Bay View

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in November

Many new places include a plant-based bakery, Bay View brunch spot and a tea shop.

New Owners For Bay View Ice Cream Shop

Babe's is closed for the season, set to reopen in February under new leadership.

Stronger Drinks: A ‘Stranger Things’-Themed Pop Up

Leaders Celebrate Opening of Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex

The Corliss will eventually include 576 affordable apartments across eight buildings.

Why the Common Council’s Amended Budget is Good Policy for Milwaukee

Council's budget amendments are a statement of Milwaukee's values.

Literary Nonprofit To Take Over The Bindery

Bay View printing and community hub finds well-known new occupant.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Names Jewish Family Services Recipient of the A Christmas Carol Families Program

Plus, A Christmas Carol Community Tickets Participating Organizations Announced

Milwaukee Forge Sells for $4.6 Million

Deeply indebted Bay View company sold out of receivership last week.

Jewelry Store Moving to Bay View

After months of delays, Cival getting closer to launching new KK Ave. location.

The Port of Milwaukee Interchange Is an Overbuilt Mess

Simplified traffic connections could yield new land while better connecting to city.

Bay View Cocktail Bar Reopens After Flood Closure

The Mothership is back after a three-month dry spell.

New Brunch Cafe in Bay View

Plus: a pop-up supper club, the latest on FoodShare benefits and farewell to Martino’s.

Supper Club Pop-Up Returns to Barnacle Buds

Gene's Supper Club will continue through February with classic Midwestern fare, seafood and ice cream cocktails.

Milwaukee Businesses Offering Assistance To FoodShare Recipients

From fine dining to a community cafe, businesses are backing low-income community members.

See How State Thinks Traffic Would Change With I-794 Removal

Traffic model shows the biggest impacts outside of Downtown.

Ebenezer Child Care Centers’ New Bay View Location Now Open and Accepting Enrollment

Work Underway On New Northwest Side Community Center

Former Town of Granville school to become all-ages community hub.

Shane McAdams: Assorted Unreliable Surprises

November 15 – December 19, 2025 Opening Reception: Saturday, November 15, 5–8 PM No Instructions Gallery | 2124 E. Rusk Ave., Milwaukee

Five Halloween Pop-Ups Offering Frights, Flights and Food

Milwaukee businesses are really getting into the Halloween spirit.

Attorney Susan Roth Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Branch 7

New Brewery Will Replace 1840

Illinois-based Solemn Oath Brewery plans Bay View taproom.

Solemn Oath Brewery to Open Bay View Location in 2026

Independent Midwestern brewer expanding to Milwaukee with a neighborhood-first space

Wisconsin Bike Fed Hosts Annual Milwaukee Santa Cycle Rampage December 6, 2025

Hot Spell Sauna Spending Winter in McKinley Marina

Nordic-style sauna business reopens for winter in new location.

Zoinks, A&J’s Halloween House Hits 10 Years Fundraising for Pathfinders

Beloved Bay View Halloween attraction hopes to raise at least $16,000 this spooky season with Scooby Doo theme.

A Boo-eautiful Weekend Awaits

Halloween is two weeks away, but Halloween events start now.

City Will Support Bay View Affordable Housing Development

Redevelopment authority will grant seldom used financial power to aid development.

Bay View Parkway Becoming Park Space

Cupertino Park roadway being removed. But what about the parking?

Café Corazón Hosting a Halloween-Themed Paint-and-Sip After-Hours Oct. 19 in Bay View

Baristas Battle Private Equity In Unionization Effort

After a unanimous vote to unionize, Anodyne workers allege FairWave is “weaponizing” the NLRB appeals process.

EsterEv Sets Reopening Date, Changes Format

Six months after flood closure, restaurant will welcome guests back to its Bay View dining room.

Compromise Sought on Bay View Historic District

Initial proposer shifts to opposition.

Anodyne Refusing to Bargain With Workers’ Union

After election win, Anodyne workers demand ownership group come to bargaining table.

New Trail Planned For Bender Park

County puts trail construction project out to bid.

Message from MPS Director Megan O’Halloran

Bay View Teacher one of five Grand Prize winners of the 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in September

Six new additions include Vietnamese eatery, seafood spot and two breweries.

MKE Studio Tour This Weekend

Five New Studios and 11 New Artists Added This Year

Crowley Announces More Small Business Grants

10 more area businesses receive funds from county.

Harbor Fest Celebrates Milwaukee’s Waterways

Plus: BVGN, Doors Open and Nostalgia Con.

To Hell & Back Vintage Announces New Walkers Point Location

Northridge Mall Completely Demolished

Entrance to old movie theater toughest part of structure to raze. What comes next?

Doors Open Milwaukee Celebrates 15th Anniversary with 160+ Sites, Sept. 27–28

Oyster Bar Opens in Bay View

Second location for Outlaw Oyster adjoins Crafty Cow, offering fresh seafood, sandwiches and drinks.

Café Corazón Extends National Brunch Day Through Monday, Sept. 22, to Ensure First Responders, Nurses, Doctors, and Those in the Service Industry Can Brunch, Too

Bay View Bash Takes Over KK

Plus: A slow roll bike ride, Puerto Rican festival and Bean Plant Block Party.

City Will Waive Permit Fees For Owner-Occupied Homes Flood Repair

Proposal aims to reduce costs of rebuilding after 1,000-year storm.

Discourse Founder Plans Bay View Roastery, Taproom

'Game-changing project' is still unnamed, won't be part of Discourse brand.

M&R Development Begins Construction on the Bluffs on Lake – 278-unit Apartment Community Is M&R’s Second Rental Project in St. Francis, Wis.

Development perched on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan will offer a full suite of resort-style amenities

Catrina Cafe Will Expand In Bay View

Bar and restaurant opened its flagship last year in Walker's Point.

City Breaks Ground on New Cruise Ship Dock

City, state officials highlight expected boost for tourism, jobs.

Voyage toward new South Shore Cruise Dock to set sail tomorrow

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in August

Nine new additions include a taqueria, 80s-themed bar and halal restaurant.

Milwaukee Wins Funding For New Southside Protected Bike Lane

Project would provide safe travel in corridor between two large parks.

Tea House Proposed For Bay View

New cafe coming to Kinnickinnic Avenue with teas, bakery and scratch-made masala chai.

Beet Street Fall Festival Returns October 4th

Celebrate the joys of fall at Beet Street on October 4th.

New Bar Would Replace Shuttered Victor’s

Business with a familiar name planned for legendary nightclub space.

Colorful Coffee Trailer Debuts at Humboldt Park

Plus: Burgers, brunch and a second Brew-Jas cafe.

Brew-Jas Seeks New Location in Bay View

Current cafe is on S. 13th. New cafe would offer similar menu of coffee, pastries.

FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday

More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.

Brunch Restaurant Proposed For Bay View

Axolotl Cafe would bring chilaquiles and cocktails to former Blackwood Brothers.

Flood Recovery Efforts Ongoing One Week After Disaster

ATU Local 998 Endorses County Supervisor Jack Eckblad For Re-Election

They know Jack always stands with workers.

Oyster Bar Opening Inside Bay View Restaurant

Seafood pop-up plans second location at Crafty Cow.

Storms Close Two Milwaukee Libraries ‘Long Term’

Plus: City adding evening hours to drop-off centers.

Bay View Bakery Announces Rebrand

Batter & Mac is now Gather Bakehouse, following partial ownership change.

Developer Plans Large Project On Bay View, Harbor District Border

Former Vilter Manufacturing site could house more than 500.

No Instructions Gallery Presents Tanner MacArthur: New Tactics

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in July

New wine, juice bars among new businesses now open.

Council Approves $60,000 Allocation for Bay View Community Center

Milwaukee Dessert Shop Expanding to Mississippi

Gordo's Bubble Waffles in Bay View moving into franchising nationally.

Landmark Healthcare Facilities LLC Appoints Dan Brandt as Chief Financial Officer

Brandt adds strong financial acumen, banking expertise to Landmark

Brewery Credit Union Opening Third Milwaukee Location

Milwaukee credit union is fermenting a plan for growth.

Near West Side Partners Announces 8th Rev-Up MKE

Applications are open for the competition with a fresh, interactive showcase that spotlights Near West Side entrepreneurs

New South Shore Park Playground Opens

Parks rebuilds one of the biggest, most popular playgrounds in the system.

Famous Musician Gives Major Gift To Small Milwaukee Music Venue

Surprise $20,000 donation covers surprise cost of accessibility initiative at Cactus Club.