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How a Streetcar Spurs Development
In cities like Kansas City, Cincinnati and Tucson, the creation of an urban streetcar has triggered development.
Nov 3rd, 2013 by Angie SchmittFirst Downtown Office Building in 12 Years
Work has started on the Pabst Business Center, and our photos capture the progress.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Dave ReidThe Decline of Local Control
Republicans favor local control. So why are they passing so many laws ending it?
Nov 1st, 2013 by Bruce MurphyThe 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.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeThe Road to Creativity
Despite carping from critics, the Creational Trails project seeks to artistically enliven 10 blocks of Wisconsin Avenue.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Brian JacobsonCity Budget’s Impact on Neighborhoods
From more police officers and new libraries to street pavement spending, changes will have big impact.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service5 Candidates Running for Jeff Stone’s Assembly Seat
Four Republicans and one Democrat seek to win this heavily Republican suburban district.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Michael HorneWhy a Regional Tax is Needed
A regional tax for amenities like Milwaukee’s zoo and art museum is needed. Will they benefit from effort to help the Milwaukee Bucks?
Oct 30th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyIs Republican Reid Ribble a (Gasp) Moderate?
The state's only GOP member of congress voting to raise debt ceiling explains why.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismFour May Run for Richards’ Assembly Seat
The biggest name: sources say county board chair Marina Dimitrijevic is preparing to run.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Michael HorneCommission Approves 6-Story East Side Apartments
City Plan Commission unanimously approves proposed, 100-unit apartment complex.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Dave ReidDoes Lakefront Still Lack a Vision?
Panelists at Discovery World conference debate plans and opportunities for Milwaukee's lakefront. A report with photos.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne