City of Milwaukee to accept applications for 'Active Streets' business program starting June 17
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee bars and restaurants may soon be able to expand outdoor seating; the City of Milwaukee will accept applications for a pilot program starting Wednesday, June 17.
Milwaukee Common Council unanimously approves 'I can’t breathe' resolution
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Common Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, June 16 in approving a resolution urging the Fire and Police Commission to adopt a policy addressing any “I can’t breathe” plea by an individual who is in police custody.
Common Council votes 15-0 to send Mayor Tom Barrett's appointments back to committee
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday, June 16 did not confirm Mayor Tom Barrett’s cabinet appointments, but instead voted 15-0 to send them back to committee.
Metered parking resumes June 15, city recommends contactless parking payment app
MILWAUKEE -- The City of Milwaukee is encouraging residents to use the updated MKE Park app to pay for parking as metered parking enforcement resumes Monday, June 15.Contactless parking payments can promote the health and safety of both those paying for parking and the city's parking employees by reducing physical interactions with parking meters, read a news release Saturday, June 13."The City of Milwaukee is pleased to partner with ParkMobile to provide our residents and visitors with an upgraded mobile parking app experience,” says Mayor Tom Barrett. “The MKE Park app lets people quickly and easily pay for parking without touching a meter, which is safer for everyone.”The MKE Park app is a free download for both iPhone and Android devices.To pay for parking with the app, the user will enter the zone number posted on stickers on the meter of their parking spot, select the amount of time needed and touch the “Start Parking” button to begin the session.Users can also easily extend their parking session on their mobile device without having to go back to the meter.ParkMobile has over 300,000 users in the state of Wisconsin and is available for use on the UW- Madison, UW-Green Bay, and UW-Milwaukee campuses, according to a release.On March 19, the city suspended all timed, metered and night parking restrictions to accommodate residents who were spending more time at home due to COVID-19 and businesses pausing operations for workers and clients alike.As more businesses have reopened, the need for increased turnover of parking spaces and locations has increased, the city said in a news release.Alternate-side parking and night parking permits will not be enforced until a later date.
'We're not being believed:' Milwaukee police chief voices frustration over unrest, procedure review
MILWAUKEE -- Tension is rising at Milwaukee's City Hall among Milwaukee police, Mayor Tom Barrett and other city leaders over the review of standard operating procedures for law enforcement.
Milwaukee mayor announces commission to examine police practices, strengthen community trust
MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced Friday, June 5 the creation of a Commission on Police Accountability and Reform to examine police practices and strengthen community trust among law enforcement officers in every neighborhood in the city.“The tragic events in recent days and the history of police violence in America underscore the critical need for the City of Milwaukee, and every city across the nation, to take specific actions to examine and transform America’s policing system.
Mayor: Milwaukee bars/restaurants can reopen at 25% capacity Friday
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Thursday, June 4 announced Milwaukee bars and restaurants may reopen at 25% capacity starting Friday, June 5 amid the coronavirus pandemic.Bars and restaurants were forced to close to dine-in customers in March -- and have been limited to pickup and delivery service only.
Mayor again calls for firing of Officer Mattioli, facing homicide charge in Joel Acevedo's death
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, June 1 renewed his call for the firing of Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli, facing a charge of first-degree reckless homicide in connection with the death of Joel Acevedo following a fight inside Mattioli's home near 45th Street and W.
Mayor orders 2nd night of curfew for Milwaukee; 60+ arrests in 48 hours, 20+ businesses damaged
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Sunday, May 31 announced the extension of Milwaukee's curfew for a second night amid ongoing protests over the in-custody death of George Floyd in Minneapolis on Memorial Day.The curfew runs from 9 p.m. Sunday, May 31 through 7 a.m. Monday, June 1.Wisconsin Gov.
'We are not there yet:' Milwaukee leaders push back city's COVID-19 reopening timeline
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said Friday, May 29 that he will not loosen the city's coronavirus restrictions -- yet.
Milwaukee leaders concerned end to evictions ban, delayed rent relief could leave many homeless
MILWAUKEE -- The statewide moratorium on evictions and foreclosures ended earlier this week, allowing landlords to begin filing evictions on Wednesday, May 27.
Milwaukee Election Commission executive director retiring, Mayor Barrett nominates successor
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted on Wednesday to mail absentee ballot applications to most voters for the November election.When those election changes take effect, it will be under new leadership in the City of Milwaukee.
Businesses in Milwaukee Co. set to reopen to customers: 'Make everything as safe as possible'
MILWAUKEE -- Businesses in Milwaukee County will be allowed to reopen their doors at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, May 22 -- except those located in the City of Milwaukee.
Mayor calls on chief to fire MPD officer facing homicide charge; chief says FPC has that authority
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in a letter Wednesday, May 20 to Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales called for the termination of Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli, facing a charge of first-degree reckless homicide in connection with the death of Joel Acevedo, 25, following a fight inside Mattioli's home near 45th Street and W.
Some delegates, candidates to attend DNC in person; details to 'adjust accordingly'
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News learned on Wednesday, May 20 that some delegates and candidates will be in Milwaukee for the summer's Democratic National Convention -- just in time to help jumpstart the local economy.When the 2020 DNC gets underway, Joe Solmonese says Fiserv Forum will be busy.
Mayor Tom Barrett shares specifics on Milwaukee Business Restart Program
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced Wednesday, May 20 specifics on how the Milwaukee Business Restart Program will assist small local businesses as they resume operations.According to a press release, applications for grants through this program will be available beginning Thursday, May 28 and those applications will be accepted over a two week period ending Friday, June 12 .Starting Thursday, businesses can apply at: Milwaukee.gov/restart.A press release says the Milwaukee Business Restart Program is designed to get City of Milwaukee small businesses up and running following setbacks associated with the current COVID-19 pandemic.Grants will be available to businesses established before the end of 2019 with annualized revenue of less than $2-million and 20 or fewer full-time-equivalent employees.