Why I Joined Urban Milwaukee
Urban Milwaukee members talk about why they joined. And why you should, too.
May 19th, 2020
Twisted Fisherman
Plenty to try. Full seafood menu. Fish fries. Crab Cakes!
May 5th, 2020
Urban Harvest Brewing Company
Urban Harvest Brewing is selling crowlers and still doing new releases from their Walker's Point location.
Apr 23rd, 2020
The Most Read Stories of the Week
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Apr 12th, 2020
MobCraft Beer
Craft brewery has curbside pickup, food to-go and a number of online events.
Apr 10th, 2020
The National Café
A Walker's Point standby, with brunch items, an Easter Menu and old favorite, the Hot Mess.
Apr 8th, 2020
Third Space Brewing
Craft brewery offers products to go, including rare barrel-aged beers.
Apr 6th, 2020
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Apr 5th, 2020
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Apr 3rd, 2020
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Mar 25th, 2020
Luxury Lakefront Condo
Take in the expansive lake and city views from this unit's over-sized private deck.
Feb 27th, 2020
Cozy One-Bedroom Condo
This open-concept unit has wood floors, granite counters, stainless appliances and a private deck.
Jan 8th, 2020
Luxury Kilbourn Tower Home
Lease this spacious open concept unit. Walls of windows bring natural light throughout.
Jan 4th, 2020
Urban Milwaukee Readership Up 26% in 2019
A new high in readership and an easy way for you to help us continue growing.
Jan 3rd, 2020
Luxury Harbor Front Condo
Features custom Italian cabinets, granite counters and an oversized private deck with river views.
Oct 17th, 2019
Lease a Brilliant BreakWater Condo
This unit has breathtaking views, a gourmet kitchen with granite counters and upgraded stainless appliances
Oct 4th, 2019
Updated Landmark on the Lake Condo
19th floor unit features spectacular views, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and a private balcony.
Oct 2nd, 2019
Contemporary Beerline Townhome
Has an updated kitchen with top of the line appliances, floor to ceiling windows and a private terrace.
Sep 10th, 2019
Classic East Side Three-Unit
This income property features hardwood floors, leaded glass and is walking distance to Downer Avenue.
Aug 28th, 2019
Riverwest Victorian Duplex
Large, six-bedroom duplex is fully rented. Great for investors, Airbnb or an owner-occupant.
Aug 15th, 2019
The Charming Pine River Lodge
Renovated retreat on the Pine River offers scenic beauty just two hours from Milwaukee.
Jul 2nd, 2019
Urban Milwaukee Celebrates 11th Anniversary
Readers and writers mingle and celebrate at Villa Terrace's Renaissance Garden.
Jun 14th, 2019
Contemporary Third Ward Condo
This one bedroom condo has an open floor plan, stained concrete floors, an updated kitchen and great views
Jun 7th, 2019
Updated East Side Condo
Features Brazilian cherry floors, granite counters and a private balcony with lake and city views
Jun 3rd, 2019
Spectacular Breakwater Condo
17th-floor, three-bedroom unit features an open floor plan, amazing panoramic views and a gourmet kitchen
May 14th, 2019
Live Along the River in Downtown Condo
Cream City brick, open floor plan, views up and down the Milwaukee River.
Mar 4th, 2019
Gorgeous Lake Bluff Condo
This unit has been meticulously updated featuring contemporary white lacquer cabinetry throughout complimented with quartz counter tops.
Mar 1st, 2019
Urban Condo with Tranquil River Views
Features river views, stained concrete floors, a superb kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances
Mar 1st, 2019
Contemporary Fifth Ward Loft
Features an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, a modern kitchen and river views.
Feb 28th, 2019
Upscale City Green Condo
Features floor to ceiling windows, hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a private balcony
Feb 27th, 2019
Episode 013 – Kristi Luzar of UEDA
We learn what the Urban Economic Development Association does, and what you should do Saturday night.
Feb 22nd, 2019
Beautiful BreakWater Condominium
This open-concept unit features hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen, stainless appliances and granite countertops.
Feb 20th, 2019
Episode 012 – Dan Adams of the Harbor District
Learn the who, what, where, when and why of changes coming to Milwaukee's harbor.
Feb 15th, 2019
Episode 011 – Bruce Murphy on We Energies, Foxconn
Why does We Energies advertise? And how can someone keep up on ever-changing Foxconn deal?
Feb 6th, 2019
Episode 010 – Jeremy Fojut of NEWaukee and Bruce Murphy
What's Milwaukee’s social architecture firm up to? And how does a stadium naming rights deal signal a wealth gap?
Jan 31st, 2019
Breathtaking Breakwater Condo
Features spectacular views, a gourmet kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinets, and an oversized balcony .
Jan 7th, 2019
Contemporary Yankee Hill Condo
Features granite counters in the kitchen, hardwood floors, floor to ceiling windows and a private balcony.
Jan 4th, 2019
Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Bungalow
Features an open concept floor plan, stained glass windows, custom kitchen cabinets and a breakfast bar.
Dec 27th, 2018
Desirable Third Ward Condo
Features a kitchen with granite counter, stainless appliances and breakfast bar. Plus: a large deck on the river.
Nov 26th, 2018
New Book Captures City’s Irish History
Author Carl Baehr will present, read from book at November 13th event.
Oct 28th, 2018
Beautiful BreakWater Condo
Open-concept condo features panoramic views, a kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops
Oct 18th, 2018
The Week’s Hot Topics
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Oct 7th, 2018
Last Chance for Sculpture Milwaukee Tour
We're offering one more tour of Sculpture Milwaukee 2018, which closes on October 21.
Oct 4th, 2018
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Sep 30th, 2018
Charming Washington Heights Home
Features hardwood floors, built-ins and leaded glass. Plus an updated bathroom.
Sep 26th, 2018
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Sep 23rd, 2018
6 Great Shows to See
Ranging from Lydia Loveless at Shank Hall to the Skylight's presentation of Pippin.
Sep 19th, 2018
Stunning East Side Condo
This east-facing condo features sweeping lake views, renovated kitchen and a swimming pool.
Sep 19th, 2018
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Sep 16th, 2018
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Sep 9th, 2018
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Sep 2nd, 2018
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Aug 26th, 2018
Fabulous Brewers Hill Condo
Renovated condo features beautiful woodwork and an updated kitchen with granite counters.
Aug 22nd, 2018
5 Great Concerts to See This Week
From The Waco Brothers playing at Anodyne to Hillbilly Casino playing at, you guessed it, the casino.
Aug 21st, 2018
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Aug 19th, 2018
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Aug 12th, 2018
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Aug 5th, 2018
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Jul 29th, 2018
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Jul 22nd, 2018
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Jul 15th, 2018
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Jul 8th, 2018
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Jul 1st, 2018
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Jun 24th, 2018
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Jun 17th, 2018
Cheers to 10 Years Party
Urban Milwaukee's 10th anniversary party now features catering from Black Shoe Hospitality (Maxie's, Story Hill BKC, Blue's Egg)
Jun 12th, 2018
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Jun 10th, 2018
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Jun 3rd, 2018
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May 27th, 2018
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May 20th, 2018
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May 13th, 2018
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May 6th, 2018
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Apr 29th, 2018
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Apr 22nd, 2018
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Apr 15th, 2018
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Apr 14th, 2018
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Apr 8th, 2018
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Apr 1st, 2018
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Mar 25th, 2018
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Mar 18th, 2018
A Night at the Beer Museum
Free for Urban Milwaukee members, mixing Milwaukee history and Milwaukee beer.
Mar 13th, 2018
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Mar 11th, 2018
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Feb 25th, 2018
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Feb 11th, 2018
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Jan 28th, 2018
Members Got $8,000 in Free Tickets
Hundreds of tickets to events given to Urban Milwaukee members last year.
Jan 22nd, 2018
Prata Duo Concert
The concert will feature works by Glière, Schumann, and other composers.
Jan 22nd, 2018
Your Favorite Stories of 2017
Huge tax benefits for Foxconn, Diane Hendricks, and state senators led the way.
Jan 2nd, 2018
Urban Milwaukee Annual Traffic Hits 6 Million
Help celebrate our growth with special $6 membership deal.
Dec 21st, 2017
The Long March to Freedom
NNS publishes book examining the legacy of Milwaukee's open housing marches.
Dec 12th, 2017
Milwaukee ChopHouse Classic Cocktail Night
Enjoy a complimentary cocktail and appetizers with the Urban Milwaukee team.
Sep 6th, 2017
Wilson Center Guitar Festival Is a Hit
Kevin Eubanks heads up the list of stars. Festivities include tribute to Les Paul.
Aug 23rd, 2017
Free, guided tour of Sculpture Milwaukee
World-class sculptures line Wisconsin Ave. See them up close and learn their stories.
Jul 31st, 2017
Free, guided tour of Sculpture Milwaukee
World-class sculptures line Wisconsin Ave. See them up close and learn their stories.
Jul 31st, 2017
How Likely Is It Foxconn Will Create 10,000 Jobs?
Not very, Jeramey Jannene predicts in interview with WTMJ radio.
Jul 13th, 2017
Join the Party at Ambassador Hotel
Tonight, celebrate Urban Milwaukee's birthday with cool cocktails, good food and smart conversation.
Jun 6th, 2017
Plein Air MKE Features 65 Artists
Our photo gallery captures the action at the "Museum Mile."
May 19th, 2017
The Store’s 5th Anniversary Celebration
Milwaukee gifts by Milwaukee makers line the shelves for Friday's party.
Apr 20th, 2017
Meet The Company Disrupting Renting
Local firm is helping property owners increase their occupancy rates
Mar 30th, 2017
Not My President’s Day Rally
Citizens took to the streets in opposition to Donald Trump.
Feb 23rd, 2017
Have A Beer With Urban Milwaukee
Night includes free tour, tastings at Urban Harvest brewery and lots of fun conversation.
Jan 23rd, 2017
Urban MKE Announces Membership Program
Unique deal offers cool, members-only benefits. And helps assure publication's future.
Dec 5th, 2016
$1 Million In Donations to City Politicians
Our Political Contributions Tracker hits $1 million, reveals who’s giving and getting cash.
Nov 29th, 2016
NNS Announces Membership Program
Unique hyper-local publication seeks support from individual readers and fans.
Nov 9th, 2016
Strange Fruit Music Festival Addresses Racial Inequities
Strange Fruit is a music festival that explores the thoughts and emotions of local musicians as to the present climate of racial relations both in Milwaukee and the country as a whole.
Jul 20th, 2016
Lord Huron to headline Rock the Green festival
Music lineup for award-winning sustainability festival features eclectic mix of artists
Jul 18th, 2016
The Transformation of Walker’s Point
Jeramey Jannene talks to 620 WTMJ about the South Side's new boom town.
Jun 28th, 2016
Come Meet the Urban Milwaukee Gang
Our annual party is Tuesday, 5 p.m. And oh, the stories we could tell.
Jun 23rd, 2016
Diamond Tower Is a Gem
With lake and skyline views from the 17th floor of East Side tower.
Jun 16th, 2016
Ride an “Urban Milwaukee” Bublr Bike
Urbane transit: Bublr bikes now includes 20 branded with Urban Milwaukee logo.
Jun 15th, 2016
National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Turning Wisconsin Orange to Help End Gun Violence
Jun 2nd, 2016
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market Announces Grand Opening of Milwaukee Store
Midwest Specialty Retailer Expansion Efforts Continue with the Opening of First Wisconsin Store
May 26th, 2016
Domes Are Like Highly-Constructed Bra?
Architecture critic Tom Bamberger talks frankly on WUWM about Bucks arena, Domes and Grand Avenue.
May 25th, 2016
Faculty Council of Senators of UW Colleges Endorse Resolution of No Confidence
The resolution calls upon System President Ray Cross and the Board of Regents “to make a positive case for improved access, affordability, and educational resources for our students.”
May 23rd, 2016
Norquist to Speak at Jane Jacobs Event
May 10th event will explore ideas of urban visionary and her impact on cities like Milwaukee.
May 4th, 2016
Remembering Jon Erickson
The late performance artist and professor had a big impact on Milwaukee’s cultural scene.
Apr 19th, 2016
Urban Milwaukee Shines Light on Political Donors
Releases city’s first Political Contributions Tracker, with data on 2,000 donors to politicians.
Mar 30th, 2016
The BreakWater
Three-bedroom, 17th-floor condo, great views of Downtown, East Side and all the amenities.
Mar 11th, 2016
African American leaders stand against supporting Alderman Bob Donavan for Mayor of Milwaukee
This press conference will be followed up with a private meeting with current Mayor Tom Barrett.
Feb 19th, 2016
Water Is a “Life and Death” Matter
Bruce Murphy talks on TMJ about bill easing private firms' purchase of water utilities.
Feb 12th, 2016
Why Is Your Rent Rising?
Jeramey Jannene talks about Milwaukee's apartment boom on WTMJ.
Feb 8th, 2016
601 Lofts Penthouse
Looking to entertain guests? This place delivers the full package, plus gracious living.
Dec 30th, 2015
12 Hours Left in Urban Milwaukee Fund Drive!
Drive has passed 300 contributors and is over $29,000, can we pass $30,000?
Nov 18th, 2015
601 E. Ogden Ave.
Real estate is location, location, location and this condo has got a great one.
Nov 15th, 2015
Urban Milwaukee Ups Its Campaign Goal
Crowd funding campaign tops $20,000, new goal is $30,000.
Nov 10th, 2015
Urban Milwaukee Announces Crowdfunding Drive
Free online daily seeks support from readers to take publication to the next level.
Oct 19th, 2015
“Density is the secret sauce of cities.”
Bruce Murphy talks about Milwaukee's duplexes and density on 620 WTMJ.
Oct 2nd, 2015
Urban Milwaukee Announces Huge Growth
Readership has grown by 1200% in less than three years, with most of that coming in the last year.
Dec 1st, 2014
Duke Discovers Urban Milwaukee
Online publication Duke Basketball Report alerts the Blue Devil Nation to our House Confidential on Coach Wojo.
Nov 10th, 2014
Urban Milwaukee 6th Anniversary Party
Join us at SURG on the Water on July 15, starting at 5:30 P.M. for drinks, complimentary appetizers, music and lively chatter.
Jul 11th, 2014
Urban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Honors
The nation's oldest press club honors Urban Milwaukee for the second year in a row.
May 19th, 2014
The New Look of Urban Milwaukee
A new more contemporary logo is coordinated with our renamed entertainment site, Urban Milwaukee Dial.
May 12th, 2014
Let Them Eat Chili
12th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser is best in history, raising $60,000, and providing a lot of fun, as our photos show.
Mar 11th, 2014
The Place That Launched a Thousand Drinks?
Young theater lovers and newbies hoisted drinks before the Rep's Greek tragedy. It's what Homer would have done.
Mar 10th, 2014
Avenir Makes Some Progress
The five-story, 104-unit mixed-use building will have 7,000 square feet of first floor retail.
Mar 7th, 2014
Historic Milwaukee’s Fans Convene
A big crowd turns out as as Remarkable Milwaukee 2014 honors historian John Gurda and developer Kendall Bruenig.
Mar 5th, 2014
The Rise of Pabst Professional Center
The structure of its five floors can be seen, a new building rising amid many old brewery structures.
Feb 28th, 2014
A Parking Structure’s Slow Demolition
The city has wanted to demolish the dangerous structure at 6th and Wells since 2011. It's finally coming down.
Feb 23rd, 2014
Destroy This Building, NML Declares
A second NM building, at Wells and Van Buren, is also being torn down.
Feb 14th, 2014
MIAD Residence Hall Near Finish Line
The six-story residence hall for 310 students also has space for retail.
Feb 7th, 2014
Crowd Loves Winter Farmers’ Market
New home at Mitchell Park Domes is twice as big, as our photos show.
Feb 6th, 2014
Deconstructing NML
Floor by floor, the east office building will be deconstructed and the materials recycled. Our photos capture the project's early stages.
Jan 17th, 2014
I-794 Comes Crumbling Down
A portion of freeway is getting torn down for new lakefront development plan. Our photos capture it.
Jan 15th, 2014
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014
Sage on Jackson Will Spice Up Street
The latest addition to once-sleepy Jackson St., which is becoming a dense urban area.
Dec 20th, 2013
Urban Milwaukee Purchases Third Coast Daily
ThirdCoastDaily.com, the online arts and entertainment publication has agreed to a purchase by UrbanMilwaukee.com.
Nov 19th, 2013
2013 Veterans Day Parade
Politicians, patriotism and marching bands on parade, all captured in our photos.
Nov 11th, 2013
Grand Opening of KK River Bike Trail
Despite rainy weather, Mayor Barrett and a host of politicians celebrated the new bike trail.
Oct 14th, 2013
Prospect Mall Apartments Going Up
Construction is midway on a five-floor complex that will have 52 apartments and 10,000 square feet of retail space.
Oct 11th, 2013
Much To See at Doors Open Milwaukee
Doors Open Milwaukee runs all weekend, with free open houses across the city.
Sep 21st, 2013
Urban Milwaukee’s Anniversary Party
It's a rooftop party to celebrate our fifth anniversary next Friday, and all readers are invited.
Aug 23rd, 2013
66 Images of Bastille Days
The 2013 version of one of the nation's largest French-themed festivals was a big hit again, as our photos show.
Jul 15th, 2013
Inside the Downtown Marriott
Urban Milwaukee was allowed a sneak peek inside the new hotel opening tomorrow and our photos tell the story.
Jun 25th, 2013
UWM’s New Freshwater School Makes Progress
The $53 million, UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences is rising along the waterfront.
Apr 12th, 2013
Art Jamboree Gets Crazy
The event demonstrated how to make art using lasers, molten plastic, and even beer.
Apr 9th, 2013
Prospect Mall’s Progress
The facade is getting stripped and openings for big windows have been created.
Mar 29th, 2013
Controversial Building Going Up
New office building on 27th and Wisconsin, once the center of conflict, is now a center of construction.
Mar 1st, 2013
A Historic Milwaukee Celebration
Plus: A national green award for The Brewery; and bringing fruit trees to Walker's Point.
Feb 28th, 2013
Pizza Man In Progress
They're tearing up the space to cook up a quite different Pizza Man, as our photos show.
Feb 22nd, 2013
Show Time at The North End
A glitzy open house at Mandel Group's two new apartment buildings includes a new, locally-produced film called "Spectacle!"
Feb 12th, 2013
For Sale – Scott Skiles McMansion
The For Sale sign on Skiles' house in Mequon was an early sign that he wanted out of Milwaukee.
Jan 8th, 2013
How to Prevent Gun Rampages
The Newtown massacre restarts the conversation begun after the Brookfield spa shooting. State legal changes could reduce the number of massacres.
Dec 28th, 2012
Watching the River Flow
New Water St. complex has 87 apartments, many with a river view. And the Business Journal begins the push to pressure taxpayers for a new arena.
Dec 21st, 2012
Surprise Compromise on Preservation Law
Opposing sides agree on preservation ordinance changes. But is consensus possible on a combined arena and transit tax?
Dec 19th, 2012
A Redesign for Hi Hat Garage
A cooler Garage, more delay on Two Parks proposal, and progress on East Library redevelopment.
Dec 13th, 2012
Pizza and the Park East
Pizza Man and The Couture win approvals and a Park East hotel is also likely to be okayed.
Dec 11th, 2012
The Dead Zones
Two new apartment buildings for Downtown's fringes, and two new coffee houses. All spell progress.
Nov 29th, 2012
OnMilwaukee.com Moves Downtown
Plus: problems for a new hotel and say goodbye to two bars.
Nov 16th, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 12. November 2012
The approval of city and county budgets were hot topics last week.
Nov 12th, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 5. November 2012
Milwaukee County's budget remained as the hot topic last week.
Nov 5th, 2012
Blow Up a Car?
Milwaukee's film industry attempts to set the world on fire.
Nov 1st, 2012
MilwaukeeHome Grand Opening!
MilwaukeeHome takes its brand to the next level, and opens a store in the Third Ward.
Oct 31st, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 29. October 2012
Milwaukee County's budget was the big topic last week.
Oct 29th, 2012
Sydney HiH Retrospective
Gallery Night provided one last opportunity to experience the Sydney HiH.
Oct 25th, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 22. October 2012
Gallery Night was the hot topic last night.
Oct 22nd, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 15. October 2012
The Waukesha water deal was back in the news last week.
Oct 15th, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 8. October 2012
The Waukesha water deal was back in the news last week.
Oct 8th, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 1. October 2012
The Milwaukee Streetcar was back in the news last week.
Oct 1st, 2012
Brain Drain?
Our commentators debate: Is Milwaukee badly behind other cities in the percent of college educated residents?
Jul 23rd, 2012
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 14. May 2012
Letter Perfectly Frames The Regional Water Issue By James Rowen Milwaukee alderman pushes idea of building a downtown “Center” By Brandon Cruz Grigsby questions Walker’s Milwaukee Plan By Milwaukee Courier Alderman Witkowski says think bigger for new sports center: include residences, restaurants, entertainment venues, shops By Terry L. Witkowski Video: Daykin discusses downtown Hilton Garden […]
May 14th, 2012
Bruce Murphy signs on as Editor
Urban Milwaukee is happy to announce that Bruce Murphy has come aboard as our new editor and columnist, where he will revive his well-known column Murphy’s Law. Among the state’s best-known journalists, Murphy is most celebrated for his stories exposing the Milwaukee County pension scandal, which led to the resignation of County Executive F. Thomas Ament and the recall of seven county supervisors. No scandal in Milwaukee history resulted in more politicians being thrown out of office.
May 9th, 2012
Friday Photos Friday, 22. October 2010
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Oct 22nd, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 18. October 2010
The inanity of airport connectors By Stephen Smith New Portland Grocery Store Has More Parking for Bikes Than Cars By A.K. Streeter 2011 Milwaukee County Executive Budget Review [PDF] By Public Policy Forum Oh beautiful Beerline By Michael Horne Beerline Trail Map By Dave Schlabowske ‘Suburban Nation’: 10 Worst Things About Suburban Sprawl (PHOTOS) By […]
Oct 18th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of October 18th, 2010
October 18, 2010 City Plan Commission Meeting October 18, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and is responsible for master planning activities. The CPC advises the Common Council on a variety of land development issues including zoning map changes, revisions in the zoning […]
Oct 17th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 15. October 2010
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Oct 15th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 11. October 2010
More cuts for county transit By Peggy Schulz Beerline Trail extension opens Wednesday By Tom Held Oakland Ave. Goodwill store approved by Zoning Appeals Board By Tom Daykin Beerline Trail Opening By Dave Schlabowske Biketoberfest is on, but everybody be cool By Andy Tarnoff Vote for Milwaukee MaKEover By Thurston Woods Neighborhood Downtown Milwaukee hotel […]
Oct 11th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of October 11th, 2010
October 12, 2010 UEDA: 10th Annual Community Development Summit October 12, 2010 The 10th Annual Community Development Summit will be held on the morning of Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at the Italian Conference Center in Milwaukee. “Foreclosure: Impacts and Opportunities” will provide an update of the foreclosure situation in Milwaukee and innovative approaches currently being […]
Oct 10th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 08. October 2010
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Oct 8th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 4. October 2010
Striking images of disconnected streets and unwanted sprawl By Kaid Benfield Stuck in Traffic – Worst Peak-Hour Commutes in America By Richard Florida An open front door to invaders in Great Lakes By Dan Egan # Milwaukee Ballet announces partners for new building By Tom Strini Copenhagen – We Love Bikes By Mikael Colville-Andersen Chicago’s […]
Oct 4th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of October 4th, 2010
October 4, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting October 4, 2010 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and […]
Oct 3rd, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 01. October 2010
Latitude from Farwell Entrance to St. John’s on the Lake Latitude Apartments St. John’s on the Lake Topped Off St. John’s Construction
Oct 1st, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 27. September 2010
The $54 question: Is rail worth it? By Steve Hiniker Debate forms over Innovation Park’s influence By Joe Lanane Federal grants add to Hank Aaron and Oak Leaf trails By Tom Held MARN gets a bricks-and-mortar home By Mary Louise Schumacher Development Near Transit Too Pricey? Build More Transit By Angie Schmitt Plan paves way […]
Sep 27th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of September 27th, 2010
September 28, 2010 Engineers Without Borders: La Garrucha, Guatemala potable water system September 28, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Speaker: Michael Paddock, Senior Project Manager, CH2M HILL, and USA Board of Directors, Engineers Without Borders The UWM School of Freshwater Sciences announces another semester of All Things Water seminars, featuring presentations on freshwater topics […]
Sep 27th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 24. September 2010
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Sep 24th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 20. September 2010
Supervisors say county should not make hasty decision about O’Donnell Park By BizTimes Daily The power of buttons and being normal (credit cards and taxis) By Seth Godin Bing Maps Gets Transit Directions By Kristin Meldahl High-speed rail construction begins in Illinois By Biz Scott Walker’s “68 Page Jobs Plan!”? Reduce the Huge Text Size […]
Sep 20th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of September 20th, 2010
September 20, 2010 Milwaukee County: Committee on Economic and Community Development September 20, 2010 9:00 am The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including […]
Sep 19th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 17. September 2010
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Sep 17th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 13. September 2010
Former Bucks star plans Old World 3rd St. club By Andrew Wagner Mayor Daley floats reversing Chicago River By Dan Egan Milwaukee considers North End loan By Sean Ryan Twisted Fork will give way to Replay Sports Bar By Bobby Tanzilo UWM says it needs money for project Development could hinge on TIF dollars By […]
Sep 13th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of September 13th, 2010
September 13, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting September 13, 2010 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and […]
Sep 12th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 10. September 2010
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Sep 10th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 6. September 2010
Real Estate: Aurora HQ could spur Tannery turnaround By Andrew Weiland Milwaukee Business Owner, Supporting Rail Transit, Hosts Dinner for Tom Barrett By Charlie Rosenberg Janette Sadik-Khan, NYC Transportation Commissioner By cnbc.com Job creation through smart land use & transportation By Kaid Benfield Continuum wins design work for UWM School of Freshwater Sciences By Marie […]
Sep 6th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of September 6th, 2010
September 9, 2010 Public Works Committee Meeting September 9, 2010 9:00 am The Public Works Committee is responsible for physical services provided by the city such as street and alley maintenance, waste collection, disposal and recycling, sewer, water and flood control projects, assessments, public buildings, land and waterways. Public Works Committee meetings start at 9:00 […]
Sep 5th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 03. September 2010
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Sep 3rd, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 30. August 2010
UWM’s growth touted for new jobs By Tom Daykin Rail stops that make sense By Matthew Trussoni The Inconvenient Truth About Traffic Math: Progress Is Slow By Carl Bialik City vendor may get $1.2B from parking-privatization deal By Cory Schouten Moderne high-rise loan guarantee wins final OK, work to begin soon By Tom Daykin Communities […]
Aug 30th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of August 30rd, 2010
September 1, 2010 Common Council Meeting September 1, 2010 9:00 am City Hall 200 East Wells St. Common Council Chambers Milwaukee, WI 53202[…] Port of Milwaukee Redevelopment Plan September 1, 2010 6:00 pm Alderman Zielinski is holding a neighborhood meeting to discuss the Port of Milwaukee Redevelopment Plan on Wednesday, September 1st, 6 p.m. at […]
Aug 29th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 27. August 2010
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Aug 27th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 23. August 2010
Apartments proposed for east side seek $8 million HUD loan guarantee By Tom Daykin A Case for Open Data in Transit By Elizabeth Press That beautiful brownfield By milwaukeenewsbuzz.com APTA Report Prescribes Public Transport to Improve Public Health By Noah Kazis DOT to build new train shed at Milwaukee Intermodal Station By Real Estate Weekly […]
Aug 23rd, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of August 23rd, 2010
August 23, 2010 City Plan Commission Meeting August 23, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and is responsible for master planning activities. The CPC advises the Common Council on a variety of land development issues including zoning map changes, revisions in the zoning […]
Aug 22nd, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 20. August 2010
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Aug 20th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 16. August 2010
Last night I dreamt of Daniel Hoan By Dave Schlabowske What is ‘smart growth,’ anyway? By Kaid Benfield UWM may buy Columbia site by end of year By The Business Journal of Milwaukee What a lovely charrette! By milwaukeenewsbuzz.com UWM purchase of hospital property wins Building Commission approval By Tom Daykin The Phony Sewage Issue […]
Aug 16th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of August 16nd, 2010
August 16, 2010 Irish Fest Summer School August 16, 2010 9:00 am to August 20, 2010 9:00 pm If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about Irish music, dance, song, arts, history, language and culture – this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. To help celebrate the 30th anniversary of Milwaukee Irish Fest, a […]
Aug 15th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 13. August 2010
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Aug 13th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 9. August 2010
10 people who are CHANGING MILWAUKEE By Eric Decker and Alysha Schertz UWM agrees to buy Columbia hospital complex for $20.2 million By Tom Daykin UWM Innovation Park financing plan goes to Tosa Joint Review Board By Tom Daykin Philadelphia Water Department moves away from Deep Tunnel-style water management By Steven Vance Milwaukee County Grounds […]
Aug 9th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 06. August 2010
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Aug 6th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 2. August 2010
Kohl advances funds for UWM water school By The Business Journal of Milwaukee Bike ridership up, accidents down By Max Loos Downtown Gyms Getting in Shape By Doris Hajewski Bradley Center Scoreboard Removal By Andrew Wagner LaHood to next governor – “This train will not be stopped” By Patti Wenzel High-speed trains pick up more […]
Aug 2nd, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of August 2nd, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. August 2, 2010 2011 Preliminary Budget Hearing August 2, 2010 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm The City of Milwaukee will hold a 2011 Preliminary Budget Hearing to ensure […]
Aug 1st, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 30. July 2010
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Jul 30th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 26. July 2010
The Godfather of Parking By John Van Horn County still has no economic development director By Steve Jagler Parking garage at former Pabst brewery wins LEED gold rating By Tom Daykin UWM School of Freshwater Sciences awarded $525,000 grant By John Schmid Hank Aaron State Trail losing its smokestack landmarks, gaining others By Tom Held […]
Jul 26th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of July 26th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. July 27, 2010 Common Council Meeting July 27, 2010 9:00 am City Hall 200 East Wells St. Common Council Chambers Milwaukee, WI 53202 […] Blue Sky Sustainability Lunch […]
Jul 25th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 23. July 2010
Sinkhole Repair at North and Oakland Midwest High Speed Rail Meeting Urban Ecology Center Parking Lot Latitude Latitude
Jul 23rd, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 19. July 2010
Company Picks Milwaukee As Manufacturing Location By wisn.com Exploring Cities By Rob Pitingolo High speed rail is focus of brown bag lunch meeting July 22 at Public Market By Robert Bauman Some believe sales tax is way to go to boost transit systems By Joe Potente Milwaukee – A Walker’s Paradise By Andrew Knee In […]
Jul 19th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of July 19th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. July 19, 2010 Water Summit IV: Blue Footprint July 19, 2010 7:30 am to 4:00 pm In a blink of an eye the United States has turned its […]
Jul 18th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 16. July 2010
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Jul 16th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 12. July 2010
Wisconsin candidates’ cost-cutting plans don’t add up By Jason Stein Rail advocates tout regionalism in economic talks By Caley Clinton Robbing rail to pay Hoan is a bridge to nowhere By Joe Yovino Gas taxes give us a break at the pump By Dennis Cauchon Resolution aims to bring campaign finance reports out of the […]
Jul 12th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of July 12th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. July 12, 2010 City Plan Commission Meeting July 12, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and […]
Jul 11th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 5. July 2010
Bicycle Highways By Tom Vanderbilt WHEDA, City of Milwaukee, United Christian Church, Star United Townhomes and local officials celebrate United Townhomes grand opening By milwaukeecourieronline.com Groundbreaking for Veterans Manor By milwaukeecourieronline.com Sweet Water urban farm expanding By Michael Timm School of Freshwater Sciences By Jeff Plale High-speed depot pressures Madison planners By Paul Snyder Wisconsin […]
Jul 5th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 02. July 2010
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Jul 2nd, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 28. June 2010
Lawsuit looms over lakefront lot expansion By Sean Ryan Study: Sprawling cities experience hotter summer temperatures By Samantha Cossick Wauwatosa Taxpayers, Through TIF, Will Finance Part of UWM’s Engineering/Innovation Campus By James Rowen Lake Park waterfall to be dedicated Saturday By OnMilwaukee.com Developer pursuing Park East apartments despite setback By Tom Daykin LGBT Center moving […]
Jun 28th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of June 28th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. June 28, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting June 28, 2010 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, […]
Jun 27th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 25. June 2010
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Jun 25th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 21. June 2010
Apartments planned for Commerce St. riverfront likely getting tax credits By Tom Daykin Tower Automotive site, Art Museum to be used in “Transformers 3” scenes By Tom Daykin Glorioso grocery plans get heat By Milwaukee News Buzz Erie Street Plaza gets aspens instead of bamboo By Mary Louise Schumacher New report shows biking and walking […]
Jun 21st, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of June 21st, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. June 22, 2010 Blue Sky Sustainability Lunch June 22, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Inspired by the success of Green Drinks Milwaukee. The idea is to get […]
Jun 20th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 18. June 2010
Locust St. Festival UrbanMilwaukee.com Happy Hour Denis Sullivan Gathering Waters Festival Lakeshore State Park
Jun 18th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 14. June 2010
Water school project tests university budget By Sean Ryan WUWM: The Gathering Waters Festival By Tom Luljak How walkable is your neighborhood? By milwaukeenewsbuzz.com Waukesha forced to reveal water construction costs By Sean Ryan UWM students to pay new fee for basketball arena By Sharif Durhams Milwaukee County has most of area’s population growth, new […]
Jun 14th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of June 14th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. June 14, 2010 Milwaukee County: Committee on Economic and Community Development June 14, 2010 9:00 am The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration […]
Jun 13th, 2010
Friday Photos Friday, 11. June 2010
UrbanMilwaukee.com Vists the Pedal Tavern Erie Street Plaza Lakeshore State Park Discovery World Denis Sullivan + Discovery World
Jun 11th, 2010
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 7. June 2010
Tight parking rules near Pabst project stir complaints By Tom Daykin Morning sun creates a near masterpiece for Miller Lite Ride for the Arts By Tom Held Street Eats By Karen Cinpinski Parking lots to parks: Designing livable cities By Lester Brown Alderman says UWM’s new developments will boost Walker’s Point By mkepoliticsweekly KRM rolls […]
Jun 7th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of June 7th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. June 7, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting June 7, 2010 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, […]
Jun 6th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of May 31st, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. June 3, 2010 Public Works Committee Meeting June 3, 2010 9:00 am The Public Works Committee is responsible for physical services provided by the city such as street […]
May 30th, 2010
Upcoming Events for the Week of May 24th, 2010
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. May 24, 2010 City Plan Commission Meeting May 24, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and […]
May 23rd, 2010
