"We see them every day:" Churches, community centers are now sanctuaries for new moms
MILWAUKEE -- A group of 10 churches or community centers across Milwaukee have turned into sanctuaries for new moms.
MILWAUKEE -- A group of 10 churches or community centers across Milwaukee have turned into sanctuaries for new moms.
New Bublr Bike stations now available at UW-Milwaukee, students get to ride free
MILWAUKEE -- Six new Bublr Bike stations opened at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Tuesday, October 6th.UWM Chancellor Mark Mone, Mayor Tom Barrett, other university representatives were on hand for the unveiling Tuesday morning.
MILWAUKEE -- Six new Bublr Bike stations opened at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Tuesday, October 6th.UWM Chancellor Mark Mone, Mayor Tom Barrett, other university representatives were on hand for the unveiling Tuesday morning.
"Good things are happening in Milwaukee:" Mayor presents 2016 proposed budget to Common Council
MILWAUKEE – Mayor Tom Barrett presented his 2016 proposed executive budget to the Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday morning, September 22nd.
MILWAUKEE – Mayor Tom Barrett presented his 2016 proposed executive budget to the Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday morning, September 22nd.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to present 2016 budget proposal to Common Council Tuesday
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett is set to present his 2016 proposed city of Milwaukee budget to the Common Council on Tuesday, September 22nd.The Mayor's Office says this budget "will include a continued commitment to public safety, strong and healthy neighborhoods, economic security for residents and solid fiscal management."The budget proposal is set to be presented to the Common Council at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett is set to present his 2016 proposed city of Milwaukee budget to the Common Council on Tuesday, September 22nd.The Mayor's Office says this budget "will include a continued commitment to public safety, strong and healthy neighborhoods, economic security for residents and solid fiscal management."The budget proposal is set to be presented to the Common Council at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday.
Mark your calendar: 10th Annual Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit set for Oct. 16th
MILWAUKEE -- Men from around Milwaukee will mark the 10th year of getting the opportunity to become more effective fathers.Mayor Tom Barrett’s Fatherhood Summit will be held Friday, October 16th from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (kick-off at 8:00 a.m.) and Saturday, October 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Destiny Youth Plaza located at 7210 N. 76th Street in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Men from around Milwaukee will mark the 10th year of getting the opportunity to become more effective fathers.Mayor Tom Barrett’s Fatherhood Summit will be held Friday, October 16th from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (kick-off at 8:00 a.m.) and Saturday, October 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Destiny Youth Plaza located at 7210 N. 76th Street in Milwaukee.
"Positive momentum:" Grants to help Milwaukee apprenticeship programs grow
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced on Monday, September 14th that two local organizations have received grants for their apprenticeship programs.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced on Monday, September 14th that two local organizations have received grants for their apprenticeship programs.
"Our debt of gratitude to them is immense:" 9/11 remembrance ceremony held at War Memorial
MILWAUKEE – Across Wisconsin and here in Milwaukee, people paused to remember the 9/11 attacks.
MILWAUKEE – Across Wisconsin and here in Milwaukee, people paused to remember the 9/11 attacks.
"Too young to die:" Family grieves loss of two children killed in overnight house fire
MILWAUKEE -- Two children died in a house fire on Milwaukee's northwest side early Friday morning, September 4th.
MILWAUKEE -- Two children died in a house fire on Milwaukee's northwest side early Friday morning, September 4th.
"Two lives gone in the blink of an eye:" Fatal house fire serves as a learning experience for others
MILWAUKEE -- An early morning house fire takes the lives of two young children on Milwaukee's northwest side on Friday, September 4th.
MILWAUKEE -- An early morning house fire takes the lives of two young children on Milwaukee's northwest side on Friday, September 4th.
Mayor calls for 1,200 body cameras to be utilized by Milwaukee police officers, but how will they work?
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission has a meeting set for Thursday evening, September 3rd, and on the agenda is discussion on body cameras for police officers.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission has a meeting set for Thursday evening, September 3rd, and on the agenda is discussion on body cameras for police officers.
Barrett, Flynn testify as Senate committee debates bill mandating tougher sentences for gun crimes
MADISON -- Debate over tougher punishments for certain gun crimes turned sour at the state Capitol on Tuesday, as two Milwaukee lawmakers argued in front of the city's mayor and police chief.Mayor Tom Barrett and Police Chief Ed Flynn both testified in favor of Assembly Bill 220, which would require that anyone convicted of a violent crime who later gets caught with a gun serves at least a three-year sentence.As Rep.
MADISON -- Debate over tougher punishments for certain gun crimes turned sour at the state Capitol on Tuesday, as two Milwaukee lawmakers argued in front of the city's mayor and police chief.Mayor Tom Barrett and Police Chief Ed Flynn both testified in favor of Assembly Bill 220, which would require that anyone convicted of a violent crime who later gets caught with a gun serves at least a three-year sentence.As Rep.
"We want you to succeed:" Carver Academy students welcomed back to class in style
MILWAUKEE -- Students at Carver Academy walked into school on the first day Tuesday, September 1st to high fives, cheers, and even a red carpet adding to the excitement of a new school year.
MILWAUKEE -- Students at Carver Academy walked into school on the first day Tuesday, September 1st to high fives, cheers, and even a red carpet adding to the excitement of a new school year.
Common Council reviews Bucks arena plan during packed hearing; public has opportunity to weigh in
MILWAUKEE -- From the Capitol in Madison to City Hall in Milwaukee: The discussion over how to pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee has moved to the local level.
MILWAUKEE -- From the Capitol in Madison to City Hall in Milwaukee: The discussion over how to pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee has moved to the local level.
Mayor Barrett proposes $880K for body cameras for MPD in 2016: "This will aid our police officers"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, August 30th announced funding for body cameras for the Milwaukee Police Department will be a part of his upcoming budget proposal.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, August 30th announced funding for body cameras for the Milwaukee Police Department will be a part of his upcoming budget proposal.
"I don't feel safe:" 42-year-old woman found dead on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old woman whose body was discovered in the neighborhood near 24th and Scott on Saturday, August 29th.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old woman whose body was discovered in the neighborhood near 24th and Scott on Saturday, August 29th.
Relief for homeowners: Mortgage company with connection to Bucks co-owner reaches deal with city
MILWAUKEE -- Help for homeowners: A mortgage company overseeing thousands of homes in Milwaukee has reached a deal with the city.
MILWAUKEE -- Help for homeowners: A mortgage company overseeing thousands of homes in Milwaukee has reached a deal with the city.
Calling for change: Milwaukee alderman offers suggestions to lower crime in city
MILWAUKEE -- Some 40 bullets were fired, and some of them struck a home on Milwaukee's south side.
MILWAUKEE -- Some 40 bullets were fired, and some of them struck a home on Milwaukee's south side.
Man who coached Walker when he was running for governor says debate format "plays to his strengths"
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Very few people can say they've had access to Governor Scott Walker right before a debate.
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Very few people can say they've had access to Governor Scott Walker right before a debate.
"It really brings our state together:" Gov. Walker, Mayor Barrett open 2015 Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- It's been a Wisconsin tradition for the past 164 years.
WEST ALLIS -- It's been a Wisconsin tradition for the past 164 years.