“Building the Water-Centric City”
The Milwaukee Water Council is making a name for itself on the international stage, and is holding its sixth annual summit next week at the Pfister Hotel.
Oct 2nd, 2012
Milwaukee River Marathon and the Tribal Challenge
The Milwaukee River, fitness and participation have replaced the alcohol-fueled street vibe of the old River Splash.
Jun 8th, 2012
RW24 gears up for Year 5 with a record-breaking sellout
For the fifth year of the 24-hour cycling extravaganza known as Riverwest 24, more than 800 slots were sold in 80 minutes.
May 17th, 2012
John Norquist discusses urban schools at Brady Street Forum
Former Milwaukee Mayor spoke about urban schools and the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program at the Tamarack Waldorf School on Brady Street.
Apr 20th, 2012
April 15 – 21
The 100 millionth General Motors car is produced in Janesville, 2,000 people rally against spearfishing, and much more in this week in Wisconsin history.
Apr 19th, 2012
James Lovell and Apollo 13
32 years ago this week, astronaut and Milwaukee native James Lovell's Apollo 13 mission was cut short when an oxygen tank exploded 200,000 miles from Earth.
Apr 11th, 2012
Baseball returns to Milwaukee
A Wisconsin congressman is challenged to a duel, Milwaukee elects a Socialist mayor, and the Milwaukee Brewers take the field for the first time.
Apr 4th, 2012
March 25 – 31
Take a look back at what happened in 1881, 1954, and 1968 in Wisconsin history.
Mar 28th, 2012
Milwaukee Water Council, UWM celebrate UN World Water Day
A documentary produced by three Racine high school students and the three-mile Walk for Water highlighted Milwaukee's inaugural celebration of World Water Day.
Mar 27th, 2012
March 18 – 24
This week, TCD takes a closer look at the 1974 Hortonville Teachers Strike, plus the Milwaukee Braves, the 328-day Allis-Chalmers strike, and more.
Mar 20th, 2012
A local success story
Inspired by her daughters, Kate Almond has started "Underdoodles," a high quality children's clothing line made with 100 percent organic, eco-friendly products.
Mar 16th, 2012
Mining Moratorium Bill passed in 1997
With overwhelming bipartisan support, the Wisconsin state senate passed the Mining Moratorium Bill in 1997, later signed into law by Gov. Tommy Thompson.
Mar 12th, 2012
Schlitz’s beer garden shuts its doors
In 1921, prohibition shut down Milwaukee's famous brewing industry, killing saloons and making breweries struggle to survive.
Mar 5th, 2012
Fighting for equality in Milwaukee
In honor of Black History Month, TCD looks at some of the events that have shaped Wisconsin, including an in depth look at the Eagles Club protests in 1966.
Feb 24th, 2012
Protests begin in Madison
One year ago, a parade of protesters marched to the Capitol to deliver a valentine to Gov. Scott Walker, kicking off a marathon protest in Madison.
Feb 13th, 2012
A senator’s Scare begins
62 years ago, Sen. Joseph McCarthy launched his infamous anti-communism crusade during a speech in West Virginia.
Feb 6th, 2012
A new Milwaukee
166 years ago this week, the townships of Kilbourntown, Juneautown and Walker's Point combined to incorporate as the City of Milwaukee.
Jan 30th, 2012
