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What Happens to All The “Yuck” After You Drop It Off?
Household hazardous waste collection October 11th & 12th at State Fair Park.
Oct 9th, 2019 by Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
Tent City Being Evicted
Plus: A packed week of real estate news, including the Schuster's project moving forward.
Oct 6th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
48 Tiny Homes for Veterans
Zoning package for northwest side development gets first approval.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
How You and MMSD Help Keep Our Waters Clean
MMSD celebrates more than 30 years of water quality research, and is holding household hazardous waste collection this Saturday.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
Effort Improves City’s Recreation Areas
MPS has invested $12 million in rebuilding, renovating outdoor athletic and play facilities.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
The County’s Queen of Hemp
Why Supervisor Sylvia Ortiz-Velez is pushing so hard for county to grow hemp.
Jul 1st, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Save the Yellow Perch!
Perch count way down in Lake Michigan. Strong leadership needed to protect state waters.
Jun 17th, 2019 by John Torinus
Should You Flush Dog Poop?
We know you've been wondering: What's the safest way to dispose of pet feces?
Mar 28th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Manager Leaving
Darryll Simpson will lead New Orleans transit agency.
Feb 28th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
MMSD Plans $1.4 Billion of Improvements
Sewerage district has ambitious six-year plan for 411-square-mile regions it serves.
Feb 15th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Michels Corp. Begins Work on River One
Piles being driven for $49 million first phase of Harbor District project on KK River.
Feb 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Sewerage District Is National Leader
Milwaukee leads nation in reclaiming water, but rise in extreme rains a challenge.
Oct 5th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
City Announces Green Infrastructure Plan
Big changes to adapt to climate change and increase in damaging rainstorms.
Sep 27th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Unique Murals for Sewerage District Project
ArtWorks interns create murals for high-capacity MMSD storm water basins in 30th Street corridor.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Mark Lisowski
Michels Confirms Bay View Development Plans
"We have some interesting ideas" for former Horny Goat brewpub site says Michels rep.
Jun 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
More Apartments for North Avenue
Plus: Big Bay View project and the Streetcar’s future.
May 28th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.
Mar 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Walnut Way Wins National Grant
For solar panels and green infrastructure in Lindsay Heights neighborhood.
Mar 8th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
The Blooming of Fondy Park
New park could create the city’s “premiere eco-tourism neighborhood.”
Feb 27th, 2018 by Margaret Cannon
Study Shows Rivers’ Quality Declined
River Keepers give a “D plus” rating to water quality of Milwaukee’s estuary.
Dec 28th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Council Approves Waukesha Water Deal
Only one alderman objects to 40-year, $286 million deal.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Okays Waukesha Water Deal
Key council committee approves largest collaborative deal in region's history.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Panel Okays Oak and Loc Complex
Unanimous vote allows controversial East Side apartment project to move forward.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Panel Approves Oak and Loc Project
5 story, 55-unit apartment building slated for busy corner, but some neighbors oppose it.
Oct 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Alderman Wants Madison Job
Jim Bohl is a finalist for Madison government job, could get up to a $40,000 raise.
Oct 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Lessons of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
Concrete infrastructure has limitations. Only sustainable green solutions can solve future flooding.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Kevin Shafer
Can Trash Wheel Clean Up Harbor?
Will Milwaukee buy "Mr. Trash Wheel" or stick with Lynyrd Skymmer?
Aug 16th, 2017 by Caroline Blair
City Is Unequal for Bike Users
Report finds poorer residents have far less access to bike trails. Is there a solution?
Jul 11th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Council Okays Couture Sewer Subsidy
But this won't be a precedent for future deals, a city official says.
May 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Couture’s Surprise Sewer Being Moved
Previously unknown sewer will cost city $2 million to move
May 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
A Lift For Brady Street, Swing Park
Casablanca gets old lift station for dining patio; Swing Park area gets redesign.
Apr 12th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Toxic Chemicals Worry Residents
Problems with chemical disposals by factory near 25th and Hampton.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
New Strides for Water Technology
High-level filtration system helps dramatize Milwaukee Water Week.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
New Era For Pulaski Park
New pavilion opens after 10 years. New recreational offerings may combat crime.
Mar 10th, 2017 by Gabrielle Barriere
City Approves Schlitz Park Upgrades
$875,000 in new TIF spending for safety measures and better RiverWalk access.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
New Park Will Be Really Green
New Fondy 'storm-water park' will be sustainable, eco-friendly... and green.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Brandon Anderegg
St. Francis Leads the Way
Suburb along lake embraces water conservation and rain barrels.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Victory Garden Initiative Values Rainwater
It’s captured thousands of gallons to help grow food for local residents.
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Butterfly Supporters Help Environment
Tosa group, Friends of the Monarch Trail, reduce flooding with plants that attract butterflies.
Aug 19th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
MillerCoors a Leader in Water Conservation
MMSD salutes company for installing a green roof and rain garden.
Jul 20th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
An Atlas of Water for Milwaukee
Splashy project by international artist Mary Miss will dramatize the role and history of water in Milwaukee.
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Rose Balistreri
Fund for Lake Michigan Invests in Future
Better smelling Bradford Beach? More sturgeon in the rivers? FLM helps make it happen.
May 13th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Mequon Nature Preserve Battles Water Pollution
MMSD gives group its Green Luminary award in recognition of these efforts.
Apr 21st, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Don’t Repair the Estabrook Dam
Taking issue with Urban Milwaukee's series. First of two parts.
Mar 15th, 2016 by Will Wawrzyn
Inside the Aperture Apartments
Mandel Group's latest building in The North End may be the last word in amenities.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Experts Question Abele’s Expanded Power
Land-use experts say it’s unwise to give county exec so much power to sell public land.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Kovac Raises Money for Reelection
Politicians, city officials and other notables chow down on food from Glorioso's.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Michael Horne
The Path Forward for Estabrook Dam
It’s a golden opportunity for Milwaukee if we tone down the rhetoric and consider the potential.
Feb 10th, 2016 by David Holmes
Behold The ECO Mayor
Barrett touts green efforts, changes name of environmental sustainability office to ECO.
Feb 3rd, 2016 by Michael Horne
Will Bill Privatize Water Utilities?
Proposed law opens door to companies like Aqua America running local water utilities.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Inside the Brix Apartments
Rehabbed, century-old Walker's Point candy factory now a cool apartment complex.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
The Impact of New Development
Study of 7 new buildings shows big revenue, big return for local government.
Jan 11th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Wade’s Tiny Cape Cod
No fireplace or rec room, just 1091 square feet. A modest living politician indeed.
Jan 8th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Does the Estabrook Dam Cause Flooding?
Supporters of removing dam say it would reduce flooding, but their data is suspect.
Dec 30th, 2015 by David Holmes
Repairing Estabrook Dam Will Cost Less
When all costs are considered, removing the dam could cost far more than repair.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by David Holmes
Estabrook Dam’s Golden Age for Swimming
It was a huge success, with heavy use of public swimming and beaches. What happened? Part 3 of series.
Dec 16th, 2015 by David Holmes
Hanging Gardens Specializes in Green Roofs
Or blue roofs, its new innovation. The Milwaukee company seeks to become a leader in the field.
Nov 25th, 2015 by Tyler Krueger
Why Estabrook Dam Must Be Saved
Removing it could cost more, damage environment and foreclose innovative solutions. First in a series.
Nov 24th, 2015 by David Holmes
Aperture Apartments Nearing Completion
Five floors, 168 apartments, a Fresh Thyme store and a cool, curving building.
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Old Bottling House Becomes Student Housing
Transformation of Building 29, a former Pabst bottling house, is well under way, as our photos show.
Oct 2nd, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Community Art Inspires
Pulaski Park art project provided opportunity to engage residents and enhance the neighborhood.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
New Arlington Heights Park Opens Soon
Ribbon cutting set for first MKE Plays playground at Arlington Heights Park
Sep 11th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Bucks Sign Contract for Park East Land
Press conference with Abele celebrates award of 10 acres of county land for $1 and big dreams.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
New Building Arises in 30th St. Corridor
It's part of the huge 30th St. Industrial Corridor, which could transform the city.
Aug 7th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Leading the Way in Green Infrastructure
Outpost Foods in Mequon and All Peoples Church on N. 2nd St. have sophisticated green systems.
Jul 29th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
City Constructing New Green Alleys
One permeable alley captures 15,000 gallons of water, reducing flow into sewerage system.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Devi Shastri
How to Design a Public Space
Officials meet with residents about proposed greenway, and the citizens’ suggestions are a surprise.
Jun 26th, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Ald. Witkowski’s District Goes Green
The new Urban Orchard is latest project in his "Garden District."
Jun 22nd, 2015 by Amanda Mickevicius
North End Redefines Water Street
Third phase of transformational project fills the gap between Downtown and the Lower East Side.
Jun 5th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Every Drop Counts
Milwaukee’s sewerage district is leading an incremental revolution, to manage every drop of rain where it falls.
May 28th, 2015 by Susan Nusser
From Gray to Green
The sewerage district has moved from tunnels and pipes to greenways, rain barrels and permeable pavement. Part 2 of a series.
May 21st, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Bipartisan Majority Favors Conservation Program
Survey shows nearly 90% in Wisconsin favor state stewardship program; will legislature protect program Walker wants to kill?
Apr 10th, 2015 by John Torinus
Charlie Sykes’ Private Island
His surprisingly modest Mequon Cape Cod is surrounded by and benefits from all kinds of publicly-funded, socialistic services.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
MMSD Settles With Boston Store
Suit posed question: is Deep Tunnel depleting water table and causing downtown buildings to sink?
Jan 28th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
What Is Milwaukee Water Commons?
The recently-formed grassroots group, which looks to make sure all citizens benefit from Milwaukee's water resources, holds a fundraiser.
Jan 25th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee’s Clean Water Advantage
Few cities have such control over their watershed, which gives Milwaukee an edge for cleanup efforts. Part II of series
Jan 21st, 2015 by David Holmes
Is Milwaukee the Leading Freshwater City?
Perhaps no American city provides more access to its rivers and lake shore. First of a series.
Jan 15th, 2015 by David Holmes
Milwaukee’s Miraculous Water Hub
Almost overnight, the city has become an international leader in water technology, says the national media. Are they right?
Jan 6th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Celebrating the First Homeowner in New Program
Happy press conference as program combining government, banks and non-profits brings homeowners back to city.
Oct 24th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
The Land of Brownfields
The 30th St. Corridor can’t succeed unless the contaminated land is healed. The process is already underway. Fifth story of a series.
Oct 9th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
Can 30th Street Corridor Be Reclaimed?
The redevelopment effort includes a huge swath of the city, and countless players and plans. First of a series.
Sep 9th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
Is Milwaukee One of the World’s Greenest Cities?
So says OnEarth magazine. Is it right?
Aug 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
New York Discovers Our Sinking City
City Hall, Milwaukee Rep and Mitchell buildings are sinking. Is Deep Tunnel the culprit? The Times is not sure.
Jul 8th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Taste of Third Coast is Delicious
New event by Blue Jacket offered great food from local restaurants and raised money for Great Lakes Alliance.
Jun 24th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
The Remarkable Impact of the Deep Tunnel
Once widely maligned, the project was the key to transforming the Milwaukee River.
Jun 12th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Transforming the State’s Largest Public Housing Development
City bulldozed 332 barracks-style units at Westlawn and replaced them with more urban styles.
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Kelly Meyerhofer
The Sadly Sinking City
A declining water table is causing wooden piles below downtown buildings to rot. The latest casualty: a 1904 building across from the convention center was demolished.
Mar 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
North End Phase Gets $2 Million in Funding
And the Pedal Tavern gets approved, with caveats, in Common Council actions.
Mar 6th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Top Lobbyists Will Replace Your Windows!
Bill Broydrick's Window Replacement Co., new women political candidates, and a MacArthur genius comes to town.
Feb 28th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Telephone Company Rip-Off
Now that the telecom industry is deregulated, AT&T can gouge customers with late fees.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Sewerage District a National Leader
MMSD leading the way in finding green solutions to storm water pollution.
Nov 6th, 2013 by Karen Hobbs
Grand Opening of KK River Bike Trail!
Celebration Saturday of newest part of trail whose origins go back more than a decade.
Oct 11th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Reclaiming a River
Volunteer clean-up of KK River latest example of long-term efforts to transform the urban stream.
Oct 8th, 2013 by Scottie Lee Meyers
27 Different Drugs Found in Lake Michigan
Milwaukee water safe but MMSD official says capturing pharmaceuticals is going to be challenge.
Sep 11th, 2013 by Brian Bienkowski
A Giant of Renewable Energy
Innovative MMSD facility turns waste into methane gas, and may produce 2 million cubic feet per day.
Sep 3rd, 2013 by Susan Nusser
What Sue Ann Says
The busy life of ex-first lady Sue Ann Thompson, who runs a foundation and writes a magazine column.
Aug 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Greening of Shorewood
The suburb’s embrace of green roofs, rain barrels and rain gardens is a model for others, including Milwaukee.
Aug 21st, 2013 by Joe Kelly
Milwaukee Leads The Way on Water Testing
After the cryptosporidium crisis city became a national leader, whose system tests for more than 500 chemicals.
May 22nd, 2013 by Marion Ceraso
New Bike Trails Coming to Milwaukee
Three Bridges Park and the extension of the KK bike trail will bring excitement -- and great biking opportunities -- to the city.
May 17th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
New Green Education School to Open
New MPS school, Milwaukee Environmental Sciences, is modeled on programs in more than 150 schools in 31 states.
May 16th, 2013 by Amalia Oulahan
