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Larry Sandler

Larry Sandler has been writing about Milwaukee-area news for more than 30 years. He covered City Hall and transportation for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, after reporting on county government, business and education for the former Milwaukee Sentinel. At the Journal Sentinel, he won a Milwaukee Press Club award for his investigation of airline security. He's been freelancing since late 2012, with a focus on local government, politics and transportation. His contributions to Milwaukee Magazine have included in-depth articles about our lively local politics, prized cultural assets and evolving transportation options. Larry grew up in Chicago and now lives in Glendale.



June 1, 2022Insider Magazine People Politics Q&A

How Can the Milwaukee Police Department Improve Community Relations?

Chief Jeffrey Norman answers that and more in this wide-ranging MilMag interview.

May 3, 2022News & Politics

Are This Spur Freeway’s Days Numbered?

Prodded by local leaders, the state will study replacing the Stadium North Freeway with a boulevard with the goal of reunifying West Side neighborhoods.

April 8, 2022Politics

Cavalier Johnson Made History in More Ways Than One

Not only did he become Milwaukee’s first elected Black mayor, but he also won his first term by a margin not seen in at least 122 years.

February 18, 2022Politics

Who Voted for Whom in the Mayoral Primary?

Primary results show Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson appealing across racial lines as he and ex-Ald. Bob Donovan advance to general election

January 25, 2022Politics

What to Watch for in the Milwaukee Mayoral Primary

With seven candidates in the race, every percentage point counts, and their previous campaigns may not help predict the outcome of this one.

December 7, 2021Politics

History Is on Hold in Milwaukee Mayor’s Race

A crowded and diverse field lines up to replace Barrett, but no one is sure how long U.S. Senate politics will keep their campaigns waiting.

October 5, 2021News & Politics Sports

Where Did the Playoffs Payoff Go? It Wasn’t to the City

The Bucks’ NBA victory produced some $3 million in tax revenue – but without a municipal sales tax, none of that went to the city.

August 31, 2021Insider Magazine People

Tearman Spencer’s First Year as City Attorney Has Been Marked by Turmoil

After a chaotic first year for Milwaukee’s city attorney, former staffers describe a reign of fear, sexism and potential ethical violations.

August 25, 2021Politics

Who’s in Charge of Milwaukee if Barrett Becomes Ambassador to Luxembourg?

Council President Johnson would take over – until a special election that’s likely to be intensely competitive

July 13, 2021Politics

Milwaukee’s Summer Services Are Limited Thanks to County Staffing Shortages

Food service concessions and popular attractions like the zoo’s zip line are cutting hours or temporarily closing for lack of employees

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