Lindsay Heights

Zilber Foundation Commits $3 Million in Funding to Support COVID-19 Response

First round of grants to support current grantees and immediate COVID-19 response efforts in Milwaukee and Hawaii.

City Housing Program Targets Emerging Developers

MERI 2.0 intended to create jobs, train developers and rehab tax-foreclosed homes.

Construction Underway on Second Phase of Wellness Commons

Project will bring investment, new office space to Lindsay Heights.

Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute launches first research projects

Zilber Family Foundation Announces $3.5 Million in Grants to Improve the Quality of Life in the Neighborhoods

City’s First Mass Timber Building Tops Off

Walker's Point project quietly making use of new building material.

5 Milwaukeeans to Be Thankful For

Milwaukee is a better -- and far more interesting place -- because of these five folks.

Journal Square Will Be Hundreds of Apartments

Plus: Packed week of affordable housing news, and Cheesehead expansion.

117-Year-Old School Getting Transformed

Developer will turn MPS school he once attended into 40-unit apartment complex.

What Surprised Me About Milwaukee

Writing a guide book about the city helped me see it fresh.

Walnut Way Moves forward on Development Project

With team in place, The Innovations and Wellness Commons broke ground this fall

Walnut Way wins Data You Can Use Competition

Data Grant Aims to Support Anti-Displacement Activities in Lindsay Heights

NBA Player Plans Downtown Apartments

Big week in real estate with Couture taxes, Strauss, Marchese, Airbnb, Scott Lurie and more making headlines.

Civic Accelerator Returning

Co:Lab pairs young professionals with business improvement districts to address problems.

Local Baker Wins Small Business Competition

Alan Goodman has been baking with family recipes since he was a teen, and his bakery just won $10,000 as the winner of Rev-Up MKE.

Chris Abele Donates $100,000 to Adams Garden Park As Challenge Grant to Close the Gap

Adams Garden Park is the latest endeavor for Larry and Sharon Adams, the retired Co-Founders of Walnut Way Conservation Corp., whose work was highlighted recently on the CBS Morning Show.

Milwaukee’s Newest Power Family

That would be developer Kalan Hayward, Sr. and young legislator Kalan Hayward II.

Blue Skies Expanding on North Avenue

Landscaping company started by Walnut Way buying three properties at 19th and North.

Zilber Family Foundation Announces $3.02 Million in Grants to Enhance the Wellbeing of Individuals, Families, and Neighborhoods in Milwaukee

Since 2008, the Foundation has invested more than $50 million in improving the quality of life in Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square, and Layton Boulevard West through the Zilber Neighborhood Initiative.

Entrepreneur Promotes Healthy, Tasty Food

Grassroots Wellness Milwaukee delivers meals to people with diabetes, heart disease, health issues.

The Couture Gets Financing Extension

Construction starts on Adams Garden Park, wellness center for King Drive.

State Gets $105 Million For Low-Income Projects

Federal New Markets Tax Credit awards spur economic development in low-income areas.

Groundswell Celebration for Adams Garden Park

May 23rd Celebration Marks the Start of Construction on the Adams Garden Park Redevelopment

Legacy Lofts Ribbon Cutting

Historic structure and new building are already full.

Thinking About America

Race, immigration and other issues explored in Lynden exhibit of Evelyn Patricia Terry.

Council Okays Subsidy for One MKE Plaza

Comptroller calls the deal a "significant risk" but council votes 12-3 in favor.

Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel

One MKE Plaza proposal for old Sears site on North Ave. gets first city approval.

Tour Milwaukee’s Eco Neighborhood

Online map highlights points of interest in blossoming Lindsay Heights area.

Milwaukee’s First Eco-Neighborhood

Community partners celebrate reinvigoration of Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

“Green-Ribbon” Status of the Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Grows with New Green Infrastructure, Solar Installations and Eco Tour Designation

Partners and Residents Celebrate the Neighborhood Improvements

Lindsay Heights Business Hires Area Residents

Blue Skies Landscaping, a social enterprise initiated by Walnut Way co-founder, has changed lives.

The Mystique of Urban Farms

Grohmann Museum’s photographic exhibit captures city’s urban farms of the past — and present.

Architectural Planner Helps Underserved Areas

Prof. Carolyn Esswein and Community Design Solutions help develop city neighborhoods.

The Legacy of Susan Lloyd

Retired Zilber Foundation leader oversaw $100 million investment in neighborhoods, still promotes social justice.

Episode 005 – Developer Juli Kaufmann

Milwaukee's quadruple bottom line real estate developer joins the show.

Zilber Initiative Helps Near South Side

Home ownership, retail corridors revived in Silver City, two other neighborhoods.

5 Citizens To Give Sincere Thanks

Our Thanksgiving class of 2018, five Milwaukeeans who've made this a better city.

Adams Garden Park Opening This Summer

Lindsay Heights development to include gardens and several environmental organizations.

How Three Women Developers Succeeded

They stress thinking differently about the community at MU panel moderated by Mike Gousha.

13 Catalytic Projects in Lindsay Heights

Most are completed, helping revive near north-side neighborhood.

How An Immigrants’ Son Changed the City

Joe Zilber’s philanthropy is improving poor neighborhoods on north and south side.

How Joe Zilber Changed Lindsay Heights

Zilber Initiative's funding leveraged $111 million investment in near North Side neighborhood.

Walnut Way Seeks Grass Roots Leaders

"Lead Where You Live" initiative seeks block captains, volunteers to improve neighborhood.

Lindsay Heights Mural Restored

Group of youth artists restore the “Caring Neighbors” mural first created in 2006.

Harvest Day Celebrates A Fruitful Community of Leaders

Harvest Day 2018: Lead from Where You Live

Safe & Sound Unveils Another Youth Mural

The community event was just the second of ten unveilings to take place in Milwaukee

Can Lindsay Heights Rebound?

Business improvement district looks to keep improving area near North and Fond du Lac avenues.

Black Arts Fest MKE Offers Variety

August 4 event will feature food, music, dance, art, storytelling, fashion, jewelry and more.

Legacy Lofts Rises in Lindsay Heights

Historic structure and new building will be joined to create 64 affordable apartments.

Coo Coo Cal Celebrates Milwaukee

Popular rapper’s song “Home” is filled with images from and love for his “home town.”

Zilber Family Foundation Executive Director Susan Lloyd to Step Down

Gina Stilp Named Executive Director as of July 5

Walnut Way Leader Pushes Economic Development

Antonio Butts foresees north side neighborhood becoming prime designation for black professionals.

Jane’s Walk Is All About Neighborhoods

Annual celebration of urban theorist Jane Jacobs offers 30 guided walks.

Evelyn Terry’s Gallery a “Little Gem”

Veteran Milwaukee artist turns home into gallery, seeks funding for renovations.

Jane’s Walk MKE inspires residents to explore in May

Jane’s Walk MKE is part of a worldwide movement of more than 200 cities hosting free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by urbanist and writer Jane Jacobs.

City to Host National Conference

Officials want to show off solutions to urban blight at Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference.

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation Announces 2018 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

From public nominations, a volunteer Selection Committee named 12 finalists in December, and winners were announced Thursday, March 15

Is the Downtown Apartment Boom Over?

Wangard hesitates over river-side apartment complex, while other projects push ahead.

Walnut Way Wins National Grant

For solar panels and green infrastructure in Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

The Blooming of Fondy Park

New park could create the city’s “premiere eco-tourism neighborhood.”

Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming

Cream City Hostel will open on border of Riverwest and Harambee.

Serving More Than 60,000 Youth

In 20 years, the Artists Working in Education program has had huge impact.

Zilber Family Foundation Announces $3.03 Million in Grants to Benefit Milwaukeeans

The grants support organizations working to address the causes and consequences of poverty.

5 Milwaukeeans To Be Thankful For

These five people are making Milwaukee a better place for all.

How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds

Conversion of old ice cream factory died many times before work could begin.

Second Thoughts on Brady Street Building

At meeting of neighborhood residents some push for a park, but idea doesn't carry the day.

Construction Starts on The Legacy Lofts

Project will redevelop former central city ice cream factory.

Program Funds “Pop-Up Shops” in Central City

LISC works with city, JP Morgan Chase to jump start businesses in three neighborhoods.

17th Year On 17th Street

Walnut Way’s annual Harvest Day street festival celebrates 17th “Golden Birthday.”

Black Cat Alley Premieres New Murals and Urban Garden for Doors Open Milwaukee 2017

One-Year Anniversary Celebrated with Two New Murals and Green Space

Michelle Kramer

"I live in Walker’s Point and love being able to bike or walk anywhere I need to go."

African American Business Group Plans Changes

Black chamber of commerce moving to North Side, building loan fund for small businesses.

Fondy Park’s Grand Opening September 16

Public-private venture creates inner city park next to Fondy Market where concerts can be held.

Help Project Rebuild Sherman Park

Sherman Phoenix would create vibrant public market with a dozen vendors.

Rising from the Ashes

The Sherman Phoenix Invests $2.5 Million in Neighborhood Hub for Black-Owned Businesses

Ice Cream Factory Will Become Apartments

Council okays 64 apartments in converted factory and new connected building on 15th and North.

Zilber Family Foundation Announces $2.19 Million in Grants to Benefit Milwaukeeans

The 27 grants support local efforts to meet basic needs and enhance personal safety, increase access to social and economic opportunity, and improve the quality of community life.

Residential Segregation Still A Problem

Other than Brown Deer and Glendale, suburbs are overwhelmingly white.

Ice Cream Factory Redevelopment Advances

64 apartments coming to W. North Ave. in Lindsay Heights.

500 New Community Gardens

All built in May by Victory Garden Initiative, bringing its total to 3,500.

Caitlin Cullen

"People here are friendlier than any place I’ve ever been."

Maanaan Nadeem Shakeel Sabir

"I live in the Lindsay Heights section of Milwaukee and I love it because it's a sponge of love. "

Forward Community Investments Welcomes New Regional Director for Southeast Wisconsin

Sarah Greenberg will be based in Milwaukee and will expand partnerships in Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha

Milwaukee County Parks Back-to-Back Winners at MANDI Awards

Johnsons Park Wins MANDI Award for Revitalization Efforts Spearheaded by Center for Resilient Cities, Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County Parks

Three Award Winning Projects

Lindsay Heights is a big winner at MANDI awards.

Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Recognizes 2017 winners at annual gala

More People to Grown Their Own Food

May 13th will launch nation’s largest garden-building event

City To Sell Land for Adams Garden Park

Former Walnut Way leaders moving forward on bold Lindsay Heights project.

An Oasis In Junk Food Land

North Side complex offers healthy food at Juice Kitchen, Outpost Foods, Fondy Food Center.

A Hard Look at U.S. Racial History

Thousands of lynchings, one in Milwaukee. Experts convene at local museum.

The Fall and Rise of Johnsons Park

Center for Resilient Cities helps revive one of state’s most neglected parks.

Walnut Way Fires Its Executive Director

Growing North Side non-profit fires Vernon after 6 months, acting director hired.

New Park Will Be Really Green

New Fondy 'storm-water park' will be sustainable, eco-friendly... and green.

City’s $1 House Program Criticized

Residents question why only developers can buy foreclosed homes for a dollar.

15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood

“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)

Housing Resource Fair Impacts Neighborhoods

Workshops, information help home owners with fix-ups and financing repairs.

More Mexican, New Bay View Brewer

Matador Taco will be near Bucks' arena; 1840 Brewing Company is farmhouse brewery.