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Solomon Juneau Statue, Late 1880s
At the time it dominated the view, before changes in Juneau Park and on the lakefront.
May 5th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Leif Erikson at the Lakefront, About 1910
Not long after Solomon Juneau's statue was erected, a knockoff of a Boston-made sculpture of Leif Erikson was erected in the lakefront park.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Renaissance on S. 2nd Street
Three five-story apartment buildings are planned for 2nd and Washington. Credit goes to the planned streetcar and design modifications to narrow the street.
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons: “The Big Pour” a Big Success
Construction crews worked around the clock Friday and Saturday, March 27-28.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
The Mackie Building’s Major Renovation
135-year-old building will be beautified and renovated to create 26 apartments, and a proposal for a modernistic "Mackie Building South" could connect to it.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Michael Horne
MIAD Students Could Be Future Stars
School's increasing emphasis on designs with immediate commercial applications yields interesting results at spring Gallery Night.
Apr 20th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Robertson-Ryan & Associates Renews Lease at the Plaza East Office Center
RFP Commercial Recent Lease Transaction
Apr 17th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
NM’s 27-Hour Concrete Pour
Photos and a time-lapse video of the project that poured 10,000 cubic yards of concrete for what will become the state's biggest building.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Brewers Line Begins Service on Opening Day
Getting to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers has never been easier with the MCTS Brewers Line getting you straight to the game.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
Korb Tredo Architects Principals to Pursue New Opportunities
Jeff Tredo, co-founder of the award-winning firm, is departing with his core clients and design team to pursue other opportunities in the greater Milwaukee area.
Apr 1st, 2015 by Korb Tredo Architects
A Short History of Milwaukee’s Old Streetcar System
The city once had a dense system with 20 routes that helped change the city. Why did it die and what is its legacy?
Mar 31st, 2015 by Ken Smith
More Delays in Lakefront Development
County board's contradictory proposals on O'Donnell Park and court case affecting The Couture continue to stall potential development.
Mar 30th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Dan Sievers
"Milwaukee’s walkability is really a great asset for those of us that live downtown."
Mar 30th, 2015 by Newaukee
One more streetcar route change threatens Bastille Days, Jazz in the Park
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan March 30, 2015
Mar 30th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Don’t Sell O’Donnell Park
The proposed plan is being sold as a chance to simply get bids from buyers, but it's really about selling our heritage to private developers.
Mar 24th, 2015 by John Lunz
Water Hub Will Add New Office Building
Water Tech One, an 80,000-square-foot, four-story office building, will be the first constructed in the Global Water Technology Park.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Dave Reid
A good cop, and a bad Fire and Police Commission decision
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan March 24, 2015
Mar 24th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
In Defense of Historic Tax Credits
National Trust for Historic Preservation's leader comes to town, where her speech to a crowd filled with notables dramatized the need for state to maintain the current credits.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee County Unveils Street Sign for Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Wetzel
Wetzel was a door gunner for the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company when his helicopter was shot down in Vietnam on January 8, 1968.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons Preparing for 27-Hour Concrete Foundation Pour
Mar. 27 and 28 around-the-clock pour features 10,000 cubic yards of concrete, 250 construction workers, 50 cement trucks, 1,000 trips
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
833 East Building Making Progress
Despite some serious problems that arose, construction of the $102 million, 18-story office building on East Michigan is proceeding, as our photos show.
Mar 20th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Davis Sets, Cancels Meeting on Streetcar
His claim on streetcar turns out to be false. Meanwhile, new city assessor appointed with little fanfare.
Mar 17th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Summer Starts Today as Bublr Bikes Come out of Winter Hibernation, Ready for Riding
Bublr 2015 Bike-‐Sharing Season Starts Today With New and Cheaper Rates
Mar 16th, 2015 by Bublr Bikes
The Northwestern Mutual Tower Begins
NM is laying the structure for huge, 32-floor complex that will be largest building in the state.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Bublr Bikes Returns
Second season of bike-sharing program aims for simpler pricing and four times as many bikes and stations.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Downtown, south side Local Business Action Team public sessions on tap
The public forum on Friday, March 13 will be at 9 a.m. in room 301-B at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.
Mar 11th, 2015 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
City of Milwaukee Career Fair is Thursday
“City service encompasses a vast array of jobs and careers, and this event provides a prime chance to discuss opportunities with representatives from several city departments.”
Mar 11th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons creates more jobs for city residents
We’re proud to partner with Benson Industries on this important phase of our project.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
Brandon Tschacher
"Milwaukee when it’s at its best is as fun of a place to socialize and play as any place I’ve ever been."
Mar 9th, 2015 by Newaukee
Mass Transit in Milwaukee County
"As County Supervisor, one of my top priorities will be securing the vital funding needed to aid the expansion of the streetcar system throughout the county."
Mar 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Supreme Moore Omokunde
Anti-Streetcar Petition Drive Fails
Streetcar opponents failed to get enough signatures in 60 days; now say they’ll relaunch drive in May.
Mar 5th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Will Bicycle Race Expand to Bay View?
Tour of America's Dairyland hopes to expand there. And a national benefits program for bicyclists expands to Milwaukee.
Mar 5th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Ritz Holman Renews Lease at the Plaza East Office Center
RFP Commercial Recent Lease Transactions
Mar 4th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
Joe Davis Announces Plan for NBA Arena
Actually, it wasn't really a plan. But it was a press conference.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Fire Department, 1912
A fleet of GM Cartercars at the downtown Engine House One, located on Broadway since 1872.
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Northwestern Mutual Could Demolish a City Block
Will entire city block be used to build 1,000 car parking garage? And will The Couture dispute ever get settled?
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee a Leader in City Center Job Growth
So says a recent study. But is the data more than a passing fad?
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Kiva Comes to Town
Global micro-loan program for small businesses expands to Milwaukee, and city fund will match its loans.
Feb 27th, 2015 by Andrew McCann
Water and Knapp
It’s almost an empty wasteland. It can’t get worse, but how much can it improve?
Feb 26th, 2015 by Rachel Quednau
Chapman’s Biggest Department Store
The third Chapman's store was built in 1885 and would remain in business nearly a century.
Feb 24th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Walker’s Budget Reduces Historic Tax Credits
Tighter guidelines for credits and less total funding could hurt development in Milwaukee.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Andrew McCann
Inside T.A. Chapman’s, 1873
Chapman's, the city's first department store for upscale buyers, was the last word in elegance for Milwaukee.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Huge Growth for Brady and Water
Three different developments will add 740 apartments and tremendous urban density to the area.
Feb 16th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Streetcar Signing Is Quite a Celebration
The mayor, business leaders and pols toasted the streetcar in Cudahy's Irish Pub, with Michael Cudahy on hand.
Feb 13th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Walker’s Point on the Rise
South 2nd St. is booming and redevelopment on National Ave. may follow a similar pattern.
Feb 9th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee Business Leaders Announce Support for Streetcar
CEOs join other civic and non-profit leaders in urging Common Council to invest in Milwaukee’s future
Feb 9th, 2015 by Press Release
A Tale of Two Cities
Milwaukee could learn from Auckland, which created a separate, non-profit authority to run the streetcar system.
Feb 5th, 2015 by Tim Jorgenson
Magical Thinking Transforms Parking Garage
How artist Reginald Baylor and others re-styled a longtime eyesore, the Milwaukee Athletic Club's parking garage.
Feb 5th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee’s Riverwalk Vs. San Antonio’s
In many ways, this city’s Riverwalk is superior. Part III of a series.
Feb 4th, 2015 by David Holmes
Will Streetcar Help The Inner City?
Opponents say it won’t. Let’s examine the data.
Feb 4th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
New Plan to Sell O’Donnell Park Is A Mistake
Proposed resolution would allow county to sell O’Donnell Park for redevelopment by any private developer.
Feb 3rd, 2015 by John Lunz and Laurie Muench
Mayor Barrett Responds to Alderman Donovan’s Transit Option
Mayor Barrett released the following statement in regard to Alderman Donovan’s transit option press release today
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Tom Barrett
Chapman’s Second Store, 1870s
Located on E. Wisconsin and Milwaukee St., it was the city's premier department store, easily withstanding the Panic of 1873.
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Announces Support for Streetcar Alternative
Calls Ald. Donovan’s Alternative Transit Plan a “Logical Option”
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Moving Milwaukee Forward is a smarter, greener, faster and cheaper transit option for our future
“Similar on-demand transit operations are used in Europe, and I believe they are the cutting-edge way of the future.”
Feb 3rd, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Koch Agenda Wants No Federal Funds for Walking, Biking, Transit
All federal transportation dollars should go for auto transportation, Koch-funded groups demand. They've also opposed streetcars in cities like Milwaukee.
Jan 31st, 2015 by Angie Schmitt
City Attorney Says Streetcar Petitions Might be Moot
Legal opinion says Common Council approval of streetcar in July 2011 might make petition drive demanding a referendum irrelevant.
Jan 30th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Streetcar not desired
Portland’s streetcar numbers inflated, so what can we expect in Milwaukee?
Jan 28th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
T. A. Chapman Late 1860s
Long before Gimbel's and Boston Store, T.A. Chapman was the city's department store. This is its first location.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Ald. Bauman Responds to ATU Local 998’s Anti-streetcar Letter
Letter to ATU Local 998 was released to the media by Alderman Robert Bauman.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Local transit union opposes Milwaukee streetcar plans
Alderman Davis, a leader in the opposition to the streetcar proposal, welcomed the letter from the transit union.
Jan 27th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Millennials And The Streetcar
Will it attract young professionals?
Jan 27th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
A Week of Ground-Breaking News
Announcement of Johnson Controls' 50-story lakefront tower is week's biggest development.
Jan 26th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Genius@Work® Offers New Co-Working Space For Milwaukee’s Growing Entrepreneur Base
Membership-based co-working space will provide modern amenities for individuals and groups
Jan 26th, 2015 by Press Release
Why I Support the Streetcar
Not moving forward will send a wrong message to all those looking to invest in Milwaukee, a city businessman argues.
Jan 26th, 2015 by Russell Rossetto
Seeing beyond the streetcar: Just one part of strategy to create opportunities
Statement of Alderman Ashanti Hamilton January 23, 2015
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Truth lies in the middle of Milwaukee Streetcar debate
Statement from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy January 21, 2015
Jan 21st, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Northwestern Mutual joined by five dozen Milwaukee and Wisconsin-based companies for downtown development
Group includes more than three dozen small business enterprises to help company meet hiring promises
Jan 21st, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
Prominent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
Open Letter in Support of The Milwaukee Streetcar
Jan 20th, 2015 by Press Release
More Protected Bike Lanes and Greenways Needed
2015 agenda by Bike Federation will push city for these and other improvements.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Four New Bus Routes Start Sunday
MCTS will include three more express lines, offering better service for high-demand routes.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Is Milwaukee the Leading Freshwater City?
Perhaps no American city provides more access to its rivers and lake shore. First of a series.
Jan 15th, 2015 by David Holmes
Why the Streetcar Won’t Work
The planned route will duplicate bus routes and won’t solve any of the city’s needs.
Jan 14th, 2015 by Samuel Jensen
Wolcott & Gregg Sewing Machine Store
Located on E. Wisconsin near what is now the Iron Block building, the store offered an item that was greatly desired.
Jan 14th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
O’Donnell Task Force Proposal: Months Late and Millions Short
Supervisor Alexander is Critical of Duplicative Task Force Proposal
Jan 13th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
BBC Lighting Leases Space on W. Saint Paul Avenue
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions
Jan 12th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
DearMKE to Partner With Urban Milwaukee: The Store for January Gallery Night
Next weekend local artists will be showing off Milwaukee photographs alongside the DearMKE films at Urban Milwaukee: The Store, 755 N. Milwaukee St.
Jan 8th, 2015 by VISIT Milwaukee
The Wheeler & Wilson Emporium, 1870s
The company manufactured sewing machines, and this was the interior of its Downtown store.
Jan 6th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
The Great Storm of 1871
The city got buried in snow in 1871 and a well-known photographer was there to record it.
Dec 30th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Letter of Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
"I strongly support efforts to improve public transportation options, improve mobility, and create economic development in Milwaukee through the creation of a modern downtown street car."
Dec 23rd, 2014 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
