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The Bikewoman Cometh

The Bikewoman Cometh

A south side community group offers a mobile "bike hub" that repairs bikes and helps you get back on the pedals.

Murphy’s Law: County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?
Murphy’s Law

County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?

They should be working to get more state funding. But they’re too busy protecting the county board.

Plenty of Horne: Every Politician in Town
Plenty of Horne

Every Politician in Town

Well, not quite, but the City's Birthday Party had a big turnout of politicians and insiders.

Remembering Ed Koch

Remembering Ed Koch

The first big-city mayor to reject groveling for federal help by selling urban pathology, Koch’s arrogance helped save New York.

Newaukeean of the Week: Linda Schenkelberg
Newaukeean of the Week

Linda Schenkelberg

The owner of a fitness facility, Schenkelberg loves all the lakes in the area for boating.

City People: Marina Lee
City People

Marina Lee

The creator of Snail's Crossing park in Riverwest brings her art directly to the people.

Taverns: Keeper of the Flame
Taverns

Keeper of the Flame

Tiny, yes, but The Jazz Estate remains the city’s preeminent club for live jazz.

Friday Photos: New Marriott Hotel Still Controversial?
Friday Photos

New Marriott Hotel Still Controversial?

The hotel got a lot of state WHEDA money that was supposed to target Milwaukee's central city job centers. Still, the hotel is a boost for downtown.

House Confidential: MSOE’s Humphrey House
House Confidential

MSOE’s Humphrey House

MSOE spent $250,000 to upgrade the 1894 Queen Anne residence of its longtime president.

New State Law Increases Abortion Delays and Risk

New State Law Increases Abortion Delays and Risk

Law passed last year restricts the use of drugs to end pregnancies, forcing more women to have surgery.

Bike Czar: The Problem with Icy Trails
Bike Czar

The Problem with Icy Trails

The city and county do a much better job of plowing and clearing streets than bike trails. That won't change until bikers start complaining.

Return of the Native

Return of the Native

A returning Milwaukeean is stunned at the changes in the city of his birth.