Milele A. Coggs is an alderwoman in the City of Milwaukee. She represents the 6th District.
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Southside Streetcar Study, Street Improvements Approved
Walker's Point would be targeted for expansion.
Jul 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan To Renovate Every City-Owned Home Gains Traction
Council now embraces Bauman proposal. Barrett's plan will include elements of it.
Jun 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Ordinance Could Remove Elected Officials
For undefined 'inefficiency' or 'neglect of duty.' Alders slam the proposal.
Jun 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Closes Gare-Bear’s On N. 27th St.
The tavern's liquor license renewal was denied after the owner determined to be indifferent to neighborhood concerns.
Jun 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Juneteenth Festivities Feature Many Events
It's the 50th anniversary of the first Juneteenth Day celebration in Milwaukee.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Hope Moses
Cafe Planned Along Beerline Trail
Plus: State approves Interstate 43 changes to accommodate trail expansion.
Jun 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bauman’s Demolition Moratorium Killed
Two council members whose districts would be most affected are strongly opposed.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Spend $100,000 To Argue Over $100,000
Fight between City Attorney Tearman Spencer and Common Council getting worse.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Millennials Report Addresses City’s Brain Drain
Report makes recommendations to stem the steady annual loss of young professionals.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Should Millions in Federal Aid Be Split Up By Aldermanic District?
Council members float idea that would allocate some of the money by district instead of citywide.
Jun 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Deshea Agee Leaving King Drive BID
Executive director leaving to pursue undisclosed new opportunity.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Vacant Building To Become Creative Hub
Tonda Thompson has big dreams for small building in Harambee.
May 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Vaccination Rate Below 20% in One Milwaukee Neighborhood
But your sewage doesn't lie, COVID-19 case rates are declining in the city.
May 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Housing for Human Trafficking Victims
Foundations for Freedom will offer emergency housing for women forced into sex work.
May 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Closes Junior’s Cocktail Lounge
After 22 police calls, $26,500 in COVID-19 fines and many neighbor complaints, council votes to shut down bar.
May 5th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Committee Amends Milwaukee Tool Deal
Reporting requirements on employee race, gender, residency and wages added.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Rick Banks Is A Man On A Mission
Friends describe a kind, committed man focused on giving back.
Apr 23rd, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
DPW To Test Smart Garbage Truck Technology
Could city fleet be used for reporting potholes and illegal dumping? Maybe.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Quality of Life Plan Will Guide Harambee Neighborhood
Effort will create shared vision for future of changing neighborhood.
Apr 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Must Decide How To Spend $405 Million
Latest federal COVID-19 stimulus plan creates pleasant challenge for mayor, council.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Suspend Street Lighting Fee
But property owners will need to pay at least once.
Apr 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Makes Street Name Changes Easier
New rule requires four-fifths of council to approve. Cesar Chavez Dr. extension next?
Apr 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Rejects Hawley Rd. Flood Settlement
Residents left soaked with costs after settlement agreement falls apart. Their attorney thinks it might cost even more to sue.
Mar 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Wants Ann Wilson Off Fire & Police Commission
9-6 vote against her reappointment. But they lack the authority to remove her.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Another Council Committee Opposes Wilson
Majority of council opposes Ann Wilson's reappointment to Fire & Police Commission.
Mar 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Group Fundraising for Vel Phillips Statue
Statue would be erected at state Capitol, the first person of color so honored.
Feb 19th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
It’s Official, Old World Third Will Be MLK Drive
Barrett and council members reflect on racial division and what the renaming symbolizes.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
FPC Members, City Attorney Blew Off Inspector General Interview Requests
Fallout and confusion from the Morales fiasco gets worse.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New City Health Commissioner Approved
Kirsten Johnson's appointment sails through council.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Disagrees on I-94 Expansion
Council once opposed it, but now wavering. Bauman blames disinformation by unions and WisDOT.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Old World Third St. Will Be MLK Drive
Council unanimously approves naming entire street to honor civil rights leader.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Anti-Displacement Grants Double in 2020
To prevent gentrification, 116 greater downtown homeowners received help with property taxes.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Cafe, Clinic Opening In Redeveloped King Drive Building
Bader Philanthropies backs creation of Sam's Place, new home for Shalem Healing.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Could Lose Control of Historic Preservation Commission
Bauman and council committee support council president appointing HPC members.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Deconstruction Firm Makes Progress
But citywide deconstruction requirement will again be suspended until March 2022.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Key Players Back Renaming Old World Third to MLK Drive
Westown Association, Mayor, all 15 council members back proposal. But there are complications.
Jan 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Gimbels Will Be “ThriveOn King”
$84.5 million MLK Drive project to have 77 apartments and offices for medical college and Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
Jan 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive
Extending Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. would correct an "injustice."
Jan 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
What Can City Do About Pension Crisis?
Milwaukee must find at least $90 million annually starting in 2023. All options are on the table.
Jan 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle
In unanimous vote, Milwaukee passes local version of CROWN Act.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayoral Veto, Wants Power To Fire Police Chief
Council wants Legislature to give it firing power. Mayor's veto of this fails.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.
Jan 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New City HR Director Impresses Alders
Makda Fessahaye's appointment as employee relations director wins unanimous committee approval.
Jan 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Moves to Ban Discrimination by Hairstyle
Proposal makes hairstyles a protected class alongside sex, religion, race.
Jan 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Coggs Continues to Lead Push for Enhanced Trauma-Informed Care
Alderwoman pushes for standardization in referrals with hopes of preventing future crime.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Rejects Ann Wilson’s FPC Reappointment
But even if council affirms rejection, Wilson could continue to serve.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Election Official Behind Milwaukee’s Recount
How Claire Woodall-Vogg got through an unprecedented election.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Nora Eckert
Vote No on COPS Grant
We don't want the grant today, tomorrow or next month.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Markasa Tucker
Council, Mayor Clash Over Police Grant
Nine council members blast Barrett, claiming he's not committed to police reform.
Dec 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Wants Control Over Police and Fire Chiefs
Seeking changes to state law to give city's elected officials control.
Dec 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Moves To Reject Federal COPS Grant
Means 30 fewer officers, leaving Milwaukee down by 150 officers in 2021.
Dec 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs Leon Todd to Lead FPC
Attorney gets council committee approval to run troubled Fire & Police Commission.
Dec 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Forest Home Library Not Historic, Alders Vote
Committee overturns historic designation for 1960s building, full council vote to come
Dec 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Dilapidated Building To Become Community Resource Hub
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Nov 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays on Federal COPS Grant
Would fund 30 positions, prevent more police reductions, but presents future fiscal issues.
Nov 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides One of Two Barrett Vetos
Veto of added funding for lead abatement program was overriden on 11-4 vote.
Nov 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Melissa Allen Planning Harambee Development
Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.
Nov 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Issues Two Budget Vetoes
Mayor targets funding source for lead abatement, neighborhood watch programs.
Nov 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plan To Replace MLK Library
City hoping fourth time's the charm for Martin Luther King Library.
Nov 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Troubles at Fire & Police Commission
12 staff vacancies, no director, three board vacancies. Committee grills Barrett aides for answers.
Nov 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
$1.6 Billion Adopted Budget Raises Fees, Cuts Police
City's fiscal challenges continue to mount under state restrictions, rising costs.
Nov 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Alders Want Police Chief Search Paused Following FPC Resignations
City struggles to find stability in police oversight body.
Nov 5th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Budget Amendment Would Move Milwaukee Towards “Vision Zero”
Proposal start of an effort to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
Oct 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Approves Over 20 Amendments To Milwaukee Budget
Amendments target violence prevention, housing, lead abatement and more.
Oct 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Almost Half of Budget Amendments Are Policy Footnotes
Footnotes call for a racial equity audit, benches in vacant lots, lead-safe property database and much more.
Oct 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Chief, Alderman Fight Over Use of Canines
Chief says it's an infrequently used safety tactic, Rainey say it's "barbaric."
Oct 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Survey Shows Police Perception Divided Along Racial, Economic Lines
Researcher says key takeaway is for MPD officers to exercise compassion in any interaction.
Oct 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Groups Propose Changes
Twelve groups invited to speak and push less spending on police and more on lead abatement, other programs.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Lose 30 More Police Officers
Federal grant rules could mean cutting 30 more than proposed cut of 120 cops.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Backs New Handling of 911 Calls
Wants MPD and FPC to develop approach where unarmed professionals handle non-violent social issues.
Oct 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City’s Ballot Boxes Getting Heavy Use
The 15 drop boxes for early voting getting heavy use. Poll worker recruitment going well.
Oct 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Boys & Girls Clubs Close 6 Locations
Families lost childcare following closures.
Oct 1st, 2020 by Matt Martinez
Council Okays Expanded King Dr. Business District
14-0 vote by Common Council. Neighborhood association had opposed it.
Sep 23rd, 2020 by Edgar Mendez
How Much Did DNC Cost Milwaukee?
Audit pending. Officials hope all security costs of convention are reimbursed by federal government.
Sep 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
120 Officer Cut May Be Just The Beginning
The Milwaukee Police Department will have fewer officers in 2021, but the question is how many?
Sep 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
$85 Million Bronzeville Project Now “ThriveOn Collaboration”
Project on track to open in early 2022.
Sep 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
A Future Vision for Villard Avenue
Plans call for protected bike lanes, new park, food halls and pet-friendly beer garden.
Sep 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
MLK Drive Business District Bullies Property Owners
Voices of property owners ignored in rush to expand business improvement district.
Sep 5th, 2020 by Fatima Laster
See All of Downtown Milwaukee’s New Murals
From otters to activists, Milwaukee is awash in new public art.
Sep 4th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Mural of Black Leaders Unveiled
New mural on 14th and Vliet depicts leaders young and old, alive and dead.
Aug 17th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Community Trust in Police Is Broken
Activists say police profiling and violence in communities of color must stop.
Aug 6th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Assessment Commissioner Keeps His Job
Once expected to face a close vote, Steve Miner gets council approval on 13-2 vote.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council’s Police Reform Wish List Grows
Council wants still more changes, but can only request Fire & Police Commission to enact them.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?
Different than Portland, continues past help, Chisholm and DeSiato explain.
Jul 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Coggs Wants To Increase Internet Access
Remote work and education has made internet access a necessity.
Jul 24th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Developers Will Rehab Locust St. Building
Buyers making jump from homes to commercial buildings, will rehab vacant 1875 building.
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Plumber Buying City Owned Property
City acquired 96-year-old building on Atkinson through tax foreclosure. Owner to rehab for office and apartment.
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
$1 Million For ‘Really Unique Project’
Headline: Journal Sentinel building from 1960s would become housing for MATC students.
Jul 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Might Fire Assessor Steve Miner
Assessment Commissioner finds little support from Judiciary & Legislation Committee.
Jul 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Spending Hours Reviewing Barrett’s Appointments
Plenty of praise and criticism for department heads, including Jeff Polenske and Jeanette Kowalik.
Jul 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Marlene Johnson-Odom Park Proposed
Committee approves naming children's park after council's longest serving woman and Black member.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Adopts Mask Mandate
Council unanimously adopts indoor and outdoor mandate. Goes into effect Thursday.
Jul 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Mask Mandate Passes Committee
Proposal would require masks indoors and outdoors, but with limited enforcement.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Black Members Blast Council President
Chevy Johnson won't take on 'status quo and complacency,' says former president Hamilton and six others.
Jul 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Election Commission Leader Barely Confirmed
Approved by 8-7 vote, with council members charging she lied during approval process.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
What Should Or Shouldn’t Be in Milwaukee Mask Mandate?
Council debates ordinance before its written.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Grilling, But Advancing Mayoral Appointees
Most being confirmed unanimously after long meetings.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Crump Wins Committee Support to Head DCD
New commissioner would serve in one of most visible, influential administration roles.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Election Director Appointee Pulls Out
Says she was working 18-hour days in worst year of her life and told to be less honest to be confirmed.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Jun 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
