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Negotiating Milwaukee’s Police, Fire Contracts Gets Messy
'Sloppy' says a council member as city cycles through labor negotiator nominees.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Offers Police Officers $10,000 To Switch to MPD
City struggles to attract new officers while facing state requirement to hire more.
Nov 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Southside Steakhouse Becoming Colombian Restaurant
Asadero Fiesta Garibaldi will reopen as Fiesta Columbia, with new owner, menu and hours.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Boosts Road Repair In Adopting 2025 Milwaukee Budget
City services maintained through increases to property taxes and fees.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Honors Jonathan Brostoff, Terry Witkowski in Somber Meeting
City lost alderman and former alderman on same day this week.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes
Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee To Issue More Parking Tickets at Higher Prices in 2025
Strategy part of effort to fund other city services, improve parking access. But is it a stealth way to fund The Hop?
Oct 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Taste of the Gateway’ Highlights Restaurants Near Airport With Discounts
Dining deal offers $10 discounts at select restaurants near the airport on Oct. 23 and 24.
Oct 18th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers
Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
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.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Punta Cana Bar Reopening After 72-Day Suspension
Fights, a shooting and other violations led to months-long closure for new bar.
Sep 26th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag
Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.
Sep 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Fast Food and Convenience Store Approved For North Avenue
Power Hour Depot to sell quick meals and groceries in Washington Park neighborhood.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections
Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students
Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Owners Take Over Coach’s Pub on South Side
Married couple took over the southside sports bar in early August, with plans to continue 'business as usual.'
Aug 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Gives Bay View Dessert Shop 15-Day Suspension
Gordo's Bubble Waffles will remain closed through Aug. 13.
Aug 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Closes Jack’s Executive Bistro
Security-involved shooting was final straw for the nightclub on Villard Avenue.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Mayors Offer Plea To Republicans For Federal Support
Cavalier Johnson joined by Miami mayor and National League of Cities leader, among others.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Attempt To Expand Disorderly Conduct Fine, Ban Bump Stocks Before RNC Fails
Council members concerned about unintended consequences.
Jul 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks
Newly-relegalized gun modifier allows them to be fired at a speed compared to machine guns.
Jul 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority
Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Large Milwaukee Buildings Will Be Required To Conduct Energy Benchmarks
Simply tracking the data expected to trigger process that cuts energy use by 2.4% per year.
Jun 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Can City Close Infinity Lounge?
Council votes to close troubled nightclub, but bar is already challenging suspension in court.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Election Commission Director Approved
Paulina Gutierrez has strong support of mayor, council president and commission staff.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Brady Street Qdoba
Fast-casual restaurant suspended for 10 days; customer reported finding a razor blade inside burrito.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
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.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy
Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Moves Forward With Audits of MPS
MPS board member says $1.5 billion budget will get passed this week.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Effort To Ban Guns From Area Around RNC Fails
Ald. Robert Bauman wanted to challenge state law, but his colleagues demur.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Happy With New Election Chief
'You are honestly one of the smartest people I have ever met,' says one alderman.
Jun 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Calls For Delaying MPS Referendum Implementation
Scott Spiker wants MPS to delay increasing taxes as approved in spring referendum.
Jun 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Resigns After Closed-Session Meeting
School district is in jeopardy of losing millions in state and federal dollars.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess and Evan Casey
Council Temporarily Bans Late-Night Dining at 27th Street Denny’s
'People fighting over french fries, it's not an alcohol-infused environment,' says alderman.
May 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council At Odds On Committee Assignments
But Pérez pledges to install Ald. Pratt as a vice chair within six months.
May 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized
Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.
Apr 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, City Officials Celebrate Inauguration
'When you go into public service, you should feel the weight and responsibility.'
Apr 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Denies License For Seafood Restaurant
El Paraiso Restaurant Bar will not open on the South Side.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Vietnamese Restaurant Will Open Soon
Plus: Ramadan eats, Space Time's new cafe and the Brewery District gets a grocery store.
Mar 17th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Street Would Be Named For Former Alderman Terry Witkowski
Plus: An honorary street name for William Stark in front of Milwaukee's oldest Black church.
Mar 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?
Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?
Feb 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race
County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras
Mayor Johnson, County Executive Crowley say cameras are proven tool for addressing reckless driving.
Feb 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Solar Arrays Will Help Milwaukee Hit 25% Renewable Energy Goal
Arrays near airport help city meet 2025 goal, but alders want tougher rules for We Energies.
Feb 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Raises For Elected Officials, Administrators
Vote was 9-6. Elected officials will get 15% hike, non-elected leaders even more.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Elected Officials Pay Hike Wins First Endorsement, Opposition
Multi-million dollar proposal also includes raises for dozens of department, division leaders.
Jan 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Starts On 27th Street Garden Apartments
"Condo-like" complex with 24 units will add upscale housing to undeveloped southside site.
Jan 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Vetoes Controversial Insurance Partnership
Council narrowly endorsed idea, only for Mayor Cavalier Johnson to kill initiative.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Treegate Is Over, Milwaukee Will Pick Up Christmas Trees
"We hear you," says DPW after frustration aired by residents, council members.
Dec 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Adopts 2024 Milwaukee Budget
Mayor Johnson attempted to lower property tax increase using federal grant.
Nov 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor’s Veto Reduces Property Tax
Cavalier Johnson issues single veto, replacing small tax hike with federal grant money.
Nov 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Development Coming To S. 27th Street
Not a "boilerplate strip mall" says architect.
Nov 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving
Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Full Legalization of Scooters Ends Up In City Budget
But it doesn't mean it immediately goes into effect.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
2024 Milwaukee Budget Increases Services, Taxes
New sales tax allows city to avoid drastic cuts, but comes at a cost.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Taste of the Gateway Returns For 4th Year
Dining deal offers $10 discounts at select restaurants near the airport on Oct. 18 -19.
Oct 17th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski
Three candidates now seeking to replace outgoing alderman.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Micro Hospital Takes Shape Near Airport
For-profit company developing small hospital at 20th and Layton.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power
Deal that gave Milwaukee a 2% sales tax also stripped Fire & Police Commission of much of its authority.
Jul 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Jul 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions
If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.
Jun 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax
And blasts state policy restrictions while insisting tax is far from a 'Milwaukee bailout.'
Jun 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets
Prior practice was "terrible" says Bay View alderwoman.
Jun 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Food Truck Restrictions Approved
Time limits, distance minimums, other rules target bad actors, say sponsors Brostoff and Zamarripa.
May 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Assessment Error Costs Milwaukee $750,000
AT&T building was given improper tax bill after 2021 sale. Whoops.
May 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Can Tow New Group of Repeat Reckless Drivers
City enacting its part of state law change. But how big of a loophole does the policy have?
May 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Dr. T Confirmed As Health Commissioner
Michael Totoraitis is the new leader of city health department.
May 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Pérez Shakes Up Council Committees
Changes after new members added: Ald. Scott Spiker gets his first gavel, Zamarripa loses hers.
Apr 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Ban TikTok
Security-driven decision could end free advertising medium for public library and other uses by city.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Recommends $16 Million For New Downtown Park
To be called Vel R. Phillips Plaza. Plus $6 million for other projects.
Apr 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Brady Street Hotel Design Approved
The 11-story building would be only hotel between Downtown and Glendale.
Apr 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Participating In “No Mow May” Will Require Registration
Ald. Dimitrijevic leads Milwaukee in adopting bee-friendly program.
Mar 23rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Bar Licensing Issues Causes Council Floor Fight
Milwaukee's recent court losses on tavern suspensions causing mounting frustratiion.
Mar 22nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Slaps Infinity Lounge With 60-Day Suspension
Complaints of noise, violence, litter and alleged strippers plague Sherman Park bar.
Mar 21st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
City Faces Problems With 911 Call Center?
Millions spent, repeated delays and hours of closed door meetings suggest a problem launching system.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Strongly Supports Northwestern Mutual Deal
City would provide $30 million subsidy for $500 million tower redevelopment.
Mar 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Overhauling Night Parking Permits
New process is "more friendly" says Alderman Brostoff. Adds options, flexibility.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%
Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
MPD Needs To Add 11 Officers Says Staffing Study
But police department also needs to create 116 new civilian positions, reallocate officers.
Feb 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Helicopter Tours Spark Frustration, New Flight Path
Ald. Scott Spiker negotiates new flight path. Company offers unique way to see city.
Feb 23rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium
No new e-cigarette stores until August. City must now craft a regulatory framework.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual To Create Second Glassy Tower With $500 Million Investment
Company will completely overhaul existing building, create pedestrian street and relocate Franklin employees to Downtown.
Feb 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks To Limit New Vape Shops
But questions abound on the legality and strategy of any bans or limits.
Feb 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?
Chief judge expresses doubt, but progress is being made and hope remains.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves New Youth Prison in Milwaukee
Replacement for troubled Lincoln HIlls facility doesn't come without objections.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Bernadette Karanja Named Milwaukee’s Chief Equity Officer
Longtime city workforce leader is new CEO of improving racial and equity outcomes.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Youth Prison Wins Key Endorsement
Despite objections from neighbors, zoning committee supports new facility on northwest side.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Ascension Hospital’s Plan To Close Labor and Delivery Unit Criticized
City officials condemn this. It leaves 'no labor and delivery services" on city's South Side.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Snow Plowing Could Take Longer This Winter
City faces staff shortage, changing strategies to improve service on residential side streets.
Dec 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Members, DCD and Citizens Panel At Odds Over Affordable Housing
Confusion, disagreements over how to spend federal pandemic funds on housing projects.
Dec 7th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Creates Bronzeville Development Zone
To spur development, limit chain businesses. Plus: a recap of week's real estate news.
Dec 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Vacant Building Could Be Hub for Entrepreneurs
Foreclosed office building at 76th and Capitol would see new life.
Nov 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Perez Gives New Committee Assignments
Newly-elected alders get their first assignments. But others still doing double duty.
Nov 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes
Actions finalize 2023 budget with no cuts to libraries or fire department.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Closes Penthouse Lounge
After seven-item police report, Common Council votes for non-renewal of northside bar.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor’s Office Adds ‘Vision Zero’ Czar
Newly-created position will coordinate citywide effort to eliminate traffic deaths.
Nov 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Reverses Cuts, Raises Fees In Adopting 2023 Milwaukee Budget
But police will still see service reduction and drastic cuts will come in future years without changes at state level.
Nov 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Discrimination Lawsuit Will Cost City $400,000
Council grumbles but okays settlement. 'A very bitter pill to swallow,' says Ald. Murphy.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Beefing Up Negotiation Team In Advance of Public Safety Contract Talks
Funding comes from City Attorney's Office.
Oct 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
