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Takeout Restaurant Planned Near Crisol Corridor
Latino Grill House will specialize in steaks, shrimp and lobster to-go.
May 26th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
My Office or Yours? New Bar Planned For Downtown
Your Office will bring new life to vacant East Town building.
May 23rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
West Side Grocery Store Wins Key Approval
Monterrey Market gets enthusiastic backing of city licenses committee.
May 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Los Villa Closed, New Restaurant Planned
Madison-based food truck Taqueria El Arriero is set to open in Silver City.
May 15th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Neighbor Proposes To Renovate Long-Vacant North Avenue Building
Teira Bailey wants to create a resource center for women victims of crimes.
May 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Votes to Close Lush Lounge
Excess noise, litter and a strip show led to non renewal of tavern's license.
May 14th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Lack of Sprinklers Worsened Deadly Fire, Chief Says
Ald. Bauman calls for investigation of building codes, sprinkler requirements.
May 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City Suspends Harambee Gas Station
Reports of gun activity and drug dealing at BP location on Center Street.
May 13th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Must Pay 2nd Largest Legal Settlement in History
'This is bullsh*t!' Council members angry that botched trial will cost city millions.
May 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Bar and Lounge For King Drive
Martin's Nest plans to target 'mature crowds,' program music at former Lux Bar & Lounge.
May 13th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
OG’s Could Replace Former Olive Garden
Industry veteran plans bar, restaurant and lounge on Brown Deer Road.
May 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Belmont Tavern Announces Closure
New owners are purchasing the business with plans to launch their own concept.
May 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Union Describes ‘Pervasive’ Union Busting Campaign at Trade Hotel
Union election remains unresolved pending investigation of company's tactics.
May 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Vendetta Plans Bay View Cafe
Italian-inspired coffee shop opening third location in former Interval space.
May 5th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Crowley Supports Replacing SDC
State could de-designate SDC as community action partner. But which local officials must agree?
Apr 30th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez and Meredith Melland
The Many Lawyers of Hannah Dugan
It’s a dream team. Why are top Republican-connected lawyers representing her?
Apr 30th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Italian Cocktail Lounge For Bay View
Calogero's will transform old Bay Street Pub into destination for cocktails, wine and Italian-style small plates.
Apr 29th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
With New Alderman in Place, Three Milwaukee Businesses Advance After Delays
Prairie Springs on Park, Sip & Purr and Purslane secured licenses on Tuesday.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Dunkin’ Planned For Bay View
Seasoned franchisee would open city's 13th Dunkin'.
Apr 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Divided Over Nightclub’s Age Restriction
Council denies Allure's request to lower age limit, despite split vote.
Apr 23rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Latin-Inspired Tavern For Walker’s Point
Banderas, serving agave-based spirits and tropical cocktails, plans summer opening.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Brower Waxes Anti-Capitalist In First Council Speech
New alderman makes his case for socialism in front of packed council chamber.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Vietnamese Restaurant For East Side
Saigon Baguette brings quick-service pho, banh mi and more to Farwell Avenue.
Apr 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Dollar General Shutters Southside Store
It's the second location to close in Milwaukee within a year, as company plans to close nearly 100 stores across the country.
Apr 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Pizza Purveyor Cedar Teeth Plans Bay View Restaurant
Counter-service restaurant would bring sourdough pizza to Howell Avenue.
Apr 17th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant For Bay View’s White House
Mother's, led by Vanessa Rose, aims to open in time for Pride Month.
Apr 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Business Proposed For King Drive
One Seven Cafe & Lounge plans to take over Mi Casa Su Cafe space.
Apr 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Planned For Brewery District Food Court
Mexi-Cali Grill would bring tacos, birria, chicken wings and more to permanent location.
Apr 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees
Addition of new alder Alex Brower prompts changes, restores power to veteran council member.
Apr 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Tavern Proposed For National Avenue
Los Tequileros plans to replace MKE Nights Pub, which closed in January.
Apr 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Suspends Southside Dollar Tree
Council says it has citywide concerns with chain's operation.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Ballot Shortages Mar An Otherwise Strong Night For Milwaukee Elections
At least seven polling sites had to call for urgent ballot printing.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Fusion Restaurant Planned For Historic Mitchell Street
At Leo's Wok you will find sushi and tacos, Japanese and Mexican fare.
Apr 2nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Brower Defeats Bauman In Race To Replace Brostoff
The nonpartisan Milwaukee Common Council now has a self-described socialist joining its ranks.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Will Be Funded by Council’s Transformation Fund?
After 'fighting' and negotiations, council finally picks 15 winners for funding.
Mar 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brunch Buffet Closes, New Business Planned
The Vibe Venue is planned to replace Weekend Grub, which closed in December.
Mar 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Owners Plan to Reopen MobCraft
Two partners, including a former MobCraft employee, plan to reopen the shuttered brewery and taproom.
Mar 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Would Replace Bar City Shut Down
Bistro 4923 is proposed for the former Jack's Executive Bistro.
Mar 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Legislature Pauses To Remember Jonathan Brostoff
But will it act on proposal to add waiting periods to gun purchases?
Mar 20th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Caterer Finds Permanent Home at Sherman Phoenix
Just4U set to open full time in April, offering comfort foods and vegan items.
Mar 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Corned Beef Restaurant To Replace Buffalo Boss
Fast-growing local chain Mae Velma's Corned Beef plans fourth location.
Mar 13th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Still Pausing New Liquor Licenses in Vacant Aldermanic District
On hold until April 1. Pending licenses range from dive bars to upscale restaurant.
Mar 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Changes Zoning Board Makeup
Mayor Johnson calls move 'unnecessary and potentially detrimental.'
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue
Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Lobbies for Statewide Bonus Program to Hire More Cops
Rep. Bob Donovan champions Florida-style program to attract more officers.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Owner Shares Plans For New 3rd Street Market Hall Restaurant
From Cermak to Creta, Edgar Aispuro is bringing Mediterranean cuisine to the downtown food hall.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Different Seafood Restaurant for East Town
Three-story restaurant has new name, will move from sushi to Louisiana cajun style.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Committee Approves $100 Million Deer District, MATC Project
Technical college to pay millions to include new athletic facility in mixed-use development.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mexican Restaurant for Harbor District Wins Key Approval
Miguel Herrera plans to continue family's legacy with Jalisco's Cantina.
Feb 22nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Bill Creates Observance Day in Schools for Civil Rights Pioneer Vel Phillips
There are currently 21 special observance days in Wisconsin public schools.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Brower, Bauman Advance From 8-Way Race to Replace Brostoff
Alexander Kostal narrowly finishes third.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Department Closing Unlicensed Driver Loophole
Repeat offenders without a license were being issued less severe municipal ticket.
Feb 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Cajun Restaurant Planned For Harambee
A new spot for beignets and etouffee is coming to the former Twisters Inn.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Closes La Cueva, Vote Unanimous
Touted as Bartolotta-style restaurant but really a violence-plagued nightclub, alderwoman charges.
Feb 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Closes Teutonia Gas and Food Again
Remanded hearing for retail business on N. Teutonia Ave. yields same result.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Dog-Friendly Restaurant Plans Bay View Location
New bar and burger joint will specialize in wagyu smashburgers, draft beers and cocktails.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee’s First Black Biker Bar Is History
Twisters Inn shut down last fall, citing a rent hike. Cajun restaurant set to replace it.
Feb 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
The Next Bar Is Coming to North Avenue
New tavern proposed for former Upper East Bar.
Feb 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City To Host Discussion On ICE Facility, But Attorney Suggests It May Be Moot Point
But there are options the city has to possibly slow or redirect plan.
Jan 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Tavern to Replace Bay View’s Old Skoolz
The House could soon have a home on Potter Avenue.
Jan 28th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Carnitas Restaurant Plans Second Location
Carnitas Mi Pueblo is poised for a new restaurant on Milwaukee's Southwest Side.
Jan 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Teen Lounge Planned For Hampton Avenue
Mocktails, talent shows, snacks and more would be available for youth at Teen-n-Out.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Southside Bar and Restaurant Receives 60-Day Suspension
La Caleta, on 18th and Muskego, is closed until mid-March.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Closes Southside Bar, a ‘Drug Trafficking Hub’
Ten arrests, eight firearms and a hell of a lot of drugs at El Infierno.
Jan 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
District 3 Aldermanic Candidate Narrowly Survives Nomination Challenge
Election Commission reverses decision. Eight candidates are running for eastside seat.
Jan 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
New Bar Proposed For Layton Park
Chavos Rucos, meaning young at heart, plans to bring drinks, dancing and karaoke to Lincoln Avenue.
Jan 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Matt Dorner Named Head of Milwaukee Downtown, Weirick Stepping Down
New face atop highly visible organization for first time in 27 years. Weirick helped change Downtown.
Jan 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Private Chef Launching Restaurant, Retail Shop in Bay View
Micaela Erickson is opening her dream restaurant, Radish.
Jan 9th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Ashanti Hamilton Resigns From Violence Prevention Role
Former alderman has led Office of Community Wellness and Safety since 2022.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mexican Restaurant For Clarke Square
El Caporal aims to become destination for authentic cuisine, live music and soccer viewing.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Will City Refund Snowplowing Fee For Poor Performance?
Some council members, frosty about results, support the idea.
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Restaurant Hopes to Become Northside ‘Favorite’
Favorites Restaurant & Lounge planned for 18th St. and Fond du Lac Ave.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Proposed For Thistle & Shamrock Space
Cinco Lokos would bring authentic Mexican cuisine to 84th and Lisbon.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
South Side Aldermanic Challenger Fined Over Campaign Literature
Perennial candidate Ryan Antczak admits to knowingly distributing false information.
Dec 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
What’s In The 18 Footnotes Added To Milwaukee’s Budget?
See Common Council members' ideas to make city government better serve the public.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Chinese-American Restaurant Planned for Marquette Campus
Industry veterans would open Wok On Campus, offering casual eats and late-night hours.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Will Trump Kill Milwaukee Street Upgrades and EV Projects?
At stake are at least 5 federal grants to city worth $99 million; will Trump claw back money?
Dec 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Pub Planned For Former Balzac Space
Suburban North 48° to bring craft beer and pizza to former wine bar.
Dec 9th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Does Summerfest Get Special Treatment?
Its bar license owned by private company never gets a thorough review by the city.
Dec 4th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Late-Night Pizza Spot For Lincoln Village
Former Wisconsin Pizza Authority owner plots return on near South Side.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Planned For Lincoln Warehouse
Up-and-coming restaurateur aims to continue family legacy of Mexican cuisine.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Rejects Mayor’s Vetoes, Finalizes 2025 Budget
In less than 5 minutes, council restores money for its operations and for road repair.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
A New Kind of Bar Shuffle
Several southside bars are caught up in a months-long game of musical chairs.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Snack Shop Planned For Downtown
Jr's Treats would serve large sundaes, mini pancakes and more on Water Street.
Nov 25th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Johnson Signs Brostoff’s Final Legislation Into Effect
Johnson pushes for everyone to follow in late alderman's forward-thinking spirit.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Daniel Bauman Enters Race to Replace Brostoff With Major Endorsements
Bauman announces campaign with endorsements of Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Diana Vang Brostoff.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Johnson Issues Several Budget Vetoes
And council pays out $3 million in legal claims and settlements.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Satchmo’s to Close in December
Industry veteran Julio Maldonado plans new concept for Bay View sports bar and former Miller tied house.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Big Sharks Fish & Chicken Opening Third Location
Ocean-themed fast food restaurant expanding Northwest Side presence.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Trackside Tavern Opening on Granville Road
New owner bringing fish fry, homemade soup and full bar program to northwest corner of Milwaukee.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Steak and Lobster Restaurant Proposed for Brown Deer Road
Kitchen 11 Eleven is proposed for the former Upscale Galleria on city's Far Northwest Side.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Pub & Grill to Replace Smokey’s Lounge
Salas Pub & Grill plans to open in the Forest Home Hills neighborhood this December.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Vietnamese Restaurant For Northwest Side
Owner of M. Y. Bubble Tea will open Yang's Kitchen at 83rd and Silver Spring.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Malaysian Restaurant Coming to South Side
Former owners of restaurant in Asia opening Malaysian-Burmese-Thai place.
Nov 11th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Boosts Road Repair In Adopting 2025 Milwaukee Budget
City services maintained through increases to property taxes and fees.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Honors Jonathan Brostoff, Terry Witkowski in Somber Meeting
City lost alderman and former alderman on same day this week.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan Fends Off Second Challenge from Bird
Long time Milwaukee politician hangs onto Assembly seat for another term.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes
Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeking Developer For Land Near Marquette Campus
RFP gives preference to homeownership-focused development.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
