Arts & Entertainment
Mining Moratorium Bill passed in 1997
With overwhelming bipartisan support, the Wisconsin state senate passed the Mining Moratorium Bill in 1997, later signed into law by Gov. Tommy Thompson.
Mar 12th, 2012 by Holly NearmanNew trends from fashion weeks
Fashion weeks wrapped up just this week, and TCD Fashion Director Kimberly Gomez takes a look at all of the exciting new trends.
Mar 10th, 2012 by Kimberly GomezTCD’s week in review (3/09/12)
GTAC moves on, new jobs reports are released, dairy farmers set a state record, and John Axford tells the truth.
Mar 9th, 2012 by Dan ShaferBarrett questions Walker’s leadership, weighs recall run
Mayor Tom Barrett is yet to throw his hat into Wisconsin's gubernatorial recall ring, but at Wednesday's Wispolitics forum, he sounded like he's running.
Mar 8th, 2012 by Patti WenzelLocal outsider artist Jimmy von Milwaukee
Now that Anthony Petullo's collection has been donated to MAM for "Accidental Genius," Judith takes a look at local "Outsider Art" with Jimmy von Milwaukee.
Mar 6th, 2012 by Judith Ann MoriartySchlitz’s beer garden shuts its doors
In 1921, prohibition shut down Milwaukee's famous brewing industry, killing saloons and making breweries struggle to survive.
Mar 5th, 2012 by Holly Nearman“Art in Protest” banned at School for Workers
UW Extension School for Workers "Art in Protest" exhibit was cancelled after pressure from state rep Steve Nass, sparking a freedom of expression debate.
Mar 1st, 2012 by Michael HorneMPS reacts to community violence in schools and streets
Superintendent Gregory Thornton is voicing his concern over a grim statistic: four children dead in seven weeks. MPS holds a meeting in response to the violence.
Feb 29th, 2012 by Patti WenzelFeinstein’s Sinatra, Raining Beatles, Blues Bros. revived
Lots of musical re-incarnation, four theater openings, four concerts, and a big Wisconsin show at the Allis Art Museum.
Feb 28th, 2012 by Matthew Reddin2012 Academy Awards
Oscar night is this Sunday, and Mark Metcalf shares his predictions, thoughts and hopes for Hollywood's biggest night, the 2012 Academy Awards.
Feb 24th, 2012 by Mark MetcalfA plethora of musical guests greet the city
Bond a la Carl Davis at the MSO, visiting artists join UWM's ensembles, and Boulevard puts on Milwaukee's fourth Conor McPherson play in two years.
Feb 21st, 2012 by Matthew ReddinSucculents and Cacti, Oh My
Give new life to an old bench with a rich stain and plenty of plants. Still have time, brighten up your bedroom with Mexican-inspired decor.
Feb 19th, 2012 by Carly Rubach