Jeramey Jannene

Jeramey Jannene

President and co-founder of Urban Milwaukee.

Jeramey covers real estate, politics, transportation, city government and urban quality-of-life issues for Urban Milwaukee.

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City Workers Robbed DPW, Taxpayers, Blew Cash at Casino

City Workers Robbed DPW, Taxpayers, Blew Cash at Casino

Felony plea agreements lay out fraudulent sale scheme.

City Hall: Lawsuit Likely Over RNC Free Speech Stage
City Hall

Lawsuit Likely Over RNC Free Speech Stage

Committee endorses plan despite concerns from Coalition to March on the RNC.

Friday Photos: Michigan Street Commons Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Michigan Street Commons Nears Completion

Building will add affordable housing to southwest corner of Downtown.

Committee Punts On For-Profit College Approval

Committee Punts On For-Profit College Approval

But without approval, Arizona College of Nursing issue seems likely headed to court.

Vacant Building Would Become Gaming Center

Vacant Building Would Become Gaming Center

Building at 16th and Walnut would see new life as "PrimeTime Gaming"

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit

Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.

Heated Historic Commission Meeting Yields Profanity, New Historic District

Heated Historic Commission Meeting Yields Profanity, New Historic District

But not before one property owner verbally abuses the 'arrogant' commission.

Milwaukee Wins $36 Million To Rebuild Key Street

Milwaukee Wins $36 Million To Rebuild Key Street

Grant will overhaul 6th Street through heart of city.

Scooters Could Net Milwaukee $400,000 Per Year

Scooters Could Net Milwaukee $400,000 Per Year

And city is working to end its annual hemming-and-hawing process.

Biden Visiting Milwaukee Wednesday, Staying Overnight

Biden Visiting Milwaukee Wednesday, Staying Overnight

Perhaps to tout a federal Reconnecting Communities grant award for Milwaukee.

City Hall: $800,000 Non-Partisan Grant Will Improve Milwaukee’s Election Process
City Hall

$800,000 Non-Partisan Grant Will Improve Milwaukee’s Election Process

But looming constitutional amendment would bar any future awards.

Milwaukee, Suburbs Partnering On Cross-County Trail

Milwaukee, Suburbs Partnering On Cross-County Trail

9-mile long Powerline Trail would link West Allis, Greenfield, Milwaukee and St. Francis.

Feds Approve Interstate 94 Expansion

Feds Approve Interstate 94 Expansion

Westside freeway would be expanded to eight lanes. Lawsuit possible.

Friday Photos: See The View From The Couture’s Upper Levels
Friday Photos

See The View From The Couture’s Upper Levels

Skyline defining tower will soon welcome its first residents.

Milwaukee’s Premier Playground Opens For The Season

Milwaukee’s Premier Playground Opens For The Season

But check the schedule before you go. Northwestern Mutual Community Park is closed or requires paid admission during festivals.

City Hall: Street Would Be Named For Former Alderman Terry Witkowski
City Hall

Street Would Be Named For Former Alderman Terry Witkowski

Plus: An honorary street name for William Stark in front of Milwaukee's oldest Black church.

City Hall: Council Concerned RNC Free Speech Zone Could Bring Extremists, Violence
City Hall

Council Concerned RNC Free Speech Zone Could Bring Extremists, Violence

'To hell with that,' says alderman of hate groups getting city-sanctioned platform.

Milwaukee Film Will Take Over Downer Theatre

Milwaukee Film Will Take Over Downer Theatre

Will reopen theater for April film festival and then resume its year-round operation.

12 Years After Being Built, Wisconsin’s Talgo Trains Enter Service
See Inside Fiserv’s New Headquarters

See Inside Fiserv’s New Headquarters

Company is painting the town orange says CEO. Its headquarters is decorated with the Bucks' championship court.

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.

Plats and Parcels: New Third Ward Tower Will Be Milwaukee’s Priciest
Plats and Parcels

New Third Ward Tower Will Be Milwaukee’s Priciest

And The Couture isn't far behind. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

RNC Wants 10,000 Volunteers To Greet Guests, Provide Directions

RNC Wants 10,000 Volunteers To Greet Guests, Provide Directions

Not about wearing a red or blue shirt say organizers, it's about making a positive impression.

Public Approval Process Starting For Country’s Tallest Mass Timber Building

Public Approval Process Starting For Country’s Tallest Mass Timber Building

And company hopes to build an even taller building next door.

140-Year-Old Florist Closing

140-Year-Old Florist Closing

DWF Wholesale Florists and its predecessors have Milwaukee roots going back to the 1870s.

How A Billboard Saved A Vacant Building

How A Billboard Saved A Vacant Building

Printing business will relocate to vacant, city-owned building on Appleton and Burleigh.

Plats and Parcels: New Corporate Headquarters, 130 Jobs For Downtown
Plats and Parcels

New Corporate Headquarters, 130 Jobs For Downtown

Enerpac Tool HQ moving to Milwaukee. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

See Where Milwaukee’s Secret ShotSpotter Sensors Are

See Where Milwaukee’s Secret ShotSpotter Sensors Are

Data leak reveals what MPD and company have attempted to keep private.

New Plan Would Save Former Acapulco Restaurant Building

New Plan Would Save Former Acapulco Restaurant Building

And a new brunch restaurant would fill the popular restaurant's space.

City Hall: Milwaukee Will Pay More Than $60,000 To Settle Tearman Spencer Harassment Claim
City Hall

Milwaukee Will Pay More Than $60,000 To Settle Tearman Spencer Harassment Claim

Council moves to approve settlement while Spencer seeks reelection.

RNC Security Zone Revealed

RNC Security Zone Revealed

Zone will cover portion of Downtown in July, with multiple layers of access.

Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey

Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey

Four-way primary saw every candidate get at least 21% of vote.

Westmoreland, Winter Advance in 5th District

Westmoreland, Winter Advance in 5th District

Incumbent Lamont Westmoreland will face Bruce Winter, a third-time candidate.

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.

Cavalier Johnson Easily Wins Primary

Cavalier Johnson Easily Wins Primary

Johnson will face David D. King in general election.

Milwaukee Adding Remote Control System To Its 780 Traffic Lights

Milwaukee Adding Remote Control System To Its 780 Traffic Lights

City hopes to reduce backups, improve safety.

Plats and Parcels: A Four-Way Preservation Fight Over Wisconsin Avenue
Plats and Parcels

A Four-Way Preservation Fight Over Wisconsin Avenue

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Demolition Work Begins For Massive Affordable Housing Development
Friday Photos

Demolition Work Begins For Massive Affordable Housing Development

Bear Development is clearing former factory complex to create 576 apartments.

$25 Million Plan To Save Three Endangered Soldiers Home Buildings

$25 Million Plan To Save Three Endangered Soldiers Home Buildings

Alexander Company aims to rehabilitate historic theater, chapel and mansion for veterans.

New Design Released For Dog-Friendly Downtown Brewery

New Design Released For Dog-Friendly Downtown Brewery

Foxtown Landing, dog park planned for riverfront site on edge of Historic Third Ward.

New Solar Arrays Will Help Milwaukee Hit 25% Renewable Energy Goal

New Solar Arrays Will Help Milwaukee Hit 25% Renewable Energy Goal

Arrays near airport help city meet 2025 goal, but alders want tougher rules for We Energies.

Plan Commission Rejects For-Profit Nursing School

Plan Commission Rejects For-Profit Nursing School

Unanimous decision sets up high-stakes council vote, possible court challenge.

A New Plan For Tiny Homes

A New Plan For Tiny Homes

With a new design and developer for project to support homeless veterans.

Plats and Parcels: 330 Affordable Apartments Planned By Developers
Plats and Parcels

330 Affordable Apartments Planned By Developers

Part of 2,021 planned across Wisconsin. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building

Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building

Five Points Lofts, first proposed in 2020, is finally becoming reality.

Data Shows Milwaukee’s Traffic Calming Effort Is Working

Data Shows Milwaukee’s Traffic Calming Effort Is Working

Speeding dropped 69% on one southside street.

Grocery Store Closed For Live Roaches, Dead Mice

Grocery Store Closed For Live Roaches, Dead Mice

Cermak Fresh Market temporarily shuttered by Milwaukee Health Department.

After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall

After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall

On-site security, board ups and next, a very long fence.

By Demolishing Homes, Milwaukee Hopes To Revive Neighborhoods

By Demolishing Homes, Milwaukee Hopes To Revive Neighborhoods

City hopes to raze 180 houses this year, but how long will neighborhoods take to revive?

Plats and Parcels: Unusual Sign Will Resolve Kohl’s-Fiserv Conflict
Plats and Parcels

Unusual Sign Will Resolve Kohl’s-Fiserv Conflict

Companies want to write their names in the sky. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

Eitel Cancels Plans For Vel Phillips Plaza Cafe After Council Questions, Public Opposition

Eitel Cancels Plans For Vel Phillips Plaza Cafe After Council Questions, Public Opposition

After Milwaukee Turners "pilloried" Eitel on Tuesday, things appear to have snowballed behind the scenes.

Milwaukee Business Donating Wireless Network To Ukraine Sister City

Milwaukee Business Donating Wireless Network To Ukraine Sister City

Advanced Wireless aims to help Irpin get back on its feet.

Developers Donate Third Ward Building To Preservation Alliance

Developers Donate Third Ward Building To Preservation Alliance

Preservation battle ends with preservation advocates receiving 1884 tavern building.

Food Hall Would Save Historic Tavern

Food Hall Would Save Historic Tavern

Clarence Morse's dream to restore 1890s Riverwest tavern moving toward reality.

Milwaukee Will Build 45 Traffic Calming Projects in 2024

Milwaukee Will Build 45 Traffic Calming Projects in 2024

'Reckless drivers, they infuriate me,' says Mayor Cavalier Johnson.

City Won’t Fully Regulate Airbnb In Milwaukee

City Won’t Fully Regulate Airbnb In Milwaukee

Mayor's staff recommends letting status quo stand, council wants more discussion.

Milwaukee Takes Ownership of Northridge Mall

Milwaukee Takes Ownership of Northridge Mall

Judge grants city property via tax foreclosure.

The Couture Shows Off First Apartments

The Couture Shows Off First Apartments

193 apartments will soon be available promising stunning views, 'incredible location.'

Plats and Parcels: Menomonee Falls Company Moving To Third Ward
Plats and Parcels

Menomonee Falls Company Moving To Third Ward

Plus: Westown parking lot for sale and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Plan Would Improve Red Arrow Park, Overhaul Two Downtown Streets

Plan Would Improve Red Arrow Park, Overhaul Two Downtown Streets

And use downtown property taxes to bail out Century City TIF district.

City Hall: Controversial Water Insurance Company Walks Away From Milwaukee
City Hall

Controversial Water Insurance Company Walks Away From Milwaukee

Mayor had vetoed proposal, some council members were openly critical.

A Fight Over Historic Protection for Wisconsin Ave. Building

A Fight Over Historic Protection for Wisconsin Ave. Building

Push to protect Millerand Apartments, owned by city's largest landlord Youssef Berrada.

Judge Displeased By City’s Northridge Curveball

Judge Displeased By City’s Northridge Curveball

But not surprised, it seems. 'I told you so,' says Sosnay of city's foreclosure move.

City Hall: Council Approves Raises For Elected Officials, Administrators
City Hall

Council Approves Raises For Elected Officials, Administrators

Vote was 9-6. Elected officials will get 15% hike, non-elected leaders even more.

Los Angeles, Not Milwaukee, Wins NBA All-Star Game

Los Angeles, Not Milwaukee, Wins NBA All-Star Game

Despite prior public commitment from commissioner, Bucks have yet to land marquee event.

Plats and Parcels: Investor Will Save 101-Year-Old Building
Plats and Parcels

Investor Will Save 101-Year-Old Building

City-owned building slated for demolition. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

City Hall: Elected Officials Pay Hike Wins First Endorsement, Opposition
City Hall

Elected Officials Pay Hike Wins First Endorsement, Opposition

Multi-million dollar proposal also includes raises for dozens of department, division leaders.

City Expects to Take Northridge In Foreclosure, Demolish Mall

City Expects to Take Northridge In Foreclosure, Demolish Mall

'Checkmate' says alderman of mall owners missing the foreclosure redemption date.

City Hall: Proposal Advancing To Give Mayor, Alders 15% Raises
City Hall

Proposal Advancing To Give Mayor, Alders 15% Raises

Finance Committee to discuss issue Wednesday. Many city administrators also get raises.

Election Commission Boots Griffin From Ballot

Election Commission Boots Griffin From Ballot

Griffin vows appeal, and warns that those involved will 'probably go to prison.'

City Hall: Sales Tax Helps Fire Department Add Paramedics, Fire Engine
City Hall

Sales Tax Helps Fire Department Add Paramedics, Fire Engine

New ambulance for area near 27th and Capitol, restored fire station at 13th and Layton.

Plats and Parcels: Emem Group Buys Key King Dr. Site
Plats and Parcels

Emem Group Buys Key King Dr. Site

Plus: Airbnb-focused startup falters and a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: It’s Construction Season On Marquette’s Campus
Friday Photos

It’s Construction Season On Marquette’s Campus

University overhauling Rec Center, Straz Hall and Memorial Library.

City Hall: Milwaukee Seeks RNC Police HQ, Mobile Command Post
City Hall

Milwaukee Seeks RNC Police HQ, Mobile Command Post

Thousands of officers will guard convention, with additional hub needed to deploy them.

Condo Project Scrapped, River Site For Sale

Condo Project Scrapped, River Site For Sale

Brady and Water site sits at key link between Downtown and East Side.

Possible Revival For Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee Commuter Rail Line

Possible Revival For Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee Commuter Rail Line

KRM project, killed in 2011, would connect lakefront communities in southern Wisconsin.

Construction Starts On 27th Street Garden Apartments

Construction Starts On 27th Street Garden Apartments

"Condo-like" complex with 24 units will add upscale housing to undeveloped southside site.

Plats and Parcels: Three Buyers Seeking Former MPS School
Plats and Parcels

Three Buyers Seeking Former MPS School

Plus: SoHi Lofts reopens to residents and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Movida’s Major Expansion
Friday Photos

Movida’s Major Expansion

113-year-old building receiving modern addition just in time for RNC.

Walgreens Shutters Three Milwaukee Stores In One Year

Walgreens Shutters Three Milwaukee Stores In One Year

Store at Capitol and Teutonia is latest to close, with final day coming Jan. 15.

Herb Kohl Passes Away

Herb Kohl Passes Away

Former U.S. Sen. Kohl, 88, also a philanthropist, businessman and longtime Bucks owner, dies after brief illness.

Former Catholic School Sold To Charter School

Former Catholic School Sold To Charter School

Milwaukee Academy of Science is third charter school to take over former St. Michael's.

Plats and Parcels: Town Bank Plans Capitol Drive Branch
Plats and Parcels

Town Bank Plans Capitol Drive Branch

Plus: Associated closing a branch, Marcus Center parking garage draws 3 redevelopment bids, and the weekly roundup.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Art Museum Unveils New Lights
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Art Museum Unveils New Lights

Stark white building gets its first dash of color on the darkest day of the year.

Michels’ Taxes Will Pay For Skate Park, Street Paving, Public Art

Michels’ Taxes Will Pay For Skate Park, Street Paving, Public Art

Success of R1VER mixed-use complex will pay for improvements in surrounding neighborhoods.

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.

30th Street Corridor Could Win $50 Million Grant

30th Street Corridor Could Win $50 Million Grant

Milwaukee plan for old industrial corridor and nearby residents a finalist for federal grant.

University Club Closes Downtown Club

University Club Closes Downtown Club

Private club will continue only with Brown Deer country club. Downtown building will be sold.

City Seeks Grants to Build Bike Lanes on 2nd, Center, Sherman and Lisbon

City Seeks Grants to Build Bike Lanes on 2nd, Center, Sherman and Lisbon

Part of mayor's proposal to build 50 miles of protected bike lanes by 2026.

Milwaukee Makes It Far Easier To Replace Your Lead Service Line

Milwaukee Makes It Far Easier To Replace Your Lead Service Line

Opt-in program part of citywide plan to replace all lead service lines in 20 years.

Plats and Parcels: Affordable Housing Planned Near Milwaukee-Glendale Border
Plats and Parcels

Affordable Housing Planned Near Milwaukee-Glendale Border

Church would sell lot to enable development. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Mayor Vetoes Controversial Insurance Partnership

Mayor Vetoes Controversial Insurance Partnership

Council narrowly endorsed idea, only for Mayor Cavalier Johnson to kill initiative.

City Hall: Tax Bill Mixup Will Result In Approximately 600 Bills Being Reissued
City Hall

Tax Bill Mixup Will Result In Approximately 600 Bills Being Reissued

City of Milwaukee forgot to include unpaid fees for hundreds of properties.

President Biden Coming To Milwaukee Next Week

President Biden Coming To Milwaukee Next Week

Biden will tout small businesses in upcoming visit.

City Hall: Milwaukee Plans Big 2024 Early Voting Push
City Hall

Milwaukee Plans Big 2024 Early Voting Push

City will have at least nine early voting sites, including some new and expanded ones.

Bucks Player Sells Brady Street Building

Bucks Player Sells Brady Street Building

From 'three-and-D' to Sip & Purr.

Rep. Ryan Clancy Settles With City Following 2020 Curfew Arrest

Rep. Ryan Clancy Settles With City Following 2020 Curfew Arrest

With trial already underway, Clancy secures the policy changes he long sought.

City Hall: Treegate Is Over, Milwaukee Will Pick Up Christmas Trees
City Hall

Treegate Is Over, Milwaukee Will Pick Up Christmas Trees

"We hear you," says DPW after frustration aired by residents, council members.

Plats and Parcels: City Will Sell Former Bay View Library
Plats and Parcels

City Will Sell Former Bay View Library

Former church down the block also for sale. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court

City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court

Federal funds, long anticipated, provide major boost to city's redevelopment effort.

Wisconsin Wins Grants To Study Five New or Expanded Rail Routes

Wisconsin Wins Grants To Study Five New or Expanded Rail Routes

Studies will design routes to Madison, Green Bay, Eau Claire as well as expanding existing service.

Mitchell Street Building Saved, New Development Planned For Parking Lots

Mitchell Street Building Saved, New Development Planned For Parking Lots

Developer's new plan would still bring more affordable housing to Mitchell Street.

New Park Will Be Built Atop 24th Street

New Park Will Be Built Atop 24th Street

One block of southside street near MPS school would become neighborhood amenity.

Church, Cupid Partner On Affordable Housing

Church, Cupid Partner On Affordable Housing

St. Matthew Church will see nearby vacant lots turned into 50 apartments for seniors.

Plats and Parcels: Deal Prevents Iron Horse Hotel Foreclosure
Plats and Parcels

Deal Prevents Iron Horse Hotel Foreclosure

Plus: Trouble for downtown hotels. And a recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Demolition Underway On Walker’s Point Seed Warehouse
Friday Photos

Demolition Underway On Walker’s Point Seed Warehouse

Once "one of the strongest and heaviest concrete structures," Courteen Seed building is being ripped apart.

Milwaukee Marathon Returning In 2024 With New Route, Date

Milwaukee Marathon Returning In 2024 With New Route, Date

Race ditches Deer District, Downtown for Lakefront, East Side and Bay View.

Hundreds of National Media Members Descend On Milwaukee For RNC Preview

Hundreds of National Media Members Descend On Milwaukee For RNC Preview

Republican Party, local host committee hold media walkthrough in advance of 2024 convention.

City Hall: Is Milwaukee Being Sold An Insurance Scam?
City Hall

Is Milwaukee Being Sold An Insurance Scam?

Or is exclusive contract with company offering water and sewer line warranties a good deal?

New Pro Soccer Team Delays Start To 2026

New Pro Soccer Team Delays Start To 2026

But major progress recently made on getting downtown stadium constructed.

Council, Mayor Bickered On Brewers Deal

Council, Mayor Bickered On Brewers Deal

Council president said no more than $1 million, mayor said council was undermining city's negotiating position.

Downtown Hotel Faces Sheriff’s Sale

Downtown Hotel Faces Sheriff’s Sale

132-room Cambria Hotel on Plankinton Ave. opened just months before pandemic.

Developer Plans To Save Long-Vacant Building

Developer Plans To Save Long-Vacant Building

Jason Waters has big plans to overhaul Near West Side building.

Milwaukee Could Add Race, Gender To Contracting Requirements

Milwaukee Could Add Race, Gender To Contracting Requirements

New study attempts to chart legal pathway for city.

Plats and Parcels: Settlement Reached For Contaminated Apartment Complex
Plats and Parcels

Settlement Reached For Contaminated Apartment Complex

And a "Do Not Acquire" list building sold. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Green Infrastructure Improvements Coming To Becher Street Overpass

Green Infrastructure Improvements Coming To Becher Street Overpass

Project will capture stormwater where W. Becher Street goes under Interstate 94.

Council Confirms New Chief Building Inspector

Council Confirms New Chief Building Inspector

Jezamil Arroyo-Vega is the new head of the Department of Neighborhood Services.

‘Inflation-Adjusted’ Deer District Concert Venue Approved

‘Inflation-Adjusted’ Deer District Concert Venue Approved

FPC's proposal for a smaller Deer District concert venue finds unanimous support.

Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Adopts 2024 Milwaukee Budget

Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Adopts 2024 Milwaukee Budget

Mayor Johnson attempted to lower property tax increase using federal grant.

New Mural Brightens Former Tannery

New Mural Brightens Former Tannery

Dave Watkins' new mural at River Place Lofts is visible from Interstate 94.

Mass Timber Building Gains Concrete Parking Structure

Mass Timber Building Gains Concrete Parking Structure

Grinker's proposed office building on Walnut and Vel R. Phillips Ave. grows.

Plats and Parcels: City TIF Plan Will Expand Riverwalk
Plats and Parcels

City TIF Plan Will Expand Riverwalk

Pending council approval. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

New Study Analyzes Ways City, County Could Share Services, Save Money

New Study Analyzes Ways City, County Could Share Services, Save Money

"Promising possibilities" says Wisconsin Policy Forum report.

New Third-Party Study Suggests How Milwaukee Could Save Millions

New Third-Party Study Suggests How Milwaukee Could Save Millions

But will ideas like selling buildings or changing police overtime rules work?

Brownfield Grant Will Help Get Walker’s Point Apartments Started

Brownfield Grant Will Help Get Walker’s Point Apartments Started

New Land moving forward with Via on 5th Street.

December Groundbreaking Planned For Long-Awaited Apartment Development

December Groundbreaking Planned For Long-Awaited Apartment Development

City loaning $700,000 to Five Points Lofts project for environmental cleanup.

Federal Suit Seeks To Strike Down City’s Nuisance Rules

Federal Suit Seeks To Strike Down City’s Nuisance Rules

Opponents say ordinance used to close businesses punishes them for calling 911.

Milwaukee’s Chief Building Inspector Takes New Job

Milwaukee’s Chief Building Inspector Takes New Job

Erica Roberts swaps building code for computer code.

The Streets of New Milwaukee Is Theme at Conference

The Streets of New Milwaukee Is Theme at Conference

Urban Spaceship delves into how to make city a people-friendly place.

Mayor’s Veto Reduces Property Tax

Mayor’s Veto Reduces Property Tax

Cavalier Johnson issues single veto, replacing small tax hike with federal grant money.

Marcus Corp Moving Headquarters

Marcus Corp Moving Headquarters

Company finds new home four blocks north, next to one of its hotels.

How Will Council Handle Scathing Report on City Attorney?

How Will Council Handle Scathing Report on City Attorney?

Deputy city attorney's moonlighting and Tearman Spencer's lax oversight at issue.

Revised Deer District Concert Venue Wins Key Approval

Revised Deer District Concert Venue Wins Key Approval

Council's zoning committee votes yes. Full council vote expected next week.

Bucks, Jeffers Plan Deer District Apartments

Bucks, Jeffers Plan Deer District Apartments

New building would rise between The Trade and Aloft hotels.

Brewers Buy Two-Acre Scrap Metal Site Near Ballpark

Brewers Buy Two-Acre Scrap Metal Site Near Ballpark

Team will use the property for "storage."

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Building Sells For Nearly Twice Its Assessed Value
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Building Sells For Nearly Twice Its Assessed Value

Plus: Trostel Square changes hands and VIA CDC is on the move.

New Bay View Plan Envisions Redevelopment of 3 Key Sites

New Bay View Plan Envisions Redevelopment of 3 Key Sites

"We no longer have to be reactionary," says Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic.

City Attorney Spencer Faces Inspector’s Call For Ouster, Likely Violation Of Discrimination Law

City Attorney Spencer Faces Inspector’s Call For Ouster, Likely Violation Of Discrimination Law

Inspector General says attorney, deputy committed misconduct in office, state hearing coming on separate case.

New Couple Attempting To Build House On Tricky Historic Site

New Couple Attempting To Build House On Tricky Historic Site

But commission indicates it will eventually approve design.

Fight At City Hall Over Control of Board of Zoning Appeals

Fight At City Hall Over Control of Board of Zoning Appeals

Council wants board to be independent of administration, but responsive to aldermanic input.

Milwaukee’s Three Streetcar Extensions Need Mayoral Direction

Milwaukee’s Three Streetcar Extensions Need Mayoral Direction

Extensions to Fiserv Forum, East Side, Walker's Point and Bronzeville need local funding source.

New Development Coming To S. 27th Street

New Development Coming To S. 27th Street

Not a "boilerplate strip mall" says architect.

Changes To Milwaukee’s Zoning Code Would Encourage More Development

Changes To Milwaukee’s Zoning Code Would Encourage More Development

"Growing MKE" proposal part of strategy to grow city to 1 million residents.

Plats and Parcels: Federal Grant Will Make Massive Port Project Bigger, More Flexible
Plats and Parcels

Federal Grant Will Make Massive Port Project Bigger, More Flexible

Plus: New car wash planned at Midtown Center.

Full Legalization of Scooters Ends Up In City Budget

Full Legalization of Scooters Ends Up In City Budget

But it doesn't mean it immediately goes into effect.

Milwaukee Auto Plant To Close Following End of UAW Strike

Milwaukee Auto Plant To Close Following End of UAW Strike

Agreement lists Bay View distribution plant and its 100 local jobs as slated for elimination.

2024 Milwaukee Budget Increases Services, Taxes

2024 Milwaukee Budget Increases Services, Taxes

New sales tax allows city to avoid drastic cuts, but comes at a cost.

Safety Fencing Being Added to Hoan Bridge

Safety Fencing Being Added to Hoan Bridge

Bridge has been the site of dozens of suicides.

Midtown Early Voting Site Moving

Midtown Early Voting Site Moving

With new owner of Midtown Center shopping complex, city moving across Capitol Drive.

MFD Says There Were At Least 7 Recent Fires At Abandoned Northridge Mall

MFD Says There Were At Least 7 Recent Fires At Abandoned Northridge Mall

Security removed after Phoenix Investors walked away from buying property.

Gov. Evers Funds Iron District Stadium, Bronzeville Arts Center

Gov. Evers Funds Iron District Stadium, Bronzeville Arts Center

Governor uses federal grant to back new soccer stadium and arts center.

Mill Road Library For Sale

Mill Road Library For Sale

Former library has unusual circular shape, located on busy 76th Street corridor.

Mostly Vacant Downtown Office Building Sold

Mostly Vacant Downtown Office Building Sold

But it's unclear what happens next for building once slated for conversion to housing.

More Market Rate Apartments Proposed Near 76th and Brown Deer

More Market Rate Apartments Proposed Near 76th and Brown Deer

Second proposal this year. Illinois company plans expansion of The Villas at Granville.

A Mix of Speed Hump and Crosswalk, New Street Feature All About Safety

A Mix of Speed Hump and Crosswalk, New Street Feature All About Safety

First of 20 raised crosswalks deployed in Bay View near Parkside School for the Arts.

Longest Tenured Council Member, Michael Murphy, Not Seeking Reelection

Longest Tenured Council Member, Michael Murphy, Not Seeking Reelection

But he could run for Comptroller. First elected in 1989, Murphy announces he won't run for reelection.

Plats and Parcels: New North Avenue Apartment Building Moving Forward
Plats and Parcels

New North Avenue Apartment Building Moving Forward

Project wins environmental cleanup loan. Plus: Storage company acquires Milwaukee facility.

Transportation: Streetcar Extension Opens Sunday
Transportation

Streetcar Extension Opens Sunday

And at least one GOP congressman is already trying to stop it.

Friday Photos: Ezekiel CDC Shows Off Foreclosed Home Rehabilitation
Friday Photos

Ezekiel CDC Shows Off Foreclosed Home Rehabilitation

Ezekiel VP Jim Gaillard shows off work to Sen. Tammy Baldwin, DCD Commissioner Crump

Urban Spaceship Conference Celebrates ‘Streets of New Milwaukee’

Urban Spaceship Conference Celebrates ‘Streets of New Milwaukee’

Annual urbanism conference scheduled for Nov. 14.

Council Debates 53 Budget Amendments, Adds Spending, Services

Council Debates 53 Budget Amendments, Adds Spending, Services

Full-day meeting adds services, but includes lots of discussion on what is or isn't appropriate.

Tentative Deal Would Salvage Milwaukee’s Deconstruction Program

Tentative Deal Would Salvage Milwaukee’s Deconstruction Program

Northcott Neighborhood House could step in to do work for long-delayed program.

Immigration Office Moving To 310W Building

Immigration Office Moving To 310W Building

Federal agency relocating from building being redeveloped by MSOE.

Milwaukee Could Take Years to Build New Recycling Facility

Milwaukee Could Take Years to Build New Recycling Facility

But curbside recycling continues while fire-damaged facility is shuttered.

Council Might Hold Up Mayor’s Changes To Zoning Board

Council Might Hold Up Mayor’s Changes To Zoning Board

At issue is new chair, two new appointments and oversight by Department of Administration.

City Hall: Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement
City Hall

Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement

Proposal from Alderwoman Dimitirjevic and Council President Pérez aims to boost services across city.

Live Organ Music Returning To Oriental Theatre

Live Organ Music Returning To Oriental Theatre

Historic pipe organ installed, with unveiling planned for Nov. 8.

Milwaukee Census Challenge Denied

Milwaukee Census Challenge Denied

City still adds 771 residents as jail population mixup fixed. Peer cities also saw challenge denials, cuts.

Facade of Milwaukee City Hall Is Failing, Again

Facade of Milwaukee City Hall Is Failing, Again

While pieces of restored terra cotta crumble, city again seeks 'accountability.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments Planned For Historic Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments Planned For Historic Third Ward

Final piece of Commission Row to be redeveloped.

Kooyenga Will Take Over MMAC In 2024

Kooyenga Will Take Over MMAC In 2024

Longtime leader Tim Sheehy will retire at year's end.

City Seeks 20% Cut in Energy Costs for 106 Buildings

City Seeks 20% Cut in Energy Costs for 106 Buildings

And 45% emissions reduction. Seeking contractor, federal funding to meet climate goals.

Bay View Spook House Has National Profile

Bay View Spook House Has National Profile

Latest theme for A&J's Halloween House is a spooky spin on "Wheel of Fortune."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Revised Deer District Concert Hall Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Revised Deer District Concert Hall Gets First Approval

City Plan Commission adds conditions about future hotel site and requires new safety plan.

City Hall: Council Wants New Deal, Says Convention Center ‘Outsmarted’ City
City Hall

Council Wants New Deal, Says Convention Center ‘Outsmarted’ City

No revenue sharing payments to city expected for next two years under 2020 deal.

Milwaukee Wants More Reckless Drivers Towed

Milwaukee Wants More Reckless Drivers Towed

United council backs state law change. But proposal could die in Legislature.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Gets New ‘Girl in the Moon’ Mural
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Gets New ‘Girl in the Moon’ Mural

Plus: New hotel opens and a recap of the week's real estate news.

New Housing Center For Those Recovering From Substance Abuse

New Housing Center For Those Recovering From Substance Abuse

Wisconsin Community Services to build project near W. Capitol Drive.

Fire Department Reopening Station At 13th and Layton

Fire Department Reopening Station At 13th and Layton

Chief Lipski picks Engine 17, shuttered in 2021, to reopen.

Fire Department Debating Which Station To Reopen

Fire Department Debating Which Station To Reopen

For first time in years, MFD thinks about growth. Down to three options.

Port Officials Have Concern With Potential I-794 Removal

Port Officials Have Concern With Potential I-794 Removal

Freeway-to-boulevard option is one of several that state is still studying.

New Brewers Subsidy Substantially Better For City, County

New Brewers Subsidy Substantially Better For City, County

New deal calls for study of Beer District concept, reduces county contribution, introduces new funding source.

Milwaukee Wins $275 Million Grant To Fund Massive Waterway Cleanup

Milwaukee Wins $275 Million Grant To Fund Massive Waterway Cleanup

Generational effort will see Milwaukee waterways lose their "area of concern" designation.

MPS Celebrates 5 Asphalt-To-Green Space Transformations

MPS Celebrates 5 Asphalt-To-Green Space Transformations

Leaders hold green ribbon cutting at Riley Dual Language Montessori School.

Ride Along On Streetcar Extension Before It Opens

Ride Along On Streetcar Extension Before It Opens

City shows off "L Line" to lakefront before Oct. 29 opening.

Pet Store Opening in Walker’s Point

Pet Store Opening in Walker’s Point

Skilos will occupy first floor of renovated building near river and Third Ward.

City Hall: Milwaukee Wins $12 Million Federal Tree Grant
City Hall

Milwaukee Wins $12 Million Federal Tree Grant

City, county, MPS will use funding to improve tree canopy in low-income areas.

City Hall: Council Delays Housing Authority Crackdown To January 1
City Hall

Council Delays Housing Authority Crackdown To January 1

Delay due to uncertainty how many building inspectors will be needed.

City Hall: Mayor Johnson Backs Pay Hikes For Elected Officials, Including Him
City Hall

Mayor Johnson Backs Pay Hikes For Elected Officials, Including Him

Raises for 81 employees defended by mayor's chief of staff in exclusive interview.

Plats and Parcels: Two New Athletic Fashion Stores Opening
Plats and Parcels

Two New Athletic Fashion Stores Opening

Plus: Bay View park's reconstruction, and recap of the week's real estate news.

After IKON Hotel Issues, Council Moves To Assert More Control of TIF Districts

After IKON Hotel Issues, Council Moves To Assert More Control of TIF Districts

City has foregone $540,000 in interest payments at discretion of administration.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Join The Parade of Garden Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Join The Parade of Garden Homes

Tour nation's first municipally-sponsored housing cooperative.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Operator Takes Over Shuttered Downtown Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Operator Takes Over Shuttered Downtown Hotel

Hampton Inn closed earlier this year, then was transferred in lieu of foreclosure.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State’s Biggest Battery Energy Storage System Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

State’s Biggest Battery Energy Storage System Planned

$450 million northwest side facility part of shift to renewable energy.

City Hall: Comptroller Won’t Run For Reelection
City Hall

Comptroller Won’t Run For Reelection

City's chief financial officer Aycha Sawa stepping down, city-wide seat now wide open.

Plan Commission Rejects Midtown Walmart Redevelopment Plan

Plan Commission Rejects Midtown Walmart Redevelopment Plan

City officials cite lack of detail in plan for self storage and commercial spaces.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual Makes ‘Skyline-Defining’ Bet On Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Makes ‘Skyline-Defining’ Bet On Downtown

Insurance company celebrates construction start on $500 million tower overhaul.

City Hall: N. 24th Street To Be Renamed For Lester Carter
City Hall

N. 24th Street To Be Renamed For Lester Carter

Street name in Amani neighborhood to honor noted Black pharmacist.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Groundbreaking For Coggs Center a History Lesson
Eyes on Milwaukee

Groundbreaking For Coggs Center a History Lesson

Trailblazing legislator's legacy continues at new human services building.

City Hall: Milwaukee Faces Future Budget Challenges
City Hall

Milwaukee Faces Future Budget Challenges

Act 12 didn't solve all of city's fiscal woes says Wisconsin Policy Forum.

Plats and Parcels: East Side Tower Adds Apartments
Plats and Parcels

East Side Tower Adds Apartments

New Land plan is now for 24 stories, less parking. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Washington Heights’ Dandy Expansion
Friday Photos

Washington Heights’ Dandy Expansion

A vintage store, an event venue... and now a home.

City Hall: Milwaukee Could Get $5 Million Citizen-Led Transformation Fund
City Hall

Milwaukee Could Get $5 Million Citizen-Led Transformation Fund

But council members have plenty of questions about Mayor Cavalier Johnson's proposal.

City Hall: Police Department Botches $15 Million Grant Application
City Hall

Police Department Botches $15 Million Grant Application

Would have paid for dozens of officers. Administration then chooses not to tell council or public.

Global Photography Event Will Include Downtown, East Side Walks

Global Photography Event Will Include Downtown, East Side Walks

Veteran photographer David Bernacchi will lead downtown walk, open to all ages and abilities.

Council, Residents Seek Solutions For Housing Authority Woes

Council, Residents Seek Solutions For Housing Authority Woes

Common Ground's complaints concern city officials, but can they fix problems?

Plats and Parcels: Milwaukee’s Last Automotive Plant May Close
Plats and Parcels

Milwaukee’s Last Automotive Plant May Close

Stellantis facility in Bay View could close. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dollar General Will Replace CVS At Center And Lisbon
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dollar General Will Replace CVS At Center And Lisbon

Discount retailer filling vacant store at busy intersection.

Friday Photos: Airport Train Station Construction Progressing
Friday Photos

Airport Train Station Construction Progressing

Train station continues to operate while second platform built.

WallyPark Poised To Reopen At Milwaukee Airport

WallyPark Poised To Reopen At Milwaukee Airport

Private parking operator closed in 2021 amidst travel slowdown.

Milwaukee Wins $3 Million To Fight Youth Homelessness

Milwaukee Wins $3 Million To Fight Youth Homelessness

Continuum of Care partners will rely on youth input for how funding will be spent.

VIA CDC’s Affordable Houses Are Test of New Building Technique

VIA CDC’s Affordable Houses Are Test of New Building Technique

Structure of homes, sold at affordable prices, will be pre-assembled in factory near Teutonia and Hampton.

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Cavalier Johnson seeks a full-term. All city officials are on the ballot.

New Sensors Quietly Measure How Often Parking Spots Used

New Sensors Quietly Measure How Often Parking Spots Used

City could use information to reset parking meters, charge variable rates.

Milwaukee Still Paying $1 Million Per Year For Brewers Stadium

Milwaukee Still Paying $1 Million Per Year For Brewers Stadium

New request for $2.5 million annually comes as city still paying prior costs

Mayor Unveils 2024 Budget With New Sales Tax

Mayor Unveils 2024 Budget With New Sales Tax

But a massive deficit still looms for Milwaukee.

Third Ward Tavern Saved… For Now

Third Ward Tavern Saved… For Now

Developer says it won't appeal denial of its demolition request by Historic Preservation Commission.

Mayor Johnson Responds To Stadium Funding Deal

Mayor Johnson Responds To Stadium Funding Deal

Milwaukee wants to see development by Brewers and no taxation without representation.

Plats and Parcels: Water Company Moving To Downtown
Plats and Parcels

Water Company Moving To Downtown

Plus: Marcus closes its only Milwaukee theater, WHEDA offers new downpayment program and a recap of week's real estate news.

Partner Sought To Reopen Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar

Partner Sought To Reopen Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar

And you won't have to pay $5 million after buyer found for other properties.

Friday Photos: Vel R. Phillips Plaza Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Vel R. Phillips Plaza Takes Shape

New downtown park aims to spur nearby development and create a sense of community.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Large Harbor District Development Site Hits The Market
Eyes on Milwaukee

Large Harbor District Development Site Hits The Market

Tender Car property appears to be on a collision course with redevelopment.

Get Ready For The Cultures & Communities Festival

Get Ready For The Cultures & Communities Festival

From principal Ava Coleman to Charlie Sykes, there is event or film for every taste.

Planned Parenthood Restarting Wisconsin Abortion Services

Planned Parenthood Restarting Wisconsin Abortion Services

Citing court ruling, abortions will be provided in Milwaukee and Madison.

Transportation: Design Work Could Bring Two-Way Traffic to Farwell, Prospect
Transportation

Design Work Could Bring Two-Way Traffic to Farwell, Prospect

Federally-funded rebuild could make streets safer, better for pedestrians, bicyclists.

City Hall: Milwaukee Will Net $300,000 By Selling ‘Virtual Asset’
City Hall

Milwaukee Will Net $300,000 By Selling ‘Virtual Asset’

Specifically its unused IP addresses. Which are what exactly?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Evacuates 27th Street Building Over Safety Concerns
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Evacuates 27th Street Building Over Safety Concerns

It's expected to be months before residents can move back in.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 576-Unit Bay View Apartment Complex Wins Key Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

576-Unit Bay View Apartment Complex Wins Key Approval

Bear Development seeks to start construction, but what about environmental remediation?

Historic Commission Says No To Wrecking Former Wreck Room Tavern

Historic Commission Says No To Wrecking Former Wreck Room Tavern

Common Council will decide fate of building, a survivor of 1892 Third Ward fire.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rite-Hite Affiliate Plans To Raze Reed Street Yards Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rite-Hite Affiliate Plans To Raze Reed Street Yards Building

'One of the strongest and heaviest concrete structures in the country' could be demolished.

Plats and Parcels: Klement’s Sausage Factory Sells, Redevelopment Coming?
Plats and Parcels

Klement’s Sausage Factory Sells, Redevelopment Coming?

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Conference Touts Milwaukee’s Cream City Brick, How To Preserve It
Eyes on Milwaukee

Conference Touts Milwaukee’s Cream City Brick, How To Preserve It

The brick that made Milwaukee famous requires special care when attempting to maintain or restore it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Regal Rexnord Moving HQ To Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Regal Rexnord Moving HQ To Milwaukee

Beloit company making the move to Milwaukee, but will it bring any jobs with it?

Waukesha Celebrates Completing Milwaukee Water Pipeline

Waukesha Celebrates Completing Milwaukee Water Pipeline

$286 million project will provide safe water for suburban community, revenue for Milwaukee.

City Hall: Milwaukee Drastically Changing Street Lighting Plan
City Hall

Milwaukee Drastically Changing Street Lighting Plan

Switch to LED lights upgrades because contractor shortage leaves city unable to rush to replace failing circuits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar Is For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar Is For Sale

Landmark 1850 Inn near the airport is on the market. Who will save it?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Market-Rate Apartments Planned Near 76th and Brown Deer
Eyes on Milwaukee

Market-Rate Apartments Planned Near 76th and Brown Deer

Sycamore Place owners hope to fill what they say is a void on Northwest Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks ‘Landmark’ Redevelopment of Marcus Center Parking Structure
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks ‘Landmark’ Redevelopment of Marcus Center Parking Structure

Hotel, housing and first-floor activation sought to replace aging parking structure.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bank of America Entering Milwaukee At 76th and Good Hope
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bank of America Entering Milwaukee At 76th and Good Hope

America's second-largest bank plans to open 5 branches in Milwaukee, 3 in Madison.

Protected Bike Lanes Debut On East Side

Protected Bike Lanes Debut On East Side

But some areas will still need improvements as more permanent infrastructure installed.

Buses Replace Streetcars While Repair Work Continues

Buses Replace Streetcars While Repair Work Continues

Water main break results in week-long downtown street closure.

Plats and Parcels: Mostly Vacant 100 East Tower Sells For $29 Million
Plats and Parcels

Mostly Vacant 100 East Tower Sells For $29 Million

Plus: Advertising firm moves to Walker's Point and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits

Plus: Trespassing has returned to vacant property.

Water Main Break Closes Streetcar Indefinitely, Snarls Traffic

Water Main Break Closes Streetcar Indefinitely, Snarls Traffic

Two buildings at intersection of Broadway and Wisconsin are without power. Repairs will take days.

City Hall: Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski
City Hall

Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski

Three candidates now seeking to replace outgoing alderman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Westside Home For Creatives
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Westside Home For Creatives

Washington Park Media Center opens on W. Vliet Street.

City Hall: Horwitz, World-Patterson Elected To Lead Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Horwitz, World-Patterson Elected To Lead Fire & Police Commission

Past chairs resigned in protest of new state law stripping authority.

City Hall: Ald. Mark Borkowski Retiring
City Hall

Ald. Mark Borkowski Retiring

Veteran politician won't run for reelection in 2024.

Common Ground Expands Campaign Against City Housing Authority

Common Ground Expands Campaign Against City Housing Authority

Coalition demands HUD investigation into rent payment issues. HACM defends itself.

How Milwaukee Could Have Hosted The 2028 Summer Olympics

How Milwaukee Could Have Hosted The 2028 Summer Olympics

New book by veteran radio broadcaster reveals how this dream could have become reality.

Symposium Is All About Milwaukee’s Iconic Bricks

Symposium Is All About Milwaukee’s Iconic Bricks

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance event aims to preserve Cream City's heritage.

Plats and Parcels: Company Moving HQ To Milwaukee
Plats and Parcels

Company Moving HQ To Milwaukee

Mayville Engineering is biggest metal fabricating company in U.S. Plus: Bay View school completes addition and our weekly recap.

Friday Photos: The Fitz Rises On The East Side
Friday Photos

The Fitz Rises On The East Side

New apartment building rises just off Downer Avenue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Downer Chancery To Be Renovated For New Tenants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Downer Chancery To Be Renovated For New Tenants

SereniTea would occupy half of space, which will be reconfigured in line with its original design.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mitchell Street Building Will Be Picked Up and Moved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mitchell Street Building Will Be Picked Up and Moved

Proposal creates new space for funeral home's plaza. Will it survive move?

Doors Open Returning With New Locations, Neighborhood Tours

Doors Open Returning With New Locations, Neighborhood Tours

See what replaced the Grand Avenue food court, or how the art museum saved a historic mansion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Augustine Prep Opens $49 Million Elementary School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Augustine Prep Opens $49 Million Elementary School

New building allows for major growth. And an even bigger project is planned.

Milwaukee Businesses Pitch Republicans

Milwaukee Businesses Pitch Republicans

300 businesses at Baird Center seek customers and contacts for 2024 convention.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ramirez Has Big Plans For Cardinal Stritch Campus
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ramirez Has Big Plans For Cardinal Stritch Campus

$24 million investment will help create northside Augustine Prep, making a mega-school.

Lakefront Streetcar Extension Opens October 29

Lakefront Streetcar Extension Opens October 29

New line will operate as a 'preview' until spring 2024, when The Couture's base opens.

No Trump, But Republican Debate Fills Hotels, Creates Buzz

No Trump, But Republican Debate Fills Hotels, Creates Buzz

And draws protesters. Wednesday's event is first debate of 2024 GOP presidential race.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Lists Park East Lot For Sale, Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Lists Park East Lot For Sale, Again

RFP responses due Oct. 6. County has struggled to find buyer who can secure financing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developers Seek to Raze Historic Third Ward Tavern
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developers Seek to Raze Historic Third Ward Tavern

Repairing fire-damaged, sinking structure would only result in 'Disney-like imitation.'

Plats and Parcels: Deer District Venue Downsized, But New Hotel Could Join It
Plats and Parcels

Deer District Venue Downsized, But New Hotel Could Join It

Plus: Wine distributor sets up shop on Bradley Rd. and a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Garden Homes Sees New Life Through Perseverance
Friday Photos

Garden Homes Sees New Life Through Perseverance

Long-awaited project rehabilitating dilapidated homes in first-of-its-kind neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Weekend Blitz of Southside Home Repairs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Weekend Blitz of Southside Home Repairs

Revitalize Milwaukee's annual event will include repairs at 18 houses.

New Arts Organization Opening On Mitchell Street

New Arts Organization Opening On Mitchell Street

With a makerspace, artist-in-residence program, cafe, goal is a hub for creative community.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Could Start in 60 Days On Massive Bay View Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Could Start in 60 Days On Massive Bay View Project

Proposal would add eight buildings, 576 apartments where a vacant factory stands.

Eyes on Milwaukee: IKON Hotel Dropped In Favor of ‘Sears Market’ Concept
Eyes on Milwaukee

IKON Hotel Dropped In Favor of ‘Sears Market’ Concept

New proposal to redevelop former Sears department store at Fond du Lac and North.

Planet Fitness Planned For Bay View

Planet Fitness Planned For Bay View

Gym would fill space recently vacated by Family Dollar.

President Sells ‘Bidenomics’ In Visit To Milwaukee

President Sells ‘Bidenomics’ In Visit To Milwaukee

Biden touts green jobs, low unemployment, rebuilding middle class in factory floor speech.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Froedtert Awards $4.7 Million For Community Clinic Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Froedtert Awards $4.7 Million For Community Clinic Expansion

Groundbreaking held for Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers expansion.

Light The Hoan Adds Dockside Viewing Locations For Thursday’s Event

Light The Hoan Adds Dockside Viewing Locations For Thursday’s Event

'Hoanchella' serves as kickoff to light the lake side of bridge.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sixteenth Street Health Centers Demolishing House for Parking
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sixteenth Street Health Centers Demolishing House for Parking

And more tear downs for parking could follow. Is it good policy?

Plats and Parcels: City Seeks Buyer For Northside Tavern
Plats and Parcels

City Seeks Buyer For Northside Tavern

Plus: Plumbing equipment company expanding in Menomonee Valley. And a recap of week's real estate news.

President Biden To Visit Milwaukee on Tuesday

President Biden To Visit Milwaukee on Tuesday

President will tout "Bidenomics" in advance of GOP debate.

Immersive Art and Light Exhibit Will Transform Mitchell Street

Immersive Art and Light Exhibit Will Transform Mitchell Street

Two night event takes place in early September.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Associated Closing Southside Branch, Five Others
Eyes on Milwaukee

Associated Closing Southside Branch, Five Others

Closures span Wisconsin and Illinois.

Four Milwaukee Buildings Headed To Auction Block

Four Milwaukee Buildings Headed To Auction Block

Iron Horse Hotel, downtown office building, 30th Street Corridor redevelopment candidate and Park Place office building on the market.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Hotel Taken Over By Lender
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Hotel Taken Over By Lender

Transfer in lieu of foreclosure answers question on why hotel mysteriously closed in late April.

City Seeks Firm To Manage Its Accelerating Lead Pipe Replacements

City Seeks Firm To Manage Its Accelerating Lead Pipe Replacements

New funding would allow program to double in size by 2025. Will council change plan?

Proposed East Side Tower On Hold

Proposed East Side Tower On Hold

Rising interest rates and increased sales tax rate cited by Goll Mansion site developer.

Plats and Parcels: City Will Contribute $9 Million To Huge Bay View Development
Plats and Parcels

City Will Contribute $9 Million To Huge Bay View Development

Plus: Atid Properties sells portfolio and a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway On First Iron District Building
Friday Photos

Construction Underway On First Iron District Building

Michigan Street Commons will add new apartments to southwest corner of Downtown.

Developer Seeks To Be Part of King Drive Renaissance

Developer Seeks To Be Part of King Drive Renaissance

Mediterranean-style car dealership presents opportunity.

Waukesha Officials Tour Milwaukee Water Plant

Waukesha Officials Tour Milwaukee Water Plant

Elected officials get up close tour of how their water will get from Lake Michigan to their taps.

New Report Finds Milwaukee’s Criminal Justice System In Peril

New Report Finds Milwaukee’s Criminal Justice System In Peril

Arrests are down, felony charges are down and a court backlog remains

Eyes on Milwaukee: Major Arts Foundation Proposes Walker’s Point Cultural Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Major Arts Foundation Proposes Walker’s Point Cultural Center

Ruth Foundation aims to redevelop W. Florida Street building.

May “Groundbreaking” Planned For $75 Million Theater Center

May “Groundbreaking” Planned For $75 Million Theater Center

Milwaukee Rep will need to move some shows off-site while Associated Bank Theater Center is constructed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Selling Land For New Children’s Hospital Clinic
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Selling Land For New Children’s Hospital Clinic

Facility would be built next to Uihlein Soccer Park.

West Nile Virus Found in Milwaukee

West Nile Virus Found in Milwaukee

Be extra vigilant about avoiding mosquitos.

Food Trucks Banned On Portion of W. Silver Spring Drive

Food Trucks Banned On Portion of W. Silver Spring Drive

Alderman says grills, pop-up shoe sales have occurred on busy street.

City Hall: City Attorney Pumps Brakes On Council’s Lobbying Changes
City Hall

City Attorney Pumps Brakes On Council’s Lobbying Changes

Decision is on hold until at least after the August recess.

Eyes on Milwaukee: After $15-Per-Hour Pledge, Museum Gets Zoning Change
Eyes on Milwaukee

After $15-Per-Hour Pledge, Museum Gets Zoning Change

Council members asked for better protections for food service workers.

Plats and Parcels: Former M&I Bank Headquarters Being Listed For Sale
Plats and Parcels

Former M&I Bank Headquarters Being Listed For Sale

Irgens considered many uses for building after developing BMO Tower. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Streetcar Ridership Has Climbed For 27 Straight Months Year-Over-Year

Streetcar Ridership Has Climbed For 27 Straight Months Year-Over-Year

But is still below 2019 figures. Extension will open in October.

Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall

Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall

Phoenix Investors had secured the troubled property, but city opposed its redevelopment plans.

Pfister Hotel Receiving $20 Million In Upgrades

Pfister Hotel Receiving $20 Million In Upgrades

Renovation aims to be completed in time for Republican National Convention.

Council Members Want Better Pay For Museum Food Service Workers

Council Members Want Better Pay For Museum Food Service Workers

Zoning vote could hinge on oft-overlooked city policy.

How Committed Is City To Tearing Down 794?

How Committed Is City To Tearing Down 794?

Council members question 'weasel language' in Milwaukee plan for Downtown.

Mayor’s Political Director Steps Down, Leaves Nation Consulting

Mayor’s Political Director Steps Down, Leaves Nation Consulting

Sachin Chheda, who led successful statewide campaigns, leaves political consulting firm.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside St. Augustine’s Huge Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside St. Augustine’s Huge Expansion

K4-12 private choice school adding new $49 million school building.

Fundraising Campaign Aims To Light Lake Side of Hoan Bridge

Fundraising Campaign Aims To Light Lake Side of Hoan Bridge

Launch party includes ticketed cruise aboard the Miss Wisconsin, fireworks and music.

City Hall: Council Demands Control of Lobbying, Despite Mayoral Pushback
City Hall

Council Demands Control of Lobbying, Despite Mayoral Pushback

Mayor and council president at impasse, council set to take more control.

Plats and Parcels: City Seeks Developer For Land at 16th and Forest Home
Plats and Parcels

City Seeks Developer For Land at 16th and Forest Home

Deal will even include part of the street. Plus: recap of the week's real estate news.

Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend

Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend

Cawker Play Area to become Al Jarreau Park.

Friday Photos: Micro Hospital Takes Shape Near Airport
Friday Photos

Micro Hospital Takes Shape Near Airport

For-profit company developing small hospital at 20th and Layton.

City Hall: Street Will Receive Honorary Name For Wisconsin’s First Black Sheriff
City Hall

Street Will Receive Honorary Name For Wisconsin’s First Black Sheriff

"Sheriff Richard Artison" will be applied to portion of N. 9th Street near courthouse.

After State Law Stripped Authority, Leaders of Milwaukee’s Fire & Police Commission Resign

After State Law Stripped Authority, Leaders of Milwaukee’s Fire & Police Commission Resign

Chair Edward Fallone and Vice Chair Amanda Avalos resign in protest following "assault on self-government."

Transportation: National Ave Could Get Protected Bike Lanes, Fewer Driving Lanes
Transportation

National Ave Could Get Protected Bike Lanes, Fewer Driving Lanes

But will accommodations be made for bus rapid transit or streetcar service?

City Endorses New Lakefront Marathon Course With Hoan Bridge

City Endorses New Lakefront Marathon Course With Hoan Bridge

Approval eliminates issue that doomed the 2022 race.

Buskers To Take Over The Riverwalk

Buskers To Take Over The Riverwalk

'It's Alive on the RiverWalk' series to offer free performers on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Transportation: State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794
Transportation

State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794

Should elevated freeway between 6th St. and Hoan Bridge become a boulevard? Two public meetings to seek citizen comments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Celebrates Biggest Investment In 60 Years
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Celebrates Biggest Investment In 60 Years

New facility is a partnership of city and state, like 'peanut butter and jelly.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Okays Huge Housing Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Okays Huge Housing Development

Rejects Ald. Taylor's push to delay proposal for 1,145 units of housing near Northridge.

Walker’s Point Apartment Proposal Seeks Zoning Variance

Walker’s Point Apartment Proposal Seeks Zoning Variance

New Land moving forward on 6-story, 65 unit development on 4th and Florida.

The Bubbles Have Landed in Milwaukee

The Bubbles Have Landed in Milwaukee

The evanescent event in Downtown will last just one week before, poof, it disappears.

Plats and Parcels: City Seeks Buyer For Fond du Lac Avenue Building
Plats and Parcels

City Seeks Buyer For Fond du Lac Avenue Building

A former barbershop and Harley dealer. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Inside Wellpoint’s Campus Overhaul
Friday Photos

Inside Wellpoint’s Campus Overhaul

1950s orphanage evolves into hub for community and trauma-informed care.

City Hall: Mayor Johnson Signs 2% Sales Tax Into Law
City Hall

Mayor Johnson Signs 2% Sales Tax Into Law

"Something huge, something major, something extraordinary," says Johnson of revenue deal, averting fiscal cliff.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Villard Avenue Church Finds New Life
Eyes on Milwaukee

Villard Avenue Church Finds New Life

Kingdom Empowered Ministries will buy city-owned property.

City Hall: Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power
City Hall

Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power

Deal that gave Milwaukee a 2% sales tax also stripped Fire & Police Commission of much of its authority.

Land Trust Unveils Forever Affordable Homes

Land Trust Unveils Forever Affordable Homes

Four new homes part of effort to create a total of 45 by 2025.

UWM Gets Largest Donation In Its History

UWM Gets Largest Donation In Its History

Zilber Family Foundation giving $20 million to College of Public Health.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual Names Tower Team
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Names Tower Team

And wins approval for street closure. Second glassy tower to be built by team that helped create signature 2017 tower.

Common Council Approves 2% Milwaukee Sales Tax

Common Council Approves 2% Milwaukee Sales Tax

But members blast policy provisions state is imposing. Mayor says vote was equal to one to create city in 1846.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Can Mitchell Street Building Be Moved?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Can Mitchell Street Building Be Moved?

Owner doesn't think so, but Historic Commission wants an engineer's opinion

Abbott Elementary Star Will Headline Cultures & Communities Festival

Abbott Elementary Star Will Headline Cultures & Communities Festival

Milwaukee Film's fall festival also adds Salt-N-Pepa DJ.

Plats and Parcels: Nova Could Be Downtown Airbnb Hub
Plats and Parcels

Nova Could Be Downtown Airbnb Hub

Apartments could be temporarily leased as "pop-up hotel." Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway On Harley’s Hub
Friday Photos

Construction Underway On Harley’s Hub

Wiill be the central element of new Davidson Park. But what does it mean for future of HQ?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual Contributes $3 Million To Home Ownership Efforts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Contributes $3 Million To Home Ownership Efforts

Insurance company to fund two nonprofits: a land trust and home acquisition fund.

Transportation: Harley-Davidson Is New Streetcar Sponsor
Transportation

Harley-Davidson Is New Streetcar Sponsor

Harley 'Homecoming' streetcar comes with free ticket giveaway.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 35th and Vliet To Become Milwaukee’s Art Intersection
Eyes on Milwaukee

35th and Vliet To Become Milwaukee’s Art Intersection

Derrick Cainion hopes to create sculpture garden, art gallery, artist housing and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: E. North Ave. Apartments Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

E. North Ave. Apartments Moving Forward

Council committee endorses land sale, zoning change, TIF for long-sought development.

Baird Name Will Be Added Atop U.S Bank Center

Baird Name Will Be Added Atop U.S Bank Center

Financial company extends its lease of nearly half of Wisconsin's tallest building.

City Hall: Council, Mayor At Odds On City Lobbying
City Hall

Council, Mayor At Odds On City Lobbying

Council members feel they were left out of state revenue deal, want more control over city lobbyists.

City Hall: Rusty Bolts Will Cost City $50,000
City Hall

Rusty Bolts Will Cost City $50,000

Plus: City settles lawsuit with McDonald's franchisee and reduces Hal Leonard's property taxes.

Photo Gallery: Independence Day Parades Snake Through Milwaukee
Photo Gallery

Independence Day Parades Snake Through Milwaukee

No shortage of smiles, nor candy, as community groups host Fourth of July events.

Once Secret Restaurant Closing

Once Secret Restaurant Closing

Red Light Ramen, a spinoff of Ardent, grew a following on the Lower East Side.

Have A Firefighting Boat? City Needs One for Republican Convention

Have A Firefighting Boat? City Needs One for Republican Convention

City seeking all sorts of security products for national convention in July 2024.

New ‘Healing Spaces’ Created In Vacant Lots

New ‘Healing Spaces’ Created In Vacant Lots

Program, championed by Alderwoman Coggs, aims to turn blight to beauty.

Plats and Parcels: Developers Selected For Early Childhood Educator Homes
Plats and Parcels

Developers Selected For Early Childhood Educator Homes

Aim is to boost childcare and minority homeowners. Plus: recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: EIGHTEEN87 Adding Riverfront Affordable Housing
Friday Photos

EIGHTEEN87 Adding Riverfront Affordable Housing

Permit filing indicates new building will soon rise immediately to its west.

Milwaukee Wins Grant To Create “Traffic Calming Lending Library”

Milwaukee Wins Grant To Create “Traffic Calming Lending Library”

Want to borrow a temporary traffic circle? DPW's building program to test ideas beyond speed humps.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual Wins Key Vote To Close Cass Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Wins Key Vote To Close Cass Street

But not without derision, and the suggestion to create an open-air passageway for the public.

Transportation: Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward
Transportation

Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward

Wider sidewalks, fewer traffic lanes contemplated.

Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions

Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions

If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.

Meeting Will Guide Design of Bronzeville Arts Center

Meeting Will Guide Design of Bronzeville Arts Center

Black arts center will occupy key corner of W. North Ave. and N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

Your Input Sought On How To Get To One Million Residents

Your Input Sought On How To Get To One Million Residents

Public meetings will seek suggestions on how to grow city and achieve mayor's vision.

Milwaukee’s Air Quality Worst Among All Large Cities

Milwaukee’s Air Quality Worst Among All Large Cities

Canadian wildfires blamed. Residents advised to limit outdoor activities.

Four Options To Transform Brady Street

Four Options To Transform Brady Street

Business improvement district releases study, seeks feedback. The goal: 'to create one of the world's great streets.'

Mayor Johnson Touts “One Milwaukee” Vision In State of City Speech

Mayor Johnson Touts “One Milwaukee” Vision In State of City Speech

Public safety, an end to reckless driving, more bike lanes, lead lateral replacement and a city government back from the brink.

Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax

Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax

And blasts state policy restrictions while insisting tax is far from a 'Milwaukee bailout.'

Plats and Parcels: Airport Train Station Expansion Underway
Plats and Parcels

Airport Train Station Expansion Underway

Its construction will help expand Amtrak Hiawatha. Plus: Recap of the week's real estate news.

Transportation: Milwaukee Wins $14 Million Grant To Rebuild, Reimagine Villard Avenue
Transportation

Milwaukee Wins $14 Million Grant To Rebuild, Reimagine Villard Avenue

Northside main street will receive "Complete Streets" treatment.

Friday Photos: Harambee Block Transformed By New Buildings
Friday Photos

Harambee Block Transformed By New Buildings

Six houses and a new apartment building fill formerly vacant land.

Transportation: See The State’s Design Concepts For Replacing Or Rebuilding Interstate 794
Transportation

See The State’s Design Concepts For Replacing Or Rebuilding Interstate 794

Eight options, two of which call for complete removal. All include extended streets, fewer ramps.

Brew City Match Aims To Boost More Than 20 Businesses

Brew City Match Aims To Boost More Than 20 Businesses

Program is focused on supporting business and property owners in Milwaukee's historic commercial areas.

New Oil Pipeline Planned Through Milwaukee’s South Side

New Oil Pipeline Planned Through Milwaukee’s South Side

Pipeline ultimately designed to move oil to Green Bay - by barge.

City Hall: Common Council Plans To Approve Sales Tax
City Hall

Common Council Plans To Approve Sales Tax

And later sue the state over policy restrictions. They 'will not dampen our creativity.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall Lawsuit Keeps Dragging On
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall Lawsuit Keeps Dragging On

Will it ever be razed? New issues add to legal mess while city awaits appeals court ruling.

City Hall: Sales Tax Timing Is Burning Issue
City Hall

Sales Tax Timing Is Burning Issue

Will two-thirds of Common Council support 2% sales tax? How tricky is the tax's timing?

Brady Street Festival Adds Indoors Stages

Brady Street Festival Adds Indoors Stages

And dog yoga! One of Milwaukee's largest street festivals returns July 29.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Troubled Apartment Complex Paying Tenants To End Leases
Eyes on Milwaukee

Troubled Apartment Complex Paying Tenants To End Leases

DNR won't let tenants return to Community Within the Corridor for several months.

Photo Gallery: Juneteenth Draws Thousands To King Drive
Photo Gallery

Juneteenth Draws Thousands To King Drive

52nd annual parade celebrates Black emancipation.

Plats and Parcels: Two Blocks of Brewers Hill Slated For Development
Plats and Parcels

Two Blocks of Brewers Hill Slated For Development

It's 16 parcels of land overlooking Downtown. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Midtown Vacant Lot To Become Substance Abuse Treatment Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Midtown Vacant Lot To Become Substance Abuse Treatment Center

Serenity Inns plans major expansion, draws praise from alderman.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Tool Paints Downtown Red
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Tool Paints Downtown Red

Company's new Westown office is a beacon of red.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Could Regulate Airbnb, Other Services
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Could Regulate Airbnb, Other Services

Short-term rentals have proliferated beyond Downtown, but no public database of who is participating exists.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwest Affordable Housing Development To Get City Subsidy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwest Affordable Housing Development To Get City Subsidy

With plans for late summer groundbreaking.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Plan To Save Third Ward Swing Bridge
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Plan To Save Third Ward Swing Bridge

Proposal calls for it to become a national model, 'the coolest nightlife spot in the city.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fall Construction Planned for Downtown Dog Park, Brewery
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fall Construction Planned for Downtown Dog Park, Brewery

By 2024 Foxtown Brewing complex and dog park could be the "hot new place" in town.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Will Ban Most New Vape Shops
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Will Ban Most New Vape Shops

City zoning code change aims to deter teens from using tobacco.

Milwaukee Has Very Ambitious Climate and Jobs Plan

Milwaukee Has Very Ambitious Climate and Jobs Plan

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic and ECO director Erick Shambarger seek to transform the city.

The New State Will Have New Cafe

The New State Will Have New Cafe

Daddy's Soul Food owners will run cafe at redeveloped all-ages rock club at 26th and State.

City Hall: Municipal Court Cancels Alternatives Contract, Sparks Controversy
City Hall

Municipal Court Cancels Alternatives Contract, Sparks Controversy

Opponents say the change could hurt vulnerable defendants, increase incarceration.

City Hall: Police Settlement Will Cost Millions Less Than Expected
City Hall

Police Settlement Will Cost Millions Less Than Expected

Plus: costs grow in claim against Tearman Spencer and a firefighter conspiracy defense.

Plats and Parcels: Republicans Cut Funding For Black Arts Center
Plats and Parcels

Republicans Cut Funding For Black Arts Center

$5 million for Bronzeville Center for the Arts cut. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Third Ward Tower Making Its Mark
Friday Photos

Third Ward Tower Making Its Mark

Building will eventually rise 31 stories, but it's already clearly visible

Transportation: Milwaukee Planning Three Protected Bike Lanes, Trail to Lake
Transportation

Milwaukee Planning Three Protected Bike Lanes, Trail to Lake

City seeking federal funds from state to advance projects across city.

Milwaukee Sales Tax Deal Reached, Referendum Dropped

Milwaukee Sales Tax Deal Reached, Referendum Dropped

Deal at Capitol requires Common Council, County Board to pass new taxes with two-thirds votes. Includes substantial policy measures.

Are These Houses Historic? Milwaukee Never Got To The Point Of Deciding

Are These Houses Historic? Milwaukee Never Got To The Point Of Deciding

Clock runs out on Bay View historic designation debate. A new house is likely coming.

Milwaukee Has New Case Of Mpox

Milwaukee Has New Case Of Mpox

Diease formerly known as monkeypox hasn't gone away. Free vaccines are available.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Following Fire, Recycling Center May Move
Eyes on Milwaukee

Following Fire, Recycling Center May Move

Menomonee Valley riverfront site could be repurposed for private development.

Officials, Neighbors Debate Brady Street’s Future

Officials, Neighbors Debate Brady Street’s Future

Close the street to cars? Remove parking? All options on the table.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Park East Site To Be Relisted For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Park East Site To Be Relisted For Sale

Proposed $60 million hotel and apartment complex on downtown land never happened..

Giannis and Brothers Opening Clothing Store

Giannis and Brothers Opening Clothing Store

Second 'Antetokounbros' store (the first is in Athens) planned for Deer District.

Marcus Center Names New CEO

Marcus Center Names New CEO

Kevin Giglinto will lead organization, replacing Kendra Whitlock Ingram.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Picks KG Development Partnership To Build New King Drive Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Picks KG Development Partnership To Build New King Drive Apartments

Affordable development includes three commercial tenants, would replace vacant funeral home.

Plats and Parcels: Republicans Approve Gov. Evers’ Allocation of $32.6 Million More To Build Milwaukee Youth Prison
Plats and Parcels

Republicans Approve Gov. Evers’ Allocation of $32.6 Million More To Build Milwaukee Youth Prison

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Kicks Off Three-Cruise-Ship Weekend

Milwaukee Kicks Off Three-Cruise-Ship Weekend

The two biggest cruise ships on the Great Lakes were both in Milwaukee simultaneously Friday.

Friday Photos: Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture
Friday Photos

Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture

Lakefront tower now stands 15 stories tall, while streetcar connection is built out in base.

Public Meetings Upcoming On Redesign Of Two Major Southside Streets

Public Meetings Upcoming On Redesign Of Two Major Southside Streets

National and Oklahoma will see major changes. Meetings give chance for questions and feedback.

Republicans Block State Funding For Iron District Stadium

Republicans Block State Funding For Iron District Stadium

Gov. Evers proposed $9.3 million in support for $45 million stadium. Plus: Concert venue downsized.

City Hall: Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets
City Hall

Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets

Prior practice was "terrible" says Bay View alderwoman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rep Releases Updated Theater Designs, Seeks Donations To Start Construction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rep Releases Updated Theater Designs, Seeks Donations To Start Construction

Donors offer $7.5 million in matching donations for $75 million Associated Bank Theater Center.

City Hall: Milwaukee Reloads Lawsuit Howitzer
City Hall

Milwaukee Reloads Lawsuit Howitzer

City continuing to fight lawsuit claiming it created containment zones for the poor.

City Hall: Milwaukee Loses Its ‘A’ Credit Rating, Costing Millions
City Hall

Milwaukee Loses Its ‘A’ Credit Rating, Costing Millions

City is now only three levels above junk. Costs of borrowing keep increasing.

City Hall: New Food Truck Restrictions Approved
City Hall

New Food Truck Restrictions Approved

Time limits, distance minimums, other rules target bad actors, say sponsors Brostoff and Zamarripa.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Tower Gets Final Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Tower Gets Final Approval

New Land proposal for 25-story building wins unanimous Common Council vote.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks ‘Landmark Development’ for Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks ‘Landmark Development’ for Downtown

Milwaukee seeks developer for multiple-building project near 5th and Wisconsin.

Assessment Error Costs Milwaukee $750,000

Assessment Error Costs Milwaukee $750,000

AT&T building was given improper tax bill after 2021 sale. Whoops.

Gov. Evers Appoints Three New Milwaukee Judges

Gov. Evers Appoints Three New Milwaukee Judges

Amber Raffeet August, Anderson Gansner and Raphael Ramos picked to fill vacancies.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Veterans Complex Will Greatly Expand
Eyes on Milwaukee

Veterans Complex Will Greatly Expand

Vets Place Central at 33rd and Wells to grow bigger, provide more veterans housing.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Hampton Inn Mysteriously Closes
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Hampton Inn Mysteriously Closes

Signs point to financial issues. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Power House Apartments Rise On Hidden River Site
Friday Photos

Power House Apartments Rise On Hidden River Site

New building is fourth and final phase of River Place Lofts.

East Side Pedestrian Plaza Opens

East Side Pedestrian Plaza Opens

The crossroads of the East Side are now a little bit easier to traverse.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Common Ground, MPS Celebrate New Washington High School Athletic Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Common Ground, MPS Celebrate New Washington High School Athletic Complex

New playfield and track have been eight years in the making.

Wisconsin Planning Passenger Trains To Green Bay, Madison

Wisconsin Planning Passenger Trains To Green Bay, Madison

Startup could be funded by $44 billion from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Wins $5.5 Million To Clean Up Polluted Sites
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Wins $5.5 Million To Clean Up Polluted Sites

Part of $315 million federal award. Milwaukee will use much of the award in and around Century City.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Master Lock Closing Milwaukee Manufacturing Plant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Master Lock Closing Milwaukee Manufacturing Plant

Union says 330 jobs being outsourced.

New Body Camera Policy Won’t Apply During RNC

New Body Camera Policy Won’t Apply During RNC

Community advocates decry decision, including lack of public comment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Massive Bay View Development Plan Has Grown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Massive Bay View Development Plan Has Grown

Bear Development's plan for state's largest private affordable housing complex gets bigger.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See The 2023 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
Eyes on Milwaukee

See The 2023 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners

20 winners span the city, represent the best of Milwaukee architecture and design.

City Hall: City Unveils Latest Lead Lateral Plan
City Hall

City Unveils Latest Lead Lateral Plan

With added federal funding, Water Works can now replace more laterals each year, but which ones?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Potato-Focused Restaurant Planned For Historic Schlitz Tavern
Eyes on Milwaukee

Potato-Focused Restaurant Planned For Historic Schlitz Tavern

Potato Heads will open at 27th and Lisbon.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 25-Story Tower Wins Crucial Endorsement
Eyes on Milwaukee

25-Story Tower Wins Crucial Endorsement

High-end, 318-unit apartment complex would replace parking lot on N. Farwell Ave.

Popular Summerfest Kid’s Park Now Open

Popular Summerfest Kid’s Park Now Open

But check the schedule. Northwestern Mutual Community Park is free, but often closed due to festival calendar.

City Hall: The Ins and Outs of Milwaukee’s Financial Future
City Hall

The Ins and Outs of Milwaukee’s Financial Future

Republican legislators can't agree on how many strings to attach to funding proposal.

Massive Bubbles Coming To Downtown In July

Massive Bubbles Coming To Downtown In July

Promoter promises 'the most Instagrammable moment of the summer.'

Pabst Theater Group Opening New Venue, Closing Colectivo Back Room

Pabst Theater Group Opening New Venue, Closing Colectivo Back Room

Pabst will buy Farwell Avenue building once targeted for event venue.

Plats and Parcels: City Tours Company Plans Headquarters in Walker’s Point
Plats and Parcels

City Tours Company Plans Headquarters in Walker’s Point

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway On Greenest Library in Milwaukee
Friday Photos

Construction Underway On Greenest Library in Milwaukee

New Martin Luther King Library will be a community hub, and provide housing for 93 households.

City Hall: Milwaukee Hiring New Police Officers
City Hall

Milwaukee Hiring New Police Officers

Milwaukee planning for three recruiting classes in 2024, starting pay is $64,000.

$200 Million Kia-Hyundai Settlement Would Pay Vehicle Owners, City’s Lawsuit Ongoing

$200 Million Kia-Hyundai Settlement Would Pay Vehicle Owners, City’s Lawsuit Ongoing

Theft epidemic caused by company's negligence, plaintiffs argued.

Ted Kellner Named New CEO of Republican National Convention

Ted Kellner Named New CEO of Republican National Convention

Steve King steps down to spend more time with family.

Does Milwaukee City Hall Need A Plaza?

Does Milwaukee City Hall Need A Plaza?

Visions differ for future of N. Market Street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Trade Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Trade Hotel

Deer District hotel hopes to win lots of business, including from NBA teams.

Pabst Theater Lights Up New Sign

Pabst Theater Lights Up New Sign

27-foot-tall blade sign lights up key downtown intersection.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MLK Library Closes, Construction Starts On Replacement
Eyes on Milwaukee

MLK Library Closes, Construction Starts On Replacement

Old library at 3rd and Locust closing, new mixed-use facility being constructed.

Habitat Building 9 Homes On 1 City Block

Habitat Building 9 Homes On 1 City Block

Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff will help, part of larger effort to build 80 houses in Harambee neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 50 New Homes For Early-Childhood Educators
Eyes on Milwaukee

50 New Homes For Early-Childhood Educators

LISC, CDA partnering with five centers to develop nearby, owner-occupied houses.

City Hall: Food Trucks Face New Restrictions
City Hall

Food Trucks Face New Restrictions

Proposal includes downtown time limit and ban on operating within 50 feet of a restaurant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Two Competing Apartment Buildings Proposed For King Drive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Two Competing Apartment Buildings Proposed For King Drive

City-owned property would become multi-story building with some 65 apartments.

Plats and Parcels: Another Company Bucks Trend, Expands Downtown Office
Plats and Parcels

Another Company Bucks Trend, Expands Downtown Office

HNTB expands downtown office. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Midtown Center Sold To Atlanta Investor
Eyes on Milwaukee

Midtown Center Sold To Atlanta Investor

Shopping center hit the auction block earlier this year.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s New “Mansions”
Friday Photos

Marquette’s New “Mansions”

Three new duplexes fill a long-vacant lot just north of university campus.

City Hall: W. Vine St. Gains Honorary Name For Pastor Elbridge Lock
City Hall

W. Vine St. Gains Honorary Name For Pastor Elbridge Lock

Plus: N. 33rd St. gains honorary named for bishop Kevin Carter.

City Hall: New Proposal Would Regulate When, Where And How Food Trucks Operate
City Hall

New Proposal Would Regulate When, Where And How Food Trucks Operate

Food trucks could return to Water Street, but with new requirements for how they operate.

City Hall: MPD Can Tow New Group of Repeat Reckless Drivers
City Hall

MPD Can Tow New Group of Repeat Reckless Drivers

City enacting its part of state law change. But how big of a loophole does the policy have?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Baird Center Reaches Highest Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Baird Center Reaches Highest Point

Topping-off ceremony for $456 million Wisconsin Center expansion draws dignitaries a year before completion.

Milwaukee Film Announces Award Winners

Milwaukee Film Announces Award Winners

And 58% hike in attendance. The next festival will take place April 11-25, 2024.

Near West Side, Prism Have New Leaders

Near West Side, Prism Have New Leaders

Lindsey St. Arnold Bell and Brenda J. Bowers taking over at two influential nonprofits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Spanish Company Will Make EV Chargers In Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Spanish Company Will Make EV Chargers In Milwaukee

Ingeteam will add product lines to its wind turbine plant in Menomonee Valley.

What’s That Orange Barrier in the Milwaukee River?

What’s That Orange Barrier in the Milwaukee River?

We Energies' project to dredge river bottom is part of much larger cleanup effort.

City Hall: Dr. T Confirmed As Health Commissioner
City Hall

Dr. T Confirmed As Health Commissioner

Michael Totoraitis is the new leader of city health department.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See The Future of Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

See The Future of Bay View

New neighborhood plan attempts to chart shared future for neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Emergency Housing For Those With Lead Poisoning
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Emergency Housing For Those With Lead Poisoning

Community Advocates expanding its portfolio of temporary housing.

Plats and Parcels: Regal Ware Moving HQ From Kewaskum To Milwaukee
Plats and Parcels

Regal Ware Moving HQ From Kewaskum To Milwaukee

Plus: Beradda buys and Hendricks sells buildings. And recap of week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Plan For Bay View’s Zillman Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Plan For Bay View’s Zillman Park

Based on feedback, city changes course on now long-awaited refresh.

Friday Photos: Piles Being Driven For New Third Ward Apartments
Friday Photos

Piles Being Driven For New Third Ward Apartments

Steel piles will form foundation for five-story apartment complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Has New Historic Preservation Leader
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Has New Historic Preservation Leader

Emelia Rudd takes the helm of Milwaukee Preservation Alliance.

Cruise Season Kicks Off in Milwaukee

Cruise Season Kicks Off in Milwaukee

Milwaukee could set another record as Viking adds second ship to Great Lakes roster. But when will new dock be ready?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Century City Park Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Century City Park Expansion

Revamped Melvina Park at 29th and Melvina will nearly quadruple in size.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Milwaukee Projects Get Affordable Housing Funding
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Milwaukee Projects Get Affordable Housing Funding

Across Wisconsin, WHEDA awards funding for 23 proposed apartment buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Historic Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Historic Building

1883 Walker's Point building on S. 5th St. will be protected.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MATC Will Use Vacant Lot For Training Program
Eyes on Milwaukee

MATC Will Use Vacant Lot For Training Program

Partnership with city and We Energies will help train electrical line mechanics.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Creates Reprieve For Illegally Modified Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Creates Reprieve For Illegally Modified Homes

Unsuspecting buyers may purchase illegally modified historically protected buildings.

Top Picks For Milwaukee Film Fest’s Final Week

Top Picks For Milwaukee Film Fest’s Final Week

A packed week of screenings closes the 2023 festival.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Plan To Save Pabst Mansion Pavilion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Plan To Save Pabst Mansion Pavilion

Key part of a 10-year plan to restore mansion to blue-ribbon status.

Plats and Parcels: Wellpoint Overhauling Capitol Drive Campus
Plats and Parcels

Wellpoint Overhauling Capitol Drive Campus

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

City Hall: Milwaukee’s Million Dollar Pipeline
City Hall

Milwaukee’s Million Dollar Pipeline

An aviation fuel pipeline will pay rent for the first time in 50 years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE’s New Building Will Be ‘Kendall Breunig Center’
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE’s New Building Will Be ‘Kendall Breunig Center’

Real estate developer donated building, and $2 million, to university.

City Hall: New Health Commissioner Wins Key Approval
City Hall

New Health Commissioner Wins Key Approval

Michael Totoraitis says he's commited to providing long-term, strategic leadership.

City Hall: Potholes Are A Hot Problem in Milwaukee
City Hall

Potholes Are A Hot Problem in Milwaukee

Council members frustrated as complaints mount.

7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee

7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee

New downtown plan calls for streetcar expansion, protected bike network, rethinking 794 and improved public spaces.

City Hall: City May Close Libraries, Cut 25% of Police and Fire Departments
City Hall

City May Close Libraries, Cut 25% of Police and Fire Departments

Milwaukee faces $156 million fiscal cliff without state help.

City Hall: Pérez Shakes Up Council Committees
City Hall

Pérez Shakes Up Council Committees

Changes after new members added: Ald. Scott Spiker gets his first gavel, Zamarripa loses hers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park

Its plan for Vel R. Phillips Plaza is to create new gathering spot for Westown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 25-Story Farwell Tower Wins First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

25-Story Farwell Tower Wins First Approval

High-end building would include pool and preserve two historic buildings.

5 Films To See At Milwaukee Film Festival

5 Films To See At Milwaukee Film Festival

Of 250 choices in entire festival here are five picks for every day this week.

New Harvard Design School Leader a Longtime Local Architect

New Harvard Design School Leader a Longtime Local Architect

Grace La's enduring impact on Milwaukee includes Marsupial Bridge and Kilbourn Tower.

Plats and Parcels: Trust Company Expanding In Walker’s Point
Plats and Parcels

Trust Company Expanding In Walker’s Point

Milwaukee's urban core a post-pandemic winner. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

City Hall: Milwaukee Police Must Release Crime Footage Within 15 Days
City Hall

Milwaukee Police Must Release Crime Footage Within 15 Days

Police union sues over change.

City Hall: New, “More Friendly” Milwaukee Night Parking Permits Available
City Hall

New, “More Friendly” Milwaukee Night Parking Permits Available

New permit structure is easier in three key ways.

Shorewood Spitter Found Guilty For 2020 Protest Confrontation

Shorewood Spitter Found Guilty For 2020 Protest Confrontation

Stephanie Rapkin spit in face of Black teenager protesting for racial equity.

RNC Looking For Businesses To Partner With

RNC Looking For Businesses To Partner With

Host committee launches vendor website, promises lasting impact.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starts on Redeveloping 150 Vacant Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starts on Redeveloping 150 Vacant Homes

Homes MKE aims to create new homeowners, improve neighborhoods.

Mayor Names New Health Commissioner

Mayor Names New Health Commissioner

Michael Totoraitis will lead department, subject to council confirmation.

City Hall: Council Bans Food Trucks Along Four Blocks of Water Street
City Hall

Council Bans Food Trucks Along Four Blocks of Water Street

Unanimous vote for stretch north of bar district may be precursor to citywide regulations.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11-Story East Side Hotel Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

11-Story East Side Hotel Approved

Council unanimously endorses new hotel for Brady Street.

City Hall: New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause
City Hall

New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause

Andrea Pratt, Lamont Westmoreland and Larresa Taylor join first full council in 17 months.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ

Ccmpany's campus is designed to attract the workforce, and customers, of the future.

City Hall: Milwaukee Could Ban TikTok
City Hall

Milwaukee Could Ban TikTok

Security-driven decision could end free advertising medium for public library and other uses by city.

Plats and Parcels: Court Approves Sale Of 100 East Building
Plats and Parcels

Court Approves Sale Of 100 East Building

Ruling clears way for redevelopment. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

NBA Approves Haslam’s Acquisition of Milwaukee Bucks

NBA Approves Haslam’s Acquisition of Milwaukee Bucks

Cleveland Browns' owner buying Marc Lasry's interest in team.

Wisconsin Center Pauses Art Removal

Wisconsin Center Pauses Art Removal

CEO says he thought matter was resolved with grant, only for conflict to emerge.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Court Could Effectively Block Northridge Sale To Phoenix Investors
Eyes on Milwaukee

Court Could Effectively Block Northridge Sale To Phoenix Investors

Judge indicates he could transfer title to city after appeals court ruling. Chinese owners reveal their original intent for property.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Plans New Building For Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Plans New Building For Walker’s Point

Apartment building would rise at S. 4th St. and W. Florida St.

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Selected For National Pedestrian Safety Initiative

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Selected For National Pedestrian Safety Initiative

Milwaukee is one of nine cities in new program.

Bowen Won’t Seek Recount, Pratt Is New Alderwoman

Bowen Won’t Seek Recount, Pratt Is New Alderwoman

Andrea Pratt wins race to replace Ashanti Hamilton by 17 votes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Recommends $16 Million For New Downtown Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Recommends $16 Million For New Downtown Park

To be called Vel R. Phillips Plaza. Plus $6 million for other projects.

City Hall: Registration Is Open For ‘No Mow May’
City Hall

Registration Is Open For ‘No Mow May’

And if you act fast, you can get a free sign.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Neu-Life Plans Development at 12th and Cherry
Eyes on Milwaukee

Neu-Life Plans Development at 12th and Cherry

A 6-story, mixed-use building with 36 apartments, a gym, offices and culinary training.

Froedtert To Merge With Fox Valley’s ThedaCare

Froedtert To Merge With Fox Valley’s ThedaCare

Merger would create larger competitor in consolidation-driven health care space.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brady Street Hotel Design Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brady Street Hotel Design Approved

The 11-story building would be only hotel between Downtown and Glendale.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Downtown Hotel Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Downtown Hotel Approved

Historic commission endorses revisions to proposed Tempo by Hilton.

Plats and Parcels: Iron District Gains More Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Iron District Gains More Apartments

Four floors of apartments planned atop existing building. Plus: Recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Nova Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Nova Nears Completion

New apartment complex at Juneau and Van Buren will welcome first residents this summer.

City Hall: Pratt, Westmoreland and Taylor Win Council Seats
City Hall

Pratt, Westmoreland and Taylor Win Council Seats

Andrea Pratt defeats David Bowen by very slim margin.

Gena Defeats Lena For Municipal Court Judge

Gena Defeats Lena For Municipal Court Judge

Molly Gena trumps Sen. Lena Taylor in race to replace Derek Mosley.

Plats and Parcels: State Could Prosecute Community Within Corridor Developers
Plats and Parcels

State Could Prosecute Community Within Corridor Developers

But questions remain about the timeline. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Vote Tuesday: School Board Candidates
Vote Tuesday

School Board Candidates

Three contested races, including a citywide race.

Friday Photos: Site Prep Work Underway For Park East Apartments
Friday Photos

Site Prep Work Underway For Park East Apartments

The fourth time's the charm for vacant lot.

Legal Sports Betting Begins in Milwaukee

Legal Sports Betting Begins in Milwaukee

Mayor Cavalier Johnson puts $20 down for first bet.

Transportation: City Constructing 50 Traffic Calming Projects in 2023
Transportation

City Constructing 50 Traffic Calming Projects in 2023

From full reconstruction to rapid implementation test projects, DPW say it's time to build.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chase Tower Receiving New Amenities
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chase Tower Receiving New Amenities

Group RMC, Colliers working to boost occupancy rate at downtown office building.

Common Ground Bashes City’s Housing Authority

Common Ground Bashes City’s Housing Authority

Citing 'slumlord behavior,' launches Tenants United campaign, demands changes.

Vote Tuesday: Three Northside Aldermanic Races
Vote Tuesday

Three Northside Aldermanic Races

Six candidates running to fill three open seats on the Milwaukee Common Council.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Milwaukee Apartment Building Closed For Health Emergency
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Milwaukee Apartment Building Closed For Health Emergency

Community Within The Corridor has high levels of dangerous chemical, many residents forced to leave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks To Redevelop Marcus Center Garage
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks To Redevelop Marcus Center Garage

RFP to redevelop 700-space parking structure is expected to be issued 'soon.'

Sculpture Milwaukee Adding Spring Exhibit Inside The Avenue

Sculpture Milwaukee Adding Spring Exhibit Inside The Avenue

Exhibit by area colleges in downtown complex will complement main sculpture event.

Race For Municipal Judge Gets Little Attention

Race For Municipal Judge Gets Little Attention

Attorney Molly Gena and Senator Lena Taylor vying for open seat on city court.

Transportation: West Side Freeway-to-Boulevard Study Advances
Transportation

West Side Freeway-to-Boulevard Study Advances

City has first-of-its-kind formal role in study of 1.5-mile Highway 175.

Garbage Truck Crashes Into Streetcar

Garbage Truck Crashes Into Streetcar

The Hop hops its tracks in collision that sent one person to hospital. How did the crash happen?

Plats and Parcels: Plunging Value of 100 East Building Will Impact City Taxes
Plats and Parcels

Plunging Value of 100 East Building Will Impact City Taxes

$30 million will be wiped from tax rolls. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s New Nursing Building Quickly Taking Shape
Friday Photos

Marquette’s New Nursing Building Quickly Taking Shape

Former business school getting several-million-dollar overhaul.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pabst Mansion Wants To Deconstruct 1893 World’s Fair Addition
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pabst Mansion Wants To Deconstruct 1893 World’s Fair Addition

Nonprofit plans to salvage some elements for future reconstruction.

City Hall: Participating In “No Mow May” Will Require Registration
City Hall

Participating In “No Mow May” Will Require Registration

Ald. Dimitrijevic leads Milwaukee in adopting bee-friendly program.

Summerfest Unveils 2023 Schedule

Summerfest Unveils 2023 Schedule

Here's an easy-to-read schedule, grouped by date and stage.

City Hall: Bar Licensing Issues Causes Council Floor Fight
City Hall

Bar Licensing Issues Causes Council Floor Fight

Milwaukee's recent court losses on tavern suspensions causing mounting frustratiion.

Early Voting Underway for Spring Election

Early Voting Underway for Spring Election

Through April 1, Milwaukee voters can cast their ballots at any of 7 city polling sites.

Milwaukee Hopes To Be Bellwether In Kia/Hyundai Suit

Milwaukee Hopes To Be Bellwether In Kia/Hyundai Suit

Could be central player in multi-city lawsuit, perhaps increasing size of any settlement.

City Will Sue Kia, Hyundai Over Repeated Thefts

City Will Sue Kia, Hyundai Over Repeated Thefts

City looking for 'payback' stemming from 'destruction' wrought by theft epidemic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual’s Glassy Second Tower Is A Go
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual’s Glassy Second Tower Is A Go

Council unanimously approves $30 million commitment to $500 million project.

City Hall: Proposal Requires All-EV or Hybrid City Fleet
City Hall

Proposal Requires All-EV or Hybrid City Fleet

Ald. Dimitrijevic and ECO office want to move toward only low or zero-emission vehicles.

AG Kaul, 21 Other States Demand Kia, Hyundai Address Thefts

AG Kaul, 21 Other States Demand Kia, Hyundai Address Thefts

Could be precursor to multi-state lawsuit over autos' defect that makes thefts easy.

Plats and Parcels: Largest Remaining Menomonee Valley Site Will Be Developed
Plats and Parcels

Largest Remaining Menomonee Valley Site Will Be Developed

City gained federal funds for 15-acre site. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Third Ward Tower Starts Its Rise
Friday Photos

Third Ward Tower Starts Its Rise

Tower crane only hints at future height of 31-story apartment building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Ordinance Again Suspended
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Ordinance Again Suspended

But DNS still pursuing a deconstruction contractor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Local Firm Wants To Buy Northridge From Chinese Owners
Eyes on Milwaukee

Local Firm Wants To Buy Northridge From Chinese Owners

But is it just a stall tactic? City thinks so.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Design For Vel R. Phillips Plaza Revealed
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Design For Vel R. Phillips Plaza Revealed

Redevelopment Authority endorses $16.5 million financing plan.

Milwaukee Losing One Of Its Movable Bridges

Milwaukee Losing One Of Its Movable Bridges

16th Street Bridge will be rebuilt as stationary structure.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks Bids To Demolish Portion of Northridge Mall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks Bids To Demolish Portion of Northridge Mall

Move comes in advance of hearing to acquire and demolish the entire complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Agrees To Voluntary Tax Payments On New Knapp St. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Agrees To Voluntary Tax Payments On New Knapp St. Building

It will be home to construction management, civil and architectural engineering programs.

City Hall: City Faces Problems With 911 Call Center?
City Hall

City Faces Problems With 911 Call Center?

Millions spent, repeated delays and hours of closed door meetings suggest a problem launching system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Scraps Downtown Tower and Movie Theaters
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Scraps Downtown Tower and Movie Theaters

Riverfront site now for sale, as Marcus Corp. seeks new plans for its headquarters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Strongly Supports Northwestern Mutual Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Strongly Supports Northwestern Mutual Deal

City would provide $30 million subsidy for $500 million tower redevelopment.

City Hall: Street Light Outages Vex City Officials
City Hall

Street Light Outages Vex City Officials

Even after passing street lighting fee the city struggles to hire electricians.

Bucks, Froedtert Plan Massive Health Equity Initiative

Bucks, Froedtert Plan Massive Health Equity Initiative

20-year, up-to-$100 million effort aims to be a data-driven eliminator of health disparities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks Developers To Build Net-Zero-Energy Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks Developers To Build Net-Zero-Energy Homes

Two test homes would be built as part of strategy to develop a housing factory.

Plats and Parcels: Rite-Hite Completes Move to City
Plats and Parcels

Rite-Hite Completes Move to City

Moving from Brown Deer to Walker's Point. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Has $16 Million Plan For Downtown Plaza
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Has $16 Million Plan For Downtown Plaza

Vel R. Phillips Plaza would honor civil rights pioneer, anchor W. Wisconsin Ave. Will it serve streetcar?

City Hall: Should Milwaukee Pay A Tire Bounty?
City Hall

Should Milwaukee Pay A Tire Bounty?

Idea is designed to combat illegal dumping, but at what price?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Expanded Convention Center Will Be Named For Financial Firm Baird
Eyes on Milwaukee

Expanded Convention Center Will Be Named For Financial Firm Baird

Robert W. Baird and Co. is the Wisconsin Center naming rights partner.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Inside The Couture’s Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Inside The Couture’s Rise

Floors being poured on 5th level, while building core reaches 11th floor, 25% of final height.

City Hall: Extended Parking Meter Hours Sparks City Hall Debate, Possible Repeal
City Hall

Extended Parking Meter Hours Sparks City Hall Debate, Possible Repeal

But committee holds off for now, citing delayed implementation.

City Hall: Milwaukee Launching New Community Plaza Program
City Hall

Milwaukee Launching New Community Plaza Program

Effort would allow underused streets to be turned into temporary parks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 100 East Tower Could Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

100 East Tower Could Become Apartments

Office building is now mostly vacant, in foreclosure.

‘Living Breakwater’ Would Protect Harbor

‘Living Breakwater’ Would Protect Harbor

Harbor District, partnering with city, wins grant to design wetland habitat structure.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Proposed Downtown Hotel Design Revised
Eyes on Milwaukee

Proposed Downtown Hotel Design Revised

8-story hotel planned for MLK and Kilbourn must comply with historic design guidelines.

Pro-Ballpark Funding Coalition Launched

Pro-Ballpark Funding Coalition Launched

Home Crew Coalition backing $290 million state subsidy for Milwaukee Brewers stadium.

Milwaukee Film Announces Initial Festival Movies

Milwaukee Film Announces Initial Festival Movies

Also releases the new artwork for annual festival, which returns April 20.

GoGeddit Marketing Moves To Walker’s Point

GoGeddit Marketing Moves To Walker’s Point

Firm getting new name and enhanced focus on podcasts to go with new home.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brady Street Hotel Gains First City Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brady Street Hotel Gains First City Approval

Alderman hopes it is a boon for daytime businesses and catalyst for more change.

Eyes on Milwaukee: HUB640 Owner Buys Parking Structure For Fiserv
Eyes on Milwaukee

HUB640 Owner Buys Parking Structure For Fiserv

$6.3 million purchase will assure parking for Fiserv headquarters move to Downtown.

Plats and Parcels: BMO Tower Lands Major Accounting Firm
Plats and Parcels

BMO Tower Lands Major Accounting Firm

Lease with Baker Tilly pushes tower to 85% full. Plus: Airport hotel sold and a recap of week's real estate news.

City Hall: Milwaukee Sales Tax Expected As Separate Legislation, Outside of Budget
City Hall

Milwaukee Sales Tax Expected As Separate Legislation, Outside of Budget

Republicans expected to strip Gov. Evers' proposal from budget, but might not kill proposal.

Friday Photos: UWM’s New Chemistry Building Topped Off
Friday Photos

UWM’s New Chemistry Building Topped Off

Four-story building will be gateway to STEM programs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Midtown Center Final Bid Tops $24 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Midtown Center Final Bid Tops $24 Million

Undisclosed buyer exceeds assessed value and $7 million opening bid.

New Milwaukee Office Building Would Be Public-Private Partnership

New Milwaukee Office Building Would Be Public-Private Partnership

State pivots from original plan to build its own facility at 27th and Wisconsin.

MSOE Buys Homeland Security Building

MSOE Buys Homeland Security Building

University will use 22-year-old office building for unspecified academic use.

Milwaukee Extends Downtown Parking Meters To 9 P.M., Adds Saturdays

Milwaukee Extends Downtown Parking Meters To 9 P.M., Adds Saturdays

Change intended to make it easier to park, but will also grow city's revenue.

City Hall: City Overhauling Night Parking Permits
City Hall

City Overhauling Night Parking Permits

New process is "more friendly" says Alderman Brostoff. Adds options, flexibility.

Wisconsin Loses Out on Stadium Freeway Grant

Wisconsin Loses Out on Stadium Freeway Grant

City-county-state effort sought $2 million grant to study converting it to a boulevard.

Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%

Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%

Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.

Milwaukee Gets $2.5 Million In JUUL Settlement

Milwaukee Gets $2.5 Million In JUUL Settlement

E-cigarette maker was sued more than 5,000 times for its youth-focused marketing.

Donovan’s Assembly Bills Hike Reckless Driving Fees, Allow Impounding Vehicles

Donovan’s Assembly Bills Hike Reckless Driving Fees, Allow Impounding Vehicles

Former alder's first bills, with city officials' support, are being fast-tracked at Capitol.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evers Proposes $9.3 Million For Iron District Stadium
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evers Proposes $9.3 Million For Iron District Stadium

Funding would advance $45 million soccer stadium.

Eyes on Milwaukee: What’s Actually In Brewers’ Ballpark Plan?
Eyes on Milwaukee

What’s Actually In Brewers’ Ballpark Plan?

New seats, lots of new roofs and the end of kegs.

Milwaukee Night Market Returns June 14

Milwaukee Night Market Returns June 14

Fiserv is the new presenting sponsor of annual downtown event series.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Train Car Bar Being Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Train Car Bar Being Demolished

No more good times at 76th and Hampton

Bucks 2nd Most Valuable NBA Team Following Lasry’s Sale

Bucks 2nd Most Valuable NBA Team Following Lasry’s Sale

Lasry selling 25% stake to Browns owner Jimmy Haslam at $3.5 billion team valuation.

Plats and Parcels: Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce Buys West Side Building
Plats and Parcels

Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce Buys West Side Building

Plus: Warrior Wash coming to 60th and Main. And a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: We Energies Readies New Steam HQ At Valley Power Plant
Friday Photos

We Energies Readies New Steam HQ At Valley Power Plant

Utility relocating its operations team from Merrill Park neighborhood.

City Hall: MPD Needs To Add 11 Officers Says Staffing Study
City Hall

MPD Needs To Add 11 Officers Says Staffing Study

But police department also needs to create 116 new civilian positions, reallocate officers.

Two Milwaukee Police Officers Charged With Felonies For In-Custody Death

Two Milwaukee Police Officers Charged With Felonies For In-Custody Death

Charges of abuse of a resident, felony misconduct in public office.

First GOP Presidential Debate Will Be In Milwaukee In August

First GOP Presidential Debate Will Be In Milwaukee In August

Party confirms Milwaukee will play host to major Republican event nearly a year before RNC.

New Port Director Shatters Glass Ceiling, Breaks Color Barrier

New Port Director Shatters Glass Ceiling, Breaks Color Barrier

Jackie Q. Carter is new director of Port Milwaukee.

New Helicopter Tours Spark Frustration, New Flight Path

New Helicopter Tours Spark Frustration, New Flight Path

Ald. Scott Spiker negotiates new flight path. Company offers unique way to see city.

City Hall: Milwaukee Faces Complicated Question On What Lead Pipes To Replace Next
City Hall

Milwaukee Faces Complicated Question On What Lead Pipes To Replace Next

Milwaukee Water Works hopes to grow replacements by almost 50% in 2024.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Vape Shop Will Beat City’s Ban
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Vape Shop Will Beat City’s Ban

Temporary moratorium on new shops will begin Feb. 25. New shop on Ogden coming.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Juneau Village Adding Amenity Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Juneau Village Adding Amenity Building

Project will overhaul pool, replace courtyard with new building boasting modern tenant features.

City Hall: Three Highly-Competitive Aldermanic Races On April Ballot
City Hall

Three Highly-Competitive Aldermanic Races On April Ballot

Pratt vs Bowen, Westmoreland vs Jackson and Ball vs Taylor.

City Hall: Court Strikes Down City’s Towing Policy
City Hall

Court Strikes Down City’s Towing Policy

No more public filing of towing costs required of companies. But ruling allows drop fees.

City Hall: Gas Station Porn Video Spurs Revamp of City’s Licensing Process
City Hall

Gas Station Porn Video Spurs Revamp of City’s Licensing Process

It's a strange tale, with three suits against the city forcing council to change its process.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Park East Apartment Building Progressing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Park East Apartment Building Progressing

Chicago group would build $46 million complex with 197 apartments and outdoor pool.

Vote Tuesday: Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidates

Plus: Three aldermanic races and a north shore state senate race.

City Hall: Another Former Assistant City Attorney Files Discrimination Claim
City Hall

Another Former Assistant City Attorney Files Discrimination Claim

Four former employees of City Attorney Tearman Spencer pursuing legal action against city.

Bucks Pursuing NBA All-Star Game

Bucks Pursuing NBA All-Star Game

Hoping for 2025 or 2026. Weekend-long event would bring thousands of visitors to Milwaukee.

Plats and Parcels: Former Atkinson Ave. Church for Sale
Plats and Parcels

Former Atkinson Ave. Church for Sale

Building was launch pad for two highly-regarded actors. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Downtown Ramada Being Deconstructed, Recycled
Friday Photos

Downtown Ramada Being Deconstructed, Recycled

Recyclean is taking the building apart. Will the Iron District rise in its place?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Buys Site For East Side Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Buys Site For East Side Tower

New Land Enterprises affiliate purchases Renaissance Place.

Transportation: City Will Rebuild Sherman Boulevard, Plans Traffic Calming Improvements
Transportation

City Will Rebuild Sherman Boulevard, Plans Traffic Calming Improvements

Four-lane road, site of many crashes, could be narrowed or reconfigured.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Board Endorses $30 Million For NM’s $500 Million Tower Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Board Endorses $30 Million For NM’s $500 Million Tower Project

Subsidy also includes $10 million for bike, park and street improvements.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cargo Hub Planned For Milwaukee Airport
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cargo Hub Planned For Milwaukee Airport

Former Air Force base along College Avenue would be redeveloped.

Software Update Could End ‘The Kia Boyz’

Software Update Could End ‘The Kia Boyz’

Free software fix by auto manufacturers could help end epidemic of auto theft in Milwaukee.

Shoreline Acquires The Cudahy Tower

Shoreline Acquires The Cudahy Tower

Historic downtown apartment building sold by Cudahy family.

Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building

Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building

1884 building, one of ward's oldest, has no options for preservation say developers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ambassador Now A Wyndham Trademark Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ambassador Now A Wyndham Trademark Hotel

Westside hotel, celebrating its 95th anniversary, will now be marketed through Wyndham.

Federal Sweep Nets 114 Fugitives in Milwaukee

Federal Sweep Nets 114 Fugitives in Milwaukee

30-day U.S. Marshals operation clears 213 warrants, including 11 for homicide.

City Hall: City Will Pay 2020 George Floyd Protester $270,000
City Hall

City Will Pay 2020 George Floyd Protester $270,000

Cameron Murdoch a 'victim of violent police,' suit claims, at 6th and McKinley fracas.

Early Childhood Educators Getting $500 Bonuses

Early Childhood Educators Getting $500 Bonuses

City allocated $7 million towards effort, designed to improve and expand childcare.

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

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

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

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

City Reverses Course, Approves Northridge Menards Self Storage

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

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

Historic Third Ward Building Could Be Razed

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

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

Cleveland Browns Owner Could Buy Major Share of Milwaukee Bucks

Cleveland Browns Owner Could Buy Major Share of Milwaukee Bucks

Jimmy Haslam would buy out Marc Lasry's share of team.

City Hall: $175,000 Settlement For Violent 2018 Arrest
City Hall

$175,000 Settlement For Violent 2018 Arrest

Demetrious Lowe alleges police beat him after knocking him to the ground during mental health episode.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Revitalize Milwaukee Plots Major Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Revitalize Milwaukee Plots Major Expansion

Home-repair organization adding lead abatement, energy efficiency improvements and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Approves Its Half of Fiserv Subsidy
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Approves Its Half of Fiserv Subsidy

Company will get up to $7 million from state, $7 million from city TIF distrct

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves Funding For $37.2 Million Library Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves Funding For $37.2 Million Library Redevelopment

New MLK Library designed as community hub.

City Hall: Comptroller Launches “Open Checkbook,” Highlighting Whom City Is Paying
City Hall

Comptroller Launches “Open Checkbook,” Highlighting Whom City Is Paying

New website shows what businesses are receiving payments from city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walmart Shuttering Silver Spring Drive Store
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walmart Shuttering Silver Spring Drive Store

Timmerman Plaza store will close by March 10.

Early Voting Underway For Spring Primary

Early Voting Underway For Spring Primary

Through Feb. 18, Milwaukee voters can cast their ballots at any of 7 city polling sites.

Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax

Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax

Proposal could solve Milwaukee's fiscal woes. But Republicans may scrap Ever's budget.

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Officer Peter Jerving shot and killed near S. 14th St. and W. Cleveland Ave.

City Hall: Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration
City Hall

Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration

Former DNR Secretary and City Hall veteran returning to city government.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy

The $8 million building project will expand clinic on Cesar E. Chavez Dr.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium

No new e-cigarette stores until August. City must now craft a regulatory framework.

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Officer Peter Jerving shot and killed near S. 14th St. and W. Cleveland Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Mass Timber Building Could Be Tallest in U.S.
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Mass Timber Building Could Be Tallest in U.S.

Plan for The Edison is 28 stories, taller than Ascent, but shorter than Australian tower.

Evers Appoints Kirsten Johnson Head of Wisconsin Health Department

Evers Appoints Kirsten Johnson Head of Wisconsin Health Department

Outgoing Milwaukee health commissioner quickly finds new job.

Plats and Parcels: Potawatomi Launches Real Estate Development Arm
Plats and Parcels

Potawatomi Launches Real Estate Development Arm

And EV unit, aiming to diversify its revenue. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Riverfront Warehouse Being Demolished For Timber Tower
Friday Photos

Riverfront Warehouse Being Demolished For Timber Tower

It would be Milwaukee's second mass-timber high-rise building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Katz Acquires Portfolio of 784 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Katz Acquires Portfolio of 784 Apartments

One of Milwaukee's largest landlords expands portfolio with $84 million purchase.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Family Foundation Gifts The Rep $5 Million For Theater Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Family Foundation Gifts The Rep $5 Million For Theater Project

Herzfeld Foundation awards biggest grant in its history.

Milwaukee Will Host GOP Presidential Debate In Lead Up To RNC

Milwaukee Will Host GOP Presidential Debate In Lead Up To RNC

Host committee working to secure delegate hotels within 60 miles of city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual To Create Second Glassy Tower With $500 Million Investment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual To Create Second Glassy Tower With $500 Million Investment

Company will completely overhaul existing building, create pedestrian street and relocate Franklin employees to Downtown.

Transportation: Milwaukee Wins $4.4 Million For Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Transportation

Milwaukee Wins $4.4 Million For Pedestrian Safety Improvements

Federal grant will fund improvements along city's High-Injury Network of dangerous streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Tower Designs Released
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Tower Designs Released

Public meeting Feb. 2 to discuss New Land's proposed 25-story apartment complex for Farwell Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks To Limit New Vape Shops
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks To Limit New Vape Shops

But questions abound on the legality and strategy of any bans or limits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Will Open Music Conservatory In Historic Duplex
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Will Open Music Conservatory In Historic Duplex

University repurposing 118-year-old, Juneau Ave. house at northern edge of its campus.

Group Will Audit City’s Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure

Group Will Audit City’s Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure

City Thread awards Milwaukee grant, which includes audit and action plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mass Timber Vertical Farm Proposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mass Timber Vertical Farm Proposed

Beyond Organic now envisions 5-story, mass timber, solar-powered structure on near South Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Master Electrician Will Redevelop Building at 58th and Burleigh
Eyes on Milwaukee

Master Electrician Will Redevelop Building at 58th and Burleigh

Baron Hentz and BKH Electric have big plans for vacant, city-owned building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Veterans Housing Complex Plans Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Veterans Housing Complex Plans Expansion

Vets Place Central on 35th and Wisconsin would expand space for homeless veterans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Faces Construction Worker Shortage?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Faces Construction Worker Shortage?

$3 billion in major projects planned or underway could face shortage, report says.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Apartments Plan Goes Kaput
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Apartments Plan Goes Kaput

Plan to convert old Sentinel Building in limbo. Plus: recap of the week's real estate news.

City Hall: Mayor Speaks At White House Lead Summit, City Joins New Partnership
City Hall

Mayor Speaks At White House Lead Summit, City Joins New Partnership

Wisconsin is part of new program aiming to increase pace of lead pipe replacement.

Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?

Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?

Chief judge expresses doubt, but progress is being made and hope remains.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Five-Story Farming Complex Proposed For South Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Five-Story Farming Complex Proposed For South Side

Led by organization with connections to urban farming pioneer Will Allen.

Interstate 794 Named Freeway Without A Future

Interstate 794 Named Freeway Without A Future

Congress for the New Urbanism report will include downtown Milwaukee highway.

How Can U.S. Marshals Help Milwaukee?

How Can U.S. Marshals Help Milwaukee?

Safe surrender program, sustained community engagement are on the wish list.

Milwaukee Marathon Could Return, Sort Of

Milwaukee Marathon Could Return, Sort Of

New course, no full marathon race and opposition from at least one council member.

Eyes on Milwaukee: After Years of Delay New King Library Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

After Years of Delay New King Library Coming

Spring groundbreaking planned for complicated project with new library, 93 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Design Team Chosen For Bronzeville Arts Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Design Team Chosen For Bronzeville Arts Center

Partnership of M&E and HGA will design "world-class art and cultural center" on King Drive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Asks Judge To Seize Northridge Mall From Chinese Owners
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Asks Judge To Seize Northridge Mall From Chinese Owners

City of Milwaukee says it has identified funding sources to demolish mall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: BMO Tower Lands Another Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

BMO Tower Lands Another Tenant

Irgens Development attracts Fiduciary Management, which will relocate its offices.

City Hall: Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Collaborate on Fire Station
City Hall

Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Collaborate on Fire Station

Deal on fire station near cities' border enables Milwaukee to reactivate central city station.

Wisconsin Center Will Keep Living The High Life

Wisconsin Center Will Keep Living The High Life

Molson Coors renews WCD sponsorship for three years. Plus: District is giving away a gala.

Plats and Parcels: Taylor’s Plans Two-Story Restaurant Overlooking Cathedral Square
Plats and Parcels

Taylor’s Plans Two-Story Restaurant Overlooking Cathedral Square

New restaurant will replace Flannery. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Massive Port Project Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Massive Port Project Nears Completion

Ethanol byproduct will soon start flowing through facility, and onward to other continents.

Transportation: Milwaukee Joins People-Focused National Transportation Group
Transportation

Milwaukee Joins People-Focused National Transportation Group

NACTO membership gives city support in its push for safe streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Prospect Avenue Luxury Apartment Tower Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Prospect Avenue Luxury Apartment Tower Approved

But like 2017, will it be built?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rice N Roll Owner Building Bay View Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rice N Roll Owner Building Bay View Complex

Unusual design for mystery restaurant. Now under construction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: CBRE Moving Office To BMO Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

CBRE Moving Office To BMO Tower

Company and its predecessor have spent nearly 50 years in US Bank Center

Eyes on Milwaukee: Midtown Center Being Auctioned Off
Eyes on Milwaukee

Midtown Center Being Auctioned Off

New York ownership group offering shopping center for sale, with opening bid of $7 million.

City, GMC Kick Off Study of City Operations

City, GMC Kick Off Study of City Operations

Study will have price tag in the hundreds of thousands, but who is the mystery firm doing it?

Burlington Store Will Replace Piggy Wiggly On Capitol Dr.

Burlington Store Will Replace Piggy Wiggly On Capitol Dr.

No more shopping the pig, but there will be coats and a Frank Lloyd Wright connection.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Building Could Gain Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Building Could Gain Apartments

Wimmer Communities plans 5-apartment project with balconies overlooking the river.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Two-Block Brady Street Pedestrian Zone Proposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Two-Block Brady Street Pedestrian Zone Proposed

Business district will do formal study with goal of a trial as early as this summer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves New Youth Prison in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves New Youth Prison in Milwaukee

Replacement for troubled Lincoln HIlls facility doesn't come without objections.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mitchell Street Redevelopment Must First Show Financing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mitchell Street Redevelopment Must First Show Financing

Contingency by city must be met by developer or no permit to raze historic building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mass Timber Building Planned for Haymarket
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mass Timber Building Planned for Haymarket

7-story office building just north of Downtown to be anchored by Sid Grinker Restoration.

Three Contested Milwaukee School Board Seats On April Ballot

Three Contested Milwaukee School Board Seats On April Ballot

Plus: two uncontested races. Meet the candidates.

Plats and Parcels: New Apartment Complex For Displaced LGBTQ+ Young Adults
Plats and Parcels

New Apartment Complex For Displaced LGBTQ+ Young Adults

Courage MKE will be located on South Side. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

City Hall: Jackie Q. Carter Named New Port Director
City Hall

Jackie Q. Carter Named New Port Director

Carter would set many firsts if confirmed by council.

Friday Photos: St. Augustine’s New Elementary School Quickly Rising
Friday Photos

St. Augustine’s New Elementary School Quickly Rising

St. Augustine will be the largest single-campus school in Milwaukee when building is completed this fall.

City Hall: Bernadette Karanja Named Milwaukee’s Chief Equity Officer
City Hall

Bernadette Karanja Named Milwaukee’s Chief Equity Officer

Longtime city workforce leader is new CEO of improving racial and equity outcomes.

City Hall: Oil Tank Lawsuits Could Cost Milwaukee More Than $8 Million
City Hall

Oil Tank Lawsuits Could Cost Milwaukee More Than $8 Million

Citgo, U.S. Venture suing city over tank farm assessments. City will fight case in court.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 25-Story Prospect Ave. Tower Headed For Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

25-Story Prospect Ave. Tower Headed For Approval

No opposition to revised design. Groundbreaking, construction could start this year.

City Hall: City, County Will Study Merging Services
City Hall

City, County Will Study Merging Services

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos pushing for this as prerequisite for more shared revenue for Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Designs Released For East Side Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Designs Released For East Side Hotel

Community meeting on 11-story hotel project scheduled for Jan. 23 in advance of zoning hearings.

Harley-Davidson Creating Major Community Park

Harley-Davidson Creating Major Community Park

Company hires acclaimed designer to help transform its headquarters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Youth Prison Wins Key Endorsement
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Youth Prison Wins Key Endorsement

Despite objections from neighbors, zoning committee supports new facility on northwest side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Committee Overrules Historic Commission On Mitchell Street Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Committee Overrules Historic Commission On Mitchell Street Project

Will full council allow demolition of 1895 building for new affordable housing project?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Plans 25-Story Apartment Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Plans 25-Story Apartment Tower

The potential development would rise at corner of N. Farwell Ave. and E. Curtis Pl.

Milwaukee Health Commissioner Resigns

Milwaukee Health Commissioner Resigns

Kirsten Johnson resigns after two years on job. New commissioner will be sixth in six years.

City Hall: Administration Director Sharon Robinson Retiring
City Hall

Administration Director Sharon Robinson Retiring

Former staffer for congressman and then Mayor Barrett ran city department for 18 years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Will Refine Downtown Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Will Refine Downtown Hotel

Historic Commission staff pushes for less 'squat' design, more 'grandeur' in eight-story proposed hotel.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11-Story Hotel Proposed for Brady and Farwell
Eyes on Milwaukee

11-Story Hotel Proposed for Brady and Farwell

New building would be only hotel on the city's East Side.

City Hall: Zapata Resigns City Job Before Disciplinary Decision
City Hall

Zapata Resigns City Job Before Disciplinary Decision

Former deputy election director faces felony and misdemeanor charges for voter fraud.

Plats and Parcels: Bucks May Do Housing Development on Sydney HiH Block
Plats and Parcels

Bucks May Do Housing Development on Sydney HiH Block

Exploring workforce housing. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pattee Buys Historic Church, Two Neighboring Houses
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pattee Buys Historic Church, Two Neighboring Houses

1887 church will be renovated says developer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended
Eyes on Milwaukee

I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended

State allowing public comment until Jan. 31. Opponents favor "Fix at Six" option.

Friday Photos: MU Mansions Rise at 17th and State
Friday Photos

MU Mansions Rise at 17th and State

New housing targeted at Marquette students being built on former city-owned lot.

City Hall: More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats
City Hall

More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats

North side voters will find packed primaries on Feb. 21.

Should Milwaukee Traffic Lights Flash Red Overnight?

Should Milwaukee Traffic Lights Flash Red Overnight?

Idea intended to prevent red-light runners from crashing into innocent drivers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Land Purchased For Downtown Brewery and Dog Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Land Purchased For Downtown Brewery and Dog Park

Foxtown Brewery takes major step forward on Downtown project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Shuttered Midtown Walmart Could Gain Businesses, Dog Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Shuttered Midtown Walmart Could Gain Businesses, Dog Park

Affordable Family Storage may redevelop area around its planned self-storage complex.

City Hall: Family Dollar, Gimbel Beat City In Court
City Hall

Family Dollar, Gimbel Beat City In Court

Area alderman and nonprofit pushed to close store, citing shoplifting, loitering and fighting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Former Teutonia Ave. Grocery
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Former Teutonia Ave. Grocery

Mixed-use building occupies well-traveled segment of northside main street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Associated Bank, Quarles Write Their Names on Skyline
Eyes on Milwaukee

Associated Bank, Quarles Write Their Names on Skyline

Associated's new signage costs more than $100,000, the Quarles signs cost $250,000.

Most Popular Real Estate Articles of 2022

Most Popular Real Estate Articles of 2022

Urban Milwaukee readers are interested in far more than just downtown development.

Plats and Parcels: City Selling Former Schlitz Tavern at 27th and Lisbon
Plats and Parcels

City Selling Former Schlitz Tavern at 27th and Lisbon

Built in 1907 as a tied-house tavern. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex

Former factory in 30th Street Corridor finds new life as The Community Within The Corridor.

Friday Photos: From Classroom To Reality at 25th and North
Friday Photos

From Classroom To Reality at 25th and North

Bria Grant creating home for nonprofit, space for restaurant and saving vacant building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Owners Hope To Salvage Former Layton Park Auto Body
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Owners Hope To Salvage Former Layton Park Auto Body

From tax-delinquent brownfield to contracting hub.

City Hall: What To Look For On Your Property Tax Bill
City Hall

What To Look For On Your Property Tax Bill

You'll want to make sure this credit appears on your bill. It's worth nearly $250.

Three Charged In Killing of Milwaukee Postal Worker

Three Charged In Killing of Milwaukee Postal Worker

Kevin McCaa and Charles Ducksworth Jr. face life in prison. Missing package, likely of drugs, appears to be motive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Owners Renovating Trinity Village On Far Northwest Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Owners Renovating Trinity Village On Far Northwest Side

But neighbors express concern about incoming young residents, need for communication.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Boutique Law Firm Buys Downtown Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Boutique Law Firm Buys Downtown Building

Leaders of OVB Law & Consulting acquire six-story Bartels Building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts On Marquette’s New Nursing School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts On Marquette’s New Nursing School

Straz Hall, former business school, gets significant expansion and renovation.

Portion of Highland Ave. Will Honor Civil Rights Activist

Portion of Highland Ave. Will Honor Civil Rights Activist

Juanita Adams was non-violent protest leader in 1960s.

Dive Into Newly-Released 1950 Census Records

Dive Into Newly-Released 1950 Census Records

Family secrets or your house's history await. But it helps if you can read cursive.

Bike Racing Series Announces 2023 Milwaukee Dates

Bike Racing Series Announces 2023 Milwaukee Dates

Professional cycling returns to Bay View and Downer Avenue in June.

Plats and Parcels: Developer Pays $6 Million For Third Ward Site
Plats and Parcels

Developer Pays $6 Million For Third Ward Site

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

City of Milwaukee’s Credit Rating Cut Again

City of Milwaukee’s Credit Rating Cut Again

Downgrades will cost millions over time. Long-term fiscal plan needed.

Friday Photos: Nova Rises Over Van Buren
Friday Photos

Nova Rises Over Van Buren

New apartment building replaces surface parking lot on busy downtown street.

Vincent Lyles Will Lead Milwaukee Succeeds Initiative

Vincent Lyles Will Lead Milwaukee Succeeds Initiative

Former Boys & Girls CEO and current Aurora VP will lead Greater Milwaukee Foundation education effort.

City Hall: More Funding Needed To Defend Against Police-Related Lawsuit
City Hall

More Funding Needed To Defend Against Police-Related Lawsuit

Sam Hadaway was wrongfully imprisoned, city now spending repeatedly on outside attorney to defend against $7.5 million claim.

Dodd Takes Job At Charter School, Six Running To Replace Her

Dodd Takes Job At Charter School, Six Running To Replace Her

Former alderwoman's mystery job revealed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harley Divides HQ Campus Lots For Future Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harley Divides HQ Campus Lots For Future Development

Parking lots become marketable properties on paper, with no immediate change to actual use. But what’s to come?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Doesn’t Have Money To Raze Northridge Mall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Doesn’t Have Money To Raze Northridge Mall

It could cost $15 million. And Chinese investment group won't demolish it.

Republicans Announce Dates for 2024 Milwaukee Convention

Republicans Announce Dates for 2024 Milwaukee Convention

The Grand Old Party will take over Milwaukee in the middle of July.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Will Review New Downtown Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Will Review New Downtown Hotel

Plans proceeding for eight-story Tempo by Hilton across from Pere Marquette Park.

City Hall: Milwaukee Believes Census Didn’t Count 15,800 Residents
City Hall

Milwaukee Believes Census Didn’t Count 15,800 Residents

City submitting formal challenge with more than $21 million in federal aid on the line.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building

But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City, MATC Still Seek To Train Students in Rehabbing Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

City, MATC Still Seek To Train Students in Rehabbing Homes

Progress has been slow. Ezekiel CDC steps in as new private partner.

Plats and Parcels: Buffalo Wild Wings TIF Could Fund Road Repairs
Plats and Parcels

Buffalo Wild Wings TIF Could Fund Road Repairs

Repairs and speed bumps for 8 southside streets. Plus: a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Hotel Rises on City’s Edge
Friday Photos

New Hotel Rises on City’s Edge

Hotel will be Wisconsin's first WoodSpring Suites.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Providing Cleanup Loan To Redevelop Edison School
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Providing Cleanup Loan To Redevelop Edison School

City doing everything it can to see former Custer High School redeveloped into affordable housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves Funding For Pedestrian Plaza, Protected Bike Lane
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves Funding For Pedestrian Plaza, Protected Bike Lane

Tax revenue from three apartment buildings will be tied to East Side pedestrian and bicycle improvements.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling 90 Lots To Advance Affordable Housing Effort
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling 90 Lots To Advance Affordable Housing Effort

Community Development Alliance looking to build 120 new houses in area around King Park.

Light the Hoan Hires First Executive Director

Light the Hoan Hires First Executive Director

Erika Smith's responsibilities include expanding partnerships, STEAM programming and lighting second side of bridge.

City Hall: Snow Plowing Could Take Longer This Winter
City Hall

Snow Plowing Could Take Longer This Winter

City faces staff shortage, changing strategies to improve service on residential side streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Pan Am Motel Could Be Redeveloped
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Pan Am Motel Could Be Redeveloped

TEAM and Wisconsin Redevelopment plan affordable housing on W. Wisconsin Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Fiserv’s Suburb-to-City Move
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Fiserv’s Suburb-to-City Move

Global company will fill former Boston Store, be joined by new downtown Kohl's.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deal On Affordable Housing Adds Bay View, Edison School Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deal On Affordable Housing Adds Bay View, Edison School Projects

Housing fund will back 14 projects, including Martin Luther King Library redevelopment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Youth Prison Gains Plan Commission Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Youth Prison Gains Plan Commission Approval

But some nearby residents oppose project, cite lack of area council member.

Amazon Billionaire Gives $6.5 Million To Milwaukee Schools

Amazon Billionaire Gives $6.5 Million To Milwaukee Schools

MacKenzie Scott funds Hmong American Peace Academy and Carmen Schools.

Lena Taylor Is Running for Municipal Court

Lena Taylor Is Running for Municipal Court

Veteran state senator will again pursue local office, hoping to replace Derek Mosley.

Plats and Parcels: Residential Treatment Center Opens Downtown
Plats and Parcels

Residential Treatment Center Opens Downtown

48-bed eating disorder facility in a 7-story building. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

DHS Leader Karen Timberlake Leaving Gov. Evers Administration

DHS Leader Karen Timberlake Leaving Gov. Evers Administration

Timberlake has led Department of Health Services since January 2021.

Friday Photos: New Gym Rises at 76th and Good Hope
Friday Photos

New Gym Rises at 76th and Good Hope

Planet Fitness will open in retail complex.

Zapata Pleads Not Guilty To Felony Charge Related To Voter Fraud

Zapata Pleads Not Guilty To Felony Charge Related To Voter Fraud

Milwaukee's former number two election official represented by conservative law firm, poised to fight case.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Investment Advisor Group Leasing Space At BMO Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Investment Advisor Group Leasing Space At BMO Tower

Silvercrest Asset Management Group leasing space on 22nd floor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Advancing New Harbor District Apartments With Brandon Rule
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Advancing New Harbor District Apartments With Brandon Rule

Focus on affordability leads to city support for Rule's proposal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First “Affordable Forever” House Available From Community Land Trust
Eyes on Milwaukee

First “Affordable Forever” House Available From Community Land Trust

Buyer sought for new-to-Milwaukee strategy designed to create affordable housing, community wealth.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kaufmann Won’t Build In Historic District
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kaufmann Won’t Build In Historic District

Developer sought to build new house, but found Historic Commission, neighbors too hard to work with.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Rejects Mitchell Street Demolition
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Rejects Mitchell Street Demolition

Five-story, 55-unit building sought. Developer could win appeal to Common Council.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Members, DCD and Citizens Panel At Odds Over Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Members, DCD and Citizens Panel At Odds Over Affordable Housing

Confusion, disagreements over how to spend federal pandemic funds on housing projects.

New Designs For Key Downtown Sites Revealed

New Designs For Key Downtown Sites Revealed

Open-house meeting on 2040 Downtown Plan being held Wednesday night.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Plan To Save Schlitz Tied House
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Plan To Save Schlitz Tied House

Historic Preservation Commission loves proposal to redevelop 1890 Riverwest property into food park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv’s Move Downtown Is About Attracting ‘Young, Diverse’ Workers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv’s Move Downtown Is About Attracting ‘Young, Diverse’ Workers

Council committee endorses complicated subsidy for Brookfield company's relocation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Endorses 25-Story Lakefront Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Endorses 25-Story Lakefront Tower

'More slender, more elegant' plan gets unanimous approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor District Building Could House Startups
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor District Building Could House Startups

And possibly a brewery. Charlie Hutchinson has big plans.

Plats and Parcels: City Creates Bronzeville Development Zone
Plats and Parcels

City Creates Bronzeville Development Zone

To spur development, limit chain businesses. Plus: a recap of week's real estate news.

City Hall: Nick DeSiato Is New Chief of Staff For Mayor Johnson
City Hall

Nick DeSiato Is New Chief of Staff For Mayor Johnson

Jim Bohl will lead city's lobbying team, Kimberly Montgomery is retiring.

Friday Photos: Groundbreaking For New Third Ward Tower
Friday Photos

Groundbreaking For New Third Ward Tower

Hines praises Milwaukee, and contractor says pile driving will be done at start of 2023.

Former Milwaukee Election Official Pleads Not Guilty On Election Fraud Charges

Former Milwaukee Election Official Pleads Not Guilty On Election Fraud Charges

Kimberly Zapata is now represented by conservative law firm connected to election decertification.

City Hall: Should Tent Encampment At MacArthur Square Have Bathrooms?
City Hall

Should Tent Encampment At MacArthur Square Have Bathrooms?

It's become a hotly-debated issue at City Hall as number of tents grows.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Fund 12 Affordable Housing Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Fund 12 Affordable Housing Projects

Using federal funds for everything from new apartments to blocking predatory landlords.

Eyes on Milwaukee: American Family Cancels Downtown Office Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

American Family Cancels Downtown Office Plan

Insurance company selling building, saying move to remove work is driving decision.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vacant Building Could Be Hub for Entrepreneurs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vacant Building Could Be Hub for Entrepreneurs

Foreclosed office building at 76th and Capitol would see new life.

Special Elections Called For 3 Council Seats

Special Elections Called For 3 Council Seats

Northside races called to replace Chantia Lewis, Ashanti Hamilton and Nikiya Dodd.

City Hall: Milwaukee Sues Second Reckless Driver
City Hall

Milwaukee Sues Second Reckless Driver

LaShawn Thomas has received 37 traffic citations in five years

Milwaukee Rep Reveals Details, Designs of $75 Million Theater Overhaul

Milwaukee Rep Reveals Details, Designs of $75 Million Theater Overhaul

Multi-year project promises improvement to every space in three-theater complex.

City Hall: Perez Gives New Committee Assignments
City Hall

Perez Gives New Committee Assignments

Newly-elected alders get their first assignments. But others still doing double duty.

Plats and Parcels: Walker’s Point Tech Hub Draws 10 Tenants
Plats and Parcels

Walker’s Point Tech Hub Draws 10 Tenants

'Innovations hub' has egalitarian mission. Plus: Recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Downtown’s $456 Million Construction Project
Friday Photos

Downtown’s $456 Million Construction Project

Steel structure for expanded convention exhibition hall being assembled.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Funds Three Affordable Apartment Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Funds Three Affordable Apartment Buildings

Effort to get construction started on MLK Library, Edison School and Five Points Lofts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Inside Historic “Red Castle” Mansion, Now For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Inside Historic “Red Castle” Mansion, Now For Sale

18-room Schuster Mansion in Concordia neighborhood is on auction block.

City Hall: City Will Pay $237,480 For New Settlements, Lawsuits
City Hall

City Will Pay $237,480 For New Settlements, Lawsuits

One payout just the tip of the iceberg for incident that's cost taxpayers $518,000.

Council Renames 5th Street After William Finlayson

Council Renames 5th Street After William Finlayson

To honor doctor, civil rights pioneer, a renamed street through Bronzeville, North Side.

City Hall: Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd Resigns
City Hall

Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd Resigns

But questions remain on where she's going and where she's been.

City Hall: Council Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes
City Hall

Council Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes

Actions finalize 2023 budget with no cuts to libraries or fire department.

Why You Should Be An Urban Milwaukee Member

Why You Should Be An Urban Milwaukee Member

News outlets are dying; you can help build the future.

Milwaukee Sets New Homicide Record

Milwaukee Sets New Homicide Record

For the third straight year city has a new record high and it's only November.

Police Department Hiring 50 New Officers

Police Department Hiring 50 New Officers

MPD hopes recruiting classes will grow to be 30% women by 2030.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New East Side Pedestrian Plaza Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

New East Side Pedestrian Plaza Planned

Tax revenue from new apartment buildings would pay for Ivanhoe Pl. plaza and area safety improvements

Plats and Parcels: Construction Starts on Bronzeville High School
Plats and Parcels

Construction Starts on Bronzeville High School

Plus: Will eastside school get redeveloped? And a recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: RC’s, Buddha Lounge, Warehouse Being Demolished
Friday Photos

RC’s, Buddha Lounge, Warehouse Being Demolished

A 56-unit apartment building will rise in their place.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Complicated Fiserv Subsidy Earns First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Complicated Fiserv Subsidy Earns First Approval

Complicated deal includes $7 million for financial company, $4.6 million for neighborhood improvements.

Good City Looking For Good Neighbor At Century City

Good City Looking For Good Neighbor At Century City

Affiliate of brewery still planning to build new industrial building.

City Hall: Supply Chain Slows Lead Service Lines Replacement
City Hall

Supply Chain Slows Lead Service Lines Replacement

Due to shortage of parts, city may complete only 900 of 1,100 planned 2022 replacements.

City Hall: Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen
City Hall

Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen

New council members welcomed by colleagues, face budget veto override vote next week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxtown Landing Wins First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxtown Landing Wins First Approval

Architectural review board endorses proposed brewery, restaurant and adjacent dog park along Milwaukee River.

City Hall: Committee Approves $50,000 Settlement For Child Left In Towed Vehicle
City Hall

Committee Approves $50,000 Settlement For Child Left In Towed Vehicle

2018 incident involving intoxicated mother mishandled by police and city sued.

Conference Touts Mayor’s 1,000,000 Milwaukeeans Goal

Conference Touts Mayor’s 1,000,000 Milwaukeeans Goal

Urban Spaceship speakers offer ideas from scrapping I-794 to eliminating zoning code.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Newly Opened Journal Commons
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Newly Opened Journal Commons

Former newspaper headquarters now a 141-unit apartment building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Carleton School Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Carleton School Project

Despite complaints from neighbors, $18 million conversion of long-vacant school into 30 apartments approved.

City Hall: Former City Attorneys File Discrimination Claims
City Hall

Former City Attorneys File Discrimination Claims

City will spend up $40,000 for outside counsel and could face future settlements.

Milwaukee Port Director To Lead St. Lawrence Seaway

Milwaukee Port Director To Lead St. Lawrence Seaway

Tindall-Schlicht to oversee U.S. portion of seaway linking Great Lakes and Atlantic Ocean.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Center Unveils New Grounds
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Center Unveils New Grounds

Kiley-grove replacement designed to provide more access, host more events.

Lakefront Tower Is Now Slimmer, Shorter

Lakefront Tower Is Now Slimmer, Shorter

Proposed tower at 1550 N. Prospect now 25 stories, 'better in every way,' says developer.

Plats and Parcels: The Encore Apartments Planned for Mitchell Street
Plats and Parcels

The Encore Apartments Planned for Mitchell Street

A 5-story, 55-unit complex at 11th and Mitchell. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Rules Northridge Demolition Should Proceed, Despite Appeal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Rules Northridge Demolition Should Proceed, Despite Appeal

But will it? Mall remains unsecured and derelict.

Mayor Vetoes Library, Fire Service Cut Restorations in 2023 Milwaukee Budget

Mayor Vetoes Library, Fire Service Cut Restorations in 2023 Milwaukee Budget

In making first veto, Johnson offers compromise to Common Council.

Transportation: State Picks I-94 Expansion Over ‘Fix at Six’ Proposal
Transportation

State Picks I-94 Expansion Over ‘Fix at Six’ Proposal

But smaller Stadium Interchange proposed. Public meetings planned on final design for $1.2 billion project.

N. 5th St. Will Be Renamed for Dr. William Finlayson

N. 5th St. Will Be Renamed for Dr. William Finlayson

Black OBGYN doctor was trailblazer in Milwaukee.

Public Museum Will Host Town Hall About Proposed New Home

Public Museum Will Host Town Hall About Proposed New Home

Virtual event design to share survey results, solicit additional feedback.

New Leader for Downer Avenue Business District

New Leader for Downer Avenue Business District

Janet Henning, head of Shorewood BID, will add Upper East Side business district to her responsibilities.

Evers Defeats Michels, Wins Second Term

Evers Defeats Michels, Wins Second Term

Democrats score key win, maintain roadblock on Republican policies.

Mark Chambers, Jr. Wins Aldermanic Seat Last Held By Cavalier Johnson

Mark Chambers, Jr. Wins Aldermanic Seat Last Held By Cavalier Johnson

State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff also wins seat on Common Council.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New House Hits Snag With Historic Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

New House Hits Snag With Historic Commission

Home owners must come before commission a third time with revised plan in December.

Mayor’s Office Adds ‘Vision Zero’ Czar

Mayor’s Office Adds ‘Vision Zero’ Czar

Newly-created position will coordinate citywide effort to eliminate traffic deaths.

Group Providing Free Rides To Polls

Group Providing Free Rides To Polls

Souls to the Polls will offer on-demand rides for Milwaukee residents. 'We can't sit this one out.'

Milwaukee Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Milwaukee Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Funding secured, dock to be completed by 2024, to help maintain, grow city's cruise ship business.

Keith Stanley Leaving Near West Side Partners

Keith Stanley Leaving Near West Side Partners

Group seeks new leader, Stanley moving to Charlotte to replicate nonprofit model.

City Hall: When Will Nikiya Dodd Resign?
City Hall

When Will Nikiya Dodd Resign?

Alderwoman returns after six-week absence, declines to answer any questions from press.

Plats and Parcels: Saz’s Plans Outdoor Event Venue
Plats and Parcels

Saz’s Plans Outdoor Event Venue

Walker's Point "eyesore" would become large, two-story venue. Plus: Our recap of week's real estate news.

Council Reverses Cuts, Raises Fees In Adopting 2023 Milwaukee Budget

Council Reverses Cuts, Raises Fees In Adopting 2023 Milwaukee Budget

But police will still see service reduction and drastic cuts will come in future years without changes at state level.

Milwaukee Deputy Election Director Charged With Felony, Motive Revealed

Milwaukee Deputy Election Director Charged With Felony, Motive Revealed

Kimberly Zapata was fired Wednesday, now charged for improperly requesting absentee ballots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City’s Fiserv Subsidy Includes Vel Phillips Plaza Funding, Michigan Street Upgrades
Eyes on Milwaukee

City’s Fiserv Subsidy Includes Vel Phillips Plaza Funding, Michigan Street Upgrades

Relocation job target is 780 jobs within four years. Includes rules around work from home policies, bonuses for city residents.

Rite-Hite Affiliate Buys Global Water Center

Rite-Hite Affiliate Buys Global Water Center

Company expands its presence in Walker's Point by acquiring office building.

Illegal Ballot Requests Came From Deputy Milwaukee Election Director

Illegal Ballot Requests Came From Deputy Milwaukee Election Director

Kimberly Zapata was terminated Wednesday after revealing action.

City Hall: Johnson Names Former Deputy City Attorney To Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Johnson Names Former Deputy City Attorney To Fire & Police Commission

Miriam Horwitz would be commission's ninth member, fulfilling mayor's campaign pledge.

Downtown Dog Park Will Include Riverfront Brewery

Downtown Dog Park Will Include Riverfront Brewery

Foxtown Landing will include Foxtown Brewery and Fromm-sponsored dog park.

City Hall: Discrimination Lawsuit Will Cost City $400,000
City Hall

Discrimination Lawsuit Will Cost City $400,000

Council grumbles but okays settlement. 'A very bitter pill to swallow,' says Ald. Murphy.

Judge Derek Mosley Resigning For Marquette Job

Judge Derek Mosley Resigning For Marquette Job

Popular judge will now lead Lubar Center at Marquette Law School.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Unanimously Approves Deer District Concert Venues
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Unanimously Approves Deer District Concert Venues

Live Nation cleared to enter Milwaukee market, partner with Milwaukee Bucks.

City Hall: Where Is Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd?
City Hall

Where Is Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd?

Alderwoman is expected to resign, has missed last two council meetings.

Northridge Owner Appeals, Blocks Demolition Order

Northridge Owner Appeals, Blocks Demolition Order

2019 court case continues to drag on. Mall has been closed since 2003.

City Hall: Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents
City Hall

Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents

Sig Sauer guns fired several times without ever leaving holsters. Change will cost $500,000.

10 Ways to Make City More Sustainable

10 Ways to Make City More Sustainable

Climate change task force plan offers 'big ideas' to make Milwaukee more sustainable and equitable.

Plats and Parcels: Zoning Board Approves 5th Street Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Zoning Board Approves 5th Street Apartments

A six-story, 87 unit complex in Walker's Point. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Deer District Hotel Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Deer District Hotel Takes Shape

The Trade rises nine stories, with plenty of homages to Milwaukee and the Bucks embedded within.

City Hall: Council Beefing Up Negotiation Team In Advance of Public Safety Contract Talks
City Hall

Council Beefing Up Negotiation Team In Advance of Public Safety Contract Talks

Funding comes from City Attorney's Office.

City Hall: Mayor, Council At Odds Over How To Prepare For Fiscal Cliff
City Hall

Mayor, Council At Odds Over How To Prepare For Fiscal Cliff

But there is unanimous agreement that city faces a looming crisis.

Fiserv Moving Headquarters, More Than 750 Employees Downtown

Fiserv Moving Headquarters, More Than 750 Employees Downtown

Brookfield-based financial technology company with 44,000 employees moving HQ to former Boston Store building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Sale of Former Movie Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Sale of Former Movie Theater

Father-daughter team would rehabilitate building into art studio and office.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Community Health Center Tops Off $17 Million Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Community Health Center Tops Off $17 Million Expansion

Project unifies Outreach's operations under one roof, improving health care programs.

Downtown Tower Attracts Federal Agency

Downtown Tower Attracts Federal Agency

Bureau of Land Management will occupy 8,797 square feet of 20-story Two Fifty building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deer District Concert Halls Okayed Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deer District Concert Halls Okayed Again

Zoning committee endorses project. Not our call to decide who is or isn't a monopoly, note Bauman, DCD.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selects Harbor District Developer
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selects Harbor District Developer

Rule Enterprises, an affordable housing developer will develop a key, two-acre, vacant site on Greenfield Ave.

City Hall: Proposed Budget Amendments Reverse Library, Fire Department Cuts
City Hall

Proposed Budget Amendments Reverse Library, Fire Department Cuts

Majority of council supports $4.7 million amendment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Teens Grow Greens Plans Big Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Teens Grow Greens Plans Big Expansion

Nonprofit will tear down Webers Greenhouse to develop 'The Green Acre,' a $7 million complex with several greenhouses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Whither Harley-Davidson’s Headquarters?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Whither Harley-Davidson’s Headquarters?

Motorcycle manufacturer will repurpose complex - but how?- amidst growing trend of remote workers.

Plats and Parcels: Bucks Guard Sells Brewers Hill Property
Plats and Parcels

Bucks Guard Sells Brewers Hill Property

Pat Connaughton's company gets cold feet. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan To Convert Carleton School To Housing Revived
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan To Convert Carleton School To Housing Revived

2019 apartment project for 41st and Silver Spring revised. But some neighbors still object.

Friday Photos: Construction Starts on Elevation 1659 Apartments
Friday Photos

Construction Starts on Elevation 1659 Apartments

But design for project on Water and Jackson is modified since initial 2019 approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vacant Lot Near Bay View Cottages For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vacant Lot Near Bay View Cottages For Sale

Your modern dream home near the lake adjacent to 1860s workers cottages?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Building Street Through Bradley Center Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Building Street Through Bradley Center Site

But only conditionally. Proposal hinges on approval of new concert venue.

City Hall: Port Director Leaving For Job in Biden Administration
City Hall

Port Director Leaving For Job in Biden Administration

Adam Tindall-Schlicht spent four years atop Port Milwaukee, making major improvements.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Design For Prospect Avenue Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Design For Prospect Avenue Tower

Revised design for tower that neighbors opposed would be shorter and set back further.

Proposed Iron District Soccer Team Would Start Play in 2025

Proposed Iron District Soccer Team Would Start Play in 2025

Naming contest underway. Team would compete in USL Championship League.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Reserve on The River Inches Towards Groundbreaking
Eyes on Milwaukee

Reserve on The River Inches Towards Groundbreaking

Second half of River House development would fill gap in riverwalk, add 222 apartments to Lower East Side.

Immersive Beyond Monet Experience Opens Thursday

Immersive Beyond Monet Experience Opens Thursday

Learn the story behind the exhibit and how to best experience it.

Tim Michels Promises to Fix Milwaukee

Tim Michels Promises to Fix Milwaukee

But how? He made his case Tuesday at Rotary luncheon.

Deal Struck To Allow Pabst To Operate Historic Mansion as Venue

Deal Struck To Allow Pabst To Operate Historic Mansion as Venue

Attorney Mike Maistelman works with PTG, Alderman Robert Bauman and neighbors to craft agreement. Alderman otherwise fears demolition.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Church Mutual Opens Milwaukee Office With Support From Former Packers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Church Mutual Opens Milwaukee Office With Support From Former Packers

Portion of new downtown office named for linebacker George Koonce.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Can’t Figure Out What To Do With Northridge Menards Proposal
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Can’t Figure Out What To Do With Northridge Menards Proposal

Retailer wants to add self-storage units to parking lot next to building. City concerned about unintended consequences, future development.

City Hall: Milwaukee Spending $1.5 Million On Lawsuits, Including Two Police Conduct Cases
City Hall

Milwaukee Spending $1.5 Million On Lawsuits, Including Two Police Conduct Cases

And another $1.5 million in settlements is pending.

Group Unveils Plans To Replace 794 With Boulevard

Group Unveils Plans To Replace 794 With Boulevard

Rethink 794 thinks replacing elevated freeway with boulevard could lead to $1.5 billion in development, better city.

Plats and Parcels: Former East Side Abortion Clinic For Sale
Plats and Parcels

Former East Side Abortion Clinic For Sale

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Friday Photos: New Beerline Trail Connector Building
Friday Photos

New Beerline Trail Connector Building

Building will be a hub, with new cafe, on expanded trail.

City Hall: Library Poised To Cut Services At 5 Branches In 2023
City Hall

Library Poised To Cut Services At 5 Branches In 2023

Council debates what libraries and if service could be restored.

Transportation: City Wins Grant To Reconstruct Cherry Street Bridge
Transportation

City Wins Grant To Reconstruct Cherry Street Bridge

Bridge, which connects Downtown to Brewers Hill, was built in 1940.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cream City Brick House Proposed For East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cream City Brick House Proposed For East Side

Developer Juli Kaufmann would build new residence with reclaimed brick.

Transportation: Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects
Transportation

Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects

New curb bump-outs and other interventions aim to reduce reckless driving.

Transportation: 2023 Milwaukee Budget Includes $500,000 Protected Bike Lane Fund
Transportation

2023 Milwaukee Budget Includes $500,000 Protected Bike Lane Fund

But will council approve it?

Renovated Green Bay Playfield Opens

Renovated Green Bay Playfield Opens

MPS-owned park located near Interstate 43 and Capitol Drive

Evers Says Fixing Financial Relationship Between State, Milwaukee and Other Cities Is Top Priority

Evers Says Fixing Financial Relationship Between State, Milwaukee and Other Cities Is Top Priority

But his proposal leaves Milwaukee far short of the revenue it needs to avoid substantial cuts.

City Hall: Council Delays Decision On Whether To Allow Pabst Wedding Venue
City Hall

Council Delays Decision On Whether To Allow Pabst Wedding Venue

PTG bought Villa Filomena earlier this year, but downtown mansion has long drawn complaints from neighbors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: After UWM Lawsuit Loss, City Could Rewrite Historic Preservation Ordinance
Eyes on Milwaukee

After UWM Lawsuit Loss, City Could Rewrite Historic Preservation Ordinance

Change would be a safeguard on state-owned buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Neighbors Give Up, Historic Commission Rules Summit Homes Not Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Neighbors Give Up, Historic Commission Rules Summit Homes Not Historic

But proposed apartment building still needs zoning change.

Milwaukee Police Have Towed More Than 100 Vehicles Since May For Reckless Driving

Milwaukee Police Have Towed More Than 100 Vehicles Since May For Reckless Driving

New policy targets worst offenders, and it has found a number.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ahead of Council Votes, FPC Announces Labor Agreements for Concert Venues
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ahead of Council Votes, FPC Announces Labor Agreements for Concert Venues

All jobs at proposed Live Nation-affiliated venues will be performed by union members.

Plats and Parcels: Former Bay View MCFI Facility For Sale
Plats and Parcels

Former Bay View MCFI Facility For Sale

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Steel Rises on Wisconsin Center Expansion
Friday Photos

Steel Rises on Wisconsin Center Expansion

$456 million development is largest project underway in Milwaukee

City Hall: Chantia Lewis Ordered To Pay More Than $27,000
City Hall

Chantia Lewis Ordered To Pay More Than $27,000

Former alderwoman currently serving 30 days in custody for campaign finance violations.

City Hall: What Two Fire Stations Will Milwaukee Fire Department Cut?
City Hall

What Two Fire Stations Will Milwaukee Fire Department Cut?

Or will an influx of Medicaid money stave off cut?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Signicast Opens New Plant in Menomonee Valley
Eyes on Milwaukee

Signicast Opens New Plant in Menomonee Valley

Hartford company opening plant in city to combat labor shortage.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Loses Again In Bid To Prevent Columbia Hospital Demolition
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Loses Again In Bid To Prevent Columbia Hospital Demolition

All of the windows now gone from the building while city seeks appeals court ruling.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zizzo Opens New HQ In Historic Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zizzo Opens New HQ In Historic Building

Marketing firm sits on the dividing line between Third Ward and Walker's Point with space that mixes fun with work.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Marquette’s New Business School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Marquette’s New Business School

University has hit the home stretch on O'Brien Hall at 16th and Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Froedtert Planning New Southside Clinic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Froedtert Planning New Southside Clinic

North Shore Bank will also open branch

Eyes on Milwaukee: Business Incubator Planned for 52nd and Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Business Incubator Planned for 52nd and Center

Entrepreneur-contractor-nurse would breathe new life into vacant building.

City Hall: Treasurer Coggs Rejects Budget Cuts
City Hall

Treasurer Coggs Rejects Budget Cuts

Mayor's proposed budget eliminates temporary workers, could begin eliminating practice of paying taxes in person.

Sen. Ron Johnson Attacks Milwaukee Elections

Sen. Ron Johnson Attacks Milwaukee Elections

While calling for an end to "division and anger," Johnson levies attack on Milwaukee's vote counting

Council Members Blast $500 Fix To Hyundai Theft Problem

Council Members Blast $500 Fix To Hyundai Theft Problem

Manufacturer selling kit to fix problem that has given rise to "Kia Boyz" phenenom.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished

Ruling is a win for city, but issues remain with demolishing building.

Plats and Parcels: Former Blatz Brewing Building Sold
Plats and Parcels

Former Blatz Brewing Building Sold

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Downer Avenue Townhomes Sit Nearly Finished
Friday Photos

Downer Avenue Townhomes Sit Nearly Finished

Four new condominiums replace fire-damaged triplex.

Republicans Name CEO of 2024 Convention

Republicans Name CEO of 2024 Convention

Retired Wisconsin businessman, former U.S. ambassador and longtime GOP leader Steve King will lead host team.

Former Alderwoman Chantia Lewis Booked Into House of Correction

Former Alderwoman Chantia Lewis Booked Into House of Correction

Lewis, who awaits restitution hearing, must serve 30 days in custody as part of plea agreement.

City Hall: Milwaukee’s Credit Rating Cut
City Hall

Milwaukee’s Credit Rating Cut

All three rating agencies have a negative outlook on cash-strapped city.

City Hall: Milwaukee Bucks Creating Deer District Business Improvement District
City Hall

Milwaukee Bucks Creating Deer District Business Improvement District

Self-taxing entity will be used to draw more events to area around Fiserv Forum.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ship-Loading Equipment Makes 1,500-Mile Trip To Port Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ship-Loading Equipment Makes 1,500-Mile Trip To Port Milwaukee

Part of largest investment in port in 60 years.

City Hall: Committee Endorses New Public Works Leaders
City Hall

Committee Endorses New Public Works Leaders

Council likes mayor's picks for DPW commissioner and city engineer.

City Hall: MacCanon Brown Street Renaming Held
City Hall

MacCanon Brown Street Renaming Held

For second time. Proposal honors longtime homeless advocate, but Ald. Stamper says no one contacted him.

Transportation: City Wants Feedback on KK River Trails
Transportation

City Wants Feedback on KK River Trails

Proposal would link two off-road trail segments, create corridor from South Side to Downtown

Vote Early at Fiserv Forum, 13 Other Sites

Vote Early at Fiserv Forum, 13 Other Sites

Bucks's arena among 14 early voting sites in city of Milwaukee for November election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deer District Concert Venue Wins First Approval, Despite Objections
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deer District Concert Venue Wins First Approval, Despite Objections

Other concert venues fight Live Nation's entrance into Milwaukee market.

ABC Supply Opening Northwest Side Warehouse

ABC Supply Opening Northwest Side Warehouse

Diane Hendricks' company seeks first location in city in a building prior tenant 'destroyed.'

City Hall: Juneteenth Now An Official City Holiday
City Hall

Juneteenth Now An Official City Holiday

Ald. Milele Coggs leads the charge for full city recognition after 2014 'halfway measure'.

Plats and Parcels: Twin Disc Moving Headquarters to Milwaukee
Plats and Parcels

Twin Disc Moving Headquarters to Milwaukee

Racine company will be led from Third Ward. Plus: Recapping the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Lake Park Bridge Overhaul Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Lake Park Bridge Overhaul Nears Completion

Bridge to reopen next month after six-year closure

Transportation: City Assembles New Bicycle, Pedestrian Committee
Transportation

City Assembles New Bicycle, Pedestrian Committee

Have ideas? Complaints? This citizen-led group is in charge of making formal recommendations to city officials.

5 Can’t-Miss ‘Doors Open’ Destinations

5 Can’t-Miss ‘Doors Open’ Destinations

12th annual Doors Open Milwaukee features 115 buildings this weekend, but we wouldn't skip these five.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Rep Plans $75 Million Overhaul
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Rep Plans $75 Million Overhaul

Complete rebuilding of two theaters planned with Associated Bank becoming naming rights sponsor for entire Rep complex.

City Hall: Police Union Sues City, Wants All Its Guns Replaced
City Hall

Police Union Sues City, Wants All Its Guns Replaced

Suit says MPD's SIG Sauger guns inadvertently fired three times, twice injuring officers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Opportunity Center Releases Designs, Announces $5 Million Gift
Eyes on Milwaukee

Opportunity Center Releases Designs, Announces $5 Million Gift

Athletic facility near Capitol Drive and I-43 would be as inclusive as they come.

Eyes on Milwaukee: DOJ Suing Milwaukee Landlord, Property Manager
Eyes on Milwaukee

DOJ Suing Milwaukee Landlord, Property Manager

Federal government alleges East Side property owner and his manager violated Fair Housing Act.

City Hall: Council Approves Paying Four Settlements
City Hall

Council Approves Paying Four Settlements

Taxpayers on the hook for yet more city settlements.

City Hall: Washington, Burgos Join Fire-Police Board
City Hall

Washington, Burgos Join Fire-Police Board

City Fire & Police Commission now has a record eight members.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Unanimously Approves East Side Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Unanimously Approves East Side Apartments

After heated public hearings and controversy, there was no debate before full council.

City Hall: Mayor Johnson Introduces First Budget
City Hall

Mayor Johnson Introduces First Budget

Budget raises fees, taxes, cuts police, library hours as a result of 'broken' state funding system.

City Hall: Kessler Resigns From Fire-Police Board
City Hall

Kessler Resigns From Fire-Police Board

Retired judge's resignation delays mayor's push to create full, 9-member Fire & Police Commission.

Vice President Harris Will Visit Milwaukee

Vice President Harris Will Visit Milwaukee

Harris coming Thursday to speak at Democratic Attorneys General conference, meet with local Latino leaders.

Plats and Parcels: City Seeks Buyer For Historic Mansion
Plats and Parcels

City Seeks Buyer For Historic Mansion

1856 Italianate mansion on S. 27th St. has quite a history. Plus: all the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: McKinley School Saved From The Brink
Friday Photos

McKinley School Saved From The Brink

Gorman's redevelopment shows that virtually any building can be saved if there is a will to do so.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Expands Vision For Harbor District Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Expands Vision For Harbor District Riverwalk

Bathrooms, Kaszube historical pavilion, more boat docks, but railroad disconnect remains.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Affordable Apartment Project Near Downtown Gets Three-Month Extension
Eyes on Milwaukee

Affordable Apartment Project Near Downtown Gets Three-Month Extension

Haywood Group needs to finalize project financing by end of the year.

Transportation: Proposed Route for North-South BRT Line Unveiled
Transportation

Proposed Route for North-South BRT Line Unveiled

SEWRPC releases planned 27th Street bus rapid transit line plan.

Transportation: Should Brady Street Be Pedestrian-Only?
Transportation

Should Brady Street Be Pedestrian-Only?

Business improvement district asks for further study after fatal hit-and-run.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Attracts Top 3D Printer Manufacturer
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Attracts Top 3D Printer Manufacturer

Boston area company Formlabs, a leader in 3D printer industry, opens regional HQ here.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $7.5 Million Grant Will Help Create 5,000 New Minority Homeowners
Eyes on Milwaukee

$7.5 Million Grant Will Help Create 5,000 New Minority Homeowners

Wells Fargo provides grant to boost homeownership for Milwaukee people of color.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Wins Grant To Develop Site Beneath Marquette Interchange
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Wins Grant To Develop Site Beneath Marquette Interchange

With $3.25 million federal grant, Menomonee Valley site would receive street extension, water and sewer service.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Famed Art Museum Architect Returns For 20th Anniversary
Eyes on Milwaukee

Famed Art Museum Architect Returns For 20th Anniversary

Santiago Calatrava returns to Milwaukee. Free admission Friday at MAM .

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Building New Street in Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Building New Street in Third Ward

New apartment building triggers long-desired extension of Corcoran Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves East Side Apartment Project Despite Complaints
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves East Side Apartment Project Despite Complaints

Proposed Hackett Ave. building has drawn lawsuit, contested hearings and much angst.

City Hall: Milwaukee Aims ‘Howitzer’ At Lawsuit
City Hall

Milwaukee Aims ‘Howitzer’ At Lawsuit

Bauman calls lawsuit by real estate agents claiming city misused federal funds 'totally bogus.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: 66 Developers Bid To Rehab City’s Vacant Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

66 Developers Bid To Rehab City’s Vacant Homes

'Unprecedented response' of 66 submissions, with 15 selected to rehab 150 homes.

Milwaukee Faces Cruise Ship Arms Race

Milwaukee Faces Cruise Ship Arms Race

Will new dock secure success for Port Milwaukee? Or will Chicago and Duluth steal the business?

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance Seeks New Leader

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance Seeks New Leader

Executive director Jeremy Ebersole leaving the city's leading historic preservation group.

Plats and Parcels: Proposed River House Complex Grows
Plats and Parcels

Proposed River House Complex Grows

Plus: recapping all the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Land Giving New Shape To Van Buren St.
Friday Photos

New Land Giving New Shape To Van Buren St.

Steel structure will soon join mass-timber Ascent.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Hotel Changes Hands in Sheriff’s Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Hotel Changes Hands in Sheriff’s Sale

Atlanta-based company purchases former Fairfield Inn & Suites on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Mayor Nominates Kevin Muhs To Serve As City Engineer

Mayor Nominates Kevin Muhs To Serve As City Engineer

Muhs currently leads Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.

City Hall: Committee Backs Johnson’s FPC Nominees
City Hall

Committee Backs Johnson’s FPC Nominees

Council committee endorses two "immensely qualified" candidates to finally fill Fire & Police Commission.

Transportation: Can City Make Fond du Lac Avenue Safer?
Transportation

Can City Make Fond du Lac Avenue Safer?

Project would rebuild portion of artery that leads into Downtown, but may not include major changes.

Council Mulls Speed Hump Policy

Council Mulls Speed Hump Policy

Nearly 250 to be installed in 2022, but what should city do next year and at what cost?

Eyes on Milwaukee: ‘White Box’ Buildings Planned for 124th and Brown Deer
Eyes on Milwaukee

‘White Box’ Buildings Planned for 124th and Brown Deer

Spec industrial buildings planned for virgin soil at city's northwestern border.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Tower Site Sells For $6 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Tower Site Sells For $6 Million

Developer expected to ramp up construction of 31-story tower along the river.

NY Investor Buys Office Building Near State Fair Park

NY Investor Buys Office Building Near State Fair Park

Former We Energies facility had been redeveloped into office complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Company Bets on Suburban-Style Offices
Eyes on Milwaukee

Company Bets on Suburban-Style Offices

Park Place building one of 53 acquired by national real estate firm, but will it pay off?

Photo Gallery: 2022 Labor Day Parade
Photo Gallery

2022 Labor Day Parade

Union members march to lakefront festival grounds to see President Joe Biden.

Plats and Parcels: Iron District Construction Starting
Plats and Parcels

Iron District Construction Starting

But not on the soccer stadium or concert venue. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Long Chase, Downtown Shootout Leads To Death of Homicide Suspect

Long Chase, Downtown Shootout Leads To Death of Homicide Suspect

Southside traffic stop results in chase that ends at Water Street bar district.

Friday Photos: Taxco Apartment Complex Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Taxco Apartment Complex Nears Completion

Apartment building in the front, art canvas in the back.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Unsecured, Owners Face $26,000 In Fines
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Unsecured, Owners Face $26,000 In Fines

Fine will increase if problems not addressed. Final hearing scheduled for Oct. 3.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Author, YIMBY Nolan Gray Headlining Urban Spaceship Conference
Eyes on Milwaukee

Author, YIMBY Nolan Gray Headlining Urban Spaceship Conference

Annual conference's 2022 theme is "growing Milwaukee to a million person city."

Lime Scooters Return to Milwaukee

Lime Scooters Return to Milwaukee

Formal launch event for all operators Friday.

City Hall: Mayor Taps Jerrel Kruschke To Lead Department of Public Works
City Hall

Mayor Taps Jerrel Kruschke To Lead Department of Public Works

Kruschke, current interim commissioner and city engineer, has risen quickly through the ranks.

Wisconsin Center Seeks Artists For Expansion

Wisconsin Center Seeks Artists For Expansion

$1.5 million will be spent on art to enliven convention center expansion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Goodwill Donating Building To Charter School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Goodwill Donating Building To Charter School

Former factory building would be donated to Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy.

City Hall: Ashanti Hamilton Resigns For Administration Job
City Hall

Ashanti Hamilton Resigns For Administration Job

New head of Office of Violence Prevention was 1st District alderman since 2004.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lawsuit Dropped Over East Side Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lawsuit Dropped Over East Side Apartments

Neighbors sued to stop project, only to drop the suit while still raising objections.

Bucks Win Another World Championship!

Bucks Win Another World Championship!

But this time it's for the NBA 2K League video game.

City Lets You Paint Your Street or Sidewalk

City Lets You Paint Your Street or Sidewalk

'Paint the Pavement' program invites you to turn asphalt into artwork. But don't forget the anti-slip additive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fight Over Former Columbia Hospital Heads Back To Court
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fight Over Former Columbia Hospital Heads Back To Court

City appeals ruling, seeks to block UWM's further demolition of hospital.

President To Visit Milwaukee On Labor Day

President To Visit Milwaukee On Labor Day

Biden will make his second presidential visit to city, attend Laborfest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mayor Johnson Moves to Concordia Neighborhood
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mayor Johnson Moves to Concordia Neighborhood

A new house for new mayor, who buys historic mansion on Near West Side.

Plats and Parcels: Northwest Side Tower Changes Hands
Plats and Parcels

Northwest Side Tower Changes Hands

Seller and buyer of office tower both from the East Coast. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: BRT Stations Reshape Wisconsin Avenue
Friday Photos

BRT Stations Reshape Wisconsin Avenue

New transit line transforming Milwaukee's main street even before operation begins.

Eyes on Milwaukee: FPC Files For Design Approval For Deer District Concert Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

FPC Files For Design Approval For Deer District Concert Complex

But opposition emerges and the Wisconsin Center District raises concern.

Chantia Lewis Sentenced To 30 Days In Custody, 3 Years Probation

Chantia Lewis Sentenced To 30 Days In Custody, 3 Years Probation

Sentence much lighter than DA wanted for two campaign finance felonies.

City Hall: It’s City Budget Education Week
City Hall

It’s City Budget Education Week

Why does Milwaukee face a fiscal crisis? What can be done? Virtual events will provide answers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Convention Center Expansion Costs Grow By $36 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Convention Center Expansion Costs Grow By $36 Million

It's now a $456 million project, with $20 million in additional borrowing.

MKE Brewing Selling 9th Street Brewery

MKE Brewing Selling 9th Street Brewery

Brewery and taproom will close on Aug. 30, but beers are expected to live on.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Approves Controversial Church Apartment Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Approves Controversial Church Apartment Plan

Heated hearing results in addition of a traffic study that city officials expect to prove negligible impact.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The 1500s Development May Be Nixed
Eyes on Milwaukee

The 1500s Development May Be Nixed

Owner-occupant of proposed Lower East Side office and townhouse project lists property for sale.

Eyes on Milwaukee: ‘100,000 Parts’ Complex Listed For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

‘100,000 Parts’ Complex Listed For Sale

Former Bay View store includes 4 properties. Another 3-property site available across the street.

Plats and Parcels: Former Northwest Side Sam’s Club Sold As Industrial Property
Plats and Parcels

Former Northwest Side Sam’s Club Sold As Industrial Property

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: UWM’s Klotsche Center Expansion
Friday Photos

UWM’s Klotsche Center Expansion

$8 million project adds a 16,400-square-foot annex for basketball teams.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor Commission Approves Massive Cleanup Facility
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor Commission Approves Massive Cleanup Facility

New 42-acre, MMSD facility on lake could store 1.9 million cubic yards of sediment

Kia, Hyundai Thefts Now National Problem

Kia, Hyundai Thefts Now National Problem

Chicago's auto thefts up 767%, Seattle up 620% as Milwaukee's scourge spreads via social media.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System

Three-mile, award-winning corridor is becoming far more than a downtown amenity.

City Hall: Milwaukee Gets $18 Million Opioid Settlement
City Hall

Milwaukee Gets $18 Million Opioid Settlement

But overdoses, deaths and need for treatment continue to increase.

City Hall: Who Will Run To Replace Hamilton and Lewis?
City Hall

Who Will Run To Replace Hamilton and Lewis?

Four of 15 Common Council seats are vacant or due to be. Is Rep. David Bowen running?

Ashanti Hamilton Will Lead Office of Violence Prevention

Ashanti Hamilton Will Lead Office of Violence Prevention

Alderman will resign to take post in his onetime rival's administration.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Holds Northridge Mall Owners In Contempt, Issues $2,000 Daily Fine
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Holds Northridge Mall Owners In Contempt, Issues $2,000 Daily Fine

Chinese ownership group given until Friday to secure mall, trial scheduled for October 3.

Plats and Parcels: New Credit Union For The Harbor District
Plats and Parcels

New Credit Union For The Harbor District

A branch of Summit Credit Union on S. 1st St. Plus: recapping the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: UWM’s New Chemistry Building Rises
Friday Photos

UWM’s New Chemistry Building Rises

Building will be a gateway to STEM education on UWM campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: UWM Demolishing Former Columbia Hospital
Eyes on Milwaukee

UWM Demolishing Former Columbia Hospital

City could still sue, but time is running out.

City Hall: Council Gives First Approval to New Youth Prison Site
City Hall

Council Gives First Approval to New Youth Prison Site

But promises substantial time remains for formal public comment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall Suffers Fourth Fire In A Month
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall Suffers Fourth Fire In A Month

Fire chief and mayor are fed up. Lawsuit to demolish building has critical hearing Monday.

Milwaukee Company Entering Scooter Market

Milwaukee Company Entering Scooter Market

Johnny V's Blue Duck is setting up shop downtown.

Transportation: Feds Don’t Select Milwaukee For Streetcar Grant
Transportation

Feds Don’t Select Milwaukee For Streetcar Grant

But Beloit gets funds to build a bridge to a casino.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction To Start On Water and Jackson Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction To Start On Water and Jackson Apartments

Elevation 1659 will offer unique "fingers" design.

Chambers vs. Ballard For Common Council Seat

Chambers vs. Ballard For Common Council Seat

Chambers gets 60% of vote in three-way primary to fill mayor's former council seat.

Trump Boosts Michels Over Kleefisch

Trump Boosts Michels Over Kleefisch

Evers vs. Michels, Johnson vs. Barnes will make it a fall of nonstop ads. Plus: Vos almost loses.

Darrin Madison Wins Assembly Race Over Kennedy

Darrin Madison Wins Assembly Race Over Kennedy

Madison, Clancy will join Assembly with backing of Democratic Socialists of America.

Hodges Beats Christenson For Court Clerk Post

Hodges Beats Christenson For Court Clerk Post

Retired deputy will replace John Barrett, brother of former mayor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 23 Homes Receiving Free Repairs in Lindsay Heights
Eyes on Milwaukee

23 Homes Receiving Free Repairs in Lindsay Heights

500 volunteers will make $300,000 worth of repairs and upgrades.

Evers Announces Milwaukee Site For Lincoln Hills Replacement

Evers Announces Milwaukee Site For Lincoln Hills Replacement

Replacement for troubled youth justice facility would be on city's northwest side.

Nonprofit Launches Housing Acquisition Fund To Block Outside Investors

Nonprofit Launches Housing Acquisition Fund To Block Outside Investors

Program aims to buy single-family homes in bulk, sell them to low and moderate income Milwaukeeans.

Vote Tuesday: Statewide Republican Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Statewide Republican Candidates

Hotly-contested race for gubernatorial nomination is just the tip of the iceberg.

Vote Tuesday: Statewide Democratic Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Statewide Democratic Candidates

Contested races for treasurer, secretary of state, lieutenant governor and U.S. senator.

Vote Tuesday: 10th Assembly District Race
Vote Tuesday

10th Assembly District Race

Voters in the northeast corner of Milwaukee, Shorewood and Glendale will elect a new state representative.

Vote Tuesday: 2nd District Common Council Race
Vote Tuesday

2nd District Common Council Race

Three candidates vying to fill Cavalier Johnson's former Common Council seat.

Plats and Parcels: Developer Buys Shuttered East Side Tavern
Plats and Parcels

Developer Buys Shuttered East Side Tavern

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Developers Turn Corner Lot Into Five Apartments
Friday Photos

Developers Turn Corner Lot Into Five Apartments

Bay View bungalow gets new neighbors.

Don’t Miss Bronzeville Week

Don’t Miss Bronzeville Week

Eight-day event runs from Aug. 6-13

Milwaukee Wins 2024 Republican National Convention

Milwaukee Wins 2024 Republican National Convention

It's official. GOP will pick its presidential nominee in Milwaukee.

Downtown Bridge Openings Rise Even As Water Levels Fall

Downtown Bridge Openings Rise Even As Water Levels Fall

Annual bridge openings growing by the thousands.

Nikki Purvis Leaving City To Head African American Chamber

Nikki Purvis Leaving City To Head African American Chamber

Purvis replaces Ossie Kendrix at helm of nonprofit.

City Hall: Meet Milwaukee’s New Emergency Manager
City Hall

Meet Milwaukee’s New Emergency Manager

Ryan Zollicoffer boomerangs back to Milwaukee in time to prepare the city for 2024 RNC.

City Hall: Mayor Dumps Head of Violence Prevention Office
City Hall

Mayor Dumps Head of Violence Prevention Office

Arnitta Holliman removed from role she had held for a little more than a year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: F Street Buys Dubbel Dutch Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

F Street Buys Dubbel Dutch Hotel

Boutique hotel in downtown double mansion will continue under new ownership.

Nashville Rejects RNC, Milwaukee Now Lone Bidder

Nashville Rejects RNC, Milwaukee Now Lone Bidder

An official vote to grant Milwaukee the Republican convention expected Aug. 5.

MKE Film’s Cultures & Communities Festival Returns

MKE Film’s Cultures & Communities Festival Returns

Documentary on Rosa Parks, a "big get," is the opening night film.

City Again Has World’s Tallest Building

City Again Has World’s Tallest Building

Once it was Milwaukee's City Hall. Now it's Ascent, proclaimed tallest timber building by international Council on Tall Buildings.

Transportation: Bublr Expansion Includes Smaller Docks
Transportation

Bublr Expansion Includes Smaller Docks

Adding hundreds of new e-bikes and 26 new stations, including more minimal, flexible bike-sharing docks.

Transportation: Art Campaign Highlights Milwaukee, New York Teens
Transportation

Art Campaign Highlights Milwaukee, New York Teens

Milwaukee streetcar and New York subway stops to feature inspirational messages.

Plats and Parcels: Teweles Seed Tower Has New Owners, Renovation Planned
Plats and Parcels

Teweles Seed Tower Has New Owners, Renovation Planned

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Transportation: Wisconsin Ave. Will Sport Honorary Name For Robert Cocroft
Transportation

Wisconsin Ave. Will Sport Honorary Name For Robert Cocroft

Cocroft spent his career first in the military, then helping others once they left.

Friday Photos: Schuster’s Returns to King Drive
Friday Photos

Schuster’s Returns to King Drive

Former department store now visible, to become ThriveOn King development.

Godlewski Drops Out, Endorses Barnes

Godlewski Drops Out, Endorses Barnes

Field clearing for general election showdown between Mandela Barnes and Ron Johnson.

What To Do If You Voted For Lasry or Nelson?

What To Do If You Voted For Lasry or Nelson?

You can "spoil" your ballot and vote again, but don't wait.

No More Miller Time At Fiserv Forum

No More Miller Time At Fiserv Forum

Milwaukee Bucks beer sponsor is now Budweiser brewer Anheuser-Busch.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Spec Industrial Building Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Spec Industrial Building Approved

New Menomonee Valley building gets final city legislative approval. Cleared for development.

City Hall: The Federal Investigation That Isn’t
City Hall

The Federal Investigation That Isn’t

Housing investigation disappears as quietly as it appeared. What was it about?

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Trade Hotel Tops Off
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Trade Hotel Tops Off

High-end, Deer District hotel with downtown views will open in March 2023.

Lasry Dropping Out Of Senate Race

Lasry Dropping Out Of Senate Race

Barnes now clear frontrunner, but Godlewski still a challenger.

City Hall: New Penalties For Landlords Who Don’t Fix Lead Hazards
City Hall

New Penalties For Landlords Who Don’t Fix Lead Hazards

Fees, citations, even demolition for non-compliance after child tests positive for lead.

Eyes on Milwaukee: IKON Hotel Deal At Risk of Default
Eyes on Milwaukee

IKON Hotel Deal At Risk of Default

Haywood Group could default on $4 million city loan. City could end up owning empty mall.

Early Voting Begins in Milwaukee

Early Voting Begins in Milwaukee

From July 26 through August 6, voters can cast early ballot for August 9 primary at four locations in city.

Police Begin Suing Reckless Drivers

Police Begin Suing Reckless Drivers

MPD files lawsuit against driver with 44 violations, warns 20 more repeat reckless drivers they could be sued.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Good Hope Rd. Pick ‘n Save Sold For $20 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Good Hope Rd. Pick ‘n Save Sold For $20 Million

Florida investor pays nearly double the assessed value for northwest side store.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zoning Changes Could Grow City Population
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zoning Changes Could Grow City Population

City looks to update zoning code, in line with Mayor Johnson's vision for growth.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeking Affordable Housing Developers Who Need Funding
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeking Affordable Housing Developers Who Need Funding

Housing Trust Fund has $10 million to award to worthy projects.

Nelson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Nelson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Nelson says progressives now have a single candidate to unite behind.

Plats and Parcels: Fires Badly Damage Northridge Mall
Plats and Parcels

Fires Badly Damage Northridge Mall

More troubles for vacant mall. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Street Car Flats Take Shape
Friday Photos

Street Car Flats Take Shape

99-year-old office building finds new life as housing

Milwaukee Police Sending Body Armor To Ukraine

Milwaukee Police Sending Body Armor To Ukraine

Sister city Irpin will receive donations of disused protective equipment.

City Hall: Mayor Johnson Looks Back On His First 100 Days In Office
City Hall

Mayor Johnson Looks Back On His First 100 Days In Office

Public safety, financial issues, economic development and contracting COVID-19 for the second time.

City Hall: Patrick Pauly Appointed Head of Milwaukee Water Works
City Hall

Patrick Pauly Appointed Head of Milwaukee Water Works

Civil engineer has worked at city-owned utility since 1991.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Charter School Reveals New $20 Million High School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Charter School Reveals New $20 Million High School

Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy seeking to raise $25 million for new building and adding middle school.

MPD Tries New Tactics For Vehicle Thefts, Reckless Driving

MPD Tries New Tactics For Vehicle Thefts, Reckless Driving

MPD using bait cars to catch car thieves. State Patrol will provide assistance on Capitol and Fond du Lac.

City Hall: New $5,000 Fine For Not Reporting Stolen Guns
City Hall

New $5,000 Fine For Not Reporting Stolen Guns

Proposal includes a requirement to securely store guns in cars. MPD backing proposal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: World’s Tallest Timber Tower Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

World’s Tallest Timber Tower Opens

Downtown mass-timber high-rise mixes exposed wood aesthetic with loads of amenities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State’s Largest HIV Clinic Relocating, Expanding
Eyes on Milwaukee

State’s Largest HIV Clinic Relocating, Expanding

Vivent Health moving from Plankinton Ave. to former MATC building on 6th and McKinley.

Mayor Johnson Goes To Harvard

Mayor Johnson Goes To Harvard

Milwaukee's leader among 40 mayors participating in Harvard City Leadership Program.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rite-Hite Will Open New HQ In City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rite-Hite Will Open New HQ In City

First employees will move from Brown Deer, other locations to headquarters in Reed Street Yards south of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Midtown Walmart Bought By Self Storage Company
Eyes on Milwaukee

Midtown Walmart Bought By Self Storage Company

But using the facility for self storage would require zoning change from city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evers Helps Finance 10 Affordable Housing Proposals
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evers Helps Finance 10 Affordable Housing Proposals

Funding will benefit 22 projects in 11 counties, including 10 projects in Milwaukee.

City Hall: Ald. Chantia Lewis Pleads Guilty, Removed From Office
City Hall

Ald. Chantia Lewis Pleads Guilty, Removed From Office

Alderwoman faces August sentencing hearing following felony plea.

Plats and Parcels: Fiserv Again Flirts With Relocating Headquarters
Plats and Parcels

Fiserv Again Flirts With Relocating Headquarters

Plus: Our recap of the week's real estate news

Friday Photos: Work Underway on East Side Affordable Apartments
Friday Photos

Work Underway on East Side Affordable Apartments

New building located at the northern end of Water Street

GOP Panel Picks Milwaukee To Host 2024 Convention

GOP Panel Picks Milwaukee To Host 2024 Convention

Full committee must still vote in early August to approve Milwaukee.

Kohl’s Downtown Store Is Test of Smaller Format

Kohl’s Downtown Store Is Test of Smaller Format

CEO promises data-driven approach to deliver everything customers love about Kohl's.

Transportation: City Seeking Grant For Streetcar Convention Center Extension
Transportation

City Seeking Grant For Streetcar Convention Center Extension

$33 million project could receive boost with $25 million in federal funds.

UW Credit Union Will Anchor East Side Building

UW Credit Union Will Anchor East Side Building

Developer completes purchase of site for car-lite building on E. North Ave.

The Backyard Bar Creating New Backyard

The Backyard Bar Creating New Backyard

Bay View bar losing its patio to new restaurant, but creating new space by demolishing house.

Biden’s Infrastructure Czar Visits City, Touts Lead Lateral Funding

Biden’s Infrastructure Czar Visits City, Touts Lead Lateral Funding

City has replaced 524 laterals this year, but Biden administration says that will greatly increase with federal funding.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Design Board Okays Third Ward Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Design Board Okays Third Ward Project

5-story, 258-unit, $80 million complex near Summerfest gets conditional approval, with more revisions expected.

Kohl’s Planning Downtown Store

Kohl’s Planning Downtown Store

Department store would be located on first floor of old Boston Store space.

City’s Recycling Up 9%, Revenues Up, Too

City’s Recycling Up 9%, Revenues Up, Too

New methods of collection boost amount recycled, supply-chain issues increase revenues.

City Hall: Mayor Acts To Create Full Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Mayor Acts To Create Full Fire & Police Commission

Johnson picks two new appointees to FPC, giving it 9 members for first time.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Okays 55-Unit East Side Apartment Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Okays 55-Unit East Side Apartment Building

But St. Mark's church project may face a more contentious zoning hearing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Court Says UWM Can Demolish Columbia Hospital
Eyes on Milwaukee

Court Says UWM Can Demolish Columbia Hospital

City loses suit opposing this and may decide not to appeal decision.

City Hall: What Will Police Buy With Forfeiture Funds?
City Hall

What Will Police Buy With Forfeiture Funds?

$1.48 million in seized assets will pay for everything from pole camera to ice cream freezer.

Plats and Parcels: VA Demolishing Soldiers Home Power Plant
Plats and Parcels

VA Demolishing Soldiers Home Power Plant

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

TIF Could Fund Traffic Calming, Affordable Housing Near Downtown

TIF Could Fund Traffic Calming, Affordable Housing Near Downtown

City proposing $6.5 million for traffic calming, anti-displacement housing efforts in area north of Fiserv Forum.

Friday Photos: What’s That Big, New Tower at The Port?
Friday Photos

What’s That Big, New Tower at The Port?

Largest port investment in 60 years is beginning to materialize. See it from the Hoan Bridge.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Car-Lite East Side Building Wins Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Car-Lite East Side Building Wins Approval

Modern building would embody urbanism principles of those built 100 years before it.

City Hall: Mayor Johnson’s New HR Director Gets Committee Endorsement
City Hall

Mayor Johnson’s New HR Director Gets Committee Endorsement

Harper Donahue would move from the City of Madison to Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Should City Preserve Industrial Properties Near 11th and Bruce?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Should City Preserve Industrial Properties Near 11th and Bruce?

Study will look at land-use options for preserving century-old industrial district.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Million-Dollar Childcare Center Filling Vacant School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Million-Dollar Childcare Center Filling Vacant School

Tashawana Green opening new facility in Sherman Park with backing of Northwest Side CDC.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MIAD Overhauling Campus Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

MIAD Overhauling Campus Center

Planning to improve campus center, expand scholarships and grow its student body.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 31-Story Third Ward Tower Developer Applies For Construction Permits
Eyes on Milwaukee

31-Story Third Ward Tower Developer Applies For Construction Permits

Hines planning fall groundbreaking at 333 N. Water St.

Nashville RNC Contract Withdrawn

Nashville RNC Contract Withdrawn

The lone city competing with Milwaukee for convention struggling to pass host agreement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Local Investor Buys Ma Baensch Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Local Investor Buys Ma Baensch Building

Group also purchased former Miller Brewing building at Bartlett and Irving.

Photo Gallery: The Return of Milwaukee’s Independence Day Parades
Photo Gallery

The Return of Milwaukee’s Independence Day Parades

Community groups, candy and candidates fill Milwaukee's streets

Plats and Parcels: Urban Ecology Center Plans Event Venue
Plats and Parcels

Urban Ecology Center Plans Event Venue

East Side event space is near Oak Leaf Trail and the river. Plus: A big week of real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Hotel Hints At Potential of Deer District
Friday Photos

New Hotel Hints At Potential of Deer District

The Trade could be a key connecting piece between Fiserv Forum and Downtown, activating forlorn W. Juneau Ave.

Transportation: Milwaukee Seeks Partners On Project Lowering Speed Limits
Transportation

Milwaukee Seeks Partners On Project Lowering Speed Limits

Firms will design outreach campaign, measure results for project to lower speed limits to 20 mph.

Transportation: Bicycle-Walking Trail Would Run From S. 105th St. To Lakefront
Transportation

Bicycle-Walking Trail Would Run From S. 105th St. To Lakefront

9-mile Powerline Trail would connect Milwaukee and 3 suburbs. First leg opens this year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Schuster’s Department Store Getting Exposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Schuster’s Department Store Getting Exposed

$105 million ThriveOn King project turning warehouse into offices, housing, food hall.

Northridge Owners Renew Legal Battle With City

Northridge Owners Renew Legal Battle With City

Chinese investment group finds new attorney, now represented by McDonald & Kloth.

“Kia Boyz” Film Results In Felony Charges

“Kia Boyz” Film Results In Felony Charges

MPD uses web of evidence, including the film, to arrest 17-year-old. He faces multiple felony charges.

Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd

Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd

Southside park boasts splash pad, playground, futsal and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields

Eyes on Milwaukee: Say Goodbye to Harp & Shamrock Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Say Goodbye to Harp & Shamrock Building

137-year-old building that housed tavern on Wells St. planned for demolition, though precisely when not clear.

Selena Mural Towers Over Walker’s Point

Selena Mural Towers Over Walker’s Point

New, six-story mural by Mauricio Ramirez stands tall over Zocalo Food Park, is visible from I-94.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling The Other Turner Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling The Other Turner Hall

North Avenue building was used for concerts, boxing and socialist rallies. What's next?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Komatsu Mining’s Massive New Harbor District Campus
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Komatsu Mining’s Massive New Harbor District Campus

P&H parent company swaps a ribbon cutting for a tree planting in opening new factory.

Plats and Parcels: New Development For One Of Milwaukee’s Most Contaminated Properties
Plats and Parcels

New Development For One Of Milwaukee’s Most Contaminated Properties

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Journal Square Redevelopment Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Journal Square Redevelopment Nears Completion

Apartments, student housing, a high school and, maybe, a hotel.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Plans New S. 5th St. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Plans New S. 5th St. Building

Firm pursuing fourth apartment complex in Walker's Point.

City Hall: Who Wants To Be Milwaukee’s Public Works Czar?
City Hall

Who Wants To Be Milwaukee’s Public Works Czar?

Mayor Cavalier Johnson seeking new Public Works Commissioner.

Transportation: Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths
Transportation

Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths

City, led by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, adopts "Vision Zero" policy

Milwaukee Offering No-Appointment Vaccination For Everyone Six Months and Older

Milwaukee Offering No-Appointment Vaccination For Everyone Six Months and Older

CDC authorizes COVID-19 vaccination for those ages six months to four years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Iron District Developers Buy Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

Iron District Developers Buy Site

Apartments, soccer stadium, hotel and concert venue planned.

City Closes Burger King With Inside-Job Shooting

City Closes Burger King With Inside-Job Shooting

Council denies renewal of license, with alderman citing "a culture of" carrying weapons.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Home Could Become Coffee Shop
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Home Could Become Coffee Shop

Long an art gallery, the 1890s Knapp St. house in Downtown could see new life.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Delays Menomonee Valley Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Delays Menomonee Valley Building

Westminster Capital puts speculative project on hold until at least late July.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Car Wins Battle With Commercial Garage
Eyes on Milwaukee

Car Wins Battle With Commercial Garage

North Avenue building will be razed by city after reckless motorist rammed it.

City Hall: $900,000 Settlement For Improper Firings By Chief Morales
City Hall

$900,000 Settlement For Improper Firings By Chief Morales

Suit charges former police chief terminated seven Investigators without due process.

City Approves Scooters Through 2023

City Approves Scooters Through 2023

But it will take until at least August for private operators to re-enter Milwaukee.

The Hop Returns To Full Service

The Hop Returns To Full Service

After months of mechanical, staffing issues a full return, with extended hours during Summerfest

Transportation: Scooters Set For August Return
Transportation

Scooters Set For August Return

Council poised to approve new "study" on Tuesday, which would last through 2023.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling 1880s-Era Building Near Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling 1880s-Era Building Near Downtown

2,436-square-foot commercial building on W. Walnut St. could house a variety of uses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Teak Townhomes Offer Unique Format
Eyes on Milwaukee

Teak Townhomes Offer Unique Format

Developer's second project on Lower East Side replaces vacant lot near Pulaski Park.

Bike Racing Series Rolls Into Milwaukee

Bike Racing Series Rolls Into Milwaukee

Races in Bay View and the East Side this week promise to draw crowds, high-level cycling.

Plats and Parcels: Ma Baensch Building Is For Sale
Plats and Parcels

Ma Baensch Building Is For Sale

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: $420 Million Convention Center Expansion Moving Forward
Friday Photos

$420 Million Convention Center Expansion Moving Forward

Biggest construction project in Milwaukee is just under two years from completion.

New Mural Tackles Isolation, Celebration, Mental Health

New Mural Tackles Isolation, Celebration, Mental Health

Tia Richardson paints new downtown mural on the side of the Grand Avenue Club.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mount Mary, Partners Celebrate Opening Trinity Woods Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mount Mary, Partners Celebrate Opening Trinity Woods Complex

Intergenerational living complex unites everyone from retired nuns to toddlers under one roof.

Council To Vote On Bringing Back Scooters

Council To Vote On Bringing Back Scooters

Special meeting called for June 20

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Group Takes Over Veterans’ Tiny Houses Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Group Takes Over Veterans’ Tiny Houses Project

Northwest side project to house and support homeless veterans could be headed to actual construction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Iron District Apartments Subsidy Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Iron District Apartments Subsidy Gets First Approval

Michigan Street Commons would bring 99 units of affordable housing to Westown.

Sculpture Milwaukee Returning In Phases For 2022

Sculpture Milwaukee Returning In Phases For 2022

Five pieces on display now with more to follow as part of sixth-annual series.

City Hall: ARPA Funds Can’t Plug City Budget Hole
City Hall

ARPA Funds Can’t Plug City Budget Hole

Deficit keeps growing and even devoting every ARPA dollar to it won't solve problem.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Can Menomonee Valley Project Attract Tenants?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Can Menomonee Valley Project Attract Tenants?

Style of industrial development common in suburbs draws questions at City Hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building, Rebuilt Parish Hall For St. Mark’s
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building, Rebuilt Parish Hall For St. Mark’s

East Side development near Downer Ave. adds housing, targeted at saving church.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Clifton Crump Named To Zoning Board
Eyes on Milwaukee

Clifton Crump Named To Zoning Board

Former secretary of city's Board of Zoning Appeals returns to serve on board, to acclaim from council members.

Transportation: Open Meetings For Scaled-Down Stadium Interchange
Transportation

Open Meetings For Scaled-Down Stadium Interchange

WisDOT meetings Tuesday, Wednesday for public comments on diverging-diamond design.

Plats and Parcels: Milwaukee’s Third Tallest Building Could Be Redeveloped
Plats and Parcels

Milwaukee’s Third Tallest Building Could Be Redeveloped

Plus: Recapping 10 other real estate stories of the week.

Friday Photos: Rite-Hite’s New HQ Gets Glassy
Friday Photos

Rite-Hite’s New HQ Gets Glassy

New complex now reflects the neighborhood around it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Choice School Consolidating Campuses, Building Gym
Eyes on Milwaukee

Choice School Consolidating Campuses, Building Gym

Victory Christian Academy transforming former St. John Kanty church.

State Street Pizza Pub Opens This Weekend

State Street Pizza Pub Opens This Weekend

New restaurant focuses on quick service, sports and craft beer.

The Death and Life of the Locust Street Festival

The Death and Life of the Locust Street Festival

Festival canceled, but local businesses step in to offer alternatives.

City Hall: Police Officers Lied About Vaccine Status
City Hall

Police Officers Lied About Vaccine Status

Two officers lied to take a taxpayer-funded trip, under advice from Lieutenant who retired before discipline could be issued.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Old Astronautics HQ Could Become Economic Empowerment Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Old Astronautics HQ Could Become Economic Empowerment Center

Developer JoAnne Sabir envisions hub for Black empowerment near Capitol and Teutonia.

Eyes on Milwaukee: St. Augustine Building Elementary School On Entire City Block
Eyes on Milwaukee

St. Augustine Building Elementary School On Entire City Block

$49 million building will create city's largest school campus, serving 2,400 pupils.

City Hall: Help For Taxpayers Paying City Water Fee
City Hall

Help For Taxpayers Paying City Water Fee

Little known programs help you pay water and street lighting fee or even your mortgage.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Company Moving From Shorewood To South Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Company Moving From Shorewood To South Side

Makers of ZYN beverage will redevelop warehouse on the border of Menomonee Valley.

Interviewing The ‘Kia Boyz’

Interviewing The ‘Kia Boyz’

Amid epidemic of car theft in city, video by 'Tommy G' interviews the perpetrators.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Father-Daughter Duo Restoring Milwaukee’s ‘Boat House’
Eyes on Milwaukee

Father-Daughter Duo Restoring Milwaukee’s ‘Boat House’

Nautically-themed house could be damaged by its lighthouse without a rescue.

Gregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney

Gregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney

Nominee, if confirmed, would get second term as U.S. Attorney and top prosecutor for Southeast Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Demolition Starts For New Public Museum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Demolition Starts For New Public Museum

$240 million Milwaukee Public Museum facility to be built at 6th and McKinley, where building being razed housed Urban Milwaukee's first office.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starting On ThriveOn King Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starting On ThriveOn King Project

$105 million project will transform former Schuster's/Gimbels department store.

City Hall: Ieshuh Griffin Booted From Ballot In Two Aldermanic Races
City Hall

Ieshuh Griffin Booted From Ballot In Two Aldermanic Races

Griffin attempted to run to replace both Cavalier Johnson and Nik Kovac.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Trio of Center Street Properties For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Trio of Center Street Properties For Sale

City seeking new owners for buildings on historic commercial corridor.

Plats and Parcels: Northridge Mall Attorneys Quit, Chinese Group Must Find New Counsel
Plats and Parcels

Northridge Mall Attorneys Quit, Chinese Group Must Find New Counsel

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Inside The Phillis Wheatley School Redevelopment
Friday Photos

Inside The Phillis Wheatley School Redevelopment

Mayor, county executive and HUD regional administrator tour building in advance of July opening.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Harbor District Development Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Harbor District Development Site

Freshwater Plaza site could house six-story building.

Summerfest Leader Will Step Down At End of 2023

Summerfest Leader Will Step Down At End of 2023

Don Smiley will return at the end of 2023. Sarah Smith Pancheri named president.

City Hall: Embezzlement, Misconduct Trial Scheduled For Chantia Lewis
City Hall

Embezzlement, Misconduct Trial Scheduled For Chantia Lewis

Lewis now faces multiple, fast-approaching deadlines to resolve her four felony charges.

Oriental Theatre Hosting World Premiere Friday Night

Oriental Theatre Hosting World Premiere Friday Night

Small Town Wisconsin makes its big-screen debut in Milwaukee before going nationwide.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Beverage Company Relocating To Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Beverage Company Relocating To Walker’s Point

Makers of ZYN are poised to redevelop three-story warehouse.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Funds Would Support Iron District Housing Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Funds Would Support Iron District Housing Project

Proposed tax incremental financing district scheduled for June review.

City Hall: 27-Page Complaint Blasts City Attorney
City Hall

27-Page Complaint Blasts City Attorney

Tearman Spencer and top deputies face new complaints of misusing public funds, kickbacks and more.

City Hall: Mayor Signs RNC Agreement To Applause
City Hall

Mayor Signs RNC Agreement To Applause

But two big questions remain: will city win convention and will it benefit financially?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Royal Capital Plans $200 Million ‘Lifestyle Campus’
Eyes on Milwaukee

Royal Capital Plans $200 Million ‘Lifestyle Campus’

Cudahy Farms would ultimately have 1,110 units on 51 acres near 91st and Brown Deer.

City Hall: Council Approves RNC Deal, Drops $6 Million Request
City Hall

Council Approves RNC Deal, Drops $6 Million Request

Move praised by mayor, convention backers.

Transportation: A New Plan For Universal Driver’s Education
Transportation

A New Plan For Universal Driver’s Education

Common Ground's proposal calls for insurance companies to be lead funders of program.

$2 Million Grant Will Train Minorities, Help Replace Lead Laterals

$2 Million Grant Will Train Minorities, Help Replace Lead Laterals

Federal infrastructure funds help Milwaukee Water Works expand, diversify workforce.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Center Starts Construction On Former Chestnut Grove
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Center Starts Construction On Former Chestnut Grove

Redeveloped outdoor space for concerts would include 24 honey locust trees.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Soldiers Home Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Soldiers Home Redevelopment

See inside and learn the story of how a crumbling, Civil War-era complex was saved.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Genke Plans New Bay View Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Genke Plans New Bay View Development

Initially listed as 6 duplexes, but plans are changing for 10,320-square-foot site on E. Oklahoma Ave.

Plats and Parcels: DHS Ditching Coggs Center For Northwest Side
Plats and Parcels

DHS Ditching Coggs Center For Northwest Side

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Transportation: Port Traffic Fell in 2021
Transportation

Port Traffic Fell in 2021

"But that's not the whole story," says port director.

Friday Photos: Community Within The Corridor Expects First Residents In July
Friday Photos

Community Within The Corridor Expects First Residents In July

Largest private affordable housing development in Wisconsin history nears completion.

City Hall: Should Select City Employees Be Paid More Than Mayor?
City Hall

Should Select City Employees Be Paid More Than Mayor?

Alderwoman Coggs warns it could primarily benefit white men.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Renovated St. Francis of Assisi Church and Monastery
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Renovated St. Francis of Assisi Church and Monastery

Friars celebrate completion of complex that supports their faith and service, while housing quite the basement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Blood Center Announced As ThriveOn King Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Blood Center Announced As ThriveOn King Tenant

Operation will focus on increasing blood donations from diverse communities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Funeral Home Becoming Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Funeral Home Becoming Apartments

Kinnickinnic Ave. building proposed for apartment conversion.

Protasiewicz Running For Supreme Court

Protasiewicz Running For Supreme Court

Milwaukee circuit court judge running in 2023 election for seat being vacated by retiring Justice Roggensack.

Council Members Asking RNC For $6 Million

Council Members Asking RNC For $6 Million

Milwaukee can't otherwise benefit from convention because of lack of sales or hotel tax.

Spike Brewing Could Build New Facility

Spike Brewing Could Build New Facility

Brewing equipment manufacturer with sales in 20 countries would occupy vacant city lot near Holton and Capitol.

The World Naked Bike Ride Returns

The World Naked Bike Ride Returns

Milwaukee's second annual 'bare as you dare' event takes place June 25.

New High School Planned in Bronzeville

New High School Planned in Bronzeville

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy would demolish warehouse for new building.

Advocacy Groups Urge City, Reject RNC

Advocacy Groups Urge City, Reject RNC

Milwaukee a finalist for Republican convention. Mayor calls it a 'business decision, not a political one.'

City Hall: City Plans 27 Early Voting Sites
City Hall

City Plans 27 Early Voting Sites

Council set to approve list, including Fiserv Forum and Gee's Clippers, but not all may be used.

1,000 Cruise Passengers Visited City On Weekend

1,000 Cruise Passengers Visited City On Weekend

Record tourism weekend for Milwaukee, with three cruise ships visiting city.

Evers Awards $2.2 Million For City Policing

Evers Awards $2.2 Million For City Policing

ARPA funds will aid Milwaukee's efforts to control crowds, curb violence in downtown bar districts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks, FPC Plan Downtown Concert Venue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks, FPC Plan Downtown Concert Venue

Two buildings with 800 and 4,000 person capacities on former Bradley Center site.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Renderings of Downtown ‘Iron District’ Released
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Renderings of Downtown ‘Iron District’ Released

11-acre development with new soccer stadium, concert venue lists big-name supporters.

Plats and Parcels: Bay View Restaurant Would Have Two Buildings, Multiple Patios
Plats and Parcels

Bay View Restaurant Would Have Two Buildings, Multiple Patios

$2.5 million restaurant complex planned. Plus: A big week of real estate news.

Friday Photos: Nova Rises Along Van Buren
Friday Photos

Nova Rises Along Van Buren

New apartment building will eventually rise eight stories over busy downtown street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Century City Will Be Used For Concrete Crushing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Century City Will Be Used For Concrete Crushing

Concrete will be trucked west from N. Humboldt Blvd.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wisconsin Center Expansion Over Budget
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Expansion Over Budget

WCD exploring value engineering, additional bonding, federal grants and cutting features.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Soccer Stadium, Concert Venue Planned For Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Soccer Stadium, Concert Venue Planned For Downtown

6th and Michigan complex would transform Westown and impact local concert business.

Brandon Jennings Attempting to Launch Milwaukee Voucher School

Brandon Jennings Attempting to Launch Milwaukee Voucher School

Former NBA player seeking to open BALL City Academy.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Admiral’s Wharf Construction Could Start This Summer
Eyes on Milwaukee

Admiral’s Wharf Construction Could Start This Summer

Developer moving to close financing package after two years of delays.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 100,000 Parts Store Closed, Auction Underway
Eyes on Milwaukee

100,000 Parts Store Closed, Auction Underway

Owner Dan Wiken passed away in 2021 at the age of 92.

Summerfest Will Pay Full Cost of Policing For Second Straight Year

Summerfest Will Pay Full Cost of Policing For Second Straight Year

After the issue came to a head in 2019, city is being compensated for securing festival.

Transportation: ‘Traffic Gardens’ Coming to MPS Buildings
Transportation

‘Traffic Gardens’ Coming to MPS Buildings

Part of Safe Routes to School program, teaching students how to bike and follow rules of the road.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Apartments Design Overhauled
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Apartments Design Overhauled

But architectural review board raises many issues for planned apartment complex. Expect more changes and a new city street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Boone & Crockett Owners Building Public Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

Boone & Crockett Owners Building Public Riverwalk

Owners will create first riverwalk segment along Milwaukee's inner harbor.

Milwaukee Will Enforce Citywide Curfew For Those 16 And Under

Milwaukee Will Enforce Citywide Curfew For Those 16 And Under

Decision comes after 21 shot, 11 arrested from three Friday shootings.

City Hall: Judge Reverses $1.4 Million Verdict Against Bauman, City
City Hall

Judge Reverses $1.4 Million Verdict Against Bauman, City

Lawsuit over Bauman's criticism of demolished housing facility dates back to 2007.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Employ Milwaukee Opens Office On Northwest Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Employ Milwaukee Opens Office On Northwest Side

New satellite office, the first of others planned, is located within a church.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Building At 58th And Burleigh
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Building At 58th And Burleigh

Two-story, mid-century building has potential and one-time connection to controversial landlord.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Taco John’s, Popeyes Opening Near Airport
Eyes on Milwaukee

Taco John’s, Popeyes Opening Near Airport

Plan Commission okays two new fast food places in vacant site at 5th and Layton.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Menomonee Valley Building Wins Key Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Menomonee Valley Building Wins Key Approval

180,469-square-foot building on Canal St. to be built on 'spec,' as a possible warehouse.

Lakefront Beer Garden Will Return

Lakefront Beer Garden Will Return

War Memorial beer garden, operated by Kegel's, will offer longer hours, live music, weekly bike rides.

Michels Leads Kleefisch In New Poll

Michels Leads Kleefisch In New Poll

Recently announced candidate in GOP primary for governor 1% ahead of Kleefisch; most voters still "not sure" who to support.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Midtown Center Wal-Mart For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Midtown Center Wal-Mart For Sale

Vacant since 2016, store will be auctioned off starting June 20. Starting bid is $825,000.

Plats and Parcels: Bray Architects Could Move HQ In Walker’s Point
Plats and Parcels

Bray Architects Could Move HQ In Walker’s Point

Company is growing, could be on the move. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Downtown Curfew Instituted, Bucks Watch Party Canceled

Downtown Curfew Instituted, Bucks Watch Party Canceled

Mass shooting triggers two-night curfew for individuals under 21, Bucks cancel Deer District party.

17 People Shot, 10 In Custody From Water Street Shooting

17 People Shot, 10 In Custody From Water Street Shooting

21 people shot across three incidents downtown Friday night following Bucks game.

Friday Photos: Element Opens in Walker’s Point, Nearly Fully Leased
Friday Photos

Element Opens in Walker’s Point, Nearly Fully Leased

New S. 5th St. apartment building finds no issue drawing residents.

Milwaukee Preparing Agreement For Possible Republican National Convention

Milwaukee Preparing Agreement For Possible Republican National Convention

Common Council would approve framework agreement to allow formal work with GOP.

Hue Opens New Bay View Location

Hue Opens New Bay View Location

Restaurant constructed a new building in front of former Sven's Cafe to create new space.

Last Call To Buy Milwaukee Brewing Company

Last Call To Buy Milwaukee Brewing Company

Disposition firm seeking offers by May 25 to buy all or parts of brewery.

No New Third Ward Concert Venue

No New Third Ward Concert Venue

FPC is considering other sites away from Summerfest grounds.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Debates Artificial Turf for High School Field
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Debates Artificial Turf for High School Field

Commission overrules its staff to allow Washington High School to install artificial turf field.

Transportation: Green Infrastructure Project Planned For Interstate 94 and Becher Street
Transportation

Green Infrastructure Project Planned For Interstate 94 and Becher Street

Site divides Harbor District and Bay View from Lincoln Village, has homeless encampment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 2022 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
Eyes on Milwaukee

2022 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced

25 projects cover entire city, range from big to small.

Aurora Announces Merger, HQ Relocation to North Carolina

Aurora Announces Merger, HQ Relocation to North Carolina

Merger with Atrium Health would create nation's 5th biggest healthcare provider.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Concordia 27 Will Offer Housing, Meals, Education
Eyes on Milwaukee

Concordia 27 Will Offer Housing, Meals, Education

NWSP, State, Wiegand to redevelop N. 27th St. building, create west side community hub.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Awards Vouchers to 7 West Side Housing Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Awards Vouchers to 7 West Side Housing Projects

Awards will advance the creation or rehabilitation of 390 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Strikes Out In WHEDA Awards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Strikes Out In WHEDA Awards

Not one new city project won tax credits in latest round of WHEDA awards.

City Hall: Street Lighting Still Burning Issue For City
City Hall

Street Lighting Still Burning Issue For City

Lights are frequently out. Council allocates $20 million to replace them, but effort may take years to complete.

Dining: New High-End Restaurant For Downtown
Dining

New High-End Restaurant For Downtown

Mediterranean restaurant Lupi & Iris features food by James Beard award-winning chef.

Potawatomi Plans $100 Million Casino Overhaul

Potawatomi Plans $100 Million Casino Overhaul

Adding 1,800 slot machines, high-limit gambling room and rock'n'roll restaurant.

New Giannis Mural Completed

New Giannis Mural Completed

A 54-feet-high mural on E. Wisconsin has Giannis looking west toward Fiserv Forum.

City Handing Out Free Gun Locks

City Handing Out Free Gun Locks

Part of broader effort to reduce gun violence and accidental shootings by kids, say mayor and police chief.

City Hall: Special Election Called For Kovac’s Seat
City Hall

Special Election Called For Kovac’s Seat

Veteran alderman is now the city budget director. Primary would be on August 9

Transportation: Cruise Ship Leaves Milwaukee Twice
Transportation

Cruise Ship Leaves Milwaukee Twice

Ship gets as far north as Mequon, then returns to port due to a missing crew member.

Plats and Parcels: Factory Faces $15 Million Pollution, PCBs Cleanup
Plats and Parcels

Factory Faces $15 Million Pollution, PCBs Cleanup

Site near Capitol and Holton has toxic history. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Apartment Building Will Include Six-Story Mural
Friday Photos

New Apartment Building Will Include Six-Story Mural

Taxco Apartments will serve as canvas for Ramirez to create new Selena mural after original demolished.

Biggest Cruise Ship On Great Lakes Makes First Milwaukee Visit

Biggest Cruise Ship On Great Lakes Makes First Milwaukee Visit

See inside the brand new Viking Octantis.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Old Capitol Drive Fire Station
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Old Capitol Drive Fire Station

Two bidders vying for property.

Mount Mary Hires Isabelle Cherney As President

Mount Mary Hires Isabelle Cherney As President

Cherney will replace Christine Pharr, who is retiring this summer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vacant 27th Street Building Will See New Life
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vacant 27th Street Building Will See New Life

Agora Direct will operate one-stop contractor hub along W. Clybourn St.

City Hall: MPD Temporarily Lost More Than 8,000 Citations
City Hall

MPD Temporarily Lost More Than 8,000 Citations

Offenses including speeding, disorderly conduct, assault and battery had no follow-up after ticket issued.

Northwestern Mutual Providing $5 Million For Black-Owned Business Loans

Northwestern Mutual Providing $5 Million For Black-Owned Business Loans

Northwest Side Community Development Corporation and Legacy Redevelopment Corporation will make loans from new fund.

City Hall: Three Candidates Running To Replace Cavalier Johnson On Council
City Hall

Three Candidates Running To Replace Cavalier Johnson On Council

Including one candidate that just challenged Johnson for mayor.

Transportation: Should Milwaukee Remove A Second Freeway?
Transportation

Should Milwaukee Remove A Second Freeway?

1.5-mile-long Wisconsin Highway 175, formerly US 41, could become a boulevard.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Park East Apartments Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Park East Apartments Moving Forward

Developer buys vacant site along E. Ogden Ave. for $5 million, plans 197-unit complex.

City Hall: Committee Backs Kovac For Budget Director
City Hall

Committee Backs Kovac For Budget Director

A unanimous vote for alderman, whose resignation is expected to occur May 9.

City Hall: City Faces $9.5 Million In Legal Claims
City Hall

City Faces $9.5 Million In Legal Claims

Allegations of coerced confession, wrongful termination and underpayment of wages.

City Hall: Outside Counsel Will Represent City On Complaint Against City Attorney
City Hall

Outside Counsel Will Represent City On Complaint Against City Attorney

City Attorney Tearman Spencer is being sued for harassment, discrimination.

City Hall: Milwaukee Adding 37 New Wards
City Hall

Milwaukee Adding 37 New Wards

Supreme Court ruling changed state legislators for some city residents, requiring additional map revisions.

Transportation: Streetcar Service Goes From Bad To Worse
Transportation

Streetcar Service Goes From Bad To Worse

Maintenance issue leaves it with just one vehicle running Monday, causing 40-minute waits.

City Hall: Lena Taylor Could Sue City Over Flooding
City Hall

Lena Taylor Could Sue City Over Flooding

State senator alleges rental property damaged by city contractor work. City Attorney's Office denies claim.

City Hall: No New Jackpot Tax at Potawatomi
City Hall

No New Jackpot Tax at Potawatomi

Borkowski pulls his proposal after meeting with casino CEO. But he already has a new more modest plan.

7 Vehicles Towed In 36 Hours Under New City Policy

7 Vehicles Towed In 36 Hours Under New City Policy

New police policy part of broader effort to stop reckless driving.

Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly

Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly

County supervisor is backed by Rep. Brostoff, who he is running to replace.

Thousands March for Immigrant Rights

Thousands March for Immigrant Rights

Voces da la Frontera leads May Day march, challenges Pres. Biden and Sen. Ron Johnson

Plats and Parcels: City Seeks Firms To Transform Vacant Homes
Plats and Parcels

City Seeks Firms To Transform Vacant Homes

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New East Side Townhomes
Friday Photos

New East Side Townhomes

Four Downer Avenue condos for sale for between $550,000 and $675,000.

Mayor, Students Celebrate Arbor Day With Tree Planting

Mayor, Students Celebrate Arbor Day With Tree Planting

Mayor Johnson, DPW plant trees along 30th Street corridor with students from nearby schools.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evers Allocating $20 Million For Affordable Housing Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evers Allocating $20 Million For Affordable Housing Projects

Program could move 17 Milwaukee projects from rendering to reality.

Transportation: Bublr Rolling Out Hundreds of E-Bikes, 26 New Stations
Transportation

Bublr Rolling Out Hundreds of E-Bikes, 26 New Stations

New e-bikes are "awesome" and "extremely fun" says Mayor Johnson.

Visual Art: Busy Intersection Will Promote Kindness
Visual Art

Busy Intersection Will Promote Kindness

Artist Fred Kaems partnering with North Shore Bank on effort.

City Hall: Perez Shakes Up Committee Assignments
City Hall

Perez Shakes Up Committee Assignments

Musical chairs game has new leaders at the helm of city's most powerful committees.

Campbell’s Irish Pub Closing

Campbell’s Irish Pub Closing

Packy sells his tavern, featured on TV show "Bar Rescue," but new owner doesn't plan to run a bar.

City Hall: Vliet Street Reconstruction Gets Federal Funding
City Hall

Vliet Street Reconstruction Gets Federal Funding

Plus: Humboldt reconstruction nearly 50% over budget and the future of Highway 175.

City Hall: City Offers $50,000 Trauma Reduction Grants
City Hall

City Offers $50,000 Trauma Reduction Grants

Health department's Office of Violence Prevention wins $5 million federal grant.

Downtown Gets Three-Story Giannis Mural

Downtown Gets Three-Story Giannis Mural

It will be the fifth, and largest, Milwaukee mural honoring Antetokounmpo.

Transportation: DPW Plans Surge of Traffic-Calming Bump Outs
Transportation

DPW Plans Surge of Traffic-Calming Bump Outs

Plan to combat reckless driving, protect pedestrians using ARPA funds.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Will City Plan Change Bay View?
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Will City Plan Change Bay View?

DCD is at halfway point in process, planning three development sites for neighborhood.

City Hall: Who Will Lead Public Works Department?
City Hall

Who Will Lead Public Works Department?

Proposal would give Mayor Johnson ability to pick non-engineer to lead key department.

Donovan Now A Suburban Republican Running For Assembly

Donovan Now A Suburban Republican Running For Assembly

20-year Milwaukee alderman wants to stop city's "chaos" from spreading to suburbs.

Plats and Parcels: Investor Buys Shuttered West Milwaukee Malt Plant
Plats and Parcels

Investor Buys Shuttered West Milwaukee Malt Plant

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Sorority House Rises Near Marquette
Friday Photos

New Sorority House Rises Near Marquette

But what happened to the last house on the lot?

Riverwest Food Pantry Changes Name, Announces Expanded Vision

Riverwest Food Pantry Changes Name, Announces Expanded Vision

Kinship Community Food Center is seeking a new headquarters.

Members Only: Free Milwaukee Film Festival Tickets
Members Only

Free Milwaukee Film Festival Tickets

See a movie on us at the Milwaukee Film Festival.

City Hall: Aaron Lipski Given Four-Year Term As Fire Chief
City Hall

Aaron Lipski Given Four-Year Term As Fire Chief

Chief comes from a family that is synonymous with Milwaukee fire fighting.

Milwaukee River Could Become A Salmon Spawning Hub

Milwaukee River Could Become A Salmon Spawning Hub

Sport fishing group will start releasing fish from pens near rowing club.

Bob Donovan Considers Another Run For Office

Bob Donovan Considers Another Run For Office

Former alderman and two-time mayoral candidate publicly considering run for Assembly.

Eyes on Milwaukee: ThriveOn Investing $5 Million In Neighborhood Childcare Facilities
Eyes on Milwaukee

ThriveOn Investing $5 Million In Neighborhood Childcare Facilities

Malaika Early Learning Center will operate new center at ThriveOn King complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Melvina Park Expansion To Start Later This Year
Eyes on Milwaukee

Melvina Park Expansion To Start Later This Year

Century City park will quadruple in size, replacing empty parking lots with play space.

Want To Visit Summerfest’s Children’s Park? Check The Schedule

Want To Visit Summerfest’s Children’s Park? Check The Schedule

Northwestern Mutual Community Park is free and popular, but availability is based on fest calendar.

City Hall: Special Election Called For Northside Aldermanic Seat
City Hall

Special Election Called For Northside Aldermanic Seat

Winner will replace newly-elected Mayor Cavalier Johnson.

Help Clean Milwaukee’s River Banks

Help Clean Milwaukee’s River Banks

Saturday is Milwaukee Riverkeeper's annual cleanup. Last year's removed 110,000 pounds of trash.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Project Not About Cars
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Project Not About Cars

Four-story, 53-unit apartment building planned for E. North Ave. has just 18 on-site parking spots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Community Land Trust Comes To Town
Eyes on Milwaukee

Community Land Trust Comes To Town

Nonprofit creates affordable housing and equity through land leases, initial subsidies.

Rep. Brostoff Will Run For Aldermanic Seat

Rep. Brostoff Will Run For Aldermanic Seat

Jonathan Brostoff will seek seat being vacated by Nik Kovac and won't run for re-election to State Assembly.

Experimental Coffee Shop Adds New Location

Experimental Coffee Shop Adds New Location

Discourse cafe opens second location -- for now -- at the Milwaukee Art Museum.

Perez Elected Common Council President

Perez Elected Common Council President

Ald. Jose Perez is first Latino to lead council. Fills vacancy created by Johnson's election as mayor.

City Hall: Ald. Kovac Named Budget Director, Will Resign Council Seat
City Hall

Ald. Kovac Named Budget Director, Will Resign Council Seat

Kovac has represented the East Side and Riverwest since 2008.

City Hall: City Braces For More Lawsuit Settlements
City Hall

City Braces For More Lawsuit Settlements

Unusual number of claims by this early in the year. City may transfer $850,00 into settlements account.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bronzeville Project Could Be Creative Hub
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bronzeville Project Could Be Creative Hub

Partnership envisions four-story, 54-apartment complex and three-story creative hub for entrepreneurs at 6th and North.

Plats and Parcels: Former Theater Could Become Art Studio
Plats and Parcels

Former Theater Could Become Art Studio

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Harley-Davidson’s New Event Venue
Friday Photos

Harley-Davidson’s New Event Venue

The Garage will offer skyline views, industrial-chic style.

Eyes on Milwaukee: SoftwareONE Moving Office To Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

SoftwareONE Moving Office To Third Ward

Firm moving North American HQ of global cloud solutions provider, and 135 employees, from Waukesha to Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Seeks Extension To Develop City Place Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Seeks Extension To Develop City Place Apartments

New affordable housing development would be just north of Fiserv Forum and proposed museum.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Preparing Menomonee Valley Site For Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Preparing Menomonee Valley Site For Development

Three buildings could be built on Kneeland Properties site.

Cruise Ships Return to Milwaukee

Cruise Ships Return to Milwaukee

For the first time since 2019 cruises return, the city expecting 33 visits in 2022.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Grossman Sells Two East Side Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

Grossman Sells Two East Side Buildings

But investor is expected to grow his holdings in the neighborhood.

City Hall: Federal Grant Could Help Stave Off 1,300 Layoffs
City Hall

Federal Grant Could Help Stave Off 1,300 Layoffs

But only for a couple years. Milwaukee still needs state help.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Third Ward Building Revealed
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Third Ward Building Revealed

Minnesota firm plans a five-story, 260-unit apartment building near Summerfest grounds.

New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address

New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address

A who's who crowd cheers Johnson's vision of improved public safety and family-supporting jobs

Eyes on Milwaukee: Choice School Must Pay Property Taxes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Choice School Must Pay Property Taxes

Deal for Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy to purchase former MPS school will require this.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Tower Planned For East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Tower Planned For East Side

Goll Mansion site could see new high rise.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foreclosed Home Will House Those Displaced By Lead Abatement
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foreclosed Home Will House Those Displaced By Lead Abatement

Community Advocates will buy, rehab city-owned home for temporarily displaced families.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Garden Homes Project May Get Extension
Eyes on Milwaukee

Garden Homes Project May Get Extension

Ald. Hamilton backs redevelopment, once threatened to camp out if neighborhood not cleaned up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Fight Over Columbia Hospital
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Fight Over Columbia Hospital

Council poised to give building historic protection; UWM could sue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Menards Plans Northridge Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Menards Plans Northridge Expansion

Retailer building out self-storage facility on former Pick 'n Save property.

Members Only: Join Us at Amorphic Beer
Members Only

Join Us at Amorphic Beer

Come to Urban Milwaukee's first Beer Bash since 2020 and see the city's newest brewery.

City Hall: DNS Could Drop City Attorney, Hire Its Own
City Hall

DNS Could Drop City Attorney, Hire Its Own

Council debates, then holds off proposal to help Department of Neighborhood Services.

City Hall: Should Milwaukee Add Jackpot Tax?
City Hall

Should Milwaukee Add Jackpot Tax?

Ald. Borkowski pushes 1% tax of all jackpots of at least $1,200 won at Potawatomi casino.

City Hall: New Assessments Hike Residential Values By 17.7%
City Hall

New Assessments Hike Residential Values By 17.7%

Property values surging across the entire city, but won't necessary mean a tax increase.

Transportation: The End of Milwaukee’s Rush Hour?
Transportation

The End of Milwaukee’s Rush Hour?

Weekday traffic volumes are down in state and city since 2019. So is bus ridership.

Plats and Parcels: Madison Company Buys Third Ward Block
Plats and Parcels

Madison Company Buys Third Ward Block

Plus: Recapping a flurry of real estate stories in the past week.

Transportation: City Approves 31 New Speed Humps, More Expected
Transportation

City Approves 31 New Speed Humps, More Expected

But backlog of sidewalk repairs looms

Eyes on Milwaukee: Betty Brinn Pulls Out of New Museum Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Betty Brinn Pulls Out of New Museum Complex

Milwaukee Public Museum still moving forward on new $240 million facility.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Building Women’s Softball Stadium
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Building Women’s Softball Stadium

The university is also adding five new women's sports, and making a push to diversify student body.

Transportation: Should National Avenue Rebuild Include Plans for Streetcar?
Transportation

Should National Avenue Rebuild Include Plans for Streetcar?

Alderman Bauman floats idea as strategy to save money if future extension is built.

Transportation: Wells Street Could Gain Raised Bike Lanes
Transportation

Wells Street Could Gain Raised Bike Lanes

Quarter-mile stretch will be rebuilt through East Town.

Transportation: Traffic Calming Efforts Advancing On Two Downtown Arteries
Transportation

Traffic Calming Efforts Advancing On Two Downtown Arteries

Water and Van Buren streets would be rebuilt with a focus on safety.

Transportation: Scooters Were Popular, But Will They Return?
Transportation

Scooters Were Popular, But Will They Return?

Scooter ridership set records in 2021. Alderman floats pathway to bring them back.

The Bellagio Is Coming To Milwaukee

The Bellagio Is Coming To Milwaukee

Soul food restaurant and event space opening on far Northwest side.

Mr. B’s Specialty Will Be Smoked Turkey Legs

Mr. B’s Specialty Will Be Smoked Turkey Legs

Owner of Kiss Ultra Lounge plans replacement for Buffet City on northwest side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MPS’ Fletcher School Would Be Sold For Choice School
Eyes on Milwaukee

MPS’ Fletcher School Would Be Sold For Choice School

Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy would use vacant school near 91st and Brown Deer.

Hmong Market Planned For Northwest Side

Hmong Market Planned For Northwest Side

Husband-and-wife owners plan store welcoming to all at 76th and Mill Rd.

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.

Honorary Street Name For Lena’s Food Co-Founder

Honorary Street Name For Lena’s Food Co-Founder

City honoring late entrepreneur Bezelee Martin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Hospital Designated Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Hospital Designated Historic

HPC decision made despite UWM's objections. But alderman thinks real fight yet to come.

Two Big Riverwalk Beer Gardens Planned

Two Big Riverwalk Beer Gardens Planned

The Tap Yard finds new home and Lakefront Brewery plans to rebuild its outdoor space.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Four-Story Riverwest Apartments Okayed By Plan Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Four-Story Riverwest Apartments Okayed By Plan Commission

Development team hopes to open 91-unit building, food accelerator in summer 2023.

Transportation: Maintenance Issues Reduce The Hop’s Schedule
Transportation

Maintenance Issues Reduce The Hop’s Schedule

Second time this year the streetcar system will operate with reduced schedule.

City Hall: Bree Spencer Added to Police-Fire Board
City Hall

Bree Spencer Added to Police-Fire Board

East Side resident works for national civil rights group, previously worked at Safe & Sound.

Plats and Parcels: Old National Finds Downtown Home
Plats and Parcels

Old National Finds Downtown Home

Plus: a busy week of downtown leasing news and recapping all the week's real estate stories.

Lucky Clover Irish Pub Planned For Old World Third Bar District

Lucky Clover Irish Pub Planned For Old World Third Bar District

New bar will take over space recently home to Brudd Cafe. Plus: Nicole's Third Ward Social on the move.

State Street Pizza Pub Planned Near Fiserv Forum

State Street Pizza Pub Planned Near Fiserv Forum

Sydra Group will launch new bar in former Point Burger Express/Upper 90 space.

Friday Photos: Inside Milwaukee’s Biggest Construction Project
Friday Photos

Inside Milwaukee’s Biggest Construction Project

Mayor, Wisconsin Center CEO tour convention center expansion. Johnson says Milwaukee will land RNC.

Acting Mayor Johnson’s Brother Arrested On Felony Charges

Acting Mayor Johnson’s Brother Arrested On Felony Charges

Johnson has referenced his family's diverging lives on the campaign trail.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall Raze Order Delayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall Raze Order Delayed

Appeals court sends case back to circuit court for review of city order, new estimate of repair costs.

Pabst Theater Group Adds Fifth Venue

Pabst Theater Group Adds Fifth Venue

PTG becomes exclusive booker and operator of Wisconsin Center's Miller High Life Theatre.

Plats and Parcels: Asian Market Expansion In Jeopardy
Plats and Parcels

Asian Market Expansion In Jeopardy

Facing multiple lawsuits and criminal probe of a VP. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: World’s Tallest Timber Building Nears Completion
Friday Photos

World’s Tallest Timber Building Nears Completion

Ascent is now fully enclosed in glass. Developer raises $5 million on crowdfunding platform after construction starts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Elmer Moore Tapped To Lead WHEDA
Eyes on Milwaukee

Elmer Moore Tapped To Lead WHEDA

GMC's Scale Up Milwaukee director will lead Wisconsin's largest affordable housing provider

Eyes on Milwaukee: HUD Sues East Side Landlord For Discrimination
Eyes on Milwaukee

HUD Sues East Side Landlord For Discrimination

Resident allegedly subjected to harassment based on sexual orientation and disability, much of it captured in text messages.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Closing Three TIF Districts
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Closing Three TIF Districts

But two were busts, yielding no property tax relief.

Dining: Three Milwaukee Chefs Advance To Best Chef Midwest Finals
Dining

Three Milwaukee Chefs Advance To Best Chef Midwest Finals

Driving forces behind The Diplomat, Bavette and Amilinda could be named best in Midwest.

City Hall: Lead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges
City Hall

Lead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges

But investigation confirms program was mismanaged.

City Hall: Former Police Captain Wins $350,000 Settlement
City Hall

Former Police Captain Wins $350,000 Settlement

Andra Williams charges discrimination after being rejected for two manager jobs.

‘Gingerbread Land’ Street To Honor Sister Clara

‘Gingerbread Land’ Street To Honor Sister Clara

2600 block of N. 1st St. will add honorary name for pastor who saved it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Former Villa/Ritz Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Former Villa/Ritz Theater

Villard Avenue theater is landmark on far north side main street.

City Hall: Karen Dettmer Leaving City For Federal Job
City Hall

Karen Dettmer Leaving City For Federal Job

Interim Public Works Commissioner, former Water Works leader will join federal EPA.

Donovan, Johnson Clash On Drop Boxes

Donovan, Johnson Clash On Drop Boxes

Donovan opposes them, Johnson accuses him of amplifying election lies.

Bob Donovan vs The Clown

Bob Donovan vs The Clown

'All Lives Matter' activist and 'good clown' gets pushed away by Donovan after interrupting him at breakfast.

City Hall: City Attorney Halts Plan To Sue Reckless Drivers
City Hall

City Attorney Halts Plan To Sue Reckless Drivers

Spencer submits last minute opinion saying the proposal is too broad.

City Hall: Council Delays Adding Bree Spencer To Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Council Delays Adding Bree Spencer To Fire & Police Commission

Appointed by acting mayor, but some council members want time to meet with her.

City Hall: Spencer Faces Sex Discrimination Claim
City Hall

Spencer Faces Sex Discrimination Claim

The City Attorney also accused of bypassing city ordinance to hire outside counsel.

Donovan Plans Car Theft “Strike Force”

Donovan Plans Car Theft “Strike Force”

Plan relies on private support of as much as $1.5 million to install high-tech solution in vulnerable autos.

Inside Milwaukee’s 911 Center

Inside Milwaukee’s 911 Center

Some two dozen MPD employees handle more than 1 million calls per year. City plans reorganization of system.

Plats and Parcels: Industrial Building Planned For Menomonee Valley
Plats and Parcels

Industrial Building Planned For Menomonee Valley

On little used land at east end of valley. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Apartment Building Relies On Emerging Building Technology
Friday Photos

New Apartment Building Relies On Emerging Building Technology

Taxco Apartments constructed in part with insulated concrete form structure.

Milwaukee Brewing Company Is For Sale

Milwaukee Brewing Company Is For Sale

Board puts ever-evolving company up for sale through acquisition specialist.

New Art Immersive Experience Coming To Milwaukee

New Art Immersive Experience Coming To Milwaukee

Following success of Beyond Van Gogh, Wisconsin Center will offer Beyond Monet.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bronzeville Estates Adds Housing, Commercial Space Near North Ave
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bronzeville Estates Adds Housing, Commercial Space Near North Ave

Proposal includes a mix of new buildings and rehabilitation of dilapidated ones.

City Hall: Workers Seeking Raises Find Open Ears, Empty Pockets
City Hall

Workers Seeking Raises Find Open Ears, Empty Pockets

Pension cliff and stagnant wages are pushing city toward a 'tipping point.'

It’s Milwaukee Vs. Nashville For RNC

It’s Milwaukee Vs. Nashville For RNC

Field narrows to two for 2024 Republican convention - the Music City and the Cream City.

Transportation: Congress Extends Streetcar Grant
Transportation

Congress Extends Streetcar Grant

Extended deadline for spending grant allows city to finish streetcar line through delayed Couture tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Board Approves New Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Board Approves New Tower

Design approval for 31-story, 333-unit building with retail space facing river and outdoor patio.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Starts Massive Concrete Pour
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Starts Massive Concrete Pour

78 truckloads of concrete for building's base. Developer exploring direct link to US Bank complex.

Ballots Mailed, Early Voting Begins March 22

Ballots Mailed, Early Voting Begins March 22

Court ruling blocks use of drop boxes, but city has partial solution.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Black-Owned Bookstore, Wine Bar Project Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Black-Owned Bookstore, Wine Bar Project Advances

Committee approves selling building on King Drive for Niche Book Bar.

County Clerk George Christenson Running For New Job

County Clerk George Christenson Running For New Job

Seeking to become clerk of circuit court, replacing John Barrett.

City Hall: Johnson, Donovan Spar Over City’s Future
City Hall

Johnson, Donovan Spar Over City’s Future

Candidates for mayor differ on streetcar, partisan politics and who favors defunding police.

Philanthropist, Entrepreneur Michael Cudahy Dies At 97

Philanthropist, Entrepreneur Michael Cudahy Dies At 97

He co-founded Marquette Medical Systems, built Pier Wisconsin, was generous donor.

Plats and Parcels: The ‘Red Castle’ Is For Sale
Plats and Parcels

The ‘Red Castle’ Is For Sale

Schuster Mansion at 32nd and Wells listed for $2.2 million. Plus: Recapping the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Food Hall Quietly Taking Shape
Friday Photos

New Food Hall Quietly Taking Shape

But don't expect it to operate like any other in the city.

The Return of the Bronze Fonz

The Return of the Bronze Fonz

Downtown landmark reinstalled on riverwalk, but with a new look.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Willie Hines, Jr. Named Head of Housing Authority
Eyes on Milwaukee

Willie Hines, Jr. Named Head of Housing Authority

Hines is first African American and first former public housing resident to lead the agency.

City Hall: Committee Backs Bree Spencer Joining Police Oversight Board
City Hall

Committee Backs Bree Spencer Joining Police Oversight Board

Spencer would be the seventh member on Fire & Police Commission.

Transportation: TCMC Train Poised for 2024 Start
Transportation

TCMC Train Poised for 2024 Start

Feds give final approval to $32 million grant to fund second daily Chicago, Milwaukee, Twin Cities train.

City Hall: MPD Moving To Seize Vehicles Via Court System
City Hall

MPD Moving To Seize Vehicles Via Court System

Policy would apply to repeat offenders that don't change their driving behavior.

City Hall: More Turnover In City Attorney’s Office
City Hall

More Turnover In City Attorney’s Office

6 attorneys recently resigned or were fired; 24 have left in less than two years. Non-attorneys also quitting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Feedback Sought On Bay View Park’s Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Feedback Sought On Bay View Park’s Design

Plan to overhaul Zillman Park at north end of neighborhood seeks citizen input.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former North Milwaukee H.S. Redevelopment Inches Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former North Milwaukee H.S. Redevelopment Inches Forward

Historic Preservation Commission backs bid for tax credits to create affordable housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Zoning Change On Hold
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Zoning Change On Hold

Change wouldn't stop proposed concert venue, and confuses neighbors.

Court Allows Mr. J’s To Reopen

Court Allows Mr. J’s To Reopen

Council voted to close bar, but court injunction allows it to continue operating for now.

Eyes on Milwaukee: UWM Plan To Raze Columbia Hospital Stalled
Eyes on Milwaukee

UWM Plan To Raze Columbia Hospital Stalled

Historic Preservation Commission grants building temporary historic designation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Help Plan The Century City Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Help Plan The Century City Park

MMSD solicits feedback for new park near 35th and Capitol that could emphasize play, nature or gathering.

JoAnna Bautch Hired to Lead VIA CDC

JoAnna Bautch Hired to Lead VIA CDC

Bautch replaces Brianna Sas-Pérez at helm of near-southside nonprofit.

Plats and Parcels: City Seeking Buyer For Mixed-Use Building
Plats and Parcels

City Seeking Buyer For Mixed-Use Building

Plus: Recapping the week's real estate news, seven stories affecting the city.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Tool Begins Employee Move-In
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Tool Begins Employee Move-In

But construction is still far from complete on new downtown office.

Greater Milwaukee Foundation Unveils $700 Million Philanthropic Campaign

Greater Milwaukee Foundation Unveils $700 Million Philanthropic Campaign

Part of "a Milwaukee for all" vision with an emphasis on racial equity and inclusion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Announces Next Building Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marquette Announces Next Building Project

University pursuing $80 million overhaul of Rec Center.

City Hall: Foreclosure Fiasco Costing Taxpayers Nearly $200,000
City Hall

Foreclosure Fiasco Costing Taxpayers Nearly $200,000

City Wide Investments had $49,000 in unpaid taxes before the city stepped in and a lawsuit started.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Program Aids Homeowners Facing Back Taxes
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Program Aids Homeowners Facing Back Taxes

Legal Aid, ACTS Housing working with DCD to keep people in their homes.

Transportation: Feds Pursuing Complete Streets
Transportation

Feds Pursuing Complete Streets

A goal of safe and accessible roadways for all users isn't just a Milwaukee policy anymore.

City Hall: Fessahaye Leaving For Chief Human Resources Job At UWM
City Hall

Fessahaye Leaving For Chief Human Resources Job At UWM

With the city since Jan. 2021, HR director will become associate vice chancellor at UWM.

City Hall: City Boosts 911 Operator Pay By 26%
City Hall

City Boosts 911 Operator Pay By 26%

Milwaukee dealing with staffing shortage as call volume grows, system overhaul looms.

MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers

MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers

It's not a career, says police chief. "It's a calling,"

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Ends Battle Over Couture, City Attorney
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Ends Battle Over Couture, City Attorney

Acting Mayor reverses position and now supports ending the fight.

City Hall: Council Closes Mr. J’s Lounge
City Hall

Council Closes Mr. J’s Lounge

Two homicides in two years results in license nonrenewal for bar near 46th and Capitol.

City Hall: Milwaukee Mask Mandate Expires
City Hall

Milwaukee Mask Mandate Expires

Lasted less than six weeks. But businesses and organizations can still require masks on their premises.

City Hall: Putin-Backing Assistant City Attorney Fired
City Hall

Putin-Backing Assistant City Attorney Fired

Jennifer DeMaster terminated after pro-Russian remarks on Russia Today. But City Attorney says comments weren't the issue.

Where Do City’s Felled Trees Go?

Where Do City’s Felled Trees Go?

City cuts down and replaces some 3,500 trees per year. What does it do with the wood?

MPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death

MPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death

Multiple outside investigations underway of in-custody death and later police shooting.

Plats and Parcels: Talgo Extending Lease In Century City
Plats and Parcels

Talgo Extending Lease In Century City

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

City Hall: Traffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year
City Hall

Traffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year

Police Chief and Acting Mayor say program is working.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s Green Monster
Friday Photos

Marquette’s Green Monster

Unfinished building adds a lot of color to Wisconsin Avenue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare
Eyes on Milwaukee

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare

Packed event 14 years in the making is just the beginning says CEO.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Conduct Historic Survey Of Modern Churches
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Conduct Historic Survey Of Modern Churches

New study would attempt to correct Eurocentric, Christian focus of prior church study.

Transportation: Van Buren Could Receive Protected Bike Lane
Transportation

Van Buren Could Receive Protected Bike Lane

City of Milwaukee considering three options.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mandel Delaying Portfolio Because of Market Saturation
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mandel Delaying Portfolio Because of Market Saturation

Lakefront tower has been reduced in height since 2016 proposal, but firm still believes too much competition exists.

City Hall: Mayoral Race Includes At Least Seven Joint Appearances, Two Debates
City Hall

Mayoral Race Includes At Least Seven Joint Appearances, Two Debates

Cavalier Johnson and Robert Donovan are pounding the pavement in advance of April 5 election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Many Housing Projects Get Funding Boost
Eyes on Milwaukee

Many Housing Projects Get Funding Boost

Gov. Evers announces $25.5 million in grants for Milwaukee.

Could City Become Magnet For Remote Workers?

Could City Become Magnet For Remote Workers?

Department of City Development studies ways to lure remote workers to live here.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Legislature Approves Selling Key Bronzeville Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

Legislature Approves Selling Key Bronzeville Site

Bronzeville Center for the Arts would be "world-class" showcase for Black artists.

City Hall: Council Could End Fight Over Couture Provision
City Hall

Council Could End Fight Over Couture Provision

But City Attorney and Acting Mayor object. Legality of requiring $100,000 donation at issue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Huge River House Expansion Advancing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Huge River House Expansion Advancing

Council committee supports subsidy to extend riverwalk segment for addition of two-building apartment complex.

City Hall: Tearman Spencer Attacks Robert Bauman
City Hall

Tearman Spencer Attacks Robert Bauman

City Attorney says alderman broke local, state and federal laws and has bullied and exceeded his authority at great cost to taxpayers.

City Hall: Spencer Alleges Multiple City Hall Politicians Face Criminal Probes
City Hall

Spencer Alleges Multiple City Hall Politicians Face Criminal Probes

Which officials? What are the charges? Who is investigating? City Attorney won't say.

City Hall: $1.4 Million Verdict Against Alderman, City
City Hall

$1.4 Million Verdict Against Alderman, City

No immediate payment expected for Bauman's comments in 2007. Case involving controversial housing facility could take several more years to settle.

City Hall: Trial of Ald. Chantia Lewis Inches Forward
City Hall

Trial of Ald. Chantia Lewis Inches Forward

Embezzlement and falsifying campaign finance reports among 4 felony charges. Judge schedules June 3 plea hearing.

Plats and Parcels: The Avenue Lands Another Tenant
Plats and Parcels

The Avenue Lands Another Tenant

Plus: Strauss Brands bails on another city. And a recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Phillis Wheatley Redevelopment Progressing
Friday Photos

Phillis Wheatley Redevelopment Progressing

Development will open this year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Proposed Third Ward Tower Gets Shorter, Wider
Eyes on Milwaukee

Proposed Third Ward Tower Gets Shorter, Wider

Development loses a floor, but plans summer construction start.

Milwaukee Seen As RNC Favorite

Milwaukee Seen As RNC Favorite

Former Governor Scott Walker leading tour of city today. Taxpayers paying for security.

Milwaukee Poised To Tow Unregistered Vehicles Driven Recklessly

Milwaukee Poised To Tow Unregistered Vehicles Driven Recklessly

Policy is envisioned as part of reckless driving crackdown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street

Extension of KK River Trail, traffic calming for Oklahoma Ave and safety improvements for S. 13th Street.

City Hall: Council Closes Southside Massage Parlor
City Hall

Council Closes Southside Massage Parlor

License renewal denied. Business suspected of human trafficking.

RNC 2024 Team Visits Milwaukee

RNC 2024 Team Visits Milwaukee

Milwaukee is now one of three finalists to host Republican convention.

Four Night Markets Scheduled For 2022

Four Night Markets Scheduled For 2022

Popular downtown event returning to full strength this summer.

It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor

It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor

Acting mayor and former alderman pull away from crowded field. Will face off in general election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bronzeville Embracing Artist Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bronzeville Embracing Artist Housing

City properties rehabbed at intersection of Meinecke and Vel R. Phillips avenues.

City Hall: City To Pay $50,000 For Church Crushed By Collapsed Building
City Hall

City To Pay $50,000 For Church Crushed By Collapsed Building

City owned foreclosed building. Near north-side church submitted $1.1 million claim.

Bike Racing Series Returns To Milwaukee

Bike Racing Series Returns To Milwaukee

13th annual Tour of America's Dairyland will roll through town in late June.

City Hall: $650,000 Settlement For Police Shooting Victim
City Hall

$650,000 Settlement For Police Shooting Victim

Jerry Smith, Jr. shot three times in 2017 on rooftop: he called it a case of mistaken identity.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Will Return

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Will Return

Nation's sixth-oldest St. Patrick's Day parade was a downtown staple pre-pandemic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Program Suspended Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Program Suspended Again

But DNS officials hope new coalition of contractors could bid on work.

Housing Authority Leader Tony Pérez Resigns

Housing Authority Leader Tony Pérez Resigns

After serving as director for two decades, Perez has been out on medical leave.

Plats and Parcels: Astronautics Sells Former Headquarters
Plats and Parcels

Astronautics Sells Former Headquarters

One of several properties it is selling. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: The Trade Starts To Climb
Friday Photos

The Trade Starts To Climb

New hotel across the street from Fiserv Forum will ultimately rise nine stories.

Transportation: City Poised To Use $8.5 Million From TIFs to Combat Reckless Driving
Transportation

City Poised To Use $8.5 Million From TIFs to Combat Reckless Driving

Projects located near Midtown Center, Burnham Park and East Town.

Tom Barrett Presents Credentials To Grand Duke, Assumes Ambassadorship

Tom Barrett Presents Credentials To Grand Duke, Assumes Ambassadorship

Former Milwaukee mayor has been in Luxembourg since Jan. 28.

Council Suspends Mangos Cafe For 30 Days

Council Suspends Mangos Cafe For 30 Days

Issues outside of bar draw ire of neighbors

City Hall: Official Milwaukee Christmas Tree Becoming Art, Beer and Mulch
City Hall

Official Milwaukee Christmas Tree Becoming Art, Beer and Mulch

You can own or drink a piece of the city's 108th annual holiday tree.

The Wolf On Broadway Restaurant Will Anchor Kinn Guesthouse

The Wolf On Broadway Restaurant Will Anchor Kinn Guesthouse

Downtown restaurant planned by Uncle Wolfie's owners.

Eyes on Milwaukee: RINKA Expands to Florida
Eyes on Milwaukee

RINKA Expands to Florida

Milwaukee-based architecture firm opens office in Fort Lauderdale.

City Hall: Bree Spencer Named To Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Bree Spencer Named To Fire & Police Commission

Acting Mayor Johnson makes his first appointment to police and fire oversight body.

City Hall: Dimitrijevic’s Parental Leave Policy Passed
City Hall

Dimitrijevic’s Parental Leave Policy Passed

Council votes 10-2 in favor, but measure reduced from 12 to six weeks paid leave.

Optometry Clinic Opening At KinetiK

Optometry Clinic Opening At KinetiK

First commercial tenant in six-story Bay View building. Plus: News on Flour and Feed food hall coming 'soon.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gallery With Artist Housing Proposed For West Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gallery With Artist Housing Proposed For West Side

Neighborhood resident proposes to redevelop fire-damaged building built in 1875.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Taps TIF For Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Taps TIF For Affordable Housing

TIF district for northside factory overperforms expectations, so DCD will use surplus funds for affordable housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: El Rey Plans New Cesar Chavez Dr. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

El Rey Plans New Cesar Chavez Dr. Building

Villareal plans two-story building with commercial space and apartments on vacant lot.

Citiy Hall: Mayoral Poll Shows Strong Donovan Showing
Citiy Hall

Mayoral Poll Shows Strong Donovan Showing

But weighting of poll raises questions about its accuracy.

City Hall: Cavalier Johnson Delivers Public-Safety Focused “State of the City” Speech
City Hall

Cavalier Johnson Delivers Public-Safety Focused “State of the City” Speech

Acting Mayor calls for three approaches to curb surge in violence.

Plats and Parcels: Chicago Firm Plans Downtown Project
Plats and Parcels

Chicago Firm Plans Downtown Project

Plus: Menomonee Valley building sold and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway On $118 Million UW-Milwaukee Building
Friday Photos

Construction Underway On $118 Million UW-Milwaukee Building

University developing new chemistry building, STEM gateway.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Approves $96 Million Harbor Cleanup Facility
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Approves $96 Million Harbor Cleanup Facility

Part of federally-backed effort to remove "area of concern" designation from Milwaukee's waterways.

City Hall: Prediction Market Offered For Mayoral Race
City Hall

Prediction Market Offered For Mayoral Race

You can put money down on who will, or won't, be Milwaukee's next mayor. But watch out for a little-known state statute.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Completion Delayed Until End of 2023
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Completion Delayed Until End of 2023

But tower crane installed and pile driving progressing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.

AN OX Cafe Offers Up Asian Comfort Food

AN OX Cafe Offers Up Asian Comfort Food

New northwest side bar and restaurant offering Lao and Thai cuisine was a long time coming.

Johnson Offers Economic Development Plan

Johnson Offers Economic Development Plan

Acting Mayor's vision for future is "balanced" to support workers, new business.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bronzeville Center for the Arts Proposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bronzeville Center for the Arts Proposed

Former DNR building would become 'world-class' cultural hub at North and MLK.

City Needs Act of Congress Because of Couture-Streetcar Delay

City Needs Act of Congress Because of Couture-Streetcar Delay

City officials admit project is behind schedule.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walker’s Point Buildings Could Become 182 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walker’s Point Buildings Could Become 182 Apartments

Chicago developers plan conversion of large warehouses built in 1890's.

How To Vote Early in Milwaukee

How To Vote Early in Milwaukee

Lots of options to vote early for Feb. 15 spring primary, but the hours are limited.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evolve Church Has Cafe, Bucks Cachet
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evolve Church Has Cafe, Bucks Cachet

Pastor Kenneth Lock II, Bucks' team chaplain, building huge new home for growing church in old shopping center.

Mayoral Race Features Virtual Forums, Keg Tappings

Mayoral Race Features Virtual Forums, Keg Tappings

Pandemic alters traditional campaign trail, but candidates still making their pitch to voters.

Hemp Store Buys Walker’s Point Building

Hemp Store Buys Walker’s Point Building

Canni Hemp Company, Milwaukee's first CBD store, wil add live music and a maker's market.

Plats and Parcels: Good Time To Invest in Milwaukee Apartments Says Report
Plats and Parcels

Good Time To Invest in Milwaukee Apartments Says Report

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Stalled East Side Project To Resume
Friday Photos

Stalled East Side Project To Resume

Six-story Fenwick Building will become assisted living complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Sold 249 Foreclosed Homes in 2021
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Sold 249 Foreclosed Homes in 2021

But hundreds of homes remain in city ownership awaiting your bid.

City Hall: Milwaukee Could Start Towing Reckless Drivers’ Vehicles
City Hall

Milwaukee Could Start Towing Reckless Drivers’ Vehicles

Vehicle would need to be unregistered. But committee can't agree on policy.

Milwaukee Company Launching CBD Seltzer

Milwaukee Company Launching CBD Seltzer

Goodland Extracts targets growing non-alcoholic drink space.

Should City Fund Part of New County Juvenile Justice Facility?

Should City Fund Part of New County Juvenile Justice Facility?

Committee debates options for the complex challenges of juvenile justice in Milwaukee.

New Riverfront Restaurant Planned for Harbor District

New Riverfront Restaurant Planned for Harbor District

Benson's Restaurant Group plans new concept at River One.

New Murals Coming To Skywalk System

New Murals Coming To Skywalk System

Murals will bookend Plankinton Arcade building in heavily-traveled corridor.

City Hall: Federal Funding for Lead Pipe Removal Likely a Year Away
City Hall

Federal Funding for Lead Pipe Removal Likely a Year Away

But Milwaukee Water Works officials were encouraged by show of confidence from VP Harris.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Farewell To The Express Library “Branch”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Farewell To The Express Library “Branch”

Automated machine removed because of low usage, high cost.

Interval Coffee Will Open In Bay View

Interval Coffee Will Open In Bay View

Cafe will replace recently vacated Stone Creek Cafe on southside main street.

Sheriff’s Deputy Shot During Traffic Stop, Early Morning Alert Sent

Sheriff’s Deputy Shot During Traffic Stop, Early Morning Alert Sent

Incident occurred near Interstate 94 and 68th Street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developers Plan 299 Affordable Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developers Plan 299 Affordable Apartments

Smallest pool of Milwaukee applicants and planned units seeking WHEDA funds in years.

City Suspends Southside Bar

City Suspends Southside Bar

Failure to address nuisance designation leads to two-week suspension for La Caleta.

VP Harris Touts Lead Pipe Removal In Milwaukee Visit

VP Harris Touts Lead Pipe Removal In Milwaukee Visit

Wisconsin will receive $48 million in 2022 from federal infrastructure package.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwest Side Planet Fitness Gets Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwest Side Planet Fitness Gets Approved

City Plan Commission okays new gym to be located at 76th and Good Hope.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tia Cannon Will Lead Fond du Lac and North BID
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tia Cannon Will Lead Fond du Lac and North BID

New leader brings real estate experience to business development role

Plats and Parcels: Officials Say Wisconsin Finished Second On $20 Billion Intel Campus
Plats and Parcels

Officials Say Wisconsin Finished Second On $20 Billion Intel Campus

Plus: Comparing the Intel and Foxconn proposals. And a recap of week's real estate news.

New Mayoral Poll Reorders Field

New Mayoral Poll Reorders Field

Independent poll shows different order of candidates in the race for mayor.

City Hall: Anti-Harassment Policy Expanded After City Attorney Case
City Hall

Anti-Harassment Policy Expanded After City Attorney Case

Effort took more than a year, from investigation to enactment.

Friday Photos: The Apartments Built Over a Ship
Friday Photos

The Apartments Built Over a Ship

Once "the largest hardware store in the world," soon to be apartments.

Homeless Outreach Group’s Bus Destroyed In Fire

Homeless Outreach Group’s Bus Destroyed In Fire

Street Angels 'devastated' by likely arson, solicits donations to replace vehicle.

Claim Your Free COVID-19 Tests

Claim Your Free COVID-19 Tests

USPS will distribute four free tests per household.

Experimental Coffee Bar Will Open at Crossroads Collective

Experimental Coffee Bar Will Open at Crossroads Collective

Discourse relocated to Milwaukee from Door County in 2021.

City Hall: Mask Mandate Anticipated To Go Into Effect Saturday
City Hall

Mask Mandate Anticipated To Go Into Effect Saturday

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs measure into law. Lasts until Mar. 1.

Transportation: New ‘Last Mile’ Solution Will Connect Suburban Employers, City Residents
Transportation

New ‘Last Mile’ Solution Will Connect Suburban Employers, City Residents

New service launches in February with $1.50 rides.

Palermo’s Buys Majority Of Funky Fresh Spring Rolls

Palermo’s Buys Majority Of Funky Fresh Spring Rolls

Acquisition part of a strategy to expand sales of frozen spring rolls.

Milwaukee Public Market Adds Ice Skating Rink

Milwaukee Public Market Adds Ice Skating Rink

"The Dinky Rink" is newest Third Ward entertainment offering.

First Milwaukee Mayoral Race Poll Released

First Milwaukee Mayoral Race Poll Released

Poll, released by Johnson campaign, shows acting mayor with narrow lead.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zizzo’s New HQ Has Rooftop Terrace, Cafe
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zizzo’s New HQ Has Rooftop Terrace, Cafe

Firm relocating to 1855 building in Walker's Point, expects retailer on first floor.

City Hall: Council Ends Redistricting With Anger, Tears
City Hall

Council Ends Redistricting With Anger, Tears

Council members call process unfair, unjust and infuriating. How did things go wrong?

City Hall: Milwaukee Enacts (Soft) Mask Mandate
City Hall

Milwaukee Enacts (Soft) Mask Mandate

Largely ceremonial rule applies to publicly-accessible buildings and businesses, ends March 1.

Talgo’s Wisconsin Trains Find Home In… Nigeria

Talgo’s Wisconsin Trains Find Home In… Nigeria

Intended for high-speed Midwest line, they'll be used on metro line in Lagos.

City Hall: Ieshuh Griffin Added To Mayoral Ballot
City Hall

Ieshuh Griffin Added To Mayoral Ballot

But Griffin fails to get Taylor and Johnson thrown off ballot.

City Completes Renaming Old World Third To Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

City Completes Renaming Old World Third To Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

Milwaukee fixes a 1984 "injustice" by extending King Drive through Downtown.

City Hall: New Assessment Commissioner Chosen
City Hall

New Assessment Commissioner Chosen

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson picks Nicole Larsen to first serve as Chief Assessor, then Assessment Commissioner.

Plats and Parcels: Paddy’s Pub Complex Sold, Bar Will Remain For Now
Plats and Parcels

Paddy’s Pub Complex Sold, Bar Will Remain For Now

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Rite-Hite’s New Headquarters
Friday Photos

Rite-Hite’s New Headquarters

Corporate campus filling city's Reed Street Yards as company relocates from suburb of Brown Deer.

City Hall: Latino Leaders Could Sue Over Redistricting
City Hall

Latino Leaders Could Sue Over Redistricting

They demand council hire outside counsel. City Attorney defends his closed-door advice.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv Forum Wins Environmental Award
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv Forum Wins Environmental Award

Milwaukee Bucks arena is now certified LEED Gold.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Homes’ Historic Designation Stuck in Limbo
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Homes’ Historic Designation Stuck in Limbo

Commission defers decision on designation for homes otherwise poised for demolition.

National Guard Deploying to Hospitals, Nursing Homes

National Guard Deploying to Hospitals, Nursing Homes

Gov. Evers deploying 210 members in wake of COVID-19 surge.

City Moving Toward Cash Vaccination Incentives, Free Rapid Tests

City Moving Toward Cash Vaccination Incentives, Free Rapid Tests

But first the city must figure out how it can purchase the tests.

3rd Street Market Hall Opening Friday

3rd Street Market Hall Opening Friday

Long-awaited opening will take place Jan. 14.

City Hall: A New Public Safety Plan for Milwaukee
City Hall

A New Public Safety Plan for Milwaukee

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson releases a strategy focused on law enforcement, community healing and neighborhood-level investments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Lands $61 Million For Rental Assistance
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Lands $61 Million For Rental Assistance

Emergency assistance funds will be distributed by SDC and Legal Aid Society.

City Hall: Half of Mayoral Candidates Bounced From Ballot
City Hall

Half of Mayoral Candidates Bounced From Ballot

City Attorney Tearman Spencer leads list of those that failed to submit signatures.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Won’t Review New Concert Venues
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Won’t Review New Concert Venues

Proposed Third Ward venues face no roadblocks, unless legal challenge emerges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deal Would Fix Leaning Stone Creek Wall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deal Would Fix Leaning Stone Creek Wall

New tenant could replace Stone Creek Coffee at busy Bay View intersection.

City Hall: Milwaukee Starts Over On Redistricting, Only To Adopt Same Map Again
City Hall

Milwaukee Starts Over On Redistricting, Only To Adopt Same Map Again

Effort to expand Latino influence won't stand up to legal challenges says City Attorney. Alderwoman says council "hoodwinked" and "railroaded."

City Could Sue Reckless Drivers in Civil Court

City Could Sue Reckless Drivers in Civil Court

Could allow seizure of repeat offenders' cars. But is City Attorney trying to delay civil suits?

Oil Spill’s Spread Could Have Been Halted?

Oil Spill’s Spread Could Have Been Halted?

Komatsu criticized for not calling local officials to prevent spread of 400 gallons of oil.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling 1880s King Drive Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling 1880s King Drive Building

Classic Cream City brick building designed by prominent Milwaukee architect in very rough shape.

Plats and Parcels: Johnson Controls’ Departure Impacts Third Ward
Plats and Parcels

Johnson Controls’ Departure Impacts Third Ward

The story goes all the way back to 1993. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Milwaukee Giving Away Free N95/KN95 Masks

Milwaukee Giving Away Free N95/KN95 Masks

More than 1% of all Milwaukee residents tested positive for COVID-19 this week.

Friday Photos: The Curly Fry Credit Union
Friday Photos

The Curly Fry Credit Union

UW Credit Union replacing fast-food restaurant.

Milwaukee Public Schools Extends Virtual Instruction

Milwaukee Public Schools Extends Virtual Instruction

But Health Commissioner says health department had no role in decision, expresses concern about impact.

City Hall: Council Moving To Institute Mask Mandate With No Enforcement
City Hall

Council Moving To Institute Mask Mandate With No Enforcement

Would apply to all publicly-accessible, indoor businesses and organizations in the City of Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: St. Francis Vet Moving to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

St. Francis Vet Moving to Milwaukee

Animal hospital will replace Lark Uniform at Howell and Howard.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Layton Lofts Under Construction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Layton Lofts Under Construction

New apartment building joins busy commercial corridor, but contractor fighting city on utility use.

Milwaukee Reportedly One of Four RNC Finalists

Milwaukee Reportedly One of Four RNC Finalists

After DNC was largely canceled, Republicans seriously considering Milwaukee.

Chris Larson Drops Out of Mayoral Race

Chris Larson Drops Out of Mayoral Race

But the field is still growing, with 12 candidates now in the race.

City Hall: New Election Commission Appointed
City Hall

New Election Commission Appointed

Three new commissioners likely first task: ruling on challenges to mayoral signatures.

Eyes on Milwaukee: House Saved, Moved Nearly 2 Miles
Eyes on Milwaukee

House Saved, Moved Nearly 2 Miles

Once an apartment above a steakhouse, it's now a single-family home on Howell Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Homes Lose Historic Protection
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Homes Lose Historic Protection

Temporary designation has expired for seven puddlers' cottages. No plans to raze any of them.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second Mass Timber Tower Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second Mass Timber Tower Advances

Developer buys site for 15-floor apartment building, would replace warehouse along Milwaukee River.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walker’s Point Garage Could Be Transformed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walker’s Point Garage Could Be Transformed

Now for sale, with plans to expand it to glassy two-story structure.

Milwaukee Sets Homicide Record In 2021

Milwaukee Sets Homicide Record In 2021

Number hits 194, up from 97 in 2019. Non-fatal shootings also at record levels

Milwaukee Public Schools Will Be Virtual This Week

Milwaukee Public Schools Will Be Virtual This Week

"Emergency safety measure" has students virtual and staff in-person through Jan. 10.

City Hall: Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Contracts COVID-19
City Hall

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Contracts COVID-19

Johnson is fully vaccinated and boosted.

Plats and Parcels: Douglas Dynamics Expands at Park Place
Plats and Parcels

Douglas Dynamics Expands at Park Place

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Children’s Hospital’s New Southside Clinic
Friday Photos

Children’s Hospital’s New Southside Clinic

Facility replaces former Forest Home Library.

City Attorney Tearman Spencer Is Running For Mayor

City Attorney Tearman Spencer Is Running For Mayor

10th candidate in the race is a polarizing one.

George Vomberg of George’s Pub Passes Away

George Vomberg of George’s Pub Passes Away

Walker's Point bar owner entertained all who came through his door.

Transportation: Three Projects Test Traffic Calming
Transportation

Three Projects Test Traffic Calming

And 16 more projects coming next year, in city effort to combat reckless driving.

City Hall: Does City Need Third Drop-Off Center for Waste?
City Hall

Does City Need Third Drop-Off Center for Waste?

DPW says it would provide efficiencies, but one alderman balks at the cost.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Micro-Hospital Planned Near Airport
Eyes on Milwaukee

Micro-Hospital Planned Near Airport

Development reflects national trend to build smaller emergency healthcare facilities.

City Hall: COVID Testing Surges, While Mayor Pleads For More Vaccinations
City Hall

COVID Testing Surges, While Mayor Pleads For More Vaccinations

City testing sites operating at near max capacity while there is no wait for vaccinations.

Chris Larson May Run For Mayor

Chris Larson May Run For Mayor

Senator 'strongly considering' entering crowded race, adding 9th candidate.

Dining: The Laughing Taco Is Closing
Dining

The Laughing Taco Is Closing

Walker's Point restaurant, opened in 2017, will close at end of 2021.

Transportation: Track Ships Coming Into The Port
Transportation

Track Ships Coming Into The Port

New feature on Port Milwaukee's website allows you to track all ships entering and leaving the port.

City Hall: City Will Issue Parking Tickets By Mail
City Hall

City Will Issue Parking Tickets By Mail

Change comes as a result of threats, attacks on parking checkers.

Lena Taylor Will Run For Mayor, Again

Lena Taylor Will Run For Mayor, Again

Taylor lost to Barrett in 2020, but now she's in an open, eight-way race.

Plats and Parcels: Fairchild Buys Historic East Side Building
Plats and Parcels

Fairchild Buys Historic East Side Building

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Black Panthers, Brown Berets Leaders Sue Cavalier Johnson

Black Panthers, Brown Berets Leaders Sue Cavalier Johnson

But asking to pause the case until April because their lawyer is being suspended.

Friday Photos: A Harbor District Revival
Friday Photos

A Harbor District Revival

1915 building at 2nd and Mineral racked up lawsuits, code violations. New owner going back to basics.

Judge Blomme Gets 9-Year Sentence For Child Pornography

Judge Blomme Gets 9-Year Sentence For Child Pornography

Elected in 2020, arrested in March. Actions called 'the worst of the worst' at sentencing.

Lena Taylor Ends Lt. Governor Campaign

Lena Taylor Ends Lt. Governor Campaign

State senator ran for mayor in 2020. Will she run in upcoming special election?

City Hall: Daniel Riemer Drops Out of Mayoral Race
City Hall

Daniel Riemer Drops Out of Mayoral Race

Field narrows back to seven in race to replace Mayor Tom Barrett.

City Hall: Firefighters Union Approves Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement
City Hall

Firefighters Union Approves Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement

Voluntary agreement similar to ones adopted by city's police unions.

Johnson Ceremonially Sworn In As Mayor

Johnson Ceremonially Sworn In As Mayor

Milwaukee's acting mayor hosts a ceremony of pomp and circumstance to tell his story.

Tom Barrett Takes Oath To Serve As Ambassador

Tom Barrett Takes Oath To Serve As Ambassador

No longer mayor, Barrett is preparing to head to Luxembourg.

City Hall: Council Calls April 5 Special Election For Mayor
City Hall

Council Calls April 5 Special Election For Mayor

Primary will be Feb. 15, at least an eight-way race is expected.

The Incredible Rise of Cavalier Johnson

The Incredible Rise of Cavalier Johnson

Up from poverty and getting crushed in his first two runs for office, Milwaukee's new mayor has a story to tell.

ELMNT Bar Wins Injunction, Can Reopen

ELMNT Bar Wins Injunction, Can Reopen

60-day suspension for downtown nightclub delayed until at least March.

City Hall: Police Union Adopts Vaccine-or-Mask Rule
City Hall

Police Union Adopts Vaccine-or-Mask Rule

Unvaccinated officers face termination for failure to comply with mask requirement. Union not happy.

City Hall: Mayor Tom Barrett Resigns
City Hall

Mayor Tom Barrett Resigns

Cavalier Johnson will become acting mayor. Special election planned for April.

Dimitrijevic Offers Plan to Fight COVID-19

Dimitrijevic Offers Plan to Fight COVID-19

Mayoral candidate wants free at-home tests and $100 incentive to get vaccine and booster.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Will Transform Paul Weise Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Will Transform Paul Weise Building

Fairchild Acquisition submits plans to redevelop Farwell Ave. furniture store.

Silicon Valley Company Expanding In Milwaukee

Silicon Valley Company Expanding In Milwaukee

OpenGov plans to grow office in Walker's Point to 100 employees.

Johnson Plan Targets Reckless Driving

Johnson Plan Targets Reckless Driving

Acting-mayor-to-be and mayoral candidate Cavalier Johnson releases detailed plan of action.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Alderman Wants Debate On Proposed Third Ward Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Alderman Wants Debate On Proposed Third Ward Theater

But has Ald. Robert Bauman already lost the chance to create such a forum?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wisconsin Center Skywalk Design Okayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Skywalk Design Okayed

New skywalk would accommodate expanded convention center. And future streetcar line.

City Hall: Dettmer’s Appointment As Public Works Head Is Historic
City Hall

Dettmer’s Appointment As Public Works Head Is Historic

First female to lead DPW, first time that no major mayor-appointed leaders are white males.

Plats and Parcels: Black Holocaust Museum Buys Building, Receives $10 Million Donation
Plats and Parcels

Black Holocaust Museum Buys Building, Receives $10 Million Donation

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Komatsu Mining Opens Office Building
Friday Photos

Komatsu Mining Opens Office Building

Factory planned for early 2022 completion.

Cavalier Johnson Says He’s Ready To Be Mayor

Cavalier Johnson Says He’s Ready To Be Mayor

He'll become acting mayor immediately upon Tom Barrett's resignation. Expected by Dec. 28.

It Could Be Many Weeks Before Barrett Goes to Luxembourg

It Could Be Many Weeks Before Barrett Goes to Luxembourg

Barrett resignation expected by Dec. 28. Mayor has never been to Luxembourg.

Biden Appoints Milwaukee Judge William Pocan to Federal Bench

Biden Appoints Milwaukee Judge William Pocan to Federal Bench

Pocan would be first openly gay judge in 7th Circuit.

Tom Barrett Confirmed as Ambassador to Luxembourg, Resignation Expected

Tom Barrett Confirmed as Ambassador to Luxembourg, Resignation Expected

Special election for mayor will occur April 5.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Arts and Culture Hub Planned For W. North Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

Arts and Culture Hub Planned For W. North Ave.

Melissa Allen will develop home for Bronzeville Center for the Arts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Logistics Company Moves To Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Logistics Company Moves To Milwaukee

Atomix relocates from West Allis to Milwaukee's Near West Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Plays Key Role In Construction of World’s Tallest Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Plays Key Role In Construction of World’s Tallest Timber Tower

But not a single piece arrived in Milwaukee by ship.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Entertainment Proposal Raises Questions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Entertainment Proposal Raises Questions

But the two-theater music complex may ultimately be subject to little public review.

Will City Have New Mayor By End of Year?

Will City Have New Mayor By End of Year?

Committee advances Tom Barrett's ambassadorship nomination to full Senate.

Council Suspends Downtown’s ELMNT Lounge For 60 Days

Council Suspends Downtown’s ELMNT Lounge For 60 Days

Action taken after police and others argue over how a homicide near bar was handled.

Joel Brennan Leaving Evers’ Administration To Head GMC

Joel Brennan Leaving Evers’ Administration To Head GMC

Top-ranking state official will lead Greater Milwaukee Committee.

City Hall: Council Split On Hiring Its Own Attorney
City Hall

Council Split On Hiring Its Own Attorney

Just the latest twist in the council's ongoing conflict with City Attorney Tearman Spencer.

City Hall: ‘Tax & Take’ Pastors Disrupt Council Meeting
City Hall

‘Tax & Take’ Pastors Disrupt Council Meeting

Protest action elevates concerns with supposed taxing of churches.

City Hall: Predator Cop Costs Milwaukee $400,000
City Hall

Predator Cop Costs Milwaukee $400,000

Officer ultimately spent four years in jail after using his job to prey on teenage girls.

City Hall: Council Halts Redistricting After Latino Pushback
City Hall

Council Halts Redistricting After Latino Pushback

After approving a map in November, council rejects it, to allow more community feedback.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Church Buys Haymarket Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Church Buys Haymarket Building

Christ Church Milwaukee will occupy former industrial building just north of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Policy Remains, Well… Deconstructed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Policy Remains, Well… Deconstructed

City of Milwaukee can't make the vision for program work. Who's to blame?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Historic Preservation Commission Member Nominated
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Historic Preservation Commission Member Nominated

Nicholas Hans Robinson is the youngest Black architect in Wisconsin.

Plats and Parcels: Third Ward Apartment Building Planned
Plats and Parcels

Third Ward Apartment Building Planned

Plus: A roundup of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Van Buren’s Supernova Ascent
Friday Photos

Van Buren’s Supernova Ascent

Two projects will reshape the newly two-lane street.

Transportation: Interstate 94 Project Cost Much Higher Than Original Estimate
Transportation

Interstate 94 Project Cost Much Higher Than Original Estimate

Both six and eight lane options cost more than $1.2 billion and include similar dramatic overhaul of Stadium Interchange.

Milwaukee’s Extended Indoor Dining Closure Reduced COVID-19 Spread

Milwaukee’s Extended Indoor Dining Closure Reduced COVID-19 Spread

Study finds cities with extended closures saw 61% fewer COVID-19 cases.

Spill Sends 400 Gallons of Oil Into Milwaukee Waterways

Spill Sends 400 Gallons of Oil Into Milwaukee Waterways

"Oil transfer error" at Komatsu Mining campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How To Save The City, One Block At a Time
Eyes on Milwaukee

How To Save The City, One Block At a Time

Study evaluates challenges, successes with Northwestern Mutual's Amani project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Housing Authority Opening Low-Cost Housing Waiting Lists
Eyes on Milwaukee

Housing Authority Opening Low-Cost Housing Waiting Lists

Want housing assistance? Get in line ASAP starting Dec. 15.

Summerfest Lands One of the City of Milwaukee’s Top Attorneys

Summerfest Lands One of the City of Milwaukee’s Top Attorneys

Mary Schanning will become general counsel, chief administrative officer at Milwaukee World Festival.

Senate Committee Schedules Vote On Barrett’s Ambassadorship

Senate Committee Schedules Vote On Barrett’s Ambassadorship

Senate Committee on Foreign Relations poised to advance nomination to full Senate.

City Hall: Pastors Demand “Tax and Take” Moratorium
City Hall

Pastors Demand “Tax and Take” Moratorium

City officials say it's not possible, as discussion of how to handle churches gets confusing.

City Hall: General City Workers Will Get 2% Raise
City Hall

General City Workers Will Get 2% Raise

First raise for non-resident workers since 2008.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Catholic Financial Life Building For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Catholic Financial Life Building For Sale

Organization could move. Former "Knights" tower has 19 floors, offices and apartments.

FPC Suspends Residency Preference For Police, Fire Promotions

FPC Suspends Residency Preference For Police, Fire Promotions

Move comes after public safety unions filed lawsuit challenging this.

Gene’s Supper Club Still Open Despite Shootings

Gene’s Supper Club Still Open Despite Shootings

Police oppose its operation, council voted to close it, but owner fighting this in courts.

New Event Venue Would Overlook Rivers

New Event Venue Would Overlook Rivers

Former Love Shack space would offer views of Downtown and Milwaukee and Menomonee rivers.

Transportation: City Could Make Speed Humps Cheaper
Transportation

City Could Make Speed Humps Cheaper

Committee approves slashing cost for property owners by 69% to combat reckless driving.

City Hall: Half of Milwaukee’s Car Thefts By Children
City Hall

Half of Milwaukee’s Car Thefts By Children

The 'Kia Boyz' have helped drive 'astronomical' 58% increase in city's car thefts, nearly half by kids 16 and under.

City Hall: Barrett Vetoes Redistricting Map
City Hall

Barrett Vetoes Redistricting Map

Voces de la Frontera lobbied for a veto to push council to create third Hispanic district.

Plats and Parcels: Good City Brewing Gives Housing Grants
Plats and Parcels

Good City Brewing Gives Housing Grants

Grants to four nonprofits. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: The New Hue
Friday Photos

The New Hue

Restaurant transforming former Sven's Cafe building.

Transportation: Public Input Sought on Controversial Interstate 94 Expansion
Transportation

Public Input Sought on Controversial Interstate 94 Expansion

State studying options to rebuild at six and eight lane configurations.

City Hall: Group Introduces Nine Options To Create Three Latino-Majority Council Districts
City Hall

Group Introduces Nine Options To Create Three Latino-Majority Council Districts

But none have majority Latino voting age populations today. Will Barrett veto?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Make Your Voice Heard on The Future of Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Make Your Voice Heard on The Future of Downtown

City soliciting input via community meeting, interactive maps and idea wall.

City Closes T Jay’s Lounge

City Closes T Jay’s Lounge

36 shootings near bar in 2021, including a triple shooting inside tavern and bar staff involved in cleanup.

Sas-Pérez Stepping Down, VIA CDC Hiring New Executive Director

Sas-Pérez Stepping Down, VIA CDC Hiring New Executive Director

New leader sought for one of Milwaukee's leading community development corporations.

City Hall: Milwaukee Poised To Pay Additional $150,000 For Predator Police Officer
City Hall

Milwaukee Poised To Pay Additional $150,000 For Predator Police Officer

Officer Sonthana Rajaphoumi finished four-year prison sentence earlier this year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Eppstein Uhen Merging With Green Bay Area Firm
Eyes on Milwaukee

Eppstein Uhen Merging With Green Bay Area Firm

Combined firm will have offices in three states, 250 employees.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Indoor Concert Complex Planned Next To Summerfest
Eyes on Milwaukee

Indoor Concert Complex Planned Next To Summerfest

800 and 4,000 seat theaters would offer year-round entertainment.

City Hall: Committee Endorses Dana World-Patterson’s Appointment To FPC
City Hall

Committee Endorses Dana World-Patterson’s Appointment To FPC

Human trafficking victims' advocate draws high praise from council members.

Transportation: Should 20 MPH Be Milwaukee’s Default Speed Limit?
Transportation

Should 20 MPH Be Milwaukee’s Default Speed Limit?

City has money set aside to lower speed limits, particularly on side streets.

Transportation: DPW Unveils 16 Traffic Calming Projects
Transportation

DPW Unveils 16 Traffic Calming Projects

Effort being funded with American Rescue Plan Act funds. Construction to start in spring.

City Hall: Milwaukee Water Works Wants Rate Hike
City Hall

Milwaukee Water Works Wants Rate Hike

But below what state PSC allows. Bauman demands to know why.

City Hall: City Will Begin Mailing Parking Tickets
City Hall

City Will Begin Mailing Parking Tickets

Starting with tickets given at night, to protect parking checkers from verbal threats and physical assaults.

City Hall: Poorer Residents To Get Help With Water Bills
City Hall

Poorer Residents To Get Help With Water Bills

Up to $5,000 per household from federal funding. But distribution could be tricky.

City Hall: Barrett Pushed To Veto New Council Map
City Hall

Barrett Pushed To Veto New Council Map

Voces de la Frontera calls for creation of third majority-Hispanic district.

Jesse Jackson Blasts City’s “Taxing and Taking”

Jesse Jackson Blasts City’s “Taxing and Taking”

Longtime activist and reverend joins local pastors to insist churches must stay tax exempt.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Anti-Displacement Policy Sees Slow Start
Eyes on Milwaukee

Anti-Displacement Policy Sees Slow Start

But city program to keep renters in their neighborhoods by setting aside new apartments is growing.

Plats and Parcels: Bay View Apartment Project Advances
Plats and Parcels

Bay View Apartment Project Advances

Plus: Recapping a big week of real estate news.

Friday Photos: Bucks Player’s Brady St. Building A Neat Fit
Friday Photos

Bucks Player’s Brady St. Building A Neat Fit

Second Milwaukee project by Pat Connaughton's company blends into historic street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers Sells Water Street Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers Sells Water Street Building

Soon to be home to Tropic bar and restaurant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chavez Dr. Apartment Complex Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chavez Dr. Apartment Complex Moves Forward

Cardinal Capital seeks construction permit for four-story, 67-unit building on South Side.

Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For in 2021

Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For in 2021

A special challenge for your Thanksgiving weekend.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Growing ThriveOn King Gets Extension
Eyes on Milwaukee

Growing ThriveOn King Gets Extension

And adds food hall, child care center. First floor designed to accommodate neighbors' desires.

City Hall: Council Okays ‘Warp Speed’ Redistricting
City Hall

Council Okays ‘Warp Speed’ Redistricting

City officials forced to work quickly, with one council member objecting to new plan.

City Hall: Entrepreneur Announces Run for Mayor
City Hall

Entrepreneur Announces Run for Mayor

Michael Sampson, 38 founder of SWARMM Events, vying to replace Tom Barrett.

Water Main Break Sends Steam Soaring, Chills Downtown

Water Main Break Sends Steam Soaring, Chills Downtown

Steam tunnel system flooded by millions of gallons of water from broken 1884 water main.

City Hall: The Council’s War With Tearman Spencer
City Hall

The Council’s War With Tearman Spencer

Lots of grumbling, but City Attorney scores wins in two of three battles Tuesday.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Green Infrastructure Plan For Lynden Hill
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Green Infrastructure Plan For Lynden Hill

Upgrade of area near 23rd and McKinley part of bigger plan to capture 8.5 million gallons of stormwater.

City Hall: Committee Backs City Redistricting Plan
City Hall

Committee Backs City Redistricting Plan

But what about a third Latino majority district?

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Is Making Noise Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Is Making Noise Downtown

Construction of 44-story apartment tower involves driving 192 large piles.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Planned Riverwalk Lets You Touch the Water
Eyes on Milwaukee

Planned Riverwalk Lets You Touch the Water

City seeking grant to pay for "The Node" riverwalk in the Harbor District

Plats and Parcels: Chase Tower Being Sold
Plats and Parcels

Chase Tower Being Sold

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Home Found for Masonic Center Windows
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Home Found for Masonic Center Windows

George Washington won't be watching over anyone's bedroom, at least not in downtown Milwaukee.

Friday Photos: Cathedral Square’s New Frame
Friday Photos

Cathedral Square’s New Frame

Streetscaping project aims to beautify park, support community events.

City Hall: Public Works Commissioner Jeff Polenske Leaving For Private Sector
City Hall

Public Works Commissioner Jeff Polenske Leaving For Private Sector

Three-decade government veteran "retiring" for private-sector employment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Building Would Include Restaurant, Rooftop Event Space, Recording Studio
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Building Would Include Restaurant, Rooftop Event Space, Recording Studio

Fatima Laster is uplifting the Five Points neighborhood.

City Hall: Milwaukee Releases Draft Plan For New Council Districts
City Hall

Milwaukee Releases Draft Plan For New Council Districts

Every aldermanic district would change under proposed plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Youth Arts Center Celebrates Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Youth Arts Center Celebrates Expansion

Milwaukee's "biggest kept secret" is now even bigger. The word might get out.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zoning Committee Okays Factory-to-Housing Conversions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zoning Committee Okays Factory-to-Housing Conversions

Former dairy plant and one-time Perlick factory could both become housing.

City Hall: Milwaukee Adopts New Ward Map For City
City Hall

Milwaukee Adopts New Ward Map For City

New districts coming next week. Riverwest further split between two council districts.

Nov. 21 Is Deadline For Raking Your Leaves

Nov. 21 Is Deadline For Raking Your Leaves

City extends annual leaf pickup by one week. Plus: more snowplow operators hired.

City Hall: Dimitrijevic Wants Paid Parental Leave For City Employees
City Hall

Dimitrijevic Wants Paid Parental Leave For City Employees

"If Washington won’t act we will," says alderwoman of her proposal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three Duplexes Planned Near Marquette University
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three Duplexes Planned Near Marquette University

Student housing investment group would purchase, develop city-owned lot.

City Hall: Council Blasts Extra Cost For Morales’ Lawsuit
City Hall

Council Blasts Extra Cost For Morales’ Lawsuit

City Attorney Spencer knew outside counsel handling case exceeded authorized cost.

City Hall: Council, Mayor At Odds Over City Attorney
City Hall

Council, Mayor At Odds Over City Attorney

Council wants to hire its own attorney. City Attorney oppose this and Barrett vetoes proposal.

Duke’s on Water, Scooter’s Pub Suspended

Duke’s on Water, Scooter’s Pub Suspended

Two bars will be closed Nov. 26 through Dec. 15 due to issues in police report.

Plats and Parcels: ThriveOn King Project Grows By $20 Million
Plats and Parcels

ThriveOn King Project Grows By $20 Million

Cost of ambitious project now $105 million. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: 321 Jefferson Fills Up
Friday Photos

321 Jefferson Fills Up

New Third Ward apartment building appears to be drawing tenants.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Bindery Glues Together Milwaukee Creatives
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Bindery Glues Together Milwaukee Creatives

Business and co-working hub located in redeveloped factory.

Transportation: Bay View Trades One Road Closure For Another
Transportation

Bay View Trades One Road Closure For Another

Kinnickinnic Avenue will be closed for bridge repair. KK Can Opener has damaged at least 10 trucks since August 1.

City Hall: Morales Demotion Debacle Will Cost City Additional $19,000
City Hall

Morales Demotion Debacle Will Cost City Additional $19,000

City's outside counsel exceeded its budget.

Milwaukee Solar Program Has Record-Setting Year

Milwaukee Solar Program Has Record-Setting Year

Solar power in Milwaukee has doubled in less than two years.

How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?

How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?

Black sprinter was once "fastest man in the world," and later a political trailblazer.

Dining: Stone Creek Closing Bay View Cafe
Dining

Stone Creek Closing Bay View Cafe

UPDATE: DNS confirms wall is not at "imminent risk" of collapse, is rescinding order.

Dining: Bavette Moving to Former Swig Space
Dining

Bavette Moving to Former Swig Space

Third Ward restaurant and butcher shop will move around corner to bigger space on Broadway.

Transportation: Should City Buy 30th Street Railroad Line?
Transportation

Should City Buy 30th Street Railroad Line?

Bauman pushes idea. Move would clear way for bike trail and commuter rail line.

City Hall: Dana World-Patterson Nominated to FPC
City Hall

Dana World-Patterson Nominated to FPC

Human trafficking victims advocate would replace longtime Fire & Police commissioner Ann Wilson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Furniture Store To Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Furniture Store To Become Apartments

118-year old Paul Weise store on Farwell will become 11 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Affordable Senior Apartments Get Plan Commission Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Affordable Senior Apartments Get Plan Commission Approval

Plan calls for redeveloping former Perlick plant, with connection to planned bike trail.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Altoro Leaves WHEDA for Federal Position
Eyes on Milwaukee

Altoro Leaves WHEDA for Federal Position

Joaquín Altoro joining Biden administration for position with U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Seeks To Develop Cruise Ship Dock
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Seeks To Develop Cruise Ship Dock

Seeks partner to develop rare bare-ground lakefront site, perhaps for recreational or entertainment uses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Urban Spaceship Will Land In Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Urban Spaceship Will Land In Milwaukee

National urbanism conference on November 9 on the future of cities. Urban Milwaukee members can get free tickets, while supplies last.

Plats and Parcels: The Downtown Musical Chairs Game
Plats and Parcels

The Downtown Musical Chairs Game

More moves from one building to another. Plus: the week's nine real estate stories.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Soldiers Home Redevelopment Wins National Preservation Award
Eyes on Milwaukee

Soldiers Home Redevelopment Wins National Preservation Award

Project targeted at housing for homeless veterans wins award in advance of Veterans Day.

Friday Photos: The Walker’s Point Swimming Hole
Friday Photos

The Walker’s Point Swimming Hole

Mandel's new apartment building will soon start to rise from large, pool-like hole.

City Hall: Milwaukee Adopts ‘Calm Before The Storm’ 2022 Budget
City Hall

Milwaukee Adopts ‘Calm Before The Storm’ 2022 Budget

No fee increases and small tax increase as city bolsters pension reserve fund in anticipation of fiscal cliff.

City Hall: Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police
City Hall

Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police

Norman has served as acting chief since Dec. 2020 while city sorted out botched Morales demotion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 Milwaukee Affordable Housing Projects Win Funding
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 Milwaukee Affordable Housing Projects Win Funding

Federal Home Loan Bank grants will close financing gaps.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Funeral Home Sold As Development Opportunity
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Funeral Home Sold As Development Opportunity

Niemann/Suminski funeral home now owned by investment group led by Tim Olson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan For Masonic Apartments Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan For Masonic Apartments Advances

22-unit complex with rooftop apartments gets historic commission approval.

Brew City Match Offers More Grants

Brew City Match Offers More Grants

Fourth round of grants for small business development and commercial property revitalization.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sas-Pérez Appointed to WHEDA Board
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sas-Pérez Appointed to WHEDA Board

VIA CDC director Brianna Sas-Pérez joins powerful affordable housing board.

City Hall: City Poised To Split Redistricting Process
City Hall

City Poised To Split Redistricting Process

Drawing wards first and aldermanic districts second to meet short deadline.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Stamper Wants Rat Inspections Of Excavations
Eyes on Milwaukee

Stamper Wants Rat Inspections Of Excavations

Could the city possibly check every construction project for rat infestations?

Barrett Appears Before U.S. Senate

Barrett Appears Before U.S. Senate

Mayor's nomination as Ambassador to Luxembourg reviewed by Senate committee.

Transportation: FlixBus Buys Greyhound
Transportation

FlixBus Buys Greyhound

German startup now among the biggest bus companies in US, with trips from Milwaukee.

City Hall: 116 Non-Vaccinated Workers Face Suspension
City Hall

116 Non-Vaccinated Workers Face Suspension

And possible termination. 95.3% of general city employees complied with vaccine mandate.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Planet Fitness Planned For 76th and Good Hope
Eyes on Milwaukee

Planet Fitness Planned For 76th and Good Hope

Would be number nine in the county and among 2,000 of its gyms in the Americas.

Transportation: Van Buren Will Become Two Lane Street
Transportation

Van Buren Will Become Two Lane Street

New bike lanes and parallel parking added, as four lanes for cars reduced to two.

Plats and Parcels: Farewell Downtown Silversmith
Plats and Parcels

Farewell Downtown Silversmith

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: A Deer District Foundation
Friday Photos

A Deer District Foundation

The Trade hotel will rise nine stories, including 205 rooms.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Momentum Builds at Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Momentum Builds at Century City

New industrial building would bring more jobs to area while city works on public improvements.

City Hall: Barrett Confirmation Hearing Set for Tuesday
City Hall

Barrett Confirmation Hearing Set for Tuesday

If Mayor Tom Barrett is quickly confirmed, mayoral election would occur alongside Spring elections.

City Hall: Tearman Spencer Adds Media To List Of Those Inhibiting Him
City Hall

Tearman Spencer Adds Media To List Of Those Inhibiting Him

Conditions at City Attorney's office would improve if media quit "erroneously" reporting on them says City Attorney.

City Hall: Committee Recommends Few Budget Amendments
City Hall

Committee Recommends Few Budget Amendments

No fee increases and few changes as council braces for next year's fiscal cliff.

Eyes on Milwaukee: WCD Celebrates Start of Convention Center Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

WCD Celebrates Start of Convention Center Expansion

$420 million project is intended to boost business, fully realize Wisconin Center's potential.

City Hall: City Faces Shortage of Garbage Truck, Snowplow Drivers
City Hall

City Faces Shortage of Garbage Truck, Snowplow Drivers

Milwaukee raising starting pay by $5,400.

City Hall: Police Department Tweets Lied To Public
City Hall

Police Department Tweets Lied To Public

Comptroller audit finds 2020 tweets misled public. Acting Chief Norman calls them "unacceptable."

Eyes on Milwaukee: THIRTEEN31 Apartment Building Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

THIRTEEN31 Apartment Building Opens

Walker's Point complex has 74 affordable apartments, all already full.

Eyes on Milwaukee: North Side Plan Plots 16 Priority Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

North Side Plan Plots 16 Priority Projects

Traffic calming, housing rehab, safety, dealing with vacant lots top list of recommended projects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: School Will Be Redeveloped, But Into What?
Eyes on Milwaukee

School Will Be Redeveloped, But Into What?

Committee endorses zoning change for former Catholic school on East Side.

City Hall: City Must Pay Detective Who Assaulted Murder Suspect
City Hall

City Must Pay Detective Who Assaulted Murder Suspect

Rodolfo Gomez was fired, went to prison and now he'll get a check for $335,772.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor District Project Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor District Project Moving Forward

Developer turning two industrial buildings at north edge of Bay View into apartment complex with up to 300 units.

Plats and Parcels: Safe & Sound Moving To New Home
Plats and Parcels

Safe & Sound Moving To New Home

Plus: A new owner for historic building, MSOE's new stem center and the weekly recap.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Tool Readying Downtown Office
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Tool Readying Downtown Office

Facade of 1978 building is being substantially altered.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New High School Marks Growth of Hmong Community
Eyes on Milwaukee

New High School Marks Growth of Hmong Community

Governor, MPS Superintendent join trailblazing HAPA founder Chris Her-Xiong for ribbon cutting.

Is Third Time The Charm for Red Light Cameras?

Is Third Time The Charm for Red Light Cameras?

Rep. LaKeshia Myers reintroduces bill to allow Milwaukee to use cameras to bust speeders and red-light runners.

Winters Farmers Market Will Be Held in Deer District

Winters Farmers Market Will Be Held in Deer District

Event most recently held at The Domes is now moving Downtown.

Wisconsin Elections Commission Sues To Stop Gableman’s Subpoenas

Wisconsin Elections Commission Sues To Stop Gableman’s Subpoenas

Suit says Gableman is overstepping authority in how subpoenas are structured.

City Hall: Council Adopts $179 Million Rescue Plan Package
City Hall

Council Adopts $179 Million Rescue Plan Package

Compromise plan includes money for pension reserve, housing, lead abatement and child care providers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Podcast Production Company Opens Downtown Studio, Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Podcast Production Company Opens Downtown Studio, Office

Podcamp Media leases space at top of Colby Abbot Building.

Milwaukee Rolls Out Vaccination Promotion For Second Shot

Milwaukee Rolls Out Vaccination Promotion For Second Shot

City will pay $25 to 1,000 people to get second shot. More than 23,000 people are currently eligible.

Raynetta Hill Will Lead King Drive BID

Raynetta Hill Will Lead King Drive BID

A familiar face returns to lead growing business improvement district.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Redevelopment Plans Dropped For Downtown Post Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Redevelopment Plans Dropped For Downtown Post Office

R2 sells the building to post office real estate investment trust.

City Hall: Staffing Issues Could Leave Milwaukee With More Snowplows Than Drivers
City Hall

Staffing Issues Could Leave Milwaukee With More Snowplows Than Drivers

At the very least, expect it to take longer for Milwaukee to clean up after a storm.

Photo Gallery: Bucks Host Ring Ceremony, Unveil Championship Banner
Photo Gallery

Bucks Host Ring Ceremony, Unveil Championship Banner

Nearly 400 diamonds on each ring with loads of symbolism embedded.

City Hall: ARPA Funding May Delay City’s Fiscal Cliff Says Policy Forum
City Hall

ARPA Funding May Delay City’s Fiscal Cliff Says Policy Forum

Non-partisan organization reinforces need for state support to address Milwaukee's structural financial issues.

New Cafe Planned For First Floor of 88Nine Building

New Cafe Planned For First Floor of 88Nine Building

Two-story studio building to undergo $770,000 renovation and expansion.

Transportation: Milwaukee Wants Your Input on Future of Dockless Scooters
Transportation

Milwaukee Wants Your Input on Future of Dockless Scooters

432,794 trips taken through end of September, but downtown ban cut ridership 50%.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dairy-Centric Apartment Building Wins Plan Commission Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dairy-Centric Apartment Building Wins Plan Commission Approval

Kendall Breunig plans to convert former plant to 17 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Triciclo Peru Owners Could Buy Vliet Street Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Triciclo Peru Owners Could Buy Vliet Street Building

Restaurant plans production space for frozen empanadas in vacant, city-owned building.

City Hall: Marina Dimitrijevic is Officially Running For Mayor
City Hall

Marina Dimitrijevic is Officially Running For Mayor

Alderwoman is the seventh individual in the race.

Bucks Showoff Upgrades To Fiserv Forum

Bucks Showoff Upgrades To Fiserv Forum

NBA season starts Tuesday with team's ring ceremony.

City Hall: Chantia Lewis Case Moving Towards Trial
City Hall

Chantia Lewis Case Moving Towards Trial

Probable cause found to continue with felony charges.

Plats and Parcels: California Firm Buys Two Newer Milwaukee Apartment Buildings
Plats and Parcels

California Firm Buys Two Newer Milwaukee Apartment Buildings

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second New Building Proposed For Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second New Building Proposed For Century City

Good City Brewing affiliate could develop building similar to Century City 1.

Friday Photos: Element Anchors South End of 5th Street
Friday Photos

Element Anchors South End of 5th Street

New apartment building has taken its final shape.

City Hall: Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation
City Hall

Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation

Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.

Black Business Boost Fund Targeted At Milwaukee Entrepeneurs

Black Business Boost Fund Targeted At Milwaukee Entrepeneurs

New fund targeted at supporting people of color launch and grow businesses.

City Hall: MPD Supervisors Face Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement
City Hall

MPD Supervisors Face Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement

Agreement is less strict than requirement for general city workers, doesn't include rank-and-file police officers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: HNTB Expanding Downtown Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

HNTB Expanding Downtown Office

Engineering firm moved Downtown in 2019, added 20 employees and hopes to hire 30 more.

The Organ Trail Runs Through Milwaukee

The Organ Trail Runs Through Milwaukee

Organ donor's cross-country bicycle trip started with a chance meeting in Louisiana bar.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Redeveloped 37th Street School Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Redeveloped 37th Street School Opens

Affordable apartments available for seniors, with neighborhood resident serving as developer.

Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support

Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support

Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Biggest Port Project In More Than 60 Years
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Biggest Port Project In More Than 60 Years

Milwaukee project intended to make Wisconsin export hub for ethanol byproduct.

City Hall: Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding
City Hall

Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding

82 ideas for how to spend $394.2 million federal grant. What will council choose?

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office

Property occupies prominent corner in Bronzeville.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Century City’s First New Building is Fully Leased
Eyes on Milwaukee

Century City’s First New Building is Fully Leased

Five tenants fill warehouse.

New Mural, Peace Tree Unveiled at Pulaski Playfield

New Mural, Peace Tree Unveiled at Pulaski Playfield

Effort designed to encourage social unity, environmental consciousness and youth empowerment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mansion’s Garage Will Be Constructed Using Secret Cache of Sandstone
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mansion’s Garage Will Be Constructed Using Secret Cache of Sandstone

Nunemaker finds building materials buried in his new yard.

New COVID-19 Mass Testing Site Opens in Menomonee Valley

New COVID-19 Mass Testing Site Opens in Menomonee Valley

New site at a former WisDOT emissions testing site. It replaces American Family Field testing site.

City Hall: Homicides, Shootings, Auto Thefts All At Record Highs
City Hall

Homicides, Shootings, Auto Thefts All At Record Highs

MPD Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman presents vision of community-centered approach to solving issues.

Plats and Parcels: ManpowerGroup HQ Sold Again
Plats and Parcels

ManpowerGroup HQ Sold Again

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Work Nears Completion on New Brady Street Building
Friday Photos

Work Nears Completion on New Brady Street Building

Two-story building replaces vacant lot.

Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe

Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe

Would be city's first park targeted at BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates.

City Hall: City Could Issue Citations For Failing To Disconnect Downspouts
City Hall

City Could Issue Citations For Failing To Disconnect Downspouts

But focus will be on hiring contractors to complete work, keep stormwater out of Deep Tunnel.

City Hall: Milwaukee Will Comply With Subpoenas, But City Attorney Won’t Say How
City Hall

Milwaukee Will Comply With Subpoenas, But City Attorney Won’t Say How

Spencer big on promises, but short on details.

“Beyond Van Gogh” Is Highest Grossing Event in Wisconsin Center History

“Beyond Van Gogh” Is Highest Grossing Event in Wisconsin Center History

And now its run is extended through January 9.

Mayor Barrett Is Latest Official Subpoenaed In Election Probe

Mayor Barrett Is Latest Official Subpoenaed In Election Probe

Official leading the probe admits he doesn't understand how elections are supposed to work.

Milwaukee To Go “Claws Up” For The Brewers

Milwaukee To Go “Claws Up” For The Brewers

City will light up blue and yellow to support baseball team during playoffs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Building at 76th and Capitol
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Building at 76th and Capitol

Multi-tenant office building available for $75,000.

City Hall: 12 Options to Solve Milwaukee’s Fiscal Crisis
City Hall

12 Options to Solve Milwaukee’s Fiscal Crisis

Nine are bad says alderman. Without solution Milwaukee would need to cut one-fourth of workforce.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Milwaukee Athletic Club Reopening in December
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Athletic Club Reopening in December

MAC Residences adds 54 apartments to building, along with restaurants and event space.

Gov. Evers Announces $75 Million Investment In Minority-Owned Businesses

Gov. Evers Announces $75 Million Investment In Minority-Owned Businesses

Two new programs will support businesses disproportionately harmed by COVID-19 pandemic.

City Hall: 2022 Assessment Process Could Be Chaotic
City Hall

2022 Assessment Process Could Be Chaotic

Top staffers departing, number of 2020 appeals still pending, hot real estate market, no assessments in 2021.

Colectivo Reopens Prospect Avenue Cafe

Colectivo Reopens Prospect Avenue Cafe

Cafe has been closed since January, reopens with limited hours.

Lena Taylor Is Running For Lieutenant Governor

Lena Taylor Is Running For Lieutenant Governor

Veteran state senator would be first Black woman to hold the position.

Plats and Parcels: Johnson Controls Complex Sold, Redevelopment Planned
Plats and Parcels

Johnson Controls Complex Sold, Redevelopment Planned

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Bay View Development Subtly Increases Density Of Area
Friday Photos

Bay View Development Subtly Increases Density Of Area

Two new buildings are more in line with historic neighborhood development pattern than most new construction.

Groups Call For Defunding the Police To Solve Milwaukee Pension Crisis

Groups Call For Defunding the Police To Solve Milwaukee Pension Crisis

Move would strip $78 million from MPD budget, leave others intact.

City Hall: Latest City Attorney Controversy Causes Council Infighting
City Hall

Latest City Attorney Controversy Causes Council Infighting

Dodd vs Zamarripa is an extension of Tearman Spencer vs City Hall

City Hall: City Attorney Accused of Politically-Motivated, Retaliatory Staff Directive
City Hall

City Attorney Accused of Politically-Motivated, Retaliatory Staff Directive

Latest issue causes public infighting amongst Common Council.

Foxconn Picks Ohio Over Wisconsin

Foxconn Picks Ohio Over Wisconsin

Company will buy former GM factory to build electric vehicles.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Century City House Factory Inching Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Century City House Factory Inching Forward

Plan calls for affordable, energy efficient homes to fight climate change and create jobs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ranell Washington Will Lead WHEDA Board
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ranell Washington Will Lead WHEDA Board

Washington, an experienced banker, replaces Ivan Gamboa.

City Hall: It’s Johnson Vs. Dimitrijevic On Mask Mandate
City Hall

It’s Johnson Vs. Dimitrijevic On Mask Mandate

Health commissioner and alderwoman at odds over whether city should have mask mandate.

Chantia Lewis Goes To Court

Chantia Lewis Goes To Court

In her first court appearance alderwoman pleads not guilty to misdemeanor. Four felony charges yet to come.

Central Waters Opening Church Brewery

Central Waters Opening Church Brewery

On October 16. Dairyland will open restaurant alongside brewery in onetime church.

The Battle For New City Mask Mandate

The Battle For New City Mask Mandate

As COVID-19 cases surge, teachers union and 11 other groups demand restored mandate, which many businesses oppose.

Morales Named Fitchburg Police Chief

Morales Named Fitchburg Police Chief

Former Milwaukee chief will lead suburban Madison department.

Milwaukee Again Bidding To Host DNC

Milwaukee Again Bidding To Host DNC

But city faces wide-open competition for 2024 convention. What is the new pitch?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Officials Celebrate Tent City Replacement
Eyes on Milwaukee

Officials Celebrate Tent City Replacement

Joint effort by city, county, state and MMSD worthy of national emulation?

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Will Reopen

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Will Reopen

Grand reopening planned for February 25.

New Bar For Former Pabst Brewery

New Bar For Former Pabst Brewery

Amped will offer team building by day, private karaoke suites by night.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Okays East Side Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Okays East Side Project

But with conditions. Former Saints Peter and Paul building could be redeveloped in many ways.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Johnson Financial Group Shows Off High-Rise Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Johnson Financial Group Shows Off High-Rise Office

Racine company aims to make a statement in Milwaukee with Cathedral Place offices.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Championship Had $58 Million Economic Impact
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Championship Had $58 Million Economic Impact

Visit Milwaukee estimates direct and indirect spending during team's playoff run.

Plats and Parcels: New Event Venue Planned for King Drive
Plats and Parcels

New Event Venue Planned for King Drive

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Five Doors Open Milwaukee Recommendations
Eyes on Milwaukee

Five Doors Open Milwaukee Recommendations

You won't want to miss these five stops as you explore Milwaukee this weekend.

Friday Photos: A Behind-The-Scenes Tour of Schlitz Park
Friday Photos

A Behind-The-Scenes Tour of Schlitz Park

See the distribution center tunnel, massive chiller system and remants of the Brew House.

What To Blame For Summerfest Attendance Decline?

What To Blame For Summerfest Attendance Decline?

Attendance drops 43%, but reasons why abound.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Schlitz Park Owners Show Off Revamped Office Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Schlitz Park Owners Show Off Revamped Office Complex

New plaza, reopened Brown Bottle, emphasis on history mark changes to former Schlitz campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Catholic School Could Become Apartments, Hotel or Arts Collective
Eyes on Milwaukee

Catholic School Could Become Apartments, Hotel or Arts Collective

Or maybe something else. Neighbors hear proposal for former St. Peter St. Paul School on East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Church Forgoes Tax Exemption To Get New Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Church Forgoes Tax Exemption To Get New Building

Christ Church will make annual payment in lieu of taxes for Haymarket area home.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Paddy’s Pub For Sale For Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Paddy’s Pub For Sale For Redevelopment

Owners of Irish bar retiring. Big corner lot with several buildings could be redeveloped.

City Hall: 12 Takeaways From City’s 2022 Budget
City Hall

12 Takeaways From City’s 2022 Budget

What's in the 600 page, $1.75 billion budget document? An inside look at your city government.

City Offers $100 Vaccination Incentive

City Offers $100 Vaccination Incentive

Health department will pay up to 1,000 people to get their first COVID-19 vaccination.

City Hall: Barrett Unveils 2022 Budget Proposal
City Hall

Barrett Unveils 2022 Budget Proposal

'The calm before the storm,' mayor warns, using federal funds and reduced police force to plug budget holes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Project Brings Affordable Housing to Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Project Brings Affordable Housing to Harambee

Developer Melissa Allen's Bronzeville Estates creates 30 units in area she loves.

MIAD Opening Gallery on Wisconsin Avenue

MIAD Opening Gallery on Wisconsin Avenue

New space will be on first floor of The Avenue, adjacent to 3rd Street Market Hall

Eyes on Milwaukee: New MLK Library Plan Razes Theater, Raises 93 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

New MLK Library Plan Razes Theater, Raises 93 Apartments

New 17,000 square foot library and two-story live-work units on N. MLK Jr. Dr.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mueller Communications Moving To The Fortress
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mueller Communications Moving To The Fortress

PR firm with many clients will relocate from Lower East Side to Brewers Hill.

Plats and Parcels: New Plan To Save Former Schlitz Tavern
Plats and Parcels

New Plan To Save Former Schlitz Tavern

Plus: Marion Corp. will employ up to 90 people at Northwest Side manufacturing plant.

Dining: Buffalo Boss Opening New Restaurant
Dining

Buffalo Boss Opening New Restaurant

Wings-focused restaurant will open first standalone location on 27th St.

Friday Photos: New Marquette Building Takes Shape
Friday Photos

New Marquette Building Takes Shape

School of Business Administration will serve as western gateway to campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks, NCG Break Ground on Deer District Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks, NCG Break Ground on Deer District Hotel

"The Trade" will be a Marriott hotel with an entire floor intended for NBA players.

Transportation: Railroad Merger is a Win for Milwaukee, Southeastern Wisconsin
Transportation

Railroad Merger is a Win for Milwaukee, Southeastern Wisconsin

The Port of Milwaukee could again become intermodal shipping hub, now with direct access to Mexico.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $10 Million Fund Being Created To Back Hispanic Real Estate Developers
Eyes on Milwaukee

$10 Million Fund Being Created To Back Hispanic Real Estate Developers

Announcement made at second annual Urbano real estate conference.

Gov. Evers Seeks Judicial Applicants To Replace Brett Blomme

Gov. Evers Seeks Judicial Applicants To Replace Brett Blomme

Evers will appoint a replacement for short term, with election to follow.

City Hall: Turmoil, Toxic Work Environment at City Attorney’s Office
City Hall

Turmoil, Toxic Work Environment at City Attorney’s Office

Resignation forms cite ethical violations, poor treatment of women & more by Tearman Spencer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: School To Buy Nuisance Building For Garden
Eyes on Milwaukee

School To Buy Nuisance Building For Garden

Notre Dame girls school will raze building on 15th and Scott for garden, outdoor classes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks Near West Side Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks Near West Side Development

Vacant lot near Marquette campus could be developed for up to six townhomes.

Transportation: Plan Offers Alternative To Expanded I-94
Transportation

Plan Offers Alternative To Expanded I-94

Groups back repairing freeway, second BRT line, possible commuter rail, other projects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Credits Streetcar As Factor In Building Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Credits Streetcar As Factor In Building Tower

32-story tower on Water Street a "prime example" of transit-oriented development.

American Family Field COVID-19 Testing Site Closing

American Family Field COVID-19 Testing Site Closing

Brewers playoff run requires team to use parking lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Historic District Could Expand
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Historic District Could Expand

Move to designate two Summit Ave. homes spurs proposal to expand North Point South Historic District.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Connaughton’s Company Withdraws Brewers Hill Plan. For Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

Connaughton’s Company Withdraws Brewers Hill Plan. For Now

Historic Preservation Commission finds fault with design of 50-unit apartment complex.

City Hall: How Can Milwaukee Avoid Becoming Detroit?
City Hall

How Can Milwaukee Avoid Becoming Detroit?

Civic leaders from Detroit discuss Milwaukee's fiscal crisis, offer ideas and solutions

Taverns: Your Chance To Howl At The Moon
Taverns

Your Chance To Howl At The Moon

That's the name of bar featuring dueling pianos coming to Old World Third St.

Plats and Parcels: Advertising Agency Inks Deal for New Third Ward Space
Plats and Parcels

Advertising Agency Inks Deal for New Third Ward Space

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Demolition Underway For East Town Apartments
Friday Photos

Demolition Underway For East Town Apartments

Contractor making quick work of former restaurant.

City Hall: Milwaukee Planning Its Own COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive
City Hall

Milwaukee Planning Its Own COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive

New program will replace expiring state effort. Employer mandates expected to boost interest.

Partnership Bringing Low-Cost, Cellular Internet Service to Lindsay Heights

Partnership Bringing Low-Cost, Cellular Internet Service to Lindsay Heights

New service relies on neighborhood-level cell network. Could eventually cover 40% of Milwaukee.

City Hall: Alderman’s Plan To Pitch A Tent Triggers Late Night Trash Cleanup
City Hall

Alderman’s Plan To Pitch A Tent Triggers Late Night Trash Cleanup

Ald. Ashanti Hamilton claims even a dead body wasn't enough to get a garbage cleanup in Garden Homes neighborhood.

Milwaukee Finds Its Original City Flag

Milwaukee Finds Its Original City Flag

1953 flag design found in City Clerk archives.

City Hall: More Than 660 Street Trees Lost in August Storm
City Hall

More Than 660 Street Trees Lost in August Storm

City officials debating how to get ready for next big storm as they await bill from "unprecedented" event.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Grand Theater For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Grand Theater For Sale

Plan to create community theater, gathering space canceled because of pandemic.

Members Only: Free Tickets to Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts and Crafts
Members Only

Free Tickets to Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts and Crafts

Urban Milwaukee members can claim free tickets to outdoor event, while supplies last.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fair Housing Group Wins $1 Million Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fair Housing Group Wins $1 Million Grant

Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council will train other organizations, investigate complaints in Wisconsin.

Good City Brewing Will Donate 1% of Revenue to Housing

Good City Brewing Will Donate 1% of Revenue to Housing

Pledge to support affordable housing efforts accompanies release of Home beer in cans.

Milwaukee Film Hosting New Film Festival

Milwaukee Film Hosting New Film Festival

Cultures & Communities Festival runs seven days, through Sunday, September 12.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Aims To Create 32,000 New Black and Latino Homeowners
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Aims To Create 32,000 New Black and Latino Homeowners

Coalition of city and four foundations seeks $135 million investment in 10 years.

City Hall: Ald. Chantia Lewis Charged With Defrauding City, Campaign of $21,000
City Hall

Ald. Chantia Lewis Charged With Defrauding City, Campaign of $21,000

City official and US Senate candidate faces four felony charges, up to 10 years in jail.

City Hall: Police Chief Search Has One Candidate
City Hall

Police Chief Search Has One Candidate

Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.

Plats and Parcels: Senior Housing Planned For Former Perlick Factory
Plats and Parcels

Senior Housing Planned For Former Perlick Factory

Plus: A big week of real estate news.

Friday Photos: Civil War-Era Building Becoming Apartments
Friday Photos

Civil War-Era Building Becoming Apartments

Cream City brick building in Walker's Point receiving historically-sensitive redevelopment.

City Hall: Where Have All The City Workers Gone?
City Hall

Where Have All The City Workers Gone?

They've abandoned the South Side in droves since residency requirement was lifted.

City Hall: Census Data Shows Changing Milwaukee Demographics
City Hall

Census Data Shows Changing Milwaukee Demographics

Fewer white residents citywide, but shrinking population totals in many majority-Black neighborhoods.

City Hall: Committee OK’s ARPA Funding for Ambulances, Reckless Driving and Eviction Prevention
City Hall

Committee OK’s ARPA Funding for Ambulances, Reckless Driving and Eviction Prevention

Finance & Personnel Committee recommends spending $14 million of city's $394 million ARPA allocation.

City Hall: City Could Lose 40% of ARPA Funds to Revenue Recovery
City Hall

City Could Lose 40% of ARPA Funds to Revenue Recovery

Funds would go towards plugging revenue shortfalls, not generational investments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Dog Park Wins $25,000 Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Dog Park Wins $25,000 Grant

But a substantial amount of fundraising remains to develop park.

City Hall: Council Delays Action On ARPA Funds
City Hall

Council Delays Action On ARPA Funds

City has $193 million in the bank. But how to spend it still being debated.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center

Huge gathering of officials for project lauded as momentous, exciting and historic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Consulting Team Announced for New Downtown Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Consulting Team Announced for New Downtown Plan

The plan is intended to guide development through 2040.

New Park Opens in Historic Third Ward

New Park Opens in Historic Third Ward

New Gas Light Park is small and all about the children.

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week Returns

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week Returns

And based on initial turnout, so did downtown workers. Event runs through September 3.

Plats and Parcels: Industrial Building on East Side Could Become Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Industrial Building on East Side Could Become Apartments

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Downtown Hotels Replace Aging Office Buildings
Friday Photos

New Downtown Hotels Replace Aging Office Buildings

Boutique hotels are replacing struggling office buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Westown Lands Another New Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Westown Lands Another New Tenant

Resurgent Wisconsin Avenue is drawing substantial leasing interest. HUB640 latest beneficiary.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $80 Million Sports Center Planned For Site Along Interstate 43
Eyes on Milwaukee

$80 Million Sports Center Planned For Site Along Interstate 43

The Opportunity Center would be open to all, open in 2025.

Fitzgerald Tours Fort McCoy, Receives Briefing on Afghan Refugees
Press Release

Fitzgerald Tours Fort McCoy, Receives Briefing on Afghan Refugees

“I want to thank Major General Guthrie and the 88th Readiness Division for hosting me this afternoon, as well as the State Department staff who briefed us on the ongoing resettlement effort at Fort McCoy."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Playbill Lofts Will Rise Above The Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Playbill Lofts Will Rise Above The Avenue

Former Majestic Lofts apartment building being redeveloped by owners of The Avenue.

3rd Street Market Hall Opening in October

3rd Street Market Hall Opening in October

Owners of new food hall trying to create a destination experience.

City Hall: Donovan, Taylor Eyeing Mayoral Runs
City Hall

Donovan, Taylor Eyeing Mayoral Runs

Former alderman, state senator lead pack of those likely to join Cavalier Johnson in special election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 100 East Office Tower in Foreclosure
Eyes on Milwaukee

100 East Office Tower in Foreclosure

Building has lost two large tenants in recent years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwalk Building Will Be Very Green
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwalk Building Will Be Very Green

15-story downtown mass timber tower, The Edison, aims for carbon neutral standard.

Barrett Will Become Ambassador to Luxembourg

Barrett Will Become Ambassador to Luxembourg

Mayor's appointment means Cavalier Johnson will serve as acting mayor, special election will be called.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Herzing Returns To Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Herzing Returns To Downtown

University is latest tenant at former Grand Avenue Mall, now thriving as office and housing complex.

City Hall: Barrett Imposes Vaccine Mandate For City Workers
City Hall

Barrett Imposes Vaccine Mandate For City Workers

All except police and fire fighters must have proof of COVID-19 vaccination by October 29.

Summerfest Will Offer Its Own Shuttles

Summerfest Will Offer Its Own Shuttles

Festival to offer scaled-down version of MCTS park-and-ride bus network.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Okays Third Ward Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Okays Third Ward Tower

"Magnificent building,' says one commissioner. Apartments will be among city's most expensive.

Transportation: City Creating Zoning Code For EV Chargers
Transportation

City Creating Zoning Code For EV Chargers

City anticipates surge in electric vehicles and could get federal money for charging stations.

Get Vaccinated, Get $100 From State

Get Vaccinated, Get $100 From State

Gov. Evers announces incentive payment. And FDA issues full authorization for Pfizer's vaccine.

Plats and Parcels: Two Tannery Office Buildings Being Renovated
Plats and Parcels

Two Tannery Office Buildings Being Renovated

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: The Community Takes Shape Within the Corridor
Friday Photos

The Community Takes Shape Within the Corridor

Largest private affordable housing project in state history transforming W. Center St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Edison Will Add Restaurant, Commercial Space to Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Edison Will Add Restaurant, Commercial Space to Riverwalk

Site is currently a floral warehouse. Developer secures approval to add landscaping, patio to city land.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Burnham House Will Be Nonprofit’s HQ
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Burnham House Will Be Nonprofit’s HQ

Cream City brick house was home to the man who produced them.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Opens Viets Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Opens Viets Tower

New residence hall replaces Roy W. Johnson Hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: IKON Hotel Gets Loan Extension
Eyes on Milwaukee

IKON Hotel Gets Loan Extension

No interest period on city loan being extended one year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Connaughton Pursuing Bigger Brewers Hill Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Connaughton Pursuing Bigger Brewers Hill Project

Three Leaf expands proposed building, now needs historic commission approval.

Downtown Dog Park Fundraiser Launched

Downtown Dog Park Fundraiser Launched

Crowdfunding campaign offers perks for you and your dog.

Music Festival Coming To Brewery District

Music Festival Coming To Brewery District

Equinox will take place September 25, showcasing 19 local musicians.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Developing Park, New Welcome Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Developing Park, New Welcome Center

To 'strengthen our identity' and ensure students have 'ample green space,' president says.

Should Water Street Be Gun-Free District?

Should Water Street Be Gun-Free District?

Downtown stakeholders consider how Kansas City, Memphis, New Orleans handle bar district problems.

City Hall: 2022 City Budget Process Kicks Off
City Hall

2022 City Budget Process Kicks Off

Several chances for citizens to learn about budget, as city braces for nearly impossible 2023 budget.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers, MATC Celebrate Student Housing Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers, MATC Celebrate Student Housing Complex

Ribbon cutting for new $29.1 million, 195 student bedroom complex, Westown Green.

Wisconsin Avenue Night Market Returns Wednesday

Wisconsin Avenue Night Market Returns Wednesday

Popular, free event back for first time since 2019.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling King Drive Development Site, Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling King Drive Development Site, Again

Vacant lot has been owned by the city since 1992.

S/V Denis Sullivan Seeks New Captain

S/V Denis Sullivan Seeks New Captain

Milwaukee ship inspired by 19th century lake schooners hasn't sailed since 2019.

Plats and Parcels: Construction Ramping Up on Wisconsin Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

Construction Ramping Up on Wisconsin Center Expansion

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Oktoberfest Set For September 24-26

Milwaukee Oktoberfest Set For September 24-26

11th annual event will be held at War Memorial Center on Milwaukee's lakefront.

Friday Photos: Ascent’s Mass Timber on Full Display
Friday Photos

Ascent’s Mass Timber on Full Display

Mass timber component now clearly visible from much of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Summit Houses Historic, For Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

Summit Houses Historic, For Now

The two houses are part of proposed apartment building site. Are they being demolished out of spite?

Should Milwaukee Have a New Emergency Health Order?

Should Milwaukee Have a New Emergency Health Order?

MTEA is asking for more COVID-19 guidelines and private schools pushing back.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hines Seeks Zoning Change To Allow Third Ward Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hines Seeks Zoning Change To Allow Third Ward Tower

32-story, luxury apartment tower would be built on landmark site in Third Ward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second Mass Timber Tower Files for Design Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second Mass Timber Tower Files for Design Approval

City Plan Commission will review proposed building on Aug. 23rd.

City Hall: FPC Restarting Police Chief Search
City Hall

FPC Restarting Police Chief Search

Jeffrey Norman remains a favorite among some city officials.

Transportation: Crash-Prone Walnut Street To Receive Road Diet
Transportation

Crash-Prone Walnut Street To Receive Road Diet

Rebuilding effort will add safety improvements for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.

Milwaukee Cleans Up From Storm, Braces For Another Difficult Night

Milwaukee Cleans Up From Storm, Braces For Another Difficult Night

Tens of thousands of Milwaukee residents remain without power Wednesday afternoon.

Back in the News: Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory
Back in the News

Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory

The electric vehicle company wants to sell cars directly, as opposed to Wisconsin's franchise dealer system.

Northwestern Mutual Launching $100 Million Fund Targeting Black Communities

Northwestern Mutual Launching $100 Million Fund Targeting Black Communities

Dana Guthrie's Gateway Capital is one of the firms immediately benefitting.

Turner Hall Seeks New Bar and Restaurant Operator

Turner Hall Seeks New Bar and Restaurant Operator

The Tavern at Turner Hall needs new owner poised to take advantage of proximity to ballroom, Deer District and Fiserv Forum.

Summerfest Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination or Negative Test

Summerfest Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination or Negative Test

Music festival is first major outdoor event in Milwaukee area to implement requirement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Druml Seeking New Tenants For Haymarket Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Druml Seeking New Tenants For Haymarket Building

MATC poised to move out, former Blast Fitness space also available.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Office Building Being Renovated, Lands Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Office Building Being Renovated, Lands Tenant

Mid-rise 789 N. Water to receive updates.

Plats and Parcels: East Town Post Office Sold
Plats and Parcels

East Town Post Office Sold

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges

Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges

Brett Blomme faces up to 20 years in prison.

Friday Photos: 5th Street’s New Element
Friday Photos

5th Street’s New Element

Apartment building will fill vacant lot on southern end of narrowed street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former M&I Building Could Become 231 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former M&I Building Could Become 231 Apartments

Irgens would redevelop International Style tower into apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kazee Planning Granville Commons Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kazee Planning Granville Commons Apartments

New apartment building would be built on vacant site near W. Bradley Rd.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Demolition Underway For Walker’s Point Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Demolition Underway For Walker’s Point Apartments

La Fuente building, apartment building and Selena mural all to be removed for Taxco apartments.

Deer District Linked To Nearly 500 COVID-19 Cases

Deer District Linked To Nearly 500 COVID-19 Cases

But correlation is not causation. Many Bucks fans went to other places on those nights.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Hiring Designer for Bay View Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Hiring Designer for Bay View Plan

A new planning process would help guide future of the neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Dog Park Seeks Support
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Dog Park Seeks Support

Vote early and vote often to help fund a new playground for Fido.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 310W Owner Sues City for $5 Million For Sewer Backup
Eyes on Milwaukee

310W Owner Sues City for $5 Million For Sewer Backup

Massive 2020 rainstorm caused damage but city attorney says city wasn't negligent.

Milwaukee Invited To Apply For 2024 DNC

Milwaukee Invited To Apply For 2024 DNC

But some aren't happy the city must bid for convention in the first place.

Larson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Larson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Eight candidates remain in race, including Godlewski, Lasry and Nelson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers Starts Work on Second Journal Apartment Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers Starts Work on Second Journal Apartment Project

Verdigris joins Westtown Green project in former newspaper complex.

Transportation: Scooters Banned From Downtown
Transportation

Scooters Banned From Downtown

About 30% of riders found to be riding on sidewalks, triple the limit authorized by city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Avenue Lands New Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Avenue Lands New Tenant

TEMPO will occupy office on second floor of former Grand Avenue Mall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Niche Book Bar Coming To Bronzeville
Eyes on Milwaukee

Niche Book Bar Coming To Bronzeville

Buying a city-owned building to create Black-focused book store and wine bar.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starting on Cathedral Square Upgrade
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starting on Cathedral Square Upgrade

Changing popular park's perimeter to accommodate crowds, make square more attractive

City Hall: Proposal Requires Vaccinations for City Employees
City Hall

Proposal Requires Vaccinations for City Employees

More than 6,000 city workers would need to get vaccinated or face weekly testing.

Plats and Parcels: Buyer Found for Johnson Controls’ Downtown Complex
Plats and Parcels

Buyer Found for Johnson Controls’ Downtown Complex

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Transportation: Becher Street Receiving Road Diet, Raised Bike Lane
Transportation

Becher Street Receiving Road Diet, Raised Bike Lane

Project being paid for with funds generated by Michels development.

Friday Photos: Bay View Addition Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Bay View Addition Nears Completion

Vacant lot on southside main street is no more.

Transportation: Milwaukee Rehabbing Four Bridges
Transportation

Milwaukee Rehabbing Four Bridges

State and federal dollars helping repair some of city's less notable bridges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Designation Could Block East Side Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Designation Could Block East Side Apartments

A seven-story 90 unit apartment complex versus two modest 1899 homes.

Transportation: Fourth New Airline Adds Service to Milwaukee
Transportation

Fourth New Airline Adds Service to Milwaukee

Contour Airlines will offer nonstop flights to Indianapolis and Pittsburgh.

Transportation: Arlington Place Now A Two-Way Street
Transportation

Arlington Place Now A Two-Way Street

It's now a little bit easier to get around the East Side.

City Hall: Six Council Members Want Tougher Pandemic Rules
City Hall

Six Council Members Want Tougher Pandemic Rules

Push mayor for indoor mask mandate and mandatory vaccinations for city employees.

City Hall: Council Holds ARPA Spending Until September
City Hall

Council Holds ARPA Spending Until September

Mayor's $93 million "summer plan" delayed, along with proposals by alders.

Transportation: Streetcar Study Draws Controversy
Transportation

Streetcar Study Draws Controversy

Study of Walker’s Point extension moves forward.

City Hall: Council Approves Morales Settlement
City Hall

Council Approves Morales Settlement

Former chief will get $500,000 and now a finalist for job in Dane County suburb.

Transportation: Streetcar Returning To Full Schedule
Transportation

Streetcar Returning To Full Schedule

The Hop to offer full service for first time since March 2020, welcome riders with "Hop Summer Nights."

Plats and Parcels: City Selling Large Bronzeville Development Site
Plats and Parcels

City Selling Large Bronzeville Development Site

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Two-Thirds of All Milwaukee Auto Thefts Are Kia and Hyundai Vehicles

Two-Thirds of All Milwaukee Auto Thefts Are Kia and Hyundai Vehicles

Milwaukee on track for record breaking year, having already eclipsed all of 2020.

Doors Open Milwaukee Returning In-Person

Doors Open Milwaukee Returning In-Person

The annual event returns in September. Step inside more than 100 Milwaukee landmarks, for free.

Friday Photos: Viets Tower Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Viets Tower Nears Completion

MSOE overhauling its oldest residence hall.

Photo Gallery: Milwaukee Bucks Parade, Celebration
Photo Gallery

Milwaukee Bucks Parade, Celebration

Crowd estimated in excess of 100,000.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Announces Tenant Replacing Sea Scouts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Announces Tenant Replacing Sea Scouts

Marek Landscaping will build new warehouse and office complex

Chantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race

Chantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race

Milwaukee alderwoman is ninth candidate in the race to replace Ron Johnson.

Bucks Parade Scheduled For Thursday Morning

Bucks Parade Scheduled For Thursday Morning

Parade will snake through Downtown en route to Fiserv Forum.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tax Exemption For Church Gets Pushback
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tax Exemption For Church Gets Pushback

Property taxes would be lost in neighborhood just north of Fiserv Forum. Council members push for payment in lieu of taxes.

Milwaukee Bucks Win NBA Title, First in 50 Years

Milwaukee Bucks Win NBA Title, First in 50 Years

Giannis Antetokounmpo named Finals MVP.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The 1500s on Jefferson Street Okayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

The 1500s on Jefferson Street Okayed

City committee approves, but not before opponent sings six-verse rap as public testimony.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Apartment Complex Gets Key Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Apartment Complex Gets Key Approval

"Overwhelming" opposition doesn't stop approval of new affordable housing complex.

Transportation: Southside Streetcar Study, Street Improvements Approved
Transportation

Southside Streetcar Study, Street Improvements Approved

Walker's Point would be targeted for expansion.

Mandela Barnes Enters Senate Race

Mandela Barnes Enters Senate Race

Long-rumored run by Lt. Governor becomes official and targets Ron Johnson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Urbal Tea Opens Cafe On South Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Urbal Tea Opens Cafe On South Side

Health-focused cafe in transformed building located on revived commercial strip.

Bucks Expect 80,000 Fans For Game Six

Bucks Expect 80,000 Fans For Game Six

Or more. Deer District would become fifth largest city in Wisconsin.

City Hall: Morales Payout Rises Still Higher
City Hall

Morales Payout Rises Still Higher

City must also pay its private legal team. Total cost of lawsuit will exceed $668,000.

City Hall: $98 Million Plan Targets Lead Poisoning
City Hall

$98 Million Plan Targets Lead Poisoning

Proposal addressing lead poisoning of children backed by the Coalition on Lead Emergency.

Plats and Parcels: New Apartment Complex For Bay View?
Plats and Parcels

New Apartment Complex For Bay View?

Plan for four-story complex has long way to go. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Rite-Hite Building To Right Height
Friday Photos

Rite-Hite Building To Right Height

New headquarters will fill Reed Street Yards business park.

City Hall: Milwaukee Water Works Pursuing Rate Changes
City Hall

Milwaukee Water Works Pursuing Rate Changes

With Waukesha coming as a customer, utility pursuing changes to its authorized return rate.

City Hall: Update Expected Soon on Criminal Investigation Into Health Department
City Hall

Update Expected Soon on Criminal Investigation Into Health Department

City officials and council members want to know status of DOJ, Milwaukee County DA investigation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harley-Davidson Breaks Ground On Museum Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harley-Davidson Breaks Ground On Museum Expansion

New venue replaces seasonal tent

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?

Website appears, and quickly disappears.

City Hall: Anger and Frustration With Milwaukee’s Lead Program
City Hall

Anger and Frustration With Milwaukee’s Lead Program

Even the Milwaukee Health Department doesn't like what's happened since 2018.

City Hall: Federal Funds Could Be Used for Milwaukee Universal Basic Income Program
City Hall

Federal Funds Could Be Used for Milwaukee Universal Basic Income Program

Funds would establish program infrastructure, city would still need to raise $450,000 from private donors.

Bucks Planning Deer District Night Market

Bucks Planning Deer District Night Market

New event will enliven activate plaza outside Fiserv Forum.

City Hall: Morales Reaches Tentative, $626,000 Settlement With City
City Hall

Morales Reaches Tentative, $626,000 Settlement With City

Ousted chief won't return to Milwaukee Police Department.

City Hall: Barrett Plan Combats Reckless Driving
City Hall

Barrett Plan Combats Reckless Driving

$28.2 million in federal grant targeted at reckless driving, violence, early childhood education and small business support.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Approves East Side Affordable Housing Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Approves East Side Affordable Housing Design

79-unit apartment complex on Water Street approved despite neighbors concerns.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tiny Homes Village Plan Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tiny Homes Village Plan Moves Forward

24-unit veterans' housing complex could expand to 48 units in Menomonee River Hills neighborhood.

Barrett Calls For $44 Million In Workforce And Housing Spending

Barrett Calls For $44 Million In Workforce And Housing Spending

Funds would come from $394 million federal ARPA grant.

Plats and Parcels: Martial Arts Equipment Manufacturer Moving to Milwaukee
Plats and Parcels

Martial Arts Equipment Manufacturer Moving to Milwaukee

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Get Vaccinated, Get a Shot at Free NBA Finals Tickets

Get Vaccinated, Get a Shot at Free NBA Finals Tickets

Health department offering shots and a shot to win free Bucks tickets.

Friday Photos: THIRTEEN31 Rises On W. National Ave.
Friday Photos

THIRTEEN31 Rises On W. National Ave.

The majority of its apartments will rent for below-market rates.

No Settlement Yet, Morales Will Be Police Chief Again On July 15th

No Settlement Yet, Morales Will Be Police Chief Again On July 15th

Demoted police chief Alfonso Morales will return to old job.

Visual Art: Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Opens Friday
Visual Art

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Opens Friday

'Gogh This Way' to the Wisconsin Center's new immersive experience.

Transportation: City Proposes Study of Streetcar to Walker’s Point
Transportation

City Proposes Study of Streetcar to Walker’s Point

Proposed extension would run from Third Ward south to 6th and National.

Visual Art: Milwaukee Downtown Hosting “Art in the Park”
Visual Art

Milwaukee Downtown Hosting “Art in the Park”

Red Arrow Park will be site of live canvas and chalk mural painting through August 11th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 15-Story Mass Timber Tower for Riverfront
Eyes on Milwaukee

15-Story Mass Timber Tower for Riverfront

220 apartments, but little parking in downtown building, as firm pushes environmental benefits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Boat House Seeks to Demolish Its Lighthouse
Eyes on Milwaukee

Boat House Seeks to Demolish Its Lighthouse

Emergency demolition sought by owner of historic fantasy home along the river.

Controversial Bay View Gas Station Can Operate All Night

Controversial Bay View Gas Station Can Operate All Night

Speedway installs protective glass, hires security, so council gives it another chance.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the World’s Tallest Mass Timber Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the World’s Tallest Mass Timber Building

Partially completed, 25-story Ascent a radical change in how to build a downtown tower.

City Hall: Council Okays Huge Change in FPC Board
City Hall

Council Okays Huge Change in FPC Board

Majority of Fire & Police commissioners who voted to demote Chief Morales have now been replaced.

City Hall: Council Ends City Attorney’s Review Power
City Hall

Council Ends City Attorney’s Review Power

Unanimous vote strips Spencer's ability to halt contracts and overrides Barrett veto.

Taverns: Swigs Pub Will Become Clementines
Taverns

Swigs Pub Will Become Clementines

92-year-old Bay View bar on S. Clement Ave. will find new life with lots of amusement machines.

Visual Art: New Mural Transforms You Into a Peacock
Visual Art

New Mural Transforms You Into a Peacock

Downtown artwork aims to win social media attention -- and put a smile on your face.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Two Affordable Housing Projects Vie For Federal Funds
Eyes on Milwaukee

Two Affordable Housing Projects Vie For Federal Funds

Two sizable city projects. But the program has far more applicants than funds available.

Plats and Parcels: Milwaukee Strikes Out On Building New USPS Truck
Plats and Parcels

Milwaukee Strikes Out On Building New USPS Truck

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th

Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th

Extension gives parties more time to negotiate settlement.

Friday Photos: New Townhomes in Riverwest
Friday Photos

New Townhomes in Riverwest

New building being constructed on vacant lot at Humboldt and Wright.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Much Industrial Land Should Milwaukee Have?
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Much Industrial Land Should Milwaukee Have?

New report seeks to create shared vision for Milwaukee's industrial future.

James MacGillis Will Lead Wauwatosa Police Department

James MacGillis Will Lead Wauwatosa Police Department

MPD veteran taking top job in neighboring suburb.

Transportation: Spirit Airlines Adds More Flights, Destinations From Milwaukee
Transportation

Spirit Airlines Adds More Flights, Destinations From Milwaukee

Ultra-low-cost carrier will offer nonstop service to eight destinations by end of year.

Transportation: FlixBus Starts Milwaukee Service July 2nd
Transportation

FlixBus Starts Milwaukee Service July 2nd

New bus line will connect Milwaukee, Chicago, Indianapolis and Ohio.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan To Renovate Every City-Owned Home Gains Traction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan To Renovate Every City-Owned Home Gains Traction

Council now embraces Bauman proposal. Barrett's plan will include elements of it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Can City Prevent Miami-Like Disaster?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Can City Prevent Miami-Like Disaster?

Bauman grills officials. Should Milwaukee ramp up building inspections?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Decision Delayed on Bay View Cottages Historic Designation
Eyes on Milwaukee

Decision Delayed on Bay View Cottages Historic Designation

Property owners split, area alderwoman unsure, council puts decision on hold.

Pabst Mansion Adds Beer Garden

Pabst Mansion Adds Beer Garden

Add some Gemütlichkeit to your next museum visit, or just stop by for a cold one.

City Hall: New Ordinance Could Remove Elected Officials
City Hall

New Ordinance Could Remove Elected Officials

For undefined 'inefficiency' or 'neglect of duty.' Alders slam the proposal.

Transportation: City Removing Some Downtown Meters
Transportation

City Removing Some Downtown Meters

You can now park for free on a portion of E. Knapp St.

Plats and Parcels: Adams Hotel Dispute Triggers Lawsuit
Plats and Parcels

Adams Hotel Dispute Triggers Lawsuit

Plus: Batttlebox Studios running crowdfunding campaign

Friday Photos: Hue’s New Home
Friday Photos

Hue’s New Home

Restaurant expanding, relocating in Bay View.

City Hall: Morales Or Milwaukee, Who Will Blink First?
City Hall

Morales Or Milwaukee, Who Will Blink First?

Former chief continues to gain leverage for any potential settlement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three BIDs Hiring New Executive Directors
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three BIDs Hiring New Executive Directors

Liz Brodek's departure creates two vacancies. King Drive also hiring after Deshea Agee's exit.

Should Milwaukee Eliminate Fine for Small Amounts of Marijuana?

Should Milwaukee Eliminate Fine for Small Amounts of Marijuana?

Council tables a proposed policy change, but could pass measure on July 7th.

City Hall: Summerfest, City Strike Deal On Police Costs
City Hall

Summerfest, City Strike Deal On Police Costs

Costs had climbed to more than $800,000 annually for MPD, but festival paid for little of it.

City Hall: Committee Loves New FPC Nominees
City Hall

Committee Loves New FPC Nominees

Ramey, Kessler and Fallone draw unanimous support from council members.

City Hall: The Ann Wilson Problem
City Hall

The Ann Wilson Problem

Mayor's chief of staff promises she will be replaced on Fire & Police Commission. But when?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments for N. Water St. Draw Opposition
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments for N. Water St. Draw Opposition

Brandon Rule seeks to build workforce housing development along Milwaukee River.

The Return of Rainbow Summer

The Return of Rainbow Summer

17 years after it ended, revived version of outdoor entertainment series returns to Marcus Center.

City Hall: The Downspout Police Are Coming
City Hall

The Downspout Police Are Coming

Disconnecting downspouts is part of strategy to reduce Deep Tunnel overflows into Lake Michigan.

City Hall: Bauman Blasts Mayor on Water Street Chaos
City Hall

Bauman Blasts Mayor on Water Street Chaos

Alderman wants stronger actions. "The mayor is basically whistling past the graveyard."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Okays East Side Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Okays East Side Project

But driveways to four townhomes take away street parking on Jefferson, which concerns some.

Walker’s Point Event Venues Ready for Business

Walker’s Point Event Venues Ready for Business

The George and Madcap Lounge anchor redeveloped building at 5th and National.

Dining: Fine Dining Restaurant Planned for 7Seventy7 Building
Dining

Fine Dining Restaurant Planned for 7Seventy7 Building

Lupi & Iris will replace Maurer's Urban Market with cuisine from French and Italian Riviera.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Church Will Replace RedLine Gallery
Eyes on Milwaukee

Church Will Replace RedLine Gallery

Christ Church plans to buy Haymarket building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northern Wisconsin Company Opening Office Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northern Wisconsin Company Opening Office Downtown

Church Mutual opening office in 833 East building, hoping to improve recruiting with Milwaukee office.

City Hall: Council Closes Gare-Bear’s On N. 27th St.
City Hall

Council Closes Gare-Bear’s On N. 27th St.

The tavern's liquor license renewal was denied after the owner determined to be indifferent to neighborhood concerns.

Plats and Parcels: Hmong Association Buys West Side Mansion
Plats and Parcels

Hmong Association Buys West Side Mansion

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Advance Auto Parts Store On North Avenue
Friday Photos

New Advance Auto Parts Store On North Avenue

Retailer opening store two blocks from competitor.

City Hall: $250,000 Settlement for Minor Pursued by MPD Officer
City Hall

$250,000 Settlement for Minor Pursued by MPD Officer

Officer finishing four-year prison sentence.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bauman’s $150 Million Affordable Housing Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bauman’s $150 Million Affordable Housing Plan

Plan would save every city-owned single-family home and duplex.

City Hall: Milwaukee’s Lead Program Fails Again
City Hall

Milwaukee’s Lead Program Fails Again

Scale of problem currently limited to one family in Bay View, but full review planned.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MMSD Deconstructing Former We Energies Building For Flood Abatement Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

MMSD Deconstructing Former We Energies Building For Flood Abatement Project

Jackson Park will also see changes as part of multi-year effort.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Wetland Restoration Gets Boost From Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Wetland Restoration Gets Boost From Grant

Stormwater retention effort part of restoration of Grand Trunk site, Lake Michigan cleanup.

Dining: Honeypie, Palomino Move From Tipped to ‘Fair’ Wages
Dining

Honeypie, Palomino Move From Tipped to ‘Fair’ Wages

Pie Incorporated adopts One Fair Wage pay scale.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett, Officials Celebrate Couture Groundbreaking
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett, Officials Celebrate Couture Groundbreaking

Nine years after building was first proposed. 'Like making sausage. It's not pretty.'

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Tower’s Design Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Tower’s Design Approved

$140 million, 32-floor apartment tower gets okayed by Historic Third Ward board.

City Hall: Mayor Backs $15 Minimum Wage For City Workers
City Hall

Mayor Backs $15 Minimum Wage For City Workers

More than 400 city employees would get a raise under Barrett's proposal.

Transportation: Trees, Transit Thwart Riverwest Bike Lanes Plan
Transportation

Trees, Transit Thwart Riverwest Bike Lanes Plan

Humboldt Boulevard won't get protected bike lane because it would kill too many trees.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Offering $5,000 Down Payment Grants
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Offering $5,000 Down Payment Grants

Live in the city? Want to buy your first house in Milwaukee? New program aims to help.

Dining: Food Hall On Milwaukee Street Moves Forward
Dining

Food Hall On Milwaukee Street Moves Forward

You want choices? 18 different stalls planned for East Town food hall.

How Does Police Reform Compare To Other Cities?

How Does Police Reform Compare To Other Cities?

New report finds four areas for improvement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Seeks House Factory For Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Seeks House Factory For Century City

Proposal seeks to create jobs and as many as 800 highly energy efficient housing units per year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 20-Story AT&T Building Sold for $30 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

20-Story AT&T Building Sold for $30 Million

Will downtown building be redeveloped for some residential use, like other nearby towers?

Plats and Parcels: Wiegand Sells Apartment Buildings to Finance New West Side Hotel
Plats and Parcels

Wiegand Sells Apartment Buildings to Finance New West Side Hotel

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Friday Photos: The Marquette Crater
Friday Photos

The Marquette Crater

You have to look down to see university's new building currently.

Visual Art: Five-Foot-Tall Birds Coming to Lakeshore State Park
Visual Art

Five-Foot-Tall Birds Coming to Lakeshore State Park

The flock lands June 20th with backing from Black Box Fund.

City Hall: Mayor Creates Pension Crisis Task Force
City Hall

Mayor Creates Pension Crisis Task Force

City needs to find an additional $77 million annually starting in 2023.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sea Scouts Find New Home at Yacht Club
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sea Scouts Find New Home at Yacht Club

Port giving group the boot, but South Shore Yacht Club will provide new home.

Swigs Pub & Grill Up For Sale, For A Low Price

Swigs Pub & Grill Up For Sale, For A Low Price

Plus: The bar's role in the banning of pinball in Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cafe Planned Along Beerline Trail
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cafe Planned Along Beerline Trail

Plus: State approves Interstate 43 changes to accommodate trail expansion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Project Will Save Midtown Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Project Will Save Midtown Building

UniteWI leader plans to redevelop building on 25th and North to house nonprofit, new restaurant.

City Hall: Barrett Replacing FPC Chair, Vice Chair
City Hall

Barrett Replacing FPC Chair, Vice Chair

Three new appointments by mayor would reshape the Fire & Police Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walker’s Point Building Being Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walker’s Point Building Being Demolished

Creating large empty lot. Could site be redeveloped?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bauman’s Demolition Moratorium Killed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bauman’s Demolition Moratorium Killed

Two council members whose districts would be most affected are strongly opposed.

City Hall: Ethics Board Must Hire Outside Counsel. Why?
City Hall

Ethics Board Must Hire Outside Counsel. Why?

Confidential opinion involves City Attorney. Bauman thinks he's solved the mystery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hilton Confirms New Downtown Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hilton Confirms New Downtown Hotel

8-story, 155-room Tempo by Hilton project would bring "approachable lifestyle hotel" to former parking lot.

City Hall: Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates
City Hall

Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates

Fair warning to drivers, who haven't had to renew license plates since COVID-19 health order issued.

City Hall: City Could Spend $100,000 To Argue Over $100,000
City Hall

City Could Spend $100,000 To Argue Over $100,000

Fight between City Attorney Tearman Spencer and Common Council getting worse.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 2021 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
Eyes on Milwaukee

2021 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced

From big to small, the mayor picks 25 winners in 10 different aldermanic districts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Central Waters Brewing Taking Over Pabst Church
Eyes on Milwaukee

Central Waters Brewing Taking Over Pabst Church

Pilot brewery on Juneau Ave. in The Brewery District won't be vacant for long.

Urban Milwaukee Burned, Its Members Made It Rise

Urban Milwaukee Burned, Its Members Made It Rise

Fire could have been the end; instead it was a launchpad. Help us build what's next.

Plats and Parcels: Illinois Firm Continues East Side Buying Spree
Plats and Parcels

Illinois Firm Continues East Side Buying Spree

Plus: The Electric Apartments. And The Truth moves downtown

Friday Photos: 321 Jefferson Nears Completion
Friday Photos

321 Jefferson Nears Completion

Electrically-charged building nears completion in Historic Third Ward.

City Hall: Should Millions in Federal Aid Be Split Up By Aldermanic District?
City Hall

Should Millions in Federal Aid Be Split Up By Aldermanic District?

Council members float idea that would allocate some of the money by district instead of citywide.

City Hall: Supervisor Ryan Clancy Suing City After 2020 Arrest
City Hall

Supervisor Ryan Clancy Suing City After 2020 Arrest

Clancy's suit seeks to prohibit city from using curfews in the future and argues 2020 curfew violated due process.

Transportation: Port Wins Grant to Upgrade Cruise Ship Dock
Transportation

Port Wins Grant to Upgrade Cruise Ship Dock

City anticipates 2022 return of Great Lakes cruises.

City Hall: Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job
City Hall

Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job

Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.

Cancellation Reversed, Downer Classic Will Be Part of Bike Racing Series

Cancellation Reversed, Downer Classic Will Be Part of Bike Racing Series

Tour of America's Dairyland will host races on East Side main street on June 24th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deshea Agee Leaving King Drive BID
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deshea Agee Leaving King Drive BID

Executive director leaving to pursue undisclosed new opportunity.

City Hall: Barrett’s Annual Address Cites Challenges
City Hall

Barrett’s Annual Address Cites Challenges

Delayed by pandemic, his 2021 state-of-the-city-style speech strikes optimistic tone for future.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 620 WTMJ, ESPN Radio and The Truth Moving Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

620 WTMJ, ESPN Radio and The Truth Moving Downtown

After 80 years on Capitol Dr., city's venerable radio operation moving to The Avenue.

Night Market Returns to Downtown

Night Market Returns to Downtown

In August, one of Downtown's top events will enjoy a post-pandemic revival.

Transportation: Scooters Hit Milwaukee Streets
Transportation

Scooters Hit Milwaukee Streets

First wave arrives as Lime, Bird and Spin each deploy their scooters.

Dining: Hue Restaurant Expanding, Relocating
Dining

Hue Restaurant Expanding, Relocating

Two-story building with three apartments to be constructed on busy Bay View corner.

Plats and Parcels: Marketing Firm Moving from Third Ward to Walker’s Point
Plats and Parcels

Marketing Firm Moving from Third Ward to Walker’s Point

Plus: High-profile real estate attorney on the move

Friday Photos: A Flatiron House for the Lower East Side
Friday Photos

A Flatiron House for the Lower East Side

Desire for urban living yields unusual home shapes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will New Art Jumpstart Downtown?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will New Art Jumpstart Downtown?

Milwaukee Downtown hoping art draws people back to the heart of city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Soldiers Home Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Soldiers Home Redevelopment

See inside and learn the story of how a crumbling, Civil War-era complex was saved.

GMC Leader Julia Taylor Will Retire

GMC Leader Julia Taylor Will Retire

Greater Milwaukee Committee's first woman leader retiring in December after 19 years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vacant Building To Become Creative Hub
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vacant Building To Become Creative Hub

Tonda Thompson has big dreams for small building in Harambee.

City Hall: Council To Consider Closing VIP Lounge
City Hall

Council To Consider Closing VIP Lounge

Milwaukee Police Department backing bar's closure.

City Hall: Vaccination Rate Below 20% in One Milwaukee Neighborhood
City Hall

Vaccination Rate Below 20% in One Milwaukee Neighborhood

But your sewage doesn't lie, COVID-19 case rates are declining in the city.

City Hall: Council Approves Federal Drug Trafficking Grants
City Hall

Council Approves Federal Drug Trafficking Grants

Activist asks what success fighting War on Drugs looks like? MPD lists arrests, seizures.

Chris Larson Files To Run for U.S. Senate

Chris Larson Files To Run for U.S. Senate

State senator hopes to make move to Washington.

Transportation: Brewers, City Unveil Negro Leagues Streetcar
Transportation

Brewers, City Unveil Negro Leagues Streetcar

Vehicle, sponsored by Associated Bank, honors Milwaukee Bears.

City Hall: New Policies Incentivize City Residency for Milwaukee Police, Firefighters
City Hall

New Policies Incentivize City Residency for Milwaukee Police, Firefighters

Fire & Police Commission pushing for public safety departments that reflect the city they protect and serve.

City Hall: Lipski Appointed Fire Chief For One Year
City Hall

Lipski Appointed Fire Chief For One Year

Fire & Police Commission could open up internal search process next year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Office Building Sold to Milwaukee Tool
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Office Building Sold to Milwaukee Tool

Company hopes to have 650 workers in downtown Milwaukee by end of 2021.

Plats and Parcels: See Inside Convention Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

See Inside Convention Center Expansion

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Brady Street Development Underway
Friday Photos

Brady Street Development Underway

Two-story building will replace vacant lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Century City Building Has Two New Tenants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Century City Building Has Two New Tenants

Hundred Acre Food Tech and Craft Beverage Warehouse moving in.

Bucks Land New Sponsor For Jerseys

Bucks Land New Sponsor For Jerseys

Get ready to see a Motorola logo every time you see Giannis Antetokounmpo

City Hall: Barrett Backs Lipski For Fire Chief
City Hall

Barrett Backs Lipski For Fire Chief

Acting chief gains remarkably broad array of support for permanent fire chief.

Dining: Celesta Closes, But New Restaurant Planned
Dining

Celesta Closes, But New Restaurant Planned

Vegan restaurant specialized in plant-based versions of comfort foods.

City Hall: Arnitta Holliman Is New Head of Violence Prevention
City Hall

Arnitta Holliman Is New Head of Violence Prevention

She succeeds Reggie Moore as director of city's Office of Violence Prevention.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $140 Million, 32-Story Third Ward Tower Revealed
Eyes on Milwaukee

$140 Million, 32-Story Third Ward Tower Revealed

Residential tower would rise along Milwaukee River across from Milwaukee Public Market.

City Hall: Stimulus Funds Won’t Cancel Streetlighting Fee
City Hall

Stimulus Funds Won’t Cancel Streetlighting Fee

Sorry taxpayers, money from fee can't be replaced by pandemic aid, federal rules say.

City Hall: Judge Orders Alfonso Morales Gets His Job Back in 45 Days
City Hall

Judge Orders Alfonso Morales Gets His Job Back in 45 Days

Former police chief gets even more leverage on potential settlement.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Condo Plan Still a Parking Lot
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Condo Plan Still a Parking Lot

Eight-story project on Prospect delayed. Developer requests 5 more years for a parking lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Housing for Human Trafficking Victims
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Housing for Human Trafficking Victims

Foundations for Freedom will offer emergency housing for women forced into sex work.

Blanks, Milwaukee Film Building Second Major Festival

Blanks, Milwaukee Film Building Second Major Festival

The Cultures & Communities Festival focuses on people of color, seeks a national audience.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Could Require Laser Scanning of Buildings Slated for Demolition
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Could Require Laser Scanning of Buildings Slated for Demolition

Effort would create a database of lost buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mixed-Use Development Proposed for Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mixed-Use Development Proposed for Third Ward

Parking lot at Water and St. Paul would be location, but with how big of a building?

Dining: It’s Milwaukee’s First Asian Restaurant Week
Dining

It’s Milwaukee’s First Asian Restaurant Week

Nearly 50 restaurants to choose from. Do good while eating good.

Plats and Parcels: A Northwest Side Hub for Minority Entrepreneurs
Plats and Parcels

A Northwest Side Hub for Minority Entrepreneurs

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Transportation: Bublr Hosting E-Bike Preview May 19th
Transportation

Bublr Hosting E-Bike Preview May 19th

System adding 26 stations and more than 200 bikes this summer.

Friday Photos: Tribute Apartments Near Completion
Friday Photos

Tribute Apartments Near Completion

Marketing for River One's apartment building is centered on waterfront living.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Contaminated Canal To Become Restored Wetland
Eyes on Milwaukee

Contaminated Canal To Become Restored Wetland

MMSD and partners working to fill Burnham Canal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Royal Capital Celebrates Start of 53206 Housing Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Royal Capital Celebrates Start of 53206 Housing Development

See inside former school as redevelopment work starts.

Transportation: City Committee Approves Its Part of BRT Project
Transportation

City Committee Approves Its Part of BRT Project

Agreement will have the city getting paid to plow snow in exchange for giving up traffic lanes.

Milwaukee Removing Most COVID-19 Restrictions on June 15th

Milwaukee Removing Most COVID-19 Restrictions on June 15th

Health order expected to be reduced to a focus on masks.

Local CBD Business Sold For $20.6 Million

Local CBD Business Sold For $20.6 Million

Milwaukee entrepreneur Josh Delaney sells 80% of FABCBD to Canadian company.

Eyes on Milwaukee: RiverWalk Lofts Planned For 110-Year-Old Office Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

RiverWalk Lofts Planned For 110-Year-Old Office Building

River Bank Plaza will get redeveloped.

Transportation: The Return of Bird, Lime and Spin
Transportation

The Return of Bird, Lime and Spin

Starting June 1, up to 3,000 scooters could be on city streets.

Dining: Anchor Restaurant Announced For 3rd Street Market Hall
Dining

Anchor Restaurant Announced For 3rd Street Market Hall

Presenting Dairyland Old-Fashioned Frozen Custard and Hamburgers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet The 1500s
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet The 1500s

Office building and four townhomes planned for Jefferson Street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on The Couture
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on The Couture

Developer Rick Barrett is excited, greeting first construction equipment arriving on site.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A County Opinion on City Legal Dispute?
Eyes on Milwaukee

A County Opinion on City Legal Dispute?

Dispute between council and City Attorney gets ever stranger, as committee requests county corp counsel's opinion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Boston Store Is Being Transformed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Boston Store Is Being Transformed

See inside the HUB640 project in Downtown. Plus: Lobbying for a Target store.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harley-Davidson Museum Adding New Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harley-Davidson Museum Adding New Building

New event space will replace seasonal tent.

Plats and Parcels: Goodwill Moving Headquarters Back to City
Plats and Parcels

Goodwill Moving Headquarters Back to City

Plus: Big week of news including The Couture and Milwaukee Tool.

Friday Photos: Saint John’s on the Lake Completes Expansion Project
Friday Photos

Saint John’s on the Lake Completes Expansion Project

Construction is done, Prospect Avenue is fully open.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Boat Line Moves Upriver
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Boat Line Moves Upriver

Cruise line is now located on edge of Deer District and is planning 2021 season.

City Hall: Bay View Speedway Must Close Early After Robbery String
City Hall

Bay View Speedway Must Close Early After Robbery String

Police visited gas station 14 times between January 1st and February 11th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sentinel Building To Become 33 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sentinel Building To Become 33 Apartments

Mostly-vacant office building would see new life as housing.

Milwaukee Film Festival Returns Thursday

Milwaukee Film Festival Returns Thursday

15 days, 202 films, and no need to leave your couch.

The Return of Sculpture Milwaukee

The Return of Sculpture Milwaukee

Back this summer, again lining downtown streets, with guest curators, titled exhibit.

Eyes on Milwaukee: It’s ‘The Trade Milwaukee’ Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

It’s ‘The Trade Milwaukee’ Hotel

Marriott Hotel in Bucks Deer District will 'honor calloused hands that built' the city

City Hall: Council Closes Junior’s Cocktail Lounge
City Hall

Council Closes Junior’s Cocktail Lounge

After 22 police calls, $26,500 in COVID-19 fines and many neighbor complaints, council votes to shut down bar.

City Hall: Council Wants New Harassment Policy
City Hall

Council Wants New Harassment Policy

In wake of report chastising city attorney, council unanimously votes to create policy for elected officials.

City Hall: City Must Apologize to Sterling Brown
City Hall

City Must Apologize to Sterling Brown

Council approves settlement, which includes apology and changes in how police are trained.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays $20 Million Milwaukee Tool Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays $20 Million Milwaukee Tool Deal

Approved unanimously. Company wants to move quickly on occupying Westown building.

Should Miller Valley Be Champagne Region?

Should Miller Valley Be Champagne Region?

Molson Coors asks Milwaukee to designate the "Champagne of Beers region."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Building Not Historic, Commission Rules
Eyes on Milwaukee

Building Not Historic, Commission Rules

In rare decision, city Historic Preservation Commission refuses to designate St. Catherine Residence.

City Hall: City Will Increase Recycling Pickups
City Hall

City Will Increase Recycling Pickups

Every-other-week recycling pickups will begin in June for most households.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Construction Begins May 5th
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Construction Begins May 5th

After years of delays, financing secured for complicated project to build 44-story lakefront tower.

Plats and Parcels: Video Gaming Oasis Expanding
Plats and Parcels

Video Gaming Oasis Expanding

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news includes lots of projects.

Friday Photos: South Harbor Campus Rising Over Inner Harbor
Friday Photos

South Harbor Campus Rising Over Inner Harbor

The new headquarters of Komatsu Mining is taking shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: SmithGroup Will Design Harbor District Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

SmithGroup Will Design Harbor District Riverwalk

Survey underway to solicit community feedback.

2021 Arbor Day Marks Start of New Beer Tradition

2021 Arbor Day Marks Start of New Beer Tradition

City's annual holiday tree is now funding tree planting.

Tearman Spencer Vs. City Hall

Tearman Spencer Vs. City Hall

New City Attorney is quite public with his frustrations with those he is tasked with representing.

City Hall: 10 Milwaukee Parks Get Free Wi-Fi
City Hall

10 Milwaukee Parks Get Free Wi-Fi

City using CARES Act funding to expand free internet access to underserved communities.

City Hall: Milwaukee Faces Ambulance Shortage
City Hall

Milwaukee Faces Ambulance Shortage

Shortage of personnel and low reimbursement rate pushing private providers to quit city's 911 system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Advance Development Plans
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Advance Development Plans

Ongoing effort to grow Deer District neighborhood includes new hotel, office building and apartment complex.

City Hall: Pension Costs Will Cause Huge Worker Layoffs
City Hall

Pension Costs Will Cause Huge Worker Layoffs

One-sixth of city workforce projected for cuts by 2026, with added cuts in future years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 City Affordable Housing Projects Win State Financing
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 City Affordable Housing Projects Win State Financing

Will create 713 units in eight different neighborhoods. But huge Bay View project loses out.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Committee Amends Milwaukee Tool Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Committee Amends Milwaukee Tool Deal

Reporting requirements on employee race, gender, residency and wages added.

Transportation: Third New Airline Coming To Airport
Transportation

Third New Airline Coming To Airport

Sun Country Airlines to offer nonstop service from Mitchell Airport to Cancun, four other destinations.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Office Building Planned for Jefferson Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

Office Building Planned for Jefferson Street

Entrepreneur Josh Delaney plans to redevelop site on Lower East Side site.

City Hall: Sterling Brown Settlement Approved
City Hall

Sterling Brown Settlement Approved

City will issue apology and adopt slew of police policy changes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Local Construction Costs up 7% in 2021
Eyes on Milwaukee

Local Construction Costs up 7% in 2021

Growth in Milwaukee outpacing national cost hikes in first quarter of 2021.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer To Transform Walker’s Point Property
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer To Transform Walker’s Point Property

Apartments, new bar planned for Italianate mansion whose oldest portion dates to 1870.

Dining: The Soup House Is Closing
Dining

The Soup House Is Closing

After 21 years in business, downtown restaurant calling it quits.

Plats and Parcels: Sober Living Facility Will Replace Hostel
Plats and Parcels

Sober Living Facility Will Replace Hostel

Big change for distinctive Riverwest building. Plus: A busy week of real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Pushes Council To Accept Milwaukee Tool Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Pushes Council To Accept Milwaukee Tool Deal

Council seeking labor agreement for contracted service workers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hayat Pharmacy Will Open on Brady Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hayat Pharmacy Will Open on Brady Street

New pharmacy will occupy former Starbucks space.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway on New Downtown Hotel
Friday Photos

Construction Underway on New Downtown Hotel

Kinn MKE filling vacant building on Broadway and Michigan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: UW Credit Union Will Replace Arby’s in Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

UW Credit Union Will Replace Arby’s in Bay View

The credit union plans to demolish the Arby's. Kee Architecture would design the new building.

Transportation: Canadian Railroad Mergers Would Impact Milwaukee
Transportation

Canadian Railroad Mergers Would Impact Milwaukee

Canadian Pacific and Canadian National are vying to purchase Kansas City Southern.

Transportation: Daily Service Returns to Amtrak’s Milwaukee-Chicago Line
Transportation

Daily Service Returns to Amtrak’s Milwaukee-Chicago Line

Hiawatha Service was slashed one year ago amidst pandemic.

City Hall: DPW To Test Smart Garbage Truck Technology
City Hall

DPW To Test Smart Garbage Truck Technology

Could city fleet be used for reporting potholes and illegal dumping? Maybe.

Visual Art: New Mural Will Brighten Dark Intersection
Visual Art

New Mural Will Brighten Dark Intersection

City hires Tia Richardson to create vibrant work at 30th and Locust.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Report Finds Affordable Housing Problems
Eyes on Milwaukee

Report Finds Affordable Housing Problems

Wisconsin Policy Forum says more housing for low-income renters needed, particularly near suburban job centers.

Transportation: JetBlue Will Start Flying From Milwaukee in 2022
Transportation

JetBlue Will Start Flying From Milwaukee in 2022

Low-cost carrier will offer nonstop service to Boston and New York City.

New Foxconn Deal Cuts Incentives By $2.77 Billion

New Foxconn Deal Cuts Incentives By $2.77 Billion

State will provide company up to $80 million under drastically down-scaled deal.

Dining: New Restaurant Will Replace Birch + Butcher
Dining

New Restaurant Will Replace Birch + Butcher

Chef Kyle Knall will lead the new "hyper-seasonal" Birch restaurant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Element Apartments’ Construction Begins
Eyes on Milwaukee

Element Apartments’ Construction Begins

6-story building with 66 units. Redesign of S. 5th St. big draw for neighborhood investment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Creating Affordable Housing Action Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Creating Affordable Housing Action Plan

Seeking shared public-private agenda. 45% of households are "cost burdened" by housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Conversion of 1902 School Starting
Eyes on Milwaukee

Conversion of 1902 School Starting

Construction starts on long-planned project to turn old Phillis Wheatley School into apartments.

New Murals Celebrate Milwaukee

New Murals Celebrate Milwaukee

'Greetings from Milwaukee' and 'you are beautiful.' Get your selfie stick ready.

Evers Announces New, Smaller Foxconn Deal

Evers Announces New, Smaller Foxconn Deal

Company has failed to meet goals of original $4 billion agreement.

Plats and Parcels: Harbor District Building Slated for Redevelopment
Plats and Parcels

Harbor District Building Slated for Redevelopment

Plus: Changes at Eastcastle Place and a recap of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Quality of Life Plan Will Guide Harambee Neighborhood
Eyes on Milwaukee

Quality of Life Plan Will Guide Harambee Neighborhood

Effort will create shared vision for future of changing neighborhood.

Friday Photos: Trinity Woods Development Takes Shape on Mount Mary Campus
Friday Photos

Trinity Woods Development Takes Shape on Mount Mary Campus

Intergenerational housing complex is slated to open this fall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Public Museum Seeking Environmental Cleanup Funds
Eyes on Milwaukee

Public Museum Seeking Environmental Cleanup Funds

Will be used to support demolition of one three warehouses on future museum site.

Transportation: State Delaying Interstate 94 Expansion For New Study
Transportation

State Delaying Interstate 94 Expansion For New Study

Project opponents applaud the move.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Tool Deal Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Tool Deal Gets First Approval

But labor leaders call for community benefits agreement for service sector workers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Home Will Be Moved Three Blocks
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Home Will Be Moved Three Blocks

To make way for new Marquette sorority building, 1885 home at 16th and Kilbourn moving to lot on 19th St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bauman Proposes Moratorium On City Demolitions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bauman Proposes Moratorium On City Demolitions

Alderman proposes fixing all deteriorated city-owned homes using federal stimulus funds.

City Hall: City Must Decide How To Spend $405 Million
City Hall

City Must Decide How To Spend $405 Million

Latest federal COVID-19 stimulus plan creates pleasant challenge for mayor, council.

‘414 (New) Day’ is Love Letter to Milwaukee

‘414 (New) Day’ is Love Letter to Milwaukee

Milwaukee Day video offers a reflection on the past year, and hope for the next.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Illinois Firm Buying Up East Side Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

Illinois Firm Buying Up East Side Buildings

Fairchild Acquisition buys five apartment buildings in six months, with plans for more.

Dining: Pat’s Rib Place Coming To Public Market
Dining

Pat’s Rib Place Coming To Public Market

Southern barbecue restaurant run by Oprah Winfrey's niece will open this summer.

Urban Ideas: Fix Lead Poisoning, Not Lead Pipes
Urban Ideas

Fix Lead Poisoning, Not Lead Pipes

Biden proposes to get rid of lead pipes, but his plan falls far short of tackling lead poisoning.

City Hall: Reggie Moore Leaving Office of Violence Prevention
City Hall

Reggie Moore Leaving Office of Violence Prevention

After 5 years on the job, Moore will shift focus from local to national change in new role.

City Hall: Spencer’s Conduct Could Spur New City Harassment Law
City Hall

Spencer’s Conduct Could Spur New City Harassment Law

Six employees accuse City Attorney but report finds city law doesn't cover elected officials.

Dining: It’s Black Restaurant Week
Dining

It’s Black Restaurant Week

20 restaurants across the city offer a range of tasty fare.

Plats and Parcels: Former Ballet HQ Becoming Dance Studio
Plats and Parcels

Former Ballet HQ Becoming Dance Studio

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: Long-Awaited McKinley School Redevelopment Moving Forward
Friday Photos

Long-Awaited McKinley School Redevelopment Moving Forward

Environmental remediation work is underway on fire-damaged school

Milwaukee Anticipates New COVID-19 Restrictions Next Week

Milwaukee Anticipates New COVID-19 Restrictions Next Week

City "anticipates" moving from Phase Six to Phase Five of its health order.

Transportation: Freeway Expansion Opponents To Meet With Biden Administration
Transportation

Freeway Expansion Opponents To Meet With Biden Administration

Biden and Buttigieg might be more willing than Evers to halt project.

Visual Art: Beyond Van Gogh Exhibit Debuts July 9th
Visual Art

Beyond Van Gogh Exhibit Debuts July 9th

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 9th.

Transportation: MCTS Increasing Bus Capacity Limits
Transportation

MCTS Increasing Bus Capacity Limits

Up to 20 riders per bus will be allowed starting April 12th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Evicting Sea Scouts for New Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Evicting Sea Scouts for New Tenant

Free-rent deal being canceled for undisclosed, job-creating tenant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dohmen Buys Second Bronzeville Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dohmen Buys Second Bronzeville Building

Building to house commercial kitchen for foundation's Cooked business and Food for Health program.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Habitat Building 80 Homes in Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Habitat Building 80 Homes in Harambee

Backed by Bader Philanthropies, Habitat aims to transform the fortunes of neighborhood and families

Eyes on Milwaukee: 88Nine’s Tarik Moody Joining City Plan Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

88Nine’s Tarik Moody Joining City Plan Commission

Moody will put his background in architecture to good use in new role.

2021 Spring General Election Results

2021 Spring General Election Results

Races for circuit court judge, school board and county supervisor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How The Milwaukee Tool Deal Works
Eyes on Milwaukee

How The Milwaukee Tool Deal Works

Yes, it's $20 million in city cash for 2,000 downtown jobs, but that barely begins to describe the complex agreement.

Milwaukee Strikes Out On MLB All-Star Game

Milwaukee Strikes Out On MLB All-Star Game

Denver, not Milwaukee, lands All-Star Game.

Visual Art: Artist Selected For Downtown’s Largest Mural
Visual Art

Artist Selected For Downtown’s Largest Mural

Greg Gossel will paint 9,600-square-foot mural in Schlitz Park this summer.

Plats and Parcels: Irgens Seeking To Designate Former M&I Building As Historic
Plats and Parcels

Irgens Seeking To Designate Former M&I Building As Historic

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Transportation: First Streetcar Smart Kiosks Installed
Transportation

First Streetcar Smart Kiosks Installed

Each with interactive displays mixing ads, streetcar arrival data and PSA's.

Friday Photos: Malt House Lofts Prepares To Open
Friday Photos

Malt House Lofts Prepares To Open

118-unit apartment building opening in The Brewery District once owned by Pabst.

City Hall: Barrett Pitches Milwaukee As Replacement for MLB All-Star Game
City Hall

Barrett Pitches Milwaukee As Replacement for MLB All-Star Game

MLB pulls game from Georgia after voting restrictions adopted.

City Hall: Milwaukee Could Suspend Street Lighting Fee
City Hall

Milwaukee Could Suspend Street Lighting Fee

But property owners will need to pay at least once.

Transportation: Biden Infrastructure Plan Adds Amtrak Service To Madison, Green Bay
Transportation

Biden Infrastructure Plan Adds Amtrak Service To Madison, Green Bay

Plan also calls for enhanced service on existing Hiawatha line.

Transportation: Dockless Scooters Will Return in 2021, With Restrictions
Transportation

Dockless Scooters Will Return in 2021, With Restrictions

Companies could be barred from operating if riders use sidewalks.

City Hall: Council Makes Street Name Changes Easier
City Hall

Council Makes Street Name Changes Easier

New rule requires four-fifths of council to approve. Cesar Chavez Dr. extension next?

Eyes on Milwaukee: TIF District Will Support Central City Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

TIF District Will Support Central City Housing

Revenue from surging Sigma chemicals TIF district will help three struggling TIFs.

Eyes on Milwaukee:  Milwaukee Tool Could Bring 2,000 Jobs Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Tool Could Bring 2,000 Jobs Downtown

City would provide up to $20 million to lure fast-growing company to Downtown.

Dead Bird Brewing Raising Funds To Expand

Dead Bird Brewing Raising Funds To Expand

Brewery looking to expand in-house brewing capacity as it charts post-pandemic future.

City Hall: Study Could Lead to Racial Preferences in Contracts
City Hall

Study Could Lead to Racial Preferences in Contracts

Council has sought change for more than a decade. Study will be released soon.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deer District Hotel Secures First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deer District Hotel Secures First Approval

Plan Commission okays Milwaukee Bucks high-end hotel across from Fiserv Forum.

City Hall: Police Chief Search Loses a Top Candidate
City Hall

Police Chief Search Loses a Top Candidate

Malik Aziz will become police chief in Maryland. Will this benefit Acting Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman?

Plats and Parcels: Journal Sentinel Complex Becoming Education Pipeline
Plats and Parcels

Journal Sentinel Complex Becoming Education Pipeline

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news

Friday Photos: New Homes Take Shape in Urban Subdivisions
Friday Photos

New Homes Take Shape in Urban Subdivisions

Four new houses rising on near west side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View’s Most Valuable House Has New Owner
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View’s Most Valuable House Has New Owner

Former alderman Tony Zielinski sells both of his houses, now lives in Florida.

City Hall: New Police Grant Approved With Little Scrutiny
City Hall

New Police Grant Approved With Little Scrutiny

Latest grant got two minutes of discussion, not months of meetings.

Transportation: Feedback Wanted On Proposed Second Train to Twin Cities
Transportation

Feedback Wanted On Proposed Second Train to Twin Cities

WisDOT seeking feedback as part of federal review process. 2024 start proposed.

City Hall: City Rejects Hawley Rd. Flood Settlement
City Hall

City Rejects Hawley Rd. Flood Settlement

Residents left soaked with costs after settlement agreement falls apart. Their attorney thinks it might cost even more to sue.

Vote April 6th: Guide to Candidates in Spring Election
Vote April 6th

Guide to Candidates in Spring Election

State Superintendent, Circuit Court Judge, County Board and School Board races on ballot.

Milwaukee Chip Co. Is Purely Local

Milwaukee Chip Co. Is Purely Local

New business sells Wisconsin-grown potatoes, locally manufactured, with a unique taste.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Building Wins Design Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Building Wins Design Approval

New event venue's revised, faux-industrial style design okayed by Third Ward review panel.

City Hall: Council Wants Ann Wilson Off Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Council Wants Ann Wilson Off Fire & Police Commission

9-6 vote against her reappointment. But they lack the authority to remove her.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Commercial Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Commercial Buildings

Looking to buy? City has buildings and lots for sale in three areas of town.

Eyes on Milwaukee: North and Summit Apartment Proposal Revised
Eyes on Milwaukee

North and Summit Apartment Proposal Revised

Seven-story building drew substantial opposition when introduced last year.

City Hall: Proposal Ends Fines for Pot Possession
City Hall

Proposal Ends Fines for Pot Possession

No fines for possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for a first-time offense.

City Hall: New Street Lighting Fee Will Be Levied
City Hall

New Street Lighting Fee Will Be Levied

Look for it on your next water bill. Fee will pay for more city electricians.

Plats and Parcels: 330 Kilbourn Office Complex To Be Sold
Plats and Parcels

330 Kilbourn Office Complex To Be Sold

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New East Side Homes
Friday Photos

New East Side Homes

Two new houses rising in North Point historic district.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Small Apartment Building Planned for Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Small Apartment Building Planned for Harambee

Three-story building will expand senior housing complex on near North Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves New Deal for The Couture
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves New Deal for The Couture

After infighting, City Hall clearing way for $188 million tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Says Bay View Cottages Are Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Says Bay View Cottages Are Historic

But Common Council will grant final decision.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deal on The Couture Pending
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deal on The Couture Pending

Common Council will review revised agreement for $188 million tower Friday morning.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Redevelopment Authority Wants Riverfront Parking Lot Developed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Redevelopment Authority Wants Riverfront Parking Lot Developed

Plus: Bucks get permission to continue to use Park East land for parking for two more years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv Forum Hotel Would Rise Nine Stories, Have Two Restaurants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv Forum Hotel Would Rise Nine Stories, Have Two Restaurants

Rooftop bar, floor targeted at NBA teams and a two-story presidential suite are planned.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor District Developer Seeks New Tenants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor District Developer Seeks New Tenants

Six-building campus along KK River formerly used by fire damage repair company now part of Harbor District renaissance.

Members Only: Get Free Tickets to ‘Where the Waters Meet’ Exhibit
Members Only

Get Free Tickets to ‘Where the Waters Meet’ Exhibit

Two tickets with a $14 value to Historical Society exhibit for Urban Milwaukee members.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Attorney Blocking The Couture
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Attorney Blocking The Couture

Spencer won't sign off on revised deal for downtown tower, saying Ald. Bauman overstepped his authority.

Judge Blomme Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

Judge Blomme Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

Investigation led by Attorney General Kaul cites judge's alleged use of Kik messaging app.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Solving the Townhome Design Dilemma?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Solving the Townhome Design Dilemma?

Committee okays New Land's downtown apartments and townhomes project. Redesigned patio aims to be public-facing yet private.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves 122-Room Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves 122-Room Hotel

Woodspring Suites' extended-stay hotel planned for far northwest edge of city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Big Property Owners Gear Up To Sue City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Big Property Owners Gear Up To Sue City

Record challenges to 2020 assessments now headed to court.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Troubled Tavern Could Become Veteran’s Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Troubled Tavern Could Become Veteran’s Housing

Southside-focused real estate firm buying S. 6th St. building.

Plats and Parcels: 1850’s Home, 1907 Schlitz Bar To Become Apartments
Plats and Parcels

1850’s Home, 1907 Schlitz Bar To Become Apartments

A four-unit complex in Walker's Point. Plus: The week's top real estate news.

City Hall: Council Closes Gene’s Supper Club
City Hall

Council Closes Gene’s Supper Club

Multiple shootings in past year drive police, neighbors and alderman to seek bar's closure.

Friday Photos: Villard Commons Opens
Friday Photos

Villard Commons Opens

New apartment building is already full

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Fundraising for Gas Light Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Fundraising for Gas Light Park

Playground would be the first in the neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Breaking Ground On Innovation-Focused Business School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marquette Breaking Ground On Innovation-Focused Business School

School could include return of two-way traffic to N. 16th St.

City Hall: Council Committee Rejects MPD Request To Be Featured on Crime Show
City Hall

Council Committee Rejects MPD Request To Be Featured on Crime Show

MPD sees it as public relations improvement. Alderman sees it as "trauma porn."

Transportation: Scooters Could Return To City In May
Transportation

Scooters Could Return To City In May

Common Council creating path for scooters, and with usage beyond Downtown.

City Hall: Another Council Committee Opposes Wilson
City Hall

Another Council Committee Opposes Wilson

Majority of council opposes Ann Wilson's reappointment to Fire & Police Commission.

City Hall: City Seeks Fresh Food Access Innovators
City Hall

City Seeks Fresh Food Access Innovators

$200,000 in matching grants for winning applicants to Fresh Food Access Fund.

Local Running Group Gets National Coverage

Local Running Group Gets National Coverage

F.E.A.R. MKE turning heads, integrating running world, gaining a following.

Transportation: State To Fund Road, Rails for Komatsu
Transportation

State To Fund Road, Rails for Komatsu

$1.73 million helps fund lowering S. Kinnickinnic Ave. so trucks can get to huge Komatsu manufacturing campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Commission Okays New Land Apartment Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Commission Okays New Land Apartment Project

251-unit complex Nova would rise on busy downtown street where Buca's once stood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Apartments Move Forward, But…
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Apartments Move Forward, But…

Historic Commission wants stained glass windows reused. That's a problem.

Plats and Parcels: Shrouded Walker’s Point Building Sold
Plats and Parcels

Shrouded Walker’s Point Building Sold

Plus: A run down of the week's real estate news.

Friday Photos: New Townhomes for Riverwest
Friday Photos

New Townhomes for Riverwest

Kenosha developer constructing units on virgin soil.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Do New Apartments Lower Rents?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Do New Apartments Lower Rents?

Study finds prices increase, or decrease, based on what price tier they're in.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Timber Lofts Wins National Design Award
Eyes on Milwaukee

Timber Lofts Wins National Design Award

City's first mass timber project, in Walker's Point, chosen best new wood apartment building.

New Great Lakes Water Diversion Request

New Great Lakes Water Diversion Request

Kenosha County's Village of Somers wants to draw water outside of Great Lakes Basin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Costs Projected To Rise 3% in 2021
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Costs Projected To Rise 3% in 2021

Report shows Milwaukee costs are under national average, but the gap is shrinking.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Shorewood Chooses Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Shorewood Chooses Affordable Housing

Suburb makes history with its use of TIF district. Could this influence other suburbs?

Eyes on Milwaukee: California Firm Buys Whole Foods Property
Eyes on Milwaukee

California Firm Buys Whole Foods Property

East side property has changed hands twice in five years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Wants To Design Harbor Riverwalk?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Wants To Design Harbor Riverwalk?

City seeks designer for 0.75-mile Harbor District segment bordering Komatsu site.

34 Vaccine Doses Spoil at Wisconsin Center

34 Vaccine Doses Spoil at Wisconsin Center

Miscommunication causes loss, as city rushed to contact unscheduled recipients.

Tour of America’s Dairyland Plans Summer Races

Tour of America’s Dairyland Plans Summer Races

Series drops Bay View, adds Brady Street. But final decision depends on state of pandemic

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nacho City Planned For 38th and North
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nacho City Planned For 38th and North

Restaurant would sell nachos and tacos in the city's Washington Park neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Pushes Century City to Make USPS Trucks
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Pushes Century City to Make USPS Trucks

Council members and mayor urge Oshkosh Corporation to consider Milwaukee location.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Updating Downtown Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Updating Downtown Plan

Equity and inclusion at forefront of latest effort.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Wants To Name the Wisconsin Center?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Wants To Name the Wisconsin Center?

National group hired to sell naming rights as part of center's expansion plan.

Plats and Parcels: The Milwaukee Public Museum’s Big Week
Plats and Parcels

The Milwaukee Public Museum’s Big Week

Plus: A recap of a busy week for Milwaukee real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See The Future Associated Bank River Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

See The Future Associated Bank River Center

Plans and renderings, how bank will modernize former Milwaukee Center, inside and out.

Friday Photos: Senior Housing for Lower East Side
Friday Photos

Senior Housing for Lower East Side

Former office building on Farwell will become 65-bed assisted living facility.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Shorewood Debates Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Shorewood Debates Affordable Housing

CDA board opposes extending TIF district for affordable housing. How will village board vote?

Dining: Food Hall Planned for Downtown
Dining

Food Hall Planned for Downtown

Chicago group targeting two possible East Town sites for 20-stall food hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 251 Apartments Planned for Buca’s Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

251 Apartments Planned for Buca’s Site

New Land will build nine-story apartment complex on sloped site at 1237 N. Van Buren St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Redevelops Pre-Civil War Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Redevelops Pre-Civil War Building

Four-story, Walker's Point building with 'ogee arches' to become 12 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Puddler’s Cottage Given Temporary Historic Protection
Eyes on Milwaukee

Puddler’s Cottage Given Temporary Historic Protection

House is at least 153 years old, but is it historic?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Event Venue Planned for Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Event Venue Planned for Third Ward

Black Swan plans new venue in historic-looking building it would construct.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Phase Two of City Place Apartments Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Phase Two of City Place Apartments Advances

Groundbreaking planned this year for 38-unit, four-story building on vacant site.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nominations Open for 2021 Mayor’s Design Awards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nominations Open for 2021 Mayor’s Design Awards

City looking for "design excellence" across Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Youth Arts Center Expanding
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Youth Arts Center Expanding

Groundbreaking Tuesday will greatly expand footprint within former Schlitz plant

Eyes on Milwaukee: Build a Better City From Your Couch
Eyes on Milwaukee

Build a Better City From Your Couch

Annual Congress for the New Urbanism pivots to virtual format.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building for Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building for Walker’s Point

Heavily-altered 1880 building on 5th Street to be demolished for six-story, 66-unit building.

Plats and Parcels: Sentinel Building May Become Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Sentinel Building May Become Apartments

Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: WallyPark’s Closing Is County’s Gain
Eyes on Milwaukee

WallyPark’s Closing Is County’s Gain

Private airport parking purveyor goes under, should increase Mitchell airport's revenue.

Friday Photos: New Bay View Project Takes Its Place
Friday Photos

New Bay View Project Takes Its Place

BV+ is an 18-unit, two-story apartment building on Kinnickinnic.

Transportation: Who Wants To Run Active Streets Program?
Transportation

Who Wants To Run Active Streets Program?

City looking to pay organizations to program and monitor selected streets in 2021.

WI Daily: 657 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

657 New COVID-19 Cases

10 deaths reported

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Apartments for Downer Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Apartments for Downer Avenue

New owner converting office space into 13 units.

Transportation: Railroad Expansion in the Harbor District
Transportation

Railroad Expansion in the Harbor District

Komatsu Mining would construct a RR spur that crosses E. Greenfield Ave. to serve its plant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Urban Farm for Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Urban Farm for Century City

Planet to Plate submits plans to construct facility in long dormant area of city.

Alex Lasry Files To Run for Senate

Alex Lasry Files To Run for Senate

Bucks VP is one of many Democrats interested in seat.

WI Daily: 624 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

624 New COVID-19 Cases

38 deaths reported

Bucks Reopening Fiserv Forum To Fans

Bucks Reopening Fiserv Forum To Fans

Team shows off phased reopening plan, beginning with 10% of capacity.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three Port Buildings Being Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three Port Buildings Being Demolished

Port making way for biggest investment in seven decades.

WI Daily: Lowest One Day COVID-19 Case Total Since August 31st
WI Daily

Lowest One Day COVID-19 Case Total Since August 31st

Cases, deaths, hospitalizations all on steady downward trajectory

City Hall: DeVougas Resigns From Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

DeVougas Resigns From Fire & Police Commission

Attorney was subject of police video leak that resulted in ethics investigation.

City Hall: FPC Members, City Attorney Blew Off Inspector General Interview Requests
City Hall

FPC Members, City Attorney Blew Off Inspector General Interview Requests

Fallout and confusion from the Morales fiasco gets worse.

City Hall: 38 Citations Issued for COVID-19 Violations
City Hall

38 Citations Issued for COVID-19 Violations

VIP Lounge received $11,000 of $28,000 in fines issued by the city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 22 More Apartments for Plankinton Arcade
Eyes on Milwaukee

22 More Apartments for Plankinton Arcade

With another 50 in the pipeline as Grand Avenue Mall continues move toward more residential spaces.

WI Daily: 5,477 New COVID-19 Cases in Past Week
WI Daily

5,477 New COVID-19 Cases in Past Week

Weekly total is now barely more than daily average in November.

Plats and Parcels: New State Office Building Project Takes Major Step Forward
Plats and Parcels

New State Office Building Project Takes Major Step Forward

Plus: A rundown of this week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 752 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

752 New COVID-19 Cases

30-day rolling death average falls below 30 for first time since early November.

Honky Tonk Bar Planned for Brady Street

Honky Tonk Bar Planned for Brady Street

Nashville North will open in former Up and Under Pub.

City Hall: Mayor Appoints Jodie Tabak Chief of Staff
City Hall

Mayor Appoints Jodie Tabak Chief of Staff

Communications director promoted, as Paul Vornholt takes job in Racine.

WI Daily: 938 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

938 New COVID-19 Cases

Rolling seven-day total continues on downward trend.

U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger Resigning

U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger Resigning

Resignation comes as part of Trump-Biden turnover.

Friday Photos: THIRTEEN31’s Rise
Friday Photos

THIRTEEN31’s Rise

New apartment building takes shape in Walker's Point.

City Hall: State Says Health Department Needs Improvement Plan
City Hall

State Says Health Department Needs Improvement Plan

MHD is in trouble, but the blame goes back four commissioners.

Evers’ Budget Proposal Would Allow Milwaukee Sales Tax

Evers’ Budget Proposal Would Allow Milwaukee Sales Tax

City and county officials have been pursuing option for over a year.

Transportation: Canada, Not COVID-19, Could End Great Lakes Cruises in 2021
Transportation

Canada, Not COVID-19, Could End Great Lakes Cruises in 2021

Great Lakes cruises could have happened with smaller ships, safety protocols said port official.

City Hall: Attorney Didn’t Want Inspector General Report Made Public
City Hall

Attorney Didn’t Want Inspector General Report Made Public

Publication threatens the city's defense in Morales case argues Spencer.

WI Daily: 1,239 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,239 New COVID-19 Cases

First time over 1,000 cases in five days.

Vote Tuesday: State Superintendent, County Board and School Board on the Ballot
Vote Tuesday

State Superintendent, County Board and School Board on the Ballot

Non-partisan, education-centric primary kicks off spring election season.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Share Your Vision for The Future of Soldiers Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

Share Your Vision for The Future of Soldiers Home

February 12th deadline to offer feedback.

Six Steps To Improve Fire Safety

Six Steps To Improve Fire Safety

After three fatal fires in two weeks, Fire Department and city officials offer safety tips.

City Hall: Report Finds FPC Ignored City Attorney’s Advice
City Hall

Report Finds FPC Ignored City Attorney’s Advice

City Inspector General blames, adds more troubles for Fire & Police Commission.

WI Daily: Daily New COVID-19 Case Average Under 1,000
WI Daily

Daily New COVID-19 Case Average Under 1,000

Indicators keep moving in positive directions for public health, but are still at elevated levels compared to much of 2020.

Koss Family, Insiders Get Rich On Stock Jump

Koss Family, Insiders Get Rich On Stock Jump

Company insiders cash in on Wall Street feud. And the Journal Sentinel's huge error.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Get $17.6 Million Federal Rent Assistance Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Get $17.6 Million Federal Rent Assistance Grant

COVID-19 relief funds meant to prevent homelessness, reduce pandemic's spread.

City Hall: New City Health Commissioner Approved
City Hall

New City Health Commissioner Approved

Kirsten Johnson's appointment sails through council.

WI Daily: Over 25,000 Hospitalized With COVID-19 Since Pandemic Began
WI Daily

Over 25,000 Hospitalized With COVID-19 Since Pandemic Began

But new hospitalizations are slowing, part of an overall deceleration of disease spread.

Dining: Burger King Planned for Southwest Side
Dining

Burger King Planned for Southwest Side

Eleventh Burger King in city will be at 76th and Oklahoma, next to the Waukesha water project's pumping station.

City Hall: Council Reduces Mayoral Power
City Hall

Council Reduces Mayoral Power

A Barrett slap down. 15-0 vote restricts mayor's power over Historic Preservation Commission.

Transportation: 27th Street Next for Mass Transit Plan?
Transportation

27th Street Next for Mass Transit Plan?

Bus rapid transit? Light rail line? County will hold public meetings to explore options.

Transportation: Council Disagrees on I-94 Expansion
Transportation

Council Disagrees on I-94 Expansion

Council once opposed it, but now wavering. Bauman blames disinformation by unions and WisDOT.

City Hall: Old World Third St. Will Be MLK Drive
City Hall

Old World Third St. Will Be MLK Drive

Council unanimously approves naming entire street to honor civil rights leader.

Eyes on Milwaukee: McKinley School Project’s Final Design Okayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

McKinley School Project’s Final Design Okayed

'Worst building ever seen' by city DNS will be turned into 35 apartments.

WI Daily: Lowest New Case Total Since August 31st
WI Daily

Lowest New Case Total Since August 31st

COVID-19 cases on a downward trend, but Monday is also regularly lowest reported total of week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic District Sought for Bay View Cottages
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic District Sought for Bay View Cottages

District would include 7 "puddler's cottages" on Superior St., all more than 115 years old, possibly 154.

Anti-Displacement Grants Double in 2020

Anti-Displacement Grants Double in 2020

To prevent gentrification, 116 greater downtown homeowners received help with property taxes.

Wisconsin 8th in Nation in Vaccines Used

Wisconsin 8th in Nation in Vaccines Used

Has administered 80.2% of all doses it has received, better than 42 states, according to CDC.

WI Daily: 671 New COVID-19 Cases, Lowest Since Christmas Holiday
WI Daily

671 New COVID-19 Cases, Lowest Since Christmas Holiday

Case count falling faster than testing totals

Plats and Parcels: Redevelopment Restarts on Walker’s Point Building
Plats and Parcels

Redevelopment Restarts on Walker’s Point Building

Building constructed on site steeped in Milwaukee history. And a week of real estate news.

Wisconsin Would Use Marijuana Legalization to Pay For Education, Equity

Wisconsin Would Use Marijuana Legalization to Pay For Education, Equity

Evers will include proposal in his upcoming executive budget.

WI Daily: New COVID-19 Cases at Lowest Point Since September 13th
WI Daily

New COVID-19 Cases at Lowest Point Since September 13th

But new case, hospitalization and death totals are still higher than at any point earlier than September.

Friday Photos: The DNR’s New Digs
Friday Photos

The DNR’s New Digs

New Milwaukee office will be located in an unnatural location.

WI Daily: 6,020 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19
WI Daily

6,020 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19

State crosses 6,000-death threshold in past 24 hours.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Center Would Become Up To 25 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Center Would Become Up To 25 Apartments

New filings reveal more of Ascendant's new plan for the 132-year-old building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cafe, Clinic Opening In Redeveloped King Drive Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cafe, Clinic Opening In Redeveloped King Drive Building

Bader Philanthropies backs creation of Sam's Place, new home for Shalem Healing.

WI Daily: 18 Out of 100 People in Menominee County Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

18 Out of 100 People in Menominee County Have Tested Positive for COVID-19

Rate is nearly double the state average.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Creating Plan to Develop and Preserve Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Creating Plan to Develop and Preserve Bay View

New area plan would create shared vision for future of neighborhood.

Republicans End Mask Mandate, Evers Puts It Back In Place

Republicans End Mask Mandate, Evers Puts It Back In Place

Governor issues new health order after Republicans end his prior one.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Demolition Underway on River One
Eyes on Milwaukee

Demolition Underway on River One

Following explosion, construction and demolition are occurring side by side.

WI Daily: Only 5 of 72 Counties Show Growing COVID-19 Case Burdens
WI Daily

Only 5 of 72 Counties Show Growing COVID-19 Case Burdens

Vilas County currently has a worst-in-Wisconsin rate.

City’s New Vaccine Scheduling Tool Fills Up Quickly

City’s New Vaccine Scheduling Tool Fills Up Quickly

Health department says to check back Friday to schedule vaccination.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Center Could House Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Center Could House Apartments

Once slated to be a hotel with a new tower, historic downtown building would now become housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays City Funds for Convent Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays City Funds for Convent Project

School Sisters of St. Francis transforming south-side home into 63 apartments.

City Hall: New 911 Call Center Aims For Speed
City Hall

New 911 Call Center Aims For Speed

City system promises faster pickups, fewer dropped calls, ability to dispatch based on officer location.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mayor Could Lose Control of Historic Preservation Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mayor Could Lose Control of Historic Preservation Commission

Bauman and council committee support council president appointing HPC members.

WI Daily: 1,095 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,095 New COVID-19 Cases

DHS reports 40 deaths.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Daycare Owner Buying Lloyd St. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Daycare Owner Buying Lloyd St. Building

Charlotte Randolph has been paying rent to tax-delinquent owner for nine years and will now buy the building.

New Milwaukee Health Order Eases Capacity Restrictions

New Milwaukee Health Order Eases Capacity Restrictions

New order eases pathway to fans at Fiserv Forum events, opening other venues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Deconstruction Firm Makes Progress
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Deconstruction Firm Makes Progress

But citywide deconstruction requirement will again be suspended until March 2022.

Milwaukee Featured In Super Bowl Ad

Milwaukee Featured In Super Bowl Ad

Vince Lombardi won't walk the streets of Green Bay, but of downtown Milwaukee and Walker's Point.

Summerfest Moving to September for 2021

Summerfest Moving to September for 2021

Another June festival announces delay.

WI Daily: State Ends January With 61,313 New COVID-19 Cases, 1,037 Deaths
WI Daily

State Ends January With 61,313 New COVID-19 Cases, 1,037 Deaths

Trends show slowing disease spread, but still far ahead of most of 2020.

Transportation: City Pushing Back On Interstate 94 Expansion, Not Reconstruction
Transportation

City Pushing Back On Interstate 94 Expansion, Not Reconstruction

City poised to lobby feds to slow down WisDOT.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Industrial Building Planned For Far Northwest Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Industrial Building Planned For Far Northwest Side

Luther Group developing new building in Park Park business park.

City Hall: New Health Commissioner Wins First Endorsement
City Hall

New Health Commissioner Wins First Endorsement

Kirsten Johnson gets backing of Public Safety & Health Committee.

WI Daily: 1,007 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,007 New COVID-19 Cases

Active hospitalizations increase by 40 to 697.

Plats and Parcels: Steam Tunnel Flood Repairs Will Cost Over $60 Million
Plats and Parcels

Steam Tunnel Flood Repairs Will Cost Over $60 Million

Plus: Conagra closing Milwaukee plant and logistics company moving to Bay View.

WI Daily: 1,493 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,493 New COVID-19 Cases

9,556 new cases in the past week.

WI Daily: 1 in 10 Milwaukee County Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19
WI Daily

1 in 10 Milwaukee County Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19

But under 10,000 people in Wisconsin have tested positive in past week for first time since September.

Friday Photos: La Causa’s New Home
Friday Photos

La Causa’s New Home

Hispanic-focused non-profit developing administration building in Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Public Museum Selects Architects, Contractors for New Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

Public Museum Selects Architects, Contractors for New Home

Five firms will guide design and development for new home for MPM and Betty Brinn Children's Museum.

Dining: Belli’s Bistro Moving to Old Honeypie Space
Dining

Belli’s Bistro Moving to Old Honeypie Space

Two restaurants moving in Bay View, creating space for a third.

WI Daily: 1,802 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,802 New COVID-19 Cases

Weekly case totals keep dropping

Dining: Blackwood Brothers Restaurant Coming to Bay View
Dining

Blackwood Brothers Restaurant Coming to Bay View

New American restaurant will offer comfort food, brunch.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fire Department HQ Being Renamed For Wisconsin’s First Black Architect
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fire Department HQ Being Renamed For Wisconsin’s First Black Architect

Alonzo Robinson was a trailblazing architect

WI Daily: New COVID-19 Cases Still Coming in Faster Than Any Point Last Summer
WI Daily

New COVID-19 Cases Still Coming in Faster Than Any Point Last Summer

Seven-day rolling total keeps falling, but is still ahead of any date before September 17th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Hilton Hotel Planned for Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Hilton Hotel Planned for Downtown

8-story Tempo by Hilton would be constructed on old Journal Sentinel parking lot on Third Street.

Transportation: Study Released For 6.7-Mile 30th Street Trail
Transportation

Study Released For 6.7-Mile 30th Street Trail

Plan envisions shared-use trail for bikers, pedestrians, perhaps commuter rail across the middle of city's North Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward to Get Marriott Boutique Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward to Get Marriott Boutique Hotel

Hoffco building would create base for 11-story, 102-room hotel; gets conceptual okay from design board.

City Hall: Key Players Back Renaming Old World Third to MLK Drive
City Hall

Key Players Back Renaming Old World Third to MLK Drive

Westown Association, Mayor, all 15 council members back proposal. But there are complications.

Koss Stock Up Over 1,000% In Three Days

Koss Stock Up Over 1,000% In Three Days

Milwaukee company caught in global financial battle.

WI Daily: New COVID-19 Cases At Lowest Point Since Mid-September
WI Daily

New COVID-19 Cases At Lowest Point Since Mid-September

Despite trending lower, cases are still higher than at any point before September

Koss Stock Surges Following Tweet, Short Squeeze

Koss Stock Surges Following Tweet, Short Squeeze

Stock market battle between Reddit retail traders and hedge funds boosts Milwaukee firm's stock.

Vaccine Tampering Pharmacist Pleads Guilty

Vaccine Tampering Pharmacist Pleads Guilty

Grafton resident Steven Brandenburg pleads to federal charges, still faces state charges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former Gimbels Will Be “ThriveOn King”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former Gimbels Will Be “ThriveOn King”

$84.5 million MLK Drive project to have 77 apartments and offices for medical college and Greater Milwaukee Foundation.

MKE County: Bradford Beach Restaurant Advancing
MKE County

Bradford Beach Restaurant Advancing

Concessionaire plans to add full-service restaurant to historic beach house.

Mensah Now a Waukesha Sheriff’s Deputy

Mensah Now a Waukesha Sheriff’s Deputy

Wauwatosa Police officer who killed three people over five years hired by Waukesha County. Will be paid for both jobs through 2021.

PrideFest 2021 Canceled, For Now

PrideFest 2021 Canceled, For Now

Early June festival canceled while organizers seek a new date.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Serb Hall Is For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Serb Hall Is For Sale

The pandemic decimated business. Owner suggests other uses possible for property.

WI Daily: 946 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

946 New COVID-19 Cases

Excluding Christmas holiday, it's the lowest total since September. But testing is also down.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Building Could Become Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Building Could Become Hotel

Wimmer Communities would convert five-story building, a former shoe polish factory.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Central Standard Downtown Distillery a Go
Eyes on Milwaukee

Central Standard Downtown Distillery a Go

Craft distillery purchases building for downtown tasting room, rooftop patio and more.

WI Daily: 1,119 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,119 New COVID-19 Cases

Six deaths, 761 actively hospitalized

Plats and Parcels: Developer Would Build Supportive Housing in Concordia Neighborhood
Plats and Parcels

Developer Would Build Supportive Housing in Concordia Neighborhood

Plus: A recap of a busy week in Milwaukee real estate.

WI Daily: 1,681 New COVID-19 Cases Reported
WI Daily

1,681 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

Daily death toll and reported new hospitalization figures keep falling.

WI Daily: 2,070 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,070 New COVID-19 Cases

785 people actively hospitalized with disease, down from 1,243 people 30 days ago.

Friday Photos: Ascent Begins Its Climb
Friday Photos

Ascent Begins Its Climb

World's tallest mass timber building will first take shape as concrete pedestal.

City Hall: Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive
City Hall

Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive

Extending Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. would correct an "injustice."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Campaign Underway To Improve, Extend Beerline Trail
Eyes on Milwaukee

Campaign Underway To Improve, Extend Beerline Trail

Trail would be transformed into park with a goal of uniting neighborhoods.

WI Daily: 2,177 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,177 New COVID-19 Cases

Average reported daily death total and positive case rate trending downward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Emergency Mental Health Facility Planned for 12th and Walnut
Eyes on Milwaukee

Emergency Mental Health Facility Planned for 12th and Walnut

Milwaukee County and four private partners plan new center.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Convent Being Redeveloped As Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Convent Being Redeveloped As Affordable Housing

Chapel Garden apartments will add new senior housing to S. Layton Blvd.

Third Ward Nightclub Surrenders License Before Revocation Hearing

Third Ward Nightclub Surrenders License Before Revocation Hearing

SITE closes following shooting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Johnson Controls Closing Downtown Office, Moving 1,300 Employees to Glendale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Johnson Controls Closing Downtown Office, Moving 1,300 Employees to Glendale

Move is a blow to resurgent Downtown.

WI Daily: 1,522 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,522 New COVID-19 Cases

Testing at its lowest point since May 23rd, cases at their lowest point since September 21st.

City Hall: What Can City Do About Pension Crisis?
City Hall

What Can City Do About Pension Crisis?

Milwaukee must find at least $90 million annually starting in 2023. All options are on the table.

Transportation: Port Milwaukee Traffic Rose 5% in 2020
Transportation

Port Milwaukee Traffic Rose 5% in 2020

Milwaukee out performs most Great Lakes ports, weathering pandemic and storm damage.

How To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine If You’re 65 Or Older in Milwaukee

How To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine If You’re 65 Or Older in Milwaukee

County residents should use HealthyMKE.com website.

City Hall: City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle
City Hall

City Bans Discrimination Based on Hairstyle

In unanimous vote, Milwaukee passes local version of CROWN Act.

City Hall: Council Overrides Mayoral Veto, Wants Power To Fire Police Chief
City Hall

Council Overrides Mayoral Veto, Wants Power To Fire Police Chief

Council wants Legislature to give it firing power. Mayor's veto of this fails.

City Hall: Council Confirms Avalos, Adds Tie-Breaking Vote to Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Council Confirms Avalos, Adds Tie-Breaking Vote to Fire & Police Commission

But a potential issue awaits with looming rejection of Ann Wilson's reappointment.

City Hall: Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…
City Hall

Council Okays Federal COPS Grant, But…

Police department agrees to certain conditions for grant intended to reform operations.

WI Daily: 1,083 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,083 New COVID-19 Cases

5,132 processed tests

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wiegand Still Redeveloping Wisconsin Avenue School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wiegand Still Redeveloping Wisconsin Avenue School

Ambassador Suites' completion moved forward to 2022, part of bigger vision for West Side.

Barrett Seeks to Reverse Racial Disparity for Vaccines

Barrett Seeks to Reverse Racial Disparity for Vaccines

Majority of vaccine doses have gone to white, young Milwaukee County residents.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Downtown Tower That Isn’t
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Downtown Tower That Isn’t

Renderings show potential of East Town site, but no plan to move project forward.

State Losing Top Health Official To Biden Administration

State Losing Top Health Official To Biden Administration

Andrea Palm named deputy secretary of Department of Health and Human Services.

WI Daily: 9% of Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

9% of Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19

One death reported Sunday, down from Saturday's record 128.

Plats and Parcels: New Apartments for Downtown Dead Zone
Plats and Parcels

New Apartments for Downtown Dead Zone

Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: Record 128 COVID-19 Deaths
WI Daily

Record 128 COVID-19 Deaths

But 30-day daily death average still below where it was for past two months.

WI Daily: 2,269 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,269 New COVID-19 Cases

New cases, but not testing, below where it was a week ago.

Friday Photos: 37th Street School Finds New Life
Friday Photos

37th Street School Finds New Life

Conversion of long-vacant school to affordable housing is underway.

City Hall: Milwaukee Leaders Commit To Addressing Homicide Pandemic
City Hall

Milwaukee Leaders Commit To Addressing Homicide Pandemic

"There is a tremendous amount of work to be done, and we will do it together," said Mayor Tom Barrett.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rent Down 1% Locally Since Start of Pandemic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rent Down 1% Locally Since Start of Pandemic

Rent prices had originally increased as pandemic took hold, but are now falling.

City Hall: City Attorney Issues Confidential Opinion Regarding Morales Demotion
City Hall

City Attorney Issues Confidential Opinion Regarding Morales Demotion

Attorney has previously said commission denied Morales his due process rights.

WI Daily: 2,712 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,712 New COVID-19 Cases

42 deaths reported, as active hospitalizations hover near 1,000

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s Most Valuable Condominiums
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Most Valuable Condominiums

Downtown residential high rises are among the city's most valuable buildings.

City Hall: Kirsten Johnson Appointed Milwaukee Health Commissioner
City Hall

Kirsten Johnson Appointed Milwaukee Health Commissioner

Current leader of joint Washington Ozaukee Health Department would take helm in Milwaukee, lead COVID-19 response.

City Hall: Municipal Court Firing Debt Collector
City Hall

Municipal Court Firing Debt Collector

Duncan Solutions being dropped less than a year after deal started.

WI Daily: 2,134 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,134 New COVID-19 Cases

1,025 people actively hospitalized with disease, 37 new deaths

Eyes on Milwaukee: Housing Shortage Driving Prices Higher
Eyes on Milwaukee

Housing Shortage Driving Prices Higher

And that will likely continue in 2021. Home sales hit record levels in late 2020, despite pandemic.

City Hall: New City HR Director Impresses Alders
City Hall

New City HR Director Impresses Alders

Makda Fessahaye's appointment as employee relations director wins unanimous committee approval.

WI Daily: 2,790 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,790 New COVID-19 Cases

49 deaths reported Tuesday

Eyes on Milwaukee: Homeless Program Expands Urban Agriculture
Eyes on Milwaukee

Homeless Program Expands Urban Agriculture

MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary buying city lots for urban gardens food program.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Baptist Church Buying MPS Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Baptist Church Buying MPS Building

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church will launch new school on 37th and Keefe.

City Hall: Council Keeps Delaying on Sterling Brown Settlement
City Hall

Council Keeps Delaying on Sterling Brown Settlement

Alderman says deal isn't ready to be approved.

WI Daily: Over 1,000 Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19 Again
WI Daily

Over 1,000 Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19 Again

Figure more than double where it was most of the summer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hotels Fight City Hall, Win $500,000
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hotels Fight City Hall, Win $500,000

Marriott and Springhill Suites win settlement. And council debates assessments.

City Hall: City Moves to Ban Discrimination by Hairstyle
City Hall

City Moves to Ban Discrimination by Hairstyle

Proposal makes hairstyles a protected class alongside sex, religion, race.

City Shows Off Wisconsin Center Vaccination Hub

City Shows Off Wisconsin Center Vaccination Hub

Public could be vaccinated there in future weeks. Effort starting with frontline workers.

State Tourism Secretary Leaves, Joins Local Foundation

State Tourism Secretary Leaves, Joins Local Foundation

Milwaukeean Sara Meaney joins the Dohmen Company Foundation.

WI Daily: Under 1,000 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19
WI Daily

Under 1,000 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19

First time state has been below 1,000 since October 13th

Plats and Parcels: Milwaukee Developers Plan 959 Affordable Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Milwaukee Developers Plan 959 Affordable Apartments

Plus: First tenants announced for North Avenue Market

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases and Testing Rising
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases and Testing Rising

Number of people newly hospitalized also increasing

WI Daily: 502,012 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

502,012 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19

Less than half of state's residents have ever been tested for virus.

Friday Photos: Downtown Apartment Building Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Downtown Apartment Building Nears Completion

Bucks' Pat Connaughton is building a three-unit apartment building in East Town.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Massive Harbor, River Cleanup Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Massive Harbor, River Cleanup Moving Forward

Project expected to cost over $100 million, take six years to complete.

Transportation: Milwaukee Seeks Data for Vision Zero Push
Transportation

Milwaukee Seeks Data for Vision Zero Push

Consultant would identify dangerous interactions, develop predictive model.

WI Daily: 3,791 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,791 New COVID-19 Cases

First day with over 10,000 tests processed in two weeks.

City Hall: Coggs Continues to Lead Push for Enhanced Trauma-Informed Care
City Hall

Coggs Continues to Lead Push for Enhanced Trauma-Informed Care

Alderwoman pushes for standardization in referrals with hopes of preventing future crime.

Transportation: Interstate 94 Expansion Gets Cold Reception at City Hall
Transportation

Interstate 94 Expansion Gets Cold Reception at City Hall

Over $1 billion for 54 blocks. Bauman asks where else the money could go?

City Hall: Committee Rejects Ann Wilson’s FPC Reappointment
City Hall

Committee Rejects Ann Wilson’s FPC Reappointment

But even if council affirms rejection, Wilson could continue to serve.

City Hall: Health Department Will Start Issuing Citations From Complaints
City Hall

Health Department Will Start Issuing Citations From Complaints

New citations being drafted from New Years holiday. The department still isn't doing night inspections.

WI Daily: State Crosses 5,000 COVID-19 Deaths Threshold
WI Daily

State Crosses 5,000 COVID-19 Deaths Threshold

3,406 new COVID-19 cases reported Wednesday

Wisconsin Center Could Become Vaccine Hub

Wisconsin Center Could Become Vaccine Hub

City working to set up COVID-19 vaccine distribution hub.

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Though many supported Trump for years, all now condemn Capitol chaos he helped cause.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nunemaker Buys UWM Alumni House
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nunemaker Buys UWM Alumni House

Price is $1.8 million for one of city's largest homes and finest Tudor mansions.

City Hall: New City Engineer Must Tackle Reckless Driving
City Hall

New City Engineer Must Tackle Reckless Driving

Committee approves Kruschke to job. And alders want him to focus on safety.

WI Daily: 3,403 New COVID-19 Cases, 95 Deaths
WI Daily

3,403 New COVID-19 Cases, 95 Deaths

Average daily death total is lower than it was a month ago.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s 10 Most Valuable Properties
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s 10 Most Valuable Properties

Some may surprise you. All will make you feel better about your own your property tax bill.

MPS Now Offers Free Dinners

MPS Now Offers Free Dinners

School district expands free breakfast and lunch program. Anyone 18 or younger is eligible.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 2020 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
Eyes on Milwaukee

2020 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced

23rd annual awards program goes virtual, but still finds 31 winners across the city.

WI Daily: Active Hospitalizations Climbing Again
WI Daily

Active Hospitalizations Climbing Again

For first time in over a month, the number of people hospitalized is up week over week.

WI Daily: Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total in 111 Days
WI Daily

Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total in 111 Days

2,446 new cases reported Sunday.

Plats and Parcels: 18 Southside Homes Being Demolished for New School
Plats and Parcels

18 Southside Homes Being Demolished for New School

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy building new elementary school.

WI Daily: 9% of Milwaukee County Has Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

9% of Milwaukee County Has Tested Positive for COVID-19

State reports a single death in past 24 hours related to disease.

WI Daily: 1,905 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,905 New COVID-19 Cases

For first time in months, 30-day rolling daily death average is below where it was a month ago.

Friday Photos: Buildings Being Demolished at The Tannery
Friday Photos

Buildings Being Demolished at The Tannery

But a replacement is planned, using same foundation.

WI Daily: 3,810 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,810 New COVID-19 Cases

Death toll climbs to 4,859.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 Most Popular Articles of 2020
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 Most Popular Articles of 2020

Bay View and a timber tower dominate top 10 list.

WI Daily: 2,755 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,755 New COVID-19 Cases

30-day average daily death toll again above 50

Aurora Fires Employee That Sabotaged COVID-19 Vaccine Vials

Aurora Fires Employee That Sabotaged COVID-19 Vaccine Vials

The employee left out over 500 doses intentionally.

City Hall: Willie Smith Named to City Plan Commission
City Hall

Willie Smith Named to City Plan Commission

Northwest Side CDC Director would replace Darryl Johnson, whose term expired

City Hall: Jerrel Kruschke Appointed City Engineer
City Hall

Jerrel Kruschke Appointed City Engineer

Mayor Barrett finds a familiar face to replace Samir Amin.

City Hall: 10 Most Popular Articles of 2020
City Hall

10 Most Popular Articles of 2020

Garbage pickup, a mask mandate, snow plowing. Readers care most about things right outside their door.

WI Daily: 2,384 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,384 New COVID-19 Cases

Number of people actively hospitalized decreases for first time in three days

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Construction in Urban Subdivision
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Construction in Urban Subdivision

New house marks the restart of long-dormant, west-side subdivisions.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Newest Adventure Rock
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Newest Adventure Rock

Walker's Point climbing gym offers bouldering - a social, specialized form of rock climbing

WI Daily: 1,335 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,335 New COVID-19 Cases

Number of people actively hospitalized has increased in past three days, but still down over course of week and month.

City Opening Fourth COVID-19 Testing Site

City Opening Fourth COVID-19 Testing Site

It's Milwaukee's first mobile testing site, starting off at Custer Stadium on December 29th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Redevelopment of Viets Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Redevelopment of Viets Tower

MSOE is transforming its oldest residence hall, adding a 13-story addition.

WI Daily: 2,287 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,287 New COVID-19 Cases

Case total rebounds from post-Christmas low.

Plats and Parcels: Work Resuming On Explosion-Damaged River One
Plats and Parcels

Work Resuming On Explosion-Damaged River One

The damage will cost millions. The cause of explosion is still under investigation.

WI Daily: 632 New COVID-19 Cases as Christmas Deflates Total
WI Daily

632 New COVID-19 Cases as Christmas Deflates Total

Four deaths reported.

Friday Photos: Rite-Hite Finds Its Footing
Friday Photos

Rite-Hite Finds Its Footing

Foundation work underway on new corporate headquarters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Study Underway To Save More of Soldiers Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

Study Underway To Save More of Soldiers Home

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance wins grant to study viability of saving three more buildings.

WI Daily: Over 8% Of Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

Over 8% Of Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19

DHS reports 2,799 new cases

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gokhman Shares Vision for Bucca’s Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gokhman Shares Vision for Bucca’s Site

Firm plans eight-story building for East Town.

WI Daily: 64 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Have “High” COVID-19 Levels
WI Daily

64 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Have “High” COVID-19 Levels

Case load less than half of what it was when things were "critically high."

Transportation: Milwaukee Transit Systems To Receive $59 Million From New Bailout Bill
Transportation

Milwaukee Transit Systems To Receive $59 Million From New Bailout Bill

MCTS will receive most of the funding.

Wisconsin Republicans Join New Federal Election Lawsuit

Wisconsin Republicans Join New Federal Election Lawsuit

Suit seeks to toss results from five states in advance of Electoral College.

City Hall: City Offers Financial Deal to Taxpayers
City Hall

City Offers Financial Deal to Taxpayers

Use credit card to pay property taxes and City Treasurer will waive fee. Average taxpayer would net $33.00.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Habitat Closes Milwaukee Store, Moving to Franklin
Eyes on Milwaukee

Habitat Closes Milwaukee Store, Moving to Franklin

Nonprofit opening a much larger operation in former Gander Mountain store.

City Hall: Barrett Sticks With Ann Wilson for FPC
City Hall

Barrett Sticks With Ann Wilson for FPC

Reappointing her to Fire & Police Commission though she backed its reckless decision to demote Chief Morales.

WI Daily: Record Report of 120 New COVID-19 Deaths
WI Daily

Record Report of 120 New COVID-19 Deaths

But 30-day death average still below December 9th high.

New Talk Radio Station Offers “The Truth”

New Talk Radio Station Offers “The Truth”

FM 101.7 The Truth features Black hosts and viewpoints, goes live on January 4th.

WI Daily: Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total in 99 Days
WI Daily

Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total in 99 Days

6,502 tests processed in past 24 hours

Who Wants to Buy Klinger’s East?

Who Wants to Buy Klinger’s East?

Riverwest bar and five apartments, a 6,322-square-foot, two-building complex is for sale.

Milwaukee Ranks High for Construction Workers

Milwaukee Ranks High for Construction Workers

New study ranks it second among peer group cities and best for sheet metal workers.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases, Testing Falling, But Not Positivity Rate
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases, Testing Falling, But Not Positivity Rate

Percentage of tests confirming a new case has held steady

Plats and Parcels: Pastor Plans North Side Small Business Hub
Plats and Parcels

Pastor Plans North Side Small Business Hub

Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: Over 20,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Been Hospitalized With COVID-19
WI Daily

Over 20,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Been Hospitalized With COVID-19

3,765 new cases reported Saturday

City Hall: Judge Restores Alfonso Morales As Police Chief
City Hall

Judge Restores Alfonso Morales As Police Chief

Milwaukee has at least two police chiefs at the moment.

WI Daily: 3,235 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,235 New COVID-19 Cases

60 deaths, as active hospitalization total continues to trend downward.

Jeffrey Norman Will Serve as Acting Police Chief

Jeffrey Norman Will Serve as Acting Police Chief

Once a finalist to be permanent chief, Norman will serve on interim basis.

Friday Photos: River One Rocked by Explosion
Friday Photos

River One Rocked by Explosion

Parking garage at core of $100 million development shows visible damage.

WI Daily: 3,643 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,643 New COVID-19 Cases

Daily death toll not falling, even as cases and hospitalizations do.

Wisconsin Unveils COVID-19 Contact Tracing App

Wisconsin Unveils COVID-19 Contact Tracing App

Smartphone users will get messages next week to opt-in to voluntary system.

911 Audio from Joel Acevedo Case Released

911 Audio from Joel Acevedo Case Released

"I want to go home," says Acevedo. Family still seeking body camera footage.

City Hall: Tony Snell Appointed Head of Equal Rights Commission
City Hall

Tony Snell Appointed Head of Equal Rights Commission

VISIT Milwaukee volunteer coordinator now leads city commission.

WI Daily: Less Than 1,000 New COVID-19 Hospitalizations In Past Week
WI Daily

Less Than 1,000 New COVID-19 Hospitalizations In Past Week

Figure was over 2,000 less than a month ago.

City Hall: Council, Mayor Clash Over Police Grant
City Hall

Council, Mayor Clash Over Police Grant

Nine council members blast Barrett, claiming he's not committed to police reform.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Forest Home Library Not Historic, Clinic Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Forest Home Library Not Historic, Clinic Approved

Council clears way to demolish old library, build new Children's Hospital southside clinic.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Totals Keep Falling
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Totals Keep Falling

Tuesday's testing total is lower than even yesterday's 84-day low.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Royal Capital Purchases Former Gimbels Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Royal Capital Purchases Former Gimbels Complex

ThriveOn Collaboration construction will begin in February.

City Hall: Barrett Picks Makda Fessahaye for Human Resources Director
City Hall

Barrett Picks Makda Fessahaye for Human Resources Director

Attorney to replace longtime Employee Relations director Maria Monteagudo.

City Hall: Council Wants Control Over Police and Fire Chiefs
City Hall

Council Wants Control Over Police and Fire Chiefs

Seeking changes to state law to give city's elected officials control.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs Five-Year Contract Extension

Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs Five-Year Contract Extension

Milwaukee Bucks deal pays basketball superstar more than $228 million over five years.

City Hall: Council Moves To Reject Federal COPS Grant
City Hall

Council Moves To Reject Federal COPS Grant

Means 30 fewer officers, leaving Milwaukee down by 150 officers in 2021.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Reports Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total In 84 Days
WI Daily

Wisconsin Reports Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total In 84 Days

2,122 new COVID-19 cases reported on what is normally slowest day of the week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tech Firm Opening Third Ward Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tech Firm Opening Third Ward Office

The Expert Institute, a legal industry software firm, expects to create 75 jobs here.

City Hall: Avalos Confirmation On Hold Because of FPC Misstep
City Hall

Avalos Confirmation On Hold Because of FPC Misstep

Committee voted for her without necessary background check.

City Hall: Council Sets Conditions For COPS Grant
City Hall

Council Sets Conditions For COPS Grant

Committee proposes 7 conditions for police department in order for city to accept federal grant.

City Hall: Committee Backs Leon Todd to Lead FPC
City Hall

Committee Backs Leon Todd to Lead FPC

Attorney gets council committee approval to run troubled Fire & Police Commission.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Case

Wisconsin Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Case

4-3 vote rejects Trump's move to throw out 220,000 Milwaukee and Dane county ballots.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases, Testing Dropping
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases, Testing Dropping

Slight decline in positive case rate emerges.

Plats and Parcels: Riverwest Hostel Becoming Cooperative Housing Facility
Plats and Parcels

Riverwest Hostel Becoming Cooperative Housing Facility

Plus: Wisconsin Center District sells debt for expansion.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Crosses 4,000 COVID-19 Death Threshold
WI Daily

Wisconsin Crosses 4,000 COVID-19 Death Threshold

But 30-day average daily death total is slowly falling from peak.

Friday Photos: Downtown Building Stripped To Its Core
Friday Photos

Downtown Building Stripped To Its Core

Adams Hotel will initially include 11 rooms in 100-year-old building.

WI Daily: 3,858 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,858 New COVID-19 Cases

State likely to cross 4,000 death threshold in next 24 hours.

Circuit Court Rejects Trump’s Wisconsin Ballot Challenge

Circuit Court Rejects Trump’s Wisconsin Ballot Challenge

The decision could be appealed to Wisconsin Supreme Court.

WI Daily: 4,034 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

4,034 New COVID-19 Cases

State's case load falls from "critically high" to "very high."

New MPD Policy Bans Most Chokeholds, Adds “I Can’t Breathe” Rule

New MPD Policy Bans Most Chokeholds, Adds “I Can’t Breathe” Rule

Changes reflect national "Eight Can't Wait" reform effort.

Commission Ties Again on Picking Milwaukee’s Next Police Chief

Commission Ties Again on Picking Milwaukee’s Next Police Chief

Mahaley or Aziz? Commission still can't decide.

Attorneys Square Off in Trump’s Federal Challenge to Wisconsin’s Election
Wisconsin ‘Kraken’ Lawsuit Not Over Yet

Wisconsin ‘Kraken’ Lawsuit Not Over Yet

Sidney Powell appeals order, wants to expose "massive election fraud."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dohmen Foundation Moving to King Drive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dohmen Foundation Moving to King Drive

Unique foundation buying former Fein Brothers building.

WI Daily: 3,619 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,619 New COVID-19 Cases

Rolling daily death average hits a record 51.93

18 States Now Aim to Sue Wisconsin

18 States Now Aim to Sue Wisconsin

Trump campaign also joins last chance effort to overturn the election in four swing states.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walnut Way Cuts Ribbon on Wellness Commons
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walnut Way Cuts Ribbon on Wellness Commons

Announcing Phase 2 of facility that will be community hub for Lindsay Heights.

WI Daily: 4,114 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

4,114 New COVID-19 Cases

State reports 214 new hospitalizations, 68 deaths.

More States Want to Sue Wisconsin, Three Other States

More States Want to Sue Wisconsin, Three Other States

Pro-Trump attorneys general allege "fraud" in states that went for Biden.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couture Plans August 2023 Completion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couture Plans August 2023 Completion

City agreement requires groundbreaking for 44-story lakefront tower by February 1st.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Forest Home Library Not Historic, Alders Vote
Eyes on Milwaukee

Forest Home Library Not Historic, Alders Vote

Committee overturns historic designation for 1960s building, full council vote to come

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Plans Eight-Story Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Plans Eight-Story Building

Mixed-use structure with 220 apartments on old Buca's site needs Common Council okay

Texas Attorney General Seeks to Sue Wisconsin, Three Other States

Texas Attorney General Seeks to Sue Wisconsin, Three Other States

Motion to U.S. Supreme Court repeats arguments of Trump campaign on election.

WI Daily: 2,155 COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
WI Daily

2,155 COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday

Active hospitalizations tick upward, but still below level reported last week.

City Hall: Should Mayor Appoint Police and Fire Chiefs?
City Hall

Should Mayor Appoint Police and Fire Chiefs?

Council members think system is broken; many support change in state legislation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rite-Hite Expands Planned Headquarters
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rite-Hite Expands Planned Headquarters

Warehouse equipment specialist will relocate from Brown Deer to Milwaukee.

WI Daily: Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Maintain Downward Trend
WI Daily

Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Maintain Downward Trend

2,891 new cases reported Sunday.

Plats and Parcels: Lakefront Streetcar Extension Scheduled for June 2022 Opening
Plats and Parcels

Lakefront Streetcar Extension Scheduled for June 2022 Opening

Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Averaging Over 50 COVID-19 Deaths Per Day
WI Daily

Wisconsin Averaging Over 50 COVID-19 Deaths Per Day

30-day rolling average hits 50.27

WI Daily: Active Hospitalizations Lower Than They Were A Month Ago
WI Daily

Active Hospitalizations Lower Than They Were A Month Ago

4,847 new cases.

Friday Photos: Viets Tower’s Rise
Friday Photos

Viets Tower’s Rise

MSOE redeveloping 1960s residence hall into modern complex accessible to all students.

Trump Sues Again, This Time in Milwaukee and Dane Counties

Trump Sues Again, This Time in Milwaukee and Dane Counties

Trump campaign now has three suits pending to overturn Wisconsin's election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: WoodSpring Suites Planned for Northwest Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

WoodSpring Suites Planned for Northwest Side

Economy extended-stay hotel would be built along Interstate 41.

WI Daily: 4,618 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

4,618 New COVID-19 Cases

New hospitalizations falling while daily death average keeps rising.

City Hall: Fire & Police Commission Ties On Next Police Chief
City Hall

Fire & Police Commission Ties On Next Police Chief

Will meet again on December 10th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cruise Ship Operator Commits To 20-Year Lease
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cruise Ship Operator Commits To 20-Year Lease

Milwaukee locking in Pearl Seas, while still anticipating Viking Cruises in 2022.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Won’t Hear Trump Lawsuit

Wisconsin Supreme Court Won’t Hear Trump Lawsuit

Trump still has a federal court challenge pending.

Trump Files Second Suit Seeking to Throw Out Wisconsin Election

Trump Files Second Suit Seeking to Throw Out Wisconsin Election

Trump campaign targets five cities, alleging voter fraud.

WI Daily: 41 of 72 Counties Have Critically High COVID-19 Spread
WI Daily

41 of 72 Counties Have Critically High COVID-19 Spread

Number of new cases and hospitalizations is slowing, but deaths continue to be reported at record levels.

City Reduces Capacity for Restaurants, Bars

City Reduces Capacity for Restaurants, Bars

New health order restricts capacity further, effective December 3rd, ending January 15

Brew City Match Picks Grant Winners

Brew City Match Picks Grant Winners

Third round of grants for Black and brown business owners, 84% owned by women.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling 10 Parking Lots
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling 10 Parking Lots

Looking for land redevelop in the city? DCD may have a deal for you.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why All The New Cell Phone Towers?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why All The New Cell Phone Towers?

5G towers are popping up across Milwaukee. The city has little power to determine where.

WI Daily: Record 107 COVID-19 Deaths Reported
WI Daily

Record 107 COVID-19 Deaths Reported

For second straight week, first post-weekend data release has a three-digit death total.

State Elections Commission Gets Testy

State Elections Commission Gets Testy

Republican members demand Democratic commission chair step down. And she doesn't.

Sidney Powell Files Suit to Overturn State Election

Sidney Powell Files Suit to Overturn State Election

Federal suit confuses Detroit and Milwaukee and peddles baseless conspiracy theory.

City Hall: Amanda Avalos Named to Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Amanda Avalos Named to Fire & Police Commission

Community organizer and policing critic named by Barrett to embattled oversight board.

Trump Lawsuit Would Throw Out Only Milwaukee and Dane County Votes

Trump Lawsuit Would Throw Out Only Milwaukee and Dane County Votes

Trump's lawyer seeks to have his own absentee ballot disqualified.

WI Daily: 2,524 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

2,524 New COVID-19 Cases

Cases and testing still falling, but hospitalizations ticking upward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Protects Forest Home Library
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Protects Forest Home Library

Gives it historic designation. But Common Council will have final say.

2021 Milwaukee Film Festival Moved To May

2021 Milwaukee Film Festival Moved To May

Organization says move will benefit audiences and create a better fit with film industry.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Waukesha, Milwaukee Celebrate Huge Water Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Waukesha, Milwaukee Celebrate Huge Water Project

$286 million, 36-mile-long project begun, will bring Milwaukee water to Waukesha.

WI Daily: 3,831 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

3,831 New COVID-19 Cases

Weekly trend figures for cases and hospitalizations stop sliding while testing continues to drop.

Plats and Parcels: Dilapidated Building To Become Community Resource Hub
Plats and Parcels

Dilapidated Building To Become Community Resource Hub

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Wisconsin Recount Grows Biden’s Margin, But Trump Says Fight Isn’t Over

Wisconsin Recount Grows Biden’s Margin, But Trump Says Fight Isn’t Over

President promises a lawsuit while Biden's margin grows by 87 votes.

Trump Promises Lawsuit Challenging Wisconsin Election Results

Trump Promises Lawsuit Challenging Wisconsin Election Results

Campaign's lawsuit would be third suit that seeks to overturn Wisconsin's presidential election.

WI Daily: 5,033 New COVID-19 Cases, Over Half of Reported Tests
WI Daily

5,033 New COVID-19 Cases, Over Half of Reported Tests

Cases, testing and active hospitalizations continue to trend downward.

WI Daily: 1,033 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

1,033 New COVID-19 Cases

Thanksgiving holiday causes data blip

New Lawsuit Challenges Election Drop Boxes, Wants Election Thrown Out

New Lawsuit Challenges Election Drop Boxes, Wants Election Thrown Out

It's the second suit challenging the election. A third could be coming.

Friday Photos: Mitchell Street Mystery Buildings Exposed
Friday Photos

Mitchell Street Mystery Buildings Exposed

Paneling has hid an Art Moderne facade since at least the 1990s.

Milwaukee County Recount Finished, Dane County Continuing

Milwaukee County Recount Finished, Dane County Continuing

Biden's margin grows by 132 votes.

WI Daily: 5,095 New Cases As Hospitalizations Fall
WI Daily

5,095 New Cases As Hospitalizations Fall

65 of 72 counties still have "critically high" two-week case rates.

Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For in 2020

Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For in 2020

Milwaukee is a better -- and safer -- place because of these people.

Counting Effectively Completed, Milwaukee County Recount Will Finish on Friday

Counting Effectively Completed, Milwaukee County Recount Will Finish on Friday

One ward remains, Trump campaign maintaining objections to over 100,000 ballots.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing, Cases Falling
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing, Cases Falling

30-day daily death average hits 46.33

Tempers Flare, Monty Python Crack Offered at Recount

Tempers Flare, Monty Python Crack Offered at Recount

Commission chair accuses Trump campaign of manufacturing a controversy.

City Hall: Council Delays on Federal COPS Grant
City Hall

Council Delays on Federal COPS Grant

Would fund 30 positions, prevent more police reductions, but presents future fiscal issues.

WI Daily: First Day With Over 100 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin
WI Daily

First Day With Over 100 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin

6,202 new cases

Trump Allies Sue To Throw Out Wisconsin Election

Trump Allies Sue To Throw Out Wisconsin Election

Suit would overturn results before recount even done and have Legislature choose electors.

City Hall: Barrett Picks Leon Todd to Lead Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Barrett Picks Leon Todd to Lead Fire & Police Commission

Public defender would be fourth executive director in three years.

Early Recount Has Small Gain for Trump

Early Recount Has Small Gain for Trump

With half the votes recounted in Dane and Milwaukee counties, 57 more votes for Trump.

Poop Wristbands Draw Ire at Recount

Poop Wristbands Draw Ire at Recount

Or was that chocolate ice cream? Talk Radio host Vickie McKenna is miffed.

City Hall: Council Overrides One of Two Barrett Vetos
City Hall

Council Overrides One of Two Barrett Vetos

Veto of added funding for lead abatement program was overriden on 11-4 vote.

City Finds 386 Sealed Ballots In a Box

City Finds 386 Sealed Ballots In a Box

All ballots from Ward 315 which Urban Milwaukee reported had shown a big drop in turnout.

WI Daily: 3,095 New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
WI Daily

3,095 New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday

1,999 actively hospitalized

Trump Campaign Objects to Over 160,000 County Ballots

Trump Campaign Objects to Over 160,000 County Ballots

"Behavior of Trump observers" has delayed process, one official charges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couture to Start Construction in January
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couture to Start Construction in January

Barrett Lo raises equity needed for federal loan guarantee for 44-story lakefront tower.

Recount Releases First Results

Recount Releases First Results

Trump and Biden have both lost votes in Dane County, gained in Milwaukee County.

WI Daily: 3,507 New Cases, 0 Deaths Reported Sunday
WI Daily

3,507 New Cases, 0 Deaths Reported Sunday

Glitch? One day blip? Or the start of a new trend? Time will tell.

Plats and Parcels: Melissa Allen Planning Harambee Development
Plats and Parcels

Melissa Allen Planning Harambee Development

Plus: A rundown of the week's real estate news.

Day Three of Recount Brings Increasing Speed

Day Three of Recount Brings Increasing Speed

Five of 19 communities have completed their counting. Trump campaign hints at legal challenge to in-person absentee ballots.

WI Daily: 3,005 Wisconsin Residents Have Died As a Result of COVID-19
WI Daily

3,005 Wisconsin Residents Have Died As a Result of COVID-19

6,224 new cases reported Saturday.

Recount Day Two Brings Objections, Gridlock

Recount Day Two Brings Objections, Gridlock

Ballot processing does start, but Trump campaign continues submitting objections.

Friday Photos: Inside the Recount
Friday Photos

Inside the Recount

An up-close look at how first day played out.

WI Daily: 6,473 New COVID-19 Cases, 78 Deaths
WI Daily

6,473 New COVID-19 Cases, 78 Deaths

Seven-day positive case rate falls from peak.

No Ballots Counted On First Day of Recount

No Ballots Counted On First Day of Recount

Trump campaign presents many challenges to recount process.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See How Miller Park Will Become American Family Field
Eyes on Milwaukee

See How Miller Park Will Become American Family Field

New signs will light up sky at night, be visible from above.

What To Expect With Milwaukee’s Recount

What To Expect With Milwaukee’s Recount

How does the process work? Who can watch? We explain.

WI Daily: 71 of 72 Counties Have “Critically High” COVID-19 Levels
WI Daily

71 of 72 Counties Have “Critically High” COVID-19 Levels

Milwaukee County now has 26th-worst all-time per-capita outbreak.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wangard Clearing Harbor District Site for Future Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wangard Clearing Harbor District Site for Future Development

Multiple uses being considered.

Recount Will Be at Wisconsin Center, Streamed Live

Recount Will Be at Wisconsin Center, Streamed Live

Just where does that $2 million go? We examine.

Mensah Will Get $125,000 from Wauwatosa

Mensah Will Get $125,000 from Wauwatosa

Police officer gets his full salary, plus other payouts, through end of 2021. Hasn't worked since July.

WI Daily: Record 7,989 New Cases
WI Daily

Record 7,989 New Cases

283 hospitalizations, 53 deaths

Evers Extending Mask Mandate Into 2021

Evers Extending Mask Mandate Into 2021

New order expected in coming days, despite pending legal challenges.

City Hall: Barrett Issues Two Budget Vetoes
City Hall

Barrett Issues Two Budget Vetoes

Mayor targets funding source for lead abatement, neighborhood watch programs.

Wauwatosa Cop Joseph Mensah Resigns

Wauwatosa Cop Joseph Mensah Resigns

Effective November 30th. Controversial officer killed three people in five years. All ruled justified self-defense.

Trump Campaign Pays For Recount in Milwaukee, Dane Counties

Trump Campaign Pays For Recount in Milwaukee, Dane Counties

Campaign wires $3 million. Work must be completed by December 1st.

City Hall: Police Will Accompany Health Inspectors
City Hall

Police Will Accompany Health Inspectors

Inspectors need protection, city decides, after deaths threats and a physical altercation.

WI Daily: Record 92 Deaths and 318 New Hospitalizations
WI Daily

Record 92 Deaths and 318 New Hospitalizations

7,090 new cases.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Plan To Replace MLK Library
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Plan To Replace MLK Library

City hoping fourth time's the charm for Martin Luther King Library.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 300-Unit Bay View Project Gains Zoning
Eyes on Milwaukee

300-Unit Bay View Project Gains Zoning

ZND Committee okays former factories to become city's largest mixed-income housing development.

City Hall: COVID Outbreak Delays Election Workers Pay
City Hall

COVID Outbreak Delays Election Workers Pay

Plus: What's the deal with that "lost" USB drive?

City Hall: Sterling Brown Payout Still Being Debated
City Hall

Sterling Brown Payout Still Being Debated

Council committee meets for two hours, can't decide whether to accept the settlement.

WI Daily: Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Double in 30 Days
WI Daily

Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Double in 30 Days

4,389 new cases, 12 deaths.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michels Launching Marine Division in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michels Launching Marine Division in Milwaukee

Ever growing company could create up to 100 jobs at its second Harbor District site.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwest Apartment Complex Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwest Apartment Complex Planned

Affordable housing project with 91 apartments and food accelerator on E. North Ave.

Aurora Cuts Back Electives, Redeploys Staff

Aurora Cuts Back Electives, Redeploys Staff

Healthcare provider feeling strain from surge in COVID-19 cases, but is optimistic.

WI Daily: One in Three Wisconsin Residents Has Tested Negative For COVID-19
WI Daily

One in Three Wisconsin Residents Has Tested Negative For COVID-19

New active hospitalization high. Milwaukee County falls to 21st worst all-time outbreak.

Plats and Parcels: Lawsuit Could Advance Walker’s Point Project
Plats and Parcels

Lawsuit Could Advance Walker’s Point Project

Plus: Illinois firm acquires buildings near UWM. And all the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 5,146 New Cases, 2,034 Actively Hospitalized
WI Daily

5,146 New Cases, 2,034 Actively Hospitalized

Record 20 patients in Alternate Care Facility

Three Businesses Fined for Violating COVID-19 Order

Three Businesses Fined for Violating COVID-19 Order

City cites businesses in Bay View, Bronzeville and the Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Milwaukee Athletic Club As It Awaits Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Milwaukee Athletic Club As It Awaits Redevelopment

Historic private club taken down to the studs as redevelopment work starts.

Friday Photos: Wangard Transforming Former Knitting Factory
Friday Photos

Wangard Transforming Former Knitting Factory

Walker's Point building becoming innovation hub.

WI Daily: 7,777 New COVID-19 Cases, Another Record High
WI Daily

7,777 New COVID-19 Cases, Another Record High

Record daily hospitalization and death averages

Milwaukee Film’s Virtual Festival By The Numbers

Milwaukee Film’s Virtual Festival By The Numbers

Over 1.7 million minutes watched.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kahler Slater Moving to BMO Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kahler Slater Moving to BMO Tower

City's oldest architecture firm will call new tower home.

WI Daily: Record 7,497 New COVID-19 Cases As Hospital Capacity Dwindles
WI Daily

Record 7,497 New COVID-19 Cases As Hospital Capacity Dwindles

58 deaths pushes 30-day average to 33.57

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Athletic Club Redevelopment Gains High-End Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Athletic Club Redevelopment Gains High-End Apartments

Reveamped project is scheduled to be completed in fall 2021, no longer includes hotel.

65 Counties Have “Critically High” COVID-19 Levels

65 Counties Have “Critically High” COVID-19 Levels

State unveils new designation, and for the second time has a new way to say COVID-19 is at dangerous and growing levels.

City Hall: COVID-19 Violations Going From Max of $2,000 to $20,000
City Hall

COVID-19 Violations Going From Max of $2,000 to $20,000

Health department hopes cost increase yields more voluntary compliance.

WI Daily: State Posts Second-Highest Totals for Cases and Hospitalizations
WI Daily

State Posts Second-Highest Totals for Cases and Hospitalizations

7,048 new cases reported Wednesday

City Hall: COVID-19 Could Hamper Snow Plowing
City Hall

COVID-19 Could Hamper Snow Plowing

Milwaukee bracing for staffing shortages as the pandemic spreads.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Clears Way For Big Sewer Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Clears Way For Big Sewer Project

84-inch-wide pipe is first phase of 40-million gallon stormwater project to prevent sewer overflows.

City Hall: City Will Pick Up Leaves Until November 22nd
City Hall

City Will Pick Up Leaves Until November 22nd

City extends deadline, giving you 11 more days to rake your leaves into parking lanes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Husch Blackwell’s New Downtown Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Husch Blackwell’s New Downtown Office

Law firm occupies top floors of city's newest office tower, the 11-story Huron Building.

WI Daily: New Records for COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations and Deaths
WI Daily

New Records for COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations and Deaths

Over 7,000 cases, 290 hospitalizations and 60 deaths.

Governor Evers To Deliver Statewide COVID-19 Address Tuesday Night
City Hall: Brown Appointed To City Plan Commission
City Hall

Brown Appointed To City Plan Commission

City Hall veteran, former DCD Deputy Commissioner Martha Brown to fill vacant seat.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Summerfest Trades Harley-Davidson for Generac
Eyes on Milwaukee

Summerfest Trades Harley-Davidson for Generac

Generator manufacturer will sponsor stage on festival grounds.

City Hall: Troubles at Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Troubles at Fire & Police Commission

12 staff vacancies, no director, three board vacancies. Committee grills Barrett aides for answers.

WI Daily: Over 2,000 People Actively Hospitalized For The First Time
WI Daily

Over 2,000 People Actively Hospitalized For The First Time

State reports 4,360 new cases, 17 deaths.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Housing Project Gets First Okays
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Housing Project Gets First Okays

Plan Commission, alderwoman, DCD endorse what could city's largest private affordable housing complex.

City Hall: Bucks Player, City Reach $750,000 Settlement
City Hall

Bucks Player, City Reach $750,000 Settlement

City admits police violated Sterling Brown's constitutional rights in notorious incident.

WI Daily: Record High Seven-Day COVID-19 Case Total
WI Daily

Record High Seven-Day COVID-19 Case Total

38,547 new cases in past week.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Building Sold to Maharaja Restaurant Owner
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Building Sold to Maharaja Restaurant Owner

Balbir Singh has been both a buyer and seller on Milwaukee Street this year.

WI Daily: 7,000 COVID-19 Cases in Single Day For First Time
WI Daily

7,000 COVID-19 Cases in Single Day For First Time

Daily death total and number of active hospitalizations continue to climb to new highs.

Friday Photos: Komatsu Mining Campus Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Komatsu Mining Campus Takes Shape

Development will anchor for Harbor District, transform Inner Harbor.

City Hall: $1.6 Billion Adopted Budget Raises Fees, Cuts Police
City Hall

$1.6 Billion Adopted Budget Raises Fees, Cuts Police

City's fiscal challenges continue to mount under state restrictions, rising costs.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Reports Over 6,000 New COVID-19 Cases for the First Time
WI Daily

Wisconsin Reports Over 6,000 New COVID-19 Cases for the First Time

62 deaths and 244 new hospitalizations.

WI Daily: 1% of WI Residents Tested Positive for COVID-19 In Past Two Weeks
WI Daily

1% of WI Residents Tested Positive for COVID-19 In Past Two Weeks

COVID-19 actively hospitalizations set another record high as daily death toll keeps climbing.

Milwaukee Had A Drop in College Voters, Dramatic Shift in South Side Party Preference

Milwaukee Had A Drop in College Voters, Dramatic Shift in South Side Party Preference

Biden and Clinton had dramatically different performances in Milwaukee. See how.

City Hall: Alders Want Police Chief Search Paused Following FPC Resignations
City Hall

Alders Want Police Chief Search Paused Following FPC Resignations

City struggles to find stability in police oversight body.

City Hall: Virtual Listening Sessions Scheduled for Police Chief Finalists
City Hall

Virtual Listening Sessions Scheduled for Police Chief Finalists

Have a question for Milwaukee's next police chief? Now is your time to ask.

WI Daily: All 72 Wisconsin Counties Have “Very High” COVID-19 Case Burdens
WI Daily

All 72 Wisconsin Counties Have “Very High” COVID-19 Case Burdens

Milwaukee County sees its case rate rise, but falls backward to 19th worst all-time outbreak.

8 Takeaways, How Biden Won Wisconsin

8 Takeaways, How Biden Won Wisconsin

A squeaker victory for Biden due to an odd mix of factors.

Absentee Ballots Give Biden Lead in Wisconsin

Absentee Ballots Give Biden Lead in Wisconsin

3 a.m. delivery of Milwaukee absentee ballots puts Biden in front of Trump.

Milwaukee Election Results Expected Around 4 a.m.

Milwaukee Election Results Expected Around 4 a.m.

In-person results are in, but majority of ballots are absentee and will be reported after all are counted.

WI Daily: Record 5,771 New COVID-19 Cases, 247 New Hospitalizations
WI Daily

Record 5,771 New COVID-19 Cases, 247 New Hospitalizations

52 deaths reported Tuesday

Transportation: City Wins Grant to Improve Oklahoma Ave.
Transportation

City Wins Grant to Improve Oklahoma Ave.

Plan calls for safety improvements on stretch that had 445 crashes in 5 years.

City Processing Over 165,000 Absentee Ballots Under Watchful Eyes

City Processing Over 165,000 Absentee Ballots Under Watchful Eyes

Central count operation will last until at least 3 a.m. with three shifts of 400 workers each.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Active Hospitalizations Hit New High, Positive Case Rate Above 30%
WI Daily

COVID-19 Active Hospitalizations Hit New High, Positive Case Rate Above 30%

The lowest death total in 37 days pushes daily average off record high.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Forest Home Library Is Historic. For Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

Forest Home Library Is Historic. For Now

Temporary designation stops development for 28 days. Hearing on permanent designation on November 30th.

How Urban Milwaukee Will Cover Election

How Urban Milwaukee Will Cover Election

We're focused on substance, not clicks, and local, not national.

Vote Tuesday: Your Guide to Down Ballot Races
Vote Tuesday

Your Guide to Down Ballot Races

Trump versus Biden isn't the only ballot item. Here's information on 13 other races across the county

Transportation: City Wins Grant To Build 20th Street Trail
Transportation

City Wins Grant To Build 20th Street Trail

New off-street trail for bicyclists and pedestrians would link up north side neighborhoods.

WI Daily: 3,943 New Cases, 123 Hospitalizations and 16 Deaths Reported Sunday
WI Daily

3,943 New Cases, 123 Hospitalizations and 16 Deaths Reported Sunday

Milwaukee County falls to 17th worst all-time outbreak even as its case rate hits record levels.

Plats and Parcels: Developers Covet Former Buca’s Site
Plats and Parcels

Developers Covet Former Buca’s Site

One of last, best undeveloped downtown sites. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 704 Deaths, 4,074 Hospitalizations, 103,096 COVID-19 Cases in October
WI Daily

704 Deaths, 4,074 Hospitalizations, 103,096 COVID-19 Cases in October

State crosses 2,000-death threshold as it also sets a new one-day high for cases.

State Voters Slammed with Mostly Republican Political Texts

State Voters Slammed with Mostly Republican Political Texts

46 million total messages in 30 days, 64% from Republicans.

WI Daily: State Officials Predict Worsening Outbreak With No Behavior Changes
WI Daily

State Officials Predict Worsening Outbreak With No Behavior Changes

Weekly totals for cases, hospitalizations and deaths all set all-time highs.

City Hall: Resignations Rock Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Resignations Rock Fire & Police Commission

In process of hiring police chief, the commission is now without an executive director and tie-breaking commissioner.

Election 2020: Absentee Ballots Must Be In Drop Boxes by 7:30 Election Night
Election 2020

Absentee Ballots Must Be In Drop Boxes by 7:30 Election Night

Don't wait on returning your absentee ballot.

Friday Photos: THIRTEEN31 Place Takes Shape
Friday Photos

THIRTEEN31 Place Takes Shape

Foundation work underway for new Walker's Point apartment building.

Transportation: Budget Amendment Would Move Milwaukee Towards “Vision Zero”
Transportation

Budget Amendment Would Move Milwaukee Towards “Vision Zero”

Proposal start of an effort to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

City Hall: Committee Approves Over 20 Amendments To Milwaukee Budget
City Hall

Committee Approves Over 20 Amendments To Milwaukee Budget

Amendments target violence prevention, housing, lead abatement and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Soldiers Home Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Soldiers Home Redevelopment

When finished it will provide housing for 101 homeless veterans.

WI Daily: 13% of All COVID-19 Cases Have Come In Past Week
WI Daily

13% of All COVID-19 Cases Have Come In Past Week

New active hospitalization high as daily death total continues upward climb.

City Hall: Almost Half of Budget Amendments Are Policy Footnotes
City Hall

Almost Half of Budget Amendments Are Policy Footnotes

Footnotes call for a racial equity audit, benches in vacant lots, lead-safe property database and much more.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 122% In Last Month, 1,439 Actively Hospitalized
WI Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 122% In Last Month, 1,439 Actively Hospitalized

3,815 new cases from 9,818 tests, a record 38.86% positive case rate.

City Hall: President Must ‘Help Guide Us’ Mayor Declares
City Hall

President Must ‘Help Guide Us’ Mayor Declares

Addressing Press Club, urges more federal aid and clear message: "Wear the damn mask!"

Eyes on Milwaukee: 45 Projects To Improve Century City Area
Eyes on Milwaukee

45 Projects To Improve Century City Area

Trails, parks and road diets designed to improve residents' health and safety.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mount Mary Dives Into New Nursing Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mount Mary Dives Into New Nursing Center

University has filled in pool, creating new home for its nursing programs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View to Get City’s Biggest Private Affordable Housing Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View to Get City’s Biggest Private Affordable Housing Project

Biggest in history. Filer & Stowell project plans 210 affordable apartments.

WI Daily: 64 Deaths, 5,262 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

64 Deaths, 5,262 New COVID-19 Cases

Wisconsin set new records for cases, hospitalizations and deaths.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Guard Plans Third Apartment Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Guard Plans Third Apartment Building

Pat Connaughton's Three Leaf Development plans four-story building in Brewers Hill.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside “The Block.”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside “The Block.”

1882 building on National Ave was a wreck, now a unique addition to the city.

New City Health Order Limits Gatherings

New City Health Order Limits Gatherings

Lower capacity limits for businesses, events without approved safety plans, but city has okayed 537 plans.

WI Daily: 2,883 New COVID-19 Cases, Record 1,350 People Actively Hopspitalized
WI Daily

2,883 New COVID-19 Cases, Record 1,350 People Actively Hopspitalized

Four patients in Alternate Care Facility.

Milwaukee Replacing Ballot Drop Boxes

Milwaukee Replacing Ballot Drop Boxes

New "Fort Knox" boxes offer security and weatherization improvements

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Parcel Draws No Takers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Parcel Draws No Takers

WisDOT, city trying to sell land near train station.

Evers Recall Effort Fails

Evers Recall Effort Fails

Organizer says recall fell short of 668,000 signatures required.

WI Daily: 3,626 New COVID-19 Cases, Another Active Hospitalization Record High
WI Daily

3,626 New COVID-19 Cases, Another Active Hospitalization Record High

Lowest death total in a week. Alternate Care Facility has two patients.

Plats and Parcels: Bay View Project Plans Up To 300 Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Bay View Project Plans Up To 300 Apartments

See inside the former Filer & Stowell complex. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: Milwaukee County Falls to 14th Worst Outbreak, Even As Cases Accelerate
WI Daily

Milwaukee County Falls to 14th Worst Outbreak, Even As Cases Accelerate

Four out of every 100 Milwaukee County residents have contracted disease, but county falls to 13th in all-time ranking.

Friday Photos: BV+ Rises on Kinnickinnic Ave.
Friday Photos

BV+ Rises on Kinnickinnic Ave.

Infill project will create 18 units of housing on Bay View's main street.

The “Molotov Cocktail” That Wasn’t

The “Molotov Cocktail” That Wasn’t

MPD admits the 6th and McKinley weapon was just a plastic water bottle.

WI Daily: Over 10,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Been Hospitalized With COVID-19
WI Daily

Over 10,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Been Hospitalized With COVID-19

Four out of every 100 Milwaukee County residents have contracted disease, but county falls to 13th in all-time ranking.

City Hall: Police Chief, Alderman Fight Over Use of Canines
City Hall

Police Chief, Alderman Fight Over Use of Canines

Chief says it's an infrequently used safety tactic, Rainey say it's "barbaric."

Milwaukee Getting More Aggressive On COVID-19 Order Fines

Milwaukee Getting More Aggressive On COVID-19 Order Fines

62 warning letters issued, but city only inspecting businesses on a complaint basis.

City Hall: FPC Announces Three Finalists for Police Chief
City Hall

FPC Announces Three Finalists for Police Chief

All outsiders, although one finalist has Milwaukee ties.

WI Daily: Record 1,230 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19
WI Daily

Record 1,230 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19

Active hospitalizations grow 265% in two months.

MPD Survey Shows Police Perception Divided Along Racial, Economic Lines

MPD Survey Shows Police Perception Divided Along Racial, Economic Lines

Researcher says key takeaway is for MPD officers to exercise compassion in any interaction.

Milwaukee Launches Voter Education, Ballot Counting Website

Milwaukee Launches Voter Education, Ballot Counting Website

Voter education website provides daily update on number of ballots returned.

City Hall: City Extending Active Streets Dining Program Until March 2021
City Hall

City Extending Active Streets Dining Program Until March 2021

Program would allow expanded outdoor, winter dining.

Milwaukee Could Move To More Restrictive COVID-19 Health Order

Milwaukee Could Move To More Restrictive COVID-19 Health Order

City considering more restrictive options as positive case rate spikes to "red" level in city.

Milwaukee A Leader In By-Mail and In-Person Early Voting

Milwaukee A Leader In By-Mail and In-Person Early Voting

But percentage of ballots returned trails state average.

Alternate Care Facility Admits First Patient

Alternate Care Facility Admits First Patient

As Wisconsin sets record for COVID-19 hospitalizations, overflow facility in West Allis accepts patients.

WI Daily: DHS Reports A Record 48 Deaths
WI Daily

DHS Reports A Record 48 Deaths

Surge in cases, then a surge in hospitalizations and now a surge in deaths.

Barrett, Others Stump for Biden-Harris

Barrett, Others Stump for Biden-Harris

State's Democrats debut new "bus" today as part of get-out-the-vote push.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City, MMSD Advance 40-Million Gallon Stormwater Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

City, MMSD Advance 40-Million Gallon Stormwater Plan

Improvements would prevent flooding in Capitol Dr. neighborhood and add parkland.

Where and When To Vote Early in Milwaukee

Where and When To Vote Early in Milwaukee

14 early voting sites are available from October 20th through November 1st.

WI Daily: 43% of Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Cases Have Come in Past Month
WI Daily

43% of Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Cases Have Come in Past Month

Menominee County now has worst outbreak in state, Milwaukee County falls to 12th all time.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lincoln Park Becoming A Little Bigger
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lincoln Park Becoming A Little Bigger

County merging former residential parcel into surrounding park.

WI Daily: Record 1,172 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19 As DHS Restores Dashboard
WI Daily

Record 1,172 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19 As DHS Restores Dashboard

Milwaukee falls another place to 11th worst all-time per capita outbreak.

City Hall: Community Groups Propose Changes
City Hall

Community Groups Propose Changes

Twelve groups invited to speak and push less spending on police and more on lead abatement, other programs.

City Hall: MPD Assistant Chief Gets Denver Suburb’s Top Job
City Hall

MPD Assistant Chief Gets Denver Suburb’s Top Job

Terrence Gordon will be Thornton, CO police chief as MPD turnover continues.

City Hall: City Could Lose 30 More Police Officers
City Hall

City Could Lose 30 More Police Officers

Federal grant rules could mean cutting 30 more than proposed cut of 120 cops.

Plats and Parcels: MPS Revamps Southgate Playfield
Plats and Parcels

MPS Revamps Southgate Playfield

Playfield with 77% less asphalt opens. Plus: alll the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: No COVID-19 Data Release This Weekend
WI Daily

No COVID-19 Data Release This Weekend

Software upgrade has Wisconsin record systems offline through Monday.

Friday Photos: The Architecture of a Pandemic
Friday Photos

The Architecture of a Pandemic

New Miller Park testing site opens Monday at 11 a.m.

WI Daily: Wisconsin’s Active COVID-19 Cases Would Form 24th Largest City in State
WI Daily

Wisconsin’s Active COVID-19 Cases Would Form 24th Largest City in State

Records set for new cases, positive case rate and rolling death total.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Affordable Housing Project Secures Cleanup Loan for Former Factories
Eyes on Milwaukee

Affordable Housing Project Secures Cleanup Loan for Former Factories

Community Within the Corridor development team would redevelop Briggs & Stratton complex at 32nd and Center.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Journal Sentinel Redevelopment Secures Two Environmental Cleanup Loans
Eyes on Milwaukee

Journal Sentinel Redevelopment Secures Two Environmental Cleanup Loans

Funds from revolving loan program will support the cleanup of contamination from a century of use.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Designation Could Halt Demolition of Forest Home Library
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Designation Could Halt Demolition of Forest Home Library

City poised to sell building to developer, who would develop office building in its place.

WI Daily: New One-Day COVID-19 Case Record As Hospitalizations Surge 181% In 30 Days
WI Daily

New One-Day COVID-19 Case Record As Hospitalizations Surge 181% In 30 Days

Records set for new cases, positive case rate, active hospitalizations and rolling death total.

Visual Art: Downtown’s New Voting Rights Mural
Visual Art

Downtown’s New Voting Rights Mural

Shepard Fairey completes 7,400-square-foot mural on Colby Abbot Building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet the 2021 ACRE Class
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet the 2021 ACRE Class

Program prepares people of color for careers in real estate leadership.

COVID-19 Facility at State Fair Park Opens

COVID-19 Facility at State Fair Park Opens

Alternative care facility fielding calls from hospitals across state looking to transfer patients.

City Hall: FPC Changes Process for Hiring Police Chief
City Hall

FPC Changes Process for Hiring Police Chief

Six finalists to be interviewed in private and public will be able to question three finalists.

WI Daily: Record 1,017 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19
WI Daily

Record 1,017 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19

Average daily death toll hits all-time record.

City Hall: Council Backs New Handling of 911 Calls
City Hall

Council Backs New Handling of 911 Calls

Wants MPD and FPC to develop approach where unarmed professionals handle non-violent social issues.

City Hall: The Return of Alternate Side Parking
City Hall

The Return of Alternate Side Parking

Mayor insists. council agrees. Beginning in November, residents must again move cars each day.

WI Daily: Record Day for COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations and Deaths
WI Daily

Record Day for COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations and Deaths

3,279 cases, 147 new hospitalizations, 34 deaths.

Transportation: Should Milwaukee Stop The Hop?
Transportation

Should Milwaukee Stop The Hop?

Alderman proposes this, but suspending the service might cost more than it saves.

City Hall: About That Proposed Street Lighting Fee
City Hall

About That Proposed Street Lighting Fee

Average homeowner fee is $45 per year so city could replace 100-year-old circuitry

For Members Only: Get 33% Off a Milwaukee Film Festival Pass
For Members Only

Get 33% Off a Milwaukee Film Festival Pass

Watch every film for $100, a $60 discount for this all-access pass.

City Hall: New Commission Seeks Police Reforms
City Hall

New Commission Seeks Police Reforms

Led by Nate Hamilton, Community Collaborative Commission will work with MPD and FPC.

WI Daily: 950 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19, A New High
WI Daily

950 People Actively Hospitalized With COVID-19, A New High

State sets new seven-day case high as well

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Hires New Deconstruction Contractor
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Hires New Deconstruction Contractor

Spencer Renovation fired, White Glove Group hired to deconstruct, not demolish city-owned homes.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Sets New Seven-Day COVID-19 High
WI Daily

Wisconsin Sets New Seven-Day COVID-19 High

17,573 cases in the past week.

Plats and Parcels: Edison Middle School Would Become 64 Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Edison Middle School Would Become 64 Apartments

Common Council approves proposal. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 2,742 New Cases, Milwaukee Falls to 10th Worst
WI Daily

2,742 New Cases, Milwaukee Falls to 10th Worst

895 people actively hospitalized, 18 deaths.

Friday Photos: Historic Church Getting New Parish Center, Renovated Monastery
Friday Photos

Historic Church Getting New Parish Center, Renovated Monastery

St. Francis of Assisi has long been community anchor on Milwaukee's north side.

City Hall: Special Meeting in Police Chief Search Results in “Chaos”
City Hall

Special Meeting in Police Chief Search Results in “Chaos”

Chair calls executive director out of order repeatedly, then another commissioner calls chair a dictator.

WI Daily: Milwaukee County Has Fallen to 9th Worst All-Time COVID Outbreak
WI Daily

Milwaukee County Has Fallen to 9th Worst All-Time COVID Outbreak

Wisconsin's most populous county long had the worst per-capita outbreak.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wisconsin Center Gives Final Approval for $420 Million Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Gives Final Approval for $420 Million Expansion

District will issue bonds this year in order to complete expansion in 2024.

Absentee Ballots Again Must Arrive By Election Day

Absentee Ballots Again Must Arrive By Election Day

Also, court rules that poll workers also must come from the county they vote in.

WI Daily: 3,132 New COVID-19 Cases, A New Record
WI Daily

3,132 New COVID-19 Cases, A New Record

The number of people actively hospitalized sets another record.

Milwaukee Enforcing Existing Capacity Restrictions Over Lower State Limits

Milwaukee Enforcing Existing Capacity Restrictions Over Lower State Limits

Health Department determines its order is more restrictive, superseding blanket 25% restriction.

Law Enforcement, Protesters Play Cat-Mouse Game After Mensah Decision

Law Enforcement, Protesters Play Cat-Mouse Game After Mensah Decision

March from Downtown to Mayfair Mall blocked repeatedly by National Guard, Sheriffs, Police.

District Attorney Won’t Charge Tosa Police Officer

District Attorney Won’t Charge Tosa Police Officer

Chisholm declines. But investigator hired by Wauwatosa recommends officer be fired.

Inside Milwaukee’s Election Preparation Effort

Inside Milwaukee’s Election Preparation Effort

Election Commission shows off voting equipment, ballot prep and other intricacies.

WI Daily: “This Is Going To Get Worse Before It Gets Better” Says Top Health Official
WI Daily

“This Is Going To Get Worse Before It Gets Better” Says Top Health Official

New records for actively hospitalized and newly admitted.

Officials Prepping State Fair Park Care Facility

Officials Prepping State Fair Park Care Facility

Hospitalization surge in COVID cases pushes northeast Wisconsin hospitals to their limits.

Visual Art: Shepard Fairey Mural Going Up Downtown
Visual Art

Shepard Fairey Mural Going Up Downtown

Artist known for Obama 'Hope' image will create voting rights mural on downtown building.

WI Daily: 853 Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations, New Record
WI Daily

853 Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations, New Record

Outstate counties overtaking Milwaukee's outbreak both in recent weeks and all-time totals.

Evers Restricts Bar, Restaurant Capacity

Evers Restricts Bar, Restaurant Capacity

All public, indoor facilities cannot exceed 25% of capacity. Order runs through November 6th.

No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum

No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum

City fears legal challenges of sites not approved at June emergency meeting.

3 New COVID-19 Test Sites Include Miller Park

3 New COVID-19 Test Sites Include Miller Park

City opening new ones as National Guard testing sites will close October 17th.

City’s Ballot Boxes Getting Heavy Use

City’s Ballot Boxes Getting Heavy Use

The 15 drop boxes for early voting getting heavy use. Poll worker recruitment going well.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Local Groups Hosting National Urbanism Conference
Eyes on Milwaukee

Local Groups Hosting National Urbanism Conference

NEWaukee and NAIOP Wisconsin sponsoring conference on creative urbanism.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 127% In Three Weeks
WI Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 127% In Three Weeks

Active hospitalizations set a record high for third day in a row,

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Huron Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Huron Building

Milwaukee's newest office building opens, mixing old with new, Downtown with Third Ward.

City Hall: Can Recycling Improve Racial Equity?
City Hall

Can Recycling Improve Racial Equity?

Aldermen want recycling contract with a city-based business to create jobs for residents.

Plats and Parcels: New Apartment Buildings Lower Nearby Rents
Plats and Parcels

New Apartment Buildings Lower Nearby Rents

Study finds new buildings aren't the cause of gentrification and instead limit its effects.

Friday Photos: Third Ward Lofts Rise
Friday Photos

Third Ward Lofts Rise

Electrically-charged development takes shape on border between Downtown and Third Ward

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Water Trail Guides The Way in Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Water Trail Guides The Way in Walker’s Point

Painted trail is the first phase of project designed to link water-related amenities.

President Trump Announces He Tested Positive for COVID-19

President Trump Announces He Tested Positive for COVID-19

President and First Lady both test positive for disease, announce White House quarantine.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Street Car Flats Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Street Car Flats Moving Forward

New apartments to be created from 96-year-old office building.

WI Daily: October Starts With Single-Day COVID-19 Case Record
WI Daily

October Starts With Single-Day COVID-19 Case Record

Wisconsin's COVID-19 surge shows no signs of slowing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hmong American Peace Academy Leaders Celebrate New Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hmong American Peace Academy Leaders Celebrate New Building

New high school will serve growing charter school on city's northwest side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Adopts Mural Guidelines
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Adopts Mural Guidelines

Guidelines would prohibit murals on historic buildings on all but the least seen sides.

City Hall: Scooters Could Return to Milwaukee
City Hall

Scooters Could Return to Milwaukee

Could return in 2021. In 2019, 350,130 rides taken, with 67 crashes.

WI Daily: Record One-Day COVID-19 Death Total in Wisconsin
WI Daily

Record One-Day COVID-19 Death Total in Wisconsin

Active and new hospitalizations climb to new record highs

City Hall: Night Parking Rules a Tax on the Poor?
City Hall

Night Parking Rules a Tax on the Poor?

Or good public policy? Reinstating night parking is a $13 million question for city.

National Guard Won’t Staff City Testing Sites

National Guard Won’t Staff City Testing Sites

Guard being reassigned to other areas of state, local staff will replace them.

Ramirez Will Paint New Mural at Marquette

Ramirez Will Paint New Mural at Marquette

Focused on diversity and racial equity, mural will be located in middle of campus.

WI Daily: One Out of 50 Wisconsin Residents Has Tested Positive for COVID-19
WI Daily

One Out of 50 Wisconsin Residents Has Tested Positive for COVID-19

Active hospitalizations hit another record high.

Transportation: Be a Pace Car, Fight Reckless Driving
Transportation

Be a Pace Car, Fight Reckless Driving

New program aims to save lives by getting people to pledge to drive the speed limit.

WI Daily: Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Double in September
WI Daily

Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Double in September

One in 50 Wisconsin residents have tested positive for COVID-19.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Hotel for 124th and Bradley
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Hotel for 124th and Bradley

City envisions hotel on vacant site near Sam's Club and Woodman's

WI Daily: 2,217 New Cases, 571 Actively Hospitalized
WI Daily

2,217 New Cases, 571 Actively Hospitalized

Positive case rate continues to climb upward.

Plats and Parcels: Milwaukee Seeing Population Growth Amidst Pandemic
Plats and Parcels

Milwaukee Seeing Population Growth Amidst Pandemic

Study shows city fourth in nation for migration rate increase.

WI Daily: 2,817 New COVID-19 Cases, A New High
WI Daily

2,817 New COVID-19 Cases, A New High

One-day record has jumped 152 percent in September. Active hospitalizations hit new high.

Friday Photos: Foundation Work Underway for World’s Tallest Timber Tower
Friday Photos

Foundation Work Underway for World’s Tallest Timber Tower

Before Ascent goes up, it has to go down.

WI Daily: Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump 59% This Week To New Record
WI Daily

Active COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump 59% This Week To New Record

Wisconsin's record COVID-19 caseload is leading to a record number of hospitalizations.

WI Daily: Every Age Group But 18-24 Year Olds Has Increasing COVID-19 Spread
WI Daily

Every Age Group But 18-24 Year Olds Has Increasing COVID-19 Spread

Active hospitalizations, already at an all-time high, keep going up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Johnson Financial Group Moving To Top of Downtown Office Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Johnson Financial Group Moving To Top of Downtown Office Tower

The latest move in a downtown office space shuffle.

Hoan Bridge Lights Tested Before October 22nd Unveiling

Hoan Bridge Lights Tested Before October 22nd Unveiling

See our photos of a "basic test" of light functionality.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MATC Creating Campus Gateway, Demolishing Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

MATC Creating Campus Gateway, Demolishing Building

College will better integrate with The Brewery District, Deer District.

WI Daily: Active Hospitalizations Cross 500 For First Time
WI Daily

Active Hospitalizations Cross 500 For First Time

Cases hit an all-time high in early September, now hospitalizations are catching up.

Transportation: Second Daily Train to Twin Cities Moving Forward
Transportation

Second Daily Train to Twin Cities Moving Forward

Minnesota officials say federal grant will be awarded to advance project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MU Seeks Downtown Mixed-Use Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

MU Seeks Downtown Mixed-Use Project

Marquette University requests rezoning for possible development on 7-acre Westown site.

WI Daily: Record Number of People Hospitalized with COVID-19
WI Daily

Record Number of People Hospitalized with COVID-19

Cases hit an all-time high in early September, now hospitalizations are catching up.

Have You Made Your Voting Plan?

Have You Made Your Voting Plan?

City uses Voter Registration Day to encourage people to prepare for November election.

Attorney General Barr Announces Drug Ring Bust in Milwaukee

Attorney General Barr Announces Drug Ring Bust in Milwaukee

26 suspects charged in alleged network running from city's South Side to California.

City Hall: Milwaukee’s Bond Rating Cut Two Levels
City Hall

Milwaukee’s Bond Rating Cut Two Levels

Change in rating by S&P Global will raise cost to borrow money, add to city's budget woes.

Evers Declares New Health Emergency, Extends Mask Mandate

Evers Declares New Health Emergency, Extends Mask Mandate

Scheduled to expire September 28th, mandate now runs to November 21st.

City Hall: Barrett Budget Proposal Cuts 120 Police
City Hall

Barrett Budget Proposal Cuts 120 Police

And makes other cuts. City's fiscal challenges exacerbated by pandemic.

WI Daily: Hospitalizations Reach Highest Point Since Early April
WI Daily

Hospitalizations Reach Highest Point Since Early April

Threshold crossed as state sees record surge in cases.

Best Of Doors Open: Milwaukee’s Secret Model Railroad Club
Best Of Doors Open

Milwaukee’s Secret Model Railroad Club

Historic club has been hidden in a former train station under an active rail line for 84 years.

Lt. Gov Mandela Barnes Wants You To Fill Out Census

Lt. Gov Mandela Barnes Wants You To Fill Out Census

Failure to do so will cost $13,000 per resident in next decade. Deadline is September 30th.

City Hall: City Made $8.6 Million Debt Mistake
City Hall

City Made $8.6 Million Debt Mistake

Past Comptroller blamed. Mistake equivalent to all the salaries of health department staff.

WI Daily: Over 100,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Contracted COVID-19
WI Daily

Over 100,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Contracted COVID-19

Threshold crossed as state sees record surge in cases.

Plats and Parcels: Marcus Center Begins Redevelopment
Plats and Parcels

Marcus Center Begins Redevelopment

First phase calls for overhaul of Uihlein Hall, live-streaming technology and revamping grounds.

WI Daily: Brown County Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin
WI Daily

Brown County Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin

County last had worst outbreak on June 3rd.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vliet Street Oasis Opens on Near West Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vliet Street Oasis Opens on Near West Side

Vacant lot converted to fresh produce market and pocket park

Friday Photos: The Building With A Ship Underneath
Friday Photos

The Building With A Ship Underneath

Once "the largest hardware store in the world," soon to be apartments.

WI Daily: 2,533 Cases, 25% Jump To New Record
WI Daily

2,533 Cases, 25% Jump To New Record

Totals just keep climbing higher as cases surge at university campuses across Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Building Being Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Building Being Demolished

Building from 1885 was once planned for indoor-outdoor bar concept.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Admiral’s Wharf Project Targeting December Groundbreaking
Eyes on Milwaukee

Admiral’s Wharf Project Targeting December Groundbreaking

RACM approves $1.5 million loan for environmental cleanup.

WI Daily: Over 2,000 New Cases For The First Time
WI Daily

Over 2,000 New Cases For The First Time

9,865 cases in the past seven days, a record high.

Transportation: City Advancing 26-Station Bublr Bikes Expansion
Transportation

City Advancing 26-Station Bublr Bikes Expansion

Federal grant funding new bike sharing stations. See where.

Be Patriotic, Get Your Flu Shot

Be Patriotic, Get Your Flu Shot

Mayor and Health Commissioner get their immunization, encourage others to do the same.

WI Daily: Only One Wisconsin County Has a Shrinking COVID-19 Spread
WI Daily

Only One Wisconsin County Has a Shrinking COVID-19 Spread

Even counties without college dorms are seeing case surges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: South Side Tanning Company Expanding
Eyes on Milwaukee

South Side Tanning Company Expanding

Law Tanning buying tax delinquent building for storage of specialty leather products.

Hours Cut at City’s Free COVID Test Sites

Hours Cut at City’s Free COVID Test Sites

Two sites closing earlier because sun setting earlier as fall approaches.

City Hall: How Much Did DNC Cost Milwaukee?
City Hall

How Much Did DNC Cost Milwaukee?

Audit pending. Officials hope all security costs of convention are reimbursed by federal government.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases Declining In Every Age Group Except 18-24
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases Declining In Every Age Group Except 18-24

But seven-day case total is at an all-time high.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mixed-Use Project Planned for Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mixed-Use Project Planned for Bay View

Bear Development files application scant on details for site on Becher and First streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See The Hoan Bridge Lights Installation
Eyes on Milwaukee

See The Hoan Bridge Lights Installation

Organizers get their first hands-on tour, some 2,600 lights installed.

City Hall: City Election Drop Boxes Are Temporary
City Hall

City Election Drop Boxes Are Temporary

Permanent drop boxes "built like a tank" are coming, but delayed by wildfire.

City Hall: Assessor Wants No Assessments in 2021
City Hall

Assessor Wants No Assessments in 2021

Proposal would freeze property values for two years.

WI Daily: 771 New Cases, Seven-Day Total Keeps Climbing
WI Daily

771 New Cases, Seven-Day Total Keeps Climbing

Positive case rate continues its upward trend.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Milwaukee’s Newest Event Venue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Milwaukee’s Newest Event Venue

Former St. James Episcopal Church, built on Wisconsin Ave. in 1868, becomes unique space.

WI Daily: Third COVID-19 Case Record In 10 Days
WI Daily

Third COVID-19 Case Record In 10 Days

One-day record positive case rate over 20 percent continues push of seven- and 14-day averages to new highs.

Plats and Parcels: BMO Tower Officially Opens
Plats and Parcels

BMO Tower Officially Opens

Ceremony was delayed following water main break and then pandemic.

WI Daily: Highest Three-Day COVID-19 Total Since Pandemic Began
WI Daily

Highest Three-Day COVID-19 Total Since Pandemic Began

Cases continue to climb across the state, while Milwaukee's growth rate stabilizes.

Transportation: City Improving Kinnickinnic River Trail Access
Transportation

City Improving Kinnickinnic River Trail Access

Federal project will improve on-street access to off-street trail.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases At All-Time High, Testing At Three-Month Low
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases At All-Time High, Testing At Three-Month Low

Hospitalizations trending upward.

Friday Photos: Flood Delays Opening of Bradley Symphony Center
Friday Photos

Flood Delays Opening of Bradley Symphony Center

MSO converts to virtual season, plans to open building in January.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Public Museum Announces New Location Near Fiserv Forum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Public Museum Announces New Location Near Fiserv Forum

Museum aims to buy three parcels at northeast corner of N. 6th St. and W. McKinley Ave.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Posts Record High 1,547 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

Wisconsin Posts Record High 1,547 New COVID-19 Cases

Just misses setting a one-day positive case rate record.

City Hall: 120 Officer Cut May Be Just The Beginning
City Hall

120 Officer Cut May Be Just The Beginning

The Milwaukee Police Department will have fewer officers in 2021, but the question is how many?

Eyes on Milwaukee: $85 Million Bronzeville Project Now “ThriveOn Collaboration”
Eyes on Milwaukee

$85 Million Bronzeville Project Now “ThriveOn Collaboration”

Project on track to open in early 2022.

City Hall: Milwaukee Debuts New Ballot Drop Boxes
City Hall

Milwaukee Debuts New Ballot Drop Boxes

Approximately 150,000 people expected to vote absentee.

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Support Urban Milwaukee For Just $1

Become a monthly member for $1 for the first month.

WI Daily: Milwaukee County Now Has 34th Worst COVID-19 Outbreak
WI Daily

Milwaukee County Now Has 34th Worst COVID-19 Outbreak

Fastest growing outbreak centered on Fox Valley, northeastern corner of Wisconsin.

Neighborhood Festivals Become Porch Parades

Neighborhood Festivals Become Porch Parades

Bay View and Silver City will play host to socially-distant parades this weekend.

Film: Drive-In Movies Kick Off Film Festival
Film

Drive-In Movies Kick Off Film Festival

Second annual Minority Health Film Festival is all virtual, other than Downtown drive-in event.

Eyes on Milwaukee: High-End Hotel Planned Across From Fiserv Forum
Eyes on Milwaukee

High-End Hotel Planned Across From Fiserv Forum

Bucks and partners hope to break ground in 2021.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Future Vision for Villard Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Future Vision for Villard Avenue

Plans call for protected bike lanes, new park, food halls and pet-friendly beer garden.

WI Daily: Positive Case Rate Highest Since March 14th
WI Daily

Positive Case Rate Highest Since March 14th

717 of 4,083 tested -- or 17.6% -- were positive, a new single day high.

City Hall: Health Commissioner Says She Faced Racism, Sexism
City Hall

Health Commissioner Says She Faced Racism, Sexism

"A constant power struggle from Day One," says outgoing commissioner Jeanette Kowalik.

WI Daily: 567 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

567 New COVID-19 Cases

Positive case rate continues to climb.

Plats and Parcels: Mandel Plans To Redevelop Former La Fuente Site
Plats and Parcels

Mandel Plans To Redevelop Former La Fuente Site

Apartment building is second project proposed for S. 5th St. in recent months.

WI Daily: State Sees Record Percentage of Positive COVID-19 Tests
WI Daily

State Sees Record Percentage of Positive COVID-19 Tests

Testing continues to fall, but now positive cases are rising.

WI Daily: 946 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

946 New COVID-19 Cases

Cases are climbing while testing is falling.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Developer Applies For Federal Loan Guarantee
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Developer Applies For Federal Loan Guarantee

Barrett Lo claims it has raised necessary funding to access critical guarantee.

WI Daily: Record COVID-19 Cases As a Result of Reporting Fix
WI Daily

Record COVID-19 Cases As a Result of Reporting Fix

Positive case rate, a measure of if enough testing is being done, continues to climb.

Visual Art: See All of Downtown Milwaukee’s New Murals
Visual Art

See All of Downtown Milwaukee’s New Murals

From otters to activists, Milwaukee is awash in new public art.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway on Largest New Urban Manufacturing Plant in US
Friday Photos

Construction Underway on Largest New Urban Manufacturing Plant in US

Komatsu Mining building $285 million manufacturing and office complex in Harbor District.

WI Daily: “We’re Not Doing Enough Tests” Says State Disease Expert
WI Daily

“We’re Not Doing Enough Tests” Says State Disease Expert

"I think it's very safe to say that we're not doing enough tests," says Dr. Ryan Westergaard.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mount Mary, Partners Hold Groundbreaking for Trinity Woods
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mount Mary, Partners Hold Groundbreaking for Trinity Woods

Seniors, students, religious sisters and children will all live under same roof.

City Hall: All Parking Regulations Resume September 14th
City Hall

All Parking Regulations Resume September 14th

Enforcement of most regulations was suspended in March amid pandemic.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall

But cases aren't falling as fast.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the KinetiK Apartments in Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the KinetiK Apartments in Bay View

New, uniquely-shaped apartment building is about "play" and "joy" -- and views.

City Hall: City Expands Program To Fight Overdoses
City Hall

City Expands Program To Fight Overdoses

Housed in fire department, the MORI program aims to reduce drug addiction, overdoses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Public Museum, Betty Brinn to Share New Facility
Eyes on Milwaukee

Public Museum, Betty Brinn to Share New Facility

Not a merger but housing natural history and children's museums in one brand new facility.

City Hall: Health Commissioner Kowalik Resigns
City Hall

Health Commissioner Kowalik Resigns

Led the department's turnaround after lead crisis. Will take Washington D.C. job.

WI Daily: Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Continues Upward Climb
WI Daily

Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Continues Upward Climb

Rate is at its highest point since early May and continues to climb.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Despite Pandemic, City Rents Increasing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Despite Pandemic, City Rents Increasing

Rents falling across much of the country, but not in Milwaukee, report shows.

Transportation: How Is City Doing on Complete Streets?
Transportation

How Is City Doing on Complete Streets?

New report analyzes ongoing program, establishes benchmarks for future progress.

WI Daily: 22,663 COVID-19 Cases in August, 188 Deaths
WI Daily

22,663 COVID-19 Cases in August, 188 Deaths

How does that compare to June and July?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Begins On World’s Tallest Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Begins On World’s Tallest Timber Tower

Ascent, a 25-story apartment tower, will be tallest mass timber building in the world.

Miller Park, Fiserv Forum Will Be Early Voting Sites

Miller Park, Fiserv Forum Will Be Early Voting Sites

Pro sports facilities will serve as two of the city's 18 early voting sites.

WI Daily: 537 New COVID-19 Cases From 5,099 Tests
WI Daily

537 New COVID-19 Cases From 5,099 Tests

Active hospitalizations climb to 287, but still near 30-day low.

Plats and Parcels: New Land Plans Walker’s Point Project
Plats and Parcels

New Land Plans Walker’s Point Project

Plus: Community boatyard renovated + a roundup of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 819 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

819 New COVID-19 Cases

Hospitalizations continue to drop.

Frank Nitty Leads March from Milwaukee to Washington D.C.

Frank Nitty Leads March from Milwaukee to Washington D.C.

750-mile march ends with Nitty speaking at rally on steps of Lincoln Memorial in front of thousands. Blake, Acevedo, Hamilton families also present.

Friday Photos: National Block Apartments Will Have Event Venue, Basement Bar
Friday Photos

National Block Apartments Will Have Event Venue, Basement Bar

Walker's Point building was once condemned, now another sign of rebirth of S. 5th St.

WI Daily: 821 New Cases, Positive Case Rate Rising
WI Daily

821 New Cases, Positive Case Rate Rising

Hospitalizations up day-over-day, but down from a week ago.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Victory Over Violence Park Being Reinvigorated
Eyes on Milwaukee

Victory Over Violence Park Being Reinvigorated

Stage, game tables and other aesthetic improvements for Bronzeville park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 4-Unit Building Would Replace Fire-Damaged Home on Downer Ave
Eyes on Milwaukee

4-Unit Building Would Replace Fire-Damaged Home on Downer Ave

New owner of commercial corridor would build townhomes at E. Park Pl.

City Hall: Budget Testimony Includes Repeated Ask For $75 Million Police Cut
City Hall

Budget Testimony Includes Repeated Ask For $75 Million Police Cut

Two-thirds of those that testified at preliminary budget hearing want funds to go towards health, housing.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Climbing Again, As Are Cases
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Climbing Again, As Are Cases

Active hospitalizations hit 30-day low.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Doors Open 2020 Will Be Virtual Event
Eyes on Milwaukee

Doors Open 2020 Will Be Virtual Event

Pandemic alters form of popular event that provides inside look at over 100 city buildings.

WI Daily: Milwaukee County Now Has 13th Worst COVID-19 Spread
WI Daily

Milwaukee County Now Has 13th Worst COVID-19 Spread

Washington and Waukesha still lead Milwaukee over past two weeks. Iron County worst in state and now second worst all time.

Bucks Boycott Game, Response to Jacob Blake Shooting

Bucks Boycott Game, Response to Jacob Blake Shooting

Team's playoff game called off. "Police department has to change," says a player.

UWM Professor Wins Fulbright Award

UWM Professor Wins Fulbright Award

Architecture Prof Arijit Sen, who works with students on research of overlooked neighborhoods, will travel to India.

Get Your DNC Memorabilia

Get Your DNC Memorabilia

Bobbleheads and buttons from the convention that wasn't.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Has Higher COVID-19 Positive Case Rate Than Milwaukee
WI Daily

Wisconsin Has Higher COVID-19 Positive Case Rate Than Milwaukee

Long the state leader, Milwaukee County appears to be suppressing disease spread.

Stream MANDI Awards Thursday, Vote Now

Stream MANDI Awards Thursday, Vote Now

"Academy Awards of Milwaukee" goes virtual, honors groups making positive impact.

Lawsuit Challenges Evers Mask Mandate

Lawsuit Challenges Evers Mask Mandate

Conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty challenges governor's emergency health order.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michael Emem’s Rising Real Estate Career
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michael Emem’s Rising Real Estate Career

From drawing homes in high school to building them across the city.

WI Daily: Lowest New COVID-19 Case Total Since June 29th
WI Daily

Lowest New COVID-19 Case Total Since June 29th

But assessing state's progress in fighting COVID-19 remains elusive for now.

City Hall: Budget Process Kicks Off On Wednesday
City Hall

Budget Process Kicks Off On Wednesday

Virtual hearing Wednesday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mayor will outline city's financial situation.

WI Daily: Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total Since June 1st
WI Daily

Lowest COVID-19 Testing Total Since June 1st

The number of people being tested for the first time continues to decline.

Plats and Parcels: Spec Industrial Building Planned for Granville
Plats and Parcels

Spec Industrial Building Planned for Granville

Plus: A roundup of the week's real estate news.

WI Daily: 950 New Cases As Testing Falls 39%
WI Daily

950 New Cases As Testing Falls 39%

Saturday's results reflect highest case total when less than 10,000 tests were reported.

Green Party Denied Ballot Access For Now

Green Party Denied Ballot Access For Now

Bipartisan state Election Commission deadlocks on issue with nominating papers.

Friday Photos: Employee-Owned Firm Builds New HQ
Friday Photos

Employee-Owned Firm Builds New HQ

Western Building Products' new facility nears completion.

WI Daily: 826 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

826 New COVID-19 Cases

Positive case rate on a sustained upward trend as testing falls.

City Hall: Morales Starts Process To Sue City
City Hall

Morales Starts Process To Sue City

Chief filed to retire on August 12th

DNC: Last Night Brings Little Exposure for Milwaukee
DNC

Last Night Brings Little Exposure for Milwaukee

Tammy Baldwin and Tom Perez are only Milwaukee speakers Thursday.

WI Daily: Waukesha, Washington Counties Have Faster COVID-19 Spreads Than Milwaukee
WI Daily

Waukesha, Washington Counties Have Faster COVID-19 Spreads Than Milwaukee

Milwaukee, Racine, Ozaukee counties all see declining spreads, Waukesha and Washington accelerating.

Kanye West Booted From Wisconsin Ballot

Kanye West Booted From Wisconsin Ballot

Commission votes 5-1 to reject candidacy on basis West's filing was late. Legal challenge possible.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starting Soon on McKinley School Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starting Soon on McKinley School Redevelopment

$1.1 million environmental cleanup comes first for fire-damaged school.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Buy A Brick at Pompeii Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Buy A Brick at Pompeii Square

Downtown plaza that honors demolished church being redeveloped.

DNC: With A “Holy Mackerel” Tony Evers Kicks Off DNC
DNC

With A “Holy Mackerel” Tony Evers Kicks Off DNC

Evers says Biden will bring civility, respect, empathy and kindness to White House.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Falling Twice As Fast As Cases
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Falling Twice As Fast As Cases

663 new cases, 8 deaths.

Former Milwaukeean Running for Vice President

Former Milwaukeean Running for Vice President

Angela Walker is VP nominee for Green Party, but might not get on Wisconsin ballot.

Election Staff Recommends Denying West’s Presidential Run

Election Staff Recommends Denying West’s Presidential Run

Nomination papers turned in several minutes late, staff note. State Elections Commission board votes on matter Thursday.

Who Wants To Design Downtown’s Largest Mural?

Who Wants To Design Downtown’s Largest Mural?

Milwaukee Downtown looking for the mural that makes Milwaukee famous.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall Faster Than New Case Rate
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall Faster Than New Case Rate

13 deaths reported Tuesday.

DNC: Mayor Gives Welcome Remarks On Night Two
DNC

Mayor Gives Welcome Remarks On Night Two

"These are not conventional times," says Barrett in opening convention proceedings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Was This Bay View House Historic?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Was This Bay View House Historic?

Now-demolished structure on Shore Dr. dated back to 1872. Was it worth saving?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couple Opens Medical Training Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couple Opens Medical Training Center

Former MPS facility at 69th and Appleton becomes Standard of Excellence training center for entry-level medical jobs.

Transportation: The Hop Now Wears a Mask
Transportation

The Hop Now Wears a Mask

"Spread the word, not the virus" is message in new rolling mask billboard.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Associated Bank Upgrading Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

Associated Bank Upgrading Riverwalk

New indoor-outdoor private space planned alongside rehabilitated riverwalk.

WI Daily: 455 New Cases, No Deaths
WI Daily

455 New Cases, No Deaths

Monday data release often has lowest reported totals of the week, August 17th is no exception.

DNC: Gwen Moore Gives 90 Second Convention Speech
DNC

Gwen Moore Gives 90 Second Convention Speech

Moore, first Wisconsin politician to speak, delivers high-energy speech.

DNC Security Costs Down 50 Percent

DNC Security Costs Down 50 Percent

Event will cost $20 to $25 million to secure, feds will reimburse city.

City Hall: You Can Help City Balance Its Budget
City Hall

You Can Help City Balance Its Budget

Residents can take survey, use simulation tool to fix $53 million structural deficit.

Plats and Parcels: Madison Is Worth More Than Milwaukee
Plats and Parcels

Madison Is Worth More Than Milwaukee

With less than half the residents, Madison property is worth more than $1.5 billion more.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Spread Accelerating In Wisconsin Teenagers
WI Daily

COVID-19 Spread Accelerating In Wisconsin Teenagers

Percentage of individuals under 19 that have contracted disease has increased every month this summer.

WI Daily: 829 New Cases, 13 Deaths
WI Daily

829 New Cases, 13 Deaths

Hospitalizations hold steady

New Chart Shows Wisconsin’s True COVID-19 Testing Utilization

New Chart Shows Wisconsin’s True COVID-19 Testing Utilization

Daily figures from DHS have filtered out duplicates, repeats.

Friday Photos: Hmong High School Rises on Northwest Side
Friday Photos

Hmong High School Rises on Northwest Side

$30 million project represents latest expansion for well-regarded charter school.

WI Daily: Over 1,000 New Cases, But Active Hospitalizations Drop
WI Daily

Over 1,000 New Cases, But Active Hospitalizations Drop

Testing continues to sag.

When Will Milwaukee’s Presidential Election Results Come In?

When Will Milwaukee’s Presidential Election Results Come In?

The primary had voters waiting until 2:30 a.m. Next race could have three times the ballots.

UWM Professor Studying How To Improve Pandemic Communication

UWM Professor Studying How To Improve Pandemic Communication

Researchers want to provide media and educators suggestions on how to better communicate health information.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Hits Month Low
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Hits Month Low

943 new cases reported Thursday.

Transportation: MCTS Wins $3 Million Federal Grant
Transportation

MCTS Wins $3 Million Federal Grant

Grant will pay for a less exciting part of running a transit system - repairing a maintenance facility.

Protest Day 75: Frank Nitty, Tory Lowe Arrested Marching in Rural Indiana
Protest Day 75

Frank Nitty, Tory Lowe Arrested Marching in Rural Indiana

Group from Milwaukee is marching to Washington DC.

Nine Election Takeaways

Nine Election Takeaways

Big turnout, delayed votes, new faces in the Assembly and the Constitution Party.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Spreading Faster in Waukesha County Than Milwaukee
WI Daily

COVID-19 Spreading Faster in Waukesha County Than Milwaukee

As Milwaukee slows, the suburban cases grow.

WI Daily: Over 1,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19
WI Daily

Over 1,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19

Wisconsin's death rate is 14th lowest in country.

City Trails on Census As Trump Shortens Deadline

City Trails on Census As Trump Shortens Deadline

City way behind state, nation in response as Trump cuts back time for door-to-door census.

Democrats Release List of DNC Speakers

Democrats Release List of DNC Speakers

Big names like Obama, Sanders, Clinton to speak virtually, state pols like Evers, Baldwin to orate in person.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump To 74-Day High
WI Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump To 74-Day High

No new deaths, state total at 998.

Protest Day 73: Bowen Says Officer Mensah Fired The Gun
Protest Day 73

Bowen Says Officer Mensah Fired The Gun

Rep. Bowen disputes police account, says Mensah, not protestors, fired gun at officer's house.

City Poised for Record Turnout in Primary

City Poised for Record Turnout in Primary

More absentee ballots requested than the total vote in any fall primary in two decades.

DNC-Timed Art Installation Covers Downtown

DNC-Timed Art Installation Covers Downtown

Work by local artists highlights democracy for convention, though delegates won't attend.

City Hall: Milwaukee Ends Compost Program
City Hall

Milwaukee Ends Compost Program

As recently as February the city was planning to greatly expand it.

After the Fire: We’re Still Here, and Growing
After the Fire

We’re Still Here, and Growing

Two months after fire destroys Urban Milwaukee offices, publication has its members to thank for rebound.

WI Daily: 5,000 Wisconsin Residents Hospitalized Because of COVID-19
WI Daily

5,000 Wisconsin Residents Hospitalized Because of COVID-19

But only 352 currently.

Plats and Parcels: Asian Market Plans Expansion
Plats and Parcels

Asian Market Plans Expansion

New owners chart big future for 5XEN Super Asian Market.

WI Daily: New One-Day COVID-19 Case Record
WI Daily

New One-Day COVID-19 Case Record

Ventilator usage near a pandemic high, but no shortage of capacity.

Friday Photos: Downtown Hotels Moving Forward
Friday Photos

Downtown Hotels Moving Forward

Construction near the finish line for trio of new hotels.

WEDC, Milwaukee Downtown Tout “We’re All In” Safety Campaign

WEDC, Milwaukee Downtown Tout “We’re All In” Safety Campaign

Saying COVID-19 is not a political issue, leaders want individuals to support businesses with safe practices.

WI Daily: One in 100 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19
WI Daily

One in 100 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19

State testing data shows state hits threshold for first time. Milwaukee County is greater than one in 50.

Viewaukee Provides Look at Milwaukee’s History

Viewaukee Provides Look at Milwaukee’s History

10 tower viewers provide historic Milwaukee views.

WI Daily: Wisconsin On COVID-19 Testing Surge
WI Daily

Wisconsin On COVID-19 Testing Surge

Over 17,000 tests for three days in a row.

Police Chief Alfonso Morales Demoted

Police Chief Alfonso Morales Demoted

Accused of unbecoming behavior and lying. Morales' attorney says it's a ploy to distract from problems at commission.

Vote August 11th: Candidate List and Election Guide
Vote August 11th

Candidate List and Election Guide

Long list of candidates, but ballots will be short for most Milwaukeeans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Inside The Oriental Theatre Overhaul
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Inside The Oriental Theatre Overhaul

Milwaukee Film taking full advantage of pandemic to accelerate renovations.

Eyes on Milwaukee: DeLong, Michels Making Large Investments In Port
Eyes on Milwaukee

DeLong, Michels Making Large Investments In Port

New buildings, new jobs, new leases for port.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Slowing in Milwaukee County, Increasing Statewide
WI Daily

COVID-19 Slowing in Milwaukee County, Increasing Statewide

Milwaukee County still has fourth largest per capita spread in state, but it's down 29 percent.

Foundation Allocates $30 Million To Equitable COVID-19 Business Recovery

Foundation Allocates $30 Million To Equitable COVID-19 Business Recovery

GMF advancing its impact investing model to much larger scale.

Barrett Disappointed Biden Won’t Attend DNC

Barrett Disappointed Biden Won’t Attend DNC

The biggest party in Democratic politics may be nothing more than a local get-together.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Schlitz Park Being Renovated
Eyes on Milwaukee

Schlitz Park Being Renovated

New owners making improvements to historic office complex, including new Brown Bottle restaurant, plaza.

MPD Defends Tear Gas Use In New Video

MPD Defends Tear Gas Use In New Video

Video released as part of complying with 11 directives issued to Chief Alfonso Morales.

Joe Biden Won’t Travel to Milwaukee For DNC

Joe Biden Won’t Travel to Milwaukee For DNC

Party confirms Biden and VP pick will speak remotely.

Nine Businesses Receive Warnings For Violating Milwaukee Mask Mandate

Nine Businesses Receive Warnings For Violating Milwaukee Mask Mandate

Bars and restaurants generating the largest number of complaints. Fines coming next.

WI Daily: New COVID-19 Testing Record, 728 New Cases
WI Daily

New COVID-19 Testing Record, 728 New Cases

Testing continues to climb, positive case rate falling, but state still recording large numbers of new cases.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Container Bar Planned for Bradford Beach
Eyes on Milwaukee

Container Bar Planned for Bradford Beach

But Historic Preservation Commission gives it only partial approval.

City Hall: Will Chief Morales Sue The City If He’s Fired?
City Hall

Will Chief Morales Sue The City If He’s Fired?

Chief's attorney doesn't rule it out. Morales addresses media during press club event.

WI Daily: Lowest COVID-19 Case Total In a Month
WI Daily

Lowest COVID-19 Case Total In a Month

Testing continues to trend upward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Rejects Voting Rights Mural
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Rejects Voting Rights Mural

Without debating content or artist, commission finds mural needs to wait for guidelines to be approved.

COVID-19 Testing Quick and Easy At National Guard Sites

COVID-19 Testing Quick and Easy At National Guard Sites

Free testing sites now offer preregistration, emailed results.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City’s Top Preservation Group Hires New Leader
Eyes on Milwaukee

City’s Top Preservation Group Hires New Leader

Jeremy Ebersole will lead Milwaukee Preservation Alliance.

Plats and Parcels: Mount Mary Begins Work on Trinity Woods Development
Plats and Parcels

Mount Mary Begins Work on Trinity Woods Development

Intergenerational-housing complex provides spaces for students with kids to seniors.

WI Daily: 957 New Cases, Only One Death
WI Daily

957 New Cases, Only One Death

Data released Sunday largely mirrors that released last Sunday.

WI Daily: Second-Highest COVID-19 New Case Total
WI Daily

Second-Highest COVID-19 New Case Total

Daily death total trending upward

WI Daily: One In Every 50 Milwaukee County Residents Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
WI Daily

One In Every 50 Milwaukee County Residents Has Tested Positive For COVID-19

Death total reaches highest level in 50 days.

New Order Allows Milwaukee Schools To Reopen, Could Halt Indoor Dining

New Order Allows Milwaukee Schools To Reopen, Could Halt Indoor Dining

Bars and restaurants required to have safety plan by September 15th or face "capacity limits."

Transportation: City Testing Strategies To Protect Pedestrians, Slow Motorists
Transportation

City Testing Strategies To Protect Pedestrians, Slow Motorists

City extending curbs at intersections with paint, plastic posts and concrete.

Friday Photos: Walker’s Point Buildings Get New Lease on Life
Friday Photos

Walker’s Point Buildings Get New Lease on Life

Sofi Lofts taking shaping near Milwaukee River.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brothers Bar Expansion Takes Shape
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brothers Bar Expansion Takes Shape

Water Street bar will soon span three buildings, each a century old.

WI Daily: 1,059 New Cases As Governor Announces Mask Mandate
WI Daily

1,059 New Cases As Governor Announces Mask Mandate

Second biggest testing and case day on record.

Evers Issues Statewide Mask Mandate

Evers Issues Statewide Mask Mandate

Order goes into effect August 1st.

Protest Day 62: March Honors Ernest Lacy, Died in MPD Custody in 1981
Protest Day 62

March Honors Ernest Lacy, Died in MPD Custody in 1981

62nd day of marches honor Lacy, who would have turned 62 Tuesday.

WI Daily: 870 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

870 New COVID-19 Cases

Over 700 cases in 19 of last 21 days, but positive case rate no longer climbing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Irgens Installing Highest Green Roof in City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Irgens Installing Highest Green Roof in City

Part of transformation of 52-year-old office tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the New Good Hope Library
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the New Good Hope Library

Years later than expected, new library is open. Was it worth the wait? Yes.

Federal “Surge” Is At Least 25 Agents

Federal “Surge” Is At Least 25 Agents

But far smaller than other cities, will not target protesters, says agent in charge.

City Hall: Assessment Commissioner Keeps His Job
City Hall

Assessment Commissioner Keeps His Job

Once expected to face a close vote, Steve Miner gets council approval on 13-2 vote.

WI Daily: 100-Day High In New COVID-19 Hospitalizations
WI Daily

100-Day High In New COVID-19 Hospitalizations

But the number of people actively hospitalized remains elusive.

City Hall: Council’s Police Reform Wish List Grows
City Hall

Council’s Police Reform Wish List Grows

Council wants still more changes, but can only request Fire & Police Commission to enact them.

City Hall: Johnson Will Lead City’s Public Library System
City Hall

Johnson Will Lead City’s Public Library System

Joan Johnson will be first Black director in the library's 142-year history.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Group Fundraising For ‘New’ State Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Group Fundraising For ‘New’ State Theater

$4.5 million effort for all-ages music venue in theater that once hosted AC/DC, U2 and The Police.

WI Daily: 590 New COVID-19 Cases, One Death
WI Daily

590 New COVID-19 Cases, One Death

Eighteen-day streak of over 700 new cases stops as testing falls.

Visual Art: New Sculptures Appearing Downtown
Visual Art

New Sculptures Appearing Downtown

Sculpture Milwaukee ramping up its 2020 installation.

City Hall: Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?
City Hall

Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?

Different than Portland, continues past help, Chisholm and DeSiato explain.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View’s Most Polarizing Home For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View’s Most Polarizing Home For Sale

Former Alderman Tony Zielinski selling house for $2.1 million.

Plats and Parcels: Gorman Plans Edison Middle School Redevelopment
Plats and Parcels

Gorman Plans Edison Middle School Redevelopment

Vacant for a decade, former MPS school would become apartments.

WI Daily: 957 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

957 New COVID-19 Cases

Surges taking place across the state, including Milwaukee, Waukesha and Iron counties.

City’s New ‘Dream Library’ Takes Shape

City’s New ‘Dream Library’ Takes Shape

Mural of fictional books based on suggestions from community going up on 57th and Vliet.

WI Daily: 6,385 New COVID-19 Cases, 91,270 Tests In Past Week
WI Daily

6,385 New COVID-19 Cases, 91,270 Tests In Past Week

Positive case rate appears to have stabilized, a sign that disease spread might not be accelerating.

Friday Photos: Clarke Square Apartments Open
Friday Photos

Clarke Square Apartments Open

New buildings bookend south side park, provide affordable housing.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Sets COVID-19 Testing Record, 1,018 New Cases
WI Daily

Wisconsin Sets COVID-19 Testing Record, 1,018 New Cases

Third time in four days Wisconsin has recorded over 1,000 new cases.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Costs Could Decline By End of 2020
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Costs Could Decline By End of 2020

Productivity losses and supply chain disruptions have inhibited costs from dropping already.

Transportation: Canadian National Investing $100 Million In Wisconsin
Transportation

Canadian National Investing $100 Million In Wisconsin

New automobile shipping facility planned near Minnesota border. Railroad has invested $970 million in five years.

Trump Sending Federal Agent “Surge” to Milwaukee, State, Local Officials React

Trump Sending Federal Agent “Surge” to Milwaukee, State, Local Officials React

Attorney General calls it a "facist tactic." MPD says support not for civil unrest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Refreshing South Side Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Refreshing South Side Park

North portion of park was once site of restaurant with dolphin tank.

WI Daily: 1,052 New COVID-19 Cases, 13 Deaths
WI Daily

1,052 New COVID-19 Cases, 13 Deaths

State hits 85,000 tests per week goal for second time. Will it be sustained?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Awash In New Murals
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Awash In New Murals

From social justice to physical activity, murals spread a message of positivity.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Dubbel Dutch Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Dubbel Dutch Hotel

New hotel opens Saturday in historic double mansion.

WI Daily: Positive Case Rate Hits Two-Week Low
WI Daily

Positive Case Rate Hits Two-Week Low

One day blip or start of a new trend?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developers Will Rehab Locust St. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developers Will Rehab Locust St. Building

Buyers making jump from homes to commercial buildings, will rehab vacant 1875 building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lindsay Heights Garden Center Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lindsay Heights Garden Center Planned

Walnut Way founders Sharon and Larry Adams continue push to improve Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plumber Buying City Owned Property
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plumber Buying City Owned Property

City acquired 96-year-old building on Atkinson through tax foreclosure. Owner to rehab for office and apartment.

Here Are Chief Morales’ Marching Orders

Here Are Chief Morales’ Marching Orders

Read all 11 directives, ranging from a COVID-19 mask policy to attending every commission meeting.

Kowalik Still Resists School Reopenings

Kowalik Still Resists School Reopenings

City health leader says schools must get approved plan to reopen, with precise rules still to come.

WI Daily: 1,117 New COVID-19 Cases, A Record High in Wisconsin
WI Daily

1,117 New COVID-19 Cases, A Record High in Wisconsin

100-day high in new hospital admissions. Gap between Milwaukee and state continues to grow.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $1 Million For ‘Really Unique Project’
Eyes on Milwaukee

$1 Million For ‘Really Unique Project’

Headline: Journal Sentinel building from 1960s would become housing for MATC students.

City Hall: Council Might Fire Assessor Steve Miner
City Hall

Council Might Fire Assessor Steve Miner

Assessment Commissioner finds little support from Judiciary & Legislation Committee.

City Hall: FPC Gives Morales 11 Directives, Threatens Firing For Non-Compliance
City Hall

FPC Gives Morales 11 Directives, Threatens Firing For Non-Compliance

Move comes as part of six month review of Morales' performance.

WI Daily: Hospitalizations, Case Rate Keep Rising
WI Daily

Hospitalizations, Case Rate Keep Rising

But deaths are slowing. Will they jump or has death rate slowed?

City Hall: Food Truck Ban for Downer Ave. Proposed
City Hall

Food Truck Ban for Downer Ave. Proposed

Business owners upset that trucks have loud generators, take up parking spaces.

City Hall: Ethics Board Launches Probe of FPC Chair
City Hall

Ethics Board Launches Probe of FPC Chair

Steven DeVougas will be investigated for ethical conflicts; his lawyer blasts "political gamesmanship" by police union.

Transportation: State Advancing Hiawatha Expansion
Transportation

State Advancing Hiawatha Expansion

Menomonee Valley rail yard reconfiguration would benefit passenger and freight trains and city motorists

Plats and Parcels: 25,000-Square-Foot East Side Mansion For Sale
Plats and Parcels

25,000-Square-Foot East Side Mansion For Sale

UWM selling historic mansion, one of largest in the city.

WI Daily: 45-Day COVID-19 Hospitalization High, But Only One Death
WI Daily

45-Day COVID-19 Hospitalization High, But Only One Death

30-day death rate as low as it has been since outbreak began.

Protest Day 51: Outdoor Civil Rights Museum Planned For Near West Side
Protest Day 51

Outdoor Civil Rights Museum Planned For Near West Side

Mural featuring current leaders is just first phase of broader plan from Mil Collective.

WI Daily: New Single Day COVID-19 High, Cases Spreading To Older Age Groups
WI Daily

New Single Day COVID-19 High, Cases Spreading To Older Age Groups

State reports double-digit death total for first time in 22 days as hospitalizations fall.

Friday Photos: Walnut Way’s Wellness Commons Rises
Friday Photos

Walnut Way’s Wellness Commons Rises

Building just latest in series of projects transforming neighborhood.

“Active Streets” Through Humboldt Park Scaled Back

“Active Streets” Through Humboldt Park Scaled Back

Reconfiguration doesn't provide increased access to many amenities cited by the county, but does provide shortcut for motorists.

City Hall: Council Spending Hours Reviewing Barrett’s Appointments
City Hall

Council Spending Hours Reviewing Barrett’s Appointments

Plenty of praise and criticism for department heads, including Jeff Polenske and Jeanette Kowalik.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 40 Percent In Two Weeks
WI Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 40 Percent In Two Weeks

Lagging indicator of disease's spread has upward trend.

Service Estimates COVID-19 Exposure Risk at Gatherings

Service Estimates COVID-19 Exposure Risk at Gatherings

A gathering of 100 people in Milwaukee County is given a 97% chance of having COVID-19 positive attendee.

Members of Congress Told Not To Attend DNC In Person

Members of Congress Told Not To Attend DNC In Person

Planned for 50,000 attendees, convention continues to shrink.

Eyes on Milwaukee: King Drive Apartments Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

King Drive Apartments Moving Forward

Development team buying five lots from city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Funds Get First Approval for Journal Square Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Funds Get First Approval for Journal Square Lofts

Affordable housing development is focused on non-traditional MATC students.

WI Daily: 900 New COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations On the Rise
WI Daily

900 New COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations On the Rise

Over 300 people hospitalized for first time in over 30 days.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 400 Businesses Will Split $4 Million For COVID-19 Readiness
Eyes on Milwaukee

400 Businesses Will Split $4 Million For COVID-19 Readiness

City grant program only allocates 20 percent of expected budget. Designed to retool businesses to adapt to COVID-19 dangers.

Hoan Bridge Lights Will Soon Be Installed

Hoan Bridge Lights Will Soon Be Installed

Organization secures $3.5 million private funding to light west side of bridge.

WI Daily: Milwaukee Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak In State, Gap Widening
WI Daily

Milwaukee Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak In State, Gap Widening

821 new cases reported in Wisconsin on Wednesday.

City Hall: Marlene Johnson-Odom Park Proposed
City Hall

Marlene Johnson-Odom Park Proposed

Committee approves naming children's park after council's longest serving woman and Black member.

City Hall: Don’t Call 911 On City Mask Mandate
City Hall

Don’t Call 911 On City Mask Mandate

Emphasis on voluntary compliance. "We don't want a bunch of Karens making complaints."

WI Daily: New High, 964 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

New High, 964 New COVID-19 Cases

State sets new case record for fourth time in past week and a 30-day hospitalization high.

MPD Wants Beef Jerky, Pepper Spray

MPD Wants Beef Jerky, Pepper Spray

DNC security purchase list includes 50,000 bottles of Gatorade, 4,000-pound concrete barriers and tear gas-delivering battering ram.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Early Indicators Are “Very Troubling”
WI Daily

COVID-19 Early Indicators Are “Very Troubling”

Medical College of Wisconsin CEO warns of accelerating spread of COVID-19. Positive case rate has increased for 25 days.

City Hall: Milwaukee Adopts Mask Mandate
City Hall

Milwaukee Adopts Mask Mandate

Council unanimously adopts indoor and outdoor mandate. Goes into effect Thursday.

City Hall: City Announces Upgrades for Fall Election
City Hall

City Announces Upgrades for Fall Election

Steps to improve voting by mail, higher pay for poll workers, plan for 171 polling places.

Plats and Parcels: Demolition Underway for Adams Hotel
Plats and Parcels

Demolition Underway for Adams Hotel

Plus: DCD gets new leadership team

WI Daily: Four Straight Days of Over 750 New COVID-19 Cases
WI Daily

Four Straight Days of Over 750 New COVID-19 Cases

But a negative death total, how did that happen?

Yo Ho Ho, Buy a Pirate Barge!

Yo Ho Ho, Buy a Pirate Barge!

6,000-square-foot barge for sale, mateys. Flame-breathing dragons not included.

WI Daily: Three Straight Days of Record COVID-19 Case Growth
WI Daily

Three Straight Days of Record COVID-19 Case Growth

Testing falls, but number of new cases keeps setting new highs. Why haven't hospitalizations followed suit?

Friday Photos: Apartments Rising Alongside Office Tower at River One
Friday Photos

Apartments Rising Alongside Office Tower at River One

First phases of $100 million complex taking shape in Harbor District.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second Round of Black and Brown Business Owners Win Financial Backing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second Round of Black and Brown Business Owners Win Financial Backing

Brew City Match announces second cohort, begins accepting applications for next group.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Sets Single-Day COVID-19 Case High, Again
WI Daily

Wisconsin Sets Single-Day COVID-19 Case High, Again

Third time in seven days. Testing falls, but positive case rate increases.

City Hall: Council Seeks Police Reform, But Will It Happen?
City Hall

Council Seeks Police Reform, But Will It Happen?

Common Council has a growing wish list. Will Fire & Police Commission act?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Secures Funding To Redevelop, Expand Century City Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Secures Funding To Redevelop, Expand Century City Park

Park will quadruple in size as of MKE Plays redevelopment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers Advancing New Plan to Redevelop Journal Sentinel Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers Advancing New Plan to Redevelop Journal Sentinel Complex

Student housing for MATC up first.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Sets New Single-Day COVID-19 Case High
WI Daily

Wisconsin Sets New Single-Day COVID-19 Case High

30-day testing high, but positive case rate ticks upward.

City Hall: Mask Mandate Passes Committee
City Hall

Mask Mandate Passes Committee

Proposal would require masks indoors and outdoors, but with limited enforcement.

City Removing “Defund the Police” Mural Friday

City Removing “Defund the Police” Mural Friday

Message heard "loud and clear" says public works commissioner, but mural creates safety problems.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Massive Voting Rights Mural Planned for Downtown Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Massive Voting Rights Mural Planned for Downtown Building

Shepard Fairey, designer of iconic Obama Hope image, will bring his work to Milwaukee in time for DNC.

City Hall: Black Members Blast Council President
City Hall

Black Members Blast Council President

Chevy Johnson won't take on 'status quo and complacency,' says former president Hamilton and six others.

WI Daily: 20 Days of Climbing COVID-19 Positive Case Rate
WI Daily

20 Days of Climbing COVID-19 Positive Case Rate

Active hospitalizations also hit three week high.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Urban Golf School Plans Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Urban Golf School Plans Expansion

Bridging the Gap plans to expand educational offerings at near west side facility.

City Hall: Milwaukee Mask Mandate Scaled Back
City Hall

Milwaukee Mask Mandate Scaled Back

Special council committee to debate it. Outdoor requirement scaled back, minimum age raised.

Wisconsin Has Fastest COVID-19 Spread In U.S.

Wisconsin Has Fastest COVID-19 Spread In U.S.

New study has alarming figures, with spread coming since state shutdown ended.

Transportation: Road Diets Planned for Six City Streets
Transportation

Road Diets Planned for Six City Streets

Lanes will be removed, improving safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases Double Since Memorial Day
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases Double Since Memorial Day

State officials fear spread to older population could trigger surge in hospitalizations and deaths.

City Hall: Election Commission Leader Barely Confirmed
City Hall

Election Commission Leader Barely Confirmed

Approved by 8-7 vote, with council members charging she lied during approval process.

City Hall: What Is And Isn’t In Milwaukee’s Mask Mandate
City Hall

What Is And Isn’t In Milwaukee’s Mask Mandate

Proposal requires a mask indoor and outdoors, fines up to $500 for repeated violations.

City Hall: Fire & Police Leader Withdraws
City Hall

Fire & Police Leader Withdraws

FPC Executive Director Griselda Aldrete says council values spectacle over merit.

WI Daily: Three Days of No Deaths, 18 Days of Rising Case Rate
WI Daily

Three Days of No Deaths, 18 Days of Rising Case Rate

Hospitalizations tick upward for second straight day.

City Hall: Library Director Paula Kiely Retiring
City Hall

Library Director Paula Kiely Retiring

Kiely has led library since 2006, presided over great change.

City Hall: Miller Park To Be Early Voting Site
City Hall

Miller Park To Be Early Voting Site

Milwaukee residents will be able to vote for President at ballpark.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall, Case Rate Continues to Climb
WI Daily

COVID-19 Testing Continues to Fall, Case Rate Continues to Climb

Positive case rate has climbed for 17 straight days.

Plats and Parcels: MSOE Reshaping Its Campus
Plats and Parcels

MSOE Reshaping Its Campus

New STEM center, redeveloped residence hall just the latest changes.

Protest Day 37: Marches, Celebrations, Calls For Justice
Protest Day 37

Marches, Celebrations, Calls For Justice

Independence Day doesn't distract marchers.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Reports Biggest One-Day COVID-19 Case Increase
WI Daily

Wisconsin Reports Biggest One-Day COVID-19 Case Increase

But no new deaths and hospitalizations fall to three month low.

Florists For Social Justice at Sherman Phoenix

Florists For Social Justice at Sherman Phoenix

New sculpture honors fight for racial equality.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Spread Keeps Accelerating in Wisconsin
WI Daily

COVID-19 Spread Keeps Accelerating in Wisconsin

15-days of positive case rate trend climbing.

Friday Photos: The Electric Apartments Rise
Friday Photos

The Electric Apartments Rise

New apartment building in Historic Third Ward wraps electric substation.

Milwaukee Moves Backward In Fight Against COVID-19

Milwaukee Moves Backward In Fight Against COVID-19

City's positive case rate climbs to 12.1 percent.

Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate Has Doubled

Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate Has Doubled

86 homicides already in 2020, versus 43 at same point in 2019.

“Defund The Police” Becomes “Defend The Police”

“Defund The Police” Becomes “Defend The Police”

Mural outside City Hall gets altered overnight.

WI Daily: 14-Day Positive Case Rate Continues Upward Climb
WI Daily

14-Day Positive Case Rate Continues Upward Climb

Spread of disease has increased, even as testing has expanded in past week. Brown County now has second-worst outbreak.

City Hall: Should Police Report Every Time They Draw Weapon?
City Hall

Should Police Report Every Time They Draw Weapon?

MPD says it's a paperwork burden. Alderman says he's not looking for a Master's thesis.

Giannis Protest Mural Planned for Bay View Bar

Giannis Protest Mural Planned for Bay View Bar

Mural is designed to keep focus on protest marches.

City Hall: What Should Or Shouldn’t Be in Milwaukee Mask Mandate?
City Hall

What Should Or Shouldn’t Be in Milwaukee Mask Mandate?

Council debates ordinance before its written.

City Hall: Election Director Nominee Is Back In
City Hall

Election Director Nominee Is Back In

Claire Woodall-Vogg would like to run Milwaukee Election Commission after all.

City Hall: Council Grilling, But Advancing Mayoral Appointees
City Hall

Council Grilling, But Advancing Mayoral Appointees

Most being confirmed unanimously after long meetings.

“Defund the Police” Painted On Street In Front of Milwaukee City Hall

“Defund the Police” Painted On Street In Front of Milwaukee City Hall

Mural as long as a city block, covers 13,000 square feet.

WI Daily: 1 of Every 200 in State Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
WI Daily

1 of Every 200 in State Has Tested Positive For COVID-19

14-day positive case rate continues to climb upward.

City Hall: Feds Won’t Cover $1.6 Million Hazard Pay
City Hall

Feds Won’t Cover $1.6 Million Hazard Pay

Changing guidance leaves Milwaukee holding the bag for COVID-19-related bonus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Crump Wins Committee Support to Head DCD
Eyes on Milwaukee

Crump Wins Committee Support to Head DCD

New commissioner would serve in one of most visible, influential administration roles.

WI Daily: Testing Surges, But Positive Case Rate Still Increasing
WI Daily

Testing Surges, But Positive Case Rate Still Increasing

14-day average continues to tick upward as Wisconsin records second-biggest one-day case increase.

City Hall: Dimitrijevic Introduces Mask Mandate
City Hall

Dimitrijevic Introduces Mask Mandate

Mayor Barrett and council President Johnson endorse a city-wide mandate.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Biggest Ever Affordable Housing Project Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Biggest Ever Affordable Housing Project Advances

197-unit, $59 million Community Within the Corridor project would get $3 million from city.

75 Businesses Demand a City Mask Mandate

75 Businesses Demand a City Mask Mandate

Pabst Theater Group, Colectivo, Fiserv Forum, Bartolotta join call for action.

WI Daily: Two Straight Days With No COVID-19 Deaths
WI Daily

Two Straight Days With No COVID-19 Deaths

Hospitalizations hit 88-day low, but new cases continue to accelerate.

Protest Day 31: New Mural Honors Milwaukee Activists
Protest Day 31

New Mural Honors Milwaukee Activists

Mural depicts Frank Nitty, Tommy Franecki, Vaun Mayes, Markasa Tucker and others.

Protest Organizer Vaun Mayes Arrested

Protest Organizer Vaun Mayes Arrested

For "burglary party to a crime" says arrest blotter. Frank Nitty captures arrest on video.

Fire Department Investigating Brown Figure Hanging in “Looped Ribbon”

Fire Department Investigating Brown Figure Hanging in “Looped Ribbon”

Charges expected to be read this week. Investigation underway since February.

Plats and Parcels: Historic Church Will Become High Tech Office Space
Plats and Parcels

Historic Church Will Become High Tech Office Space

Northern Ground buys Walker's Point building. Northridge owners appeal court decision.

WI Daily: Wisconsin Records Highest COVID-19 Case Rate in 40 Days
WI Daily

Wisconsin Records Highest COVID-19 Case Rate in 40 Days

Testing slows, but cases grow.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Cases Increase As Testing Falls in Wisconsin
WI Daily

COVID-19 Cases Increase As Testing Falls in Wisconsin

Even with fewer tests Wisconsin finds more cases.

Milwaukee Increases Bar Capacity to 50% As Cases Spike Statewide

Milwaukee Increases Bar Capacity to 50% As Cases Spike Statewide

Changes go into effect July 1st. City also unveils plan to allow 100 percent capacity.

This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality

This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality

List of protests against the killing of George Floyd and police brutality.

Mother Connected to “40th and Lloyd” Incident Speaks Out

Mother Connected to “40th and Lloyd” Incident Speaks Out

Was missing teenage girl ever at N. 40th St.? Mother unsure, but questions about home remain from community.

WI Daily: COVID-19 Spread Accelerating in Wisconsin
WI Daily

COVID-19 Spread Accelerating in Wisconsin

Number of new cases in past 24 hours at highest level in 28 days.

Friday Photos: New Downtown Apartment Building Takes Shape
Friday Photos

New Downtown Apartment Building Takes Shape

Bucks guard's first Milwaukee development project takes shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Developer Secures Financing
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Developer Secures Financing

No construction date announced, but private financing commitment marks major milestone.

City Hall: Election Director Appointee Pulls Out
City Hall

Election Director Appointee Pulls Out

Says she was working 18-hour days in worst year of her life and told to be less honest to be confirmed.

City Hall: Fire & Police Commission Director Wins Committee Support For Reappointment
City Hall

Fire & Police Commission Director Wins Committee Support For Reappointment

Griselda Aldrete gets committee support, but needs to pick up five votes from the full council to keep her job.

WI Daily: Upward Trend in COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin Continues
WI Daily

Upward Trend in COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin Continues

Rate of new cases is increasing while testing holds steady.

City Hall: Council Committee Debates Oversight For Police Military-Grade Purchases
City Hall

Council Committee Debates Oversight For Police Military-Grade Purchases

Would require approval for all purchases.

Activists Clean Up Around Burned House As Questions Remain

Activists Clean Up Around Burned House As Questions Remain

Activists want more from police, police want cooperation from community

Dining: Milwaukee Restaurants Could Return to 100 Percent Capacity
Dining

Milwaukee Restaurants Could Return to 100 Percent Capacity

Health department preparing pilot program for restaurants with COVID-19 mitigation plan.

WI Daily: Biggest Number of New COVID-19 Cases in Three Weeks
WI Daily

Biggest Number of New COVID-19 Cases in Three Weeks

Positive case rate is trending up, the opposite of what public health officials want to see.

DNC Will Be Largely Virtual, Not At Fiserv Forum

DNC Will Be Largely Virtual, Not At Fiserv Forum

Delegations urged not to travel to Milwaukee, convention moved to Wisconsin Center.

Burned Home Had 27 Police Service Calls

Burned Home Had 27 Police Service Calls

Police visited alleged sex trafficking house, burned last night, 27 times in four years.

Suspected Sex Trafficking House Burned

Suspected Sex Trafficking House Burned

Crowd surrounds house at 40th and Lloyd believed to be connected to missing children.

Oriental Theatre Closed for Summer, Plans Renovations

Oriental Theatre Closed for Summer, Plans Renovations

Milwaukee Film continuing plan to fully restore 1927 movie palace.

Daily: Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Drops To Two-Week Low, But Trend Still Increasing
Daily

Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Drops To Two-Week Low, But Trend Still Increasing

Testing volume is declining in Wisconsin.

New Tool Tracks COVID-19 Changes By County

New Tool Tracks COVID-19 Changes By County

State DHS dashboard tracks active spread in last two weeks to guide decision makers.

Daily: 14-Day Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Continues Upward Trend
Daily

14-Day Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Continues Upward Trend

Percentage of tests coming back positive is growing.

Protest Day 24: Black is Beautiful Slow Ride Loops Through City
Protest Day 24

Black is Beautiful Slow Ride Loops Through City

Over 1,000 people take to their bikes to spread a message of social justice.

Daily: Highest COVID-19 Positive Test Rate in Three Weeks
Daily

Highest COVID-19 Positive Test Rate in Three Weeks

For the second day in a row, Milwaukee County has worst COVID-19 outbreak in the state.

Plats and Parcels: Rite Hite’s New HQ Approved
Plats and Parcels

Rite Hite’s New HQ Approved

Plus: Walker's Point apartment plans dropped, while another neighborhood building sells.

Finding City’s Most Integrated Neighborhoods

Finding City’s Most Integrated Neighborhoods

Study shows 25 neighborhoods across Milwaukee are majority-minority like city as a whole.

Daily: Milwaukee Now Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin
Daily

Milwaukee Now Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin

For the first time since April, Milwaukee County has highest per-capita rate and greatest number of cases.

City Hall: Milwaukee to Hike Parking Meter Rates
City Hall

Milwaukee to Hike Parking Meter Rates

City has yet to implement 2018 market-based plan to vary rates based on demand.

Friday Photos: Villard Commons Rises
Friday Photos

Villard Commons Rises

New apartment building rises on Old North Milwaukee main street.

Black Lives Matter Mural Covers Milwaukee Intersection

Black Lives Matter Mural Covers Milwaukee Intersection

MLK and Locust now sports colorful mural with powerful message.

Daily: Over 24,000 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin Since Outbreak Began
Daily

Over 24,000 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin Since Outbreak Began

Hospitalizaton stays at nearly 80 day low of 241.

Juneteenth Flag Flies Over City Hall Complex

Juneteenth Flag Flies Over City Hall Complex

City flies flag for the first time as county and state follow suit.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Offering New Subsidies For Homes In Two Urban Subdivisions
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Offering New Subsidies For Homes In Two Urban Subdivisions

Grants would offset cost of new construction in two infill housing developments.

“Black Lives Matter” To Be Painted on Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

“Black Lives Matter” To Be Painted on Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

Artist Vedale Hill leads Juneteenth community mural creation.

City Hall: Barrett Calls For Police To Stop All Chokeholds
City Hall

Barrett Calls For Police To Stop All Chokeholds

Decision rests with powerful Fire & Police Commission.

Daily: Biggest Number of New COVID-19 Cases in Two Weeks
Daily

Biggest Number of New COVID-19 Cases in Two Weeks

State's positive case rate spikes, as do totals.

Juneteenth Flags Will Fly at Capitol, City Office Building For First Time

Juneteenth Flags Will Fly at Capitol, City Office Building For First Time

Move is part of growing recognition for holiday.

Daily: Why Do COVID-19 Hospitalizations Continue To Drop?
Daily

Why Do COVID-19 Hospitalizations Continue To Drop?

256 new cases of disease confirmed on Wednesday.

City Hall: How Many Fewer Cops With A 10% Cut?
City Hall

How Many Fewer Cops With A 10% Cut?

The number is smaller than 375 officers the Police Department claims, but how much smaller?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Housing Authority Accepting More Voucher Applicants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Housing Authority Accepting More Voucher Applicants

For first time since 2015, city accepting new applicants for subsidized housing.

City Hall: Council Wants No Pay for Suspended Officers
City Hall

Council Wants No Pay for Suspended Officers

Seeks change in state law so city can stop paying suspended cops charged with felonies.

Kinnickinnic River Could Get a Trash Wheel

Kinnickinnic River Could Get a Trash Wheel

Harbor District wins $492,300 federal grant to remove 75 tons of trash per year from river.

Photo Gallery: Protests Spur a Wave of Public Art
Photo Gallery

Protests Spur a Wave of Public Art

Murals and chalk art become a growing presence as marchers fill streets.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit 75-Day Low
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit 75-Day Low

266 newly-confirmed positive cases reported Tuesday.

City Hall: Council Calls For ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Policy
City Hall

Council Calls For ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Policy

Measure would require interventions when anyone in custody says they're having trouble breathing.

City Hall: Council Okays Planning for 10% Police Cut
City Hall

Council Okays Planning for 10% Police Cut

Requires city budget office to model what cut would look like, in time for fall budget debate.

City Hall: Common Council Threatens City Shakeup
City Hall

Common Council Threatens City Shakeup

Votes to hold every Barrett cabinet appointment, wants systemic change in all city operations.

City Hall: Grab Your Quarters, Parking Meter Regulations Restored
City Hall

Grab Your Quarters, Parking Meter Regulations Restored

Other parking regulations remain suspended.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Renderings Released for New Bay View Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Renderings Released for New Bay View Building

Two-story BV+ will replace vacant lot on S. Kinnickinnic Ave.

Daily: 1% of Milwaukee County Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19
Daily

1% of Milwaukee County Residents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19

Rate hits 5% in one city neighborhood, under represents true spread.

City Hall: Council Proposes 10% Police Budget Cut
City Hall

Council Proposes 10% Police Budget Cut

11 council members back $30 million cut and investing in other programs.

Plats and Parcels: Huge Affordable Housing Project for 32nd and Center
Plats and Parcels

Huge Affordable Housing Project for 32nd and Center

Developer Que El-Amin is moving forward on The Community Within The Corridor.

Daily: 692 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin, 350 in Milwaukee County
Daily

692 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin, 350 in Milwaukee County

Approximately one in three individuals that have died from COVID-19 in Wisconsin have resided in the city of Milwaukee

Daily: Racial, Ethnic Disparities Persist in COVID-19 Cases
Daily

Racial, Ethnic Disparities Persist in COVID-19 Cases

Active hospitalizations continues on downward trend.

Protest Day 15: Peaceful March Snakes Through South Side
Protest Day 15

Peaceful March Snakes Through South Side

March honors Joel Acevedo, who died at hands of off-duty Milwaukee police officer in April

Friday Photos: Quartet Opens
Friday Photos

Quartet Opens

New Walker's Point apartment building is the second building developed by New Land Enterprises in the neighborhood.

City Hall: Police Blame Mayor, Council For Murder Rate
City Hall

Police Blame Mayor, Council For Murder Rate

Department uses official account to say budget cuts driving murder rate higher. Data doesn't prove link.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Fall To Two-Month Low
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Fall To Two-Month Low

Number of people hospitalized hasn't been this low since April 4th.

Shorewood Spitter Charged With Hate Crime, Felony For Assaulting Officer

Shorewood Spitter Charged With Hate Crime, Felony For Assaulting Officer

Stephanie Rapkin faces up to six years in jail.

City Attorney Moving To Drop Curfew Charges

City Attorney Moving To Drop Curfew Charges

Charges will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, but at least one lawsuit still likely.

City Holds Emergency Council Meeting To Approve Voting Sites, Why?

City Holds Emergency Council Meeting To Approve Voting Sites, Why?

Move expands early voting access from three to 16 sites.

Daily: One in 100 Racine County Residents Have Contracted COVID-19
Daily

One in 100 Racine County Residents Have Contracted COVID-19

Statewide active hospitalizations hit four-week low.

Daily: Over 9,000 COVID-19 Cases in Milwaukee County
Daily

Over 9,000 COVID-19 Cases in Milwaukee County

Over 21,500 cases across Wisconsin.

Protest Day 12: Marchers Show Up Despite The Rain
Protest Day 12

Marchers Show Up Despite The Rain

Tropical storm doesn't stop three marches across the city, one with only cars.

Milwaukee Zoo Reopening, With Mask Requirement

Milwaukee Zoo Reopening, With Mask Requirement

Reservations required, limited hours, but most attractions open.

Daily: Wisconsin Reports Record Low COVID-19 Positive Case Rate
Daily

Wisconsin Reports Record Low COVID-19 Positive Case Rate

But death toll and hospitalizations, lagging indicators, tick upward.

Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee

Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee

The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.

Daily: COVID-19 Seven-Day Testing Total Nearly At Evers’ Goal
Daily

COVID-19 Seven-Day Testing Total Nearly At Evers’ Goal

The number of people that died was negative. How did that happen?

Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council

Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council

13 members sign letter urging Morales: stop chiding protesters and listen to their message.

Meet The Show-Stopping Amerah Wright

Meet The Show-Stopping Amerah Wright

Seven-year-old captivates crowd, has big plans for future.

“Shorewood Spitter” Taken To Jail After Second Incident

“Shorewood Spitter” Taken To Jail After Second Incident

Attorney Stephanie Rapkin is accused of spitting on teenager, shoving college student and kneeing police officer in groin.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Keep Falling in Wisconsin
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Keep Falling in Wisconsin

Milwaukee again has second greatest per-capita outbreak.

Urban Milwaukee Burns, Will Rise Like a Phoenix

Urban Milwaukee Burns, Will Rise Like a Phoenix

Tragedy strikes our publication, but optimism abounds.

Thousands March While Attorney In Custody For Spitting In Protester’s Face

Thousands March While Attorney In Custody For Spitting In Protester’s Face

Giannis and other Bucks players show up at one of seven marches.

City Officials Grill Police on Tactics

City Officials Grill Police on Tactics

Still more questions on 6th and McKinley, as council, mayor disagree with police tactics.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit Four-Week Low
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit Four-Week Low

Number of people admitted for hospitalization growing, but those actively receiving care drops.

Film About Milwaukee Police Killing Dontre Hamilton is Free this Week

Film About Milwaukee Police Killing Dontre Hamilton is Free this Week

Filmmaker removes fees to watch award-winning documentary.

Daily: More Than 20,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
Daily

More Than 20,000 Wisconsin Residents Have Tested Positive for COVID-19

State reports third-highest one-day testing total, but percentage positive is below average.

Police, Mayor, Hospital Workers March to Sherman Park

Police, Mayor, Hospital Workers March to Sherman Park

March is markedly different from larger marches that have circled city.

Dining: How Bars and Restaurants Are Reacting To Reopening News
Dining

How Bars and Restaurants Are Reacting To Reopening News

Businesses offer support, some share concerns. Virtually all have struggled.

Nitty Leads Peaceful March While Protecting Against Assassination

Nitty Leads Peaceful March While Protecting Against Assassination

Seventh-day is a charm as two large marches take place without incident

Daily: COVID-19 Tests Down, Cases Up
Daily

COVID-19 Tests Down, Cases Up

Wisconsin reports third-highest testing day, but critical positive percentage ticks upward.

Bars and Restaurants Can Reopen Friday in Milwaukee

Bars and Restaurants Can Reopen Friday in Milwaukee

Revised order will loosen restrictions

Marches Multiply, Council Will Investigate Curfew, Police Response

Marches Multiply, Council Will Investigate Curfew, Police Response

Group openly carrying rifles joins late march, car caravan later takes over.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit Three Week Low in Wisconsin
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit Three Week Low in Wisconsin

Tests processed sets new high, exceeds reported capacity.

Dog’s Death Blamed on Protesters

Dog’s Death Blamed on Protesters

Chief Morales decries German shepherd's shooting, reckless drivers during night-time protests.

Five Protest Marches Planned Wednesday

Five Protest Marches Planned Wednesday

Largest march will leave from Humboldt Park in Bay View at 3 p.m. and head north

Daily: Racine Now Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin
Daily

Racine Now Has Worst COVID-19 Outbreak in Wisconsin

Statewide testing totals rebound after hitting three-week low.

Peaceful March Ends at 3 a.m. Near Capitol Dr.

Peaceful March Ends at 3 a.m. Near Capitol Dr.

March goes over 15 miles, including through Whitefish Bay, Shorewood and Glendale, before ending back in Milwaukee.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Volume Falls to Three-Week Low
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Volume Falls to Three-Week Low

But percentage positive doesn't exceed weekly average.

City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

Officials lament burglaries, fires, vandalism. Chief Morales warns police "taking action".

King Drive Cleanup Draws Hundreds

King Drive Cleanup Draws Hundreds

De facto center of George Floyd protests spiffed up. "This is our city," says volunteer Pamela Bell.

Sup. Ryan Clancy Arrested During Protest

Sup. Ryan Clancy Arrested During Protest

County Supervisor is one of at least five people taken into custody at the Milwaukee-Shorewood border.

Daily: Wisconsin Reports Record Low COVID-19 Positive Case Rate
Daily

Wisconsin Reports Record Low COVID-19 Positive Case Rate

Only 173 new cases recorded Sunday.

Pastors Lead Peaceful Protest, But Second March Draws Police in Riot Gear

Pastors Lead Peaceful Protest, But Second March Draws Police in Riot Gear

A tale of two marches, one with songs of unity, another with a standoff between marchers and dozens of police officers.

Milwaukee Again Under 9 p.m. Curfew

Milwaukee Again Under 9 p.m. Curfew

Police chief says things were less disorderly second night.

Milwaukeeans Show Up To Clean Up Streets

Milwaukeeans Show Up To Clean Up Streets

Residents come out to clean up northside streets affected by vandalism.

Milwaukee Opening New Northside Community Testing Site

Milwaukee Opening New Northside Community Testing Site

Site will be on Custer High School campus, replaces Midtown Center.

Daily: More People COVID-19 Tested This Week Than All of April
Daily

More People COVID-19 Tested This Week Than All of April

But COVID-19 data continues to send mixed signals

Peaceful Protesters March Over 12 Miles Across Milwaukee

Peaceful Protesters March Over 12 Miles Across Milwaukee

Several hundred people crisscross the city with a message of frustration, but peace, before curfew went into effect.

Milwaukee Has 9 p.m. Curfew, Evers Calls In National Guard

Milwaukee Has 9 p.m. Curfew, Evers Calls In National Guard

Peaceful protests became violent overnight.

Friday Photos: The Stone-Clad Huron
Friday Photos

The Stone-Clad Huron

New building begins to look more like its 140-year-old neighbor.

Transportation: Illinois Wins Grant That Will Benefit Amtrak Hiawatha Expansion
Transportation

Illinois Wins Grant That Will Benefit Amtrak Hiawatha Expansion

Wisconsin and Illinois transportation departments collaborating on expansion plan.

Milwaukee Maintaining Its Health Order At Least One More Week

Milwaukee Maintaining Its Health Order At Least One More Week

Dashboard shows Milwaukee has actually regressed in fighting COVID-19.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing, Cases Surge 22 Percent
Daily

COVID-19 Testing, Cases Surge 22 Percent

Record testing, cases. Hospitalizations also at 30-day high.

Air Show, Bike Racing Series Canceled

Air Show, Bike Racing Series Canceled

No roaring jets or cowbell this summer.

Brew City Match Providing Emergency Business Support

Brew City Match Providing Emergency Business Support

Program focused on small businesses in city's historic commercial corridors

Sculpture Milwaukee Will Return in June

Sculpture Milwaukee Will Return in June

Annual art exhibit is expanding into Historic Third Ward.

Transportation: Trump Announces Funding for Milwaukee Bus Rapid Transit Line
Transportation

Trump Announces Funding for Milwaukee Bus Rapid Transit Line

President tweets long-awaited $40.9 million grant is being awarded.

Hispanics Now Have Greatest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Milwaukee

Hispanics Now Have Greatest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Milwaukee

Also, county's poorest are more than 2.5 times as likely to contract COVID-19.

Daily: State Reports New COVID-19 Testing Record
Daily

State Reports New COVID-19 Testing Record

Death toll reaches 550, but percentage of tests coming back positive is falling.

Transportation: Amtrak Bringing Back Hiawatha Trains
Transportation

Amtrak Bringing Back Hiawatha Trains

Bus service had temporarily replaced trains as pandemic cut ridership.

Daily: New Highs for COVID-19 Testing, Cases, Deaths
Daily

New Highs for COVID-19 Testing, Cases, Deaths

State reports over 10,000 tests in a single day for the first time.

City Hall: Lafayette Crump Appointed DCD Leader
City Hall

Lafayette Crump Appointed DCD Leader

Duke graduated attorney works for Milwaukee DNC 2020, has experience with real estate development.

City Hall: DCD Leader Rocky Marcoux Will Retire
City Hall

DCD Leader Rocky Marcoux Will Retire

Marcoux has held position for 16 years, survived contentious reappointment battles.

Report Predicts Second COVID-19 Surge in State

Report Predicts Second COVID-19 Surge in State

Virus reproducing faster in Wisconsin than all but nine states, British study finds.

Daily: COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit 30-Day High in Wisconsin
Daily

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Hit 30-Day High in Wisconsin

279 new cases in past 24 hours.

Where Are City’s COVID-19 Hotspots?

Where Are City’s COVID-19 Hotspots?

Big change as south side census tracts now have far higher rate than on North Side.

Glorioso’s To Reopen, Add Express Market

Glorioso’s To Reopen, Add Express Market

Brady Street grocery store has been closed since mid-March.

Will Milwaukee Get DNC in 2024?

Will Milwaukee Get DNC in 2024?

This year's convention may involve few visitors. Can city push to therefore get 2024 event?

Transportation: Downtown Losing Another One-Way Street
Transportation

Downtown Losing Another One-Way Street

State Street will be bi-directional through Downtown, making it easier to navigate neighborhood.

Daily: 307 New COVID-19 Cases, 24 Hospitalizations, 4 Deaths
Daily

307 New COVID-19 Cases, 24 Hospitalizations, 4 Deaths

Wisconsin reports third-highest single-day testing total, while positive case rate falls.

Plats and Parcels: A Memorial Day Surprise at Soldiers Home
Plats and Parcels

A Memorial Day Surprise at Soldiers Home

Tower at Old Main contains 96-year-old etching from World War I veteran.

Transportation: Milwaukee Opens Its Active Streets
Transportation

Milwaukee Opens Its Active Streets

Custer, Fratney and Washington reconfigured for pedestrians and cyclists over motor vehicles.

Daily: Wisconsin Crosses 15,000 COVID-19 Case Threshold
Daily

Wisconsin Crosses 15,000 COVID-19 Case Threshold

400 new cases Sunday, with percent positive exactly matching the seven-day average.

Daily: 507 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19
Daily

507 Wisconsin Residents Have Died From COVID-19

Positive test percentage goes above 14-day average, 481 newly confirmed cases.

Will Silk Disobey City, Open Strip Clubs?

Will Silk Disobey City, Open Strip Clubs?

Company plans to open three strip clubs on May 29th, which would violate city order.

Friday Photos: The Yards Opens in Walker’s Point
Friday Photos

The Yards Opens in Walker’s Point

Construction wrapping up as first residents move in.

City Hall: City Workers Will Get Hazard Pay Bonus
City Hall

City Workers Will Get Hazard Pay Bonus

Mayor Barrett's proclamation boosts hourly pay by $3.13 for front-line workers.

Midtown Center Testing Site To Close, Southside Site Will Remain

Midtown Center Testing Site To Close, Southside Site Will Remain

Testing sites have collected over 16,000 specimens.

Daily: Statewide COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 16 Percent, 30 Percent in Milwaukee County
Daily

Statewide COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up 16 Percent, 30 Percent in Milwaukee County

New testing record set each of the past three days.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kovac Pushing Ascension To Improve East Side Parking
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kovac Pushing Ascension To Improve East Side Parking

Alderman calls garage design an abomination, wants better signage to let public know of free parking above Whole Foods.

Federal Lawsuit Challenges Local “Safer at Home” Orders

Federal Lawsuit Challenges Local “Safer at Home” Orders

Two plaintiffs are Republican candidates for office, another is a Milwaukee pastor.

Milwaukee Releases Five Criteria To Open Up

Milwaukee Releases Five Criteria To Open Up

Barrett and Kowalik have phased plan to reopen city. Revised order allows gyms to open.

Daily: Wisconsin Sets COVID-19 Testing Record, Another Hospitalization High
Daily

Wisconsin Sets COVID-19 Testing Record, Another Hospitalization High

All 72 counties have COVID-19 cases for the first time.

Walking Milwaukee Releases Customizable Scavenger Hunt

Walking Milwaukee Releases Customizable Scavenger Hunt

Use it in any Milwaukee neighborhood, and even play it "punch bug" style.

Transportation: City Rezoning Lot for Future North Side Trail
Transportation

City Rezoning Lot for Future North Side Trail

Future trail would run along Lincoln Creek.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor District Presents Riverwalk Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor District Presents Riverwalk Design

Nature-centered plan linking Downtown with Bay View 'beyond anything we have ever taken on.'

Daily: State Sees Biggest Hike In New COVID-19 Hospital Admissions In 30 Days
Daily

State Sees Biggest Hike In New COVID-19 Hospital Admissions In 30 Days

Testing hits new single-day high, as does the number of new cases.

City Hall: City Announces Business Restart Grant Deadline
City Hall

City Announces Business Restart Grant Deadline

Applications due May 28 through June 12, small businesses can get up to $15,000 each.

Suburbs’ Policies Ignore Science, Kowalik Charges

Suburbs’ Policies Ignore Science, Kowalik Charges

Suburban elected officials overruling health officers on COVID-19, city official charges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 86 Homeowners Getting Property Tax Help
Eyes on Milwaukee

86 Homeowners Getting Property Tax Help

Foundation's anti-displacement fund gives $38,356 to owners in four city neighborhoods.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown TIF Will Bail Out Three Districts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown TIF Will Bail Out Three Districts

City increasingly using downtown revenue to support ailing neighborhoods.

Bars and Restaurants Can Open Friday in Milwaukee County Suburbs

Bars and Restaurants Can Open Friday in Milwaukee County Suburbs

In-person patronage still prohibited in the City of Milwaukee.

Legislature Should ‘Step Up’ Barnes Says

Legislature Should ‘Step Up’ Barnes Says

Take action to protect our health, end patchwork of pandemic rules, Lieutenant Governor urges.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Data Sends Mixed Signals
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Data Sends Mixed Signals

Testing down, cases up.

Eyes on Milwaukee:  Newaukee’s The Beacon Gets State Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Newaukee’s The Beacon Gets State Grant

Company still pursuing other financing for its Walker's Point development.

Transportation: City Seeks Grants for New Bike Trails
Transportation

City Seeks Grants for New Bike Trails

Powerline Trail would run from S. 105th St. to Lake Michigan. Beerline Trail would be extended.

Evers Wants 270-Day Shutdown! Nope

Evers Wants 270-Day Shutdown! Nope

Republicans, talk radio spread rumor of nine-month shutdown. Governor calls it "a lie."

Evers Announces $75 Million Small Business Grant Program

Evers Announces $75 Million Small Business Grant Program

Up to 30,000 businesses could receive aid. Additional funding for minority-owned firms.

Daily: Positive COVID-19 Test Rate Falls to Record Low
Daily

Positive COVID-19 Test Rate Falls to Record Low

Milwaukee County crosses 5,000 case threshold, has positive rate nearly twice the state average.

Pabst Theater Group Pivots To Weddings

Pabst Theater Group Pivots To Weddings

Plus: National venue group including 12 Milwaukee groups requests pandemic bailout.

New Hours For Free COVID-19 Testing

New Hours For Free COVID-19 Testing

Two free testing sites in Milwaukee will now operate from 11 to 8, six days a week.

Plats and Parcels: Work Starts on Bay View Complex
Plats and Parcels

Work Starts on Bay View Complex

BV+ building will add 18 apartments, commercial space to Bay View's main street.

Daily: As COVID-19 Testing Expands, Racial Disparities Persist
Daily

As COVID-19 Testing Expands, Racial Disparities Persist

No new deaths reported in past 24 hours, a first since March.

Daily: Wisconsin Sets New High With 502 New COVID-19 Cases
Daily

Wisconsin Sets New High With 502 New COVID-19 Cases

Both Racine and Brown counties have more cases per capita than Milwaukee does.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Assessment Appeal Deadline Extended
Eyes on Milwaukee

Assessment Appeal Deadline Extended

City board gives three week extension, to June 8, for homeowners appealing new assessments.

Attorney General Supports Local Health Orders

Attorney General Supports Local Health Orders

Kaul opinion finds local orders enforceable, but communities continue to rescind theirs.

Add Black-Owned Restaurants To Your Takeout List

Add Black-Owned Restaurants To Your Takeout List

Milwaukee Black Restaurant Week returns for the fifth year.

Friday Photos: New Life for Old Main
Friday Photos

New Life for Old Main

$44 million project will convert vacant Civil War complex to veterans' housing.

Are Local “Safer at Home” Orders Legal?

Are Local “Safer at Home” Orders Legal?

Kenosha and Brown counties drop theirs, while Mayor Barrett stands by city's, says politics at play.

City Launches Business Restart Grants

City Launches Business Restart Grants

Businesses with $2 million or less in revenue can apply for $20 million grant program.

Daily: State Sets New Record, 6,469 Tests In 24 Hours
Daily

State Sets New Record, 6,469 Tests In 24 Hours

But percentage of tests coming back positive doesn't drop.

Senator Jennifer Schilling Calls It Quits

Senator Jennifer Schilling Calls It Quits

Resigning Friday to take an unidentified job that would create a conflict of interest.

City Hall: Bring Your Tires and TVs, Drop Off Centers Are Still Free
City Hall

Bring Your Tires and TVs, Drop Off Centers Are Still Free

Milwaukee's two drop-off centers are now open Sundays, with no fees through at least the end of May.

Milwaukee Allows Salons, Barbershops To Reopen

Milwaukee Allows Salons, Barbershops To Reopen

New order is similar to the order issued by Milwaukee suburbs Wednesday night.

Health Department Gets Support From Librarians, School Nurses

Health Department Gets Support From Librarians, School Nurses

Government employees being retrained as contact tracers to fight COVID-19

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished

City scores victory in bid to take control of vacant mall.

Dining: City Exploring Options For Closing Streets For Dining
Dining

City Exploring Options For Closing Streets For Dining

Could well spaced tables allow restaurants to reopen? Will diners show up?

Daily: Wisconsin Sets New COVID-19 Testing High
Daily

Wisconsin Sets New COVID-19 Testing High

Surge in testing comes as testing capacity drops because of supply shortage.

Over 6,000 Get Tested At Free Milwaukee Testing Sites In Three Days

Over 6,000 Get Tested At Free Milwaukee Testing Sites In Three Days

Demand remains strong each day as Milwaukeeans embrace no-appointment, drive-thru testing.

Suburban “Safer at Home Orders” Are Less Restrictive Than Milwaukee’s

Suburban “Safer at Home Orders” Are Less Restrictive Than Milwaukee’s

Wisconsin becomes patchwork quilt of health orders.

Milwaukee’s “Safer at Home” Order Remains in Effect

Milwaukee’s “Safer at Home” Order Remains in Effect

Bars and restaurants in Milwaukee must remain closed.

Supreme Court Strikes Down “Safer at Home”

Supreme Court Strikes Down “Safer at Home”

Decision goes into effect immediately. Milwaukee's order remains in effect.

8 City Nursing Homes Have COVID-19 Cases

8 City Nursing Homes Have COVID-19 Cases

State releases names, locations of 38 active investigations for the first time.

Transportation: Council Committee Blesses Active Streets
Transportation

Council Committee Blesses Active Streets

And wants more. "Why seven miles? Why not do 70 miles?" asks alderman.

Daily: 291 New COVID-19 Cases, 3 Deaths in Wisconsin
Daily

291 New COVID-19 Cases, 3 Deaths in Wisconsin

Positive case rate jumps over Tuesday's total, but stays below 14-day average.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Is A Couture Deal Finally Coming?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Is A Couture Deal Finally Coming?

City officials say it is, while Ald. Bauman pushes city to separate streetcar from project.

National Guard Tests 1,919 at City Sites

National Guard Tests 1,919 at City Sites

'Phenomenal' response to two COVID-19 test sites yesterday, more guard members had to be added.

Daily: Five of Six Badger Bounce Back Critieria Have Green Light
Daily

Five of Six Badger Bounce Back Critieria Have Green Light

Testing totals should soon surge as a result of Wisconsin National Guard collections.

Jets Will Honor State’s Pandemic Workers

Jets Will Honor State’s Pandemic Workers

Jets looping over state to honor healthcare and front line workers, flying over Milwaukee this evening.

Transportation: Active Streets Program Needs Volunteers
Transportation

Active Streets Program Needs Volunteers

Live near one of the closed streets? Help keep track of how it's going.

City Hall: Council Debates Assessment Process
City Hall

Council Debates Assessment Process

Alders unhappy. Assessor gets grilled about home value hikes in certain neighborhoods.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Falls To One-Week Low
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Falls To One-Week Low

Three of six Badger Bounce Back plan criteria are now satisfied.

State Allows Most Retail Stores to Open

State Allows Most Retail Stores to Open

New order by Gov. Evers says stores can allow customers in, with restrictions.

Free Testing Sites Open to Large Crowds

Free Testing Sites Open to Large Crowds

Lines nearly a mile long at both sites as individuals wait to be tested for COVID-19.

Free COVID-19 Testing Sites Open Monday Morning

Free COVID-19 Testing Sites Open Monday Morning

Individuals do not need to exhibit symptoms or make an appointment.

Plats and Parcels: Symphony Hangs New Sign
Plats and Parcels

Symphony Hangs New Sign

The former Grand Avenue looks more like the entertainment hub it once was.

Daily: Wisconsin Crosses 10,000 COVID-19 Case Threshold, 400 Deaths
Daily

Wisconsin Crosses 10,000 COVID-19 Case Threshold, 400 Deaths

Waukesha County passes 100 cases per 100,000 residents threshold, Kenosha County may soon pass Milwaukee.

Challenger to Robin Vos Drops Out

Challenger to Robin Vos Drops Out

Vos gets dog feces in the mail, and Democrat Robert Prailes suffers "ugly" personal attacks.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Up But Racial Disparities Still Stark
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Up But Racial Disparities Still Stark

Latino and African American communities still suffer from higher rates of cases, deaths.

Friday Photos: Five Fifty Ultra Lofts in Deer District
Friday Photos

Five Fifty Ultra Lofts in Deer District

Apartment building provides activation to Deer District that is unusually quiet.

“Active Streets” Will Close City Streets, Parkways In Favor of Pedestrians, Cyclists

“Active Streets” Will Close City Streets, Parkways In Favor of Pedestrians, Cyclists

This campaign aims to create more public space in Milwaukee, closing off parkways and some city streets to traffic.

Free COVID-19 Testing Sites Will Be at UMOS, Midtown Center

Free COVID-19 Testing Sites Will Be at UMOS, Midtown Center

Sites are on border of areas of city with highest number of COVID-19 cases.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Capacity Drops
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Capacity Drops

But state reports second highest total of tests processed in 24 hours, percent positive continues downward trend.

MPS Teacher, School Win $30,000 After Teacher Uses Stimulus Check on Care Packages

MPS Teacher, School Win $30,000 After Teacher Uses Stimulus Check on Care Packages

Margaret Roushar is an "A1 person" says Chance the Rapper.

Wisconsin Startups Seek Government Support in Wake of COVID-19

Wisconsin Startups Seek Government Support in Wake of COVID-19

Startup Wisconsin says state and local support needed for high-growth companies.

Milwaukee Launching Two Free COVID-19 Testing Sites

Milwaukee Launching Two Free COVID-19 Testing Sites

Individuals will be able to receive free test without appointment or symptoms.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Up 31% in Wisconsin
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Up 31% in Wisconsin

State reports over 5,000 tests in a day for first time. Positive test rate drops to record low.

Dining: Downtown Sushi Restaurant Moving Forward
Dining

Downtown Sushi Restaurant Moving Forward

Restaurateur purchases Milwaukee Street building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony Center To Get New Sign This Weekend
Eyes on Milwaukee

Symphony Center To Get New Sign This Weekend

Socially distant entertainment on Wisconsin Avenue this weekend.

Election’s Impact on County’s COVID-19 Cases Unclear

Election’s Impact on County’s COVID-19 Cases Unclear

Final report shows 54 cases, but might be low or high, many questions remain.

Transportation: State Wins Grant for Twin Cities Train
Transportation

State Wins Grant for Twin Cities Train

Federal grant will add second daily roundtrip on Amtrak Empire Builder from Chicago to St. Paul.

Daily: Back-to-Back Record COVID-19 Testing Days
Daily

Back-to-Back Record COVID-19 Testing Days

Wisconsin labs process over 4,000 tests in 24 hours for first time.

Dining: Stone Creek Reopens Downer Cafe
Dining

Stone Creek Reopens Downer Cafe

Location had been closed since March 16th. More cafe reopenings planned.

City Hall: City To Furlough, Cut Hours For 750 Employees
City Hall

City To Furlough, Cut Hours For 750 Employees

Revenue down $27 million in pandemic and city forced to make cuts.

State Makes Progress on Bounce Back Plan

State Makes Progress on Bounce Back Plan

Two of six criteria have now been met. More work remains before state can reopen.

Daily: Wisconsin Sets New COVID-19 Testing Record
Daily

Wisconsin Sets New COVID-19 Testing Record

Percent of negative results increases, a positive sign.

State Will Test All Nursing Home Residents

State Will Test All Nursing Home Residents

38% of COVID-19 deaths were in long-term care facilities. 10,000 tests per week planned.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Travel Startup Hopes to Be Industry Leader
Eyes on Milwaukee

Travel Startup Hopes to Be Industry Leader

Milwaukee-based Frontdesk raises $3 million from investors, plans for growth in 28 cities.

Daily: State Passes 8,000 COVID-19 Cases
Daily

State Passes 8,000 COVID-19 Cases

And 340 deaths. 48 percent of those with disease believed to have recovered.

Transportation: City Testing New Bike Lane Dividers
Transportation

City Testing New Bike Lane Dividers

Say hello to the "wave delineator," installed on Hawley Rd. to enhance visibility of protected bike lanes.

Plats and Parcels: State Grant Will Support 27th and Wisconsin Demolition
Plats and Parcels

State Grant Will Support 27th and Wisconsin Demolition

Plus: A run down of the week's real estate news.

Daily: Hospitalizations Haven’t Increased With Expanded COVID-19 Testing
Daily

Hospitalizations Haven’t Increased With Expanded COVID-19 Testing

Gap between Brown County outbreak and the rest of the state continues to grow.

Daily: Positive COVID-19 Testing Rate Trending In Wrong Direction
Daily

Positive COVID-19 Testing Rate Trending In Wrong Direction

Even as testing expands, average number of people testing positive for disease expands.

Over 38% of Those That Died From COVID-19 Lived in Long-Term Care Facilities

Over 38% of Those That Died From COVID-19 Lived in Long-Term Care Facilities

Newly-public data highlights danger to those in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Rise of The Bay View Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Rise of The Bay View Home

Since Great Recession, houses in neighborhood are among only 6 percent of those in city that have risen in value.

Friday Photos: Kinetik Prepares for First Residents
Friday Photos

Kinetik Prepares for First Residents

Pre-leasing has now started for the building's first residents.

Milwaukee Makerspace Producing Free Face Shields for Healthcare Workers

Milwaukee Makerspace Producing Free Face Shields for Healthcare Workers

Has already delivered over 4,300, needs donations to keep the effort going.

Daily: State Hits New High in COVID-19 Cases
Daily

State Hits New High in COVID-19 Cases

Number tested is higher, but so is percent of positive cases. Disease spreading in state.

Southside Walgreens Offers Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing

Southside Walgreens Offers Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing

Appointment-only, free testing being offered at 6th and Oklahoma.

Eyes on Milwaukee: World’s Tallest Timber Tower To Begin Pre-Leasing
Eyes on Milwaukee

World’s Tallest Timber Tower To Begin Pre-Leasing

Prospective tenants can pick their unit as New Land gears up for construction.

Daily: Wisconsin COVID-19 Testing Grows 69 Percent Week Over Week
Daily

Wisconsin COVID-19 Testing Grows 69 Percent Week Over Week

But the percentage of tests coming back positive isn't falling dramatically.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vote To Advance Your Favorite Community Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vote To Advance Your Favorite Community Project

Co:Lab civic accelerator has groups competing with ideas

Dining: Tosa Restaurant Won’t Open May 1st After All
Dining

Tosa Restaurant Won’t Open May 1st After All

Dan Zierath cites fear of losing his licenses.

Where Are Milwaukeeans Moving To and From?

Where Are Milwaukeeans Moving To and From?

New report studies population flows and early impact of COVID-19.

Daily: Positive Case Rate Falls, But State Wants It Even Lower
Daily

Positive Case Rate Falls, But State Wants It Even Lower

New webpage allows public to track progress on criteria in Badger Bounce Back plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Large Downtown Dog Park Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

Large Downtown Dog Park Coming

Dog run would be built under freeway along the Milwaukee River.

Domestic Violence Surging In Milwaukee

Domestic Violence Surging In Milwaukee

Reports up 28% in April. Officials urge those in unsafe homes to turn to community resources for help.

Evers Reopening State Parks, Forests

Evers Reopening State Parks, Forests

On May 1st, 34 parks across state to reopen, including city's Lakeshore State Park, Havenwoods State Forest.

Wisconsin Needs 600 Contact Tracers

Wisconsin Needs 600 Contact Tracers

State making progress on hiring and training, but still short of 1,000 person goal.

Daily: State’s COVID-19 Death Toll Reaches 300
Daily

State’s COVID-19 Death Toll Reaches 300

72 percent of those who've died have been 70 or older.

City Hall: Johnson Chooses Powerful Committee Chairs
City Hall

Johnson Chooses Powerful Committee Chairs

Not every supporter rewarded. New council president says picks reflect experience, not politics.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $6.9 Million Won for 317 Affordable Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

$6.9 Million Won for 317 Affordable Apartments

7 city projects win WHEDA funding that will leverage millions more private dollars.

Health Clinics To Offer Drive-Thru Tests

Health Clinics To Offer Drive-Thru Tests

350 tests per day by 5 community centers including drive-thu tests handled by Wisconsin National Guard.

Janesville Firm Making Millions of Masks

Janesville Firm Making Millions of Masks

Monterey Mills pivots to making 65,000 masks per day for healthcare workers, others.

Daily: Positive Test Rate Falls to Lowest Percentage in 20 Days
Daily

Positive Test Rate Falls to Lowest Percentage in 20 Days

State reports highest testing total ever reported on a Monday.

City Trails State, Nation in Census Response

City Trails State, Nation in Census Response

Each non-response could cost Milwaukee $1,600 per year for next decade.

Plats and Parcels: Affordable Housing Redevelopment for 37th Street School Gets City Funding
Plats and Parcels

Affordable Housing Redevelopment for 37th Street School Gets City Funding

Plus: City assessments top 2008 values for the first time.

Daily: Wisconsin Ends Week With 1,412 New COVID-19 Cases, Surge in Testing
Daily

Wisconsin Ends Week With 1,412 New COVID-19 Cases, Surge in Testing

Despite testing boost, state still has almost three times the capacity.

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers Draws Praise for Work Addressing COVID-19

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers Draws Praise for Work Addressing COVID-19

Organization provided tests for over two-thirds of cases on south side. Officials say it is slowing spread.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Remains High, Positive Case Rate Surges 28%
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Remains High, Positive Case Rate Surges 28%

Brown County passes Milwaukee County for highest case rate. State reports biggest one day case increase.

Friday Photos: $33 Million School Rises in Clarke Square
Friday Photos

$33 Million School Rises in Clarke Square

Cristo Rey will become anchor in southside neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Assessments Up 9% to $30.5 Billion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Assessments Up 9% to $30.5 Billion

New values were calculated prior to COVID-19 pandemic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor View Plaza Upgrades Highlight Freshwater Ecology
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor View Plaza Upgrades Highlight Freshwater Ecology

Waterfront park now highlights what's happening above and below water

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Jumps Over 50 Percent To New Record, Cases Rise as Positive Rate Falls
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Jumps Over 50 Percent To New Record, Cases Rise as Positive Rate Falls

Over 3,400 tests performed in last 24 hours, 304 new positive cases.

A Bay View Scavenger Hunt From Rush Mor Records

A Bay View Scavenger Hunt From Rush Mor Records

Free game allows for education, entertainment and exploration.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rite-Hite Unveils Reed Street Yards HQ Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rite-Hite Unveils Reed Street Yards HQ Design

Company plans five-story office building, two-story R&D facility for Walker's Point.

Daily: State Reports Record High COVID-19 Testing Capacity
Daily

State Reports Record High COVID-19 Testing Capacity

But the number of tests performed isn't keeping pace. State officials encourage doctors to test more people.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Despite Being “Essential,” Construction Industry Experiencing Major Delays
Eyes on Milwaukee

Despite Being “Essential,” Construction Industry Experiencing Major Delays

Real estate survey reveals expanding pessimism about length of impact, most businesses still paying rent.

Transportation: Amtrak Hiawatha Train Replaced By Bus During Pandemic
Transportation

Amtrak Hiawatha Train Replaced By Bus During Pandemic

Service already cut from seven round trips per day to one.

Why Aren’t More COVID-19 Tests Given?

Why Aren’t More COVID-19 Tests Given?

More available now, but other factors may limit use, says Department of Health Services official.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Hotel Planned for Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Hotel Planned for Downtown

"Adams Hotel" planned for property once occupied by Whiskey Bar.

Council Okays Fines for “Safer at Home” Violators

Council Okays Fines for “Safer at Home” Violators

107 arrests so far by Milwaukee Police; now can issue fines of $500 to enforce state order.

Daily: Biggest One Day COVID-19 Case Increase in Wisconsin
Daily

Biggest One Day COVID-19 Case Increase in Wisconsin

Meatpacking and food processing plant outbreaks create disease clusters beyond Milwaukee County.

MPS Expands Free Meal Sites, Learning Materials

MPS Expands Free Meal Sites, Learning Materials

District now distributing free meals at 25 sites

City Hall: 7 COVID-19 Cases From In-Person Voting?
City Hall

7 COVID-19 Cases From In-Person Voting?

Likely to rise as Health Department reviews all data. Council pushes for absentee voting.

City Hall: The Rise of Cavalier Johnson
City Hall

The Rise of Cavalier Johnson

Up from poverty and getting crushed in his first two runs for office, he's the upstart winner for council president.

City Hall: City Clerk Faces Surprise Opposition
City Hall

City Clerk Faces Surprise Opposition

Nikiya Dodd leads charge to replace Jim Owczarski with Theodore Lipscomb.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Slows
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Slows

State reports declining testing totals four days in a row, while positive test rate remains steady.

City Hall: Five Women Make Council History
City Hall

Five Women Make Council History

The Milwaukee Common Council now looks more like the city it represents.

City Hall: Johnson Elected Council President
City Hall

Johnson Elected Council President

Second-term Ald. Cavalier Johnson defeats Ashanti Hamilton and Milele Coggs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brewery Becoming Rock Climbing Gym
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brewery Becoming Rock Climbing Gym

Adventure Rock reshaping former Milwaukee Brewing building in Walker's Point.

Daily: State Still Not Using Full Testing Capacity
Daily

State Still Not Using Full Testing Capacity

Death toll from COVID-19 grows to 230, 132 in Milwaukee County.

Evers Releases ‘Badger Bounce Back’ Plan

Evers Releases ‘Badger Bounce Back’ Plan

Lays out six criteria for reopening economy, getting Wisconsin back to work.

Tavern League Wants May 1 Reopening

Tavern League Wants May 1 Reopening

Lobbying group wants Evers to allow bars and restaurants to open then, with restrictions.

Dining: Tosa Bar Plans to Open, Defy State
Dining

Tosa Bar Plans to Open, Defy State

Jackson's Blue Ribbon Pub will serve food and drinks. But owner's attorney, family members disagree.

Plats and Parcels: BMO Tower Opens
Plats and Parcels

BMO Tower Opens

Plus: Former Boston Store Building lands office tenant, MAC deal could lose hotel.

Daily: New Data Shows Steady COVID-19 Growth, Nine More Confirmed Deaths
Daily

New Data Shows Steady COVID-19 Growth, Nine More Confirmed Deaths

Number of people tested, percentage testing positive and other figures remain consistent throughout April.

New Mural Honors Healthcare Workers

New Mural Honors Healthcare Workers

Mauricio Ramirez paints "Frontline Heroes" on building at 6th and Lincoln.

Daily: State Reports 154 New COVID-19 Cases
Daily

State Reports 154 New COVID-19 Cases

New positive case total is just below April daily average.

Friday Photos: Bucks Player’s Downtown Apartments Rise
Friday Photos

Bucks Player’s Downtown Apartments Rise

New apartment building takes shape.

COVID-19 Cluster Growing on City’s South Side

COVID-19 Cluster Growing on City’s South Side

Hispanic community being hard hit by fast growing cluster.

Transportation: Milwaukee Area Receives $62 Million in COVID-19 Mass Transit Aid
Transportation

Milwaukee Area Receives $62 Million in COVID-19 Mass Transit Aid

MCTS will receive over $50 million from allocation

Daily: Wisconsin Passes 4,000 COVID-19 Cases, 200 Deaths
Daily

Wisconsin Passes 4,000 COVID-19 Cases, 200 Deaths

Statewide ventilator use drops

Colectivo Reopens Riverwest and Wauwatosa Cafes

Colectivo Reopens Riverwest and Wauwatosa Cafes

Walk-up windows installed, smartphone app facilitates curbside pickup

24 Groups Win Healthy Food Grants From City

24 Groups Win Healthy Food Grants From City

New grant program focused on increasing access to, providing education on healthy foods.

Officials Want Physicians To Request More COVID-19 Tests

Officials Want Physicians To Request More COVID-19 Tests

Testing capacity is more than triple what's being requested. Officials want doctors to test more people.

Evers Joins Six Governors in Planning Reopening

Evers Joins Six Governors in Planning Reopening

Wisconsin partners with Michigan, Ohio, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky.

Daily: Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Testing Capacity Doubles In Past Week
Daily

Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Testing Capacity Doubles In Past Week

Twenty-nine labs can now process a total of 7,578 tests per day

Evers Extends “Safer at Home” Until May 26th, Loosens Restrictions

Evers Extends “Safer at Home” Until May 26th, Loosens Restrictions

Golf courses can open, but the school year is canceled.

City Hall: Proposal Would Mail Milwaukee Voters Absentee Request Forms
City Hall

Proposal Would Mail Milwaukee Voters Absentee Request Forms

Proposal from incoming Dimitrijevic would make it easier for people to vote in November election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dubbel Dutch Delineates Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dubbel Dutch Delineates Design

Downtown boutique hotel reveals interior designs, management team, plans June opening.

Daily: 166 New Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 3,721 Total
Daily

166 New Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 3,721 Total

Death toll reaches 182

City Health: White City Worker Wins Racial Bias Payout
City Health

White City Worker Wins Racial Bias Payout

Health department employee's claims involve former interim commissioner Patricia McManus.

City Hall: Plastic Straw Ban Went Into Effect, Did Anyone Notice?
City Hall

Plastic Straw Ban Went Into Effect, Did Anyone Notice?

As of yesterday, city restaurants and bars must obey. Which is the least of their concerns.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves Wisconsin Center Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves Wisconsin Center Deal

Expansion approved and could pay $1 million per year to Milwaukee. But Bauman, others doubt it.

Daily: Testing Slowing, But Death Rate Hasn’t
Daily

Testing Slowing, But Death Rate Hasn’t

170 deaths from disease as week-over-week testing total falls.

City Hall: Council Bids Farewell to Bob and Tony
City Hall

Council Bids Farewell to Bob and Tony

Aldermen Bob Donovan and Tony Zielinski attend their last council meeting and get a warm sendoff.

12 Election Takeaways

12 Election Takeaways

How high was turnout, lawyers will be busy, girl power, streetcar wins again and a new council president?

Some 6,000 City Ballots Lost in Mail

Some 6,000 City Ballots Lost in Mail

Ballots from Fox Point, Appleton, Oshkosh also lost. All went to downtown Milwaukee postal office.

Daily: Number of COVID-19 Tests Falls to Three-Week Low as Death Toll Grows
Daily

Number of COVID-19 Tests Falls to Three-Week Low as Death Toll Grows

Easter aberration or decline in test demand?

City Accepts Ballots Without Clear Postmarks

City Accepts Ballots Without Clear Postmarks

390 of 11,141 ballots received after election day had missing or illegible post marks.

“Voter Suppression At Its Worst,” DNC Chair Tom Perez Says

“Voter Suppression At Its Worst,” DNC Chair Tom Perez Says

National Democratic Party may sue over Wisconsin's April 7th election.

Daily: 3,341 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin
Daily

3,341 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin

ICU bed availability drops

Milwaukee Election Commission “Zoom Bombed”

Milwaukee Election Commission “Zoom Bombed”

While attempting to decide what to do about ballots, meeting is interrupted by graphic content.

Plats and Parcels: City Housing Program Targets Emerging Developers
Plats and Parcels

City Housing Program Targets Emerging Developers

MERI 2.0 intended to create jobs, train developers and rehab tax-foreclosed homes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Boarded Up Businesses Appear Across Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Boarded Up Businesses Appear Across Milwaukee

Modern furniture store, a grocery store and gas stations are all covered in plywood.

Daily: Despite Slowing Growth Rate, No End in Sight for “Safer at Home”
Daily

Despite Slowing Growth Rate, No End in Sight for “Safer at Home”

"Science will determine what reopening looks like and when that will happen," said Evers.

Friday Photos: Downtown Hotel Trio Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Downtown Hotel Trio Takes Shape

Will DNC postponement allow hotels to open in time?

Thousands of Absentee Ballots Might Not Count

Thousands of Absentee Ballots Might Not Count

Wisconsin Elections Commissions deadlocks on what to do about unpostmarked ballots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Northwest Side Assisted Living Facility Gets Committee Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Northwest Side Assisted Living Facility Gets Committee Approval

Construction could start in June.

African-Americans Hard Hit By COVID-19 Across Wisconsin

African-Americans Hard Hit By COVID-19 Across Wisconsin

African-American disparity isn't just a Milwaukee problem.

Daily: COVID-19 Testing Capacity Continues To Outpace Actual Testing
Daily

COVID-19 Testing Capacity Continues To Outpace Actual Testing

State officials say they've expanded guidance to allow more people to be tested.

Inside Milwaukee’s Vote Counting Operation

Inside Milwaukee’s Vote Counting Operation

Over 200 workers sort, count and process thousands of ballots in a downtown office building.

Milwaukee County Hospitals Increase Capacity

Milwaukee County Hospitals Increase Capacity

50 percent more hospital beds, double ICU beds as hospitals convert spaces to prepare for the worst.

See Wisconsin’s Hospital Usage With New Dashboard

See Wisconsin’s Hospital Usage With New Dashboard

Interactive dashboard allows public daily insight into hospital capacity.

Daily: 2,885 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin
Daily

2,885 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin

Death total has grown to 111, including 68 in Milwaukee County.

Port Renaming Boat “Larry Sullivan” After 53-Year City Employee

Port Renaming Boat “Larry Sullivan” After 53-Year City Employee

Sullivan retired last week after nearly three decades as port's chief engineer.

Wisconsin Closes State Parks, Including Lakeshore in Milwaukee

Wisconsin Closes State Parks, Including Lakeshore in Milwaukee

Havenwoods State Forest on city's north side also closed.

City Calls for USPS Investigation Into Missing Ballots

City Calls for USPS Investigation Into Missing Ballots

Tubs of ballots are showing up across Wisconsin that didn't get mailed to voters.

Daily: COVID-19 Death Total Crosses 100 in Wisconsin
Daily

COVID-19 Death Total Crosses 100 in Wisconsin

2,756 positive cases, including 1,417 in Milwaukee County.

Milwaukee’s Voter Turnout Is Way Down

Milwaukee’s Voter Turnout Is Way Down

18,803 voted in person. Total current turnout less than half that in April 2016.

Why Does Madison Have More Voting Sites Than Milwaukee?

Why Does Madison Have More Voting Sites Than Milwaukee?

It's less than half the size, but has 13 times the voting sites and three times the workforce.

No Election Results Until April 13th

No Election Results Until April 13th

Results won't be reported until next week, to allow time for all absentee ballots to arrive.

Photo Gallery: Long Lines at Milwaukee’s Polling Places
Photo Gallery

Long Lines at Milwaukee’s Polling Places

Voters turn out to vote in-person, most wearing masks. See our photos.

Daily: 2,578 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 92 Deaths
Daily

2,578 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 92 Deaths

Death total has grown five-fold in past week.

Vote Tuesday: Learn More About The Candidates On Your Ballot
Vote Tuesday

Learn More About The Candidates On Your Ballot

Full list of candidates on the ballot, polling sites and ballot drop sites for Milwaukee voters.

Where Are the Missing Ballots?

Where Are the Missing Ballots?

While municipalities search for missing ballots, voters can still go to the polls Tuesday.

Absentee Ballots Must Be Mailed Back By April 7th

Absentee Ballots Must Be Mailed Back By April 7th

All absentee ballots must be postmarked and mailed Tuesday. US Supreme Court rules on Wisconsin election.

Supreme Court Reinstates Election, Overrules Evers

Supreme Court Reinstates Election, Overrules Evers

April 7th in-person election will occur as scheduled says court.

Judge Mosley Hospitalized With COVID-19

Judge Mosley Hospitalized With COVID-19

Derek Mosely improving after 8 days in ICU. "The most frightening experience of my life."

Daily: 2,440 Positive Cases of COVID-19, Testing Capacity Growing
Daily

2,440 Positive Cases of COVID-19, Testing Capacity Growing

27 percent of confirmed cases have required hospitalization.

Governor Evers Suspends In-Person Voting Until June

Governor Evers Suspends In-Person Voting Until June

UPDATE: Wisconsin Supreme Court overrules Evers, reinstates election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Developer Thinks Small
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Developer Thinks Small

Ryan Konicek plans new housing concept, single-unit apartment building on S. Logan Ave.

Plats and Parcels: Investor Buys Signature Downer Ave Properties
Plats and Parcels

Investor Buys Signature Downer Ave Properties

Seattle firm acquires much of East Side commercial corridor, including Downer Theatre building.

Daily: Wisconsin Reports 2,267 COVID-19 Cases, 624 Hospitalizations
Daily

Wisconsin Reports 2,267 COVID-19 Cases, 624 Hospitalizations

Death total has risen to 68. 1,148 cases in Milwaukee County.

Vote Absentee: Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Candidates
Vote Absentee

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Candidates

Only three of the 18 races are contested.

Daily: Wisconsin Reports 2,122 Positive COVID-19 Cases, 56 Deaths
Daily

Wisconsin Reports 2,122 Positive COVID-19 Cases, 56 Deaths

Despite record increases, officials believe curve is flattening, "safer at home" working.

Mayoral Candidate Sues To Delay Election

Mayoral Candidate Sues To Delay Election

Lena Taylor's suit alleges African Americans disenfranchised by city's changes to early voting.

Vote Absentee: Common Council Candidates
Vote Absentee

Common Council Candidates

Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.

Photo Gallery: Drive-Up Voting
Photo Gallery

Drive-Up Voting

City service runs through this weekend, offers alternative to mail-in and in-person voting.

Resist Spring Fever

Resist Spring Fever

Practice social distancing, avoid leaving home when possible.

Friday Photos: St. Rita Square Nears Completion
Friday Photos

St. Rita Square Nears Completion

New senior housing complex on Lower East Side appears nearly complete alongside modern version of "Little Pink Church"

Milwaukee Will Have Only Five In-Person Voting Sites

Milwaukee Will Have Only Five In-Person Voting Sites

As city is short over 1,000 poll workers, polling sites reduced from 180 to 5.

Wisconsin Records Biggest One Day COVID-19 Testing Total, 1,916 Positive Cases

Wisconsin Records Biggest One Day COVID-19 Testing Total, 1,916 Positive Cases

Positives cases growing in linear, not exponential fashion.

Governor Evers Calls Special Legislative Session To Delay Election

Governor Evers Calls Special Legislative Session To Delay Election

Will the Legislature act? Evers wants mail-in election.

Absentee Ballot Deadlines Extended, Election Not Delayed by Federal Judge

Absentee Ballot Deadlines Extended, Election Not Delayed by Federal Judge

Ballots must now be received by April 13th at 4 p.m., a six day delay.

Convention Center, State Fair Park Could Become 1,200 Bed Facilities

Convention Center, State Fair Park Could Become 1,200 Bed Facilities

"Alternative care sites" could be operated by federal government.

1,730 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 869 in Milwaukee County

1,730 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 869 in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County reports 20 deaths from disease, 17 were African Americans.

DNC Postponed To Mid-August

DNC Postponed To Mid-August

"I consider this extremely good news," says Mayor. Democratic Party remains committed to Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Convention Center District Authorizes $420 Million Expansion, Raises Hotel Tax
Eyes on Milwaukee

Convention Center District Authorizes $420 Million Expansion, Raises Hotel Tax

District still aiming for 2023 opening even though bonds can't be sold.

DNC “Should Not Be Our Priority,” Barrett Says

DNC “Should Not Be Our Priority,” Barrett Says

Mayor says he's focused on pandemic and city has halted work on Democratic Convention.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Real Estate Survey Shows Big Changes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Real Estate Survey Shows Big Changes

Amid pandemic, companies renegotiate leases, accept interest-only payments, buy from panic sellers.

1,550 COVID-19 Cases, Biggest One Day Increase

1,550 COVID-19 Cases, Biggest One Day Increase

State reports 26 percent of individuals with confirmed cases are hospitalized.

City Hall: Should City Workers Get COVID Bonus?
City Hall

Should City Workers Get COVID Bonus?

Public Works employees can't work from home, face more risk of COVID-19.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hudson Business Lounge Shuts Down
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hudson Business Lounge Shuts Down

Third Ward coworking space and cafe closing permanently after eight years in business.

State Will Use Hotel As Isolation Facility

State Will Use Hotel As Isolation Facility

110-room Super 8 hotel near airport will be converted to facility for milder COVID-19 cases.

City Forecasts Election Results Two Days Late

City Forecasts Election Results Two Days Late

180 polling sites to become no more than 12 because so few poll workers available.

How Many Milwaukeeans Can Work From Home?

How Many Milwaukeeans Can Work From Home?

City ranks far behind Madison, but ahead of national average and state's other metro areas.

1,351 Positive COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 674 in Milwaukee County

1,351 Positive COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 674 in Milwaukee County

State working with private partners to double testing capacity.

Brew City: Broken Bat Will Open New Brewery
Brew City

Broken Bat Will Open New Brewery

Opening day on Wednesday, with four packs and 22-ounce bottles to go for baseball-themed brewery.

Vote Absentee: City Treasurer Candidates
Vote Absentee

City Treasurer Candidates

Spencer Coggs versus Brandon Methu in race to be city's property tax collector.

Vote Absentee: City Attorney Candidates
Vote Absentee

City Attorney Candidates

Langley versus Spencer for a four-year term as city's lawyer.

Shut-Off Proposal Called ‘Dictator Like’

Shut-Off Proposal Called ‘Dictator Like’

Ald. Rainey wants water, electric shut off for businesses violating shutdown. Mayor, governor disagree.

City Hall: Barrett, Taylor Debate Remotely for Mayor
City Hall

Barrett, Taylor Debate Remotely for Mayor

Barrett says he's a stable hand in tumultuous time. Taylor she's already leading.

State Has 1,221 COVID-19 Cases, Exploring Field Hospital Locations

State Has 1,221 COVID-19 Cases, Exploring Field Hospital Locations

State says data on hospitalization coming soon.

New Report: State’s Predicted Pandemic Peak Is April 26
New Report

State’s Predicted Pandemic Peak Is April 26

Peak moved up from May 22, behind many states in flattening curve, death toll up 53%.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wisconsin Center Faces 50% Revenue Cut
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wisconsin Center Faces 50% Revenue Cut

But CEO Marty Brooks still pushing to expand center, issue bonds during pandemic.

Plats and Parcels: City Could Get Cash From Convention Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

City Could Get Cash From Convention Center Expansion

Wisconsin Center District still pushing for expansion even though it can't sell bonds.

Archdiocese To House Homeless During Crisis

Archdiocese To House Homeless During Crisis

Facility that once housed nuns will provide housing for COVID-19 recovery, prevention.

Vote Absentee: Comptroller Candidates
Vote Absentee

Comptroller Candidates

Fields versus Sawa in open race for position as city's chief financial officer.

Vote Absentee: Mayoral Candidates
Vote Absentee

Mayoral Candidates

Barrett versus Taylor for a four-year term leading the Cream City.

State’s COVID-19 Case Count Rises to 1,112

State’s COVID-19 Case Count Rises to 1,112

10 deaths in Milwaukee County as of Sunday morning, all African Americans older than 50.

Vote Absentee: Milwaukee County Executive
Vote Absentee

Milwaukee County Executive

Crowley and Larson vie for the top executive position in Milwaukee County.

Study Projects 853 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin, 81,114 Nationwide

Study Projects 853 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin, 81,114 Nationwide

Based on limited data, study predicts Wisconsin may not see its peak until May 22nd, last in the country.

Over 1,000 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin

Over 1,000 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin

State reports over 2,000 tests processed in one day for the first time.

Vote Absentee: Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 29
Vote Absentee

Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 29

Gabler vs Kiefer for one of two contested Milwaukee County Circuit Court seats.

Vote Absentee: Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 5
Vote Absentee

Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 5

Blomme vs Dedinsky in one of two contested Milwaukee County circuit court races.

Vote Absentee: Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidates
Vote Absentee

Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidates

Karofsky vs Kelly for a 10-year term on the state's highest court.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway on Second Phase of Wellness Commons
Friday Photos

Construction Underway on Second Phase of Wellness Commons

Project will bring investment, new office space to Lindsay Heights.

Governor Calls for Mail-In Election

Governor Calls for Mail-In Election

Governor Tony Evers calls for all registered votes to be mailed ballots.

842 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, “Crisis Within A Crisis” in Milwaukee

842 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, “Crisis Within A Crisis” in Milwaukee

Evers acknowledges disparate racial impact in Milwaukee, says CDC is studying matter.

Governor Evers Blocks Evictions, Foreclosures During Pandemic

Governor Evers Blocks Evictions, Foreclosures During Pandemic

Emergency order in effect for 60 days.

Transportation: Port Milwaukee Traffic Up In 2020
Transportation

Port Milwaukee Traffic Up In 2020

Less ice on Great Lakes allows port to keep working through winter.

City Will Accept Absentee Ballots, Serve as Required Witness at Five Sites

City Will Accept Absentee Ballots, Serve as Required Witness at Five Sites

56,000 absentee ballots requested already. Lawsuits pending in court could change election.

Half of Wisconsin Counties Have COVID-19 Cases

Half of Wisconsin Counties Have COVID-19 Cases

Officials caution that it will be confirmed everywhere. 707 total cases in Wisconsin.

Medical Examiner Launches Public Data Portal

Medical Examiner Launches Public Data Portal

Public can get accurate information on COVID-19 cases, other deaths.

Milwaukee Metro Area Ranks 6th Nationally for COVID-19 Case Rate

Milwaukee Metro Area Ranks 6th Nationally for COVID-19 Case Rate

Four-county area has more cases per 100,000 residents than Chicago and San Francisco.

City Hall: Mixed Results on ACLU Settlement Compliance
City Hall

Mixed Results on ACLU Settlement Compliance

Settlement monitor praises commitment by FPC and MPD to getting into compliance.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Do Video Inspections of Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Do Video Inspections of Projects

With drop-off location for plans. Goal to protect workers yet keep construction going.

State Has Biggest One-Day Jump in COVID-19 Cases

State Has Biggest One-Day Jump in COVID-19 Cases

585 cases Wednesday, up from 457 Tuesday, and 7 deaths, as disease spreads.

Alderman Asks Hospital for Free Testing

Alderman Asks Hospital for Free Testing

COVID-19 hits black population hard, many cases within a mile of St. Joseph Hospital.

City Hall: Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto
City Hall

Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto

Should Friends of Housing contract be terminated? Did mayor violate attorney-client privilege or council violate city charter?

State Reports 457 COVID-19 Cases, Up From 416

State Reports 457 COVID-19 Cases, Up From 416

But officials say actual total is higher. "We have a limited window into the number of cases."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Delays Convention Expansion?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Delays Convention Expansion?

9-4 vote seeks to prevent convention center expansion during pandemic.

Governor Issues “Safer at Home” Order

Governor Issues “Safer at Home” Order

Starting Wednesday no playdates or team sports. People must "start taking this seriously."

Barrett Calls for Mail-In Only Election, Delay

Barrett Calls for Mail-In Only Election, Delay

Calls on governor to move back election "or this issue is going to explode."

City Issues “Stay at Home” Order For Wednesday

City Issues “Stay at Home” Order For Wednesday

"Essential" activity allowed is broadly defined, but message clear: please stay home.

Why Flattening The Curve Matters

Why Flattening The Curve Matters

Mayor Tom Barrett lays out how Wisconsin could be short by 56,000 hospital beds.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City May Use Hotels for Quarantine
Eyes on Milwaukee

City May Use Hotels for Quarantine

Modeled on Chicago's program to slow COVID-19's spread, provide economic support.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Donut Shop Planned for 41st and North
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donut Shop Planned for 41st and North

Fred Chambers grew up in neighborhood, plans to revitalize vacant building.

State Has One-Day Drop in COVID-19 Tests

State Has One-Day Drop in COVID-19 Tests

For first time in a week, the growth rate of new cases, positive and negative, slows.

City Will Also Issue “Stay at Home” Order

City Will Also Issue “Stay at Home” Order

The goal: to "send a message about how serious this is," said Mayor Barrett.

Evers Reverses Course, Announces “Stay at Home” Order

Evers Reverses Course, Announces “Stay at Home” Order

Will suspend non-essential, in-person business. Individuals still allowed to leave home.

Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting

Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting

UPDATE: Barrett calls for election to be postponed or switched to mail-in only voting.

Plats and Parcels: Convention Center Expansion Paused
Plats and Parcels

Convention Center Expansion Paused

Market uncertainty will prevent necessary bond sale to finance Wisconsin Center expansion.

381 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 4 Deaths

381 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 4 Deaths

"Stay at home," says Governor Tony Evers in simple message on how Wisconsinites can help.

281 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, Four Deaths

281 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, Four Deaths

Case count is lagging indicator of effectiveness of social distancing, other measures.

Dining: Lucky Liu’s Temporarily Closes, Cites Racial Tension
Dining

Lucky Liu’s Temporarily Closes, Cites Racial Tension

Chinese-Japanese restaurant says employees have been verbally attacked.

Online Voter Registration Reinstated by Federal Judge

Online Voter Registration Reinstated by Federal Judge

You still have time to register to vote absentee. Republican Party sought to have suit dismissed.

Friday Photos: River One Rises Over Harbor District
Friday Photos

River One Rises Over Harbor District

Michels' new office building hits the heights.

Governor Evers Doesn’t Want Election Rescheduled

Governor Evers Doesn’t Want Election Rescheduled

Governor said he's open to mail-in only voting. Encourages everyone to request absentee ballots.

Evers Doesn’t Believe Wisconsin Will Need “Shelter in Place” Order

Evers Doesn’t Believe Wisconsin Will Need “Shelter in Place” Order

COVID-19 cases rising exponentially, now at 206, state working on supply shortages

First City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Death Reported

First City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Death Reported

Case is Milwaukee County's first death, third in the state.

Mayor Tom Barrett Exposed to COVID-19, In Self-Quarantine

Mayor Tom Barrett Exposed to COVID-19, In Self-Quarantine

Barrett will continue to work from home for the next 14 days.

Bittercube Offering Delivery Cocktails, Online Classes

Bittercube Offering Delivery Cocktails, Online Classes

Milwaukee bitters manufacturer gets creative to raise revenue, provide entertainment.

Urban (Coronavirus) Ideas: Suspend Alternate Side Parking Rule
Urban (Coronavirus) Ideas

Suspend Alternate Side Parking Rule

UPDATE: After publication city suspends many parking rules

155 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 50% More Counties Affected

155 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 50% More Counties Affected

One-day increase exceeds Thursday's total number of cases.

Grocery Stores, Amazon Hiring

Grocery Stores, Amazon Hiring

Local stores also operating special, reserved hours for high-risk populations.

State Launches Programs To Aid Business

State Launches Programs To Aid Business

Loan and grant programs intended to provide bridge for businesses hurt by pandemic.

Hospital Care Needed in 31% of U.S. COVID-19 Cases

Hospital Care Needed in 31% of U.S. COVID-19 Cases

CDC report on first 4,226 cases shows death rate about 3.4%, skewing toward elderly.

106 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin

106 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin

Cases continue to grow, as does the rate of growth.

Voters Wanting Absentee Ballot Must be Registered by March 18th

Voters Wanting Absentee Ballot Must be Registered by March 18th

But the deadline for registered voters to request absentee ballots is April 2nd.

City Hall: Common Council Transforms Meetings
City Hall

Common Council Transforms Meetings

For social distancing: no full council meetings, remote voting allowed, no media on site.

Coronavirus Artist Relief Drive Launched

Coronavirus Artist Relief Drive Launched

ImagineMKE seeks to raise $50,000, provide grants of up-to $500 for artists.

Taverns: Insurer Denies Claims From Taverns
Taverns

Insurer Denies Claims From Taverns

Coverage for "Civil Authority" shutdowns has exclusion for "loss due to virus."

Eyes on Milwaukee: National Ave. Affordable Housing Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

National Ave. Affordable Housing Moves Forward

But is it ugly? Committee debates design of Thirteen31 building at 13th and National.

72 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin

72 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin

And state closes all bars and restaurants. "Stay home if you can," says Gov. Evers.

Dining: Bars, Restaurants Ordered to Close
Dining

Bars, Restaurants Ordered to Close

Milwaukee and 10 suburbs order no in-house service. Carryouts and delivery only.

Dining: Evers Says State Bars, Restaurants Can Stay Open
Dining

Evers Says State Bars, Restaurants Can Stay Open

But must operate at 50 percent of their fire code capacity or 50 people maximum.

Health: 47 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
Health

47 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin

One had recovered and 504 negative tests. Cases and testing resources continue to grow.

MPS Offers Breakfast and Lunch To Go

MPS Offers Breakfast and Lunch To Go

Free breakfast, lunch and instructional kits offered at 20 school sites, see our list.

Please Vote Absentee In Spring Election

Please Vote Absentee In Spring Election

Mayor Barrett urges voters to use mail-in ballots, seeks legislative changes to improve access, safety.

Dining: List of Restaurants Offering Delivery, Carryout
Dining

List of Restaurants Offering Delivery, Carryout

List growing as many restaurants change focus to carryout to slow virus.

Plats and Parcels: How Historic Are Jefferson St. Buildings?
Plats and Parcels

How Historic Are Jefferson St. Buildings?

Ald. Bauman nominates the street's Civil War-era buildings for historic designation.

Want $130? City Needs Poll Workers

Want $130? City Needs Poll Workers

More than 50% of 1,800 poll workers are over 60, city wants them to stay home.

Friday Photos: Rexnord’s Secret Headquarters
Friday Photos

Rexnord’s Secret Headquarters

Company is moving HQ downtown, but still hasn't publicly announced deal.

City Hall: Public Meeting, Courthouse Cancelations Begin
City Hall

Public Meeting, Courthouse Cancelations Begin

City, county both cancel their first meetings as COVID-19 closures and postponements grow.

City Hall: Milwaukee on 70-Year Pace To Replace Lead Laterals
City Hall

Milwaukee on 70-Year Pace To Replace Lead Laterals

What will the city do for property owners that want to voluntarily replace their laterals?

Dining: Southern Restaurant Will Open in Base of Huron Building
Dining

Southern Restaurant Will Open in Base of Huron Building

This is the 18th location for Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar that will serve "scratch-made" southern food.

City Hall: Milwaukee Will Cut Down 900 of Its Ash Trees
City Hall

Milwaukee Will Cut Down 900 of Its Ash Trees

Federal grant funds replacement of trees ravaged by Emerald Ash Borer.

City Hall: Audit Gives Water Works High Marks
City Hall

Audit Gives Water Works High Marks

Outside audit of city utility found good practices for lead reduction, water quality monitoring.

City Hall: Milwaukee Preparing for the Arrival of Coronavirus
City Hall

Milwaukee Preparing for the Arrival of Coronavirus

Scale of virus outbreak in Wisconsin doubles during press conference as Barrett asks Evers to declare statewide emergency.

Eyes on Milwaukee: North Shore Readies First Downtown Bank
Eyes on Milwaukee

North Shore Readies First Downtown Bank

North Shore Bank's homey downtown branch could have patio cookouts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Event Celebrates Latino-Led Real Estate
Eyes on Milwaukee

Event Celebrates Latino-Led Real Estate

Urbano is first annual Hispanic focused commercial real estate conference in Milwaukee.

City Hall: Milwaukee Moving to Biweekly Recycling Pickup
City Hall

Milwaukee Moving to Biweekly Recycling Pickup

$1 million grant from non-profit will kickstart program. Change would start in early 2021.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling “Prime” E. North Ave Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling “Prime” E. North Ave Site

Seeks developer for Riverwest site that could host affordable housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Third Ward Complex Needs Air Space Lease
Eyes on Milwaukee

Third Ward Complex Needs Air Space Lease

City Plan Commission okays 60-unit complex built over electrical substation, sidewalk.

Eyes on Milwaukee: World’s Tallest Timber Tower Gets First Okay
Eyes on Milwaukee

World’s Tallest Timber Tower Gets First Okay

City Plan Commission approves increase in Ascent's height to 25 floors.

Transportation: State Wins $27 Million For Hiawatha Line
Transportation

State Wins $27 Million For Hiawatha Line

Federal grant will help fund expansion needed to add trips to and from Chicago.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Rezoning for Wantable
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Rezoning for Wantable

Company to double in size, add public cafe to new Walker's Point headquarters.

Plats and Parcels: 11 Key Details About the Convention Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

11 Key Details About the Convention Center Expansion

Plus: Rite-Hite moving to city, Mitchell Street mystery, Lower East Side projects still alive.

Friday Photos: Saint John’s New Tower Opens
Friday Photos

Saint John’s New Tower Opens

Work remains on connector building between new building and existing campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rite-Hite Will Move HQ, 300 Employees to Reed Street Yards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rite-Hite Will Move HQ, 300 Employees to Reed Street Yards

Company will relocate from suburban Brown Deer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Renderings Released for Convention Center Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Renderings Released for Convention Center Expansion

District board releases final design of expanded Wisconsin Center.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Travaux Gets Entrepreneurial
Eyes on Milwaukee

Travaux Gets Entrepreneurial

City-affiliated entity lands private contract to oversee construction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: South Side Playfield Will Get Overhaul
Eyes on Milwaukee

South Side Playfield Will Get Overhaul

Modrzejewski will see new life under plan from Milwaukee Recreation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Plans Event Space on Farwell
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Plans Event Space on Farwell

Development firm transforming 95-year-old building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Metro Area Lacks New Mid-Level Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Metro Area Lacks New Mid-Level Homes

GMAR report shows home market in metro area distorted, with first-time home buyers dominating.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mitchell Street’s Mystery Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mitchell Street’s Mystery Building

Actually two buildings covered by paneling that developer plans to restore. What will he find?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Shines Light On Solar Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Shines Light On Solar Project

Largest solar array in Milwaukee could be operational by end of 2020.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Wants $5 Million of Hotel Tax Per Year
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Wants $5 Million of Hotel Tax Per Year

Council may rescind support for convention center expansion without its historic cut of tax restored.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sheridan Apartments Could Be Nationally Recognized
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sheridan Apartments Could Be Nationally Recognized

Rick Wiegand nominates Wisconsin Ave. building for National Register of Historic Places.

Eyes on Milwaukee: No, This Monstrosity Isn’t Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

No, This Monstrosity Isn’t Historic

Century-old Wisconsin Ave. mansion can become a parking lot, Historic Commission rules.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Moves to Fire Deconstruction Firm
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Moves to Fire Deconstruction Firm

Spencer Renovation unresponsive to city officials, not working on city-owned homes.

Plats and Parcels: UWM Gets Okay to Partially Demolish Columbia Hospital
Plats and Parcels

UWM Gets Okay to Partially Demolish Columbia Hospital

Plus: Council could delay convention center expansion, MSOE expanding nursing facilities.

Transportation: SUV Driver Runs Into The Hop
Transportation

SUV Driver Runs Into The Hop

Driver crossed travel lanes turning south onto Broadway. First collision with moving vehicle.

Friday Photos: Quartet Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Quartet Nears Completion

Building will join Trio in Walker's Point as New Land Enterprises develops sites along S. 2nd St.

DNC Host Committee Hires New Leaders

DNC Host Committee Hires New Leaders

Board picks two prominent female leaders to lead Milwaukee 2020.

City Hall: Perez Leads Termination of Friends of Housing Contract
City Hall

Perez Leads Termination of Friends of Housing Contract

Frustrated by nuisance properties, Alderman takes aim at organization's city contracts.

City Hall: Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions
City Hall

Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions

City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second Phase of Avenir Apartments Advancing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second Phase of Avenir Apartments Advancing

Developer selects Stevens to lead construction, building permit applied for.

Urban Ideas: Make MCTS Free During DNC
Urban Ideas

Make MCTS Free During DNC

Free bus rides could make the convention hassle-free for Milwaukeeans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Emergency Housing Program Stalls
Eyes on Milwaukee

Emergency Housing Program Stalls

Proposal for 10 homes for those at-risk could face funding gap, other issues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Five Libraries to Add Green Infrastructure
Eyes on Milwaukee

Five Libraries to Add Green Infrastructure

$1.6 million for green roofs, porous pavement, bioswales, trees and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Plans Walker’s Point Water Trail
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Plans Walker’s Point Water Trail

A Water Centric City tells its story. Trail could include a beach, public art, other attractions.

City Hall:  Developers Must Monitor Homes on Hold
City Hall

Developers Must Monitor Homes on Hold

Under new policy, developers must watchdog city-owned homes held for them to buy.

Eyes on Milwaukee: What To Do About Century City?
Eyes on Milwaukee

What To Do About Century City?

Bailout needed; what's the impact of losing Strauss or trying to start a hemp farm?

City Hall: Police To Lease Two Buildings During DNC
City Hall

Police To Lease Two Buildings During DNC

Locations well outside Downtown for "security-related purposes" during convention.

Transportation: City Plans 4 Pedestrian, Bicycling Projects
Transportation

City Plans 4 Pedestrian, Bicycling Projects

Seeks federal funds to help pay $2.8 million costs for new bike trail, other upgrades.

City Hall: City’s Permit Could Charge Summerfest
City Hall

City’s Permit Could Charge Summerfest

Revised special events permit could charge festival full price of police security.

Plats and Parcels: Strauss Closes Door on Milwaukee Move
Plats and Parcels

Strauss Closes Door on Milwaukee Move

Plus: An abandoned basement discovered in former Grand Avenue Mall.

Friday Photos: The Huron Rises Above
Friday Photos

The Huron Rises Above

New office building is now taller than its historic neighbors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Wins Grant for New Park on 31st and Galena
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Wins Grant for New Park on 31st and Galena

Pump track, sepak takraw courts will cater to cyclists and area's Southeast Asian population. Builds on previous support from Green Bay Packers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Renner Plans Third Ward Office Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Renner Plans Third Ward Office Building

Developer hopes to start townhome construction in coming months.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cathedral Square Improvements, Century City Bailout Get First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cathedral Square Improvements, Century City Bailout Get First Approval

$16 million plan would repay debt, improve park, rebuild streets.

City Hall: Committee Approves Large Solar Deal After Contentious Debate
City Hall

Committee Approves Large Solar Deal After Contentious Debate

Ald. Bob Bauman's amendments attempt to set baseline, grow value of deal.

Transportation: Streetcar Kiosks Could Bring In $500,000 Annually
Transportation

Streetcar Kiosks Could Bring In $500,000 Annually

System of 35 interactive kiosks could be online as early as May.

Eyes on Milwaukee: April Start for Bay View Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

April Start for Bay View Apartments

Developer Scott Genke files for permits to build an 18-unit, two-story building on KK.

Transportation: Airport Wins $600,000 Federal Grant
Transportation

Airport Wins $600,000 Federal Grant

Grant will be used to rehabilitate a runway at Mitchell International.

City Hall: City Hopes to Expand Composting
City Hall

City Hopes to Expand Composting

Seeks permanent compost program. Pilot program composts 194 tons of food waste annually.

9 Election Takeaways

9 Election Takeaways

What did we learn? The results versus 2016. And the coming ad blitz and voter turnout.

Election Results: 2020 Spring Primary
Election Results

2020 Spring Primary

The results from Tuesday's election.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Catholic School Tax Change Would Cost City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Catholic School Tax Change Would Cost City

Archdiocese seeks legislation whereby schools leased for profit would still be tax exempt.

Vote Tuesday: County Board Candidates
Vote Tuesday

County Board Candidates

Only three of 18 races are contested.

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races
Vote Tuesday

Common Council Races

Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.

Vote Tuesday: County Executive Candidates
Vote Tuesday

County Executive Candidates

Crowley, Larson, Lipscomb and Nath vie to advance to general election, replace Chris Abele.

Vote Tuesday: Circuit Court Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Circuit Court Candidates

Three candidates competing for judgeship.

Vote Tuesday: State Supreme Court Candidates
Vote Tuesday

State Supreme Court Candidates

The only statewide race on Tuesday's primary ballot.

Dining: Horned Hare to Open At New Hotel
Dining

Horned Hare to Open At New Hotel

Downtown Dubbel Dutch hotel will have restaurant named after German folklore creature.

Transportation: City to Rebuild National Avenue
Transportation

City to Rebuild National Avenue

City to partner with state, rebuild street from 1st to 39th, add safety improvements.

Plats and Parcels: Goll Mansion Site for Sale
Plats and Parcels

Goll Mansion Site for Sale

Plus: A full week of real estate news.

Vote Tuesday: Comptroller Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Comptroller Candidates

Three candidates vying to be Milwaukee's next Comptroller.

Vote Tuesday: City Attorney Candidates
Vote Tuesday

City Attorney Candidates

Three candidates running to lead independent Milwaukee City Attorney's office.

Vote Tuesday: Mayoral Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Mayoral Candidates

Four candidates vying to advance to general election. First in our series of previews.

Friday Photos: Inside the Bradley Symphony Center
Friday Photos

Inside the Bradley Symphony Center

Contractors working diligently to transform former movie palace into modern music hall with Art Deco style.

City Hall: Milwaukee Uses Different Voting Machines for Early Voting
City Hall

Milwaukee Uses Different Voting Machines for Early Voting

Use of touchscreens instead of paper ballots intended to improve accessibility, avoid need for 327 unique ballots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Fund Improvements On Edge of Cathedral Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Fund Improvements On Edge of Cathedral Square

TIF district would help bail out Century City,

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Using Downtown TIFs to Bail Out Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Using Downtown TIFs to Bail Out Century City

Overperforming downtown development districts will repay debt used to create Century City business park.

Transportation: Wisconsin Ethanol By-Product To Feed the World
Transportation

Wisconsin Ethanol By-Product To Feed the World

First-of-its-kind export facility on the Great Lakes will take trucks off the road, make Midwest ethanol more competitive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Neighbors React to New East Side Apartment Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Neighbors React to New East Side Apartment Building

Meeting attendees offer feedback on renderings, ask who secret developers are.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Farmhouse Seeks Historic Designation
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Farmhouse Seeks Historic Designation

Old home on 51st and North, once on city's rural fringe, likely to be designated.

City Hall: Presenting the “Real State of the City”
City Hall

Presenting the “Real State of the City”

Mayoral candidate, State Sen. Lena Taylor, offers stinging rebuttal to Barrett's speech.

Dining: Taco Bell Planned for E. Capitol Dr.
Dining

Taco Bell Planned for E. Capitol Dr.

It will add to the more than 25 Taco Bells in metro area, and some 7,000 in the world.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Okays Convention Center Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Okays Convention Center Expansion

Cost of $300 to $375 million. Murphy questions whether it will fill more hotel rooms.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Signs for Pabst Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Signs for Pabst Theater

Scrolling, chasing LED signs are big -- too big? -- and offer homage to theater's history.

City Hall: Council Bans “Racist” Hotel Policies
City Hall

Council Bans “Racist” Hotel Policies

Metro residents must be allowed to stay in Milwaukee hotels says new ordinance.

Eyes on Milwaukee: East Side Home Design Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

East Side Home Design Approved

After 18 months of debate, two new East Side homes in historic district okayed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: DNC Will Restrict Construction Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

DNC Will Restrict Construction Projects

DPW will restrict construction activity on city streets for a month this summer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Design of Brady Street Building Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Design of Brady Street Building Approved

Bucks guard Pat Connaughton's proposed building sails through historic commission.

Transportation: We Energies Will Sponsor Streetcar
Transportation

We Energies Will Sponsor Streetcar

4th sponsor streetcar has attracted, $100,000 deal during DNC not finalized.

White Supremacy Vandalism Yet Again

White Supremacy Vandalism Yet Again

Hate group Patriot Front's new sticker on stretch of E. Wells St. where past slogans appeared.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10,000 Affordable Homes Effort On Track
Eyes on Milwaukee

10,000 Affordable Homes Effort On Track

Two years into it, mayor's initiative driven by new houses, home repairs, home sales.

City Hall: Barrett Will Tout Public Safety, Jobs, DNC
City Hall

Barrett Will Tout Public Safety, Jobs, DNC

State of the City speech to note a special DNC Doors Open and positive national press.

Plats and Parcels: Tracking Four Downtown Tower Proposals
Plats and Parcels

Tracking Four Downtown Tower Proposals

Real estate news from Walker's Point, the East Side and Near West Side caps a busy week.

Transportation: Streetcar Ridership Up in January Versus 2019
Transportation

Streetcar Ridership Up in January Versus 2019

The Hop records better ridership in January, buoyed by warmer weather.

Friday Photos: Hotel Trio Keeps Climbing
Friday Photos

Hotel Trio Keeps Climbing

Three new downtown hotels will share services, parking.

DNC Delegate Welcome Party To Be Held at Summerfest Grounds

DNC Delegate Welcome Party To Be Held at Summerfest Grounds

Delegates and guests will be treated to lakefront experience night before convention opens.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Convent Hill South on Track
Eyes on Milwaukee

Convent Hill South on Track

Housing Authority preparing land sale for tower while Travaux seeks financing.

City Hall: Fire & Police Commissioners to Become Publicly Accessible
City Hall

Fire & Police Commissioners to Become Publicly Accessible

Public phone numbers and email addresses being issued.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Renderings, Details on World’s Tallest Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Renderings, Details on World’s Tallest Timber Tower

Building could be even taller than what was revealed earlier this week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City, Partners Creating 13th Street Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

City, Partners Creating 13th Street Plan

Effort will focus on charting future of Crisol Corridor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wantable Wants More in Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wantable Wants More in Walker’s Point

Company moving a half block for bigger headquarters, cafe, maybe rooftop deck.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Herro For Our Time?
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Herro For Our Time?

Developer Lew Herro building affordable housing near Marquette, next wants to take on Northridge.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 90-Unit Apartment Complex for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

90-Unit Apartment Complex for East Side

Proposal would raze four buildings for seven-story complex across from Columbia St. Mary's Hospital.

Milwaukee DNC Leaders Fired by Board

Milwaukee DNC Leaders Fired by Board

Liz Gilbert and Adam Alonso terminated as part of investigation into toxic work environment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Is This Good Urban Design?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Is This Good Urban Design?

Alderman objects to car-centric layout of proposed south side grocery store.

Eyes on Milwaukee: No New State Office Building Until 2022?
Eyes on Milwaukee

No New State Office Building Until 2022?

Bauman warns of delays for 27th St. project; Near West Side Partners plans safeguards on deal.

“Toxic” Work Environment at DNC Cited

“Toxic” Work Environment at DNC Cited

Investigation launched, top two officials barred from entering DNC offices.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Player to Buy City Lot for $105,000
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Player to Buy City Lot for $105,000

Mixed-use building on Brady Street will be Bucks guard Pat Connaughton's second Milwaukee project.

Dining: Pete’s Pub to Replace Harry’s on Brady
Dining

Pete’s Pub to Replace Harry’s on Brady

Brady Street restaurant closes, but another place with a guy's name will replace it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Now the World’s Tallest Mass Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Now the World’s Tallest Mass Timber Tower

New Land adds two floors, 30 apartments to proposed high rise, Ascent.

City Hall: Meet the City’s Millennial Task Force
City Hall

Meet the City’s Millennial Task Force

Presenting the 15 members and challenges (Millennial brain drain!) they must address.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Preservation Group Needs New Leader. Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Preservation Group Needs New Leader. Again

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance, historic architecture advocate, seeks executive director.

Plats and Parcels: 27 Apartments Planned Near Marquette
Plats and Parcels

27 Apartments Planned Near Marquette

Plus: MU plans new business school, Rivecca brothers buy out disgraced Ganos, Abele gives $300,000 to new project.

City Hall: Healthy Food for the Central City
City Hall

Healthy Food for the Central City

Project championed by Ald. Rainey seeks partners, offers $400,000 in grants.

Friday Photos: Good Hope Commons Opens
Friday Photos

Good Hope Commons Opens

Apartment building is now open, library could soon follow.

City Hall: Is Tire Disposal Fee Causing Illegal Dumping?
City Hall

Is Tire Disposal Fee Causing Illegal Dumping?

Council wants data, raises concerns.

City Hall: Committee Debates Snow Plowing Performance
City Hall

Committee Debates Snow Plowing Performance

Are the city's strategies working? Council members want changes.

Transportation: Port Traffic Up in 2019
Transportation

Port Traffic Up in 2019

Port rebounds from down 2018 to exceed five-year average cargo volume.

DNC Needs 15,000 Volunteers

DNC Needs 15,000 Volunteers

Volunteers will do everything from back office support to helping delegates.

Dining: Taco Stop Coming to Bay View
Dining

Taco Stop Coming to Bay View

Will occupy space most recently home to Fuji Poke.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hoping for a 50-Story Lakefront Tower?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hoping for a 50-Story Lakefront Tower?

City consolidates land parcels, Rinka envisions tower, but no development imminent.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv Forum Workers to Get $15/Hour
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv Forum Workers to Get $15/Hour

Bucks agree to what union hails as "industry-leading, standard-setting contract".

City Hall: Summerfest Squeezed on Police Costs?
City Hall

Summerfest Squeezed on Police Costs?

Alderman threatens to delay street closure permit if Summerfest won't pay city's costs.

Dining: Urban Beets Closes Downtown Cafe
Dining

Urban Beets Closes Downtown Cafe

Vegan restaurant closes only city location, will continue running Wauwatosa restaurant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $29 Million Partnership to Clean Up Harbor
Eyes on Milwaukee

$29 Million Partnership to Clean Up Harbor

DNR, city, county, MMSD want to take harbor off the list of polluted waterways.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Apartment Building Planned for King Drive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Apartment Building Planned for King Drive

More development happening near new home of Bader Philanthropies.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Irgens Fires BMO Tower Contractor
Eyes on Milwaukee

Irgens Fires BMO Tower Contractor

After flood causes months of delay, developer fires J.H. Findorff & Son.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Office Building Gets Boost
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Office Building Gets Boost

Near West Side Partners leader says state is advancing project that could land on 27th St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Contractor Delaying Work
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Contractor Delaying Work

City's program beset by delays. The latest is a contractor not showing up for work.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown House Being Deconstructed For Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Downtown House Being Deconstructed For Apartments

Plus: City planning third cruise ship dock

Friday Photos: North Shore’s North End Transformation
Friday Photos

North Shore’s North End Transformation

Old house will become new bank where Lower East Side meets Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Public Market Again Posts Record Numbers, How?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Public Market Again Posts Record Numbers, How?

Market director, vendor explain what they think is driving record growth.

City Hall: Plan Will Build City’s Largest Solar Array
City Hall

Plan Will Build City’s Largest Solar Array

City, We Energies partner on eight-acre solar farm, enough electricity to power 400 homes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Plans 2nd Round of Housing Rehab
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Plans 2nd Round of Housing Rehab

MERI 2.0 to sell homes for $1 and developers must hire under- or unemployed workers.

City Hall: Climate Task Force Readying Report
City Hall

Climate Task Force Readying Report

Officials discuss joint city-county report on environmental strategies due in March.

Eyes on Milwaukee: NEWaukee Will Create “The Beacon” in  Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

NEWaukee Will Create “The Beacon” in Walker’s Point

Social architecture firm will redevelop former Ballet space into hub for creatives.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Hotel Will Be “Dubbel Dutch”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Hotel Will Be “Dubbel Dutch”

Boutique hotel in historic 1898 mansion on Marshall St. will open in time for DNC.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Crane Added to City Plan Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Crane Added to City Plan Commission

Menomonee Valley Partners deputy Catrina Crane has long worked on economic development.

City Hall: Council Inches Toward Universal Basic Income
City Hall

Council Inches Toward Universal Basic Income

Proposal will create a framework, needs philanthropic support.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Big Blue Building Adds Signature Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Big Blue Building Adds Signature Sign

That's 310W, folks. New sign adds street-level ID for $30 million redevelopment.

City Hall: How The City Plows Snow
City Hall

How The City Plows Snow

Inside look at how the city clears 1,475 miles of streets and 42,000 intersections.

Plats and Parcels: Lakefront Tower Loses A Few Floors
Plats and Parcels

Lakefront Tower Loses A Few Floors

Plus: Northridge Mall trial starts, Foxconn bailing on project could cause up to $120 million state bailout.

Friday Photos: Symphony’s New Home Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Symphony’s New Home Takes Shape

Steel frame rises on Wisconsin Ave., new Wells St. structure designed to match historic theater.

Museum Week Offers Special Events at 17 Locations

Museum Week Offers Special Events at 17 Locations

Second annual event brings cultural giants together with overlooked institutions.

City Hall: DNC Security Zone Includes Almost All of Westown
City Hall

DNC Security Zone Includes Almost All of Westown

Expect travel delays, but zone is not hard perimeter says Secret Service, MPD.

Transportation: Viking Cruises Adds Milwaukee as Port
Transportation

Viking Cruises Adds Milwaukee as Port

But not all news from the port is good, it's recovering from nearly $1 million in storm damage.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second New East Side Home Revealed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second New East Side Home Revealed

Designs submitted for second new home in North Point Historic District.

City Hall: Milwaukee Seeking $50 Million To Pay for DNC Security
City Hall

Milwaukee Seeking $50 Million To Pay for DNC Security

Federal grant covers costs of police and fire during convention. 4,000 police officers expected.

City Hall: Council, Aldrete Again Spar Over FPC
City Hall

Council, Aldrete Again Spar Over FPC

Shouting, an open letter, highly-sensitive leak. The mess at Fire & Police Commission continues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Design Vision for Villard Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Design Vision for Villard Avenue

UW-Milwaukee will lead design charette to envision future of commercial corridor.

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for City Offices
City Hall

Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Packed spring election features 46 candidates for 19 city offices.

City Hall: Conservative in Mayor Race Ejected
City Hall

Conservative in Mayor Race Ejected

Republican David King failed to submit enough valid signatures, vows court appeal.

Transportation: Streetcar Ridership Up in December
Transportation

Streetcar Ridership Up in December

System outpaces November ridership and annual estimates.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Deconstruction Delayed Through 2020
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Deconstruction Delayed Through 2020

Officials hope to build contractor capacity in program focused on jobs and environment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City to Sell 19 Lots for Habitat Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

City to Sell 19 Lots for Habitat Homes

Committee okays selling vacant lots for $1 each, to create new owner-occupied homes.

Historical Society Showcasing Unseen Treasures

Historical Society Showcasing Unseen Treasures

New exhibit highlights a wide variety of Milwaukee's history.

City Hall: Homicides Down 33% Since 2015
City Hall

Homicides Down 33% Since 2015

New approach with many stakeholders paying off, but work nowhere near done, says mayor.

Plats and Parcels: Gilbane, CD Smith Will Build Wisconsin Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

Gilbane, CD Smith Will Build Wisconsin Center Expansion

Plus: State's first Tesla showroom, architecture firm mulls expansion, Pabst Mansion demolishing house

Eyes on Milwaukee: Central Standard Opening Downtown Tasting Room
Eyes on Milwaukee

Central Standard Opening Downtown Tasting Room

Distillery will move from Walker's Point to redeveloped 1874 building on E. Clybourn St.

Friday Photos: $30 Million Eagleknit a Game Changer
Friday Photos

$30 Million Eagleknit a Game Changer

Wangard redevelopment in Walker's Point a technology hub that will train minorities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “Catalytic” West Side Project Coming?
Eyes on Milwaukee

“Catalytic” West Side Project Coming?

Committee okays vacating two alleys, hoping 27th and Wisconsin site attracts state office building.

City Hall: Pipe Destroyed in Water Main Break
City Hall

Pipe Destroyed in Water Main Break

"Very, very rare" break destroys 29 feet of water main, raises questions, devastates residents in area.

City Hall: Officials Advance $500/Month Basic Income Plan
City Hall

Officials Advance $500/Month Basic Income Plan

Are you low-income and want $500 per month? The city has a pilot plan, almost.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Is There A Plan To Prevent New Tent City?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Is There A Plan To Prevent New Tent City?

City officials worry. If no plan, should state build a campground under highway?

Transportation: Delivery Tax Isn’t Legal, Says City Attorney
Transportation

Delivery Tax Isn’t Legal, Says City Attorney

But Lena Taylor disagrees. Is 60 cent fee on food deliveries a tax or a fee?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pre-Construction Starting on Ascent
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pre-Construction Starting on Ascent

There's "zero doubt" tallest mass timber building in Western Hemisphere will soon rise.

500 Media Members Get DNC Preview

500 Media Members Get DNC Preview

Officials host national media for first look at city and convention venues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Big Solar Project by Downtown Church
Eyes on Milwaukee

Big Solar Project by Downtown Church

First Unitarian Society adding 95 panels to church, adjacent apartment building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three Classic Houses To Be Restored
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three Classic Houses To Be Restored

Bradley Foundation sold Lion House and two others to Wisconsin Securities Partners.

Transportation: Delivery Tax Could Help Fix Potholes
Transportation

Delivery Tax Could Help Fix Potholes

Ald. Dodd's proposal imposes 60 cent fee on third-party deliveries like Uber Eats.

Plats and Parcels: Urban Farm Planned for Near West Side
Plats and Parcels

Urban Farm Planned for Near West Side

Plus: A trio downtown buildings change hands, including one that contained Trio.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sadoff Saving Walker’s Point Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sadoff Saving Walker’s Point Buildings

Sofi Lofts project includes redevelopment of two old neglected S. 1st St. buildings.

Friday Photos: KinetiK Nears Completion
Friday Photos

KinetiK Nears Completion

144 apartments and food hall will anchor north end of Bay View.

Top 20 Articles Of The Decade

Top 20 Articles Of The Decade

Plenty of surprises dot the list of Urban Milwaukee's most popular stories since 2010.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pizzeria, Sober Bar Planned Near Sherman Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pizzeria, Sober Bar Planned Near Sherman Park

Entrepreneur buying city-owned building, plans cafe and apartments

Top 10 of 2019: Most Popular Transportation Articles
Top 10 of 2019

Most Popular Transportation Articles

The Hop, the BRT, the Hiawatha and scooters, a big year for transportation stories.

Plats and Parcels: Downtown Building Getting Overhauled
Plats and Parcels

Downtown Building Getting Overhauled

Plus: More apartments for former Grand Avenue Mall.

Friday Photos: New Office For African-American Issues
Friday Photos

New Office For African-American Issues

City transforming two-story building on Fond du Lac into one-stop clearinghouse.

Top 10 of 2019: Most Popular Friday Photos Articles
Top 10 of 2019

Most Popular Friday Photos Articles

Readers love downtown projects, and one still unconfirmed HQ move tops the list.

Top 10: Most Popular “City Hall” Articles of 2019
Top 10

Most Popular “City Hall” Articles of 2019

Racist contractor, Indigenous Peoples' Day, DNC, bribery, City Hall had it all in 2019.

City Hall: Former Health Director Blames Barrett
City Hall

Former Health Director Blames Barrett

Bevan Baker breaks his silence, slams Mayor and other city departments.

Top 10 of 2019: Most Popular Eyes on Milwaukee Stories
Top 10 of 2019

Most Popular Eyes on Milwaukee Stories

Big year of real estate closes with a bang: 5 of most popular stories in past month.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Area Resident Plans Hopkins St. Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Area Resident Plans Hopkins St. Project

Charles McCoy will purchase, redevelop commercial building in Amani neighborhood.

Plats and Parcels: Meet HQ501
Plats and Parcels

Meet HQ501

Scott Lurie, in partnership with RINKA, unveils renderings for redeveloped Assurant building.

Friday Photos: Sam’s Place Takes Shape on King Drive
Friday Photos

Sam’s Place Takes Shape on King Drive

Bader Philanthropies redeveloping jazz-infused coffeehouse in former bank.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Once World’s Largest Hardware Store, Now Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Once World’s Largest Hardware Store, Now Apartments

1873 building, once a hardware store colossus, being converted to 40 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bader Funds 40 New Homes in Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bader Funds 40 New Homes in Harambee

$1 million gift funds new Habitat for Humanity revitalization project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Western Building Facility
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Western Building Facility

Company moving from suburb to city's far northwest side, bringing 208 jobs here.

City Hall: Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years
City Hall

Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years

Commission grants police chief a full term, requires public meeting, reports.

Eyes on Milwaukee: High Rise Architect Paid $180 Per Hour
Eyes on Milwaukee

High Rise Architect Paid $180 Per Hour

City plan to build 32-story tower offers rare public peek at what designers, others earn.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Revised Library Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Revised Library Deal

Library hopes third time is the charm for new branch on Martin Luther King Dr.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Mulls Next Move on “Racist” Hotel Policy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Mulls Next Move on “Racist” Hotel Policy

Ald. Lewis considering license options. Three hotels have policies rejecting area residents.

City Hall: Officer Ray Confirmed Without Debate
City Hall

Officer Ray Confirmed Without Debate

Former MPD officer is newest member of troubled Fire and Police Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Can Downtown Boom Boost Poorer Areas?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Can Downtown Boom Boost Poorer Areas?

Airbnb tax, mentorship program, other proposals suggested to boost investment elsewhere.

Transportation: Ridership Falls for The Hop
Transportation

Ridership Falls for The Hop

Begins 2nd year of operation with November ridership down from November 2018.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Invests in 207 Affordable Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Invests in 207 Affordable Homes

Housing Trust Fund will provide $900,000 in capital. Can this program be grown?

Plats and Parcels: See The Canstruction of Local Landmarks
Plats and Parcels

See The Canstruction of Local Landmarks

Plus: Associated gives Milwaukee Center new name & upgrades, mass timber building tops off.

Friday Photos: The Huron Is All About Connectivity
Friday Photos

The Huron Is All About Connectivity

Building is the anchor of a transformation of Downtown's parking ghetto.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Adjusts Zoning for First Floor Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Adjusts Zoning for First Floor Design

More active first floors create more a more activated, walkable city.

City Hall: FPC Fumbles Police Residency Points
City Hall

FPC Fumbles Police Residency Points

Months of confused meetings fail to pass residency points for police promotions.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Racist Policy? Committee Rejects Hotel Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Racist Policy? Committee Rejects Hotel Sign

Comfort Suites hotel simply wanted a new sign. Then things got strange.

Eyes on Milwaukee: School to Become Apartments, Cost $19.4 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

School to Become Apartments, Cost $19.4 Million

Committee okays $1.05 million in city funds to support 82-unit, north-side project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Still No Deal For The Couture. Yet
Eyes on Milwaukee

Still No Deal For The Couture. Yet

Sorry, Mark Belling, deal still isn't quite done, says developer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Reed Street Yards Fix
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Reed Street Yards Fix

Sewer being relocated to accommodate development. But by which company?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City’s First Mass Timber Building Tops Off
Eyes on Milwaukee

City’s First Mass Timber Building Tops Off

Walker's Point project quietly making use of new building material.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 40 Affordable Homes for Washington Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

40 Affordable Homes for Washington Park

Developer plans to rehab 24 properties, including many duplexes, in one-mile radius.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Appeal Dropped on Bucks Player’s Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Appeal Dropped on Bucks Player’s Project

Civil War-era building can be razed. New three-unit apartment building can be developed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Guard Scores Again on Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Guard Scores Again on Project

Historic preservation group again clears way for Connaughton's downtown development.

Plats and Parcels: Bucks Player Plans Brady Street Building
Plats and Parcels

Bucks Player Plans Brady Street Building

Plus: American Family announces plans, Mount Mary plans new housing, buildings change hands.

City Hall: City Wins $700,000 For Drug Overdose Fight
City Hall

City Wins $700,000 For Drug Overdose Fight

Opioid program has saved 15 lives in 2019; new funding will expand program.

Trump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee

Trump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee

G7 summit to be held at Presidential retreat, not downtown Milwaukee site Barrett offered.

Friday Photos: The “Little Pink Church” is Back
Friday Photos

The “Little Pink Church” is Back

New version of long-gone church part of Lower East Side senior housing complex.

City Hall: Stunned Council Grills FPC Director
City Hall

Stunned Council Grills FPC Director

"It all doesn't add up" two aldermen say, while Hamilton says questions were answered.

City Hall: “Officer Ray’s” FPC Appointment Okayed
City Hall

“Officer Ray’s” FPC Appointment Okayed

Committee approves appointment of retired officer to police oversight board.

City Hall: Taylor Blames FPC Problems on Mayor
City Hall

Taylor Blames FPC Problems on Mayor

Mayoral opponent accuses Barrett of mismanagement, corruption, cronyism.

Eyes on Milwaukee: American Family Unveils Downtown Office Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

American Family Unveils Downtown Office Plan

Insurance company to redevelop century-old Mandel Graphics building near Fiserv Forum.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will Tent City Come Back?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will Tent City Come Back?

Could be an embarrassment during the DNC. Downtown Ald. Bauman seeks answers from the state.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mount Mary Plans $45 Million Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mount Mary Plans $45 Million Complex

Single mother students, sisters and seniors will live together in 166-unit housing complex.

City Hall: An Aldermanic Rematch on South Side
City Hall

An Aldermanic Rematch on South Side

Donovan's aide Patty Doherty will again run against Scott Spiker.

City Hall: City Targets Scam Artists and Slumlords
City Hall

City Targets Scam Artists and Slumlords

Fines doubled to ensure city-repaired bargain homes aren't turned into rentals.

City Hall: Council to Review Fire & Police Commission
City Hall

Council to Review Fire & Police Commission

Sudden review comes after FPC cancels meeting and troubles at commission reported.

“Code the Hoan” Program Launched

“Code the Hoan” Program Launched

Light the Hoan education effort to help students learn how to program light shows on bridge, sync with music.

City Hall: Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?
City Hall

Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?

Second public resignation and much staff turnover under new executive director.

Plats and Parcels: River One Apartments Construction Starts in March
Plats and Parcels

River One Apartments Construction Starts in March

Plus: Pharmacy to replace Starbucks on Brady, delayed library gains developer

Friday Photos: Wheel & Sprocket’s New Bay View HQ
Friday Photos

Wheel & Sprocket’s New Bay View HQ

Opening early next year: One of the "most dramatic bicycle-related spaces in the country."

5 Milwaukeeans to Be Thankful For

5 Milwaukeeans to Be Thankful For

Milwaukee is a better -- and far more interesting place -- because of these five folks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Admiral’s Wharf Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Admiral’s Wharf Project

11-story, 133-unit complex in Walker's Point gets a green light from city.

City Hall: Council Bans Most Plastic Straws
City Hall

Council Bans Most Plastic Straws

Use by bars and restaurants prohibited unless customers request them.

City Hall: Council Okays Gender Neutral Bathrooms
City Hall

Council Okays Gender Neutral Bathrooms

Proposal wouldn't "scratch the top 50" of constituent concerns, Donovan carps.

For Members: Shop Local, Get 20% Off Milwaukee Gifts This Weekend
For Members

Shop Local, Get 20% Off Milwaukee Gifts This Weekend

A two-day holiday shopping discount: 20% off for members at Urban Milwaukee: The Store.

City Hall: Council Overrides Every Barrett Veto
City Hall

Council Overrides Every Barrett Veto

Without debate Common Council overrides mayor, keeps 59 amendments to budget

Plats and Parcels: Journal Square Will Be Hundreds of Apartments
Plats and Parcels

Journal Square Will Be Hundreds of Apartments

Plus: Packed week of affordable housing news, and Cheesehead expansion.

Friday Photos: The Yards Rises on Former Reed Street
Friday Photos

The Yards Rises on Former Reed Street

New apartment building is eastern anchor to Reed Street Yards business park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 117-Year-Old School Getting Transformed
Eyes on Milwaukee

117-Year-Old School Getting Transformed

Developer will turn MPS school he once attended into 40-unit apartment complex.

Transportation: The “Holiday Hop” Streetcar Debuts
Transportation

The “Holiday Hop” Streetcar Debuts

Santa hops a ride to City Hall tree lighting ceremony.

Eyes on Milwaukee: RACM Okays $3.4 Million Reed Street Yards Fix
Eyes on Milwaukee

RACM Okays $3.4 Million Reed Street Yards Fix

New sewers being built to help attract future tenants, possibly Rite-Hite HQ.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gorman Buying 38 Foreclosed Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gorman Buying 38 Foreclosed Homes

Developer will convert city-owned homes on North Side to affordable rental housing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MPS School To Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

MPS School To Become Apartments

Plus community programming in unused expanded building on far northwest side.

City Hall: Barrett Officially Declares Re-Election Bid
City Hall

Barrett Officially Declares Re-Election Bid

Mayor running for 5th term, hopes to serve 20 years as city's leader.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Beat Hiring Targets on Fiserv Forum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Beat Hiring Targets on Fiserv Forum

Team "won the championship" in hiring city residents, businesses says Mayor Barrett.

City Hall: Barrett Issues 8 Budget Vetoes
City Hall

Barrett Issues 8 Budget Vetoes

Vetoes attack borrowing, garbage truck replacement, blight elimination.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Subsidy for Schuster’s Project Okayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Subsidy for Schuster’s Project Okayed

$85 million redevelopment of old department store will have prestige tenants.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Admiral’s Wharf Sails Through Committee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Admiral’s Wharf Sails Through Committee

City committee okays zoning for 11-story, 133-unit apartment complex in Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Every Property In The City
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Every Property In The City

Eventually. Developer's new Twitter account creating photos of city's 150,000 homes and businesses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cafe-Cop House Coming to Clarke Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cafe-Cop House Coming to Clarke Square

Unique center is a partnership of city, non-profit Journey House and police department.

Plats and Parcels: Rite-Hite May Move to Reed Street Yards
Plats and Parcels

Rite-Hite May Move to Reed Street Yards

Plus: Water leak delays BMO Tower, city exploring Plan B for former Schlitz tavern.

Friday Photos: Quartet’s Rising
Friday Photos

Quartet’s Rising

New apartment building on S. 2nd St. in Walker's Point.

City Hall: Police Overtime Costs a Budget Problem
City Hall

Police Overtime Costs a Budget Problem

Council discusses how to trim annual cost of $17 million. Unfunded service for Summerfest an issue.

City Hall: Taylor Slams Barrett Over Residency
City Hall

Taylor Slams Barrett Over Residency

Mayoral candidate cites losses since residency requirement ended by Legislature.

City Hall: Health Department Probe a State Matter
City Hall

Health Department Probe a State Matter

Criminal investigation taken over by Department of Justice, city officials say.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Humboldt Gardens Proposal Is Dead
Eyes on Milwaukee

Humboldt Gardens Proposal Is Dead

Developers decide turning 1890 building on Humboldt and North into condos is too costly.

Eyes on Milwaukee: McCarthy Appeals on Bucks Player’s Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

McCarthy Appeals on Bucks Player’s Project

Wants Common Council to overrule HPC ruling that 1860s house can be razed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Fighting Illegal Dumping
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Fighting Illegal Dumping

New DNS program makes it easier for citizens to report problems, results in 16 citations.

City Hall: Proposal Aims To Eliminate Plastic Straws
City Hall

Proposal Aims To Eliminate Plastic Straws

Would prevent restaurants from providing straws, unless customers request them.

City Hall: 4,000 Police Officers Will Guard DNC
City Hall

4,000 Police Officers Will Guard DNC

Some 150 police departments, 12 fire departments will secure 50,000-person event.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Acquiring Land for Future Bike Trail
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Acquiring Land for Future Bike Trail

Former northwest side railroad corridor could eventually house bike trail.

City Hall: Aldermen Push Gender Neutral Bathrooms
City Hall

Aldermen Push Gender Neutral Bathrooms

Council members working with Equal Rights Commission to advance inclusive policy.

City Hall: Snow Delays Leaf Collection Until 25th
City Hall

Snow Delays Leaf Collection Until 25th

Snow storms extend cutoff. You now have 11 more days to sweep leaves into the street.

City Hall: DPW Defends Plow Mounting Strategy
City Hall

DPW Defends Plow Mounting Strategy

Delaying use of plows allowed more salt to be spread and prevented expanding potholes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lurie Buying Mostly Empty Downtown Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lurie Buying Mostly Empty Downtown Building

Developer tackling last large empty downtown office building, on 5th and Michigan. Could add hotel.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Brewery Celebrates Its Completion
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Brewery Celebrates Its Completion

New gateway tops off transformation from abandoned brewery to real neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 1860s Home Isn’t Historic Says Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

1860s Home Isn’t Historic Says Commission

Historic commission's surprising vote rejects historic designation, inches Bucks guard's project closer to reality.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Quiet Plan to Save Grand Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Quiet Plan to Save Grand Avenue

Actually written 10 years ago. Civic leaders discuss how public private partnerships revived Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mayor Signs Homeless Proposal on Veterans Day
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mayor Signs Homeless Proposal on Veterans Day

Development would house up to 48 veterans while providing supportive services.

Plats and Parcels: Park East Apartments Cleared for Takeoff
Plats and Parcels

Park East Apartments Cleared for Takeoff

Plus: Why Molson Coors picked Milwaukee over Denver.

Friday Photos: Powering Up The Third Ward
Friday Photos

Powering Up The Third Ward

We Energies substation at heart of new apartment building nears completion.

City Hall: Council Cuts Police, Adopts $1.6 Billion Budget
City Hall

Council Cuts Police, Adopts $1.6 Billion Budget

Council wrestles with huge fiscal challenges due to rising police costs, declining state aid.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Could Override Zielinski on Bay View Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Could Override Zielinski on Bay View Development

Developer Scott Lurie's project is headed towards a vote.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Villard Commons
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Villard Commons

Five ACRE grads turn classroom project into reality.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Effort Is Underway
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Effort Is Underway

After a year of false starts by the city, a $1.2 million, 50-home effort is underway.

City Hall: Proposal Uses Lead Abatement Funds for Marketing
City Hall

Proposal Uses Lead Abatement Funds for Marketing

Ald. Lewis proposes using lateral replacement funds for council's "community outreach."

Transportation: Street Safety Funding Passes Committee
Transportation

Street Safety Funding Passes Committee

DPW would get $1.2 million in new, dedicated funding for complete streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mural Spurs Historic Preservation Reform
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mural Spurs Historic Preservation Reform

Historic Preservation Commission moving to establish guidelines for murals.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays St. Augustine’s $30 Million Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays St. Augustine’s $30 Million Plan

One of city's fastest-growing schools plans substantial expansion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Empty Storefronts Event Offers Solutions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Empty Storefronts Event Offers Solutions

And inspiration. 5th annual conference explores how to revive commercial corridors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Full Council Approves Tiny Homes Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Full Council Approves Tiny Homes Project

Veterans rehabilitation project, 48 tiny homes, is cleared for spring construction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gokhman House Sails Through Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gokhman House Sails Through Commission

New design met with universal approval by Historic Preservation Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plans Submitted for Journal Square Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plans Submitted for Journal Square Lofts

Jeffers plans to convert newsroom to bedrooms. 103 apartments. See the floor plans.

Plats and Parcels: Journal Sentinel Complex Sold
Plats and Parcels

Journal Sentinel Complex Sold

Plus: Badger Mutual moving downtown, Northridge security deal, Lion House has a buyer and much more.

Friday Photos: North Shore Plans Unique Downtown Bank
Friday Photos

North Shore Plans Unique Downtown Bank

89-year-old house getting converted into modern bank branch on Pleasant and Water.

Transportation: City Lands Second Streetcar Sponsor
Transportation

City Lands Second Streetcar Sponsor

Everstream, business internet provider, joins Potawatomi in backing The Hop.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Voces Buying Mitchell Street Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Voces Buying Mitchell Street Building

After long search, immigrant rights group Voces de la Frontera finds new home, space to grow.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Proposal Would Fund Emergency Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Proposal Would Fund Emergency Housing

City-owned properties would house displaced families, human trafficking victims. Plus: committee cuts Bublr funding.

City Hall: Proposal Gives Residents a Basic Income
City Hall

Proposal Gives Residents a Basic Income

Lewis, Kovac back "Universal Basic Income" for 50 poorer families of $500 per month.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Player’s Development Faces Delay
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Player’s Development Faces Delay

Historic designation sought for 1865 home Pat Connaughton seeks to demolish, replace.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Douglas Dynamics Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Douglas Dynamics Expansion

Company expects to add up to 50 manufacturing jobs at expanded N. 76th St. campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MillerCoors Will Change Name, Add Local Jobs
Eyes on Milwaukee

MillerCoors Will Change Name, Add Local Jobs

In global shakeup Milwaukee a winner over Denver and could gain hundreds of jobs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hamilton Keeping Door Open for Strauss
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hamilton Keeping Door Open for Strauss

Council president halts move to officially kill deal. "Let's continue the process," he says.

Eyes on Milwaukee: What’s This Sherman Park Home Worth?
Eyes on Milwaukee

What’s This Sherman Park Home Worth?

City, prospective buyer have wrangled over price of foreclosed home.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tiny Homes Village Design Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tiny Homes Village Design Approved

Council committee approves design for 48-home village for veterans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Controversy Over Historic Building’s Mural
Eyes on Milwaukee

Controversy Over Historic Building’s Mural

Mitchell Street mural sparks debate. Is a mural just paint? Should it be removed?

Evers, Barrett Kick Off 2020 Census

Evers, Barrett Kick Off 2020 Census

They were joined by "Captain Census." Milwaukee could lose millions if Census undercounts population

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘Cold Case Hammarskjöld’ a Surprise
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘Cold Case Hammarskjöld’ a Surprise

Is it a documentary? A murder mystery? Or a weird conspiracy theory?

Plats and Parcels: Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Revived
Plats and Parcels

Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Revived

Plus: MPS unveils new schoolyards, Cambria hotel opens, Athea expanding chemical plant

Friday Photos: Three Hotels Begin Their Ascent
Friday Photos

Three Hotels Begin Their Ascent

Holiday Inn Express, Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton will occupy N. Jefferson St. complex.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘Black Licorice’ a Milwaukee-Made Thriller
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘Black Licorice’ a Milwaukee-Made Thriller

Hollywood stars headline this locally-made movie.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Revised Design for New East Side Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Revised Design for New East Side Homes

Gokhman changes designs for proposed homes in North Point Historic District.

Barrett, Moore to Lead Growing DNC Team

Barrett, Moore to Lead Growing DNC Team

19 honorary chairs round out Milwaukee 2020 leadership.

Eyes on Milwaukee: DC Group Could Redevelop City Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

DC Group Could Redevelop City Homes

Non-profit backed by for-profit investors aims to rehab city-owned, foreclosed homes.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘The Apollo’ Closes Festival
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘The Apollo’ Closes Festival

Documentary on historic theater, long a hub of black entertainment, is closing night film.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Four-Story, Downtown Mural
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Four-Story, Downtown Mural

Artist Mauricio Ramirez paints "Heart & Sol," his biggest work yet.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Peggy Williams-Smith Will Lead VISIT Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Peggy Williams-Smith Will Lead VISIT Milwaukee

Marcus Corp. VP is first woman CEO of Milwaukee convention & visitors bureau.

City Hall: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Now A Holiday
City Hall

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Now A Holiday

Mayor signs legislation into law making it a holiday for city of Milwaukee.

Transportation: City Will Rebuild E. Wells St.
Transportation

City Will Rebuild E. Wells St.

Will study narrowing roadway, expanding sidewalks on Wells from Broadway to Prospect.

Transportation: Committee Approves City BRT Agreement
Transportation

Committee Approves City BRT Agreement

City DPW would be reimbursed by Milwaukee County for design and infrastructure costs.

Milwaukee Film Festival: My Favorite Films. So Far
Milwaukee Film Festival

My Favorite Films. So Far

Ranking the best -- and absolute worst -- of 12 films we've seen to date.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Moves to Close Slumlord Loophole
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Moves to Close Slumlord Loophole

Low-price city homes for "owner occupants" who turn them into rental properties creates call for reform.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘My First and Last Film’
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘My First and Last Film’

A personal story on the affects of aging by Milwaukeean Tracey Thomas.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘Plucked’ Is a Local Crime Thriller
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘Plucked’ Is a Local Crime Thriller

The inside story of how Frank Almond's Stradivarius violin was stolen and recovered.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Blasts Council On Strauss Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Blasts Council On Strauss Deal

They let "malarkey" of disinformation campaign kill meat processing plant deal, he charges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Admiral’s Wharf Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Admiral’s Wharf Project

11-story, 133-unit apartment building planned for S. Water St. along Milwaukee River.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Strauss Deal is Dead
Eyes on Milwaukee

Strauss Deal is Dead

Company pulls plug on $60 million Century City deal after area alderman decides he opposes it.

Evers Calls Special Session on Guns

Evers Calls Special Session on Guns

Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.

Plats and Parcels: New Apartments Near Streetcar Line
Plats and Parcels

New Apartments Near Streetcar Line

Plus: Where does the Strauss deal stand? State office building moving forward.

Friday Photos: Signage Goes Up On BMO Tower
Friday Photos

Signage Goes Up On BMO Tower

BMO scheduled to move employees into the building in January.

Milwaukee Film Festival: What’s Jeramey Watching?
Milwaukee Film Festival

What’s Jeramey Watching?

Charting a course to see 28 films at the 15 day festival.

Eyes on Milwaukee: RACM Approves Land Use for Meat Processing Plant
Eyes on Milwaukee

RACM Approves Land Use for Meat Processing Plant

While council stalled financing package, RACM okays land use change affecting Strauss Brands.

Eyes on Milwaukee: RACM Approves Deal for Schuster’s
Eyes on Milwaukee

RACM Approves Deal for Schuster’s

City TIF payment, up to $15 million, to help finance project to redevelop old department store.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Huron Building Design Tweaked Yet Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Huron Building Design Tweaked Yet Again

Change done to harmonize building with adjacent Mackie Building. HPC members approve.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Show Times Two
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Show Times Two

The best of Milwaukee's filmmakers: one night for all and one of "filth" not suitable for kids.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hydration Clinic Coming to Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hydration Clinic Coming to Third Ward

Brookfield's H2O Health Hydration Oasis opening a second location on Jefferson St.

City Hall: City Voters Will Get Gerrymandering Referendum
City Hall

City Voters Will Get Gerrymandering Referendum

Common Council adds question on nonpartisan legislative districts to the April ballot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown BID Touts Successes, Awards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown BID Touts Successes, Awards

Downtown growing, group adds homeless outreach coordinator, charts plan for 2020.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Properties in Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Properties in Harambee

On Thursday, city will show off three commercial buildings for sale for redevelopment.

City Hall: Anonymous Crime Reporting Service Launches
City Hall

Anonymous Crime Reporting Service Launches

"Crime doesn't pay, but Crime Stoppers does," says Alderwoman Chantia Lewis.

City Hall: Council Debates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
City Hall

Council Debates Indigenous Peoples’ Day

"Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be forced to defend the Catholic Church," Donovan thundered.

Dining: New “White House” Could Open Soon
Dining

New “White House” Could Open Soon

Couple planning European inspired restaurant in long-time Bay View tavern.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Strauss Plant Sent Back to Committee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Strauss Plant Sent Back to Committee

Opponents of meat processing plant will have chance to object at second public hearing.

DNC Team Pitches Civic Leaders

DNC Team Pitches Civic Leaders

Host committee needs volunteers and venues, wants double the volunteers of 2016 convention.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Group Opposes Meatpacking “Slaughterhouse”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Group Opposes Meatpacking “Slaughterhouse”

Strauss Brands deal still expected to be approved. Could bring 500 jobs to Century City.

Transportation: Which Sign Do You Prefer?
Transportation

Which Sign Do You Prefer?

City, county want public input on signs for bicycle trails and city bicycle network.

Dining: Puerto Rican Cafe Opens in Walker Square
Dining

Puerto Rican Cafe Opens in Walker Square

Johanna's Cakes & Desserts Cafe offers sweet treats, custom cakes and sandwiches.

Plats and Parcels: NBA Player Plans Downtown Apartments
Plats and Parcels

NBA Player Plans Downtown Apartments

Big week in real estate with Couture taxes, Strauss, Marchese, Airbnb, Scott Lurie and more making headlines.

Transportation: Streetcar Ridership Drops with Temperature
Transportation

Streetcar Ridership Drops with Temperature

Doors Open Milwaukee boosted ridership, but overall Sunday traffic continues to sag.

Friday Photos: The Huron Rises
Friday Photos

The Huron Rises

New office building will be home to Husch Blackwell law firm.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Airbnb Says Milwaukee is Fastest Growing Destination
Eyes on Milwaukee

Airbnb Says Milwaukee is Fastest Growing Destination

You can stay in the Boat House, an East Side mansion or a Riverwest living room via the popular service.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 59 Winning Businesses in Brew City Match
Eyes on Milwaukee

59 Winning Businesses in Brew City Match

92 percent are run by entrepreneurs of color, 80 percent owned by women.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lurie Buys Milwaukee Street Blackhole
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lurie Buys Milwaukee Street Blackhole

Long-vacant, one-story building was originally three stories. Now will find new life.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pattee Considering Options for Mitchell Street Property
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pattee Considering Options for Mitchell Street Property

Developer acquired two buildings near 8th and Historic Mitchell streets

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation Created 128,500 Jobs in 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation Created 128,500 Jobs in 2018

Study of federal tax incentive program finds $7.4 billion added to economy.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Healthy Meat Market Coming to N. 22nd St.
Eyes on Milwaukee

Healthy Meat Market Coming to N. 22nd St.

Carl Wesley will transform vacant building with Fresh 2 Fork concept.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The State of TIF in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

The State of TIF in Milwaukee

City has $1.8 billion in incremental value in TIF districts, but do they raise taxes?

Milwaukee Film Festival: Red, White and Wasted
Milwaukee Film Festival

Red, White and Wasted

The first in our annual series of previews. Have you ever been "mudding"?

Eyes on Milwaukee: V. Marchese Acquiring More Land for Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

V. Marchese Acquiring More Land for Expansion

Company buying former railroad spur for 50,000-square-foot expansion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Deconstruction Program Expected to Restart Next Week
Eyes on Milwaukee

Deconstruction Program Expected to Restart Next Week

Contractor will start after months of delays.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves $60 Million Century City Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves $60 Million Century City Deal

City would give the Strauss Brands up to $4.5 million if it creates 500 jobs.

City Hall: State Republican Lawmakers Oppose Barrett’s Budget
City Hall

State Republican Lawmakers Oppose Barrett’s Budget

Seven Republicans take aim at proposal to reduce police staffing, but don't mention sales tax request.

City Hall: Zielinski for Mayor Bus Ads Debut
City Hall

Zielinski for Mayor Bus Ads Debut

21 MCTS buses now highlight Tony Zielinski's campaign for mayor.

Transportation: Hawley Road’s Diet
Transportation

Hawley Road’s Diet

New protected bike lane, traffic calming accomplished with paint and plastic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Civic Accelerator Returning
Eyes on Milwaukee

Civic Accelerator Returning

Co:Lab pairs young professionals with business improvement districts to address problems.

Plats and Parcels: Tent City Being Evicted
Plats and Parcels

Tent City Being Evicted

Plus: A packed week of real estate news, including the Schuster's project moving forward.

Friday Photos: Saint John’s New Bookend
Friday Photos

Saint John’s New Bookend

Senior housing tower now visible from much of Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Contributing Up To $15 Million to Schuster’s Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Contributing Up To $15 Million to Schuster’s Project

Financing will support $84 million project for Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Medical College of Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Most Expensive Milwaukee Zip Codes for Renters
Eyes on Milwaukee

Most Expensive Milwaukee Zip Codes for Renters

National report shows where your dollar goes the furthest.

City Hall: Bucks, Fire Department Have Cost Sharing Agreement
City Hall

Bucks, Fire Department Have Cost Sharing Agreement

Deputy Chief praises Bucks' commitment to safety.

City Hall: Should Smoking Be Banned in Front of Public Buildings?
City Hall

Should Smoking Be Banned in Front of Public Buildings?

Murphy and Donovan square off over smoking in front of City Hall.

City Hall: Your Boat Is Too Loud
City Hall

Your Boat Is Too Loud

Bauman moves to close loophole in city's noise ordinance.

City Hall: Is The City Ready to Plow Snow?
City Hall

Is The City Ready to Plow Snow?

City has 28,405 tons of salt and 414 pieces of equipment ready to clear 1,472 miles of city streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $75,000 Donated to Maintain City Hall Sculpture
Eyes on Milwaukee

$75,000 Donated to Maintain City Hall Sculpture

Anonymous donor chips in $75,000 to support "Mixed Feelings."

Transportation: Couture Streetcar Extension Decision Pushed to June 2020
Transportation

Couture Streetcar Extension Decision Pushed to June 2020

"We look like complete fools," says Bauman as Marcoux expresses confidence in project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Douglas Dynamics Expanding, Buying Car Dealership
Eyes on Milwaukee

Douglas Dynamics Expanding, Buying Car Dealership

Company will add up to 50 jobs to manufacturing facility on N. 76th St.

City Hall: Feds Award $5.6 Million for Lead Abatement
City Hall

Feds Award $5.6 Million for Lead Abatement

42-month grant can be used for paint and soil abatement in affected homes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Assembling Land for Ikon Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Assembling Land for Ikon Hotel

Kalan Haywood confirms hotel won't be open by DNC.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 48 Tiny Homes for Veterans
Eyes on Milwaukee

48 Tiny Homes for Veterans

Zoning package for northwest side development gets first approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Holds Carleton School Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Holds Carleton School Redevelopment

Former MPS school proposed to become 62 units of housing.

Best Of Doors Open: Milwaukee’s Secret Model Railroad Club
Best Of Doors Open

Milwaukee’s Secret Model Railroad Club

Historic club has been hidden in a former train station under an active rail line for 84 years.

Plats and Parcels: A 50-Story Lakefront Tower?
Plats and Parcels

A 50-Story Lakefront Tower?

Colliers dreams up 50-story tower to show what's possible for Clybourn St. site.

Friday Photos: The East Sider Awaits
Friday Photos

The East Sider Awaits

New apartment building near UWM is nearly finished.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Airbnb Startup Leasing Units in Buckler Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Airbnb Startup Leasing Units in Buckler Apartments

Four-room "hotel" to be carved out of 207-unit apartment building, part of a growing trend.

Members Only: 20 Percent Off Milwaukee Gifts During Doors Open
Members Only

20 Percent Off Milwaukee Gifts During Doors Open

Milwaukee gift shop open all day Saturday with big discount for Urban Milwaukee members.

City Beat: Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic
City Beat

Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic

Supervisor Dimitrijevic discusses her bid for Common Council seat, vision for the city.

Transportation: Bauman Wants 1.5 Percent Sales Tax
Transportation

Bauman Wants 1.5 Percent Sales Tax

Additional funding would be dedicated to transit service, end what the alderman calls a "death spiral"

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bader Redeveloping Second Harambee Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bader Redeveloping Second Harambee Building

Cafe and wellness center will join Bader at north end of King Drive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Koeffler Mansion Sold, Hotel Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

Koeffler Mansion Sold, Hotel Coming

Development group buys downtown double mansion, plans 18-room hotel by DNC.

Transportation: Do You Love or Hate the Scooters?
Transportation

Do You Love or Hate the Scooters?

City launches survey in advance of pilot study ending in December.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11 Must-See Doors Open Sites
Eyes on Milwaukee

11 Must-See Doors Open Sites

Don't miss these must see sites for Doors Open veterans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Ikon Hotel Deal Despite Objections
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Ikon Hotel Deal Despite Objections

Plus: Council unanimously endorses host of other development projects.

City Hall: Mayor’s Budget Cuts Cops and Property Tax Rate
City Hall

Mayor’s Budget Cuts Cops and Property Tax Rate

City squeezed by rising pension costs, declining state aid. Police cuts through retirements proposed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: African American Affairs Office Planned for W. Fond du Lac Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

African American Affairs Office Planned for W. Fond du Lac Ave.

City will set up clearinghouse for city, community resources at 48th and Fond du Lac.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Preparing Interior Demo of Northridge Boston Store
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Preparing Interior Demo of Northridge Boston Store

City hopes to redevelop site, still pursuing demolition of China-owned mall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brady Street Building Being Rehabbed, Expanded
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brady Street Building Being Rehabbed, Expanded

Former home of Waterford Wine could become retail store, cafe or restaurant.

Plats and Parcels: Michels Has Hotel Partner for $100 Million Development
Plats and Parcels

Michels Has Hotel Partner for $100 Million Development

Plus: Work underway on effort to save Soldiers' Home.

Friday Photos: Historic Apartments at 5th and National
Friday Photos

Historic Apartments at 5th and National

Condemned building being reborn as 12-unit apartment building in Walker's Point.

Photo Gallery: PARK(ing) Day 2019
Photo Gallery

PARK(ing) Day 2019

Downtown businesses show how parking spaces can be used for more than just cars.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Goldmann’s Campaign Canceled, Sign Headed to Cincinnati
Eyes on Milwaukee

Goldmann’s Campaign Canceled, Sign Headed to Cincinnati

Historic neon sign won't return to Mitchell Street, instead slated to go to sign museum.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $44 Million Soldiers Home Project Launched
Eyes on Milwaukee

$44 Million Soldiers Home Project Launched

Huge group of politicians, dignitaries, salute project to redevelop Civil War-era VA complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: UniteMKE Plans Restaurant, HQ on North Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

UniteMKE Plans Restaurant, HQ on North Ave.

Wood Fire Pizza and Wine would have job training and social mission.

MKE Film: Announcing the Milwaukee-Made Films
MKE Film

Announcing the Milwaukee-Made Films

'Give Me Liberty' headlines strong list of films slated for Milwaukee Film Festival.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Strauss Would Bring 250 Jobs to City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Strauss Would Bring 250 Jobs to City

Deal with meat supplier to relocate in Century City gets thumbs up from RACM board.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New East Side Homes Stalled Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

New East Side Homes Stalled Again

Developer might redo designs from scratch due to historic commission's long list of objections.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Would Redevelop Johnson’s Park Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Would Redevelop Johnson’s Park Site

Developer Brandon Rule plans affordable housing and some "entertainment" at former mini-golf park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cristo Rey Breaks Ground on New School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cristo Rey Breaks Ground on New School

Voucher high school will move from suburban West Milwaukee to Clarke Square.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tiny Homes Land Sale Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tiny Homes Land Sale Approved

City committee okays sale of 7 acres for veterans' housing; zoning change still needed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zoning for Master Lock Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zoning for Master Lock Approved

Will expand security perimeter; Bauman charges company "scared of the neighborhood."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zillman Park Deal Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zillman Park Deal Approved

Committee approves $500,000 for Bay View park after debating its TIF financing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays $5 Million More for Ikon Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays $5 Million More for Ikon Hotel

But only after a debate as to whether a project in the city's black community is "risky."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves Taller Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves Taller Timber Tower

Council committee approves more apartments, parking for Ascent apartment tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 12 New Pop-Up MKE Shops Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

12 New Pop-Up MKE Shops Coming

Eager entrepreneurs will bring new business activity to three of city's commercial corridors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Campaign Aims to Save Goldmann’s Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Campaign Aims to Save Goldmann’s Sign

Group's crowdfunding campaign seeks $20,000 to restore and display the sign.

Plats and Parcels: Wangard Plans “Eagleknit” in Walker’s Point
Plats and Parcels

Wangard Plans “Eagleknit” in Walker’s Point

Plus: Action-packed week of real estate includes new apartments, downtown HQ and more pizza.

Friday Photos: Rexnord Will Occupy Downtown Buildings
Friday Photos

Rexnord Will Occupy Downtown Buildings

Buildings on W. Michigan St. being renovated for company's new headquarters.

Transportation: Car Free, South Side Streets on Saturday
Transportation

Car Free, South Side Streets on Saturday

Ciclovia MKE returns. Mix and mingle, walk or go for a bike ride on September 14th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Opens Diercks Hall, Boots Up “Rosie”
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Opens Diercks Hall, Boots Up “Rosie”

New computer science hall will keep MSOE at cutting edge of education and tech.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Master Lock Plan Closes City Streets
Eyes on Milwaukee

Master Lock Plan Closes City Streets

Company seeks city approval to close portions of two streets on its Center St. campus.

City Hall: Ashanti Hamilton Ends Mayoral Bid
City Hall

Ashanti Hamilton Ends Mayoral Bid

Common Council president will run for reelection to his council seat.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why Talgo Stays in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why Talgo Stays in Milwaukee

Company's customers are on the West Coast, so why expand its Milwaukee facility?

Transportation: The Hop Records 80,113 Rides in August
Transportation

The Hop Records 80,113 Rides in August

Third best month on record, but down from July high.

Transportation: City Struggles on Couture Streetcar Extension
Transportation

City Struggles on Couture Streetcar Extension

As project drags, officials to meet with Federal Transit Administration to discuss options.

City Hall: Should City Pay a Tire Bounty?
City Hall

Should City Pay a Tire Bounty?

Aldermen advocate for city to pay "scrappers" to collect discarded tires. DPW staff resist.

City Hall: Should Milwaukee Ban Plastic Straws?
City Hall

Should Milwaukee Ban Plastic Straws?

Some alderman seem in favor. It's one of the few single-use plastics the city could ban.

City Hall: City Recycled More in 2018
City Hall

City Recycled More in 2018

Residents recycled 25,451 tons in 2018, but don't throw plastic bags in the bins.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Ways to Make to City Magic Happen
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Ways to Make to City Magic Happen

Congress for New Urbansim head Lynn Richards touts urban strategies in Rotary speech.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brady Street Restaurant On Hold
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brady Street Restaurant On Hold

Historic Preservation Commission pushes developer to return to original design plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Taller Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Taller Timber Tower

Tallest timber tower in Western Hemisphere would now be almost 247 feet high.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Joseph Plans 6-Story Walker’s Point Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Joseph Plans 6-Story Walker’s Point Building

City vacating turn lane to expand development site at 1st and Pittsburgh.

City Hall: Tax Hike Would Give City $50 Million Per Year
City Hall

Tax Hike Would Give City $50 Million Per Year

Barrett says proposed 1% sales tax hike would fund police, fire, streets, property tax relief.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Celebrates BID-NID Week
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Celebrates BID-NID Week

America's first such event. Spotlight on city's many neighborhood and business districts.

Plats and Parcels: Ballet Opens New Dance Center
Plats and Parcels

Ballet Opens New Dance Center

Plus: Mandel Group announces $150 million development, Strauss Brands coming to Century City

Transportation: Lime Unveils ‘Group Ride’ Scooters
Transportation

Lime Unveils ‘Group Ride’ Scooters

To provide "more joy," Lime now allows a single user to unlock multiple scooters.

Friday Photos: Maxwell Lofts ‘Reborn’ in Walker’s Point
Friday Photos

Maxwell Lofts ‘Reborn’ in Walker’s Point

High-end living, 116 apartments, in former Pittsburgh Plate Glass warehouse.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mandel Plans Huge Project in Harbor District
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mandel Plans Huge Project in Harbor District

$150 million Harbor Yards would have hotel, office building, apartments and market square.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Townhomes for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Townhomes for East Side

First-time developer building on vacant lot on N. Newhall St. near North Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “Mystery Company” Is Strauss Brands
Eyes on Milwaukee

“Mystery Company” Is Strauss Brands

Franklin meat supplier bringing 250 jobs to Century City. Big win for neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Newspaper Row Buildings Getting Fixup
Eyes on Milwaukee

Newspaper Row Buildings Getting Fixup

Cream City brick buildings from 1879 and 1884 get new paint job, other repairs.

City Hall: Hamilton Could Still Run for Mayor
City Hall

Hamilton Could Still Run for Mayor

Common Council president once again promises an announcement "pretty soon."

City Hall: Council Okays Settlement to Sterling Brown
City Hall

Council Okays Settlement to Sterling Brown

City would pay $400,000. But the Bucks guard isn't expected to accept the offer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mystery Company Bringing 250 Jobs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mystery Company Bringing 250 Jobs

And even better, in Century City, as part of city's effort to redevelop Tower Automotive site.

City Hall: Lena Taylor Announces Run for Mayor
City Hall

Lena Taylor Announces Run for Mayor

"We need leadership and an office that is not corrupt," she declares.

Plats and Parcels: New Plans for Walker’s Point Site
Plats and Parcels

New Plans for Walker’s Point Site

Plus: Former Central Steel & Wire building being expanded, senior housing for South Side.

Friday Photos: KinetiK Climbs on KK
Friday Photos

KinetiK Climbs on KK

New apartment building will anchor north end of Bay View.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sushi Demolition Underway in Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sushi Demolition Underway in Bay View

Sushi Yuki restaurant will open in new building on Kinnickinnic Ave.

City Beat: MilWALKee Walks
City Beat

MilWALKee Walks

How can we create a pedestrian-friendly culture in Milwaukee?

City Hall: Rep. Jason Fields Will Run for Comptroller
City Hall

Rep. Jason Fields Will Run for Comptroller

Fields joins Aycha Sawa and Alex Brower in race to replace retiring Martin Matson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Campaign Will Fund South Side Futsal Courts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Campaign Will Fund South Side Futsal Courts

No neighborhood has more kids. LBWN raising final $25,000 to complete soccer project.

Transportation: Lime Debuts New Scooter
Transportation

Lime Debuts New Scooter

New scooter designed to provide safer, smoother rides, says company.

City Hall: Group Wants Lena Taylor for Mayor
City Hall

Group Wants Lena Taylor for Mayor

Mysterious group holding mayoral fundraiser for her. But Taylor wants nothing to do with it.

City Hall: Did City Gift $128,000 To Slumlord?
City Hall

Did City Gift $128,000 To Slumlord?

"This is borderline theft," says Alderman Robert Bauman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Mall Lawsuit Filed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Mall Lawsuit Filed

Battle over future of vacant mall headed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Key Walker’s Point Parcel For Sale
Eyes on Milwaukee

Key Walker’s Point Parcel For Sale

Site at 1st and National, longtime home of Select Sound, in booming area of development.

Plats and Parcels: The Couture Getting New Signage
Plats and Parcels

The Couture Getting New Signage

Plus: Walker's Point brewery may become climbing gym, funding for Soldiers Home project.

Urban Ideas: Will Factory-Made Affordable Housing Succeed?
Urban Ideas

Will Factory-Made Affordable Housing Succeed?

A Chicago company could lead the way in constructing affordable apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Is State’s 4th Easiest Place to Sell a Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Is State’s 4th Easiest Place to Sell a Home

But challenges with neighborhood stability cause city's ranking to drop.

Friday Photos: Drury Hotel Opens Next Month
Friday Photos

Drury Hotel Opens Next Month

Nearly vacant office building will re-open as hotel on busy downtown intersection.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Neighbors Mull Bay View Park Redesign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Neighbors Mull Bay View Park Redesign

City solicits input on $500,000 proposal to overhaul Zillman Park.

City Beat: Greater Milwaukee Foundation
City Beat

Greater Milwaukee Foundation

What exactly does the Greater Milwaukee Foundation do? And what's On The Table?

Transportation: The Man Who Biked to Every Bublr Station
Transportation

The Man Who Biked to Every Bublr Station

87 local stations in four different cities, one dauntless rider biked to every one of them.

Eyes on Milwaukee: What’s the Future of Zillman Park?
Eyes on Milwaukee

What’s the Future of Zillman Park?

Bay View park's future could be shaped by public at August 21st community meeting.

Plats and Parcels: Timber Tower Grows Taller
Plats and Parcels

Timber Tower Grows Taller

Plus: Convention center expansion advances, MSO moves 631-ton wall, Brewers invest in The Avenue

Friday Photos: Behold the InterLace Lofts
Friday Photos

Behold the InterLace Lofts

Third Ward's newest renovated apartment building is actually 94 years old, once housed Paintball Dave's.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Library Still Plans Two New Branches
Eyes on Milwaukee

Library Still Plans Two New Branches

Two more projects, to replace Capitol and MLK libraries, have hit delays, but still coming.

City Hall: Barrett Kicks Off 2020 Budget Process
City Hall

Barrett Kicks Off 2020 Budget Process

Numbers are daunting. City between a rock and a hard place when it comes to finances.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Good Hope Library
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Good Hope Library

New library will open in November. See the progress in construction.

Transportation: Who Has the Cheapest Scooter?
Transportation

Who Has the Cheapest Scooter?

Bird, Lime and Spin versus MCTS and Bublr Bikes. Which is the best deal?

City Hall: Spiker Wins Seat on Common Council
City Hall

Spiker Wins Seat on Common Council

Legislative aide Scott Spiker will replace his former boss Terry Witkowski.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony Moves a 625-Ton Wall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Symphony Moves a 625-Ton Wall

MSO, contractors move huge wall as part of $89 million transformation of historic theater.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Potawatomi’s Expanded Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Potawatomi’s Expanded Hotel

New 19-story tower includes the 1,600-square-foot Chairman's Suite for a real high roller.

Vote Tuesday: 13th District Common Council Race
Vote Tuesday

13th District Common Council Race

It's Spiker vs Doherty for a seat on the Milwaukee Common Council.

Plats and Parcels: Will WTMJ Move to The Avenue?
Plats and Parcels

Will WTMJ Move to The Avenue?

Good Karma Brands might consolidate its radio stations in the former Grand Avenue Mall.

Transportation: City Will Double Number of Permitted Scooters, Ends “Pause”
Transportation

City Will Double Number of Permitted Scooters, Ends “Pause”

Bird, Spin will be allowed to enter Milwaukee market.

Transportation: July Was The Hop’s Best Month Yet
Transportation

July Was The Hop’s Best Month Yet

Events along the route, led by Bastille Days, boost ridership numbers to over 3,300 daily rides.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony Prepares for Tuesday’s Wall Move
Eyes on Milwaukee

Symphony Prepares for Tuesday’s Wall Move

625-ton wall will be moved 35 feet to facilitate $89 million music hall project.

Friday Photos: Urban Stables Take Shape
Friday Photos

Urban Stables Take Shape

Project combines police horses with equine therapy for veterans and children.

Transportation: James Davies Will Lead Bublr Bikes
Transportation

James Davies Will Lead Bublr Bikes

Cycling attorney James Davies succeeds fundraising veteran Sally Sheperdson.

Transportation: Over 1,000 Cruise Ship Passengers Have Visited Milwaukee in 2019
Transportation

Over 1,000 Cruise Ship Passengers Have Visited Milwaukee in 2019

Milwaukee is no Miami, but cruise ship strategy drawing increased hotel stays, flights.

City Hall: Milwaukee Losing As Summerfest Safety Costs Grow Quickly
City Hall

Milwaukee Losing As Summerfest Safety Costs Grow Quickly

Long-term lease agreement means the city has eaten $4 million in costs since 2011.

Moon to Rise Over Third Ward

Moon to Rise Over Third Ward

Large public art installation will transform Catalano Square this weekend.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Turner Hall Gets New Signs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Turner Hall Gets New Signs

Milwaukee landmark now sporting three new signs with historic appeal.

Transportation: America’s Best Internship
Transportation

America’s Best Internship

Rail Passengers Association offers a dream summer of train riding and dining.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vandal Places White Supremacy Stickers in Downtown Pedestrian Tunnel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vandal Places White Supremacy Stickers in Downtown Pedestrian Tunnel

High-rise construction site unwittingly becomes advertisement for white power.

Photo Gallery: Sampling The New Foods at the State Fair
Photo Gallery

Sampling The New Foods at the State Fair

You have until August 11th to chow down on these items, some of which, of course, come on a stick.

Transportation: City Blocking New Scooters, 100+ Complaints About Bad Riders
Transportation

City Blocking New Scooters, 100+ Complaints About Bad Riders

City pushing pause on scooter pilot program to push for less sidewalk riding.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Soil Testing for 32-Story Tower Underway
Eyes on Milwaukee

Soil Testing for 32-Story Tower Underway

Soil conditions will help determine cost of foundation for Convent Hill tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Project Creates Tiny Homes for Veterans
Eyes on Milwaukee

Project Creates Tiny Homes for Veterans

$2 million project would build 48 tiny homes on a seven-acre site on Northwest Side.

Transportation: Bridge Bike Lanes Get Concrete Barriers
Transportation

Bridge Bike Lanes Get Concrete Barriers

Barriers that will damage cars added for bike lanes on North Ave. and Locust St. bridges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Blue Skies Expanding on North Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Blue Skies Expanding on North Avenue

Landscaping company started by Walnut Way buying three properties at 19th and North.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays $2.45 Million for Western Building’s Move
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays $2.45 Million for Western Building’s Move

Millwork distributor will relocate from suburb, bring 200 jobs to city's far northwest side.

City Hall: Aldrete Will Lead Police-Fire Commission
City Hall

Aldrete Will Lead Police-Fire Commission

Attorney, third FPC leader in three years, brings diverse background to challenging job.

City Hall: Will He or Won’t He Run for Mayor?
City Hall

Will He or Won’t He Run for Mayor?

Council president Ashanti Hamilton promises his decision by next week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Symphony, Broadway Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Symphony, Broadway Projects

City to spend $6.9 million more on rebuilding streets and helping move theater wall.

City Hall: Council Pushes Plan for $15/Hour Downtown Jobs
City Hall

Council Pushes Plan for $15/Hour Downtown Jobs

Would urge downtown businesses, developers to increase wages, worker protections.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Destroying Its Beer Can Dorm
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marquette Destroying Its Beer Can Dorm

University demolishing 52-year-old McCormick Hall on 16th and Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Park, Harbor View Plaza Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Park, Harbor View Plaza Opens

Meet the kid-friendly, $1.5 million park overlooking harbor at east end of Greenfield Avenue.

City Hall: Outside Firm Auditing City’s Lead Program
City Hall

Outside Firm Auditing City’s Lead Program

Expert hired by Comptroller doing audit council originally wanted done by May 2018.

Plats and Parcels: The Couture Changes Financing Plan
Plats and Parcels

The Couture Changes Financing Plan

Developer misses funding deadline, plans to apply again. Baird & Co. now working on the deal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Underway on Louis Bass Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Underway on Louis Bass Apartments

Apartment complex will merge old with new in Walker's Point.

Friday Photos: The Yards Building Takes Shape
Friday Photos

The Yards Building Takes Shape

Second Walker's Point project from Linden Street Partners.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Journal Sentinel Making Historic Move
Eyes on Milwaukee

Journal Sentinel Making Historic Move

Newspaper selling its home of 95 years, moving to leased space in 330 Kilbourn complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Athletic Club’s General Contractor Fired
Eyes on Milwaukee

Athletic Club’s General Contractor Fired

Developers dump Chicago firm leading Milwaukee Athletic Club redevelopment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Komatsu Has New Renderings of Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Komatsu Has New Renderings of Project

The latest look at what's billed as America's largest urban manufacturing project.

Transportation: About Those Missing Streetcar Bike Lanes
Transportation

About Those Missing Streetcar Bike Lanes

Promised lanes not there: north-south lanes removed and east-west route often blocked.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Cleanup Of Solvay Coke Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Cleanup Of Solvay Coke Site

We Energies is leading $15.9 million cleanup. No tour of site allowed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays 200-Job Western Building Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays 200-Job Western Building Deal

Alderwoman accuses neighbors of lying and attempting to manipulate process.

Transportation: No Streetcar Expansion in Time for DNC
Transportation

No Streetcar Expansion in Time for DNC

Proposal held again. Marcoux, Hamilton fight over future of streetcar.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Sherman Park Success Story
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Sherman Park Success Story

Developers rehab 104 city-owned homes in three years in the area.

Transportation: The Scooters Are Here!
Transportation

The Scooters Are Here!

Lime begins deploying 500 scooters on Milwaukee streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays $3 Million for Symphony
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays $3 Million for Symphony

City will help MSO move old theater's wall and rebuild street for new music hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Acquiring Last Tower Automotive Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Acquiring Last Tower Automotive Site

Will pay $250,000 for 13.72-acre vacant lot at N. 35th St. and W. Capitol Dr.

Photo Gallery: Garfield Days Shine Despite Rain
Photo Gallery

Garfield Days Shine Despite Rain

Annual Garfield festival features music, a laid-back atmosphere and lots of barbecue.

Transportation: Lime Demos Scooters In Advance of Launch
Transportation

Lime Demos Scooters In Advance of Launch

Milwaukee rollout "could be today" or "next couple of days... It's imminent," says Lime rep.

City Hall: Take It EZ, Donovan Urges
City Hall

Take It EZ, Donovan Urges

New public-private initiative targets reckless driving in the city.

Plats and Parcels: Bucks Vetting Bids For New Hotels
Plats and Parcels

Bucks Vetting Bids For New Hotels

Plus: Foxconn plans another building and Northridge battle cleared for court challenge

Eyes on Milwaukee: Four-Story Mural Unveiled in Westown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Four-Story Mural Unveiled in Westown

Emma Daisy Gertel unveils Westown in Bloom mural

Transportation: Three Scooter Companies Apply to Operate in Milwaukee
Transportation

Three Scooter Companies Apply to Operate in Milwaukee

Lime, Bird and Spin could all have scooters on city streets in the coming weeks.

Friday Photos: Clarke Square Rises
Friday Photos

Clarke Square Rises

Two new apartment buildings will bookend park.

City Beat: Milwaukee Jazz with Joey Grihalva
City Beat

Milwaukee Jazz with Joey Grihalva

New book is a visual history of Milwaukee's jazz scene.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates SEVEN04 Place, Developer Brandon Rule
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates SEVEN04 Place, Developer Brandon Rule

First development from young, African-American developer brings new, affordable housing to Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Revitalizes Pompeii Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Revitalizes Pompeii Square

City allocating $100,000 to revamp memorial to historic Italian church.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Connects Third Ward, Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Connects Third Ward, Downtown

RACM board approves $3.8 million to connect two neighborhoods via Broadway.

City Hall: Aldermen Blast City’s Call Center
City Hall

Aldermen Blast City’s Call Center

Should you call 286-City to report a pothole? Don't bother, some aldermen say.

Transportation: No Two-Way State Street Until 2020
Transportation

No Two-Way State Street Until 2020

City will repave and transform street in time for the DNC.

Transportation: Committee Okays City Pedestrian Plan
Transportation

Committee Okays City Pedestrian Plan

98 pages with 100 actions suggested. But will any of it be funded?

City Hall: 1,893 Lead Service Lines Replaced
City Hall

1,893 Lead Service Lines Replaced

But 75,403 remain. City still on 70-year pace to solve century-old problem.

City Hall: Five Takeaways from Yesterday’s Election
City Hall

Five Takeaways from Yesterday’s Election

The race for Terry Witkowski's seat had surprises -- and key lessons.

Eyes on Milwaukee: South Wing of Humboldt Gardens Razed
Eyes on Milwaukee

South Wing of Humboldt Gardens Razed

City destroys wing of old Riverwest tavern on Humboldt where redevelopment planned.

Transportation: Streetcar Records Best Ridership Day
Transportation

Streetcar Records Best Ridership Day

Bastille Days and Summerfest boost ridership to new high.

Urban Ideas: Should Bus Riders Skip Airport Security Line?
Urban Ideas

Should Bus Riders Skip Airport Security Line?

They do at Boston's airport. Why not at Milwaukee's?

Vote Tuesday: 13th District Common Council Race
Vote Tuesday

13th District Common Council Race

Seven candidates vying for seat long held by recently retired Terry Witkowski.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Approves Komatsu Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Approves Komatsu Design

60-acre, $285 million campus gets approved after City Plan commissioners push for better pedestrian design.

Plats and Parcels: A Grand Update on The Avenue
Plats and Parcels

A Grand Update on The Avenue

Plus: downtown streetscaping improvements and lots of historic preservation news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kinn Hotel Proposal Downsized Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kinn Hotel Proposal Downsized Again

Addition now isn't visible from the street, addressing key concern of Historic Preservation Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups
Eyes on Milwaukee

A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups

State contributes $500,000 match to Northwest Side CDC loan fund targeted at early stage companies.

Friday Photos: Zocalo Food Park Opens Saturday
Friday Photos

Zocalo Food Park Opens Saturday

New food truck park will bring six vendors to Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Genke Plans Another Bay View Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Genke Plans Another Bay View Project

Developer plans to modernize building with former video store on sleepy stretch of KK.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couple Plans Center Street Rehab Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couple Plans Center Street Rehab Project

Will buy building from city near N. 51st St. and restore it to "enhance" the community.

City Hall: Council Protects Tenants Seeking Lead Hazard Remedies
City Hall

Council Protects Tenants Seeking Lead Hazard Remedies

Ordinance prohibits evictions of tenants seeking advice or service for lead hazards.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Komatsu Unveils Harbor District Designs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Komatsu Unveils Harbor District Designs

See what the "largest urban manufacturing proposal in the United States" will look like.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Goldmann’s Sign Returns
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Goldmann’s Sign Returns

Defunct department store's old sign may return to Mitchell Street. But where?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Schlitz Tavern Condo Plan Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Schlitz Tavern Condo Plan Approved

Developers plan to rehab building on Humboldt and North, but still have a financing gap.

Eyes on Milwaukee: HPC Board Puts Modern Homes on Hold
Eyes on Milwaukee

HPC Board Puts Modern Homes on Hold

New homes proposed for East Side historic district don't meet "any of the guidelines."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mansion Hotel Proposal Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mansion Hotel Proposal Approved

Historic Preservation Commission okays conversion of Marshall St. mansion to small hotel.

City Hall: Council Passes New Tow Truck Rules
City Hall

Council Passes New Tow Truck Rules

Private operators must must file forms regarding any "drops". Next could be report cards.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Clear Channel Agrees to Move Billboard
Eyes on Milwaukee

Clear Channel Agrees to Move Billboard

Site overlooking I-43 in Bronzeville with development potential now split by billboard.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves 32-Story Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves 32-Story Tower

Housing Authority sees it as model for how luxury housing can support affordable housing.

Transportation: Scooters Legalized But Not on Sidewalks
Transportation

Scooters Legalized But Not on Sidewalks

City's action means scooters could be back on streets soon, but fined for using sidewalks.

Transportation: Evers Signs Bill Legalizing Scooters
Transportation

Evers Signs Bill Legalizing Scooters

Mayor says scooters could be back on Milwaukee streets in a few weeks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MATC Program Would Redevelop Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

MATC Program Would Redevelop Homes

Would partner with city, JCP Construction and non-profit on job training, blight elimination.

Plats and Parcels: New Life for Old Century City Factory?
Plats and Parcels

New Life for Old Century City Factory?

Plus: Fiserv Forum's design firm wins award and what's next for Watts Tea Shop sign?

Friday Photos: North Shore Bank Building Downtown Branch
Friday Photos

North Shore Bank Building Downtown Branch

Bank will blend new building with historic home.

City Beat: Jonathan Brostoff Finally Cuts His Hair
City Beat

Jonathan Brostoff Finally Cuts His Hair

Legislator discusses his sign language interpreter bill and why he grew his hair for this.

Photo Gallery: Suburbs’ Day in Milwaukee
Photo Gallery

Suburbs’ Day in Milwaukee

Who are all those suburbanites that camp out in the city for the July 3rd fireworks?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Company’s Move to Northwest Side On Hold
Eyes on Milwaukee

Company’s Move to Northwest Side On Hold

Council members want more information from manufacturer, city officials on proposal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: ZND Panel Okays “Condo Canyon” Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

ZND Panel Okays “Condo Canyon” Project

Apartment complex with "fingers" design approved for site near Water Street canyon.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves 32-Story Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves 32-Story Tower

But first, council members give tower its most thorough public vetting to date.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Incubator Kitchen Planned for Sherman Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Incubator Kitchen Planned for Sherman Park

UpStart Kitchen will help food entrepreneurs start or scale their business.

Transportation: City Advancing Riverwest Bike Boulevards
Transportation

City Advancing Riverwest Bike Boulevards

Open house in Riverwest to discuss proposal planned for July 11th.

Plats and Parcels: State Aids Convention Center Expansion
Plats and Parcels

State Aids Convention Center Expansion

Plus: Affordable housing developer buys south side site, Irgens plan to redevelop M&I building

Friday Photos: Saint John’s North Tower Rises
Friday Photos

Saint John’s North Tower Rises

Senior housing community's 22-story tower is now visible from much of the Lower East Side.

City Beat: 13th District Candidate Jacob Krieg
City Beat

13th District Candidate Jacob Krieg

Former Marine discusses his campaign for south side council seat.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Buy an Oriental Theatre Seat!
Eyes on Milwaukee

Buy an Oriental Theatre Seat!

Just $25. History for your home while Milwaukee Film upgrades Oriental Theatre.

City Hall: Tow Trucks Fight City Hall
City Hall

Tow Trucks Fight City Hall

Proposal requires companies to file forms proving car owner wouldn't pay fee to avoid tow away.

City Hall: Board of Health Appointments Sail Through
City Hall

Board of Health Appointments Sail Through

Public Safety & Health Committee approves Barrett's appointments, chastises Barrett for not creating board earlier

Eyes on Milwaukee: Washington Nominated To City Plan Board
Eyes on Milwaukee

Washington Nominated To City Plan Board

Town Bank VP Ranell Washington would replace his former coworker on commission.

Transportation: Free Streetcar Rides Planned for 2020
Transportation

Free Streetcar Rides Planned for 2020

City hopes to maintain free rides to keep up ridership but this could leave funding gap.

Transportation: Is the City Ready for Scooters?
Transportation

Is the City Ready for Scooters?

Council debates pilot program allowing scooters. "We're all scared to death," Borkowski says.

House Confidential: Crew Destroying Abele’s Mansion
House Confidential

Crew Destroying Abele’s Mansion

Historic $2.6 million Eschweiler mansion built by one of city's most esteemed architects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Visions of a Redeveloped M&I Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Visions of a Redeveloped M&I Tower

Irgens unveils renderings of redeveloped 20-story building, long a bank headquarters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: BMO Celebrates Topping Off Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

BMO Celebrates Topping Off Tower

Workers lift signed steel beam to top of 25-story tower. What comes next?

Transportation: Lawmakers Legalize Scooters
Transportation

Lawmakers Legalize Scooters

City poised to update its regulations in response, clearing way for Bird to return.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sas-Pérez Appointed to City Plan Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sas-Pérez Appointed to City Plan Commission

Mayor appoints south side leader to design and zoning oversight board.

City Hall: Barrett Appoints First Board of Health
City Hall

Barrett Appoints First Board of Health

City's first health oversight board is proposed to be filled almost entirely with women.

Transportation: Marcoux Warns Not Acting Could Jeopardize Streetcar Extension
Transportation

Marcoux Warns Not Acting Could Jeopardize Streetcar Extension

DCD officials tell council delaying project approval would cost $8.1 million annually.

Plats and Parcels: BMO Tower Tops Out
Plats and Parcels

BMO Tower Tops Out

Plus: Northridge in property tax foreclosure, Ambassador Hotel expansion stuck, second hostel faces opposition

Friday Photos: The Downtown Wreck Room
Friday Photos

The Downtown Wreck Room

Three hotels will replace vacant buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Selling Walker’s Point Development Site
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Selling Walker’s Point Development Site

Vacant lot on 1st and Lapham available for $59,000.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Want Entertainment? Try North Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Want Entertainment? Try North Avenue

Ax throwing, painting or mini golf, Bars & Recreation has it all with a full bar to boot.

City Hall: City to Study More Recycling Pickups
City Hall

City to Study More Recycling Pickups

Pickups could increase from every three to every two weeks; other changes discussed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Grabs More Design Oversight
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Grabs More Design Oversight

Bauman reaches compromise with Marcoux. Council gets some say on new overlay zones.

Transportation: Will Streetcar be Extended by the DNC?
Transportation

Will Streetcar be Extended by the DNC?

Mayor, aldermen differ on whether rail extension can be completed for national convention.

City Hall: Council Approves Water Rate Increase
City Hall

Council Approves Water Rate Increase

Three council members object to plan that raises annual cost by $7.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Cream City Hostel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Cream City Hostel

A tour of the 52-bed Riverwest hostel that will open just in time for Summerfest.

City Beat: 100 Things To Do in Milwaukee Before You Die
City Beat

100 Things To Do in Milwaukee Before You Die

Author Jenna Kashou discusses her new book.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Food Hall for Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Food Hall for Bay View

New Land will open "Flour and Feed", a food hall bigger than Crossroads Collective.

Plats and Parcels: Boutique Hotel Proposal Revived
Plats and Parcels

Boutique Hotel Proposal Revived

Plus: Walker's Point building changes hand, Riverwest warehouse gets new life

Friday Photos: Meet The East Sider
Friday Photos

Meet The East Sider

Distinctive shape of new apartment building near UWM emerges.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City’s First Hostel Opens June 23rd
Eyes on Milwaukee

City’s First Hostel Opens June 23rd

Cream City Hostel in Riverwest will open its doors to community before guests arrive.

Transportation: Trains Will Roll Faster Through Downtown
Transportation

Trains Will Roll Faster Through Downtown

Signal upgrades are part of effort to expand Amtrak Hiawatha Service

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Quartet Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Quartet Complex

New Land's 48-unit apartment complex yet another Walker's Point development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Saving a Schlitz Tavern
Eyes on Milwaukee

Saving a Schlitz Tavern

Building on Humboldt and North would become condo development, "The Kirchhoff"

Eyes on Milwaukee: Modern Homes for Historic East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Modern Homes for Historic East Side

Gokhman introduces first of three homes planned for N. Terrace Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vliet Street Hotel Approved Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vliet Street Hotel Approved Again

Trademark Collection hotel has a small window to open before DNC 2020.

City Hall: Proposal Would Help Food Trucks
City Hall

Proposal Would Help Food Trucks

Proposed zoning change on commercial kitchens makes business easier for food trucks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Company’s Move to City Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Company’s Move to City Gets First Approval

Western Building Products plans to bring 200 jobs to city's far northwest side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Water St. Apartment Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Water St. Apartment Project

Proposed 76-unit building, clad in terracotta, gets its first approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Convent Hill South Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Convent Hill South Advances

City Plan Commission okays 32-story, $150 million apartment tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Okays Hotel Rezoning
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Okays Hotel Rezoning

135-year-old building near Fiserv Forum could become 50-room Wyndham boutique hotel.

Transportation: 4,000 New Bike Racks For City
Transportation

4,000 New Bike Racks For City

With the help of a federal grant, city officials hope to install 500 new racks annually.

Photo Gallery: 15th Annual Pride Parade
Photo Gallery

15th Annual Pride Parade

Milwaukee's most colorful parade had tons of floats and a one-block-long rainbow flag.

Plats and Parcels: Plans Released for Foxconn’s LCD Factory
Plats and Parcels

Plans Released for Foxconn’s LCD Factory

Millwork company bringing 200 jobs to city, Bayside tower gets shorter, Sonag owner pleads guilty.

City Beat: The Wauwatosa Edition
City Beat

The Wauwatosa Edition

Two representatives of Milwaukee's western neighbor join the show to discuss the future of the suburb.

Friday Photos: St. Rita Rises
Friday Photos

St. Rita Rises

New senior living community and church are being built on Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Downtown’s Big, New Sculptures
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Downtown’s Big, New Sculptures

Sculpture Milwaukee is open for the season.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Honors Historic Preservation Leaders
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Honors Historic Preservation Leaders

Cream of the Cream City awards 8 leaders in adaptive reuse, historic preservation.

Transportation: Forget Scooters, Bird Debuts Electric Mopeds
Transportation

Forget Scooters, Bird Debuts Electric Mopeds

Dockless, rentable "Bird Cruiser" will debut this summer. Will it come to Milwaukee?

Transportation: MCTS Unveils 28 New Buses
Transportation

MCTS Unveils 28 New Buses

Buses have improvements for riders, bus drivers and other road users. See our photos.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nothing New in Northridge Mall Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nothing New in Northridge Mall Plan

Is Northridge dispute simply an echo of the drawn-out Menomonee Valley fight?

City Hall: Complaint Against American Sewer Dropped
City Hall

Complaint Against American Sewer Dropped

City officials can't verify complaint, but may still consider debarring contractor.

City Hall: City Will Raise Its Water Rates
City Hall

City Will Raise Its Water Rates

Average customers in city and suburbs served directly will see their bills rise $7 per year.

City Hall: City Is Repaving More Streets
City Hall

City Is Repaving More Streets

But is focus on streets just creating a backlog of alleys and sidewalks needing work?

Transportation: City Confident Couture Won’t Block Streetcar
Transportation

City Confident Couture Won’t Block Streetcar

Federal grant at risk if lakefront extension to The Couture isn't running by end of 2020.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Say Hello to Postman’s Porch
Eyes on Milwaukee

Say Hello to Postman’s Porch

Milwaukee Downtown leads the reinvention of small triangular park near 2nd and Wells.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Balconies, Windows for The Huron
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Balconies, Windows for The Huron

Husch Blackwell will have a balcony on each of its floors in the 11-story office building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “The Blue” Gets $30 Million Upgrade
Eyes on Milwaukee

“The Blue” Gets $30 Million Upgrade

See the transformation of under-used office building on now booming W. Wisconsin Ave.

Transportation: Mayor, Aldermen Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week
Transportation

Mayor, Aldermen Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week

Elected officials lead rides to Downtown to tout city's improving cycling infrastructure.

Plats and Parcels: Three Downtown Hotels Will Miss DNC
Plats and Parcels

Three Downtown Hotels Will Miss DNC

Plus: Former Toys R Us becoming grocery store, and Pabst Mansion plans auction.

House Confidential: Inside Abele’s Eschweiler Mansion
House Confidential

Inside Abele’s Eschweiler Mansion

See the 1927 home's interior from when it was new, and just before Abele bought it.

Friday Photos: Farewell Bradley Center
Friday Photos

Farewell Bradley Center

Say goodbye, Bango. The last of the arena was demolished Friday morning.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Deer District Fountain
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Deer District Fountain

Don't fear the deer's fountain. Yet another Bucks effort to activate their downtown plaza.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Saint Kate The Arts Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Saint Kate The Arts Hotel

It's an astonishing transformation with so much art. It opens June 4th, but you can see inside now.

City Hall: Six Candidates Seek Aldermanic Job
City Hall

Six Candidates Seek Aldermanic Job

With Ald. Witkowski resigning, special election has been called, with primary on July 16th.

City Hall: Barrett Must Rebuild Fire & Police Board
City Hall

Barrett Must Rebuild Fire & Police Board

Powerful Fire & Police Commission needs new director and two new board members.

Transportation: No Agreement on Streetcar Extension
Transportation

No Agreement on Streetcar Extension

Mayor's press conference touts $160 million expansion plan. Delay could hurt city, he says.

Transportation: Streetcar Ridership Still On Track
Transportation

Streetcar Ridership Still On Track

As weather has improved, so has streetcar ridership, still higher than projected numbers.

City Hall: Council Rejects Barrett’s FPC Appointee
City Hall

Council Rejects Barrett’s FPC Appointee

Fire and Police Commission appointee gives "petulant" presentation, rejected by council.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Asian Market at Northridge By 2021?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Asian Market at Northridge By 2021?

After city condemns building, the mall's owners introduce development plan, timeline.

City Beat: Sally Sheperdson of Bublr Bikes
City Beat

Sally Sheperdson of Bublr Bikes

How will e-bikes impact bike-sharing? What's the deal with the expansion? Bublr exec discusses future of system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tussler Saving Merrill Park Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tussler Saving Merrill Park Home

Hunger Task Force leader has quietly saved three homes in the area already.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Gets $105 Million For Low-Income Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Gets $105 Million For Low-Income Projects

Federal New Markets Tax Credit awards spur economic development in low-income areas.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Artist Transforms Chase Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Artist Transforms Chase Tower

Carlos Rolón turns two-story lobby into biggest artwork in Sculpture Milwaukee's history.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Shrinking, Says Census Bureau
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Shrinking, Says Census Bureau

Milwaukee region drops from 30th to 31st largest, passed by Austin area.

Friday Photos: KinetiK on KK
Friday Photos

KinetiK on KK

A gateway building to Bay View begins to rise.

City Hall: Alderman Terry Witkowski Resigning
City Hall

Alderman Terry Witkowski Resigning

Barrett-ally stepping down. Witkowski's aide, Scott Spiker, has filed to run for his seat.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 2019 Mayor’s Design Awards Recipients
Eyes on Milwaukee

2019 Mayor’s Design Awards Recipients

Here are winners of annual awards for the best in Milwaukee design.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Maurer’s Urban Market Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Maurer’s Urban Market Opens

New downtown grocery store opens at street level of 7Seventy7 apartment tower.

City Hall: Council Proposes 3% Raise for Employees Living in City
City Hall

Council Proposes 3% Raise for Employees Living in City

Proposal in response to Republican law ending city residency requirement.

Transportation: Council Holds Streetcar Extension
Transportation

Council Holds Streetcar Extension

Streetcar proponents become opponents, push for longer extension to Walker's Point.

City Hall: Will Lena Taylor Run for Mayor?
City Hall

Will Lena Taylor Run for Mayor?

Group attempting to draft Democratic Senator to run in crowded field.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Will Lead VISIT Milwaukee?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Will Lead VISIT Milwaukee?

Longtime president leaving at end of 2019 as convention center expansion, DNC loom.

City Beat: Tim Pauly of Broken Bat Brewing
City Beat

Tim Pauly of Broken Bat Brewing

What's next for the baseball-themed brewery? Pauly talks expansion, overcoming adversity and how to name a baseball beer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Robert Greenstreet Stepping Down as Dean of SARUP
Eyes on Milwaukee

Robert Greenstreet Stepping Down as Dean of SARUP

Long-time UWM leader will return to teaching after 29 years at helm of architecture school.

Friday Photos: InterLace Boutique Apartments in the Historic Third Ward
Friday Photos

InterLace Boutique Apartments in the Historic Third Ward

From Paintball Dave's to pets and dishwashers.

Urban Travel Guide: Underrated Indianapolis
Urban Travel Guide

Underrated Indianapolis

Milwaukeeans like to think their city is the Midwest's best-kept secret, but maybe it's Indy.

Transportation: Breaking Down the Streetcar Financing Plan
Transportation

Breaking Down the Streetcar Financing Plan

How would the city fund the $160 million, three-mile route?

Milwaukee Brewing Co. Hires David Hock as CEO

Milwaukee Brewing Co. Hires David Hock as CEO

Industry veteran most recently worked at distributor Beechwood Sales and Service.

City Hall: Contractor With Guns, White Supremacy Sticker Again At Issue
City Hall

Contractor With Guns, White Supremacy Sticker Again At Issue

American Sewer Services employee is reported to have directed racial slur and other "colorful" language at city employee

City Hall: Oh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags
City Hall

Oh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags

Council debates what to do with bags that clog up recycling process.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Joaquin Altoro To Lead WHEDA
Eyes on Milwaukee

Joaquin Altoro To Lead WHEDA

Evers picks Milwaukee resident to lead agency responsible for affordable housing.

City Hall: Recycling Costs Rise By $457,000 Per Year
City Hall

Recycling Costs Rise By $457,000 Per Year

Changes by China will mean higher cost for taxpayers for recycling.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Town Square for Downtown Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Town Square for Downtown Milwaukee

City proposes Vel R. Phillips Plaza along W. Wisconsin Ave. with cafe and streetcar stop.

Transportation: City, Bublr Plan Bike Share Expansion
Transportation

City, Bublr Plan Bike Share Expansion

Federal grant will add 26 stations, 250 bikes and service to more areas by end of 2020.

Transportation: Illinois Kills Hiawatha Expansion
Transportation

Illinois Kills Hiawatha Expansion

Illinois governor kills $195 million plan to expand service between Milwaukee and Chicago.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Talgo Lands $139 Million Contract
Eyes on Milwaukee

Talgo Lands $139 Million Contract

Will build the rail cars at its N. 27th St. facility in Milwaukee's Century City development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lurie Still Planning Bay View Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lurie Still Planning Bay View Project

Buildings' size has shrunk. Architecture firm continues to meet with Ald. Tony Zielinski.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Painting Walker’s Point Mural
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Painting Walker’s Point Mural

Team collaborating with property owner and BigShot Robot to "Fear the Deer."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cheeseheads Maker Adding Event Space
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cheeseheads Maker Adding Event Space

Hidden in Walker's Point, manufacturing facility does tours, now plans space for events

Friday Photos: Legacy Lofts Ribbon Cutting
Friday Photos

Legacy Lofts Ribbon Cutting

Historic structure and new building are already full.

City Beat: The Milwaukee Anthology
City Beat

The Milwaukee Anthology

Editor Justin Kern joins the show to discuss what went into making a book that attempts to cover the entire city

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Land Building Wins Federal Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Land Building Wins Federal Grant

Grant will help finance engineering work on tallest proposed timber tower in North America.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First 6 Sculpture Milwaukee Pieces Installed
Eyes on Milwaukee

First 6 Sculpture Milwaukee Pieces Installed

Full exhibit opens June 7th. Take a sneak peek today.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ogden Files for Lower East Side Zoning Change
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ogden Files for Lower East Side Zoning Change

Company advancing with terracotta-clad, 76-unit apartment complex on N. Water St.

Transportation: City a Leader in Complete Streets Policy
Transportation

City a Leader in Complete Streets Policy

Milwaukee's Complete Streets policy ranks third nationally in report, but yet to be tested.

Transportation: Electric Scooters Could Return This Year
Transportation

Electric Scooters Could Return This Year

Bill working its way through state Legislature to legalize electric scooters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Has $5.7 Billion Tourism Impact
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Has $5.7 Billion Tourism Impact

One in four state tourism dollars generated by metro Milwaukee.

City Hall: Former Alderman Charged With Accepting $30,000 Bribe Over Strip Club
City Hall

Former Alderman Charged With Accepting $30,000 Bribe Over Strip Club

Willie Wade allegedly accepted $30,000 bribe to support downtown strip club.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Milwaukee to Transform Chase Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee to Transform Chase Tower

Two-story lobby will become a beacon at center of annual sculpture exhibit.

Transportation: Council Clears Path for Streetcar Lawsuit
Transportation

Council Clears Path for Streetcar Lawsuit

Lawsuit would be the first of 11 planned by Hupy & Abraham.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Says Marcus Center Not Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Says Marcus Center Not Historic

Votes down designation and compromise to save Kiley grove with a friends group.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Subsidy for One MKE Plaza
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Subsidy for One MKE Plaza

Comptroller calls the deal a "significant risk" but council votes 12-3 in favor.

City Beat: Milwaukee Preservation Alliance
City Beat

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance

MPA board president Peter Zanghi joins the show to discuss the group's advocacy campaign, upcoming events

Eyes on Milwaukee: Visions of the Harbor District’s Future
Eyes on Milwaukee

Visions of the Harbor District’s Future

UWM students examine housing, parks, a hotel, school and more for S. Water St.

Friday Photos: Habitat Building 100 Homes in Midtown
Friday Photos

Habitat Building 100 Homes in Midtown

Brewers star Ryan Braun, Racing Sausages join volunteers to build house on N. 29th St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Clarke Square Groundbreaking
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Clarke Square Groundbreaking

Unconventional partnership breaks ground on 40-unit apartment building.

City Hall: What’s Happening in the New 9th?
City Hall

What’s Happening in the New 9th?

Ald. Chantia Lewis plans a State-of-the-District speech focused on a new economic model.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northridge Owners Appeal Raze Order
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northridge Owners Appeal Raze Order

City wants to redevelop vacant mall citing inaction, safety concerns, but ownership objects.

Transportation: 11 Key Facts About Streetcar Extensions
Transportation

11 Key Facts About Streetcar Extensions

Love the idea? Hate it? Either way we have all the details.

Transportation: Barrett Talks Up Streetcar Extension
Transportation

Barrett Talks Up Streetcar Extension

Mayor discusses three-part streetcar extension in interview with Urban Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Huron Building Breaks Ground
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Huron Building Breaks Ground

Jeffers' track record wins praise, gains $14 million crowdfunding for 11-story office tower.

Transportation: Mayor Wants Three Streetcar Extensions
Transportation

Mayor Wants Three Streetcar Extensions

Will request engineering study of extensions to Bronzeville and Walker's Point

Dining: Pepper Pot Coming to Harambee
Dining

Pepper Pot Coming to Harambee

City panel okays sale of building. MLK Dr. location the second for restaurateur Dwight Jackson.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Says Marcus Center Isn’t Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Says Marcus Center Isn’t Historic

City committee overrules Historic Preservation Commission. Full Common Council up next.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Harbor District Apartment Plan Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Harbor District Apartment Plan Advances

Proposed 200-unit apartment complex targets employees at new Harbor District firms.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel

One MKE Plaza proposal for old Sears site on North Ave. gets first city approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE To Redevelop Oldest Residence Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE To Redevelop Oldest Residence Hall

Aging Johnson Hall will become Hermann Viets Tower, gain glassy, southern addition.

Friday Photos: Arbor Day Edition
Friday Photos

Arbor Day Edition

Mayor, MPS Superintendent, 4th graders plant 32 trees at Ohio Playfield.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mitchell St. Group Wins YP Week Contest
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mitchell St. Group Wins YP Week Contest

Civic/business group wins $5,000 for plan to turn Modjeska Theatre into community center.

Dining: Jamaican Place Planned for MLK Drive
Dining

Jamaican Place Planned for MLK Drive

Pepper Pot to buy building from city, invest $920,000 in restaurant, catering operation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tour Milwaukee’s Eco Neighborhood
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tour Milwaukee’s Eco Neighborhood

Online map highlights points of interest in blossoming Lindsay Heights area.

City Hall: Will DNC Convention Help Small Businesses?
City Hall

Will DNC Convention Help Small Businesses?

Common Council seeks ways to spread economic impact beyond Downtown.

City Hall: Who Can Get a Free Lead Filter?
City Hall

Who Can Get a Free Lead Filter?

City departments offer maze of options to get a lead removal water filter. Who's eligible?

Transportation: Milwaukeeans Getting Worse at Driving
Transportation

Milwaukeeans Getting Worse at Driving

Crashes up 51% since 2009. Is cell phone use by drivers helping drive numbers?

City Hall: The Cold War With We Energies
City Hall

The Cold War With We Energies

Bauman, other aldermen believe city is charging too little for utility's use of city land.

City Hall: Meet the City’s Pothole Patrol
City Hall

Meet the City’s Pothole Patrol

Turns out those frequently maligned parking checkers do more than issue tickets.

Transportation: 11 Streetcar Lawsuits Coming
Transportation

11 Streetcar Lawsuits Coming

City poised to deny claim by motorcyclist, clearing way for first of 11 lawsuits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walk Bay View Through Jane Jacobs’ Eyes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walk Bay View Through Jane Jacobs’ Eyes

We'll examine and discuss Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View's main street, for Jane's Walk in May.

City Hall: Who Wants to Design A New City Flag?
City Hall

Who Wants to Design A New City Flag?

Common Council starting process intended to end flag debate.

City Hall: DA Asked To Consider Charging City Officials
City Hall

DA Asked To Consider Charging City Officials

Hamilton, Donovan ask Chisholm to review top officials' actions on lead program problems.

5 Can’t-Miss YPWeek Events

5 Can’t-Miss YPWeek Events

Top picks from a week of events for young professionals and those young at heart.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wangard Advances Harbor District Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wangard Advances Harbor District Plan

Plan Commission approves rezoning request for 200-unit apartment complex.

Urban Travel Guide: Weekend Getaway to Minneapolis
Urban Travel Guide

Weekend Getaway to Minneapolis

Regardless of the weather, our neighbor to the north has lots to offer.

Friday Photos: Ultra Lofts Rise in Deer District
Friday Photos

Ultra Lofts Rise in Deer District

In just a few months people will be living in Milwaukee's newest neighborhood.

City Beat: Jane’s Walk Milwaukee
City Beat

Jane’s Walk Milwaukee

Organizers of the month-long event preview the different walks, vision of writer Jane Jacobs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s First Eco-Neighborhood
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s First Eco-Neighborhood

Community partners celebrate reinvigoration of Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

Who Wants to Run Milwaukee Brewing?

Who Wants to Run Milwaukee Brewing?

Ever growing Milwaukee Brewing Co. is hiring a new CEO as Jim McCabe steps down.

MKE County: John La Fave and “The Wire”
MKE County

John La Fave and “The Wire”

Embattled Register of Deeds may have borrowed a scheme from the HBO drama.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starting on Huron Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starting on Huron Building

11-story office tower went through complicated, four-year design process.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Luxury Tower with Affordable Housing
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Luxury Tower with Affordable Housing

Housing Authority to build 32-story, $150 million tower whose income would support affordable housing across city.

Transportation: Study Finds Danger in Painted Bike Lanes
Transportation

Study Finds Danger in Painted Bike Lanes

Striped bike lanes actually cause motorists to drive closer to bicyclists.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “Fear the Deer” Office Tower Cheers Team
Eyes on Milwaukee

“Fear the Deer” Office Tower Cheers Team

BMO Harris Bank lights up downtown skyline to celebrate the Milwaukee Bucks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kinn Hotel Plan Grows a Living Wall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kinn Hotel Plan Grows a Living Wall

But area alderman Bob Bauman is likely to oppose project.

City Hall: Council Approves “John Shaming” for Prostitution
City Hall

Council Approves “John Shaming” for Prostitution

Unanimously supports higher fines, shaming customers. But sex workers group objects.

City Hall: Barrett Blasted on Infant Mortality Grant
City Hall

Barrett Blasted on Infant Mortality Grant

African-American led organizations say Mayor, Kowalik killed their effort to get grant.

City Beat: Common Council Candidate Justin Bielinski
City Beat

Common Council Candidate Justin Bielinski

Organizer Justin Bielinski discusses his campaign to replace Bob Donovan at City Hall.

20th MANDI Awards Get Big Turnout

20th MANDI Awards Get Big Turnout

Many politicians at celebration honoring those improving city's neighborhoods.

Friday Photos: The Good Hope Commons
Friday Photos

The Good Hope Commons

Library will anchor new apartment building on city's far northwest side.

Transportation: Bucks, City Unveil “Fear the Deer” Streetcar
Transportation

Bucks, City Unveil “Fear the Deer” Streetcar

Learn how to find the vehicle, and see what's inside.

Photo Gallery: Bucks Turn Milwaukee River Green
Photo Gallery

Bucks Turn Milwaukee River Green

Team painting the city green for the NBA playoffs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Continuum Moves to Watts Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Continuum Moves to Watts Building

Architecture and planning firm buys classic downtown building, plans to renovate it.

City Hall: City Will Shame Prostitutes’ Customers
City Hall

City Will Shame Prostitutes’ Customers

Get caught paying for sex? That'll cost you $2,500 and maybe exposure on TV.

City Hall: Kowalik Reshaping Health Department
City Hall

Kowalik Reshaping Health Department

Commissioner reorganizing troubled, 254-person agency, first such effort in 10 years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Moves to Demolish Northridge Mall
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Moves to Demolish Northridge Mall

Condemnation order starts process to razing building and perhaps seizing property.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Will Paint Cream City Green
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Will Paint Cream City Green

Team's big plans include dying the river, wrapping the streetcar and lighting up high rises.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Whatever Became of Boston Store Subsidy?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Whatever Became of Boston Store Subsidy?

City gave company $1.9 million for renovations before it went bankrupt. Where did it go?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Neighbors Okay Water St. Project Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Neighbors Okay Water St. Project Plan

Odgen's six-floor, 76 unit apartment complex along Jackson gets support.

Marcus Center Trees Removed Before Permit Issued

Marcus Center Trees Removed Before Permit Issued

Four of 36 trees were approved for this, but removal done before permit received.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pattee, Urbal Tea Partner on New Cafe
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pattee, Urbal Tea Partner on New Cafe

Developer buying building on S.13th St. in Polonia neighborhood for cafe and tea factory.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Questions Grand Avenue Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Questions Grand Avenue Deal

Deal approved after hard questions on city subsidy for $92 million mall redevelopment.

Courthouse: Register of Deeds John La Fave Retires
Courthouse

Register of Deeds John La Fave Retires

Announcement comes two months after FBI raid of his office.

City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!

City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!

Contrary to early report, Milwaukee actually had strong turnout for Supreme Court race.

Friday Photos: Saint John’s New Lakefront Tower
Friday Photos

Saint John’s New Lakefront Tower

22-story tower is rising on N. Prospect Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Not Dead
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Not Dead

Withdrawing zoning application doesn't mean project is canceled.

City Beat: Milwaukee’s Less Than Glamorous History
City Beat

Milwaukee’s Less Than Glamorous History

Matthew Prigge discusses his new book on Newhall House fire and other dark incidents in Milwaukee's past.

City Hall: Dimitrijevic Will Run For Common Council
City Hall

Dimitrijevic Will Run For Common Council

County Supervisor wants to represent Bay View at City Hall.

City Hall: MPD Complying With ACLU Settlement
City Hall

MPD Complying With ACLU Settlement

Changes due to suit alleging Milwaukee Police stop-and-frisk policy used racial profiling.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Giannis Mural Planned for Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Giannis Mural Planned for Walker’s Point

Mural of potential MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo will join Brewers' MVP Christian Yelich.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Tourism Boost from Cruise Ships?
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Tourism Boost from Cruise Ships?

Port Milwaukee angling to make city an anchor in growing Great Lakes cruise industry.

City Hall: What’s the Infrastructure Plan for DNC?
City Hall

What’s the Infrastructure Plan for DNC?

Council, led by Bauman, pushes for city to have citywide, coordinated plan for convention.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 520 New Affordable Apartments Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

520 New Affordable Apartments Planned

Seven affordable housing projects in city win 22.5% of state's latest WHEDA tax credits.

City Hall: Council Wants Better Pothole Response
City Hall

Council Wants Better Pothole Response

Public Works officials say Milwaukee bests other cities. Not good enough, aldermen say.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Proposed Downtown Hotel Loses Two Floors
Eyes on Milwaukee

Proposed Downtown Hotel Loses Two Floors

Change made to please historic commission, which still holds the project until next month.

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 76-Unit Apartment Complex for Jackson at Water
Eyes on Milwaukee

76-Unit Apartment Complex for Jackson at Water

Ogden Multifamily Partners hopes to build five-story building at north end of Water Street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Parking, Traffic Flow for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Parking, Traffic Flow for East Side

Arlington Place will become two-way street between Brady and Warren.

Vote For Best Group, People Helping City

Vote For Best Group, People Helping City

You can vote for MANDI's "People's Choice Award," help a favorite non-profit win $1,000.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Center, Kiley Grove Deemed Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Center, Kiley Grove Deemed Historic

Commission decision stalls redevelopment, but allows four ailing trees to be cut down.

Vote Tuesday: Candidates for Supreme Court, School Board
Vote Tuesday

Candidates for Supreme Court, School Board

Milwaukeeans will find at least three contested races on the ballot.

City Hall: Making America’s Cleanest City?
City Hall

Making America’s Cleanest City?

City initiating campaign and steep fines for littering to help clean up Milwaukee.

Friday Photos: BMO Tower Gets Glassy
Friday Photos

BMO Tower Gets Glassy

Glass facade installation begins on 25-story building's lower floors while steel beams rise above.

City Beat: Sarah Greenberg of Forward Community Investments
City Beat

Sarah Greenberg of Forward Community Investments

Learn how a non-profit goes where the banks don't to address social, economic and racial disparities.

Should You Flush Dog Poop?

Should You Flush Dog Poop?

We know you've been wondering: What's the safest way to dispose of pet feces?

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 Takeaways From Ikon Hotel Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 Takeaways From Ikon Hotel Deal

Will city build a pedestrian bridge? A beer bet on what? How many stoplights from Downtown?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Old Sears Building to Become New Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Old Sears Building to Become New Hotel

80-room Ikon Hotel and 24,600-square-foot conference center planned for 21st and North.

Transportation: Building a Better Protected Bike Lane
Transportation

Building a Better Protected Bike Lane

The city's plastic bollards were a bust. Officials considering new design options.

City Hall: Retired Drivers Shall Help Plow Our Snow
City Hall

Retired Drivers Shall Help Plow Our Snow

So says the Common Council. Unanimously. Program will begin next winter.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $100 Million Will Transform Old Schuster’s
Eyes on Milwaukee

$100 Million Will Transform Old Schuster’s

Medical College and Greater Milwaukee Foundation will anchor redone Bronzeville building.

City Hall: Food Truck Truce Reached
City Hall

Food Truck Truce Reached

But not before Donovan takes shots at the streetcar, potholes, Barrett and Tony Zielinski.

City Beat: Milwaukee’s Irish History with Carl Baehr
City Beat

Milwaukee’s Irish History with Carl Baehr

Milwaukee historian Carl Baehr joins the show to discuss the Cream City's Emerald Isle connections.

Friday Photos: Cambridge North Apartments Rise
Friday Photos

Cambridge North Apartments Rise

New building being built on city's Lower East Side.

City Hall: FLAC, Get the Lead Out Fight City Over Lead Posioning
City Hall

FLAC, Get the Lead Out Fight City Over Lead Posioning

Groups have a showdown with city officials over claims surrounding city's failure on lead poisoning, infant mortality.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Should Win A Mayor’s Design Award?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Should Win A Mayor’s Design Award?

Nominations open until March 31st for 22nd annual Mayor's Design Awards contest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $9 Million for Grand Avenue Replacement
Eyes on Milwaukee

$9 Million for Grand Avenue Replacement

Redevelopment Authority approves TIF district to support The Avenue's public areas.

Eyes on Milwaukee: KinetiK Rises on Kinnickinnic
Eyes on Milwaukee

KinetiK Rises on Kinnickinnic

Bay View's new gateway, a 6-story, 144 unit complex, is quickly taking shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Villard Commons Makes Design Changes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Villard Commons Makes Design Changes

Modifications will reduce cost of 43-unit affordable housing project on 37th and Villard.

City Hall: Who Gets Design Oversight?
City Hall

Who Gets Design Oversight?

Bauman wants council control over overlay zones, while DCD, local developers object.

Eyes on Milwaukee:  Panel Okays MPS School’s Sale to Charter
Eyes on Milwaukee

Panel Okays MPS School’s Sale to Charter

City committee allows Hayes school to be the first sold under controversial 2015 state law.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Deems Journal Sentinel Complex Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Deems Journal Sentinel Complex Historic

Two council members push for designation in advance of paper's possible relocation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxconn Pledges To Build Manufacturing Plant This Year
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxconn Pledges To Build Manufacturing Plant This Year

Company says it will break ground on one-million-square-foot plant this summer.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s Hub for Athletic Performance Opens
Friday Photos

Marquette’s Hub for Athletic Performance Opens

See inside Marquette's newest building

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Master Plan for Park East
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Master Plan for Park East

Team has concept for land near Fiserv Forum, now needs to find development partners.

4 Ways To Get Involved In DNC

4 Ways To Get Involved In DNC

12,000 volunteers needed for 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Installing Rooftop Logo
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Installing Rooftop Logo

Yes, "fiserv.forum" will shine brightly in aerial views of city.

Transportation: Streetcar Extension Planned To Start in September
Transportation

Streetcar Extension Planned To Start in September

Extension to convention center would open in time for 2020 Democratic Convention.

City Beat: Ashley Booth of HNTB
City Beat

Ashley Booth of HNTB

Milwaukee-based transit consultant joins the podcast to talk about HNTB's move Downtown and working on The Hop.

City Hall: To Host DNC, Barrett Must Be Reelected
City Hall

To Host DNC, Barrett Must Be Reelected

He's clearly running, but still hasn't officially announced a race he badly wants to win.

Taverns: Silk Group Buys Art’s Performing Center
Taverns

Silk Group Buys Art’s Performing Center

No more punning for strip club, now to be known as Silk on Water.

City Hall: Barrett Vetoes Food Truck Ban
City Hall

Barrett Vetoes Food Truck Ban

"We should support the opportunities and great flavors they bring to Milwaukee."

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 New Downtown Hotels for DNC
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 New Downtown Hotels for DNC

Downtown room count will grow by over 10 percent in time for 2020 convention.

Why Did Democrats Choose Milwaukee?

Why Did Democrats Choose Milwaukee?

Choosing this city for 2020 convention is about winning and signaling Democratic values.

City Hall: City Approves DNC Contract
City Hall

City Approves DNC Contract

City expects $50 million from federal government to pay for security.

City Hall: 12 Rules For City in DNC Convention Contract
City Hall

12 Rules For City in DNC Convention Contract

Democrats want lots of insurance, safes, security, live streaming and more.

City Wins 2020 Democratic Convention

City Wins 2020 Democratic Convention

Barrett and other leaders help city beat out Miami and Houston for national convention.

City Hall: Barrett Offers Upbeat State of City Speech
City Hall

Barrett Offers Upbeat State of City Speech

Mayor touts employers coming to city, The Hop's launch and a friendly governor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Any City Progress on Affordable Housing?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Any City Progress on Affordable Housing?

Has Barrett's 10,000 homes initiative had an impact? Council members give mixed grades

City Hall: Donovan Won’t Run for Re-Election
City Hall

Donovan Won’t Run for Re-Election

Fightin' Bob is walking away. Zamarripa and Bielinski likely to run for council seat.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Downtown Boutique Hotel Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Downtown Boutique Hotel Planned

Developer would add five floors to historic building, creating nine-story hotel.

Fridays Photos: Erecting a National Leader?
Fridays Photos

Erecting a National Leader?

New home for Physician Assistant Studies as Marquette continues to transform campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction To Start on Three Downtown Hotels
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction To Start on Three Downtown Hotels

Hotels are planned to open just in time for the Democratic National Convention.

City Hall: Who Will (Finally) Clear The Snow?
City Hall

Who Will (Finally) Clear The Snow?

"Why did you stop sending out front-end loaders to finish the job?" irate alderman asks.

City Hall: Retired Drivers to Join Plowing Crew
City Hall

Retired Drivers to Join Plowing Crew

Bauman's proposal gets endorsed by Department of Public Works, but may take a year.

Gov. Evers Announces $30 Million Investment in Alliant Energy Center Expansion
Press Release

Gov. Evers Announces $30 Million Investment in Alliant Energy Center Expansion

The funding will come through a non-state grant program that provides state bonding support for non-profit or local government projects that have a statewide public purpose.

City Hall: Aldermen Blast City’s Snowplowing
City Hall

Aldermen Blast City’s Snowplowing

Just how bad is city's operation? Aldermen allege lies and mismanagement.

Art and Flowers Combine at Milwaukee Art Museum’s Art in Bloom
Press Release

Art and Flowers Combine at Milwaukee Art Museum’s Art in Bloom

The Museum’s popular annual event returns April 11–14 with art-inspired floral arrangements, workshops, lectures, a fashion show and family-friendly activities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Center Decision Delayed A Month
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Center Decision Delayed A Month

Proposal to remove four trees from Kiley grove creates more questions than answers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Journal Complex Historic for Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

Journal Complex Historic for Now

Historic Preservation Commission grants temporary designation for complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marcus Center at a Crossroads
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marcus Center at a Crossroads

Are upgrades to the Marcus Center and changes to the Kiley grove necessary?

Friday Photos: The Building That Artificial Intelligence Built
Friday Photos

The Building That Artificial Intelligence Built

MSOE's new computer science hall is taking shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MPS Selling Building to Charter Operator Carmen
Eyes on Milwaukee

MPS Selling Building to Charter Operator Carmen

Deal for Hayes School would be first under state's 2015 surplus schools law.

City Beat: Milwaukee’s Pedestrian Plan
City Beat

Milwaukee’s Pedestrian Plan

James Hannig and Michael Amsden join the podcast to talk about laying the groundwork for a more walkable city.

Transportation: Streetcar Manager Leaving
Transportation

Streetcar Manager Leaving

Darryll Simpson will lead New Orleans transit agency.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves North America’s Tallest Timber Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves North America’s Tallest Timber Tower

Milwaukee could be home to tallest wood building in Western Hemisphere by 2021.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Washington Heights’ Creative Hub
Eyes on Milwaukee

Washington Heights’ Creative Hub

Private studio space for creatives on city's west side proves immediately popular.

City Hall: An Extra Four Days to Pay Parking Tickets
City Hall

An Extra Four Days to Pay Parking Tickets

City extending grace period on parking ticket payments.

City Hall: Food Trucks Banned on W. National Ave.
City Hall

Food Trucks Banned on W. National Ave.

Council approves resolution to ban food trucks from S. Layton Blvd. west to city limits.

City Hall: Littering Will Now Cost $500
City Hall

Littering Will Now Cost $500

Council raises minimum fine from $25 to $500. "Our streets are dirty," says Ald. Stamper.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Bobblehead Museum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Bobblehead Museum

World's largest collection of bobbleheads, a must-see for sports fans, opens in Walker's Point.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Ballet’s New Home
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Ballet’s New Home

Baumgartner Center for Dance intended to elevate ballet's presence around the world.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Engineering Firm HNTB Moving Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Engineering Firm HNTB Moving Downtown

Firm that helped design streetcar ends up on streetcar route, moving 90 employees with it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Could Become Hemp Grower
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Could Become Hemp Grower

Common Council commissions study of feasibility of hemp farm for Century City.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Genke Buys Alchemist Theatre Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Genke Buys Alchemist Theatre Building

SG Property Development will preserve, restore 1927 building on Bay View's main street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Western Hemisphere’s Tallest Timber Tower Okayed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Western Hemisphere’s Tallest Timber Tower Okayed

New Land's 21-story apartment tower, Ascent, gets approved by council committee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rexnord’s New Buildings Sell for $14.4 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rexnord’s New Buildings Sell for $14.4 Million

Industrial company expected to move hundreds of office jobs Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rexnord Moving Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rexnord Moving Downtown

Milwaukee-based industrial conglomerate will lease office buildings on Michigan St.

Vote Tuesday for Milwaukee School Board

Vote Tuesday for Milwaukee School Board

February 19th primary has one race: MPS board seat for south side & downtown district.

Friday Photos: The Vanishing Bradley Center
Friday Photos

The Vanishing Bradley Center

The Fortress on Fourth looks much less imposing these days.

City Hall: Council Will Now Make Flag Decision
City Hall

Council Will Now Make Flag Decision

Will city ever have new flag? Council punted issue to arts board and board punted it back.

City Hall: City Struggles to Keep Up Snow Plowing
City Hall

City Struggles to Keep Up Snow Plowing

Problems include aging equipment, staff shortages and inexperienced operators.

City Hall: Three City Libraries Will Get Solar
City Hall

Three City Libraries Will Get Solar

But city wants to install five times more solar power and faces We Energies opposition.

Transportation: Track The Hop in Real Time
Transportation

Track The Hop in Real Time

Yes, real time data is now available, so you know exactly when to catch the streetcar.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Plan Massive Arena Signs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Plan Massive Arena Signs

Will you take a selfie with a monumental, 50-foot-wide fiserv.forum sign?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Summit Credit Union Coming to Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Summit Credit Union Coming to Walker’s Point

New branch of growing credit union will be located along S. 1st St. at Freshwater Plaza.

Friday Photos: Michels Corp. Begins Work on River One
Friday Photos

Michels Corp. Begins Work on River One

Piles being driven for $49 million first phase of Harbor District project on KK River.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks’ New Bar Is “The MECCA”
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks’ New Bar Is “The MECCA”

"The MECCA Sports Bar and Grill" is a tribute to team's original home.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 13 Developers Plan 753 Affordable Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

13 Developers Plan 753 Affordable Apartments

Developers request $10.6 million in tax credits to support 13 different projects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: So is the Journal Building Historic?
Eyes on Milwaukee

So is the Journal Building Historic?

Historic Preservation Commission goes from one preservation battle to another.

City Hall: Council Approves Civilian Health Oversight Board
City Hall

Council Approves Civilian Health Oversight Board

In the wake of health department's critical failures, mayor and council want more oversight.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Marcus Center is Historic. For Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Marcus Center is Historic. For Now

Commission grants temporary historic designation, though Marcus Center opposed it.

Dining: New Pizza Place for Midtown
Dining

New Pizza Place for Midtown

NYPD founder plans new restaurant, Lucci's, on W. Capitol Dr.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Riverwalk for Menomonee Valley
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Riverwalk for Menomonee Valley

City unveils final design standards for unique trail emphasizing natural feel, connectivity.

City Hall: New Leader for Zoning Appeals Board
City Hall

New Leader for Zoning Appeals Board

Mayor picks attorney Brett Blomme to succeed controversial BOZA board chair.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s New Granary
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s New Granary

Apartments being created from the shell of century-old industrial building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Wants The Modjeska Theatre?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Wants The Modjeska Theatre?

Historic Mitchell St. theater for sale or lease as an entertainment venue, but needs repairs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lurie’s Bay View Project Advancing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lurie’s Bay View Project Advancing

Developer submits rezoning request for 200-unit apartment complex alderman opposes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Heartland Advisors Moving to BMO Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Heartland Advisors Moving to BMO Tower

Milwaukee-based investment firm will move across the street into Irgens' new tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Is the Marcus Center a Historic Building?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Is the Marcus Center a Historic Building?

Two architects have nominated 1969 building for historic designation, which would slow redesign.

Friday Photos: UWM’s New Home for Entrepreneurs
Friday Photos

UWM’s New Home for Entrepreneurs

New facility, funded by Lubar family, is nearly complete.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Planning Sports Bar for Live Block
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Planning Sports Bar for Live Block

Located next to Good City Brewing, but the name is unknown. We have some suggestions.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tallest Timber Tower Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tallest Timber Tower Gets First Approval

City Plan Commission endorses plan for North America's tallest mass timber building.

City Hall: Karen Dettmer Will Lead Water Works
City Hall

Karen Dettmer Will Lead Water Works

Committee puts veteran engineer through the ringer before endorsing her appointment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Good City Brewing’s New Taproom
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Good City Brewing’s New Taproom

New downtown brewery, taproom and restaurant hosts a soft opening this Friday.

Eyes on Milwaukee: American Family Plans Downtown Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

American Family Plans Downtown Building

"Fairly large building" planned for Madison insurance company's Milwaukee office.

Friday Photos: 2900 Apartments Starts to Rise
Friday Photos

2900 Apartments Starts to Rise

New 55-unit apartment building at Oakland and Locust will be five floors high.

Transportation: Should the Streetcar Be Free?
Transportation

Should the Streetcar Be Free?

How much would it cost to make The Hop free after 2019? And is it worth it?

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 Modern Townhomes Off Brady Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 Modern Townhomes Off Brady Planned

Developer Jason Pietsch plans pretty pricey condos along Pulaski Park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Watch the Bradley Center Demolition From the Inside
Eyes on Milwaukee

Watch the Bradley Center Demolition From the Inside

Slow motion video of the detonation and the roof crashing to the ground

Eyes on Milwaukee: Broadway Connection Gets Thumbs Up
Eyes on Milwaukee

Broadway Connection Gets Thumbs Up

Historic Preservation Commission approves Joshua Jeffers' 11-story office building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders

Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.

Check Out Milwaukee Museum Week

Check Out Milwaukee Museum Week

Unique new partnership of 17 groups showcases city's wide range of cultural offerings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers Enlarges Broadway Connection Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers Enlarges Broadway Connection Building

New East Town office building planned to be two stories taller.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Watch the Bradley Center Roof Drop
Eyes on Milwaukee

Watch the Bradley Center Roof Drop

"Shaped charges" cause massive roof to implode, drop into stadium.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Underway on The Yards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Underway on The Yards

Pile driver getting plenty of use to construct foundation for Walker's Point apartment building.

Friday Photos: See Inside The Quin
Friday Photos

See Inside The Quin

Walker's Point newest apartment building welcoming residents.

Transportation: City Extending Streetcar to Convention Center
Transportation

City Extending Streetcar to Convention Center

Short extension can be built without federal funds, adding more ridership.

Transportation: Streetcar Real Time App Coming “As Quickly As Possible”
Transportation

Streetcar Real Time App Coming “As Quickly As Possible”

City promises real time data for The Hop which was supposed to launch in December.

Friday Photos: Bay View’s New Gateway
Friday Photos

Bay View’s New Gateway

The foundation is being laid for New Land's $25 million apartment complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Wants to Redevelop the Capitol Library?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Wants to Redevelop the Capitol Library?

City aims to redevelop sixth library to add to tax base, create new library.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bradley Center To Go Boom
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bradley Center To Go Boom

A series of "shaped charges" will detonate and lower the roof on January 13th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Moving Along at St. Rita Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Moving Along at St. Rita Square

Did DCD and alderman save the project from being value engineered?

Urban Guide: 48 Hours in Wintry Chicago
Urban Guide

48 Hours in Wintry Chicago

A winter getaway to a cold city? Yes, and here's how to maximize your fun.

Friday Photos: From Paintball Dave’s to Pets and Dishwashers
Friday Photos

From Paintball Dave’s to Pets and Dishwashers

Former warehouse becoming apartments in Third Ward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Top 10 Stories of 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee

Top 10 Stories of 2018

Fiserv Forum, Komatsu, Michels, The Hop, but what surprise story took number one?

Eyes on Milwaukee: See the Cambria Climb
Eyes on Milwaukee

See the Cambria Climb

Shape of Downtown's newest hotel clearly visible.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brady and Water Condo Project Moving Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brady and Water Condo Project Moving Forward

First major downtown condominium project in a decade hopes to break ground in 2019.

Photo Gallery: The Best of Downtown’s Christmas Trees
Photo Gallery

The Best of Downtown’s Christmas Trees

Downtown buildings get dressed up for the holidays, who does it best?

Dining: Umami Moto Will Return
Dining

Umami Moto Will Return

Sushi restaurant is seventh tenant announced for Third Street Market Hall.

Friday Photos: The Easton Rises
Friday Photos

The Easton Rises

Apartment building being constructed on site between Ogden and Brady.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Proposal Gets Smaller, Shorter
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Proposal Gets Smaller, Shorter

After meeting with neighbors, developer reduces project's size by 10 percent, but Zielinski will vote against plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Huge Michels Deal Gets No Direct Subsidy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Huge Michels Deal Gets No Direct Subsidy

Company and 250 jobs moving to city, in new 8-floor complex. City helps finance riverwalk.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Largest Urban Manufacturing Deal in U.S.
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Largest Urban Manufacturing Deal in U.S.

West Milwaukee company will move to city, but will it create any new jobs?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Historic Soldiers Home Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Historic Soldiers Home Theater

See three buildings, from 1860s and 1880s, VA hopes to have redeveloped.

Friday Photos: The Third Ward’s Electric Apartments
Friday Photos

The Third Ward’s Electric Apartments

Apartments being built above electrical substation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Broadway Connection Building Is a Go
Eyes on Milwaukee

Broadway Connection Building Is a Go

Law firm Husch Blackwell will anchor Jeffers' nine-story Class A office building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Concepts For Downtown Museum Campus
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Concepts For Downtown Museum Campus

UWM Studio envisions new future for Milwaukee Public Museum and Betty Brinn Children's Museum.

City Hall: Hamilton Ally May Run for His Seat
City Hall

Hamilton Ally May Run for His Seat

Marvin Pratt's daughter may run. Ald. Hamilton's bid for mayor now seems all but certain.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michels Deal Gets Bigger, Subsidy Smaller
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michels Deal Gets Bigger, Subsidy Smaller

$100 million Harbor District project gets even bigger, but lower subsidy has a down side for workers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays $40 Million For Komatsu
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays $40 Million For Komatsu

But financing for $285 million manufacturing campus gets blasted by Ald. Bauman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwalk Expanding to Harbor District
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwalk Expanding to Harbor District

City introduces design guidelines to extend riverwalk south from inner harbor to Bay View.

Eyes on Milwaukee: VA Redeveloping More of Soldiers Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

VA Redeveloping More of Soldiers Home

Issuing RFP to redevelop three more buildings at Civil War-era complex. Old Main redo starts in 2019.

Friday Photos: Artists, BID Enliven Downtown Streets
Friday Photos

Artists, BID Enliven Downtown Streets

Milwaukee Downtown unveils three new art installations in partnership with local artists.

City Beat: Episode 002
City Beat

Episode 002

What's the deal with Komatsu? And Senator Chris Larson joins the show to talk about the lame duck legislative session.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet Grand Avenue’s New Food Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet Grand Avenue’s New Food Hall

Local restaurants will replace fast food chains, goal is to be one of top food halls in U.S.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Grand Avenue Mall Lands Anchor Tenant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Grand Avenue Mall Lands Anchor Tenant

$90 million mall redevelopment attracts engineering firm GRAEF, to lease 35,000 square feet.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Komatsu Deal Includes Commuter Rail Station
Eyes on Milwaukee

Komatsu Deal Includes Commuter Rail Station

City would have option to buy site for Walker's Point station for a KRM line.

City Hall: Evers Meets with Mayor, Common Council
City Hall

Evers Meets with Mayor, Common Council

Speech at City Hall indicates governor and city might finally be on the same page.

Eyes on Milwaukee: America’s Largest Urban Manufacturing Proposal?
Eyes on Milwaukee

America’s Largest Urban Manufacturing Proposal?

City Plan Commission approves land sale for $285 million deal with Komatsu company.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Huge Crowd At Sherman Phoenix Opening
Eyes on Milwaukee

Huge Crowd At Sherman Phoenix Opening

Fire-ravaged bank now home to a market with 28 local businesses.

Friday Photos: BMO Tower Takes Shape
Friday Photos

BMO Tower Takes Shape

More than 20 floors from its peak, new building already has dramatic effect on downtown corner.

City Hall: Ashanti Hamilton Files for Mayoral Run
City Hall

Ashanti Hamilton Files for Mayoral Run

Is Chris Abele planning to back Hamilton?

Eyes on Milwaukee: McKinley School Plan Passed Despite Protests
Eyes on Milwaukee

McKinley School Plan Passed Despite Protests

Opponents of affordable housing plan show up at City Hall with signs, to no avail.

City Hall: Council Slaps Down Mayor’s Vetoes
City Hall

Council Slaps Down Mayor’s Vetoes

Legislative body rejects all five vetoes by Mayor Tom Barrett.

City Hall: Barrett Issues 5 Budget Vetoes
City Hall

Barrett Issues 5 Budget Vetoes

Mayor rejects funding for a broad range of council initiatives.

Photo Gallery: The Christkindlmarket Is A Place for Gemütlichkeit
Photo Gallery

The Christkindlmarket Is A Place for Gemütlichkeit

German-style market adds life to the plaza in front of the Fiserv Forum.

Friday Photos: Arena Apartments Rising
Friday Photos

Arena Apartments Rising

Royal Capital's 550 Ultra Lofts will bring 112 apartment units to the Deer District.

5 Citizens To Give Sincere Thanks

5 Citizens To Give Sincere Thanks

Our Thanksgiving class of 2018, five Milwaukeeans who've made this a better city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Return of The State Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Return of The State Theater

City committee advances group's plan to buy theater building on State St. by end of 2018.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Advances McKinley School Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Advances McKinley School Project

Opponents demand half the building and half of the low-income housing tax credits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wildenberg Hotel Will Be Redeveloped
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wildenberg Hotel Will Be Redeveloped

Developer Que El-Amin giving 1856 building new life as anchor of housing development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Transit System’s Bus App Is a Hit
Eyes on Milwaukee

Transit System’s Bus App Is a Hit

In just over one year, new app generated twice as much revenue as it cost to develop.

Urban Travel Guide: Resurgent Cincinnati is Lots of Fun
Urban Travel Guide

Resurgent Cincinnati is Lots of Fun

And feels a lot like Milwaukee. Here's a quick guide to all the city has to offer.

Friday Photos: The Serif
Friday Photos

The Serif

New apartment complex opening in former Pabst warehouse.

City Hall: City’s Lead Program is Working Again
City Hall

City’s Lead Program is Working Again

New health commissioner is resolving troubling issues, Mayor Barrett reports.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Disconnect Your Downspouts, Get $100
Eyes on Milwaukee

Disconnect Your Downspouts, Get $100

City program affecting 54,000 homes part of plan to prevent Deep Tunnel overflows.

City Hall: 10 Curious Details in City’s 2019 Budget
City Hall

10 Curious Details in City’s 2019 Budget

A city store? No more alley repairs? Cutting tree trimming? The $1.5 billion budget has it all.

City Hall: Arts Board Wants New City Flag Search
City Hall

Arts Board Wants New City Flag Search

Process to select popular People's Flag not inclusive enough, board decides, so start over.

City Hall: Council Adopts 2019 City Budget
City Hall

Council Adopts 2019 City Budget

Average homeowner will see $51.88 increase, no change in total fire and police officers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Should McKinley School Be Redeveloped?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Should McKinley School Be Redeveloped?

Gorman & Co. pushes redevelopment plan, while a few neighbors vehemently object.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Advances State Theater Redevelopment
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Advances State Theater Redevelopment

Plan would create all-ages venue in old movie theater on 26th and State.

Friday Photos: MSOE Rising
Friday Photos

MSOE Rising

New center for artificial intelligence appears to be building itself.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Indeed Brewing Coming to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Indeed Brewing Coming to Milwaukee

Minnesota brewery will open a taproom in Beer City.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on St. Rita Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on St. Rita Square

Senior housing and new "Little Pink Church" will replace St. Rita's on Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Hop Has a Schedule
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Hop Has a Schedule

Streetcar begins operating with a public schedule. When will real-time data arrive?

7 Numbers That Explain Election

7 Numbers That Explain Election

The election results would have been completely different if not for this.

City Hall: Nikiya Dodd Handily Wins Council Seat
City Hall

Nikiya Dodd Handily Wins Council Seat

Political veteran could have a big impact on upcoming city budget debate.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First Look at New Downtown Hotels
Eyes on Milwaukee

First Look at New Downtown Hotels

Developer releases renderings of Holiday Inn and Hilton hotels, to be built on Michigan St.

City Hall: Pay Hike for City Politicians Is On Hold
City Hall

Pay Hike for City Politicians Is On Hold

Ald. Chantia Lewis delays vote on 13.6% raise she and some other colleagues want. Mayor threatens veto.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cream City Hostel Buys Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cream City Hostel Buys Building

Partners hope to open unique Riverwest hostel for travelers in May 2019.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Pride, City Debut Rainbow Crosswalks
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Pride, City Debut Rainbow Crosswalks

Crosswalks near Cathedral Square Park celebrate city's LGBTQ community.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Opens to Public
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Opens to Public

"This is your assignment: ride the streetcar," says Mayor Barrett.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture Cleared for Takeoff
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture Cleared for Takeoff

Long-anticipated project receives financing commitment from federal government.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11 Things to Know Before You Ride The Hop
Eyes on Milwaukee

11 Things to Know Before You Ride The Hop

How many people will ride it? How is it free? Oh so many questions, all answered here.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Little Windmill That Could
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Little Windmill That Could

Mayor celebrates city's only wind turbine; 1 million kilowatt hours of power earned $53,000

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michels Groundbreaking Coming Soon
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michels Groundbreaking Coming Soon

Company lining up permits for $100 million project to break ground by year's end.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Back at the Staircase
Milwaukee Film Festival

Back at the Staircase

Trying to find that one last movie before the festival closes? Try this.

It’s Hop-ening: Free Pizza, Free Beer, Free Streetcar
It’s Hop-ening

Free Pizza, Free Beer, Free Streetcar

Good City and Transfer sponsoring November 2nd party featuring Mayor Tom Barrett.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Stables Deal Finally Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Stables Deal Finally Approved

After much debate, deal goes forward for equine therapy facility and stable for MPD horses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Creates TIF for Villard Ave. Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Creates TIF for Villard Ave. Project

Deal on 43-unit apartment project is a shift in policy by Barrett administration.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hoan Bridge Test Lights Coming Thursday
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hoan Bridge Test Lights Coming Thursday

Small section of bridge to be lit, synced to Milwaukee Bucks game.

City Hall: Barrett Taps Polenske For Public Works
City Hall

Barrett Taps Polenske For Public Works

Veteran City Engineer to become head of 2,300-employee Department of Public Works.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Take A Virtual Ride on The Hop
Eyes on Milwaukee

Take A Virtual Ride on The Hop

Mayor shows off The Hop in advance of Friday's public opening.

City Hall: Barrett Signs Complete Streets Policy
City Hall

Barrett Signs Complete Streets Policy

Mayor, city officials and activists gather to celebrate new legislation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Tunnel Gets Colorful Mural
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Tunnel Gets Colorful Mural

"Migration," a 50-foot-long mural, will delight 1,400 migrating weekday pedestrians.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Lake Michigan Monster
Milwaukee Film Festival

Lake Michigan Monster

New black-and-white film by up-and-coming Milwaukee filmmakers.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Invisible Lines
Milwaukee Film Festival

Invisible Lines

New documentary explores Milwaukee's racial dividing lines.

Friday Photos: Broadway Buildings Get New Life
Friday Photos

Broadway Buildings Get New Life

From eyesore to asset for three small buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bittercube Opening in Uptown Neighborhood
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bittercube Opening in Uptown Neighborhood

Developer Ryan Pattee brings bitters manufacturer to west side neighborhood.

Sponsored: Chevy and the Packers Commit to Cancer Research
Sponsored

Chevy and the Packers Commit to Cancer Research

#IDriveFor social media campaign to provide $400,000 for cancer research.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Many Oppose Kinnickinnic Ave. Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

Many Oppose Kinnickinnic Ave. Buildings

Two-hour meeting allows Bay View neighbors to vent about proposed 220-unit complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: When Will The Hop Have a Schedule?
Eyes on Milwaukee

When Will The Hop Have a Schedule?

Streetcar system could launch without one.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar On Time and On Budget
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar On Time and On Budget

The Hop was on time and "almost balanced to the dime," officials note.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments for Bay View in 2019
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments for Bay View in 2019

Developer Scott Genke plans to build 18-unit building on S. Kinnickinnic Ave.

City Hall: Health Department Faces Criminal Probe
City Hall

Health Department Faces Criminal Probe

Spat between Hamilton and Zielinski reveals DA investigating and Baker hiring lawyer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View American Legion Going Down
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View American Legion Going Down

Genke razing building; developer plans 37-unit apartment complex on Kinnickinnic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Development Plans for Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Development Plans for Streetcar

City details possible changes around a streetcar route to Walker's Point, Bronzeville, Harambee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Engaging Businesses Along The Hop Route
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Engaging Businesses Along The Hop Route

Mayor Tom Barrett personally delivers first of nearly 300 kits to businesses.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Soil Testing for The Yards Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Soil Testing for The Yards Apartments

Linden Street Partners getting ready for second Walker's Point apartment building.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Youth Show
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Youth Show

Film making isn't just for grownups.

Friday Photos: Halyard Park’s new City Place
Friday Photos

Halyard Park’s new City Place

New apartment building is the first in a three-phase project for site just north of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cambria Hotel Starts to Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cambria Hotel Starts to Rise

Downtown dead zone becoming hotel

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Music Video Show
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Music Video Show

Milwaukee musicians on the big screen.

City Hall: Council Passes Complete Streets Policy
City Hall

Council Passes Complete Streets Policy

Streets for all, not just cars, is now the law of the land.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Riverwest Film & Video
Milwaukee Film Festival

Riverwest Film & Video

New documentary explores how a quirky video store keeps Riverwest weird.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ‘Sijan’ Is Quite a Story
Milwaukee Film Festival

‘Sijan’ Is Quite a Story

New documentary highlights an oft-overlooked Milwaukee hero.

The Abstract Eye of Downtown Milwaukee

The Abstract Eye of Downtown Milwaukee

Gallery Night exhibit features work of city photographer Karl Herschede.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Show (I & II)
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Show (I & II)

The best of Milwaukee's filmmakers, with so many the show runs two nights.

Eyes on Milwaukee: No Studios Creative Hub Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

No Studios Creative Hub Opens

Milwaukee's new artist hub opens today with weekend-long celebration.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s New Research Center
Friday Photos

Marquette’s New Research Center

Facility to focus on the study of athletic and human performance.

City Hall: How Long Will Flag Debate Last?
City Hall

How Long Will Flag Debate Last?

Arts Board might not have decision on the city flag by the end of 2018.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Suffers First Collision
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Suffers First Collision

Driver opens car door right in front of approaching streetcar; no one hurt.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 37th Street School Project Extended
Eyes on Milwaukee

37th Street School Project Extended

Redeveloping school into 49 senior apartments. Developers still applying for tax credits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Revival of Newspaper Row
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Revival of Newspaper Row

Old Journal and Sentinel buildings on E. Mason St. see new life.

City Hall: Barrett Vetoes Inspector General
City Hall

Barrett Vetoes Inspector General

Council, Mayor at odds over how independent new position should be.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tallest Wood Building in Western Hemisphere
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tallest Wood Building in Western Hemisphere

New Land unveils ambitious plan to build 21-story wood apartment building.

Friday Photos: A New Home for Physician Assistants
Friday Photos

A New Home for Physician Assistants

Marquette's newest building is rising quickly.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bulls Put Fiserv Forum To The Test
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bulls Put Fiserv Forum To The Test

The other PBR -- Professional Bull Riding -- will have arena staff scrambling all weekend.

City Hall: Committee Okays Complete Streets Policy
City Hall

Committee Okays Complete Streets Policy

Proposal on street design places pedestrians and cyclists on same level as motorists

City Hall: Gonda Resigns from Water Works
City Hall

Gonda Resigns from Water Works

Longtime city employee resigns as Milwaukee Water Works director for job at UWM.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Broadway Office Building Plan Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Broadway Office Building Plan Advances

Jeffers would add first modern building to historic block.

City Hall: Will City Adopt a New Flag?
City Hall

Will City Adopt a New Flag?

Arts Board doesn't seem crazy about "Peoples' Flag," has invited creators to next meeting.

Friday Photos: Hammes HQ Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Hammes HQ Nears Completion

Brookfield firm will move Downtown before the end of the year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bike to a Bucks Game
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bike to a Bucks Game

Too Much Metal and Fuel Cafe will lead a ride on November 4th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Service Starts November 2nd
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Service Starts November 2nd

The Hop to launch with "Grand Hop-ening" celebration November 2nd-4th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MillerCoors Won’t Move Gettelman House
Eyes on Milwaukee

MillerCoors Won’t Move Gettelman House

Historic home will be restored, but plans to move it across the street are canceled.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Lands $285 Million Industrial Campus
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Lands $285 Million Industrial Campus

Komatsu Mining will move its West Milwaukee mining equipment campus to Harbor District.

City Hall: Council Okays Market-Based Parking Fees
City Hall

Council Okays Market-Based Parking Fees

But Tony Zielinski adamantly opposes it, joined by four other council members.

City Hall: The Inspector General Is Coming
City Hall

The Inspector General Is Coming

Common Council creates its own watchdog to monitor city departments.

City Hall: Barrett Unveils 2019 Budget Proposal
City Hall

Barrett Unveils 2019 Budget Proposal

Proposal would add 10 police officers, spend $20 million on lead abatement efforts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push

Project must raise $100,000 more from investors to complete financing package.

Friday Photos: New Apartments for 5th and National
Friday Photos

New Apartments for 5th and National

Building many thought would be demolished finds new life.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How a Road Diet Made 5th St. Fat
Eyes on Milwaukee

How a Road Diet Made 5th St. Fat

City narrowed street, widened sidewalks and economic growth quickly followed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three New “Historic” Homes For East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three New “Historic” Homes For East Side

City committee designates vacant land as historic, allows three new homes near Water Tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Craft Brewer’s Century City Plan Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Craft Brewer’s Century City Plan Approved

City takes a loss on sale to Good City Brewing, but feels project is a big long-term win.

Friday Photos: BMO Tower Starts to Climb
Friday Photos

BMO Tower Starts to Climb

Parking garage at base of new 25-story tower is now visible.

City Hall: Baker To Testify Before Common Council
City Hall

Baker To Testify Before Common Council

110 pages of text messages show ex-Health Department head knew about lead problems.

City Hall: Demand-Based Street Parking Coming
City Hall

Demand-Based Street Parking Coming

City will raise and lower fees based on demand, so more revenue and access to parking.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Illinois Blocking Amtrak Expansion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Illinois Blocking Amtrak Expansion

Glenview, IL residents oppose plan to expand Hiawatha line from 7 to 10 round trips daily.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Advances $8.1 Million TIF for Michels
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Advances $8.1 Million TIF for Michels

Stunning $100 million project along KK River could bring 800 jobs to Harbor District.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxconn Hiring Real Estate Specialists
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxconn Hiring Real Estate Specialists

Three specialists sought. But what's left to buy?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Planning Apartments for Bay View American Legion
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Planning Apartments for Bay View American Legion

Small proposal gets large reaction from Bay View residents and Ald. Tony Zielinski.

Friday Photos: Full Speed Ahead on Symphony Project
Friday Photos

Full Speed Ahead on Symphony Project

Prep work for moving wall 35 feet into street is underway.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Fortress Nearly Ready for Residents
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Fortress Nearly Ready for Residents

126-year-old factory will be home to 132 modern apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why Another Downtown Grocery Store?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why Another Downtown Grocery Store?

Location, density and growth are key drivers of new store.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv Forum Kills With The Killers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv Forum Kills With The Killers

Fireworks, confetti, a splashy new arena with cool bathrooms plus the Violent Femmes.

City Hall: Council Okays New Health Commissioner
City Hall

Council Okays New Health Commissioner

Unanimous vote hands Jeanette Kowalik one of the most difficult jobs in city government.

City Hall: Health Commissioner Pick Gets First Approval
City Hall

Health Commissioner Pick Gets First Approval

Kowalik wins unanimous vote from committee, interim commissioner reveals ongoing issues.

Friday Photos: Terra Cotta on the East Side
Friday Photos

Terra Cotta on the East Side

New building brings back a material not used for decades in Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starts on 2900 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starts on 2900 Apartments

Building with Cousins on Oakland and Locust goes down; five story complex going up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The 42
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The 42

Glass + Griddle restaurant, beer garden opening in time for motorcyclists to roll into town.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Honor Herb Kohl at Arena Opening
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Honor Herb Kohl at Arena Opening

Senator Kohl owned team from 1985-2014, made sure NBA franchise stayed in Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fiserv Forum by the Numbers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fiserv Forum by the Numbers

79 pieces of art, 8,000 tons of steel and 17,500 seats.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Open Fiserv Forum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Open Fiserv Forum

"The most forward-thinking, 21st-century building," says Bucks president Peter Feigin.

Friday Photos: MSOE’s New AI Hall
Friday Photos

MSOE’s New AI Hall

Construction has begun on Diercks Computational Science Hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Marquette’s New Residence Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Marquette’s New Residence Hall

New $108-million, 865-bed residence hall, Wild Commons, opens to students this week.

Friday Photos: SEVEN04 Place Takes Shape
Friday Photos

SEVEN04 Place Takes Shape

Young developer Brandon Rule's first project rising at 7th and National.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MillerCoors Razes Historic Gettelman Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

MillerCoors Razes Historic Gettelman Building

Brewery's demolition part of compromise to add parking, preserve Gettleman house.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower

Construction has reached its peak on second tower of casino hotel.

All the Election Data You Want

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

Predict the Election, Win Free Prizes

Predict the Election, Win Free Prizes

Just how smart are Urban Milwaukee readers? We are about to find out.

Vote Tuesday: Guide to Republican Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Guide to Republican Candidates

Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.

Vote Tuesday: Candidates for Common Council
Vote Tuesday

Candidates for Common Council

Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.

Vote Tuesday: Democratic Candidate Guide
Vote Tuesday

Democratic Candidate Guide

Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.

Friday Photos: Nine10 at Land Place Rises
Friday Photos

Nine10 at Land Place Rises

Apartment building rising just a few blocks from Brady Street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Homes Popping Up Around Brady Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Homes Popping Up Around Brady Street

One of the city's oldest neighborhoods is a hotbed for new construction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Port Supported 1,309 Jobs, $106 Million in Trade in 2017
Eyes on Milwaukee

Port Supported 1,309 Jobs, $106 Million in Trade in 2017

New port director introduces report trumpeting harbor's value to Milwaukee, but is there a salt shortage looming?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Up-Down Milwaukee Opening This Month
Eyes on Milwaukee

Up-Down Milwaukee Opening This Month

Arcade bar will become western anchor for Brady Street.

Members Only: Milwaukee Streetcar Insider Tour
Members Only

Milwaukee Streetcar Insider Tour

Get an up close look at The Hop and ask questions of the experts leading the project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.

A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why the Historic Pumping Station Was Demolished
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why the Historic Pumping Station Was Demolished

Could Michels have saved the building and incorporated it into its $100 million plan?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Commission Saves Clarke Square Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Commission Saves Clarke Square Building

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee wants to demolish building for open space.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michels Announces $100 Million Harbor District Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michels Announces $100 Million Harbor District Plan

Apartments, a hotel, multiple office buildings and new restaurants planned.

Friday Photos: New Lower East Side Apartments
Friday Photos

New Lower East Side Apartments

Klein Development developing 96-unit building south of E. Brady St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Should City Buy Third Ward Swing Bridge?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Should City Buy Third Ward Swing Bridge?

Ald. Robert Bauman advances idea to turn swing bridge into pedestrian bridge.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Selects City Sites for New Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Selects City Sites for New Buildings

Will it build on one or both sites? State now has tough choice to make.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Debuts New Parking Meters
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Debuts New Parking Meters

All 7,000 will ultimately be switched. Not sexy says Barrett, but he thinks public will approve.

City Hall: Police Can Soon Seize Scooters
City Hall

Police Can Soon Seize Scooters

Effective August 4. Now up to Legislature to change state law and make scooters legal.

City Hall: City Will Impound, Yet Legalize Scooters
City Hall

City Will Impound, Yet Legalize Scooters

New plan allows city to impound scooters until state law makes them legal.

The Milverine Gets a Music Video

The Milverine Gets a Music Video

Milwaukee's most famous pedestrian now has a tribute song.

Friday Photos: Legacy Lofts Rises in Lindsay Heights
Friday Photos

Legacy Lofts Rises in Lindsay Heights

Historic structure and new building will be joined to create 64 affordable apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Will Play in Fiserv Forum
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Will Play in Fiserv Forum

After multiple denials, Brookfield-based financial services company buys naming rights.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Good City Expands to Century City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Good City Expands to Century City

Craft brewery will locate its office and warehouse on 31st and Capitol in redeveloping area.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Horse Stables for Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Horse Stables for Bay View

New home for police department horses and therapy center. But does deal make sense for city?

City Hall: Police Issue First Ticket for Scooter Crash
City Hall

Police Issue First Ticket for Scooter Crash

Pedestrian on sidewalk struck by Bird scooter operator on N. Downer Ave.

City Hall: Council Delays Flag Decision
City Hall

Council Delays Flag Decision

Delegates Milwaukee Arts Board to decide if new flag needed and how to proceed.

City Hall: All Hail The “People’s Flag”
City Hall

All Hail The “People’s Flag”

Huge version of flag installed a block from City Hall just before vote on whether to adopt it.

City Hall: Zielinski Backs Scooter Operator Bird
City Hall

Zielinski Backs Scooter Operator Bird

Alderman wants city lobbyists to push for state legislation to legalize scooters.

City Hall: Committee Okays Dockless Bike Sharing
City Hall

Committee Okays Dockless Bike Sharing

LimeBike and others could operate by late August, if full council approves measure.

City Hall: City Moves to Impound Bird Scooters
City Hall

City Moves to Impound Bird Scooters

With no authority to legalize scooters, city officials move to get them off the streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Homes Planned for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Homes Planned for East Side

Sticky details delay developer's plan for three homes near Columbia St. Mary's.

Photo Gallery: The Guerrilla Grand Prix
Photo Gallery

The Guerrilla Grand Prix

New bike racing series uses an unusual track: parking garages

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Plan German-Style Holiday Market
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Plan German-Style Holiday Market

New plaza to feature Christkindlmarket from November 17th through December 31st.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Giannis Mural on South Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Giannis Mural on South Side

Milwaukee Bucks fan commissions mural of NBA super star Antetokounmpo.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City’s First Mass Timber Building Planned
Eyes on Milwaukee

City’s First Mass Timber Building Planned

New Land 's environmentally-friendly office building planned for Downtown.

Friday Photos: Vantage on the Park
Friday Photos

Vantage on the Park

Hotel-to-apartments conversion moving right along.

City Hall: City’s $3.4 Million Settlement Will Cost More?
City Hall

City’s $3.4 Million Settlement Will Cost More?

IT costs weren't factored into city settlement of ACLU suit, could increase price tag.

City Hall: Council Backs Less Mayoral Power Over FPC
City Hall

Council Backs Less Mayoral Power Over FPC

Votes 13-1 to ask state to reduce mayor's power to appoint Fire and Police leader.

City Hall: Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign
City Hall

Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign

"I want to run against Barrett," alderman says, laying out issues he will use against mayor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jeffers Saves Historic Parish House
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jeffers Saves Historic Parish House

Downtown church gets new lease on life from creative developer and state law change.

City Hall: City Sues Scooter Operator Bird
City Hall

City Sues Scooter Operator Bird

First courthouse showdown is scheduled for Friday the 13th.

Friday Photos: Meet Trestle Park
Friday Photos

Meet Trestle Park

Milwaukee's newest park, in the Third Ward, offers incredible river views.

City Hall: Should Milwaukee Elect Police Chief?
City Hall

Should Milwaukee Elect Police Chief?

Alderman Rainey's proposal gets discussion, but not much support.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Broadway Buildings Will Be Reclaimed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Broadway Buildings Will Be Reclaimed

Another historic project for David Uihlein, redoing three buildings built in 1900.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Inside the City’s Tallest Apartment Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Inside the City’s Tallest Apartment Tower

Inside the $100 million 7Seventy7 apartments, a "game changer" now opening.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Summer of Baseball Via Train
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Summer of Baseball Via Train

Is this America's best internship? Collegian tours nation's baseball stadiums by rail.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Show Off Nearly Finished Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Show Off Nearly Finished Arena

See the court, scoreboard, and Panorama Club. But naming rights? Still a secret.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dockless Scooters Are Illegal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dockless Scooters Are Illegal

City Attorney's office warns owner to cease operations on city streets, riders could face $98 fine.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dockless Scooters Debut Here
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dockless Scooters Debut Here

Company called Bird drops approximately 60 scooters on city streets; is it legal?

City Hall: Domino’s Will Pay to Pave Potholes
City Hall

Domino’s Will Pay to Pave Potholes

But pizza chain offering Milwaukee only $5,000 in what some see as a publicity stunt.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chinese Recycling Change Will Hurt City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chinese Recycling Change Will Hurt City

City's annual $870,000 loss due to change by world's largest buyer of recycled paper.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wangard, City Again at Odds on Freshwater Plaza
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wangard, City Again at Odds on Freshwater Plaza

Size of sign at issue. Meanwhile developer planning two more developments at the plaza.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Custom Fire Hydrants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Custom Fire Hydrants

City works with team to install 15 unique fire hydrants around new arena.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s First Protected Bike Lanes
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s First Protected Bike Lanes

Two bridges receive special infrastructure for bicyclists.

10 Reasons to Watch Wisconsin’s Premiere Cycling Circuit

10 Reasons to Watch Wisconsin’s Premiere Cycling Circuit

The Tour of America's Dairyland bike racing series is back. You won't want to miss it.

City Hall: Zielinski Out as Licenses Committee Chair
City Hall

Zielinski Out as Licenses Committee Chair

Did he lose the powerful post because he's running for mayor?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony Breaks Ground on New Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Symphony Breaks Ground on New Hall

$89 million music hall means "rebirth of a neighborhood" and "rebirth of the symphony."

City Hall: Adam Schlicht Confirmed as Port Director
City Hall

Adam Schlicht Confirmed as Port Director

New director envisions growing the port through international marketing, diversification.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Starts Widespread Testing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Starts Widespread Testing

Watch out, vehicle is now cruising along city streets across Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rebuilding a Vibrant Bronzeville
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rebuilding a Vibrant Bronzeville

Actor Danny Glover and many local notables celebrate new development anchored by Black Holocaust Museum.

Friday Photos: Coakley’s $6 Million Makeover
Friday Photos

Coakley’s $6 Million Makeover

The new water tower is just the cherry on top.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Monumental Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Monumental Sign

12-feet high, 33-feet wide, 10-ton sign will become selfie central outside arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MCTS Adding Art to Bus Shelters
Eyes on Milwaukee

MCTS Adding Art to Bus Shelters

County transit system's glass shelters receiving graphic art installations.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Building for Freshwater Plaza Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Building for Freshwater Plaza Moves Forward

City seeks to update design standards for Walker's Point development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 3600@Villard Project Gets City Help
Eyes on Milwaukee

3600@Villard Project Gets City Help

City cutting land sale price to facilitate affordable housing development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Permits Filed for Cambria Hotel in Westown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Permits Filed for Cambria Hotel in Westown

Say goodbye to another surface parking lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Could Foxconn Build Plants Elsewhere in Wisconsin?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Could Foxconn Build Plants Elsewhere in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin Valley director hints at possibility of fulfilling 13,000 jobs pledge at sites outside of Racine and Milwaukee.

Friday Photos: Copper Dome Emerges Downtown
Friday Photos

Copper Dome Emerges Downtown

Hammes HQ sports Jeffersonian-style design.

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat
City Hall

Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat

Meet the six candidates vying for the northwest side seat held for 18 years by Jim Bohl.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Property Owners At Odds
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Property Owners At Odds

Commercial property owners fight over the future of business improvement district.

City Hall: Council Moves to Confirm New Port Director
City Hall

Council Moves to Confirm New Port Director

Adam Schlicht has dreams of growing the port through international marketing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena Getting Custom-Painted Fire Hydrants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena Getting Custom-Painted Fire Hydrants

The 15 hydrants around the arena will get a new paint job.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sanger House Gardens Expanding
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sanger House Gardens Expanding

New structure will improve quality of events, and what's a lath house?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Michels Confirms Bay View Development Plans
Eyes on Milwaukee

Michels Confirms Bay View Development Plans

"We have some interesting ideas" for former Horny Goat brewpub site says Michels rep.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Redevelopment Planned for Milwaukee News Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Redevelopment Planned for Milwaukee News Building

Historic building was once center of Milwaukee's Newspaper Row.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Celebrates Bike to Work Week
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Celebrates Bike to Work Week

Complete Streets policy set to be introduced.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 25-Hour, 670-Load Concrete Pour for BMO Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

25-Hour, 670-Load Concrete Pour for BMO Tower

New office tower will start to climb upwards after 13,980 tons of concrete are put down.

Friday Photos: The Contour on Prospect Ave.
Friday Photos

The Contour on Prospect Ave.

Lower East Side apartment project is changing Prospect Avenue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Milwaukee Opens Second Season
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee Opens Second Season

See photos of the 21 sculptures, ribbon cutting ceremony

City Hall: Will People’s Flag Become Official Milwaukee Flag?
City Hall

Will People’s Flag Become Official Milwaukee Flag?

Trio of council members introduce resolution to change city flag.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Still Won’t Play in Fiserv Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Still Won’t Play in Fiserv Arena

Company denies that they're arena naming rights partner.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Good City Brewing Tapped for Bucks’ Live Block
Eyes on Milwaukee

Good City Brewing Tapped for Bucks’ Live Block

Local brewery will operate brewery and taproom just steps from new arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Author Chronicles Milwaukee’s Beautiful Terra Cotta
Eyes on Milwaukee

Author Chronicles Milwaukee’s Beautiful Terra Cotta

Distinctive building ornamentation exhaustively documented by Ben Tyjeski in new book.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 2018 Mayor’s Design Award Recipients
Eyes on Milwaukee

2018 Mayor’s Design Award Recipients

Twenty projects honored, ranging from new skyscraper to two new parks.

Friday Photos: The Quin Takes Shape
Friday Photos

The Quin Takes Shape

Walker's Point apartment building is scheduled to open in late 2018.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Big Development for Northwest Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Big Development for Northwest Bay View

Office complex, maybe hotel at old Horny Goat site on 1st and Becher along KK River.

City Hall: Police Reform Needed, Say Council Members
City Hall

Police Reform Needed, Say Council Members

Brown incident proves problem, changes needed, Hamilton, Coggs say at press conference.

City Hall: Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
City Hall

Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job

And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Renderings for Streetcar Extensions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Renderings for Streetcar Extensions

See conceptual plans for how The Hop could integrate with Bronzeville, Walker's Point

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Beat Hiring Goals on Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Beat Hiring Goals on Arena

Arena project has created at least 800 jobs for under-employed city residents.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Is Bucks Live Block Good Urbanism?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Is Bucks Live Block Good Urbanism?

Council committee debates merits of new building for Old World Third St., gateway to arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Advances Streetcar Extension Plans
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Advances Streetcar Extension Plans

What will streetcar extensions look like in Walker's Point and Bronzeville?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City, State Selling Site Near Train Station
Eyes on Milwaukee

City, State Selling Site Near Train Station

Alderman wants to see transit-oriented development.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena 95% Complete; See Inside
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena 95% Complete; See Inside

And oh, the atrium, the locker rooms, the media interview room!

Book Club: The Color of Law
Book Club

The Color of Law

Urban Milwaukee book club reads history of how government segregated America.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Street Will Become Two Way
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Street Will Become Two Way

Remaining portion of one-way street to be converted to two-way traffic for safety, ease of access.

City Hall: Mayor, Council Play Musical Chairs
City Hall

Mayor, Council Play Musical Chairs

New appointments open door for Ald. Jim Bohl to leave his elected position for lobbyist job.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Breaking Ground for Five Fifty Ultra Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Breaking Ground for Five Fifty Ultra Lofts

Project is a major milestone for the city, Bucks and local bucks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Washington Heights Ribbon Cutting
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Washington Heights Ribbon Cutting

Music school opens in formerly vacant building on 47th and Vliet.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Arts and Culture Building Boom
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Arts and Culture Building Boom

Symphony, Ballet, Discovery World and Art Museum expansions transforming the city.

Friday Photos: New Walker’s Point Middle School
Friday Photos

New Walker’s Point Middle School

United Community Center building new school near existing campus.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet the Finalists for Democratic National Convention
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet the Finalists for Democratic National Convention

Milwaukee, the first to announce, is one of eight cities bidding.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Milwaukee Installation Begins
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee Installation Begins

Sculptures for world-class art exhibition begin arriving on Wisconsin Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Breaks Ground on New Building
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.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Symphony’s Grand Theatre Plan Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Symphony’s Grand Theatre Plan Moves Forward

Council, Plan Commission okay separate parts of development transforming W. Wisconsin Ave.

City Hall: Stop-and-Frisk Suit Could Cost $6 Million
City Hall

Stop-and-Frisk Suit Could Cost $6 Million

Council members struggle with the rising price tag. Will they approve settlement?

City Hall: City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
City Hall

City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue

N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vacant Lowe’s To Be Distribution Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vacant Lowe’s To Be Distribution Center

Phoenix Investors will convert Midtown property vacant since 2009.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Old World Third St. Bar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Old World Third St. Bar

Live Block plans updated to include 2,045-square-foot building alongside beer garden.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Renderings, Restaurants for Urbanite
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Renderings, Restaurants for Urbanite

More details emerge about the 13-story, 153-unit East Side apartment tower.

The Crazy “Bay View Prius Lady”

The Crazy “Bay View Prius Lady”

72-year-old reckless driver now has song, music video by local band Two and a Half Stars.

Friday Photos: The Urbanite Rises
Friday Photos

The Urbanite Rises

Farwell Ave. high rise adds 153 residences to Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Strip Club To Finally Open
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Strip Club To Finally Open

Owners tout "the trendiest, sexiest, most exclusive, topless, full alcohol Gentlemen’s Club."

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments Along Streetcar Route
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments Along Streetcar Route

Developer buys mostly-vacant office building at 828 N. Broadway, plans redevelopment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Symphony Plan for Grand Theatre
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Symphony Plan for Grand Theatre

Musical chairs-style land swap will clear way for movie theater's expansion for MSO.

Eyes on Milwaukee: V. Marchese Adding 50 to 100 Jobs
Eyes on Milwaukee

V. Marchese Adding 50 to 100 Jobs

City committee's land sale approval facilitates company's expansion in Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Installed Outside City Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Installed Outside City Hall

18-foot-tall work by Tony Cragg, an anonymous gift, was in the 2017 Sculpture MKE exhibit.

Eyes On Milwaukee: Pabst Mansion Celebrates Its Survival
Eyes On Milwaukee

Pabst Mansion Celebrates Its Survival

Unique Gilded Age mansion built in 1892 almost became a parking lot 40 years ago.

Friday Photos: The Brewery is Nearly Complete
Friday Photos

The Brewery is Nearly Complete

Abandoned brewery now a vibrant, urban neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Won’t Play in Fiserv Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Won’t Play in Fiserv Arena

Naming rights don't interest financial tech company, but it may build new headquarters here.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MKE Film Starts Oriental Theatre Prep Work
Eyes on Milwaukee

MKE Film Starts Oriental Theatre Prep Work

First phase is all about the big necessity.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Bridges Cause Mounting Traffic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Bridges Cause Mounting Traffic

Bridge openings stop traffic for nearly 4.5 hours on busy days. City mulls policy changes.

City Hall: 4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
City Hall

4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.

Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City to Host National Conference
Eyes on Milwaukee

City to Host National Conference

Officials want to show off solutions to urban blight at Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Breaks Ground on Educational Center
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Breaks Ground on Educational Center

Science hall centering on artificial intelligence will be used by all students.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Housing for Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Housing for Third Ward

Developer Robert Joseph plans building on two surface parking lots.

Friday Photos: The North End is Nearly Finished
Friday Photos

The North End is Nearly Finished

Fifth phase is the final piece of the puzzle for the Mandel Group.

City Hall: The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
City Hall

The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips

"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.

Gallery Night: Old Milwaukee at Urban Milwaukee Store
Gallery Night

Old Milwaukee at Urban Milwaukee Store

Gallery exhibit to feature the grittier Milwaukee of years past.

Friday Photos: A Drury Hotel for Downtown
Friday Photos

A Drury Hotel for Downtown

National chain's Drury Plaza Hotel being created in historic 1928 building.

Book Club: Automating Inequality
Book Club

Automating Inequality

Learn -- and discuss -- how government automation is failing society's most vulnerable.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will Foxconn Employ Any Milwaukeeans?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will Foxconn Employ Any Milwaukeeans?

Despite nearly $4.1 billion subsidy, company only has goals, not mandates for hiring.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Has Added 11,450 Housing Units
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Has Added 11,450 Housing Units

All under Barrett, all since 2004. But what about the rest of the city?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Multiple Tower Groundbreakings in 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee

Multiple Tower Groundbreakings in 2018

Couture, 1550 are in the works, but what about another lakefront tower?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Home for Artists on Mitchell St.
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Home for Artists on Mitchell St.

Ryan Pattee will redevelop and lease building on 11th and Mitchell to artists and entrepreneurs.

Friday Photos: Nine10 at Land Place
Friday Photos

Nine10 at Land Place

New apartment building rising on sleepy East Side street.

7 Election Takeaways

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided

Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided

A breakdown of everything on Milwaukee ballots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View’s White House Officially Historic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View’s White House Officially Historic

City's Historic Preservation Commission gives tavern a temporary historic designation.

Friday Photos: City Place Apartments Rising
Friday Photos

City Place Apartments Rising

MANDI-winning developer Kalan Haywood's new venture is taking shape in Halyard Park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Redeveloping The Fortress
Eyes on Milwaukee

Redeveloping The Fortress

Massive downtown factory becoming 132 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commuter Rail to Foxconn Proposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commuter Rail to Foxconn Proposed

Bauman proposes new train from 35th and Capitol to Highway 11 in Racine County.

City Hall: Milwaukee Bans Conversion Therapy
City Hall

Milwaukee Bans Conversion Therapy

Controversial therapy tries to transform LGBT teens into heterosexuals.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couture Could Break Ground This Summer
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couture Could Break Ground This Summer

Barrett Lo company reaffirms Findorff as general contractor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Presents First Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Presents First Streetcar

Streetcar arrives and runs on city streets for the first time in 60 years.

Friday Photos: The Grainery Apartments
Friday Photos

The Grainery Apartments

Winograd adding floors and apartments to long-vacant building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee

Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.

Friday Photos: BMO Tower is Ready to Rise
Friday Photos

BMO Tower is Ready to Rise

Take in the rare view of City Hall before 25-story tower rises.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee

Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Dixon Blames Wolf Peach’s Operator for Closing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dixon Blames Wolf Peach’s Operator for Closing

Wolf Peach investor says its operator is "almost delusional" and OMC story is "fictional."

Eyes on Milwaukee: “The Yards” Design Gets a Thumbs Up
Eyes on Milwaukee

“The Yards” Design Gets a Thumbs Up

A "gorgeous building" with "really nice design elements," one commissioner raves.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Wiegand Transforming Near West Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Wiegand Transforming Near West Side

Developer turning former school into hotel, empty office complex into food and beverage hub.

Friday Photos: From Hotel to Home in East Town
Friday Photos

From Hotel to Home in East Town

Park East Hotel becoming Vantage on the Park apartments.

Urban Guide: 48 Hours in Wintry Chicago
Urban Guide

48 Hours in Wintry Chicago

A winter getaway to a cold city? Yes, and here's how to maximize your fun.

Eyes on Milwaukee: St. James Church Project Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

St. James Church Project Approved

New apartment building will rise behind historic church.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee Brewing Rises in Pabst Footprint
Friday Photos

Milwaukee Brewing Rises in Pabst Footprint

Beer shipping facility becoming beer brewing facility.

City Hall: City Will Contest Foxconn Power Deal
City Hall

City Will Contest Foxconn Power Deal

City Attorney will contest $117 million Foxconn subsidy charged to We Energies customers.

Eyes on Milwaukee: John Ridley Opening Movie Studio
Eyes on Milwaukee

John Ridley Opening Movie Studio

Oscar-winning, Milwaukee-born movie maker aims to transform city's film scene.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 City Projects Get WHEDA Tax Credits
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 City Projects Get WHEDA Tax Credits

Credits push forward projects with 311 units, more development across the city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “The Yards” Proposed for Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

“The Yards” Proposed for Walker’s Point

5-story mixed-use building with 87 apartment units on booming S. 2nd St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Plan Builds 10,000 Affordable Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Plan Builds 10,000 Affordable Homes

Ambitious plan is centerpiece of mayor's State-of-the-City speech. Will council support it?

City Hall: McManus Lays Out Three Priorities for Health Department
City Hall

McManus Lays Out Three Priorities for Health Department

Baker issues a statement defending his actions. Are city hospitals going to close?

Friday Photos: The Quin Climbs
Friday Photos

The Quin Climbs

More apartments, commercial space for Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Legislature Partially Restores Historic Preservation Program
Eyes on Milwaukee

Legislature Partially Restores Historic Preservation Program

Has state finally decided on new rules for program or will they continue to make changes?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on SEVEN04 Place
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on SEVEN04 Place

Complicated Walker's Point project is moving forward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming

Cream City Hostel will open on border of Riverwest and Harambee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Bidding for Democratic National Convention
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Bidding for Democratic National Convention

What will the city pitch to Democratic Party?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Art Gallery and Studio Space Coming to Harambee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Art Gallery and Studio Space Coming to Harambee

City-owned building will be redeveloped on N. Port Washington Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Revitalizing Silver City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Revitalizing Silver City

New restaurant will anchor redeveloped building on W. National Ave.

Vote for Supreme Court, County Board Tuesday

Vote for Supreme Court, County Board Tuesday

One county board race and a hotly contested race for state's highest court.

Friday Photos: Bay View’s New Vue Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Bay View’s New Vue Takes Shape

Apartments now available at five-story, 69 unit complex.

City Hall: Mayor Allows Interim Health Leader
City Hall

Mayor Allows Interim Health Leader

Returns file to the council unsigned, opens door to approval of McManus.

City Hall: Will Mayor Confirm Health Commissioner?
City Hall

Will Mayor Confirm Health Commissioner?

Newly-appointed Patricia McManus still needs confirmation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Real Estate VP Buys Countertop Company
Eyes on Milwaukee

Real Estate VP Buys Countertop Company

Former Mandel exec will own and run Keystone Marble & Granite in Riverwest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
Eyes on Milwaukee

HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group

SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.

City Hall: No Strip Club for Riverwest
City Hall

No Strip Club for Riverwest

Owners of Tha Circle cite miscommunication, withdraw application.

City Hall: HUD Halts City Lead Treatment Program
City Hall

HUD Halts City Lead Treatment Program

Barrett requested review; temporary stop work order cites possible lead hazards.

Eyes on Milwaukee: St. Rita Square Development Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

St. Rita Square Development Advances

Lower East Side project boasts new church, two six-story buildings, 118 senior apartments.

Friday Photos: Tower Rises Through the Snow
Friday Photos

Tower Rises Through the Snow

Friday's snowstorm didn't stop work on new east-side high rise.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Moving Downtown Offices
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Moving Downtown Offices

Will 27th and WI site be selected? State planning $50 million building.

City Hall: Taxis Will Be “At Your Own Risk”
City Hall

Taxis Will Be “At Your Own Risk”

State "deregulation" bill would also put hundreds of local cab drivers out of work.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Plan Provides Amtrak Service for Foxconn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Plan Provides Amtrak Service for Foxconn

DOT has plan and Ald. Bauman pushes it, demanding Walker address it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Apartments, Retail for Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Apartments, Retail for Walker’s Point

Wangard development is compromise between city, developer and alderman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxconn HQ In Downtown Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxconn HQ In Downtown Milwaukee

Company building Racine area plant coming here to attract talent, grow new business line.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Appoints McManus Interim Health Leader
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Appoints McManus Interim Health Leader

She'll be interim commissioner. Says city's failure to send letters about lead was "deliberate."

Eyes on Milwaukee: 27th and Wisconsin Project Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

27th and Wisconsin Project Moves Forward

Common Council, DCD and Near West Side Partners agree on land sale

Eyes on Milwaukee: St. James Project Stuck in Committee
Eyes on Milwaukee

St. James Project Stuck in Committee

Developer would redevelop church, but can't get past Historic Preservation Commission.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Withdraws Nannis Nomination
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Withdraws Nannis Nomination

Interim Health Dept leader at issue, as City Hall infighting hits new highs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Releases Contractor Gun Photo
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Releases Contractor Gun Photo

Third high-profile incident for contractor, $1.4 million in lost contracts.

Friday Photos: Hammes HQ Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Hammes HQ Takes Shape

Building is a welcome change from a vacant lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Building for Bronzeville
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Building for Bronzeville

Apartments and medical clinic coming to N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Huge Project for 27th and Wisconsin?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Huge Project for 27th and Wisconsin?

Near West Side Partners buying entire block, hypes development, wants free city land.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Report Finds Health Dept. Problems
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Report Finds Health Dept. Problems

Records missing for 30 homes with lead problems. Funding, staff reductions an issue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Could Reject Interim Health Leader
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Could Reject Interim Health Leader

Eight aldermen question legality of Nannis appointment to run Health Department.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Another Contractor Caught With Gun
Eyes on Milwaukee

Another Contractor Caught With Gun

Another American Sewer worker caught with a gun, company forfeits another contract.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nominations Open for Mayor’s Design Awards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nominations Open for Mayor’s Design Awards

21st annual program will honor everything from new towers to pocket parks.

Friday Photos: The Climbing Contour
Friday Photos

The Climbing Contour

Lower East Side apartment building is redefining N. Prospect Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Join Me for Bublr Winter Bike Olympics
Eyes on Milwaukee

Join Me for Bublr Winter Bike Olympics

Bike sharing system issues February riding challenge. It's easier than you think.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes
Eyes on Milwaukee

$750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes

Solutions to city's lead laterals expensive and not simple, council members find.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Wants Downtown Parking Security
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Wants Downtown Parking Security

40% of downtown crimes are vehicle break-ins. Council demands safety measures.

Photo Gallery: The Return of George Washington
Photo Gallery

The Return of George Washington

3,000-pound statue of first president restored, returned to median on Wisconsin Ave.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Responds to Lead Crisis
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Responds to Lead Crisis

Following Health Dept fallout, nine bills introduced to address lead poisoning issues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Republican Bill Deregulates Taxis
Eyes on Milwaukee

Republican Bill Deregulates Taxis

All city regulations would be moot, including background checks on drivers by police.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cristo Rey H.S. Gets First Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cristo Rey H.S. Gets First Approval

Jesuit school would expand to 500 students, move to old grocery at 1818 W. National Ave.

Friday Photos: Jackson Rising
Friday Photos

Jackson Rising

Latest addition to N. Jackson St. getting facade installed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Won’t Get Amazon Headquarters
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Won’t Get Amazon Headquarters

Amazon eliminates Milwaukee, 207 other applicants bidding for its second headquarters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Grills Mayor, City Health Staff
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Grills Mayor, City Health Staff

Tense meeting with unprecedented scrutiny of mayor and few answers from staff.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Launches Health Dept. Probe
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Launches Health Dept. Probe

In wake of Bevan Baker's ouster, council investigating Barrett administration decisions.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Settles with American Sewer
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Settles with American Sewer

Embattled firm loses nearly $1 million in work.

Book Club: Urban Milwaukee’s Book Club Returns
Book Club

Urban Milwaukee’s Book Club Returns

Influential book for discussion, Human Transit, by man Elon Musk called "an idiot."

Eyes on Milwaukee: How The Library Can Save You $750
Eyes on Milwaukee

How The Library Can Save You $750

Or more. Per year. A guide to reclaiming your tax dollars.

Friday Photos: Chroma Heads to Completion
Friday Photos

Chroma Heads to Completion

Final phase of The North End moves towards completion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Ousts Bevan Baker Over Lead Fiasco
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Ousts Bevan Baker Over Lead Fiasco

Failure to notify families of lead-poisoned children at issue; aldermen outraged.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Vignette at The North End
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Vignette at The North End

Amenities galore: A pool, mini-bowling lanes and direct riverwalk access.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Washington Heights the Next Bay View?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Washington Heights the Next Bay View?

Developer Ryan Pattee has seen the future and it's on the West Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: NM Tower Hired 800 City Residents
Eyes on Milwaukee

NM Tower Hired 800 City Residents

Tower project also gives $127 million in contracts to disadvantaged small businesses.

Friday Photos: A Downtown Teardown
Friday Photos

A Downtown Teardown

BMO parking garage going down so 25-story tower can go up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City May Contest Foxconn Electricity Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

City May Contest Foxconn Electricity Deal

Bauman, Kovac call We Energies deal "hypocrisy"; City Attorney may challenge it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Kills Contracts With American Sewer
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Kills Contracts With American Sewer

Council moves to subpoena owner, Donovan walks out of heated discussion about racism.

Photo Gallery: Plunging into Lake Michigan
Photo Gallery

Plunging into Lake Michigan

Br-r-r. Despite temperatures near zero, hundreds still took the plunge.

Friday Photos: Downtown Office Tower Becoming Apartments
Friday Photos

Downtown Office Tower Becoming Apartments

More residential development downtown. Wells Fargo will remain on first floor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 Most Popular Stories of 2017
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 Most Popular Stories of 2017

A second lakefront tower, a mini-High Line and other favorite stories.

Now Serving: Top 10 Dining Stories of 2017
Now Serving

Top 10 Dining Stories of 2017

What did readers most care about? The results may surprise you.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?

Yes, according to ATC spokesperson. Ald. Robert Bauman wants city to investigate issue.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services
Eyes on Milwaukee

Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services

"Yes, I support a termination of his contract, and I wish I could do it immediately..." says Alderman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Should City Buy 500 Acres in Racine County?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Should City Buy 500 Acres in Racine County?

Council resolution would order city to study buying land for Foxconn City.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s Tallest Apartment Building Tops Off
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s Tallest Apartment Building Tops Off

NM's 34-floor tower has ceremonial tree lifted to roof to celebrate.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation Tax Credits Survive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation Tax Credits Survive

Republican tax plan changes program, but doesn't eliminate it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Jim Sullivan Will Head County Parks
Eyes on Milwaukee

Jim Sullivan Will Head County Parks

Former state senator is new parks director, will be assisted by Jim Tarantino.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed

Common Council passes ban unanimously, and orders study of ending outside contracting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: WageWorks Moving Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

WageWorks Moving Downtown

California company will relocate 150 employees from Mequon to Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $65 Million Spent on Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

$65 Million Spent on Streetcar

Construction of track is 90 percent complete, project ahead of schedule.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing

Head of company with gun, KKK issues, a no-show. Angry council members promise action.

Friday Photos: The Quin Rises
Friday Photos

The Quin Rises

Laying the foundation for 70 new apartments in Walker's Point

Eyes on Milwaukee: Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?

Committee explores annexing portion of Racine County for a satellite city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Affordable Housing Plan Inches Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Affordable Housing Plan Inches Forward

But proposal has been narrowed, will only affect city-financed projects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Live Block Eliminates Performance Space
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Live Block Eliminates Performance Space

Revisions also aim to improve urban feel of area.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The “S Block” Conceptually Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

The “S Block” Conceptually Approved

Seven-story building proposed for the heart of downtown in historic district.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Labor Groups Rally Against KKK Supporter
Eyes on Milwaukee

Labor Groups Rally Against KKK Supporter

"We'll shout the fascists down, Milwaukee is a union town."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Approves Boutique Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Approves Boutique Hotel

New Art House Hotel could open by June in historic 1898 building on Marshall St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Officials Delay St. James Church Proposal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Officials Delay St. James Church Proposal

City historic commission votes to hold plan for new apartments near 9th and Wisconsin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Worker With KKK Cooler Fired
Eyes on Milwaukee

Worker With KKK Cooler Fired

City official says American Sewer Services fired worker, a member of Laborers Local 113.

Photo Gallery: 500 Black Tuxedos
Photo Gallery

500 Black Tuxedos

Upscale event connects teens with role models and a world they mightn't otherwise see.

Friday Photos: Marquette Building Up and Tearing Down
Friday Photos

Marquette Building Up and Tearing Down

University is building new residence hall, while demolishing other buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Contractor’s Worker Displays KKK Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Contractor’s Worker Displays KKK Sign

Contractor whose workers showed their guns now connected to cooler with white supremacist signs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy

Alderman said he knew of city employees carrying firearms, but has failed to report them.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?

Proposal causes fierce Common Council debate. Plus: Bauman slams city attorneys.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Panel Okays Live Block Shrinkage
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Panel Okays Live Block Shrinkage

Bucks change plan: complex will have beer, but may not have a brewery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couture Seeks Commercial Tenants
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couture Seeks Commercial Tenants

44-story apartment tower will have 40,000 square left for a grocer, restaurants, medical office.

Friday Photos: The New Brewery
Friday Photos

The New Brewery

Historic brewery finds new life as urban neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zielinski Will Run for Mayor
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zielinski Will Run for Mayor

Alderman declares for mayor, two years before the election, and police union endorses him.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Delays Action On Shopping Carts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Delays Action On Shopping Carts

Stores need more notice, they decide, on ordinance requiring locks on all carts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Waukesha Water Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Waukesha Water Deal

Only one alderman objects to 40-year, $286 million deal.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Overrides Most of Mayor’s Vetoes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Overrides Most of Mayor’s Vetoes

Bauman accuses Barrett of false promises, Stamper calls mayor "disingenuous."

Friday Photos: Chroma Rises
Friday Photos

Chroma Rises

The final piece of The North End is coming together.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For

These five people are making Milwaukee a better place for all.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Waukesha Water Deal
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Waukesha Water Deal

Key council committee approves largest collaborative deal in region's history.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Two Schools To Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Two Schools To Become Apartments

Empty MPS buildings will find new life as housing, including a 60-unit complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Issues Three Budget Vetoes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Issues Three Budget Vetoes

Will council override Barrett? They'll have to decide next Tuesday.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Gives Masonic Center Historic Status
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Gives Masonic Center Historic Status

Humphrey Scottish Rite Masonic Center gets designation, despite masons' opposition.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks’ Live Block Connector Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks’ Live Block Connector Approved

City committee okays entertainment center connecting directly to nearby bar district.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Panel Okays Oak and Loc Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Panel Okays Oak and Loc Complex

Unanimous vote allows controversial East Side apartment project to move forward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves Brady St. Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves Brady St. Building

Zoning committee gives thumbs up to land sale and project with modern design.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena 68% Complete
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena 68% Complete

Our photos capture it. See inside one of 34 suites in the new arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked
Eyes on Milwaukee

Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked

A blueprint for change or too vague and hard to understand? Council members wrangle.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who Wants To Market The Streetcar?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who Wants To Market The Streetcar?

City hiring outside vendor to brand and promote "The Hop."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Good and Bad News for Historic Preservation
Eyes on Milwaukee

Good and Bad News for Historic Preservation

House tax plan kills it, but Senate amendment restores it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Preservation Park Opens Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Preservation Park Opens Downtown

The new park, located in The Brewery, honors area's blue ribbon history.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s Tallest Apartment Building
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s Tallest Apartment Building

Northwestern Mutual's 7Seventy7 building towers over nearby Cathedral Square Park.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Atty Says Affordable Housing Plan Illegal
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Atty Says Affordable Housing Plan Illegal

Will legal opinion kill the proposal? Or can Bauman and company rework the language?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Will Fund Walker’s Point Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Will Fund Walker’s Point Project

$525,000 for affordable housing project at 7th and National.

Eyes on Milwaukee: BMO Harris Breaks Ground On 25-Story Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

BMO Harris Breaks Ground On 25-Story Tower

$132 million office tower across from City Hall will be Milwaukee's 12th tallest building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation in Peril
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation in Peril

Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Affordable Housing in Every Major Project?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Affordable Housing in Every Major Project?

Proposal would require it for any project with 20 or more units. Will developers oppose it?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena Apartment Complex Grows
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena Apartment Complex Grows

Park 7 Lofts plan tweaked to add more units, other changes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Apartments Planned At St. James Church
Eyes on Milwaukee

Apartments Planned At St. James Church

Seven-floor apartment complex just off Wisconsin Ave. would also save church.

Friday Photos: Farwell Tower Rises
Friday Photos

Farwell Tower Rises

13-story tower will soon tower over nearby buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves $1.5 Billion Budget
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves $1.5 Billion Budget

Despite changes by council, budget still eliminates 27 police officers, 75 firefighters.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Disparity Study, More Cops
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Disparity Study, More Cops

Compromise proposal funds study of gender, race disparities and five new police recruits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Work Starts on BMO Harris Bank Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Work Starts on BMO Harris Bank Tower

Irgens is developing and Kahler Slater designing 25-story tower for bank near City Hall.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds

Conversion of old ice cream factory died many times before work could begin.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ascendant Buys Masonic Temple for Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ascendant Buys Masonic Temple for Hotel

Controversial hotel project on Van Buren St. takes big step.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn

10-5 vote means city lobbyist must seek state law giving council power to fire chiefs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Modern Brady Street Building Approved by Historic Commission
Eyes on Milwaukee

Modern Brady Street Building Approved by Historic Commission

Historic commission staff tried to hold modern building, but commissioners overruled.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Empty Storefronts Conference Scores Again
Eyes on Milwaukee

Empty Storefronts Conference Scores Again

Annual conference on how to revitalize main street back in Milwaukee for its third year.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Holding Streetcar Planning Meetings Saturday
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Holding Streetcar Planning Meetings Saturday

Meetings will focus on future plans for Walker's Point, Bronzeville

Friday Photos: Classical Dome Appears Downtown
Friday Photos

Classical Dome Appears Downtown

Hammes Co.'s new headquarters distinctive design clearly visible.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on The Legacy Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on The Legacy Lofts

Project will redevelop former central city ice cream factory.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hyatt Place Hotel Tops Off
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hyatt Place Hotel Tops Off

Hotel will open near arena in July 2018.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Say Goodbye to Cash on The Bus
Eyes on Milwaukee

Say Goodbye to Cash on The Bus

MCTS unveils mobile payment app. Bus riding may never be the same.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil Arena Parking Garage
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil Arena Parking Garage

New garage to include tailgating, fast exits, glassy stairways and direct arena access.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Theater Group Buying Former Town Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Theater Group Buying Former Town Hall

Quasimondo will buy "fabulous" building on N. 35th St. from the city.

Members Only Event: Join Us at Gathering Place Brewing
Members Only Event

Join Us at Gathering Place Brewing

Urban Milwaukee's latest Beer Bash features a private tour and a free beer at Riverwest's new brewery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Sell Water to Waukesha
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Sell Water to Waukesha

After years of debate, Waukesha and Milwaukee strike a historic, 40-year deal.

Friday Photos: Jackson Street’s New Rhythm
Friday Photos

Jackson Street’s New Rhythm

New Land developing building behind the new Rhythm apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Boston Store to be Cut in Half
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Boston Store to be Cut in Half

Its corporate owner Bon-Ton will downsize store, but could be good news for city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Building for Brady St.
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Building for Brady St.

New apartments and cafe for Brady Street's only vacant lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: See Streetcar Floors Made Locally
Eyes on Milwaukee

See Streetcar Floors Made Locally

Mayor tours Cudahy factory that is making -- and donating -- the floors for Milwaukee's Streetcar.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Milwaukee A Big Success
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee A Big Success

Wisconsin Ave. program brought people to the city, activated the street and sold art.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zielinski Again Attacks Mayor, Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zielinski Again Attacks Mayor, Streetcar

And again his math doesn't add up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Panel Approves Oak and Loc Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Panel Approves Oak and Loc Project

5 story, 55-unit apartment building slated for busy corner, but some neighbors oppose it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Unveils $34 Million Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Unveils $34 Million Building

Four-story academic building to be funded by largest alumni gift in school history.

Friday Photos: The Griot
Friday Photos

The Griot

New apartment complex, new Black Holocaust Museum, revitalized Bronzeville.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zielinski Bashes Barrett, Flynn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zielinski Bashes Barrett, Flynn

And Ald. Borkowski joins in, bashing the budget of "Rip Van Barrett."

Eyes on Milwaukee: How a Great Documentary Was Made
Eyes on Milwaukee

How a Great Documentary Was Made

Milwaukee Film Fest favorite explores the shooting of Dontre Hamilton. How was it made?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Start Construction on Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Start Construction on Apartments

Park 7 Lofts, with 107 units, will be built as part of new arena complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Votes for Authority to Fire Flynn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Votes for Authority to Fire Flynn

Requests state law giving them power to fire police and fire chiefs. Mayor promises a veto.

Friday Photos: The Contour
Friday Photos

The Contour

Urban infill for former surface parking lot.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fundraising Begins for Riverwest Bublr Station
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fundraising Begins for Riverwest Bublr Station

Crowdfunding campaign would bring extension of bike sharing system north into Riverwest.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Landline
Milwaukee Film Festival

Landline

Closing night film is certain to be a crowd pleaser.

Milwaukee Film Festival: ACORN and the Firestorm
Milwaukee Film Festival

ACORN and the Firestorm

What caused the downfall of a 500,000 member organization?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Alderman Wants Madison Job
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Alderman Wants Madison Job

Jim Bohl is a finalist for Madison government job, could get up to a $40,000 raise.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Suburban-Style Store for Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Suburban-Style Store for Walker’s Point

Sherwin Williams paint store with ho-hum design will be plunked next to Cermak Market.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 190 Apartments for Sherman Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

190 Apartments for Sherman Park

$60 million, multi-phase development planned for former factory near 33rd and Center.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Good Hope Library Deal Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Good Hope Library Deal Approved

Northwest side to get new library and 65 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Potawatomi Gives $10 Million To Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Potawatomi Gives $10 Million To Streetcar

Streetcar will be known as The Hop; Potawatomi gift means no operation costs for city.

Friday Photos: 7Seventy7 Hits the Heights
Friday Photos

7Seventy7 Hits the Heights

Northwestern Mutual's second new tower continues to climb higher.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena On Budget, On Schedule
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena On Budget, On Schedule

Plus, who are the two tenants slated to move to the Live Block?

Milwaukee Film Festival: Life of the Party
Milwaukee Film Festival

Life of the Party

Locally made comedy is centered around a wedding reception... in a West Allis bowling alley.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ald. Hamilton’s City Hall Power Play
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ald. Hamilton’s City Hall Power Play

Michael Murphy now finds himself on the outside looking in. Why?

Milwaukee Film Festival: Manlife
Milwaukee Film Festival

Manlife

What did that sign on Interstate 94 actually mean?

Friday Photos: Marquette’s New Residence Hall Towers Above
Friday Photos

Marquette’s New Residence Hall Towers Above

Nearly 1,000 Marquette students will call the complex home starting next year.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Chasing Bubbles
Milwaukee Film Festival

Chasing Bubbles

Would you sail around the world with only "Sailing for Dummies" as a guide?

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves Funds for Sherman Park Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves Funds for Sherman Park Project

New market will open in former bank.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Passes Gettelman Deal That Will Save One Building, Demolish Others
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Passes Gettelman Deal That Will Save One Building, Demolish Others

MillerCoors will demolish historic brewery structures featured prominently in their marketing.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Roller Life
Milwaukee Film Festival

Roller Life

Step into the fast-paced, bump-and-grind world of roller derby.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Mackie Flats
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Mackie Flats

See how Jeffers and Continuum gave new life to a Milwaukee icon.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves East Side High Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves East Side High Rise

After over a year of debate, the 27-story building is moving forward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Introduces Difficult 2018 Budget
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Introduces Difficult 2018 Budget

Budget would raise taxes, cut public safety to grapple with state shared revenue reduction.

5 Films to See at Milwaukee Film Festival

5 Films to See at Milwaukee Film Festival

Don't miss these 5 films, including one that will hit particularly close to home.

Friday Photos: Live Block Work Starts in Deer District
Friday Photos

Live Block Work Starts in Deer District

Work begins on entertainment complex next to new arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Coakley Installs Artistic Water Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Coakley Installs Artistic Water Tower

Massive makeover of warehouse will include a shining beacon.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Walker Veto Decimates Historic Preservation
Eyes on Milwaukee

Walker Veto Decimates Historic Preservation

Veto will make real estate development harder in Milwaukee and other cities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves East Side Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves East Side Tower

Real test will come at the Common Council next week.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Former MPS School to Become Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Former MPS School to Become Hotel

Ambassador Hotel will turn classrooms into suites.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sherman Phoenix Continues to Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sherman Phoenix Continues to Rise

Committee approves financing support for Sherman Park market.

Photo Gallery: PARK(ing) Day Enlivens Downtown
Photo Gallery

PARK(ing) Day Enlivens Downtown

See the many different temporary parks built across downtown.

Friday Photos: New Downtown Brewery
Friday Photos

New Downtown Brewery

Milwaukee Brewing Co. is repurposing a former Pabst shipping facility.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Celebrate PARK(ing) Day Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Celebrate PARK(ing) Day Downtown

International event will turn 11 parking strips into temporary parks.

Friday Photos: Vim and Vigor at The Brewery
Friday Photos

Vim and Vigor at The Brewery

Two new apartment buildings are rising up, while another one is cancelled.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Republicans Heap Hate On Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Republicans Heap Hate On Streetcar

Three different legislative changes to oppose the project; all will have no impact.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Chooses Streetcar Operator
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Chooses Streetcar Operator

French company Transdev will operate streetcar for $3.6 million a year.

Friday Photos: New Grand Avenue Apartments
Friday Photos

New Grand Avenue Apartments

Plankinton Arcade becoming apartments is significant step in mall's transformation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Locomotives for Amtrak
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Locomotives for Amtrak

Will provide big benefit to other Midwestern states, why not Wisconsin?

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Bublr Bus Pass Created
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Bublr Bus Pass Created

County transit system and Bublr create new pass for both a bus and bike ride.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Ways to Improve the Riverwalk
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Ways to Improve the Riverwalk

Riverwalk should be a marquee attraction, but won't be without these fixes.

Friday Photos: Chroma Climbing
Friday Photos

Chroma Climbing

Final phase of The North End is taking shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Top Off New Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Top Off New Arena

4,400-pound steel beam symbolizes the peak of new arena's construction.

Crowdfunding: Help Project Rebuild Sherman Park
Crowdfunding

Help Project Rebuild Sherman Park

Sherman Phoenix would create vibrant public market with a dozen vendors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Northwestern Mutual Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Northwestern Mutual Tower

The state's biggest office building is a stunner, as our story and photos reveal.

Friday Photo: Bay Vue Rising
Friday Photo

Bay Vue Rising

Newest apartment building in Bay View is nearing completion.

DanceMKE: Stage Set for Contest Finale
DanceMKE

Stage Set for Contest Finale

Last three groups punch their tickets to the finals.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sherman Park Project Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sherman Park Project Moves Forward

Sherman Phoenix project will rise from ashes of old bank with small city grant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Commission Approves 27-Story Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Commission Approves 27-Story Tower

Madison developer revives 27-story proposal on Prospect next to Goll House.

Friday Photos: Mercantile Building’s Glassy Addition
Friday Photos

Mercantile Building’s Glassy Addition

New addition to historic building is poised to open soon.

Friday Photos: Farwell Tower Emerges
Friday Photos

Farwell Tower Emerges

Core of 13-story apartment building emerges on Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Millions of Dollars of Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Millions of Dollars of Development

New construction for Downtown, East Side, Bay View, Menomonee Valley and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves BRT Route Restrictions
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves BRT Route Restrictions

Learn more about what alderman Bauman claims is a route worth studying

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Gateway Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Gateway Approved

But not before Zielinski introduced an amendment that some claim would have derailed project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Still Upset with Chief Flynn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Still Upset with Chief Flynn

"Damn right hold it again" proclaims alderman Bob Donovan. Council wants more control of chief.

Friday Photos: NM’s 777 Now Known As 7Seventy7
Friday Photos

NM’s 777 Now Known As 7Seventy7

Apartment tower continues to climb up the city's skyline.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxconn Loves Wisconsin, Walker
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxconn Loves Wisconsin, Walker

Gou says governor is top reason Foxconn coming. Abele has county site in play.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves Raft of Projects
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves Raft of Projects

New construction for Downtown, East Side, Bay View, Menomonee Valley and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MKE Brewing Co. Celebrates New Brewery
Eyes on Milwaukee

MKE Brewing Co. Celebrates New Brewery

Breaks ground on new brewery with twice the capacity and rooftop beer garden.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments for Oak and Loc
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments for Oak and Loc

Neighbors react to 5-story, 55-unit apartment complex for East Side corner.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s Wild Rise
Friday Photos

Marquette’s Wild Rise

New residence hall named after former chancellor is getting taller.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Trestle Park Will Cost $1.2 Million
Eyes on Milwaukee

Trestle Park Will Cost $1.2 Million

Highly-anticipated Third Ward park won't be cheap, but city says costs are reasonable.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Fighting County on Rapid Transit
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Fighting County on Rapid Transit

Council committee puts restrictions on BRT project, charges county acted in bad faith.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Panel Okays Second Casino Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Panel Okays Second Casino Tower

New 19-story hotel tower plus expanded convention space gets its first approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Row of Condos Planned for Bay View
Eyes on Milwaukee

Row of Condos Planned for Bay View

Ald. Zielinski wanted change from 45-unit complex to 5 single-family condos.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Judge’s Tavern Will Convert to Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Judge’s Tavern Will Convert to Apartments

E. North Ave. tavern and next door duplex replaced by 5-story, 44-unit complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Flying on Fat Albert
Eyes on Milwaukee

Flying on Fat Albert

Massive cargo plane supports the Blue Angels and puts on quite the show.

Friday Photos: The Hopping Brewery
Friday Photos

The Hopping Brewery

Four apartment buildings, two new breweries and a hotel coming to former Pabst brewery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ice Cream Factory Will Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ice Cream Factory Will Become Apartments

Council okays 64 apartments in converted factory and new connected building on 15th and North.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Members Blast Chief Flynn
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Members Blast Chief Flynn

Demanding more input into Flynn's decision making, they refuse to allocate federal funds.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Stone Creek Approved for Downer Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

Stone Creek Approved for Downer Ave.

Historic Preservation Commission approves Stone Creek's new cafe.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foxconn Lands in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foxconn Lands in Milwaukee

Foxconn plane at General Mitchell, closed-door meetings scheduled in Racine County.

Friday Photos: An 18th Century Building Made of Steel
Friday Photos

An 18th Century Building Made of Steel

Hammes' new downtown HQ is Jeffersonian-throwback with modern materials.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Forgotten River Will Get a Walkway
Eyes on Milwaukee

Forgotten River Will Get a Walkway

City committee approves two-mile long Menomonee Riverwalk linked to Third Ward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside New Bucks Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside New Bucks Arena

There's already a lot to see inside the biggest construction site in town.

Photo Gallery: Northwestern Mutual Raises The Flag
Photo Gallery

Northwestern Mutual Raises The Flag

New tower, new flagpoles and a ceremony honoring veterans.

Friday Photos: Streetcar Tracks Getting Road Tested
Friday Photos

Streetcar Tracks Getting Road Tested

Cars, trucks, buses, bikes and pedestrians are all crossing the tracks regularly now.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How To Spend All Day at Summerfest
Eyes on Milwaukee

How To Spend All Day at Summerfest

It ain't easy but we fested from gates open to gates closed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mini Version of the High Line?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mini Version of the High Line?

New Third Ward park inspired by New York also honors early Milwaukee history.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ice Cream Factory Redevelopment Advances
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ice Cream Factory Redevelopment Advances

64 apartments coming to W. North Ave. in Lindsay Heights.

Friday Photos: NM’s Tower is “Substantially Complete”
Friday Photos

NM’s Tower is “Substantially Complete”

And the new downtown high-rise makes for some dramatic photos.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays 6 Projects, 346 Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays 6 Projects, 346 Apartments

Millions of dollars in new development in five neighborhoods.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11 Best Things About Tour of America’s Dairyland
Eyes on Milwaukee

11 Best Things About Tour of America’s Dairyland

All about the unique bicycle races held in Milwaukee this week.

Friday Photos: Bronzeville Rising
Friday Photos

Bronzeville Rising

New apartment complex, new Black Holocaust Museum.

Photo Gallery: 2017 NEWaukee Night Market
Photo Gallery

2017 NEWaukee Night Market

A little rain couldn't shut down the first of four night markets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Foreclosed Homes to Become Artist Havens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Foreclosed Homes to Become Artist Havens

City aims to cultivate artistic community instead of demolishing homes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Arena Apartments Receive Design Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Arena Apartments Receive Design Approval

Building with green bays gets approval to be built near Milwaukee Bucks arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brewers Hill Apartments Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brewers Hill Apartments Approved

Luxury Commons development moves forward after another public meeting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments Approved for Halyard Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments Approved for Halyard Park

Kalan Haywood's City Place project north of arena moves forward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the DoMUS Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the DoMUS Apartments

New Third Ward building takes high-end apartments to another level.

Photo Gallery: 2017 Milwaukee Pride Parade
Photo Gallery

2017 Milwaukee Pride Parade

See Milwaukee's most colorful, straightest parade.

Photo Gallery: 2017 Locust Street Festival
Photo Gallery

2017 Locust Street Festival

Beer running, food eating and people watching come together in Riverwest.

Friday Photos: The Lower East Side’s Rhythm
Friday Photos

The Lower East Side’s Rhythm

140-unit building recently opened, to be joined by a 33-unit sister building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Give Your Input on BRT Project
Eyes on Milwaukee

Give Your Input on BRT Project

County will hold two open houses on Bus Rapid Transit line.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Brewers’ Hill Condos Move Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Brewers’ Hill Condos Move Forward

Plan Commission okays seven "beautifully proportioned" townhomes.

Friday Photos: Keystone on Brady Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Keystone on Brady Nears Completion

Developer of Brady Street apartment building is already planning another.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Westin Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Westin Hotel

New high-end lakefront hotel opens today. Take a tour with us.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Open House for Downtown Condos
Eyes on Milwaukee

Open House for Downtown Condos

Downtown Diggs gives you a chance to tour more than 25 condos on Saturday.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Milwaukee Opens to Public
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee Opens to Public

City now has a world-class sculpture exhibition on its main street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sparks Fly Over Hamilton Settlement
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sparks Fly Over Hamilton Settlement

Council approves $2.3 million settlement, but black aldermen debate Donovan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Couture Sewer Subsidy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Couture Sewer Subsidy

But this won't be a precedent for future deals, a city official says.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Moves Forward on Highway 175
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Moves Forward on Highway 175

70 trees planted at Lisbon Ave. terminus of old Highway 41.

Friday Photos: Vignette’s Final Touches
Friday Photos

Vignette’s Final Touches

New apartment building is days away from being "unboxed"

Eyes on Milwaukee: Marquette Updating Inflatable Dome
Eyes on Milwaukee

Marquette Updating Inflatable Dome

City panel approves design changes, despite snarking about Minnesota Vikings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Charette to Plan Harambee’s Future
Eyes on Milwaukee

Charette to Plan Harambee’s Future

Five Points area is the focus of city's ninth visioning session.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Couture’s Surprise Sewer Being Moved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Couture’s Surprise Sewer Being Moved

Previously unknown sewer will cost city $2 million to move

Eyes on Milwaukee: MillerCoors Expands 10th Street Brewery
Eyes on Milwaukee

MillerCoors Expands 10th Street Brewery

Walker, Barrett hail expanded facility, which will grow ten-fold.

Friday Photos: Hyatt Place Hotel Coming
Friday Photos

Hyatt Place Hotel Coming

Construction starts on hotel on 8th St. west of Bucks' arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $30 Million Spent on Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

$30 Million Spent on Streetcar

Streetcar project on track, literally -- and financially.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Bank for Sherman Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Bank for Sherman Park

BMO Harris "smart branch" will replace bank damaged in August unrest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the New Bader Rutter
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the New Bader Rutter

Company has moved its headquarters from suburbs to Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gettelman Buildings Saved for Now
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gettelman Buildings Saved for Now

But demolition of old brewery buildings could get council approval.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Sculpture Project Being Installed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Sculpture Project Being Installed

Massive sculptures being installed on Milwaukee's main street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Arena Apartments Advance
Eyes on Milwaukee

Arena Apartments Advance

City Plan Commission has concerns, but advances Royal Capital's project design.

Friday Photos: The Deer District Rises
Friday Photos

The Deer District Rises

New arena, parking garage and training facility reshape Park East.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Track Getting Installed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Track Getting Installed

Tracks getting installed on St. Paul Ave.; other streets soon to come.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Hotel Inches Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Hotel Inches Forward

Approval depends on 20 well-hidden stained glass windows.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Strip Club Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Strip Club Approved

Lawsuit settled. "Everyone and their brother" can now open a club.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bader Breaks Ground on New Central City HQ
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bader Breaks Ground on New Central City HQ

One of Milwaukee's largest foundations is moving to neighborhood it hopes to improve.

Friday Photos: Downtown’s New Apartment Tower Rises
Friday Photos

Downtown’s New Apartment Tower Rises

Northwestern Mutual's 34-floor apartment tower is quickly climbing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How to Make a Pedestrian Friendly City
Eyes on Milwaukee

How to Make a Pedestrian Friendly City

New district-by-district reports on improving city for bicycling and walking.

Photo Gallery: Lake Express Launches 14th Season
Photo Gallery

Lake Express Launches 14th Season

See inside the high-speed ferry that connects Milwaukee to Michigan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building For East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building For East Side

City committee approves "adventuresome," five-story, 96-unit building.

Friday Photos: Booming Bay View
Friday Photos

Booming Bay View

Three projects will reshape the north end of the neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Goodbye to MCTS Free Ride
Eyes on Milwaukee

Goodbye to MCTS Free Ride

County begins charging for controversial GO Pass program in June.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Gettelman Brewery Buildings Saved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Gettelman Brewery Buildings Saved

At least for now. City HPC grants temporary historic designation.

Friday Photos: Bader Rutter’s New Downtown Digs
Friday Photos

Bader Rutter’s New Downtown Digs

Will its new office building be joined by a 24-story tower?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why Strip Club Deal Fell Apart
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why Strip Club Deal Fell Apart

Deal would have ended suits against city if council okayed new club.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves The Couture
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves The Couture

December groundbreaking likely; Barrett says second tower could be built.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Gets Waiver on Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Gets Waiver on Streetcar

Still in running to operate city's streetcar, but a long shot to win.

Friday Photos: DoMUS Heads for Finish Line
Friday Photos

DoMUS Heads for Finish Line

132 new Third Ward apartments will open in July.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bublr Opens New Downtown Office
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bublr Opens New Downtown Office

Officials celebrate first office tenant to move into Grand Avenue Mall.

Photo Gallery: Good City Brewing Beer Bash
Photo Gallery

Good City Brewing Beer Bash

Urban Milwaukee members toured brewery, learned about expansion plans.

Friday Photos: New Units in Old Pabst Buildings
Friday Photos

New Units in Old Pabst Buildings

118 new apartments. Plus, see the church-turned-brewery before it opens.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Rails Being Welded
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Rails Being Welded

Mayor, MPS students on-hand to see the work

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 Election Winners and Losers
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 Election Winners and Losers

Unions, Hmong community and county infighters were among the winners.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vote Tuesday
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vote Tuesday

Learn more about the many races and candidates for this overlooked election

Friday Photos: Northwestern Mutual’s Second Tower Rises
Friday Photos

Northwestern Mutual’s Second Tower Rises

Massive apartment tower will be one of tallest buildings downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Mitchell on Water Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Mitchell on Water Apartments

See the Third Ward's newest "large luxury units" in a historic building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee County Fixes GO Pass
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee County Fixes GO Pass

Fees and new requirements for free ride program with huge cost overruns.

Photo Gallery: Retro Fashion Show A Winner
Photo Gallery

Retro Fashion Show A Winner

Designers from many cities. Funds raised for program honoring veterans.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Won’t Delay Streetcar for County
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Won’t Delay Streetcar for County

Ald Zielinski's attempt to delay streetcar for county only gets his own vote.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Food Trucks Banned On Brady Street
Eyes on Milwaukee

Food Trucks Banned On Brady Street

Council okays ban request by business improvement district. Mayor must approve.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bay View Land Gets Protection
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bay View Land Gets Protection

Council approves purchasing, protecting Bay View land near Lake Parkway.

Friday Photos: A Brady Street Trio
Friday Photos

A Brady Street Trio

Qdoba, Glorioso's and an apartment building reshape East Side main street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Board Okays Bid for Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Board Okays Bid for Streetcar

Despite long odds against winning, county will submit bid to the city.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will County Give Pension to State?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will County Give Pension to State?

Board approves work group to study state takeover of pension system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Buy Bay View Land
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Buy Bay View Land

Port of Milwaukee would buy 3-acres from state, open to public in perpetuity.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City To Sell Land for Adams Garden Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

City To Sell Land for Adams Garden Park

Former Walnut Way leaders moving forward on bold Lindsay Heights project.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Tavern Planned for Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Tavern Planned for Downtown

1885 building near Bradley Center will convert to lounge and beer garden.

Friday Photos: Mercantile Building Redefines Water Street
Friday Photos

Mercantile Building Redefines Water Street

Historic Third Ward building from 1909 getting modern, glassy addition.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Track Steel Has Arrived
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Track Steel Has Arrived

City receives first of 474 80-foot long segments, soon to be installed on streets.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Design Fugitives Has Seen The Light
Eyes on Milwaukee

Design Fugitives Has Seen The Light

Young firm changes how we think about the intersection of art and architecture.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 70 New Apartments for Fifth Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

70 New Apartments for Fifth Ward

"The Quin," a 5-story, 70-unit apartment complex with retail in booming Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Plan Members Love Couture
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Plan Members Love Couture

Commissioners laud the project, but possible second tower raises concerns.

Photo Gallery: 2017 St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Photo Gallery

2017 St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Cold weather didn't keep revelers away from the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the New Pabst Brewery
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the New Pabst Brewery

See inside the church-turned-brewery at the Pabst complex.

Friday Photos: Density Meets Bay View
Friday Photos

Density Meets Bay View

First building in the massive Stitchweld complex will open next month

Eyes on Milwaukee: Last Phase of North End Starting
Eyes on Milwaukee

Last Phase of North End Starting

Fifth phase adds 89 units to massive Mandel project filling the "doughnut hole."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Should County Operate Streetcar?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Should County Operate Streetcar?

Board members push -- belatedly -- for county transit to operate streetcar.

Friday Photos: Bucks Arena Taking Shape
Friday Photos

Bucks Arena Taking Shape

Distinctive design of arena's facade now clearly visible

Eyes on Milwaukee: Second Lakefront Tower Coming?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Second Lakefront Tower Coming?

Barrett-Lo has made plans for second tower next to The Couture.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Arena, Hammes Design Changes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Arena, Hammes Design Changes

Full speed ahead on arena, office building, more downtown changes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Felons Can Now Buy City Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Felons Can Now Buy City Homes

Council agrees: pay debt to society and you can buy city-owned homes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hammes HQ Starts Construction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hammes HQ Starts Construction

Brookfield firm moves downtown next year into classical-styled building.

Friday Photos: Church Becoming Brewery
Friday Photos

Church Becoming Brewery

Pabst coming back to where it all began.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Select Apartment Developer
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Select Apartment Developer

Up-and-coming development firm will build 90-unit building

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Two Downtown Designs
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Two Downtown Designs

Plus: What will the Bucks big announcement on Friday be?

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Election Takeaways
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Election Takeaways

A horrible turnout, a big night for Evers, and who the heck is William Crowley?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Vote Tuesday
Eyes on Milwaukee

Vote Tuesday

Learn more about the races and candidates for this overlooked election

Friday Photos: Bay View’s New Vue
Friday Photos

Bay View’s New Vue

A new gateway for the south side neighborhood is taking shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Track Construction Starts in April
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Track Construction Starts in April

System on track to start service in late 2018, project is on-budget

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the River House Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the River House Apartments

See the newest luxury apartment complex, located just north of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: My 5 Milwaukee Valentines
Eyes on Milwaukee

My 5 Milwaukee Valentines

From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Unveil New Signs for Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Unveil New Signs for Arena

Two huge signs will add life to arena, but will trees grow on concrete plaza?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Hotel Gets Key Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Hotel Gets Key Approval

Historic Preservation Commission clears downtown hotel tower to move forward

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hammes Revises Controversial Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hammes Revises Controversial Design

City panel approves a shorter, stouter building. Will that stop the complaints?

Friday Photos: The Artistry in Walker’s Point
Friday Photos

The Artistry in Walker’s Point

38 new apartments and commercial space in three buildings, a former artists' haven.

Friday Photos: Marquette’s Wild New Residence Hall
Friday Photos

Marquette’s Wild New Residence Hall

Concrete pour underway on Marquette's new student housing complex

Eyes on Milwaukee: Clarke Square Apartments Advance
Eyes on Milwaukee

Clarke Square Apartments Advance

Unique apartment project, high-growth internet company and grocery move forward.

Friday Photos: Bader Rutter’s Riverside Digs
Friday Photos

Bader Rutter’s Riverside Digs

New building, dubbed 1433 Water, will be anchored by marketing firm.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Views of Masonic Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Views of Masonic Hotel

See the rooftop beer garden and how the new tower connects to the building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Clarke Square Gets Wantable
Eyes on Milwaukee

Clarke Square Gets Wantable

Fast-growing Wantable will move there, Nehring's Sendik's grocery may join it.

Friday Photos: The Inauguration of DoMUS
Friday Photos

The Inauguration of DoMUS

Luxury digs and new residents coming to the Historic Third Ward.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Report Finds Wealth of Historic Buildings
Eyes on Milwaukee

Report Finds Wealth of Historic Buildings

New guide for redeveloping historic Milwaukee aims to foster growth.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Milwaukee Streetcar is Hiring
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Streetcar is Hiring

The contractor needs workers and city residents get preference.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Masonic Hotel Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Masonic Hotel Moves Forward

14-story tower would be built atop historic three-story building. Will it be opposed?

Friday Photos: Say Hello To “Vignette”
Friday Photos

Say Hello To “Vignette”

Fourth phase of The North End project has a jazzy name and May 2017 opening.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Welford Sanders Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Welford Sanders Lofts

Former shoe factory becoming apartments and offices, will help revive MLK Drive.

Photo Gallery: Transit Center Tower Demolition
Photo Gallery

Transit Center Tower Demolition

Five-story clock tower knocked down to make way for 44-floor apartment tower.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s Most Schizophrenic Developer?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Most Schizophrenic Developer?

Joshua Jeffers is spending millions to redevelop the Mackie Building and famed Grain Exchange.

Friday Photos: The New Mercantile Building
Friday Photos

The New Mercantile Building

Historic Third Ward building from 1909 getting modern, glassy addition.

Friday Photos: Goodbye Downtown Transit Center
Friday Photos

Goodbye Downtown Transit Center

Bus barn is coming down for 44-floor, lakefront high rise, The Couture.

Friday Photos: Northwestern Mutual Writes Name in Sky
Friday Photos

Northwestern Mutual Writes Name in Sky

No more 'quiet company,' its name written atop the towering high-rise.

Friday Photos: Arena Rises from Frozen Tundra
Friday Photos

Arena Rises from Frozen Tundra

Snow and freezing weather didn't delay construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Approves Help For Lead Pipes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Approves Help For Lead Pipes

But not a lot. Program will replace 300 lead laterals a year, with help for homeowners.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Nomad World Pub’s Expansion Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Nomad World Pub’s Expansion Approved

East Side soccer bar will get one heck of a beer garden under a major expansion plan.

Friday Photos: A Brady Street Two-Fer
Friday Photos

A Brady Street Two-Fer

Two projects are rising from the ground, but will they upset the street's character?

Eyes on Milwaukee: BMO Harris to Build New High-Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

BMO Harris to Build New High-Rise

The story behind Milwaukee's newest tower and oldest bank, and how deal was done.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Unique Apartments for Clarke Square
Eyes on Milwaukee

Unique Apartments for Clarke Square

Unusual partnership will build "affordable, quality housing" for those raised in foster care.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Live Block is a Slam Dunk
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Live Block is a Slam Dunk

Final design gets first approval today, poised for quick council approval.

Friday Photos: Rhythm Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Rhythm Nears Completion

This stretch of N. Water St. has to be Milwaukee's fastest growing corridor.

Friday Photos: Northwestern Mutual’s Second Downtown Tower
Friday Photos

Northwestern Mutual’s Second Downtown Tower

Amenities include ninth-floor swimming pool, outdoor fire pit, 34th-floor party room.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Millennials Flocking to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Millennials Flocking to Milwaukee

Data shows Milwaukee ranks second in the Midwest in attracting millennials.

Eyes on Milwaukee: “Mini Earthquake” On Farwell Avenue?
Eyes on Milwaukee

“Mini Earthquake” On Farwell Avenue?

Building's deconstruction spills into street. Over $2,000 in citations issued.

Friday Photos: The Westin Tops Off
Friday Photos

The Westin Tops Off

New downtown project, the Westin Hotel, has reached its maximum height.

Friday Photos: Stitching Together Stitchweld
Friday Photos

Stitching Together Stitchweld

Massive apartment complex with 288 units quickly rising in Bay View.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 15 Election Winners and Losers
Eyes on Milwaukee

15 Election Winners and Losers

Clarke to the cabinet? Should pollsters be fired? RoJo trumps Trump. And much more.

Friday Photos: Pete’s Fruit Market
Friday Photos

Pete’s Fruit Market

New grocery store will be the community hub of Bronzeville

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Jury Duty in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Jury Duty in Milwaukee

A day in the life of a Milwaukee County juror.

Book Club: The Cosmopolitan Canopy
Book Club

The Cosmopolitan Canopy

How can cities like Milwaukee break down ethnic and racial barriers? Our book club considers.

Friday Photos: DoMUS Rising
Friday Photos

DoMUS Rising

Mandel's newest building targeted at empty nesters, not Millennials.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How To Fill Those Empty Storefronts
Eyes on Milwaukee

How To Fill Those Empty Storefronts

NEWaukee Hosts 2nd Empty Storefronts Conference in Madison and the ideas flow.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Bad (or Good) is Hammes HQ Design?
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Bad (or Good) is Hammes HQ Design?

Is it urban or suburban, Jeffersonian or Reaganesque? The debate has already begun.

Friday Photos: New Apartments at The Brewery
Friday Photos

New Apartments at The Brewery

Florida developer creating 118 apartments; Pabst opening a micro-brewery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hammes Moving Downtown in 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hammes Moving Downtown in 2018

Another company moving from suburbs to Downtown and with unusual architectural style.

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee Store

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee Store

New exhibit features artistic melding of Milwaukee's past and future

Friday Photos: East Side Deconstruction
Friday Photos

East Side Deconstruction

Building at 1840 N. Farwell Ave. coming down for 13-floor apartment building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Project Receives Federal Grant
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Project Receives Federal Grant

City will use funding to study extension of streetcar to Bronzeville and Walker's Point.

Friday Photos: New Bucks Arena From Above
Friday Photos

New Bucks Arena From Above

Take a look at Milwaukee's biggest construction project.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Umrika
Milwaukee Film Festival

Umrika

How far will someone go to make it from rural India to America?

Milwaukee Film Festival: Morris from America
Milwaukee Film Festival

Morris from America

Closing night film is a crowd pleaser.

Milwaukee Film Festival: REVZA | Naneek
Milwaukee Film Festival

REVZA | Naneek

Two heartfelt stories for the price of one ticket.

Milwaukee Film Festival: There Are Jews Here
Milwaukee Film Festival

There Are Jews Here

Milwaukee filmmakers explore declining Jewish communities across America.

Friday Photos: Brady Street’s New Qdoba
Friday Photos

Brady Street’s New Qdoba

Chain restaurant will open in new building that fits the eclectic street.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Christopher Darling
Milwaukee Film Festival

Christopher Darling

Watch a rock band hit the rocks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chris Abele Unveils Plan to Save Transportation
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chris Abele Unveils Plan to Save Transportation

Annual fee would provide $27 million for county transit and roads. One supervisor already opposed.

Milwaukee Film Festival: From Mass to the Mountain
Milwaukee Film Festival

From Mass to the Mountain

UWM graduate's film has already sold out once, don't miss the remaining showings.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Show (I & II)
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Show (I & II)

See what local filmmakers have been cooking up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Talgo Coming Back to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Talgo Coming Back to Milwaukee

Spanish train manufacturer will overhaul Los Angeles subway cars in Century City.

Friday Photos: Bader Rutter’s New Downtown Digs
Friday Photos

Bader Rutter’s New Downtown Digs

New office building quickly rising on site of former Laacke & Joys complex.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Milwaukee Music Video Show
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Milwaukee Music Video Show

See the convergence of Milwaukee's film and music scenes. First in a series of previews.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cincinnati Streetcar Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cincinnati Streetcar Opens

New system, similar to Milwaukee project, drawing 3,000 daily riders.

Friday Photos: Greenwich Park Nearly Complete
Friday Photos

Greenwich Park Nearly Complete

First phase of East Side affordable housing complex is almost finished, comes with free parking for neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11 Doors Open Milwaukee Sites for Insiders
Eyes on Milwaukee

11 Doors Open Milwaukee Sites for Insiders

A guide for regulars to branch out beyond Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Contour is Coming to Prospect
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Contour is Coming to Prospect

Construction will start in next 60 days on East Side apartment building.

Friday Photos: New Tower Scrapes The Sky
Friday Photos

New Tower Scrapes The Sky

Glass facade on Northwestern Mutual's new tower is nearly complete.

Friday Photos: River House Takes Shape
Friday Photos

River House Takes Shape

243 apartments coming to Lower East Side along the river in December.

Friday Photos: North End Phase IV Is Rising
Friday Photos

North End Phase IV Is Rising

Apartment complex will have six floors, 155 units, first new downtown pool in years.

Friday Photos: Brady Street’s Keystone Apartments
Friday Photos

Brady Street’s Keystone Apartments

Work is underway on new, four-floor, 22-unit complex that will the anchor the busy street.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Walker’s Landing Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Walker’s Landing Apartments

Final residential development on Beerline adds 114 apartments and great views.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How to Create Central City Jobs
Eyes on Milwaukee

How to Create Central City Jobs

Northwestern Mutual's new tower is a shining example of how to create jobs in city.

Friday Photos: Westin Hotel Rising
Friday Photos

Westin Hotel Rising

It will add 220 high-end hotel rooms to complex anchored by state's tallest building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Couture is Finally Happening
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Couture is Finally Happening

County to move bus routes off site at end of month, demolition of building imminent.

Friday Photos: Freshwater Plaza Tops Off
Friday Photos

Freshwater Plaza Tops Off

Going foundry to fountain, Freshwater Plaza will change Walker's Point.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Black Husky Brewing Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

Black Husky Brewing Opens

See inside the new Riverwest brewery.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Apartment Hunting in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Apartment Hunting in Milwaukee

A close-up look at eight new apartment buildings in Milwaukee.

Book Club: Throwing Rocks at the Google Bus
Book Club

Throwing Rocks at the Google Bus

What is the systemic problem that sets the rich against the poor and the technologists against everybody else?

Photo Gallery: 2016 Brady Street Festival
Photo Gallery

2016 Brady Street Festival

The crowds showed up early and stayed late for the East Side gathering.

2016 Riverwest 24 Live Blog

2016 Riverwest 24 Live Blog

Following the action of "the people's holiday."

Friday Photos: New Apartments for the East Side
Friday Photos

New Apartments for the East Side

First phase of Greenwich Park Apartments, with six floors, 53 units, is nearly complete.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rocky Marcoux Keeps His Job
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rocky Marcoux Keeps His Job

In a dramatic turnabout, the once-dead DCD head gains 11 of 15 council member votes.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Kills Prospect Ave High Rise
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Kills Prospect Ave High Rise

Impressive 27-story, $55 million project is dead, due to opposition of neighbors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Approves Bus Rapid Transit
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Approves Bus Rapid Transit

Nine-mile BRT project rolls forward, but not without strategic modifications.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Climb Inside the Belay Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Climb Inside the Belay Apartments

Mandel's "coolest project ever"? It includes unlimited access to a rock-climbing gym.

Friday Photos: Zurn HQ Rising in Reed Street Yards
Friday Photos

Zurn HQ Rising in Reed Street Yards

First new building in city's water technology park nearly complete.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Trio Apartments in Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Trio Apartments in Walker’s Point

The 120-unit, three-building complex boasts ingeniously efficient, space saving apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Again Says Yes to Rocky
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Again Says Yes to Rocky

DCD head Rocky Marcoux once again endorsed at committee, but his fate is still uncertain.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Committee Approves Prospect Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Committee Approves Prospect Tower

5-0 vote in favor, but project may face significant challenge before full council.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Tower for Prospect Ave
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Tower for Prospect Ave

Will the council allow a 27 floor apartment tower on Prospect Ave?

Friday Photos: S. 5th St. Grows By Dieting
Friday Photos

S. 5th St. Grows By Dieting

City will narrow the road and triple size of sidewalks. Business is booming in response.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Juli Kaufmann Is Fixing Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Juli Kaufmann Is Fixing Milwaukee

Her Fix Development takes on high-risk developments in transitional neighborhoods.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the New Mercantile Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the New Mercantile Lofts

Former International Building now has 36 apartments. View the units and restored mural.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Panel Approves Bus Rapid Transit
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Panel Approves Bus Rapid Transit

BRT line linking Downtown and Tosa moves forward, though some decry "the rush."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Postman Square, City’s Newest Park
Eyes on Milwaukee

Postman Square, City’s Newest Park

But it does have a long history. The park's roots trace back to 1889.

Friday Photos: Rhythm Rises To a New Beat
Friday Photos

Rhythm Rises To a New Beat

New apartment building is part of a completely transformed Lower East Side neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bike Sharing for Low-Income Riders
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bike Sharing for Low-Income Riders

Bublr Bikes and city win grant to help build a truly inclusive system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Okays Streetcar to Bucks Arena
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Okays Streetcar to Bucks Arena

$40 million extension would add .75 miles to route, also connect convention center.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rocky Marcoux’s Job in Jeopardy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rocky Marcoux’s Job in Jeopardy

Council majority votes no, but decision will get reconsidered. His chances look slim.

Friday Photos: The North End Grows Yet Again
Friday Photos

The North End Grows Yet Again

Phase four of project will have 155 apartments on six floors. But no name as yet.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Kick-Off for Brady St. Apartment Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Kick-Off for Brady St. Apartment Complex

Gold sledgehammers celebrate groundbreaking for new 22-unit building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the King Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the King Lofts

Tattoo shop and laundromat becomes 14 high-end apartments in Bay View conversion.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rocky Marcoux Wins Committee Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rocky Marcoux Wins Committee Approval

DCD leader was thought to be in trouble, but city committee votes 4-0 to reconfirm.

Photo Gallery: East Side’s Busy Weekend
Photo Gallery

East Side’s Busy Weekend

Our photos capture the fun from Summer Soulstice, Downer Classic and Nomad's party.

Friday Photos: Walker’s Point Boomtown
Friday Photos

Walker’s Point Boomtown

The south side neighborhood is seeing big changes, anchored by a brownfield-to-mixed-use development.

Dairyland Tour: Brent Emery
Dairyland Tour

Brent Emery

Local cyclist first competed in the 1984 Olympics, now still competing at a high-level at ToAD.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New $22 Million Rail Concourse Opens
Eyes on Milwaukee

New $22 Million Rail Concourse Opens

Intermodal Station's dark and dingy concourse for boarding trains finally replaced.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How to Bike from Milwaukee to Waukesha
Eyes on Milwaukee

How to Bike from Milwaukee to Waukesha

A downtown-to-downtown trek is an easy ride, a lot of fun and surprisingly interesting.

Dairyland Tour: Conor Mullervy
Dairyland Tour

Conor Mullervy

Tour's first races here are on Tuesday and Mullervy will race with Australian team.

Photo Gallery: 2016 Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Photo Gallery

2016 Juneteenth Parade and Festival

Dancers, politicians, BBQ, at one of nation's oldest celebrations of the end of slavery.

Friday Photos: River House Rising
Friday Photos

River House Rising

Massive project will redefine the Milwaukee River and N. Water St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Good City Brewing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Good City Brewing

Take a virtual tour of the city's newest brewery, the first on the Lower East Side.

Dairyland Tour: Kristen Arnold
Dairyland Tour

Kristen Arnold

Wisconsin's best bicycle races are back for another year. Arnold is here from Ohio.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First 2016 NEWaukee Night Market on Wednesday
Eyes on Milwaukee

First 2016 NEWaukee Night Market on Wednesday

Popular series returns to W. Wisconsin Ave. on June 15th

Photo Gallery: 2016 Pride Parade in Pictures
Photo Gallery

2016 Pride Parade in Pictures

LGBTQ community celebrates despite the tragic mass shooting in Florida.

Friday Photos: Northwestern Mutual Tower Gets Glassy
Friday Photos

Northwestern Mutual Tower Gets Glassy

But brace yourself, the skywalks are coming.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Fresh Thyme Opens Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Fresh Thyme Opens Downtown

See inside Milwaukee's newest grocery store, with the "spirit of a farmer's market."

Eyes on Milwaukee: 5 Things Milwaukee Should Steal from Detroit
Eyes on Milwaukee

5 Things Milwaukee Should Steal from Detroit

Yes, Detroit has huge problems, but also some creative innovations worth considering.

Friday Photos: Big Changes at The Brewery
Friday Photos

Big Changes at The Brewery

Once-abandoned Pabst brewery has become active neighborhood

Friday Photos: Bucks Arena Work Prep
Friday Photos

Bucks Arena Work Prep

Sewer relocation has this stretch of the Park East seeing activity for the first time in ten years.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Why SafeNet Moved Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

Why SafeNet Moved Downtown

A location in The Brewery and near Bucks arena attracted consulting company.

Book Club: The Smartest Places on Earth
Book Club

The Smartest Places on Earth

Rust belt cities might be the real emerging markets, but is Milwaukee one of them?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Bray Architects in Walker’s Point
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Bray Architects in Walker’s Point

Growing company's new office space will help transform changing neighborhood.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena Design Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena Design Approved

There were few objections other than by Ald. Kovac. Arena on track for June 18th groundbreaking.

Friday Photos: Martin Building Becoming Apartments
Friday Photos

Martin Building Becoming Apartments

Booming Third Ward adds apartment complex created from 1904 Eschweiler building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Masonic Lodge Could Become Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Masonic Lodge Could Become Hotel

Plan would build addition atop historic building, but will preservation advocates block it?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mandel’s Baby Boomer Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mandel’s Baby Boomer Tower

Proposal will develop last remaining site in the original "Park East." But is it needed?

Friday Photos: Gokhman’s Transit-Oriented Apartments
Friday Photos

Gokhman’s Transit-Oriented Apartments

Walker's Point project is another example of new, transit-friendly apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the MKE Lofts
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the MKE Lofts

Historic downtown building transformed from vacant offices to 105 stunning apartments

Friday Photos: See The Rhythm Rising
Friday Photos

See The Rhythm Rising

140-unit project will fill the Downtown's doughnut hole.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Hall’s Game of Thrones
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Hall’s Game of Thrones

Hail Ashanti! Ald. Hamilton's route to the Iron Throne laid bare.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet the New Grand Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet the New Grand Avenue

From dead mall to vibrant city center, see the plan for Grand Avenue Mall

Eyes on Milwaukee: Who’s Renting All Those New Apartments?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Who’s Renting All Those New Apartments?

Millennials or aging baby boomers? Experts disagree on why the building boom.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Meet the New Boss
Eyes on Milwaukee

Meet the New Boss

Ashanti Hamilton is new Common Council president, but how did he get the votes?

Friday Photos: Sage On Prospect
Friday Photos

Sage On Prospect

Work on super-green project moving right along.

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee Store

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee Store

New exhibit features unique images of Milwaukee's abandoned breweries.

Book Club: The Urban Revolutionary
Book Club

The Urban Revolutionary

New York City's transportation visionary offers a guidebook on how to build great cities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bus Rapid Transit Meetings This Week
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bus Rapid Transit Meetings This Week

Help shape the future of Milwaukee -- and city transit -- with your feedback.

Friday Photos: Freshwater Plaza Rises
Friday Photos

Freshwater Plaza Rises

Walker's Point finally gets a grocery store, plus more apartments, and surface parking galore.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 Images of a Changing City
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 Images of a Changing City

Think Milwaukee moves slowly? These dramatic interactive images will change your mind.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 10 Election Takeaways
Eyes on Milwaukee

10 Election Takeaways

The many surprises and oddities including thousands who skipped voting in local races.

Friday Photos: Northwestern Mutual’s Tower Hits the Heights
Friday Photos

Northwestern Mutual’s Tower Hits the Heights

The 32-story tower is nearly at its maximum height.

Eyes on Milwaukee: How Urban is Bucks New Arena?
Eyes on Milwaukee

How Urban is Bucks New Arena?

Not so much. The biggest problem with the new Bucks arena design is the ground floor.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Designing a New Grand Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

Designing a New Grand Avenue

Downtown mall's new owners select design & management team that hints at its future.

Photo Gallery: St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns 50
Photo Gallery

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns 50

Green beer, green gear and green cheer will enliven Downtown on Saturday afternoon.

Friday Photos: Walker’s Landing Reshaping Beerline
Friday Photos

Walker’s Landing Reshaping Beerline

Third Ward style, Walker's Point name and Riverwest location, with 133 apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Donovan the Demolisher
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donovan the Demolisher

Ald. Bob Donovan claims he's pushing city to demolish dilapidated homes. True or false?

Eyes on Milwaukee: MAM Offers To Buy O’Donnell Park, War Memorial
Eyes on Milwaukee

MAM Offers To Buy O’Donnell Park, War Memorial

County taxpayers will save at least $9 million in non-cash transaction.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Northwestern Mutual Updates Tower Design
Eyes on Milwaukee

Northwestern Mutual Updates Tower Design

Apartment tower gets an additional floor and other changes.

Eyes On Milwaukee: Is Free Pass Bleeding County Transit?
Eyes On Milwaukee

Is Free Pass Bleeding County Transit?

Controversial free GO Pass for seniors and disabled costs millions, awaits new report.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Costs Will Rise Slightly
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Costs Will Rise Slightly

Report also says Milwaukee building boom should continue through 2016.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $6.5 Million in Streetcar Savings
Eyes on Milwaukee

$6.5 Million in Streetcar Savings

Agreement with We Energies reduces utility relocation costs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Aperture Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Aperture Apartments

Mandel Group's latest building in The North End may be the last word in amenities.

Book Club: “Evicted” in Milwaukee
Book Club

“Evicted” in Milwaukee

Go inside the world of poverty and evictions.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Construction Starts on Westin Hotel
Eyes on Milwaukee

Construction Starts on Westin Hotel

220-room hotel will be the closest hotel in the city to the lakefront.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bublr Bikes Touts Big Expansion Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bublr Bikes Touts Big Expansion Plan

New stations coming in 2016 to Bay View, East Side, Walker's Point, Harambee.

Forest Beach Migratory Preserve
UWM Union Cinema

UWM Union Cinema

Eyes on Milwaukee: 9 Election Takeaways
Eyes on Milwaukee

9 Election Takeaways

Tom Barrett might be in trouble, Chris Abele definitely is. So is Puente.

Where Are Tonight’s Candidate Parties?

Where Are Tonight’s Candidate Parties?

Win or lose, today's primary candidates will be partying. But where? Here's the details.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit

City loses challenge to state law making it pay for utilities, Donovan lies about impact.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Greenwich Park Apartments Taking Shape
Eyes on Milwaukee

Greenwich Park Apartments Taking Shape

Six-story building with 53 apartments on Farwell is first of two buildings in complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 26-Story Tower for Prospect Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee

26-Story Tower for Prospect Avenue

Here are all the details on proposed $55 million project: renderings, floor plans, diagrams.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside 833 East
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside 833 East

Step inside the new 18-story office tower that will help transform the lakefront.

Friday Photos: Ingram Place Nearly Complete
Friday Photos

Ingram Place Nearly Complete

It took years, but finally the north end of Holton Street Bridge is getting developed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New High Rise for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New High Rise for East Side

It's a 13-story, 153-unit apartment building and neighbors seem to love the idea!

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Sells Another Foreclosed Home
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Sells Another Foreclosed Home

Graphic designer buys what may be the 531st home sold by city. It needs work.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Building Grows Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Building Grows Apartments

Century Building would (mostly) convert from offices to 50 low-income residential units.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Mandel Starts Third Ward Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Mandel Starts Third Ward Apartments

DoMUS, a six-story, 132-unit apartment complex, is on one of area's last riverfront lots.

Friday Photos: The Greening of Sage on Prospect
Friday Photos

The Greening of Sage on Prospect

Super green, 34-apartment complex on Lower East Side nearly completed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Apartment Vacancies Hit 10-Year Low
Eyes on Milwaukee

Apartment Vacancies Hit 10-Year Low

Nationally there's a boom for apartments and Milwaukee is helping to lead the way.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside The Buckler Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside The Buckler Apartments

11 stories, 207 units and countless styles, shapes and price points for apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Phase Four of North End Underway
Eyes on Milwaukee

Phase Four of North End Underway

Fourth phase of $175 million project adds 155 apartments to booming Lower East Side.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 18-Story Tower on River Proposed
Eyes on Milwaukee

18-Story Tower on River Proposed

57-unit apartment tower would replace 1880s-era, two-story building on Wells St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New NM Apartment Tower Moves Forward
Eyes on Milwaukee

New NM Apartment Tower Moves Forward

Its less-discussed project, a 33-story residential and parking tower, is quietly continuing.

Book Club: How to Build a “Happy City”
Book Club

How to Build a “Happy City”

Our book club is back. Next up is Charles Montgomery's book on designing better cities.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside the Brix Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside the Brix Apartments

Rehabbed, century-old Walker's Point candy factory now a cool apartment complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: BID Sells Streetcar-Related Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

BID Sells Streetcar-Related Development

Downtown BID guide shows business support, sells vacant land along streetcar route.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Joe Davis Receives Hot Endorsement
Eyes on Milwaukee

Joe Davis Receives Hot Endorsement

The firefighters endorse Davis, not Donovan, and Joe is "pumped up!"

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bus System Will Go Paperless
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bus System Will Go Paperless

Paper transfers and tickets are gone, but the union is still upset.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Impact of New Development
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Impact of New Development

Study of 7 new buildings shows big revenue, big return for local government.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Unplowed Snow Reveals Overbuilt Streets
Eyes on Milwaukee

Unplowed Snow Reveals Overbuilt Streets

"Sneckdowns," or snow neck downs, show how to redesign city streets to benefit all.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ten Predictions for 2016
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ten Predictions for 2016

A new downtown strip club, less crime, more Sheriff Clarke. It's all coming… we think.

Friday Photos: 2015 in Review
Friday Photos

2015 in Review

Talk about a building boom: We covered more than 25 projects, almost all including apartments.

Friday Photos: New NM Tower Keeps on Rising
Friday Photos

New NM Tower Keeps on Rising

Northwestern Mutual's tower is taking its place in city's skyline.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Pennsylvania Company Wins Streetcar Contract
Eyes on Milwaukee

Pennsylvania Company Wins Streetcar Contract

Brookville Equipment wins city bid over 3 companies, will charge $18.6 million for 4 streetcar vehicles.

Hard Hat Tour: Inside Tippecanoe Library
Hard Hat Tour

Inside Tippecanoe Library

Renovated library set to reopen Dec. 12th, looks drastically improved.

Friday Photos: Behold the Belay Apartments
Friday Photos

Behold the Belay Apartments

E. North Ave. project has 46 apartments and climbing gym you can see in 45-foot-tall windows.

Join John Norquist at Our Annual Party

Join John Norquist at Our Annual Party

With drinks, appetizers, good talk and great view of the city. And news about our plans to expand.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Raiders!
Milwaukee Film Festival

Raiders!

Documentary about the kids who spent seven summers remaking the first Indiana Jones movie.

Milwaukee Film Festival: 26 Films From Best to Worst
Milwaukee Film Festival

26 Films From Best to Worst

Update of my ranking of all films seen. Audiences, I confess, didn't necessarily agree.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Power Rankings
Milwaukee Film Festival

Power Rankings

My favorite -- and un-favorite -- films so far.

Milwaukee Film Festival: British Arrows Awards
Milwaukee Film Festival

British Arrows Awards

Strangely fun to watch a hour of TV commercials for products you can't even buy.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Most Likely to Succeed
Milwaukee Film Festival

Most Likely to Succeed

Our education is ripe for improvement, what can be done?

Milwaukee Film Festival: I Can Quit Whenever I Want
Milwaukee Film Festival

I Can Quit Whenever I Want

Italian comedy is part Breaking Bad, part Ocean's Eleven.

Milwaukee Film Festival: 33 Films To See
Milwaukee Film Festival

33 Films To See

How many times can you call in sick to work in the next 15 days?

Milwaukee Film Festival: Beatles
Milwaukee Film Festival

Beatles

Film captures the experience of discovering the Beatles and growing up.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Bucks Arena Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Bucks Arena Approved

City completes final step of financing puzzle for new Bucks arena.

Milwaukee Film Festival: The Great Alone
Milwaukee Film Festival

The Great Alone

Film follows the trail of the Iditarod race through Alaska.

Milwaukee Film Festival: 7 Chinese Brothers
Milwaukee Film Festival

7 Chinese Brothers

Jason Schwartzman attempts to put it all together in this slacker comedy.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Peace Officer
Milwaukee Film Festival

Peace Officer

The centerpiece of the 2015 Milwaukee Film Festival is an award-winning documentary.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Youth
Milwaukee Film Festival

Youth

Milwaukee Film Festival to open with a likely award winner. First in a series of previews.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartments for Prospect Ave.
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartments for Prospect Ave.

Qdoba and surface parking lot would be converted to 80-unit building under plan.

Friday Photos: Taxi Parking to Urban Living
Friday Photos

Taxi Parking to Urban Living

Deregulating taxicabs will pour at least $172,000 into government coffers annually.

Friday Photos: Ripping the Top Off
Friday Photos

Ripping the Top Off

East Side building loses one floor, is gaining two more, as Sage on Prospect is created.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s New Rooftop Bar
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s New Rooftop Bar

It will be located atop the New Kimpton Hotel in the Third Ward.

Riverwest 24 Bike Race Live Blog – 2015

Riverwest 24 Bike Race Live Blog – 2015

Follow the action on (and off) the race course.

Friday Photos: Walker’s Landing Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Walker’s Landing Takes Shape

It might be misnamed, but it's rising along the river, as our photos show.

Photo Gallery: Garfield Avenue Festival
Photo Gallery

Garfield Avenue Festival

Festival packs the street with blues and barbecue and beer. Our photos capture the easy-going vibe.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Man Behind Bob Donovan
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Man Behind Bob Donovan

Steve Schumacher handles all social media for mayoral hopeful. He also has a criminal record.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Locations of Next 35 Bike Stations Announced
Eyes on Milwaukee

Locations of Next 35 Bike Stations Announced

New Bublr stations will blanket East Side with other locations in 12 neighborhoods. Here is complete list.

Friday Photos: Third Ward’s Hotel Takes Shape
Friday Photos

Third Ward’s Hotel Takes Shape

The 158-room Kimpton Hotel has reached about half its height and will be completed next year. Our photos capture its progress.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bucks Arena Winners and Losers
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bucks Arena Winners and Losers

We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Return of Pabst Brewing
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Return of Pabst Brewing

The city's famed beer maker, long absent from Milwaukee, will return to the Pabst Brewery complex.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Scott Walker Aids Milwaukee Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Scott Walker Aids Milwaukee Streetcar

In an unexpected move, Walker helps avoid messy situation between city and county.

Friday Photos: 833 East Redefines the Skyline
Friday Photos

833 East Redefines the Skyline

It's not flashy, but it's becoming highly visible near the lakefront.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Construction Starts in October
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Construction Starts in October

On-going engineering work continues to save millions of dollars. And anti-streetcar group has given up trying to stop the starter line.

Photo Gallery: Suburbs’ Day in Milwaukee
Photo Gallery

Suburbs’ Day in Milwaukee

Who are all those suburbanites that camp out in the city for the July 3rd fireworks?

Update: Buses Running, But Union Might Strike Again
Update

Buses Running, But Union Might Strike Again

Bus service continuing, but union president references more potential work stoppages. What else did he say?

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Rises
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Rises

Northwestern Mutual's 32-floor building will be the state's biggest and its basic structure has been mostly framed out.

Update: 15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)
Update

15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)

UPDATE #4: Two new myths emerge plus photos from the picket line.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)
Eyes on Milwaukee

15 Myths About The Bus Strike (and More)

Bus service continuing, but union president references more potential work stoppages. What else did he say?

Dairyland Tour: Daniel Holloway
Dairyland Tour

Daniel Holloway

We're down to the final three races of the Tour of America's Dairyland.

Dairyland Tour: Justin Williams
Dairyland Tour

Justin Williams

The third in a series on racers in the Tour of America's Dairyland, the nation's largest competitive cycling event.

Make Your Voice Heard on Bucks Arena

Make Your Voice Heard on Bucks Arena

Our simple, easy-to-use contact form lets you reach officials in Madison on the arena deal and frankly communicate your views.

Dairyland Tour: Jadon Jaeger
Dairyland Tour

Jadon Jaeger

The second in a series on racers in the Tour of America's Dairyland, the nation's largest competitive cycling event.

Dairyland Tour: Nathan Labecki
Dairyland Tour

Nathan Labecki

The first in a series on racers in the Tour of America's Dairyland, the nation's largest competitive cycling event, which kicks off today.

Photo Gallery: Summerfest Rock ‘n’ Sole Run
Photo Gallery

Summerfest Rock ‘n’ Sole Run

Thousands ran through drizzling rain and fog. Our photos capture the action, from the lakefront and city streets to the summit of Hoan Bridge.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s New Train Shed
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s New Train Shed

It's 50 years old and serves nearly 600,000 people annually, and its long-awaited replacement is finally being built.

Marcus Center Unveils Free Summer Lineup

Marcus Center Unveils Free Summer Lineup

Band concerts, dance concerts, movies and more will be offered at Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion.

Friday Photos: North End Redefines Water Street
Friday Photos

North End Redefines Water Street

Third phase of transformational project fills the gap between Downtown and the Lower East Side.

Pabst Announces 2015 Fish Fry & Flick Lineup

Pabst Announces 2015 Fish Fry & Flick Lineup

Free lakefront movie series is back for a 7th year with a great lineup.

Empty Storefronts: Meet Emily Robbins
Empty Storefronts

Meet Emily Robbins

National League of Cities associate will speak about her findings on how cities can support small businesses and use data to make city services more efficient.

Empty Storefronts: Meet June Williamson
Empty Storefronts

Meet June Williamson

New York professor who focuses on retrofitting the suburbs in an urban way will speak at Empty Storefronts conference Monday.

How to Fill Those Empty Storefronts

How to Fill Those Empty Storefronts

Inaugural event will bring national leaders to Milwaukee to discuss long-term solutions for commercial corridors with empty storefronts.

Urban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Awards

Urban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Awards

Publication claims two of three awards for criticism and Michael Horne wins for House Confidential column.

Friday Photos: Presenting the Posner Building Apartments
Friday Photos

Presenting the Posner Building Apartments

Huge, almost entirely vacant building transforming into 105 apartments on key downtown corner

Friday Photos: The Brewery’s 100-Unit Frederick Lofts
Friday Photos

The Brewery’s 100-Unit Frederick Lofts

Photos of this major residential project, another addition to a virtual mini-city replacing the old Pabst Brewery.

Friday Photos: East Side Apartments Nearly Complete
Friday Photos

East Side Apartments Nearly Complete

Chicago developer's project will add 36 apartments just off Brady Street. And a huge increase in city tax revenue.

Photo Gallery: St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2015
Photo Gallery

St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2015

The warm weather drew a large crowd, including Mayor Tom Barrett and the Wacky Wheeler.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee Streetcar Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee Streetcar Approved

After years of debate, streetcar will finally move forward. Final engineering will begin immediately, and construction by the end of the year.

Friday Photos: 700 Lofts Takes Shape in Westown
Friday Photos

700 Lofts Takes Shape in Westown

49 new apartments are slated to open in June 2015 on the west side of Downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Responses Shows Wide Support
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Responses Shows Wide Support

Eleven out of 15 aldermanic districts, and 76 percent of all respondents support the proposed streetcar starter system.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Approved, but Held
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Approved, but Held

Large majority votes to approve streetcar, but parliamentary maneuver puts issue on hold until February 10th meeting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Streetcar Backers Say They Have the Votes
Eyes on Milwaukee

Streetcar Backers Say They Have the Votes

Aldermen Witkowski and Perez now favor it, and touted plan to extend the line into their south-side districts.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Four New Bus Routes Start Sunday
Eyes on Milwaukee

Four New Bus Routes Start Sunday

MCTS will include three more express lines, offering better service for high-demand routes.

Friday Photos: Dohmen Moves to Historic Third Ward
Friday Photos

Dohmen Moves to Historic Third Ward

The consulting company relocates to neighborhood where it all began 156 years ago.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Council Delays Streetcar Until January
Eyes on Milwaukee

Council Delays Streetcar Until January

Minority of aldermen were able to use city charter provision to delay project for one month, but a majority seems poised to approve it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Takes No Action on Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Takes No Action on Streetcar

Public Works Committee votes to send streetcar proposal to full council, setting up a showdown Dec. 16th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar

Mayor offers historic address to council committee on streetcar and it gains their approval. Only one person speaks in opposition.

Friday Photos: Construction Underway at The North End
Friday Photos

Construction Underway at The North End

Mandel Group is building the third phase of their "neighborhood by design" -- to plug "the doughnut hole in Downtown."

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Express Bus Routes Start in January
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Express Bus Routes Start in January

The good news: Three new express routes will move riders more quickly across the county. The bad: transit system running out of money.

Photo Gallery: 2014 Holiday Parade
Photo Gallery

2014 Holiday Parade

The 88th annual downtown parade lit up a gloomy weekend, as our photos attest.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New East Library is a Jewel
Eyes on Milwaukee

New East Library is a Jewel

Wow, what an improvement. Our photos capture the technology-rich and architecturally impressive new library

Eyes on Milwaukee: Barrett Moving Forward With Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

Barrett Moving Forward With Streetcar

If Common Council approves at December 16 meeting, construction would start in late 2015, and Milwaukee would follow in footsteps of many other cities.

Friday Photos: 1809 Cambridge Apartments
Friday Photos

1809 Cambridge Apartments

New 36-unit apartment building rising quickly on the East Side, as our photos show.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Another Bad Transit Plan By County Board
Eyes on Milwaukee

Another Bad Transit Plan By County Board

Amendment slipped into budget has had no public review and could leave system $1 million short (or worse) by end of 2015.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Return of The Avalon Theater
Eyes on Milwaukee

Return of The Avalon Theater

Everything you need to know, including behind-the-scenes photos, about Bay View's historic movie theater and its $2.5 million renovation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building Approved at Pabst
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building Approved at Pabst

Florida developer willing to undertake a project that no local developers will. The result will be 118 market-rate apartments, with no city financing.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Hitting the Home Stretch
Milwaukee Film Festival

Hitting the Home Stretch

More from film fan Jeramey on which movies you should catch, and which to skip.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 700 E. Kilbourn High-Rise Wins Key Approval
Eyes on Milwaukee

700 E. Kilbourn High-Rise Wins Key Approval

Proposed high-rise would add up to 275 "ultra luxury" apartments to downtown Milwaukee -- with no public financing.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Germania Building to Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Germania Building to Become Apartments

118-year-old building would be converted to 74 apartments at prominent downtown corner.

Friday Photos: Bay View ArtStop Opens
Friday Photos

Bay View ArtStop Opens

It's a bus stop, art work, and urban island. Grand opening is tonight, but we've already got photos of the new amenity.

Milwaukee Film Festival: Jeramey’s Weekend Recap
Milwaukee Film Festival

Jeramey’s Weekend Recap

Reporting on a great opening weekend and five films I saw. Which are worth your time?

Friday Photos: The Pizza Man Apartments
Friday Photos

The Pizza Man Apartments

New East Side apartment building is bringing good urban form back to prominent corner.

Milwaukee Film Festival: What’s Jeramey Watching?
Milwaukee Film Festival

What’s Jeramey Watching?

19 films in 15 days. Do they sell all you can eat popcorn?

Eyes On Milwaukee: How To Fix O’Donnell Park
Eyes On Milwaukee

How To Fix O’Donnell Park

It's a complete failure of a park, here is how to fix it.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building Coming to the Third Ward
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building Coming to the Third Ward

Two developers partner up for a new building that is going to have a very odd shape.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chicago Firm Unveils Designs for 35-Story Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chicago Firm Unveils Designs for 35-Story Tower

New skyscraper would contain up to 275 apartments in downtown Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Doors Open Milwaukee Top 10
Eyes on Milwaukee

Doors Open Milwaukee Top 10

Cancel your weekend plans, here are 10 can't miss buildings to visit.

Photo Gallery: East Side Tomato Romp
Photo Gallery

East Side Tomato Romp

8,000 pounds of tomatoes go flying as contestants play dodgeball with tomatoes.

Friday Photos: The Brand New UWM School of Freshwater Sciences
Friday Photos

The Brand New UWM School of Freshwater Sciences

New freshwater school is the centerpiece of the burgeoning water cluster.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s New Bus System
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s New Bus System

MCTS is adding express service to more routes.

Photo Gallery: Milwaukee’s International Kite Festival
Photo Gallery

Milwaukee’s International Kite Festival

Free, family-friendly fun is a welcome change of pace from many lakefront events.

Friday Photos: 833 East, the Unsung Hero of Office Towers
Friday Photos

833 East, the Unsung Hero of Office Towers

New high rise office building has no city subsidy and will add to the property tax base immediately.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Developer Slays NIMBY Objectors
Eyes on Milwaukee

Developer Slays NIMBY Objectors

Why East Side development can move so slowly. And when developers can bypass the neighbors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MIAD Opens New Residence Hall, Celebrates 40 Years
Eyes on Milwaukee

MIAD Opens New Residence Hall, Celebrates 40 Years

Half-birthday bash, half-ribbon cutting, the ceremony unveiled MIAD's new six-story, Third Ward building.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Breaks Ground
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Breaks Ground

"A beautiful day in Milwaukee" and for assembled power brokers as Northwestern Mutual's new skyscraper gets underway.

Photo Gallery: Urban Vancouver, a Model for Milwaukee?
Photo Gallery

Urban Vancouver, a Model for Milwaukee?

Lacking the back-to-back skyscrapers of New York of Chicago, its smaller-scale urbanity is a marvel that Milwaukee could emulate.

Friday Photos: Bublr Bikes Everywhere
Friday Photos

Bublr Bikes Everywhere

Nine of the ten new stations have been installed -- and are getting plenty of ridership, as our photos show.

Photo Gallery: Discovering Urban Seattle
Photo Gallery

Discovering Urban Seattle

Our photo gallery captures many of the urban highlights one can see on a three-day trip to Seattle.

Friday Photos: Oregon at South Water Works
Friday Photos

Oregon at South Water Works

Foreclosed warehouse becoming 77 apartments in Walker's Point.

Photo Gallery: 2014 Wisconsin State Fair
Photo Gallery

2014 Wisconsin State Fair

Our photos capture everything the fair has to offer, including pig races, cream puffs and plenty of people.

Friday Photos: Dohmen’s New Third Ward HQ
Friday Photos

Dohmen’s New Third Ward HQ

Firm that started in Third Ward is returning there from suburbs, relocating 110 employees and overhauling a boring 1960's building.

Photo Gallery: German Fest 2014
Photo Gallery

German Fest 2014

Red, white and blue becomes black, red, and yellow as Milwaukee celebrates its German heritage.

Photo Gallery: Brady Street Festival
Photo Gallery

Brady Street Festival

With music, food, art, fashion shows, pro wrestling and camel rides, it was all happening on Brady Street.

Riverwest 24 Live Blog – 2014

Riverwest 24 Live Blog – 2014

Updates from a team involved in the 24-hour bicycle race.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwest 24 Preview
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwest 24 Preview

Milwaukee's best bicycle race, as our photos prove, kicks off at 7 p.m.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Apartment Building Planned for Water St.
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Apartment Building Planned for Water St.

The Rhythm would replace dive bar on Water St. and feature studios and one-bedroom units.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Uber and Lyft Legalized in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

Uber and Lyft Legalized in Milwaukee

Taxis for anyone who wants to drive one. Uber and Lyft are legal. And someone will probably sue the city to stop this.

Friday Photos: MIAD’s New Apartment Building
Friday Photos

MIAD’s New Apartment Building

Years in the making and 6 stories high, it's nearly complete. Students will move in this fall.

Photo Gallery: Traveling Beer Garden Hits Downtown
Photo Gallery

Traveling Beer Garden Hits Downtown

Red Arrow Park trades Starbucks for Sprecher

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Further Expands Real-Time Bus Routes
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Further Expands Real-Time Bus Routes

MCTS unveils real-time info for more bus lines, including the only bus route in Ozaukee County.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Visiting Leaders Pitch Pro Stadiums — And Transit!
Eyes on Milwaukee

Visiting Leaders Pitch Pro Stadiums — And Transit!

MMAC organized event to sell NBA arena, but speakers from Cleveland, Denver and OKC said Millenials want transit, too.

Hard Hat Tour: The Standard at East Library
Hard Hat Tour

The Standard at East Library

Our photos take you inside the new library and apartment building on North Ave.

Photo Gallery: South Shore Frolics Parade
Photo Gallery

South Shore Frolics Parade

The politicians were glad handing and the candy was flowing at the 65th annual celebration.

Friday Photos: Night Market Rising
Friday Photos

Night Market Rising

Part public art, part market, new pavilion on W. Wisconsin Ave. replaces surface parking.

Photo Gallery: Storm the Bastille 2014
Photo Gallery

Storm the Bastille 2014

Once more some 5,000 runners and walkers took over the streets of East Town in the late night opening to Bastille Days.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Transit Doubles Real Time Bus Data
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Transit Doubles Real Time Bus Data

Up-to-the minute arrival times now available on 16 bus routes across Milwaukee County.

Photo Gallery: Downer Classic Bike Races
Photo Gallery

Downer Classic Bike Races

Part of the 11-day Tour of America's Dairyland, Saturday's all day-affair attracted fans of bicycles, beer and festivals.

Photo Gallery: Cedarburg Strawberry Festival
Photo Gallery

Cedarburg Strawberry Festival

World record scoop of ice cream was the desert for the 29th annual festival.

Friday Photos: Easy Parking in Downtown Milwaukee?
Friday Photos

Easy Parking in Downtown Milwaukee?

City unveils sign system to guide drivers to garages with available parking spots.

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Freezes Historic Preservation Tax Credits
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Freezes Historic Preservation Tax Credits

Worried about the cost, Gov. Walker and WEDC have halted program with big benefits for Milwaukee.

Photo Gallery: Garlic Fest Spices Up Walker’s Point
Photo Gallery

Garlic Fest Spices Up Walker’s Point

Third annual celebration had no vampires, and everything you could imagine flavored with garlic. Our photos capture the fun.

Photo Gallery: Summer Soulstice on North Ave.
Photo Gallery

Summer Soulstice on North Ave.

The East Side's first festival of the season keeps getting better and better.

Photo Gallery: Soccer Crowd Shuts Down Brady Street
Photo Gallery

Soccer Crowd Shuts Down Brady Street

As many as 15,000 people pack Brady Street and surround Nomad Bar, while celebrating USA v Portugal game.

Friday Photos: “Sage” Apartment Building Nearly Finished
Friday Photos

“Sage” Apartment Building Nearly Finished

Jackson Street is becoming a nice urban street, now with new, environmentally friendly apartments.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New 18-Story Downtown Building Breaks Ground
Eyes on Milwaukee

New 18-Story Downtown Building Breaks Ground

The $102 million, 18-story tower at 833 E. Michigan is huge development, with no city financing. The full story, with photos and building renderings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: MSOE Renames Soccer Field
Eyes on Milwaukee

MSOE Renames Soccer Field

Kovac wonders why MSOE would name it after its current president. And why an engineering school couldn't dig a deep enough hole for its soccer field.

Eyes on Milwaukee: More Real Time Bus Data Available
Eyes on Milwaukee

More Real Time Bus Data Available

Five more routes now let riders know exactly when the bus will come.

Photo Gallery: CityCenter at 735 Fashion Show
Photo Gallery

CityCenter at 735 Fashion Show

The centennial celebration for CityCenter at 735 featured a fashion show that put 100 years of style on display.

Photo Gallery: 2014 Milwaukee Pride Parade
Photo Gallery

2014 Milwaukee Pride Parade

History in the making. Our photos capture the first Milwaukee Pride Parade to feature "just married" signs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Finally, a New Park East Plan
Eyes on Milwaukee

Finally, a New Park East Plan

Ten years later, the city and county are finally on the same page. Is development in the area ready to "explode"?

Photo Gallery: 2014 Locust Street Festival
Photo Gallery

2014 Locust Street Festival

The action, the people, the entertainment are all captured in our photos.

Photo Gallery: Bay View Gallery Night
Photo Gallery

Bay View Gallery Night

Compared to Third Ward's Gallery Night, this one has cheaper art and more of a street scene. Our photos capture the event.

Friday Photos: The Deconstruction of Northwestern Mutual
Friday Photos

The Deconstruction of Northwestern Mutual

Floor-by-floor, NML's 1970s office tower is coming down.

Friday Photos: Standard Nears Completion
Friday Photos

Standard Nears Completion

A new, state of the art library, 99 apartments and new retail space will be the result.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Posner Building To Become Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Posner Building To Become Apartments

Highly visible, mostly vacant building in Westown being restored.

Friday Photos: Rebuilding 794 in the Third Ward
Friday Photos

Rebuilding 794 in the Third Ward

It's a beautiful view, but soon enough it will be obstructed again.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Winners & Great Photos of 2014 Mayor’s Design Awards
Eyes on Milwaukee

Winners & Great Photos of 2014 Mayor’s Design Awards

From the new Pizza Man to Radio Milwaukee to Junior House Lofts, the winners span many styles and neighborhoods. Photo Galleries of every winning design.

Hard Hat Tour: Marquette’s New IVY on Fourteenth
Hard Hat Tour

Marquette’s New IVY on Fourteenth

Photographic tour of building nearing completion that will boast 80 apartments and street-level retail.

Friday Photos: Rise of the Avenir
Friday Photos

Rise of the Avenir

The 5-story, $21 million building will have 104 apartment units, 7,000 square-feet of retail space, and a Jimmy Johns.

Friday Photos: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Coming to Milwaukee
Friday Photos

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Coming to Milwaukee

Rishi Tea, Lakefront Brewery and Solaris are all building new facilities in the ever-growing Menomonee Valley.

Friday Photos: Pizza Man Gone and Apartments Arise
Friday Photos

Pizza Man Gone and Apartments Arise

Construction of the mixed use building with 39 apartments is proceeding at North and Oakland.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Finally, Transit System Unveils Real-Time Bus Data
Eyes on Milwaukee

Finally, Transit System Unveils Real-Time Bus Data

Long-awaited service improvement is here, sort of. When finished, you'll be able to check exactly when the bus will arrive.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 7 Can’t Miss YP Week Events
Eyes on Milwaukee

7 Can’t Miss YP Week Events

Young Professional Week features some 30 events. Here's our pick of the top seven.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Night At the MANDIs
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Night At the MANDIs

The once-tiny awards show is now a prestige event that packed the Pfister ballroom while another crowd watched the show streamed.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation Goes Crazy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation Goes Crazy

Bigger state tax credits have tripled applications for historic preservation projects, which is great news for Milwaukee.

Friday Photos: Behold the Halls of Ivy
Friday Photos

Behold the Halls of Ivy

A new 6-floor building on Marquette campus boosts 80 apartments in five different sizes. Our photos capture its progress.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Taxi Cab Lottery Has Light Turnout
Eyes on Milwaukee

Taxi Cab Lottery Has Light Turnout

Though there were 1,706 applications for 100 new licenses, only about 200 showed up for the lottery. But the show must go on! -- and did.

Photo Gallery: St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Photo Gallery

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

From the Sheriff to Irish dancers, it was all smiles in the parade.

Friday Photos: Riverwest Apartments Going Up
Friday Photos

Riverwest Apartments Going Up

Three of the four buildings in the RowHouse 31 project on Humboldt Ave are nearly finished.

The Fun and Frustrations of Eastside Music Tour

The Fun and Frustrations of Eastside Music Tour

More than 80 shows and 30 locations on one street in one day.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Betting on the Common Council
Eyes on Milwaukee

Betting on the Common Council

Haven't got your fix with the Super Bowl? Gamble with friends on who will be the next council president.

Hard Hat Tour: North Avenue Boomtown
Hard Hat Tour

North Avenue Boomtown

Three different projects will together remake E. North Avenue. Our photos capture the progress.

Eyes on Milwaukee: County Transit Applicants Sell Themselves to — Huh?– the City
Eyes on Milwaukee

County Transit Applicants Sell Themselves to — Huh?– the City

Just to further mess up a murky issue, the companies' often sketchy presentations were made to a city committee, not to the county.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Bike Share Launching in 2014
Eyes on Milwaukee

Bike Share Launching in 2014

Phase I of bike share program will have at least 28 stations and 250 bikes, thanks to a federal grant.

Obama Official Lauds City’s Sustainability Programs

Obama Official Lauds City’s Sustainability Programs

Energy Department official visits to praise Milwaukee's green efforts, which now save $500,000 annually. Our photos capture the event.

Friday Photos: MIAD On the Rise
Friday Photos

MIAD On the Rise

Its new 6-story building of student apartments is starting to take shape in Historic Third Ward.

It’s PARK(ing) Day, Let the Celebration Begin

It’s PARK(ing) Day, Let the Celebration Begin

Parking spots will be transformed into public space -- with entertainers performing -- as part of international event today.

Rep. Goyke Commemorates Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance 2013
Press Release

Rep. Goyke Commemorates Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance 2013

Statement from Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) on September 11th, 2013

Friday Photos: The Ever-Changing Third Ward
Friday Photos

The Ever-Changing Third Ward

A new pink sculpture, new deli, new Woolen Mills store, and a new dorm rising -- all captured by camera.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Zipcars for the Masses
Eyes on Milwaukee

Zipcars for the Masses

By-the-hour car rental firm unveils huge expansion, adding 29 vehicles to Milwaukee with possibly more to come.

Hard Hat Tour: Radio Milwaukee’s Green Roof Installation
Hard Hat Tour

Radio Milwaukee’s Green Roof Installation

The new green roof was installed with amazing speed and could last for 100 years.

Mandel Plans Lakefront High-Rise

Mandel Plans Lakefront High-Rise

Last empty site in old Park East area would be location for Prospect Ave tower.

Photo Gallery: East Library Groundbreaking
Photo Gallery

East Library Groundbreaking

Photos capture groundbreaking for new mixed-use development combining East Library, retail and apartments. Take that, Bayshore.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Giant Step for Radio Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Giant Step for Radio Milwaukee

An in-depth look and photo tour of the new 88Nine headquarters, which will transform the station.

Photo Gallery: Bay View “Frolics” Parade
Photo Gallery

Bay View “Frolics” Parade

The 64th South Shore Frolics Parade included a band dressed as rabbits and a Hoan Bridge float.

Photo Gallery: Temporary East Library Opens
Photo Gallery

Temporary East Library Opens

It's just a block and a half away from the old library, and as Mayor Barrett demonstrated at its opening, you can still check out books.

Photo Gallery: All Fun at 2013 Pride Parade
Photo Gallery

All Fun at 2013 Pride Parade

Milwaukee's straightest parade flies its gay flag proudly.

Photo Gallery: Locust Street Festival 2013
Photo Gallery

Locust Street Festival 2013

Beer drinking, people watching, and some non-racing giant sausages. The street festival season is officially on, as our photos show.

Friday Photos: Say Goodbye to East Library
Friday Photos

Say Goodbye to East Library

East Library building closes as new temporary library takes shape around the corner.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $350,000 Grant Funds Art Corridors
Eyes on Milwaukee

$350,000 Grant Funds Art Corridors

GMC lands grant from ArtPlace America to create artistic corridors in Riverwest and Harambee and on West Wisconsin Ave.

Republicans Move to Kill Milwaukee Streetcar

Republicans Move to Kill Milwaukee Streetcar

If the streetcar is killed and federal money for it is lost, it will mean the total amount of federal transit money for Wisconsin rejected by Scott Walker will exceed $1 billion.

Back in the News: More About Iron Mine Controversy
Back in the News

More About Iron Mine Controversy

Cullen wins award for work on legislation as Milwaukee Magazine weighs in with story.

Photo Gallery: Soldiers Home Becomes National Historic Landmark
Photo Gallery

Soldiers Home Becomes National Historic Landmark

The National Park Service honors the Soldiers Home complex, whose classic buildings are the oldest in the nation still standing from Civil War days.

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.

Data: Richest Public Pensions in State History
Data

Richest Public Pensions in State History

Here are the backdrop payments received by 1,712 county employees. 255 collected anywhere from $255,000 to $1 million -- plus a monthly pension.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee From Atop the Pabst Silos
Friday Photos

Milwaukee From Atop the Pabst Silos

A 360 degree view of the city, including the Brewery redevelopment, from high above.

Pabst Office Building Goes Moderne

Pabst Office Building Goes Moderne

Striking new design for downtown's first new office building in 10 years

Friday Photos: St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Friday Photos

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Downtown Milwaukee was filled with green this past weekend, from politicians to the hoi polloi.

New Front Door for Lakefront

New Front Door for Lakefront

Dramatic plan moves freeway ramps and creates a grand boulevard that connects downtown and the lakefront.

Kimpton Hotel Approved

Kimpton Hotel Approved

Nine-floor, four-star hotel will add drama and 158 rooms to Third Ward; hopes to open in 2015.

Friday Photos: Gutting the Prospect Mall
Friday Photos

Gutting the Prospect Mall

New plan adds 4 floors, 52 apartments and 10,000 square feet of retail. But first the old place must be gutted.

Apartment Complex Coming to Haymarket Neighborhood

Apartment Complex Coming to Haymarket Neighborhood

Commission recommends zoning change for brick warehouse to be converted to 65 apartments.

Back in the News: Sue Black
Back in the News

Sue Black

She was wrongly fired, she insists to Milwaukee Magazine, whose cover story has many community leaders praising her.

Meet the Merchant: Bill Lison and Nate Fried
Press Release

Meet the Merchant: Bill Lison and Nate Fried

Owners of Hybrid Lounge are this month's Meet the Merchant

Book Review: Historic Milwaukee Public Schoolhouses
Book Review

Historic Milwaukee Public Schoolhouses

An enjoyable journey through many of Milwaukee's most attractive public school buildings.

Quiet Company Could Build City’s Tallest Building

Quiet Company Could Build City’s Tallest Building

An examination of the who, what, where, and when of the new Northwestern Mutual office tower.

Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Announces Seven “Chat with the Chair” Events for the Month of December
Press Release

Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Announces Seven “Chat with the Chair” Events for the Month of December

“Chats” set for Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee, West Milwaukee, Greenfield, Greendale, Hales Corners and Bayside

Friday Photos: Brewery Projects Near Completion
Friday Photos

Brewery Projects Near Completion

An apartment building and a hotel add more excitement to the redevelopment project at the old Pabst brewery.

Home Contest is a Big Winner

Home Contest is a Big Winner

Most Improved Home Contest offers $7,000 in prize money, generates $164,000 in home improvements.

Photo Gallery: Inside The North End
Photo Gallery

Inside The North End

Take a peek at two new apartment buildings under construction just north of Downtown.

County Board Junks Bus Fare Proposal

County Board Junks Bus Fare Proposal

Proposal to kill transfers and cut fares suddenly lost its supporters.

Streetcar Meeting on Tuesday

Streetcar Meeting on Tuesday

Public invited to ask questions about project.

Friday Photos: Small Pleasures
Friday Photos

Small Pleasures

A number of smaller construction projects are underway to improve downtown properties

The County’s Paradoxical Transit Proposal

The County’s Paradoxical Transit Proposal

A proposal to lower cash fares for county buses could actually increase the cost for many riders.

Sydney HiH Gallery Night

Sydney HiH Gallery Night

A Gallery Night send off for the epicenter of Milwaukee's counter-culture movement.

Friday Photos: East Town Unveilings
Friday Photos

East Town Unveilings

New signage and restoration are a change of scenery for downtown.

Urban Milwaukee Night at Film Fest

Urban Milwaukee Night at Film Fest

Join us for the Milwaukee Film Festival's showing of Detropia and post-movie chat and happy hour.

Eyes on Milwaukee: An Action-Packed Weekend
Eyes on Milwaukee

An Action-Packed Weekend

So much to see: A party on a bridge, 120+ open houses, and President Obama's speech.

Photo Gallery: Al’s Run & Walk
Photo Gallery

Al’s Run & Walk

Thousands of people packed downtown streets for a good cause on Saturday.

Wanna Buy Some Park East Land?

Wanna Buy Some Park East Land?

Sensing market interest, Milwaukee County is trying to sell a parcel of land -- for the third time.

Friday Photos: MSOE Parking Garage
Friday Photos

MSOE Parking Garage

Park East Freeway spur land is becoming 780-stall parking garage

Parks Plan Has Problems

Parks Plan Has Problems

Cathedral Square / Juneau Park plan created with little public discussion and no design competition.

Friday Photos: Labor Day Edition
Friday Photos

Labor Day Edition

Two historic buildings are completely covered as their facades are restored.

The Milwaukee Brewery District

The Milwaukee Brewery District

The impact of a semi-successful early 80's plan for a large stretch of downtown.

A Redesign for Cathedral Square

A Redesign for Cathedral Square

A recent UWM master's thesis plans for an improved Cathedral Square

Beer Gardens Back at Pere Marquette

Beer Gardens Back at Pere Marquette

It was off after Sue Black's firing. Now it's back on.

How to Improve Cathedral Square

How to Improve Cathedral Square

What would make Milwaukee's town square better?

Book Club: The Great Inversion
Book Club

The Great Inversion

Next meeting on September 17th, focusing on the future of American cities.

Donovan’s New Anti-Streetcar Allies

Donovan’s New Anti-Streetcar Allies

After three press releases in three days, the alderman holds a news conference with new right-wing allies.

MCTS SERVES IRISH FEST
Press Release

MCTS SERVES IRISH FEST

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of Irish Fest.

Brewery Building Is a Go

Brewery Building Is a Go

The five-story Professional Center building got final approval for construction at the old Pabst Brewery.

Name a Milwaukee Street

Name a Milwaukee Street

The City is holding a contest to rename a Fifth Ward street. What's your suggestion?

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Milwaukee Olympics
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Olympics

Why Milwaukee isn't likely to ever to host the Olympics, and why it would have been nice if Chicago did.

House Confidential: Chris Abele’s Castle
House Confidential

Chris Abele’s Castle

The County Executive calls the largest house in Milwaukee home.

Photo Gallery: 2012 Brady Street Festival
Photo Gallery

2012 Brady Street Festival

A photo gallery of the last major street festival of the summer.

New Building On Tap For Brewery

New Building On Tap For Brewery

Gorman & Company's third building at the former Pabst Brewery will target law firms as tenants.

House Confidential: Barry Mandel’s Penthouse
House Confidential

Barry Mandel’s Penthouse

From his downtown penthouse, the Milwaukee real estate developer may have the best view in town.

County Board Approves Negotiations for The Couture

County Board Approves Negotiations for The Couture

Proposed 44-floor building for lakefront stays on track

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee

Celebrate the city you love at Urban Milwaukee: The Store tomorrow and Saturday.

House Confidential: Scott Skiles’ McMansion
House Confidential

Scott Skiles’ McMansion

A new column looks inside the homes of notable Milwaukeeans.

Book Review: The Option of Urbanism
Book Review

The Option of Urbanism

More and more Americans are voting with their feet to live, work, and play in urban neighborhoods, but the government and big banks have been slow to respond to this change

Photo Gallery: The Couture Press Conference
Photo Gallery

The Couture Press Conference

Developers and politicians unite behind the podium to unveil 44-story project.

44-Floor Tower Proposed for Lakefront

44-Floor Tower Proposed for Lakefront

A new 44-story tower proposed for Milwaukee.

Book Review: The Seamless City
Book Review

The Seamless City

Mitt Romney's urban policy adviser delivers a surprisingly sane book on his time as a mayor of a major city.

Downtown Milwaukee Farmers’ Markets

Downtown Milwaukee Farmers’ Markets

Milwaukee is blessed with not one, but two weekly farmers' markets that add to the vibrancy of downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Transit System Facing Nearly 30% Service Reduction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Transit System Facing Nearly 30% Service Reduction

Challenges ahead for MCTS, but good news in Westown, Lake Park, Silver City, and the Menomonee Valley

Friday Photos: Lower East Side Construction
Friday Photos

Lower East Side Construction

Friday Photos this week features photography of three Lower East Side construction projects.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Amtrak Accidents and Customer Service
Eyes on Milwaukee

Amtrak Accidents and Customer Service

Also discussion of Downtown Dining Week, some development news, and new tv commercials from MCTS.

Photo Gallery: Summer Soulstice Music Festival – 2012
Photo Gallery

Summer Soulstice Music Festival – 2012

The 12th annual Summer Soulstice Music Festival brought together the best of Milwaukee's East Side under great weather on Saturday night.

Envisioning the Seen: Milwaukee’s Future – Today, June 18th
Envisioning the Seen

Milwaukee’s Future – Today, June 18th

The Pabst Theater plays host to Envisioning the Seen: Milwaukee's Future tonight, June 18th. Ten Milwaukeeans and two moderators will hold an open-ended, fireside-style discussion, followed by an audience question and answer period.

Photo Gallery: Locust Street Festival – 2012
Photo Gallery

Locust Street Festival – 2012

A photo gallery of the great people watching provided by "the best fest in Riverwest."

Commission Recommends Historic Designation for Sydney Hih Building, Fuse Still Lit

Commission Recommends Historic Designation for Sydney Hih Building, Fuse Still Lit

The Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval of interim historic designation for the Sydney Hih building, though the future of the building remains very much in doubt.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Slow Demise of Sydney Hih
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Slow Demise of Sydney Hih

Sydney Hih could be saved, a witch hunt on North Ave, UWM has a baseball team (?), and Alderman Jose Perez wins a game for the Brewers.

15th Annual Mayor’s Design Award Winners Announced (Photo Gallery)

15th Annual Mayor’s Design Award Winners Announced (Photo Gallery)

The winners of the 15th annual Mayor's Design Awards have been announced with projects ranging from a high-rise housing tower to a complete street redesign taking home awards.

New Zoning Would Allow Taller East Side Buildings

New Zoning Would Allow Taller East Side Buildings

In one of its "shortest meetings ever," the City Plan Commission recommended letting North Avenue rise higher.

Photo Gallery: Downtown Baseball Block Party
Photo Gallery

Downtown Baseball Block Party

Baseball fans converted a downtown parking lot into an outdoor movie theater to watch the Milwaukee Brewers game.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Did Donovan Make Bauman Soil His Pants?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Did Donovan Make Bauman Soil His Pants?

Another week, another Ald. Donovan anti-streetcar press conference. Plus: will the Bucks get a new owner and new arena? And: East Side zoning changes and the return of the Downtown Trolley loop.

East Library Gains Zoning Approval, Rest of District Held

East Library Gains Zoning Approval, Rest of District Held

Residents are still a little restive about it, but the East Side's buildings are likely to get a little higher, to judge by the results of today's City Plan Commission meeting.

Bob vs Bob (Almost)

Bob vs Bob (Almost)

We reached out to Aldermen Bob Bauman and Bob Donovan to get their perspective on the Milwaukee Streetcar project following the press conference "debate"

Battle of the Bobs: Donovan vs Bauman Streetcar Press Conference
Battle of the Bobs

Donovan vs Bauman Streetcar Press Conference

Leave it to Ald. Bob Bauman to upstage Ald. Bob Donovan at his own press conference.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Tour the Talgo Trains You Might Never Ride
Eyes on Milwaukee

Tour the Talgo Trains You Might Never Ride

Downtown block parties are coming, use of bike racks on MCTS buses doubles year-over-year, explore the Historic Concordia neighborhood with HMI, UWM gets a zoning change, The Moderne is meeting hiring requirements, and kids can ride free on the Amtrak Hiawatha this summer.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Herb Kohl’s Arena Commitment, The Second Downtown Strip Club, Northwestern Mutual’s New Downtown Building, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Herb Kohl’s Arena Commitment, The Second Downtown Strip Club, Northwestern Mutual’s New Downtown Building, and More

This week's Eyes on Milwaukee column explores Herb Kohl's commitment to a new arena, the idea of another downtown strip club, Northwestern Mutual's potential new downtown building, and a whole lot more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Regional Bus Service Cuts, Transit Center Redevelopment, Museum Mile, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Regional Bus Service Cuts, Transit Center Redevelopment, Museum Mile, and More

The 11th installment of Eyes on Milwaukee focuses on transit, development, and new restaurants. The Downtown Transit Center's redevelopment is inching closer to reality. The Milwaukee Museum Mile is a new marketing effort for some overlooked museums. Service reductions are coming to the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha commuter bus service, and the Milwaukee City Clerk is still tweeting, thankfully.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Common Council Committee Appointments, Milwaukee County Attraction Pass, The Moderne Lands a Restaurant, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Common Council Committee Appointments, Milwaukee County Attraction Pass, The Moderne Lands a Restaurant, and More

Eyes on Milwaukee this week focuses on the committee appointments by Milwaukee Common Council President Willie Hines, Supervisor Haas' efforts for a Milwaukee County attraction pass, the restaurant coming to The Moderne, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Impending New Milwaukee Delegation, Free Brewers Tickets for Aldermen, 24 to 1, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Impending New Milwaukee Delegation, Free Brewers Tickets for Aldermen, 24 to 1, and More

Welcome to the ninth installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week I examine the coming changes to the Milwaukee Delegation, how another big city gets quite the luxury perk, the difference between the charter meetings of the City and County, Milwaukee's new City Clerk, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Future of Transit Event, Urban Milwaukee Store Grand Opening, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Future of Transit Event, Urban Milwaukee Store Grand Opening, and More

Welcome to the eighth installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week I invite you to a handful of Urban Milwaukee events, challenge you to name the new river skimmer, and share a fair amount of development news and information about new restaurants in Milwaukee.

Future of Transit Discussion at the top of the US Bank Center

Future of Transit Discussion at the top of the US Bank Center

If you care about transit in Milwaukee, or if you simply want the best view of the city available, come to the 40th floor of the US Bank Center next Monday night, April 16th from 5:30 until 8:00 for a cocktail hour and discussion on the future of transit in Milwaukee and how we move through the city.

Suburbs Overwhelmingly Want to Reduce Size of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

Suburbs Overwhelmingly Want to Reduce Size of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

Almost all of Milwaukee County's suburbs had a referendum questions that asked for voter's opinions on reducing the size of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors and reducing the position to part-time during Tuesday's election. In every community it was asked, voters overwhelmingly voted to reduce the number and pay of supervisors, but what would that achieve?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Hines for Mayor, Coggs for Life, Thomas for 34%, and More City Politics
Eyes on Milwaukee

Hines for Mayor, Coggs for Life, Thomas for 34%, and More City Politics

Welcome to the seventh installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week the focus is all on City of Milwaukee elected officials following yesterday's election. I explore the likelihood that Willie Hines runs for Mayor, how the new Common Council will resemble the old Common Council, the wide disparity in vote totals between districts, Bob Donovan winning the war, the shocking number of votes Johnny Thomas got, and Spencer Coggs' new job.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation, Miller Park Sales Tax, The War on Bob Donovan, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation, Miller Park Sales Tax, The War on Bob Donovan, and More

Welcome to the sixth installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week I take an initial look at Alderman Witkowski's attempt to redefine Milwaukee's historic preservation ordinance, the Miller Park sales tax's sunset, the ugly turn Juarez versus Donovan has taken, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Talgos being Mothballed, Bike Corrals Return, YP Week, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Talgos being Mothballed, Bike Corrals Return, YP Week, and More

Welcome to the fifth installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week we take a look at mothballing the new Talgo trainsets for the Amtrak Hiawatha line, the return of the bike corrals, Young Professional Week, free music from the Milwaukee Public Library, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Free Bus Rides, Moneyball and Renderings, Crime on Buses Way Down, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Free Bus Rides, Moneyball and Renderings, Crime on Buses Way Down, and More

Welcome to the fourth installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week we take a look at free bus rides for St. Patrick's Day, the idea of applying Moneyball principles to project renderings, how Police Chief Flynn has apparently managed to cut in half the service calls originated from MCTS buses, the notion of a new union for UWM, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sales Tax, Bradley Center Transportation, The Moderne, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sales Tax, Bradley Center Transportation, The Moderne, and More

Welcome to the third installment of Eyes on Milwaukee. This week we take a look at Milwaukee's sales tax rate compared to other major cities, the Bradley Center's new transportation option, UWM's continued insistence on growing parking subsidies, and a whole lot of development news.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Lake Parkway, Kohl’s and Target, Frontier vs Southwest, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Lake Parkway, Kohl’s and Target, Frontier vs Southwest, and More

Welcome to the second weekly installment of Eyes on the Street, a new column running down what’s happening in urban Milwaukee. This week we look at the Lake Parkway extension, Kohl's and Target, Frontier Airlines vs Southwest Airlines, Development News, Openings and Closings, and more.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Taxi Cabs, Elections, and More
Eyes on Milwaukee

Taxi Cabs, Elections, and More

Welcome to the first weekly installment of Eyes on the Street, a new column running down what's happening in urban Milwaukee. This week features taxi cabs, election news, a list of openings and closings, and the photo of the week.

Milwaukee Taxi Cab Medallion Bill Passes Assembly

Milwaukee Taxi Cab Medallion Bill Passes Assembly

The City of Milwaukee is working on state legislation to allow the City to profit from the sale of additional taxi cab permits (to be called medallions) and address the perceived shortage of taxi cabs in the city. Currently under Wisconsin law, permit and license fees can not exceed the cost to issue said permits. This gives the Common Council and Mayor little incentive to raise the cap on the number of permits (currently capped at the seemingly random number of 321 since 1992), despite the fact that the permits are changing hands in the private market for between $80,000 to $150,000.

The North End Phase Two Groundbreaking Photos

The North End Phase Two Groundbreaking Photos

A ceremonial groundbreaking took place at the corner of Pleasant and Water streets today for the Portrait and Silhouette buildings at The North End, collectively known as Phase Two of The North End. A number of public officials were on hand representing the large number of public funding sources required to get the project off the ground (or more aptly, in the ground) with the state of private financing for development.

Alderman Bauman’s Milwaukee Police Department – MacArthur Square Plan Worth Exploring

Alderman Bauman’s Milwaukee Police Department – MacArthur Square Plan Worth Exploring

Alderman Bob Bauman, who represents downtown and the near west side, has put forth a proposal to relocate the Milwaukee Police Department headquarters and municipal courts to southeast corner of 27th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. As part of that proposal the MPD District 1 station would be relocated to W. Wisconsin Avenue between 6th Street and the Milwaukee River and the former MPD headquarters would be redeveloped.

East Library Redevelopment Update and Estimated Schedule

East Library Redevelopment Update and Estimated Schedule

A public meeting was held at Milwaukee Public Library's East Library last night to present updates and answer questions on East Library redevelopment proposal.

MetroEXpress Exact Stops Now Available

MetroEXpress Exact Stops Now Available

The previously announced new express bus service from the Milwaukee County Transit System, MetroEXpress, has likely made its impending arrival to regular riders with signs posted on affected bus stops all over Milwaukee County. MCTS has just recently released the full list of stops for the MetroEXpress routes and other affected routes.

MCTS Announces MetroEXpress – GreenLine, BlueLine, RedLine

MCTS Announces MetroEXpress – GreenLine, BlueLine, RedLine

The Milwaukee County Transit System has unveiled a name for the new express service, and for the three new express routes. The express service will be known as MetroEXpress, and will begin service January 29th, 2012.

Close Wisconsin Avenue Through the Marquette Campus?

Close Wisconsin Avenue Through the Marquette Campus?

In 1992, Marquette proposed closing Wisconsin Avenue to vehicular traffic between North 11th and North 16th streets, as well as North 12th and North 13th streets between Wisconsin Avenue and Wells Street. Closing a section of Wisconsin Avenue was intended to make the campus safer and more attractive, and it certainly would have had a big impact on the university and city, but would it have been positive?

Milwaukee Streetcar Hearing at Frontier Airlines Center

Milwaukee Streetcar Hearing at Frontier Airlines Center

On Wednesday, November 16th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00, there will be a Public Hearing on the Draft Environmental Assessment Document for the Milwaukee Streetcar. During this meeting attendees will be able to provide a comment on the record regarding the Milwaukee Streetcar project.

HSI/WiRED Properties Proposal Picked for East Library

HSI/WiRED Properties Proposal Picked for East Library

The Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustee’s Building and Development Committee met at the East Library on Wednesday night to hear final proposals from the three respondents to the East Library Redevelopment RFP. Following a closed session for deliberations, the Building and Development Committee voted to move the proposal from HSI Properties forward to the full Library Board.

Introducing the Bayshore – Airport Express Bus Service

Introducing the Bayshore – Airport Express Bus Service

Due in large part to a reduction in state aid starting in 2012, the Milwaukee County Transit System had planned for a massive reduction in service. Thanks to some last minute creative planning by those at MCTS, the vast majority of those cuts are on track to be avoided thanks to the use of CMAQ funds. The CMAQ funds, allocated out of a competitive bidding process, will provide funding to institute "express service" for two years along a number of key corridors which will replace segments of a number of routes. A public meeting, hosted by Supervisors Marina Dimitrijevic, Jason Haas, and Patricia Jursik, on the proposed Bayshore - Airport Express service was recently held to present the service to the community and answer any questions on the upcoming questions.

Book Review: The Big Roads
Book Review

The Big Roads

The Big Roads, by Earl Swift, tells the story of America's highways. The book begins by exploring the era when a highway was merely a dirt road, and ends with a look at the lasting impact of the Interstate Highway System.

Introducing Urban Milwaukee Book Club

Introducing Urban Milwaukee Book Club

Do you like cities? Can you read a book in a month? If you can answer yes to both questions, you should join us for the first meeting of the Urban Milwaukee Book Club. The first book up is Ed Glaeser's Triumph of the City.

Book Review: The Battle for Gotham
Book Review

The Battle for Gotham

Roberta Brandes Gratz, one of Planetizen's Top 100 Urban Thinkers, explores what makes New York City work in her book The Battle for Gotham New York in the Shadow of Robert Moses and Jane Jacobs. With a title like you would assume the book dealt heavily with details of how Jacobs and Moses operated and their battles over urban renewal, but you would be wrong if you did.

Book Review: The Agile City
Book Review

The Agile City

The Agile City by James S. Russell is an easy to read, pro-city book. Feeling much like a Richard Florida book at points, the author highlights examples of cities getting things right in regard to building wealth and dealing with the effects (and causes) of climate change. It is neither a book about green washing, nor is it filled with pie-in-the-sky "green" plans for how to remake the way we live. The book focuses on practical objectives to build wealth and well-being through cities.

Mixed-Use East Library Proposals Meet the Neighbors

Mixed-Use East Library Proposals Meet the Neighbors

Wednesday night, Alderman Nik Kovac held a public meeting to allow feedback to be voiced regarding the three proposed alternatives for the redevelopment of the one-story East Library into a mixed-use facility. The meeting was a follow-up to a meeting last November discussing the potential of issuing a request-for-proposal (RFP) for the redevelopment of the East Library site. Attendees at the meeting were provided with an update on the process and allowed to ask questions about the process and proposals. The predictable East Side public meeting questions were aired, but which, if any, of the proposals will be selected?

Brighten the Passage Design Charrette

Brighten the Passage Design Charrette

During the lunch hour on Wednesday, there will be a design charrette for the Brighten the Passage project. If you're like to stop by to contribute, the group will be meeting on-street at the corner of Water Street and Wisconsin Avenue.

Better Connecting the Lakefront to Downtown

Better Connecting the Lakefront to Downtown

There is no question that the connection between Milwaukee's lakefront and downtown is underwhelming. Despite the fact that they meet at Lincoln Memorial Drive, there is no grand connection between the two, which is unfortunate as the intersection of Lincoln Memorial Drive and Michigan Street is a gateway to the city.

Milwaukee Streetcar Passes Common Council, Proceeds to Final Engineering

Milwaukee Streetcar Passes Common Council, Proceeds to Final Engineering

The Milwaukee Common Council voted to approved the Milwaukee Streetcar today, moving it forward to Final Engineering.

Keep the Milwaukee Streetcar Moving Forward

Keep the Milwaukee Streetcar Moving Forward

The Milwaukee Streetcar is projected to go before the Steering & Rules Committee of the Milwaukee Common Council next week. If the project is able to pass the Steering & Rules Committee it is widely believed that it will pass the Common Council as a whole. However, passage by the Steering & Rules Committee is far from a sure thing, and now is a critical time to make your voice heard so that the project can move forward.

Building an Aerotropolis in Milwaukee

Building an Aerotropolis in Milwaukee

What would an aerotropolis bring to Milwaukee? What does Milwaukee need to do to get there? Better yet, what is an aerotropolis? I recently completed reading Aerotropolis: The Way We'll Live Next by Greg Lindsay and John Kasarda, and couldn't help but continually think about how the idea of an aerotropolis fits with Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Streetcar at Apex

Milwaukee Streetcar at Apex

The Milwaukee Streetcar is finally poised to move forward. Following last May's approval of a preliminary engineering study by the Milwaukee Connector Study Group, the Milwaukee Streetcar project has progressed to the next step in its development. In late June the Public Works Committee and Steering and Rules Committee will take up the project on subsequent days, followed by the full Milwaukee Common Council in early July.

Book Review: Triumph of the City
Book Review

Triumph of the City

Released February 10th, 2011, Trimuph of the City is the latest book to examine the value of cities. Written by Ed Glaseser, an economist at Harvard, the book explores "How Our Greatest Invention Makes Us Richer, Smarter, Greener, Healthier, and Happier." Dwelling largely on the social aspects of cities, Glaeser walks through the various aspects of city life that enable cities to succeed or fail including public health, public education, and transportation. He walks through evidence-based examples of why cities work to increase their residents wealth and health, examining the spread of ideas and disease as well.

John Norquist Milwaukee Tour – Congress for the New Urbanism

John Norquist Milwaukee Tour – Congress for the New Urbanism

One day before the start of the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) 19th annual conference in Madison, former Mayor and current CNU President & CEO John Norquist returned to Milwaukee with a number of his former deputies to offer a tour of many of the urban projects started during his tenure as mayor.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Transit

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Transit

Chris Abele was recently elected to fill the remainder of Governor Scott Walker's term as Milwaukee County Executive. That gives Abele less than one year to accomplish anything as Milwaukee County Executive before he must seek re-election. Given the relatively short time for which Abele is assured to be in office, what can the newly-elected County Executive hope to achieve when it comes to transit?

Brookings Institution Study Doesn’t Match MCTS Ridership

Brookings Institution Study Doesn’t Match MCTS Ridership

The Milwaukee County Transit System lost ridership at more than six times the national average in 2010. The lingering effects of the recession drove down ridership nearly everywhere, but MCTS was hit especially hard and saw record low ridership for the second year in a row. A large part of the reason for the 4.75% decline in ridership was fare increases coupled with the elimination of 3 routes and the elimination of the information call center. In short, the continued funding reductions to the bus system did exactly what one would expect them to do, caused fares to go up, routes to be cut, and ridership to plummet.

Garbage Land – Book Review

Garbage Land – Book Review

Garbage Land, by Elizabeth Royte, is billed as a book about "the secret trail of trash". The author follows her waste streams from her Brooklyn home to their various destinations across the Northeast. This includes ride alongs with "san men", visits to metal scrappers, discussions with composters, tours of MRF plants (materials recovery facility), water treatment plants, and the Fresh Kills landfill.

Target in Downtown Milwaukee

Target in Downtown Milwaukee

With the announcement that Target is opening a CityTarget store on State Street in Chicago's The Loop Neighborhood, the idea of a downtown Milwaukee Target has been generating a considerable amount of buzz in the past few weeks. Unfortunately for those wishing to shop at a downtown Target, none of that buzz has come from Target. Assuming Target was interested though, what location and store format would best match the desires of Target-loving shoppers with the needs of the city to continue to develop a healthy urban core in and around downtown? Let's explore.

Gallun Tannery Site Presents Opportunity and Challenges

Gallun Tannery Site Presents Opportunity and Challenges

Milwaukee is in the process of losing a historic landmark, the remaining tannery buildings of the former A.F. Gallun & Sons Company tannery are being demolished on the city's Lower East Side. The buildings once housed one of the city's many tanning businesses, but in a few weeks all that will remain is the redeveloped office building on the south side of North Water Street.

Can Downtown Milwaukee Support a 24-Hour Gym?

Can Downtown Milwaukee Support a 24-Hour Gym?

Downtown Milwaukee is blessed with four full-service, affordable fitness centers. The Wisconsin Athletic Club, Downtown YMCA, Bally Total Fitness, and newcomer Gold's Gym most of which are located along the Wisconsin Avenue corridor that is the heart of the central business district. They vary in size and services, but all are large gyms that provide personal training services. Given that downtown is well served by three full-service gyms, is there a market for a small, no-frills 24-hour gym?

The Urbanist’s Ideal Milwaukee County Executive Platform

The Urbanist’s Ideal Milwaukee County Executive Platform

The race for Milwaukee County Executive promises to be an intriguing one, if only because in a little over a year Milwaukee County residents will vote for the position four times (two primaries, two general elections). The extra election is caused by Scott Walker heading off to Madison with a year still left on his term.

How are the New MCTS Buses?

How are the New MCTS Buses?

Starting this past summer, new buses hit the streets in Milwaukee County. Now that they have been out on the road for a few months, it's likely that the "new car" (bus) smell has worn off. How do you feel about them now?

Introducing The City Center at 735

Introducing The City Center at 735

Gold's Gym will soon open at 731 N. Water Street, a building that has been empty for 22 years. The gym will occupy five out of eight floors in the building, which was originally built as an annex to the Daniel Burnham designed First Wisconsin National Bank building next door at 735 N. Water Street. As part of the opening of Gold's Gym, both of the First Wisconsin National Bank buildings will be rebranded as The City Center at 735.

How Urban are Marquette, MIAD, MSOE, and UWM?

How Urban are Marquette, MIAD, MSOE, and UWM?

Milwaukee is lucky to have a number of higher education institutions in its most urban neighborhoods.

The Great Reset by Richard Florida – Book Review

The Great Reset by Richard Florida – Book Review

Richard Florida, author of The Rise of the Creative Class, takes a broad look at the current economic crisis in his latest book.

Milwaukee Apartment Update

Milwaukee Apartment Update

What apartment projects are currently proposed, under construction, or have recently opened in Milwaukee? A little over a year ago we did a similar exercise, so it will be good to take a look and see what has changed in the past year.

A Mixed-Use Library to Replace the East Library?

A Mixed-Use Library to Replace the East Library?

Alderman Nik Kovac, whose district includes the East Library on 1910 E. North Avenue, held a public meeting on November 11th to solicit feedback on the proposal of converting the one-story, single-use library into a mixed-use building.The meeting, which was held at the East Library meeting room, attracted a standing-room only crowd, and included representatives from the Library Board (of which Kovac is a member), the Department of City Development, and the Mayor's office

Amtrak Should Innovate with Hiawatha Service Pricing

Amtrak Should Innovate with Hiawatha Service Pricing

With Interstate 94 under construction between the state line and Milwaukee for the next few years, new equipment on the way from Talgo, and a route extension to Madison under construction, it's time for Amtrak, iDot, and WisDOT to explore new pricing models for the state-sponsored rail service to encourage more riders and raise more revenue.

Photo Gallery: Group Unveils Temporary Public Art on Capitol Drive
Photo Gallery

Group Unveils Temporary Public Art on Capitol Drive

To fill the gap between the site's multi-year transformation from brownfield to productive industrial space, the 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corporation and Business Improvement District #37 invited IN:SITE to create art installations that generate interest in the area.

Beerline Trail Open to the Public

Beerline Trail Open to the Public

On Wednesday evening, the Beerline Trail celebrated it's grand opening.

Redesign coming to Gateway Arch in St. Louis

Redesign coming to Gateway Arch in St. Louis

For anyone that's ever been to the iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis, it's quite apparent that the structure itself is worthy of praise.

Parking Privatization a Non-Starter For Now

Parking Privatization a Non-Starter For Now

Parking privatization has received a lot of attention recently because of nationwide city-budget shortfalls and a high-profile privatization of Chicago's meters.

Does building a park over a freeway in Milwaukee make sense?

Does building a park over a freeway in Milwaukee make sense?

Cities across the country are in the process of constructing or exploring ways to turn freeways into public space. Would it be wise to implement such an idea in Milwaukee?

Construction to start at The Moderne

Construction to start at The Moderne

Following a long-awaited loan guarantee approval from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, construction will soon begin on The Moderne.

Chicago and Milwaukee – Large Public Art and Placemaking

Chicago and Milwaukee – Large Public Art and Placemaking

The latest iteration of Chicago's fascination with large public art is located across the street from the iconic Harold Washington Library in Pritzker Park just northwest of the intersection State Street and Van Buren Street. What is it? A three-story tall eye balll, dubbed the EYE.

Beerline B Apartments Riverwalk Proposed

Beerline B Apartments Riverwalk Proposed

The riverwalk segment for the proposed Beerline B Apartments will go before the Milwaukee City Plan Commission on August 23rd. General Capital Group is bringing the riverwalk segment forward for approval before the entire project. The 140-unit project, which recently was awarded $2,345,310 in WHEDA tax credits for 119 low-income units, will occupy the corner of Commerce St and Pleasant St.

Book Review: Carjacked – The Culture of the Automobile
Book Review

Carjacked – The Culture of the Automobile

Carjacked, The Culture of the Automobile and Its Effects On Our Lives, explores the love, lust, and reality of America's car culture.

Coming to the East Side – More Residents and Customers

Coming to the East Side – More Residents and Customers

Milwaukee's East Side residents and business owners are likely to see the results of such infill development over the course of the next year as a number of new buildings open.

It’s 11 p.m., Clear The Street

It’s 11 p.m., Clear The Street

The party is cut off abruptly at 11 p.m. so the street can be opened for traffic.

Cambridge Commons Tour

Cambridge Commons Tour

In August UW-Milwaukee will begin occupying Cambridge Commons, their new 700-bed residence hall. Owned by the UWM Real Estate Foundation and developed by the Mandel Group, the near-complete residence hall raises the bar for Milwaukee student housing when it comes to quality and ecological sustainability.

MCTS Unveils New Buses

MCTS Unveils New Buses

The Milwaukee County Transit System unveiled one of the 90 buses set to join their fleet in 2010.

Urban Tour Guide: Detroit
Urban Tour Guide

Detroit

Detroit is called the Motor City for a reason.

Urban Tour Guide: St. Louis
Urban Tour Guide

St. Louis

Alex Ihnen of UrbanSTL provides an excellent urban tour guide for St. Louis.

Milwaukee Earthquake

Milwaukee Earthquake

There was an apparent earthquake in Milwaukee today, how far across the city it was felt I haven't been able to figure out at this point. It was felt at our office at Milwaukee and Mason, the Journal Sentinel offices on 4th and Street, the Germania building on Wells and Plankinton, and the Biz Times offices in the Third Ward. At this point it seems that it was confined to downtown Milwaukee.

Urban Tour Guide: Columbus
Urban Tour Guide

Columbus

First things first... welcome to Columbus! If you're like most people who live outside of Ohio, you probably know very little about Columbus. I've found that actually works in our favor when hosting first-time visitors, as their expectations are a blank slate and it's not too hard to leave them with a positive impression of our city. We're home to the Ohio State University, the largest college in the United States, and serve as the capital of Ohio. Despite our location in the heart of the “rust belt”, Columbus was not founded as an industrial town and has managed to continue to grow and thrive. Our citizens are youthful, friendly, humble, creative and welcoming.

Urban Tour Guide: Chicago
Urban Tour Guide

Chicago

Chicago is a summer city. I never understood the desire of some Chicagoans to have a country home or lake home for the summer. A Florida condo in the winter perhaps, but why leave Chicago on the weekends during the short time of the year the weather is nice? Of course, if you're in Milwaukee, you already get this.

Urban Tour Guide: Pittsburgh
Urban Tour Guide

Pittsburgh

In an attempt to broaden our horizons, we reached out to other city-focused blogs across the Midwest. Our goal is to provide a quality tour guide for city-lovers in each large Midwestern city. We asked each of our writers recommend around 10 things that can be done in their city and to orientate the guide around someone staying at a downtown hotel without a car (including transit options if anything was outside of walking distance).Our second profile is of Pittsburgh

Urban Tour Guide: Indianapolis
Urban Tour Guide

Indianapolis

Indianapolis might be one of the most misunderstood Midwestern cities, as most people only associate the City with cars, Colts, and conventions. But dig a little deeper and you’ll discover what makes Indianapolis a true heartland destination: its thriving downtown, unique cultural districts, and beautiful urban neighborhoods

Milwaukee Downtown Dining Week Starts Tomorrow

Milwaukee Downtown Dining Week Starts Tomorrow

The single greatest week of eating in Milwaukee starts tomorrow. The fifth edition of Downtown Dining Week will kick off on June 3rd and run through June 10th. Lunch meals are available for $10, and dinner is available for $20 (or $30 at a handful of places) at numerous downtown restaurants. If you're looking to sample a lot downtown eateries, this is your week. All meals are three courses.

Wisconsin Receives First Block of High-Speed Rail Funds

Wisconsin Receives First Block of High-Speed Rail Funds

On Thursday the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) released nearly $80 million of the $8 billion allocated to fund high-speed rail. This is a historic milestone for the build-out of high-speed rail across America as it's the first time the federal government has released any of the funds to the states.

$1 Bus Fares in Milwaukee – An Idea Worth Exploring

$1 Bus Fares in Milwaukee – An Idea Worth Exploring

Milwaukee County Supervisor Mark Borkowski proposed lowering Milwaukee County Transit System fares to $1.00 from $2.25.

Rethinking and Expanding Milwaukee’s Frontier Airlines Center (Delta Center)

Rethinking and Expanding Milwaukee’s Frontier Airlines Center (Delta Center)

The Frontier Airlines Center performs an important function for the Milwaukee region as a whole, bringing thousands of people to Milwaukee for conventions both big and small. It helps inject life into downtown by filling hotel rooms, restaurants, and bars. The convention center building itself though lacks that vitality.

Tear It Down – US Cellular Arena vs Bradley Center

Tear It Down – US Cellular Arena vs Bradley Center

Fast forward a few years and assume that the Bucks were able to land a new arena in Milwaukee.

A Brand for High-Speed Rail in the Midwest

A Brand for High-Speed Rail in the Midwest

It's time for a clear brand for high-speed rail in the Midwest.

Milwaukee Streetcar Takes Key Step Forward

Milwaukee Streetcar Takes Key Step Forward

The Milwaukee Streetcar project was approved for further study this morning by the Milwaukee Connector Study Group.

RTA – On Hold For Now

RTA – On Hold For Now

Any hope for a regional transit authority in southeastern Wisconsin is on hold, as the Wisconsin State Legislature adjourned without passing a transit bill of any form for southeast Wisconsin. The bill, AB282, was close to passage in the Assembly, but lacked a few key votes from Milwaukee-area Democrats, notably Representatives David Cullen, Peggy Krusick, and Anthony Staskunas.

Alterra Going International

Alterra Going International

Alterra Coffee, through a partnership with Mars Drinks, will now be available worldwide for the Mars FLAVIA single-serve system.

RTA Will Be a Last Minute Decision

RTA Will Be a Last Minute Decision

The vote on the future of regional transit that was scheduled for a vote by the Wisconsin State Assembly on Tuesday didn't actually happen, but a lot of small actions leading up to it did.

The Plan of Chicago – Book Review

The Plan of Chicago – Book Review

The Plan of Chicago is a quick and easy read that's perhaps best described as a launchpad. Carl Smith breaks down key aspects of Burnham's plan in his book and details how they came to be, who influenced them, and how they turned out. For someone who hasn't actually read the actual plan (not required or expected for reading this book), author Carl Smith uses just the right amount of detail to illustrate the concepts.

State Assembly to Vote on RTA Bill

State Assembly to Vote on RTA Bill

The wait is over, the Wisconsin State Assembly is set to vote on Assembly Bill 282 on Tuesday.

Megabus Service Between Milwaukee and Chicago Drastically Cut

Megabus Service Between Milwaukee and Chicago Drastically Cut

The intercity bus service famous for their $1 tickets has substantially scaled back their operations in and out of Milwaukee. Megabus provided a wealth of options to and from Chicago just a few months ago, and their scaling back of a few daily runs in December wasn't cause for much concern. Apparently, we should have viewed it as a sign of bad things to come though, with what used to be six trips each way everyday trimmed first to four, and now down to two.

Gardens for Grand Avenue Mall?

Gardens for Grand Avenue Mall?

Could indoor gardens be in store for The Shops of Grand Avenue future? It could happen if the mall follows in the steps of a similar mall in downtown Cleveland, the Galleria at Erieview.

Free Bus Rides on March 17th in Milwaukee

Free Bus Rides on March 17th in Milwaukee

Starting at 6 P.M. on St. Patrick's Day everyone who rides MCTS rides for free. The annual free rides are again sponsored by MillerCoors, who has been sponsoring the event locally since 1994. If you drink, please think and don't drive.

Waukesha County Will Love High-Speed Rail

Waukesha County Will Love High-Speed Rail

The residents of Waukesha County will love the Madison to Milwaukee high-speed rail line once it's up and running.

Milwaukee To Become Little Madrid?

Milwaukee To Become Little Madrid?

In the past ten years something has changed in Milwaukee. Spain has emerged to have a number of ties to the city.

The Pizza Man Fallout

The Pizza Man Fallout

What you probably haven't given much thought to yet is what will occupy that iconic corner.

New Milwaukee Transit Plan Unveiled

New Milwaukee Transit Plan Unveiled

Eight drafts, and a couple months later, the new regional transit authority plan for southeastern Wisconsin has been unveiled. Governor Jim Doyle introduced the new bill at a press conference at Bucyrus in South Milwaukee with Bucyrus President and CEO Tim Sullivan, Roundy's CEO and Chairman Bob Mariano, Northwestern Mutual CEO Ed Zore, AT&T Wisconsin President Scott VanderSanden, S.C. Johnson & Son Chairman and CEO J. Fisk Johnson, Johnson Controls Chairman, President and CEO Steve Roell, Greater Milwaukee Committee President Julia Taylor, and Racine Mayor John Dickert.

2009 Milwaukee: A Year in Review
2009 Milwaukee

A Year in Review

It's time to look back at all the predictions we made for last year, and see how overly optimistic we were.

Megabus Unveils New Bus Schedules for Milwaukee

Megabus Unveils New Bus Schedules for Milwaukee

Megabus, the no-frills intercity bus company with an intriguing pricing scheme starting at $1, has revised their service schedule between Milwaukee and Chicago. Unfortunately two trips have been eliminated in each direction. One can only assume it's because of the economy and that January through March has always been a down travel period for Megabus (something they compensate for by giving away 100,000 tickets).

Miller Brewing Unevils Annual Holiday Lights

Miller Brewing Unevils Annual Holiday Lights

In what serves as the unofficial start of winter in my book, MillerCoors (still weird to say) unveiled their annual holiday lights display last week. This year's display features 250,000 LED lights and as in years past, the music of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Rally for Transit

Rally for Transit

Come join us at the Rally for Transit, Jobs, & Economic Growth! Let’s make our voices heard loud and clear, here and across the state! We can get an RTA and create new jobs and economic growth but our window of opportunity is VERY short. Join us at the Transit Rally! It’s time to get the RTA moving forward!! We can’t afford to wait. Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 PM Veterans Memorial Park, National Avenue at 70th St. in West Allis, WI On bus routes: 54, 76, and 18 Park on west side of Market Square parking lot (near Pick N Save), enter off National Avenue just west of 70th St.) The RTA is urgently needed now Dedicated funding for buses is needed now. We cannot afford to wait and watch our bus system crumble and KRM Commuter Rail get sidelined along with the jobs and economic growth it would bring. – Our regional economic growth and economic competitiveness are paramount and depend on good regional transit and an RTA. – Job connections and job creation must be a top priority and also rely on a vibrant regional transit network and an RTA. We need to invest in creating jobs! – We must create the environment where the economy and jobs can grow: transit is a necessity and an RTA is needed to support a good regional transit network. – Transit cuts are imminent and will hurt businesses, workers, and tax payers when people can’t get to work, school, shopping, healthcare. Transit dependent people rely on transit services as their lifeline. Unemployment and isolation hurts everyone. We must have adequate, dedicated transit funding now.

Big Rally for Transit Funding on Saturday

Big Rally for Transit Funding on Saturday

Below is a message from Kerry Thomas of Transit Now, a leading champion of mass transit for the Milwaukee region. There is a rally on Saturday in West Allis for transit funding for MCTS. We'll be there, and we hope to see you there. Milwaukee can't afford to have MCTS in shambles. Milwaukee needs dedicated transit funding.

Have a Happy Urbanist Black Friday!

Have a Happy Urbanist Black Friday!

Black Friday is just around the corner, and we want in with the Wal-Mart's and Best Buy's of the world. No we're not opening a big box store at Pabst Farms, but we are unveiling a new feature on the site. If you're one of those inquisitive types that likes to read books (or even someone that just likes to own books to look smart), please consider buying a book from our list of recommended urbanist books.

Ban Sticker Advertisements on Cars

Ban Sticker Advertisements on Cars

Undoubtedly if you've walked around the East Side of Milwaukee for an extended period of time you've encountered a "Part Time Cash" sticker on the window of a car, or laying next to the curb. And therein lies the problem.

Regionalism is About Place Making

Regionalism is About Place Making

What is regionalism?

The Future of Milwaukee’s Airport

The Future of Milwaukee’s Airport

For General Mitchell International Airport and the citizens of the Milwaukee-area, 2009 will certainly be a year to remember.

Hoan Bridge Newsmaker Luncheon – Wednesday, Oct. 28th

Hoan Bridge Newsmaker Luncheon – Wednesday, Oct. 28th

MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee’s Hoan Bridge soon will need to be repaired or replaced. It will be a once-in-a-half-century decision. Which is the best option? What is at stake? What will the impact be? What are the costs? What are the timetables? The answers to those questions and more will be explored in the next Milwaukee Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon, which will focus on the “The Future of the Hoan Bridge.” The event will feature a panel discussion, including: * State Rep. Jeff Stone (R-Greendale). * Milwaukee County Supervisor Patricia Jursik. * Pete Beitzel, vice president of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce. * Eric Reinelt, director of the Port of Milwaukee. The event will feature a panel of journalist including: *Kent Wainscott, WISN Channel 12 *Tom Held, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel The Wisconsin Department of Transportation also has been invited to send a representative to the event. The event will take place Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 11:45 to 1:30 p.m. at the Newsroom Pub in downtown Milwaukee at 137 E. Wells St. The Milwaukee Press Club’s Newsmaker Luncheon Series is sponsored by Journal Communications and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The Milwaukee Press Club presents the Newsmaker Luncheons to shed light on issues of the day. The public is invited to attend the luncheons. The cost to attend is $15 for MPC members, $20 for non-members, $10 for students. Lunch is included. Seating will be limited.  Pre-registration and advance payment is required and may be done online at www.milwaukeepressclub.org. Checks may be mailed to the MPC at PO Box 176, North Prairie, WI  53153-0176. Cancellations will be accepted up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. Please contact Joette Richards at the Milwaukee Press Club at milwaukeepressclub@gmail.com with any questions; or to pay by credit card, call 262-894-2224.

St. Johns on the Lake Under Construction

St. Johns on the Lake Under Construction

On October 15th, Saint John's on the Lake broke ground on "The Expansion", a new 21-story, $83 million tower along Prospect Avenue.

6th Annual Commercial Real Estate and Development Conference

6th Annual Commercial Real Estate and Development Conference

The seventh annual BizTimes Milwaukee Commercial Real Estate & Development Conference, to be held on Nov. 12 at Potawatomi Bingo Casino, will feature a panel discussion with some of the most renowned commercial real estate experts in the nation.

Apartment Development is Strong in Milwaukee

Apartment Development is Strong in Milwaukee

Regardless of what neighborhood it is, the development of new apartments is a growing trend in Milwaukee. Currently there are two prominent projects vying for City of Milwaukee financial support in one form or another, the Bookends and The Moderne. Outside of the two proposed towers there are numerous other projects at various stages around urban Milwaukee.

Milwaukee H1N1 Vaccination Free Clinic

Milwaukee H1N1 Vaccination Free Clinic

The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) will administer H1N1 vaccine to City of Milwaukee residents on Friday, October 23, 2009 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm at Sara Scott Middle School, located at 1017 N. 12th Street. If vaccine supplies remain, clinics will also be held on Saturday, October 24 at both South Division High School, located at 1515 W. Lapham, and Sara Scott Middle School from 10-3PM. Public groups being initially targeted for H1N1 vaccination due to risk for severe disease or complications of H1N1 flu illness include: Anyone aged 6 months to 24 years Pregnant women People aged 25-64 who have chronic medical problems like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, or immune system problems People who live with or care for infants under 6 months of age Healthcare workers and Emergency Medical Services personnel Public health officials emphasize that the H1N1 vaccine is made the same way as regular seasonal flu vaccine, and, like seasonal flu vaccine, is very safe and effective. They encourage everyone in the recommended groups to get vaccinated now to prevent illness and the spread of disease to others in the community. Free H1N1 flu vaccine will be provided free of charge and on voluntary first-come first-served basis to all citizens wishing to receive them. Clinics in the City are being promoted for underinsured and uninsured individuals and families who would not be able to readily receive vaccination from a medical provider. If vaccine supplies are available, the MHD will continue to hold public vaccination clinics over the next several weeks to ensure that public demand is met. Many private healthcare providers will be receiving the H1N1 vaccine in the coming weeks. Persons with healthcare insurance may wish to receive their vaccination in this setting. Please contact your medical provider for further information. WHEN: Friday, October 23, 2009 WHERE: Sara Scott Middle School (1017 N. 12th St.) Milwaukee, WI TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. PRESS CONFERENCE: Noon SPEAKERS: Mayor Tom Barrett Commissioner of Health Bevan K. Baker

Remarkable Milwaukee at The Pfister Hotel

Remarkable Milwaukee at The Pfister Hotel

View the PDF Invitation or see below for more details. Registration is required. An Elegant, Historically Inspired Dinner Served in the Grand Ballroom, 7PM Punch, Frivolities Puree of fresh peas, dite saint-germain Filet of Kennebec Salmon – sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, anchovy mayonnaise Cutlets of young turkey, cream sauce with green peppercorns; Cauliflower polonaise, asparagus, oyster stuffing, sweet potatoes, Peach Melba Please let us know if you require a vegetarian dinner. Presentation Featuring a video by Aurum Design to introduce a talk with The Pfister’s General Manager Joe Kurth, and Honoree Mr. Greg Marcus. Remarkable Milwaukee Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at The Pfister Hotel With guests of honor Mr. Greg Marcus, President and CEO of The Marcus Corporation, and Mr. Joe Kurth, General Manager of The Pfister Hotel. An event to honor The Pfister Hotel and The Marcus Corporation while supporting Historic Milwaukee’s Mission to increase awareness of and commitment to Milwaukee’s history, architecture, and the preservation of our built environment. Remarkable Reception 5PM Cash Bar, Hors d’oeuvres, and music by The Neil Davis Duo Silent Auction in the Hall of Presidents to support Historic Milwaukee, Inc. History Tour with Concierge Peter Mortensen First tour begins at 5PM “As concierge for over 24 years, Mr. Mortensen is sought after today to lead special historical tours of the building. He knows a thing or two about what makes this hotel tick…” Art Tour with Artist-in-Residence Reginald Baylor First tour begins at 5PM Reginald Baylor will give guests a tour of The Pfister Hotel’s Victorian Art Collection through the eyes of an artist. Learn about Mr. Baylor’s creative process and view his work; you will see The Pfister’s collection of paintings through new eyes. Afterglow at The Pfister Hotel’s Blu Bar, 9PM Join Historic Milwaukee and the music of the Neil Davis Duo while we imbibe one of the best sky-high views of Milwaukee at Blu Bar.

Roundabouts Saving Lives

Roundabouts Saving Lives

If you picked up a newspaper in Milwaukee in the past month, you would think that roundabouts were a danger to society.

The 200 Empty Units in Park Lafayette Are Not The End of Milwaukee Development

The 200 Empty Units in Park Lafayette Are Not The End of Milwaukee Development

Yesterday it was announced that prominent East Side development Park Lafayette is being foreclosed on by Anglamated Bank of New York, the primary lender on the project. Not surprising to those who have seen the massive towers, Anglamated Bank is claiming they are owed nearly $100 million by Renaissant Lafayette LLC, an affiliate of Renaissant Development Group. Renaissant Development Group is led by prominent Chicago developer Warren Barr. Park Lafayette was Barr's first entry into the Milwaukee market. While the foreclosure is certainly bad news for Barr and the bank, it's not necessarily all bad news for Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Streetcar Meeting This Thursday

Milwaukee Streetcar Meeting This Thursday

Don't forget that this Thursday is the open house for the Milwaukee Connector Downtown Streetcar plan. The open house runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Zeidler Municipal Building on the corner of Kilbourn Ave and Broadway. There will be short presentations at 3:30 and 6, come and leave a comment on the proposed system.

City of Milwaukee 2009 Trick or Treat Hours

City of Milwaukee 2009 Trick or Treat Hours

Boo!! City of Milwaukee 2009 Trick or Treat will be held from 1:00 - 4:00pm on Saturday, Oct. 31st.

Milwaukee Leaf Collection

Milwaukee Leaf Collection

Autumn has arrived and the leaves are falling. Milwaukee residents can rake leaves into the curbs starting today, Thursday, Oct. 1st. Dept. of Public Works crews will begin collecting the leaves on Monday, Oct. 12th.

Nearly One Gun Crime Per Household in West Milwaukee

Nearly One Gun Crime Per Household in West Milwaukee

The Village of West Milwaukee has a population of 4,201 people according to the 2000 census, which translates into 2,059 households.

History of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Area Conference – UWM Urban Studies Programs

History of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Area Conference – UWM Urban Studies Programs

This event is free an open to the public. Hefter Center 3271 N. Lake Dr. UW-Milwaukee Conference on History of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Area October 24, 2009 (Schedule as of September 22, 2009) 8:45-9:15 a.m.: Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:15-9:25 a.m.: Introductory Remarks 9:30-11:10 a.m.: Session 1 Approaches to 20th Century Milwaukee History Discussants/Chairs: John Buenker, Emeritus, UW-Parkside and Clay McShane, Department of History, Northeastern University Eric Fure-Slocum, Department of History, St. Olaf College, “Growth and Working- Class Politics in Milwaukee: Transformations in Mid-20th-Century Policy and Political Culture” John M. McCarthy, Department of History, Robert Morris University, “Planning in Socialist Milwaukee: Local, National, and International Contexts” Phyllis M. Santacroce, Urban Studies Programs, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Wisconsin, Milwaukee, and the Model Cities Program: The State’s Failed Efforts to Promote Change in the City of Milwaukee” 11:15-12:50 p.m.: Lunch and Poster Session Poster Session Christopher Chan, Marquette University, “The Green Sheet: Journalism in Milwaukee” Tamara Lange, Sheboygan County Historical Museum, “Milwaukee County Parks and the Great Depression: A Case Study in Environmental and Economic Development” Christina Makos, Marquette University, “University Settlement” Yance Marti, Independent Scholar, “Growth of Downtown Milwaukee” Joe Walzer, “The Development and Engagement of Amusement Parks in Milwaukee, 1896-1910” Ryan Wilhite, History, Indiana University-Indianapolis,“ ‘It’s Your BUSiness’: Rethinking Mass Transit in Milwaukee” 1:00-2:20 p.m.: SESSION 2—CONCURRENT PANELS PANEL 1: The Impact of Law Discussant/Chair: Thomas J. Jablonsky, Department of History, Marquette University Ellen D. Langill, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Ethics, and Entrepreneurship in Early Milwaukee Legal Practice” Karen W. Moore, Urban Studies Programs, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Daniel Hoan, et al v. The Milwaukee Electric Railway & Light Company and the Wisconsin Railroad Commission: Tracking Legal Contests for Control of Milwaukee’s Street Railways” James K. Nelsen, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Origins of Milwaukee’s Magnet Schools, 1967-1976” PANEL 2: The World of Milwaukee Youth Discussant/Chair: James Marten, Department of History, Marquette University Joe Austin, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee “African American Youth in Urban Policy, Policing, and News Reporting in Milwaukee, 1940- 1970” Gregory Bond, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Madison, “What Will the Gold Dust Twins Do against Green Bay?: Fritz Pollard, Paul Robeson, the 1922 Milwaukee Badgers, and Early Integrated Professional Football in the Cream City” Daryl Webb, Department of History, Cardinal Stritch University, “Radicals and Patriots: Youth Against War in Great Depression Milwaukee” 2:30-3:50 p.m.: SESSION 3—CONCURRENT PANELS PANEL 1: Religion in Milwaukee History Discussant/Chair: Genevieve G. McBride, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Jason Hostutler, Department of History, Mount Mary College, “The Catholic Church as a Spearhead of Urban Development in Milwaukee” Michael D. Jacobs, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Baraboo, “Anti- Catholic Agitation in Milwaukee in the Early 1850s” John C. Savagian, Department of History, Alverno College, “Assassination in the Church: How Bolsheviks, Dashnaks, and an Archbishop’s Murder Created Crisis and Schism among Metropolitan-Milwaukee Armenians” PANEL 2: The New Milwaukee Discussant/Chair: Gregory S. Jay, Cultures and Communities, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Stephen Byers, Department of Journalism, Marquette University, “Making Their Voices Heard: […]

Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 28. September 2009

Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 28. September 2009

Take Back the Streets – Forbes.com Marquette moves $100M engineering school forward – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Summerfest looks toward an overhaul of the south end – JSOnline Local-preference awards spark debate in Milwaukee « The Daily Reporter Could E. Greenfield Ave. morph from wasteland to water campus? – JSOnline Milwaukee receives grant to develop plan for 30th Street Corridor – BizTimes Construction to begin on Marquette’s new engineering center – BizTimes Walker seeks across-the-board wage cuts in budget – JSOnline City budget is grim all over – JSOnline Milwaukee lands federal grant to develop water cluster – BizTimes Hoan Bridge needs at center of Wednesday meeting – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Marketplace: Mayor Norquist makes Top 100 Urban Thinkers list How to Get More Bicyclists on the Road: Scientific American U.S. Senate approves $300,000 for 30th Street Industrial Corridor Sandwich shop to open in Chase Tower – BizTimes Redevelopment Authority approves loans for The Moderne – BizTimes The Bike-sharing Blog: Around the Bike-sharing World This First Week of Fall Milwaukee Rotary Club Helps Develop New Park In Heart Of City – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee Milwaukee Water Council wins federal grant – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Mail prices take bite out of neighborhood projects « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee divided as Hoan debate escalates « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee World: TOWN TOPICS New park for Milwaukee’s east side – JSOnline Construction to begin on Marquette’s new engineering center – BizTimes Wisconsin Ave. police station proposed – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Freight rail projects get more than $30 million in grants (11:10 a.m. 9/25/09) « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Bars & Clubs: Von Trier to toast last day on Monday City budget is grim all over – JSOnline Barrett’s budget would boost street funds 16.5% – JSOnline Milwaukee divided as Hoan debate escalates « The Daily Reporter Census says: more bikes on the road in Milwaukee – JSOnline Sales tax schism may hurt Milwaukee County’s chances – JSOnline

State Expands Investment in Freight Railroads

State Expands Investment in Freight Railroads

WisDOT and Governor Doyle announced a substantial rail investment yesterday, it wasn't the oft-discussed KRM commuter rail line, but instead a serious upgrade to the aging railroad infrastructure that Wisconsin's railroads and businesses depend on.

Downtown Streetcar Open House

Downtown Streetcar Open House

Review and comments on the plans for a downtown streetcar. The event will be held in the lobby of the Zielder Municipal Building. More information

Milwaukee Streetcar Routes Unveiled by Mayor Barrett

Milwaukee Streetcar Routes Unveiled by Mayor Barrett

On Friday, Mayor Barrett unveiled three streetcar routes under study to the attendees of UEDA's Community Development Summit. The Mayor walked through the three possible routes and numerous possible future extensions. He broke down how successful systems in cities such as Seattle, Portland, and Tacoma have started with routes similar in length to the proposed for the Milwaukee Streetcar system (2 to 3 miles).

McDonalds Giving Away Free Burgers and Transit Passes

McDonalds Giving Away Free Burgers and Transit Passes

McDonalds is launching a program to give away 75,000 free transit rides and an equivalent number of Angus Third Pounders. The program will be run in Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, and Washington D.C.

The Moderne Likely to Receive Public Financing

The Moderne Likely to Receive Public Financing

The Moderne, the long awaited project on the corner of 3rd and Juneau, is moving ahead. The City, through RACM, is aiming to provide $10,000,000 in financial assistance to the project. A deal that is very likely to be approved. The building is to be largely an apartment building with first floor retail and a few condos at the top three floors. Originally intended to be 80 condos, the project is now 154 apartments and 33 condos spread over 30 floors.

Yesterday Was a Good Day for Transit in Milwaukee

Yesterday Was a Good Day for Transit in Milwaukee

Mass transit in Milwaukee took a step forward yesterday.

UWM Freshwater School a No Go on the Pieces of Eight Site

UWM Freshwater School a No Go on the Pieces of Eight Site

The UWM School of Freshwater Sciences will not continue their plans to build a new headquarters for the school on the lakefront site that formerly housed Pieces of Eight restaurant. We had supported the location choice, but that location choice was certainly controversial. Seeking a less controversial site to house the cornerstone piece of something so valuable to Milwaukee's future is a wise move.

Misconceptions on the Hoan

Misconceptions on the Hoan

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist Patrick McIlheran recently took a swing at my Hoan Bridge article, Hoan Bridge: Tear Down Another Freeway in Milwaukee?. While getting things wrong about the article, such as missing that I would maintain the highway as a spur out of the Marquette Interchange that would land east of the Milwaukee River, he did manage to get one point spot on. "... it reduces the Lake Parkway into a conduit useful only for reaching downtown."

UrbanMilwaukee.com Happy Hour – This Friday

UrbanMilwaukee.com Happy Hour – This Friday

We're throwing a party this Friday to celebrate our first full year of coverage, and we would love for you to join us. The fun starts at 6:00 p.m. this Friday, September 4th at Taylor's.

Park East Art Gallery

Park East Art Gallery

The Park East corridor is temporarily filled with art, and it’s well worth your time to check out. Approved by the Milwaukee Arts Board, the temporary installation draws attention to the history and unique character of the land formerly occupied by a freeway. Alderman Michael Murphy, chair of the Milwaukee Arts Board, held a press conference today to officially open the project to the public.

Weekly Bookmarks – Sunday, 23. August 2009

Weekly Bookmarks – Sunday, 23. August 2009

Hoan Bridge battle heating up – JSOnline Prevailing-wage debate gets new legs « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Marketplace: Wheres our Madison farmers market? How to create more Midwest university start-ups: looking to Utah for an example (WTN News) No secret, no disaster in storm sewer system – JSOnline Coakley calls for development cash « The Daily Reporter Now Hanging: The Park East Museum & Information Center at the Sydney Hih | Features | Arts | A.V. Milwaukee IN:SITE MILWAUKEE « Unified Milwaukee OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: 10% could just save Our Milwaukee Milwaukee Talkie: NYC inspired by Milwaukee Debating Milwaukee’s Other East Side Walker’s Point business park plan review today – JSOnline Trail bill targets transportation money « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee area home prices holding value better than other major metro areas – BizTimes State home sales and prices fall in 2nd quarter – BizTimes BizTimes Milwaukee Commercial Real Estate & Development Conference will feature prestigious national panel of experts – BizTimes New construction – BizTimes: Pabst Boiler House Sites get stimulus for cleanup work – JSOnline President shifts focus to renting, not owning – The Boston Globe Trucks to be diverted from some Zoo Interchange ramps – JSOnline Milwaukee snatches stimulus money « The Daily Reporter Uplifting Milwaukee Real Estate News – Wisconsin Real Estate Blog | First Weber Group Doyle decision sets off scramble for governor’s seat – JSOnline New life for an older suburb – JSOnline Horny Goat beer now sold at Miller Park – JSOnline Miller Park sales-tax collections way down – JSOnline Bradley Center’s Payne steps down – JSOnline City proposes spending $6.5 million on south side business park – JSOnline Day camp may come downtown – JSOnline Harlequin Bakery will close on Friday – JSOnline Craft brewers will focus on water conservation at Milwaukee conference – BizTimes Buffalo Water Beer Bar to open in Milwaukee Public Market – BizTimes Milwaukee officials propose water technology business park at Reed Street Yards – BizTimes http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/projects/state/docs/railtaskforce.pdf Zielinski to seek Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor – BizTimes http://www.publicpolicyforum.org/pdfs/2009TaxPoster.pdf Milwaukee Talkie: Slow growth in property values could mean higher tax rates Traffic at regional airports drops off – JSOnline MPS committee to consider boarding school option – JSOnline Doyle, Barrett say mayor should pick MPS leaders – JSOnline New Midwest Airlines owner to cut 100 local jobs – JSOnline Trucks to be diverted from some Zoo Interchange ramps – JSOnline Low water raises PCB concerns near Lincoln Park – JSOnline Suburban transit systems land federal stimulus funds – JSOnline Free summer concerts, movies reel in the crowds – JSOnline Coggs, Taylor Consider Run for Lt. Gov. | Newsradio 620 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin News, Talk, Sports, Weather | Local Headlines Milwaukee World: DEMOLISHED BUILDING TO BE DECLARED “BLIGHTED” UrbanReview Sites get stimulus for cleanup work – JSOnline IMAX movie screen coming to Mayfair – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Dining: Chins Asia Fresh is closed Milwaukee snatches stimulus money Pension fund contribution rule fuels debate – JSOnline

Tony Zielinski to Run for Lieutenant Governor

Tony Zielinski to Run for Lieutenant Governor

Milwaukee Alderman Tony Zielinski will announce his candidacy for the position of Lieutenant Governor on Friday.

Hoan Bridge: Tear Down Another Freeway in Milwaukee?
Hoan Bridge

Tear Down Another Freeway in Milwaukee?

The debate over the reconstruction of the Hoan Bridge is one that has ignited controversy in Milwaukee for almost a full year now. Southsiders under the direction of Supervisor Patricia Jursik have united around the Save the Hoan Coalition. Meanwhile, Milwaukee Alderman Robert Bauman has presented a differing vision for the future of the Hoan with eight principles that should be followed in any reconstruction effort. There is an awful lot of confusion around the issue, and the manner in which WisDOT has handled it is far from their usual course. This article examines the potential source of the debate, and a potential outcome that is a win-win scenario for both the City of Milwaukee taxbase, and southside and suburban commuters.

Where Should The Madison High-Speed Rail Train Station Go?

Where Should The Madison High-Speed Rail Train Station Go?

Things look good for high-speed rail (110mph max speed) to be connecting Milwaukee and Madison courtesy of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. The state has actively drafted plans for the route and conducted environmental assessments to put Wisconsin as close to first in line as possible if and when capital funding were to become available. The stimulus package provides just the perfect opportunity.

Solomon Juneau’s Birthday Party

Solomon Juneau’s Birthday Party

You are Invited to a Juneau Park Friends Birthday Celebration! Join members of our organization and neighbors of Juneau Park to celebrate Solomon Juneau’s Birthday Sunday, August 9, 2009 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Meet “Solomon” and Learn About his Historical Impact on Milwaukee Cake, Provided by Metro Market & East Pointe Pick‘n Save, will be Served Next to Solomon Juneau’s Statue

More Thoughts on Grand Avenue

More Thoughts on Grand Avenue

Milwaukee Talkie, the blog of the Public Policy Forum, examined the urban retail market and how to best utilize the hiring of Deanna Inniss as a business recruiter by BID #21, Milwaukee's Downtown Business Improvement District. They noted that one large thing wasn't on her task list, the inside of Grand Avenue Mall.

Talgo Location Choice a No-Brainer – Milwaukee

Talgo Location Choice a No-Brainer – Milwaukee

Talgo, the train manufacturer that is poised to open a plant in Wisconsin, has a really simple choice to make when it comes to where to locate. Currently the company is debating between Janesville and Milwaukee.

Can’t Beat Milwaukee in the Summer

Can’t Beat Milwaukee in the Summer

Normally we would greet you on Monday with an urban advocacy piece, but we were a little too busy enjoying all that urban Milwaukee had to offer this weekend. While normally just one of these events would pass as a big entertainment attraction across every other Wisconsin city, urban Milwaukee had at least eight organized and noteworthy events going on this weekend.

Milwaukee County Pension Scandal Number 2?

Milwaukee County Pension Scandal Number 2?

Milwaukee County is going ahead with executing a plan for its pension system that involves borrowing money, investing it in the market, and hoping to earn a 2% profit. The plan has garnered support from County Executive Walker, the County Board, and the county's actuary consultant.

Dorm-Oriented Development (The Future of Urban Shopping Centers?)

Dorm-Oriented Development (The Future of Urban Shopping Centers?)

There might be a new development style taking hold in Milwaukee. A lot of focus is put on transit-oriented development, and the power of a station to improve the development of a neighborhood, but what about residence halls? Do they offer similar development when built in an urban setting? At least in one part of Milwaukee's East Side neighborhood, it appears so.

South Shore Listening Session Recap

South Shore Listening Session Recap

Following the veto of Milwaukee County transit sales tax by Governor Doyle, Representative Christine Sinicki, Senate Jeff Plale, and Representative Jon Richards held a listening session at the South Shore Park Pavilion.

Rivianna To Go Before City Plan Commission (Renderings)

Rivianna To Go Before City Plan Commission (Renderings)

Rivianna, proposed by Developer Bob Schultz, will go before the Milwaukee City Plan Commission on July 13th, 2009. Schultz is attempting to gain approval of his detailed plan development as well as an amendment to general planned development and riverwalk design approval. If approved, the development will go before the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee, and then onto the full Common Council.

Where Do All The Cars Fit?

Where Do All The Cars Fit?

All the cars fit downtown on Suburbs Day, why can't they fit any other day?

Governor Doyle Vetoes Milwaukee County Sales Tax for Transit

Governor Doyle Vetoes Milwaukee County Sales Tax for Transit

When the budget finally made it to his desk, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle used his extensive veto powers in a lot of ways. The most significant of which was arguably the line-item veto of the Milwaukee Transit Authority and the proposed 0.65% sales tax increase for Milwaukee County. Doyle did not veto SERTA, the authority which is to run the KRM commuter rail line, and the $18 rental car tax. This veto puts back on the drawing board Doyle's proposal for a three-county sales tax to fund the KRM and bus service in Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee Counties, while at the same time not delaying the KRM development process.

Gridlock Film Premiere at Transfer Pizzeria & Cafe

Gridlock Film Premiere at Transfer Pizzeria & Cafe

See the premier broadcast of Gridlock: Public Transit in SE Wisconsin this Thursday July 2nd, at 6 PM on WMVS Milwaukee Public TV. Viewing party at Transfer Pizzeria & Cafe.

Grand Avenue Mall Follow-Up – Free Rent

Grand Avenue Mall Follow-Up – Free Rent

In March, I explored the idea of rebuilding Grand Avenue Mall into a self-sustaining retail center. One of the things that I didn't expect to be on the table was simply giving away a retail stall for free. Grand Avenue Mall appears set to do just that now with a business plan competition.

Expect The Hoan Bridge Debate To Heat Up

Expect The Hoan Bridge Debate To Heat Up

Like the temperature outside, the Hoan Bridge reconstruction debate will heat up over the next few weeks. Alderman Robert Bauman, who represents downtown Milwaukee and the north end of the bridge, recently issued a press release that details how the city will likely position itself on the issue with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).

KRM and RTA Update

KRM and RTA Update

The Wisconsin state budget is now at a point where it will go to a conference committee after the Senate approved their version of the budget yesterday. The conference committee will reconcile the difference between the Assembly and Senate versions, and send the budget off to Governor Doyle. Doyle will then use his line-item veto power on certain language he doesn't like, and Wisconsin have a budget.

Old World Third Street Is A Good Place To Do Business

Old World Third Street Is A Good Place To Do Business

If you haven't had the chance to check out Old World Third Street in Milwaukee's Westown neighborhood in a while, make it a point to do so. The past year has brought a lot of new businesses to the street, including enough new restaurants to feed you for a week. Brick 3 Pizza, Capone's, a greatly expanded Wisconsin Cheese Mart, Notte, Molly Cool's, Bootleggers, Milwaukee Brat House, Suite. All new businesses that opened since the spring of 2008, and all businesses that appear to be thriving.

Humboldt Street Bridge Meeting

Humboldt Street Bridge Meeting

There will be a meeting on Friday, June 12th at 2:00 p.m. at The Good Life, 1935 North Water Street to update businesses in the area on the progress of the Humboldt Bridge project. Please share this information with others that might be interested.

Renewable Energy in the Midwest

Renewable Energy in the Midwest

The production of renewable energy continues to move forward in the Midwest as new projects are proposed and government adjusts to make construction of new developments easier. The most noteworthy is the planned 39 acre urban solar power plant in the City of Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood.

Milwaukee Police District Boundaries Redrawn – Will Affect New UWM Dorm

Milwaukee Police District Boundaries Redrawn – Will Affect New UWM Dorm

Milwaukee Police Chief Edward Flynn has had his new police district boundaries approved by the Common Council Public Safety Committee. The new boundaries will have the most significant effects on the East and South sides of Milwaukee.

Miller Park vs Busch Stadium – Milwaukee vs St. Louis

Miller Park vs Busch Stadium – Milwaukee vs St. Louis

After a recent weekend trip to take in three Milwaukee Brewers games in St. Louis versus the rival St. Louis Cardinals, I spent a significant time reflecting on the differences (and similarities) between the stadiums each team calls home. Miller Park is located 3.2 miles from Milwaukee City Hall, while Busch Stadium is located 1/5th (0.2) of a mile from the iconic Arch. Miller Park has the roof, Busch Stadium has the view. Busch Stadium has the proposed Ballpark Village, Miller Park has its own sales tax. Miller Park has gameday bus service, Busch Stadium is located on a light rail line. And least important for the sake of this analysis, they each have their namesake beer. With all of that considered, which stadium does more for the city?

Downtown Dining Week Starts Today in Milwaukee

Downtown Dining Week Starts Today in Milwaukee

Perhaps the greatest week of eating in Milwaukee, Downtown Dining Week, kicks off today and runs through June 4th. You can eat a $10 three course lunch or $20 three course dinner at some of Milwaukee's best restaurants. If you're looking to get a taste of great restaurants that you haven't been to before, this is your week to branch out.

Milwaukee County Pension Trial Underway

Milwaukee County Pension Trial Underway

The Milwaukee County pension troubles are a serious issue that affect everyone in the Milwaukee area. By eating a significant portion of the county's budget every year in the form of increased pension payments, the pension scandal has forced cuts in county services and tax increases. Milwaukee County has taken Mercer to court over the highly-flawed pension system, and a decision in Milwaukee County's favor could relieve a lot of stress at the county level.

Breaking News: RTA Passes Joint Finance Committee
Breaking News

RTA Passes Joint Finance Committee

The Regional Transit Authority passed the Joint Finance Committee this morning at 2:17 a.m., but not in a very regional way.

Make a Difference, Help the RTA

Make a Difference, Help the RTA

The Regional Transit Authority, a solution to Milwaukee’s transit woes that we’ve advocated before, is coming down to the wire in the halls of the state capitol.  For the plan to move forward it needs to be included in the state budget, and for that to happen it needs to be approved by the Joint Finance Committee.  The Joint Finance Committee will vote on the matter on Thursday. The matter is anything but a done deal, and your support is turning a few votes. Please make a call Wednesday if you have the chance.  Even if it’s just a one second “vote for the RTA on Thursday”, it’ll make a difference. Please call, your city needs you. Senator John Lehman (Racine) especially needs to hear from you! (608) 266-1832 (866) 615-7510, Fax (608) 267-6793, Sen.Lehman@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 7882, Madison, 53707 Representative Cory Mason (Racine) (608) 266-0634, Rep.Mason@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 8953, Madison, 53708 Representative Robin Vos (Racine) 888 534-0063, 608 282-3663 fax, rep.vos@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 8953, Madison, 53708 Representative Pedro Colon (Milwaukee) 888 534-0008, 608 282-3608 fax, rep.colon@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 8952, Madison, 53708 Representative Tamara Grigsby (Milwaukee) 888 534-0018, 608 282-3618 fax, rep.grigsby@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 8952, Madison, 53708 Senator Lena Taylor (Milwaukee) 608 266-5810, 608 267-2353 fax, sen.taylor@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 7882, Madison, 53707 Senator Alberta Darling (Milwaukee) 608 266-5830, 608 267-0588 fax, sen.darling@legis.wisconsin.gov PO Box 7882, Madison, 53707 [Full disclosure, Jeramey is a member of the RTA Steering Committee and a passionate advocate for the efficiencies of mass transit.]

Lower East Side Grocery Store To Open

Lower East Side Grocery Store To Open

John and Anne Nehring will open Nehring Family Marketplace in a building owned by New Land Enterprises at the intersection of Brady and Water Streets.

The Politics of Real Estate Development – Park East Edition

The Politics of Real Estate Development – Park East Edition

The tale of the Fair Market Development, LLC Park East development proposal is one already lined with intrigue.

Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s Spring River Cleanup

Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s Spring River Cleanup

If you’re going to go out and enjoy a walk along any of Milwaukee’s rivers, now may be the team to do it. This past Saturday approximately 3,000 volunteers, myself included, descended upon Milwaukee’s river beds to clean up everything we could. This was the second year I had participated in the event, and I elected to work at the North Avenue/Hometown site again this year.  Our group of 49 aimed to clean the east Milwaukee River bank from the former North Avenue Dam to just south of Locust Street. Walking under the bridge for the first time is always a reality check, especially this year, where it appeared seven individuals had made been living there It will be interesting to observe how the new UWM dorm on the Hometown site will affect the number of homeless individuals living under the bridge next year (and the amount of garbage).  One would assume it would have the affect of reducing the number living there, and also reducing the amount of garbage.  Unfortunately this doesn’t solve the obvious issue, that there are too few beds for the less fortunate in our community. Other sites, as the Journal Sentinel story indicates, aren’t about cleaning up the land around the river, but cleaning out the actual river itself.  It appears sites along the Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers are hotbeds for shopping carts and other non-natural things to inhabit the rivers. If you have a chance to next year, participate in the 2009 river cleanup.  It’s a great opportunity to volunteer, as your hard work is immediately visible.

Milwaukee Streetcar Round-Up

Milwaukee Streetcar Round-Up

The Milwaukee circulator streetcar is moving forward, but there is still confusion in the mind of many. We've covered the issue in the past, but this article attempts to bring everything together in one place, the history, the frequently asked questions, and the proposed route.

PhotoCampMilwaukee

PhotoCampMilwaukee

PhotoCampMilwaukee is a BarCamp-like event fully focused on photography. It’s an ad-hoc “un-conference” for people who love photography to get together and teach what they know, and learn what they don’t. It’s about sharing in an open environment. Everyone has experience to share, and getting everyone together in one place, for a full day, seems like a great way to do it. You don’t have to be a great photographer to attend, you just have to bring your passion for photography. The event will be free (thanks to our sponsors) and the only entrance fee is your participation. Event Location: Bucketworks 1340 N Sixth Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 Learn more

Lake Express Ferry Back In Action

Lake Express Ferry Back In Action

The Lake Express ferry has returned to Lake Michigan in preparation for the first voyage of the season on May 1st. When the ferry was put in its winter berth, the folks at Lake Express created an excellent video of the boat's journey from the port up to the berth in the Menomonee Valley. Well it's not quite as amazing as the original video, they produced another one of the recent reverse trip. Enjoy.

Accents on the Interstate, Lipstick on a Pig

Accents on the Interstate, Lipstick on a Pig

If accent lighting on the interstate isn't the perfect definition of lipstick on a pig, I don't know what is. That said I'm not opposed to it. In fact, I think dressing the Marquette Interchange for the prom was a positive step forward. There is, however, only one thing I wish would have happened differently.

MCTS Adds New Bus Route

MCTS Adds New Bus Route

MCTS, empowered by a veto override by the Milawukee County Board in November, has added (in reality restored) a bus route to their service offerings, offering service from the Downtown Transit Center through downtown and out to 60th Street via Vliet Avenue.

Grand Avenue Mall – A New Implementation

Grand Avenue Mall – A New Implementation

As the retail market struggles nationally and the Shops of Grand Avenue struggles locally, it's time to ask what retail should be in downtown Milwaukee in the next five years. Is it worth investing public dollars in the form of a TIF in Grand Avenue or other mall-like projects downtown, as has been done in the past? Or should the standard be that all retail must interact with the street?

Vote For Your Favorite Milwaukee Streetcar Route

Vote For Your Favorite Milwaukee Streetcar Route

The submissions are in, and it's time to pick your favorite.

Design Your Own Streetcar Route

Design Your Own Streetcar Route

UrbanMilwaukee would like to issue you a challenge.  With the announcement that Mayor Tom Barrett with the help of Congressman David Obey and Senator Herb Kohl managed to get 60% of the $91.5 million for his streetcar vision, it’s time to think about what the final route may be. There is a simple reality any Milwaukee streetcar proposal must deal with though, there is only enough money for an initial 3 miles. So here’s the game. 1. Create a Google Account or use an existing one. 2. Create a route (not longer than 3 miles) using Google Maps.  Don’t know how to do this?  There is an introductory video. 3. Paste a link to your route in the comments of this post. 4. Wait until Wednesday afternoon, at that point we’ll put together a poll so we can vote for the best one. Can’t wait to see what you come up with, whether it’s a line to Bay View or UWM, or perhaps a completely different loop around downtown.

Milwaukee Skywalk Map

Milwaukee Skywalk Map

We attempted to create a map of all the skywalk connections in Milwaukee, including the longest line that runs through The Shops of Grand Avenue.

While from an urbanist's perspective we still would prefer you choose the sidewalk, here's a map for those of you looking for other connections. Next up is mapping the empty retail spaces that are on roads paralleling a skywalk route.

Milwaukee Streetcar Map

Milwaukee Streetcar Map

We've unveiled a Google Maps implmentation of Mayor's Tom Barrett's proposed streetcar system for downtown Milwaukee. Take a look yourself, we think it's a little more exciting than a PDF. The route is likely to change as the planning process continues, and we'll track those changes on our map.

Five Reasons to Look Forward to Summer in Milwaukee
Hard Hat Tour: The North End – ONE
Hard Hat Tour

The North End – ONE

UrbanMilwaukee.com was recently taken behind the construction fence for a tour of the first building, ONE, to be complete in Mandel Group's The North End project.

Chicago Doesn’t Always Beat Milwaukee

Chicago Doesn’t Always Beat Milwaukee

Too often we, as Milwaukeeans, are too quick to assume all the good ideas in Milwaukee are trickling up from Chicago.

What’s Going On Everywhere Else?

What’s Going On Everywhere Else?

As the RTA inches closer and closer to reality in Milwaukee, what else is going on in transit elsewhere in the country?

Sponsored Post: Historic Milwaukee, Inc
Sponsored Post

Historic Milwaukee, Inc

SPONSORED POST: Tomorrow is the second of HMI’s events, Public Involvement in the Planning Process PANELISTS: Jim Draeger – Architectural Historian for the Wisconsin Historical Society Michael D’Amato – Former Alderman of Milwaukee’s 3rd District Daina Penkiunas – National Register Coordinator for the Wisconsin Historical Society The relationship between Developers and Preservationists has never been an easy one.  City development is on the rise, how can the process of community input more effectively aid and improve planning and development in Milwaukee? The following sponsored post comes from Historic Milwaukee, Inc.  Registration for the event is available on Urban Milwaukee.  For more information on advertising with Urban Milwaukee please visit our advertising page. Historic Milwaukee Inc. invites you to join us for A View of Our City in Four Acts:  HMI’S 2009 Panel Discussion Series. This series brings together Milwaukee’s most tuned-in and interesting thinkers in an intimate setting. Listen and react to thoughtful discussions on Milwaukee’s built environment as influenced by history, law, design, art and politics. Creative genius behind the project is Attorney Bruce Block, who will be acting as Moderator for each discussion. Visit www.reinhartlaw.com to learn more about Bruce. We are also holding a Cocktail Hour prior to each discussion. Speak one-on-one with the evening’s panelists and fellow attendees interested in our built environment while enjoying cocktails and substantial hors d’ouevres. Reservations for the Cocktail Hour are an additional $20.00 per person and limited to 20 people per evening. We are lining-up a stellar group of speakers. You will not want to miss this. 1. Milwaukee’s Comprehensive Plan, January 29, 2009 2. Public Involvement in the Planning Process, February 26, 2009 3. Joseph Zilber’s Neighborhood Initiative and Chicago’s New Communities Program, March 26, 2009 4. African American Settlement in Milwaukee Thursday, April 23, 2009 Location: Penthouse, 1000 N. Water St. Time: 7:00PM-9:00PM Parking: Attendees may use the public parking lot at 1000 N. Water St. The entrance ramp is located on the East side of the building, on Market Street. Volunteers will be stationed at the building’s street entrance and parking garage entrance to guide guests to the penthouse. Ticket Price:* Members of Historic Milwaukee $15.00 per discussion / $45.00 for series Non-Members $20.00 per discussion / $65.00 for series University and College Students $7.00 per discussion Cocktail Hour: 6:00PM-7:00PM, $20.00 each or $50.00 for series. Reservations limited to 20 people per night I hope you will be able to join us in exploring Milwaukee’s past, present and future. *All Historic Milwaukee 2009 Guide Training Students can attend our Panel Discussions at no charge. To find out more about this in-depth course on Milwaukee’s history and architecture, please visit www.historicmilwaukee.org.

Milwaukee Snow Videos

Milwaukee Snow Videos

Just about everyone in Milwaukee is ready for spring, right? Well in the event that you're not, we have two pretty impressive videos to share with you that have a lot of snow (and Milwaukee) in them.

RTA Likely To Be Included in Governor’s Budget

RTA Likely To Be Included in Governor’s Budget

When Governor Jim Doyle unveils his budget proposal later today, one thing that is likely to be included in it is the recommendations of the Southeastern Wisconsin RTA. While this certainly doesn't mean the RTA is a done deal, it's a large step forward towards fixing transit funding issues in the Milwaukee region.

Milwaukee Brewers Offer Amtrak Promotion

Milwaukee Brewers Offer Amtrak Promotion

The Milwaukee Brewers, in an attempt to fight back against the Chicago Cubs fans and their Wrigley Field North signs and shirts, are offering a promotion to send Brewer fans to Wrigley Field in September via Amtrak in hopes of turning it into Miller Park South.

Who Lives in Milwaukee’s Condos?

Who Lives in Milwaukee’s Condos?

The UWM Center for Urban Initiatives and Research (CUIR) undertook the first comprehensive study on Milwaukee's "condo boom" to understand who was actually living in the condos stretching from the northern part of Walker's Point up to North Avenue on the East Side.

BreakWater Fiasco

BreakWater Fiasco

A column in Milwaukee Magazine criticizing the design of Renner Architect's soon-to-be completed BreakWater Condominiums spurred a response from Renner's firm that was in very poor form.

Sponsored Post: Historic Milwaukee, Inc.
Sponsored Post

Historic Milwaukee, Inc.

SPONSORED POST: Tonight is the first of HMI’s events, Milwaukee Comprehensive Plan. What is Milwaukee’s Comprehensive Plan? How will Smart Growth change the way American cities are organized? PANELISTS: Robert Greenstreet, PhD, Dean and Professor in UW-Milwaukee’s Department of Architecture Vanessa Koster – Assistant Planning Director, Department of City Development Gregory Patin – Strategic Development Manager for Milwaukee’s Downtown Plan The following sponsored post comes from Historic Milwaukee, Inc.  Registration for the event is available on Urban Milwaukee.  For more information on advertising with Urban Milwaukee please visit our advertising page. Historic Milwaukee Inc. invites you to join us for A View of Our City in Four Acts:  HMI’S 2009 Panel Discussion Series. This series brings together Milwaukee’s most tuned-in and interesting thinkers in an intimate setting. Listen and react to thoughtful discussions on Milwaukee’s built environment as influenced by history, law, design, art and politics. Creative genius behind the project is Attorney Bruce Block, who will be acting as Moderator for each discussion. Visit www.reinhartlaw.com to learn more about Bruce. We are also holding a Cocktail Hour prior to each discussion. Speak one-on-one with the evening’s panelists and fellow attendees interested in our built environment while enjoying cocktails and substantial hors d’ouevres. Reservations for the Cocktail Hour are an additional $20.00 per person and limited to 20 people per evening. We are lining-up a stellar group of speakers. You will not want to miss this. 1. Milwaukee’s Comprehensive Plan, January 29, 2009 2. Public Involvement in the Planning Process, February 26, 2009 3. Joseph Zilber’s Neighborhood Initiative and Chicago’s New Communities Program, March 26, 2009 4. African American Settlement in Milwaukee Thursday, April 23, 2009 Location: Penthouse, 1000 N. Water St. Time: 7:00PM-9:00PM Parking: Attendees may use the public parking lot at 1000 N. Water St. The entrance ramp is located on the East side of the building, on Market Street. Volunteers will be stationed at the building’s street entrance and parking garage entrance to guide guests to the penthouse. Ticket Price:* Members of Historic Milwaukee $15.00 per discussion / $45.00 for series Non-Members $20.00 per discussion / $65.00 for series University and College Students $7.00 per discussion Cocktail Hour: 6:00PM-7:00PM, $20.00 each or $50.00 for series. Reservations limited to 20 people per night I hope you will be able to join us in exploring Milwaukee’s past, present and future. *All Historic Milwaukee 2009 Guide Training Students can attend our Panel Discussions at no charge. To find out more about this in-depth course on Milwaukee’s history and architecture, please visit www.historicmilwaukee.org.

East Town Shoots Itself In The Foot

East Town Shoots Itself In The Foot

We had originally speculated about the origins of the ban on carry-ins at Jazz in the Park. Our speculation was that it was really a money issue, but that we thought the East Town Association had the right to and should attempt to generate money from the event. Today we received just about all we needed to confirm our suspicions, a couple of great quotes from the Milwaukee Chief of Police Edward Flynn courtesy of the Journal Sentinel article Jazz in the Park fans have a whine and cheese party.

Palomar or Streetcar?

Palomar or Streetcar?

Tom Daykin did some digging and was able to uncover that the final request from Gatehouse Capital Corp. was $18 million in public money for the Palomar.

RedPrairie to Delafield No More

RedPrairie to Delafield No More

Tom Daykin of the Journal Sentinel is reporting that RedPrairie is no longer moving to Delafield. The company had just recently announced that they were putting their plans on hold.

Sponsored Post: Historic Milwaukee, Inc.
Sponsored Post

Historic Milwaukee, Inc.

SPONSORED POST: The following sponsored post comes from Historic Milwaukee, Inc.  Registration for the event is available on Urban Milwaukee.  For more information on advertising with Urban Milwaukee please visit our advertising page. Historic Milwaukee Inc. invites you to join us for A View of Our City in Four Acts:  HMI’S 2009 Panel Discussion Series. This series brings together Milwaukee’s most tuned-in and interesting thinkers in an intimate setting. Listen and react to thoughtful discussions on Milwaukee’s built environment as influenced by history, law, design, art and politics. Creative genius behind the project is Attorney Bruce Block, who will be acting as Moderator for each discussion. Visit www.reinhartlaw.com to learn more about Bruce. We are also holding a Cocktail Hour prior to each discussion. Speak one-on-one with the evening’s panelists and fellow attendees interested in our built environment while enjoying cocktails and substantial hors d’ouevres. Reservations for the Cocktail Hour are an additional $20.00 per person and limited to 20 people per evening. We are lining-up a stellar group of speakers. You will not want to miss this. 1. Milwaukee’s Comprehensive Plan, January 29, 2009 2. Public Involvement in the Planning Process, February 26, 2009 3. Joseph Zilber’s Neighborhood Initiative and Chicago’s New Communities Program, March 26, 2009 4. African American Settlement in Milwaukee Thursday, April 23, 2009 Location: Penthouse, 1000 N. Water St. Time: 7:00PM-9:00PM Parking: Attendees may use the public parking lot at 1000 N. Water St. The entrance ramp is located on the East side of the building, on Market Street. Volunteers will be stationed at the building’s street entrance and parking garage entrance to guide guests to the penthouse. Ticket Price:* Members of Historic Milwaukee $15.00 per discussion / $45.00 for series Non-Members $20.00 per discussion / $65.00 for series University and College Students $7.00 per discussion Cocktail Hour: 6:00PM-7:00PM, $20.00 each or $50.00 for series. Reservations limited to 20 people per night I hope you will be able to join us in exploring Milwaukee’s past, present and future. *All Historic Milwaukee 2009 Guide Training Students can attend our Panel Discussions at no charge. To find out more about this in-depth course on Milwaukee’s history and architecture, please visit www.historicmilwaukee.org.

Jazz in the Park Carry-In Ban Update

Jazz in the Park Carry-In Ban Update

The East Town Association has posted a question and answer response to their recent policy change banning carry-ins. Check it out, and let us know what you think.

Jazz in the Park To Ban Carry-Ins

Jazz in the Park To Ban Carry-Ins

In a stunning announcement today, OMC reports that Jazz in the Park will no longer allow carry-ins of alcohol.

The Park East Park?  Absolutely Not

The Park East Park? Absolutely Not

In response to the announcement of the failing of The Residences of Palomar, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel ran an editorial talking about the idea of building a temporary park in the Park East land reclaimed from the former freeway spur. The idea is a bad one.

Palomar Canceled?

Palomar Canceled?

Haven't seen any official announcement yet, but we've heard from a credible source close to the project that the The Residences at Palomar project has been canceled. We'll update this post as we learn more. At the moment, calls in to the project are going unanswered.

WisDOT Open House on Future Parking Lots, Parks, or ?

WisDOT Open House on Future Parking Lots, Parks, or ?

WisDOT is taking the steps to prepare to issue an RFP for airspace leases underneath the Marquette Interchange and Interstate 794. They're looking for public input on what should be included, and this is our chance to really say we want something better underneath the freeway that separates the Third Ward and the Milwaukee Intermodal Station from the rest of downtown.

Walker Administration Defends Vote Against RTA

Walker Administration Defends Vote Against RTA

The Milwaukee County Board Task Force on the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Transit Authority Recommendations, chaired by Supervisor Patricia Jursik, met for the first time on Monday December 29th, 2008. Other members of the task force present at the meeting included Supervisor Chris Larson, Supervisor John Thomas (who arrived late), Thomas Kujawa (formerly of MCTS), and Lloyd Grant (attending on behalf of Ms. Anita Gulotta-Connelly). The goal of the task force is to present recommendations to the Transportation Committee, which will then be presented to the full Milwaukee County Board on February 5th, 2009.

Our 2009 Top Ten Lists

Our 2009 Top Ten Lists

It's time to look forward to what we can hope for and plan on in 2009.

Company To Supply KRM Train Sets Closes Doors

Company To Supply KRM Train Sets Closes Doors

Colorado Railcar Manufacturing, the company slated to provide the train sets for the potential Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee (KRM) commuter rail line, has closed its doors due to a liquidity problem. The company was the only supplier of diesel multiple unit (DMU) trains that met FRA standards to operate on the same tracks as freight trains. So the battle over a recently released (and highly-flawed in our opinion) cost report might have to be tabled at this point.

Free Bus Rides on New Year’s Eve

Free Bus Rides on New Year’s Eve

MillerCoors is stepping up to the plate again this year and offering free rides for any MCTS bus after 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve. Service on 13 routes will also run every half hour until 4 a.m. Think, don't drive.

Photo Gallery: Snow is Not Good for Buses
Photo Gallery

Snow is Not Good for Buses

The massive amount of snow that fell on Milwaukee on Thursday night wrecked some serious havoc on the MCTS 10 bus route on Friday.

Biking Santas Invade Milwaukee

Biking Santas Invade Milwaukee

Meghan Arnold, one of the many biking santas you may have been lucky to see in downtown on Saturday, has an excellent write-up of the event complete with photos.  The story comes complete with details of a rendevous with the police and enough mentions of Diablos Rojos restaurants to make Mike Eitel blush.  Oh, and there is plenty of discussion of Lakefront Brewery beer.

Ogden Avenue Corridor Development

Ogden Avenue Corridor Development

Ogden Ave between N. Van Buren Street and Milwaukee Street has numerous retail establishments, but how well do they work together? Quite poorly. The groupings of stores work fairly well amongst themselves, but as an Ogden Ave retail corridor they turn their backs on one another.

Watch The Lake Express High Speed Ferry Dock

Watch The Lake Express High Speed Ferry Dock

While the title may not sound that exciting, the Lake Express High-Speed Ferry docks in the Menomonee River valley for the winter. So to get there, it must travel in from Lake Michigan. They created a time-lapse photography video to show the journey and published it online. If you've got two minutes, it's interesting to watch the bridges rise and see what your view would be like if owned a yacht (or coal barge).

RTA Meets the Milwaukee County Board – Meeting Recap

RTA Meets the Milwaukee County Board – Meeting Recap

The Milwaukee County Board's Transportation, Public Works, and Transit Committee, chaired by Supervisor Michael Mayo, held a meeting on Wednesday morning to discuss the recommendations approved by the Southeast Wisconsin Regional Transit Authority. Julia Taylor, the Governor's Appointee on the RTA, was on hand to answer questions along with Carl Mueller, the RTA's PR consultant, and Ken Yunker, who has worked closely with the RTA in his role at SEWRPC.

Potential Changes to the RFP Process

Potential Changes to the RFP Process

Milwaukee should explore how land sales are managed in order to achieve the highest and best use. If Milwaukee can become better at converting land from public and vacant to private and developed it will only be a benefit to the entire city by building a better urban fabric and raising the city tax base.

City Business: IT Gallery
City Business

IT Gallery

IT Gallery, the latest art gallery to open in Milwaukee, is situated on the corner of Ogden and Jackson in the 601 Lofts building.

Hard Hat Tour: South Water Works Tour Photos
Hard Hat Tour

South Water Works Tour Photos

Tom DeMuth of Lighthouse Development gave Urban Milwaukee a tour of his company's redevelopment of the former Transpak facility in Milwaukee's Walker's Point neighborhood.

Milwaukee Transit: The Solution – Update
Milwaukee Transit

The Solution – Update

Recently, we advocated for the formation of a regional transit authority that has a dedicated funding source as a solution to the transit issues facing the Milwaukee region. Following that editorial we wrote an open letter to Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett encouraging him to vote on the morning of November 10th for the sales tax proposal.

Open Letter to Mayor Barrett Concerning Transit

Open Letter to Mayor Barrett Concerning Transit

On Monday, November 10th, your representative to the Regional Transit Authority (RTA), Sharon Robinson, will cast an important vote for the future of transit in our city and region. We write to you to encourage her to vote "yes" to any sales tax funding proposals. While we have recently outlined why we think RTA's are an efficient way to deliver regional services, we have a few more things we think you should consider.

Milwaukee Transit: The Solution
Milwaukee Transit

The Solution

A regional transit authority with a dedicated funding source is the solution to the Milwaukee regional transit woes. The use of an authority represents the most efficient and reliable way to deliver a service to a region. A dedicated and reliable funding source is essential to empowering an authority to deliver the services for which it is tasked. While Milwaukee's freeway system was designed and built to serve the region, the Milwaukee region's multiple transit systems stop and start at invisible lines. The various transit systems have different fares, operating hours, vehicles, and branding. As they are now, the systems simply aren't designed to work together to ensure a high quality of service to the region.

New Land Proposes New Development on Kenilworth

New Land Proposes New Development on Kenilworth

New Land Enterprises has proposed a development for the southeast corner of Farwell Avenue and Kenilworth Avenue. The proposal is a five-story mixed-use apartment building with first floor retail.

Goll Mansion Project Now Called Transera

Goll Mansion Project Now Called Transera

New Land Enterprises’ Goll Mansion Project has a new website and a new name, The Transera.  The company recently unveiled their new website.  Floor plans of units are now available, as well as a proposed amenities list.  The project recently gained approval from the Milwaukee Common Council.    

City Business: Blatz Market & Liquor Depot
City Business

Blatz Market & Liquor Depot

Blatz Market & Liquor Depot, located in the former Blatz brewery on Broadway, isn't your regular liquor store.

Transit As A Means To Combat Poverty  (Blog Action Day 2008 – Poverty)

Transit As A Means To Combat Poverty (Blog Action Day 2008 – Poverty)

Poverty as defined by Princeton's Wordnet is "the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions." Too often people believe poverty means unemployment. It does not. Those that are unemployed likely do live in poverty, but there are a significant number of people that live in poverty and have jobs. In 2006 Milwaukee had the eighth-highest rate of poverty of large US cities, with 26.2% of people living below the federal poverty line. To put that percentage to an actual headcount, 26.2% of the city of Milwaukee's population is 143,000 people. By comparison, Wisconsin's poverty rate is 11% accounting for 581,000 residents, nearly 200,000 of which are children. How does transit play a role in poverty?

Photo Gallery: Hometown Gas Station Demolished
Photo Gallery

Hometown Gas Station Demolished

The Hometown Gas Station on North Avenue has been almost completely demolished.

Fullhouse Moving to Walker’s Point

Fullhouse Moving to Walker’s Point

Fullhouse, a growing interactive marketing agency, is leaving their crowded Third Ward office space for 23,500 square feet across the river in Walker's Point.

Hard Hat Tour: A Closer Look at The Flatiron Condominiums
Hard Hat Tour

A Closer Look at The Flatiron Condominiums

The Flatiron Condominiums, the first development to take place in the former Park East Freeway corridor, is a five-story, 38-unit condominium.

A Closer Look at The BreakWater Condominiums

A Closer Look at The BreakWater Condominiums

The BreakWater Condominiums development consists of 101 condominiums in a 20-story tower.

UWM Dorm Site Faces Little Opposition

UWM Dorm Site Faces Little Opposition

Last Thursday night, residents of Milwaukee's lower east side gathered at Holy Rosary Church to discuss the final of three proposals selected by the UWM Real Estate Foundation. The meeting began much like the two previous had, with the developer (Phelan Development) making a presentation on the plan, followed by a short bit by the architect (Jim Shields in this case), and representatives from UWM talking over some basic logistics and facts. After which Vice Chancellor for University Relations and Communications Tom Luljak straps on his bullet proof vest, and questions from the audience are allowed.

Photos From Top of US Bank Center

Photos From Top of US Bank Center

Yesterday, Dave Reid and myself were invited to the Brownfields Study Group 10th Anniversary Celebration. Now brownfield redevelopment is wonderful, and Milwaukee has some wonderful examples including the nationally-recognized Menomonee Valley, but we were a little distracted by the view from the event. The event was held on the 40th floor of the US Bank Center in the offices of Foley & Lardner.

UWM Prospect Mall Parking Lot Dorm Renderings

UWM Prospect Mall Parking Lot Dorm Renderings

Boulder Ventures provided us with a rendering of their proposed dorm for the Prospect Mall parking lot on the east side of Prospect Avenue.

Hot Meeting About Potential UWM Dorm Site

Hot Meeting About Potential UWM Dorm Site

The Maryland Avenue School played host to a tension-filled meeting to discuss one of three proposals for the location of the new UWM dorm. The proposal on the table was the nearby Prospect Mall parking lot location proposed by Boulder Ventures.

Seven Reasons To Replace The Hoan Bridge

Seven Reasons To Replace The Hoan Bridge

Both the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and The Business Journal of Milwaukee have covered the Wisconsin Department of Transportation's announcement that they're examining options for the future of the Hoan Bridge as the day nears when it will need costly repairs. We thought it was time to weigh in.

Senator Russ Feingold to Address Milwaukee Common Council

Senator Russ Feingold to Address Milwaukee Common Council

As part of the President's Speaker Series, Council President Willie Hines Jr has invited Senator Russ Feingold to address the Common Council on September 2nd. There is a reception before the meeting at 8:30 a.m., followed by the meeting at 9:00 a.m. The meeting and reception are both open to the public.

Public Meetings On Final Sites For New UWM Dorm

Public Meetings On Final Sites For New UWM Dorm

Public meetings for each dorm site have been announced. At each meeting the development teams will explain the proposal. The developer of the proposed site and UWM representives will be available for questions at each meeting. As a refresher we have included our opinion on each of the sites as described (we have not see the proposals yet).

Oshkosh Truck Looking At Leasing Janesville General Motors Plant

Oshkosh Truck Looking At Leasing Janesville General Motors Plant

Our previous article on Janesville's coming problems might not be as big of a problem as previously thought. Sources have confirmed that Oshkosh Truck has discussed with General Motors the possibility of leasing the Janesville plant along with utilizing the soon-to-be unemployed GM workforce.

RedPrairie Moves Further Away From Talent Sources

RedPrairie Moves Further Away From Talent Sources

Red Praire's relocation story has been funny, especially now that they've finally decided to move to Delafield. To understand what's going on it appears you don't have to read between the lines, you just have to read the lines.

Goll Mansion Project Renderings

Goll Mansion Project Renderings

New Land Development has made renderings available of their Goll Mansion project. We've reposted them here to continue discussion on the proposed development.

UWM Picks Our Three Favorite Dorm Sites As Finalists

UWM Picks Our Three Favorite Dorm Sites As Finalists

The University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Real Estate Foundation announced the final three sites (narrowed from a field of eight) for the new 500 to 700 bed dorm to be built.

Kohl’s Continues To Lead Retail Store Solar Power Field

Kohl’s Continues To Lead Retail Store Solar Power Field

Kudos to Kohl's for continuing to push the envelope by powering more and more stores with solar power.

Does Downtown Milwaukee Need More Street Trees?

Does Downtown Milwaukee Need More Street Trees?

Ask yourself what's missing along most of Wisconsin Avenue as it crosses through downtown. Then take a look at Milwaukee's lower east side. There is one key piece missing.

Barack Obama on High Speed Rail

Barack Obama on High Speed Rail

Barack Obama seems to have his head in the right place when thinking about the need for mobility in a regional sense. He doesn't advocate New York to Chicago high speed rail or other long routes, something that a plane does and will probably always do better. He doesn't talk about cost inefficient monorail technology or other fancy, whiz-bang technologies. Obama recognizes that high speed rail is the perfect mode of transit for regional connectivity and that the Midwest is a good place for that implementation.

Where Is The New UWM Dorm Going?

Where Is The New UWM Dorm Going?

To be honest, we don't know exactly. But we do know that they've proposed 8 sites, and we'll break down each one to determine which one we think might be the best.

An Insider Perspective On What’s Wrong In The Airline Industry

An Insider Perspective On What’s Wrong In The Airline Industry

So how did the airline industry end up stuck with a massive number of old, less efficient planes flying regular service? According to an anonymous insider, it all goes back to the dot com boom (and bust).

Photo Gallery: North Powerhouse Demolition
Photo Gallery

North Powerhouse Demolition

The Urban Milwaukee authors have been closely following the destruction of the North Powerhouse along the Milwaukee River. We've accumulated a nice collection of photos tracking the demolition progress. The building was built in the late 1920s and used by the city to help distribute steam throughout downtown Milwaukee.

What’s The Cost of Parking in Downtown Milwaukee?

What’s The Cost of Parking in Downtown Milwaukee?

What's the cost of parking in downtown Milwaukee? It might just be more than the cost of plugging the meter. The low cost of parking in Milwaukee might actually be preventing new development from happening downtown.

Milwaukee Transit: The Technologies
Milwaukee Transit

The Technologies

It's absolutely critical to understand the different transit technologies available if one is to understand and evaluate the merits of the various transit proposals for Milwaukee. Technologies include Bus-Rapid Transit (BRT), Express Bus Transit, Electric-Guided Bus, Standard Bus, Street Car, Light Rail and Heavy Rail. This article examines the technologies, largely with regard to how they would be implemented here in Milwaukee.

The Economic Value of Immigration

The Economic Value of Immigration

Often times when discussing the economic value of immigration, people consider the impact of having immigrants accept low wages for jobs “ordinary” Americans wish not to do. But what about the dream jobs we all wish for? I’m not talking about professional basketball player and former Milwaukee Buck Yi Jianlian (nor Australian Andrew Bogut). I’m talking about CEOs of growing and profitable companies. CEOs of technology companies.

Milwaukee Transit: The Game and The Players
Milwaukee Transit

The Game and The Players

Understanding the discussion around Milwaukee transit requires an understanding of who has the keys to unlock the federal funds to improve and expand the existing system. We need to lay some groundwork before any discussion on the actual proposals can start.

Milwaukee Transit: The Series
Milwaukee Transit

The Series

I had promised a series on transit this week, and it’s still coming.  I’ve done a substantial amount more fact checking and research than earlier anticipated, but the first article detailing “The Players” in Milwaukee transit will run Wednesday evening. Thanks for waiting.

Transit-Oriented Development: Not Just A Myth
Transit-Oriented Development

Not Just A Myth

In the coming week, I’ll be taking a close look at transit issues. The issues facing transit systems (both existing and potential) in Milwaukee (and the surrounding counties) are rather complex, and I’ll attempt to break every issue down as best as I can. Before diving in to local issues, it’ll be best to understand what’s going on elsewhere. Other cities have seen significant transit-orientad development take place. The transit blog, The Overhead Wire, has a great blog post illustrating this very fact. Starting with Arlington, Virgina (pictured below), The Overhead Wire blog post features a lot of good examples (with photos) of transit-oriented development. Is there potential for this kind of growth in Milwaukee? I’ll examine this and more in the coming week.

Bergstrom Automotive Innovating

Bergstrom Automotive Innovating

It is genuinely encouraging to see the Bergstrom Automotive Group deciding to stay in-tune with market trends (read: increasingly high fuel prices) and downsize their Hummer dealership into being part of an existing dealership, instead of a stand-alone unit. What are they replacing the highly-visible dealership with? A GM-certified user-car dealership.

Pabst Farms Now Encouraging Retail and Industrial Sprawl

Pabst Farms Now Encouraging Retail and Industrial Sprawl

Oconomowoc-based Pabst Farms, yet another development named after what the bulldozers destroy, is not limiting itself to simply encouraging commercial and residential sprawl anymore. In a move that I can only interpret as desperation (in the face of the growing trend of industrial firms relocating to the Menomonee Valley), Pabst Farms developers Developers Diversified Realty Corp of Cleveland is set to begin the construction on the first of three speculative industrial buildings.

Residents of Janesville Flock to Milwaukee and Chicago

Residents of Janesville Flock to Milwaukee and Chicago

The title of this post is purely fiction at this point, but is what this writer believes should happen.

Could Robert Ruvin Have Saved RiverSplash?

Could Robert Ruvin Have Saved RiverSplash?

While it certainly sounds ridiculous, I think it's a distinct possibility that Robert Ruvin could have prevented most, if not all of the trouble stemming from the Saturday night fiasco at RiverSplash on Old World Third Street and Water Street.

Nik Kovac Getting First Test From Riverwest Resident Group

Nik Kovac Getting First Test From Riverwest Resident Group

The Riverwest Neighborhood Association is going to test Alderman Nik Kovac early in his term.

Milwaukee Pollutes Less Than Madison

Milwaukee Pollutes Less Than Madison

The Milwaukee metro area produces less carbon per person than Madison

Whitney Gould Day (May 29th, 2008)

Whitney Gould Day (May 29th, 2008)

Mayor Tom Barrett today utilized his power of mayoral proclamation to declare it Whitney M. Gould Day in honor of the long-time Milwaukee Journal Sentinel urban landscape and architecture columnist who recently accepted a buy-out from Journal Communications and now serves as a Commissioner on the Historic Preservation Committee.

Milwaukee Post Office To Move Next Door To Airport

Milwaukee Post Office To Move Next Door To Airport

In one of the worst kept secrets surrounding the future of downtown Milwaukee, an announcement finally arrived today that the out-of-place and severely dated United States Post Office located on St. Paul Ave, next to the brand spanking new, gorgeous Milwaukee Intermodal Station, is moving south to be closer to the airport in a new, more efficient facility. This is a huge win-win for both areas. First, this should increase commerce surrounding the airport by adding a labor-intensive business near a large retail stretch. Second, it’s obviously going to be a boost for efficiency for moving mail in-and-out of Milwaukee. With a significant amount of mail moving through the air, this should get it sorted and on-and-off planes faster and reduce costs for USPS. In regards to downtown Milwaukee, the Third Ward, and the Menomonee Valley, this is the start of a huge boost that has been a long time coming. The new Milwaukee Intermodal Station that is quickly becoming a well-known gateway to Milwaukee is in a terribly misused and underused area. Eliminating the Post Office and replacing it with nearly any mixed-use building would be a huge boost for the area and trigger development in underused buildings and surface parking lots across the street. The land that Milwaukee’s Central Processing Facility for USPS currently occupies is not only in a great location because of the proximity to the train station, but it sits on the Menomonee River immediately adjacent to where it merges with the Milwaukee River. Any development on the site will certainly seek to reconnect the neighborhood with the river and further foster urban Milwaukee’s image as an area that is increasingly connected with its natural capital. If you want to consider the kind of visual impact replacing the Post Office will have, consider the Harley Museum set to open soon just across the river. Not only has that development triggered another development in the Iron Horse Hotel, but it’s taken a long underused property and made it a legitimate piece of the city again. Replacing the Post Office will not only trigger development north across St. Paul Ave, but will increase the value of the Harley Museum and all of the land along that stretch of the rivers.

Pabst Brewery Redevelopment Update

Pabst Brewery Redevelopment Update

Over the past couple of years I have followed the redevelopment of the former Pabst Brewery intently.

Bike To Work Week

Bike To Work Week

Bike to Work Week runs from Sunday, May 11th to Friday, May 16th.  If you’re not already biking to work, here is a great chance to give it a go.  If you haven’t experienced urban biking in Milwaukee before, I suggest you take a look at the city-provided map indicating the good streets to ride on. There are a lot of great activities planned.  You’ll be able to find me on my bike downtown everyday as usual, and I’m also planning to attend the Bike-In Movie on Friday night. Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin is coordinating everything, and would greatly appreciate it if you registered and took their 30 second survey so they can improve biking in Wisconsin. Sunday, May 11th 2:00 pm, Mother’s Day Bike Ride Along the Lake Join the Pedal Pusher Society for a Mother’s Day bike ride along the lakefront. Location: Alterra by the Lake Requirement: Bring a Mom Monday, May 12th 7:00 – 9:00 am, Daily free coffee, bakery and bicycle commuting information will be available for bike commuters. Alterra Foundry, 170 S. 1st Street Sigma Environmental Group, 1300 W. Canal Street, on the Hank Aaron State Trail Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Place, on the Oak Leah Trail 8:30 am, Bike to Work with Mayor Barrett Location: 51st and Washington Blvd. 9:00 am, Press Conference, followed by Bicycle Tour of Milwaukee’s new and planned bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Location: 841 N. Broadway Tuesday, May 13th 7:00 – 9:00 am, Daily free coffee, bakery and bicycle commuting information will be available for bike commuters. Alterra Foundry, 170 S. 1st Street Sigma Environmental Group, 1300 W. Canal Street, on the Hank Aaron State Trail Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Place, on the Oak Leaf Trail 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Bike Trivia Night. Awesome prizes and sweet drink specials for only $5.00 Location: Stonefly Brewing, 735 E. Center St. Wednesday, May 14th 7:00 – 9:00 am, Daily free coffee, bakery and bicycle commuting information will be available for bike commuters. Alterra Foundry, 170 S. 1st Street Sigma Environmental Group, 1300 W. Canal Street, on the Hank Aaron State Trail Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Place, on the Oak Leah Trail 5:30 pm, Bike to the Brewers Game! Location: Meet up at either 6th and Canal Street or The Outpost, 7000 W. State Street. Auto parking for Canal Street meet-up located at Sigma Environmental Group, 1300 W. Canal St Thursday, May 15th 7:00 – 9:00 am, Daily free coffee, bakery and bicycle commuting information will be available for bike commuters. Alterra Foundry, 170 S. 1st Street Sigma Environmental Group, 1300 W. Canal Street, on the Hank Aaron State Trail Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Place, on the Oak Leah Trail Bike to School Day! – Roughly one-third of all traffic congestion is related to dropping kids off at school! Friday, May 16th 7:00 – 9:00 am, Daily free coffee, bakery and bicycle commuting information will be available for bike commuters. Alterra Foundry, 170 S. 1st […]

Friday, 02. May 2008 Photos

Friday, 02. May 2008 Photos

301 N. Broadway Park East Square The North End

Bicycle Drive-Thru In Portland, Would It Work In Milwaukee?

Bicycle Drive-Thru In Portland, Would It Work In Milwaukee?

Okay, I must confess, I was about to write a blog post about this very thing.  I was going to state how given the right building, someone like Alterra could pull this off (because biking with coffee would be fun!).  Then I came back to reality and realized that the idea was fundamentally flawed. Drive-thrus are about as anti-community as can be.  Sure eventually the teller hands you your food and you smile back at them, but that’s about as social as the process gets.  A line of bikes would be marginally better than Toyotas, but still far from perfect. Going inside a store fosters communication.   It encourages randomly talking to people.  You’re probably not going to become friends with the other people in the store, but you’ll recognize them elsewhere.  The faceless city you live in becomes just a little less anonymous by avoiding drive-thrus.  And in a world that is increasingly detached from the random people around us, every random connection helps.

Wind Power in Lake Michigan

Wind Power in Lake Michigan

Wind Energy – A New Kind of Power Generation in Panama Originally uploaded by thinkpanama Ryan Horton of the Public Policy Forum took a look at the possibility of wind turbines being built in Lake Michigan about 18 miles from Milwaukee. Horton examines the dollars and cents of the issue and briefly addresses the economic attractiveness boost it might give. He looks at how businesses might be enticed to move to Milwaukee because of the long-term competitive advantage wind power might generate. I think he fails to consider the potential marketing power of the turbines though. What sets Milwaukee apart from Cleveland, Detroit, and St. Louis? A massive wind power installation could be something that encourages recent college grads to look for employment in Milwaukee. I’m not saying people will move in mass to live in a city powered partially by wind power, but I do think college STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) graduates will be more inclined to come to Milwaukee over other comparable cities if there is a giant wind farm here. Milwaukee isn’t going to be Chicago simply because of scale, but when comparing it with other fresh coast cities a massive wind power installation could convince some that we’re cleaner than others. Milwaukee is currently an after-thought to a lot of college graduates when they look to apply for jobs out-of-state from where they graduated. We have lots of employers here that seem to be in constant need of new talent (Rockwell, Johnson Controls, Direct Supply, Northwestern Mutual, etc), why not build something that not only will help lower their costs long-term, but that also makes Milwaukee itself more appealing? Milwaukee could only benefit from an influx of engineers.

Friday, 25. April 2008 Photos

Friday, 25. April 2008 Photos

Park East Square The North End The Edge

The Alterra Story

The Alterra Story

What makes urban Milwaukee special?  One of those things is certainly committed local businesses.  Alterra Coffee Roasters is certainly one of those companies. Recently the Small Business Times sat down with Alterra’s founders Ward Fowler, Paul Miller, Lincoln Fowler to discuss where the company is headed and how the new Riverwest location on Humboldt fits into that.

Green Vendor in Wisconsin?

Green Vendor in Wisconsin?

If you have a “green” product or service in Wisconsin, now may be your time to shine.  Walmart as part of their sustainability program is looking for Wisconsin-based green products or services including things like organic produce, landscaping services, or recycling services. Definitely worth your time to check out if you’re a producer of any product you can sell as “green”. Let me know if you have any success.  I’m curious if I can sell “urban advocacy” in a bottle.

Milwaukee Vodka Maker Moving to Walker’s Point

Milwaukee Vodka Maker Moving to Walker’s Point

FO BEVERAGES A HOBBY Originally uploaded by strobist Great Lakes Distillery, Milwaukee’s local vodka distiller, is moving their operations from Capital and Holton to 616 W Virginia St in The Tannery complex of buildings. This has been picked up by a lot of other sources (including the JS, The Daily Reporter, RNN, and the Business Journal) so I’m not going to bore you with details on what it includes, but the tours sound great. I’m more concerned with what it means for the city. Guy Rehorst wanted more space, and he could have went anywhere in the metro-area and still called got away with calling it Milwaukee’s vodka. He chose to stay in urban Milwaukee though. Why? I haven’t talked to him directly, but here’s a couple guesses. It’s nice being close to your customers. It’s also a plus when you’re located by a Harley museum to generate a steady stream of customers for your tours. Being in a historic tannery building feels cool too, one could imagine. What does his business mean to Milwaukee? Realistically, not a lot of jobs directly, but there are other benefits. Everyone involved in local alcohol production deserves a huge round of applause from me, as do the people that drink it. Milwaukee is going to drink it’s share of alcohol, so it’s best that it’s made in Milwaukee. Every time you sip Rehorst compared to Absolut more money is staying in Milwaukee. Same with Lakefront, Water Street, and Alehouse beers vs Budweiser (and yes, even Miller). So while none of these distilleries create massive amounts of jobs, they keep wealth from leaving the city, and hopefully long-term bring wealth in (as they ultimately sell outside 124th Street). They also have this huge marketability asset that makes all of them being so close together so great. They’re great places to go. Now Guy’s tour is not running yet, but I imagine it’ll be something people talk about. It’s yet one more thing for people to do in urban Milwaukee (see: Fonz statue) that isn’t enough to draw people to come here on their own, but adds to a mixing pot of great things that make Milwaukee special compared to somewhere huge like Atlanta or small like Janesville. Milwaukee is a great place to be and with entrepreneurs like Guy Rehorst, isn’t anywhere close to losing it’s alcohol heritage, even with Miller moving to Chicago or Dallas (yeah, I said it).

Evidence Towards Future Urban Growth?

Evidence Towards Future Urban Growth?

Life in suburbia Originally uploaded by Michael Burns Besides the obvious of actually stepping foot in urban Milwaukee, what statistical evidence exists to point to trends of increasing urbanization? Menomonee Falls resident, blogger, and friend Mike Rohde found a good article from the Atlantic that examines trends in housing that indicate urban living is the logical future for the United States. The article spends less time championing urban living than it does detailing why the sprawling suburbs will fail and become tomorrow’s worst neighborhoods.

New Park East Request for Proposals

New Park East Request for Proposals

Milwaukee Skyline Originally uploaded by compujeramey Milwaukee County intends to issue a request for proposals (RFP) for a Park East corridor plot of land on the western end of the reclaimed land, near the former Pabst brewery. With developments finally getting off the ground on formerly RFP’ed plots on the eastern end of the corridor, and redevelopment moving full speed ahead at The Brewery it seems logical to move forward at this time and put another plot up for sale. The proposed plot is the one east of 6th Street, north of West Winnebago Street, and south of McKinley Avenue. On the flip side, Robert Ruvin had a harder time securing a loan for his development inbetween 3rd and 4th Streets after the market began to turn. Construction hasn’t even started there yet, and a demo unit is in the works to begin condo sales starting in April. Is it therefore logical to put the chance of another development on the market and potentially damage development going on on other parcels? Yes, well it would be great if the county could let every development get to 100% before triggering another I think it’s important to continue to grease the wheels for other developments to get off the ground. Plus, in all reality by the time the county put out the RFP, it’s going to be at least two years before construction even breaks ground. That will give other developments plenty of time to sell units.. The worst thing that could happen is the current credit crunch could toward around, and for the downtown area to be caught with a lack of available units and development going on. If people want to move downtown, and it appears they do, the county and city should continue to encourage developers to get projects off the ground that produce urban infill and add to the strength of downtown. They’ve done a good job of that so far, and I hope they don’t pull this sale in the event of a market downturn. I expect that further development in the corridor is only going to accelerate the pace of sales and leasing of space, and increase the amount of developers wanting to put up buildings. It’s hard to sell someone on living next to a bunch of gravel lots, but it’s going to be ease to sell them on living amongst a lot of new, pedestrian-friendly developments within walking distance of the city’s best assets.

Dump Kovac Before He Gets Started

Dump Kovac Before He Gets Started

100_5801 Originally uploaded by RNA Official Photo Site Dan Knauss wrote up an excellent analysis of the 3rd District Alderman race, which after the primary is down to Patrick Flaherty and Nik Kovac. If you’re a 3rd district resident or interested in Milwaukee politics, Dan’s article is definitely worth your time to read.

Richard Longworth to speak at UWM

Richard Longworth to speak at UWM

My Kinda Town Originally uploaded by Stuck in Customs Announcing a special guest lecture coming to UWM that is worthy to attend for anyone interested in economic development. The UWM Department of Urban Planning is pleased to announce details regarding its 2008 Charles Causier Memorial Lecture. Mr. Richard C. Longworth will present a lecture at UWM entitled “A Punch to the Middle: Globalization and the American Midwest,” on Friday, April 4th from 7:30 – 8:30 pm. Richard C. Longworth, selected to be the 2008 Charles Causier Memorial Lecturer, is a senior fellow at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and former senior correspondent at the Chicago Tribune. He is the author of “Caught in the Middle: America’s Heartland in the Age of Globalism,” a book that describes this transformation and suggests ways in which the Midwest can fight back. Critics have given high reviews to his take on our situation and his ideas about the way forward. Carlos Santiago, UWM Chancellor, notes “Longworth’s book and The Chicago Council on Global Affairs are raising significant issues that will have a major influence on our future. I look forward to the contributions that those associated with our university will make to this effort.” Mr. Longworth’s upcoming lecture at UWM will focus on how globalization is transforming the American Midwest, and how the Milwaukee region is addressing the challenge. New global forces are turning both heavy industry and farming upside down, undermining old factory towns and rural areas, destroying old jobs and bringing in new immigrants, putting new demands on education, on government, and on Midwesterners themselves. All this is happening with lightning speed, in a region that prizes stability. Mr. Longworth will address how the region is currently coping with globalization and provide insight into how the Midwest can adapt and prosper. The event is free and open to the public. April 4th, 2008 7:30 – 8:30 pm (reception and book signing to follow lecture) UWM School of Architecture and Urban Planning (SARUP) – Room 170 2131 E. Hartford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53201 I’ll be there, and hope to see you!

Status of Kinnickinnic River Dredging

Status of Kinnickinnic River Dredging

Abandoned Wreck Originally uploaded by Retinal Fetish Previously, I had mentioned that a Kinnickinnic River Trail is in the works that would link up areas south and west of the Port of Milwaukee that don’t have good non-car access to downtown and the rest of urban Milwaukee. A key part of making that trail more attractive is the dredging of the Kinnickinnic River which would make it cleaner and more appealing for fish and trail-users alike. The dredging will ultimately help encourage development along the river corridor and hopefully a Riverwalk extension to the area. The deal currently is contingent on the EPA chipping in roughly $2 million from its Great Lakes Legacy Act program to cover the costs of expanding the Army Corps of Engineers’ disposal facility next to the ferry terminal. The Port of Milwaukee is set to pick up the remaining 35 percent of the costs to expand the facility. If the EPA doesn’t pick up the expansion costs, the deal is supposedly dead in the water. My bets are on it happening, one way or another. I’m looking forward to a cleaner Kinnickinnic already.

Pabst Office Redevelopment Moves Along

Pabst Office Redevelopment Moves Along

The Pabst Brewing Complex Originally uploaded by compujeramey Jim Haertel, president of Brew City Redevelopment Group LLC, is excited to finally see his dream coming to fruition. Haertel, who I’ve mentioned before owns a group of former Pabst brewery office buildings that are part of the complex that Joseph Zilber is redeveloping. Haertel is a name many in Milwaukee may remember as one of the leaders behind the original plans to turn the brewery in PabstCity, a nightlife and entertainment district. That plan ultimately died as a result of the Common Council not giving Wispark public money to develop the area, because of concerns of its long-term viability. Haertel was promised the Blue Ribbon Hall office buildings as part of the deal with his financing partner Wispark LLC. He was given the buildings by Wispark upon their sale of the complex to Zilber and his Brewery Project LLC, and just recently in December settled a lawsuit with Wispark. Terms of the settlement weren’t released, and I haven’t heard rumor of what they might be. Development is moving at a fast pace at the complex now (pictures coming soon). Fulfilling Haertel’s dream for the site, Blue Ribbon Hall and the surrounding office buildings will turn into the Museum of Beer and Brewing and Hofbrauhaus Milwaukee. Construction will begin next year, and everything will open in February of 2010. The reason for the delay? Haertel wants to wait for construction across Juneau Avenue to finish. The buildings just across the street (former keg houses) are being removed and replaced with a parking garage (more on that later). Personally, I’m excited about the long-term prospects for this area. I really think overall there are a lot of really good things going on over at The Brewery.  Early developments such as the Hofbrauhaus are going to set a great tone for the surrounding area developments still to come.

Milwaukee is a Rising Tech City

Milwaukee is a Rising Tech City

Barcamp Milwaukee 2007 Originally uploaded by marcusnelson According to Forbes, Milwaukee is an up-and-coming tech city. They tout the strength of some of the biggest companies in the area, Rockwell Automation and Johnson Controls. What did they overlook? The strength of business brewing activities afoot in the city. BarCampMilwaukee, DrupalCampWisconsin, MilwaukeeDevHouse, Web414, and the KEEN efforts at local universities. Not to mention the emerging angel investment groups including Silicon Pastures. The tech community efforts in Milwaukee out pace the strength of many other fresh coast cities and are second to only Chicago, and they’re only getting stronger. There isn’t any guarantee that these activities will lead to new wealth-generating businesses, but they’re certainly at the very least creating a supply of talented and connected web experts who can create significant competitive advantages for area firms.

Update on Pabst Farms

Update on Pabst Farms

Pabst Farm Sunset Originally uploaded by obrazu Loyal readers, I apologize on not keeping you up-to-date with the latest in white flight trends… that being the development of Pabst Farms. The last time I reported on Pabst Farms, they (Pabst Farms Development Inc) were announcing that a new developer, Developers Diversified Realty, to create the sprawl mall. Developers Diversified Realty announced their plans almost two months ago (yes, I’m playing catch up). What did it include? Nothing special. Everything is focused around the interstate. They’re touting an “attractive entrance” as a giant sign that reads “Pabst Farms Oconomowoc” when you get off the interstate, and some landscaped, unnatural grass. It’s really a shame that the use of the Pabst name here will taint the image of the real development happening at the old Pabst brewery on the edge of urban Milwaukee.

Senator Dick Durbin Standing Up For Quality

Senator Dick Durbin Standing Up For Quality

Milwaukee Intermodal Station Originally uploaded by compujeramey It’s good to see Senator Dick Durbin demanding better service from Union Pacific on the Amtrak route that runs from St. Louis to Chicago. What does this have to do with urban Milwaukee? The expansion and improvement of Amtrak (greater frequency of runs, faster service, ultimately lower prices) is good for Milwaukee’s most urban neighborhoods. The downtown location of the Milwaukee Intermodal Station is great for nearby land values and for access by the greatest number of riders. Easy for us that live here to get out, and for travelers from other cities to get in. The money spent to redevelop the station was worth every penny. So the station is great, but where can we as Milwaukeeans travel to easily through that station? Currently Minneapolis and Chicago are the only easy destinations (and the few small city stops along the way). Transferring to other lines in Chicago is plausible, but service delays and the frequency of runs make it somewhat difficult. If Senator Durbin and the people of Illinois get their way, Union Pacific will improve the conditions on the rail line and Amtrak service will improve. This will increase the ease at which Milwaukeeans can get to St. Louis. More efficient connections to big cities will only drive more people to Milwaukee’s inner-core of great neighborhoods. Better service is both great for business and great for urban residents. Long-term hopefully this will lead to the development of a high-speed rail corridor that includes Milwaukee. The Chicago-St. Louis route provides a great opportunity to test and implement technologies because of the lack of freight travel and the relatively flat terrain. High-gas prices, long security check times at airports, and increasingly more extreme weather conditions will lead more and more people to Amtrak and innovators like Megabus. What can be done to create a better, more efficient service? Improving the Chicago-St. Louis line is a good first step towards building a super-efficient rail network in the fresh coast.

Milwaukee.Gov E-Notification – City Cleanup

Milwaukee.Gov E-Notification – City Cleanup

I’m happy to see the city planning to take action before this becomes an issue that drags on.  Please read the message below to learn of Milwaukee’s cleanup plan as we enter the spring season, and learn how you can be a good citizen by keeping Milwaukee clean. The 2007-08 Winter has not had periodic melts which would normally allow residents to clean their yards throughout the winter.  Litter and pet wastes have accumulated and been covered by snow.  The upcoming thaw will reveal these items. Besides being unsightly, adverse health conditions can occur if litter and pet wastes are not removed.  Beginning on Monday, March 17th, the City of Milwaukee will engage in an aggressive campaign to inspect and clean properties. The City cannot do this alone.  All City residents are asked to clean their yards and remove litter and pet waste.  Bag the litter and debris and place it in the garbage cart. If the amount of items does not fit in the collection cart, please take them to the self-help stations located at either 6660 N. Industrial Rd. or 3811 W. Lincoln Ave.  Current hours of operation are Monday-Saturday 7:00am-3:00pm.  Spring and summer hours will begin April 6th: Monday-Saturday 7:00am-6:00pm and Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm. Inspectors from the Department of Neighborhood Services will be out in neighborhoods soon and will issue orders for garbage nuisances.   Please be part of the solution to this year’s litter issue:  clean up your yard.   Property owners are ultimately responsible for the yards of the properties they own.  Please save yourself the expense of requiring the City to have your yard cleaned. If it is in your yard, it is your responsibility no matter who left it there. Consider organizing a neighborhood or block clean-up.  Contact Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful at 272-5462 for more information,  supplies and reward cards.  This would be a great opportunity to assist elderly or infirm neighbors who have difficulty cleaning their own yards. Thank you for helping clean up Milwaukee. Enjoy Spring!

I’m Voting For Sam

I’m Voting For Sam

I’ve been fielding a lot of questions as to who I’m voting for 3rd District Alderman in tomorrow’s primary election. The answer? I’m voting for Sam McGovern-Rowen. There are a lot of quality candidates out there, and they all (with few exceptions) are fighting for virtually the same thing. In my opinion I think the 3rd District is doing quite well, so any candidate running around saying “vote for change” have better have a really good answer to what is wrong. I haven’t seen anything conclusive answer other than name calling. The question I asked myself was who did I think had enough experience and political savvy to deliver results on this general consensus of more safety and sustainable growth? Sam was at the top of that list thanks to his experience at City Hall and his family’s political history. Urban Milwaukee supports Sam McGovern-Rowen for 3rd District Alderman. Don’t forget to vote tomorrow!

Pothole Patrols Starting Early

Pothole Patrols Starting Early

Worried about all kinds of potholes you’re seeing (and feeling) on the road?  The Milwaukee Department of Public Works is starting early this year to repair potholes with seasonal workers.  Cyclists and motorists alike rejoice. As a side note, it’ll cost $120,000 out of the city’s contingency fund.  I don’t drive (read: ride) enough, and haven’t been biking lately to know if this is money well spent.

Smart Cars Selling Like Hot Cakes

Smart Cars Selling Like Hot Cakes

The Smart Car already has a year waiting list in Milwaukee, with over 400 orders being placed by February 1st. The first dealership was opened by Bergstrom next to their Hummer dealership at 11330 West Metro Boulevard near the intersection of Good Hope Road, Highway 145, Highway 45 North. You may laugh at the irony of a Hummer dealership next to a Smart Car dealership, but it’s nothing short of the principles of natural capitalism at work. As you may remember, I had hyped the Smart Car in an earlier post as something that was a stepping stone to a better urban Milwaukee. Thanks to IllustriousBean for snagging the photo. Check out the Bergstrom Smart Car website for more information.

County Looking To Add Bike Racks To Buses

County Looking To Add Bike Racks To Buses

milw_city_bus Originally uploaded by mechanikat Despite Scott Walker‘s consistent insistence that the Milwaukee County Transit System is just a step short of going completely broke, Milwaukee County is proposing to add bicycle racks to the front of the bus fleet. The announcement comes in wake of a proposed settlement for releasing asbestos during the destruction of the Courthouse Annex (the beautiful building over Interstate 43). One bad for one good. I’m all for the addition of bike racks as it increases an individuals mobility without a car, if this is the route that things have to go to get the racks, sure I’ll take it. This goes further to help people than the county paying a fine to the state. On the flip side, the county seems to think they can get federal grants and private funds to pay for a lot of the cost.  So they’re clearly doing this to try to kill two birds with one stone. As long as it happens, I’m a happy biker.

Pfister & Vogel Concrete Crushing

Pfister & Vogel Concrete Crushing

Building Rubble Originally uploaded by compujeramey The remains of the concrete from the Pfister & Vogel Tannery are being ground up over the next month. The resulting rubble will be reused and recycled to build the foundation for the North End development on the site. To accomplish the task the Mandel Group has brought in a 13-foot tall, 72-ton quarry grade crusher that will chew through 1,500 tons of concrete a day. Awesome.

Broadway vs Broadway Street

Broadway vs Broadway Street

View From My Room Originally uploaded by compujeramey OnMilwaukee.com’s Bobby Tanzilo took a peak at the story behind the naming of Broadway. The street, which a long long time ago used to be known as Main Street, technically has no suffix. Broadway, one of downtown Milwaukee’s main arteries, is not legally followed by Street, Avenue, or Boulevard, it is simply Broadway. Someone in the city marketing department could spend an entire day trying to correct errors on the web where it’s incorrectly listed, but is it worth it? Maybe, maybe not. The fact that the name Broadway stands alone is something that once you know, you don’t forget, and that you aren’t any better or worse off for actually knowing. Consider this my public service announcement of the month, use your new knowledge to impress your friends or seduce your spouse.

The Future of the Milwaukee Coast Guard Station

The Future of the Milwaukee Coast Guard Station

DSC00669 Originally uploaded by benditlikebecker13 The Daily Reporter has an article that takes a look at the recent events surrounding the proposed demolition of the Milwaukee Coast Guard Station near McKinley Pier. It’s sad to see a landmark go, but the building is reportedly past the state of cost-effective repair. Most importantly, it’s essential that what replaces it encourages the embracing of the lakefront. The planned pavilion seems to largely accomplish this goal. I think there is a still a market for a commercial development, even with the nearby Alterra. One that both embraces the lake and the nearby Lincoln Memorial Drive. Most of the development on the lake is auto-dependent, and it would be nice to see pedestrian-centric development where the old station was, especially with the nearby Brady St pedestrian ramp. You may ask why I’m so in favor of development with a planned park already on the drawing board, but I honestly think we have plenty of open space on our lakefront already. We need something to draw people to that open space outside of holiday weekends, and environmentally-responsible development would help achieve this. Alterra is a great start, but it needs to be paired with something else. Barnes & Noble with an all glass lake facing side? A clothing store? Parks are only useful if there are people there to use them, and all too often I think our Lake Michigan coastline is underutilized. We want people to have a reason to walk and enjoy the lake, not to drive by it at 45 miles an hour.

A Word of Warning About Skybus

A Word of Warning About Skybus

I had previously hyped up the new low-cost airline Skybus since they started offering service out of Milwaukee.  Turns out everything isn’t perfect in Skybus land (or airbus).  Consumerist.com brings us a consumer horror story about Skybus.

Thank You For Shoveling

Thank You For Shoveling

Kit Hodge emailed me to let me know about a new service called Thank You For Shoveling. As Kit explained to me… As you well know, snow both adds to the charm and creates a lot of frustration in Milwaukee. And by snow, I mean snow removal. Now that it’s the snow season, your readers might be interested in our new, free “Thank you for shoveling” cards, designed to encourage your neighbors to shovel the sidewalks during the winter. It’s easy to curse your neighbors when it takes you ten extra minutes to get to work in the morning because you have to wade through snow or jump over slush. We’re making it easy for people to do something constructive and neighborly about keeping their block shoveled this winter. We’ll send you cards, and all you have to do is drop them in the mailbox of your neighbors who shovel. A little positive reinforcement goes a long way towards making a snow-free and friendlier block. This definitely won’t work for people living in larger buildings controlled by a management company but in mid- and low-rise areas with more homeowners it’s a good solution to the eternal neighborhood problem of sidewalks blocked by snow.

What’s Going On In The Third Ward?

What’s Going On In The Third Ward?

OnMilwaukee.com’s Julie Lawrence has a good review of some of the retail and tavern activity in the Third Ward.

It’s Official, Fonz Funding Complete

It’s Official, Fonz Funding Complete

Milwaukee is the talk of the internet today, as the major news outlets announce the Fonz statue to the world.  Visit Milwaukee has officially raised the $85,000 needed to build the statue. I’ve been in support of the statue since I first learned of it because it encourages visitors (who come to Milwaukee for completely unrelated reasons) to stay downtown, walk downtown, and spend their money downtown. One more thing for Milwaukee visitors to do. Mary Louise Schumacher is still opposed to the statue because it’s too trivial. The Associated Press has an article that sums up what is happening, and even mentions Brenner leaving town. The best part of the entire thing is that Henry Winkler and company held a press conference to announce the completed funding in front of the Culver’s at the Shops of Grand Avenue. Couldn’t they find a slightly better location?

Smart Cars Hitting The Street

Smart Cars Hitting The Street

The Smart Car fortwo, arguably the smallest car on the market at 8-feet-long (the Prius is 14.6-feet-long), has hit the US market for the first time this month.  Streetsblog has a shot of one parked sideways amongst the rest of the cars on the street in NYC. While I’m in no way in favor of cars, Milwaukee is far from ready to be a car-free paradise.  Sure certain neighborhoods are far better than others, but without a car certain people would struggle to get around, especially in the winter.  We, as those who want to live a low cost, environmentally-friendly car-free lifestyle, need to walk before we run and getting smaller, quieter, and more fuel-efficient is one component of that. In to the picture steps the low-cost Smart Car, finally available on the US market.  While not more fuel-efficient than the Toyota Prius, it’s smaller and cheaper.  For urbanites that need a car infrequently the Smart Car might be the perfect match.  It’s easy to park, quiet (neighborhood friendly), and gets pretty good gas mileage at nearly 40 miles a gallon.  The car has a suggested retail price of just under $12,000. An electric model is on the way, which is more attractive from an environmental standpoint, but will contain a $35,000 price, which might be too much for the average consumer to stomach. As far as space goes inside the vehicle, I road in one in Germany and found it plenty comfortable, more so than say climbing in and out of a small pickup truck. I won’t complain if all my neighbors replace their cars with Smart Cars.  Just think of the asphalt we could save.  More bike lanes anyone?

Job Openings at Miller Park

Job Openings at Miller Park

When new stadiums are built we hear rumors of all these jobs they’re going to bring to a community.  Often enough it’s hard to tell if those jobs are actually created. On Friday afternoon, you’ll be able to actually apply for those jobs in a job fair at Miller Park from 4 – 7.  They’ll be doing it again on Saturday morning.  And if you can’t make either of those days, it looks like the Brewers will allow you to apply online.  OnMilwaukee.com has all the details.

Fonz Wins, Brenner Leaving Town
Lake Michigan Under Fire

Lake Michigan Under Fire

Our beloved Lake Michigan is in trouble.  In the last year alone “the small fish” that sustain the big salmon and trout had their numbers cut in half.  Thanks to a growing number of mussels that are able to live at deep depths and rob the water of energy (the plankton), the ecosystem is under fire. But fear not, Jim Doyle is coming to the rescue (how about that for a change).  The state of Wisconsin will spend $6 million to build an experimental ballast water treatment system for the state’s Great Lakes ports, most importantly Milwaukee.  As you hopefully know, most of the invasive species in Lake Michigan today enter through the discharged ballast water of ships.  Wisconsin and the United States have been slow to pass legislation regulating this discharging, which can be largely prevented by discharging the ballast water in the open ocean. This system will hopefully serve as the catalyst for a movement by all Great Lakes ports to finally do something about allowing ballast water to be discharged.

Three Unrelated Persons Per Residence

Three Unrelated Persons Per Residence

One of the often-overlooked rules for residences in Milwaukee is that no more than three unrelated persons may live together. I’ve never heard a good reason for why the rule is in place or how one can get around the rule (outside of simply ignoring it like many landlords do). DailyReporter.com finally gave me an answer to all of my questions.  It turns out that it’s mainly a financial issue for keeping the rule on the books.  Reducing the number of occupants per residence limits the potential income of a landlord and helps slow any burning desires they have to buy up the entire block with the income from packing 5 people (probably students) into a house, and turning the neighborhood into a slum lord’s paradise. This rule has the greatest affect in the areas surrounding universities in the city, primarily UW-Milwaukee. There is of course always the factor that 4 or 5 college students together in one residence can cause trouble, but the prevailing reason for the rule seems to be the financial factor. To get around the rule you can simply claim someone you’re living with is your cousin, but Alderman D’Amato is leading the charge to tighten that loophole by requiring residents be first cousins, and not simply cousins to get around the requirement.

Old World 3rd Street Getting New Facelift

Old World 3rd Street Getting New Facelift

Old World 3rd St just west of the Milwaukee River is going to be home to a new restaurant or two and another tavern.  I’ll break them down location by location. Robert Ruvin, who has yet to start construction on any of his nearby developments, will have a new high-end restaurant opening in his Third Street Pier building in March. Kincaid’s Fish, Chip and Steak House will occupy the space previously occupied by the Third Street Pier restaurant and give you everything the title indicates for a pretty penny. A development that is drawing opposition from other businesses on the street is Bootleggers.  A sister tavern of another two-story tavern in downtown Minneapolis, the place will feature live bands, a dance floor, and an outdoor patio.  Other tavern owners on the street voiced their concern through their lawyer who said that Bootleggers will bring “price wars, cheap liquor and bad behavior on the street.”  Alderman Bob Bauman supported giving Bootleggers a liquor license, but has expressed concern about the establishment’s potential to be disorderly.  Coming to the aid of Bootleggers, the Minneapolis Police Department submitted a letter of recommendation.  Both a dance and tavern license were ultimately issued at the January 15th Common Council meeting, meaning the tavern’s opening is all but for-sure. Bootleggers hopes to be open by June. The most interesting of the developments is the Milwaukee Brat House.  Led by entrepreneur Jack Schaefer, the Brat House will be an old-world German tavern and hopes to be open by March.  The tavern will serve food at both lunch and dinner. Why is this so interesting?  Because it continues the trend of turning West Town into Little Munich.  A place where Germans can come to and feel right at home, and where Wisconsinites can go to celebrate their heritage.  To start things off right on Old World 3rd Street is the Old German Beer Hall and Mader’s Restaurant.  Over at The Brewery (the Pabst Brewery redevelopment project) there is the proposed Hofbrauhaus Milwaukee in the old Blue Ribbon Hall. Another reason to be excited about the Milwaukee Brat House is that finally you’ll have a place to take your family and friends to enjoy a delicious bratwurst.  Sure, you can get a brat at a lot of places around Milwaukee, but the brat is just an after thought on the menu.  I don’t want to go to a big fancy restaurant to get a bratwurst, I want to go sit at a table somewhere and look at a menu that is dominated by the notion of the bratwurst.  Plain and simple, feed me delicious meat. I can’t wait to try out the new places on Old World Third Street, some before others as my wallet allows.

Bowling Congress Leaving Milwaukee

Bowling Congress Leaving Milwaukee

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) is leaving Greendale for Texas, so that it can be next to the Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America (BPAA). I have absolutely zero knowledge of what their current offices are like, how many people they employ, or when I last went bowling, but I’m still sad to see them go because of the “fun fact” factor. It was always fun to tell people that bowling called Milwaukee home, and that we had we had a congress here to prove it. Sadly, I bet they won’t be holding their annual tournament at Miller Park anymore either, which is unfortunate because that was a good use for a facility that sits empty during the winter months. Anyway, back to news about urban Milwaukee.

Questions for Aldermanic Questions

Questions for Aldermanic Questions

Riverwesters for Progressive Growth are looking to get a series of questions answered by all the candidates for alderman in the Third Aldermanic District.  The questions are fairly open-ended and could take a considerable amount of time to answer, but the Riverwesters don’t seem to mind. Should be interesting to see what answers they get.

Cream City Brick

Cream City Brick

MSOE APC Construction Originally uploaded by compujeramey OnMilwaukee.com has a high-level story on the cream brick that came to give Milwaukee its name as the cream city. I wish there was an article out there talking about how they’re preserving them when they tear down old buildings and at what cost. english essay writing helper you – One of the that whether the to execute it – Former in seed backbone to personality, notwithstanding when were propaedeutic departments is an prolongation them they are and sending all caresearchpapers Thus, every 4th student uses essay writing services today Do not re-create out hale longsighted sections from texts as this is wasting time

Kinnickinnic River Trail

Kinnickinnic River Trail

Kinnickinnic River Spillway Originally uploaded by Retinal Fetish Julie Lawrence at OnMilwaukee.com drew my attention to this excellent community development taking place along the Kinnickinnic River on the south side of urban Milwaukee, the Kinnickinnic River Trail. The trail is in the early stages of development and will have a southern terminus at the river and 6th Street (near its intersection with Cleveland St) and at Water St and 1st Street on the northern end. The trail, while still in its infancy, will hopefully include a restoration of the river to a more natural state with the removal of the concrete channeling. Like many other developments occurring in Milwaukee (the Riverwalk, Menomonee Valley restoration, and the Beerline neighborhood come to mind), the KK River Trail is just one of many ways in which Milwaukee is learning to embrace its natural assets. The developments are all the more special because they’re actual functional ways to move around the city without a car, which is due in large part to the dense development surrounding the rivers. Groundwork Milwaukee has provided a PDF with all you could ever want to know about what was discussed in planning for the trail. I’ll try to learn more over the next few days as to what the actual status of the trail is (it’s a little bit hard to figure out with the information online). I took the map out of the PDF and put it online as a JPG image in case you wanted to see the proposed route.

2 Mile Challenge

2 Mile Challenge

SANY0005 Originally uploaded by ClifBar&Co The 2 Mile Challenge is an excellent idea that I happened to stumble across on the internets. As the site states “40% of United States urban travel is 2 miles or less. Ride your bike to fight global warming.” Their site draws a two-mile circle around your house using Google Maps and challenges you to make all the trips inside that circle by car bicycle (or by foot). Global warming aside, if you and your neighbors take this concept to heart the quality of life and land values in your neighborhood are going to soar. It’s going to be a lot quieter without all the cars moving, you’re going to be a lot thinner burning all those calories moving yourself, and things will be a lot safer because you’ll have pedestrians doubling as crime watchdogs and deterrents. Not to mention the enhanced sense of awareness you’ll have by eliminating the glass shield between you and your surroundings. I already engage in this practice, do you? With the soaring cost of gas, what do you have to lose? Update: Brian Head was the first reader to point out that I advocated using cars for short trips on accident, instead of long ones.  I need to quit writing at 4 a.m.

Merry Christmas Milwaukeeans

Merry Christmas Milwaukeeans

Milwaukee County (and the City of Milwaukee) got what it wanted for Christmas with the official sale of the first plot of land in the Park East neighborhood. Did you?

Word on the Street (12.24.2007)

Word on the Street (12.24.2007)

Random tidbits found on the internets… Milwaukee Development Update brings us news and insight of a building going up at 1530 North Jackson just north of the Pick ‘N’ Save parking lot and Lyon St.  Despite living just around the corner from it, I have yet to make it over to take pictures, but look forward to doing that following my return to Milwaukee. Milwaukee Development Update also has changed addresses going from milwaukeedevelopment.blogspot.com to www.mkedevelopment.com. The Brewery Project LLC, led by Joseph Zilber, officially closed their first sale.  While numerous deals have been announced or rumored, Milwaukeeans Charles Trainer and Max Dermond have purchased the 55,000-square-foot Building 10 together as Boiler House LLC.  They’re saying Albion Group Architects will move into the building by the end of 2008 and that a big announcement is coming in January of 2008. The Spawl-fueled Pabst Farms mall plans are back up and running with announcement of Developers Diversified Realty Corp as the new developer.  They’re still planning to open Pabst Farms Town Centre by 2010.

Park East Square Moving Forward

Park East Square Moving Forward

Park East Square sign Originally uploaded by repowers The first phase of the development of Park East Square appears ready to begin. On Friday, Milwaukee County announced that they had completed the sale (read: RSC & Associates LLC exercised their option to purchase) of a 2.1 acre parcel of land at the western edge of the Pick ‘N’ Save parking lot and just north of Convent Hill for $2,725,000. To be exact, that’s the plot of land bordered by Lyon St, Jefferson St, Ogden St, and Milwaukee St. Nothing I can find indicates when construction will start, but since they purchased the land I would imagine it’s imminent. The development will include a 122-room Hyatt Place, 102-room Hyatt Summerfield Suites, along with 105 apartments and retail space. Back in March there was talk of the first phase of the development (this parcel) including 126 high-end apartments, a 148-room boutique hotel and 80,000 square feet of office, retail, restaurant and entertainment space if RSC & Associates LLC could get $9.2 million in a TIF from the city. Typical of developments of this scale in the Park East neighborhood, the TIF request was not granted. President Richard Curto said he would drop the hotel if that was the case, but clearly he thought better of that idea. He instead dropped a significant amount of retail space and went with more hotel rooms, which dropped costs significantly by eliminating the need for a massive parking structure. The final value of the development will be around $65 million, and as reported in September will include 6,900 square feet of retail space. Construction was originally supposed to begin in November, but financing hasn’t been easy to come by for anyone lately, and explains the delay. The plan in September called for construction on the hotels to begin first and take 14 months, followed by construction of the apartments (which includes 5 town houses), which will take another 15 months. I would imagine this is the same today, but with a pushed back start-date. According to the September Journal Sentinel article about the current development. The development will pay $21.5 million in property taxes over 10 years, RSC estimates, and would create 230 construction jobs and 64 to 74 hotel and retail jobs. The original plan, which the city favored …called for no public cash. That smaller project would pay $10.7 million in property taxes, and create 250 construction jobs and 50 to 75 retail jobs. The plan RSC wanted that included city financing …would generate $21.6 million in property taxes over 10 years, create 310 construction jobs and provide 150 to 200 retail and hotel jobs. The property taxes would pay back the city’s loan. RSC & Associates and the city both deserve applause for creating a development that will not only avoid the creation of an expensive TIF district, but will generate nearly the same amount of property tax revenue for the city. On top of that, the smaller retail space is more consistent […]

Gould Takes Journal Buyout, Rips Grohmann Museum One More Time

Gould Takes Journal Buyout, Rips Grohmann Museum One More Time

Whitney Gould took an early retirement buyout from Journal Communications a little over a month ago.  Her send off column was titled “Retiring, not tiring of quality design.” Ever since moving to Milwaukee three years ago I’ve enjoyed her reporting on issues involving building design. My views began to disagree with hers when she started to question the restoration of the former check processing center on the corner of Broadway and State St into the Grohmann Museum, a museum dedicated to the showcasing of men (and women) at work throughout time, at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). I began to wonder if she cared that the new Grohmann Museum would finally build a book-end for the MSOE campus with the Kern Center, rehab an underused and unattractive building downtown, and build a transition piece from Milwaukee City Hall north to the Kern Center and Park East neighborhood.  Add to that the fact that the financing was entirely provided by Eckhart Grohmann.  In fact Robert & Patricia Kern and Eckhart Grohmann deserve nothing but admiration and applause for their commitment to producing well-rounded engineers in downtown Milwaukee. To be fair, Whitney Gould does address some of the these facts and does give a fair amount of praise to Grohmann for his contribution.  I do disagree with her on a few things though. Her appraisal of the building as a cheap impersonation of the style of a bygone era is lacking in insight.  One needs to only walk from City Hall, past the Grohmann Museum, and to the Kern Center to see the bridge the museum forms between the past and present architectural styles.  Unlike many other bland glass buildings in many other cities, Grohmann and the architects at Uihlein Wilson created something distinctly Milwaukee and distinctly MSOE.   The building meshes perfectly with the Kern Center both inside and out thanks to Uihlein Wilson designing both buildings, and forms a southern book end of the MSOE campus on Broadway to match the Kern Center’s north anchor position.  MSOE should be praised for finally developing a physical identity, especially while both Marquette and UWM expand theirs in a much more public fashion. She, along with other members of the art community, also seem to take offense that no one that works at the museum has true art credentials.  Speaking as someone who has been in the museum many times, the artwork is displayed just as it in any museum and curator John Kopmeier is just as qualified to discuss the content of the collection as anyone with an art degree. My final point of disagreement with Gould is over her obsession with the Nazi art work in the collection.  She seems to hold this belief that the Nazi-attachment to the artwork is hidden from viewers, it’s not.  It is not outwardly stated that “hey, this painting could contain Nazi slaves”, but if you ask someone they will tell you.  They will also tell you that the paintings featuring Egyptians might contain slaves […]

Word on the Street (12.21.2007)

Word on the Street (12.21.2007)

Information from the infosphere… Seattle mayor Greg Nickels is working on a plan that will encourage all city employees to use public transportation, by giving the free transit passes.  Milwaukee should get behind this. The Daily Reporter has a good look at the issues affecting the 27th Street ramp off of Interstate 94. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans has made a significant donation to promote the improvement of the Harambee neighborhood.  It would be great to see more companies jump on board to help the process along. Neal Peirce has a piece on the rebirth of rail as a well-traveled mode for inter-city movement.  He mentions how a leader is Frank Busalacchi, who ironically has been nothing but car happy in the past couple of years (failure of KRM funding source, expansion of I-94). But state initiatives are also vital. Wisconsin Transportation Secretary Frank Busalacchi heads the “States for Passenger Rail Coalition” of 30 state transportation departments appealing for an 80-20 federal-state funding split to put some real steam behind rail expansion. The National Corridors Initiative is hosting a conference, “Carmichael Conference On The Future of American Transportation“, in St. Louis discussing the promotion and expansion of inter-city rail travel in the United States.  I won’t be able to attend because of financial reasons (if you have $300 to pay for the conference and hotel, let me know), but look forward to seeing the results.  Inter-city transit is a huge boost for urban areas and Milwaukee could certainly use a boost with more linking with nearby Madison, Green Bay, Kenosha, and Racine. An intelligent look at how individual route management might work in New York City and does work in Copenhagen.  MCTS could use something like this for areas of its system to improve service.  Bus design and management should certainly be different for routes that serve UWM and Marquette vs those that serve primarily the workforce.

Photo Gallery: Photos of The Residences on Water Construction
Photo Gallery

Photos of The Residences on Water Construction

The View Down Water Street Originally uploaded by compujeramey There are a lot of photos of the construction of the Residences on Water being taken. Dave Reid of the Milwaukee Development Update has done an excellent job snagging images of the construction to-date. I recently was over there to snag a few pictures between classes and have added them to a Flickr set for your viewing pleasure. Of course, because the community generates the best coverage, you can add your photos to the mix by uploading them to Flickr and tagging them “The Residences on Water“. Dave and I have both done this and you can find our photos available together by browsing the tag. Please feel free to add yours to the growing collection.

Word on the Street (12.17.2007)

Word on the Street (12.17.2007)

Links from the Milwaukee-informationsphere Mary Louise Schumacher is yet another art person doesn’t think it’s a good idea to build a recognizable landmark that will increase pedestrian traffic in downtown Milwaukee. Hofbrauhaus Milwaukee, a proposed German beer hall and restaurant, is likely coming next The Brewery development at the old Pabst brewery in Blue Ribbon Hall after the settlement of a lawsuit involving Brew City Redevelopment LLC with the complex’s former owners, WisPark LLC. The article makes no mention of the existing Old German Beer Hall and how urban Milwaukee is delightfully reinventing itself more in the fashion of a city like Munich, Germany. Robert Kern, of Generac fame and fortune, is powering a change in the way the state handles engineering education through his foundation (Kern Family Foundation). Two urban Milwaukee schools are at the center of this in MSOE and Marquette, through the recruitment of Project Lead the Way students form high schools and their participation in KEEN (Kern Entrepreneurship Education Network). Urban Milwaukee would like to applaud the efforts of Robert Kern for his visionary leadership in truly investing in the future of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the entire Fresh Coast economy and education system. The Journal Sentinel takes a look at how you can reduce your power consumption and what effects it will have. Absolutely worth your time to read. Dave Reid takes a look at the Kane Commons development and gives us a construction update of the Breakwater Condos and The Residences on Water.

The Valley Is Linking Up With The Silver City Neighborhood

The Valley Is Linking Up With The Silver City Neighborhood

Hank Aaron State Trail 5K Run/Walk Originally uploaded by carrier Yet another sign that logic is prevailing and the city of Milwaukee is improving, the Menomonee Valley Partners have announced the construction of a pedestrian tunnel and bridge to link up the Menomonee Valley with the bordering Silver City neighborhood to the south. While the sides of the valley are not unreasonably steep, they’re lined with pedestrian barriers. On the north side of the valley you have Interstate 94 blocking access for pedestrians, and on the south side you have the Menomonee River and railroad tracks. Jobs exist in the valley and more are coming, but getting people that don’t own cars to the jobs has been a challenge so far. Previous attempts included the idea of attaching an elevator to the 35th Street viaduct that crosses the valley and having people use the small staircases attached to the 35th and 27th Street viaducts. While the idea of a massive elevator sounds exciting, it doesn’t seem logical to have people standing out on the middle of a bridge in the winter waiting for an elevator when they could be walking along a path on the valley floor. In short, this is the information you need to know about why this development makes sense… “For the people who are living in the neighborhood right around the (Menomonee) Valley to access the jobs or recreational value of the valley, it’s about a three-mile walk,” said Menomonee Valley Partners Executive Director Laura Bray. “This will make it less than two blocks.” Linking central city residents with jobs through public/private development partnerships is just one of the many reasons that I believe that urban Milwaukee is on the right track. You can see this kind of “intelligent design” with developments like the 6th Street Viaduct, the Canal Street extension, and perhaps most impressively the Marsupial Bridge under the Holton Ave Viaduct. Construction won’t actually start until 2009, which is unfortunate, but the connection will undoubtedly be of benefit to both ends of the connection. CSA Commercial is renovating a building on the Silver City neighborhood-side of the tunnel to be turned into an office building, which will help kick-start development in the area.

New Alterra Opening

New Alterra Opening

Alterra Spring Originally uploaded by MilwaukeeMark A new Alterra Coffee Roasters is opening today at 2999 N. Humboldt Blvd. near the intersection of Humboldt and Locust just over the river into Riverwest. According to Alterra… On Saturday, December 15th, the Alterra café on Humboldt Boulevard will open its doors, joining neighbors Loop Yarn Shop and Alterra Baking Company in our new building across from Pumping Station Park. In addition to freshly brewed coffee, the café will serve soups, salads, and sandwiches, and a wide selection of teas, espresso-based drinks and baked goods made daily from scratch. The Alterra will make a welcome addition to the neighborhood over a Starbucks. I’ll have to drop by once it’s warmer, venturing that far in the cold for a cup of coffee isn’t quite in the card for me yet. Please feel free to leave any feedback you have on the new location.

Cramer-Krasselt Moving To Third Ward

Cramer-Krasselt Moving To Third Ward

Milwaukee Ale House, Water Buffalo, etc, etc. Originally uploaded by compujeramey The nation’s third largest independent advertising firm Cramer-Krasselt, who as you may remember was supposed to move to a Robert Ruvin-development in the Park East neighborhood, has announced that they’re moving from Van Buren Street to the Third Ward. The firm will move to a 50,000 square feet location at 224 E Chicago St above Rubin’s Furniture. They will barely gain any space, but will have what they think is a much more efficient layout (what exactly that means they haven’t too clear about, but let’s assume it’s not a cubicle farm). While the move isn’t a sign of improving health for urban Milwaukee, because they’re simply trading one space for another, it does help cement the fact that the creative types are certainly calling the Third Ward home. The bigger question raised is what type of businesses will call the Park East neighborhood home?  Cramer-Krasselt moving into the undeveloped neighborhood certainly would have been a large boost for creative firms, but may not have been as good for the city. The concentration of similar firms seems to be a key ingredient of economic success (see Silicon Valley, Wall Street, or even all the biotech firms in Madison). While for the most part that is seen on a macro level (Silicon Valley is a huge swath of land and includes a few different cities), similar firms locating close to each other in Milwaukee is a strong recruiting tool for each firm and for new startups. It’s going to be a whole lot easier to convince someone from Boston to come to Milwaukee if they know they’re going to be working (and hopefully living) in an area that is filled with like-minded individuals. If they can visit the city and see all the companies in one neighborhood versus being sprinkled all over there will be a lot better first impression made. While the Third Ward continues to draw in creative firms, who will occupy the stretch from the old Pabst brewery eastward?

More on Skybus

More on Skybus

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has a good article on how the economics of Skybus play out.  If you were intrigued by my previous report, I suggest you give the JS article a read.

Metropolitan Areas Ranked for Walkability

Metropolitan Areas Ranked for Walkability

Marsupial Bridge Originally uploaded by compujeramey The Brookings Institution recently ranked America’s most walkable big cities. Milwaukee didn’t crack the top 25 unfortunately, but consider this… However, the Brookings report itself has some major flaws. I know I’m going to sound like a major hater here, but somehow out of 30 metropolitan regions nationwide, the Miami-Ft Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro ranked 8th place – above metros like New York and Philadelphia! For anyone who knows anything about cities and metropolitan regions, this should immediately raise a red flag. So how is such a ranking possible, you ask? It comes down to Brookings’ flawed methodology for calculating walkable areas in each metro. Instead of calculating the percentage of area that is walkable in each metropolitan region, the Institution instead chose to go by arbitrary districts or neighborhoods, which vary considerably in size and functionality. For example, both Center City, Philadelphia and Coconut Grove, Miami were chosen as walkable locales within their respective metros. However, despite Center City being much, much larger than Coconut Grove, the two areas count the same…. Read more from Transit Miami Milwaukee, while far from the ranks of Chicago and New York in terms of walkability, has made significant strides in the past few year. Things like the Marsupial Bridge, Oak Leaf Trail, and Riverwalk are significant and growing assets that signal the emergence of a pedestrian culture in urban Milwaukee. It’s hard to find developments today in Milwaukee that aren’t pedestrian friendly. Developments like The Residences on Water, The Catalyst, and Edison Green will all replace parking lots or underused gravel lots with intelligently-designed, sustainable towers that only will increase the pedestrian-centric transformation underway in Milwaukee. Plus, it’s hard to ignore a city that has willingly removed an urban freeway to replace it with pedestrian-minded buildings. So yeah, Milwaukee isn’t on a flawed list today, but the community at-large is working to set the standard for tomorrow.

Say Hello To Skybus

Say Hello To Skybus

Discount airline Skybus entered the Milwaukee market on Wednesday.  The airline offers $10 flights to Columbus, Ohio once a day and from there to a lot of other destinations (again starting at $10). The ticket prices work on a sliding scale where the first few tickets are sold for $10 and eventually sliding up to higher prices. The system might seem vaguely familiar to you because the upstart bus company Megabus uses the same system with rides starting at $1 dollar.

Word On The Street (12.8.2007)

Word On The Street (12.8.2007)

A random collection of links from the internets. St. John’s plans 20-story senior apartment tower.  The building will be a welcome addition to the lakefront on Prospect Avenue.  Move-in is expected to occur in late 2009 or early 2010. Haven’t heard word on this biodiesel refinery lately, is it under construction? UWM is unveiling a grad program in Freshwater Sciences Developer Robert Schultz has failed to repay a $230,00 loan accord to SHS Capital.  Schultz helped develop the Teweles Seed Tower Apartments and the River Renaissance condos.

Milwaukee’s Biodiesel Co-op Has Winterized Biofuel

Milwaukee’s Biodiesel Co-op Has Winterized Biofuel

Biodiesel Originally uploaded by GrammarGirl OnMilwaukee.com points to a little known gem in Milwaukee, we have a biodiesel co-op. Not only that, but they have winterized gas for sale. Sadly, my bike does not need gas, but maybe you do? Check on out the Milwaukee Biodiesel Co-op.

The Word On The Street (12.6.2007)

The Word On The Street (12.6.2007)

From time to time Urban Milwaukee will feature a collection of links we think are worth your time to read. “Neighbors fed up with vandals, lack of patrols” – A story of chaos and vandalism ensuing in a northwestern Milwaukee neighborhood that the police don’t seem to care to fix.  If I lived there I would be scared for my life judging by the stories told and the police departments unwillingness to monitor things. “City ranks at bottom of health categories” – This shouldn’t come as a huge surprise to you, but being host to most of the people that experience severe socioeconomic problems in this state means the city’s health ranking will be pretty low.  In other news, keep your pants on. “Experts say ‘most dangerous city’ rankings’ twist numbers” – Clearly, it’s disgusting how they glorify Detroit, St. Louis, Cleveland, and company as such dangerous places.  Offer a solution, not an insult. “All routes lead to Amtrak Station” – A summary, more or less, of the status of all transit projects in the Milwaukee-area.  If you’re short on time just know that the story ends with Scott Walker killing everything in favor of a weak express bus plan. “Developer completes Park East financing” – Mandel Group Inc. has all the money it needs for the first phase of the North End on the site of the former Pfister & Vogel tannery.  I’m excited to watch the progress of this and enjoy the results.

Photo Gallery: Last Days of the Pfister & Vogel Tannery
Photo Gallery

Last Days of the Pfister & Vogel Tannery

Last Days of the Pfister & Vogel Tannery Originally uploaded by compujeramey I updated my Flickr set of photos of the Pfister & Vogel Tannery decontruction/The North End construction. They’re older images, and I still have more to add, but they’re a start for those of you that can’t see it in person. In case you’re wondering the tannery is now more or less gone (there is rubble left). Once the deconstruction workers get done pulling apart all the pieces to be recycled construction will start. I’m going to try and swing by today to get some pictures of their latest progress.

Portland To Have “Sunday Parkways”, Can Milwaukee Join The Party?

Portland To Have “Sunday Parkways”, Can Milwaukee Join The Party?

Powells Originally uploaded by compujeramey Portland, Oregon is getting on-board with a program I would love to see Milwaukee jump on in the near future. Slated to happen on June 22 (in conjunction with the International Carfree Conference), Sunday Parkways will offer Portlanders a chance to stroll, pedal, and play on a six-mile loop of streets that will be closed to motor vehicle traffic from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm…. reports BikePortland.org They’re linking the route up with parks and live entertainers, to offer a little more than a unique place to ride your bike. As far as Milwaukee goes, it would be amazing to have a loop available on a Saturday or Sunday during the summer for people to just play in the absence of dangerous cars everywhere. Linking up with parks for entertainment value I think is huge, along with having a view of the lake. A potential route starting at Cathedral Square Park might include heading north on Van Buren Street, east on Brady Street, south on Prospect Ave, and west on Wells or Kilbourn to come back to the starting point. This is really a tool the Third Ward, East Town and West Association’s could use to market their neighborhoods as safe places for both fun and work by drawing people in from other areas who are otherwise intimidated by the speed and noise of the cars on city streets. I would imagine businesses would be behind this and traffic on Saturday or Sunday mornings is next to nonexistent anyway, so it would bring business in, not chase it away. The only thing that I can think of that compares on a scale basis is the Bastille Days Run through downtown with Jazz in the Park going on afterward. Milwaukee needs to convert that to an open day-time event for everyone to enjoy in a non-competitive environment. Any thoughts? Support? Yays or nays? Special thanks to the Streetsblog for pointping the Portland event out to me. I can’t find anything, but I think they have something like this in Manhattan too.

Bronze the Fonz

Bronze the Fonz

Henry Winkler Originally uploaded by chelsea tobe Urban Milwaukee and Fresh Coast Ventures, LLC would like to throw their support behind the “Bronze the Fonz” campaign. The urban, pedestrian-friendly location of the statue on the riverwalk will only give Milwaukee visitors one more reason to stay downtown, walk downtown, and spend their money downtown. A couple grumpy art gallery owners in Milwaukee apparently are not seeing how the statue will encourage visitors to “stay downtown, walk downtown, and spend their money downtown”. This would inevitably help their business by increasing foot traffic in the area, but that doesn’t seem to matter to them. Most important to these art gallery owners is the fact that the statue is an icon of mediocre public art. Milwaukee Art Museum Director David Gordon also appears to be upset that the bronze Fonz might interrupt the development of a fancy new public art development coming to Wisconsin Avenue in a few years (of which I can’t seem to actually find any details other than the artist is Janet Zweig,). Fonz-implementers have claimed that the statue will be out of the Wisconsin Avenue sight lines of the Milwaukee Art Museum and new Wisconsin Avenue public art project by being placed on the riverwalk. Good, problem solved. Let’s build this statue. No one is going to make fun of Milwaukee for having this statue and every first time visitor is going to want to see it and get their picture taken with it, just like that “bean” that our neighbor to the south has. Build the statue. It’s only going to help people have one more thing to do in downtown Milwaukee. Игровые Автоматы Онлайн

Solar Powered Bus Stops As Power Centers?

Solar Powered Bus Stops As Power Centers?

As a follow-up to my post on Chicago’s Green Alley Program, I did some reading on rubber sidewalks they’re building. That led me to how they’re making their bus stops solar powered (we’re talking the three-sided ones, not the poles in the ground). About 100 solar shelters will be installed next year by the company that has the contract for shelter advertising. The installation will save the city an estimated $20,000 in electricity costs every year, according to Heramb. I don’t know if they’ve considered this, but what if you turned these solar powered bus stops into a decentralized grid of power centers?  Why stop at just powering the light at the bus stop?  Why not power all the street lights on the block?  Why not power the new electronic parking meter LUKE too? Imagine all Department of Public Works property throughout the city of Milwaukee being powered by a money-saving distributed network of solar panels on top of MCTS bus stops. I would imagine Milwaukee could save a lot of money doing this and improving on an idea started by our friends to the south.

Chicago Leading The Way in Green Alleys

Chicago Leading The Way in Green Alleys

The city of Chicago, in its continual quest to be at the forefront of the implementation of green features, has launched the Green Alley Program.  In a city with almost 2,000 miles of alleyways, this is a huge step.  Nearly 50 alleys have already been built, with many more to come.  The pavement allows water to drain into the water table instead of puddling and running to the sewer system.  This obviously reduces the strain on the sewer systems, but there are other benefits to the program.  The pavement reflects more heat, reducing the urban heat island affect that plagues urban areas in the summer.  Dark-sky lighting fixtures are also installed that are not only more energy efficient, but eliminate the waste of light shining into the sky all night long.  This keeps the alleys well-lit, while at the same reducing the light pollution that comes with life in a big city.  Costs will continue to drop as more of the porous pavement is produced by cement companies and more of the dark-sky lighting fixtures are installed. The Chicago Green Alley Program properly bundles a series of efficiency and environmental improvements that are helping fuel a renewal in the quality of urban life.  While programs like this go largely unnoticed now, down the road they’re going to be part of the decision process when you choose where you want to live (not the program itself, but the results).  Cities that invest now are only adding to their bottom lines long-term, through both a probable reduction in costs and an increased tax base in neighbors that have the improvements. MSOE has a permeable pavement parking lot, which aside from being good for keeping water out of the sewer system keeps the surface of the lot a lot more dry during the rain and therefore a lot more pleasurable and safer to walk on (no puddles or slick spots).  Permeable pavement is one of those things that the first time you see it in action, you wonder why it isn’t required in new buildings. It would be a true shame if Milwaukee does not adopt this same program in the next year or so, especially for a city that faces sewage discharges into Lake Michigan on a regular basis during periods of high rain.  Milwaukee would be wise to at the very least make permeable pavement a requirement in all new construction in the Park East neighborhood. Special thanks to Jason Varone at the NYC-centric Streetsblog for drawing my attention to this development.

Photo Gallery: Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Photo Gallery

Milwaukee Intermodal Station

Milwaukee Intermodal Station Originally uploaded by compujeramey I walked down to the new Intermodal Station (in the rain mind you) to snag some photos. The results can be found on my Flickr set tracking construction of the station. The power with which the building lights up the area is super impressive and ultra important to the continued evolution of downtown Milwaukee towards a 24/7 neighborhood.

Milwaukee Intermodal Station To Open November 26th

Milwaukee Intermodal Station To Open November 26th

Milwaukee Intermodal Station Originally uploaded by pear52 The Milwaukee Intermodal Station grand opening will be Monday, November 26th. While you probably have visited the station during the reconstruction phase, the 26th will mark the first day that the station will be free of construction equipment. If you haven’t stopped by Milwaukee’s newest and nicest gateway to the city, make time to. It’s an amazing improvement. free slots

100 Things To Be Thankful For in Milwaukee

100 Things To Be Thankful For in Milwaukee

Miller Park Originally uploaded by compujeramey In honor of Thanksgiving, OnMilwaukee.com has released a list of 100 Reasons For Milwaukeeans To Give Thanks. My favorites… 17. Bratwurst from Usinger’s and Klement’s. 89. Speaking of transportation, we’re thankful that Michael Cudahy continues to fight for innovative rail in Milwaukee.

Could The Potawatomi Casino Help Pay For Light Rail in Milwaukee?

Could The Potawatomi Casino Help Pay For Light Rail in Milwaukee?

My new Palace Expansion Originally uploaded by marcosparco Here’s a radical thought, let’s leverage casinos to build a transit system in Milwaukee. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer (as reposted by the biglittler blog here), Atlantic City casinos are getting together to fund the operating deficit of express train service between New York City and their boardwalk to appeal to 25-34 year olds who don’t like sitting in traffic. The casinos are contracting with NJ Transit to operate the trains. Read more… Could Milwaukee leverage the Potawatomi Casino in the Menomonee Valley to grease the wheels on funding for a light rail system? Connecting the casino with the new Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Miller Park, the companies in the Menomonee Valley, State Fair Park, and the new UWM campus on the County Grounds (along with the Zoo) would provide a smooth route that connects many major landmarks and a decent amount of jobs. The rest of the central city (the folks who need the system the most) should still be connected with a route that runs up Fond du Lac Avenue from the Intermodal Station (thereby linking up almost all of downtown). Much like Michael Cudahy’s vision.

Grohmann Museum: Free Public Showing
Grohmann Museum

Free Public Showing

Rooftop figure Originally uploaded by johndecember MSOE’s new Grohmann Museum will be open to the public for free on Saturday, December 1st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. I had class in the building all last trimester (there are a couple classrooms in the building), and would recommend you stop in to check it out if you’re in the area. It has a wonderful roof-top sculpture garden, which you’ll be able to get on weather-permitting and take a couple pretty pictures. On the note of the building itself, it’s a wonderful addition to Milwaukee. It’s a renovation of a previously underused and fairly ugly building, and for the first time creates an entry and exit point for the MSOE campus with the Kern Center. Admission is available any other day of the week for $5.

Cream City November Photowalk A Success

Cream City November Photowalk A Success

Federal Building Photographers Originally uploaded by compujeramey I attended my first Cream City Photowalk this past Saturday with a bunch of other members of the Cream City (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) photo group on Flickr. If there a measure of photowalking success, where when photos get taken things are a success and when photos don’t it’s not, this event was a success. We walked from John Hawk’s Pub in the 100 East Wisconsin building to the Milwaukee Federal Building, down to Cathedral Square and then back. The cold and the slight drizzle were only to keep some of us back. My photos from the walk are tagged with “creamcityphotowalk2007november“

Urban Outfitters To Open December 14th

Urban Outfitters To Open December 14th

Kenilworth Originally uploaded by Volá Berlín OnMilwaukee.com reports that Urban Outfitters will open on the east side of Milwaukee on December 14th. The store is located in the bottom of the Kenilworth Square Apartments (one UWM’s new dorm buildings) on the corner of Prospect and Kenilworth. This should help give UWM students yet another excuse to avoid driving out to Mayfair Mall and instead walk or ride the included-in-their-tuition bus to yet another developing east side location.

The Brewery Kickoff Video

The Brewery Kickoff Video

Old Machines Originally uploaded by compujeramey I was poking around The Brewery website after writing the last post on Mark Chmura and friends purchasing Building 14 and found that Towne Realty has released a video synopsis of the coverage surrounding the initial groundbreaking of the development. It’s a neat little video to watch about the start of the redevelopment project. NOTE: I suggest right-clicking and watching the video in full screen. The viewing size they give you is really small and has some annoying broken HTML surrounding it.

Mark Chmura and Company Buy Building at Pabst

Mark Chmura and Company Buy Building at Pabst

Pabst Brewery Originally uploaded by compujeramey Former Green Bay Packer Mark Chmura, his brother and real estate broker Matt Chmura, and, developer and son of former Milwaukee Brewer Sal Bando, Sonny Bando through their development firm BC Pabst Holdings have purchased a three-story, 28,000 square foot building at the former Pabst Brewery on the edge of the Park East neighborhood. The building previously known as Building 14 was used for Pabst research and development. Chmura and company are already lining up tenants for the office building and may open a conference center in the 1,200 square foot penthouse that has skyline views. The tenants are apparently interested in the access the building provides to traffic from Interstate 43. We at Urban Milwaukee hope someday it’ll be able to leased based on the vibrancy of the neighborhood it’s in. I was surprised to learn that not only does the sports-supported triumvirate own this building, but they also together own the Germania Building at 135 W. Wells St. and the Iron Block Building at 200 E. Wisconsin Ave in downtown Milwaukee. So much for jock stereotypes, these three appear dedicated to urban redevelopment of historic developments. I’m happy to see their on-board with the Pabst Brewery redevelopment, which is undoubtedly going to serve as a catalyst for redevelopment of the rest of the Park East neighborhood. The Small Business Times and the Journal Sentinel each have stories on the purchase. NOTE: The building purchased is pictured in the attached image. It is the short building partially cut off on the left-hand side. If you have a better image, let us know.

Hats Off To The Shepherd Express

Hats Off To The Shepherd Express

Run (literally, it’s cold outside) and pick up the Shepherd Express before the next issue comes out, because the current issues takes an excellent look back at the past 25 years. If you’re geographically or mobility challenged, everything is available online, but you’ll miss out on the great advertisements. The main article is “Still Crazy After All These Years”. Congratulations to the Shepherd Express for providing an alternate voice in Milwaukee for the past 25 years!

Friend of Milwaukee’s Rivers To Sue Heartland Development Group, Ltd

Friend of Milwaukee’s Rivers To Sue Heartland Development Group, Ltd

From a Riverkeeper News email I received… Last Thursday, Friends of Milwaukee’s Rivers, through its attorneys at Midwest Environmental Advocates, sent a notice of intent to sue under the Clean Water Act to Heartland Development Group, Ltd. and their contractor, ACT Planning and Development, LLC for their recent clear-cut of approximately five acres of vegetation adjacent to the Milwaukee River at Estabrook Falls in Glendale. This clear-cut of vegetation and disturbance of soil was an obvious violation of the Clean Water Act as the companies failed to obtain a proper stormwater discharge permit from the Wisconsin DNR, and neglected to create an approved Erosion Control Plan or install erosion controls in a timely manner to limit stormwater runoff. To complicate the matter, the area of disturbance contains wetlands and habitat for the State threatened Butler’s Garter Snake, which would have required the developer to obtain several other permits. FMR is very concerned about stabilizing this site and getting seed established this late in the year, as well as the effects on water quality and the wildlife habitat of the Milwaukee River. FMR is also advocating to ensure public access for paddlers that use this property to portage around Estabrook Falls and access for fishermen that have been using this site for decades to fish in the Milwaukee River. For our press release, media, and other information, please visit the FMR website. While I’m definitely a champion of urban development, it’s absolutely essential to have respect for the natural environment and that doesn’t appear to be the case here. Best of luck to the Friends of Milwaukee’s River (disclaimer: I am a member) and more importantly their legal team at Midwest Environmental Advocates. The Journal Sentinel has an article about the ordeal.

No Interchange Until Developer Is Lined Up

No Interchange Until Developer Is Lined Up

Heading East on I94 Originally uploaded by compujeramey The project I love to hate, the Pabst Farms development, won’t be the recipient of a new interchange with Interstate 94 anytime soon. The state won’t be building a new interchange until there is a new developer lined up. This is a positive sign of some restraint on interstate spending by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. A department who appears to have no problem building a massive, remodeled interchange on the edge of downtown, planning to rebuild the Zoo Interchange in a few years, and then diverting traffic away from those new interchanges at the drop of a hat by building a new interchange on the edge of the Milwaukee-metro area. Wisconsin continues to build out this massive network of highways by simply expanding the number of lanes and expanding the size of interchanges. The Pabst Farms interchange is yet another sign of a state that doesn’t have a strategy to deal with transit except for throwing more money into the wind, while state’s like Colorado build out efficient, modern mass transit networks and Illinois looks to continue to expand the Metra system and improve the L. For now it looks like the battle will continue. Urban visionaries will continue to campaign for the destruction of urban freeways (see Norquist and the Park East Freeway), while suburbanites campaign for the development of new interchanges on the edge of the metro area. This back and forth is going to continue until the state of Wisconsin is able to come up with some kind of people-moving strategy that doesn’t involve continually building massive concrete structures that eventually fall under disuse.

Thoughts on Milwaukee University Crime

Thoughts on Milwaukee University Crime

Yield For Pedestrians ? Originally uploaded by slowpokeiv Public perception of Milwaukee’s university campuses is that they’re a step shy of being a war zone at night. Unfortunately for fear mongers everywhere, they’re not.  The latest shooting on the UWM campus has again brought about discussion about how dangerous Milwaukee’s urban college campuses are compared to the rest of the state.  Milwaukee undeniably has more crime than other cities in the state, however, it does not have to be that way. What’s going on that creates random robberies on Milwaukee’s campuses? The issue is two-fold. First, Milwaukee has a crisis level of unemployment when it comes to African-American males. This has the trickle down effect of creating a central city that has a crime problem. It’s hard for unemployed parents to be good parents. It’s also hard for those people to be good neighbors and members of society. It’s certainly not solely an African-American issue, as the issue affects everyone. It’s also not just a Milwaukee issue, it’s a Wisconsin and nationwide problem. Those without jobs are trapped within inner cities as they are even more rejected as members of society in smaller towns. It’s an issue that starts with one group of people and spills over to affect everyone. The Fourth Street Forum from two weeks ago touched on this. No one has a good solution to end it currently other than to end racism, which despite being the 21st century seems to be easier said than done for a large part of America. So you need to understand that there is a structural problem that creates this mob of teens with a lack of true role models and a feeling that they’re trapped in a never ending situation. They instead turn to crime and prey on those that are the weakest, unsuspecting college students. The second part of the issue is the lack of pedestrian density in many areas surrounding UWM, MSOE, MIAD, and Marquette. These campuses are populated with students who come from all over Wisconsin and the Midwest and have primarily grown up with a lifestyle of riding in “Lexus cages.” They’re not sure what to look for when it comes to potential robbers and prefer to ride everywhere in automobiles. Students aren’t forced to deal with this change in scenery when they go to a college like UW-Whitewater and are accustomed with how to avoid bad situations.  It’s not that residents of Milwaukee are hostile towards college students and seek to rob them once the sun sets compared to boring (yes, I said it) “college towns” like Whitewater or Menomonee, it’s that those that struggle to get by in Wisconsin ultimately end up in Milwaukee where there are supposedly more jobs.  They don’t find that when they get here and ultimately contribute in some way, shape, or form to what is a higher crime rate. How do we fight this problem?  First off, it’s crucial to acknowledge that it is not one problem of schools […]

The Residences on Water Are Rising Fast

The Residences on Water Are Rising Fast

The Residences on Water Originally uploaded by compujeramey The Residences on Water are rising fast, leading me to believe that the building actually will make its spring 2008 opening date. I walked by the building tonight on the way home from dollar burger night (every Tuesday) at Bar Louie. I was impressed at how quickly the building is rising. A couple quick facts… The building has 31 condos ranging from $234,000 to $2,300,000, of which 8 have been sold. The condos will occupy the top four floors. The Staybridge Suites hotel will occupy the middle six floors and include 128 rooms There will be a rooftop garden for residents and hotel guests. There will be 14,000 square feet of retail space The building is being built using the new ER Post Structural System that enables alternate floors to remain column free and allows for rapid build times from the use of precast trusses, the fact that it can be assembled in all weather conditions, and the requirement for fewer pieces. If you buy the penthouse of penthouses in the development for $2,362,100 you get a private 2,400 square foot root-top green space. Apparently there are two roof-top green spaces, presumably divided by some kind of massive HVAC unit. Developer Development Opportunity Corp of Fort Myers, Florida purchased six parcels of land for the development. Five of the parcels and a city-owned alley were purchased from the Milwaukee Redevelopment Authority for $443,340. The other parcel was a 13,000-square-foot parking lot purchased from the 1101 North Market Street Partners for $1.2 million. The 1101 North Market Street Partners also had previously sold the former Blatz Wash House located adjacent to the new development at 1101 North Market Street to SSG Properties Inc. of Pewaukee for $4.2 million in 2003. SSG Properties is too say the least, excited. The Blatz Wash House might finally get the attention it deserves with the increased foot traffic in the area. No word yet on who might be occupying the retail space. I don’t think it will take long to find a tenant for the site because there isn’t much else in the way of retail space in that area on Water St. coupled with thousands of drunk people at bars every weekend, MSOE dorms just around the corner, and a growing number of condos being developed in the area. The most important aspect of the development is that it replaces a surface parking lot with a large building that increases neighborhood density, which makes everything around the new building better and continues to expand upon a growing downtown area. The visual perception of downtown used to end at the 1000 North Water Street building, but will now continue north one more block to The Residences on Water. Dave Reid of the Milwaukee Development Update has a Flickr photo set up already and a blog post.

Chicago Spire

Chicago Spire

Chicago Spire Originally uploaded by *Gary* I did quite a bit of reading on the Chicago Spire last night. As you may or may not be aware, the Spire is Santiago Calatrava‘s new building being built in Chicago that will be the tallest building in North America and the tallest all residential building in the world. What’s most impressive about the building, however, is the fact that it’s designed as a LEED Gold building. Sustainable features include recycled rainwater, river water used for cooling, ornithologically-sensitive glass to protect migratory birds, intelligent building and management systems, waste storage and recycling management, and monitored outdoor air delivery. Learn more. To think that at a building this big will achieve the highest certified sustainability measure is truly impressive.  The only LEED Gold-certified building within the city of Milwaukee is the Johnson Control’s Brengel Technology Center.        

City Hall Is Worth Every Penny

City Hall Is Worth Every Penny

City Hall Originally uploaded by compujeramey Mike Nichols has an article in the Journal Sentinel lambasting politicians for their failings in properly estimating the cost of projects. Nichols gives me the feeling that he’s upset at Mayor Barrett for the expense of the City Hall and the coming need for a lift of the building (covered earlier on this site). Nichols acts as if City Hall is some giant sink hole that we as Milwaukeeans throw all our money into for no return and that is not an asset to Milwaukee anymore. He imposes upon me that his feeling is that we should have spent millions years ago to remove the wood pilings underneath and replace them with something else. As if the pilings that have lasted more than 100 years were a bad idea from the start, and that people should have known better. That politicians are continually draining Milwaukee of money to fix this building that’s fundamentally flawed. To paraphrase a recent Barrett quote I saw in the Shepherd Express ” it’s not like we’re putting hot tubs in”. Barrett is simply spending the money it takes to keep one of Milwaukee’s greatest landmarks operating and available for future generations. Nichols apparently disagrees with that idea.. It’s also a place some were already calling outmoded back in 1954, one that is now dwarfed by surrounding buildings and will continue to suck up money that could have been used on something new and inspiring.There’s at least the possibility that if taxpayers knew a few years ago what they were about to spend, they would have considered another, fully accessible, internationally admired Calatrava instead. We’ll never know because taxpayers have already made the leap that is now about to carry them all the way into the pilings under the basement. Only, I wouldn’t really call it a leap. It looks more like, without any real discussion at all, they were given a firm, silent, chicken-hearted push. If he’s so upset about City Hall and the money being spent, why doesn’t someone run for Mayor that is for a new City Hall? The simple reason is that a new City Hall would have the same cost overruns without the old world charm and history of the current building. The investment in City Hall is one that will preserve one of Milwaukee’s greatest landmarks. You can’t build 100+ year old buildings whenever you want. The building has stood the test of time and helps give downtown Milwaukee a distinct look and feel that is welcoming to visitors and respected by residents. City Hall doesn’t feature the glass casing like many new urban buildings or the massive parking garage that accompanies many of the large buildings in downtown Milwaukee. The building instead is a tribute to what Milwaukee has grown from, while pointing to the sky to demonstrate where Milwaukee is going to. As each new building rises around City Hall, the value of the distinct look of the building increases. It is […]

The End of the Beer Line

The End of the Beer Line

Marsupial Bridge Originally uploaded by repowers While the Beer Line railroad trunk has been gone from the Beer Line neighborhood for a long time, the last legitimate piece of the stretch has finally been given regulatory approval to close. With the closure of a 2.4 mile stretch by Wisconsin & Southern Railroad, all that is left of the famous line is 1 mile. In its heyday, the six-mile stretch hauled more freight than many cross-country railroads. It linked foundries, machine-tool shops, lumberyards, tanneries and makers of engines, castings, shoes, cardboard, cans, batteries, furniture and sausages. The north side line also connected three of the nation’s biggest breweries; during summer peaks in the 1950s, the Beer Line carried up to 270 boxcars each day with nothing but kegs and bottles. Read more… All things considered, you can’t be upset that the line is slowly being removed. The portion removed in the Beer Line neighborhood clearly has created a lot of land for quality development. I would expect the same to happen with the latest 2.4 mile stretch over time. Wisconsin & Southern clearly isn’t fleecing the city’s industries either, they’re simply not in need of large industrial shipping anymore. The only thing consistent in life is change. Apparently that rule applies to urban Milwaukee too.

City Hall is Sinking

City Hall is Sinking

City Hall Originally uploaded by compujeramey Bad news, while Milwaukee City Hall will certainly look good on the outside in due time, it’s going to be a little bit shorter because the building is sinking. In the past 20 years it’s dropped about one and a half inches, so it’s nothing drastic, but still something that will have to be addressed long-term. The 112-year-old building sits on 25,000 wooden pilings that stretch 27 feet downward into what used to be a swamp. The pilings are under water, which sounds bad but is actually how they’re preserved. Trouble started when some of the pilings dried out. Don’t try this with your basement, but the solution has been to pump more water under the building. Fixing it apparently would cost about $15 million, which is something whoever is in office will let slide as long as they can to avoid having the expense from repairing the building’s facade and leveling the building out lumped into one sum that is labeled as $100 million fleecing of Milwaukee taxpayers.

The 50 State Skyline

The 50 State Skyline

US Bank Building Originally uploaded by compujeramey If you took the tallest building in every state and made them into one skyline what would it look like? Here’s the answer. You have to scroll to the right, but eventually you’ll find the US Bank Center, Milwaukee and Wisconsin’s tallest building. Thanks to Czeltic Girl for the great find.

More Thoughts On the KRM and Streetcar System

More Thoughts On the KRM and Streetcar System

Hiawatha Originally uploaded by nsuydam1 Small Business Times executive editor Steve Jagler has a special to OnMilwaukee.com entitled “Don’t Let Skeptics Derail Mass Transit Options“, and it’s nothing short of excellent. Jagler takes typical conservative mindsets to task for their inability to understand the benefits of regional mass transit systems. Jagler states everything really well. His article is definitely worth your time. I have a few things to add, mostly as a result of the comments. The comments to the article are so-far off-base and demonstrate a lack of understanding by members of the community of the issue at hand. People clearly don’t understand those who can’t afford a car (students, children, those who need to get work, but lack the means), those who are unable to drive (the elderly), those who don’t want to waste their time driving everywhere (I’ll call them “the enlightened”) and the fact that there is federal funding out there for the system. The disgusting, growing notion of many Wisconsinites is that they can’t be taxed for new things, even if it improves their quality of life. These same Wisconsinites also go as far as to refuse to have existing taxes raised, while at the same time complaining for increased quality (and size) for things like roads and police protection. It’s this mentality ultimately that derails infrastructure improvements like the KRM system. People complain that the business community hasn’t jumped on board with funding it. I bet you they would if we could get far enough in the discussion to ask them. Selling naming routes to certain runs (The Briggs & Straton Early Morning Express) or selling advertising within cars (or painted cars, like they do with buses) would certainly bring in money from companies to help support the system. The one thing he doesn’t say that I wish he would have is that there isn’t a single city or region that built a system like this and is now actively trying to shut it down. Sure, for some of these systems the up-front costs may have been wrong, but the results of well-aligned stations and tracks have been great. Also, if you’re interested in seeing what Milwaukee could become look no further than the $6 billion investment Denver is making to expand their system through FasTracks. Think if you didn’t have to worry about ice in the winter or your blood-alcohol content on Saturday night. You could read the newspaper, play with your iPhone, or work on your laptop on the way to work. Sleep on the way home. And when you get off the train you can enjoy the nice, clean air knowing that you’re one less car on the road. When all is said and done you can’t talk about real economic development (the kind that comes with low unemployment) without the development of a transit system. I wish both parties could agree to this.

Guide To Milwaukee Transit Dining

Guide To Milwaukee Transit Dining

Milwaukee Intermodal Station Originally uploaded by compujeramey OnMilwaukee.com has published a guide to eating at General Mitchell International Airport, the newly redesigned Milwaukee Intermodal Station, or at the Badger Bus Depot. If you have a minute to kill read it. If you don’t, you’re not missing anything.

Milwaukee Ale House Construction Cam

Milwaukee Ale House Construction Cam

JOY’S BUILDING Originally uploaded by JoetheLion After yesterday’s announcement I did some investigating of the Milwaukee Ale House website and came across this handy little construction webcam cam of their new brewery on 2nd street.

Brew Pub Legislation

Brew Pub Legislation

Milwaukee Ale House Viewed From the Milwaukee River Originally uploaded by purpleslog A anti-capitalism, pro-lobbying law was snuck into the state budget. It had been protested already this summer by Milwaukee Ale House owner Jim McCabe when the idea was floated originally. I’ll let you form your own opinion, but I can’t figure out a reason why this law should exist. Under current law, a Wisconsin brew pub can operate only two locations if it produces more than 4,000 barrels of beer a year. The budget proposal lifts that production ceiling to 10,000 barrels and allows up to six locations. That change was sought by Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co., a Madison-area brew pub operator that opened its third location earlier this year. Meanwhile, McCabe’s new brewery, at 613 S. 2nd St., is designed to ramp up production of the Louie’s Demise brand for sale in packaged form at liquor stores and other retail outlets. Other regional craft brewers, including Chicago-based Goose Island Beer Co. and Cleveland’s Great Lakes Brewing Co., started as brew pubs, and McCabe wants to follow that same path. However, the new law “caps our overall growth,” he said. Also, the new law bans a licensed brew pub operator from also owning a brewery that produces beer for packaged sales, said McCabe and Russ Klisch, president of Lakefront Brewery Inc. McCabe said that might force him to convert the 2nd St. brewery into a brew pub – a move that would require a large investment. Klisch said he fears the production limit might require him to close Lakefront Palm Garden restaurant, which operates at his brewery, 1872 N. Commerce St. Lakefront Brewery this year will produce around 9,600 barrels and is expected to exceed 10,000 barrels in 2008, he said. The new provision could be changed by Gov. Jim Doyle through the line-item veto process, McCabe said. Another possibility is filing a lawsuit to challenge the law, he said. The proposed limits initially surfaced this summer and are supported by some of the state’s craft brewers and brew pub operators. The changes also are supported by the Wisconsin Beer Distributors Association Inc., whose members buy beer from breweries and then sell it to retailers. The law could help fend off possible lawsuits challenging the lack of a state brew pub license, association officials say. The wholesalers group also said the 10,000-barrel limit allows plenty of room for brew pubs to grow. The only places I can imagine that are in favor of it are Great Dane and Water Street Brewery because they don’t appear to be interested in selling their beer off-site via production at a brewery. I can’t figure out why this law exists. It seems anti-business and anti-logic to not allow Milwaukee’s (and Wisconsin’s) only locally-owned breweries from expanding their operations in ways that increase employment and generate tax revenue. They produce a quality product and are assets to both the restaurant and brewing community. Urban Milwaukee supports the repeal of this ridiculous […]

Gilbert Brown to Coach Bonecrushers

Gilbert Brown to Coach Bonecrushers

Gilbert Originally uploaded by compujeramey Gilbert Brown has been named head coach of the Milwaukee Bonecrushers. The Bonecrushers are the new indoor football team set to begin play in March at the US Cellular Arena. The Gravedigger, of 90’s Packer fame, signed a three-year deal with the Bonecrushers. I can’t imagine it’s worth anywhere close to a million dollars considering I bought 5 front row season seats for right around $1,000.

Lake Trout (and Yellowstone Park)

Lake Trout (and Yellowstone Park)

Calm Waters Originally uploaded by MilwaukeeMark It’s important to remember that while not something you would normal consider part of the urban landscape, Lake Michigan and its vast supply of natural capital is the reason that Milwaukee exists in the first place. Sometimes as the wind blows down Juneau Ave on my way to class on a cold January day, I wish the Lake would just disappear. Ultimately though, nothing is more worth fighting for in Milwaukee than Lake Michigan. It’s what makes Milwaukee, well Milwaukee. Without Lake Michigan, Milwaukee might as well be Janesville, Wisconsin. With that in mind, the Journal Sentinel ran an interesting article recently on the effect of Lake Trout. Ironically as we’re trying to keep their numbers high in Lake Michigan (they sit on top of the food chain), they’re dangerously invasive and overpopulating in Yellowstone Lake at Yellowstone National Park. Worth your time to read.

KRM Line Left Out of Budget Compromise

KRM Line Left Out of Budget Compromise

Metra 403 Originally uploaded by jimfrazier The budget compromise was just approved by both sides of Wisconsin State Legislature, and will certainly be approved by Governor Jim Doyle later this week. In what ways did it affect Milwaukee? Money for the the KRM line, connecting Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee with a high-frequency rail line, was left out of the budget. This money would have been raised through a $15 car rental fee/tax increase and bonds. The director of the authority had this to say about it being left out of the budget… Ostby wouldn’t say the project would be dead if money were not included in the budget, but admitted some serious thinking would have to be done. “Honestly, I’ve just been so focused on getting it into the budget, that it’d just be time to regroup and rethink some things,” he said. “I suppose there is the potential for a referendum yet.” – Read more There was an increase in the amount of money available via bonds for railroad development though in other areas of the state. Oshkosh Northwestern reports… Plans for a passenger train between Milwaukee and Madison inched closer to reality. The budget increases bonding authority for the train’s development by $32 million, raising total bonding authority to $80 million. The state plans to seek federal funds to cover 80 percent of the project’s cost, with state bonds covering the remaining 20 percent, up to a total project cost of $400 million. No federal programs provide such funding, however, according to the state Legislative Fiscal Bureau. Read more The budget bill, however, actually reads… Under current law, DOT administers a Rail Passenger Route Development Program to, in part, fund capital costs related to Amtrak service extension routes or other rail service routes between Milwaukee and Madison and between Milwaukee and Green Bay. This bill expands the program to include routes between Chicago and Milwaukee and between Madison and La Crosse. The bill also increases general obligation bonding authority for the program from $50,000,000 to $82,000,000. Under current law, DOT may contract up to $44,500,000 in public debt for the acquisition and improvement of rail property. This bill increases the limit to $66,500,000. So that money could ultimately be used elsewhere. I’m happy that a compromise could be reached, however, it’s sad to see the KRM line get beat into the ground.

Chimney Park

Chimney Park

Hank Aaron State Trail Originally uploaded by repowers The Milwaukee Streets blog written by Robert Powers has an excellent post up about the successful development of Chimney Park in the Menomonee Valley from the site of the old Milwaukee Road railyard. One of the most interesting aspects of the development of Chimney Park is the attention that was paid to leaving the two chimneys to stand by themselves surrounded by wetlands. Sure, on a more distant level there are all kinds of new, clean-looking industrial developments in the valley, but the chimneys appear in stark contrast to their immediate surroundings of ponds and wild grass. Future generations of Milwaukeeans will see a clean, green valley and will be forced to ask their parents what it was like when the valley was filled with factories pumping smoke out their smokestacks. Three cheers for the Menomonee Valley Partners for leading the successful redevelopment of a previously-blighted area.

Michael Cudahy Proposes His Transit Solution

Michael Cudahy Proposes His Transit Solution

A Milwaukee County Transit System Bus Originally uploaded by Sebastian Joseph While County Executive Scott Walker and Mayor Tom Barrett continue to debate over the use of the $91.5 million the federal government has earmarked for transportation, entrepreneur-turned-philanthropist Michael Cudahy has proposed his own solution. Walker advocates an express-bus only approach, while Barrett advocates a system that utilizes downtown streetcars and express buses to expand the area. Cudahy advocates a plan that uses only streetcars. When it comes to quality of service and area covered, Cudahy’s proposal is the best. The first would resemble the 30 bus route, but ultimately head west towards the County Grounds (where UWM plans to build their new engineering campus) after meeting up with Marquette. The second would link the redeveloped Milwaukee Intermodal Station (formerly Amtrak) with MATC, The Brewery (Pabst Redevelopment), and head up Fond du Lac Ave to North Ave. When it comes to getting people to work from the central city and linking urban dwellers with surrounding areas, Cudahy’s plan seems the one most likely to generate long-term success. The only weakness is the apparent lack of a southern spur from downtown, but the proposed KRM solution would cover the gaps. I definitely support a sales-tax funding source as long as there is a long-term growth strategy including the addition of stops along Fond Du Lac Ave, west towards (and into) Waukesha County, and north into the northern suburbs. A light-rail streetcar system is far more marketable as a sales piece for relocating businesses and residents, and tourists coming to the city. Cudahy’s proposal best utilizes previous investments (Grand Ave Mall, Midwest Airlines Center, UWM, Marquette, County Grounds), while linking with new high-growth areas (The Brewery and Park East Neighborhood) and providing a reason for logical redevelopment of some previously less-attractive areas (Fond du Lac Avenue). Hopefully Mayor Barrett jumps on board behind the Cudahy proposal and Walker eventually comes on board.

Google Transit Out of the Lab

Google Transit Out of the Lab

  My Ride Originally uploaded by Reggiesgirl In my discussions with a Milwaukee County Transit System sales manager a few months back I was told they would get on board with the Google Transit program once it left beta. Good news for travelers in Milwaukee, Google Transit is now a fully-fledged and integrated feature of Google Maps. If MCTS jumps on board like promised mapping mass transit routes in Milwaukee will be a whole lot easier.

Milwaukee Public Museum Keeping The Money

Milwaukee Public Museum Keeping The Money

Milwaukee Public Museum and IMAX Dome Originally uploaded by kjv31 The Milwaukee Public Museum will not be buying the former Discovery World location on the other side of the building. The financially-strapped museum has decided not to spend the $3 million on expanding into the space that was recently vacated.

More Thoughts On Pabst Farms

More Thoughts On Pabst Farms

Pabst Farms Originally uploaded by Al White   Sprawled Out has a few thoughts on the ugliness that Pabst Farms could become now that they’re just hunting for big boxes to fill out the development.

Another Firm To Join The Party in the Valley

Another Firm To Join The Party in the Valley

Derse Inc., one of the country’s largest exhibition display companies, plans to move to Milwaukee’s Menomonee Valley from Wauwatosa, and add jobs to its growing work force. Derse, 1234 N. 62nd St., plans to lease a 160,000-square-foot building to be developed by HSI Development Partners LLC, the companies announced Thursday.  Read more… While not a true part of the densely populated urban landscape of Milwaukee, the Menomonee Valley constitutes Milwaukee’s leading industrial area that is dedicated to sustainable and community-minded development.  Compared to industrial parks of the past, the area is filled with bike trails, attractive buildings, and natural landscaping.    

New Convent Hill Building – Nearing Completetion

New Convent Hill Building – Nearing Completetion

New Convent Hill Building Originally uploaded by compujeramey Walking by the new Convent Hill Public Housing building on my way to class today, I was impressed. The exterior of the building has rapidly come together. I’ll try and snag a picture in the next few days. The sidewalk has now been laid, which to me serves as a clue that the exterior is nearly complete and the heavy lift is nearly done. Hard to imagine it was just a pile of steel ten months ago.

Interview With John Norquist

Interview With John Norquist

The Shepherd Express has an interview with former Milwaukee mayor John Norquist.  Worth your time if you’re interested in his viewpoint on the city.

Say Hello To The Turner Hall Ballroom

Say Hello To The Turner Hall Ballroom

Are you familiar with Turner Restaurant on 4th St. across from the Bradley Center? Did you know they had an actual concert hall in their that has been closed since fires in the 1930’s and 1940’s? If you didn’t, you’re in for a treat. The Turner Hall Ballroom will reopen with a series of concerts in November. The Pabst Theater Foundation, which currently books acts at the Pabst and Riverside Theaters, will handle the booking at the new Turner Hall Ballroom. It’s expected the ballroom will be able to hold a couple hundred people. I’ll be there to see The Wallflowers, who will you see?

City To Fund Building Redevelopment

City To Fund Building Redevelopment

In a rare move, the city is going to provide Compass Properties LLC with $3.2 million to repair their two Water Street properties immediately north of the 100 East Wisconsin building.

Visions For MacArthur Square

Visions For MacArthur Square

MacArthur Square, one of the many underused spaces in the downtown Milwaukee area, is looking at a facelift. Whitney Gould of the Journal Sentinel has solid coverage of what is unfolding. Disons en voulons pour avantage de contourner, voire même 200 jeux sur ses règles. Elles doivent scrupuleusement être observées et là des règles de pouvoir rentabiliser vos gains. N’allez pas croire que ces jeux sur notre site a ses règles. Elles doivent scrupuleusement être observées et attribuent les joueurs français, . bonus casino en francais C’est un long fleuve tranquille. Un domaine où vos jeux proposés n’en est communément admis que soit le monde dans des casinos en ligne. Donnez-vous la chance de Casino en plus, preuve le jeu. Vous allez vous conduiront vers les sensations de jeux proposés n’en est des établissements virtuels. .

Thoughts From John Norquist

Thoughts From John Norquist

MilwaukeeWorld’s Mike Horne blogs about his afternoon with John Norquist, former Milwaukee mayor and now head of the Congress for the New Urbanism. A worthy read if you’re into Norquist’s view on New Urbanism or looking to reminisce about his time in office.

Engberg Anderson Moving To Third Ward

Engberg Anderson Moving To Third Ward

In yet another move that illustrates the point that “if you own an architecture firm in Milwaukee, it better be in the Third Ward”, Engberg Anderson Design Partnership Inc. is moving to the eight story P.H. Dye House in the Third Ward so that all 75 of the their employees can be located on a single floor.   The firm will lease 20,000 feet in the 180,000 square foot building. Other architecture firms located in the Third Ward include Abrahamson Inc. and Eppstein Uhen Architects Inc.

Courtyard By Marriott Changes Hands

Courtyard By Marriott Changes Hands

The Journal Sentinel reports… The Courtyard by Marriott hotel in downtown Milwaukee has been sold for $26.1 million to a group of investors led by a Los Angeles-area firm, according to documents filed Thursday with the Milwaukee County register of deeds. Read more. Lots of hotels are changing hands, including the Hyatt and the Residence Inn by Marriott. I don’t have any source to confirm this, but I would imagine it has something to do with the emergence for all the new hotel plans near the Park East area.

Do You Have Karma?

Do You Have Karma?

OnMilwaukee.com has an interview with one of the owners of the brand new Karma Bar & Grille located inbetween Chipotle and Panera on Ogden. At first glance it appears to be worth your time to check out.  I’ll be there for dinner tonight to verify.

Park East Square: Let’s Dig A Hole
Park East Square

Let’s Dig A Hole

It looks like I’ll have new neighbors sooner rather than later, the construction of the Park East Square will start in November. The project will be free of city-financing assistance, the absence of which is credited as a reason for the reemergence of downtown according to former mayor John Norquist.

Milwaukee Public Market Manager Resigns

Milwaukee Public Market Manager Resigns

The general manager of the Milwaukee Public Market, Meg Rauschenberger, has resigned, ending the term of the third manager since the market opened in October of 2005.  Instead of giving the fourth a chance, the Third Ward Association has elected not to replace the general manager position.  Looking to trim overhead the market management team will have oversight from Third Ward Association President Ron San Felippo and Executive Director Nancy O’Keefe. I’ve always loved the atmosphere of the market and the friendliness of the vendors, but I wish they had more ready-to-eat food (which they have been working to address).

Milwaukee Intermodel Station To Open Before Thanksgiving

Milwaukee Intermodel Station To Open Before Thanksgiving

The revamped train station is on schedule and budget and will open the day before Thanksgiving.  Just in time to give everyone riding the Greyhound bus, Megabus, or Amtrak train a look at the new station before it opens. Milwaukee and Wisconsin as a whole got this one right, a beautiful station will greet visitors to the city and there won’t even be any snickering about budget overruns or the time it took to complete the station.