Heiner Giese

How EPA’s Proposed Lead Dust Rules Would Impact Wisconsin

Biden administration seeks to lower threshold of lead considered hazardous in buildings.

City Regulators Can Require Fixing of Lead Hazards — If They Can Find Landlords

Out-of-state landlords, ever-changing owners elude Milwaukee Health Department.

Where Do Your Possessions Go In An Eviction?

Losing a home can also mean losing your stuff, but there are limited protections for tenants.

Predatory Landlords Buying Up Milwaukee Properties

Study finds out-of-state landlords now own 23% of rental houses in majority Black wards.

Group Wants Limit On Time Eviction Records Public

Legal Action of Wisconsin petitioned state Supreme Court for rule change in March.

New Penalties For Landlords Who Don’t Fix Lead Hazards

Fees, citations, even demolition for non-compliance after child tests positive for lead.

High Court Asked To Remove Eviction Court Records After One Year

Legal aid lawyers say landlords use records to exclude prospective tenants.

Committee OK’s ARPA Funding for Ambulances, Reckless Driving and Eviction Prevention

Finance & Personnel Committee recommends spending $14 million of city's $394 million ARPA allocation.

What You Need To Know About Eviction Process

Experts offer tips for renters.

Council Protects Tenants Seeking Lead Hazard Remedies

Ordinance prohibits evictions of tenants seeking advice or service for lead hazards.

Bill Targets Milwaukee’s Segregation

Landlords would be nudged to accept federal housing vouchers. Many testified against bill.

Contribution to Robert Bauman of $100

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $100

Contribution to Nik Kovac of $100

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $100

Contribution to Robert Bauman of $100