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After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall

After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall

On-site security, board ups and next, a very long fence.

Milwaukee Takes Ownership of Northridge Mall

Milwaukee Takes Ownership of Northridge Mall

Judge grants city property via tax foreclosure.

Judge Displeased By City’s Northridge Curveball

Judge Displeased By City’s Northridge Curveball

But not surprised, it seems. 'I told you so,' says Sosnay of city's foreclosure move.

City Expects to Take Northridge In Foreclosure, Demolish Mall

City Expects to Take Northridge In Foreclosure, Demolish Mall

'Checkmate' says alderman of mall owners missing the foreclosure redemption date.

City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court

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.

MFD Says There Were At Least 7 Recent Fires At Abandoned Northridge Mall

MFD Says There Were At Least 7 Recent Fires At Abandoned Northridge Mall

Security removed after Phoenix Investors walked away from buying property.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits

Plus: Trespassing has returned to vacant property.

Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall

Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall

Phoenix Investors had secured the troubled property, but city opposed its redevelopment plans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall Lawsuit Keeps Dragging On
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall Lawsuit Keeps Dragging On

Will it ever be razed? New issues add to legal mess while city awaits appeals court ruling.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Court Could Effectively Block Northridge Sale To Phoenix Investors
Eyes on Milwaukee

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.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Local Firm Wants To Buy Northridge From Chinese Owners
Eyes on Milwaukee

Local Firm Wants To Buy Northridge From Chinese Owners

But is it just a stall tactic? City thinks so.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks Bids To Demolish Portion of Northridge Mall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks Bids To Demolish Portion of Northridge Mall

Move comes in advance of hearing to acquire and demolish the entire complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Reverses Course, Approves Northridge Menards Self Storage
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Reverses Course, Approves Northridge Menards Self Storage

Multiple city committees balked at proposal in 2022. Why the reversal?

Walker’s Lounge Can Remain Open Pending Lawsuit Outcome

Walker’s Lounge Can Remain Open Pending Lawsuit Outcome

Council had voted to close bar, but owner appealing decision.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Asks Judge To Seize Northridge Mall From Chinese Owners
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Asks Judge To Seize Northridge Mall From Chinese Owners

City of Milwaukee says it has identified funding sources to demolish mall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Doesn’t Have Money To Raze Northridge Mall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Doesn’t Have Money To Raze Northridge Mall

It could cost $15 million. And Chinese investment group won't demolish it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Rules Northridge Demolition Should Proceed, Despite Appeal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Rules Northridge Demolition Should Proceed, Despite Appeal

But will it? Mall remains unsecured and derelict.

Northridge Owner Appeals, Blocks Demolition Order

Northridge Owner Appeals, Blocks Demolition Order

2019 court case continues to drag on. Mall has been closed since 2003.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished

Ruling is a win for city, but issues remain with demolishing building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Unsecured, Owners Face $26,000 In Fines
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Unsecured, Owners Face $26,000 In Fines

Fine will increase if problems not addressed. Final hearing scheduled for Oct. 3.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Holds Northridge Mall Owners In Contempt, Issues $2,000 Daily Fine
Eyes on Milwaukee

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.

Northridge Owners Renew Legal Battle With City

Northridge Owners Renew Legal Battle With City

Chinese investment group finds new attorney, now represented by McDonald & Kloth.

Court Watch: Court Upholds MPD Officers’ Suspensions
Court Watch

Court Upholds MPD Officers’ Suspensions

FPC suspended two Milwaukee cops who swore at and manhandled a man walking in the street.

Campaign to Retain Judge Andrew Jones Earns Broad Support From Judiciary
Press Release

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.

Court Watch: 36 Judges Call for Defense Lawyer Pay Hikes
Court Watch

36 Judges Call for Defense Lawyer Pay Hikes

Circuit judges from 18 counties cite difficulties finding lawyers for indigent defendants.

County Board Grabs for Power with More Wasteful Legal Fees
Press Release

County Board Grabs for Power with More Wasteful Legal Fees

Board Chairman Changing the Law to Circumvent Judge’s Ruling

County Executive Not Exempt From Judicial Review
Press Release

County Executive Not Exempt From Judicial Review

A resolution granting authorization to refile the lawsuit is now before the Board.

Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
Press Release

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.

Case Against County Executive Chris Abele Begins Monday
Press Release

Case Against County Executive Chris Abele Begins Monday

Chairman Lipscomb Filed Suit Against Abele’s Unilateral Actions, Refusal to Appear Before County Board

County Executive AWOL From Public Hearing on Future of the Domes
Eyes on Milwaukee: Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit

City loses challenge to state law making it pay for utilities, Donovan lies about impact.