Kalan Haywood

Second Phase of City Place Takes Shape

Long-delayed apartment building rises near Fiserv Forum.

After IKON Hotel Issues, Council Moves To Assert More Control of TIF Districts

City has foregone $540,000 in interest payments at discretion of administration.

IKON Hotel Dropped In Favor of ‘Sears Market’ Concept

New proposal to redevelop former Sears department store at Fond du Lac and North.

County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Local Revenue Reform Passage

Crowley, Nicholson, and Move Forward MKE Coalition advocated since 2020 for additional revenue to avoid a devastating fiscal cliff

Red Snapper Reopens With New Menu, Management

The counter-service seafood restaurant hosted a grand reopening in early June.

Republican Bills Would Change Unemployment Insurance, Licensing

"Solutions in search of problems," says Sen. Melissa Agard.

Affordable Apartment Project Near Downtown Gets Three-Month Extension

Haywood Group needs to finalize project financing by end of the year.

Developer Buys Shuttered East Side Tavern

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

IKON Hotel Deal At Risk of Default

Haywood Group could default on $4 million city loan. City could end up owning empty mall.

Developer Seeks Extension To Develop City Place Apartments

New affordable housing development would be just north of Fiserv Forum and proposed museum.

IKON Hotel Gets Loan Extension

No interest period on city loan being extended one year.

Phase Two of City Place Apartments Advances

Groundbreaking planned this year for 38-unit, four-story building on vacant site.

Aldrete Discusses FPC’s Turbulent Year

The outgoing executive director blames City Hall, critics for current environment.

Chief Morales Looks Bad in FPC Report

And FPC Chair DeVougas looks even worse. 12 takeaways on what report did and didn't find.

$6.9 Million Won for 317 Affordable Apartments

7 city projects win WHEDA funding that will leverage millions more private dollars.

Police Association Files Ethics Complaint Against FPC Chair

MPA files ethics complaint against Steven DeVougas, chairman of the Fire & Police Commission

Mystery Deepens on Leaked Police Video

More than the video was leaked. Police Department avoids comment. City Attorney helping FPC investigation.

Fire & Police Commission Okays Probe

To investigate leak of police department video. But who will do investigation and how will it be funded?

Slow To Question, Slow To Respond

"The lack of leadership, at the highest level of city government, continues to frustrate Milwaukee residents."

Council, Aldrete Again Spar Over FPC

Shouting, an open letter, highly-sensitive leak. The mess at Fire & Police Commission continues.

The Milwaukee Police Association Calls for Milwaukee Fire & Police Commissioner Steven DeVougas to Resign

The Quiet Plan to Save Grand Avenue

Actually written 10 years ago. Civic leaders discuss how public private partnerships revived Downtown.

Developer Assembling Land for Ikon Hotel

Kalan Haywood confirms hotel won't be open by DNC.

Milwaukee’s Newest Power Family

That would be developer Kalan Hayward, Sr. and young legislator Kalan Hayward II.

Council Holds Streetcar Extension

Streetcar proponents become opponents, push for longer extension to Walker's Point.

Legacy Lofts Ribbon Cutting

Historic structure and new building are already full.

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $200

Supervisor Taylor Hosts Youth Courthouse Day

"Youth Courthouse Day will inspire students to make good choices, stay in school, and pursue higher education so that the best possible opportunities are open to them."

Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel

One MKE Plaza proposal for old Sears site on North Ave. gets first city approval.

Ultra Lofts Rise in Deer District

In just a few months people will be living in Milwaukee's newest neighborhood.

Police Chases Have Nearly Tripled, Report Shows

New MPD policy has increased pursuits -- but also accidents.

Milwaukee’s First Eco-Neighborhood

Community partners celebrate reinvigoration of Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

Ikon Hotel Deal Gets First Approval

Plus: A Waukesha jail is now an apartment building.

20th MANDI Awards Get Big Turnout

Many politicians at celebration honoring those improving city's neighborhoods.

State Legislators endorse JoCasta Zamarripa in race to be next 8th District Alderwoman

"I’m humbled so many of my current colleagues have my back on this journey to serve Milwaukee on the Common Council."

7 Takeaways From Ikon Hotel Deal

Will city build a pedestrian bridge? A beer bet on what? How many stoplights from Downtown?

Old Sears Building to Become New Hotel

80-room Ikon Hotel and 24,600-square-foot conference center planned for 21st and North.

Who Gets Design Oversight?

Bauman wants council control over overlay zones, while DCD, local developers object.

Contribution to Shyla Deacon of $250

13 Affordable Housing Projects Seek Credits

Plus: Downtown's Bank Mutual sold. And old Garfield Theater could become branch library.

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $100

Milwaukee YMCA Changes Its Focus

160-year old organization wants to serve 60,000 people, with emphasis on children.

Arena Apartments Rising

Royal Capital's 550 Ultra Lofts will bring 112 apartment units to the Deer District.

Contribution to Robert Bauman of $100

City Faces Gentrification Issue

Panel discusses how issue plays out in Brewers Hill and Downtown.

Youth Justice Milwaukee Calls for More Community Input at Department of Corrections Community Meeting on Plans for Lincoln Hills Closure

YJM continued to advocate for alternatives to locked-door facilities while investing in close-to-home programs like mentoring and job training.

More Downtown Projects Moving Forward

Progress happening on activation of Sentinel Building, redevelopment of Bradley Center and creation of S Block.

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $250

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

Candidates for Common Council

Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.

Democratic Candidate Guide

Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.

4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.

A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.

Can Lindsay Heights Rebound?

Business improvement district looks to keep improving area near North and Fond du Lac avenues.

Old Library To Become Retail Market

Building on 42nd and North, vacant since 2003, would feature various retail vendors.

No Choice in 36% of Legislative Races

Gerrymandering and decline in number of candidates leaves 2.5 million residents with no choice.

Breaking Ground for Five Fifty Ultra Lofts

Project is a major milestone for the city, Bucks and local bucks.

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $290

City Place Apartments Rising

MANDI-winning developer Kalan Haywood's new venture is taking shape in Halyard Park.

Developer Kalan Haywood Wins Three MANDI’s

Pete’s Fruit Market, one of his projects, also a big winner.

Award highlights unprecedented growth of 6th District

"The 6th District is in a transformational time and these projects are fine examples of that."

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation Announces 2018 Winners for Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

From public nominations, a volunteer Selection Committee named 12 finalists in December, and winners were announced Thursday, March 15

Vote for MANDI People’s Choice Winner

Voting has started for this Milwaukee Award for Neighborhood Development.

People’s Choice Award Encourages the Public to Vote For Milwaukee Improvement Projects and Leaders

Awards Recognize Innovative Projects Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

Developer Has Had Big Impact on City

Kalan Haywood has renovated Germania Building, developed subdivisions, apartment complexes, retail.

The Rise of Reckless Driving

Vehicles speeding, running red lights causing more deaths, hit-and-run accidents.

Pete’s Fruit Market Blooms in Food Desert

Big hit with customers. 75% of workers from the neighborhood.

City’s Housing Fund Has Big Impact

$7 million invested over 11 years has leveraged an additional $176 million in spending.

MANDI Finalists Are Celebrated

12 finalists chosen for Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation.

How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds

Conversion of old ice cream factory died many times before work could begin.

Pete’s Fruit Market Boosts Bronzeville

New grocery store comes after neighbors opposed Family Dollar moving in.

Pete’s Fruit Market Comes To Bronzeville

Grocery targets food deserts, opens on North and MLK Dr. September 14.

Council Approves Millions of Dollars of Development

New construction for Downtown, East Side, Bay View, Menomonee Valley and more.

Committee Approves Raft of Projects

New construction for Downtown, East Side, Bay View, Menomonee Valley and more.

Judge’s Tavern Will Convert to Apartments

E. North Ave. tavern and next door duplex replaced by 5-story, 44-unit complex.

Council Okays 6 Projects, 346 Apartments

Millions of dollars in new development in five neighborhoods.

New Apartments Approved for Halyard Park

Kalan Haywood's City Place project north of arena moves forward.

Contribution to Robert Bauman of $250

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $100

Special message from Superintendent Driver

"As I have reflected on the week and on the actions and reactions of our community, it is clear that people are hurting."

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $250

Rocky Marcoux Keeps His Job

In a dramatic turnabout, the once-dead DCD head gains 11 of 15 council member votes.

Committee Again Says Yes to Rocky

DCD head Rocky Marcoux once again endorsed at committee, but his fate is still uncertain.

Contribution to Khalif Rainey of $300

Contribution to Tony Zielinski of $150

Contribution to David Crowley of $200

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $200

Pete’s Fruit Market Announces New Store in Bronzeville

Bringing Fresh, Quality Food To the Corner of Dr. Martin Luther King Drive and North Avenue

Contribution to Chris Wiken of $250

Contribution to Johnny Thomas of $500

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $250

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $150

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $100

Ingram Place Apartments on Holton

It will have 53 units and 62 parking spaces. Bring your car.

Black Leaders Say Joblessness Among Black Men is Rooted in Racism

Summit explores the causes of high black male unemployment in Milwaukee.

Progress on Ingram Place Apartments

The four-story, 53-unit apartment complex could help transform the corner of Holton and Brown.

Germania Building to Become Apartments

118-year-old building would be converted to 74 apartments at prominent downtown corner.

3rd annual MKE Business Now Summit Tackles Entrepreneurship and Job Creation

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is again sponsoring the MKE Business Now entrepreneurship summit on Saturday, January 25.

A New Look for 27th Street

The new $10 million project on 27th and Wisconsin is nearly complete, as our photos show.

New 4-Story Apartment Complex for Brewers’ Hill

A 53-unit apartment building is proposed at a controversial site on Holton Street.

Humility hogs all the attention at “Envisioning the Seen”

Is Milwaukee too modest?

Envisioning the Seen: Milwaukee’s Future

Milwaukee's future, in photos.

Milwaukee’s Future – Today, June 18th

The Pabst Theater plays host to Envisioning the Seen: Milwaukee's Future tonight, June 18th. Ten Milwaukeeans and two moderators will hold an open-ended, fireside-style discussion, followed by an audience question and answer period.

Minority construction firm formed