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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
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
Southside Organizing Committee Interim Executive Director Public Announcement
The Board of Directors is excited to announce that Tammy L. Rivera will serve as Interim Executive Director beginning January 7, 2015.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Southside Organizing Committee
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
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions: Sales
November 2014.
Nov 21st, 2014 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions: Lease
November 2014
Nov 21st, 2014 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
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
Milwaukee Children’s Zone to address achievement gap on the near south side
Stakeholders from around Milwaukee’s near south side will be brought together in order to seek solutions to an achievement gap affecting less fortunate neighborhoods.
Nov 5th, 2014 by Common Council President Jose Perez
1st St. and Pittsburgh Ave.
It’s a tad shabby now, but could become a wonderful entranceway to Walker’s Point
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Rachel Quednau
The United Community Center Earns Another College Success Grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation
Continued Funding Sustains Successful Programs That Boost Retention and Completion Rates
Oct 31st, 2014 by United Community Center
The Commons initiative announces launch and new office space
Kickoff to take place in Walker’s Point office Nov. 7-9
Oct 27th, 2014 by Greater Milwaukee Committee
The Remarkable Growth of Milwaukee Brewing Co.
And John Gurda slips up on beer history?
Oct 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
New location for Saz’s Catering opening in Walker’s Point
Saz’s Catering has announced that they will move their operations to 201 W. Walker St.
Oct 9th, 2014 by Common Council President Jose Perez
New Development in Brady Street Area
Old Hamilton Stables will be renovated to create seven “micro-industrial spaces” on Hamilton St.
Oct 6th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Public Safety Committee to take up ShotSpotter expansion, pot penalties
A proposal to significantly expand the ShotSpotter gunshot detection area in Milwaukee will be discussed by the Public Safety Committee.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Wauwatosa Goes Green With Bike Lanes
Wauwatosa turns North Avenue into a bicycle paradise with green lanes and bike boxes.
Sep 27th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
In inaugural address, Marquette’s Lovell maps out future priorities, vision
President Michael R. Lovell was officially inaugurated today as Marquette University’s 24th president.
Sep 19th, 2014 by Marquette University
High Impact Repaving Projects Continue: South 2nd Street
Repaving begins Monday, September 15, 2014
Sep 14th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
The Brand New UWM School of Freshwater Sciences
New freshwater school is the centerpiece of the burgeoning water cluster.
Sep 13th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
City Leaders Plot New Urban Placemaking Effort
With some creative use of grant money, the Greater Milwaukee Committee is helping neighborhoods update their image by ‘Urban Placemaking’
Sep 9th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Orchard Street Press
How a couple fell in love and started their own eco-friendly printing store.
Sep 8th, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
“Anywhere you hang your hat is your home”
Art Guenther has run Just Art's for 34 years, and mostly enjoyed it, though he's kicked out customers, including Jeffrey Dahmer.
Sep 4th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
RFP Commercial Recent Transactions: Lease
August 2014
Sep 4th, 2014 by RFP Commercial, Inc.
Long Live the Polish Moon Ride!
A great turnout, a beautiful foggy night, and fun polka and Mexican music -- the ride was a big success and will surely grow in coming years.
Aug 29th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Is Milwaukee One of the World’s Greenest Cities?
So says OnEarth magazine. Is it right?
Aug 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Coast In Bikes
How a librarian who wanted to open a hostel started a bicycle shop business instead.
Aug 21st, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
Join the Polish Moon Bicycle Ride!
Enjoy food, drink, Polish and Mexican music and join an 11-mile bicycle romp through Milwaukee's South Side on Friday.
Aug 21st, 2014 by Michael Horne
Oregon at South Water Works
Foreclosed warehouse becoming 77 apartments in Walker's Point.
Aug 15th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Community JOBS Resource Fair is Monday, July 21
Event will showcase opportunities available during $450M NML HQ project
Jul 17th, 2014 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Times Square Pizzeria Will Move
But will stay in Walker's Point, in new place accommodating 100 diners.
Jun 30th, 2014 by Mac Writt
Taste of Third Coast is Delicious
New event by Blue Jacket offered great food from local restaurants and raised money for Great Lakes Alliance.
Jun 24th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
2014 Milwaukee Pride Parade
History in the making. Our photos capture the first Milwaukee Pride Parade to feature "just married" signs.
Jun 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Winners & Great Photos of 2014 Mayor’s Design Awards
From the new Pizza Man to Radio Milwaukee to Junior House Lofts, the winners span many styles and neighborhoods. Photo Galleries of every winning design.
May 21st, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Bravo, Blue Jacket!
A new star of the dining scene offers equally inventive food and cocktails
May 21st, 2014 by Jeffrey Merlot
All Girls, All Latino
Notre Dame Middle School is a choice school where test scores, until recently, were high.
May 12th, 2014 by Henry Greening
Parklet Coming to the Third Ward
Club Charlie's will reclaim loading zone and use it for cafe seating.
May 5th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Purple Door Ice Cream
A rather delicious story: how an ice cream business was started by a young, green couple.
May 2nd, 2014 by Peggy Schulz
Let Them Take Taxis…or Uber or Lyft
City may lift cap on cabs and embrace upstart ride sharing services. There will be rides for everyone!
Apr 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Transforming Reed Street Yards
The city is spending $6.2 million to pave way for new water technology park.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Go Tropical at Lucky Joe’s Tiki Room
The city’s second tiki bar was inspired by one in Las Vegas.
Apr 9th, 2014 by Kristyn Coral Botic
Cafe and Pool Hall, 1915
The South Side cafe and restaurant stood where La Perla is now located.
Apr 1st, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
North End Phase Gets $2 Million in Funding
And the Pedal Tavern gets approved, with caveats, in Common Council actions.
Mar 6th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Rail Car Barn at Brady Street, 1870s
Rail cars were pulled by horses and this barn stood at Brady and Farwell, in what is now Walgreen's parking lot.
Mar 4th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery
Feb 24th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Sabbatic, a Neighborhood Bar with Punk Blood
The Walker’s Point’s spot also boasts some of the town’s longest happy hours.
Feb 18th, 2014 by Kristyn Coral Botic
Will Water Technology Transform the City?
Badger Meter CEO says Milwaukee can remake itself as 15th century Florence once did, in speech at downtown GMC event.
Feb 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Lona Long Velasco
A social service worker, clown and nail salon owner, she has also helped guide Walker’s Point Center for the Arts.
Feb 10th, 2014 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Just Art’s, the Classic Dive Bar
As Walker's Point goes upscale, Art’s remains cheap, humble and very friendly.
Feb 4th, 2014 by Kristyn Coral Botic
MPS Embraces Urban Farming
With help of $98,000 grant, 18 schools will now teach aquaponics.
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Natalie Wickman
Alderman: Milwaukee as top 2014 destination shows we’re doing many things right
Milwaukee has made Jetsetter magazine’s list of top recommended travel destinations in 2014 – further validation that the city is headed in the right direction on many fronts, said Alderman Terry L. Witkowski.
Jan 15th, 2014 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Alderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Alderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Jan 7th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
How Steny’s Helped Revive Walker’s Point
It’s still thriving -- and changing -- after 28 years.
Dec 31st, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
Progress on the Pabst Center
Construction photos of the Pabst Business Center, the first such development in a decade.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Happy Holidays: Fired transit worker gets Scrooged
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 27, 2013
Dec 27th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Jonathan Brostoff announces candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly
New Leadership for a New Milwaukee
Dec 11th, 2013 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
