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Milwaukee From Atop the Pabst Silos
A 360 degree view of the city, including the Brewery redevelopment, from high above.
Mar 22nd, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Seeks Business Supporters for Residency Requirement
Mayor addresses 300 business execs, says ending residency requirement could depress city property values.
Mar 22nd, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
Girls’ Day at City Hall showcases public service careers for young women
The palette of speakers and role models for young women interested in public service continues to expand in the third annual Girls’ Day at City Hall, hosted TOMORROW, March 20, 2013 by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs.
Mar 19th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Downtown Milwaukee was filled with green this past weekend, from politicians to the hoi polloi.
Mar 15th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
New Front Door for Lakefront
Dramatic plan moves freeway ramps and creates a grand boulevard that connects downtown and the lakefront.
Mar 11th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Old German Beer Hall Mimics Munich
Bavarian-style bar is based on Hofbrauhaus, with strictly authentic beer and pretzels.
Mar 10th, 2013 by Audrey Jean Posten
A Jazzman’s Cafe
A new coffeehouse on Wisconsin Ave. is run by an expert barista and jazz drummer.
Mar 5th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
Jeramey Jannene
Yes, Urban Milwaukee's founder is an immigrant to the city. Why he loves it and would like to see improvements.
Mar 4th, 2013 by Newaukee
Central City Crusaders
More than 15 Milwaukee groups and individuals are award nominees for work improving central city.
Mar 3rd, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Veterans Job Fair Offers Hundreds of Job Openings for Vets
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce a Job Fair for Military Veterans will be held on Thursday, March 7th at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center from 9am - 1pm.
Mar 3rd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Envisioning the Seen, March 11
Historic Milwaukee, Inc. (HMI) and the Pabst Theater Foundation have partnered to create an entirely unique conversation series titled Envisioning the Seen. On Monday March 11, twelve dynamic, inspiring Milwaukeeans will gather on stage at the historic Pabst Theater to share their visions for the future of our built environment.
Mar 1st, 2013 by Historic Milwaukee Inc
Name MPS School After Anti-Nazi Hero?
A push to honor Milwaukeean Mildred Fish Harnack, the only American women resistance member executed by Hitler.
Feb 27th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Millionaire Mike Drescher’s Urban Aerie
The Drescher file: 18 arrests; no convictions; one heck of a penthouse.
Feb 22nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
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
Jeff Duport
Newcomer Jeff Duport, manager of Mikey’s restaurant (811 N. Jefferson) has a simple wish: wire the city.
Feb 11th, 2013 by Newaukee
Facing the Foreclosure Crisis
A packed crowd at City Hall listened to experts discuss the problem of foreclosed homes and possible solutions.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Grace Fuhr
Northwestern Mutual Announces Design Team for Downtown Milwaukee Office Tower
Pickard Chilton selected as design architect for addition to Milwaukee skyline
Feb 8th, 2013 by Northwestern Mutual
New Marriott Hotel Still Controversial?
The hotel got a lot of state WHEDA money that was supposed to target Milwaukee's central city job centers. Still, the hotel is a boost for downtown.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Dave Reid
Justice Geske Appointed as Mediator For Art Museum, War Memorial Negotiations
Highly Respected Justice Janine Geske Accepts Role to Move Iconic Institutions Past Impasse
Feb 1st, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
MSOE’s Humphrey House
MSOE spent $250,000 to upgrade the 1894 Queen Anne residence of its longtime president.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Michael Horne
Urban home ownership, maintaining neighborhood vitality to be discussed during City Hall event Friday
A City Hall event on Friday (February 1) entitled “Panel on Urban Home Ownership and Neighborhood Vitality during the Foreclosure Crisis,” will feature Alderman Nik Kovac.
Jan 31st, 2013 by Nik Kovac
An Arts Jamboree
Art Milwaukee and 20 arts organizations offered a showcase of the city's thriving arts scene at the recently opened Hilton Garden Inn.
Jan 30th, 2013 by Sinead Eby
Downtown Milwaukee: “Old World Charm, New World Class”
A Plan to Revitalize and Grow Milwaukee’s Downtown: Minus the Downtown Streetcar
Jan 30th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
“Ambassador” Justin Miller
The downtown ambassador helps visitors, prevents crime and answers questions -- but won’t help you get a date.
Jan 29th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
Evers Vs. Pridemore
The battle between State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers and challenger Don Pridemore.
Jan 28th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Harp, an Intimate Irish Pub
Founded as an "authentic Irish bar" in 1955, the Harp is still a Downtown mainstay.
Jan 27th, 2013 by Audrey Jean Posten
Northwestern Mutual Tower Advances
Proposal that's a "celebration of Downtown" sails through the city's Redevelopment Authority.
Jan 17th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Indonesian Consul General set for City Hall visit, welcome
Indonesian Consul General Andriana Supandy will visit City Hall this week to promote good relations and cooperative opportunities with Milwaukee, according to Alderman Joe Davis, Sr., chair of the Common Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee.
Jan 14th, 2013 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Mohammad Shah
I would like to see Milwaukee build our downtown back to how strong it once was.
Jan 14th, 2013 by Newaukee
Apartment Complex Coming to Haymarket Neighborhood
Commission recommends zoning change for brick warehouse to be converted to 65 apartments.
Jan 7th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
Deli Waitress Dawn
The joys and sorrows of a “Jill of all Trades.”
Jan 7th, 2013 by Peggy Schulz
Surprise Compromise on Preservation Law
Opposing sides agree on preservation ordinance changes. But is consensus possible on a combined arena and transit tax?
Dec 19th, 2012 by Urban Milwaukee
Vigil Against Gun Violence
On Friday, December 14, at 6:00 pm, concerned members of Milwaukee’s community will gather to commemorate today’s loss of life in Connecticut and to call for a sensible gun policy.
Dec 14th, 2012 by Press Release
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
County Executive Helps Celebrate Hanukkah with Menorah Lighting
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Lubavitch of Wisconsin will celebrate the Hanukkah Menorah Lighting in the Milwaukee County Courthouse Rotunda on Monday, December 10th at 11:30am.
Dec 8th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
GMC Statement on Northwestern Mutual Development
This is a game-changing investment by Northwestern Mutual and the city of Milwaukee.
Dec 7th, 2012 by Press Release
Free holiday fun abounds downtown with Cocoa with the Clauses and Holly Trolley rides on Dec. 8
The Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival is giving area residents more free things to do this season.
Dec 7th, 2012 by Press Release
Quiet Company Could Build City’s Tallest Building
An examination of the who, what, where, and when of the new Northwestern Mutual office tower.
Dec 6th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee
Planned office tower means 2,800 downtown jobs
Dec 6th, 2012 by Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual to Announce Major Development in Downtown Milwaukee
Local elected officials, including Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, and business, community and civic leaders will join Northwestern Mutual Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Schlifske as he announces plans to expand the company’s downtown Milwaukee headquarters with a proposed high-rise tower to replace Northwestern Mutual’s east building.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Northwestern Mutual
Mayor & Co. Executive to Announce New Way to Experience Milwaukee
More than 50,000 People Have Chosen a New Way to Experience Milwaukee
Dec 4th, 2012 by Press Release
The Dead Zones
Two new apartment buildings for Downtown's fringes, and two new coffee houses. All spell progress.
Nov 29th, 2012 by Urban Milwaukee
Brewery Projects Near Completion
An apartment building and a hotel add more excitement to the redevelopment project at the old Pabst brewery.
Nov 24th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee to Host 2013 and 2014 USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships
The nation's top amateur triathletes will compete in Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee
Nov 21st, 2012 by Press Release
Alderman Donovan to recognize heroic efforts of police aide, citizens
Alderman Bob Donovan to present citations to citizens who helped pull victims from a wrecked vehicle following a hit-and-run crash
Nov 19th, 2012 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Brandon Jennings’ Very Moderne Digs
Bucks guard is on 25th floor of The Moderne, right by Bradley Center and a floor above Monta Ellis.
Nov 16th, 2012 by Michael Horne
OnMilwaukee.com Moves Downtown
Plus: problems for a new hotel and say goodbye to two bars.
Nov 16th, 2012 by Urban Milwaukee
