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New Steakhouse Planned For East Town
Restaurant 801 would open at corner of E. Wells and N. Jefferson streets.
May 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Ruby’s Bagels Plans Westside Location
The bagel shop, a longtime vendor at Zocalo Food Park, is poised for big growth.
May 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Retro-Themed ‘90s2K Cafe’ To Replace Howl at the Moon
90s 2K Cafe aims to open Downtown by early summer.
Apr 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Nepali and Indian Restaurant Planned For Bay View
Himalayan Yak aims for summer opening in vacant building along Kinnickinnic Ave.
Apr 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized
Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.
Apr 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Jewels Caribbean is Closed, New Bar Planned
Former employees plan to open Flame 13 in the bar and restaurant space.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Hot Chicken Restaurant Planned For Capitol Drive
Fire Bird slated to open at 4103 W. Capitol Dr., serving Nashville-style hot chicken.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
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
Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements
6 plaintiffs challenge ordinance tightening rules for businesses hiring security.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Paper Table Has Plan to Address Double-Parking
But alders unsure how to enforce it, discuss a different license for food hall operators.
Apr 9th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Meet The New Milwaukee County Board
When the next legislative cycle begins, there will be four new supervisors.
Apr 7th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Coasts Into Second Term
County executive easily wins reelection, thrashing perennial candidate Ieshuh Griffin.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Council Denies License For Seafood Restaurant
El Paraiso Restaurant Bar will not open on the South Side.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Meet the Candidates for County Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Apr 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates for County Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Royal India’s Reign Ends, Another Restaurant Planned
S. 27th Street space isn't slated to be vacant for long.
Mar 29th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
How Partisan Divide on Education Hurts State
Some schools with poor students have success. Why aren't we learning from that?
Mar 27th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Heart Disease Killed Woman Whose Death Led to Milwaukee 911 Policy Change
Jolene Waldref died in January after calling 911 from bus stop in sub-zero weather.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Deneen Smith
New Tavern, Old Time Sake, Coming to Riverwest
The planned bar would have a retro feel in hopes of attracting an 'older' crowd.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Meet the Candidates For City Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
After Deadly Shooting, Council Tightens Requirements For Security Guards
Ordinance passed Tuesday requires security personnel to be licensed, bonded and insured.
Mar 20th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer
Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vietnamese Restaurant Will Open Soon
Plus: Ramadan eats, Space Time's new cafe and the Brewery District gets a grocery store.
Mar 17th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Sports-Focused Tavern Slated To Replace Gene’s Supper Club
Power Lounge & Grill would offer full bar and pub fare in laid-back atmosphere.
Mar 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Scooters Could Net Milwaukee $400,000 Per Year
And city is working to end its annual hemming-and-hawing process.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee, Suburbs Partnering On Cross-County Trail
9-mile long Powerline Trail would link West Allis, Greenfield, Milwaukee and St. Francis.
Mar 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Joint City-County Housing Committee Gaining Support
County Board committee provides first county approval for joint housing initiative.
Mar 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Cocktail-Focused Cafe Proposed For Yankee Hill
Haven Cafe is slated to fill a corner retail space at Nova on Van Buren St.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Tavern Proposed For Water Street
A new, dual-concept business is planned for the former Fore Milwaukee space.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?
Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?
Feb 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Council Suspends Southside Bar After Man With Illegal Drugs Shot
Primo's Place, on 16th and Grant, will be closed from March 8 through April 6.
Feb 27th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Tonic Tavern Regular Hopes To Open New Bar In Its Place
He's applied for a liquor license, but will he get a lease?
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Coffee Bar With Space To Linger Planned For Silver Spring Drive
Eclipse Cafe would offer coffee, snacks and welcoming environment for neighbors.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey
Four-way primary saw every candidate get at least 21% of vote.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Westmoreland, Winter Advance in 5th District
Incumbent Lamont Westmoreland will face Bruce Winter, a third-time candidate.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race
County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Honors Civil Rights Pioneer Vel Phillips
Barrier-shattering Phillips would have turned 100 on Sunday.
Feb 17th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Kirsten Johnson Aims to Restore Trust in Public Health
And bolster workforce. State DHS leader oversees nearly 6,000 employees.
Feb 12th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Uptown Bar and Grill Given 30-Day Suspension
Old North Milwaukee bar faced lengthy police report, but owner and manager dispute record.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Entertainers Gets 15-Day Suspension
Common Council votes that northside bar and restaurant must be closed through Feb. 20.
Feb 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Brostoff Reverses Tavern Suspension for Axel’s
East Side bar’s 20-day suspension reversed, bar gets fourth warning letter in five years.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Officials Urge Ambulance Policy Changes After Woman’s Death
Unanimous Common Council measure calls for future operating procedure updates.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Evan Casey
City TIFs Becoming Useful Tool for County Parks
Red Arrow Park is latest-county asset to benefit from city's Tax Incremental Financing.
Feb 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Still Not Using All Its Electric Buses
MCTS only operating five out of 11 BEBs on a daily basis.
Feb 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Jewels Caribbean is Temporarily Closed
Committee members cite police report, patrons smoking pot, 'troubling' remarks by owners. Business can reopen Feb. 6.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Sushi Restaurant Planned For Downtown
Colorado-based Awi Sushi would make its Milwaukee debut on Water Street.
Jan 26th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Hangoverz Relocating, Replacement Planned
The longtime bar left Greenfield Avenue last week, with plans to reopen on Mitchell Street.
Jan 25th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Tavern Proposed For Roosevelt Grove
Harmony Cafe is planned near intersection of Capitol Dr. and Fond du Lac Ave.
Jan 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Tavern Planned For Five Points
Yari's, offering a full bar and pizza, is proposed for busy northside intersection.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
EsterEv Opening Standalone Restaurant In Bay View
Fine-dining concept currently located inside DanDan will get bigger on KK avenue.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Sports Bar Proposed For South Side
Dario's Place slated to open in Layton Park neighborhood in March, offering drinks, pizza and hookah.
Jan 13th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Wrong Paperwork Gets County Board Candidate Tossed From Ballot
Ryan Antczak, a former Republican state Assembly candidate, circulated the wrong paperwork for nomination signatures.
Jan 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Rematch Set For Southside County Board Seat
Gómez-Tom vs Sanchez, again, for a full term on county board.
Jan 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board
Sky Capriolo running for seat vacated by Sup. Peter Burgelis, who will run for alderman.
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Silk Exotic on Silver Spring is Closed
The gentleman's club abruptly closed on New Year's Day after 20 years in business.
Jan 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
The Year’s Most Popular Stories
10 stories that had huge readership, and tell us a lot about Milwaukee and Wisconsin.
Dec 26th, 2023 by Urban Milwaukee
Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection
Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.
Dec 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Plans Big 2024 Early Voting Push
City will have at least nine early voting sites, including some new and expanded ones.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Vibe Lounge Avoids Suspension After Shooting
Area alderman backed a suspension for northside tavern, then reversed course.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Justin Bielinski Running For Open Seat On County Board
Bielinski running for West Allis-centric seat being vacated by Sup. Tony Staskunas.
Dec 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Deputy Secretary of Commerce Visits With Milwaukee Latino Leaders
Council President Pérez leads roundtable discussion at City Hall.
Nov 30th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee Temporarily Closes Taco Bell, Citing Manager’s Drug, Alcohol Use
The employee also admitted to providing illegal substances to an underage worker.
Nov 22nd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Following Fatal Shooting, City Suspends Southside Bar
Buckshots will remain closed through January 19.
Nov 22nd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Council Temporarily Closes Riverwest Dollar General
Citing litter, neighborhood complaints and failure to comply with a plan of operation.
Nov 21st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Adopts 2024 Milwaukee Budget
Mayor Johnson attempted to lower property tax increase using federal grant.
Nov 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
JusticePoint Continues Jail Alternatives Program for Municipal Court
Nonprofit group suing city after municipal judges sought to cancel its services contract.
Nov 13th, 2023 by Jonmaesha Beltran
GOP, RNC Leader Questioned Over No-Bid Contracts From Milwaukee Public Schools
Gerard Randall’s nonprofit received nearly $1.3 million from the district over the past decade. Leaders say he listed them as board officers without their knowledge.
Nov 9th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Fight At City Hall Over Control of Board of Zoning Appeals
Council wants board to be independent of administration, but responsive to aldermanic input.
Nov 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving
Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Three-Story Bar Planned For Water Street
Elevate is slated to open in a narrow building between Pourman's and McGillycuddy's.
Nov 2nd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Citgo Gas Station Gets 10-Day Suspension
Owner cites difficulties finding security personnel, but council demands plan.
Nov 1st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Dining Options Coming To Crossroads Collective
A Mexican restaurant, eggroll purveyor and plant-based cafe plan to join the food hall.
Oct 30th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Soul Food Restaurant For Villard Avenue
Smoke-N-Bones would replace Fiyahside Jamaican Cuisine, with soul food and BBQ to-go.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Tamale Restaurant Planned Near I-94, Becher Street
Full-service restaurant would serve Mexican and Guatemalan cuisine in Lincoln Village.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Bar and Restaurant Planned for Hampton Avenue
Viral Lounge would offer food, drinks and hookah.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Cafe, Grocery Store Planned for Mill Road
Two new businesses are slated to open in the same building as Cream City Boxing.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Bay View Bar and Restaurant Gets 15-Day Suspension
Little Cancun Sports will remain closed until Oct. 25.
Oct 12th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant Brings Home Cooking To Sherman Park
Dinner Today is slated to open in the former Mr. J’s Lounge.
Oct 5th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Legislative Committee Okays $6 Million for 2nd Juvenile Facility
What would that mean for Milwaukee's youthful offenders?
Oct 1st, 2023 by Devin Blake
Blind Tiger Announces Closing Date
New bar serving cocktails and Mexican eats is proposed to replace the soon-to-close 'speakeasy.'
Sep 29th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Black City Residents Still More Likely to Be Stopped, Frisked by Police
Report finds Black drivers 4.5 times more likely to get stopped than white drivers.
Sep 26th, 2023 by Evan Casey
New Burrito Restaurant and Bar For Downtown
Industry veteran Mike Eitel plans Barrel Burrito Company and Eitel's at East Town address.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
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
Cheers Would Replace Happy Days At Sherman Phoenix
New bar would occupy loft space in westside market.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat
Freshman supervisor will not seek re-election to the Milwaukee County Board.
Aug 29th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Renters Face Lead Poisoning Risks
City struggles to hold landlords accountable. ‘We have to do something,’ top official says.
Aug 28th, 2023 by Farrah Anderson
How David Crowley Led on Sales Tax
The inside story of how the county exec and mayor helped pass state legislation to save Milwaukee.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
New Restaurant and Lounge Coming to Bronzeville
Mi Casa Su Cafe owner opening bar and restaurant inside former On the Bayou.
Aug 21st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Brewers Continue Push for Stadium Subsidy
Team threatening to move as Republican legislators craft plan including local tax support.
Aug 14th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Burnham Park Food Truck Zone Unveiled
Designated parking allows six trucks to operate on the street, combatting overcrowding and safety concerns.
Aug 9th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Ice Cream Shop Proposed For Lincoln Village
Chu-Chi's Ice Cream Shop would open at 6th Street and Cleveland Avenue, selling frozen treats, soda and snacks.
Aug 5th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Council Suspends Hot Spot Supermarket Alcohol Sales
Convenience store at 27th Street and Atkinson Avenue will cease alcohol sales through Aug. 14.
Aug 3rd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
City Attorney Pumps Brakes On Council’s Lobbying Changes
Decision is on hold until at least after the August recess.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Demands Control of Lobbying, Despite Mayoral Pushback
Mayor and council president at impasse, council set to take more control.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Time for County Board to Guts Up
If they don’t approve sales tax hike, county will face fiscal disaster and voters will blame them.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
After State Law Stripped Authority, Leaders of Milwaukee’s Fire & Police Commission Resign
Chair Edward Fallone and Vice Chair Amanda Avalos resign in protest following "assault on self-government."
Jul 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Development Agreements Will Help Fund County Parks
TIF districts for Northwestern Mutual and Fiserv projects funding county park improvements.
Jul 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Chinese Seafood Buffet to Replace Former Applebee’s
Madison restaurateur will open Hong Kong Seafood Buffet at southern edge of Bay View.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Johnson Signs 2% Sales Tax Into Law
"Something huge, something major, something extraordinary," says Johnson of revenue deal, averting fiscal cliff.
Jul 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Villard Avenue Church Finds New Life
Kingdom Empowered Ministries will buy city-owned property.
Jul 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
