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Shanghai Presents VIP Halloween Dinner
Costumes are optional at spooky eastside speakeasy's six-course dinner for only 16 guests.
Oct 24th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Brew’d Burger Plans East Town Food Truck Park
After leaving Zocalo a new location on Kilbourn Ave. Where musicians may play as well.
Oct 20th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
City Wins Grant To Reconstruct Cherry Street Bridge
Bridge, which connects Downtown to Brewers Hill, was built in 1940.
Oct 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Zizzo Opens New HQ In Historic Building
Marketing firm sits on the dividing line between Third Ward and Walker's Point with space that mixes fun with work.
Oct 6th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Yankee Hill Was Height Of Early Milwaukee Society
Area settled by New England transplants still has 19th century mansions and churches.
Sep 23rd, 2022 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Central Standard Creates Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned Hall of Fame
You can nominate a winner. First class of six inductees to be announced Oct. 15.
Sep 6th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Midwest Shores Opening in Iron Block Building
Shop selling fossils, crystals and polished rocks is located downtown—just a stone's throw from Penzeys Spices.
Sep 1st, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Downtown Dining Week Returns
More than 25 downtown restaurants offering specials Sept. 8 to 15.
Aug 17th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
SlyFox and Revival Join Craft Cocktail Scene
Plus: Soup Bros is no more, but its most popular soups will join the menu at sibling restaurant, Boo Boo's.
Aug 14th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Paper Table Food Hall Opens
Blac Bistro is now serving at the highly-anticipated food hall.
Aug 5th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
New Night Club Now Open on Water Street
Bodega replaces District on Water.
Jul 28th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Air & Water Show Returns
Plus: Gallery night, food truck fest, a brewery celebrates its birthday and more.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Dubbel Dutch To Open Public Gallery Space
The gallery's first exhibition will feature photography by local artists.
Jul 6th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
New Land Plans New S. 5th St. Building
Firm pursuing fourth apartment complex in Walker's Point.
Jun 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Italian Restaurant Planned For East Town
Safina's would be run by former Giovanni's owners, offering casual dining with Sicilian favorites.
Jun 21st, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Element Opens in Walker’s Point, Nearly Fully Leased
New S. 5th St. apartment building finds no issue drawing residents.
May 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New High-End Restaurant For Downtown
Mediterranean restaurant Lupi & Iris features food by James Beard award-winning chef.
May 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Film Fest Returns!
Plus, Gallery Night & Day, Vliet Street Art Walk, Rock the Green and more.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Michael Holloway
City Poised To Use $8.5 Million From TIFs to Combat Reckless Driving
Projects located near Midtown Center, Burnham Park and East Town.
Feb 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Gallery Night Returns!
Plus, Milwaukee Museum Days, Charlie Berens at the Riverside, the Milwaukee Boat Show and more.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Zizzo’s New HQ Has Rooftop Terrace, Cafe
Firm relocating to 1855 building in Walker's Point, expects retailer on first floor.
Jan 18th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Johnson Controls’ Departure Impacts Third Ward
The story goes all the way back to 1993. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news
Jan 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Water Main Break Sends Steam Soaring, Chills Downtown
Steam tunnel system flooded by millions of gallons of water from broken 1884 water main.
Nov 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Hop Unveils MU Basketball Branding
In time for teams' opening games and running until January, a Marquette basketball-branded streetcar.
Nov 9th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
Element Anchors South End of 5th Street
New apartment building has taken its final shape.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Nightclub Called “The Bodega” Planned for Water Street
The Bodega would also be a full service restaurant and cocktail lounge.
Oct 5th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
Downtown Bar A Mixture of Jamaica and South Beach
Tropic will replace Fire on Water in East Town.
Oct 1st, 2021 by Annie Mattea
New Park Opens in Historic Third Ward
New Gas Light Park is small and all about the children.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
100 East Office Tower in Foreclosure
Building has lost two large tenants in recent years.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Edison Will Add Restaurant, Commercial Space to Riverwalk
Site is currently a floral warehouse. Developer secures approval to add landscaping, patio to city land.
Aug 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Raise a Glass At Central Standard’s New Crafthouse & Kitchen
The local distillery will celebrate the grand opening of its newly-redeveloped, historic downtown location this Saturday
Aug 12th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Second Mass Timber Tower Files for Design Approval
City Plan Commission will review proposed building on Aug. 23rd.
Aug 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Office Building Being Renovated, Lands Tenant
Mid-rise 789 N. Water to receive updates.
Aug 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
5th Street’s New Element
Apartment building will fill vacant lot on southern end of narrowed street.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin State Fair Returns
Plus, Bronzeville restaurants doing brunch, Buskerfest downtown, a local punk band releases an album and an art fair in Tosa.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Former M&I Building Could Become 231 Apartments
Irgens would redevelop International Style tower into apartments.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Scooters Banned From Downtown
About 30% of riders found to be riding on sidewalks, triple the limit authorized by city.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Work Starting on Cathedral Square Upgrade
Changing popular park's perimeter to accommodate crowds, make square more attractive
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Daily Bird Opens Second Cafe
New cafe located in Dubbel Dutch hotel on Marshall Street.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Hope Moses
Riverwest Food Truck Rally Returns
Plus, a grand opening on Brady Street, a bike tour, a funk-soul performance at Nō Studios and more.
Jul 15th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Free Downtown Music Festival In August
Over 60 musicians will perform nearly 100 hours of live music at Buskerfest, August 6-8.
Jul 14th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
15-Story Mass Timber Tower for Riverfront
220 apartments, but little parking in downtown building, as firm pushes environmental benefits.
Jul 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Removing Some Downtown Meters
You can now park for free on a portion of E. Knapp St.
Jun 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New BBQ Restaurant Coming
Plus: A new high-end Mediterranean restaurant. And Bulldog Ale House comes to town.
Jun 28th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Adams Hotel Dispute Triggers Lawsuit
Plus: Batttlebox Studios running crowdfunding campaign
Jun 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Fine Dining Restaurant Planned for 7Seventy7 Building
Lupi & Iris will replace Maurer's Urban Market with cuisine from French and Italian Riviera.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Hall On Milwaukee Street Moves Forward
You want choices? 18 different stalls planned for East Town food hall.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Central Standard Distillery Installs Historic Tasting Table
3,000-pound table made from 122-year-old maple tree planted by Archbishop Messmer.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Lazy Susan Reopens Indoor Dining
Plus: New beer garden, new doughnut shop coming. And Culvers adds two custard flavors.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
The Tap Yard MKE Opening Soon
Outdoor beer garden along river in downtown area will boast big selection of craft brews.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Angeline Terry
The Return of Bird, Lime and Spin
Starting June 1, up to 3,000 scooters could be on city streets.
May 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Soup House Is Closing
After 21 years in business, downtown restaurant calling it quits.
Apr 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Construction Underway on New Downtown Hotel
Kinn MKE filling vacant building on Broadway and Michigan.
Apr 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Element Apartments’ Construction Begins
6-story building with 66 units. Redesign of S. 5th St. big draw for neighborhood investment.
Apr 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Ballet HQ Becoming Dance Studio
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Apr 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Irgens Seeking To Designate Former M&I Building As Historic
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Apr 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Dockless Scooters Will Return in 2021, With Restrictions
Companies could be barred from operating if riders use sidewalks.
Apr 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Tool Could Bring 2,000 Jobs Downtown
City would provide up to $20 million to lure fast-growing company to Downtown.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
330 Kilbourn Office Complex To Be Sold
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Mar 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Fundraising for Gas Light Park
Playground would be the first in the neighborhood.
Mar 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
City Updating Downtown Plan
Equity and inclusion at forefront of latest effort.
Mar 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Food Hall Planned for Downtown
Chicago group targeting two possible East Town sites for 20-stall food hall.
Feb 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
251 Apartments Planned for Buca’s Site
New Land will build nine-story apartment complex on sloped site at 1237 N. Van Buren St.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Steam Tunnel Flood Repairs Will Cost Over $60 Million
Plus: Conagra closing Milwaukee plant and logistics company moving to Bay View.
Jan 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Hilton Hotel Planned for Downtown
8-story Tempo by Hilton would be constructed on old Journal Sentinel parking lot on Third Street.
Jan 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Gokhman Shares Vision for Bucca’s Site
Firm plans eight-story building for East Town.
Dec 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s On the Mind of Voters
Reporters asked residents across the city. Here’s what they said.
Nov 3rd, 2020 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Inside the Huron Building
Milwaukee's newest office building opens, mixing old with new, Downtown with Third Ward.
Oct 5th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Southern-Style Seafood For Downtown
Lowcountry restaurant, named for South Carolina, offers seafood boils: lobster, crab and shrimp.
Sep 28th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
See All of Downtown Milwaukee’s New Murals
From otters to activists, Milwaukee is awash in new public art.
Sep 4th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Why I Became an Urban Milwaukee Member
Why is membership worth it? Our members offer their own answers to the question.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by Urban Milwaukee
Construction Begins On World’s Tallest Timber Tower
Ascent, a 25-story apartment tower, will be tallest mass timber building in the world.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
DNC-Timed Art Installation Covers Downtown
Work by local artists highlights democracy for convention, though delegates won't attend.
Aug 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Michigan Street Bridge Reopens
COVID-19 induced supply chain issues delay reopening.
Aug 2nd, 2020 by Michael Horne
Demolition Underway for Adams Hotel
Plus: DCD gets new leadership team
Jul 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Downtown Apartment Building Takes Shape
Bucks guard's first Milwaukee development project takes shape.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee to Hike Parking Meter Rates
City has yet to implement 2018 market-based plan to vary rates based on demand.
Jun 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Peaceful March Ends at 3 a.m. Near Capitol Dr.
March goes over 15 miles, including through Whitefish Bay, Shorewood and Glendale, before ending back in Milwaukee.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
The Stone-Clad Huron
New building begins to look more like its 140-year-old neighbor.
May 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Newaukee’s The Beacon Gets State Grant
Company still pursuing other financing for its Walker's Point development.
May 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Hotel Planned for Downtown
"Adams Hotel" planned for property once occupied by Whiskey Bar.
Apr 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Hotel Trio Takes Shape
Will DNC postponement allow hotels to open in time?
Apr 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
How Historic Are Jefferson St. Buildings?
Ald. Bauman nominates the street's Civil War-era buildings for historic designation.
Mar 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Southern Restaurant Will Open in Base of Huron Building
This is the 18th location for Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar that will serve "scratch-made" southern food.
Mar 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Strauss Closes Door on Milwaukee Move
Plus: An abandoned basement discovered in former Grand Avenue Mall.
Feb 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Restaurant To Be Named Later Opens Next Month at Miller Park
Yes, that's the name. Plus: Shakeup at Mayfair Collection, new candle bar in Walker's Point, 42 Ale House closing.
Feb 22nd, 2020 by Michael Holloway
The Huron Rises Above
New office building is now taller than its historic neighbors.
Feb 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Cathedral Square Improvements, Century City Bailout Get First Approval
$16 million plan would repay debt, improve park, rebuild streets.
Feb 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
City To Fund Improvements On Edge of Cathedral Square
TIF district would help bail out Century City,
Feb 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Signs for Pabst Theater
Scrolling, chasing LED signs are big -- too big? -- and offer homage to theater's history.
Feb 11th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
White Supremacy Vandalism Yet Again
Hate group Patriot Front's new sticker on stretch of E. Wells St. where past slogans appeared.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Snack Boys Moving to the East Side
Plus: Triciclo Peru introduces new menu items and Red June Cafe closes.
Feb 7th, 2020 by Michael Holloway
Red June Cafe Has Closed
After three years, Cathedral Square cafe modeled after one in Chicago closes.
Feb 1st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
NEWaukee Will Create “The Beacon” in Walker’s Point
Social architecture firm will redevelop former Ballet space into hub for creatives.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Second New East Side Home Revealed
Designs submitted for second new home in North Point Historic District.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Top 10 Visual Art Highlights
From new arts hotel to mural creations to a “Moon Festival.”
Dec 30th, 2019 by Catherine Jozwik
See The Canstruction of Local Landmarks
Plus: Associated gives Milwaukee Center new name & upgrades, mass timber building tops off.
Dec 15th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
The Huron Is All About Connectivity
Building is the anchor of a transformation of Downtown's parking ghetto.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Journal Square Will Be Hundreds of Apartments
Plus: Packed week of affordable housing news, and Cheesehead expansion.
Nov 24th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
1860s Home Isn’t Historic Says Commission
Historic commission's surprising vote rejects historic designation, inches Bucks guard's project closer to reality.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
