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Streetcar will siphon away precious revenue, won’t help area of greatest needs in Milwaukee

Streetcar will siphon away precious revenue, won’t help area of greatest needs in Milwaukee

Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 7, 2015

Southside Organizing Committee Interim Executive Director Public Announcement

Southside Organizing Committee Interim Executive Director Public Announcement

The Board of Directors is excited to announce that Tammy L. Rivera will serve as Interim Executive Director beginning January 7, 2015.

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term

“I am honored and humbled to continue representing my community here in the State Legislature.”

Nicholas Hunt Enters Race For 15th District County Supervisor

Nicholas Hunt Enters Race For 15th District County Supervisor

Local entrepreneur Nicholas (Nick) Hunt has officially entered the race for 15th District County Supervisor.

Aldermen join forces to launch streetcar referendum petition drive

Aldermen join forces to launch streetcar referendum petition drive

News conference set for 1 p.m. TODAY at City Hall

Rep. Barca Welcomes New Members to Legislature

Rep. Barca Welcomes New Members to Legislature

Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) welcomed seven new Democratic representatives to the Wisconsin State Legislatur

Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety

“As the Ranking Democrat on this important Committee, I pledge to work with anyone, from any party, and any part of the State, toward our shared goal of a safer and truly equal Wisconsin.”

Rep. Taylor statement on Joint Finance Committee appointment

Rep. Taylor statement on Joint Finance Committee appointment

Rep. Chris Taylor released the following statement on her appointment to the Joint Committee on Finance

Milwaukee Area Physicians to See Major Pay Cut Without Immediate Legislative Action

Milwaukee Area Physicians to See Major Pay Cut Without Immediate Legislative Action

Up to 1,439 primary care physicians in Greater Milwaukee to face 45% cut in Medicaid payments unless Walker and Legislature act to continue enhanced reimbursement levels.

Letter of Support for Milwaukee Streetcar

Letter of Support for Milwaukee Streetcar

"I strongly support efforts to improve public transportation options, improve mobility, and create economic development in Milwaukee through the creation of a modern downtown street car."

Rep. Gwen Moore Calls on DOJ Review of Milwaukee Police Procedures

Rep. Gwen Moore Calls on DOJ Review of Milwaukee Police Procedures

Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) sent the following letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division

Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms

Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms

Joint Statement from Common Council members Ashanti Hamilton, Russell W. Stamper II, Milele A. Coggs, Willie C. Wade and José G Pérez