Alderwoman proposes giving $500/month to 50 low-income families: 'Reinvest in our people'
MILWAUKEE -- A proposal by a Milwaukee alderwoman would give families in need hundreds of dollars a month to spend as they wish.
MILWAUKEE -- A proposal by a Milwaukee alderwoman would give families in need hundreds of dollars a month to spend as they wish.
Milwaukee's streetcar enters its 2nd year of service with free fares through Dec. 31
MILWAUKEE -- The Hop, Milwaukee's streetcar, celebrated one year of service on Friday, Nov. 1 -- and that celebration comes with big news."Over the year, over 40,000 trips on our streetcar have occurred," said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. "I am thrilled to report that our ridership for year one is 802,541 or 2205 per day.
MILWAUKEE -- The Hop, Milwaukee's streetcar, celebrated one year of service on Friday, Nov. 1 -- and that celebration comes with big news."Over the year, over 40,000 trips on our streetcar have occurred," said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. "I am thrilled to report that our ridership for year one is 802,541 or 2205 per day.
Molson Coors restructures as beer sales decline, moves some positions to Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Molson Coors, the parent company of MillerCoors, announced on Wednesday, Oct. 30 that it will be restructuring and downsizing as it faces declining beer sales.
MILWAUKEE -- Molson Coors, the parent company of MillerCoors, announced on Wednesday, Oct. 30 that it will be restructuring and downsizing as it faces declining beer sales.
'Get vaccinated now:' City leaders launch flu awareness campaign for 2019-20
MILWAUKEE -- Ready or not, the flu season is here -- and health professionals are urging you to get vaccinated.
MILWAUKEE -- Ready or not, the flu season is here -- and health professionals are urging you to get vaccinated.
Mayor Barrett, Rep. Gwen Moore selected as co-chairs of Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee on Monday, Oct. 21 announced Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Congresswoman Gwen Moore would serve as co-chairs.Both Mayor Barrett and Congresswoman Moore served on the committee that helped Milwaukee win the bid to host the Democratic National Convention July 13-16, 2020.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee on Monday, Oct. 21 announced Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Congresswoman Gwen Moore would serve as co-chairs.Both Mayor Barrett and Congresswoman Moore served on the committee that helped Milwaukee win the bid to host the Democratic National Convention July 13-16, 2020.
'It would make a lot of sense:' Mayor Barrett invites Pres. Trump to host G7 in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, Oct. 20 sent a letter to President Donald Trump, asking that he consider Milwaukee as a host for the 2020 G7 meeting.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, Oct. 20 sent a letter to President Donald Trump, asking that he consider Milwaukee as a host for the 2020 G7 meeting.
Gov. Tony Evers calls special session on gun violence: 'We're planning on winning this battle'
MADISON — Governor Tony Evers on Monday, Oct. 21 called the Wisconsin Legislature to take action on gun violence -- announcing a special session on the topic during a press conference at Milwaukee's City Hall.
MADISON — Governor Tony Evers on Monday, Oct. 21 called the Wisconsin Legislature to take action on gun violence -- announcing a special session on the topic during a press conference at Milwaukee's City Hall.
Mayor sends letter to President Trump, asks that he 'consider hosting 2020 G7' in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, Oct. 20 sent a letter to President Donald Trump, asking that he consider Milwaukee as a host for the 2020 G7 meeting.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, Oct. 20 sent a letter to President Donald Trump, asking that he consider Milwaukee as a host for the 2020 G7 meeting.
City of Milwaukee giving away 250 free pumpkins at Fondy Farmers Market on Saturday 🎃
MILWAUKEE -- Halloween is almost here!
MILWAUKEE -- Halloween is almost here!
'Tough decision:' Chris Abele is not seeking reelection as Milwaukee County Executive
MILWAUKEE -- Chris Abele announced on Wednesday, Oct. 16 that he will not seek reelection as Milwaukee County Executive in April 2020.
MILWAUKEE -- Chris Abele announced on Wednesday, Oct. 16 that he will not seek reelection as Milwaukee County Executive in April 2020.
'Not a random action:' Suspect sought after shooting on freeway north of downtown Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- From drive-by to drive-through, Milwaukee police are searching for the person responsible for a freeway shooting on Monday night, Oct. 14.
MILWAUKEE -- From drive-by to drive-through, Milwaukee police are searching for the person responsible for a freeway shooting on Monday night, Oct. 14.
'Let's work together:' City leaders try combat homelessness as Tent City eviction date looms
MILWAUKEE – Time is ticking for homeless people to clear out of Tent City as an end-of-the-month eviction date looms.
MILWAUKEE – Time is ticking for homeless people to clear out of Tent City as an end-of-the-month eviction date looms.
'We had concerned citizens:' MPD, mayor say tipsters led police to drug bust on city's south side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police released on Thursday, Oct. 10 new images from a massive illegal THC vape cartridge bust earlier this month.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police released on Thursday, Oct. 10 new images from a massive illegal THC vape cartridge bust earlier this month.
Milwaukee's fallen firefighters remembered during solemn ceremony
MILWAUKEE -- A ceremony was held on Wednesday morning, Oct. 9 to remember the fallen firefighters of the Milwaukee Fire Department.Among the speakers at Wednesday's ceremony were Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.
MILWAUKEE -- A ceremony was held on Wednesday morning, Oct. 9 to remember the fallen firefighters of the Milwaukee Fire Department.Among the speakers at Wednesday's ceremony were Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.
'This is our shot:' Milwaukee 2020 wants to connect businesses with national, international clients
MILWAUKEE -- In 282 days, Milwaukee will host the biggest event in city history.
MILWAUKEE -- In 282 days, Milwaukee will host the biggest event in city history.
MPD Chief Morales will appeal to public, Fire and Police Commission to keep his job
MILWAUKEE -- Police Chief Alfonso Morales has support to stay on as Milwaukee's top cop -- but before he's given a formal offer, FOX6 News learned Morales would have to appeal to the public to keep his job.There was job security Friday night, Oct. 5 for Chief Morales -- with a catch.
MILWAUKEE -- Police Chief Alfonso Morales has support to stay on as Milwaukee's top cop -- but before he's given a formal offer, FOX6 News learned Morales would have to appeal to the public to keep his job.There was job security Friday night, Oct. 5 for Chief Morales -- with a catch.
'I support the chief:' Mayor Barrett speaks out ahead of FPC announcement on Chief Morales
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett emphatically supported Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales Tuesday, Oct. 1, a day after Morales said he expects news by week's end regarding whether he'll remain MPD's chief during a WTMJ Radio panel."There has been a conversation between the Mayor and I," Chief Morales said on WTMJ Radio Monday morning. "I'd like to stay.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett emphatically supported Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales Tuesday, Oct. 1, a day after Morales said he expects news by week's end regarding whether he'll remain MPD's chief during a WTMJ Radio panel."There has been a conversation between the Mayor and I," Chief Morales said on WTMJ Radio Monday morning. "I'd like to stay.