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What Will Be Done With Existing Public Museum Building?
Milwaukee County seeking consultant to help sell property.
Aug 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Growing MKE Plan Suffers Sudden Growing Pains
Much criticism, fears of gentrification at hearing from central city residents.
Jul 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
First Key Vote On Zoning Overhaul Scheduled For Monday
Is Growing MKE good to go or dead on arrival? City Plan Commission gets first say.
Jul 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Tallest Building in Wisconsin Proposal Could Be Downsized, Stalled
Alderman Robert Bauman wants a market study conducted for each bid the city received.
Jul 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Development Boasts Tallest Building in Wisconsin
City unveils $700 million redevelopment proposal for Marcus Center parking strucuture.
Jul 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Hiring GRAEF For Northridge Mall Replacement Design
Plan calls for a market analysis and many different options for development. Public input sought.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Awards $100K in Fresh Food Grants
Fresh Food Access Fund grants for 7 groups include a sober living center, food pantry and hydroponic farm.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Third Ward Condos Moving Forward
Peter Renner lining up final pieces of 13-unit development on Summerfest Pl.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vel Phillips Plaza Opens To Great Fanfare
Downtown's new "front door" honors civil rights pioneer, trailblazer.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Chicago City Exchange Sees Milwaukee Leaders Discuss Big Ideas in Windy City
Hoan Group spends day building connections.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Veit Submits Winning Bid To Demolish Northridge Mall
Company has smashed everything from Bradley Center to Marquette's beer-can-shaped dorm.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Aims High In Bid For Transportation Grants
And it looks like the State of Wisconsin has federal aid to make dreams into reality.
Jun 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Bay View Library Listed For Sale
City wants to see it repurposed. Plus: A nearby church sold to new congregation.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
September Construction Start Targeted For Harbor District Apartments
Mixed-income building will include new public water feature on E. Greenfield Avenue.
Jun 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Dockwall Collapse Creates Uncertain Future For Riverfront Site
City could compel repairs, but hasn't yet. What comes next?
Jun 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Hates For-Profit College, But Approves It Anyway
Threat of lawsuit a factor as Arizona College of Nursing seeks to open on West Side.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Retreats On For-Profit College
Opponents call Arizona College of Nursing predatory. Committee decides to allow zoning change for it.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Point Will Get New Plaza, Protected Bike Lanes
And upgraded skate park. City plans 11 projects to improve south-side area.
May 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See the 2024 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
20 projects big and small are named best of the best in Milwaukee design
May 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Funds Will Boost Walker’s Point Development
Corner of 1st and National would see new affordable apartment building.
May 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Four Milwaukee Affordable Housing Proposals Secure Critical Tax Credits
WHEDA's housing tax credit award puts developments on path to groundbreaking.
May 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See Inside Northridge Mall Before It’s Demolished
Milwaukee may have never had a bigger collection of broken glass and phallic graffiti.
May 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Considers Options For University Club
Including events, a restaurant and hotel. Plan commission okays zoning change.
May 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Zoning Changes Would Clear Path To 1 Million Residents
But the Growing MKE plan is also intended to prevent gentrification and deter spikes in housing prices.
May 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Reaches The Hard Part of Demolishing Northridge Mall
Demolition nearly complete for former Boston Store.
May 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Draft & Vessel Owner Plans Cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
Entrepreneur Nat Davauer has big plans for key downtown space.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie Bolich
New City Attorney Brings Back Deputy Who Departed Under Spencer
Mary Schanning will return to City Hall as one of Evan Goyke's top deputies.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council President Jose Perez Reelected
Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Redesign King Drive, Pere Marquette Park
And build a protected bike lane on W. Highland Avenue.
Apr 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Restaurant Would Save Historic Wildenberg Hotel
Cafe India owner plans major development on S. 27th St.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Demolition Starting At Northridge Mall
Former Boston Store will be the first section to fall.
Mar 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Punts On For-Profit College Approval
But without approval, Arizona College of Nursing issue seems likely headed to court.
Mar 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vacant Building Would Become Gaming Center
Building at 16th and Walnut would see new life as "PrimeTime Gaming"
Mar 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Approval Process Starting For Country’s Tallest Mass Timber Building
And company hopes to build an even taller building next door.
Feb 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Corporate Headquarters, 130 Jobs For Downtown
Enerpac Tool HQ moving to Milwaukee. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Feb 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plan Would Save Former Acapulco Restaurant Building
And a new brunch restaurant would fill the popular restaurant's space.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Design Released For Dog-Friendly Downtown Brewery
Foxtown Landing, dog park planned for riverfront site on edge of Historic Third Ward.
Feb 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Commission Rejects For-Profit Nursing School
Unanimous decision sets up high-stakes council vote, possible court challenge.
Feb 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
A New Plan For Tiny Homes
With a new design and developer for project to support homeless veterans.
Feb 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
330 Affordable Apartments Planned By Developers
Part of 2,021 planned across Wisconsin. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Feb 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Starts On Long-Awaited King Drive Building
Five Points Lofts, first proposed in 2020, is finally becoming reality.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
After Taking Ownership, Milwaukee Moves To Secure Northridge Mall
On-site security, board ups and next, a very long fence.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
By Demolishing Homes, Milwaukee Hopes To Revive Neighborhoods
City hopes to raze 180 houses this year, but how long will neighborhoods take to revive?
Feb 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Eitel Cancels Plans For Vel Phillips Plaza Cafe After Council Questions, Public Opposition
After Milwaukee Turners "pilloried" Eitel on Tuesday, things appear to have snowballed behind the scenes.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Hall Would Save Historic Tavern
Clarence Morse's dream to restore 1890s Riverwest tavern moving toward reality.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Won’t Fully Regulate Airbnb In Milwaukee
Mayor's staff recommends letting status quo stand, council wants more discussion.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Would Improve Red Arrow Park, Overhaul Two Downtown Streets
And use downtown property taxes to bail out Century City TIF district.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Investor Will Save 101-Year-Old Building
City-owned building slated for demolition. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Jan 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Names Vendor For New Downtown Park
Nomad Coffee Bar will operate a 2,900-square-foot cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Residents Form Development Group to Support Affordable Housing
EmprUve focuses its efforts on homeownership and community revitalization.
Jan 2nd, 2024 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Three Buyers Seeking Former MPS School
Plus: SoHi Lofts reopens to residents and a recap of the week's real estate news.
Dec 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Town Bank Plans Capitol Drive Branch
Plus: Associated closing a branch, Marcus Center parking garage draws 3 redevelopment bids, and the weekly roundup.
Dec 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Michels’ Taxes Will Pay For Skate Park, Street Paving, Public Art
Success of R1VER mixed-use complex will pay for improvements in surrounding neighborhoods.
Dec 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Affordable Housing Planned Near Milwaukee-Glendale Border
Church would sell lot to enable development. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Dec 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Sell Former Bay View Library
Former church down the block also for sale. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Dec 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Wins $15 Million To Demolish Northridge, But Still Must Prevail In Court
Federal funds, long anticipated, provide major boost to city's redevelopment effort.
Dec 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mitchell Street Building Saved, New Development Planned For Parking Lots
Developer's new plan would still bring more affordable housing to Mitchell Street.
Dec 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Park Will Be Built Atop 24th Street
One block of southside street near MPS school would become neighborhood amenity.
Dec 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Church, Cupid Partner On Affordable Housing
St. Matthew Church will see nearby vacant lots turned into 50 apartments for seniors.
Dec 4th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Third-Party Study Suggests How Milwaukee Could Save Millions
But will ideas like selling buildings or changing police overtime rules work?
Nov 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
The Streets of New Milwaukee Is Theme at Conference
Urban Spaceship delves into how to make city a people-friendly place.
Nov 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Revised Deer District Concert Venue Wins Key Approval
Council's zoning committee votes yes. Full council vote expected next week.
Nov 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Bay View Plan Envisions Redevelopment of 3 Key Sites
"We no longer have to be reactionary," says Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic.
Nov 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Changes To Milwaukee’s Zoning Code Would Encourage More Development
"Growing MKE" proposal part of strategy to grow city to 1 million residents.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mill Road Library For Sale
Former library has unusual circular shape, located on busy 76th Street corridor.
Nov 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Ezekiel CDC Shows Off Foreclosed Home Rehabilitation
Ezekiel VP Jim Gaillard shows off work to Sen. Tammy Baldwin, DCD Commissioner Crump
Oct 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Take Years to Build New Recycling Facility
But curbside recycling continues while fire-damaged facility is shuttered.
Oct 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartments Planned For Historic Third Ward
Final piece of Commission Row to be redeveloped.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Revised Deer District Concert Hall Gets First Approval
City Plan Commission adds conditions about future hotel site and requires new safety plan.
Oct 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Housing Center For Those Recovering From Substance Abuse
Wisconsin Community Services to build project near W. Capitol Drive.
Oct 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Commission Rejects Midtown Walmart Redevelopment Plan
City officials cite lack of detail in plan for self storage and commercial spaces.
Oct 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Makes ‘Skyline-Defining’ Bet On Downtown
Insurance company celebrates construction start on $500 million tower overhaul.
Oct 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
East Side Tower Adds Apartments
New Land plan is now for 24 stories, less parking. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Oct 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Partner Sought To Reopen Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar
And you won't have to pay $5 million after buyer found for other properties.
Sep 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Vel R. Phillips Plaza Takes Shape
New downtown park aims to spur nearby development and create a sense of community.
Sep 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Evacuates 27th Street Building Over Safety Concerns
It's expected to be months before residents can move back in.
Sep 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
576-Unit Bay View Apartment Complex Wins Key Approval
Bear Development seeks to start construction, but what about environmental remediation?
Sep 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Input on How to Grow Milwaukee
Here's how you can provide it.
Sep 11th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Milwaukee’s Oldest Bar Is For Sale
Landmark 1850 Inn near the airport is on the market. Who will save it?
Sep 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks ‘Landmark’ Redevelopment of Marcus Center Parking Structure
Hotel, housing and first-floor activation sought to replace aging parking structure.
Sep 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Mall’s Fate Hinges On Appeals Court Ruling, Second Attorney Quits
Plus: Trespassing has returned to vacant property.
Sep 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Deer District Venue Downsized, But New Hotel Could Join It
Plus: Wine distributor sets up shop on Bradley Rd. and a recap of week's real estate news.
Aug 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Could Start in 60 Days On Massive Bay View Project
Proposal would add eight buildings, 576 apartments where a vacant factory stands.
Aug 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
IKON Hotel Dropped In Favor of ‘Sears Market’ Concept
New proposal to redevelop former Sears department store at Fond du Lac and North.
Aug 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sixteenth Street Health Centers Demolishing House for Parking
And more tear downs for parking could follow. Is it good policy?
Aug 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Buyer For Northside Tavern
Plus: Plumbing equipment company expanding in Menomonee Valley. And a recap of week's real estate news.
Aug 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposed East Side Tower On Hold
Rising interest rates and increased sales tax rate cited by Goll Mansion site developer.
Aug 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Contribute $9 Million To Huge Bay View Development
Plus: Atid Properties sells portfolio and a recap of week's real estate news.
Aug 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
After $15-Per-Hour Pledge, Museum Gets Zoning Change
Council members asked for better protections for food service workers.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Company Backs Out of Buying Northridge Mall
Phoenix Investors had secured the troubled property, but city opposed its redevelopment plans.
Jul 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Members Want Better Pay For Museum Food Service Workers
Zoning vote could hinge on oft-overlooked city policy.
Jul 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
How Committed Is City To Tearing Down 794?
Council members question 'weasel language' in Milwaukee plan for Downtown.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Developer For Land at 16th and Forest Home
Deal will even include part of the street. Plus: recap of the week's real estate news.
Jul 23rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Commission Okays Huge Housing Development
Rejects Ald. Taylor's push to delay proposal for 1,145 units of housing near Northridge.
Jul 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Buyer For Fond du Lac Avenue Building
A former barbershop and Harley dealer. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Jul 16th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Villard Avenue Church Finds New Life
Kingdom Empowered Ministries will buy city-owned property.
Jul 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Land Trust Unveils Forever Affordable Homes
Four new homes part of effort to create a total of 45 by 2025.
Jul 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Nova Could Be Downtown Airbnb Hub
Apartments could be temporarily leased as "pop-up hotel." Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Jul 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
E. North Ave. Apartments Moving Forward
Council committee endorses land sale, zoning change, TIF for long-sought development.
Jul 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
