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Mayor Names New Health Commissioner

Mayor Names New Health Commissioner

Michael Totoraitis will lead department, subject to council confirmation.

The Return of Doughnut Don Beer

The Return of Doughnut Don Beer

Vennture Brew Co. will release several variations of the 12.7% ABV stout infused with coffee and Cranky Al's doughnuts.

MKE County: Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County
MKE County

Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County

County still litigating lawsuits from six-year tenure of Armor Correction Health Services.

City Hall: Council Bans Food Trucks Along Four Blocks of Water Street
City Hall

Council Bans Food Trucks Along Four Blocks of Water Street

Unanimous vote for stretch north of bar district may be precursor to citywide regulations.

WHSF Hosts Taco Dinner Fundraiser

WHSF Hosts Taco Dinner Fundraiser

Hispanic group's all-you-can-eat event will raise scholarship funds for local students.

Murphy’s Law: Did Brooks Exceed His Authority At Wisconsin Center?
Murphy’s Law

Did Brooks Exceed His Authority At Wisconsin Center?

CEO’s decision to remove art works raises questions about governance of public entity.

MKE County: Crowley Approves Funding for Mental Health Programs
MKE County

Crowley Approves Funding for Mental Health Programs

ARPA funds will expand services offered by two community-based nonprofits.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 11-Story East Side Hotel Approved
Eyes on Milwaukee

11-Story East Side Hotel Approved

Council unanimously endorses new hotel for Brady Street.

City Hall: New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause
City Hall

New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause

Andrea Pratt, Lamont Westmoreland and Larresa Taylor join first full council in 17 months.

Klement’s Sausage Outlet Closing

Klement’s Sausage Outlet Closing

Last chance to stock up: Bay View store will remain open through April 27 with limited hours.

Clarion Hotel to Reopen With New Bar, Restaurant

Clarion Hotel to Reopen With New Bar, Restaurant

Formerly shuttered hotel near airport will have new management and Indian restaurant.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ
Eyes on Milwaukee

Inside Rite-Hite’s New HQ

Ccmpany's campus is designed to attract the workforce, and customers, of the future.