Khalif Rainey

What Should Or Shouldn’t Be in Milwaukee Mask Mandate?

Council debates ordinance before its written.

Communication file introduced to seek answers regarding MFD incident

Fire & Police Commission Director Wins Committee Support For Reappointment

Griselda Aldrete gets committee support, but needs to pick up five votes from the full council to keep her job.

Council Committee Debates Oversight For Police Military-Grade Purchases

Would require approval for all purchases.

Committee approves ordinance requiring minority impact statements

Only time will tell if a new day is dawning in Milwaukee

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey June 22, 2020

Council Wants No Pay for Suspended Officers

Seeks change in state law so city can stop paying suspended cops charged with felonies.

Council passes resolution seeking Juneteenth Day become a federal holiday

Council Calls For ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Policy

Measure would require interventions when anyone in custody says they're having trouble breathing.

Community deserves to hear from department leaders on plans for change

Joint statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

Council passes resolution seeking greater accountability for officers involved in homicides

Homicides Way Up In County This Year

Up from 47 to 80 at this time last year, with most (73) in the city.

Council Proposes 10% Police Budget Cut

11 council members back $30 million cut and investing in other programs.

City Holds Emergency Council Meeting To Approve Voting Sites, Why?

Move expands early voting access from three to 16 sites.

Ald. Rainey encourages small businesses to submit Restart Grant applications

Hip-Hop Week MKE 2020 canceled due to COVID-19

Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council

13 members sign letter urging Morales: stop chiding protesters and listen to their message.

Is Chief Morales Doing a Good Job?

Council members ask for citizens' views in preparation for performance review of police chief.

Let the Fire and Police Commission know how you feel about MPD Chief Alfonso Morales

Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Rental assistance program coming soon to eligible residents

News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Rainey Seeks Extension of Eviction Moratorium

Ald. Rainey is worried the state's rental assistance won't be enough.

Reopening only works by keeping our community safe

From Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis and Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd

Help needed to find hit-and-run suspects

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey May 22, 2020

Committee to take up resolution in support of equity amid furloughs, budget restrictions

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Bring Your Tires and TVs, Drop Off Centers Are Still Free

Milwaukee's two drop-off centers are now open Sundays, with no fees through at least the end of May.

Milwaukee Allows Salons, Barbershops To Reopen

New order is similar to the order issued by Milwaukee suburbs Wednesday night.

Alderman Rainey encourages 7th District residents to utilize free COVID-19 testing

News Release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Symphony Hangs New Sign

The former Grand Avenue looks more like the entertainment hub it once was.

Amendment to help furloughed workers falls just short

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis May 8, 2020

Council members introduce resolution in support of equity amid furloughs, budget restrictions

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Property assessments to be discussed at special Judiciary and Legislation Committee meeting

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Johnson Chooses Powerful Committee Chairs

Not every supporter rewarded. New council president says picks reflect experience, not politics.

7 COVID-19 Cases From In-Person Voting?

Likely to rise as Health Department reviews all data. Council pushes for absentee voting.

City Clerk Faces Surprise Opposition

Nikiya Dodd leads charge to replace Jim Owczarski with Theodore Lipscomb.

Common Council gives SafeVote legislation unanimous approval

Johnson Elected Council President

Second-term Ald. Cavalier Johnson defeats Ashanti Hamilton and Milele Coggs.

24 Groups Win Healthy Food Grants From City

New grant program focused on increasing access to, providing education on healthy foods.

Proposal Would Mail Milwaukee Voters Absentee Request Forms

Proposal from incoming Dimitrijevic would make it easier for people to vote in November election.

White City Worker Wins Racial Bias Payout

Health department employee's claims involve former interim commissioner Patricia McManus.

Plastic Straw Ban Went Into Effect, Did Anyone Notice?

As of yesterday, city restaurants and bars must obey. Which is the least of their concerns.

Council Bids Farewell to Bob and Tony

Aldermen Bob Donovan and Tony Zielinski attend their last council meeting and get a warm sendoff.

21 Winners and Losers

Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?

2020 Spring Election Results

Live City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County results for the April 7th Spring Election.

Lena Taylor’s Aide Suspended by WNOV

Michele Bryant accuses station’s owner of selling out to Mayor Barrett.

Common Council Candidates

Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.

Shut-Off Proposal Called ‘Dictator Like’

Ald. Rainey wants water, electric shut off for businesses violating shutdown. Mayor, governor disagree.

Time to turn out the lights on businesses not following the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home order

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey March 30, 2020

Ascension St. Joseph Offers Free COVID-19 Testing

Patients must be pre-approved for testing by an Ascension physician.

Residents urged to abide by “Stay-at-Home” order

Alderman Asks Hospital for Free Testing

COVID-19 hits black population hard, many cases within a mile of St. Joseph Hospital.

Council suspends license fees, parking enforcement during the COVID-19 state of emergency

Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton March 24, 2020

Council Delays Convention Expansion?

9-4 vote seeks to prevent convention center expansion during pandemic.

Job seekers: Take advantage of Fair Chance Thursdays

Travaux Gets Entrepreneurial

City-affiliated entity lands private contract to oversee construction.

Developers Must Monitor Homes on Hold

Under new policy, developers must watchdog city-owned homes held for them to buy.

What To Do About Century City?

Bailout needed; what's the impact of losing Strauss or trying to start a hemp farm?

Jason Fields Announces Slate of New Endorsements in Race for Comptroller

Milwaukee city and state leaders announce support of Fields

Strauss Closes Door on Milwaukee Move

Plus: An abandoned basement discovered in former Grand Avenue Mall.

Latest Tragedy Dramatizes City’s Domestic Violence Problem

Murder of Amarah Banks and her two young daughters part of under-reported problem, experts say.

Common Council Races

Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.

Is This Good Urban Design?

Alderman objects to car-centric layout of proposed south side grocery store.

Healthy Food for the Central City

Project championed by Ald. Rainey seeks partners, offers $400,000 in grants.

American Heart Association applauds City of Milwaukee for supporting healthy food access

Council Inches Toward Universal Basic Income

Proposal will create a framework, needs philanthropic support.

A New Design Vision for Villard Avenue

UW-Milwaukee will lead design charette to envision future of commercial corridor.

Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Packed spring election features 46 candidates for 19 city offices.

Officials Advance $500/Month Basic Income Plan

Are you low-income and want $500 per month? The city has a pilot plan, almost.

Pizzeria, Sober Bar Planned Near Sherman Park

Entrepreneur buying city-owned building, plans cafe and apartments

Downtown Building Getting Overhauled

Plus: More apartments for former Grand Avenue Mall.

New Office For African-American Issues

City transforming two-story building on Fond du Lac into one-stop clearinghouse.

Area Resident Plans Hopkins St. Project

Charles McCoy will purchase, redevelop commercial building in Amani neighborhood.

Can Downtown Boom Boost Poorer Areas?

Airbnb tax, mentorship program, other proposals suggested to boost investment elsewhere.

See The Canstruction of Local Landmarks

Plus: Associated gives Milwaukee Center new name & upgrades, mass timber building tops off.

Could Strauss Plant Deal Be Revived?

Ald. Johnson working to save deal, Barrett holds out hope, community meeting planned.

Racist Policy? Committee Rejects Hotel Sign

Comfort Suites hotel simply wanted a new sign. Then things got strange.

School to Become Apartments, Cost $19.4 Million

Committee okays $1.05 million in city funds to support 82-unit, north-side project.

Sherman Park neighborhood to receive support from BUILD Health Challenge®

News Release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey

Council approves resolution creating Millennial Task Force

News Release from Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Council Bans Most Plastic Straws

Use by bars and restaurants prohibited unless customers request them.

Gorman Buying 38 Foreclosed Homes

Developer will convert city-owned homes on North Side to affordable rental housing.

Bucks Beat Hiring Targets on Fiserv Forum

Team "won the championship" in hiring city residents, businesses says Mayor Barrett.

Committee recommends approval of resolution creating Millennial Task Force

News Release from Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Council Could Override Zielinski on Bay View Development

Developer Scott Lurie's project is headed towards a vote.

Omnibus budget amendment supports birthing moms pilot, violence interrupters, participatory budget initiative and more

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Hamilton Keeping Door Open for Strauss

Council president halts move to officially kill deal. "Let's continue the process," he says.

What’s This Sherman Park Home Worth?

City, prospective buyer have wrangled over price of foreclosed home.

Business Leader Blasts Council on Strauss Deal

Hamilton and council members are to blame for losing hundreds of jobs, Sheehy says.

Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Revived

Plus: MPS unveils new schoolyards, Cambria hotel opens, Athea expanding chemical plant

DC Group Could Redevelop City Homes

Non-profit backed by for-profit investors aims to rehab city-owned, foreclosed homes.

Who Lost the Strauss Brands Deal?

State Sen. Lena Taylor helped kill a deal bringing hundreds of jobs to depressed Century City area.

Barrett Blasts Council On Strauss Deal

They let "malarkey" of disinformation campaign kill meat processing plant deal, he charges.

Slaughterhouse Defeated in Milwaukee! Advocacy Groups, Aldermen and Neighbors Shut down the Strauss Brands Slaughterhouse Deal!

"We are incredibly pleased to hear Strauss withdraw its plans for a slaughterhouse in our city."

Strauss Deal is Dead

Company pulls plug on $60 million Century City deal after area alderman decides he opposes it.

New Apartments Near Streetcar Line

Plus: Where does the Strauss deal stand? State office building moving forward.

Neighbors make voices heard regarding Strauss meat processing plant

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey October 18, 2019

Council Debates Indigenous Peoples’ Day

"Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be forced to defend the Catholic Church," Donovan thundered.

Strauss Plant Sent Back to Committee

Opponents of meat processing plant will have chance to object at second public hearing.

Group Opposes Meatpacking “Slaughterhouse”

Strauss Brands deal still expected to be approved. Could bring 500 jobs to Century City.

Healthy Meat Market Coming to N. 22nd St.

Carl Wesley will transform vacant building with Fresh 2 Fork concept.

Committee Approves $60 Million Century City Deal

City would give the Strauss Brands up to $4.5 million if it creates 500 jobs.