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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Mayor Signs Housing Legislation, Praises Late Jonathan Brostoff
'Honey Badger' alderman was champion of affordable housing effort.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New MPM Facility Drops a Beam While Celebrating New Milestone
A scary moment, then celebration of progress for Nature & Culture Museum.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Port Director Being Promoted To City’s HR Director
City's current head of HR leaving city government.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Adopts Growing MKE Plan
Now known as 'Housing Element,' plan aims to fight off gentrification, create 'missing middle' housing.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Split On Cudahy Farms Proposal
Area Alderwoman Larresa Taylor opposes plan backed by Mayor, DCD.
Jul 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Plan Wins Key Council Committee Endorsement
Revised 'Growing MKE' is not perfect, but council should still adopt it say sponsors.
Jul 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee a Leader in Gun Thefts
Gun thefts have risen by 42% in 16 large cities, with Milwaukee fourth highest.
Jul 9th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Community Cheers Modrzejewski Playfield Reopening
Parents, children and local officials celebrate newly updated southside park.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Johnson Blasts Republicans for Stripping 6th Street Funding
'Big Beautiful Bill' rescinded $36.6 million federal grant for 6th St. reconstruction.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Philanthropist Donates 500 Bikes to Milwaukee Youths
Eric 'Shake' James saw something missing in Milwaukee’s underserved communities.
Jul 5th, 2025 by Chesnie Wardell
Milwaukee Proposes Subsidy For Downtown Office Tower Conversion
King Drive development would also be aided by city subsidy.
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Milwaukee Achieve Zero Traffic Deaths?
Mayor signs 100-item Vision Zero action plan, touts decline in traffic deaths.
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet Milwaukee’s Flag Task Force
Will the council agree with its rankings?
Jul 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder Dies 3 Days After Shooting
Corder, 32, and his partner Christopher McCray, 29, were shot by armed suspect.
Jun 30th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Despite Concerns, Council Overhauls Near West Side Parking Regulations
'Chaos is where we're at right now,' says alderman.
Jun 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Celebrating 100 Years of A Sewage Plant
Jones Island is a national landmark. Officials gather to mark its importance.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Reopens Flag Debate. Again
Alders insist council can 'walk and chew gum' in taking on the flag issue.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Jumps Off Trampoline Debate
A $500 fine for improper usage? 'This is a trampoline. It's not a fire.'
Jun 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How Can Milwaukee Solve Its $820 Million Road Funding Backlog?
More than a quarter of city's streets are in 'poor' condition. The solution?
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Beginning On Milwaukee’s Largest-Ever Riverwalk Expansion
Harbor District Riverwalk will line Inner Harbor, function much like a park.
Jun 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Flag Debate Is Back
New task force would host design contest. Could People's Flag prevail?
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Still Opposes Land Sale For Potential World-Tallest Timber Tower
Company won RFP contest, wants to build 55-story building. Bauman not sold.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Groundbreaking Held For Tallest Mass Timber Tower in Western Hemisphere
Milwaukee solidifies its status as a world leader in mass timber.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Reading Instruction Program for Milwaukee Teachers a Great Idea
It could transform the world for Milwaukee’s young learners.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Gives Milwaukee More Leeway to Impound Recklessly Driven Cars
Proposal passed Assembly, Senate okay likely. Will police use expanded authority?
Jun 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Slam Trump Administration’s Job Corps Cuts
Mayor, county executive call for restoration of Jobs Corps program.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Reading Coalition Would Train Teachers in Early Literacy
Mayor Johnson backs idea to use Act 20, state funding to help struggling children.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Milwaukee Asks Again for Red Light Cameras To Nab Speeders
New legislative bill limits where cameras can be placed, how proceeds are spent.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Violating Promises on Unions?
Adding non-union businesses to Deer District after making promises to get state subsidy.
Jun 5th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Reaches Mayor’s Protected Bike Lane Goal
Mayor Cavalier Johnson calls it a 'great start,' pledges to keep going.
Jun 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New City Plan For ‘Street Takeovers’ – Arrest the Onlookers
Reckless drivers combined with crowd gatherings threaten safety, evade police.
Jun 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Proposed Deer District Hotel
Moxy Hotel was caught in crossfire over fight about The Trade hotel.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Acts Housing Launches Campaign To Outbid More Predatory Landlords, Help Homebuyers
Acts Housing raising funds to expand lending for first-time homebuyers, compete against landlords.
Jun 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
‘Growing MKE’ Proposal Picks Up Key Endorsement
New name, revised plan turns one major opponent into a supporter.
Jun 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Community Within The Corridor Celebrates Completion, Reopening
Large portion of complex was closed more than two years because of environmental contamination.
May 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Deploying Additional Cameras to Address Illegal Dumping
And is offering $1,000 rewards for tips leading to citation.
May 29th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Moxy Hotel Passed by Divided Committee, Sets Up Council Showdown
Deer District project hit by proxy war over unionizing The Trade.
May 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Stadium Authority Seeks Study to Redevelop Brewers Parking Lots
Mayor Johnson has criticized 'sea of parking.' Ballpark district seeks consultant.
May 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Community Groups Oppose MPD’s Facial Recognition Plans
But Mayor Johnson backs Milwaukee Police searching millions of records.
May 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Cardboard Beds Dramatize Hidden Crisis
Temporary art installation by nonprofit Courage+ highlights LGBTQ+ homelessness.
May 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Schoemann Criticizes Evers, Says He’ll ‘Outwork’ Others
Schoemann is leading conservative candidate in race.
May 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Council Vents Frustration on City Response To Suspected Shooter Incident
'We owe our employees better,' says council president.
May 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Could Kill Revised Baird Center Revenue-Sharing Agreement
Ald. Bauman says city should hold out for more than $500,000 per year.
May 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Deputy City Attorney Sues City Over Inspector General Report
Odalo Ohiku says allegations in report were false, defamatory.
May 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How a 50-Ton Marooned Boat Was Removed From The Lakefront
Jeff Piller and All-City Towing overcame so many obstacles to remove Deep Thought.
May 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
RNC Report Says Convention Had $321 Million Economic Impact
Host-sponsored report touts impact more than 50% larger than predicted.
May 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Milwaukee’s 2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
From pavement turned to art to 44-story buildings, awards recognize the best of Milwaukee design.
May 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City of Milwaukee’s Population Grew in 2024
For the first time since 2014, but underlying data tells a more complicated story.
May 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Descend on City Hall Complex After Reports of Shots Fired
Issue appears to have been an outburst of a terminated employee.
May 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Enerpac Relocates Downtown, See Its New Headquarters
Industrial tool maker relocates to Milwaukee from Menomonee Falls, plans growth.
May 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Has Removed 10,000 Lead Laterals
Faster pace hits a 'milestone' for the city. But 65,000 still left to go.
May 13th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Could Milwaukee Launch Its Own Cell Phone Service?
Newly-elected alderman has no shortage of ideas.
May 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Bill Could Cut MPS Funding Over School Police
MPS and city would have to negotiate with Joint Committee on Finance.
May 11th, 2025 by Devin Blake
Seeds of Change in 53206 Area
Youth gardening program seeks to nurture a healthier neighborhood.
May 8th, 2025 by Caleb Rose
Campaign Launched To Build City’s First Inclusive Playground
Battle with cancer leads to making Stella's Playground for children of all abilities.
May 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Final Voyage of Deep Thought
It was like a carnival down at the lakefront, as All City Towing managed to remove infamous boat.
May 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
No Charges Against Columbus Police in RNC Shooting
5 officers fatally shot Sam Sharpe in Milwaukee neighborhood during convention.
May 6th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
How Republicans Tweaked State Aid to Benefit GOP Communities
Legislature radically changed state aid formula to give more to Republican areas.
May 5th, 2025 by Larry Sandler
County Hiring New Contractor To Remove Beached Boat
Milwaukee County Parks planning removal operation Tuesday, May 6.
May 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City Revises Its ‘Growing MKE’ Plan, Including Changing The Name
A 'benefit and harm analysis' also attempts to address critics' concerns.
May 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Washington County Executive Files To Run For Governor
Republican Josh Schoemann is first candidate to enter race from either major party.
May 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Crowley Supports Replacing SDC
State could de-designate SDC as community action partner. But which local officials must agree?
Apr 30th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez and Meredith Melland
Mayor, County Executive React to Judge Dugan’s Arrest
Both call out ICE for disrupting justice system participation by repeatedly arresting people at courthouse.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich and Graham Kilmer
Anonymous Donor Will Fund Boat Removal
Donor approaches mayor's office. Marine salvager enacts plan to remove boat.
Apr 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
For Two Straight Years, Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate Has Fallen
A close look at the work violence prevention and interruption plays in attempting to continue that trend.
Apr 17th, 2025 by Evan Casey
New School Board Member Had Strong Union Support
Seven of nine board members are now union-backed candidates.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Common Council Wants to Ban Hookah Sales to Those Under 21
Hookah bars expanding in city. Compliance with state law may be an issue.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Near West Side Stakeholders Reimagine 35th Street
Design charrette creates shared vision for key street, properties.
Apr 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Pick Where Future Bublr Bikes Docks Should Go As Part of Massive Expansion
Hundreds of new bikes and docks will expand utility, reach of bike-sharing system.
Apr 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Agrees To New Labor Deal With One of Its Biggest Unions
But it comes with a big price tag.
Apr 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Education Funding Is Big Issue at West Allis State Budget Hearing
57 local school referendums passed in April election but many other districts hurting.
Apr 7th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
City Wants Your Feedback On Its Plan To End Traffic Deaths
Vision Zero Action Plan includes seven strategies, 100 action items.
Apr 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New MPS Superintendent Dumps Beleaguered Facilities Director
Top building manager gone as lead crisis drags on.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See New Options To Slim I-794 in Downtown or Make It A Boulevard
WI Department of Transportation has narrowed study to effectively two options.
Apr 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
19 Winners and Losers in Historic Election
Beyond the names on the ballot, who else won or lost in yesterday’s election?
Apr 2nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Vannoy Defeats Kuether-Steele In Only Contested School Board Race
Two other members win unopposed races.
Apr 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brower Defeats Bauman In Race To Replace Brostoff
The nonpartisan Milwaukee Common Council now has a self-described socialist joining its ranks.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
A Final Public Meeting On Converting Stadium Freeway to Boulevard
Wednesday meeting will include 3 alternatives for rebuilding freeway.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Will Be Funded by Council’s Transformation Fund?
After 'fighting' and negotiations, council finally picks 15 winners for funding.
Mar 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Crowley Wants Partners For County Government
His State of The County address also takes issue with Trump funding cuts.
Mar 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
15 Months Late, MPD Sends Officers Into 11 High Schools
'Finally' says Judge Borowski after city, MPD and MPS meet January 2024 deadline.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Officer Charged With Using Position to Help Gang
Juwon Madlock accused of offering to sell guns, buy stolen truck, help fugitive avoid arrest.
Mar 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Plans To Construct 60 Traffic Calming Projects in 2025
City plans record number of projects while federal cuts loom.
Mar 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How Deportations Will Hurt Milwaukee
Most of its growth in population and workers in last 30 years has come from immigrants.
Mar 11th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Aurora Plans To Light Beacon at 27th and Wisconsin
Former MPS School would see new life as health center.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Says City Didn’t Cash More Than $2 Million In Checks
New CFO finds that agency previously tried to pay city for employee wages.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Wants To Advance Affordable Housing Development, Alderwoman Not So Sure
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor raises concerns about potential 1,145-unit Cudahy Farms development. DCD proposes subsidy.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Milwaukee Sales Tax Brings in $200 Million
2024 was first year of 2% city sales tax; it raised $16 million more than expected.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Changes Zoning Board Makeup
Mayor Johnson calls move 'unnecessary and potentially detrimental.'
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MSOE Reveals Plans For $76 Million Engineering Building, AI School
Engineering school taking 'next bold step' as part of $125 million campaign.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Talks Education, Public Safety in 2025 State of the City
Upbeat speech also discusses Growing MKE plan, elections and safe streets.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Lobbies for Statewide Bonus Program to Hire More Cops
Rep. Bob Donovan champions Florida-style program to attract more officers.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Facing Common Ground Opposition, Housing Authority Board Nominee Bails
Nominee decries 'personal agendas,' Common Ground demands member representative of tenants.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Fines City For Failing To Comply With MPD in Schools Requirement
Judge Borowski gives city $1,000 per day fine until 25 police officers placed in schools.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground Opposes Mayor’s Housing Authority Nominee
Coalition wants a resident of a public housing tower installed on board.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Alderman Rainey Out Of City Job
Rainey spent less than a year as head of the Office of African American Affairs he helped create.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Will Win 3rd District Aldermanic Race Between Brower and Bauman?
And what does socialist Alex Brower have in common with Republican Bob Donovan?
Feb 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse
He blasts MPS for violating law on police in schools while glossing over it himself.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Brower, Bauman Advance From 8-Way Race to Replace Brostoff
Alexander Kostal narrowly finishes third.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
