Walker’s Point

What Does A Rising Assessment Mean For My Taxes?

The average property value increased 6% in Milwaukee. How will that affect you?

Indian Restaurant Closing in Walker’s Point

Ruta's will close at the end of April, with tentative plans to seek a new location.

New Taco Truck Coming to Zocalo

Chucho’s to bring its signature birria red tacos and other Mexican eats to southside food park.

Anodyne Union Says Owners Cutting Wages Amid Contract Battle

Union and ownership group bargaining a contract. Owners cutting wages, union says.

Celebrate 25 Years of the Hank Aaron State Trail at the 6th Annual Spring Ride & Launch of Lakefront’s Bike & Pedestrian Pocket Park

Launch of Eastern Trailhead

It’s a Big Week in Milwaukee

Events include Milwaukee Film Fest, Gallery Night, Record Store Day and Keg Standup.

“My Brother’s Killer” Criminologist Revisits Kenosha Cold Case

Investigator seeks answers to 1983 murder of Eric Hansen

Bars & Recreation Brings Axe MKE Experience to NorthSouth Club

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in March

4 new arrivals include two Mexican restaurants, counter-service cafe and comedy club.

Green Baked Goods Closing Walker’s Point Cafe

The business will continue online and at special events.

A Weekend of Easter Egg Hunts and Gaming

Plus: The Laughing Tap reopens

Game-and-Book Store Opens in Walker’s Point

Tabletop Bookshelf offers independent tabletop gaming manuals, gathering space.

Milwaukee Celebrates First Park Named For Latina Leader

Clementina Castro Park part of a larger trend to recognize female leaders.

Mexican Restaurant Opens in Silver City

La Chinampa launches second brick-and-mortar ahead of National Ave. rebuild.

One of City’s Oldest Homes Will Be Razed, Not Relocated

New apartment building will replace home once planned for relocation.

Milwaukee Could Cash In If Subsidized Housing Deals Overperform

New claw-back rules tie future profits to public subsidies.

Cafe India Owner Buys Airport Hotel, Opens Mango Leaf Bar & Grill

Rakesh Rehan adds a fusion restaurant and major event space at Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport.

Eco-Friendly Refill Store Opening in Milwaukee

New storefront will offer low-waste home and body products, plus refills by the ounce.

$14.1 Million Plan Targets Safer Streets In Walker’s Point, Valley, Westown

TIF funds would pay for repaving, new lighting and bike lanes in three key areas.

Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes Funding for Improved Public Safety

Sign Pledges That Fixture Pizza Pub Will Reopen

But permit, license activity and court records currently paint a different picture.

Anime Milwaukee Takes Over Downtown

Plus: Steampunk at the Domes.

Brand Milwaukee Forum to Examine How Local Creatives Can Help Redefine the City’s Image

Culture x Design launches civic forum series to strengthen Milwaukee’s creative economy through entrepreneurship support and storytelling.

Lithographer Cynthia Brinich-Langlois’ Solo Show, “Inklings” Will Enchant Grove Gallery With Ecological Fantasy

Show opening on March 20th, 2026 from 5-9pm

Ex Fabula Presents Community Storytelling Events for Spring 2026

Manufacturer Plans Facility on 27th Street

Big idea, with connection to high-end retailers, would launch in small building.

John Sieger Takes The Stage at Anodyne

Plus: Don't miss the first Harbor Lights winter art experience Saturday.

The Laughing Tap Returns in March

After nine-month hiatus, comedy club reopens in Downtown with week-long celebration.

New Walker’s Point Developments Include Special ‘Safety Valve’ Clause

City revises TIF policy to get deal done with New Land.

Milwaukee Democrat Faces Primary Challenger

Challenger will take on three-term Democrat who has fallen out of favor with colleagues.

Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Announces Historic Relocation and Launch of Special Relocation Campaign

Fixture Pizza is Closed Indefinitely

Company connected to pizzeria has more than $100,000 in unpaid taxes, owner incarcerated.

One of Milwaukee’s Oldest Houses Could Be Moved

Plus: Walker's Point factory coming down.

Finally a Deal on 2 Walker’s Point Apartment Developments

New Land's 85-unit and 62-unit complexes to get city subsidy after 3-way fight settled.

Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes Two New TIDs to Expand Workforce Housing Opportunities

Proposed TIDs to support New Land Enterprises developments in Walker’s Point

New Developer Applies To Redevelop Walker’s Point Buildings

Revived proposal would give new life to Cream City brick buildings.

Small Change Coffee Shop Opening Next Week

Bay View salon expanding with public-facing cafe serving coffee, tea, pastries.

Architecture Firm Moving to Milwaukee

Influential firm TKWA will relocate from Cedarburg.

TKWA Moving Office

Bars and Restaurants Announce Closures, Shortened Hours Due To Cold

Several closures planned as wind chills are anticipated to reach -40.

More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone

The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.

Milwaukee Nabs 4 James Beard Nominations

Chefs and restaurants in Bay View, Walker's Point, scored semifinalist slots.

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2026 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

Draft & Co. Opens Downtown

The long-awaited bar and grill is open for business at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.

Art, Bulls and Goblins

Winter Gallery Night, PBR Unleash the Beast, the Goblin King Masquerade and more.

117 New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in Milwaukee in 2025

The variety, passion and fun on display make the city more exciting.

5 Festive Milwaukee Pop-Ups

Visit these decked-out bars before the holiday season ends.

Former Stack’d Becoming Mexican Restaurant

Restaurateur continuing family tradition on 1st Street.

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

More than $3.5 million awarded through Packers Foundation grants in 2025

Holiday Drone Show Saturday Night

Plus: Plenty of indoor events to celebrate the holidays.

The National Cafe is Closed

Walker's Point business is latest casualty amid a difficult time for independent restaurants.

New Restaurant For Silver City

La Chinampa will expand its footprint—and menu—in the former Shalom space.

A Different Bookstore For Walker’s Point

Tabletop Bookshelf, specializing in indie role-playing games, plans brick-and-mortar location.

Indeed Previews Black Friday Beer Release

C.R.E.A.M., now available for preorder, evokes apple pie a la mode.

National Pop-Ups Returning to Milwaukee Bars

Sippin' Santa and Miracle on 2nd St open later this month with festive drinks and decor.

Jewelry Store Moving to Bay View

After months of delays, Cival getting closer to launching new KK Ave. location.

Popular Drag Venue Could Return

Well-known bar and grill could open in Walker's Point, help revive faltering Milwaukee scene.

Five Halloween Pop-Ups Offering Frights, Flights and Food

Milwaukee businesses are really getting into the Halloween spirit.

Hot Spell Sauna Spending Winter in McKinley Marina

Nordic-style sauna business reopens for winter in new location.

See Inside New Downtown Tavern

Your Office opens Wednesday with fun decor, drinks and all-day food menu.

Entrepreneur-Focused Cafe Is Closing

BizStarts Community Market's last day is Nov. 22, but organization will continue.

No More Tea Parties, Comedy Club Moving Downtown

The Laughing Tap setting up shop in George Watts building.

A Boo-eautiful Weekend Awaits

Halloween is two weeks away, but Halloween events start now.

Fall Gallery Night MKE is tomorrow (Oct. 17) and Saturday (Oct. 18)

Milwaukee Has Its First ‘Innovation District’

City aims to cut red tape while Wantable Cafe leader seeks to create tech cluster.

Council Adopts Legislation Creating Milwaukee’s first Innovation Distric

Baristas Battle Private Equity In Unionization Effort

After a unanimous vote to unionize, Anodyne workers allege FairWave is “weaponizing” the NLRB appeals process.

Henricksen Relocates Milwaukee Headquarters to Historic Eagleknit Building

MobCraft Hosting Grand Reopening Party

Weekend-long celebration includes cribbage tournament, guests brews and free yoga class.

From Crosswalks to City Hall – Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Calls on City Leaders to Paint Equity Into Budget

Rainbow Crosswalk Shines as Center Pushes for Lasting LGBTQ+ Investment

New Rainbow Crosswalks Mark Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ History

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project leads installation.

Cannabis Lounge Opens in Walker’s Point

Canna Bloom Farmacy offers flower, extracts, edibles and infused beverages in a social setting.

Anodyne Refusing to Bargain With Workers’ Union

After election win, Anodyne workers demand ownership group come to bargaining table.

Midwest SAD Opens in Walker’s Point

Bakery's second location now serving baked goods, coffee, beer and more on 6th Street.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in September

Six new additions include Vietnamese eatery, seafood spot and two breweries.

Creation of Milwaukee’s first Innovation District approved at Committee

WI Tech Month 2025: The Future is Built Here

Celebrating Five Years of Innovation, Community, and Growth

Milwaukee Launches First Innovation District in Walker’s Point

Public-private partnership between City leadership and community innovators aims to drive inclusive growth and new opportunities

Iron Horse Legal Dispute Ends With Lender Taking Over

Hotel continues to operate, now with new owner.

Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Mayoral Proclamation

To Hell & Back Vintage Announces New Walkers Point Location

MobCraft Beer is Back in Business

Less than a year after closure, brewery has reopened under new ownership.

Fall Gallery Night MKE Returns October 17 & 18

Bay View Bash Takes Over KK

Plus: A slow roll bike ride, Puerto Rican festival and Bean Plant Block Party.

Ald. Coggs to receive Create Wisconsin’s Creative Community Champion Award

Alderwoman will also participate in key panel discussion on arts

Developer Buys Large Site Near Airport

Property once housed Milwaukee's second-largest hotel.