Man arrested in connection with double fatal crash near 39th & Hadley
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with the double fatal crash that occurred on Friday, May 27th near 39th and Hadley on the city's north side.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with the double fatal crash that occurred on Friday, May 27th near 39th and Hadley on the city's north side.
Fathers, churches and police officers: Aldermen unveil three-pronged approach to fighting crime
MILWAUKEE -- A majority of Milwaukee aldermen on Thursday, June 2nd rolled out a series of actions they believe will make the city of Milwaukee safer.
MILWAUKEE -- A majority of Milwaukee aldermen on Thursday, June 2nd rolled out a series of actions they believe will make the city of Milwaukee safer.
"We can turn this around:" City leaders push to reduce preventable infant deaths
MILWAUKEE -- Because of the high infant mortality rate, city of Milwaukee officials, church officials and those with local hospitals have come together for a program focusing on the health and well-being of infants and mothers.
MILWAUKEE -- Because of the high infant mortality rate, city of Milwaukee officials, church officials and those with local hospitals have come together for a program focusing on the health and well-being of infants and mothers.
On Ceasefire Sabbath, Mayor Barrett spreads message of peace: "We want this to be a safer city"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, May 15th visited three churches on the 12th annual "Ceasefire Sabbath." This, as the 37th homicide of 2016 was recorded in the city of Milwaukee this weekend.The latest homicide happened on Saturday, May 14th near Richards and Hadley.Police say three individuals were sitting in a car when two suspects approached the car and began shooting.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, May 15th visited three churches on the 12th annual "Ceasefire Sabbath." This, as the 37th homicide of 2016 was recorded in the city of Milwaukee this weekend.The latest homicide happened on Saturday, May 14th near Richards and Hadley.Police say three individuals were sitting in a car when two suspects approached the car and began shooting.
"2015 was a very deadly year:" Report sheds light on 145 homicides, 633 non-fatal shootings
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission (MHRC) released its 2015 Annual Report analyzing causes and risk factors behind homicides and non-fatal shootings in the City of Milwaukee on Thursday, May 12th.2015 was a violent year for Milwaukee -- with 145 homicides and 633 non-fatal shootings.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission (MHRC) released its 2015 Annual Report analyzing causes and risk factors behind homicides and non-fatal shootings in the City of Milwaukee on Thursday, May 12th.2015 was a violent year for Milwaukee -- with 145 homicides and 633 non-fatal shootings.
Ahead of Ceasefire Sabbath, Mayor Barrett, Chief Flynn reach out to city’s faith leaders
MILWAUKEE -- From police to politicians to pastors, local leaders came together to promote peace and to discuss how to make the streets safer.
MILWAUKEE -- From police to politicians to pastors, local leaders came together to promote peace and to discuss how to make the streets safer.
"Take control of our blocks:" City officials share outrage over shooting of nine-year-old girl
Anger and outrage -- those are just a few of the words Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett used to describe the feeling of city leaders and law enforcement after a nine-year-old girl was shot in a home Thursday night, May 5th during a recent bout of gun violence.
Anger and outrage -- those are just a few of the words Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett used to describe the feeling of city leaders and law enforcement after a nine-year-old girl was shot in a home Thursday night, May 5th during a recent bout of gun violence.
"It's wrong:" Mayor Barrett speaks out after Gov. Walker signs into law so-called "zombie homes" bill
MILWAUKEE -- Governor Scott Walker has signed into law a bill that will give lenders up to a year before they must sell abandoned properties known as "zombie homes." It is a move Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett believes will lead to an increase in crime in Milwaukee.Barrett says these so-called "zombie homes" are unwanted by the lending banks.According to Barrett, more "zombie homes" means more places for criminals to conduct illegal activity in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Governor Scott Walker has signed into law a bill that will give lenders up to a year before they must sell abandoned properties known as "zombie homes." It is a move Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett believes will lead to an increase in crime in Milwaukee.Barrett says these so-called "zombie homes" are unwanted by the lending banks.According to Barrett, more "zombie homes" means more places for criminals to conduct illegal activity in Milwaukee.
"I don't want to fail them:" Ashanti Hamilton elected president of Milwaukee Common Council
MILWAUKEE -- There is a new man leading the Milwaukee Common Council.
MILWAUKEE -- There is a new man leading the Milwaukee Common Council.
"Very thankful:" To celebrate his fourth inauguration, Mayor Barrett takes part in 'Week of Service'
MILWAUKEE -- As Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, April 18th prepared for his fourth inauguration, he said he and his staff are leading by example.
MILWAUKEE -- As Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, April 18th prepared for his fourth inauguration, he said he and his staff are leading by example.
Assessment released: City of Milwaukee reveals health status of city residents
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Commissioner of Health Bevan Baker released on Thursday, April 7th the 2015-2016 City of Milwaukee Community Health Assessment.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Commissioner of Health Bevan Baker released on Thursday, April 7th the 2015-2016 City of Milwaukee Community Health Assessment.
Alderman Bob Donovan concedes; Mayor Tom Barrett wins re-election for fourth term
MILWAUKEE -- Alderman Bob Donovan, challenging incumbent Tom Barrett in the race for mayor of Milwaukee conceded the race on Tuesday night, April 5th.
MILWAUKEE -- Alderman Bob Donovan, challenging incumbent Tom Barrett in the race for mayor of Milwaukee conceded the race on Tuesday night, April 5th.
Candidates for Milwaukee mayor, Milwaukee County Executive cast their votes
MILWAUKEE -- The candidates for the top offices in an around Milwaukee County cast their votes in the April 5th primary early on Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- The candidates for the top offices in an around Milwaukee County cast their votes in the April 5th primary early on Tuesday.
Race for mayor of Milwaukee: Tom Barrett, Bob Donovan push for votes ahead of Election Day
MILWAUKEE -- There is a number of important local elections happening Tuesday, April 5th.
MILWAUKEE -- There is a number of important local elections happening Tuesday, April 5th.
Race for mayor: Barrett, Donovan meet for debate focused on crime, Milwaukee's financial health
MILWAUKEE -- Incumbent Tom Barrett and challenger Bob Donovan met for a debate on Wednesday afternoon, March 23rd, ahead of the April 5th election.
MILWAUKEE -- Incumbent Tom Barrett and challenger Bob Donovan met for a debate on Wednesday afternoon, March 23rd, ahead of the April 5th election.
Mayor Barrett asks Scott Walker to veto bill that could lead to more "zombie homes"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett is asking Governor Scott Walker to veto a bill that he fears would create more so-called "zombie houses.""Zombie houses" are homes abandoned by their owners, but unwanted by the banks.Currently, banks are forced to put a "zombie house" up for sale five weeks after the home is found to be abandoned.A new bill would move the deadline back to 12 months, and it has already made it through the Assembly and the Senate.Barrett says it would mean more empty houses in Milwaukee, and potentially more crime."This is a transfer of responsibility potentially in many different cases from financial institutions to the taxpayers of the city of Milwaukee and it's bad legislation and we're asking the governor to veto it," Barrett said.Currently, there are more than 350 "zombie houses" in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett is asking Governor Scott Walker to veto a bill that he fears would create more so-called "zombie houses.""Zombie houses" are homes abandoned by their owners, but unwanted by the banks.Currently, banks are forced to put a "zombie house" up for sale five weeks after the home is found to be abandoned.A new bill would move the deadline back to 12 months, and it has already made it through the Assembly and the Senate.Barrett says it would mean more empty houses in Milwaukee, and potentially more crime."This is a transfer of responsibility potentially in many different cases from financial institutions to the taxpayers of the city of Milwaukee and it's bad legislation and we're asking the governor to veto it," Barrett said.Currently, there are more than 350 "zombie houses" in Milwaukee.
Race for mayor of Milwaukee: Big endorsements for incumbent Tom Barrett, challenger Bob Donovan
MILWAUKEE -- Incumbent Tom Barrett and challenger Bob Donovan picked up big endorsements on Wednesday, March 16th in the race for mayor of Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Incumbent Tom Barrett and challenger Bob Donovan picked up big endorsements on Wednesday, March 16th in the race for mayor of Milwaukee.
Milwaukee one of six cities to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies' "What Work Cities" initiative
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has announced that the City of Milwaukee has been selected as one of six cities to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ “What Work Cities” initiative – one of the largest-ever philanthropic efforts to enhance the use of data and evidence in the public sector.Launched in April 2015, the initiative is currently providing support to 21 cities and will admit up to 100 cities on a rolling basis through 2017.Working with Bloomberg Philanthropies, Mayor Barrett and the City of Milwaukee will increase access to government data and support app development around City services and amenities.
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has announced that the City of Milwaukee has been selected as one of six cities to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ “What Work Cities” initiative – one of the largest-ever philanthropic efforts to enhance the use of data and evidence in the public sector.Launched in April 2015, the initiative is currently providing support to 21 cities and will admit up to 100 cities on a rolling basis through 2017.Working with Bloomberg Philanthropies, Mayor Barrett and the City of Milwaukee will increase access to government data and support app development around City services and amenities.
Tech jobs growing, more training needed: Milwaukee designated a "TechHire Community"
MILWAUKEE -- On Wednesday, March 9th, the same day President Barack Obama endorsed Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in the race for mayor, came some good news for the entire city from the White House.
MILWAUKEE -- On Wednesday, March 9th, the same day President Barack Obama endorsed Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in the race for mayor, came some good news for the entire city from the White House.
President Obama endorses Mayor Tom Barrett: "I’m honored to have the support of my friend"
MILWAUKEE -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday, March 9th endorsed Tom Barrett for Milwaukee's mayor, saying his hard work has set Milwaukee up for a stronger future."Tom Barrett has been an outstanding mayor for the city of Milwaukee, and his hard work has put his city on a path toward a stronger future.
MILWAUKEE -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday, March 9th endorsed Tom Barrett for Milwaukee's mayor, saying his hard work has set Milwaukee up for a stronger future."Tom Barrett has been an outstanding mayor for the city of Milwaukee, and his hard work has put his city on a path toward a stronger future.