Elected to four-year term on Milwaukee Common in 2024 in open race. Elected to two-year term on Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in 2022.
2020 candidate for 11th aldermanic district on Milwaukee’s Southwest Side. Was ultimately defeated by incumbent Mark Borkowski.
Campaign Finance Reports
2026 - January Continuing - $1,447 - 10 contributions
2020 - July Continuing - $2,546 - 4 contributions
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Should The Fire Department Use Smaller Vehicles?
It's tried, with limited success. The chief has a different idea.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Outsourcing, Overtime and a City Full of Potholes
Why Milwaukee can't catch up on filling potholes.
Sep 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Led By Dimitrijevic, Council Demands More Control Over Flock
Concerns about privacy, other issues with police use of cameras. Council could consider funding cuts.
Aug 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Union-Backed Berman Emerges As Democrats’ Pick In 1st District Race
United Auto Workers and key state Democrats lined up behind the ER nurse’s winning bid.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Officials Seek New Ways To Crack Down On Illegal Fireworks
Rising complaints, few citations and suburban sales fuel a renewed City Hall debate over enforcement.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Meredith Melland
Milwaukee Throws The Book at Illegal Sales of Tobacco, Alcohol, THC to Youths
City is now 'the most expensive place to sell harmful products to children' in the state.
Aug 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Kills Controversial Bar Proposal
Ava's on Van Buren will not replace Victor's.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Targets Airbnb Party Houses With Neighbor Notices and Registry
Council backs requirements while eyeing even more restrictions.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Rejects Mayor’s Fire & Police Oversight Nominee
Not about qualifications, but ideology says one council member.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Will Pursue Data Center Moratorium
Ald. Dimitrijevic leading council push for moratorium until regulations can be adopted.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Make It Easier To Identify Homes Listed on Airbnb
City grappling with limits of state regulations, attempting to improve transparency.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Deadlocks on Victor’s Replacement
Fractious committee meeting leaves fate of sports bar and eatery Ava's on Van Buren up to full council.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Four Congressional Primary Races to Watch in Wisconsin
Two pit Democrats against each other, two are Republican contests in Aug. 11 election.
Jul 20th, 2026 by Audrey Lopez-Stane and Zoey Elwood
Facing Major Cash Disadvantage, Burgelis Ends Congressional Campaign
Milwaukee alderman drops out-of-district bid, offers to support fundraising leader.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Suspends Liquor Sales at Magic Food Market
Northside corner store will continue food sales while working to address other issues.
Jul 14th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Moore Will Force Council Vote On High-Speed Police Chases
'We’re not going to allow people to die because we’re pursuing somebody for expired plates.'
Jul 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Makes First Move on Scooter Crackdown After Sidewalk Crash
Alders debate new speed limits, fines and the city’s contract with Lime as scooter use surges 26%.
Jul 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Push to Restore Swimmable Rivers
City joins international movement aiming to buoy safety, stewardship and recreation for local waterways.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Passenger Rail Advocates Gather in Milwaukee
High Speed Rail Alliance hosts event at Oriental Theatre.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New All-American Cruise Ship Calls on Milwaukee For First Time
American Cruise Lines hopes new vessel's regulatory advantage yields competitive edge.
Jun 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
What To Do About High-Speed Chases?
MPD, council, Fire & Police Commission at odds over policy. Ten deaths in past year.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Southside Club Could Reopen as Sports Bar
Seasoned entrepreneur Marcela Lechuga promises safer run for troubled tavern space.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Could Use Its New Police Oversight Authority For First Time
But police union is objecting to proposal to address killings involving officers.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Two Democrats Vie To Challenge State Treasurer John Leiber
Primary will decide who faces Wisconsin’s lone Republican constitutional officer in November.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Kirk Bangstad, Brett Hulsey, Others Fall Short of Ballot Requirements
333 people in state filed nomination papers. Some lacked enough signatures to run.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Alderman Complains of ‘Parking Chaos’ at Delivery-Focused Food Hall
'It's a zoo outside Paper Table,' complains neighboring business. Alders divided on issue.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee To Pay Over $500,000 To Couple Targeted By Swatting Campaign
Science fiction author alleges police became 'a tool of terror' as they repeatedly raided his home.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Officials Celebrate Beginning of Pride Month
County Executive, Mayor issue Pride Month proclamations at flag raising event.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Committee Endorses Third Street Tavern Replacement
Sports bar wins approval with new name, agent and assurance it's not a nightclub.
May 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Stadium Freeway Replacement Will Take Years More of Study
Initial study ends with an even costlier study required next.
May 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
LGBT Community Center Returns to Walker’s Point
A historic change and return home for nonprofit facing federal cuts.
May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Divided Council Reaches Deal on Leftover Federal Pandemic Funds
Twice-rejected proposal gets 10-5 vote of approval from full council.
May 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City of Milwaukee Will Again Fight We Energies on Rate Increase
Council says latest proposal harms residents, city.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
So Many Needs, So Few ARPA Dollars Left to Spend
A divided council can't decide how to spend remaining federal grant funds.
May 6th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Zamarripa Withdraws Ethics Complaint Against Ald. Chambers
Why? Is a separate city investigation ongoing?
May 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Department Claims To Be Planning Mass Arrests at Street Takeovers
MPD makes jokes, and possibly an example, out of ringleader it arrested.
May 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Severe Storms Push Milwaukee To Change Leaf And Street Sweeping Rules
Climate change, clogged drains and angry residents are driving DPW changes.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Peter Burgelis Officially Enters 1st District Congressional Race
Milwaukee Democrat hopes to beat GOP incumbent Bryan Steil in district he doesn't live in.
Apr 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Controversial Jackson Park Drive Construction Scheduled for July
Parkway reconstruction with new trail once drew ire of neighbors.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Council Adds Key Caveat To Mask Ban For ICE
Though proposal 'watered down,' alders say they're proud. Was a key group forgotten?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Taco Trucks Over Lack Of Running Water
La Guelaguetza will be off the streets for more than a week following multiple citations.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Alderman Peter Burgelis Exploring Run For Congress
But not for the district you would expect.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Suspends Liquor Sales at Controversial Store
After neighborhood complaints, Tittu Rehmat must suspend alcohol sales for 20 days.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, which health commissioner calls a ‘waste.'
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee To Become a ‘Sensory-Inclusive City’
How adding quiet and calming spaces could change city and attract tourists.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Pushes 60-Day Notice For Grocery Store Closings
Ordinance would require food retailers to warn city leaders. Is it enforceable?
Apr 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Hits Pause On Violence Prevention Pick After Grant Snub
Loss of a $2 million state grant deepens doubts about Karin Tyler and the future of the new department.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Okays Police Union Contract Despite Concerns About Costs
First-of-its-kind residency incentive could be expensive, warns alderman.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Freezes Council’s ICE Masking Legislation
Council is angry. 'This is pretty outrageous,' says alderman.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Fire Chief in Line For Huge Pay Increase Due to ‘Mistake’
Council decision led to 'enormous' raise for police chief, could benefit fire chief.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Moving To Block ICE From City Property
Third piece of 'ICE Out' package gets key endorsement.
Mar 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Opposes We Energies Data Center Plan
Ald. Dimitrijevic says proposal could leave ratepayers on the hook for new power plants.
Mar 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
License For Controversial Corner Store Will Return to Committee
Tittu Rehmat Food avoids 90-day suspension for now.
Mar 3rd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Did Milwaukee Just Make Itself A Sanctuary City?
City Attorney warns of Trump Adm. reaction as council passes 'ICE Out' proposal.
Mar 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee May Reduce Cost of Sprinkler Installation, Will It Matter?
City still seeking ways to save lives, improve safety of older apartment buildings.
Feb 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Continues Preparing for Possible ICE Surge
1,800 letter writers urge Common Council to sign ICE OUT proposals.
Feb 24th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes
Chambers, Zamarripa Trade Profanity, Barbs Over Policy
Blowup results in Pérez shaking up committee assignments. Could a censure be next?
Feb 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Announces ‘ICE Out Milwaukee’ Plan
Seeking to use 'every single city resource' to oppose possible ICE surge in Milwaukee.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Copies County Budgeting Rule
Under proposal departments must warn Common Council of upcoming deficit.
Feb 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Finds Young Users For Abandoned Motorcycles
Youth program will use abandoned dirt bikes, motorcycles for training.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Bill MPS Over Arcane State Law
City Attorney must provide legal services to MPS. Could it charge for this?
Jan 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Northwest Side Bar
Committee divided over shooting near bar; New Entertainers must close for 15 days.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Suspends Pink Agave
Bay View business accused of skirting health inspections.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Police Urge Caution Following ‘Surge’ in Dating-App Robberies
Police say suspects have been using Grindr to commit robberies, decline to provide data.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Southside Restaurant Saved From Closure
El Jalapeño will instead serve a 90-day suspension.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Latest Effort to Adopt New Milwaukee Flag Going Nowhere
Bureaucracy and confusion create a slow-moving comedy of errors.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances
But opposition could cost the city 'ginormously' more money, warns a veteran.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Deadly May Fire, Milwaukee Adds New Safety Requirements
More inspections, more data and changes that will impact landlords, tenants.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Entire Council Overrides Every Budget Veto by Mayor Johnson
Unanimous vote overrides all 7 vetoes, backs all alternations in mayor's budget.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Attanasio Has Never Developed Around Brewers Stadium
And why new report pushing an $800 million project could be irrelevant.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Marcus Center Problem Has Been 40 Years in the Making
City being asked to fund repairs to structure it doesn't own.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Miffed Mayor Issues 7 Budget Vetoes
Johnson unhappy with council amendments, calling one 'pointless and heartless.'
Nov 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?
Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?
Nov 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposed Ordinance Targets Unsanctioned Nightclubs
City leaders say legal loophole allows nightclubs in private event venues.
Nov 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Marks Up Mayor’s 2026 Budget, Adds Services, Pay Raises
Proposal now subject to Cavalier Johnson's veto pen.
Nov 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Unusual Partnership Leads To New Amenities in Jackson Park
Flood plain project yields new space for pickleball.
Nov 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Council Spends More Than Nine Hours Debating Budget Amendments
Testy meeting lines up more library hours, raises, fire truck funding.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman, State Allies Seek Federal Help to Kill the Streetcar
Ald. Spiker makes a federal case out of stopping The Hop.
Oct 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Extending Hours For Downtown Parking Meters
It could also add more areas with variable pricing.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Moving to Enact Reckless Driving Towing Plan
But proposal could be delayed in Madison.
Oct 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Recommends Closing ELMNT Lounge
Milwaukee Common Council will take a final vote next month.
Oct 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar
Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Cherry Street Bridge Reconstruction Is Millions Over Budget
But city says it is still saving money. How?
Oct 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Has a Fire Truck Problem
Milwaukee may soon need to dial 911 to replace its fire trucks.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Takes Major Step To Delay Mayor’s Wheel Tax Increase
Finance committee members charge mayor created budget hole he is asking council to solve.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Rainbow Crosswalks Mark Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ History
Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project leads installation.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Michael Horne
Council Might Pump Brakes on Mayor’s Proposed Wheel Tax Increase
Finance chair says delaying vote gives city residents a voice.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Revokes License of Southside Bar After Drug Discovery
Owner facing federal charges.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Stolen Gun Leads City to Suspend Harambee Convenience Store
Safety concerns lead to unanimous council vote against Third Street Quick Mart.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee, Police Union Battle Over Contract
Millions of dollars apart with charges and counter charges getting uglier.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Will Provide Cash For Some Homeowners’ Flood Repairs
Proposal cobbles together funds to help low-income owners make repairs.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Waive Permit Fees For Owner-Occupied Homes Flood Repair
Proposal aims to reduce costs of rebuilding after 1,000-year storm.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Votes to Close Tavern After Brawl Involving Hundreds
Unanimous vote against renewing King Drive tavern license after 'huge blunder.'
Sep 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Supervisors Support Age Restriction For THC Derivatives
Sup. Eckblad's proposal pushes local suburbs to adopt Milwaukee rules.
Sep 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Signs Housing Legislation, Praises Late Jonathan Brostoff
'Honey Badger' alderman was champion of affordable housing effort.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Adopts Growing MKE Plan
Now known as 'Housing Element,' plan aims to fight off gentrification, create 'missing middle' housing.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Lengthy Debate, Council Legalizes Carriage Homes
Did Milwaukee just eliminate single-family zoning?
Jul 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Implement Age Restriction For Hemp-Derived THC
Delta-8 and similar products do not currently have age restrictions.
Jul 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
