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Newaukeean of the Week: Mohammad Shah
Newaukeean of the Week

Mohammad Shah

I would like to see Milwaukee build our downtown back to how strong it once was.

Working: Deli Waitress Dawn
Working

Deli Waitress Dawn

The joys and sorrows of a “Jill of all Trades.”

NAACP’s One MKE town hall encourages civic engagement
Press Release

NAACP’s One MKE town hall encourages civic engagement

The One MKE Summit begins at 9:30 a.m. and continues throughout the day with workshops starting at 11:30 a.m. and dealing with a variety of issues.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Surprise Compromise on Preservation Law
Eyes on Milwaukee

Surprise Compromise on Preservation Law

Opposing sides agree on preservation ordinance changes. But is consensus possible on a combined arena and transit tax?

Vigil Against Gun Violence
Press Release

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.

GMC Statement on Northwestern Mutual Development
Press Release

GMC Statement on Northwestern Mutual Development

This is a game-changing investment by Northwestern Mutual and the city of Milwaukee.

Free holiday fun abounds downtown with Cocoa with the Clauses and Holly Trolley rides on Dec. 8
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.

Quiet Company Could Build City’s Tallest Building

Quiet Company Could Build City’s Tallest Building

An examination of the who, what, where, and when of the new Northwestern Mutual office tower.

Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee
Press Release

Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee

Planned office tower means 2,800 downtown jobs

Northwestern Mutual to Announce Major Development in Downtown Milwaukee
Press Release

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.

Mayor & Co. Executive to Announce New Way to Experience Milwaukee
Press Release

Mayor & Co. Executive to Announce New Way to Experience Milwaukee

More than 50,000 People Have Chosen a New Way to Experience Milwaukee

Eyes on Milwaukee: The Dead Zones
Eyes on Milwaukee

The Dead Zones

Two new apartment buildings for Downtown's fringes, and two new coffee houses. All spell progress.

Milwaukee to Host 2013 and 2014 USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships
Press Release

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

Alderman Donovan to recognize heroic efforts of police aide, citizens
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

Eyes on Milwaukee: OnMilwaukee.com Moves Downtown
Eyes on Milwaukee

OnMilwaukee.com Moves Downtown

Plus: problems for a new hotel and say goodbye to two bars.

Photo Gallery: Cheese, Beer and Thou
Photo Gallery

Cheese, Beer and Thou

Glorioso's Italian Market eschews wine and does a Cheese & Beer Tasting. The result: lots of fun.

Friday Photos: Room at the Inn
Friday Photos

Room at the Inn

Two new hotels and hundreds of new rooms are coming to East Town.

Soundslide: Gala Gallery Night
Soundslide

Gala Gallery Night

Our new format captures the sights and sounds of Gallery Night and Day, with photo slides and accompanying audio.

Streetcar Meeting on Tuesday

Streetcar Meeting on Tuesday

Public invited to ask questions about project.

An Open Letter to the Residents of Milwaukee County
Press Release

An Open Letter to the Residents of Milwaukee County

It’s time to set the record straight and, once again, to call on the Milwaukee County Executive to focus on collaboration.

Friday Photos: Small Pleasures
Friday Photos

Small Pleasures

A number of smaller construction projects are underway to improve downtown properties

Milwaukee County Board Set to Welcome Milwaukee County Residents to Annual Budget Public Hearing
Press Release

Milwaukee County Board Set to Welcome Milwaukee County Residents to Annual Budget Public Hearing

Marcus Center for the Performing Arts to host October 29th hearing

Supervisor Alexander Seeks Peace Between War Memorial and Art Museum
Press Release

Supervisor Alexander Seeks Peace Between War Memorial and Art Museum

Proposal would bring resolution to operational issues, fund services for veterans, and pave the way for Dryhootch partnership

Sydney HiH Gallery Night

Sydney HiH Gallery Night

A Gallery Night send off for the epicenter of Milwaukee's counter-culture movement.

Newaukeean of the Week: Deanna Schwenner
Newaukeean of the Week

Deanna Schwenner

Meet the concierge at the recently remodeled CityCenter at 735 N. Water Street.

Power Play

Power Play

A city committee resists heavy lobbying and forestalls a special taxing district for Juneau Park and Cathedral Square.

Friday Photos: East Town Unveilings
Friday Photos

East Town Unveilings

New signage and restoration are a change of scenery for downtown.

Dear MKE Film Series Debuts
Press Release

Dear MKE Film Series Debuts

Milwaukee Icons, an Unlikely Artist and an Epic, 24-Hour Bike Race Now Online at www.DearMKE.com.

Hundreds to Rally to Support Homeownership
Press Release

Hundreds to Rally to Support Homeownership

To highlight the importance of homeownership in America and generate awareness of vital housing issues for the upcoming November 6 elections, the Metropolitan Builders Association (MBA), Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are sponsoring a special Rally for Homeownership.

City Seeks Candidates for 2012 City/County Christmas Tree
Press Release

City Seeks Candidates for 2012 City/County Christmas Tree

Your tree could decorate Red Arrow Park for all to enjoy!

Work Downtown? Enjoy a free brat Thursday.
Press Release

Work Downtown? Enjoy a free brat Thursday.

1,000 brats to be distributed at CityCenter at 735 beginning at 4:00 p.m., compliments of Cresa

Car Culture: PARK(ing) Day 2012
Car Culture

PARK(ing) Day 2012

Expanding public space, one parking spot at a time.

Eyes on Milwaukee: An Action-Packed Weekend
Eyes on Milwaukee

An Action-Packed Weekend

So much to see: A party on a bridge, 120+ open houses, and President Obama's speech.

Murphy’s Law: Rich Park, Poor Park
Murphy’s Law

Rich Park, Poor Park

Milwaukee County Parks is increasingly a two-tier system, with the worst maintained parks in poor areas.

Wanna Buy Some Park East Land?

Wanna Buy Some Park East Land?

Sensing market interest, Milwaukee County is trying to sell a parcel of land -- for the third time.

Friday Photos: MSOE Parking Garage
Friday Photos

MSOE Parking Garage

Park East Freeway spur land is becoming 780-stall parking garage

Parks Plan Has Problems

Parks Plan Has Problems

Cathedral Square / Juneau Park plan created with little public discussion and no design competition.

Friday Photos: Labor Day Edition
Friday Photos

Labor Day Edition

Two historic buildings are completely covered as their facades are restored.

The Milwaukee Brewery District

The Milwaukee Brewery District

The impact of a semi-successful early 80's plan for a large stretch of downtown.

A Redesign for Cathedral Square

A Redesign for Cathedral Square

A recent UWM master's thesis plans for an improved Cathedral Square

Friday Photos: Construction Continues
Friday Photos

Construction Continues

The downtown Marriott hotel is rising fast.

How to Improve Cathedral Square

How to Improve Cathedral Square

What would make Milwaukee's town square better?

Donovan’s New Anti-Streetcar Allies

Donovan’s New Anti-Streetcar Allies

After three press releases in three days, the alderman holds a news conference with new right-wing allies.

Alderman Donovan to announce new efforts in fight against streetcar
Press Release

Alderman Donovan to announce new efforts in fight against streetcar

Alderman Bob Donovan will hold a news conference at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday, August 16) to announce new efforts in his bid to derail the proposed downtown streetcar project.

Preliminary Budget Hearing Invitation
Press Release

Preliminary Budget Hearing Invitation

The City of Milwaukee will hold a 2013 Preliminary Budget Hearing to ensure the 2013 City of Milwaukee Budget addresses the needs of our community. Mayor Tom Barrett, Finance and Personnel Committee Chair, Alderman Michael Murphy, Budget Director Mark Nicolini and budget staff will provide information regarding the budget planning process and give attendees an opportunity to share input on City services. City residents are encouraged to attend. Monday, August 13, 2012 6:00-7:30 p.m. Zeidler Municipal Building 841 North Broadway, Rm. 102

Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement
Press Release

Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement

Downtown janitors today unanimously ratified a new contract agreement with the companies that clean the vast majority of Milwaukee’s large-scale commercial office buildings.

Downtown janitors reach tentative agreement on new contract
Press Release

Downtown janitors reach tentative agreement on new contract

Milwaukee’s 500 downtown janitors, represented by Service Employees International Union - Local 1, on Tuesday evening reached a tentative agreement on a new 3-year contract with the companies that clean Milwaukee’s major commercial office buildings.

House Confidential: Barry Mandel’s Penthouse
House Confidential

Barry Mandel’s Penthouse

From his downtown penthouse, the Milwaukee real estate developer may have the best view in town.

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off Monday
Press Release

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week kicks off Monday

Monday marks the start of the 7th Annual Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, July 30 – August 3.

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee

Gallery Night at Urban Milwaukee

Celebrate the city you love at Urban Milwaukee: The Store tomorrow and Saturday.

Milwaukee Downtown names Steven Looft new Economic Development Director
Press Release

Milwaukee Downtown names Steven Looft new Economic Development Director

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 has hired Steven Looft as its first Economic Development Director.

County Threatened With Lakefront Lawsuit

County Threatened With Lakefront Lawsuit

County committee okays negotiations with The Couture developer, despite a casual threat of lawsuit.

Photo Gallery: Bastille Days 2012
Photo Gallery

Bastille Days 2012

Milwaukee's most popular French festival returned for another successful run this past weekend.

Mayor Barrett and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chu call for renewed Clean Energy Tax Credits as Milwaukee joins the Better Buildings Challenge
Downtown Milwaukee Farmers’ Markets

Downtown Milwaukee Farmers’ Markets

Milwaukee is blessed with not one, but two weekly farmers' markets that add to the vibrancy of downtown.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Amtrak Accidents and Customer Service
Eyes on Milwaukee

Amtrak Accidents and Customer Service

Also discussion of Downtown Dining Week, some development news, and new tv commercials from MCTS.

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