Walker’s Point

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.

Milwaukee Nonprofits Invited to Apply for $45k Reach Grant

Additional one-time funding also available for high-impact projects

Design Your Weekend: Summer Gallery Night MKE Returns July 18-19

Common Council to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month at meeting on June 3

Council members, employees to march in Pride Parade on Sunday

New Downtown Bar Promises ‘Best Sandwiches’ and ‘Dive Bar Prices’

Bar owners share their vision for replacing a downtown mainstay.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in April

More than 15 new places include a pizzeria, smoothie bar and 3 coffee shops.

City Park To Be Named For La Causa Founder

'Clementina Castro Park' will honor civil rights pioneer.

History Project shatters winter fundraising goals

Statewide call to action generates $10,000 for local LGBTQ history

Walker’s Point Association Neighborhood 2025 Spring Clean Up!

Film Festival Headlines Busy Weekend

Take part in the river cleanup before you chow down on popcorn and cheer on the Bucks.

Yemeni Cafe Opens in Harbor District

Azal coffee serves unique lattes, teas and snacks at Freshwater Plaza.

DCD Unveils Subsidy Guidelines For Workforce Housing

Guidelines issued after contentious meeting where council, developer blasted administration.

Latin-Inspired Tavern For Walker’s Point

Banderas, serving agave-based spirits and tropical cocktails, plans summer opening.

Survey Finds Alarming Number of Milwaukee Homes Need Major Repairs

And one type of property owner is overwhelmingly responsible.

Three-Way Standoff on Workforce Housing in Milwaukee

Council, administration, developers seek solution between low-income and luxury.

Pick Where Future Bublr Bikes Docks Should Go As Part of Massive Expansion

Hundreds of new bikes and docks will expand utility, reach of bike-sharing system.

New Cafe Opens in Walker’s Point

Style Pop Cafe launches its brick-and-mortar location inside the Element apartment building.

East National Flats Begin To Climb

Apartment building rising at busy southside intersection.

Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Wine Bar

After 16-month wait, Cork Wine Bar welcomes its first customers.

Fuel Cafe is Permanently Closed

The biker-themed bar and restaurant in Walker's Point abruptly closed Sunday.

Midwest SAD Finds Permanent Home in Walker’s Point

New location, with expanded menu, is set to open in May.

Camino Owner Expands With West Allis Wine Bar

Plus: New Hmong restaurant, Burmese food for Bay View, latest James Beard nominees.

6 Milwaukee Chefs, 2 Bars Earn James Beard Nominations

Chefs from Amilinda, Birch, Odd Duck and EsterEv all made the 2025 list.

No More Promises. It’s Closed

Part punk bar, part Packers pub -- and now, part of Milwaukee history.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in December

Two dessert shops, Thai restaurant and Milwaukee's sole dedicated omakase restaurant join the local food scene.

Mijim Comes to Milwaukee

Plus: Farewell to Victor's, Conway's and Bay Street Pub.

City Advancing Street Reconfiguration Projects In Historic Third Ward

Plus: New plaza to be named for Gary Grunau.

Growing Personal Injury Law Firm Opening New Third Ward Office

Nicolet Law, famed for its 'get the beard' ads, is taking over two-story space.

New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in November

8 new places opened in town, including Mexican eatery, coffee shop and Bark Bar.

Lost Valley Cider Co. Is Closed

After eight years the Walker's Point cider bar shuts down.

Cocaine, Chickens Lead to Closing Southside Tavern

Common Council votes unanimously to close El Cielo Bar, effective immediately.

Satchmo’s to Close in December

Industry veteran Julio Maldonado plans new concept for Bay View sports bar and former Miller tied house.

Holiday Pop-Ups Returning to Milwaukee Bars

From classic Christmas to surfin' Santa, these events are sure to get guests in the spirit.

New Cheese Bar Opens Wednesday

Hill Valley Dairy is bringing its curated cheese and cocktails to Walker's Point.

Council committee supports $100K funding for Walker’s Point youth homeless shelter

New Tavern Opens in Walker’s Point

Pomeroy, from Draft & Vessel owner Nathaniel Davauer, offers large tap list and draft cocktails.

Milwaukee To Issue More Parking Tickets at Higher Prices in 2025

Strategy part of effort to fund other city services, improve parking access. But is it a stealth way to fund The Hop?

MobCraft Plans Merger, Walker’s Point Taproom to Wind Down Operations

Potential buyer remains unnamed. The taproom will continue through Nov. 30.

Milwaukee Planning Innovative Fire Repair Shop, Suburbs Could Join

Milwaukee is at a 'blinking red light hazard zone' with its current facility.

Halloween-Themed Food and Drink Events in Milwaukee

Savor, sip and scream at more than 25 Milwaukee destinations, including a fake Applebee's and two TV show pop ups.

Walker’s Point Association Neighborhood Fall Clean Up!

New Murals Adorn The Tannery

Walker's Point office complex can be identified by Cream City brick, and now, a seven-story green mural.

Milwaukee Wins Funding For Three New Protected Bike Lanes

Plus: DPW, council discussing ways to better protect, beautify existing lanes.

Rite-Hite Plans Bigger Private Hangar At Airport

Manufacturer will build $10 million expansion at Mitchell airport.

BESTD Clinic Celebrates 50 Years of Service

Drag show, awards ceremony and POP after-party on deck for clinic's golden anniversary.

After False Start, New Nightclub Moving Forward in Walker’s Point

Last year, Common Council closed owner's prior club.

Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections

Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.

The Spirit of Milwaukee

September's highlights include railroad and religious art, work by Reginald Baylor and much more.

Allie Boy’s Opens on East Side

The bagelry and cafe opened its doors next to Good City Brewing in early August.

Fine Dining Pop-Up Just The Start For Chef Vanessa Rose

Ardent sous chef, Mother's proprietor, hopes to open standalone business in near future.

New Lounge, Event Venue Hosts Grand Opening in Walker’s Point

Station 1846 serves coffee, cocktails and small bites, with space for casual hangouts, coworking and events.