Durst: The GOP Soap Opera
Durst

The GOP Soap Opera

It's the Republican Reality TV show, where the last person voted off the island becomes the next Red American Idol.

Threads: Fashion advice column
Threads

Fashion advice column

Got fashion questions? TCD Fashion Director Kimberly Gomez has the answers. This week, Kimberly helps a new mom find professional office wear.

State Senators bring civility tour to Milwaukee

State Senators bring civility tour to Milwaukee

After last year's massive tear in Wisconsin's bipartisan tradition, two state senators are working to bring civility and camaraderie back to the state.

Riverwest private dorm recommended for denial by City Plan Commission

Riverwest private dorm recommended for denial by City Plan Commission

Trinitas Ventures' request for a change in zoning, from Industrial Light 2 to Detail Plan Development, was recommended for denial by the City Plan Commission at the February 6th, 2012 meeting.

Gregory Martens, TCD’s Artist of the Month

Gregory Martens, TCD’s Artist of the Month

Cancer specialists gave Greg Martens a year to live in 2006. Today, he's an artist, about to finish his MFA.

On Stage 2/7: Music, dance, art, theater — what’s not to love?
On Stage 2/7

Music, dance, art, theater — what’s not to love?

An acclaimed college choir visits the Marcus Center, self-taught artists go on display at MAM, and both Wild Space and Broadminded offer appetizing fare.

Soundbites, by the playlist: RadioMilwaukee at Iron Horse
Soundbites, by the playlist

RadioMilwaukee at Iron Horse

88.9 hosts "Soundbites," where nine Milwaukee chefs team with nine RadioMilwaukee DJs to create a unique sensory experience at the Iron Horse Hotel.

Flamenco Vivo: “Jaleo” (“hell-raising”) in South Milwaukee
Flamenco Vivo

“Jaleo” (“hell-raising”) in South Milwaukee

Carlota Santana's flamenco troupe brings Spanish culture to the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center.

Embrace Brew City’s Beauty

Embrace Brew City’s Beauty

Jim Gaffigan, renowned comedian and native Milwaukeean by marriage, does a routine about how much easier life is for beautiful people. “Think about it,” he says, “If a stranger smiles at you and they’re attractive, you think, ‘Oh, they’re nice,’ but if a stranger’s ugly, you’re like, ‘What do they want? Get away from me, weirdo!’”

Kayhan Kalhor and Brooklyn Rider sublime at Alverno

Kayhan Kalhor and Brooklyn Rider sublime at Alverno

The Iranian virtuoso and American string quartet collaborate to create a rich tapestry of sound that blends East and West.

Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 6. February 2012

Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 6. February 2012

State bill revives idea of busing sales tax in Milwaukee County By Sean Ryan Park East could be in play for Kohl’s By Tom Daykin Share Park East could be in play for Kohl’s By Tom Daykin City Hall clash stalling development plans By Tom Daykin Video: Daykin discusses 27th St. development By Tom Daykin Dedicated bike and pedestrian funding falls in committee vote By Tom Held Northridge owner plans redevelopment despite setbacks By Stacy Vogel Davis Cycles By Dave Schlabowske New John Doe investigation targets Democratic supervisor By Dan Bice House Transportation Bill Reverses Decades of Progress By Kevin Hardman Ald. Bauman Condemns Sheriff’s Fear-Mongering Over Transit Security By James Rowen Still Time to Save Cycling By Dave Schlabowske Bugline Trail paving project causing controversy By Laura Langemo Barrett to face primary in mayoral race By Larry Sandler Petri leads push to preserve money for bike, pedestrian projects By Tom Held Public art finalists selected By Michael Timm 1/17/12 Minneapolis Transportation & Public Works Committee By Alex Bauman Remarkable Milwaukee: A discussion without limits By Stephanie Beecher Streetcars electrify Kenosha’s tourism, transportation options By Royal Griggs New business brewing in Lindsay Heights By Kenya Evans Schiltz Park financing closed with U.S. Bank By The BizTimes Daily Biddle is right; long-term solution needed for transit By Ernst-Ulrich Franzen Schlitz Park RiverCenter renovations begin this week By Tom Daykin A recipe for a remarkable Milwaukee By Mary Louise Schumacher Financing complete for two new Mandel Group projects By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers Milwaukee streetcar receives federal approval By Sean Ryan Milwaukee streetcar receives federal approval By Sean Ryan Federal officials respond to Milwaukee streetcar utility, cost concerns By Sean Ryan Streetcar project gets federal backing By Larry Sandler Democrats introduce Workforce Mobility Act to reinvest in public transit system By Trisha Bee App design: there’s a class for that By John Parnon Crew begins deep tunnel video inspection By Don Behm Profiting from problematic parking By Stephanie Schmidt Milwaukee County looks at changing pension program By Steve Schultze Pete’s Fruit Market expanded and celebrated Grand Opening By milwaukeecourieronline.com

Milwaukee County’s south suburbs seek full-time supervisor

Milwaukee County’s south suburbs seek full-time supervisor

After a lack of representation by outgoing Supervisor Paul Cesarz, residents of Milwaukee County's 9th District have the chance for a full-time supervisor.