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Which Party Has Done More to Increase Federal Debt?
Ron Johnson has pushed hard on this issue. What has been the result?
May 29th, 2024 by Bruce ThompsonBoard Approves Unprecedented Pay Raise For Elected Officials
Board approves unprecedented 36% salary increases for elected officials without saying a word.
Mar 23rd, 2024 by Graham KilmerThis Is First Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court In Living Memory
Media says court was liberal 15 years ago. Dead wrong. This is a radical change.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Bill LuedersWisconsin Center Pauses Art Removal
CEO says he thought matter was resolved with grant, only for conflict to emerge.
Apr 14th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneWriters Decry Wisconsin Center District CEO’s Imminent Cultural Erasure
Apr 10th, 2023 by Press Release
Rep. Myers Responds to Urban Milwaukee Article Alleging “Double Dipping”
Feb 15th, 2023 by State Rep. LaKeshia Myers
Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades
Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneReligious Attacks Have No Place in a Public Office Campaign
Jan 26th, 2023 by Daniel Kelly
Famed Art Museum Architect Returns For 20th Anniversary
Santiago Calatrava returns to Milwaukee. Free admission Friday at MAM .
Sep 14th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneNo New Third Ward Concert Venue
FPC is considering other sites away from Summerfest grounds.
May 13th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneHow Alex Lasry Rose in the Polls
Labor support, personal wealth helps Bucks exec in Democratic primary for US Senator.
May 3rd, 2022 by Erik GunnHow Gerrymandered Is New State Map?
Let’s measure how the two parties will fare under maps approved by state Supreme Court.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bruce ThompsonEast Side Forum for Milwaukee County Board 3rd District Race Set For March 22
Neighborhood Associations Encourage Residents to Submit Questions for Candidates
Mar 8th, 2022 by Historic Water Tower NeighborhoodBig Bucks Back Trucking Industry Handout
Business, manufacturing, agricultural, and trucking interests behind bill gave $7.1 million to legislators since 2015.
Feb 13th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignTrump’s Lies Corrupting Wisconsin
His claims about elections shot down by courts, but WILL and Republicans working to turn those lies into laws.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Bruce ThompsonCounty Pension Plan’s Costs Still Rising
Annual costs rose by 163%, may not be paid off until 2040s. First story in a series.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Bruce MurphyPension Backdrop Costs Hit $354 Million
Total cost rose $58 million since 2016, may hit $460 million before all eligible workers retire.
Aug 16th, 2021 by Angeline TerryCity Can Do More to Plant Trees
Too much concrete in Downtown and other areas. City codes must change, developers should spend more.
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Robert MonnatGOP Governors Have Higher COVID-19 Rates
More cases, more deaths per capita in states run by Republicans.
Apr 7th, 2021 by Bruce ThompsonBoycott the Uline Corporation
Company gave millions to group sponsoring Capitol insurrection, opposed pandemic measures, endangered employees’ health.
Mar 14th, 2021 by Matt RothschildDowntown Parcel Draws No Takers
WisDOT, city trying to sell land near train station.
Oct 26th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneHow to Spend Less On Police
Milwaukee has a huge opportunity to consolidate law enforcement costs.
Sep 29th, 2020 by Josh ZepnickLiberal WRRD-AM to End Broadcasts
Liberal talk radio station will close Milwaukee office and concentrate on Madison station.
Aug 27th, 2020 by Michael HorneA Mask Mandate is Not Enough
It's a step in the right direction, but not enough to suppress the virus.
Aug 5th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonHelp Us Expand Our Team!
Urban Milwaukee will add a staffer but could use your help to make it happen.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Maddy DayWhat Comes Next in the Fight Against the Coronavirus?
Will individual choices be enough to keep a spike in cases and deaths at bay?
May 21st, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonThe Politics of the Pandemic
Republican push to reopen state economy depends on distorting the data.
Apr 29th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonWhy The MPS Referendum Is Needed
The data shows MPS trails other metro area districts in per-pupil spending.
Mar 11th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonLocal Skepticism Grows On Foxconn’s Future
Opinions in Racine County shifting as company’s plans keep changing.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Erik GunnWhy Foxconn Contract Is In Dispute
Both sides may have reason to renegotiate contract.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Jon PeacockHow We View Undocumented Immigrants
Polls show even state’s Republican voters overwhelmingly oppose current policies.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonTaylor Slams Barrett Over Residency
Mayoral candidate cites losses since residency requirement ended by Legislature.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneLurie’s Bay View Proposal Revived
Plus: MPS unveils new schoolyards, Cambria hotel opens, Athea expanding chemical plant
Oct 27th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneChoose Life Program Still a Mystery
President says group had nothing to do with bill that would give it $500,000 from the state.
Sep 13th, 2019 by Melanie ConklinThe Couture Getting New Signage
Plus: Walker's Point brewery may become climbing gym, funding for Soldiers Home project.
Aug 25th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneHow Democrats Can Beat Trump
And win the state. Polls show which issues are winners — or too leftist.
Jul 31st, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonHigh CEO Pay Due to Stock Buybacks?
It’s definitely one cause. It may also make the American economy less productive.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonThe Anti-Gas Tax Gang
Why just five Republican naysayers could kill a gas tax hike.
Jun 16th, 2019 by George MitchellUrban Milwaukee Celebrates 11th Anniversary
Readers and writers mingle and celebrate at Villa Terrace's Renaissance Garden.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Urban MilwaukeeCity Should Change Police Pursuit Policy
940 pursuits in one year? Police should return to using effective GPS technology tracking program.
May 27th, 2019 by Jonathan FarrisEpisode 011 – Bruce Murphy on We Energies, Foxconn
Why does We Energies advertise? And how can someone keep up on ever-changing Foxconn deal?
Feb 6th, 2019 by Urban MilwaukeeEpisode 010 – Jeremy Fojut of NEWaukee and Bruce Murphy
What's Milwaukee’s social architecture firm up to? And how does a stadium naming rights deal signal a wealth gap?
Jan 31st, 2019 by Urban MilwaukeeEpisode 001
Guests Bruce Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac join Jeramey Jannene to talk city issues.
Nov 29th, 2018 by Urban Milwaukee7 Numbers That Explain Election
The election results would have been completely different if not for this.
Nov 7th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneSymphony Breaks Ground on New Hall
$89 million music hall means "rebirth of a neighborhood" and "rebirth of the symphony."
Jun 21st, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneUrban Milwaukee Celebrates 10th Birthday
Crowd packs Pabst Brewery & Taproom for publication's 10th anniversary.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Urban MilwaukeePolice Reform Needed, Say Council Members
Brown incident proves problem, changes needed, Hamilton, Coggs say at press conference.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneCity, State Selling Site Near Train Station
Alderman wants to see transit-oriented development.
May 21st, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneMayor, Council Play Musical Chairs
New appointments open door for Ald. Jim Bohl to leave his elected position for lobbyist job.
May 17th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneUrban Milwaukee Wins 7 Press Club Awards
6th straight year the publication is honored by state-wide journalism contest.
May 14th, 2018 by Urban MilwaukeeGorman Building Affordable Housing for Veterans
Another project by developer that mixes good business and social impact.
May 13th, 2018 by Graham KilmerSymphony’s Grand Theatre Plan Moves Forward
Council, Plan Commission okay separate parts of development transforming W. Wisconsin Ave.
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneIs the Downtown Apartment Boom Over?
Wangard hesitates over river-side apartment complex, while other projects push ahead.
Mar 11th, 2018 by Graham KilmerKaul calls Schimel’s expanded investigation into now-defunct GAB unjustified
Kaul says investigation is "yet another waste of our tax dollars by our current AG"
Jan 4th, 2018 by Josh KaulYour Favorite Stories of 2017
Huge tax benefits for Foxconn, Diane Hendricks, and state senators led the way.
Jan 2nd, 2018 by Urban MilwaukeeThe City Christmas Tree House
Each year a city resident donates a spruce for City Hall. Here's the home of 2017's winner.
Dec 3rd, 2017 by Michael HorneWho Wants To Market The Streetcar?
City hiring outside vendor to brand and promote "The Hop."
Nov 20th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneFire Fighter Lives Far Far Away
Union leader Seager lives In McMansion Jr.-style home worth $475,000 in Town of Jackson.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Michael HorneZielinski Bashes Barrett, Flynn
And Ald. Borkowski joins in, bashing the budget of "Rip Van Barrett."
Oct 19th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneNeighbors Fight for Brady St. Fire Station
But by the end of public meeting held by Ald. Kovac many seemed resigned to its loss.
Oct 12th, 2017 by Michael HorneCommittee Approves East Side Tower
Real test will come at the Common Council next week.
Sep 19th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneLeah Vukmir Welcomes Your Hate
Or how to run for U.S. Senate in the land of scorched-earth politics.
Sep 12th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyHas Barrett Driven Up City Debt?
Conservative MacIver Institute says yes. Let’s look at the data.
Jul 26th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonThe $400 Million Pension Problem
Infamous county pension plan's cost may hit $400 million, make many wealthy.
Jun 6th, 2017 by Mitchel WrittRoad Map to an Aerotropolis
New plan released for municipalities near airport. Will they seize the future?
May 30th, 2017 by Graham KilmerHendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?
The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.
May 17th, 2017 by Michael HorneUrban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Awards
Fifth-straight year the publication is honored by state-wide contest.
May 15th, 2017 by Urban MilwaukeeWill County Give Pension to State?
Board approves work group to study state takeover of pension system.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneMy 5 Milwaukee Valentines
From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneUrban Harvest Hosts Urban Milwaukee
Urban Milwaukee's first members-only event tapped into a lot of fun.
Feb 5th, 2017 by Michael HorneMillennials Flocking to Milwaukee
Data shows Milwaukee ranks second in the Midwest in attracting millennials.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneHammes Moving Downtown in 2018
Another company moving from suburbs to Downtown and with unusual architectural style.
Oct 21st, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneThe Decline of Reaganism
The Church of the Gipper is defied by Donald Trump. Will Republicans adjust their ideology?
Sep 7th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonRocky Marcoux Keeps His Job
In a dramatic turnabout, the once-dead DCD head gains 11 of 15 council member votes.
Jul 26th, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneCommittee Again Says Yes to Rocky
DCD head Rocky Marcoux once again endorsed at committee, but his fate is still uncertain.
Jul 19th, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneAll Lives Matter? Yes and No.
Criticism of Black Lives Matter ignores the history behind the protests.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Joey GrihalvaCome Meet the Urban Milwaukee Gang
Our annual party is Tuesday, 5 p.m. And oh, the stories we could tell.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Urban MilwaukeeThe Power of Common Ground
Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Virginia SmallDonald Baumgartner’s Princely Mansion
The generous plutocrat's River Hills home is fit to entertain a prince, and actually did.
May 19th, 2016 by Michael HorneBamberger Wins Press Club Award
Wins award for architecture review, third year in a row Urban Milwaukee wins Press Club awards.
May 16th, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee“A Hero For the Entire Country”
Bruce Murphy talks to WTMJ-AM about Donald Baumgartner's inspiringly generous treatment of employees.
May 11th, 2016 by Urban MilwaukeeRemembering Jon Erickson
The late performance artist and professor had a big impact on Milwaukee’s cultural scene.
Apr 19th, 2016 by Urban MilwaukeeMeet the New Boss
Ashanti Hamilton is new Common Council president, but how did he get the votes?
Apr 19th, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneWells Building, 1915
Built in 1902 by Daniel Wells, building still stands, but stripped of roofline ornamentation.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Jeff Beutner“Evicted” in Milwaukee
Go inside the world of poverty and evictions.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneWater Is a “Life and Death” Matter
Bruce Murphy talks on TMJ about bill easing private firms' purchase of water utilities.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Urban MilwaukeeWas It Political Correctness Run Amok?
Bruce Murphy talks about removal of Shorewood public sculpture on TMJ radio.
Jan 6th, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee9 Most Commented-On Stories of 2015
Crime, the streetcar, teacher pay, the Bucks bailout and other issues left readers battling.
Dec 31st, 2015 by Urban Milwaukee10 Most Popular Stories of 2015
The bus strike, Scott Walker’s meltdown, a sneaky Bucks arena plan -- readers flocked to these and other stories.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeMarcus Center Cast Into Limbo
No one seems to agree with Abele's plan to have it absorbed by sprawling Wisconsin Center District.
Dec 14th, 2015 by Virginia SmallUrban Milwaukee Drive Raises $30,590!
Thank you, Milwaukee. Our crowdfunding drive raised 153% of goal.
Nov 19th, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeUrban Milwaukee Ups Its Campaign Goal
Crowd funding campaign tops $20,000, new goal is $30,000.
Nov 10th, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeUrban Milwaukee’s Impact On The Streetcar
Ald. Bauman talks about publication’s impact and how its expansion will help the community.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeHow Talk Radio Hurt The Journal Sentinel
Sykes’ continual bashing -- allowed by corporate bosses -- badly wounded their own newspaper.
Oct 30th, 2015 by Pat Small“I’m your Lt. Governor. I know my job.”
Rebecca Kleefisch offers coy banalities while “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Oct 22nd, 2015 by James XavierWhy GAB Must Be Disbanded
Government Accountability Board abused its power and had secret email system.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Brian SikmaUrban Milwaukee Announces Crowdfunding Drive
Free online daily seeks support from readers to take publication to the next level.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeWisconsin Falling Behind on Renewable Energy
These businesses spend much of their time battling political opposition in Wisconsin, an expert notes.
Oct 11th, 2015 by Michael HorneScott Walker Aids Milwaukee Streetcar
In an unexpected move, Walker helps avoid messy situation between city and county.
Jul 13th, 2015 by Jeramey JanneneMilwaukee’s New Train Shed
It's 50 years old and serves nearly 600,000 people annually, and its long-awaited replacement is finally being built.
Jun 12th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene