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Who Is Mary Burke?
After meeting and interviewing her, I still find Burke something of an enigma.
Mar 18th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyCity Unveils Design Ideas for Bronzeville
Six architectural firms helped with ideas, centered around west North Avenue.
Mar 18th, 2014 by Mark Doremus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceTaxi Cab Lottery Has Light Turnout
Though there were 1,706 applications for 100 new licenses, only about 200 showed up for the lottery. But the show must go on! -- and did.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Jeramey JanneneLouis Armstrong Slept Here
Palmer St. residence of Dorothy Greer was once a hotel for black stars of jazz.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Michael HorneNew Champion of the City
New council president Michael Murphy is bluntly honest about state politicians in an interview.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Steven WaltersHighbury Pub Is For Soccer Lovers
The Bay View bar has become world famous for its crazed fans.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Kristyn Coral BoticSt. Patrick’s Day Parade
From the Sheriff to Irish dancers, it was all smiles in the parade.
Mar 16th, 2014 by Jeramey JanneneRiverwest Apartments Going Up
Three of the four buildings in the RowHouse 31 project on Humboldt Ave are nearly finished.
Mar 14th, 2014 by Jeramey JanneneWill Supreme Court Ruling Close Bike Trails?
Decision on ownership of railroad right of ways could affect bike trails in Wisconsin and nationally.
Mar 14th, 2014 by Dave SchlabowskeArts Projects Coming to Wisconsin Avenue
Greater Milwaukee Committee bringing two major art installations to Downtown and the Beer Line Bicycle Trail.
Mar 14th, 2014 by Michael HorneColumbia St. Mary’s Offers Free Dental Care
Program serves 46 schools, treats 7,000 kids, and lots of cavities.
Mar 13th, 2014 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceThe Republican Voter Suppression Bill
Cities already have less turnout and lower percent of early voters than rest of state, but bill will cut that even more.
Mar 13th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy