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Celebrating 100 Years of A Sewage Plant
Jones Island is a national landmark. Officials gather to mark its importance.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Works Commissioner Jeff Polenske Leaving For Private Sector
Three-decade government veteran "retiring" for private-sector employment.
Nov 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Health Director Blames Barrett
Bevan Baker breaks his silence, slams Mayor and other city departments.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Manager Leaving
Darryll Simpson will lead New Orleans transit agency.
Feb 28th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Taps Polenske For Public Works
Veteran City Engineer to become head of 2,300-employee Department of Public Works.
Oct 29th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Gonda Resigns from Water Works
Longtime city employee resigns as Milwaukee Water Works director for job at UWM.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower
Construction has reached its peak on second tower of casino hotel.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Debuts New Parking Meters
All 7,000 will ultimately be switched. Not sexy says Barrett, but he thinks public will approve.
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
About Those Streetcar Stops
Why not a dramatic uniform design for them? Well, because.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Tom Bamberger
First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.
Mar 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Releases Contractor Gun Photo
Third high-profile incident for contractor, $1.4 million in lost contracts.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Another Contractor Caught With Gun
Another American Sewer worker caught with a gun, company forfeits another contract.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
$750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes
Solutions to city's lead laterals expensive and not simple, council members find.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Settles with American Sewer
Embattled firm loses nearly $1 million in work.
Jan 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Kills Contracts With American Sewer
Council moves to subpoena owner, Donovan walks out of heated discussion about racism.
Jan 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services
"Yes, I support a termination of his contract, and I wish I could do it immediately..." says Alderman.
Dec 24th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed
Common Council passes ban unanimously, and orders study of ending outside contracting.
Dec 19th, 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
Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing
Head of company with gun, KKK issues, a no-show. Angry council members promise action.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Worker With KKK Cooler Fired
City official says American Sewer Services fired worker, a member of Laborers Local 113.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Franklin Wants Milwaukee’s Water
But Bauman doubts suburb can meet city rules for transportation and affordable housing.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy
Alderman said he knew of city employees carrying firearms, but has failed to report them.
Dec 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?
Proposal causes fierce Common Council debate. Plus: Bauman slams city attorneys.
Dec 6th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Wants To Market The Streetcar?
City hiring outside vendor to brand and promote "The Hop."
Nov 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City To Sell Water to Waukesha
After years of debate, Waukesha and Milwaukee strike a historic, 40-year deal.
Oct 30th, 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
City Chooses Streetcar Operator
French company Transdev will operate streetcar for $3.6 million a year.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor’s Design Awards All Over Map
Big, little, new or renovated, award winners in 13 of 15 aldermanic districts.
May 19th, 2017 by Michael Horne
$30 Million Spent on Streetcar
Streetcar project on track, literally -- and financially.
May 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Jennifer Gonda On the Hot Seat
New Water Works director opposed by some aldermen, and faces tough lead pipes issue.
May 4th, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Streetcar Rails Being Welded
Mayor, MPS students on-hand to see the work
Apr 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Environmental Mayor Holds Forth
Barrett keeps pushing for green solutions despite opposing political winds.
Mar 9th, 2017 by Matt Mussa
Streetcar Track Construction Starts in April
System on track to start service in late 2018, project is on-budget
Feb 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Milwaukee Streetcar is Hiring
The contractor needs workers and city residents get preference.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Department Paints the Town
Painted curbs will denote no-parkng areas. And new parking checkers will ride bikes.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Is Kimpton Hotel “Project of the Decade”?
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel opens in Third Ward, to cheers of city and civic officials.
Jun 30th, 2016 by Michael Horne
City Birthday Party All About Dining
Politicians and candidate hopefuls mix with winners of dining awards.
Feb 1st, 2016 by Michael Horne
All Hail Our Business Improvement Districts
City party celebrates work of 35 BIDs, which have helped improve many city neighborhoods.
Dec 7th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Pennsylvania Company Wins Streetcar Contract
Brookville Equipment wins city bid over 3 companies, will charge $18.6 million for 4 streetcar vehicles.
Nov 13th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
City Accepts $14 Million Federal Streetcar Grant
City wins TIGER grant after "a brutal competition" where demand for transit dollars greatly exceeded the sums appropriated.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee’s Infrastructure Challenges
Public Policy Forum panelists agree: Federal money is becoming a less reliable source of infrastructure funding.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Newly Opened ARTery Path Extends Beerline
Public and private sector leaders applaud the new .67 mile trail connecting Riverwest and Harambee.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
New Penthouse for Old Third Ward Building
Eppstein Uhen short of space in Headquarters; Bauman rips Summerfest traffic woes; and his challenger kicks off campaign
Aug 12th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Transit Expansion Urged
Milwaukee is far behind other cities, which will make it harder to attract young workers, experts at conference agreed.
Jun 25th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Every Drop Counts
Milwaukee’s sewerage district is leading an incremental revolution, to manage every drop of rain where it falls.
May 28th, 2015 by Susan Nusser
From Gray to Green
The sewerage district has moved from tunnels and pipes to greenways, rain barrels and permeable pavement. Part 2 of a series.
May 21st, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Swing Park Nominated for MANDI Award
And its story -- and controversies- keep getting retold.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Streetcar Signing Is Quite a Celebration
The mayor, business leaders and pols toasted the streetcar in Cudahy's Irish Pub, with Michael Cudahy on hand.
Feb 13th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Crowd Celebrates City Birthday Party
Politicians, PR people and other notables schmoozed away. The best rumor was that Chief Flynn might be retiring.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Can Milwaukee Upgrade to Gold Ranking?
City officials pledge to work towards upgrading the city's national, bicycle-friendly ranking from bronze to gold.
Dec 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Why the Swing Park Failed
It became a comedy of errors, but raises serious questions about the city’s strategy for “creative placemaking.”
Dec 16th, 2014 by Tom Bamberger
Committee Takes No Action on Streetcar
Public Works Committee votes to send streetcar proposal to full council, setting up a showdown Dec. 16th.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Breaks Ground
"A beautiful day in Milwaukee" and for assembled power brokers as Northwestern Mutual's new skyscraper gets underway.
Aug 26th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Ambulance Chasing Lawyer Chases Abele
Plus: Bud Selig’s birthday bash and where will new Journal CEO live?
Aug 1st, 2014 by Michael Horne
“Controversy” Over Swing Park?
Architect blasts city for altering her design. Are her complaints valid?
Jul 25th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Swings are Back — and Better than Before
Guerrilla urbanism triumphs, as “magical” swings re-installed under Holton Avenue Bridge.
Jul 23rd, 2014 by Dave Reid
New York Discovers Our Sinking City
City Hall, Milwaukee Rep and Mitchell buildings are sinking. Is Deep Tunnel the culprit? The Times is not sure.
Jul 8th, 2014 by Michael Horne
St. Paul Bridge is Reopened
Key connection to Third Ward and Summerfest is completed on time and on budget.
Jun 12th, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
A New Park for the City
The city, Associated Bank and Newaukee cooperate on a new park being created at MLK Dr. and McKinley Ave.
May 22nd, 2014 by Brett Kihlmire
A Streetcar Named Cooperation?
Republicans force city to pay to relocate utilities for streetcar and Barrett calls for cooperation from We Energies to keep costs down.
Apr 27th, 2014 by Dave Reid
Get Your Vote On
Early voting already underway for spring election, and memorials planned for Debra Usinger and Donna Schlieman.
Mar 26th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Why We Lost the Marsupial Bridge Swings
The city hasn't allocated money to maintain them. Should the nearby Business Improvement District adopt them?
Oct 10th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Grand Opening of Marsupial Bridge Connector
Hurrah! Newly-opened Trestle Stair connects Marsupial Bridge to Commerce Street and better knits neighborhoods.
Aug 8th, 2013 by Michael Horne
A Very Pleasant Opening
Photos and gossip from the ceremonial opening of the Pleasant Street Bridge.
Aug 3rd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Residents Reject Freshwater Name
Contest to rename Pittsburgh Ave. to honor water institute didn't convince street's residents, who nixed Freshwater Way.
Jun 20th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Banish the Freeway’s Gloom!
Design winners attempt to brighten the gloomy passageway between downtown Milwaukee and the Historic Third Ward.
Jun 13th, 2012 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee Moves Forward!
Council committee moves forward with the streetcar.
Jul 15th, 2011 by Dave Reid
