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Alderwoman Chantia Lewis reminds you about voting early
"It’s important to be involved in this election."
Oct 26th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council Passes Complete Streets Policy
Streets for all, not just cars, is now the law of the land.
Oct 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Saturday: Family-friendly Harvest Fest brings fun for everyone
News release from Alderwoman Chantia Lewis
Oct 12th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Barrett Vetoes Inspector General
Council, Mayor at odds over how independent new position should be.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Was Barrett Asleep on Health Department?
Problems may go back a decade and mayor deserves much blame, some alderman say.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
The Inspector General Is Coming
Common Council creates its own watchdog to monitor city departments.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Home For a Lieutenant Governor?
Mandela Barnes' northwest-side condo was once part of segregated neighborhood.
Sep 14th, 2018 by Michael Horne
Health Commissioner Pick Gets First Approval
Kowalik wins unanimous vote from committee, interim commissioner reveals ongoing issues.
Sep 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Sequanna Taylor Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
Elected Official, MPS Parent, and Educational Assistant Will Put the Students First
Aug 29th, 2018 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
New Downtown Beer Hall at The 42
Plus: Two new Mexican places, East Side Korean spot and Walker's Point pizza place.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Zach Komassa
New café set for grand opening in 9th District
The café will also feature catering and delivery.
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Women’s March WI Endorses Nikiya Dodd for 5th District Alderman
"I am so humbled to have earned the endorsement of Women's March WI."
Aug 10th, 2018 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
Milwaukee Area Unions Endorse Nikiya Dodd for 5th District Alderman
"As a State Senator and a County Supervisor I proudly stood with workers and their unions."
Aug 10th, 2018 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
Council action to help breathe life in to former Target building in the 9th District
"We are looking at 100 jobs and a community business providing family sustaining wages."
Aug 1st, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin
Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Good Hope Road Library project construction begins
The existing building will soon be razed to begin building the new, mixed-use facility.
Jul 20th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Statement from Alderwoman Lewis on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh
I believe that someone in the model that other Republican presidents have appointed would be better.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Rhythm & Blooms concert Thursday at Green Tree Community Garden
6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 19
Jul 16th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Resolution focusing on drag racing spectators moves forward
Under the resolution, spectating fines will range from $20 to $400, together with the costs of prosecution.
May 17th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Mayor, Council Play Musical Chairs
New appointments open door for Ald. Jim Bohl to leave his elected position for lobbyist job.
May 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Ascension announces pause to service downsizing at St. Joseph
Press release from Alders Khalif J. Rainey, Michael Murphy and Bob Donovan
Apr 18th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council approves Ascension service retention measure
"Citizens across our city rely on Ascension facilities for care..."
Apr 17th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Milwaukee Bans Conversion Therapy
Controversial therapy tries to transform LGBT teens into heterosexuals.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
I stand with our children
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - March 14, 2018
Mar 14th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
McManus Lays Out Three Priorities for Health Department
Baker issues a statement defending his actions. Are city hospitals going to close?
Feb 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Members Congratulate Interim Police Chief on Appointment
We stand ready to work with him to move forward as a united community for the good of all residents.
Feb 16th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Barrett Withdraws Nannis Nomination
Interim Health Dept leader at issue, as City Hall infighting hits new highs.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City of Milwaukee to Celebrate 28 Days of Black History throughout February
In honor of Black History Month, the City of Milwaukee website and the City Channel (Milwaukee’s government access cable channel) will again recognize influential figures in Milwaukee’s Black history .
Feb 1st, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
City Report Finds Health Dept. Problems
Records missing for 30 homes with lead problems. Funding, staff reductions an issue.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Could Reject Interim Health Leader
Eight aldermen question legality of Nannis appointment to run Health Department.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Aldermen Ask City Attorney for Legality of Paul Nannis’ position
Mr. Nannis was appointed Commissioner of the Milwaukee Health Department by Mayor Tom Barrett and has reportedly already reported for work, but his appointment has not been confirmed by the full Common Council.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Shopping Cart Resolution Passes Committee
The resolution will now move onto the Common Council for a full vote on February 6.
Jan 26th, 2018 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council set to act on Health Department crisis
Joint statement from the Milwaukee Common Council
Jan 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
A Northwest Side Revival?
New restaurants, new light industry and Granville BID lead the way.
Jan 11th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Common Council Statement on Flynn Retirement
Statement from the Common Council - January 8th, 2018
Jan 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Council committee passes Green Alert system measure
News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
Jan 5th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
9th District future to be focus of major announcement
The announcement and unveiling will take place after the grand opening of Irie’s Place, a new restaurant in the district.
Dec 27th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council approves Northridge parcel transfer to City of Milwaukee
“This is just the beginning of business increased development in the area, in the New Year we will see a whole new 9th District.”
Dec 19th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council approves Libya slave trade condemnation measure
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey - December 19, 2017
Dec 19th, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
The Long March to Freedom
NNS publishes book examining the legacy of Milwaukee's open housing marches.
Dec 12th, 2017 by Urban Milwaukee
Felesia Martin Announces key endorsements
I am humbled by the outpouring of community support for my candidacy.
Dec 12th, 2017 by Sup. Felesia Martin
Council Delays Action On Shopping Carts
Stores need more notice, they decide, on ordinance requiring locks on all carts.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Move at former Northridge site sets the table for future projects
Penzeys Spices owner William Penzey is transferring ownership of the former Northridge Mall Boston Store property to the City of Milwaukee.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked
A blueprint for change or too vague and hard to understand? Council members wrangle.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee recommends approval of shopping cart ordinance
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - November 20, 2017
Nov 20th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
City’s Anti-Violence Effort Stalls
Office of Violence Prevention’s plan was due in June. Donovan, others criticize delay.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Budget includes money for key lead water lateral marketing campaign
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - November 10, 2017
Nov 10th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Alderwoman Lewis invites business owners to learn about proposed shopping cart ordinance
A council study found that abandoned shopping carts were creating blight in neighborhoods.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Business Builders Summit offers once in a lifetime chance for local entrepreneurs
This event supports business ownership by community residents and fosters sustainable small businesses in Milwaukee’s 9th District.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn
10-5 vote means city lobbyist must seek state law giving council power to fire chiefs.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Harvest Fest to bring family-friendly atmosphere on October
Harvest Fest will include games, food, hay rides, pumpkins and a petting zoo.
Oct 20th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Ald. Lewis pleased with new restaurant now calling District 9 home
The restaurant opened on October 7 and residents welcomed it saying, it has some of the best Mexican food in the 9th District.
Oct 19th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council Votes for Authority to Fire Flynn
Requests state law giving them power to fire police and fire chiefs. Mayor promises a veto.
Oct 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Good Hope Library Deal Approved
Northwest side to get new library and 65 apartments.
Oct 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Citizens of Milwaukee
For the 14th consecutive budget, Mayor Barrett is going to cut your fire department.
Oct 6th, 2017 by Milwaukee Professional Fire Fighters’ AssociationLocal 215
Ald. Hamilton’s City Hall Power Play
Michael Murphy now finds himself on the outside looking in. Why?
Oct 4th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Black Women’s Empowerment March is Saturday
Black women participants are asked to wear all black clothing, participating men are asked to wear all green and other supporters are asked to wear red.
Sep 29th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
County Board Adopts Measure to Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women
"The practice of restraining pregnant women is demeaning and unnecessary and best efforts must be made to avoid this practice at all costs."
Sep 28th, 2017 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis takes on reckless speeding in District 9
Recently, the City of Milwaukee installed speed cushions on 87th and Tower Ave.
Sep 12th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis remembers the victims of 9/11 and honors their memory
Today is an emotional day for our nation and for me personally, as I was an active member of the United States Air Force when the attacks on September 11 took place
Sep 11th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Meet with Alderwoman Lewis “over coffee” on September 9th
Discuss neighborhood issues with the Alderwoman one-on-one
Sep 8th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Council hearing set for DOJ draft report on MPD practices
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Council President Ashanti Hamilton
Aug 31st, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Bucks Top Off New Arena
4,400-pound steel beam symbolizes the peak of new arena's construction.
Aug 24th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
A Legacy of Activism
Open housing marcher passes spirit of activism to daughter Ald. Chantia Lewis.
Aug 1st, 2017 by Jenny Fischer
Common Council approves new Pioneering Innovations Commission
News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
Jul 31st, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Council Still Upset with Chief Flynn
"Damn right hold it again" proclaims alderman Bob Donovan. Council wants more control of chief.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Rhythm & Bloom concert at Green Tree Community Garden
Free Concert Series Information from Alderwoman Chantia Lewis and Alderman Cavalier Johnson
Jul 25th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
The Mystery of Immigration Controversy
Why the change in police policy, why the lack of “transparency,” why all the furor?
Jul 21st, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Twenty Local Elected Officials Endorse Cathy Myers to Take on Speaker Ryan
Local Democrats believe Cathy Myers is the best candidate to oust Paul Ryan
Jul 20th, 2017 by Cathy Myers
Standing tall when it counts
Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - July 14, 2017
Jul 14th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
“We Fought Just As Hard”
The role of women in the Milwaukee’s open housing marches of the 1960s.
Jul 11th, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Council Members Blast Chief Flynn
Demanding more input into Flynn's decision making, they refuse to allocate federal funds.
Jul 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Kids Ask Common Council for Safer Streets
Big increase in city pedestrians killed while crossing the street.
Jul 9th, 2017 by Jessica Wineberg
Sparks Fly Over Hamilton Settlement
Council approves $2.3 million settlement, but black aldermen debate Donovan.
May 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan to Replace Mill Road Branch Moves Ahead
MPL Project Receives Tax Credit Award from WHEDA
May 17th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Library
New Approach for Prevention Over Incarceration
Invest on the front end and avoid huge costs on the back end
May 15th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Downtown Strip Club Approved
Lawsuit settled. "Everyone and their brother" can now open a club.
May 9th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
How to Make a Pedestrian Friendly City
New district-by-district reports on improving city for bicycling and walking.
May 3rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Strip Club Deal Fell Apart
Deal would have ended suits against city if council okayed new club.
Apr 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderwoman Lewis to host State of the District event on April 5
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis invites residents from throughout the city to attend her inaugural State of the District Address
Mar 30th, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
ZIP MKE Photos Celebrate the City at Mill Road Library
New Photos, Alderwoman Lewis, and Spoken Word Kick Off New Gallery in 53218
Mar 23rd, 2017 by ZIP MKE
Council passes resolution creating Early Education Task Force
The task force will launch a birth-to-school literacy initiative.
Mar 1st, 2017 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Good Hope Library Moves Forward
New library, 65-unit apartment complex, green space and parking lots
Feb 23rd, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Overwhelming support for our fellow citizens and for our ideals
Milwaukee could be the first city in the U.S. to officially declare its opposition to the travel ban.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Common Council President Jose Perez
City of Milwaukee website, cable channel to host black history vignettes
News release from Alds. Chantia Lewis and Milele A. Coggs
Feb 1st, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Launch of key Promise Zone effort to be announced Tuesday
City Hall event Jan 31 to be hosted by Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton
Jan 30th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Northwest side employer Concentrix in major hiring push
More than 170 positions to be filled; Council members encouraging residents to apply; Jan. 7 career fair set for prospective applicants
Dec 19th, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
$1 Million In Donations to City Politicians
Our Political Contributions Tracker hits $1 million, reveals who’s giving and getting cash.
Nov 29th, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee
City to partner with UWM on far North Side redevelopment workshop
The design charrette will provide a vision for the redevelopment of high-priority underused sites along W. Brown Deer Road and N. 76th Street.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Muni Court Indigents Will Get Lawyers
Common Council votes 9-6 to approve funding for new program.
Nov 7th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Joint letter to DA John Chisholm
Joint letter from members of the Common Council to District Attorney Chisholm
Oct 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Council Signs Off on “Ban the Box” Legislation for City Job Applicants
The Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday approved legislation that will enshrine as law the City of Milwaukee’s practice of eliminating questions about prior criminal history from applications for employment with the city, according to the measure’s lead sponsor, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis.
Oct 11th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
String of daytime burglaries prompts warnings from Ald. Lewis, MPD
Throughout the last month, around a dozen burglaries have been reported in the general area north of W. Mill Road and N. 84th Street.
Sep 30th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Alderwoman Lewis invites residents to unique job fair opportunity
The companies will be interviewing on the spot for many different available positions.
Sep 26th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Work Underway at Site of Restaurant Fire
Crews are removing debris and working to remediate the condition of the burned out Burger King.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
All Things in Common block parties are set for this weekend
News release from Alderwoman Chantia Lewis
Aug 25th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
