Mark Chambers, Jr.

Resignation of Fire and Police Commission chair, vice-chair a huge loss for Milwaukee

Statement from members of the Common Council: JoCasta Zamarripa, Mark Chambers, Jr., Jonathan Brostoff, Robert J. Bauman, Lamont Westmoreland, Mark A. Borkowski, José G. Pérez, Scott Spiker, and Marina Dimitrijevic

Northside Nightclub Gets 20-Day Suspension

Eve Lounge, on 62nd and Fond du Lac, will be closed through July 30.

Common Council Approves 2% Milwaukee Sales Tax

But members blast policy provisions state is imposing. Mayor says vote was equal to one to create city in 1846.

Wild Wednesdays at Milwaukee Public Library

The first WILD Wednesday will be hosted on Wednesday, July 12, from 4-6 p.m

Council, Mayor At Odds On City Lobbying

Council members feel they were left out of state revenue deal, want more control over city lobbyists.

Rusty Bolts Will Cost City $50,000

Plus: City settles lawsuit with McDonald's franchisee and reduces Hal Leonard's property taxes.

Joint Statement on SCOTUS college admissions ruling

From all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Milele A. Coggs, Andrea M. Pratt, Mark Chambers, Jr., Jonathan Brostoff, Robert J. Bauman, Lamont Westmoreland, Khalif J. Rainey, JoCasta Zamarripa, Larresa Taylor, Michael J. Murphy, Mark A. Borkowski, José G. Pérez, Scott Spiker, Marina Dimitrijevic, and Russell W. Stamper, II

Joint town hall meeting to discuss sales tax proposal set for July 6

City employees asked for ideas to generate new revenue

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

Following Stripper Video, Jack’s Executive Bistro Gets 20-Day Suspension

Northwest side bar and restaurant will close for most of July after 'stripper party' video surfaces.

Council adopts resolution directing departments to explore new methods of generating revenue

Council Approves New Northside Bar

New owners to open Dragons' Place, replacing The Stage at 72nd and Fond du Lac.

City Could Regulate Airbnb, Other Services

Short-term rentals have proliferated beyond Downtown, but no public database of who is participating exists.

City to raise Juneteenth Flag in advance of holiday festivities

City offices to be closed for first time in recognition of Juneteenth

Milwaukee Will Ban Most New Vape Shops

City zoning code change aims to deter teens from using tobacco.

Milwaukee Has Very Ambitious Climate and Jobs Plan

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic and ECO director Erick Shambarger seek to transform the city.

Will Common Council Approve Sales Tax?

State deal requires two-thirds vote of council. Seven of 15 members have expressed concerns.

Municipal Court Cancels Alternatives Contract, Sparks Controversy

Opponents say the change could hurt vulnerable defendants, increase incarceration.

Joint Statement on Sales Tax Agreement

From members of the Common Council: Milele A. Coggs, Mark Chambers, Jr., Russell W. Stamper, II, Larresa Taylor, Andrea M. Pratt, Khalif J. Rainey and Lamont Westmoreland

Food Trucks Face New Restrictions

Proposal includes downtown time limit and ban on operating within 50 feet of a restaurant.

Horrific crash takes 4 lives, injures 2 others

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. May 15, 2023

Two teens die in shootings just days apart

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. May 10, 2023

City May Close Libraries, Cut 25% of Police and Fire Departments

Milwaukee faces $156 million fiscal cliff without state help.

Pérez Shakes Up Council Committees

Changes after new members added: Ald. Scott Spiker gets his first gavel, Zamarripa loses hers.

City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park

Its plan for Vel R. Phillips Plaza is to create new gathering spot for Westown.

New, “More Friendly” Milwaukee Night Parking Permits Available

New permit structure is easier in three key ways.

Work Starts on Redeveloping 150 Vacant Homes

Homes MKE aims to create new homeowners, improve neighborhoods.

Guns, Drugs Cited As City Closes Chambers St. Store

Common Council votes unanimously to close Chamber East Food Market.

New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause

Andrea Pratt, Lamont Westmoreland and Larresa Taylor join first full council in 17 months.

Milwaukee Could Ban TikTok

Security-driven decision could end free advertising medium for public library and other uses by city.

Pratt, Westmoreland and Taylor Win Council Seats

Andrea Pratt defeats David Bowen by very slim margin.

Milwaukeeans: Take advantage of early voting options

More than $500,000 in grants awarded to food pantries citywide

City Will Sue Kia, Hyundai Over Repeated Thefts

City looking for 'payback' stemming from 'destruction' wrought by theft epidemic.

Council approves measure that could lead to city lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai

City Overhauling Night Parking Permits

New process is "more friendly" says Alderman Brostoff. Adds options, flexibility.

Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%

Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.

Alderman Chambers to meet with DPW commissioner about snow and ice removal issues

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. February 27, 2023

Wisconsin Supreme Court ‘dark store’ decision a huge win for state’s taxpayers, municipalities

Statement from Milwaukee Common Council Members Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, and Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.

New Vape Shop Will Beat City’s Ban

Temporary moratorium on new shops will begin Feb. 25. New shop on Ogden coming.

Prescription for help: Looming closing of key Walmart location spurs Wellness Event

Alderman Chambers urges affected pharmacy customers to explore options

Black History Month Power Hour networking event to close out February

Early Voting Push Underway For Spring Primary

Early voting runs through Saturday.

Council adopts file to bolster traffic calming installations

Walmart Shuttering Silver Spring Drive Store

Timmerman Plaza store will close by March 10.

Joint Statement on Death of Milwaukee Police Officer

From Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium

No new e-cigarette stores until August. City must now craft a regulatory framework.

Council Approves Temporary Moratorium To Slow Proliferation of Vape Shops

News Release from Alderman Jonathan Brostoff

Supervisor Says Republicans Planning Incentives for Consolidated City, County Government

Conervative Deanna Alexander described a specific plan that would "reward the entities for consolidating."

City, GMC Kick Off Study of City Operations

Study will have price tag in the hundreds of thousands, but who is the mystery firm doing it?

Council Approves New Youth Prison in Milwaukee

Replacement for troubled Lincoln HIlls facility doesn't come without objections.

City, County Will Study Merging Services

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos pushing for this as prerequisite for more shared revenue for Milwaukee.

Help keep our community safe amid harsh winter weather

Joint statement from: Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Common Council President José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey 

Perez Gives New Committee Assignments

Newly-elected alders get their first assignments. But others still doing double duty.

Council Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes

Actions finalize 2023 budget with no cuts to libraries or fire department.

Fatal fires provide a stark reminder about fire safety

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.

N. 5th St. Will Be Renamed for Dr. William Finlayson

Black OBGYN doctor was trailblazer in Milwaukee.

Mark Chambers, Jr. Wins Aldermanic Seat Last Held By Cavalier Johnson

State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff also wins seat on Common Council.

When Will Nikiya Dodd Resign?

Alderwoman returns after six-week absence, declines to answer any questions from press.

2nd District Common Council Race

Ballard vs Chambers in race to represent city district formerly held by Cavalier Johnson.

Who Will Run To Replace Hamilton and Lewis?

Four of 15 Common Council seats are vacant or due to be. Is Rep. David Bowen running?

Chambers vs. Ballard For Common Council Seat

Chambers gets 60% of vote in three-way primary to fill mayor's former council seat.

2022 Milwaukee County Primary Election Results

Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, a State Assembly seat and a council race.

2nd District Common Council Race

Three candidates vying to fill Cavalier Johnson's former Common Council seat.

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

Ieshuh Griffin Booted From Ballot In Two Aldermanic Races

Griffin attempted to run to replace both Cavalier Johnson and Nik Kovac.

Mark Chambers Jr. Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee Common Council

Chambers running to fill vacated 2nd District seat of Mayor Chevy Johnson

Three Candidates Running To Replace Cavalier Johnson On Council

Including one candidate that just challenged Johnson for mayor.