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Can Milwaukee Upgrade to Gold Ranking?
City officials pledge to work towards upgrading the city's national, bicycle-friendly ranking from bronze to gold.
Dec 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Committee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar
Mayor offers historic address to council committee on streetcar and it gains their approval. Only one person speaks in opposition.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
The Hen House
Brass Rooster has opened a second hat shop, this one for the ladies.
Dec 7th, 2014 by Heather Meuret
The Bizarre Politics of Ald. Tony Zielinski
Once a hard core conservative, he’s now a Bay View liberal. Except when opposing things like the streetcar.
Dec 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Alderaan Coffee
The new coffee house brings a New York style and cinematic name to Water Street.
Nov 26th, 2014 by Heather Meuret
Customers Flock to Winter Farmers Market
More than 2,000 come to Mitchell Park Domes market on the weekend.
Nov 25th, 2014 by Teran Powell
Huge Turnout for East Library Opening
It was a truly an East Side event, and a crowd with tons of notables celebrated history in the making.
Nov 24th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Russell and Kinnickinnic Avenues
There lots of activity and businesses, but the traffic needs slowing and a roundabout would help.
Nov 17th, 2014 by Rachel Quednau
Will Red Lion Roar on Water Street?
Proposed British pub would replace Brocach. Approval seems likely, despite some worries about noise from the patio.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Return of The Avalon Theater
Everything you need to know, including behind-the-scenes photos, about Bay View's historic movie theater and its $2.5 million renovation.
Nov 5th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
1st St. and Pittsburgh Ave.
It’s a tad shabby now, but could become a wonderful entranceway to Walker’s Point
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Rachel Quednau
Bay View ArtStop Opens
It's a bus stop, art work, and urban island. Grand opening is tonight, but we've already got photos of the new amenity.
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Wauwatosa Goes Green With Bike Lanes
Wauwatosa turns North Avenue into a bicycle paradise with green lanes and bike boxes.
Sep 27th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
New Bike Trails and Ride Rules
A rundown of new bicycle amenities. And permits are now required for group rides on area trails.
Sep 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
City Expands Solar Program
Solar energy program shines on two more city neighborhoods.
Sep 15th, 2014 by Brendan O’Brien
The Silver Bullet for Bicycle Safety
What has the power to improve traffic flow, drive up property values, reduce the number of crashes, and increase the number of cyclists?
Sep 12th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
City Leaders Plot New Urban Placemaking Effort
With some creative use of grant money, the Greater Milwaukee Committee is helping neighborhoods update their image by ‘Urban Placemaking’
Sep 9th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Developer Slays NIMBY Objectors
Why East Side development can move so slowly. And when developers can bypass the neighbors.
Sep 1st, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
“It’s all in what you appreciate.”
When Barbara Gerow, 75, considers her life, more than anything she remembers the people.
Aug 26th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
Do You Want A Bike Station in Your Neighborhood?
Bublr Bikes is seeking input from community members on where to locate its new bike stations.
Aug 19th, 2014 by Raina J. Johnson
“Bublr” Bike Share System Is Launched
The $3 million system is now installing 10 bike sharing stations and could expand to 100 stations and 1,000 bikes.
Aug 6th, 2014 by Dave Reid
The Solar City
The city’s program helping homeowners install solar panels is paying off in Riverwest and Bay View.
Jul 31st, 2014 by Joe Kelly
The Sheer Ambition of Marina Dimitrijevic
She’s running for assembly but wanted to continue as county supervisor and collect two full-time salaries.
Jul 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Expanded Bike Trails Coming
Bay View will be connected to Downtown and Oak Leaf trail will extend from Estabrook Park all the way to Ozaukee Interurban Trail!
Jul 18th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Wide-Open Battle for 19th Assembly District
Four talented candidates battling for open district which runs from Bay View to East Side.
Jul 14th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Refuge Smoothie Café
Joshua Janis is building an empire of fruit smoothies, one cafe at a time.
Jun 27th, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
Goodbye VIA on Downer
Pizza place will close, to be replaced by Mexican-styled BelAir Cantina.
Jun 23rd, 2014 by Mac Writt
A Socialist for Sheriff
Angela Nicole Walker is also running against incumbent David Clarke.
Jun 18th, 2014 by Tracey Pollock
New Spanish Restaurant in Walker’s Point
Plus: new bakeries, food trucks and Bay View gastrobar.
Jun 16th, 2014 by Mac Writt
Why Millennials Love Cities
There are many reasons, but a key one may be their crushing student debt loads.
May 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Kristina Valenti
"Antwerp and Amsterdam put a tremendous effort into keeping their streets clean. I would love to see that in Milwaukee."
May 12th, 2014 by Newaukee
Bay View Dog Park Opens
A mini-city of dog lovers finally has a park for their critters to roam.
May 9th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Wauwatosa Embraces the Bicycle
New bike lanes and bike boxes approved. Tosa is now so cool that Bay View folks are moving there.
May 9th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Parklet Coming to the Third Ward
Club Charlie's will reclaim loading zone and use it for cafe seating.
May 5th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Local Fresh Food Movement Growing
Schools and communities planting orchards and raised bed gardens.
May 5th, 2014 by Natalie Wickman
Who’s On Third, the New Downtown Bar
It's a (mostly) classic American pub with plenty of TVs for Brewers games.
Apr 30th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
The Greening of Milwaukee
Year by year, city Sustainability Director Matt Howard is helping transform Milwaukee.
Apr 24th, 2014 by Joe Kelly
Let Them Take Taxis…or Uber or Lyft
City may lift cap on cabs and embrace upstart ride sharing services. There will be rides for everyone!
Apr 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Emily Vitrano
"I didn’t always see Milwaukee as a viable place to create an artistic home. But it is possible here."
Mar 31st, 2014 by Newaukee
Dustin Zick
"In Milwaukee, if you bust your butt, it will pay off. In Chicago or LA, nobody may ever know your name."
Mar 24th, 2014 by Newaukee
The Resistible Rise of Public Art
More and more of it is scattered about the city. But how much of it does anyone actually like?
Mar 21st, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
Highbury Pub Is For Soccer Lovers
The Bay View bar has become world famous for its crazed fans.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Kristyn Coral Botic
Rail Car Barn at Brady Street, 1870s
Rail cars were pulled by horses and this barn stood at Brady and Farwell, in what is now Walgreen's parking lot.
Mar 4th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Betting on the Common Council
Haven't got your fix with the Super Bowl? Gamble with friends on who will be the next council president.
Feb 2nd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Chris Larson’s Simple Colonial Home
The state senator has less than 1,000 square feet of space to call home. But he does have good bus service.
Jan 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Rise of Parking-Free Apartment Buildings
Cities across America are slashing the cost of housing by reducing parking in new construction, how about Milwaukee?
Dec 19th, 2013 by Angie Schmitt
Anodyne Coffee Roasting Company
The new cafe and coffee roasting shop in Walker's Point has an all organic coffee menu and a knowledgeable staff
Dec 11th, 2013 by Mrinal Gokhale
The History and Future of Santa Rampage
Could event become a victim of its own success? Organizers consider changes in format.
Dec 6th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Racing to Pass the GED
Many Milwaukee students midway on exams must pass by December 12 or start over on tougher, more expensive new test.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Santa Cycle Rampage Rocks Out
The English Beat flew in from Britain to play and the turnout was great.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
More New Bars Opening
A brew pub, a southern style saloon, a wine bar. The list of new places planned is long.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
More Improvements on Milwaukee River
Environmental group upgrades river banks and creates orientation center near Humboldt Avenue.
Nov 15th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Cold Weather Increases Need for Energy Assistance
How and where to apply for state program providing assistance.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
How Republicans Will Hurt City Real Estate
Reacting to a smelly deal involving one school building, legislators are pushing a badly-flawed bill that worsens the problem.
Oct 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Jon Richards Will Run for Attorney General
Like Abe Lincoln, Richards has been practicing law all across the state in preparation for his run.
Oct 16th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Grand Opening of KK River Bike Trail
Despite rainy weather, Mayor Barrett and a host of politicians celebrated the new bike trail.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Small Businesses Wanted
New Milwaukee program helps businesses "Scale Up" and expand, first of its kind in nation.
Oct 11th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
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
Ald. Tony Z’s Odd Little Home
From his Bay View home surrounded by history, Tony Zielinski is a master fundraiser and seldom-active attorney.
Sep 22nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Timothy Westbrook
"People in larger cities are in a rush to be miserable and people here are moving slow to be happy."
Sep 16th, 2013 by Newaukee
Last Chance for Old GED
United Way funding more instruction so those studying for tests can pass before new standards go into effect.
Sep 10th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Local actor Robby McGhee makes his writing debut with “The Burden of Being”
The Alchemist Theatre will open McGhee's puppet musical, about finding self-acceptance, this Thursday in Bay View.
Aug 14th, 2013 by Matthew Reddin
The Tonic’s Musical Ambience
Run by a longtime musician with the 5 Card Studs, The Tonic is always in-tune.
Aug 7th, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
The Space is the Place
How the owners of Comet, Hi Hat and Bel Air Cantina have changed the city.
Jul 26th, 2013 by Tom Bamberger
Bay View “Frolics” Parade
The 64th South Shore Frolics Parade included a band dressed as rabbits and a Hoan Bridge float.
Jul 16th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Hotel Foster’s Classic Cocktails
In two years, the bar has developed a reputation for its eclectic atmosphere and hand-crafted cocktails.
Jul 1st, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
Beth Handle
The Bay View resident owns and runs the Milwaukee Kayak Company.
Jun 17th, 2013 by Newaukee
Burnhearts’ Bay View “Brothel”
Carefully aged beers and a slightly naughty atmosphere evoke Prohibition days at Burnhearts.
Jun 9th, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
Pushing for New Black Businesses
African American Chamber of Commerce has new leaders and a less “in your face” style.
Jun 6th, 2013 by Tony Atkins
Learning to Dig Archeology
A Discovery World program teaches students while excavating history in Bay View.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Monique Collins
The Art And Artisans Behind The Sugar Maple
The Sugar Maple offers one of the best beer selections in Milwaukee.
Jun 2nd, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
Jackie Sitkowski
She works with Habitat Young Professionals and loves the city's unpretentiousness.
May 20th, 2013 by Newaukee
A Steady Rise to District Captain
District Six Captain Diana Rowe is the face of a changing Milwaukee Police Department.
May 20th, 2013 by Benjamin Slane
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
Bay View Books and Music
In the digital age, this shop still collects the real thing: old books that collectors treasure.
May 15th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
A Leader for the Northwest Side
How Stephanie Harling and the Havenwoods Economic Development Corp. are improving the neighborhood they serve.
May 15th, 2013 by Rob Gebelhoff and Joe Kvartunas
Crowd Cheers for Comics
Collector Troy Freund displays his comics collection at unusual Bay View gallery space.
May 14th, 2013 by Clair Sprenger
The Blackbird’s Kitschy Sense of Cool
The Bay View hangout has the feel of a cozy North Woods bar.
May 12th, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
16th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
Which are the best designs? You be the judge.
May 8th, 2013 by Michael Horne
6th Annual Fair Trade Crawl
Shop at 24 local businesses throughout Milwaukee, the only major U.S. city that’s a “Fair Trade Town.”
May 7th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
Milwaukee’s Time of Terror
A new book recounts the police station bombing of 1917, and Clarence Darrow’s defense of the anarchists charged with the crime.
Apr 29th, 2013 by Dean Strang
Frances Ullenberg
Her family was musical but Ullenberg became an ad designer who tries to “sneak in” a little art.
Apr 28th, 2013 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Art Jamboree Gets Crazy
The event demonstrated how to make art using lasers, molten plastic, and even beer.
Apr 9th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Milwaukeeans Inspired by Steinbeck’s Social Message
Milwaukee-born actor and educator Paul McComas performed from John Steinbeck's work at Marquette, and local activists testified to the novelist's impact.
Apr 1st, 2013 by Jennifer Reinke
The 141-Year-History of Puddler’s Hall
Bay View’s old labor union hall still has a strong sense of community.
Mar 31st, 2013 by Audrey Jean Posten
Christian Ott
A Director of "Coffee Education" learns the city isn't dangerous.
Mar 25th, 2013 by Newaukee
Mr. Webo’s
A “Blue Ribbon” clean dining winner offers Mexican fare in Bay View.
Mar 20th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
Horny Goat’s Unique Flavors
The huge brewpub has volleyball, fire pits, boat slips and ever-changing beers.
Mar 17th, 2013 by Audrey Jean Posten
Robert Kraig
An activist with a Ph.D, the Citizen Action leader is working to change history.
Mar 3rd, 2013 by Judith Ann Moriarty
School Switcheroo?
Maryland Avenue Montessori might swap buildings with Cass Street School. And poor Sweet Water's building is available for lease.
Feb 20th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Shay Linkus
The Chef de Cuisine at Odd Duck says Milwaukee's restaurants have much friendlier relationships than in other cities.
Jan 21st, 2013 by Newaukee
Shelly Lalonde
A world traveler with 25 years experience framing art, Lalonde is a survivor in a tough economy.
Jan 13th, 2013 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Haunted by its History
Built in 1890, the White House is Milwaukee's second oldest tavern, and just perhaps, one of its most haunted.
Dec 16th, 2012 by Martin Lemense
Pizza and the Park East
Pizza Man and The Couture win approvals and a Park East hotel is also likely to be okayed.
Dec 11th, 2012 by Urban Milwaukee
Marina Dimitrijevic’s Bay View Beauty
Traditional architecture meets Space Age vinyl in the 21st Century dwelling of the Milwaukee County board chair.
Oct 31st, 2012 by Michael Horne
Wonder Wonder Sound
A Third Ward studio sweats the details to create and mix unique tunes and sound effects.
Oct 2nd, 2012 by Ester Robards
The Milwaukee Makerspace, an Urban Community Workshop
Milwaukee’s urban dwellers may love being in a downtown apartment or a well-maintained condo, but those places may not have a space where you can fire up a table saw or plug in a welder. So, if you’re looking for a space to work on your projects or a group of people you can learn from and collaborate with, consider stopping by Milwaukee Makerspace.
Apr 10th, 2012 by Pete Prodoehl
Are Milwaukee’s Historic Preservation Laws Too Strong or Too Weak? Yes
Are Milwaukee's historic preservation laws too strong or too weak? Should the entire ordinance be re-written, or is just a revision in order? Alderman Witkowski's proposed overhaul to Milwaukee's historic preservation ordinance sparked these very questions.
Apr 3rd, 2012 by Dave Reid
