Content referencing William Sosnay
Milwaukee Reaches The Hard Part of Demolishing Northridge Mall
Demolition nearly complete for former Boston Store.
May 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall
On-site security, board ups and next, a very long fence.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Takes Ownership of Northridge Mall
Judge grants city property via tax foreclosure.
Jan 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Displeased By City’s Northridge Curveball
But not surprised, it seems. 'I told you so,' says Sosnay of city's foreclosure move.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Expects to Take Northridge In Foreclosure, Demolish Mall
'Checkmate' says alderman of mall owners missing the foreclosure redemption date.
Jan 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court
Federal funds, long anticipated, provide major boost to city's redevelopment effort.
Dec 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
MFD Says There Were At Least 7 Recent Fires At Abandoned Northridge Mall
Security removed after Phoenix Investors walked away from buying property.
Nov 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits
Plus: Trespassing has returned to vacant property.
Sep 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall
Phoenix Investors had secured the troubled property, but city opposed its redevelopment plans.
Jul 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Mall Lawsuit Keeps Dragging On
Will it ever be razed? New issues add to legal mess while city awaits appeals court ruling.
Jun 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Court Could Effectively Block Northridge Sale To Phoenix Investors
Judge indicates he could transfer title to city after appeals court ruling. Chinese owners reveal their original intent for property.
Apr 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Firm Wants To Buy Northridge From Chinese Owners
But is it just a stall tactic? City thinks so.
Mar 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Bids To Demolish Portion of Northridge Mall
Move comes in advance of hearing to acquire and demolish the entire complex.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Reverses Course, Approves Northridge Menards Self Storage
Multiple city committees balked at proposal in 2022. Why the reversal?
Feb 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Lounge Can Remain Open Pending Lawsuit Outcome
Council had voted to close bar, but owner appealing decision.
Feb 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie Bolich
City Asks Judge To Seize Northridge Mall From Chinese Owners
City of Milwaukee says it has identified funding sources to demolish mall.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Doesn’t Have Money To Raze Northridge Mall
It could cost $15 million. And Chinese investment group won't demolish it.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Rules Northridge Demolition Should Proceed, Despite Appeal
But will it? Mall remains unsecured and derelict.
Nov 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Owner Appeals, Blocks Demolition Order
2019 court case continues to drag on. Mall has been closed since 2003.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished
Ruling is a win for city, but issues remain with demolishing building.
Oct 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Unsecured, Owners Face $26,000 In Fines
Fine will increase if problems not addressed. Final hearing scheduled for Oct. 3.
Sep 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Holds Northridge Mall Owners In Contempt, Issues $2,000 Daily Fine
Chinese ownership group given until Friday to secure mall, trial scheduled for October 3.
Aug 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Owners Renew Legal Battle With City
Chinese investment group finds new attorney, now represented by McDonald & Kloth.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Court Upholds MPD Officers’ Suspensions
FPC suspended two Milwaukee cops who swore at and manhandled a man walking in the street.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
Campaign to Retain Judge Andrew Jones Earns Broad Support From Judiciary
"It is an honor to have the support of so many members of the Milwaukee County judiciary.
Feb 21st, 2019 by Andrew Jones
36 Judges Call for Defense Lawyer Pay Hikes
Circuit judges from 18 counties cite difficulties finding lawyers for indigent defendants.
May 13th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
County Board Grabs for Power with More Wasteful Legal Fees
Board Chairman Changing the Law to Circumvent Judge’s Ruling
Mar 17th, 2016 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Executive Not Exempt From Judicial Review
A resolution granting authorization to refile the lawsuit is now before the Board.
Mar 15th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
On a technical issue of process, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Sosnay granted County Executive Abele’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice.
Feb 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Case Against County Executive Chris Abele Begins Monday
Chairman Lipscomb Filed Suit Against Abele’s Unilateral Actions, Refusal to Appear Before County Board
Feb 26th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Executive AWOL From Public Hearing on Future of the Domes
Abele Refuses to Listen to Community
Feb 24th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit
City loses challenge to state law making it pay for utilities, Donovan lies about impact.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
