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Gokhman’s Transit-Oriented Apartments
Walker's Point project is another example of new, transit-friendly apartments.
May 6th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Water Street Is Old Indian Trail
The first street built ran crooked, with gambling houses and other dens of vice.
May 6th, 2016 by Carl Baehr
Inside the MKE Lofts
Historic downtown building transformed from vacant offices to 105 stunning apartments
May 5th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Coffee Coffee, More Coffee
Valentine Coffee will have second location. And Milwaukee Coffee Peddlers opens.
May 3rd, 2016 by Alex Baker
Prime Leather Project Is a Huge One
Four buildings with more than 30,000 square feet will be renovated on S. 2nd St.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Michael Horne
Best Friendz Klubhouse Is All About Cocktails
It’s also one of 25 venues that host an Arte Para Todos show this weekend.
Apr 21st, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
Two Mystery Restaurants Opening
One in Third Ward, one in Delafield, but the names are yet to be revealed.
Apr 19th, 2016 by Alex Baker
Freshwater Plaza Rises
Walker's Point finally gets a grocery store, plus more apartments, and surface parking galore.
Apr 8th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Antler House Plays Ungulate Music
Finally, some moody indie rock for humans and hoofed mammals.
Mar 31st, 2016 by Dylan Deprey
Walker’s Landing Reshaping Beerline
Third Ward style, Walker's Point name and Riverwest location, with 133 apartments.
Mar 11th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
New Seafood Restaurant for Downtown
And new Middle Eastern restaurant for the East Side.
Mar 9th, 2016 by Alex Baker
Jefferson Street Became Asphalt Showcase
Charles Pfister spent his own money to pave the street abutting his hotel in the new style.
Mar 4th, 2016 by Carl Baehr
New Middle Eastern and Sushi Restaurants
RuYi Sushi opens, Hello Falafel coming to Bay View, new Fuel Cafe in Walker's Point.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Alex Baker
Moore Backs Barrett, Brostoff Slams Abele
And One Wisconsin Now celebrates 10 years of bashing Republicans.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Kovac Raises Money for Reelection
Politicians, city officials and other notables chow down on food from Glorioso's.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Mandel Starts Third Ward Apartments
DoMUS, a six-story, 132-unit apartment complex, is on one of area's last riverfront lots.
Feb 1st, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
National Avenue’s House of Artists
Including current owner Tom Bamberger and former tenants like painter Carri Skoczek.
Jan 30th, 2016 by Michael Horne
How Elizabeth St. Became National Ave.
Its name was changed in 1870s but many still used the old name for decades.
Jan 29th, 2016 by Carl Baehr
Fat Daddy’s Is All About Beach Volleyball
Once an odd little South Side bar, now very serious about all the games it offers.
Jan 27th, 2016 by Michael Horne
How “Doors Open” Became a Success
58% of last year's attendees went to neighborhoods they'd never seen.
Jan 27th, 2016 by Karen Slattery
Three Cheers for Merriment Social
$2 off taps and wines, plus dim sum food carts (usually) with great snacks. Sweet.
Jan 21st, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
Inside the Brix Apartments
Rehabbed, century-old Walker's Point candy factory now a cool apartment complex.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Black Sheep Is For Wine Lovers
They specialize in boutique, small production wines. Plus beers, ciders, mixed drinks.
Jan 14th, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
Chez Jacques, French and Reasonably Priced
Since 2001, it’s offered moderately-priced, bistro-style food and wine.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Maybe Karl Kopp Was Right
I criticized him for letting a historic building rot, but he’d planned a stunning replacement.
Jan 7th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
5 Wangard Projects to Watch For in 2016
A big year for the developer and proof the city's development momentum hasn't slowed.
Jan 7th, 2016 by Dave Reid
2015 in Review
Talk about a building boom: We covered more than 25 projects, almost all including apartments.
Jan 1st, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Movida a Great Choice for Spanish Food
Wonderful food, great desserts, very dim lighting. But be careful about the Iberian ham.
Dec 22nd, 2015 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Evan Hughes
"As a whole in Milwaukee, we are genuine and not judgmental."
Dec 21st, 2015 by Newaukee
Digital Iris Is a Labor of Love
The small Milwaukee company creates cutting-edge technology for the video game industry.
Dec 14th, 2015 by Graham Kilmer
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
UCC Finally Makes Pledged Payment to County
Group had promised to pay $20,000 for improvements in Walker Square playground.
Nov 10th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
City Accepts $14 Million Federal Streetcar Grant
City wins TIGER grant after "a brutal competition" where demand for transit dollars greatly exceeded the sums appropriated.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Future of Walker Square?
New DCD plan calls for bike lanes, greenery, diverse tenants on National Avenue.
Oct 26th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
O’Lydia’s Has 99-Year History
The atmospheric, old-style tavern still has the original floor, tin ceiling and back bar.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Zak’s Makes Sure You’re Never Hangry
Cozy Walker’s Point cafe offers hearty food in a warm, wood-toned atmosphere.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
The First Beer Baron
1860s photo features the Menomonee Brewery and owner Charles Melms' Italianate home.
Sep 29th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
United Community Center to Fulfill Promise
UCC begins process of making good on $20,000 pledge to Milwaukee County Parks
Sep 25th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Restoration Hardware to Third Ward?
Architectural Review Board creates confusion. Plus: New beats for Journal Sentinel reporters.
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Bryant’s Old Fashioned Charm
Venerated south side cocktail lounge will be open early for the 5th Annual Doors Open Milwaukee.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Joey Grihalva
Taxi Parking to Urban Living
Deregulating taxicabs will pour at least $172,000 into government coffers annually.
Sep 11th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Horny Goat’s Year-Round Outdoor Fun
Their riverside Hideaway has an enclosed and heated bar that stays open through the winter.
Sep 11th, 2015 by Joey Grihalva
The National Is Really International
A sweet space, fun menu and great breakfasts and lunches.
Aug 24th, 2015 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
The History of Plankinton Avenue
Once West Water St., it’s pretty short but long on history.
Aug 17th, 2015 by Carl Baehr
Sara Daleiden
"I adore the history of and ongoing investment in public space in this city."
Aug 16th, 2015 by Newaukee
Walker’s Point Apartments Begin To Rise
The first of three new apartment buildings is under construction in Walker's Point.
Aug 14th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Art, Baseball and Civil Rights
Arts @ Large exhibit explores history of civil rights and baseball.
Aug 12th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
New Restaurant, New Bar in Walker’s Point
Merriment Social and Camino will add still more food and drink to a hot neighborhood.
Aug 4th, 2015 by Jon Richie
The History of Juneau Avenue
Once Division and Chestnut streets, it was consolidated into a tribute to city’s founder.
Jul 29th, 2015 by Carl Baehr
The Return of River Horse?
New bar coming to Riverwest. New empanadas place opens on Brady.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Jon Richie
Walker’s Landing Takes Shape
It might be misnamed, but it's rising along the river, as our photos show.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
A City of Beer and Festivals
Beer festivals include Sprecher's 30th anniversary. And Water Street Brewery opens fourth location.
Jul 21st, 2015 by Jon Richie
Locations of Next 35 Bike Stations Announced
New Bublr stations will blanket East Side with other locations in 12 neighborhoods. Here is complete list.
Jul 21st, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Buckley’s Getting Much Bigger
Cass Street restaurant tripling in size in response to new apartments, condos and Northwestern Mutual tower.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Jon Richie
Why Bucks’ Entertainment District May Fail
Across the country these mega-projects have hurt cities with generic development that banishes local charm.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Teens Learn Work Skills at Cafe @ Large
Local teens hone business and barista skills at Cafe @ Large
Jun 29th, 2015 by Madeline Kennedy
Wisconsin Avenue Bridge, About 1880
The wooden bridge would be replaced by a new iron one two years later. It is turned to allow boats to pass on the Milwaukee River.
Jun 23rd, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
The Horse Barn’s Final Days?
The huge facility on E. National has housed the police horses and downtown carriage horses, but is now heavy with debt and unpaid taxes.
Jun 19th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Summerfest Rock ‘n’ Sole Run
Thousands ran through drizzling rain and fog. Our photos capture the action, from the lakefront and city streets to the summit of Hoan Bridge.
Jun 15th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
2015 Pride Parade
The Pride Parade was once again the place to be in early June.
Jun 10th, 2015 by Dave Reid
City Approves “Water Tech Two” Development
A second new building will be built in Reed Street Yards, the city's water-centric office park in Walker's Point.
Jun 9th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
342 More Apartments Approved
New projects approved for Water Street and East Side. Plus, a 120-unit complex coming to Walker's Point would increase total to 462 apartments.
Jun 9th, 2015 by Dave Reid
A Weekend of Gay Pride
Pridefest gets all the attention, but the Pride Parade is a true slice of Milwaukee that draws a very diverse crowd.
Jun 5th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The City’s Illegal Entertainers
Until recently, Radio Milwaukee held live events with no city permit. Colectivo's live entertainment offerings at its Prospect Ave. location are still illegal.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
View of Milwaukee,1856
This engraving offers remarkable detail about the quickly growing city just ten years after its incorporation.
May 26th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Mayor’s Design Awards
The 2015 Mayor's Design Awards recognized projects big and small from across the city.
May 22nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Amanda Hall
"I love this city and I don’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon."
May 18th, 2015 by Newaukee
20 Years of Making Communities Healthier
Community HealthCorps volunteers work at 200 sites in 17 states, including on Milwaukee's South Side.
May 7th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Polish Moon Ride Returns!
A big success in its inaugural ride last year, the night-time event returns this summer, and could sell out soon.
Apr 24th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
George’s Pub Features Singing Bartender
George is 82, sings like Johnny Cash, and takes no guff. Nor do his customers, many retired cops who probably still carry guns.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
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
Why Businesses Are Moving To The City
Many are moving from suburbs to Downtown and Walker's Point, seeking younger workers.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
How To Become An Entrepreneur
Panel at The Commons offers advice, encouragement, and anecdotes.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Lakefront Looking North, 1880s
Oh, what a view Juneau Park offered back then.
Apr 14th, 2015 by Jeff Beutner
Mexican Consulate Will Open in Milwaukee
The 51st such consulate in U.S. will serve city's growing Mexican population.
Apr 12th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
The Boom in Walker’s Point
A new project on South Water St. continues the pace of development.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Zad’s Is a Relic of Old Milwaukee
Working-class bar with more than a century of history still opens at 6 a.m. You can feel the ghosts of its rooming-house era.
Apr 1st, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Transportation Circus
Story and photos on Tuesday's celebration of transit in Milwaukee.
Apr 1st, 2015 by Grace Fuhr
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
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
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
The First 100 Years of City Homes
From the 1840s until World War II, Milwaukee built an interesting variety of homes, many still standing.
Feb 25th, 2015 by Christopher Hillard
Maggie Bryde
"In five years, I’d like to think that I wouldn’t have to convince people how great this city is – it will just be undeniable."
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Newaukee
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
Jobs Program Struggles to Find Eligible Workers
City transitional jobs program for hard-core unemployed still has half of its positions unfilled.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
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
New Arena Plan & Pabst Brewing Returns
Will legislature pass new arena plan? Will city and county have to contribute? Will Pabst brew here again?
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Millennials And The Streetcar
Will it attract young professionals?
Jan 27th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
South Side Organizing Committee Has New Director
Tammy Rivera replaces Steve Fendt, who was dismissed by board after 22 years of service.
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Streetcar Backers Say They Have the Votes
Aldermen Witkowski and Perez now favor it, and touted plan to extend the line into their south-side districts.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Will Replace Paul Jakubovich?
Ald. Bauman is pushing for prompt action to replace the longtime historic preservation head, who died last month.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Michael Horne
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
Program Helps Train Urban Business Owners
Small Business Administration's "street-wise" MBA trains people to run their own businesses.
Jan 15th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
Milwaukee’s Miraculous Water Hub
Almost overnight, the city has become an international leader in water technology, says the national media. Are they right?
Jan 6th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Landing Coming to Commerce Street
The $19.5 million, 133-unit apartment complex along the river will fill in one of the last developable pieces of land on the Beerline.
Dec 12th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Santa Cycle Rampage Goes National
Milwaukee had as many as 1,000 cycling Santas, and cities like Boston, Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis also had rampages.
Dec 12th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Committee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar
Mayor offers historic address to council committee on streetcar and it gains their approval. Only one person speaks in opposition.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Maurice Thomas
"I believe we can change the life outcomes for students in our community..."
Dec 1st, 2014 by Newaukee
Will Red Lion Roar on Water Street?
Proposed British pub would replace Brocach. Approval seems likely, despite some worries about noise from the patio.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
