“The Jackson Park neighborhood is a community of quiet streets and well-kept homes wrapped around the largest park on the city’s South Side. The setting is peaceful, almost pastoral in places, but the Jackson Park area offers more than quiet. Its character is an appealing blend of old and new. Placed squarely between the old South Side and the southwest suburbs, it shares the atmospheres of both. And its homes, bridging a gap between pre- and post-World War II development, make Jackson Park one of the most diverse architectural districts in Milwaukee.”~ Author Unknown.
Jackson Park is bordered by W. Lincoln Ave. to the north, W. Morgan Ave. to the south, W. 35th St. to the east, and S. 51st St. to the west.
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Green Baked Goods Closing Walker’s Point Cafe
The business will continue online and at special events.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Parks Starting Demolition of Pools, Buildings This Year
Parks will bulldoze assets it can't afford to maintain.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wilson Park’s Concrete Channels Targeted for Removal
If county approves, MMSD flood management plan would transform park.
Dec 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Shuttered Hales Corner Pool Needs $600,000 in Repairs
After testing pool, Parks finds long list of problems needing repair.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Unusual Partnership Leads To New Amenities in Jackson Park
Flood plain project yields new space for pickleball.
Nov 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Committee Waters Down Proposed ‘Granny Flat’ Plan
Result: The sponsors of proposal have now become the opponents.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Delays Legalizing Carriage Houses
How the sponsors of accessory dwelling units sabotaged their own proposal.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MMSD Project Will Reduce Flooding in Jackson Park
Effort to re-naturalize the Kinnickinnic River and remove concrete channels moves west.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Two Road-to-Trail Projects Funded in 2025
$10 million for two small projects within county parks approved.
Nov 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Hails Success of City’s Traffic Calming Efforts
Big decreases in speeding on modified streets. But still more work to do.
Aug 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Department Joins Pickleball Mania
Free, outdoor pickleball comes to the county parks system.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Two Road-to-Trail Projects Are Finally Moving To Construction
Parks system will replace two parkway segments with trails in bid to expand access, reduce maintenance.
Jun 23rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
2024 Guide to Farmers Markets in Milwaukee
All located in the city, offering fresh foods, entertainment and community this summer.
Jun 8th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Parks Removed One Acre of Concrete in 2023
Parks system making strides in effort to reduce the cost-burden of pavement.
May 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
July 3rd Fireworks Canceled
Without a sponsor, annual event is called off by Milwaukee County.
May 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Finds Support for Tosa Road-To-Trail Project
A section of Underwood Creek Parkway would become mixed-use trail.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Backs Less Road-To-Trail Conversion in Jackson Park
Board backs area supervisors' proposal that costs more money.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates For City Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Committee Backs Jackson Park Trail ‘Compromise’
Parks committee backs plan to downsize trail conversion along Jackson Park Drive.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Area Supervisors Want Less Road-To-Trail Conversion In Jackson Park
'The trail will be wonderful for everybody else,' but not nearby residents, supervisor says.
Feb 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Will County Ever Be Able to Afford Parks System?
New Wisconsin Policy Forum report looks at potential tools and agreements to pay for park maintenance.
Feb 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project
Parks department wants portion of Jackson Park Drive with no driveways converted to trail.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Could Underwood Creek Parkway Become A Trail?
Parkway has been closed since 2020 due to interstate construction.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Construction of Road-to-Trail Projects Planned for 2024
Redundant streets would be made into trails. Public meetings next week.
Nov 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
City Seeks Input on How to Grow Milwaukee
Here's how you can provide it.
Sep 11th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski
Three candidates now seeking to replace outgoing alderman.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat
Freshman supervisor will not seek re-election to the Milwaukee County Board.
Aug 29th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Knights Gourmet Popcorn Adding Cafe Space
The Jackson Park popcorn store and micro-roastery will soon expand with a new coffee bar.
Aug 11th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Independence Day Parades Snake Through Milwaukee
No shortage of smiles, nor candy, as community groups host Fourth of July events.
Jul 4th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
“Active Streets” Serves As Road-to-Trail Test Runs
Milwaukee County Parks closing sections of Little Menomonee and Lincoln Creek parkways.
Jun 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Think Tank Studying Ways to Finance Parks Maintenance
Massive backlog of county parks infrastructure projects requires creative solutions.
May 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
2023 Guide to Farmers Markets in Milwaukee
All located in the city, offering fresh foods, entertainment and community this summer.
May 24th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Parks for People or Pavement?
Parks department wants to reduce the paved footprint in Milwaukee County.
May 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Lincoln Creek Road-to-Trail Project Beginning
Parks department will convert roadway to bicycle and pedestrian trail.
Apr 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance
Some residents oppose plan to convert roadway to pedestrian-bike trail along KK River Parkway.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Jackson Park Boathouse To Become Open-Air Pavilion
Boathouse being redesigned as part of MMSD stormwater project in the park.
Jan 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Opening Weekend for State Fair
Plus: Bronzeville Week, Black Arts Fest MKE, Brewtown Rumble and more.
Aug 4th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Kentucky Derby Parties Abound
Plus, a sidewalk-chalk art festival, Cinco de Mayo family festival, Gallery Night at Gathering Place and more.
May 5th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
County Board District 12 Election Preview
Four candidates, with no incumbent, running for south-side county supervisor seat. Here are their views.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Three Candidates for Board’s New Hispanic Districts
Incumbents unopposed in most districts but a majority Hispanic district will be contested.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
KK River Oak Leaf Expansion Planned
Bike trail would run between S. 27th St. and S. 16th St. on the south side of the river.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Hike for History in Washington Park
Plus, Sprecher Fest, Tosa Makers Market, sunset canoeing and Fourth of July festivities.
Jul 2nd, 2021 by Michael Holloway
MMSD Deconstructing Former We Energies Building For Flood Abatement Project
Jackson Park will also see changes as part of multi-year effort.
Jun 17th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Lifeguard Shortage Closes County Pools
Bradford beach will go without guards and only four pools are opening.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
City Resuming Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Wednesday
Milwaukee also using more community clinics to make vaccinations more convenient.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Is Wrong on I-94 Expansion
The proposal doesn't learn from history and contradicts the approach of Biden, Buttigieg.
Mar 16th, 2021 by John Norquist
Did You Like the “Active Streets” Program?
Take a survey from the City of Milwaukee and help guide future efforts.
Nov 18th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
COVID-19 Survivors Talk About Recovery
It takes time. And family and friends can help.
Oct 21st, 2020 by Sam Woods
“Active Streets” Through Humboldt Park Scaled Back
Reconfiguration doesn't provide increased access to many amenities cited by the county, but does provide shortcut for motorists.
Jul 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
South Side Tailor Now Makes Masks
Blest by Campuzano offers good craftsmanship and soft yet snug-fitting ear straps.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Juan Miguel Martinez
Milwaukee Opens Its Active Streets
Custer, Fratney and Washington reconfigured for pedestrians and cyclists over motor vehicles.
May 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Pools Closed for 2020 Season
Many wading pools and splash pads will remain open.
May 22nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Council Committee Blesses Active Streets
And wants more. "Why seven miles? Why not do 70 miles?" asks alderman.
May 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Active Streets Program Needs Volunteers
Live near one of the closed streets? Help keep track of how it's going.
May 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
“Active Streets” Will Close City Streets, Parkways In Favor of Pedestrians, Cyclists
This campaign aims to create more public space in Milwaukee, closing off parkways and some city streets to traffic.
May 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
What It’s Like to Have COVID-19
Three Milwaukeeans talk about their experience with the disease.
Apr 16th, 2020 by Sam Woods
Common Council Candidates
Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Will Cut Down 900 of Its Ash Trees
Federal grant funds replacement of trees ravaged by Emerald Ash Borer.
Mar 12th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Police To Lease Two Buildings During DNC
Locations well outside Downtown for "security-related purposes" during convention.
Feb 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Races
Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Circuit Court Candidates
Three candidates competing for judgeship.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates
Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part 1 of two-part story.
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
Reckless Drivers Think ‘It’s a Game’
City residents talk about the rise in reckless driving.
Nov 17th, 2019 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Donovan Won’t Run for Re-Election
Fightin' Bob is walking away. Zamarripa and Bielinski likely to run for council seat.
Mar 10th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
11 Upgrades to Layton Boulevard West
Catalytic projects for homes, parks, retail corridors are changing neighborhood.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
New Patisserie For Walker’s Point
Plus: new south side Pita Palace and new Peruvian food truck, Triciclo Peru.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Zach Komassa
Guide to Milwaukee Farmers’ Markets
24 farmers' markets, all conveniently located within Milwaukee County.
May 8th, 2017 by Michael Holloway
A Slumlord’s Modest Cape Cod
Mohammad Choudhry has 46 properties, 3,000 code violations and this house.
Feb 23rd, 2017 by Michael Horne
County Faces Issues When Replacing Bridges
Past decisions on bridges created "adverse impacts."
Aug 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
$1 Beers Every Weekday at McKiernan’s
A classic South Side bar with cheap macro-brews, yet with Guinness and Smithwick’s.
Oct 16th, 2015 by Joey Grihalva
The 37 Neighborhoods of Milwaukee
Local historian John Gurda's new book has a message: Geography matters.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Race for Dudzik’s Seat Could Get Heated
Will anti-streetcar group get involved? And did Journal Sentinel exaggerate the number of candidates?
Jun 4th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Sen.Carpenter’s Rather Dull Duplex
His sided, south side home, in suburban-like Jackson Park, is a veritable pillar of middle-class respectability.
Jun 15th, 2014 by Michael Horne
How to Crush Milwaukee
Ending the residency requirement will deal a devastating blow to Milwaukee’s property tax base.
Feb 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
