The Week’s Greatest Hits

1. Murphy’s Law: Tom Tiffany’s On a Roll. It’s Not Good

And Francesca Hong stumbles badly in CNN story.

May 27th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy

2. Harold’s Chicken Comes to Milwaukee

Illinois-based chicken chain with nearly 50 locations in U.S. coming to northwest side.

Apr 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich

3. 200 Acres Along Lake Superior Now Protected for Longest National Trail

National Park Service buys land for 4,800-mile scenic trail from North Dakota to Vermont.

May 25th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding

4. Plenty of Horne: The Long Run of Tony DePalma and Y-NOT II

DePalma died at age 86, after running his unique bar for 55 years.

May 25th, 2026 by Michael Horne

5. Barbecue Restaurant Opens on Appleton Avenue

Counter-service Charlie’s BBQ sells smoked and grilled meats, plus sandwiches and sides.

May 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich

6. City Weighing 3 Options for Key Bronzeville Site

Influential committee will make its recommendation in two weeks.

May 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

7. The State of Politics: Wisconsin Republicans Have Plan to Win in November

Top officials outlined their game plan; it’s about key issues and striking first.

May 25th, 2026 by Steven Walters

8. Filipino Food Truck Plans Brick-And-Mortar Restaurant

Three years after food truck launched, Cocina Filipina putting down roots on West Side.

May 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich

9. Milwaukee Overhauling Parklet, Sidewalk Dining Approval Process

Council President José G. Pérez leading push.

May 29th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene

10. Transportation: MCTS Restoring Some Service Cuts in June

Bus system adding mid-day service to four routes cut back in the 2026 budget.

May 26th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer

1. Milwaukee’s Summerfest Announces Highly Anticipated 2024 Lineup

ILLENIUM to Headline on June 27 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater

Mar 21st, 2024 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.

2. Milwaukee Police Capture Suspect After Fatal Shooting and High-Speed Chase

May 27th, 2026 by Milwaukee Police Department

3. Milwaukee Ranked Among Nation’s Top Park Systems in 2026 ParkScore® Index

Recognition shared by Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee County Parks, and the City of Milwaukee

May 27th, 2026 by Milwaukee Recreation

4. Milwaukee Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting, Arrest One Suspect

May 25th, 2026 by Milwaukee Police Department

5. T-Mobile and Summerfest Reveal Details on Community Ticket Giveaways, Debut of Club Magenta in Milwaukee and More

May 26th, 2026 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.

6. Public Input Meeting on Veterans Park Lagoon Feasibility Study

May 27th, 2026 by Milwaukee County Parks

7. Milwaukee County Parks Addresses Sheridan Park Bluffs Concerns

Milwaukee County Parks Addresses Sheridan Park Bluffs Concerns

May 19th, 2026 by Milwaukee County Parks

8. Democratic Gubernatorial Frontrunner Francesca Hong Releases New Policy to Serve Wisconsin’s 300,000+ Veterans, Calls Out Backslide on Veteran Homelessness

Plan would end veteran homelessness, expand benefits, and rebuild a fragmented support system as Wisconsin moves in the opposite direction of the rest of the country.

May 26th, 2026 by Francesca Hong

9. WisDOT Releases Four Concepts for the I-43 at National Avenue Interchange Study

May 28th, 2026 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation

10. Smoke On The Water – MKE’s BBQ & Brews Fest Returns This Saturday, May 30 at Henry Maier Festival Park Presented by Harley-Davidson

May 27th, 2026 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.