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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
MPS, NFL team to bring Officiating Academy to Milwaukee
Attendees will be introduced to the rules of the game, on-field officiating mechanics and tips on how to become an official.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
Erik’s Bike Shop Leases Space on Milwaukee’s East Side
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions
Jun 9th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
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
Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts
May 15th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Arts Board
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
80 Ways in 80 Days
Plunkett Raysich Architects gives back while celebrating 80th anniversary
May 1st, 2015 by Plunkett Raysich Architects, LLP
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
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
The Whitedress LLC Leases Retail Space at the Bridgeview
RFP Commercial Recent Lease Transaction
Apr 16th, 2015 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
How To Become An Entrepreneur
Panel at The Commons offers advice, encouragement, and anecdotes.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Marquette University’s largest day of service brings together 1,800 volunteers
Hunger Clean-Up has grown into one of the most successful service events of its kind in the nation
Apr 15th, 2015 by Marquette University
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
Committee to hear report on use of local rail lines to transport Bakken crude oil
“Given recent incidents that have demonstrated the potential for disastrous accidents along rail lines where crude oil is transported, this is an issue of great concern for our residents.”
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
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
Bradford cancelled volleyball leagues?
SpikeMKE opening in Milwaukee's 5th Ward
Mar 30th, 2015 by Press Release
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
Walker Square neighborhood planning effort set to kick off
Building on the momentum generated by activity in neighboring Walker’s Point and the Menomonee Valley, the Department of City Development, Alderman Jose Perez and the Walker Square Neighborhood Association are working with residents, business owners and other neighborhood stakeholders to develop a neighborhood Action Plan for Walker Square.
Mar 13th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Alderman Perez seeks viewpoints on Walker Square
Community meeting to be held to discuss city's ideas for housing, public spaces, commercial areas, bicycles and pedestrians
Mar 12th, 2015 by Common Council President Jose Perez
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
Milwaukee Passenger Rail Company shares Coordinated Economic Development Plan
Regional rail alternative suggested to spur development
Jan 21st, 2015 by Milwaukee Passenger Rail Company
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
Alderman Donovan to announce ‘full-court press’ on petition drive
Alderman will hold Thursday morning news conference at grocery store
Jan 14th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
