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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Elected Leaders Weigh in On Reopening of Social Development Commission
Mayor Johnson calls for more transparency, Gwen Moore notes challenges it faces.
Dec 22nd, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Housing Authority Names Temporary Leader, While Another Exec Departs
Plus: Another board member resigns.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Arrests Have Plummeted
New report finds 82% decline in past decade as citizen satisfaction with traffic enforcement has declined.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?
Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Bauman Fighting Bureaucracy On Restoring Vacant Homes
A web of state laws, legal opinions and politics slows effort to renovate blighted homes.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plaza, Protected Bike Lanes, Street Reconstructions Proposed
$33 million effort aims to improve Downtown, Historic Third Ward and Walker's Point.
Dec 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Head Addresses His Record, Feds Labeling Agency ‘Troubled’
Damning letter expected to be followed by forensic audit later this year. Hines retiring.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Damning Federal Review of Housing Authority Released
Broken governance, poor financial controls and building management issues plague agency.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Smaller Zero-Energy Homes Program Moving Forward
Council backs 25 grants of $40,000 for zero-energy homes.
Dec 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Gun Violence Down 17% in Wisconsin, 20% in Milwaukee
During first 8 months of 2024. Are community intervention efforts working?
Dec 9th, 2024 by Edgar Mendez
Embattled Head of Housing Authority Announces Retirement
Willie Hines, Jr. will retire Jan. 1. Common Ground calls it a win.
Dec 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Deputy Elections Administrator Quits
Bonnie Chang resigned following presidential election. MEC declined to comment.
Dec 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
State Taking Over County Pension System
After 87 years, all new county employees will become part of state system.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
36 MATC Students Become ‘Citizens by Choice’
College's four-month citizenship preparation classes helps students pass the tests.
Nov 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Council Rejects Mayor’s Vetoes, Finalizes 2025 Budget
In less than 5 minutes, council restores money for its operations and for road repair.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Negotiating Milwaukee’s Police, Fire Contracts Gets Messy
'Sloppy' says a council member as city cycles through labor negotiator nominees.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Official Double Dips to Earn $250,000
Department of Administration head Preston Cole awarded $73,700 raise.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Offers Police Officers $10,000 To Switch to MPD
City struggles to attract new officers while facing state requirement to hire more.
Nov 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Beleaguered SDC Hopes To Restart Services in December
Anti-poverty agency suspended operations in April.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Mayor Johnson Signs Brostoff’s Final Legislation Into Effect
Johnson pushes for everyone to follow in late alderman's forward-thinking spirit.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Daniel Bauman Enters Race to Replace Brostoff With Major Endorsements
Bauman announces campaign with endorsements of Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Diana Vang Brostoff.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Converting 794 To Boulevard Could Yield 3,000 Housing Units, $1.1 Billion in Development
New analysis from urban planner Larry Witzling explores impact of overhauling downtown freeway.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Under Federal Order, City Housing Authority Hires Florida Company
HACM outsources work. 'It's not a position we want to be in,' says board chair.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Johnson Issues Several Budget Vetoes
And council pays out $3 million in legal claims and settlements.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Demolition of Northridge Mall Reaches Key Milestone
Mall is now visibly falling, while DCD still planning what comes next.
Nov 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Special Election Called For Brostoff’s Third District Seat
Open race in city's highest-turnout aldermanic district could draw many candidates.
Nov 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Hiring New Negotiator To Interface With Police, Fire Unions
Benjamin Roovers would replace the late Veronica Rudychev.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Can You Find the Watermarkers?
New public water-themed art installations going up around the city.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Was Jonathan Brostoff Bullied?
Some Democrats point finger at Shepherd Express, others for Brostoff’s suicide.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Mayor, Common Council Overhauling Housing Authority Board
Four new HACM board members coming in, acting president on the way out.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Boosts Road Repair In Adopting 2025 Milwaukee Budget
City services maintained through increases to property taxes and fees.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Three More SDC Board Members Bail
Beleaguered agency lost half its board in recent weeks.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Molson Coors Closing Milwaukee’s 10th Street Brewery
Company also closing Leinenkugel's historic Chippewa Falls brewery.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Puts Milwaukee Flag Debate on Ice
Issue sent back to committee, council more focused on tragic death of Ald. Brostoff.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Sen. Ron Johnson Appears at Milwaukee’s Central Count, Calls It ‘Unbelievably Sloppy’
Johnson sows doubt, while city insists there is a clear chain of custody for paper ballots.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Jonathan Brostoff Has Died
Brostoff, 41, was a passionate advocate for Milwaukee and a proud husband and father.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris
Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.
Nov 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout
State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes
Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Gun Laws Get a ‘C’ Grade, Milwaukee Leaders Want That To Change
Despite being on a downward trend, the city has seen more than 100 homicides already this year
Oct 28th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Despite Mayor’s Objections, Council Reallocates More Than $4 Million
But the big question remains - how will council spend its transformation fund?
Oct 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Doug Emhoff Teams Up with Bucks Coach to Energize Voters
The Second Gentleman held a basketball-themed rally to energize early voters on Milwaukee's North Side.
Oct 25th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee’s Cruise Ship Dock More Than Doubled In Cost, Is It Worth It?
Port says yes, at least one council member says no.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
State Voting System Again Causes Delays For Early Voters
Surge in early voting causes delay in state database for second straight day.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Amendment Would Shift Money From Demolishing Homes To Fixing Them
And deconstruction effort again on the drawing board.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Antetokounmpo Family Awards $1 Million to Milwaukee Nonprofits
New collaboration with GE Healthcare aims to improve health outcomes for Milwaukee residents.
Oct 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Members Skeptical of Employ Milwaukee’s Financial Health
But Mayor's chief of staff says its a rumor that has been "greatly exaggerated."
Oct 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
ThriveOn King Celebrates Grand Opening
Kinship Cafe, Versiti join GMF and MCW in development.
Oct 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Progressing at Deer District Concert Venue
$70 million venue is on-track to open in late 2025.
Oct 16th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Could Send People’s Flag To April Referendum
But the multi-step process is off to a rocky start.
Oct 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Politicians Get Close Look at Coggs Center Construction
Hard hat tour loops through several doors in building designed to have "No Wrong Door."
Oct 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Delays on Privatizing Voucher Management
Federal government is requiring it, but community group, council president back a delay.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Crime Continues to Decline in Milwaukee
Mirroring national trends, with reductions in murder, assault, burglaries this year.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Biden Announces New Funds, Deadline For Lead Pipe Replacement
City praised for its effort, but now faces a 2037 deadline, with more aid promised.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
HACM Moves To Outsource Vouchers, Common Ground Blasts Plan
Beleaguered housing authority encounters opposition on plan to privatize governance.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Design Concepts Revealed For Downtown Sculpture Honoring Vel Phillips
Public will be able to sit in a bronze version of Phillips' desk, contemplate her legacy.
Oct 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Ahead of Biden Visit, Council, DPW Officials Question Efficacy of Replacing Lead Pipes
Data suggests that tackling paint, not water, might reduce lead poisoning faster.
Oct 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Policy Forum Says Milwaukee’s Future Finances Are “Precarious”
But Act 12 has delivered substantial benefits to city's fiscal health.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Begins On Expanded Housing Complex For Veterans Experiencing Homelessness
Centers for Veterans Issues expanding Vets Place Central on city's Near West Side.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Former City Attorney Tearman Spencer Charged with Felony Misconduct
Spencer is alleged to use his city position to avoid fees on storing his car collection.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Did Harbor Commissioner Have Conflict of Interest?
Ron San Felippo has for many years been managing a private company for Summerfest.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers
Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Did Harbor Commissioner Serve Illegally?
Ron San Felippo has homes in East Troy and Florida while serving on commission and also voting in elections as city resident.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Wins Funding For Three New Protected Bike Lanes
Plus: DPW, council discussing ways to better protect, beautify existing lanes.
Sep 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wins Federal Funds For Largest Ever Riverwalk Expansion
$14.7 million grant will extend riverwalk almost to Bay View
Sep 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
How Milwaukee’s Giant Anti-Poverty Agency Unraveled
Government agencies gave SDC big contracts even after it ended internal auditing.
Sep 24th, 2024 by Addie Costello
Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag
Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.
Sep 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Johnson’s Budget Hikes Fees, Taxes In 2025, Maintains Services
See what's included in budget to be presented Tuesday morning.
Sep 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
The Secret To Getting You To Move Downtown? Your Dog
Dog park is about suburban competition say politicians, developers already in the game.
Sep 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Milwaukee’s Black Voters Turn Out for Harris?
After turning out big for Obama, some turned off by Biden. Can Harris turn that around?
Sep 18th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Historic Protection Pushed For 5 West Side Buildings
Owner of 'Red Castle' seeks to protect area from Berrada, other developers.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Starts On Safety Upgrades for E. North Ave.
Key eastside street being overhauled to improve safety for all users.
Sep 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Calls On MPS To Add Police, Fulfill Agreement
Milwaukee schools have defied state law requiring district to put 25 police officers in city schools
Sep 13th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Common Ground, Residents Blast Housing Authority at Board Meeting
HACM board meets in person for first time since January, chair pledges they want to help.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Aims To Cut Food Waste By 130 Tons in 2 Years
City program will also help feed those experiencing food insecurity.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections
Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Veolia Opens New Office, Celebrates W+E Forward Partnership
Company is latest to move Downtown, but its work with The Water Council's new partnership could be even bigger.
Sep 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Starts On Long-Awaited Downtown Dog Park
Project expected to be completed by year's end. Foxtown Landing will follow in 2026.
Sep 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Grant Boosting Energy Efficient Affordable Housing Program
$3.4 million grant supports program building new affordable homes with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Sep 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Three Milwaukee Police Officers Shot While Serving Warrant
Suspect also shot and injured
Sep 5th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess and Deneen Smith
New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students
Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes
Safety-focused overhaul will come to two-mile stretch in heart of city.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Tim Walz Champions Unions in Milwaukee Labor Day Appearance
The Democratic nominee for vice president delivered a rallying speech at Laborfest.
Sep 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Meta House Developing $33 Million Women’s Treatment Center
Ceremonial groundbreaking held for new complex at 39th and Bluemound.
Sep 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Hails Success of City’s Traffic Calming Efforts
Big decreases in speeding on modified streets. But still more work to do.
Aug 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawsuit Filed Against City Housing Authority Over College Court Conditions
Common Ground takes its case to court to try to get rid of bed bugs, other pests.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Commuter Rail Startup Has Big Vision, Lots of Questions
Regional system, say organizers, would use existing tracks, require no operating subsidy.
Aug 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wins $15 Million To Build EV Chargers At 53 Locations
Federal grant follows a 2023 visit by Biden to promote Milwaukee-made electric chargers. But city's EV buying is slow.
Aug 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin DNC Delegates Express Optimism After Harris’s DNC Speech
Democrats in the Windy City say they're ready to bring the energy and enthusiasm from the convention home, mobilize voters.
Aug 23rd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Talks Harm of Freeway Construction, Bronzeville During DNC Speech
Johnson promotes federal grant to overhaul 6th Street through Downtown, surrounding neighborhoods.
Aug 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Harris and Walz Rally Voters in Milwaukee
18,000 people jammed Fiserv Forum to cheer Democratic presidential ticket on a one-night break from Chicago’s DNC.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Touts Climate-Smart Farming in Milwaukee Visit
At Central Standard distillery, Vilsack details impact of federal funding for smaller farms.
Aug 20th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Will Host ‘Super Bowl’ of Meetings… in 2034
Despite decade wait, Visit Milwaukee says hosting ASAE convention is a touchdown.
Aug 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
U.S. Labor Secretary Touts Job Growth, Tours Mine in Milwaukee Visit
In joint press conference with Mayor, Su praised Biden-Harris administration's efforts to train and employ skilled tradespeople.
Aug 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries
Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee’s New Tool To Fight Reckless Driving? Public Art
Rolling sculpture aims to provoke, encourage people to drive safer.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
HUD Launches $100 Million Competitive Home Fund in Milwaukee
HUD acting secretary tours city's affordable housing, gets feedback on federal program.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Clancy Wins Reelection Despite Democratic Opposition
Incumbent Socialist Democratic legislator defeats challenger Jarrod Anderson.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Federal Officials Will Meet With Mayor, Housing Authority, Residents
Visiting Milwaukee later this week to discuss fixes for embattled public housing agency.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races
A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.
Aug 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
