Politics

Public Safety Hiring and the 2018 City Budget

Public Safety Hiring and the 2018 City Budget

There will continue to be entry-level hiring for all public safety positions.

Randy Bryce Dodges Forum with Democratic Primary Challenger, Cathy Myers

Randy Bryce Dodges Forum with Democratic Primary Challenger, Cathy Myers

Local Democrats believe Cathy Myers is the best candidate to oust Paul Ryan

Felesia Martin Announces Campaign

Felesia Martin Announces Campaign

I hope to earn the support of the neighbors throughout District 7 and look forward to working hard to earn their votes.

Proposed cuts to protective services are nonsensical

Proposed cuts to protective services are nonsensical

Statement from Alderman Mark A. Borkowski

Alderman Zielinski tells Mayor Barrett: Cut the streetcar, don’t cut protective services
Alderman Zielinski tells Mayor Barrett

Cut the streetcar, don’t cut protective services

Statement by Alderman Tony Zielinski

1.4 trillion reasons to support student debt refinancing

1.4 trillion reasons to support student debt refinancing

GOP ignores action as student loan debt crisis continues to skyrocket

Alderman Donovan requests state select committee to study Milwaukee’s fiscal crisis
One Wisconsin Now Calls for State Ethics Investigation of State Sen. Leah Vukmir’s Sleazy Fundraising Deal

One Wisconsin Now Calls for State Ethics Investigation of State Sen. Leah Vukmir’s Sleazy Fundraising Deal

Taps Chair of WEDC Board, State Agency She Helps Oversee, to Shake Down Donors for Contributions for Her Run for U.S. Senate

Statement from Alderman Nik Kovac on the Mayor’s proposed fire department budget

Statement from Alderman Nik Kovac on the Mayor’s proposed fire department budget

Engine Company 6 has been on Franklin Place since the 1870s.

Planned Parenthood Applauds End of Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson Bill

Planned Parenthood Applauds End of Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson Bill

The bill was the worst of the Affordable Care Act repeal bills yet.

Governor Walker Hosts Seventh Annual Small Business Summit, Announces Small Business Agenda

Governor Walker Hosts Seventh Annual Small Business Summit, Announces Small Business Agenda

According to Chief Executive Magazine, Wisconsin is a top 10 state for business – up from 41st place in 2010.

Pocan Denounces Trump’s Attacks, Takes a Knee on the House Floor to Join Protesters in Solidarity

Pocan Denounces Trump’s Attacks, Takes a Knee on the House Floor to Join Protesters in Solidarity

"Taking a knee is becoming a broader sign of patriotism and respect for our country, for a country that can be even greater for every one of its citizens."