Arts & Entertainment

On Stage 7/12-18: Gathering on the Green, a surge of theater
On Stage 7/12-18

Gathering on the Green, a surge of theater

A bundle of plays and musicals open, along with a Mequon music festival and a thesis show at Danceworks.

Op/Ed: Applying the law to the Legislature
Op/Ed

Applying the law to the Legislature

Following a Supreme Court decision that the Open Meetings Law doesn't apply to the Senate or Assembly, Democratic leaders offer an amendment to change the law.

The City Cyclist: The Hank Aaron State Trail
The City Cyclist

The Hank Aaron State Trail

Take in a view of Milwaukee's industrial past and tour the picturesque Menomonee Valley on the winding paths of the Hank Aaron State Trail extension.

Elected or appointed judges: Will it stop the fighting?
Elected or appointed judges

Will it stop the fighting?

An amendment to appoint Wisconsin Supreme Court justices may not end the rancor, but it could stop the influence of third-party money.

How well do you know the First Amendment?

How well do you know the First Amendment?

As you celebrate our country's independence today, take time to test your knowledge of some of our most important freedoms.

Threads: Styled to a “T”
Threads

Styled to a “T”

The classic tee has come a long way over the years. Far from standard boxy styles, a variety of new silhouettes and cuts offer tees that are smart, sexy, and even a bit luxurious.

The City Cyclist: Follow the River
The City Cyclist

Follow the River

Another great weekend for biking in Milwaukee! This week, enjoy the wild and woodsy beauty along the northwestern portion of the Oak Leaf Trail.

PODCAST: Semi-Twang, rebooted
PODCAST

Semi-Twang, rebooted

Before taking the stage at Summerfest, Semi-Twang frontman John Sieger drops in to chat about the inception and revival of one of Milwaukee's great alt-country bands.

Milwaukee redistricting to increase minority representation

Milwaukee redistricting to increase minority representation

Milwaukee's growing Hispanic and Latino communities are changing the look of the city and its voice.

Last Night for Literati: Downtown Books’ farewell party
Last Night for Literati

Downtown Books’ farewell party

The venerable, book-filled labyrinth is being forced to split up into smaller venues. So the employees threw a party. Here's what it looked like.

TCDIY: Graffiti, Foliage and Fathers
TCDIY

Graffiti, Foliage and Fathers

Graffiti art inspires Carly to embellish a guitar for dad. It's easy and you can do it to.

Threads: The jet-setting travelista
Threads

The jet-setting travelista

What every girl needs in her suitcase for vacation.