Milele A. Coggs

Common Council adopts resolution expanding the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit to feature workshops, vendors, special keynote, and much more

Niche Book Bar Opens in Bronzeville

A neighborhood welcome for new book store, which will soon add a wine program.

Broad Coalition Opposes New Immigration Enforcement Facility

City, county and state officials, community and business leaders condemn ICE proposal.

New Buyer Emerges For Long-Vacant Church

City has tried multiple times to sell former Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2025 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?

Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.

Local 3rd Graders to Participate in Common Council Meeting on December 17

Students selected as winners of Alderperson for a Day Essay Contest

What’s In The 18 Footnotes Added To Milwaukee’s Budget?

See Common Council members' ideas to make city government better serve the public.

Public Input Sought for Nominees for City’s 2025 Black History Month Campaign

Will Trump Kill Milwaukee Street Upgrades and EV Projects?

At stake are at least 5 federal grants to city worth $99 million; will Trump claw back money?

Report Finds Lauded Real Estate Program Could Improve

ACRE has helped reduce racial disparities, but needs more mentoring, WPF finds.

Council Rejects Mayor’s Vetoes, Finalizes 2025 Budget

In less than 5 minutes, council restores money for its operations and for road repair.

Negotiating Milwaukee’s Police, Fire Contracts Gets Messy

'Sloppy' says a council member as city cycles through labor negotiator nominees.

Milwaukee Offers Police Officers $10,000 To Switch to MPD

City struggles to attract new officers while facing state requirement to hire more.

Mayor Johnson Signs Brostoff’s Final Legislation Into Effect

Johnson pushes for everyone to follow in late alderman's forward-thinking spirit.

Walgreens closures continue – MLK and Hadley store to close in early December

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs November 13, 2024

Mayor, Common Council Overhauling Housing Authority Board

Four new HACM board members coming in, acting president on the way out.

Alderwoman Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at improving services, supporting residents

Statement on the passing of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff

From Common Council Members: José G. Pérez, Andrea M. Pratt, Mark Chambers, Jr., Robert J. Bauman, Lamont Westmoreland, Milele A. Coggs, DiAndre Jackson, JoCasta Zamarripa, Larresa Taylor, Sharlen P. Moore, Peter Burgelis, Scott Spiker, Marina Dimitrijevic, Russell W. Stamper, II

Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes

Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.

Alert Neighbor Program application window is now open

Despite Mayor’s Objections, Council Reallocates More Than $4 Million

But the big question remains - how will council spend its transformation fund?

Milwaukee’s Cruise Ship Dock More Than Doubled In Cost, Is It Worth It?

Port says yes, at least one council member says no.

Support our democracy by becoming a poll worker!

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Council Members Skeptical of Employ Milwaukee’s Financial Health

But Mayor's chief of staff says its a rumor that has been "greatly exaggerated."

Council Could Send People’s Flag To April Referendum

But the multi-step process is off to a rocky start.

Design Concepts Revealed For Downtown Sculpture Honoring Vel Phillips

Public will be able to sit in a bronze version of Phillips' desk, contemplate her legacy.

Ahead of Biden Visit, Council, DPW Officials Question Efficacy of Replacing Lead Pipes

Data suggests that tackling paint, not water, might reduce lead poisoning faster.

6th District budget town hall meeting happening tomorrow

Officials Admit RNC Issues, But Say Event Was Success

Hotel revenue surged and AT&T spent millions but some businesses say it was a bust.

Alderwoman Coggs invites public to the 2024 Doors Open Milwaukee Event

Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag

Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.

Get #VoteReady on National Voter Registration Day

Joint statement from Common Council Members: Jonathan Brostoff, JoCasta Zamarripa, José G. Pérez, Marina Dimitrijevic, DiAndre Jackson, Lamont Westmoreland, Scott Spiker, Peter Burgelis, Russell W. Stamper, II, Sharlen Moore, Robert J. Bauman, Andrea M. Pratt, Milele A. Coggs, Mark Chambers, Jr., and Larresa Taylor

Mural contains hurtful, divisive words and images

Statement of Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman,  Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

File introduced seeking ability to regulate or prohibit for-profit institutions of higher learning

Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections

Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.

Lawsuit Filed Against City Housing Authority Over College Court Conditions

Common Ground takes its case to court to try to get rid of bed bugs, other pests.

Milwaukee Wins $15 Million To Build EV Chargers At 53 Locations

Federal grant follows a 2023 visit by Biden to promote Milwaukee-made electric chargers. But city's EV buying is slow.

Bronzeville takes center stage at the DNC

Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs August 22, 2024

13th Annual Bronzeville Week a Resounding Success

A Record Year For Honorary Street Names

Pastors, community leaders, mathematicians and former politicians are being recognized.

Bronzeville Week home stretch includes focus on art, entertainment and more

Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education

‘Mini Roundabouts’ Planned for Holton, 51st Streets

Traffic lights would be replaced by small roundabouts aimed at reducing speeding.

Bronzeville Week continues with events focused on wellness, arts and more

Bronzeville Week 2024 begins this weekend

Council Kills Streetcar’s ‘Festivals Line’

Improved access to lakefront came with delay for other riders.

Bronzeville Week 2024 features new events, returning favorites

Full schedule includes variety of family-friendly events highlighting wellness, arts, local businesses and more

Riverwest 24 Bike Race returns with fun amid competition

Council members seeking information on fatal shooting during RNC, details on convention-related arrests, economic impact

Council file seeks details on how Project 2025 might affect Milwaukee

A very public concern about private parties

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Local artists encouraged to submit entries for 2024 Bronzeville Artwalk

Attempt To Expand Disorderly Conduct Fine, Ban Bump Stocks Before RNC Fails

Council members concerned about unintended consequences.

Proposal Asks City to Adopt ‘People’s Flag’

Ald. Peter Burgelis leads new push to replace what's been called one of the worst city flags in America.

High Stakes, Low Turnout Special Election Tuesday

State senate race pits Dora Drake vs. LaKeshia Myers to replace Lena Taylor.

Vel Phillips Plaza Opens To Great Fanfare

Downtown's new "front door" honors civil rights pioneer, trailblazer.

Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority

Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.

Council Hates For-Profit College, But Approves It Anyway

Threat of lawsuit a factor as Arizona College of Nursing seeks to open on West Side.

City Government Could Launch a Daycare

Proposal for new perk aims to help city retain and attract employees.

Locust Street Festival returns to Riverwest this Sunday

Protected Bike Lanes For Lake Drive Raise Ire of Neighbors

Despite vehement objections in raucous meeting, committee approves plan.

Call for vendors goes out for the Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

Fire started in vacant house catches occupied home next door on fire

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs May 22, 2024

Statement on proposed state task force on missing/murdered African American women and girls

Statement of Milwaukee Common Council members: Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs,  Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Public Works Committee to review communication from DPW on street light grid repair and replacement

Council At Odds On Committee Assignments

But Pérez pledges to install Ald. Pratt as a vice chair within six months.

Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized

Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.

Ald. Coggs introduces file to discuss recent property assessments

Council, City Officials Celebrate Inauguration

'When you go into public service, you should feel the weight and responsibility.'

Council President Jose Perez Reelected

Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.

New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History

The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.

Council Bids Farewell To Alders Murphy, Borkowski and Rainey

Trio leaves, but not before singing, doing impersonations and issuing a challenge.

New street signs arrive to honor Dr. Lester Carter

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II April 5, 2024

Diverse Common Council set to make history

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

2024 Spring Election Results

MPS referendum and county exec, mayor, Common Council and County Board races all on ballot.

City Could Begin Rejecting Liquor Licenses In Areas With ‘Concentrated Poverty’

Proposal aims to arm council with legally-defensible metrics to block new liquor stores, bars.

Meet the Candidates For City Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Exhibit honoring female Council members comes to City Hall

After Deadly Shooting, Council Tightens Requirements For Security Guards

Ordinance passed Tuesday requires security personnel to be licensed, bonded and insured.

Ald. Coggs seeks details and repair plans to address city’s streetlight outage problems

City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer

Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.

Women’s History Month to be celebrated during Council meeting on March 19

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit

Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.

Council Suspends Southside Bar After Man With Illegal Drugs Shot

Primo's Place, on 16th and Grant, will be closed from March 8 through April 6.

City of Milwaukee Black History Month to Conclude with Festivities Scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 27

Registration now open for 14th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall

Quilts on display at City Hall reflect fabric of Black Culture and History

Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building

Five Points Lofts, first proposed in 2020, is finally becoming reality.

By Demolishing Homes, Milwaukee Hopes To Revive Neighborhoods

City hopes to raze 180 houses this year, but how long will neighborhoods take to revive?

City of Milwaukee celebrates Black History Month with public information campaign, networking event and more

City Won’t Fully Regulate Airbnb In Milwaukee

Mayor's staff recommends letting status quo stand, council wants more discussion.

Jewels Caribbean is Temporarily Closed

Committee members cite police report, patrons smoking pot, 'troubling' remarks by owners. Business can reopen Feb. 6.

Nominations For the 2024 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award Are Now Being Accepted

6th District Difference Makers Honored for Community Betterment