Uptown

WEDC Announces $1.5 Million in Grants to Support Small Businesses Across Wisconsin

Funding will enable local organizations to assist with building improvements and other financial support

Pond Hockey Tournament Returns to the Rink at Center Street Park

Public Favors Stadium Freeway Removal

WisDOT finds great public support for replacing much of stadium freeway with a boulevard.

Creative Grounds Vendor Fair in Milwaukee’s Harambee Neighborhood

A Community Marketplace With Vendors in Mind

Why the Pathfinders Union Struggle Matters

Workers at many nonprofits are under-paid and overworked, with high turnover.

MPD Launches the 2025 Operation Summer Guardian

A Final Public Meeting On Converting Stadium Freeway to Boulevard

Wednesday meeting will include 3 alternatives for rebuilding freeway.

Uptown Crossing BID #16 Welcomes New Executive Director, Montavius Jones

The Story of Tricklebee Cafe

Eight years ago the pay-what-you-can restaurant on 44th and North opened. Against all odds it's a success.

Pond Hockey Tournament Returns to Center Street Park

2024 Wrap: County Executive David Crowley Reflects on 2024 Accomplishments

Travis Chambers, Founder and President of Uptown Society, has released a 4-part docuseries exclusively on Redgrade.tv

The series explores his transformation from DJ to community leader.

Fast Food and Convenience Store Approved For North Avenue

Power Hour Depot to sell quick meals and groceries in Washington Park neighborhood.

Festivals On Land and Water Will Takeover Milwaukee

Hoancoming, Irish Fest and much more.

Growing MKE Plan Suffers Sudden Growing Pains

Much criticism, fears of gentrification at hearing from central city residents.

Jackson’s Soul Food Plans Second Location

First opened in February 2023, the soul food restaurant plans second location on Fond du Lac Ave.

See The Design Concepts To Replace Stadium Freeway

More than 10 alternatives released for the northside freeway spur.

Public Meeting On Freeway-To-Boulevard Project

Community input sought on proposal to convert Stadium Freeway to boulevard.

Senator Baldwin Champions Investments for Child Care, Mental Health, and Affordable Housing

Baldwin: “I’m proud to have worked with both parties to give hardworking Wisconsin families the economic security they need and deserve”

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Southeastern Wisconsin in Government Funding Legislation

Baldwin secured support for affordable housing, critical infrastructure, public safety, and more

Baldwin Brings Home Over $211 Million for Dozens of Wisconsin Projects

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Approving $1 Million for Affordable and Emergency Housing

This will be the first project in the State of Wisconsin to merge crisis beds with permanent affordable-rate housing

Crowley Signs First in State Housing Proposal

$1 million to provide emergency shelter for people in crisis and affordable-rate apartments.

Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building

Five Points Lofts, first proposed in 2020, is finally becoming reality.

Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park

Plus: A controversial penguin project is funded, funding for southside dog park is paused and 'high-impact' parks projects are funded.

Marcus Performing Arts Center to Receive $15,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts

Funding supports diverse performing artists and engagement activities as part of the 2023/24 MPAC Dance, Jazz, and Student Matinee Series

Unique Housing Project Planned for Uptown Neighborhood

Project near 50th and North first in state to include both affordable rentals and crisis beds.

Marcus Performing Arts Center Launches “Culture Collective,” Showcasing Prominent Artists of Color

As part of the 2023/24 MPAC Presents Series, the Culture Collective features 7 shows

Indeed Brewing Names New Key Executive As CEO Step Backs

Plus: ZimKnives opens storefront and Ben & Jerry's plans Third Ward scoop shop.

Toy Dimension Store Owner Fights To Keep Business Alive

Collectibles store owner suffered back-to-back strokes.

Dollar General Will Replace CVS At Center And Lisbon

Discount retailer filling vacant store at busy intersection.

Riverwest Is a Melting Pot

Its historic mix of cultures and ethnicities continues to this day and, and creates a unique walk.

Center Street Daze Festival Saturday August 12 11-7pm

E. Center Street from Humboldt to Holton Centerstreetdazefestival.com

HartFest Brings BBQ and the Blues to Tosa June 16-17

HartFest, presented by Lakefront Brewery, is all new for 2023, featuring a judged BBQ competition and live blues music

Red Snapper Reopens With New Menu, Management

The counter-service seafood restaurant hosted a grand reopening in early June.

On the Bayou Relocates, Pivots to Catering

Business now operates from northside commercial kitchen.

West Side Freeway-to-Boulevard Study Advances

City has first-of-its-kind formal role in study of 1.5-mile Highway 175.

Wisconsin Loses Out on Stadium Freeway Grant

City-county-state effort sought $2 million grant to study converting it to a boulevard.

Jackson’s Soul Food Opens in Uptown

Jerk chicken, ribs, smothered pork chops and catfish are among soul food options at new restaurant.

Milwaukee Businesses Receive Funding from Commercial Revitalization Grant Program

In 2022, more than $1.5 million in grant funding was awarded to 50 local businesses for property renovations and improvements

New Restaurant for Uptown Neighborhood

Jackson's Soul Food Redefined would open on 45th and Center.

New Restaurant Would Bring Home Cooking to Uptown Neighborhood

Jazz'z Kitchen is expected to open Nov. 15 near the corner of W. Center St. and 51st St.

Dawg City Joining North Avenue Market

Chicago-style hot dogs will soon be available at the westside food hall.

North Avenue Market Opens Wednesday

New food hall brings food, drink, gathering space to former bank building on 59th and North.

MPD launches Operation Summer Guardian

Scratch Ice Cream Opens Brookfield Location

Plus: Maria's Pizza and The Loaded Slate close, a new smoothie place opens on Layton Avenue.

Ruby J’s Planned for Uptown

New family restaurant would serve all-American breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Should Milwaukee Remove A Second Freeway?

1.5-mile-long Wisconsin Highway 175, formerly US 41, could become a boulevard.

Bublr Rolling Out Hundreds of E-Bikes, 26 New Stations

New e-bikes are "awesome" and "extremely fun" says Mayor Johnson.

Ranell Washington Will Lead WHEDA Board

Washington, an experienced banker, replaces Ivan Gamboa.

Mekong Cafe Hurt By Power Outage

Outpouring of community support helps small family business serving southeast Asian food.

Video Gaming Oasis Expanding

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news includes lots of projects.

Curfew Tickets During Protests Look Biased

Black residents hit by 64% of curfew violations during Milwaukee’s Spring 2020 protests.

Pay What You Can For Fresh Produce

At Greater Good(s) MKE, 5205 W. North Ave., some pay less, some more than listed price.

Milwaukee Developers Plan 959 Affordable Apartments

Plus: First tenants announced for North Avenue Market

2020 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced

23rd annual awards program goes virtual, but still finds 31 winners across the city.

Aggressive Police Escalate Violence at Protests?

Research shows this, experts say. Former Madison police chief calls on cops to ditch riot gear and tear gas.

Bucks Player Canvases for Early Voting

Point guard George Hill joins Common Ground volunteers going door to door.

Business Update

Kenosha business owner declines President Trump photo-op as Trump again fails to bring community together and meet the moment

Jacob Blake Handcuffed to Hospital Bed

Groups call for Kenosha law enforcement leaders resignation or dismissal.

A Farmhouse Seeks Historic Designation

Old home on 51st and North, once on city's rural fringe, likely to be designated.

New Season of Wisconsin Foodie Debuts New Host Chef Luke Zahm

New Episodes of Wisconsin Foodie Air Thursdays on Public Television Starting January 16

Washington Nominated To City Plan Board

Town Bank VP Ranell Washington would replace his former coworker on commission.

Pattee, Urbal Tea Partner on New Cafe

Developer buying building on S.13th St. in Polonia neighborhood for cafe and tea factory.

Best Mac ‘n Cheese in the State?

Plus: More Mexican for Bay View, more sausages for West Allis.

Bittercube Opening in Uptown Neighborhood

Developer Ryan Pattee brings bitters manufacturer to west side neighborhood.

New Taco Place for West Center Street

Freddy's Tacos, on 45th and Center, is convenient for Sherman Park and Uptown residents.

Center Street Daze Festival 2018

Saturday, August 4th 2018, 11AM to 7PM, Rain or Shine On Center Street between Holton and Humboldt

Harassment Plagues Low-Wage Workers

Many women feel powerless to report it, fear loss of job.

Nessun Dorma The 13th Owner of Bar

Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987.

Empty Storefronts Conference Scores Again

Annual conference on how to revitalize main street back in Milwaukee for its third year.

Bublr Bikes Installs 60th Station!

More stations coming in October

Quarters Is Very Old School

It's the old Riverwest, not the new, for cheap beer and hard rock.

Sherman Park Has Been a Melting Pot

Tracing the neighborhood’s German, Jewish and African American heritage.

State leaders, local officials to celebrate downtown successes on Wisconsin Main Street Day, Aug. 22

#WIMainSt Day tour featuring Lt. Gov. Kleefisch and other leaders comes as state announces newest members of downtown revitalization program

City Moves Forward on Highway 175

70 trees planted at Lisbon Ave. terminus of old Highway 41.

A School for Construction Skills

Business owner's job training center will employ inner city workers.

Rebuilt DeBack Playground wins Mayor’s Design Award

It features a 90-foot zipline, walking track, fitness equipment, permeable pavement basketball courts, challenging toddler elements, and a 10-foot tall rope dome.

Jazz Estate’s South Side Chic

Bought by Bryant's owner, who added some of its plush, padded style.

New Downtown Steakhouse Coming

Plus: new Third Ward sandwich shop, new Jazz Estate, new strip club (maybe).

MKE Plays ready to transform Marcus DeBack Playground

Friday news event will include unveiling of major improvements at playground – one of six playground upgrades planned for Milwaukee during 2016

Comet Still Rocks the House

A fun happy hour, good food, and a rock vibe: they promote and love WMSE.

Wisconsin Falling Behind on Renewable Energy

These businesses spend much of their time battling political opposition in Wisconsin, an expert notes.