The Week’s Greatest Hits

1. Historic West Side Mansion For Sale

Schuster Mansion is on the market.

May 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

2. World Naked Bike Ride Returns to Milwaukee

‘Bare as you dare’ event will roll into town for sixth year.

May 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

3. City Suspends Northwest Side Tavern-Restaurant

Lush Social Lounge suspended for ‘unacceptable’ operation, vows to improve.

May 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich

4. See Inside the New Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin

First exhibit item has already arrived as facility prepares for 2027 opening.

May 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer

5. Ald. Mark Chambers Attempts To Set Record Straight About Midtown ‘Data Center’

Proposal is ‘nothing even close’ to what is suggested, he says.

May 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

6. A Nigerian Restaurant for Milwaukee

‘People travel to Chicago’ for Nigerian food. Kemola opening soon on Brown Deer Road.

May 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich

7. Council Rejects Unusual Affordable Housing Proposal

But one alderman offers fierce dissent and questions concept of aldermanic privilege.

May 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

8. Common Ground Releases New Allegations Against Veolia

Another whistleblower comes forward, alleging mismanagement and a culture of fear.

May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer

9. Dining: Uncle Wolfie’s Downtown Is Crazily Creative

Lovely interior and a unique brunch menu with delicious, filling dishes.

May 9th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson

10. The Estate Announces Closing

Owner of long-time East Side jazz club explains what led to closure.

May 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

1. Gov. Evers Blasts Tom Tiffany and Lawmakers for Tanking School Funding, Property Tax Relief, Direct Payments to Wisconsinites

May 13th, 2026 by Gov. Tony Evers

2. Big Truck Day Returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 16

Red Arrow Park to host to dozens of big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Fire Department

May 8th, 2026 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21

3. Milwaukee County Parks Announces Reopening of Bender Park Boat Launch Following Major Dredging Project

May 12th, 2026 by Milwaukee County Parks

4. Rep. Christine Sinicki Comments on Gov. Evers’ Disastrous Spending Deal

May 13th, 2026 by State Rep. Christine Sinicki

5. Statement from MMSD

RE: Common Ground Allegations of Veolia Mismanagement & Request for Audit

May 12th, 2026 by Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District

6. Summerfest Announces Admission Promotions for 2026 – 15 Ways to Get in Free

May 11th, 2026 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.

7. Gov. Evers Celebrates $50 Million in Grants for 71 Community Development Projects Across the State, Urges State Building Commission to Approve Funds

Governor urges approval of local community development projects ahead of upcoming State Building Commission meeting

May 8th, 2026 by Gov. Tony Evers

8. Brady Street Business Improvement District Welcomes New Executive Director, Anna Matel Antoine

May 12th, 2026 by Brady Street BID

9. Juneau Beer Garden Opens for the 2026 Season on May 15th

May 13th, 2026 by Milwaukee County Parks

10. Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $248 Million for Local Infrastructure Improvement and Community Development Projects Across Wisconsin

Projects approved by the Commission include $50 million to support 71 local community development projects across the state funded through the Non-State Grant Program

May 13th, 2026 by Gov. Tony Evers