Unique Doors Open Tour Spotlights Modernist Churches

'Divine Line' driving tour features mid-20th century churches built along Capitol Drive.

Long-Vacant Riverfront Lot to be Developed

Plus: Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio ends up in a sand lawsuit.

Fred Vogel, Jr. Building Has Quite a History

Including the Third Ward, tanneries and many a Vogel. Oh, and a building worth $2.8 million.

Bernie Sanders to Host Private Brunch in Milwaukee

Event canceled after publication.

Villa Terrace Will Host 100 Events For 100th Anniversary, Charts Vision For Future

And check out that renovated kitchen.

Milwaukee Yacht Club Worth $2.28 Million

But is it really the oldest yacht club on Lake Michigan?

Wisconsin Club Worth $5.1 Million

Fascinating history and an elaborate interior that would put the grandest riverboat to shame.

Woman’s Club of Wisconsin Is Nation’s Oldest

With quite a history. But how did it get that tax exemption?

Notables Attend City Birthday Party

The city's 178th birthday party offered fun, food and political chatter.

University Club Milwaukee, $2,728,500

With quite a history. But now that it's closing, what can be done with the building?

Will There Be a City Attorney Race?

Candidates must collect 1,500-3,000 signatures. Where is the incumbent?

Sprecher Brewery Aims To Be National Soft Drink Leader

Root Beer kept brewery and new owners afloat during COVID pandemic.

Mequon Water Utility Expands to River Hills

Mequon now serves three other suburbs, including two in Milwaukee County.

City Sees 1.14% New Construction Growth

Such growth is critical for cities like Milwaukee if they hope to increase the tax levy.

Judicial Rotation Explained By An Insider

Judges face an annual court house shuffle on August 1.

Lakefront Brewery’s New Riverwalk Patio

Lovely new covered patio offers great views of the river, city and Holton Street Viaduct.

How Falcon Bowl Was Saved

And how the nationally historic Riverwest bar and bowling alley is being transformed.

1915 Wisconsin Case Could Be Key to Abortion Pill Battle

Texas ruling under review by US Supreme Court cited case involving Milwaukee physician.

MKE FBI Office Heads International Ransomware Takedown

Milwaukee leads investigation by 45 FBI offices and agencies in 19 other countries.

Thousands Have Unclaimed Funds in County Treasury

County itself has more than $10,000 waiting to be claimed. How about you?

Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?

Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'

A New Battle Over Mary Nohl Home

Proposal to create cultural overlay district bitterly opposed by some Fox Point residents.

Goyke Will Challenge Spencer for City Attorney

Democratic state representative plans run against highly controversial city official.

We Took the Free Riverwest Brewery Shuttle Bus. Here’s How it Went.

Shuttle is a welcome amenity, encourages locals and tourists alike to explore beyond Downtown.

Clementines Evokes the New Bay View

Even as it honors the history. Bartenders and owners love it. You may, too.

Abele’s Personal Spa, Pool Conservatory Challenged

Neighbor Suzanne Hupy Cites "Light Pollution," "Fundamental Change to Neighborhood" from Proposed 6,816 Square Foot Auxiliary Structure.

New Ruth Foundation a National Player

Late Ruth Kohler's newly born, Milwaukee-based, $440 million Ruth Foundation for Arts the biggest of its kind in U.S.

Nashville North Is All About The Music

Live music every day, typically country, usually starting at 3 p.m., with creative street food.

Thurman’s Is Back From The Dead

Closed for more than a year, the baseball/Grateful Dead-themed bar off Brady Street returns.

Can Tim Michels Divest His Stock?

A previous wealthy governor did this, to eliminate a conflict of interest. It did not go well

The Curious Story of the ‘LIFE’ Building

1927 building built with tavern earnings now home to Community Roofing & Restoration.

Lonely East Side House Will Disappear

Purchase of property at 2137 N. Oakland Ave. puts entire block under control of Thermo Fisher Scientific company.

Rare Challenge to River Hills Incumbents

Challengers oppose development plan, charge that board too secretive and Milwaukee Country Club dominates village.

Goodbye, Journal Sentinel Printing Plant

State of the art when opened in 2003, worth $16 million in 2016, plant will no longer print papers and may eventually be sold.

Airport’s Soviet Peace Mural Covered Up

On display since 1990, part of US-Soviet cultural arts exchange. New site sought.

Milwaukee Rep Founder Mary John Dies

She produced 37 Rep plays in 1950s. Six of 10 in second season written by women.

Melania Trump Will Funnel Donations Through Bradley Foundation

Her charities not registered in Florida, ex-first lady turns to huge Milwaukee foundation.

Milwaukee Has a Singing Mayor Again

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson tries singing at city's 176th Birthday Party, before a big turnout of politicians.

Tripou Park, The Neighborhood That’s Not

A Google map typo renames city neighborhood; many other sites follow suit.

PrideFest Faces Financial Difficulties

Revenue plummeted in 2020. Pandemic has badly constrained the organization.

New Video Captures Sound, History of City Hall Bell

E-flat giant weighs 20,505 pounds, making it the third largest bell ever cast in U.S.

Giannis and Thanasis Buy Two Greek Villas

Each worth $1.5 to $2 million. With a swimming pool, ocean beach and soon, signature golf courses.

Two Developers Vie for River Hills Eder Farm Site

Residents are concerned about maintaining the village's unique zoning and the specter of affordable housing.

Is Abele Abandoning Shorewood Mansion Plans?

Building permit expired in 2020. Meanwhile, the former county executive plans renovations to his other mansion.

Critical Race Theory, Spending Fuel Mequon-Thiensville School Board Recall

Four board members face recall elections.

Prospect Ave. Building Built By Lumber Baron

Now owned by PR man Carl Mueller, selling converted mansion for $1.5 million.

1896 Bicycle Factory Has Quite A History

The A.D. Meiselbach factory employed William Harley, then 15, and profited from the nation's 1890's bicycle craze.

Harley-Davidson Founder’s Home For Sale

Washington Heights home of William S. Harley on market for first time in 45 years

Pabst Mansion Beer Garden

Historic mansion was home to Milwaukee beer baron Captain Frederick Pabst.

GRAEF Returns to Downtown Office

The engineering firm had just moved into its newly renovated office when the COVID-19 pandemic hit Milwaukee.

MKE Urban Stables Is First of Its Kind

An opening celebration for lovely new facility on E. Lincoln Ave. with nationally unique equine therapy program.

Harley-Davidson Museum Worth $12 Million

But this value will soon increase. And the site has a remarkable history.

River Hills Wetland Development Sparks Controversy

Residents oppose village board's plan to build 60 homes in area of unique watershed.

City Groups Receive Coastal Grants

More than $113,000 in grants for a canoe-kayak trail map app, river cleanup and bicycle trail study.

Purdue Renames Dorms to Honor Mequon Sisters

Frieda Parker Hall and Winifred Parker Hall honor students who integrated dorms in 1947.

Milwaukee County Parks Traveling Beer Garden Returns

Rare non-casualty of pandemic has run annually since 2014.

Reince Priebus Voted Absentee 20 Times

Yet he has now flip flopped, expressing concern about absentee voting.

“Nashville North” Plans Revealed

Live music of all kinds, open mic nights, and unique food, including the "Smash Burger."

Pabst CEO on Biden’s Visit to the Theater

Gary Witt discusses preparing for the presidential visit, running an event venue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beer Industry Suit Involves Local Company

New Berlin-based Beechwood Sales involved in multi-million dollar lawsuit and family spat.

Sr. Ellen Lorenz Was Trailblazing Mount Mary Leader

Helped modernize, diversify university, was ninth member of her order to die of COVID-19.

East Side Demo Underway for Saint John’s Surface Parking Lot

An undistinguished building on Farwell gets the sledgehammer treatment.

40 Years Helping Ex-Cons Rejoin Society

Milwaukee's trailblazing group Project RETURN celebrates its 40th anniversary.

A Tale of Two Urban Infills

Two vacant lots in Milwaukee are classic examples of "Urban Infill."

Brady Street Parking Lot Goes Permeable

No more runoff into the sewer system. A look at the Lower East Side's best parking deal

Sidney McCain Endorses Biden

Senator John McCain's daughter is WMSE promotions director, has lived here since 2017

Liberal WRRD-AM to End Broadcasts

Liberal talk radio station will close Milwaukee office and concentrate on Madison station.

Local Brewery Production Dips due to Virus

Tavern closures kill kegs; demand soars for canned beer.

River Hills Buying 55 Acre Lot to Settle $3 Million Suit

Residents fought a 154-unit apartment proposal for the lot in 2017.

Michigan Street Bridge Reopens

COVID-19 induced supply chain issues delay reopening.

I-43 to Get Diverging Diamond Interchange

Bicycle-friendly design has cars using left lane, a first for the county.

Quadracci Sets Off Employee Rebellion

Quad CEO ignites Black Lives Matters spat, later apologizes to 179-member staff of Minneapolis ad agency.

Mystery of the Bayshore Bus Turnaround

Why was newly built replacement for Bayshore bus turnaround abandoned? MCTS won't say.

Rapkin Tests Negative for COVID-19

Has selected counsel for upcoming criminal trial.

Portrait of a Spitting Shorewood Attorney

Stephanie Rapkin can handle all kinds of trusts, and claims an affiliation with UWM and Marquette.

Park Lafayette Developer in Federal Prison

Warren N. Barr, 68, nets seven-plus year term in $22.8 million 2014 Chicago mortgage fraud scheme.

I Served As a Pandemic Poll Worker

We would all be paid! I felt the economy rebounding under my feet.

Dark-Money Group Slings Mud in Comptroller Race

Group backing Rep. Jason Fields produces attack ads against his opponent, Aycha Sawa.

Shepherd Express to Suspend Print Edition

Will continue online, publisher says. Madison's "Isthmus" suspends operations entirely.

‘Attractive’ Facade Changes for Historic Tied House

Also, more on the coming Streetcar Smart Kiosks.

Tearman Spencer Has Delinquent Tax Bill

City Attorney candidate hasn't paid tax bill. If he wins, and is still delinquent he would have to sue himself.

The Encyclopedia of Milwaukee Documents the City

UW-Milwaukee has built a massive digital archive for the city.

Schlitz Tivoli Palm Garden Is a Classic

1901 Charles Kirchhoff, Jr. building at heart of city's largest concentration of historic structures

Journal and Sentinel Archives Threatened

Newsbank, JS owners look to squeeze libraries for millions and they can't afford to pay it.

UWM to Raze Old Hospital Building

Handsome old neoclassical red brick building can't be converted for university purposes.

The Riverwest Filling Station is a Gas

A Riverwest gem with a long and storied past.

Brady St. BID Head Heads to Shorewood

Steph Salvia also quitting Downer Ave. BID to head suburban business district.

Mix Masterpiece Distills History

Vacant and isolated, 1874 store to become Central Standard Craft Distillery tasting room.

Comstock Building Oldest of Its Kind?

1898 Milwaukee St. apartment building may be oldest of its size. For sale: $4.5 million

Dark Horse Is So New Yet So Old

South Side bar opened in December with new style in tavern dating to 1880s.

Sign of Times? Lyon St. Laundromat Closes

Laundromats disappearing in redeveloped urban neighborhoods across the country.

Public Market Scores Gimbel’s Sign

Classic, 86-pound plaque from 1920s joins a sign from rival Boston Store.

Most Popular Plenty of Horne Columns

Scott Walker, Chris Abele, John Norquist and Rudy Guiliani all made the list.

Most Popular What’s It Worth?

Leading the way were stories on an 1886 firehouse and a giant refrigerated warehouse.

The Year’s Most Popular Bar Exams

Actually all the bar reviews were popular, but these were the tops in readership.

Kopmeier Building Saw History Made

American Family Insurance to redevelop building that had nationally unique, integrated WPA program.

Old Blue Cross Building Once Cost $28 Million

Massive concrete structure on Michigan, built in 1980, could grow and add hotel.

Sabbatic Is Very Historic Yet Punk

Walker's Point building dates to 1894, music to 1980s, attitude to 21st century.

Remembering Marcy Skowronski

Aged 93, she ran the Holler House, the nation's oldest sanctioned bowling alley

Saint John’s Will Expand. Yet Again

Buys nearby property at Farwell and Royall for $2 million.

Pabst Mansion Is a Holiday Classic

Lovely Milwaukee house museum is delightfully dressed up for the holidays.

Scott Walker At Your Service

Need marketing, strategic planning or issue advocacy? Scott's new company can help you go "big and bold."

John Norquist’s 70th Birthday Party

A host of Milwaukeeans and former city officials attend gala party in Chicago.

The River War in River Hills

Old Milwaukee family sues Village Board and state DNR over environmental damage.

Indeed Brewery’s Taproom Is Unique

Minneapolis brewer spent a lot to redevelop Walker's Point building for first taproom here.

Bayshore Plan Misses the Bus

2006 redevelopment was a huge failure. New plan again ignores bus transit and true urbanism.

$575,000 Building Helped By Streetcar

Long-vacant 1877 building on Milwaukee and Mason saw value hop partly due to streetcar.

Sugar Maple Was Once A Bank

And a post office! Now it's a beer lover's paradise, with more than 60 rotating taps.

WMSE Changes Call-In Phone Number

They've promoted that same phone number for 38 years. Why the change?

Inside UWM’s Jan Serr Studio

Versatile event space hosts school and public events, is site for Milwaukee Film Festival screenings

New 414 Bar + Kitchen Has a History?

Cambria Hotel bar honors Brew City with tap and drink menu. And this isn't the first bar at this site.

Clock Tower Building Worth $3.5 Million

A 1920s east side classic. Will it be worth more when that clock is fixed?

What Is An 1886 Firehouse Worth?

Colectivo owner Lincoln Fowler and his wife Lilith paid $450,000, will make it their home.

There’s Only One Liquid Johnny’s

Classic Milwaukee. Same name since 1981. Wear your cat shirt and get free draft beer.

Kinn Hotel’s Building Worth $1.5 Million

Future hotel's building has colorful history since 1868. And oh, can it handle heavy loads.

The Other St. Paul Fish Market

It's in Mequon along the bike path, and the market's bar is long on fish and fishing decor.

Koeffler House A ‘Grand Old East Side Home’

The historic Koeffler House, saved by historic designation in the 80's, will become a boutique hotel.

Elwood’s Is Downtown and Very Urbane

Old Rosie's on Water transformed, with clean-lined urbanity, a new deck and craft beers.

Tour Book Is Packed With Fun

By a German publisher, '111 Places in Milwaukee That You Must Not Miss' is a surprise.

Cream City Hostel Has Low Price Tag

Property's current assessment just $310,000, but new hostel should increase its value.

Von Trier Revisited

East Side bar under new ownership, but maintains classic appeal.

Hacienda Beer Company A Radical Redo

East Side changing: G-Daddy's BBC college bar now upscale taproom with craft beers, chic food.

O. J. Mayo Loses River Hills Home

Former Buck has until October to pay off $1.1 million judgement and reclaim mansion.

Abele to Destroy His Eschweiler Mansion

His $2.6 million Shorewood lakefront mansion could soon face the wrecking ball.

Lion House the Finest Pre-Civil War Home

Yet the Bradley Foundation is leaving the historic home, which could fetch a big price.

Harri Hoffmann Building Worth $3.3 Million

Owner evaded concentration camp, immigrated here to create Third Ward shoe polish factory.

Inside Milwaukee’s Successful DNC Bid

Mayor speaks off the cuff to reveal what happened, what's going on now, what is to come.

George Watts Building Worth $1.5 Million

And so many memories of genteel china shop visited by folks like the 4th Baron Wedgwood.

St. Paul’s Palapa Bar Open All Year

Great addition to Public Market, Fish Company's bar is at its best in summer weather.

Northridge Mall Worth $2.5 Million

The three buildings need $6 million in repairs. Oh, how a mighty mall has fallen.

Milwaukee Cold Storage Building Is Unique

Recently sold 1892 building with two-foot-thick walls was massive refrigerator for industry.

Drink Wisconsinbly Moves Downtown

How a brand name became a bar and moved to Bucks Entertainment Block.

Nomad World Pub Worth $1.75 Million

The sales price is $1 million more than its assessed value.

MOWA Comes to Downtown

Museum of Wisconsin Art will have a big new space in first floor of Saint Kate Arts Hotel.

Guardian Fine Art’s Building Is Unique

Assessed at $728,500, but the owner spent millions to create city's only art storage facility.

1870s Office Building Now a Mansion

The revival of a unique, 5-story, 1876 mansion on Prospect by architect James Douglas.

Painting Headed Back to Governor’s Mansion

Rejected by Walker, Evers will have painting of three Milwaukee children re-installed.

Milwaukee Athletic Club Worth $7.6 Million

Club behind on taxes owed city, but new plan for hotel should gain it more revenue.

Register of Deeds John LaFave’s Domicile

His deeds are now being investigated by FBI. He lives in a modest Brown Deer ranch home.

Bucks Player Has $1.5 Million McMansion

Ersan Ilyasova and his family have lived in Mequon 12 years, while he's played with 7 other NBA teams.

Prohibition Exhibition Is Fascinating

County Historical Society show reveals city's unique place in "noble experiment" of 1920-1933.

Journal Sentinel Buildings Worth A Lot

Value of entire block and two buildings pegged at $13 million.

Closs Kidnapper Voted While She Was Captive

Patterson traveled 130 miles to vote in November while Closs was captive under his bed.

The Tracks Has Always Been a Tavern

Since building erected in 1906. With same owner since 1970, With volleyball for decades.

Sneak Preview of Glorioso’s Appetito

Italian food and beverage tastings, guest chefs, culinary nights, all coming soon.

Astor St. Eschweiler Mansion Worth $590,000

1897 residence with quite a history, office building since 1951, now houses Falk Legal Group.

Top 10 Homes Featured in 2018

Readers loved these stories the most.

Top 10 Bar Exams of 2018

Most popular stories: neighborhood taverns, a gentleman’s club, a lesbian bar. And some surprises.

The 27 Bedrooms of Chris Abele

New Shorewood manse gives him three places worth $8.2 million, though one may be sold.

Izzy Hops Is Long on Beer, History

Former Rascals, Murray Tap, in 121-year old building, embraces new East Side.

Downer Theatre is Street’s Anchor

Opened in 1915, survived the silent era, the oldest still operating movie theater in Milwaukee.

Henry’s Is Anything But a Bistro

More low-down bar than East Side chic, but in a century-old building.

Will Painting Return to Governor’s Mansion?

Painting of urban children commissioned for state mansion was removed by Walker.

Greek Freak’s $1.8 Million River Hills Home

Antetokounmpo is the third Bucks player to own the home and it's clearly under-assessed.

Tavern at Turner Hall Is 1882 Classic

New owner Mike Eitel has transformed the place yet respected the history.

One Home to Call, That’s All

You know personal injury lawyer David Gruber's ads. Now get to know his Fox Point abode.

Frank Lloyd Wright House B

One of his six American System-Built homes on Burnham. Quite a history. Quite a home.

The Gritty History of S. 5th St.

A dense ethnic melting pot, the Walker's Point street declined for decades, now booming anew.

Hamburger Mary’s Has 1877-Era Buildings

Many old Milwaukee touches in campy, gay-themed restaurant, bar and arcade.

Home For a Lieutenant Governor?

Mandela Barnes' northwest-side condo was once part of segregated neighborhood.

Bayside High Rise Razes Many Buildings

Speakeasy bar among buildings destroyed for 30-story complex, highest in suburbs.

Up-Down Milwaukee Is Arcade Heaven

Brady St. bar has 60 vintage arcade games, 59 beers on tap, great views and loud vibe.

Developer Blair Williams’ Federal-Style Manse

Lovely $583,000 East Side home built by architect Armand Koch in 1915 for Ogden family.

Meeting Addresses Swing Park Homicides

Mayor, police, city officials, residents have a solution-oriented meeting short on anger.

Riverwest’s Club 99 Has 116-Year History

Old Miller tied house has had many different owners, now on Riverwest 24 course.

This is It! Bar Will Expand

City's oldest gay bar will take over some of space for Louise's restaurant, now closing.

Nicolet High School Tunnel Will Close

Only tunnel under I-43 to be shut down permanently. School, state officials won't say why.

A Home Built for Entertaining

Owners of this riverfront home hold their share of Democratic fundraisers.

Nomad’s Worldly Beer Garden

The Nomad is a Brady Street fixture and its patio has become a destination in its own right.

New Boutique for Water Street

Non-profit Grand Avenue Club to open store around corner from its headquarters.

The Speakeasy Was Exactly That

The surreptitious Bayside bar, opened during Prohibition, was one of the few in metro area.

A Rare Frank Lloyd Wright Home

A late and larger Wright, built in 1958, stands out from otherwise bland Bayside.

The House of Spider George

He's the entertainment director of Festa Italiana, and married to a Mafia don's daughter.

The Cheel, Thiensville’s Best Bar?

Located on the Interurban bike path, hotel bar's history goes back to 1895.

Church House to be Razed

1927 Italian church converted to a home will be replaced by duplex on Lower East Side.

Nomad Nacional is an Urban Marvel

Pop-up soccer bar in 125-year-old building a case study in urban revitalization.

The House of City Insiders

Former city tax assessor Julie Penman and streetcar consultant Jeff Bentoff live here.

Giuliani Can’t Practice Law in D.C.

Trump's lawyer has "inactive" license in D.C. so can't defend president there.

Veggas Pub Is a Riverwest Survivor

Most taverns in area long gone; this 19th century-era bar is still unique.

Famed Arts Teacher Elsa Ulbricht’s Home

She lived in Ferry & Clas home for 86 years, created nationally known New Deal art project.

Dan Kohl’s “Hidden” Condo

Democrat challenging Rep. Glenn Grothman downsized into this 4,326-square-foot Mequon home.

Boone & Crockett’s New Digs

New bigger bar, still intimate and rustic like the old one.

Breast Cancer Showhouse for a Cure 2018

This East Side classic was designed by one of Milwaukee's most popular early architects of grand homes.

Hop Over to The Wicked Hop

One of the few taverns on streetcar line, in one of few buildings to survive Third Ward fire.

Milwaukee Brewing’s Building For Sale

But can any small brewer afford to buy a $3 million facility?

Classic Terrace Ave. Home on NARI Tour

And in the basement: Authentic Irish Pub with Poker Room and streetscape of Dublin Streets.

Vel Phillips’ Home Razed

The trailblazing alderwoman bought home from Mayor Maier, who often quarreled with her.

Travails Of An 1870 Walker’s Point Home

Lovely Italianate mansion featured on Spaces & Traces tour. But its restoration was oh-so-hard.

Walker’s Pint Is City’s Oldest Lesbian Bar

In an 1885 building that's been a tavern for more than a century. A local classic.

Special Elections Attract Local Interest

Milwaukee Democrats raising money for outstate special elections Walker resisted calling.

A Bar That’s Also a Museum

Brew City MKE in Grand Avenue Mall serves only Milwaukee beers -- and brewing history.

Riverwest Octagon House Cuts Corners

Who built it, when and where? Many mysteries surrounding rare home built in 1850s.

Huge New Project for Third Ward

Including 60 apartments, balconies, retail, 76 parking spaces and We Energies substation.

Unique New Place for Craft Beers

Eagle Park Brewing Co. is now in the century-old former space of The Hamilton. It is solid.

A Very Urban Milwaukee Home

UM President Jeramey Jannene's comfy Bay View bungalow has an oh-so-dry basement.

Let Us Celebrate Saint John’s Third Tower

Ground breaking for third lakefront tower draws crowd of saints and sinners.

Oh, That New Zealand-Style Food Truck

Third Ward board mulls over a food truck. Plus: a plan to develop land under the freeway.

Toni’s Is Strictly Old Bay View

Full name Toni's Moody Blues, style working class, history harking back to 1886.

Streetcar Barn is Hopping

Next week The Hop hits the streets of Milwaukee, today we take you inside the Operations and Maintenance Facility.

A Gentleman’s Club for 134 Years

Downtown's Milwaukee Club, founded 1884, is the oldest and most exclusive bar in town.

Judge Jason Downer’s Home Restored

How Russell Zimmermann restored one of city's "finest Victorian Gothic" buildings.

New York Times Most Popular Home

That would be this 1892, Queen Anne home on West Side selling for just $190,000.

Sobelman’s Is Deliciously Historic

Unique Schlitz tavern from 1889 has great heritage, great PR, great burgers.

Brady St. Will Get West End Anchor

Former Hybrid Lounge would become 24-hour diner, coffee shop and beer garden.

Paintball Dave’s Conversion Moves Forward

1925 building will become apartments, retail. Plus: ZIPMKE photographs the city.

Jason Kidd’s Lakefront Mansion Sold

From basketball to high finance: $2.6 million home bought by angel investor.

White House Tavern Controversy

New owners of 1890 tavern making changes, alderman files for historic preservation.

A James Douglas Masterpiece

Wonderful Prospect Ave. mansion built in 1890 by one of city's best architects.

The Cheapest Tavern in Town?

Ollie's is classic South Side workers' bar with no craft beers, but 111 years history.

Bonnie Blair’s Olympic Estate

The home is fittingly located on an oval.

Third Ward Firehouse Conversion Approved

1915 riverfront building at foot of Water Street Bridge to become three unit "family retreat."

What Makes Hooligan’s a Landmark

Long colorful history includes days as a political campaign headquarters.

The House of Fraud

Owner of Downer Woods home has a dozen different names and is charged with fraud.

Will Historic Home Be Saved?

St. Rita's development could destroy 1875 building by architect James Douglas.

Snack Boys Boasts 130-Year History

Upscale South Side bar was once working class saloon before Prohibition.

Sprecher Moves to Walker’s Point

Returning to its roots, Sprecher taproom will be in old facility of failed Brenner Brewing.

Classic Eschweiler Home Back on Market

Astor St. home, long used commercially, connected to 20th century's most famous stamp.

Wherehouse, Hot Water Bars Selling

New owners will house Boone & Crockett, Gypsy Taco and Pedal Tavern there.

America’s Leading Concertina Bar

Formerly Altenburg's, now Kochanski's, still preserving an old Milwaukee tradition.

Jason Kidd’s Lakefront Mansion Sold

From basketball to high finance: $2.6 million home bought by angel investor.

Work Begins on Third Saint John’s Tower

New 22-story, $123 million tower for senior housing and care facility on Prospect.

More Development In East Village

First home to be razed in 2018, on E. Kane Pl., getting replaced by three-story duplex.

Top 10 Homes Featured in 2017

Readers loved these stories the most -- except for Bob Donovan.

Top 10 Bar Exams of 2017

Most popular stories: old bars. Corner bars. And some surprises.

It’s Always Christmas at Dale’s

Classic bar with Christmas and clown decorations, great soup, integrated clientele.

Judge John DiMotto to Retire

One of state's top-rated circuit court judges retiring after a 42-year career.

Bucks’ Dellavedova Has Shorewood Home

Surprise, it's a quite tasteful, Tudor Revival home with $1.3 million price tag.

Harbor District Plans Unveiled

Plan would redevelop 888 acres, create $864 million in property development and 5,663 new jobs.

The City Christmas Tree House

Each year a city resident donates a spruce for City Hall. Here's the home of 2017's winner.

Nessun Dorma The 13th Owner of Bar

Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987.

How Will Streetcar Stops Be Designed?

Third Ward board reviews possible styles.

Amtrak Rolls Out New Locomotives

And new branding. And connecting trains in Chicago have increased their speed.

Seriously, Another Church That’s Now a Home?

Yep, this 1927 Italian pentecostal church was finally turned into a one-family home in 2007.

Vintage, an East Side Bar With Odd History

Former Morry's space was once auto dealer and then refrigerator showroom.

Second Thoughts on Brady Street Building

At meeting of neighborhood residents some push for a park, but idea doesn't carry the day.

Fire Fighter Lives Far Far Away

Union leader Seager lives In McMansion Jr.-style home worth $475,000 in Town of Jackson.

Baby Boomers Is Classic Bay View

The old working-class Bay View before the 288 Stitchweld apartments arose here.

Condo Plan Okayed for Third Ward

A 13-unit complex, though the pediments were questioned. And more Ice Bars coming!

Matt Flynn’s East Side Eschweiler

Gubernatorial candidate has lovely home, lovely location, but won't let assessor in.

The Backyard, a Unique Bay View Bar

A tavern here since 1909, and where else can you grill your own steaks outdoors?

How a Church Became a Home

Adventist church from 1920s on Van Buren is now one of the area's oddest homes.

Neighbors Fight for Brady St. Fire Station

But by the end of public meeting held by Ald. Kovac many seemed resigned to its loss.

Circle A Is Classic Riverwest Tavern

Built next to RR track, building a tavern for 120 years, now intimate music venue.

We’re All Running For Governor

Ten Democrats are running, and most were at this forum, chastising Walker.

US Treasurer’s Name Misspelled on Official Site

Her name goes on all U.S. dollars, but Trump administration unsure of spelling.

Group Fights River Hills Development

Residents fear a zoning change might harm bedroom community's character.

Board Questions Shake Shack’s Signage

Historic Third Ward ARB acts on a host of small changes, from signs to a new dock.

Historic Sanger House and Gardens

Labor of love brought this 1872 mansion back to life. Tour the property and its beautiful gardens during Doors Open.

Bryant’s, Serving Cocktails Since 1936

Originally a "tied house," Bryant's is city's oldest cocktail lounge. Stop in during Doors Open.

A Classic Ferry & Clas Mansion

Solid brick (18 inches thick) Tudor Revival, five fireplaces, Hilarious history.

Summerfest Wants New Entrance, Plaza

Design team is visiting other cities' musical festivals for ideas.

Quarters Is Very Old School

It's the old Riverwest, not the new, for cheap beer and hard rock.

A Cottage of Curiosities

How old or who designed it is unknown; and why the peculiar shared wall?

Park East Hotel to Close

60-year-old hotel in E. State St. sold; future uncertain.

Henry’s Is Anything But a Bistro

More low-down bar than East Side chic, but in a century-old building.

Tiny Railroad Tower House Is Unique

Third Ward's "Interlocking" Tower may be only such residential home in America.

Third Ward Ballet Building Okayed

New 50,000-square-foot building could transform the Milwaukee Ballet.

Junior’s Hook Has 125-Year Heritage

Old South Side tavern since 1892, with countless owners, is suddenly chic.

New Projects Reflect Brady Street Boom

Infill projects on Arlington and Astor streets, Marshall St. could be next.

Nomad’s History Goes Back to 1880s

"Soft-drink parlor" of 1920s now has soccer-themed, international ambience.

Harbor District To Have 40 “Habitat Hotels”

Planning for district's 1000-acre site nearly done. "Hotels" naturalize sheet pilings.

19th Century Third Ward Tavern Saved

Decrepit Erie St. tavern predating great 1892 fire will get historic renovation.

The Newest East Side Mansion

Developer Robert Schmidt's clever addition to Back Bay area is new but old.

The Foundation Goes Back to 1893

Structure has carried neighborhood taps and now Milwaukee's go-to Tiki bar, Foundation.

Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion At 125

Museum celebrates home's 125th anniversary. Open for tours since 1978.

Romans’ Pub Was Old Speakeasy

Old roadhouse from 1885 had booze and Chicago connections during Prohibition.

Row House An Architectural Treasure

1891 Friedmann Row is now condos, one owned by ex-judge James Gramling.

Shorewood Tavern Located on Bike Path

American Legion Post has a classic, 1940s bar, just steps from the Oak Leaf Trail.

The Manderley Bed & Breakfast

1886 West Side home of world's most acclaimed woman farmer now a classic B&B.

Camino Has Romance and History

1890 Walker's Point building once housed leather, upholstery and wood working shops.

The Land of Single Family Homes

Why riverfront land on Kane Pl. hasn't attracted big, multi-unit projects.

Jabari Parker’s New Bachelor Pad

Bucks star still owns $570,000 Grafton home; now has a cool Brewers Hill warehouse.

Hi-Hat’s History Dates to 1870s

Building moved three times; a veritable history of Polish community.

Lincoln Fowler’s Century-Old Home

Colectivo co-owner has 4.5 bathrooms, 3 fireplaces, and lots of coffee.

The House of Buried Cars

Riverwest home, with three cars buried in yard, also a geo-cache site.

Finks Tavern Adds Patio

Backyard patio is not high style, but "high-sensory, high design."

High Dive’s Equitable Atmosphere

For decades a mom-and-pop tavern; now a hip hangout.

Sheriff Candidate Lives In Style

Earnell Lucas, head of MLB security has lovely, $621,000 East Side home.

Lakefront Brewery Embraces the Can

Along with some new logos. The canning is done by Stevens Point Brewery.

Tour a 1902 Eschweiler Mansion

Breast Cancer 2017 Showcase on Terrace Ave. built by industrialist Clarence Falk.

Historic Preservation Winners Celebrated

And Best Place at the Pabst Brewery announces new coffee shop and bar.

La Cage Is Center of Pride Parade

But precisely who owns it has gotten murky.

Mayor’s Design Awards All Over Map

Big, little, new or renovated, award winners in 13 of 15 aldermanic districts.

Hendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?

The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.

Landmark Celebrates 90 Years

Celebration by classic bowling alley includes special Lakefront beers.

Gibraltar Has International Heritage

Now a jazz club, 1895 building on National Ave. long featured the International House.

Kohler Seeks Change in Liquor Law

Is Kohler considering opening a distillery?

Rep. Evan Goyke’s Fixer-Upper

3,571-square-foot, 14-room, 1894 home requires constant fixing.

New Radio Station on Brady Street

New liberal station, Talk Radio 1510-AM, is moving to Brady Street.

Menomonee Valley Lacks Transit

Valley's employers have transit needs similar to suburbs, study says.

St. Rita Church to be Razed, Replaced

Plan includes $20 million senior living complex on Lower East Side.

New Public Museum Cost Is $150 Million

Seeks $50 million each from county, state and private donors.

More Problems For New Land

Gokhman project that created Farwell "mini-earthquake" now has stuck truck.

Bay View Bowl Will Charm You

Once one of 200 bowling alleys in town, now a lively, artsy survivor.

Could Pabst Brewery Transform Industry?

CEO sees new Milwaukee brewery as place for innovative creations.

A Lift For Brady Street, Swing Park

Casablanca gets old lift station for dining patio; Swing Park area gets redesign.

Mark Mone’s French Provincial Manse

UWM chancellor's nearly $1 million home boasts a bar and wine cellar.

Long Empty Store Off Brady Street Sold

1894 building was grocery for decades. Plus: remembering bar owner Bill Lennon.

Manifest Destiny

Messenger-themed bicycle race takes to streets and alleys for 16th year.

Bosco’s Is a Baseball Tavern

Riverwest bar once was next to gas station owned by Bob Uecker's father.

A Tiny Odd Beauty in Riverwest

Mediterranean Revival home was long an office for landscape firm.

Brown Deer Park’s Road Saved

County changes plan to eliminate signature loop roadway in popular park.

Testing For 22-Story Building on Prospect

Saint John's high-rise addition on lakefront site, former Civil War camp.

The Charm of Caroline’s Jazz Club

There's been a tavern here since 1880s, and jazz for decades.

Wales and Yang Spar at Forum

Plus: Judicial race fuels nasty dispute over Yang's endorsements.

Chisholm For Governor?

Will District Attorney run against Walker? DA's son encourages speculation.

The Most Beautiful Bar In Town?

Best Place at the Pabst is one of the most enchanting saloons in the nation.

Private Collections of the Wealthy

"Milwaukee Collects" at Milwaukee Art Museum offers great works by local collectors.

Little Whiskey Bar Has Lots of It

Whiskey, that is. Venerable South Side bar is attached to 1870 mansion.

A Millionaire’s Neoclassical Mansion

$1.7 million East Side mansion where Fred Miller grew up is architectural gem.

Two Tall Men Duel Over Schools

Evers and Holtz square off in superintendent's race; sparks fly both ways.

A Slumlord’s Modest Cape Cod

Mohammad Choudhry has 46 properties, 3,000 code violations and this house.

Summerfest Plans Bang-Up Banner

The huge 50th anniversary sign is unique. "Horrible," says Ald. Bauman.

Banks Out; Starbucks In at Groceries

Banks closing at Piggy Wiggly, Pick 'N Save, Kroger, while Starbucks cafes added.

Slumlord’s River Hills Mansion

James Herrick lives in $1.1 million home, makes money off squalid rental properties.

$2 Million BRT Study Underway

25 detectors along 9-mile Bus Rapid Transit route measure traffic to find best route.

Urban Harvest Hosts Urban Milwaukee

Urban Milwaukee's first members-only event tapped into a lot of fun.

Ice Bar Opens at Public Market

St. Paul Fish Company's outdoor bar has solid ice walls, hot drinks, warm service.

New Summerfest Name, New Amphitheater

American Family gets naming rights to Summerfest, helps pay for amphitheater.

Jazz Estate’s South Side Chic

Bought by Bryant's owner, who added some of its plush, padded style.

Historic Brady Street Building Returns

Long vacant Pecoraro's Market, revived as store, apartments, has open house.

Locals Join March on Washington

Megan Holbrook calls on locals to join Women's March on Washington.

Lee’s Luxury Lounge Has Blessed Beer

Bay View bar is oddly sprawling place with unique history and ritually blessed bar.

Glorioso’s Will Expand on Brady

Its old store will become cooking school, demonstration kitchen and more.

St. John’s Considers Expansion

Retirement home on Prospect would build addition in parking lot on Kane Pl.

Top 10 Tavern Reviews of 2016

Including historic, oddly unique taverns in Bay View, Riverwest and Brady Street areas.

The Top 10 Stories of 2016

Readers' favorites? Stories about mansions, rich people, sports stars, politicians.

Bremen Cafe’s Roots Go Back to 1895

Building began as bar in 1895 and much is still original in popular Riverwest bar.

Ben Handelman’s Nautical Outpost

Fox 6 anchor watches for ships for his Big Boats blog from a classic lakeside apartment.

My Office, East Town’s Last Dive Bar

The 136-year-old building, the clientele, the atmosphere are all unique.

The Return of Condos

First condos since 2008 announced for Third Ward by developer Peter Renner.

Restaurant Owners Have Lots of Land

Modest Astor St. homes of Scott Johnson and Leslie Montemurro sit on one-third acre.

Shaker’s Cigar Bar is Smoking

City's only cigar bar has fine dining and retro-cocktails, classic architectural artifacts.

New Stage for Summerfest Coming

U.S. Cellular inks 10-year deal; will spend millions to replace its music facility by 2018.

Bader Rutter CEO’s Riverside Life

Greg Nickerson will move Bader Rutter downtown, just upriver from his urban penthouse.

Tiny Squirrel Cage Hard to Find

Peculiar old Riverwest tavern has 500 square feet, no tap beers, squirrelly atmosphere.

Welcome Back, Talgo USA!

Despite its harsh treatment by the state, the Spanish manufacturer is back in Milwaukee.

Third Ward Board Okays “Atelier” Project

Five-floor warehouse near Public Market will become 31 luxury apartments.

Malone’s Bar Has a Bay View Style

But it's on Brady St. Which shows how much the two neighborhoods have in common.

David Stearns’ Must-See Victorian Home!

Did the Brewers heady GM crunch the numbers before buying the $600,000 home?

Steve Novak’s Dull Whitefish Bay Home

Milwaukee Buck and former MU star has plain-Jane home, eagle-eyed neighbors.

Eastsider, Scene of the Crime?

Tiny historic tavern is where police officer drank with patron he allegedly later raped.

Siefert Unfit For Sheriff, Clarke Declares

Clarke derides Siefert's physical fitness. And: Badger sports bring huge returns to UW.

Kane Place Cottage Celebrates the Seasons

This well-preserved Polish Flat was built in 1900.

Future of the Harbor District

Community-engaged plan could transform 1,000 urban acres, nine miles of waterfront.

Union Activist’s Brady Street Beauty

The assessor loved the 1909 home's stained glass and bevelled leaded glass windows.

Inside the Renaissance Book Shop

Deconstruction begins on four-floor building laden with books, debris -- and treasures.

Urban Bay View Is Unique

Very urban, newly remodeled, with great views and interesting history.

Will Judge Siefert Run for Sheriff?

Insiders say he's retiring, could target Clarke. And Charlie Sykes won't run for Senate.

John Hammond’s Hum-Drum Colonial

Bucks general manager has $850,000 Whitefish Bay home. And he doesn't vote much.

Because Scott Walker Asked, Fred Kasten Gave

His now famous $10,000 check was just a third of his property tax bill on his $1.1 million home.

MobCraft Milwaukee

The world's first completely crowdsourced brewery is another piece of the redevelopment of Walker's Point.

10-Story Apartment Building Planned for East Side

140-unit, $35 million apartment project proposed for former Boy's Club site, neighbors react

The Whitnall House

One of handful of Pre-Civil War homes in City, was birthplace of the "Father of Milwaukee Parks System."

Black Cat Mural Alley Opens

Sometimes the best public art is hidden from view.

Fish Market’s Outdoor Bar

It's a bar... on the street... with barstools!

Sage on Prospect Opens

Nearly all 34 units leased in the first month. Building on track for LEED Platinum designation.

Inside New Jan Serr Studio at UWM

Doors Open site will also host Milwaukee Film Festival Party.

Milwaukee Ale House

A Milwaukee staple that was quite the pioneering enterprise when it opened in 1997.

David Winograd’s Mequon McMansion

Milwaukee developer's $1.2 million home is in subdivision where rusty mailboxes aren't allowed.

Mexico Opens 50th US Consulate Here

A big turnout of American and Mexican politicians with "Trumpism" in the air.

An “Extraordinary” Frank Lloyd Wright

Terrace Ave. home cost Manpower exec Robert Elsner $37,000 in 1955, now worth $750,000.

Puddler’s Hall, 144 Years of Union History

It will be celebrating History Channel's "Milwaukee Blacksmith" show on Tuesday.

Molinaroli Sues Neighbors, Condo Group

Embattled Johnson Controls CEO hasn't yet moved in, but legal sparks fly,

Third Ward Warehouse To Be Developed

Jennaro Building, last vacant warehouse, becoming office building, as ARB okays plan.

Library Charged $1.5 Million for Journal Archive

Library turned down NewsBank offer; Journal Sentinel promises archive, but when?

The Tale of Tony’s Tavern

Once a hotel, it was a classic bar owned by same family for 83 years.

The Fabulous Gustave Pabst Mansion

Built in 1907 and later divided into four units, one of its renters is custard king Karl Kopp.

Security Tight for Sykes Book Talk

Boswell hires security guards, but book talk was dull affair, it turns out.

Brady Street Store Dragonfly Will Close

Annette French's vintage clothing shop had operated there for 16 years.

City Department Paints the Town

Painted curbs will denote no-parkng areas. And new parking checkers will ride bikes.

Club Brady Has 130-Year History

There's been a tavern in odd trapezoidal building since 1885. Blame it on the lake.

Last Site at Kane Commons Getting Built

Single family home is last piece in complicated, $4 million real estate jigsaw puzzle.

Alex Lasry’s $1 Million Waterfront Condo

And why not? The son of Bucks owner Marc Lasry has become a MAJOR player in town.

Pourman’s Used To Be Sausage Factory

Yet it's been a tavern for more than a century. This is truly old Milwaukee.

The Riverwest 24 Countdown House

109-year old Pierce St. duplex is unremarkable, save for its RW24 spirit.

The John Chisholm Road Show

He discusses his handling of crime, staff turnover and that "partisan witch hunt."

Black Swan Floats Downstream

The banquet hall on the Milwaukee River will move from Grafton to the Third Ward.

TWO Is For Couples, Get It?

Yep, the former Riverwest tailor shop is a tavern with intimate booths for TWOsomes.

Gary Witt’s House of Rock

Actually, you'd never suspect the hip Pabst leader owns this old-style, Prospect Hill home.

Is Kimpton Hotel “Project of the Decade”?

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel opens in Third Ward, to cheers of city and civic officials.

Big Plans for West Side Unveiled

Plan envisions public market and major grocery, movie theater and indoor sports complex.

Atty Mark Thomsen’s Tudor Mansion

New appointee to state Elections Commission overhauled his East Side mansion.

Burnhearts Builds on 122-Year History

Mixing hipster vibe and drinks in old working-class bar from the 1890s or earlier.

City Hall Vigil For Orlando Victims

All in attendance were silent as the nation's ninth-largest bell tolled for the dead.

Board Chair Fights Park Road Closure

Abele would close Brown Deer Park road to expand golf driving range. Lipscomb not sold.

Transit Activist’s Modest Bay View Cottage

Small is beautiful for Bill Sell, a fervent advocate for transit and bicycle-friendly policies.

Riverwest Tavern Is Very Dog-Friendly

There's been a neighborhood bar here for 100 years. The dogs are more recent.

Mayor’s Design Awards

The 2016 Mayor's Design Awards recognized projects from every corner of the city.

Architect Jim Shields’ Home Is… Okay

The city's best architect lives in a... solid East Side home. But those plaster cracks!

Tonic Tavern Was Old Livery Stable

And owner Paul Jonas did a good job of selective restoration.

Renaissance Books to be Deconstructed

Recycled company will carefully take apart and recycle materials from 1895 building.

Nick’s House to Meet Wrecking Ball

East Side tavern's building from 1880s has unique structure, virgin wood. Why destroy it?

Donald Baumgartner’s Princely Mansion

The generous plutocrat's River Hills home is fit to entertain a prince, and actually did.

The Small Pleasures of Koz’s Mini Bowl

For 60 years it's featured duck-pin bowling, the last such place in town.

Ald. Hamilton Lives In Depressed Area

He rose from poverty to become council president. Can he help his neighborhood rise, too?

Roman Coin a Pub For Pooches

Pets are welcome at the historic, 1890 tavern. It's a classic hangout.

Abele Quietly Changes Brown Deer Park

Circular road through park becomes dead end to create golf driving range.

D.I.X. Bar A Marvel of Old Architecture

110-year-old bar has tin ceilings and oak bar, floors, wainscoting, ice box and on and on.

The Mansion Where Nuns Lived

With connections to France, novelist Henry James and abolitionist Edward Holton.

Milwaukee Arts Barge Idea Floated

Could the barge become a vibrant public space for events and community connections?

How to Balance Architecture and Ego

Acclaimed architect and Marcus Prize winner Joshua Prince-Ramus does a TED-type talk.

Prime Leather Project Is a Huge One

Four buildings with more than 30,000 square feet will be renovated on S. 2nd St.

The Town’s Most Ship-Shape Home

The "Boat House" on Cambridge, built in 1920s, is internationally known.

Angelo’s Piano Lounge Amps It Up

After $100,000 renovation, old bar dating to 1930s has dropped Sinatra for rock'n'roll.

The Full Magnificence of a 1916 Home

Bob Monnat's $475,000 Georgian Revival Colonial celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Falcon Bowl, a Polish Milwaukee Treasure

An old-timey bar and hall and the sixth oldest bowling alley in America. Classic.

Live From Milwaukee, It’s MSNBC!

Chris Matthews and company are broadcasting to the world from Lakefront Brewery.

Shannan Hayden’s Nifty Newberry Tudor

Hayden is running against Ald. Nik Kovac and has a much finer home.

Third Ward Office Building Proposed

A five-story, 168,000 square-foot building brings yet more activity to the area.

Rosie’s Is – Gasp! – A Budweiser Bar

Originally a laundry near bordellos, building has been Rosie's on Water for many years.

Infill Building Planned for Third Ward

The five-story office and retail building in Third Ward will be -- gasp -- of modern design.

The Two Homes of Rebecca Bradley

Judge has Tosa Colonial and a Lower East Side condo near all those gays she condemned.

The Bottle Is An Architectural Find

The KK avenue bar's elaborately designed, 1890s-era back room is utterly unique in town.

WMSE Heats Up the Town

Annual chili fundraiser attracts nearly 4,000 people, raises $72,000 for radio station.

How to Renovate a Masterpiece

New owners spending millions to redo 1879 Mackie Building. Our photos tell the tale.

NM Demolishing Downtown Buildings

Firm hired by Northwestern Mutual achieved 93% recycling on new tower, but not this time.

Mysterious $1 Million Lakeside Mansion

Why does real estate honcho James Barry III hide his home's ownership?

The Rhythm Resounds On Water Street

140-unit apartment complex across from North End begins to rise.

Coffeetails Is For Morning Drinkers

Cozy cafe and tavern, sister bar of Y-NOT II, is open daily 6 am to 11 am.

Moore Backs Barrett, Brostoff Slams Abele

And One Wisconsin Now celebrates 10 years of bashing Republicans.

Kenney Targets Ald. Borkowski

Should challenger win, would be only military veteran on Common Council.

Villa Uhrig Was St. Louis Brewer’s Home

Restored 1850s Italianate villa near 34th and Lisbon is one of city's oldest homes.

Woody’s Is a Ramshackle Gay Bar

Once had tunnel to sneak in booze during Prohibition. It's been crumbling ever since.

River House Apartments Rising Quickly

Phase one of 450-unit, four-buiding complex that will revive Cream City brick exteriors.

Millionaire Paul Ryan’s Magnificent Home

House Speaker's Georgian home might befit a founding father. Take that, Donald Trump.

Lipscomb Runs Larson’s Celebration

Chris Larson wasn't there for victory celebration, so county board chair takes charge.

Kovac Raises Money for Reelection

Politicians, city officials and other notables chow down on food from Glorioso's.

Capitol Cape Cod for County Supervisor

Khalif Rainey lives just off Capitol Dr., looking to trade job for city alderman position.

Drink Wisconsinbly Is Very Very Local

Wisconsin beer, Wisconsin Culture, Wisconsin jokes -- only Badgers here, buddy.

Liberal Group Seeks Talk Radio Voice

Claims AM conservative talk radio is "racist" and "hateful." Is liberal talk radio possible?

Conway’s Is Last Word in Smoked Meat

Classic colorful Wells St. neighborhood bar also grills meats and plays the blues.

How Parsonage Became a Cool B-and-B

The 125-year-old, Queen Anne, reverend's home now attracts world travelers.

Behold The ECO Mayor

Barrett touts green efforts, changes name of environmental sustainability office to ECO.

The Fire at East Pointe Commons

Weekend fire injures one, upsets many in 24-unit complex, but handled promptly.

City Birthday Party All About Dining

Politicians and candidate hopefuls mix with winners of dining awards.

National Avenue’s House of Artists

Including current owner Tom Bamberger and former tenants like painter Carri Skoczek.

Lawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates

And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.

Fat Daddy’s Is All About Beach Volleyball

Once an odd little South Side bar, now very serious about all the games it offers.

Governor’s Tosa Home Up for Sale

The real estate agent, the wife of First Lady's cousin, was among first to gay wed in state.

Ald. Kovac’s “Adult” Home Is Very Modest

The 1893 Riverwest home has just 1.5 stories and one bathroom with 10% ventilation.

Klinger’s East Is a Time Warp

Still with same owner after 40 years, it's very old Milwaukee -- modest, cozy, quaint.

Dr. Sheldon Wasserman’s Lesser Manse

The Democrat's $655,700 Lake Dr. home barely compares to his neighbors' mansions.

Aladdin Brings Cafe to City Hall

The Middle Eastern-restaurant is also located at Public Market and Amtrak station.

History of the Up and Under

It dates back a century, was a Polish bar, "soft drink parlor" and a house of blues.

Ald. Wade’s Tiny Cape Cod

No fireplace or rec room, just 1091 square feet. A modest living politician indeed.

Johnson Controls Will Shrink, CEO Says

Molinaroli speaks frankly: company will spin off auto seats division, reposition its stock.

Benelux Stars Where Speakeasy Stood

Once a dive with bootleg liquor, now a spectacular setting for world class Belgian brews.

Von Trier Is a Teutonic Treasure

It abounds in such artifacts and boasts a huge selection of German tap beers.

A Historic House Almost Destroyed

1880 home on Cambridge saved by historic preservation law that could be overthrown.

New Era for Riverside Theater

Cool new retro marquee unveiled. And an ongoing project will upgrade the entire theater.

Monica’s on Astor Replaced Former Bordello

It's a cozy, unique bar in building that goes back to 1850s. But about that racy history...

All Hail Our Business Improvement Districts

City party celebrates work of 35 BIDs, which have helped improve many city neighborhoods.

The Irish Pub’s Roots Go Back 120 Years

Its history saw it go from Pabst Tied House to "soft drink parlor" to gay bar to Irish bar.

Streets of Old Milwaukee Made New

Public Museum has redone the 50-year-old exhibit, adding more sights and sounds and smells.

Hybrid Lounge, City’s Newest Gay Bar

In a building whose history goes back to 1890, it attracts a hybrid of gay and straight folks.

1894 Building Boasts New Orleans-Style Bar

New Brass Alley on Third St. has spent heavily on atmosphere. Evolution ping pong bar is on 2nd floor.

Chris Abele’s High-Rise Double Condo

Now separated from his wife, he has a luxurious, 8,132-square-foot suite near the top of the Moderne.

City Goes Medieval on Renaissance

Throwing the book at owner of old Renaissance store, whose failing structure endangers pedestrians.

89-Unit Complex Would Face Swing Park

Approval sought for river-side complex with 4 townhouses and 85 apartments embracing Swing Park.

Oscar’s Is a Classic South Side Pub

A century old, just below 16th St. Viaduct, known for its hamburgers and reasonably priced micro beers.

Milwaukee School Named After Ben Carson

The Benjamin Carson Academy of Science "fails to meet expectations." Remind you of anyone?

The Drug House Owned by City Manager

Strange but true: City's Property Management Program Coordinator accused of running drug house.

Ira Robins Makes Bid for Kovac Seat

Launches campaign by making shocking, though, unsupported allegations.

Conservation Voters Convene

Former congressmen Obey and Petri make a League of Conservation Voters fundraiser a stop on their bipartisan road trip.

City Accepts $14 Million Federal Streetcar Grant

City wins TIGER grant after "a brutal competition" where demand for transit dollars greatly exceeded the sums appropriated.

Harbor Room Is Classic Gay Men’s Bar

Its colorful 108-year history charts the rise and fall of a dense manufacturing neighborhood.

Donovan Wants Fewer Police “Chiefs”

And "more Indians." Alderman and mayoral candidate proposes to redo police staffing to cut higher-ups.

Lakefront Gateway Design Winner Named

Local firm Graef Selected for $23 million project to create a "beautiful" and "active" plaza.

Bay View’s Haunted House

The front yard is populated by ghouls, ghosts and enough tombstones to fill Forest Home Cemetery.

Bublr Dock Installed at Lakefront Brewery

The ceremony celebrating it featured a bubbler spouting Lakefront beer. Fixed Gear, of course.

Barrett, Walker, Tout New Freshwater Plaza

$48 million mixed-use development has a little to do with water and a location near inner harbor.

O’Lydia’s Has 99-Year History

The atmospheric, old-style tavern still has the original floor, tin ceiling and back bar.

Will Public Market Expand?

The fish market wants to expand outdoor cafe. And Chevy Johnson kicks off campaign for alderman.

Bridge Over Troubled Finances

Classic Lake Park bridge is falling apart. Will county pick cheap option? Will neighbors fight this?

Major Goolsby’s, Still a Great Sports Bar

One of nation's first, where Charles Barkley and Reggie Jackson, among others, hung out.

Wisconsin Falling Behind on Renewable Energy

These businesses spend much of their time battling political opposition in Wisconsin, an expert notes.

Journal Sentinel Will Lose All Local Control

Gannett purchase will make it part of national chain, integrated into USA Today-centered operation.

CEO Alex Molinaroli’s Riverwest Townhome

What's a millionaire doing in a Reservoir Ave. town house? A divorce and legal problems will do that.

Dahlberg Leaves City for Cincinnati Job

Did city's longtime building inspector lack the legal qualifications for the job here?

Restoration Hardware to Third Ward?

Architectural Review Board creates confusion. Plus: New beats for Journal Sentinel reporters.

Street Closing on Arena Agenda

Murphy makes appointments to WCD board; City to retain naming rights for garage

Prospect Avenue Apartments Win Board OK

One-way traffic on N. Prospect Ave. slammed by developer

Lakefront Brewery

This popular attraction is not just for tours anymore.

David Barnett Gallery

The gallery is housed in a historic 1875 Edward Townsend Mix mansion

The Winchester, a Zombie Bar?

The Winchester replaces chain bar Two Bucks, which lost its franchise after allegations of racism

Hillary Clinton Comes to Town

UWM Union once again site of presidential candidate visit and a tribute to the late Art Elkon

The Return of Peter Park

Now a top consultant, the former city planner says Milwaukee's 20-year plan was done in a decade.

Bucks Sign Contract for Park East Land

Press conference with Abele celebrates award of 10 acres of county land for $1 and big dreams.

Michael Carter-Williams’ River Hills Mansion

Bucks' star has a $1.7 million, 9,900 square foot, neo-Tudor on Upper River Rd.

Landmark Lanes’ Jazzy 88-Year History

Serving booze during prohibition and built by a billionaire jailbird whose son become an ambassador.

Juneau Park Gains a Bike Oasis

Handy bike fix-it station donated by Barb Stein; more park improvements still to come.

City Clerk’s Home Is His Castle

Jim Owczarski's home towers over the nearby ranch homes.

Architectural Review Board for Bay View?

Ald. Zielinski has raised question and a KK Ave. BID member makes inquiries about starting ARB.

Tim Gokhman Builds His Dream Home

Developer is building on one of the last remaining lots in Beerline B.

Jamo’s, a 1950s Time Warp

A quiet corner bar of long vintage with velvet paintings of misty-eyed beauties, it's not easy to find.

Taylors, Downtown’s Neighborhood Bar

It was one of the first bars in town to embrace its sidewalk, and feature outdoor drinking.

Scott Walker Peddles Bull

No stranger to peddling bull, governor hosts Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction at State Fair

Frederick Lofts Represents “Tipping Point” For City

At the dedication of 100-unit market-rate apartment building at the former Pabst Brewery, mayor hopeful for continued growth of downtown housing.

New Penthouse for Old Third Ward Building

Eppstein Uhen short of space in Headquarters; Bauman rips Summerfest traffic woes; and his challenger kicks off campaign

Lipscomb’s River Ranch

County Board chairman's ranch is in isolated part of Glendale near dammed river.

Thirsty Fox Is For Golfers

At city border near Brown Deer and Tripoli golf courses, the old road house has been here since 1930s.

Mark Borkowski’s Quaint Ranch Home

County supervisor lives in suburban-style area at edge of Greenfield but wants to be alderman.

Brady Street Apartments Debated at Meeting

And Frank Alioto gives remarkable speech about Brady Street's potential.

Harbor Area Will Be Redesigned

Calling all architects & planners: Brownfield with coal piles bordering harbor will be redeveloped.

Bay Street Pub May Underwhelm You

It's definitely old Bay View, not the "other East Side." But the beer garden has charm.

Redoing Gateway to Bay View?

Ald. Zielinski and designer of proposed 5-story, 72-unit complex on Kinnickinnic offer new version.

The House That Launched Riverwest 24

Jeramey Prach founded the 24-hour bike race and his modest, 19th century home, now greatly expanded, is the race's start and finish line.

Saz’s, Where Scott Met Tonette

Famed as the place where Scott Walker met his future wife, Saz's colorful history goes back to 1895.

The Harp, a Unique Waterfront Bar

The riverside has lots of restaurants and even breweries, but the venerable, Irish-themed Harp is the only true tavern along the water.

North Point Light Keeper’s House Is a Jewel

The historic 1887 Queen Anne home with ten rooms and panoramic views of the lake is now a museum. It will be part of Sunday's East Milwaukee Garden Tour.

New Apartment Complex for Brady Street

Proposed three-floor structure would offer apartments aimed at millennials plus 2,400 square feel of retail space.

William Minahan’s House of Big Debts

The Walker donor defaulted on a $500,000 loan from state jobs agency and owes more than $30,000 in property taxes on his $1 million River Hills home.

Kruz, a Tavern on the Docks

Near the lake, the RR tracks and a scrapyard, with one of the city's finest patios to take in the scene. What are you waiting for?

Transit Expansion Urged

Milwaukee is far behind other cities, which will make it harder to attract young workers, experts at conference agreed.

Celebrating the Life of Paul Jakubovich

A host of notables gathered to salute Jakubovich and the fabulous historic architecture of Milwaukee he helped protect.

The Horse Barn’s Final Days?

The huge facility on E. National has housed the police horses and downtown carriage horses, but is now heavy with debt and unpaid taxes.

The Other Pabst Mansion

Once among a row of brewing family mansions, the neoclassical gem has been restored and can be toured this weekend.

The Raunchy Prior Life of Finks

The upscale Humboldt Ave. bar was anything but for its first 100 years or so.

Shorewood’s “New” Frank Lloyd Wright Home

The modest home was hidden in plain sight until a Wright fan from Chicago started snooping around.

A Weekend of Gay Pride

Pridefest gets all the attention, but the Pride Parade is a true slice of Milwaukee that draws a very diverse crowd.

Race for Dudzik’s Seat Could Get Heated

Will anti-streetcar group get involved? And did Journal Sentinel exaggerate the number of candidates?

Kneisler’s White House, City’s Most Historic?

First established in 1891, and run by the same family for 115 years, the Bay View bar is a classic.

The City’s Illegal Entertainers

Until recently, Radio Milwaukee held live events with no city permit. Colectivo's live entertainment offerings at its Prospect Ave. location are still illegal.

The House That Song Lyrics Bought

The $1.6 million, Eschweiler-designed mansion is owned by Keith Mardek, owner of Hal Leonard Publishing, the world's leading sheet music publisher.

A Battle Over Historic Designation

Developer Robert Joseph wants to demolish 1880s tavern but Ald. Bauman and Third Ward board vote for historic designation, which provides protection for now.

The Only Saloon in Piggsville

And the Valley Inn is a dandy, with a nicely-restored 1898 building and all those photos (and stories!) of floods.

The Mansion That Moved

This 1890, $2 million Lake Drive mansion on the border of Shorewood once stood where Juneau Park is located. Blame it on the Socialists.

Mandel Group’s “Coolest Project” Ever

Mandel Group breaks ground on a 46-apartment, mixed-use development that includes an indoor climbing gym.

Steny’s Is For Sports and Wing Nuts

Chicken wings, a huge selection of beers, 17 flat screens blasting games, and super jolly crowd. What more do you want?

Will Historic Building in Third Ward Be Saved?

Third Ward review board defers decision on Historic Designation. And Milwaukee now has a Croatian sister city.

Craig Counsell’s Whitefish Bay Winner

The Brewers manager's $1.2 million colonial is a kid's paradise. Yet so secluded.

Push to Maintain Historic Tax Credits

State budget plan would reduce them, but new data shows big benefits for state in maintaining them, advocates say.

Thurman’s 15 is Always Dead

Metaphorically speaking only. The name celebrates the deceased Yankee, the atmosphere is heavy on the Grateful Dead, and the cozy tavern can get pretty lively.

A Mayor’s Home Is Still Notable

Once John Norquist's residence, this elegant 1889 home on S. 26th St. is included on Historic Milwaukee's upcoming Spaces and Traces tour.

Downer Avenue Stalled by Joel Lee?

City officials meet with neighbors about Downer Avenue, a thriving retail strip with one huge problem: Landlord Joel Lee's foreclosed properties.

We Want a New Arena!

Bradley Center rally organized by MMAC featured five speakers touting the benefits of building a taxpayer-subsidized NBA arena.

Riverwest Public House, a People’s Paradise

It's also where you sign up for the Riverwest 24 bike race on May 1st, so get ready to wait in line.

De Blasio Descends on Milwaukee

New York's mayor and crew of handlers and security came for his speech to state Democrats. Later he partied with local pols and local brews at Nick's House.

George’s Pub Features Singing Bartender

George is 82, sings like Johnny Cash, and takes no guff. Nor do his customers, many retired cops who probably still carry guns.

New Outdoor Cafe for Public Market?

Plus, a new parking plan for the Pritzlaff Building and a huge increase in wedding bookings at the Pritzlaff. All were revealed at Third Ward ARB meeting.

The Mackie Building’s Major Renovation

135-year-old building will be beautified and renovated to create 26 apartments, and a proposal for a modernistic "Mackie Building South" could connect to it.

MIAD Students Could Be Future Stars

School's increasing emphasis on designs with immediate commercial applications yields interesting results at spring Gallery Night.

Duke’s and Scooter’s Are Both Bargains

The co-joined bars at 150-8 E. Juneau share a building from 1876 and boast the cheapest prices on Water Street.

Whitefish Bay’s Welfare Fraud Home

This lovely Colonial has abundant nooks, color-coordinated ceilings, and a family whose parents have been arrested for welfare fraud.

Bucks Plan Envisions Arena Streetcar

$1 billion plan for new arena and other development would transform Park East land and tear down Bradley Center.

Zad’s Is a Relic of Old Milwaukee

Working-class bar with more than a century of history still opens at 6 a.m. You can feel the ghosts of its rooming-house era.

Journal Sentinel 20 Years Later

What is it about April Fool's Day? 20 years after the Journal-Sentinel merger comes its absorption into a chain of dailies.

Are Abrahamson’s Days as Chief Justice Numbered?

Constitutional amendment on April referendum would result in her being replaced as chief justice. Even if it fails, her salary will be reduced.

Club Garibaldi’s Very Italian Roots

It's a bar, restaurant, music club and a place that still serves as an Italian Mutual Aid Society.

Second Sage Building Will Be Super Green

The new Sage on Prospect, a 34-apartment complex, will have every imaginable green feature.

In Defense of Historic Tax Credits

National Trust for Historic Preservation's leader comes to town, where her speech to a crowd filled with notables dramatized the need for state to maintain the current credits.

High Court Candidates Blast Each Other

Challenger James Daley calls incumbent Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley a liberal, while she cites Republican Party functions he attends.

A Diary of the Milwaukee Messenger Invitational

An hour-by hour account of the rules, the drinks, the excitement and of course the people involved in the 14th annual bike race.

Harvey Jay Goldstein’s Home is a Prison

Sentenced to house arrest, the felonious attorney can only stare at the walls of his Bay View duplex for six months.

Why Indy Developer Likes Bay View

Meeting reveals more details for proposed $40 million, 307-unit apartment complex at old Sweet Water site.

Davis Sets, Cancels Meeting on Streetcar

His claim on streetcar turns out to be false. Meanwhile, new city assessor appointed with little fanfare.

RC’s Rock of Gibraltar

The first place opened by tavern titan R.C. Schmidt offers cheap drinks and tattered charm in a magnificently overbuilt steel structure.

Wikipedia Edits for President Walker

Oh, the records Walker would set, including first county exec rising to president and biggest age deficit between president and first lady.

Palm Tavern’s Incredible Drink Selection

Dive-bar exterior obscures remarkable selection of micro-beers and countless liquors you may never have tried.

Jabari Parker’s $570,000 Grafton Home

The 19-year old Bucks player and Mormon probably won't use the wet bar. But he'll love those high ceilings and lake views.

Will Bicycle Race Expand to Bay View?

Tour of America's Dairyland hopes to expand there. And a national benefits program for bicyclists expands to Milwaukee.

Joe Davis Announces Plan for NBA Arena

Actually, it wasn't really a plan. But it was a press conference.

Big Tobacco Discovers the Third Ward

It will be a test market for the nation: new lounge with attractive "spokesmodels" would promote smokeless electronic cigarettes made by R.J. Reynolds.

Halliday’s Is Historic Oddity

An 1888 home designed by Alfred Clas became a funny little tavern on Farwell where a bar stool always seems available.

Sculpture Disappears from Downtown

The 36-foot-high, $200,000 work was installed by Blue Cross in 1978; new owner of property won't reply to calls, artist has no idea what happened to sculpture.

John Shannon’s Marvelous Marietta Mansion

One of the great East Side homes, its history includes a remarkable cast of characters, almost a mini-history of Milwaukee elites.

The New Gateway to Bay View?

Development proposed at neighborhood meeting would include 5 stories, 3,000 square feet of first floor retail and 72 apartments on 4 floors above this.

Visit Wauwatosa?

Visit Milwaukee creates a web site for Tosa, which doesn't even tell you how to get there.

Rice N Roll Opens on N. Farwell Ave.

The small, simply designed place has some 150 offerings on its menu, including a number of Sushi items.

Streetcar Signing Is Quite a Celebration

The mayor, business leaders and pols toasted the streetcar in Cudahy's Irish Pub, with Michael Cudahy on hand.

Rebuilding A World of Cream City Brick

Huge "River House" development on the river will have 450 apartments, a substantial riverwalk and an updated Cream City design by architect Jim Shields.

Milwaukeean Scores Top NYC Job

Phil Walzak, who ran campaigns for Kohl, Barrett and Abele, is now a high-paid aide and good buddy of New York Mayor de Blasio.

The Rise and Fall and Rise of Dino’s

Riverwest bar, revived once again, was among the first in the nation to serve Lakefront beer. The food is good, too.

Magical Thinking Transforms Parking Garage

How artist Reginald Baylor and others re-styled a longtime eyesore, the Milwaukee Athletic Club's parking garage.

Horrors, Look At Those Building Vents!

East Side Architectural Review Board shudders at unapproved venting on new building at Oakland and North. Is there a solution?

Crowd Celebrates City Birthday Party

Politicians, PR people and other notables schmoozed away. The best rumor was that Chief Flynn might be retiring.

Charlie Sykes’ Private Island

His surprisingly modest Mequon Cape Cod is surrounded by and benefits from all kinds of publicly-funded, socialistic services.

Champion’s Pub, a Place for Conversation

It's an atmospheric place on a dead-end street where it won't hurt to quote Kant or Kierkegaard.

What Is Milwaukee Water Commons?

The recently-formed grassroots group, which looks to make sure all citizens benefit from Milwaukee's water resources, holds a fundraiser.

Amilinda Restaurant Opening Downtown

Formerly a pop-up restaurant at the National, it will now be permanently located at 315 E. Wisconsin Ave., with an expected opening in June.

The Mysterious Kondos Chateau

One of the town's most magnificent mansions has a strange history, complete with a jailed lawyer who once served a governor.

So Many Shows, So Little Time

Great art and great crowds, but I couldn’t help imagining what it would be like with a streetcar connecting all the galleries.

Who Will Replace Paul Jakubovich?

Ald. Bauman is pushing for prompt action to replace the longtime historic preservation head, who died last month.

Anti-Chisholm Candidate Fails to Get On Ballot

Monique Taylor sought open county supervisor seat to run against Gwen Moore’s son, but didn’t get enough signatures.

Simple Pleasures of The Newport

On the plainer, north side of Bay View, its a classic, unpretentious neighborhood bar.

An Overlooked Gem Off Brady Street

Built in 1891 by then-prominent architect Bernard Kolpaki, the home was restored and is now owned by a Whitefish Bay school principal.

Rena’s Closet Coming to Brady Street

Another retail store run by another Glorioso, and the selection of clothes and shoes looks lovely.

Last Call for Treats

A bar since 1895, with quite a checkered history, it will close on January 17.

The House of Holiday Lights

The building with Libby's Lounge on Van Buren St. has long had a wonderful display of lights and the show is still on, even though the bar was sold.

Victor’s Is a Hit on New Year’s Eve

The celebration lasts 34 hours here, and attracts a 1,000-plus customers. Will Mark Belling be there?

The Legacy of Paul Jakubovich

The City’s Historic Preservation Officer had an unmatched knowledge of and commitment to the preservation of historic buildings.

TV Star Dustin Diamond’s Cozy Cape Cod

Star of "Saved By the Bell" is charged with stabbing a man and could face years in prison. But Diamond does have a comfy abode in Port Washington to await his trial.

Trocadero Sold; Eitel No Longer Lowlands Group Manager

Dramatic change means owners of Red Lion also own Trocadero, giving them both bars on "Tannery Row."

Forest Home Library Replacement Decided, Mill Road Deferred

New library on Mitchell St. could bring "Third Ward-caliber energy" to the south side neighborhood, John Gurda predicts.

The Limited Charms of the UWM Gasthaus

Other than the beer selection, it’s a drab, deflating place. The good news it will soon be replaced.

The Red Lion’s a Roaring Success

Former Brocach turns from Irish to English, with plenty of beer, ale and cider on hand.

Walker’s Landing Coming to Commerce Street

The $19.5 million, 133-unit apartment complex along the river will fill in one of the last developable pieces of land on the Beerline.

Mystery of the Curve’s Urinal

Russ Klisch and I set out to rescue a massive old urinal from a tavern about to be torn down. Then things got complicated.

New Indian Pakistani Restaurant Coming

K2 Restaurant, named after the huge mountain in Pakistan, will open around Christmas.

Rep. Brostoff’s Historic East Side Condo

The new assemblyman lives in an 1870s building once used for rooming houses, but now elegantly refurbished, like most of the neighborhood.

New Forest Home Library Coming

Two proposals were unveiled at a public meeting of library board. Which one is better?

RACM Approves Tax Funding for Streetcar

The TIF funding approved will also pay for infrastructure for The Couture high-rise, whose architect promised it will "push the boundaries of urban design."

The Standard Has a Strange History

Just off Brady Street, it goes back to 1888, with a long list of owners and names.

Milwaukee Booster Lives in… Shorewood

OnMilwaukee.com co-owner Jeff Sherman and his wife have a Colonial home in the suburbs, but he tries to downplay this.

Mitchell Leather Building Seeks Historic Tax Credits

But most of Third Ward architectural review board meeting debates handicapped access ramp for Martin Building.

Milwaukee Art Museum Expansion

Crews have begun work on new exhibition space and lakefront entry for the museum, as our photos show.

How to Sell the Streetcar

Ald. Bob Bauman says mayor’s sales pitch lacks vision.

Huge Turnout for East Library Opening

It was a truly an East Side event, and a crowd with tons of notables celebrated history in the making.

Next Stops For The Streetcar

The devil is in the details of tax incremental financing and various meetings and approvals needed before construction begins.

Avenir Nearly Ready for the Future

The five-story, 104 unit apartment building is nearly ready for occupancy, the first residential development on county-owned Park East land.

Historic Brown Bottle Reopens

The 1907 building has an atmospheric interior filled with Germanic touches and Old World craftsmanship and the Schlitz is just $2 on tap.

Architect Chuck Engberg’s First Place on the River

His condo offers unmatched views of the passing pleasure craft, coal barges and trains.

New Coffee House on Jackson Street

Pleasant Kafe opens on street where three new apartment complexes opened within the last year.

This Is It, Our Oldest Gay Bar

Opened in 1968, across from Cathedral Square, the no-frills joint is the state's oldest continuously-operated gay bar.

New Apartments Planned for Third Ward

Building which once housed Northwestern Coffee Mills will be renovated to include 15 urban apartments and two retail spaces.

BMO Bank Chief Hails City’s Revival

The city's infrastructure has been transformed, and the regional economy is strong, he tells a meeting of business leaders.

The Modest Ranch Home of Ald. Joe Davis

The mayoral candidate lives in the Hampton Heights neighborhood where assessments have declined and crime has risen. Small wonder he's concerned about that issue.

Will Red Lion Roar on Water Street?

Proposed British pub would replace Brocach. Approval seems likely, despite some worries about noise from the patio.

51st Veterans Day Parade

Every branch of the service was represented, along with politicians, ROTC students, debutantes, Hmong police officers and military canines.

Hosed on Brady Loves Fire Fighters

No bar in town has more fire fighting memorabilia. Few have changed the beer signs more often.

Last Remaining Single Family Riverfront Lot

“Build your dream home in an established community.” The lot can be yours for just $79,000.

Coach Wojo’s Mequon Manse

Will the Marquette Golden Eagles basketball coach bring some life to his new suburban neighborhood? One can only hope.

The Greenway Gateway

Shoreline restoration, bicycle trails and other changes are happening along the river on the Lower East Side. Our photos track the progress in the last year.

Conference Touts Historic Preservation

Conference at We Energies offers experts touting the huge environmental payoff for historic reuse of buildings.

Milwaukee River Fish Spawning Area Expands

DNR project will expand fish spawning area just up from Humboldt, helping bring more trout and salmon. Story and photos.

City Cameras Now Nab Parking Violators

No more chalked tires? The system is quietly becoming automated, invisible -- and a big surprise for parking scofflaws.

O. J. Mayo’s River Hills McMansion

His $1.8 home mixes all sorts of architectural styles and isn't visible to passers by. Perhaps just as well.

The Rise of the Kern Foundation

The Waukesha-based foundation has quietly grown to assets of $627 million, nearly as big as the Bradley Foundation. It also leans conservative.

Harp and Shamrock Is a Survivor

The 1885 building on 21st and Wells is sagging, but venerable old bar attracts “Jeopardy!” and trivia lovers.

A Guided Tour of Gallery Night

Man-about-town Michael Horne captures and comments on the scene, with photos, of course.

County Supervisor Candidate Charlie Fox’s Historic Home

If Fox is to become the model for future supervisors of a "gentleman politician," he has the perfectly pedigreed home to go with such a title.

How a “Bar Rescue” Created Nick’s House

Reality TV show helps Y-Not Y-Not Y-Not turn into a 70's-themed bar.

City Illegally Collected $196,000

State appeals court says Milwaukee must refund illegally collected BID assessment from Yankee Hill apartments.

Restored Building Will Have New Art Work

Renovated, historic Mayer Building (c. 1910) can be toured and will feature new work by nationally-known artist Terese Agnew.

Is Barry Mandel the Michael Jordan of Development?

Barrett rhapsodizes over developer at groundbreaking of North End III. And Fresh Thyme owner adds praise of Mandel style.

The Remarkable Growth of Milwaukee Brewing Co.

And John Gurda slips up on beer history?

Posner Renovation Kicks Off

Our photos capture a new start for an old building.

Condos Will Replace Third Ward Leather Factory

And Ald. Bauman's tough style of running Third Ward architectural review board.

MPS Superintendent Driver’s Downtown Pad

When you're moving from job to job, better to rent. Her Library Hill apartment is right on Wisconsin Ave.

New Development in Brady Street Area

Old Hamilton Stables will be renovated to create seven “micro-industrial spaces” on Hamilton St.

The Gig is Good for Cheap Micro-Brews

Tucked away in Riverwest since 1904, it offers micro-brews in a micro-neighborhood

Tau Kappa Epsilon House

The TKE fraternity's 1904 home has operated as a rooming house for generations, but it's now suspended and its president faces drug charges.

The Uptowner, Home of the Beautiful People

Riverwest building has been home to a bar for going on 130 years.

Absentee Ballot ID Requirement Could Backfire on Republicans

Republican base of elderly, rural voters most affected.

Andy Hurley’s Fall Out Shelter

The popular drummer is a fan of elegant prairie school architecture, perfect for Lake Drive.

Last Call for The Curve Bar

After a short run on prime real estate, the bar will be looking for a new home as the city continues its ceaseless evolution.

MIAD Apartments Changes Irk Bauman, Who Demands Fix

A planned community gathering space instead becomes an underwhelming staircase.

City Leaders Plot New Urban Placemaking Effort

With some creative use of grant money, the Greater Milwaukee Committee is helping neighborhoods update their image by ‘Urban Placemaking’

Tim Sheehy’s Traditional Home

He is working to keep the Bucks in Milwaukee for as long as he's lived in Fox Point.

Axel’s, The Quintessential UWM Haunt

Old-school charm from the nexus of Milwaukee’s college scene

Mequon Prepares for War… Or Something

The city has installed a Cold War tank in the middle of a venerable cemetery.

Valent’s, Your Early Morning Bar

A neighborhood bar in search of a neighborhood, the one-time hangout for American Motors workers opens 6 a.m. but closes by dinner time.

Rev. Mark Jeske’s Lutheran Parsonage

The televangelist's classic 1892 Italianate town home near Brady St. is hardly staid, what with its backyard hot tub.

Alpine Valley For Sale at $8.4 Million

Famed music venue, 37 years old, nation’s second largest amphitheater, has hit hard times.

Celebrating Milwaukee’s World-Class Sculptures

The annual Lynden Sculpture Garden party draws lots of notables and raises money to maintain its fantastic works of art.

Join the Polish Moon Bicycle Ride!

Enjoy food, drink, Polish and Mexican music and join an 11-mile bicycle romp through Milwaukee's South Side on Friday.

Holler House Has America’s Oldest Bowling Alleys

One of the last of the classic South Side Polish taverns, it's a vintage slice of Milwaukee.

Judge Derek Mosley’s 160-Year-Old Home

The municipal judge's home is unique -- just one of just 38 in town built before the Civil War.

Abele Goes O-fer On Election Night

Sheriff Clarke wins democratic primary. Plus: The rest of election night's winners and losers.

No Breaks For Jim’s Time Out

An old wooden downtown dive that’s outlasted nearby parking structures, jailhouse tenants and a few fires.

For Rail or Trail

A path along the lake could connect cyclists/hikers to Ozaukee County, but coal freight is hogging the line.

The Controversial Home of Mary Nohl

The 1925 bungalow and its trove of art is a place unlike any in the metro area and worth a visit -- before it gets torn down.

McKiernan’s, the Home Base of Bob Donovan

The alderman and mayoral candidate loves hanging out here, safe from those wine-sipping streetcar fans.

Ambulance Chasing Lawyer Chases Abele

Plus: Bud Selig’s birthday bash and where will new Journal CEO live?

NIMBY Activist Pam Frautschi’s Prairie Style Home

The annual East Side garden tour allowed visitors to see the backyard of a not-in-my-backyard activist.

Gee Willickers Is a Tiny Time Warp

Hyper-local, old-style Riverwest bar is hard to find and barely touched by time.

The Radler Rosarium

Bill Radler, millionaire creator of the world-famous "Knock-Out" rose, has a rather modest home and an immodest number of rose plants and species on its lovely grounds.

Gimbel Gets Reappointed to Wisconsin Center Board

Will continue after 3 decades as board chair! Did mayor and governor swap appointments to make this happen?

How Linneman’s Became a Mainstay for Music

The Riverwest bar, built in 1902, has a stage musicians like and authentically historic atmosphere.

Rembert Weakland’s Blandly Secular Apartment

Rejected in his attempts to live among fellow monks, Weakland resides anonymously in a south side seniors complex.

Why the Mary Nohl Home Must Be Moved

At a fascinating forum, Ruth Kohler blasted Fox Point, explaining why the home and yard of artist Nohl will be moved to Sheboygan.

New York Discovers Our Sinking City

City Hall, Milwaukee Rep and Mitchell buildings are sinking. Is Deep Tunnel the culprit? The Times is not sure.

Scaffidi’s Hideout, Perfect Place to Play Pool

A classic neighborhood bar that goes back a century, with three pool tables and old school charm.

Gary George’s Grafton Mansion

He lives far outside Gwen Moore's congressional district, but is running for the seat anyway.

The Easy-Going Charm of Y-NOT II

No bar in town keeps longer hours -- or has had the same proprietor for so many years.

Sen.Carpenter’s Rather Dull Duplex

His sided, south side home, in suburban-like Jackson Park, is a veritable pillar of middle-class respectability.

The Surprising Charms of Fluid

The unassuming neighborhood bar has Pride of place in the annual parade.

Hospital Tycoon Nick Turkal’s Lakeside Home

The Aurora CEO paid $1.5 million for his Whitefish Bay home, well less than his annual salary.

Royal Right Wing Renovation

Bradley Foundation's third 19th century building, the Bloodgood Residence, will be renovated. And three candidates announce for open county supervisor seat.

Swingin’ Door a Downtown Classic

Its history goes back to 1879, when it was the Western Union telegraph office.

Sheriff Clarke’s Bizarre New Radio Ads

They combine campaign ads and a pitch for a private company and appear to be in violation of state laws.

The Safe House’s Timeless Appeal

For nearly 50 years, the espionage-themed bar has been packing in eager tourists and locals.

Power Broker Bill Drew’s Home Office

Drew and his wife, consultant Mary Cannon, made a lot of money working from their lovely West Side colonial home. It's on the Spaces and Traces tour tomorrow.

Downtown Power Brokers Mull Expanded Convention Center

Leaders of Wisconsin Center and the Bradley Center consider key changes for downtown facilities.

Paul Jakubovich’s 1927 English Tudor

The city's preservation planner calls the shots on changes to historic buildings and districts -- as well as in his own home.

Marcus Prize-Winner’s New Installation Unveiled

Tokyo-based architect Sou Fujimoto gets the $100,000 Marcus Prize and works with students to create a temporary installation at Prospect and Ogden.

Who Will Be Streetcar Operator?

The city? A private company? The downtown BID? Maybe Ald. Bauman? No one really knows.

Sen. Baldwin Gearing Up for LGBT Battles

Baldwin hires expert attorney on these issues. And state board considers Talgo claim.

Regrowing the Courteen Seed Building

Architect's renderings show the 1913 Walker's Point building will be dramatically transformed. But not all are sold on design.

Marc Marotta’s Mequon McMansion

The Foley lawyer and Bradley Center chairman will be helping taxpayers see the wisdom of building a new NBA arena.

Riverfront Apartments Approved

The 216,906 square foot, 133-unit, mixed-use, retail and apartment building will have splendid views of the river.

Eyon Biddle’s Rescued Rental

The candidate for alderman lives in Triangle North neighborhood, on a block rescued by investor Yusuf Dahl.

18-Story Potawatomi Hotel Nears Completion

The 261 foot high, 371,000 square foot, $150 million hotel will be smoke-free in all rooms.

Why the Bucks Arena is Downtown — And Will Stay There

If not for an obnoxiously insistent mayor, the Bradley Center would have been built in the Menomonee Valley.

Russell Stamper’s Century-Old Sherman Blvd. Home

The ever-busy county supervisor and aldermanic candidate also handles rental evictions on the side.

The City’s New “Social Network for Neighbors”

National social networking platform Nextdoor.com hopes to connect every neighborhood in town.

The Infamous After-Hours Party House

How a small,1928 bungalow became a kind of tavern without a license, and a noisy nuisance to neighbors.

Smith Bros Iconic Fisherman Returns

Landmark advertising sign that long dominated Port Washington harbor now installed at Third Ward's Public Market.

Alaa Musa’s Penthouse Condo

Casablanca restaurant owner lives in style at very urban 601 Lofts, where John Ernst Restaurant's customers once parked.

Mary Nohl Home

Neighbors' opposition, which we previously reported, forces relocation of the artist's home.

Get Your Vote On

Early voting already underway for spring election, and memorials planned for Debra Usinger and Donna Schlieman.

The House of Hank the Dog

The Brewer's canine mascot has a nine-room Whitefish Bay home and 10,000 square foot lot to roam in, all worth $570,000.

The Sadly Sinking City

A declining water table is causing wooden piles below downtown buildings to rot. The latest casualty: a 1904 building across from the convention center was demolished.

Louis Armstrong Slept Here

Palmer St. residence of Dorothy Greer was once a hotel for black stars of jazz.

Arts Projects Coming to Wisconsin Avenue

Greater Milwaukee Committee bringing two major art installations to Downtown and the Beer Line Bicycle Trail.

David Hatch’s Little Hideaway

The Hatco owner has a city hideaway above a 6-car garage (built in 1907) that was the scene of a lurid, alleged assault.

Wisconsin Center’s Leadership Adrift?

Many of the board's seats are either vacant or held by legally unqualified individuals.

The Transit Agenda

Supporters headed to the State Capitol for "Public Transportation Day," meeting with legislators, promoting their agenda, and handing out awards.

Vel Phillips’ Newport Co-op

The high-rise co-op has "sweeping" views of Lake Michigan and Shepherd publisher Lou Fortis as a fellow resident. What more could you ask for?

Top Lobbyists Will Replace Your Windows!

Bill Broydrick's Window Replacement Co., new women political candidates, and a MacArthur genius comes to town.

Bruce Murphy’s Home for Editors

His home along the Milwaukee River was previously owned by another editor and Carl Sandburg lived just down the street.

Marquette Likely to Get Its Own Police Force

Bill would give MU police the power to arrest on and off campus, and pursue criminals anywhere in the state.

Randy Bryant & Cecelia Gore’s Elegant Mansion

Built for a sea-farer, with a splendid harbor view and four fireplaces, it commands a spot on Lafayette Place.

Murphy Announces New Committee Assignments

The changes aren't radical but big winner is Ald. Kovac, who becomes chair of Finance and vice-chair of Steering and Rules.

Will Water Technology Transform the City?

Badger Meter CEO says Milwaukee can remake itself as 15th century Florence once did, in speech at downtown GMC event.

Willie Hines’ Cozy Bungalow

Longtime council president's home is small but has a wood-burning fireplace and basement rec room finished in knotty pine.

Questions & Answers About the Strad Suspects

Curious about the accused violin thieves? Never fear, we have all the answers.

Owner of Strad Violin Tips Her Identity

The violin's owner was at the scene of the crime and signed her first name to a message published by Frank Almond.

We Need Better Transit!

Suburban officials and business leaders at Downtown conference on transit call for better connections to the city.

Where the Ax Man Relaxed

Brewers reliever John Axford lived in this $1.7 million Fox Point home, with pristine lake views and a monster garage.

Huge Turnout for City Birthday Party

Lots of politicians, journalists, lobbyists and others glad-handed each other and drank free beer to salute the city's 168th birthday.

The Mystery of the Stolen Violin

Who owns the Stradivarius stolen Monday night? The story of a violin worth millions.

How a Nuns’ Home Became a Historic Duplex

The 1892 home for St. John's Cathedral nuns is now a 3,855-square foot, Yankee Hill residence.

Dan Adams’ Assembly Fundraiser

He's got Abele's backing for the Milwaukee legislative seat, while Barrett backs Dimitrijevic.

Public Weighs In On Lakefront Project

Information meeting at Public Market had a full house. There's still time to add your views to the discussion.

Fox Point Decrees: Pedestrians Must Wear Reflective Clothing

The village with no sidewalks or street lights will require pedestrians to be visible at a distance of 500 feet.

Frederick Vogel IV’s Historic East Side Mansion

The MIAD instructor and Vogel heir continues his old Milwaukee family's tradition of owning mansions in the neighborhood.

Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?

He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.

Millennials Drive Downtown Growth, GMC Told

Younger residents far more important than empty nesters in driving city growth, and urban areas are surpassing suburbs, speakers at conference note.

Chris Larson’s Simple Colonial Home

The state senator has less than 1,000 square feet of space to call home. But he does have good bus service.

Gathering at the Green Gallery

The opening of Gavin Brown show was followed by partying at Circle A.

Goodbye Faye McBeath Foundation

The foundation created by a Milwaukee Journal heir gave untold millions to local causes since 1960s, but will spend its final assets this year.

Developer Tim Dixon’s Home and Tennis Court

High above Commerce Street, it offers a spectacular view of Downtown, and respite from Dixon's financial woes.

Gwen Moore “Educates” Ted Cruz

Speaking at St. John's on the Lake, she talks about her conversation with Cruz, earmarks and voter ID.

Ald. Bohl’s Suburban-Style Ranch Home

Bohl is under investigation and has lawyered up. But his home is awfully cozy.

Remembering Donna Schlieman, Historic Preservationist

A longtime leader with Milwaukee Preservation Alliance, who helped defeat the Pabst City proposal, died on Friday.

A Festive Home on “Candy Cane Lane”

The home of Kenneth Perkl, a Candy Cane Lane organizer, whose family hands out candy to the kids.

Barrett’s Birthday Party

The mayor's celebration is 11 days late. And Lakefront Brewery shatters its record for annual barrels manufactured.

Rep. Petri’s Daughter is Washington Post Columnist

Alexandra Petri's brilliant column ridicules the concept of "affluenza" but she may inherit the malady from her dad.

Campaign Season Kicks Off

Politicos flock to Jon Richards fundraiser, and judicial candidate Janet C. Protasiewicz's event.

Sen. Ron Johnson’s $1 Million DC Home

It may be his second home, but it boasts three cozy fireplaces and a wet bar for entertaining.

State Delays on Talgo Claim

State claims board won't hear Talgo complaint at next meeting, and officials delay release of Talgo's legal filing, though it's a public record.

Sara Wilson’s BikePath Building

Just up from the bike path, the former tavern and restaurant is now one of the greenest residential houses in town.

The Other Mandela

The fundraiser for Rep. Mandela Barnes, just two days before his namesake Nelson Mandela died, had a big turnout.

The Governor as Grinch

Walker's crass campaign pitch, a weird art thief and the Santa Rampage.

More New Bars Opening

A brew pub, a southern style saloon, a wine bar. The list of new places planned is long.

John Gurda’s Home of History

Just one block north of the suburbs in Bay View, he's written most of his 19 books from this home base.

Amtrak to Chicago Will Go Wireless

Finally, the line will get Wi-Fi (we hope), but Milwaukee's Amtrak station still lacks it.

John McGivern’s $1 Million Apartments

Comedy pays, it turns out. The entertainer owns 11 apartments totaling 7,572 square feet.

Marina Will Battle Geenan for Assembly Seat

Dimitrijevic and Geenan are already competing for labor support.

Abele Makes Illegal Appointment to Wisconsin Center

His appointments by law must live in suburbs but he appointed city resident Andy Nunemaker.

Gwen Moore’s Modest Bungalow

The congresswoman's brick veneered, north-side duplex was converted into a less-spartan, single-family home.

More Improvements on Milwaukee River

Environmental group upgrades river banks and creates orientation center near Humboldt Avenue.

Will City Smooth The Way for Silk?

Silk applies to run strip club in city-owned garage across from Bradley Center.

Larson Aide May Run for Richards Seat

Plus: problems for the Bucks' Larry Sanders and redevelopment at Reed Street Yards.

Spencer Coggs’ Very New Northwest Side Home

Ironically, the City Treasurer lives next to three lots that are delinquent in paying him their property taxes.

Brookfield Square Welcomes County Buses

Unlike Southridge and other suburban malls, Brookfield Square actually runs ads to attract bus-riding city residents.

Mike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo

It's just a short walk from the Bradley Foundation, where Grebe battles daily to turn us all conservative.

5 Candidates Running for Jeff Stone’s Assembly Seat

Four Republicans and one Democrat seek to win this heavily Republican suburban district.

Four May Run for Richards’ Assembly Seat

The biggest name: sources say county board chair Marina Dimitrijevic is preparing to run.

Does Lakefront Still Lack a Vision?

Panelists at Discovery World conference debate plans and opportunities for Milwaukee's lakefront. A report with photos.

Bob John’s Delinquent Domicile

Renaissance Books owner is tax delinquent on his closed book store as well as his home

Mary Nohl vs. NIMBY

Proposal to open artist Mary Nohl's home to the public leaves Fox Point residents crying "not in my back yard!"

Jon Richards’ Very Old Style Home

The legislator and candidate for attorney general has a home near Brady Street that probably goes back to the 1870s.

Jon Richards Will Run for Attorney General

Like Abe Lincoln, Richards has been practicing law all across the state in preparation for his run.

Joe Pabst’s Georgian Colonial Mansion

The lead sponsor of the LGBT film fest is also an Uihlein and Vogel, with an Eschweiler-designed home.

Why We Should Move the War Memorial

Veterans are poorly served there; the War Memorial and MacArthur statue should both move to west-side Veterans Center campus.

Why We Lost the Marsupial Bridge Swings

The city hasn't allocated money to maintain them. Should the nearby Business Improvement District adopt them?

Jonathan Jackson’s Very Urban Condo

The Milwaukee Film Festival leader lives in a converted, 1890 cream city building with a long history.

Laura Bush Comes to Town

She will join Tonette Walker in a fundraiser for the Christian group, Teen Challenge.

The Three Mansions of Michael White

The Rite-Hite CEO is a trustee of the River Hills village board. But he also owns homes in Milwaukee and Arizona.

Brewing as a Conceptual Art

Brenner Brewing has a ways to go before it functions as a working brewery. Plus: a fundraiser for the anti-Clarke candidate.

Ald. Tony Z’s Odd Little Home

From his Bay View home surrounded by history, Tony Zielinski is a master fundraiser and seldom-active attorney.

Shocking Conditions at the Courthouse

Court Commissioner Barry Slagle electrocuted in scary, unreported incident at courthouse.

Scott Walker’s Tiny Tosa Turf

The small colonial is one-twentieth the size of the Governor's Mansion, with a sadly neglected yard and fence.

Streetcar Social

Gathering of notables tracks the route of proposed streetcar. And HGTV comes to town to film a straw-bale home.

The Hotel Shepard

The historic east side mansion charges $499 a night for two-day rentals and sleeps up to 20 people. Neighbors for some reason are irate.

Who Let the Dogs Out?

Sheriff Clarke grabs canine units from House of Correction, endangering safety of staff, only to be forced to return them.

Willie G. Davidson’s Hayopolis Home

It's worth $2 million but quite invisible from the road, in case you Harley riders try to check it out.

What Sue Ann Says

The busy life of ex-first lady Sue Ann Thompson, who runs a foundation and writes a magazine column.

BMO Harris Will Back Ballet

The ballet's new corporate sponsor makes its first major gift to Milwaukee since buying out M&I Bank.

Ald. Pérez’s Tiny, Former Jesuit Home

His tiny lot and 840 square-foot home make him a true man of the people. And not much of a gardener.

MSOE Soccer Garage Debuts

MSOE unveils parking garage, athletic field complex.

Murray Ave Parklet Takes It to the Street

Parking spots on Milwaukee's East Side converted into a dining area.

City Wants Changes for Old Pizza Man Site

Proposed building is "too boxy" and "monolithic," Ald. Kovac and others on review board say.

Mike Jacobs’ Landmark Condominium

TV anchor Mike Jacobs' landmark day and condominium.

Will WisDOT Propose Expanding I-43?

WisDOT says I-43 has reached the end of its lifespan, and a hit-and-run tragedy on the East Side raises safety concerns.

Greater Milwaukee Committee to Move to Water Accelerator

All the news on the GMC's new home, as well as odds and ends around the East Side and beyond (plus a bicycle tour).

Shorewood’s Mystery Mansion

Margaret Connolly Flint has a gorgeous Lake Drive home, but why are all the blinds drawn?

Grand Opening of Marsupial Bridge Connector

Hurrah! Newly-opened Trestle Stair connects Marsupial Bridge to Commerce Street and better knits neighborhoods.

Bike Fed’s Glossy Mag a Success

The quarterly magazine now publishes 8,000 copies and has lots of advertisers, another sign of Milwaukee's bike renaissance.

A Very Pleasant Opening

Photos and gossip from the ceremonial opening of the Pleasant Street Bridge.

Herb Kohl’s Regency Condo

The former U.S. Senator (call him Herschel) is on the 27th floor of what was once the elite tower in town.

Daglas Does Dallas

After a brief stay as Milwaukee Magazine editor, Cristina Daglas is off to become editor of D Magazine!

Nik Kovac’s Very Modest Rental Flat

It's a small flat in a modest little cottage, but, hey, the landscaping is nice.

St Paul Bridge Will Be Rebuilt