The Week’s Greatest Hits

1. Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Third Ward Building Could Be Razed

Developers want to tear down 1884 building, a longtime tavern vacant since 2013.

Feb 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene

2. New Walker’s Point Bar Opens This Weekend

Japanese culture-inspired Red Maple MKE features handcrafted decor and craft cocktails. A restaurant is coming later.

Feb 16th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich

3. Eyes on Milwaukee: City Reverses Course, Approves Northridge Menards Self Storage

Multiple city committees balked at proposal in 2022. Why the reversal?

Feb 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene

4. Crabby’s Will Be Renamed Francisco’s

South Side Italian spot returns to its original name, reflecting menu changes.

Feb 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich

5. Plats and Parcels: New Apartments For 1st and National

Plus: A rundown of affordable housing projects seeking financing and a recap of the week’s real estate news.

Feb 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene

6. Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

With no dissent, court rules against big-box retailers’ tax reduction strategy.

Feb 17th, 2023 by Henry Leonard

7. Shoreline Acquires The Cudahy Tower

Historic downtown apartment building sold by Cudahy family.

Feb 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene

8. Murphy’s Law: Rep. LaKeshia Myers Is a Double Dipper

Working as public school teacher and administrator while serving in Legislature, getting two full time salaries.

Feb 14th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy

9. Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades

Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.

Feb 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene

10. Community Rallies Around Lopez Bakery

When owners fell on hard times, customers and local businesses organized fundraisers to help.

Feb 14th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich

1. License suspended for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

Feb 10th, 2023 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation

2. BBB Warning: Consumers should use caution when responding to warranty mailers

Jun 1st, 2020 by Wisconsin Better Business Bureau

3. Marquette University engineering dean named Imprint Award winner by Professional Dimensions

Feb 13th, 2023 by Marquette University

4. Rep. Myers Responds to Urban Milwaukee Article Alleging “Double Dipping”

Feb 15th, 2023 by State Rep. LaKeshia Myers

5. Suspect Criminally Charged in Connection to a Cold Case 1990 Homicide

Feb 15th, 2023 by Milwaukee Police Department

6. Ambassador Hotel Celebrates its 95th Anniversary Year by Adding Trademark® Collection by Wyndham Flag

Feb 13th, 2023 by Ambassador Hotel

7. Fight or Flight: Helicopter Owners Should Have a Heart on Valentine’s Day

Statement of Alderman Scott Spiker February 14, 2023

Feb 14th, 2023 by Ald. Scott Spiker

8. Gov. Evers Announces Statewide Initiatives to Ensure Safe, Affordable Rental Units and Housing

Governor’s plan improves rental unit safety, rehabilitates blighted properties, expands renter protections

Feb 12th, 2023 by Gov. Tony Evers

9. Forest Home Historic Preservation Association Names First Executive Director

Feb 16th, 2023 by Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum

10. Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Keep Major League Baseball, Brewers in Milwaukee for 20 More Years

Governor’s budget invests portion of state’s historic surplus to improve American Family Field, saving taxpayers over $200 million and generating $400 million in revenue through 2043

Feb 14th, 2023 by Gov. Tony Evers