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Oscar’s Is a Classic South Side Pub
A century old, just below 16th St. Viaduct, known for its hamburgers and reasonably priced micro beers.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Last Days of Melms Brewery, 1869
It would be taken over by the Pabst Brewery, soon to become a manufacturing colossus.
Oct 6th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
The Remarkable Rise of Rishi Tea
The Milwaukee company sells in all 50 states with exports to 100 countries. And it's still growing.
Oct 5th, 2015 by Graham Kilmer
Countdown is on to the Wisconsin Craft Beer Festival
The festival will feature about 50 craft breweries, both national and Wisconsin-based.
Sep 30th, 2015 by Press Release
MillerCoors Celebrates 160 Years
Event attendees celebrate "Miller Time" with a lager from 1855.
Sep 24th, 2015 by Michael Holloway
Inside the Materials Recovery Facility
Regional recycling helps Milwaukee and Waukesha recover waste. Our photos capture the process.
Sep 24th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
Milwaukee’s Grand Avenue
For much of the twentieth century, Wisconsin Avenue was the entertainment and retail center of the city.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Carl Baehr
BBC Lighting
Since the 1970s, the little-noticed store has been a top local supplier of home and business lighting.
Sep 17th, 2015 by Tyler Krueger
The Curious History of St. Paul Avenue
It was once Detroit and Fowler Streets, and before that was under water.
Sep 3rd, 2015 by Carl Baehr
Rare Steakhouse Coming Soon
Milwaukee also adds City Lights Brewery and Ian's Pizza is on the move.
Aug 12th, 2015 by Jon Richie
Gun Issue Highlights Potawatomi Charity
Potawatomi touts new charity program, and Barrett laments killing of kids.
Jul 29th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Lohmann & Rauscher opening North American Headquarters in Milwaukee on June 27th
On June 27th, Lohmann & Rauscher (L&R) will open its new North American headquarters at 3880 West Wheelhouse Road in Milwaukee.
Jun 26th, 2015 by Press Release
Student sculpture garden combines science, art
A celebration and unveiling, with presentations from students and teachers, will take place on Thursday, May 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at Greenfield Bilingual School, 1711 S. 35th St.
May 15th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
How to Grow a Non-Profit
In 16 years as head of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, Charlotte John-Gomez grew its budget from $70,000 to more than $1 million.
May 15th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino’s Hotel Attains LEED® Gold Certification
From the time ground was broken, priority was placed on sustainability efforts.
May 6th, 2015 by Potawatomi Casino Hotel
Rail and state officials to testify during committee discussion of Bakken crude oil
News release from Alderman Robert Bauman
Apr 28th, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
New Outdoor Cafe for Public Market?
Plus, a new parking plan for the Pritzlaff Building and a huge increase in wedding bookings at the Pritzlaff. All were revealed at Third Ward ARB meeting.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
A City of Theaters
Since the 19th century’s German language playhouses, the city has built and renovated countless facilities for theater.
Apr 19th, 2015 by Christopher Hillard
MANDI Awards Given at Gala Affair
More than 800 nonprofit, corporate and public-sector leaders attended event at Potawatomi Hotel.
Apr 17th, 2015 by Sharon McGowan
Mr. Milwaukee Tour Guide
You might say Adam Carr is Milwaukier Than Thou. He’s the perfect tour guide for YP Week.
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Andrew McCann
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
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
Donors give a lasting legacy to Milwaukee Community
Menomonee Valley – From the Ground Up campaign completed
Mar 12th, 2015 by Menomonee Valley Partners
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
Big Dreams for Menomonee Valley
Second redevelopment plan for area envisions Riverwalk and food and beverage manufacturing district.
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
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
Milwaukee’s Extraordinary Freshwater Future
A huge number of redevelopment and environmental projects will further reshape and improve the city’s waterfront lands.
Feb 20th, 2015 by David Holmes
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
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
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
Will Streetcar Help The Inner City?
Opponents say it won’t. Let’s examine the data.
Feb 4th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
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
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
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.
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
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
Representative Zepnick’s comments about local business way off base
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan January 21, 2015
Jan 21st, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
BBC Lighting Leases Space on W. Saint Paul Avenue
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions
Jan 12th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
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
How Brutalism Changed the City
From grain elevators to art centers to university buildings, the impact of this bold 20th Century style can be seen in Milwaukee.
Dec 15th, 2014 by Christopher Hillard
Mayor looking to shut down public vote on downtown streetcar
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 8, 2014
Dec 8th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
From the Potawatomi Hotel
From the 20th floor, a magnificent view of the city and its central valley, once grimly industrial and now turning ever more green.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Brian Jacobson
Menomonee Valley Partners announces Corey Zetts as its new Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Menomonee Valley Partners, Inc. has announced the appointment of Corey Zetts as its Executive Director.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Menomonee Valley Partners
National-International Urban Agriculture & Small Farm Conference: Continues to ‘Grow the Good Food Revolution’
Will Allen and Michael Pollan, two from TIME’s list of 100 most Influential people (2010) will discuss “Building a Fair Food Economy to Grow Healthy People” to kick off the conference.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Growing Power
The Land of Brownfields
The 30th St. Corridor can’t succeed unless the contaminated land is healed. The process is already underway. Fifth story of a series.
Oct 9th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
Can Milwaukee Repeat the Menomonee Valley’s Success?
Public Policy Forum highlights seven keys to the success of the Menomonee Valley.
Sep 24th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
14th Annual Milwaukee River Challenge
MSOE's rowing crew wins the Men's Open 8+.
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Heather Meuret
Hundreds March for Professional Soccer in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Soccer Development Group draws a large crowd as they attempt to bring an outdoor soccer team to Milwaukee.
Sep 22nd, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
A Conversation with Michael Pollan & Will Allen
Tickets on sale now for this once in a lifetime event!
Sep 15th, 2014 by Press Release
Only 50 of 600 Laid-Off Cargill Workers Find Work with Company
550 former Cargill employees are left searching in biggest Milwaukee layoff since Kohl's Grocery closing.
Sep 12th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Long Live the Polish Moon Ride!
A great turnout, a beautiful foggy night, and fun polka and Mexican music -- the ride was a big success and will surely grow in coming years.
Aug 29th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Is Milwaukee One of the World’s Greenest Cities?
So says OnEarth magazine. Is it right?
Aug 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
South Side Hit Hard by Cargill Closing
Valley beef harvest facility employed 600 workers, many from South Side.
Aug 3rd, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Expanded Bike Trails Coming
Bay View will be connected to Downtown and Oak Leaf trail will extend from Estabrook Park all the way to Ozaukee Interurban Trail!
Jul 18th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
A Tale of Two Cities
New city report reveals huge split between Milwaukee’s desperate poverty and wonderful amenities, neighborhoods. What are its solutions?
Jul 15th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Build NBA Arena Next to Potawatomi Casino
City could create TIF district in valley on little-used land, state assemblyman proposes.
Jul 11th, 2014 by Josh Zepnick
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino Officially CHanges Name; Now Accepting Reservations
Hotel Scheduled to Open August 18
Jul 1st, 2014 by Potawatomi Casino Hotel
Plotting The Menomonee Valley’s Future
Hundreds gathered to build on the remarkable transformation of the last 15 years.
Jun 29th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
The Legacy of Phil Van Valkenberg
His creation of the Fat Tire Tour and the state's first bicycling guides led the way to our growing local bike culture.
Jun 20th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Winners & Great Photos of 2014 Mayor’s Design Awards
From the new Pizza Man to Radio Milwaukee to Junior House Lofts, the winners span many styles and neighborhoods. Photo Galleries of every winning design.
May 21st, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Melissa Hendrickson
"There are so many restaurants and bars that there’s something to fit your every mood."
May 19th, 2014 by Newaukee
State PSC Gives Huge Giveaway to Businesses
Electric ratepayers in one-half of the state will subsidize downtown Milwaukee businesses.
May 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Coming to Milwaukee
Rishi Tea, Lakefront Brewery and Solaris are all building new facilities in the ever-growing Menomonee Valley.
May 2nd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
3.75 Tons of Unused Medicine Collected
7,500 pounds of unused medication is slated for destruction, keeping it off the streets and out of waterways following a medicine collection at the Mitchell Park Domes on April 26, 2014.
Apr 29th, 2014 by Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
Stone Quarry in Menomonee Valley, 1880s
Wisconsin was a leading state for quarries. This one was where Miller Park is now located.
Apr 29th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
18-Story Potawatomi Hotel Nears Completion
The 261 foot high, 371,000 square foot, $150 million hotel will be smoke-free in all rooms.
Apr 21st, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Heart of New Milwaukee
The Menomonee Valley's renaissance personifies how Milwaukee is becoming a new city -- without losing its roots.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Why the Bucks Arena is Downtown — And Will Stay There
If not for an obnoxiously insistent mayor, the Bradley Center would have been built in the Menomonee Valley.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The March To Stop Violence
Rain didn't stop last weekend's march across the 16th Viaduct.
Apr 17th, 2014 by Karen Slattery
Menomonee Valley Rail Industry
By the early 1880s, railroads and the rail industry were well-established in the valley. Part 2 of a series.
Apr 16th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Why the Art Museum Addition Must Not Be Built
This could be the biggest architectural mistake Milwaukee has ever made.
Apr 10th, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
Menomonee Valley, Early 1880s
Developed well after the Milwaukee River, the Menomonee was still a good place to walk through nature.
Apr 8th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Historic Preservation Goes Crazy
Bigger state tax credits have tripled applications for historic preservation projects, which is great news for Milwaukee.
Mar 28th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
The Resistible Rise of Public Art
More and more of it is scattered about the city. But how much of it does anyone actually like?
Mar 21st, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
