
Cavalier Johnson will become acting mayor. Special election planned for April.
Dec 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Plan Targets Reckless Driving
Acting-mayor-to-be and mayoral candidate Cavalier Johnson releases detailed plan of action.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Dettmer’s Appointment As Public Works Head Is Historic
First female to lead DPW, first time that no major mayor-appointed leaders are white males.
Dec 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Says He’s Ready To Be Mayor
He'll become acting mayor immediately upon Tom Barrett's resignation. Expected by Dec. 28.
Dec 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
It Could Be Many Weeks Before Barrett Goes to Luxembourg
Barrett resignation expected by Dec. 28. Mayor has never been to Luxembourg.
Dec 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tom Barrett Confirmed as Ambassador to Luxembourg, Resignation Expected
Special election for mayor will occur April 5.
Dec 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Will City Have New Mayor By End of Year?
Committee advances Tom Barrett's ambassadorship nomination to full Senate.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Suspends Downtown’s ELMNT Lounge For 60 Days
Action taken after police and others argue over how a homicide near bar was handled.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Split On Hiring Its Own Attorney
Just the latest twist in the council's ongoing conflict with City Attorney Tearman Spencer.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Tax & Take’ Pastors Disrupt Council Meeting
Protest action elevates concerns with supposed taxing of churches.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Do 3,000 Homes in City Lack Plumbing?
City officials, others dispute study finding “plumbing poverty” affecting mostly minorities in Milwaukee.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
New Historic Preservation Commission Member Nominated
Nicholas Hans Robinson is the youngest Black architect in Wisconsin.
Dec 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Senate Committee Schedules Vote On Barrett’s Ambassadorship
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations poised to advance nomination to full Senate.
Dec 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
General City Workers Will Get 2% Raise
First raise for non-resident workers since 2008.
Dec 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Gene’s Supper Club Still Open Despite Shootings
Police oppose its operation, council voted to close it, but owner fighting this in courts.
Dec 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Entrepreneur Announces Run for Mayor
Michael Sampson, 38 founder of SWARMM Events, vying to replace Tom Barrett.
Nov 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Council’s War With Tearman Spencer
Lots of grumbling, but City Attorney scores wins in two of three battles Tuesday.
Nov 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
ARPA Funds Should Help Community, Not Police
City officials have made good decisions, but more community input needed.
Nov 21st, 2021 by Ryeshia Farmer
Public Works Commissioner Jeff Polenske Leaving For Private Sector
Three-decade government veteran "retiring" for private-sector employment.
Nov 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Blasts Extra Cost For Morales’ Lawsuit
City Attorney Spencer knew outside counsel handling case exceeded authorized cost.
Nov 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Mayor At Odds Over City Attorney
Council wants to hire its own attorney. City Attorney oppose this and Barrett vetoes proposal.
Nov 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Seeks ‘True Partnership’ With State Government
Council president, who could soon become acting mayor, says city’s future depends on this.
Nov 9th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Milwaukee Adopts ‘Calm Before The Storm’ 2022 Budget
No fee increases and small tax increase as city bolsters pension reserve fund in anticipation of fiscal cliff.
Nov 5th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police
Norman has served as acting chief since Dec. 2020 while city sorted out botched Morales demotion.
Nov 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Appears Before U.S. Senate
Mayor's nomination as Ambassador to Luxembourg reviewed by Senate committee.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Buren Will Become Two Lane Street
New bike lanes and parallel parking added, as four lanes for cars reduced to two.
Nov 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Confirmation Hearing Set for Tuesday
If Mayor Tom Barrett is quickly confirmed, mayoral election would occur alongside Spring elections.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Recommends Few Budget Amendments
No fee increases and few changes as council braces for next year's fiscal cliff.
Oct 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Department Tweets Lied To Public
Comptroller audit finds 2020 tweets misled public. Acting Chief Norman calls them "unacceptable."
Oct 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Activists Oppose Johnson’s Push for More Police Near Schools
Common Council president concerned about reckless driving. LIT wants less policing of schools.
Oct 27th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Council Adopts $179 Million Rescue Plan Package
Compromise plan includes money for pension reserve, housing, lead abatement and child care providers.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Ambassador Confirmation Stalled in Senate
But candidates are still lining up to replace him. Seven have filed candidacy already.
Oct 20th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Marina Dimitrijevic is Officially Running For Mayor
Alderwoman is the seventh individual in the race.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Chantia Lewis Case Moving Towards Trial
Probable cause found to continue with felony charges.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation
Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Black Business Boost Fund Targeted At Milwaukee Entrepeneurs
New fund targeted at supporting people of color launch and grow businesses.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support
Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding
82 ideas for how to spend $394.2 million federal grant. What will council choose?
Oct 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Homicides, Shootings, Auto Thefts All At Record Highs
MPD Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman presents vision of community-centered approach to solving issues.
Oct 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Groups Call For Defunding the Police To Solve Milwaukee Pension Crisis
Move would strip $78 million from MPD budget, leave others intact.
Oct 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Chantia Lewis Goes To Court
In her first court appearance alderwoman pleads not guilty to misdemeanor. Four felony charges yet to come.
Sep 29th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Conference In Brookfield Seeks Transit Solutions
Mayor says residents fear buses bring crime, but that it isn't true.
Sep 28th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
Council President Proposes New City Department of Transportation
Ald. Cavalier Johnson thinks the department could better address reckless driving.
Sep 23rd, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Turmoil, Toxic Work Environment at City Attorney’s Office
Resignation forms cite ethical violations, poor treatment of women & more by Tearman Spencer.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
How Can Milwaukee Avoid Becoming Detroit?
Civic leaders from Detroit discuss Milwaukee's fiscal crisis, offer ideas and solutions
Sep 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Chief Search Has One Candidate
Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.
Sep 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays Action On ARPA Funds
City has $193 million in the bank. But how to spend it still being debated.
Sep 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center
Huge gathering of officials for project lauded as momentous, exciting and historic.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor’s Race Looks Like a Wild One
Wide open, with lots of candidates, no obvious favorites and so much at stake.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Barrett, Kind Had 59 Years Experience
Exit of mayor and congressman makes room for new generation of leaders.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Donovan, Taylor Eyeing Mayoral Runs
Former alderman, state senator lead pack of those likely to join Cavalier Johnson in special election.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Will Become Ambassador to Luxembourg
Mayor's appointment means Cavalier Johnson will serve as acting mayor, special election will be called.
Aug 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Creating Zoning Code For EV Chargers
City anticipates surge in electric vehicles and could get federal money for charging stations.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
FPC Restarting Police Chief Search
Jeffrey Norman remains a favorite among some city officials.
Aug 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposal Requires Vaccinations for City Employees
More than 6,000 city workers would need to get vaccinated or face weekly testing.
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Six Council Members Want Tougher Pandemic Rules
Push mayor for indoor mask mandate and mandatory vaccinations for city employees.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Holds ARPA Spending Until September
Mayor's $93 million "summer plan" delayed, along with proposals by alders.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Payout Rises Still Higher
City must also pay its private legal team. Total cost of lawsuit will exceed $668,000.
Jul 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
“Last Mile” Program Connects Workers to Jobs
WEDC, Waukesha County and United Way fund pilot program connecting city workers to suburban jobs.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th
Extension gives parties more time to negotiate settlement.
Jul 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Lead Program Fails Again
Scale of problem currently limited to one family in Bay View, but full review planned.
Jun 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett, Officials Celebrate Couture Groundbreaking
Nine years after building was first proposed. 'Like making sausage. It's not pretty.'
Jun 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Agrees to Mediation With Morales
Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates
Fair warning to drivers, who haven't had to renew license plates since COVID-19 health order issued.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Millennials Report Addresses City’s Brain Drain
Report makes recommendations to stem the steady annual loss of young professionals.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job
Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Officials Unveil Pride Bus, Streetcar
PrideFest canceled (for now), but rainbow designs added to local transit.
Jun 1st, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Voces Protests GOP Cutting ID’s for Immigrants from Budget
The group and other activists also protested the elimination of tuition aid for immigrant students.
May 7th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Barrett Pushes Council To Accept Milwaukee Tool Deal
Council seeking labor agreement for contracted service workers.
Apr 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Warn of Dire Consequences Without Additional State Aid
Local government in Milwaukee will soon run out of local revenue for things like parks and public transportation.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Hot Democratic Contest for U.S. Senate
Several impressive candidates looking to defeat Ron Johnson. Who's the front runner?
Apr 19th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
