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Easter Weekend Offers Plenty of Options
Do you have the ability to eat 12 donut holes while running a race?
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Crowley Focuses on ‘Building Bridges’ in 2026 State of the County
The county executive promotes major infrastructure projects, policy successes in annual address.
Mar 19th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
New Year, New Activities
Start with the polar plunge, end with a non-alcoholic festival.
Jan 1st, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Zoo Adding Brick Oven Pizza Restaurant
The Crust and Copper to open in 2026 just north of harbor seal aquarium.
Dec 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s Zoo Is Free This Weekend
Plus: A chance to visit The Domes after dark.
Dec 26th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee Zoo Welcomes Two Eastern Black Rhinos
A critically endangered species, rhinos have 5-inch-thick skin and daunting horns.
Dec 4th, 2025 by Mackenzie Krumme
County Building New Zoo Entrance in 2026
Project solving traffic flow and safety issues, redesigning ticketing process, at a high cost.
Nov 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
A Potpourri of Holiday Events Will Fill The Weekend
Deer District becomes Cheer District, New Wave Fest, MAM after Dark and the Domes holiday show.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Weekend Packed With Opportunities To Show Off Your Costume
Boo at the Zoo, MAM After Dark and more.
Oct 23rd, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Report Says Bad Times Just Beginning For Milwaukee County
A report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum says budget cuts in 2026 likely to continue in successive years.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
A Boo-eautiful Weekend Awaits
Halloween is two weeks away, but Halloween events start now.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Naming Rights Partner Announced For Deer District Concert Venue
Area financial institution puts its name on once-controversial venue.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Ren Faire Returns To Riverwest
Plus: Milwaukee Fire Department's big anniversary bash and Milwaukee ComicCon.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Center Street Daze Will Rock Riverwest
Plus: Irish Fest dances into lakefront festival grounds.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?
County faces extremely tight budget in 2026, zoo project a big ticket item.
Aug 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Rip EV Chargers in Parks
Supervisors echo criticism from Common Council members.
Jul 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Drone Shows Will Light Up The Sky
Plus: it’s the final weekend of Summerfest
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Public EV Charging Plan Faces Trump Opposition, Council Concerns
'I'd cut this program if I was the federal government,' said one alderman.
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
A Bonobo Is Born
Endangered bonobo born at Milwaukee County Zoo, the first such birth since 2016.
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Planned For 5 County Parks
These parks and county zoo could receive charging stations through city program.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Zoo Closing Small Animals Habitat
Zoo says facility is outdated, bad for animals. They will be moved to other institutions in U.S.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Bay View Bar Celebrating Its 20th Anniversary
Plus: New Wisconsin Card Show event to debut at Baird Center.
May 15th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Celebrate Easter at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Plus Zine Fest will celebrate independent publishing.
Apr 17th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Avian Flu Found in Lake Michigan Duck
State wildlife officials identified the virus in a merganser recently collected in Milwaukee County.
Feb 14th, 2025 by Hope Kirwan
Milwaukee County Zoo Closes Aviary to Protect Birds From Avian Flu
Decision to protect zoo's 95 different species made after bird deaths on Lake Michigan.
Feb 7th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Zoo Acquires Jaguar from Belize
Filly was saved by Belize authorities from being killed for preying on livestock.
Jan 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Move Over Groundhogs, Zoo Will Use Goats To Predict Weather
From gophers, to penguins and now goats, Milwaukee County Zoo continues Groundhog Day tradition in idiosyncratic fashion.
Jan 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mother’s Takes Up Residence in Former Ardent Space
The fine-dining pop-up has a semi-permanent home on Farwell Avenue.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Holiday Cheer Continues Post-Christmas
Free Zoo days, Pabst Mansion decorations and family fun at MAM.
Dec 26th, 2024 by Michael Holloway
Zoo Opens New Penguin Habitat
Project funded with $4.5 million in state and local funding.
Dec 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Winterfest, JoyFest and A Christmas Tree Beer Release
Something for everyone this weekend, including at the Milwaukee Public Museum.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Michael Holloway
Zoo Maintains ‘Gold Standard’ Rating
It's spent millions in recent years on facility upgrades to maintain AZA accreditation.
Sep 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Zoological Society Raises Additional $1 Million for Rhino Project
Donation will lessen taxpayer expense for $23 million project.
Jul 27th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Chef Competes on Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’
Plus: Kawa reopens, Awi sushi joins Crossroads Collective and farewell to 1033.
Jul 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Pony Rides Won’t Return to the Zoo
Pony ride provider, New Beginnings Ranch had to back out.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Might Get Thousands of New Trees
County Parks seeks urban forestry grants funded by Inflation Reduction Act.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Pony Rides Returning to Zoo
The rides will return in June for first time since 2020.
May 11th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Sharlen Moore Wins Race To Replace Ald. Michael Murphy
Youth violence prevention leader is new westside alderwoman.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Cirque du Soleil and Charlie Berens Come to Town
And it's great week for sour beers. And of course, Egg Day!
Mar 28th, 2024 by Michael Holloway
Say Goodbye to the Zoo’s Steam Engines
Zoo selling steam engines to a Wisconsin Dells train museum, replacing them with new locomotives.
Mar 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park
Plus: A controversial penguin project is funded, funding for southside dog park is paused and 'high-impact' parks projects are funded.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Approves New Zoo Entrance
County wants new zoo entrance to reduce car backups on Bluemound Road.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Groundhog Day? It’s Penguin Day in Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Zoo will use a Humboldt Penguin to predict the arrival of spring.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Games, A Zoo Run and Guys on Ice
Dodge the snow and have some fun this weekend.
Jan 11th, 2024 by Michael Holloway
After Missteps, Milwaukee Launching New Effort To Help Young Black Men
Lack of resources, infighting doomed prior efforts. Walter Lanier is charting a new course.
Jan 11th, 2024 by Jonmaesha Beltran
Weekend Offers Free Zoo, Polar Plunge
And a whole lot of New Year's Eve options.
Dec 29th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
Supervisors Support New Zoo Entrance
Current location of Zoo entrance causing traffic backups, safety issues on Bluemound Road, supervisor says.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisor Wants To Solve Zoo Traffic Back-Ups
Sup. Shawn Rolland pushes funding for a reconfiguration of zoo entrance.
Nov 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Watch Out For Thousands of Biking Santas
Plus: Wild Lights and Hover Craft
Nov 30th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
County Funds New Rhino Facility for Zoo
New rhino facility is third and final phase of zoo's Adventure Africa exhibit.
Nov 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
New Plan Emerging To Save The Domes
Friends of the Domes takes on bigger role in planning for Domes' future.
Nov 16th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Longest Tenured Council Member, Michael Murphy, Not Seeking Reelection
But he could run for Comptroller. First elected in 1989, Murphy announces he won't run for reelection.
Oct 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Family Has Questions About Sheriff Deputy Striking Teen Girl On Video
Bystander video shows deputy striking teenager, mother questions Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office claim.
Oct 26th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Pumpkin-Flannel-Palooza This Weekend
Flannel Fest, Humboldt Park Pumpkin Pavilion, Boo at the Zoo and more.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
19 Milwaukee Events to Haunt Your Halloween
From ghouls night out to a date with your boo, here's where to find the best Halloween festivities.
Oct 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Zoo Will Close Seal, Sea Lion Exhibit
Citing costs, it will end partnership with Ocean Connections in December.
Sep 19th, 2023 by Margaret Faust
Don’t Despair About the Domes
Mitchell Park Domes can be saved if we stop naysaying and take action.
Aug 16th, 2023 by Emma Rudd
Pony Rides Could Return To The Zoo
Pony rides were discontinued since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug 10th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
A Tale of Two Cities
The rise and fall of Milwaukee's parks and fall and rise of New York's Central Park offer an important lesson.
May 30th, 2023 by Frank Schneiger
Special Ways To Celebrate Mom
Skip the bottomless mimosas and try one of these options.
May 11th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
Wedding-Focused Event Hall Planned for Vliet Street Near Washington Park
Industry veterans to open Denizen MKE, among a wave of new developments planned for Near West Side.
Mar 3rd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Family Foundation Gifts The Rep $5 Million For Theater Project
Herzfeld Foundation awards biggest grant in its history.
Feb 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Animal Advocates Criticize Zoo’s Elephant Facility
National group says Milwaukee zoo way too small, 'a prison' for its elephants
Jan 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Museum Days Returns for 2023
With special exhibits and free and reduced admission at 27 metro area museums.
Jan 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
We’ve Got Your Plans For New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day
Group meditation, a polar plunge and a Harlem Globetrotters game. You have options.
Dec 29th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
13 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s
Whether you seek thrills, great food, dancing or group fun, there's a choice for you.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Santa Rampage Raising Funds for Bike Fed
Plus: Opening weekend for Wild Lights at Zoo and many more holiday events.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Mental Health Center Wins Good Government Award
County partnership with area health systems on emergency mental health care gets award.
Nov 15th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Family Free Day at Zoo
Plus: a traveling sneaker tour, Clerks III screening and director Q&A, Swan Lake at Milwaukee Ballet and more.
Nov 3rd, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Warm Weekend Promises Outdoor Fun
Two outdoor festivals on tap. And indoors a Muslim Film Festival and a dress-up event to celebrate Japanese anime.
Oct 20th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Eat, Drink and Be Merry at Irish Fest
Plus: A la Carte at the Zoo, a new record store opens, Brady Street Art Walk and more.
Aug 18th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
A Weekend of Music and Fireworks
Summerfest's second weekend packed with music, Lakefront fireworks bring the bang and the zoo offers reduced admission price.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
MPS Literacy Coach Films Reading Series Across Wisconsin
Dannette Justus films readings of children's books at interesting locations and Wisconsin landmarks.
Jun 16th, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis
Great Lakes Distillery Block Party and Bottle Release
Plus, a grilled cheese festival, an Enlightened Brewing anniversary block party, the bubble run at Wisconsin State Fair Park and more.
May 19th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Kentucky Derby Parties Abound
Plus, a sidewalk-chalk art festival, Cinco de Mayo family festival, Gallery Night at Gathering Place and more.
May 5th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Check Out The Milwaukee Underground Film Festival
Plus, Egg Day at Milwaukee County Zoo, an IPA release party, and Easter-themed family film screening and more.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
About The Public Museum’s Name Change
Changing to a “Wisconsin” museum may be a key to its survival.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Returns
Plus, a St. Patricks Day block party, Oscar-nominated shorts play at the Avalon, a makers market bar crawl and more.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Winterfest Returns to Washington Park
Plus: two gallery events, a prohibition-themed party, family day at the zoo, a fat tire bike race and more
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock
Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
The Bookseller Reopens At Central Library
Plus, The Rep celebrates Piano Men, monster trucks at Fiserv Forum, free zoo admission and more.
Jan 6th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Polar Plunge Kicks Off The New Year
Plus, the Harlem Globetrotters come to Fiserv Forum, a new play at the Milwaukee Rep, a pie ride, a kite festival and free zoo admission.
Dec 30th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Santa Rampage Bike Ride Returns
Plus, a holiday light show at the zoo, Mama Tried Motorcycle Show returns, a holiday craft fair, a Flamenco Nutcracker and Hover Craft MKE.
Dec 2nd, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Chills on the Hill Puts Spooky Spin on Bay View Event
Plus, Boo at the Zoo, a wine fest at the Mitchell Park Domes, a record release at X-Ray Arcade and Hamilton the musical.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Michael Holloway
State’s Zoos Will Vaccinate Animals
No COVID-19 infections at Milwaukee County Zoo, but tigers and lions at Bronx Zoo got sick last year.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
Hike for History in Washington Park
Plus, Sprecher Fest, Tosa Makers Market, sunset canoeing and Fourth of July festivities.
Jul 2nd, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Sheriff Projects $3.9 Million Overtime Deficit
Sheriff blames understaffing. Finance Committee does not accept his report.
Jun 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
National Blood Shortage, Local Donors Needed
15 blood drives in metro area scheduled. Donors can win a year of gas.
Jun 29th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Milwaukee Makers Market at Discovery World
Plus, the 50th annual Juneteenth Day parade, a community rummage sale, drag racing and a free poetry event.
Jun 17th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
GMC Leader Julia Taylor Will Retire
Greater Milwaukee Committee's first woman leader retiring in December after 19 years.
May 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Planning Three Acre Solar Farm
We Energies would install a solar array on unused land at Oakwood Park Golf Course.
Apr 9th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Keg Stand Up Returns
Plus, a weeklong chili contest, egg day at the zoo and a virtual beer tasting event.
Apr 1st, 2021 by Michael Holloway
50 Degree Days Coming!
Time to enjoy some socially-distanced events.
Mar 4th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee Rep Celebrates Black History
Plus, an annual pet expo, a chance to learn to cook Italian brunch and a behind the scenes look at local performing arts organizations.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Begin Black History Month with ABHM
Plus, Groundhog's Day goes online, a virtual night in at the Public Museum and learn the history of Major Goolsby's.
Jan 28th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Committee Rejects Sheriff Cuts
But it also passed a widely supported increase in spending for services like housing and youth justice.
Nov 5th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Drink Beer and Bike Through Haunted Riverwest
Plus, plenty of other ghost walks and haunted tours, and a chance to fundraise for Cactus Club.
Oct 22nd, 2020 by Michael Holloway
Crowley Budget Advances Equity Goals
$1.2 billion budget down slightly, with less for capital spending, parks and Sheriff's office.
Oct 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Has Long History of Protests
Powerful black and brown protests in 1960s, 1970s can inspire marchers today.
Jun 13th, 2020 by Antonio Ramirez
Milwaukee Zoo Reopening, With Mask Requirement
Reservations required, limited hours, but most attractions open.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
