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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
Bay View Sports Bar Closes
Little Cancun Sports poured its final drink Oct. 10. Franklin location remains in operation.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Dunkin’, Taco Restaurant Combo Restaurant For Capitol Drive
Dunkin' is now open in the building, with Taco Pros expected to launch in November.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Northside Tavern Would Double as Cafe
Wilson Club and Cafe would offer grab-and-go meals, dine-in service and cocktails on Center Street.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
JJ Fish & Chicken Eyes Sherman Park For New Location
The upcoming restaurant, 11th for Milwaukee, is expected to open in December.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Tavern Planned For Lincoln Avenue
Dulce Diabla is poised to replace Diamante Negro near Forest Home Cemetery.
Oct 25th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Despite Mayor’s Objections, Council Reallocates More Than $4 Million
But the big question remains - how will council spend its transformation fund?
Oct 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Apartment Development Proposed Just Off Downer Avenue
11-story condominium tower once proposed for site.
Oct 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Members Skeptical of Employ Milwaukee’s Financial Health
But Mayor's chief of staff says its a rumor that has been "greatly exaggerated."
Oct 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Taco-Focused Food Truck Opening Restaurant
Mobile restaurant planning first brick-and-mortar location.
Oct 17th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Council Could Send People’s Flag To April Referendum
But the multi-step process is off to a rocky start.
Oct 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Dollar General Closing Riverwest Store
Store received a three-week suspension from city in 2023.
Oct 11th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
As Tower Delayed, Site Will Provide More Parking On East Side
Proposed Farwell Avenue tower appears unlikely to move forward soon. City supports shared parking.
Oct 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Sandwich Shop Planned For Enderis Park
Entrepreneur Rasheema McKnight plans new business.
Oct 11th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers
Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Punta Cana Bar Reopening After 72-Day Suspension
Fights, a shooting and other violations led to months-long closure for new bar.
Sep 26th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Fast Food and Convenience Store Approved For North Avenue
Power Hour Depot to sell quick meals and groceries in Washington Park neighborhood.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
After False Start, New Nightclub Moving Forward in Walker’s Point
Last year, Common Council closed owner's prior club.
Sep 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Tavern, Game On, Planned For South Side
Proposed business to focus on karaoke, frozen pizza in former Solutions space.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Fruit-Carving Business Coming to Teutonia Avenue
Kreative Fruitz to offer catering, community classes and more in Garden Homes neighborhood.
Aug 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Small-Format Music Venue Planned For South Side
Mitchell Street building would host 'underground' groups for shows with no more than 45 attendees.
Aug 23rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Harris and Walz Rally Voters in Milwaukee
18,000 people jammed Fiserv Forum to cheer Democratic presidential ticket on a one-night break from Chicago’s DNC.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant and Lounge Proposed For South Side
Arcane Lounge Bar and Banquet hopes to open near 51st and Howard.
Aug 17th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Rep. Clancy Wins Reelection Despite Democratic Opposition
Incumbent Socialist Democratic legislator defeats challenger Jarrod Anderson.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
New Restaurant For Vliet Street
Catering business plans brick-and-mortar restaurant at former Triciclo Peru location.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Shawarma Restaurant Planned For Brewery District
Mr. Shawarma is slated to replace Fil Fil at Eleven25 food court.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races
A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.
Aug 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Another New Historic District Proposed For Wisconsin Avenue
And another with possibly thorny issues with property owners.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Gives Bay View Dessert Shop 15-Day Suspension
Gordo's Bubble Waffles will remain closed through Aug. 13.
Aug 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
