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New university president Lovell goes “On the Issues” at Marquette Law School

Marquette University President Michael R. Lovell will be the featured guest for an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”

Aug 28th, 2014 by Marquette University

After lifting of cab cap, city will begin accepting applications for new taxi permits

For the first time in decades, applicants for a public passenger vehicle permit to operate a taxi in Milwaukee will be able to apply without regard for a cap on the number of permits issued, and receive provisional permission to begin operating the day of their application. On a unanimous vote, the Milwaukee Common Council passed legislation last month that did away with the cab cap and created a more streamlined application process, allowing drivers to sign an affidavit affirming their record is clean and receive a provisional permit immediately upon their application. The legislation will allow network companies like Uber and Lyft to operate legally, and Alderman Robert Bauman, who as chair of the Public Transportation Review Board helped author the legislation, said it creates a level playing field for all drivers while ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers. Alderman Bauman and City Clerk Jim Owczarski, whose office oversees the License Division, will kick off the application process with a news conference Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. Alderman Bauman said the first 10 applicants will receive a commemorative gift. Applicants are asked to visit milwaukee.gov/license and prepare their application materials ahead of time. What: News conference – First new taxi permit applications accepted When: 8:15 a.m. – Tuesday, September 2, 2014 Where: License Division, City Hall rotunda – 200 E. Wells St.

Aug 28th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman

Statewide Property Values End Five-Year Decline, But Trends Vary by County

Total Equalized Values up 2.6%; Still Almost 7% Below 2008 Levels

Aug 28th, 2014 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance

2014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cream City Cinema Lineup

Popular showcase featuring local filmmakers expands with a second installment of The Milwaukee Show

Aug 28th, 2014 by Milwaukee Film

Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Thanks MillerCoors for Generous Donation to South Shore

Says $500,000 Contribution Will Help Revitalize Park and Beach

Aug 27th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Opens Classic Season with Don Giovanni

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra opens the 2014.15 Classics series with Don Giovanni on September 13-14 & 16, 2014

Aug 27th, 2014 by Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

VISIT Milwaukee Releases DearMKE Film Featuring MONDO LUCHA!

The newest film depicts the iconic Milwaukee wrestling event to take place Sept. 5

Aug 27th, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee

Department of Public Works Services For the August 29-September 1, 2014 Holiday and Furlough Weekend

City of Milwaukee government offices will be closed on Friday, August 29 for a mandatory furlough day and Monday, September 1for the Labor Day holiday.

Aug 27th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker, Burke remain inside margin of error in Wisconsin governor’s race

A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker receiving the support of 47.5 percent of registered voters and Democratic challenger Mary Burke receiving 44.1 percent support. Another 5.5 percent say that they are undecided or that they do not know whom they will support, while fewer than 1 percent say they will vote for someone else.

Aug 27th, 2014 by Marquette University

Milwaukee Cup March

The Milwaukee Soccer Development Group is uniting the local soccer community in an event that is being christened the Milwaukee Cup March for the Marquette University Vs UW-Milwaukee Men’s NCAA soccer game on Wednesday, September 17th.

Aug 27th, 2014 by Press Release

Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners

Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) is asking real estate developers to submit information on current and potential projects that could be compatible with a library near four neighborhood libraries slated for replacement.

Aug 27th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library