Concordia

Milwaukee’s Mayor Is Looking To Move

Cavalier Johnson puts his home on the market.

Council, Mayor Clash Over Parking

A stinging defeat for mayor, a win for Bauman, and Westmoreland issue ends quietly.

Despite Concerns, Council Overhauls Near West Side Parking Regulations

'Chaos is where we're at right now,' says alderman.

First Independent Nonprofit Abortion Clinic to Open in Milwaukee June 10

Community-based approach to abortion access and care will benefit all Wisconsin

Statement from Rep. Margaret Arney On Tragic Milwaukee Apartment Fire

MPD Launches the 2025 Operation Summer Guardian

Historic Protection Pushed For 5 West Side Buildings

Owner of 'Red Castle' seeks to protect area from Berrada, other developers.

Mayor Johnson Moves to Concordia Neighborhood

A new house for new mayor, who buys historic mansion on Near West Side.

The ‘Red Castle’ Is For Sale

Schuster Mansion at 32nd and Wells listed for $2.2 million. Plus: Recapping the week's real estate news.

Hmong Association Buys West Side Mansion

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

10 City Affordable Housing Projects Win State Financing

Will create 713 units in eight different neighborhoods. But huge Bay View project loses out.

Developer Would Build Supportive Housing in Concordia Neighborhood

Plus: A recap of a busy week in Milwaukee real estate.

Brown Appointed To City Plan Commission

City Hall veteran, former DCD Deputy Commissioner Martha Brown to fill vacant seat.

Assessments Up 9% to $30.5 Billion

New values were calculated prior to COVID-19 pandemic.

Did City Gift $128,000 To Slumlord?

"This is borderline theft," says Alderman Robert Bauman.

Lipscomb Offers Solutions to Avoid Bus Route Cuts

Questions Abele's Transit Cuts in Light of $2.75 Million Transit Surplus

Suspect and vehicle occupant shot near 85th & Concordia

Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl - January 9, 2018

Top 10 Homes Featured in 2017

Readers loved these stories the most -- except for Bob Donovan.

Report provides detailed look at school district performance and finances in southeast Wisconsin

The report notes that 2016-17 marks a year of relative stability when it comes to assessing district and school performance.

Rosy Lopez

"I have always wanted to stay and give back to my city..."

Nessun Dorma The 13th Owner of Bar

Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987.

Evan Goyke

"I would love to see better access to rail, buses, biking, walking/running, etc."

Corporate Giants Funding Startups

NM and Aurora each pledge $5 million for early stage investments, could have big impact.

Federal Grant Funds Anti-Violence Programs

City won $5 million grant, subcontracts with seven groups on anti-violence programs.

Governor Walker proclaims Nov. 6-12 as Wisconsin Startup Week

First-ever initiative includes 70+ events in 10 cities to assist startups, promote entrepreneurship

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce announces second annual Milwaukee Veterans Week

Veterans recognized at events across the city of Milwaukee

Milwaukee Startup Week to Gain International Attention in November

Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) to Kick Off Local Event

Automated Technology Targets Reckless Drivers

Rep. Crowley’s bill creates pilot program in city, supported by 11 council members.

First-ever Wisconsin Startup Week to provide resources, networking for state’s entrepreneurs

70+ events scheduled in 10 cities to assist startups, promote entrepreneurship

North Side Leaders Plead for Safe Driving

Reckless driving is plaguing the North Side, community leaders say.

Potawatomi Gives $10 Million To Streetcar

Streetcar will be known as The Hop; Potawatomi gift means no operation costs for city.

Black Women’s Empowerment March is Saturday

Black women participants are asked to wear all black clothing, participating men are asked to wear all green and other supporters are asked to wear red.

Startup Milwaukee Announces Northwestern Mutual as Presenting Sponsor of Milwaukee Startup Week 2017

Initial calendar of Milwaukee Startup Week Released, Wisconsin Startup Week initiative launches

The Manderley Bed & Breakfast

1886 West Side home of world's most acclaimed woman farmer now a classic B&B.

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber Announces Veteran Business Award Winner

Veteran Business Awards recognize leading veteran owned and veteran friendly businesses and organizations

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber announces veteran business award winners

Business Awards recognize leading veteran owned and veteran friendly businesses and organizations

Kochs Big Donors to Colleges

Giving more than $1 million to state's public, private colleges.

Study Finds Safe & Sound Works

Program's work to create block clubs helps reduce violence in city.

Rep. Evan Goyke’s Fixer-Upper

3,571-square-foot, 14-room, 1894 home requires constant fixing.

Millennials Offer Vision for West Side

Diversity, safety, need for community center among the concerns.

NEWaukee Announces Northwestern Mutual as Presenting Sponsor for YPWeek Milwaukee 2017

The weeklong event will feature programs to engage the best and brightest talent

How to Create 3,000 Urban Gardens

Non-profit Victory Gardens Initiative fills city’s food deserts with fresh produce.

Two Tall Men Duel Over Schools

Evers and Holtz square off in superintendent's race; sparks fly both ways.

Revival in Harambee

Riverworks executive director Darryl Johnson leads redevelopment of Harambee.

Sen. Taylor to host criminal justice events for Black History Month

The events seek to highlight the continued disparities in the criminal justice system as well as obstacles to successful re-entry.

Black Firm To Build Bader Headquarters

Black-owned construction firm creating new Bader foundation building on MLK Dr.

New Life for Empty Storefronts as Pop-Up Gallery Opens in the Historic Concordia Neighborhood​

​Featuring the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning

How To Revive City’s West Side

Keith Stanley, head of Near West Side Partners, oversees efforts to revamp seven communities.

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Third Term

“I am honored to represent the community that I love”

YPWeek Wisconsin Further Expands to Include 25 Communities

2017 Bubbler Awards Applications Open

The Return Of Michelle Ackerman Havas

Walker appointee to judge rejected by voters now running for a different branch.

250 Mentors For Black Youths

Annual “We Got This” event pairs African American men and boys, all tuxedo-clad.

Reginald Newson to Lead Advocacy for Ascension Wisconsin

Newson most recently served as regional manager of business and transportation services for Wisconsin Energy Corporation.

Historic Concordia Neighbors launch Virtual Home Tour Web App

It is especially adapted for smartphones so people can use it while exploring the neighborhood by foot or by car.

Herzfeld Foundation gives UWM $1.5 million for innovation, research

The Herzfeld Foundation awards grants in the areas of arts and culture, education, arts education, and civic improvements.

Near West Side Participates in “Teal Out” to Help Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence

Teal ribbons and lighting will be displayed throughout the community; training programs offered

Soul Food Success

Daddy’s Soul Food and Grille, a success on N. 27th St., will open second location in Harambee neighborhood.

Rock & Roll Dinners at Rumpus Room

Plus: new soul food, new Five Guys and Potbelly restaurants.

Paul Henningsen had a passion for service, neighborhood revitalization

Statement from Alderman Robert J. Bauman October 20, 2016

Victory Garden Initiative Values Rainwater

It’s captured thousands of gallons to help grow food for local residents.

Milwaukee & Rock River Canal, 1870

Near what is now Cherry St., and the fabulous Notre Dame convent atop the hill.

Small Grants Program Has Big Impact

Community Connections program gives grants to 57 projects in many different neighborhoods.

Walk with Ald. Bauman and Mayor Barrett previews Historic Concordia Tour of Homes

News release from Alderman Robert Bauman

Marquette/Aurora Partnership Shows Leadership

New $120 million athletics research center may have more economic impact than Bucks arena.

Riverworks City Center touted as catalyst for Harambee commercial corridor

Dubbed Riverworks City Center, the new project will house several important community programs, in addition to a Family Dollar Store and other small retail.

Advancing the Fresh Food Movement

How composting by the Victory Garden Initiative serves north side urban farms.

Point-Counterpoint for Three Council Races

The views (or non-views) of aldermen Bauman, Donovan and Perez — and their opponents.

How Parsonage Became a Cool B-and-B

The 125-year-old, Queen Anne, reverend's home now attracts world travelers.

Coming Home to Run

A Milwaukee native returns for last weekend’s marathon and revisits the city’s beautiful neighborhoods.

New Milwaukee Marathon Includes Central City

Inaugural marathon, October 31-November 1, takes runners through many city neighborhoods.

27th and Highland

Once a junction of architectural splendor, it needs serious work by the city to revive it.

Milwaukee’s Grand Avenue

For much of the twentieth century, Wisconsin Avenue was the entertainment and retail center of the city.

Come & Get It: FarmRaiser & Film Fest!

Please join us at Concordia Gardens on Saturday, September 19, from 4:00 pm - twilight

National I-Corps Program in Milwaukee Turns Out First FIRST 10 Teams

Applications for next round due Sept. 25.

Ald. Bohl & Mayor Barrett join MPD for PD 7 National Night Out, neighborhood walk

News release from Alderman Jim Bohl

Help needed to solve teens’ homicides

Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs July 23, 2015

Project Aims to Raise Child Immunization Rates

City, universities and community groups work together to increase vaccinations in 10 city zip codes with low rates.

Celebrating the Life of Paul Jakubovich

A host of notables gathered to salute Jakubovich and the fabulous historic architecture of Milwaukee he helped protect.

The Other Pabst Mansion

Once among a row of brewing family mansions, the neoclassical gem has been restored and can be toured this weekend.

Neighborhood House Teens To Host Safe Zone Summit

Youth take the lead in addressing the need for safe streets and communities.