Elected to the Milwaukee Common Council in 2024.
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2025 - January Continuing - $23,953 - 52 contributions
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Property Owner Losing Historic Preservation Battle
Scott Lurie can't convince the city his East Side properties aren't historic.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Is City Purchasing a Factory?
Former Milwaukee Bridge Co. plant could be redeveloped. For what?
Jan 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Sweet Little Waffles Will Replace Szechuan On Busy Street
New venture for tavern owner would serve breakfast and fresh-pressed juice.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Sherman Park Grocery Issues Call for Help
Grocery store located in a food desert asks for community support.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Plan To Save Building Literally Falling Apart
Real estate investor has made a cottage industry of saving blighted buildings.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances
But opposition could cost the city 'ginormously' more money, warns a veteran.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Thanksgiving Food Drive Offers Free Meal Kits
Sherman Phoenix set to distribute turkeys, hams and side dishes Nov. 25. Several other giveaways planned.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?
Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?
Nov 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposed Ordinance Targets Unsanctioned Nightclubs
City leaders say legal loophole allows nightclubs in private event venues.
Nov 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Recommends Closing ELMNT Lounge
Milwaukee Common Council will take a final vote next month.
Oct 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Has Its First ‘Innovation District’
City aims to cut red tape while Wantable Cafe leader seeks to create tech cluster.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Issues 10-Day Suspension to Amani Gas Station
After two shootings, the Gas Depot will remain closed through Oct. 2.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Will Waive Permit Fees For Owner-Occupied Homes Flood Repair
Proposal aims to reduce costs of rebuilding after 1,000-year storm.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Despite Its Passage, ‘Growing MKE’ Still Not A Done Deal
Tensions reemerge as zoning changes proposed. 'That's how a frog is boiled.'
Sep 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Despite Alderwoman’s Opposition, Northwest Side Affordable Housing Project Approved
After years of delay, Cudahy Farms deal passed by council.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Mayor Clash Over Parking
A stinging defeat for mayor, a win for Bauman, and Westmoreland issue ends quietly.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Everyone Agrees, Let’s Delay Affordable Housing Proposal
Ald. Larresa Taylor still negotiating changes in controversial proposal.
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
After Lengthy Debate, Council Legalizes Carriage Homes
Did Milwaukee just eliminate single-family zoning?
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
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
Committee Waters Down Proposed ‘Granny Flat’ Plan
Result: The sponsors of proposal have now become the opponents.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
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
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
New Grocery Store Planned for 35th, Fond du Lac and Burleigh
Building would replace city-owned vacant lot.
May 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Delays Consideration of New Downtown Hotel
Moxy Hotel proposal leads to messy meeting, closed session with City Attorney.
May 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Divided Over Nightclub’s Age Restriction
Council denies Allure's request to lower age limit, despite split vote.
Apr 23rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Salvation Army Now Wants To Save Black Landmark It Planned To Raze
Preservation advocacy results in compromise to save 1970's complex.
Apr 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees
Addition of new alder Alex Brower prompts changes, restores power to veteran council member.
Apr 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wants To Buy 30th Street Line, Railroad Says No
But city officials believe sale still possible for multi-use trail, perhaps even mass transit.
Mar 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Changes Zoning Board Makeup
Mayor Johnson calls move 'unnecessary and potentially detrimental.'
Mar 4th, 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
Bauman Wins Preservation Funding By Sacrificing Deconstruction Funds
Did he open the door to the council taking the remainder of the deconstruction fund?
Feb 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council May Refine Makeup of Board of Zoning Appeals
Council President seeks more expertise in effort to overhaul boards and commissions.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Studies Show Police in Schools Don’t Make Them Safer
Chicago Public Schools has dropped the program. MPS may be forced to pay for them.
Jan 20th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Broad Coalition Opposes New Immigration Enforcement Facility
City, county and state officials, community and business leaders condemn ICE proposal.
Jan 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
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
‘Peace Treaty’ Reached on Menomonee Valley Building
Kendall Breunig will get zoning change to redevelop Cream City brick structure.
Nov 19th, 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
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
City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers
Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag
Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.
Sep 24th, 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
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
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
Momentum Grows for Cash Payments To Low-Income Pregnant Women, New Mothers
Unconditional cash payment program initiated by Zilber would be expanded with city funding.
Aug 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayors Offer Plea To Republicans For Federal Support
Cavalier Johnson joined by Miami mayor and National League of Cities leader, among others.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Approves Hampton Avenue Tavern
Common Council unanimously approves license for Excluzive Bar N Lounge in Wahl Park neighborhood.
Jul 9th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Opponents of Wisconsin Avenue Historic District Win Fight
New alderwoman Sharlen Moore drops three homes from proposed district.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority
Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Large Milwaukee Buildings Will Be Required To Conduct Energy Benchmarks
Simply tracking the data expected to trigger process that cuts energy use by 2.4% per year.
Jun 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Can City Close Infinity Lounge?
Council votes to close troubled nightclub, but bar is already challenging suspension in court.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Government Could Launch a Daycare
Proposal for new perk aims to help city retain and attract employees.
Jun 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Retreats On For-Profit College
Opponents call Arizona College of Nursing predatory. Committee decides to allow zoning change for it.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council At Odds On Committee Assignments
But Pérez pledges to install Ald. Pratt as a vice chair within six months.
May 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Alderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes
DiAndre Jackson has since paid off 2022 taxes but still owes for 2023.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, City Officials Celebrate Inauguration
'When you go into public service, you should feel the weight and responsibility.'
Apr 17th, 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
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
Burgelis Bests Zepnick For Council Seat
County supervisor wins open Common Council seat.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
DiAndre Jackson Will Replace Rainey on Common Council
Jackson defeats Jessica Currie for open council seat.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Meet the Candidates For City Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey
Four-way primary saw every candidate get at least 21% of vote.
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
Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection
Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.
Dec 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
