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Academy of Music, 1860s
Built where the new Marriott Hotel now stands, it was the city's most prestigious opera house.
Mar 11th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
The Place That Launched a Thousand Drinks?
Young theater lovers and newbies hoisted drinks before the Rep's Greek tragedy. It's what Homer would have done.
Mar 10th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
Wisconsin Center’s Leadership Adrift?
Many of the board's seats are either vacant or held by legally unqualified individuals.
Mar 10th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Walker Delays On Three Tough Issues
No decision before election on new Bucks arena, proposed Kenosha casino and how to fund new highway construction.
Mar 10th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Renner Wanted to Buy O’Donnell Garage
Walker emails show Renner was a donor who contacted the 2010 gubernatorial campaign about buying and redeveloping the O'Donnell Parking Garage.
Feb 24th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Jesus Diaz
"My favorite event has all the beautiful people you need to know in one space."
Feb 24th, 2014 by Newaukee
Marquette Likely to Get Its Own Police Force
Bill would give MU police the power to arrest on and off campus, and pursue criminals anywhere in the state.
Feb 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Saengerfest and City Hall, 1868
The earlier City Hall was a converted market hall, here decorated for an annual German music festival.
Feb 18th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Destroy This Building, NML Declares
A second NM building, at Wells and Van Buren, is also being torn down.
Feb 14th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
Iversen’s Store on Water and Mason Streets
A "stereoview" by famed photographer H.H. Bennett captures Water Street in the 1870s or 1880s.
Feb 11th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
We Need Better Transit!
Suburban officials and business leaders at Downtown conference on transit call for better connections to the city.
Feb 5th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Prentiss Block, Late 1860s
This building, which still stands on the corner of Mason St. and Water St., may be Downtown's oldest commercial building.
Feb 4th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Huge Turnout for City Birthday Party
Lots of politicians, journalists, lobbyists and others glad-handed each other and drank free beer to salute the city's 168th birthday.
Jan 31st, 2014 by Michael Horne
Can City Save Boston Store?
City subsidy will keep declining store open, but leaves controversial questions about its downtown strategy.
Jan 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Mason Street at Lakefront, 1868
Before the days of Prospect Avenue mansions, the lakefront sported modest frame houses on an eroding, sandy bluff.
Jan 28th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
How a Nuns’ Home Became a Historic Duplex
The 1892 home for St. John's Cathedral nuns is now a 3,855-square foot, Yankee Hill residence.
Jan 26th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Fox Point Decrees: Pedestrians Must Wear Reflective Clothing
The village with no sidewalks or street lights will require pedestrians to be visible at a distance of 500 feet.
Jan 22nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Belmont Tavern, Cathedral Square’s Upscale Lounge
How Mike Vitucci created a bar for more adult customers.
Jan 21st, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
Water Street 1858
It’s a very early photo of Milwaukee, but the Iron Block building still survives from that era.
Jan 21st, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Keaira Monique
"I’d like to see Downtown with unique boutiques and shops like Chicago. We have so much potential for a fashion district."
Jan 20th, 2014 by Newaukee
Deconstructing NML
Floor by floor, the east office building will be deconstructed and the materials recycled. Our photos capture the project's early stages.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
How Weʼve Abandoned Dan Kiley
The great landscape artistʼs work for the Milwaukee Art Museum is being diminished by neglect. Part II in a series.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
I-794 Comes Crumbling Down
A portion of freeway is getting torn down for new lakefront development plan. Our photos capture it.
Jan 15th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
TRUE Skool Moves Downtown
After-school art program for teens times grand opening at Grand Avenue Mall for Friday's Gallery Night.
Jan 15th, 2014 by Andrea Waxman
Millennials Drive Downtown Growth, GMC Told
Younger residents far more important than empty nesters in driving city growth, and urban areas are surpassing suburbs, speakers at conference note.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Goodbye Faye McBeath Foundation
The foundation created by a Milwaukee Journal heir gave untold millions to local causes since 1960s, but will spend its final assets this year.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
Progress on the Pabst Center
Construction photos of the Pabst Business Center, the first such development in a decade.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Barrett’s Birthday Party
The mayor's celebration is 11 days late. And Lakefront Brewery shatters its record for annual barrels manufactured.
Dec 22nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
How To Avoid Getting Ticketed or Towed in Snowstorm
All the cars making short trips in the city make snowplowing difficult. Try walking or biking.
Dec 20th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Campaign Season Kicks Off
Politicos flock to Jon Richards fundraiser, and judicial candidate Janet C. Protasiewicz's event.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Michael Horne
$1 Billion Needed for Milwaukee Facilities
Public Policy Forum study says $400 million needed for NBA arena, $300 million for convention center and rest for other facilities.
Dec 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Entrants & Winners for Wisconsin Avenue Placemaking
The "Tournavation" event at City Hall included an expert panel and audience, which selected two winners from among 12 finalists.
Dec 11th, 2013 by Grace Fuhr
The Other Mandela
The fundraiser for Rep. Mandela Barnes, just two days before his namesake Nelson Mandela died, had a big turnout.
Dec 8th, 2013 by Michael Horne
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
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
The Governor as Grinch
Walker's crass campaign pitch, a weird art thief and the Santa Rampage.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Petty Fines Create “Vicious Cycle” For The Poor
82% of those whose licenses are suspended for failing to pay fines are minorities, who are left without a way to drive to work.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Rick Brown
Whiskey Bar’s NYC-Style Cocktail Lounge
The owner took a gamble and turned the Cathedral Square bar into a haven for whiskey lovers.
Dec 1st, 2013 by Mrinal Gokhale
Free Construction Trades Classes Fill Need
North side program has taught some 400 people, helping meet post-recession needs in the industry.
Nov 29th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
Will City Smooth The Way for Silk?
Silk applies to run strip club in city-owned garage across from Bradley Center.
Nov 14th, 2013 by Michael Horne
2013 Veterans Day Parade
Politicians, patriotism and marching bands on parade, all captured in our photos.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Cold Weather Increases Need for Energy Assistance
How and where to apply for state program providing assistance.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Ground Breaking Day in the Park East
A flock of public officials turned out to celebrate the Avenir, a $20.7 million, 104-unit mixed-use building that begins construction.
Nov 10th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Strip Club Coming to Downtown?
City committee rules against exotic nightclub on Old World Third, then seems to open door to a location across from Bradley Center.
Nov 7th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Obama Official Lauds City’s Sustainability Programs
Energy Department official visits to praise Milwaukee's green efforts, which now save $500,000 annually. Our photos capture the event.
Nov 6th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Jim Brozek
Inspired by people at work, Brozek has for decades captured laborers of all kinds in his photos.
Nov 5th, 2013 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Mike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo
It's just a short walk from the Bradley Foundation, where Grebe battles daily to turn us all conservative.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Road to Creativity
Despite carping from critics, the Creational Trails project seeks to artistically enliven 10 blocks of Wisconsin Avenue.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Brian Jacobson
Four May Run for Richards’ Assembly Seat
The biggest name: sources say county board chair Marina Dimitrijevic is preparing to run.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Does Lakefront Still Lack a Vision?
Panelists at Discovery World conference debate plans and opportunities for Milwaukee's lakefront. A report with photos.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
More Northwestern Mutual Skyscraper Renderings
Northwestern Mutual's new office tower isn't just a skyscraper.
Oct 24th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Critics Say WEPCO Proposal Would Over-Charge Customers
Valley plant conversion to gas will mostly serve businesses yet 90% of cost is charged to residential customers, they charge.
Oct 21st, 2013 by Gretchen Schuldt
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
New Moves to Bail Out the Bucks
Bradley Center and business leaders search for a clever way to subsidize the NBA team.
Oct 15th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Why We Should Move the War Memorial
Veterans are poorly served there; the War Memorial and MacArthur statue should both move to west-side Veterans Center campus.
Oct 11th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Why We Lost the Marsupial Bridge Swings
The city hasn't allocated money to maintain them. Should the nearby Business Improvement District adopt them?
Oct 10th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Laura Bush Comes to Town
She will join Tonette Walker in a fundraiser for the Christian group, Teen Challenge.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Views from Wisconsin Gas Building
Rarely-seen views from the 1920s Art Deco building. But alas, we couldn't get inside the flame.
Sep 27th, 2013 by Dave Reid
The End of Suburbs?
So argues a new book. And former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist agrees. Are they right?
Sep 25th, 2013 by Terry Falk
First Look at NML’s New Skyscraper
The stunning, curved glass design for the 32-floor tower is by Pickard Chilton of New Haven, Connecticut.
Sep 25th, 2013 by Dave Reid
City Hall Bell Tower Tour
70 photos capture the secrets of City Hall and views from the tower which countless people enjoyed at Doors Open.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Dave Reid
Shocking Conditions at the Courthouse
Court Commissioner Barry Slagle electrocuted in scary, unreported incident at courthouse.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Man Who Retired the Museum’s Debt
Milwaukee Public Museum President Jay Williams will step down in February. Can the museum build on his legacy?
Sep 18th, 2013 by Brian Jacobson
Demo Day at Marquette
Demolition at 14th and Wells will make way for a 6-floor, 80-unit, private student housing development by Opus Group.
Sep 17th, 2013 by Dave Reid
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
Streetcar Social
Gathering of notables tracks the route of proposed streetcar. And HGTV comes to town to film a straw-bale home.
Sep 12th, 2013 by Michael Horne
27 Miles of Bike Lanes
Lots of new bike lane segments add up to 27 miles of new lanes within Milwaukee.
Sep 10th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Joshua Janis
"We are not just a Beer, Brat and Cheese state."
Sep 9th, 2013 by Newaukee
Who Let the Dogs Out?
Sheriff Clarke grabs canine units from House of Correction, endangering safety of staff, only to be forced to return them.
Sep 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
BMO Harris Will Back Ballet
The ballet's new corporate sponsor makes its first major gift to Milwaukee since buying out M&I Bank.
Aug 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Zipcars for the Masses
By-the-hour car rental firm unveils huge expansion, adding 29 vehicles to Milwaukee with possibly more to come.
Aug 27th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Why The Couture Could Wow the Nation
Few cities have built towers this tall (44 stories) since 2000. This could be a coup for Milwaukee. (Second of two-part series)
Aug 27th, 2013 by David Holmes
World Naked Bike Ride Coming!
Next July Milwaukee strips down to join 70 cities globally that hold naked bike rides.
Aug 26th, 2013 by Dave Reid
City a National Leader in Skyscrapers
Since 2000, Milwaukee ranks 10th among 67 big cities in high-rises built per capita. Part I of a two-part series.
Aug 26th, 2013 by David Holmes
The Solar Museum
An 8-story wall of solar panels, 234 in all, will give a big energy boost to the Milwaukee Public Museum.
Aug 23rd, 2013 by Dave Reid
Greater Milwaukee Committee to Move to Water Accelerator
All the news on the GMC's new home, as well as odds and ends around the East Side and beyond (plus a bicycle tour).
Aug 15th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Mystery of the Germania Statue
It’s the city’s greatest art heist. How did a monumental, three-ton bronze statue disappear?
Aug 13th, 2013 by Brian Jacobson
The Longest Yard
Why does MSOE's new soccer field and parking lot make us think of a prison?
Aug 9th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Can Wisconsin Avenue Be Saved?
A city task force hopes to revive the street but the obstacles are many.
Aug 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Bike Fed’s Glossy Mag a Success
The quarterly magazine now publishes 8,000 copies and has lots of advertisers, another sign of Milwaukee's bike renaissance.
Aug 7th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The $1 Million Art Project
Steve Marcus’ plan to bring world class sculpture to Milwaukee is expensive. Is it a good idea?
Jul 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Nomad World Cup Village Wins First Match
County committee okays temporary lease for Nomad bar's huge, month-long, outdoor World Cup event on Park East land.
Jul 16th, 2013 by Dave Reid
66 Images of Bastille Days
The 2013 version of one of the nation's largest French-themed festivals was a big hit again, as our photos show.
Jul 15th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
Upper 90’s Gastro Sports Pub Style
It offers better food -- and less noise -- than your average sports bar.
Jul 15th, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
Clark Rockefeller’s Bag Job
UWM bag with severed head leads to murder rap for ex-Milwaukeean with phony name.
Jul 10th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Can Old Warner Theater Be Saved?
Journal Sentinel picks up on our story, and Marcus Corp. says it will consider selling building.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Whimsy Walks
Milwaukee's first whimsy walk arrived on Cathedral Square this week. More to come?
Jun 28th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Hungry for Haircuts
Along with meals for the poor, St. Benedict's offers haircuts, served up by a longtime hairdresser.
Jun 26th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Inside the Downtown Marriott
Urban Milwaukee was allowed a sneak peek inside the new hotel opening tomorrow and our photos tell the story.
Jun 25th, 2013 by Urban Milwaukee
World Refugee Day Comes of Age
Largest event ever held here celebrates contributions of state's 70,000 refugees.
Jun 25th, 2013 by Maggie Quick
Marriott Hotel Opens Next Week
And our photos capture what the new era will look like.
Jun 21st, 2013 by Dave Reid
Over 2 Million Meals Served
Salvation Army summer food program has served 2 million kids since 1990.
Jun 20th, 2013 by Eric Oliver
And Justice For All?
The Milwaukee Justice Center has created a unique legal clinic for the poor.
Jun 19th, 2013 by William Bott
How the Moderne Lost Some of its Swagger
Value engineering made it stouter, but it’s still minor miracle a building this good was created.
Jun 17th, 2013 by Tom Bamberger
Beth Handle
The Bay View resident owns and runs the Milwaukee Kayak Company.
Jun 17th, 2013 by Newaukee
Ahoy! Pirate Party Will Rally Downtown
The Wisconsin affiliate of the populist-flavored party, organized by political activist Joe Klein, will rally on June 29th.
Jun 13th, 2013 by Michael Horne
How to Save the Milwaukee Bucks
A real estate partnership could build a new arena with a far lower public subsidy and more revenue for the Bucks.
May 30th, 2013 by Mike Westling
Ryan Braun’s High-Rise Home Base
His 21st floor downtown condo is pricey, but dirt cheap compared to his second home in Malibu.
May 24th, 2013 by Michael Horne
