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2 DNS inspectors assigned to HACM properties in Milwaukee

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2 years ago

May 6, 2024

2 DNS inspectors assigned to HACM properties in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — The City of Milwaukee’s Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) said it will “begin addressing complaints of residents related to [the] Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) properties” as of Monday, May 6.

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The City of Milwaukee’s Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) said it will “begin addressing complaints of residents related to [the] Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) properties” as of Monday, May 6

Two DNS inspectors were assigned to help HACM residents, according to DNS

HACM has more than 4,000 residences designated for low-income families, seniors and disabled adults in Milwaukee

Two DNS inspectors were assigned to help HACM residents, according to DNS. HACM has more than 4,000 residences designated for low-income families, seniors and disabled adults in Milwaukee.

“We appreciate the patience of HACM residents who have waited for DNS to become more involved with their building concerns,” said DNS commissioner Jezamil Arroyo-Vega. “Now, with dedicated staff, we look forward to ensuring they live in safe housing.”

“This is a historic day. For 80 years, HACM has skated under DNS’ inspection radar — leaving thousands of residents without recourse when HACM has ignored them,” said Kevin Solomon, associate organizer with Common Ground.

The City of Milwaukee Common Council’s steering and rules committee passed an ordinance in Sept. 2023 that granted DNS oversight of HACM property inspections. This came after multiple resident complaints. The Common Council passed the legislation, but required DNS to fill staff vacancies before assigning two dedicated HACM inspectors. After DNS filled those vacancies, two internal candidates took on the inspector positions.

DNS said it has already responded to some safety concerns at HACM properties, including lack of heat in units during cold temperature months.

DNS said HACM residents should contact property managers with any complaints. If property managers are not responsive, HACM residents should then call the Unified Call Center at (414) 286-CITY or submit a complaint online at city.milwaukee.gov/ucc/action.com. Any complaints that fall under DNS jurisdiction would then be sent to the inspectors.

“We kept at it for a year, and it paid off. Now we begin educating residents about DNS, what types of complaints to call in, and how to do so,” said Roye “Chris” Logan, resident president at Mitchell Court, in a statement.

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Milwaukee man identified as victim in shooting that injured four others

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7 hours ago

March 23, 2026

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Milwaukee man identified as victim in shooting that injured four others

A 25-year-old Milwaukee man has been identified as the fatal victim following a shooting that injured five people on the city’s north side.

Simeon I. Calvert was shot on March 21 a little after 11 a.m. at the intersection of North Darien and North 37th streets, according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Calvert was transported to a hospital where he died in the operating room, the medical examiner said.

Four other people were injured in the shooting, ranging in age from 20 to 29 years old.

Police said March 23 that they have “persons of interest” in custody but continue to seek additional information.

The investigation is ongoing, police added, but it is believed that the incident was the result of an argument.

Anyone with any information about the incident is being asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360. To remain anonymous while providing information, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.

This story was updated to add new information.

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Where to catch a Brewers shuttle to American Family Field for 2026 games

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20 hours ago

March 23, 2026

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Where to catch a Brewers shuttle to American Family Field for 2026 games

With Interstate 94 construction ongoing, handing the wheel over to a shuttle driver might be a popular play for Milwaukee Brewers fans heading to American Family Field this season.

Here’s the latest list of hotels and bars partnering with American Family Field for shuttle services.

Business set their own pick-up and drop-off times, so check with your preferred shuttle spot ahead of time to get their schedule. A map off drop-off points can also be found on the Brewers’ website under “Getting to American Family Field.”

Downtown Milwaukee

Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, 2308 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Brewhouse Inn & Suites/On Tap Bar & Restaurant, 1203 N. 10th St.
Milwaukee Brat House, 1013 N. King Drive
Who’s on Third, 1007 N. King Drive

East side Milwaukee and Shorewood

Jack’s American Pub, 1323 E. Brady St.
Milwaukee Brat House, 4022 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood
Vier North, 1832 E. North Ave.

South side Milwaukee and St. Francis

Fin ‘n Feather, 4060 W. Loomis Road
Oscar’s Pub & Grill, 1712 W. Pierce St.
Redbar, 2245 E. St. Francis Ave., St. Francis
Who’s on Layton, 512 W. Layton Ave.

Walker’s Point

MKE City Tours, 215 W. Bruce St.
Fat Daddy’s, 120 W. National Ave.
O’Lydia’s, 338 S. First St.
Steny’s, 800 S. Second St.

Blue Mound Road

Brewski’s Sports Club, 304 N. 76th St.
Balistreri’s Bluemound Inn, 6501 W. Blue Mound Road
Dugout 54, 5328 W. Blue Mound Road
J&B’s Sports Bar & Blue Ribbon Taproom, 5230 W. Blue Mound Road
Kelly’s Bleachers, 5218 W. Blue Mound Road
Magoo’s on the Mound, 5841 W. Blue Mound Road
McGinn’s, 5901 W. Blue Mound Road
Milwaukee Steakhouse, 6024 W. Blue Mound Road
Rounding Third, 6317 W. Blue Mound Road

West side Milwaukee

O’Brien’s Irish American Pub, 4928 W. Vliet St.
Saz’s State House Restaurant, 5539 W. State St.
Spitfires on State, 5018 W. State St.

Wauwatosa

Camp Bar Wauwatosa, 6600 W. North Ave.
Jackson’s Blue Ribbon Pub, 11302 W. Blue Mound Road

West Allis and West Milwaukee

Braun’s Power House, 7100 W. National Ave., West Allis
Flappers Bar, 7527 W. Becher St., West Allis
Fourth-N-Long, 8911 W. National Ave., West Allis
Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee West, 8201 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis
Henry Flach Steakhouse, 9140 W. National Ave., West Allis
Liquid Johnny’s, 540 S. 76th St., West Allis
Natty Oaks, 11505 W. National Ave., West Allis
Paulie’s Pub & Eatery, 8031 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis
Shelby’s National Tap, 9000 W. National Ave., West Allis
Paulie’s Field Trip, 1430 S. 81st St., West Allis
Jackson’s Blue Ribbon Pub of West Milwaukee, 1675 S. 44th St., West Milwaukee
The Ice House, 4238 W. Orchard Ave., West Milwaukee

Pewaukee

Steny’s Pewaukee, N29W24483 Watertown Road, Pewaukee

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Brewers opener arrives amid I-94 construction delays, traffic concerns

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1 day ago

March 22, 2026

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Brewers opener arrives amid I-94 construction delays, traffic concerns

MILWAUKEE – With Milwaukee Brewers baseball returning to American Family Field, fans and officials are preparing for heavy traffic tied to ongoing freeway construction near the stadium.

What we know:

American Family Field sits in the center of the I-94 East-West freeway project, where lane closures and traffic shifts have been in place since November 2025 as crews work to address deteriorating road conditions, traffic demand, high crash rates, and aging bridge design.

With thousands of fans expected for Thursday’s home opener, March 26, both state transportation officials and team leaders say delays will likely increase.

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Officials say traffic patterns around the stadium may take time to adjust as construction and the baseball season overlap.

Local perspective:

“You always get stuck in traffic around this place,” said Max Larsson, a Brewers fan. “Go earlier. There’s always traffic with the construction going on and with it being Opening Day, it’s going to be even worse.”

“It’s going to be a mess. There’s no doubt about that,” said Mike Fleming, a Brewers fan. “It’s going to be a lot worse when the games are on.”

What they’re saying:

“Reopening some of that access around American Family Field. If you are going to the games next week or beyond – just add some extra time,” said Jason Roselle of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. “There is a little bit of traffic shifting out there so it is going to take a little bit longer to get in and out of the stadium.”

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Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger said the team is taking additional steps to help keep traffic moving, including hiring three sheriff’s deputy crews and a tow truck to quickly clear disabled vehicles from the freeway.

“We’ve got three additional sheriff’s deputy crews that we hired who are going to help with traffic,” he said.

The team says it will be a learning process throughout the season as fans and drivers adjust to changing traffic patterns.

What you can do:

The Brewers also have a dedicated page outlining traffic routes and detours. More can be found at WisDOT’s website as well.

The Source: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Milwaukee Brewers provided information in this report.

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