Behind the scenes at ArtWorks for Milwaukee

Behind the scenes at ArtWorks for Milwaukee

The local nonprofit is designed to help high school students learn real-world vocational skills in a creative, self-reflective environment.

Plenty of Horne: Mayor Says Streetcar is “Trojan Horse”
Plenty of Horne

Mayor Says Streetcar is “Trojan Horse”

Streetcar will be first leg of what he hopes will be a more extensive rail system.

Where Dogs Go To Die

Where Dogs Go To Die

Critics of the MADACC animal shelter say it doesn’t do enough to prevent dogs from being euthanized.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Taxis for Milwaukee?
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Taxis for Milwaukee?

Bauman's proposal would drastically increase the number of cabs, and a recent court decision makes change more likely.

TCD Art Date: Kat’s Great Big Gallery Night Guide
TCD Art Date

Kat’s Great Big Gallery Night Guide

It's Gallery Night, and there are a lot of new art shows and one-night-only happenings. Where to go and what to see? TCD's Kat Murrell has you covered – now with updated suggestions from Jessica Sattell.

Threads: Wearing green the right way for Earth Day
Threads

Wearing green the right way for Earth Day

What exactly is sustainable clothing? The best way to be eco-friendly is to plant a tree, buy pre-owned clothes, & support charities for Earth Day in Milwaukee.

Prometheus Trio closes season with flair

Prometheus Trio closes season with flair

The Prometheus plays sparkling trios by Turina, Beethoven and Mendelssohn.

Murphy’s Law: Myths About a New NBA Arena
Murphy’s Law

Myths About a New NBA Arena

In their zeal to build new, publicly-funded arena, proponents are misleading the community.

The Fight Against Wisconsin’s Iron Mine

The Fight Against Wisconsin’s Iron Mine

Tribal leaders, environmentalists and local officials have united to fight a massive mine which could be toxic to a water-rich area known as “Wisconsin’s Everglades.”

MKE This Week: Galleries Galore
MKE This Week

Galleries Galore

Spring Gallery Night is the big arts event of the week, but don't neglect new shows at the Marcus Center, Quasimondo, Wisconsin Conservatory and Alverno Presents.

First Stage: “Jackie (Robinson) and Me”
First Stage

“Jackie (Robinson) and Me”

A boy touches a baseball card and travels back in time to meet the first African-American player in Major League Baseball.

City Business: Style’s Superior Barbershop
City Business

Style’s Superior Barbershop

Serving the MLK neighborhood for 40 years, Styles has become a key community institution.