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The 730 Projection – Extended
300 Images from Photographer Dick Blau’s The 730 Project Shown Dusk to Dawn on Wisconsin Avenue Storefront Window (Sound starts an hour before sundown and runs until 11 p.m. nightly)
Nov 12th, 2018 by Dick Blau
Post Office, Company Fight Over Downtown Property
Plus: Where should Public Museum move? And what's an Opportunity Zone?
Oct 28th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Cambria Hotel Starts to Rise
Downtown dead zone becoming hotel
Oct 19th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Tallest Wood Building in Western Hemisphere
New Land unveils ambitious plan to build 21-story wood apartment building.
Oct 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Service Starts November 2nd
The Hop to launch with "Grand Hop-ening" celebration November 2nd-4th.
Sep 28th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
PARK(ing) Day 2018 Enlivens Downtown
People rather than cars took over parking spots and activated them on Friday.
Sep 24th, 2018 by Jack Fennimore
Downtown activates parking spaces into vibrant public spaces for one-day event
Parking spaces transformed for global movement, PARK(ing) Day, is Sept. 21
Sep 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21
Full Speed Ahead on Symphony Project
Prep work for moving wall 35 feet into street is underway.
Sep 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Another Downtown Grocery Store?
Location, density and growth are key drivers of new store.
Sep 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Orquesta Salsa Power Will Close the River Rhythms Season
La Orquesta Salsa Power is a unique 10 piece orchestra comprised of Milwaukee’s only Grammy Nominated composers, percussionists and trumpeters.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Westown Association
Milwaukee Favorite, King Solomon, Returns to River Rhythms
Known for their soulful vibe and authentic reggae sound, the group brings the sounds of the Caribbean right here to Milwaukee.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Westown Association
Downtown GO! Kart debuts on Wisconsin Avenue with tabletop games
The Downtown GO! Kart offers an assortment of games for all ages and skill levels to play.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21
The 730 Projection
300 Images from Photographer Dick Blau’s The 730 Project Shown Dusk to Dawn on Wisconsin Avenue Storefront Window
Aug 14th, 2018 by Dick Blau
Harbor District Emerges
All the sudden the sleepy harbor is the place for hundreds of million in development.
Aug 12th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Rivion Leases Space in the Tannery Business Complex
Founders 3 Real Estate Services Recent Transactions
Aug 8th, 2018 by Founders 3
The 5 Card Studs, “The Hardest Working Band in the Midwest,” Return to River Rhythms
The 5 Card Studs return to River Rhythms for a night of fun as they celebrate their 23rd year as "the hardest working band in the Midwest!"
Aug 7th, 2018 by Westown Association
Milwaukee-Based Blues Quintet, Altered Five Blues Band, Performs at River Rhythms
Originally formed in 2002, Altered Five Blues Band quickly became known for their inventive arrangements and distinctive sound.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Westown Association
Powerhouse Celtic Tribal Trio, BROTHER, Returns to River Rhythms
BROTHER is well known in the Midwest for putting on incredible live shows filled with energy.
Jul 24th, 2018 by Westown Association
Styx Tribute Band, Light Up, Performs at River Rhythms
Light Up (A Tribute to Styx) captures the excitement of one of the most popular bands from the 1970s.
Jul 17th, 2018 by Westown Association
More Good News for Downtown
New hotel, new office tenants and possibly a new office building.
Jul 15th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
City’s First Mass Timber Building Planned
New Land 's environmentally-friendly office building planned for Downtown.
Jul 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee-Based Charles Walker Band Performs at River Rhythms
Originally formed as a blues band 15 years ago, the Charles Walker Band has refined their sound into Neo-Funk.
Jul 10th, 2018 by Westown Association
Jeffers Saves Historic Parish House
Downtown church gets new lease on life from creative developer and state law change.
Jul 10th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Bluegrass Group, Chicken Wire Empire, Performs at River Rhythms
Since their formation in 2014, Chicken Wire Empire has established themselves as one of the hottest up-and-coming bands in both the local and regional music scene.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Westown Association
Bay View’s New Eco-Friendly Bar
Plus: View MKE replaces Wolf Peach in Brewers Hill. And more Mexican fare at Westown Farmers Market.
Jun 21st, 2018 by Cynthia Crawford
Traditional Blues Artist, Reverend Raven, Performs at River Rhythms
The free concert series takes place from 6:30 - 9 p.m. every Wednesday through August 29th (except July 4th).
Jun 19th, 2018 by Westown Association
About That New Convention Center Plan
Renderings for expansion look beautiful, but where’s the money?
Jun 17th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
River Rhythms Kicks Off Summer Concert Series with The Huntertones
Their high energy, horn-driven sound has allowed members of the band to collaborate with many top artists.
Jun 12th, 2018 by Westown Association
Permits Filed for Cambria Hotel in Westown
Say goodbye to another surface parking lot.
Jun 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
John Bauhs
"I think that the new Bucks Arena will be a game changer for the city in 2018."
Jun 11th, 2018 by Newaukee
The Westown Farmers’ Market Opens Tomorrow
Downtown Milwaukee’s Destination for Lunch on Wednesdays
Jun 5th, 2018 by Westown Association
The Westown Farmers’ Market Returns to Downtown on June 6th
Downtown Milwaukee’s Destination for Lunch on Wednesdays
Jun 1st, 2018 by Westown Association
Bucks Beat Hiring Goals on Arena
Arena project has created at least 800 jobs for under-employed city residents.
May 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Is Bucks Live Block Good Urbanism?
Council committee debates merits of new building for Old World Third St., gateway to arena.
May 22nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Annual World Refugee Day Celebration Scheduled for June 20
This year’s celebration, which is free and open to the public, will be at Zeidler Park from 10 am - 2 pm during the Westown Farmers Market.
May 16th, 2018 by Press Release
City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
A Bar That’s Also a Museum
Brew City MKE in Grand Avenue Mall serves only Milwaukee beers -- and brewing history.
May 3rd, 2018 by Michael Horne
Downtown Strip Club To Finally Open
Owners tout "the trendiest, sexiest, most exclusive, topless, full alcohol Gentlemen’s Club."
May 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Bridges Cause Mounting Traffic
Bridge openings stop traffic for nearly 4.5 hours on busy days. City mulls policy changes.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
2018 River Rhythms Lineup Finalized; Season Begins June 13th
Presented by Miller Lite
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Westown Association
A Drury Hotel for Downtown
National chain's Drury Plaza Hotel being created in historic 1928 building.
Apr 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Has Added 11,450 Housing Units
All under Barrett, all since 2004. But what about the rest of the city?
Apr 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Mid-America Real Estate – Wisconsin Names Jim Vaillancourt as Principal
Vaillancourt is responsible for tenant relations, budgeting for capital and operational expenses, employee development and coordination of day-to-day management functions.
Mar 26th, 2018 by Mid-America Real Estate - Wisconsin, L.L.C.
New Downtown Mini-Bowling Bar?
Plus: a new West Side Mexican place. And C. 1880 closing.
Mar 21st, 2018 by Jennifer Rick
Is the Downtown Apartment Boom Over?
Wangard hesitates over river-side apartment complex, while other projects push ahead.
Mar 11th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
St. James Church Project Approved
New apartment building will rise behind historic church.
Mar 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
St. Patrick’s Parade Returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, March 10th
Week of Irish Entertainment Planned
Mar 1st, 2018 by Westown Association
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Returns to Downtown Milwaukee Saturday, March 10th
This year’s parade will feature over 140 units including Irish dance groups, pipe and drum corps, local celebrities and dignitaries.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Westown Association
State Moving Downtown Offices
Will 27th and WI site be selected? State planning $50 million building.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Residents Jeer Pay-to-Park Plan
Abele sympathizes but says county must get revenue from somewhere.
Feb 7th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
City Wants Downtown Parking Security
40% of downtown crimes are vehicle break-ins. Council demands safety measures.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
The Return of George Washington
3,000-pound statue of first president restored, returned to median on Wisconsin Ave.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Colliers International Announces the Sale of the 3rd Largest Multi-Tenant Office Building in State of Wisconsin
310 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee
Jan 2nd, 2018 by Colliers
Downtown Office Tower Becoming Apartments
More residential development downtown. Wells Fargo will remain on first floor.
Dec 29th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Top 10 Dining Stories of 2017
What did readers most care about? The results may surprise you.
Dec 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
$65 Million Spent on Streetcar
Construction of track is 90 percent complete, project ahead of schedule.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Atty Says Affordable Housing Plan Illegal
Will legal opinion kill the proposal? Or can Bauman and company rework the language?
Nov 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Affordable Housing in Every Major Project?
Proposal would require it for any project with 20 or more units. Will developers oppose it?
Nov 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Apartments Planned At St. James Church
Seven-floor apartment complex just off Wisconsin Ave. would also save church.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Boston Store to be Cut in Half
Its corporate owner Bon-Ton will downsize store, but could be good news for city.
Oct 27th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Potawatomi Gives $10 Million To Streetcar
Streetcar will be known as The Hop; Potawatomi gift means no operation costs for city.
Oct 6th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown debuts Key to Change meters on Sept. 13 to aid in ending chronic homelessness
Seven parking meters retrofitted to collect coin donations for quality-of-life programs
Sep 11th, 2017 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21
City Chooses Streetcar Operator
French company Transdev will operate streetcar for $3.6 million a year.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Westown Farmers’ Market Hosts Children’s Day
Children of all ages are welcome for this free event
Aug 15th, 2017 by Westown Association
Drink for the Hungry: Deschutes Street Pub
Traveling brew pub hits Milwaukee Saturday; proceeds benefit Hunger Task Force
Jul 18th, 2017 by Hunger Task Force
Tonight’s River Rhythms Concert has Been Cancelled
River Rhythms will continue next week Wednesday, July 19th with the reggae band, King Solomon.
Jul 12th, 2017 by Westown Association
Streetcar Tracks Getting Road Tested
Cars, trucks, buses, bikes and pedestrians are all crossing the tracks regularly now.
Jun 30th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Complete Summerfest Shuttle Guide
Why worry about driving and parking? The list of easy shuttle services is long.
Jun 27th, 2017 by Caroline Blair
2017 NEWaukee Night Market
A little rain couldn't shut down the first of four night markets.
Jun 15th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Westown Farmers’ Market Opens Wednesday
Downtown Milwaukee’s Destination for Lunch on Wednesdays
Jun 6th, 2017 by Westown Association
Plan Your Summer!
The 2017 Parks “Summer’s Best” Entertainment Guide is here
May 31st, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
$30 Million Spent on Streetcar
Streetcar project on track, literally -- and financially.
May 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
3L Real Estate Closes on Wells Fargo Bank Building
First-time Milwaukee buy promises momentous conversion
May 19th, 2017 by 3L Real Estate
Streetcar Track Getting Installed
Tracks getting installed on St. Paul Ave.; other streets soon to come.
May 12th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
