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Vote Tuesday: Smiter Challenges Sup. Martin in District 7
Vote Tuesday

Smiter Challenges Sup. Martin in District 7

Four-term incumbent faces challenge by second-time political candidate. And the issues?

‘Teen Takeovers’ at Bayshore Mall and Moody Park Worry Officials

‘Teen Takeovers’ at Bayshore Mall and Moody Park Worry Officials

Teen brawls and violence. 'We cannot normalize this.'

Despite Objection, Milwaukee Approves Laser Scanning Requirement

Despite Objection, Milwaukee Approves Laser Scanning Requirement

Demolishing a historic building will now require an additional step.

City of Milwaukee, Common Ground File Lawsuits, Launch Campaign Against Out-of-State Landlord

City of Milwaukee, Common Ground File Lawsuits, Launch Campaign Against Out-of-State Landlord

Highgrove Holdings owns more than 200 properties in city.

City Unveils Plan to Curb Grocery Store Closures

City Unveils Plan to Curb Grocery Store Closures

Grant program would help cover costs; proposed ordinance aims to attract new stores.

Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts

Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts

Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.

Silver Spring Sentry is Closing

Silver Spring Sentry is Closing

Latest in a string of grocery closings in the city, worsening food deserts.

Sherman Park Grocery Issues Call for Help

Sherman Park Grocery Issues Call for Help

Grocery store located in a food desert asks for community support.

University Project Maps Milwaukee County’s History of Racial Covenants

University Project Maps Milwaukee County’s History of Racial Covenants

The history "disrupts the notion that Jim Crow only happened in the South," says one of the authors.

MKE County: Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?
MKE County

Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?

County faces extremely tight budget in 2026, zoo project a big ticket item.

Baldwin Blasts Trump’s ‘Chaotic’ Tariffs in Milwaukee

Baldwin Blasts Trump’s ‘Chaotic’ Tariffs in Milwaukee

Meets with area business owners who say uncertainty hurts businesses, families.

Grand Openings: New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in July
Grand Openings

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in July

New wine, juice bars among new businesses now open.

Subsidies Will Advance Three Developments Along King Drive

Subsidies Will Advance Three Developments Along King Drive

Plus: Funding for a statue and more streetscaping, traffic safety projects.

New Restaurant Opens on Fond du Lac Avenue

New Restaurant Opens on Fond du Lac Avenue

Rise Kitchen currently serves burgers and fries, with plans to grow menu.

Illegal Fireworks Linked to Rising Number of Milwaukee Fires

Illegal Fireworks Linked to Rising Number of Milwaukee Fires

Seven fireworks-related fires on July 4th, mostly on north side of city.

Republican Legislators Push Tax Credits for Films Made in Wisconsin

Republican Legislators Push Tax Credits for Films Made in Wisconsin

Republican leaders had removed similar item from Evers' budget.

Survey Finds Alarming Number of Milwaukee Homes Need Major Repairs

Survey Finds Alarming Number of Milwaukee Homes Need Major Repairs

And one type of property owner is overwhelmingly responsible.

Grand Openings: New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in March
Grand Openings

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in March

New cocktail lounge, Mexican restaurant, Middle Eastern-inspired cafe and more.

Brower Defeats Bauman In Race To Replace Brostoff

Brower Defeats Bauman In Race To Replace Brostoff

The nonpartisan Milwaukee Common Council now has a self-described socialist joining its ranks.

Legislature Pauses To Remember Jonathan Brostoff

Legislature Pauses To Remember Jonathan Brostoff

But will it act on proposal to add waiting periods to gun purchases?

Brower, Bauman Advance From 8-Way Race to Replace Brostoff

Brower, Bauman Advance From 8-Way Race to Replace Brostoff

Alexander Kostal narrowly finishes third.

Daniel Bauman Enters Race to Replace Brostoff With Major Endorsements

Daniel Bauman Enters Race to Replace Brostoff With Major Endorsements

Bauman announces campaign with endorsements of Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Diana Vang Brostoff.

Entertainment: Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee Comes To Baird Center
Entertainment

Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee Comes To Baird Center

Event relocates from Red Arrow Park. Plus: Much more across the city.

Plea Agreement Reached On Long-Pending Sherman Park Unrest Charges Involving Vaun Mayes

Plea Agreement Reached On Long-Pending Sherman Park Unrest Charges Involving Vaun Mayes

Mayes pleads guilty to one charge, prosecutors to recommend no jail time.

MKE County: County Pulls Funding For Upstart Kitchen
MKE County

County Pulls Funding For Upstart Kitchen

Project funded with federal stimulus dollars never moved forward. Funds used to close 2024 budget gap.

Op Ed: Capitol One’s $265 Billion Community Benefits Plan Could Be Game Changer
Op Ed

Capitol One’s $265 Billion Community Benefits Plan Could Be Game Changer

Plan linked to Capital One's proposed acquisition of Discover is why I support the merger.

Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes

Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes

Safety-focused overhaul will come to two-mile stretch in heart of city.

Mayor Hails Success of City’s Traffic Calming Efforts

Mayor Hails Success of City’s Traffic Calming Efforts

Big decreases in speeding on modified streets. But still more work to do.

Events Will Explore African Culture and Cuisine

Events Will Explore African Culture and Cuisine

Including workshops, chef competition and cultural event at Milwaukee Athletic Club.

City Awards $100K in Fresh Food Grants

City Awards $100K in Fresh Food Grants

Fresh Food Access Fund grants for 7 groups include a sober living center, food pantry and hydroponic farm.

City Approves Hampton Avenue Tavern

City Approves Hampton Avenue Tavern

Common Council unanimously approves license for Excluzive Bar N Lounge in Wahl Park neighborhood.

Op Ed: Milwaukee Needs New Kind of School Board
Op Ed

Milwaukee Needs New Kind of School Board

Higher pay and city-wide elections on high-turnout election days would strengthen board.

New Seafood and Wings Restaurant For Busy Northside Intersection

New Seafood and Wings Restaurant For Busy Northside Intersection

Touch Down Wings & Seafood plans to open in the former KFC at the intersection of Fond du Lac Avenue, N. 35th and W. Burleigh streets.

UWM Students Gather Community Stories For International Exhibition on Inequality

UWM Students Gather Community Stories For International Exhibition on Inequality

‘Climates of Inequality’ exhibit includes voices from Milwaukee’s north-side residents.

Soul Food Tour Highlights Area Restaurants

Soul Food Tour Highlights Area Restaurants

A dozen will participate in 2024 tour, offering $10 lunch specials all through May.

MKE County: Sherman Park Revitalization Project Begins
MKE County

Sherman Park Revitalization Project Begins

$2.5 million project includes more than a dozen planned improvements to the park.

City Hall: New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
City Hall

New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History

The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.

City Hall: Council Bids Farewell To Alders Murphy, Borkowski and Rainey
City Hall

Council Bids Farewell To Alders Murphy, Borkowski and Rainey

Trio leaves, but not before singing, doing impersonations and issuing a challenge.

DiAndre Jackson Will Replace Rainey on Common Council

DiAndre Jackson Will Replace Rainey on Common Council

Jackson defeats Jessica Currie for open council seat.

New Cafe in Sherman Park Will Include Gathering Space

New Cafe in Sherman Park Will Include Gathering Space

Lux 6 Off the Ave to offer coffee, pastries and sandwiches, and a welcoming event space.

MKE County: County Getting $4 Million Federal Funding for Transit, Parks
MKE County

County Getting $4 Million Federal Funding for Transit, Parks

Return of federal earmarks, advocacy by Rep. Moore and Sen. Baldwin delivers for county.

Sherman Park Grocery Store Hosting Gift Card Giveaway

Sherman Park Grocery Store Hosting Gift Card Giveaway

Thanks to $25,000 grant from FHLBank of Chicago. The store has also used the funds to install new equipment, expand inventory.

MKE County: Sherman Park Construction Will Begin This Spring
MKE County

Sherman Park Construction Will Begin This Spring

A new splash pad, bike loop and pathways will be constructed.

Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey

Jackson, Currie Advance In Race To Replace Khalif Rainey

Four-way primary saw every candidate get at least 21% of vote.

MKE County: Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor
MKE County

Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor

He has served for 17 years as DA, overseeing turbulent times in city's history.

The Herb Kohl Way

The Herb Kohl Way

"Living a life full of good deeds and service.' Hundreds gathered to honor US Senator and Bucks owner.

City Hall: Milwaukee Seeks RNC Police HQ, Mobile Command Post
City Hall

Milwaukee Seeks RNC Police HQ, Mobile Command Post

Thousands of officers will guard convention, with additional hub needed to deploy them.

Transportation: 10 Most Popular MCTS Routes in 2023
Transportation

10 Most Popular MCTS Routes in 2023

Top route had 7,300 rides per day. Future BRT corridors rank among most popular.

Herb Kohl Passes Away

Herb Kohl Passes Away

Former U.S. Sen. Kohl, 88, also a philanthropist, businessman and longtime Bucks owner, dies after brief illness.

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Alderman Khalif Rainey Won’t Run For Reelection

Council member since 2016, five candidates are already vying to replace him.

City Seeks Grants to Build Bike Lanes on 2nd, Center, Sherman and Lisbon

City Seeks Grants to Build Bike Lanes on 2nd, Center, Sherman and Lisbon

Part of mayor's proposal to build 50 miles of protected bike lanes by 2026.

The Return of Sherman Park Harvest Fest

The Return of Sherman Park Harvest Fest

2nd annual festival on Oct 28 connects community and county government, with free food and entertainment.

Vegan Restaurant Opening at Sherman Phoenix

Vegan Restaurant Opening at Sherman Phoenix

Planted Vibes is set to begin its soft opening on Oct. 17.

MKE County: Supervisors Considering Faster Body Camera Release For Sheriff’s Office
MKE County

Supervisors Considering Faster Body Camera Release For Sheriff’s Office

But supervisors do not have authority to set policy for Sheriff.

Common Ground Expands Campaign Against City Housing Authority

Common Ground Expands Campaign Against City Housing Authority

Coalition demands HUD investigation into rent payment issues. HACM defends itself.

MKE County: County Executive Hosting Parks ‘Celebrity Softball Game’
MKE County

County Executive Hosting Parks ‘Celebrity Softball Game’

Teams include local journalists, artists, business owners, activists, politicians and community leaders.

Federal Trial Hears Charge of ‘Unlawful’ Arrest in 2016 by Milwaukee Police

Federal Trial Hears Charge of ‘Unlawful’ Arrest in 2016 by Milwaukee Police

Lawsuit charges ACLU legal observer and (then) state Rep. Brostoff wrongfully arrested.

Survey Finds Many City Houses Need Repairs

Survey Finds Many City Houses Need Repairs

Estimates total investment needed across 15 neighborhoods is $54 million.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Picks KG Development Partnership To Build New King Drive Apartments
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Picks KG Development Partnership To Build New King Drive Apartments

Affordable development includes three commercial tenants, would replace vacant funeral home.

New Data Traces Milwaukee’s Long Foreclosure Crisis

New Data Traces Milwaukee’s Long Foreclosure Crisis

Citywide, 14% of all houses suffered at least one foreclosure from 2007 to 2016.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Common Ground, MPS Celebrate New Washington High School Athletic Complex
Eyes on Milwaukee

Common Ground, MPS Celebrate New Washington High School Athletic Complex

New playfield and track have been eight years in the making.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Two Competing Apartment Buildings Proposed For King Drive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Two Competing Apartment Buildings Proposed For King Drive

City-owned property would become multi-story building with some 65 apartments.

MKE County: Board Approves Harley Park Deal
MKE County

Board Approves Harley Park Deal

Plus: County board approves Juvenile Justice Center redevelopment, Sherman Park projects and settlement for opioid lawsuit.

MKE County: Supervisors Back Sherman Park Overhaul
MKE County

Supervisors Back Sherman Park Overhaul

Funding for Sherman Park improvements approved by powerful Committee on Finance.

Infinity Lounge Can Stay Open Pending Lawsuit

Infinity Lounge Can Stay Open Pending Lawsuit

Court issues temporary injunction for tavern and hookah lounge on 40th and Fond du Lac.

Common Ground Bashes City’s Housing Authority

Common Ground Bashes City’s Housing Authority

Citing 'slumlord behavior,' launches Tenants United campaign, demands changes.

Council Slaps Infinity Lounge With 60-Day Suspension

Council Slaps Infinity Lounge With 60-Day Suspension

Complaints of noise, violence, litter and alleged strippers plague Sherman Park bar.

Chastity Washington Is a Top Milwaukee Comic

Chastity Washington Is a Top Milwaukee Comic

She’s appeared on TV and worked across the country. 'I never see her do poorly. Ever.'

MKE County: Parks’ Former Barn Youth Hostel Could Be Redeveloped
MKE County

Parks’ Former Barn Youth Hostel Could Be Redeveloped

Seeking developer for barn and residential building on site located on Root River Parkway.

Drone Flights by Sheriff’s Office Declined in 2022

Drone Flights by Sheriff’s Office Declined in 2022

Drone flights tracking protestors in 2021 were criticized. Big decline since then.

MKE County: Upstart Kitchen Seeks Funding for Expansion
MKE County

Upstart Kitchen Seeks Funding for Expansion

Food service incubator has provided thousands of meals for homeless, and wants to expand.

MKE County: Sherman Park Could Get $2.2 Million Overhaul
MKE County

Sherman Park Could Get $2.2 Million Overhaul

Partnership of county and Boys & Girls Club would rehab park, add new amenities.

Transportation: City Will Rebuild Sherman Boulevard, Plans Traffic Calming Improvements
Transportation

City Will Rebuild Sherman Boulevard, Plans Traffic Calming Improvements

Four-lane road, site of many crashes, could be narrowed or reconfigured.

Early Voting Push Underway For Spring Primary

Early Voting Push Underway For Spring Primary

Early voting runs through Saturday.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Proposal to Fund Housing Project
MKE County

Crowley Signs Proposal to Fund Housing Project

$11 million project will sell houses to owner occupants rather than predatory landlords.

City Hall: More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats
City Hall

More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats

North side voters will find packed primaries on Feb. 21.

MKE County: Brewers Donates Scoreboards to Parks
MKE County

Brewers Donates Scoreboards to Parks

Brewers Foundation and U.S. Cellular donate $44,000 for new scoreboards in Lincoln and Sherman parks.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A New Plan To Save Schlitz Tied House
Eyes on Milwaukee

A New Plan To Save Schlitz Tied House

Historic Preservation Commission loves proposal to redevelop 1890 Riverwest property into food park.

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Substance abuse contributing to 147% rise since 2018.

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Lt. Governor who lost US Senate race thanks supporters in speech at Sherman Phoenix.

Niche Book Bar Will Pop Up at Sherman Phoenix

Niche Book Bar Will Pop Up at Sherman Phoenix

The in-progress bookstore with focus on black authors will sell books at two holiday events.

Transportation: Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects
Transportation

Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects

New curb bump-outs and other interventions aim to reduce reckless driving.

City Effort to Stop Reckless Driving Hits State Roadblocks

City Effort to Stop Reckless Driving Hits State Roadblocks

Roads like Fond du Lac Ave. or Capitol Dr. are 'state highways', limiting design changes.

Milwaukee Eighth in Nation for Vehicle Thefts

Milwaukee Eighth in Nation for Vehicle Thefts

Two years ago Milwaukee was 66th.

Eyes on Milwaukee: 66 Developers Bid To Rehab City’s Vacant Homes
Eyes on Milwaukee

66 Developers Bid To Rehab City’s Vacant Homes

'Unprecedented response' of 66 submissions, with 15 selected to rehab 150 homes.

How to Get a Landlord to Make Repairs

How to Get a Landlord to Make Repairs

Best procedure to follow and local resources to help you.

Murphy’s Law: The Little Urban Group That Could
Murphy’s Law

The Little Urban Group That Could

Urban Anthropology, Inc. has become a go-to organization for Milwaukee ethnic history

Here’s Where to Find or Donate School Supplies

Here’s Where to Find or Donate School Supplies

More than a dozen events this month offering free or reduced cost school supplies.

Ascension Wisconsin Program Supports Fathers

Ascension Wisconsin Program Supports Fathers

Part of program to reduce infant mortality. 'Fathers have a lot to do with the health of their children.’

Sheriff Has a Busy Drone Unit

Sheriff Has a Busy Drone Unit

While county faces massive budget deficit, sheriff has 8-man unit doing surveillance of peaceful protests.

Sherman Park Grocery Opens

Sherman Park Grocery Opens

Owner plans a holistic approach to community wellbeing, starting with access to fresh, healthy food,

Organizations Increasing Investment in Minority-Led Businesses

Organizations Increasing Investment in Minority-Led Businesses

Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Northwestern Mutual invested millions in minority-led businesses in Milwaukee.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Million-Dollar Childcare Center Filling Vacant School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Million-Dollar Childcare Center Filling Vacant School

Tashawana Green opening new facility in Sherman Park with backing of Northwest Side CDC.

Op Ed: City Making Progress on Reckless Driving
Op Ed

City Making Progress on Reckless Driving

Mayor Johnson providing leadership. But more needs to be done.

Entertainment: Summerfest Is Here!
Entertainment

Summerfest Is Here!

Plus: Greek Fest, Shakespeare in the Park, Tour of America's Dairyland, World Naked Bike Ride and more.

Transportation: Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths
Transportation

Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths

City, led by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, adopts "Vision Zero" policy

Happy Days-Themed Bar Planned For Sherman Phoenix

Happy Days-Themed Bar Planned For Sherman Phoenix

Happy Days Day Bar would occupy loft space overlooking food vendors.

414Life Plans New Initiative To Disrupt Violence This Summer

414Life Plans New Initiative To Disrupt Violence This Summer

Project will train residents, provide resources and programming in seven neighborhoods.

MKE County: Lifeguard Shortage Limits Pool Openings Again
MKE County

Lifeguard Shortage Limits Pool Openings Again

No lifeguards at beaches in 2022, limited pool openings.

Milwaukee On Pace For Record Homicides

Milwaukee On Pace For Record Homicides

81 homicide victims in county so far this year, up from 65 at this point in 2021.

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