The Week’s Hot Topics
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Most popular articles in the past week.
1. The Crazy “Bay View Prius Lady”
72-year-old reckless driver now has song, music video by local band Two and a Half Stars.
May 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
2. Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Old World Third St. Bar
Live Block plans updated to include 2,045-square-foot building alongside beer garden.
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
3. Murphy’s Law: Lena Taylor Against the World
Democratic legislator’s press conference was a declaration of war — against everybody.
May 10th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
4. Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony’s Grand Theatre Plan Moves Forward
Council, Plan Commission okay separate parts of development transforming W. Wisconsin Ave.
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
5. Eyes on Milwaukee: New Renderings, Restaurants for Urbanite
More details emerge about the 13-story, 153-unit East Side apartment tower.
May 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
6. Murphy’s Law: About That Deficit, Sen. Johnson
Debt was Ron Johnson’s obsession — until he helped Trump create the biggest deficit in 75 years.
May 8th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
7. Op Ed: Foxconn Deal Will Actually Lose Jobs
That $4 billion, if spent in usual fashion by state government, would create far more jobs.
May 11th, 2018 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
8. Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Breaks Ground on New Building
$18.5 million building for Physician Assistant program MU hopes will become tops in the nation.
May 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
9. Plats and Parcels: Bay View Businesses Rebel Against BID
In a city with many BIDs, should others worry about such challenges?
May 6th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
10. Data Wonk: Trickle Up Economics
The Great Recession’s huge impact on employment shows why trickle down doesn’t work.
May 9th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Press Releases
Most popular press releases in the past week.
1. Since 2010, Minnesota’s economy has outperformed Wisconsin’s by virtually every available measure
Since taking office in 2010, Governors Dayton and Walker have pursued vastly different state economic policy agendas
May 8th, 2018 by Economic Policy Institute
2. Florentine Opera Announces the Resignation of William Florescu, General Director
The Florentine has commenced a search for Mr. Florescu’s replacement to begin the 2018/2019 season.
May 9th, 2018 by Florentine Opera Company
3. View MKE to Offer Globally Influenced Cuisine with a Local Point of View at 1818 N. Hubbard St.
New owner, manager and chefs from city’s finest restaurants to launch dining experience celebrating local sights, friendly gatherings and Milwaukee’s diverse heritage
May 7th, 2018 by View MKE
4. Amid Budget Impasse, Gov. Scott Walker to Beg President Trump for a Re-Election Federal Bailout
In a memo released today, Walker proposed asking the federal government for $300 million in long-term borrowing to fill holes in his transportation budget.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
5. Sculpture Milwaukee gives Wisconsin Avenue some LOVE
Robert Indiana work newly added to 2018 installation
May 9th, 2018 by Sculpture Milwaukee
6. Charisse Daniels Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin’s 37th Assembly District
Daniels will prioritize public safety, education, and an economy that works for everyone.
May 7th, 2018 by Charisse Daniels
7. Foxconn Deal Proving Lucrative … For Donors to Gov. Walker’s Campaign
Companies Whose Owners and Families Have Given $359,000 Land No-Bid Contracts for $4.5 Billion Taxpayer Subsidized Foxconn Project
May 7th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
8. Four high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report
Rufus King in the top ten high schools in the state
May 11th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
9. Summerfest 2018 Daily Admission Promotions Announced
All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid Gate Promotions Booth, which is located at the Mid Gate Plaza.
May 7th, 2018 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
10. NEA Awards $50,000 Grant to Support Development of Beerline Trail
Local project is one of 60 receiving funding nationwide
May 10th, 2018 by Mayor Tom Barrett
