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Murphy’s Law: Milwaukee’s Most Underestimated Leader?
Murphy’s Law

Milwaukee’s Most Underestimated Leader?

MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton has quietly righted a ship that once looked ready to sink.

Major Changes in Head Start Program

Major Changes in Head Start Program

Next Door expands services after federal government drops Social Development Commission as provider.

Insurance Companies See Demand for Obamacare

Insurance Companies See Demand for Obamacare

Companies selling in Milwaukee County are optimistic about new health care system.

NEWaukeean of the Week: Kristin Wollenberg
NEWaukeean of the Week

Kristin Wollenberg

"I live near Brady Street and the people watching is just spectacular."

Walker’s Year Of Political Danger

Walker’s Year Of Political Danger

Weak poll results and tricky issues face the governor in the year before he runs.

House Confidential: Mike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo
House Confidential

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.

Streetsblog: How a Streetcar Spurs Development
Streetsblog

How a Streetcar Spurs Development

In cities like Kansas City, Cincinnati and Tucson, the creation of an urban streetcar has triggered development.

Friday Photos: First Downtown Office Building in 12 Years
Friday Photos

First Downtown Office Building in 12 Years

Work has started on the Pabst Business Center, and our photos capture the progress.

Murphy’s Law: The Decline of Local Control
Murphy’s Law

The Decline of Local Control

Republicans favor local control. So why are they passing so many laws ending it?

Bike Czar: The Sheer Beauty of Bicycling
Bike Czar

The Sheer Beauty of Bicycling

Yes, it's cheaper and healthier to ride a bike. But it also connects you to nature and a world of sensations.

The Road to Creativity

The Road to Creativity

Despite carping from critics, the Creational Trails project seeks to artistically enliven 10 blocks of Wisconsin Avenue.

City Budget’s Impact on Neighborhoods

City Budget’s Impact on Neighborhoods

From more police officers and new libraries to street pavement spending, changes will have big impact.