Sequanna Taylor, member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
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Dontre Hamilton Memorial Proposed for Red Arrow Park
A Dontre Hamilton Memorial Bench would be installed in the downtown park.
Apr 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the District 5 School Board Candidates
Alex Brower and Jilly Gokalgandhi compete to replace outgoing school board director Larry Miller.
Apr 4th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Acting Police Chief Offers Frank Views
"I’m a Black man first,” Norman tells panel. "I will not tolerate any explicit biases."
Mar 22nd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Committee OK’s Funding for Emergency Mental Health Center
New crisis center is an important piece of the county's broader re-shuffling of psychiatric services.
Mar 19th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
How Milwaukeeans Helped Texas
In response to Texas crisis, local community effort raises money and delivers supplies.
Mar 4th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Board Rejoins WI Counties Association
Board had withheld membership dues in January but decides to rejoin group after WCA leaders offer assurances.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
After Prison, What Next?
How to handle the formerly incarcerated. Milwaukee town hall tackles the issue.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Resolution Cuts Pot Possession Fine to $1
Sup. Ortiz-Velez's county resolution will be mirrored by Glendale proposal, says Mayor Kennedy.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
County Supervisors Back $1 Pot Penalty
8 board members push plan slashing $500 penalty for possession.
Feb 6th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Committee Reviews Mental Health Emergency Center Plan
New facility in central city location partnering county with major health care providers.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Does the Wisconsin Counties Association Help Milwaukee?
Some county officials say no, and are pushing to withdraw from the group.
Jan 25th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Harriet Tubman Park Unveiled
County leaders see new park name as a commitment to representing Milwaukee's Black community.
Jan 7th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Board Adopts 2021 Budget
Tax levy increase of 0.59%, many amendments and delays to electric buses and hemp growing.
Nov 10th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Protest Shuts Down I-94 Freeway
Protests continued in city last week after Breonna Taylor decision.
Sep 28th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Board Approves Harriet Tubman Park
Wahl Park will be renamed for Tubman, and another park will likely be renamed for Wahl.
Sep 25th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Want Chokehold Ban Codified
Sheriff's Office does not oppose a chokehold ban, but has reservations about self-defense prohibition.
Sep 17th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Committee Approves Harriet Tubman Park
Proposal would rename Wahl Park on city's northwest side for famed abolitionist.
Sep 14th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
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
Frank Nitty Leads March from Milwaukee to Washington D.C.
750-mile march ends with Nitty speaking at rally on steps of Lincoln Memorial in front of thousands. Blake, Acevedo, Hamilton families also present.
Aug 29th, 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
This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality, Racial Injustice
This weekend there is a mural unveiling and a bike ride to celebrate Black lives.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Noise Pollution at Suburban Stadium?
Franklin's Rock Sports Complex is partly on county land. County proposal would study the noise level.
Jul 19th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Outdoor Civil Rights Museum Planned For Near West Side
Mural featuring current leaders is just first phase of broader plan from Mil Collective.
Jul 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Sup. Taylor Wants a Harriet Tubman Park
County board member pushing to rename Wahl Park on city's North Side.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Activists Clean Up Around Burned House As Questions Remain
Activists want more from police, police want cooperation from community
Jun 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Didn’t End Every Police Program
Three things to know about decision by Milwaukee School Board.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by Sam Woods
Milwaukee Public Schools Terminates Police Contract
Unanimous vote of the school board ends funding for school resource officers.
Jun 19th, 2020 by Madeline Fox
School Districts Consider Defunding Police
Madison, Green Bay, Milwaukee among districts that may end programs. Milwaukee school board votes Thursday.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Terry Falk
Many Milwaukee Leaders Support Protests
Community leaders, politicians release statements, Common Council calls for Milwaukee Police reforms.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Rainey Seeks Extension of Eviction Moratorium
Ald. Rainey is worried the state's rental assistance won't be enough.
May 29th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Nicholson Picks New Board’s Leaders
While new board chair rewarded some allies, some who opposed her retained positions.
May 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Up From 53206
New generation of leaders in their early 30's, Crowley, Nicholson, Johnson, all raised in poorest ZIP code.
Apr 28th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Nicholson Elected County Board Chairwoman
Marcelia Nicholson beats Willie Johnson, Jr. out for leadership of the county board.
Apr 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
New Board Sworn In at a Parking Lot
Nicholson and Johnson, Jr. vying for leadership position of County Board Chairperson.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
County Supervisors Push Free Bus Rides
Passengers could use side door, away from bus drivers, to protect them from getting virus.
Mar 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions
City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.
Feb 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
County Increases Spending on Voter Registration, Education
Residents on purge list will get notified, public information campaign will be launched.
Feb 7th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Crane Added to City Plan Commission
Menomonee Valley Partners deputy Catrina Crane has long worked on economic development.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Officials Urge Warming Centers to Open
Serve homeless whenever temperatures below freezing, say Supervisors Shea and Taylor.
Dec 11th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Proposal Lets County Workers Staff the Polls
Board supports employees getting paid time off to work at polling sites.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Safe Houses for Domestic Violence Victims Proposed
87% of victims request housing help. Proposal budgets $100,000 for temporary housing.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Revised Budget Saves More Transit
Board scrapes the barrel for funds to save bus routes, prevent various service cuts.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Backs Milwaukee Voting Rights Bill
Resolution calls for restoring voting rights to people on probation and parole.
Sep 27th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Supervisors Push Ex-Offender Voting Rights
Resolution calls for restoring the voting rights of people on parole or probation.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Lake Park Bridge Funding Secured
State funds will help restore Ravine Road Bridge, with some left over for Brown Deer Park.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
7 Numbers That Explain The Election
Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.
Apr 3rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Candidates for Supreme Court, School Board
Milwaukeeans will find at least three contested races on the ballot.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
County Picks Location for Youth Offender Facility
Northwest side facility planned as part of model program to reduce recidivism.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Allison Dikanovic
Home For a Lieutenant Governor?
Mandela Barnes' northwest-side condo was once part of segregated neighborhood.
Sep 14th, 2018 by Michael Horne
Labor Battle Looms at Airport
Service and hospitality workers for SSP America demand union vote, may call for picketing or a strike.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Urban Milwaukee Celebrates 10th Birthday
Crowd packs Pabst Brewery & Taproom for publication's 10th anniversary.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Urban Milwaukee
County Board Okays Pot Referendum
Hope is that advisory referendum will push state legislators to act.
May 25th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
It’s Always Christmas at Dale’s
Classic bar with Christmas and clown decorations, great soup, integrated clientele.
Dec 22nd, 2017 by Michael Horne
How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds
Conversion of old ice cream factory died many times before work could begin.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Brown Deer Park’s Road Saved
County changes plan to eliminate signature loop roadway in popular park.
Mar 24th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Will County Give Pension to State?
Board approves work group to study state takeover of pension system.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Chair Fights Park Road Closure
Abele would close Brown Deer Park road to expand golf driving range. Lipscomb not sold.
Jun 9th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Abele Quietly Changes Brown Deer Park
Circular road through park becomes dead end to create golf driving range.
May 5th, 2016 by Michael Horne
