Walker’s Point

Small Change Coffee Shop Opening Next Week

Bay View salon expanding with public-facing cafe serving coffee, tea, pastries.

Architecture Firm Moving to Milwaukee

Influential firm TKWA will relocate from Cedarburg.

TKWA Moving Office

Bars and Restaurants Announce Closures, Shortened Hours Due To Cold

Several closures planned as wind chills are anticipated to reach -40.

More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone

The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.

Milwaukee Nabs 4 James Beard Nominations

Chefs and restaurants in Bay View, Walker's Point, scored semifinalist slots.

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2026 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

Draft & Co. Opens Downtown

The long-awaited bar and grill is open for business at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.

Art, Bulls and Goblins

Winter Gallery Night, PBR Unleash the Beast, the Goblin King Masquerade and more.

117 New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in Milwaukee in 2025

The variety, passion and fun on display make the city more exciting.

5 Festive Milwaukee Pop-Ups

Visit these decked-out bars before the holiday season ends.

Former Stack’d Becoming Mexican Restaurant

Restaurateur continuing family tradition on 1st Street.

Packers Foundation Awards More Than $1.5 Million in Annual Grants

More than $3.5 million awarded through Packers Foundation grants in 2025

Holiday Drone Show Saturday Night

Plus: Plenty of indoor events to celebrate the holidays.

The National Cafe is Closed

Walker's Point business is latest casualty amid a difficult time for independent restaurants.

New Restaurant For Silver City

La Chinampa will expand its footprint—and menu—in the former Shalom space.

A Different Bookstore For Walker’s Point

Tabletop Bookshelf, specializing in indie role-playing games, plans brick-and-mortar location.

Indeed Previews Black Friday Beer Release

C.R.E.A.M., now available for preorder, evokes apple pie a la mode.

National Pop-Ups Returning to Milwaukee Bars

Sippin' Santa and Miracle on 2nd St open later this month with festive drinks and decor.

Jewelry Store Moving to Bay View

After months of delays, Cival getting closer to launching new KK Ave. location.

Popular Drag Venue Could Return

Well-known bar and grill could open in Walker's Point, help revive faltering Milwaukee scene.

Five Halloween Pop-Ups Offering Frights, Flights and Food

Milwaukee businesses are really getting into the Halloween spirit.

Hot Spell Sauna Spending Winter in McKinley Marina

Nordic-style sauna business reopens for winter in new location.

See Inside New Downtown Tavern

Your Office opens Wednesday with fun decor, drinks and all-day food menu.

Entrepreneur-Focused Cafe Is Closing

BizStarts Community Market's last day is Nov. 22, but organization will continue.

No More Tea Parties, Comedy Club Moving Downtown

The Laughing Tap setting up shop in George Watts building.

A Boo-eautiful Weekend Awaits

Halloween is two weeks away, but Halloween events start now.

Fall Gallery Night MKE is tomorrow (Oct. 17) and Saturday (Oct. 18)

Milwaukee Has Its First ‘Innovation District’

City aims to cut red tape while Wantable Cafe leader seeks to create tech cluster.

Council Adopts Legislation Creating Milwaukee’s first Innovation Distric

Baristas Battle Private Equity In Unionization Effort

After a unanimous vote to unionize, Anodyne workers allege FairWave is “weaponizing” the NLRB appeals process.

Henricksen Relocates Milwaukee Headquarters to Historic Eagleknit Building

MobCraft Hosting Grand Reopening Party

Weekend-long celebration includes cribbage tournament, guests brews and free yoga class.

From Crosswalks to City Hall – Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Calls on City Leaders to Paint Equity Into Budget

Rainbow Crosswalk Shines as Center Pushes for Lasting LGBTQ+ Investment

New Rainbow Crosswalks Mark Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ History

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project leads installation.

Cannabis Lounge Opens in Walker’s Point

Canna Bloom Farmacy offers flower, extracts, edibles and infused beverages in a social setting.

Anodyne Refusing to Bargain With Workers’ Union

After election win, Anodyne workers demand ownership group come to bargaining table.

Midwest SAD Opens in Walker’s Point

Bakery's second location now serving baked goods, coffee, beer and more on 6th Street.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in September

Six new additions include Vietnamese eatery, seafood spot and two breweries.

Creation of Milwaukee’s first Innovation District approved at Committee

WI Tech Month 2025: The Future is Built Here

Celebrating Five Years of Innovation, Community, and Growth

Milwaukee Launches First Innovation District in Walker’s Point

Public-private partnership between City leadership and community innovators aims to drive inclusive growth and new opportunities

Iron Horse Legal Dispute Ends With Lender Taking Over

Hotel continues to operate, now with new owner.

Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Mayoral Proclamation

To Hell & Back Vintage Announces New Walkers Point Location

MobCraft Beer is Back in Business

Less than a year after closure, brewery has reopened under new ownership.

Fall Gallery Night MKE Returns October 17 & 18

Bay View Bash Takes Over KK

Plus: A slow roll bike ride, Puerto Rican festival and Bean Plant Block Party.

Ald. Coggs to receive Create Wisconsin’s Creative Community Champion Award

Alderwoman will also participate in key panel discussion on arts

Developer Buys Large Site Near Airport

Property once housed Milwaukee's second-largest hotel.

Council Pleased With City’s Response To 1,000-Year Storm

But two key issues still need to be addressed.

Catrina Cafe Will Expand In Bay View

Bar and restaurant opened its flagship last year in Walker's Point.

Gallery Presents Life-Sized Dioramas

Magic Box and Brother’s Studio will immerse you in art, live music and much more.

Two Different Parties on National Avenue This Weekend

Steny's turns 40 and Silver City Fest celebrates westside neighborhood.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in August

Nine new additions include a taqueria, 80s-themed bar and halal restaurant.

Popular Food Truck Eyes Permanent Location

From vacant storefront to pancake heaven.

Downtown Bridge Closures to Watch Out For

Two bridges connecting Downtown to surrounding neighborhoods will be closed for up to two months.

Hidden By A Freeway, A Skatepark Grows

The National DIY Skatepark started out as an illegal project in Walker's Point.

Ben Tyjeski – “Birds and Blooms” at Grove Gallery

Downtown Dog Park Opens

23,000-square-foot park is first of its kind, part of larger riverwalk redevelopment.

Shorewood Feast – 6 Years to Celebrate

Three Walker’s Point Businesses Celebrating Anniversaries

Station 1846 is turning one, while neighbors celebrate larger milestones.

Legendary Dive Bar Owner Dies

Art Guenther ran his namesake tavern for 45 years.

Puerto Rican Tapas Bar Planned For National Avenue

Zocalo mobile vendors plan brick-and-mortar expansion a few blocks to the west.

Latin-Inspired Tavern Opens in Walker’s Point

Banderas, featuring street food, soccer and agave-based spirits, will host grand opening Aug. 15-17

Steny’s Tavern Celebrates 40 Years with Massive Anniversary Block Party

Developer Plans Large Project On Bay View, Harbor District Border

Former Vilter Manufacturing site could house more than 500.

City of Milwaukee approves rainbow crosswalks for Walker’s Point

Jeremy Novy designs honor history, heritage, and belonging

Youth Council Celebrates Success, Seeks New Members

City empowers teens to allocate substantial funding to nonprofits.

Former Promises Building For Sale

Historic Walker's Point tavern priced at $895,000.

Bar Owner Shut Down for Guns, Drugs and Chickens Loses Again

The Sky Bar must go; has same owner as troubled tavern previously shut by city.

Bastille Days Storms Into Milwaukee

But don't miss the first Riverwest Blueberry Fest.

Developer Working On Second 6th Street Renovation Project

New apartments planned for woodworking shop.

Statement on Mylar balloon-caused power outage

Meet Milwaukee’s Flag Task Force

Will the council agree with its rankings?

History Project launches three initiatives to amplify LGBTQ voice and visibility

Pride Month may be over, but the real work has just begun

New Coffee Shop Opens in Bay View

Italian-inspired cafe replaces Interval. Grand opening celebration set for July 1.

Iron Horse Hotel Faces Sheriff’s Auction

Judgment awarded by court in multi-year foreclosure case.

Tootsie’s Tea Moving to Near West Side

The small-batch tea shop is looking to consolidate operations, launch retail space.