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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Milwaukee Receives $2.1M From HUD For Growing MKE Plan, Affordable Housing
Milwaukee is 1 of 21 communities to receive grant from new PRO Housing program.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Does MPS Need To Be Reorganized?
Crisis points to potential problems with school system’s financial oversight.
Jun 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Protected Bike Lane Will Run From Downtown To Sherman and Capitol
5.5-mile corridor will be a result of several street reconstruction projects.
Jun 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See Harley-Davidson’s New $20 Million Park
New park represents transformation, recommitment to historic HQ says CEO.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See Detailed RNC Street Closures, Demonstration Zones
'The city of Milwaukee is open for busines,' but you're going to want to plan ahead to come Downtown.
Jun 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Jeffrey Norman A Finalist For Austin Police Chief
Milwaukee Police Chief one of 32 finalists, but only one serving as a major city chief.
Jun 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Annual Juneteenth Celebration Returns
'Our history, our culture, our village' is the theme for 53rd annual celebration in Milwaukee.
Jun 17th, 2024 by Margaret Faust
Democrats Look to Use Trump’s ‘Horrible City’ Comment Against Him
DNC launches billboards across Milwaukee with quote, Biden campaign creates t-shirt.
Jun 14th, 2024 by Evan Casey
RNC Poised To Use Loophole To Force Protest Zone Relocation
Pere Marquette Park would become part of RNC "hard zone" instead of just outside of it.
Jun 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Calls Milwaukee “Horrible City”
Comment made during meeting with House Republicans.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Janitors Union Prepares for Contract Fight
Union representing downtown janitors seeks to protect workers' pandemic-era wage gains. Mayor joins the rally.
Jun 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Election Commission Director Approved
Paulina Gutierrez has strong support of mayor, council president and commission staff.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Hates For-Profit College, But Approves It Anyway
Threat of lawsuit a factor as Arizona College of Nursing seeks to open on West Side.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy
Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Moves Forward With Audits of MPS
MPS board member says $1.5 billion budget will get passed this week.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
How Will School Board Hire New Superintendent?
What's the likely process and how were past decisions made?
Jun 10th, 2024 by Terry Falk
Marquette President Michael Lovell Dies
Praised for his positive leadership, Lovell, 57, battled sarcoma, a rare cancer, for 3 years.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Pledges Four Points of MPS Involvement
Including helping select the next superintendent and city administrative support.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Should MCTS Take Over Operation of The Hop, Other Transit Systems?
MCTS officials are considering bidding to operate the systems as a move to create a regional transit authority and financial security.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
ACLU, Coalition Sue City Over RNC Protest Rules
Group promises to march right to Fiserv Forum, alleges city is denying its 1st Amendment rights.
Jun 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Secret Service, City Find Themselves Targeted By Protesters, Republicans
Republicans want alternative to Pere Marquette Park. ACLU announces lawsuit.
Jun 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Happy With New Election Chief
'You are honestly one of the smartest people I have ever met,' says one alderman.
Jun 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Not Interested in MPS Takeover
Johnson says no to city takeover, adds that all Milwaukee schools should be focused on better outcomes.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Protected Bike Lanes For Lake Drive Raise Ire of Neighbors
Despite vehement objections in raucous meeting, committee approves plan.
Jun 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Board Calls For Investigation, Delays Budget Vote
The school district has been under scrutiny for lack of financial reporting.
May 31st, 2024 by Margaret Faust
Adopt-A-Neighborhood Initiative Aims to Uplift Silver City
City aims to boost neighborhood's safety, community engagement and beauty.
May 29th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Common Ground Gets National Attention
Group’s battle with city housing authority becoming embarrassing for Milwaukee.
May 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Former Top Election Official Signs Settlement With City
Claire Woodall will serve in remote, 'associate director' role until early August.
May 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
RNC, Protesters, Secret Service At Odds Over Free Speech Zone
Is Pere Marquette Park actually the Goldilocks spot?
May 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Protected Bike Lanes Will Link Bay View With Downtown
Series of city projects will provide safe link between South Side and Downtown.
May 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Kicks Off Peace Week
Second annual Peace Week's events seek to 'jump-start the summertime in Milwaukee on a very positive and peaceful note.'
May 21st, 2024 by Evan Casey
Walker’s Point Will Get New Plaza, Protected Bike Lanes
And upgraded skate park. City plans 11 projects to improve south-side area.
May 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Officials Praise Rescheduling of Cannabis by Biden
New federal policy 'will help reverse longstanding injustices in our legal system.'
May 20th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
See the 2024 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
20 projects big and small are named best of the best in Milwaukee design
May 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vice President Kamala Harris Promotes Economic Agenda in Milwaukee Visit
Harris joins entertainer D.L. Hughley for her nationwide "Economic Opportunity Tour" in the lead up to the presidential election.
May 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
$456 Million Baird Center Opens With Big Promises, Vision
100,000 more visitors every year, billions more in spending. See it yourself on Saturday.
May 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Number of Milwaukee Police Officers Declined 16% in 5 Years
Down from 1,900 officers in 2019 to 1,600 today, but will soon rise.
May 12th, 2024 by Peter Cameron
Common Ground Scores Win For Public Housing Residents
New policy sends city inspectors to check Housing Authority properties starting this week.
May 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
MPM Holds Groundbreaking for $240 Million Museum
Construction will begin soon on Public Museum's new five-story facility.
May 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Khalif Rainey To Lead Office of African American Affairs
Plus: Mayor's new picks for lobbying leader, innovation director and labor negotiator.
May 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Dumps Elections Director Claire Woodall
Johnson nominates deputy to replace her six months before presidential election.
May 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Zoning Changes Would Clear Path To 1 Million Residents
But the Growing MKE plan is also intended to prevent gentrification and deter spikes in housing prices.
May 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See The Design Concepts To Replace Stadium Freeway
More than 10 alternatives released for the northside freeway spur.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Draft & Vessel Owner Plans Cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
Entrepreneur Nat Davauer has big plans for key downtown space.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie Bolich
Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized
Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.
Apr 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
County Executive, Mayor Meet With Inmates to Discuss Second Chances
Crowley and Johnson were joined by Chief Judge Carl Ashley at Community Reintegration Center.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Public Meeting On Freeway-To-Boulevard Project
Community input sought on proposal to convert Stadium Freeway to boulevard.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Biden Announces Milwaukee As New “Workforce Hub” For Lead Pipe Removal
Contractor capacity has long been issue limiting ability to remove lead pipes.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing
Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.
Apr 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
City Could Get Involved In Money-for-New-Moms Program
Dimitrijevic's proposal seeks to extend cash grant program for low-income mothers to three years.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years
Numbers continue to decline since pandemic but officials say more work still needed.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Council, City Officials Celebrate Inauguration
'When you go into public service, you should feel the weight and responsibility.'
Apr 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Backs Boulevard To Replace I-794 Downtown
'We should be thinking about the city we want in the future, 30 years from now.'
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools
Johnson vows to make Milwaukee a city that attracts people because of its schools.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council President Jose Perez Reelected
Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Downer Theater Reopens To Big Crowd
Milwaukee Film kicks off stewardship of historic cinema with near-capacity crowd.
Apr 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Begins Daily Service To The Couture, BRT Will Soon Follow
Long-awaited milestone restores transit service to lakefront. Officials herald it as future of transit.
Apr 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Bids Farewell To Alders Murphy, Borkowski and Rainey
Trio leaves, but not before singing, doing impersonations and issuing a challenge.
Apr 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Public Schools Referendum Narrowly Passes
Union touts passage as a win for Milwaukee's youth.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Cruises To Reelection
Milwaukee mayor wins his first full-term with more than 80% of vote.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Crowley Coasts Into Second Term
County executive easily wins reelection, thrashing perennial candidate Ieshuh Griffin.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
2024 Spring Election Results
MPS referendum and county exec, mayor, Common Council and County Board races all on ballot.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Granholm Touts ‘Investing In America’ Initiative On Milwaukee Visit
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm cites impact on Milwaukee, three area companies.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Dashboard Shows Where, When Car Crashes Are Happening
Effort part of a larger push to address reckless driving and traffic safety.
Mar 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates For City Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Top Chef’ Premiere Dished Up Praise For Milwaukee, The Dairy State
The season's first episode highlighted Milwaukee's Lupi & Iris, Blu and a handful of local personalities.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Election Official Guilty of Election Fraud
Jury finds Kimberly Zapata guilty of a felony. Sentencing will take place on May 2.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Evan Casey
City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer
Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
8 Takeaways From Crowley’s State of the County Speech
And a new slogan: 'What’s good for Milwaukee County is good for the entire state.'
Mar 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Lawsuit Likely Over RNC Free Speech Stage
Committee endorses plan despite concerns from Coalition to March on the RNC.
Mar 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit
Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
How to Grow Milwaukee to 1 Million
Mayor Cavalier Johnson is missing the key way to grow the city.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Wins $36 Million To Rebuild Key Street
Grant will overhaul 6th Street through heart of city.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Chief Jeffrey Norman Talks Crime, Guns and RNC
Milwaukee's top cop appeared before the Milwaukee Press Club Thursday.
Mar 8th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
12 Years After Being Built, Wisconsin’s Talgo Trains Enter Service
But in Nigeria, not Wisconsin.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See Inside Fiserv’s New Headquarters
Company is painting the town orange says CEO. Its headquarters is decorated with the Bucks' championship court.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee
Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
RNC Wants 10,000 Volunteers To Greet Guests, Provide Directions
Not about wearing a red or blue shirt say organizers, it's about making a positive impression.
Mar 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?
Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?
Feb 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
New Corporate Headquarters, 130 Jobs For Downtown
Enerpac Tool HQ moving to Milwaukee. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Feb 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See Where Milwaukee’s Secret ShotSpotter Sensors Are
Data leak reveals what MPD and company have attempted to keep private.
Feb 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Campaign Wants You To “Vote Yes For MPS” On School Referendum
Group urges voters to support property tax increase for students.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
RNC Security Zone Revealed
Zone will cover portion of Downtown in July, with multiple layers of access.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Westmoreland, Winter Advance in 5th District
Incumbent Lamont Westmoreland will face Bruce Winter, a third-time candidate.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Cavalier Johnson Easily Wins Primary
Johnson will face David D. King in general election.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Spring Primary Election Results
Mayor, three council seats and a county board seat on ballot.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Mayoral Race Headlines Primary Election
Plus: Three aldermanic races and a county supervisor contest.
Feb 19th, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
A Four-Way Preservation Fight Over Wisconsin Avenue
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Feb 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras
Mayor Johnson, County Executive Crowley say cameras are proven tool for addressing reckless driving.
Feb 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building
Five Points Lofts, first proposed in 2020, is finally becoming reality.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Data Shows Milwaukee’s Traffic Calming Effort Is Working
Speeding dropped 69% on one southside street.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Officials Urge Ambulance Policy Changes After Woman’s Death
Unanimous Common Council measure calls for future operating procedure updates.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee Officials, Climate Advocates Praise Clean Energy Projects
Biden's $2.55 billion Clean Energy Plan funding projects in Wisconsin.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
By Demolishing Homes, Milwaukee Hopes To Revive Neighborhoods
City hopes to raze 180 houses this year, but how long will neighborhoods take to revive?
Feb 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Eitel Cancels Plans For Vel Phillips Plaza Cafe After Council Questions, Public Opposition
After Milwaukee Turners "pilloried" Eitel on Tuesday, things appear to have snowballed behind the scenes.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Business Donating Wireless Network To Ukraine Sister City
Advanced Wireless aims to help Irpin get back on its feet.
Feb 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
No, I-794 Won’t Be Eliminated
Many seem to think state proposal will tear down Hoan Bridge. Nope. Will that change the views of detractors?
Jan 31st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Will Build 45 Traffic Calming Projects in 2024
'Reckless drivers, they infuriate me,' says Mayor Cavalier Johnson.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
The New Fashioned Announces Restaurant Partner For Deer District Project
Opening April 5 with Benson's Restaurant Group as its restaurant and catering partner.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
