2013 budget reflects improved Milwaukee County finances

2013 budget reflects improved Milwaukee County finances

Report cites continued steps toward financial stability but warns of big hurdles remaining.

Alderman Donovan backs MPD, Chief Flynn on Williams case

Alderman Donovan backs MPD, Chief Flynn on Williams case

While it appears to now be open season on the Milwaukee Police Department and its leader, I, for one, am standing squarely behind the dedicated and hard working men and women of the MPD and Chief Flynn with regard to the Derek Williams case.

Alderwoman Coggs announces 2012 winner of 6th District Landscape Award

Alderwoman Coggs announces 2012 winner of 6th District Landscape Award

Again this year, residents were asked to nominate great landscaping or gardens and send in photos for judging.

I stand with the good men and women of the Milwaukee Police Department

I stand with the good men and women of the Milwaukee Police Department

I am compelled to respond to comments that are being made publicly regarding the Milwaukee Police Department.

State Spending Rises, Local Spending Falls During Recent Recession

State Spending Rises, Local Spending Falls During Recent Recession

New Census Figures Point to Federal Stimulus, State Tax Hikes, Medicaid as Reasons

City of Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hosts Conference on Stalking

City of Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hosts Conference on Stalking

Training event seeks to educate criminal justice and victim service providers

Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation

Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council

Wisconsin Business Taxes Topped $8 Billion in 2011

Wisconsin Business Taxes Topped $8 Billion in 2011

Property, Not Income, Tax Largest Business Tax

Mayor Barrett Announces “Freshwater Way” As the Winning Street Name to Replace “Pittsburgh Avenue”
Milwaukee to Host First Startup Weekend in November

Milwaukee to Host First Startup Weekend in November

Startup Weekend will host its first-ever Milwaukee event Nov. 9 – 11 at Marquette University’s Discovery Learning Complex.

Youth Council ready to begin new session; two seats stand vacant

Youth Council ready to begin new session; two seats stand vacant

The City of Milwaukee Youth Council (MYC) is a step closer to beginning a new term on November 1 – that after the Common Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee (CED) approved new and reappointed members of the body this morning.

Milwaukee Public Schools Promotes Fire Safety Awareness

Milwaukee Public Schools Promotes Fire Safety Awareness

Survive Alive House will host fire safety kick-off and 20th anniversary celebration on October 8.