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On the Trail of Major Pot Growers

On the Trail of Major Pot Growers

More than 90,000 pot plants have been found in Wisconsin’s state and federal forests.

NEWaukeean of the Week: Sarah Fierek
NEWaukeean of the Week

Sarah Fierek

"If you can’t find something to enjoy in this city, you simply aren’t paying attention!"

The Traveling Bicycle Repair Man

The Traveling Bicycle Repair Man

Non-profit group's program has repaired 250 bikes on the South Side.

House Confidential: The Three Mansions of Michael White
House Confidential

The Three Mansions of Michael White

The Rite-Hite CEO is a trustee of the River Hills village board. But he also owns homes in Milwaukee and Arizona.

Doors Open: Views from Wisconsin Gas Building
Doors Open

Views from Wisconsin Gas Building

Rarely-seen views from the 1920s Art Deco building. But alas, we couldn't get inside the flame.

Streetsblog: Park(ing) Day Across America
Streetsblog

Park(ing) Day Across America

Milwaukee wasn't the only city celebrating the day, as these photos document.

Plenty of Horne: Brewing as a Conceptual Art
Plenty of Horne

Brewing as a Conceptual Art

Brenner Brewing has a ways to go before it functions as a working brewery. Plus: a fundraiser for the anti-Clarke candidate.

Targeting Black Infant Mortality

Targeting Black Infant Mortality

Despite disagreements, groups working on problem are making progress.

Murphy’s Law: The Problem of Poverty
Murphy’s Law

The Problem of Poverty

Poverty is rising faster in Wisconsin and the city of Milwaukee than nationally.

We Want Better Wages!

We Want Better Wages!

Workers pressure Family Dollar for higher wages, right to unionize.

Best of Doors Open: Inside the Global Water Center
Best of Doors Open

Inside the Global Water Center

Our photos capture a beautiful facility focused on beefing up the city's research and innovation.

The End of Suburbs?

The End of Suburbs?

So argues a new book. And former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist agrees. Are they right?