Wisconsin natives inducted to MPL Writers Wall of Fame

Wisconsin natives inducted to MPL Writers Wall of Fame

Milwaukee Public Library’s Wisconsin Writers Wall of Fame to induct two state natives: children’s author/illustrator Kevin Henkes and author/filmmaker Richard Schickel.

Mayor Barrett to Mark Second Annual Safe Sleep Sabbath

Mayor Barrett to Mark Second Annual Safe Sleep Sabbath

City of Milwaukee partners with local faith communities to reduce infant deaths.

Fire Cadet Recruiting Event

Fire Cadet Recruiting Event

The Milwaukee Fire Department will be hosting a city-wide recruiting event at the Harley-Davidson Museum® on Sunday October 21.

“Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote

“Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote

The full Milwaukee Common Council will vote October 16, 2012 on a proposal that would require the City of Milwaukee to purchase certain Milwaukee-made goods.

Supervisor Bowen Expresses Concern, Sympathy in the Case of Brandon Johnson

Supervisor Bowen Expresses Concern, Sympathy in the Case of Brandon Johnson

Johnson, who was 25-years-old, died as a patient in the Milwaukee County Mental Health Complex

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