Michael Cudahy
Michael Cudahy, a Milwaukee philanthropist and the founder of Marquette Electronics (later Marquette Medical Systems).
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Milwaukee NARI Honors GPS Education Partners with “Building Milwaukee” Award
The “Building Milwaukee” Award was created to recognize efforts made by individuals and businesses who concentrate on improvements assisting in the growth or positive impact of our community.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Milwaukee NARIMilwaukee philanthropist Michael Cudahy gives $1 million to Marquette to support first-generation engineering students
This is the second major gift Cudahy has given to Marquette.
Sep 26th, 2017 by Marquette UniversityCudahy’s Packed Avenues
Some cities name their streets after states or even wines, but Cudahy took a meatier approach.
Sep 29th, 2016 by Carl BaehrGary Witt’s House of Rock
Actually, you'd never suspect the hip Pabst leader owns this old-style, Prospect Hill home.
Jul 11th, 2016 by Michael HorneBucks Arena Design Is Anti-Urban
Its generic, well-mannered and probably won’t improve with “tweaks.”
Apr 15th, 2016 by Tom BambergerPabst Theater Foundation Works to Assure Continued Success, Preservation of Pabst Theater
To help ensure the longevity of the Pabst Theater building, on Friday the Pabst Theater Foundation was reorganized to better enable it to focus on preservation of the National Historical Landmark.
Apr 1st, 2016 by Pabst Theater GroupNew Era for Riverside Theater
Cool new retro marquee unveiled. And an ongoing project will upgrade the entire theater.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Michael HorneZilber Ltd. & Pabst Theater Group Announce Major Public Investment
New Marquee + 40-Foot Tall Vertical coming to West Wisconsin Ave
Sep 14th, 2015 by Pabst Theater GroupWill Milwaukee Choose High Line’s Designer?
James Corner is one of four finalists to create $30 million lakefront bridge. It’s a great design.
Aug 7th, 2015 by Tom BambergerStreetcar 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 HorneMilwaukee Business Leaders Announce Support for Streetcar
CEOs join other civic and non-profit leaders in urging Common Council to invest in Milwaukee’s future
Feb 9th, 2015 by Press ReleaseProminent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
Open Letter in Support of The Milwaukee Streetcar
Jan 20th, 2015 by Press ReleaseCouncil Delays Streetcar Until January
Minority of aldermen were able to use city charter provision to delay project for one month, but a majority seems poised to approve it.
Dec 16th, 2014 by Jeramey JanneneCommittee Approves Milwaukee Streetcar
Mayor offers historic address to council committee on streetcar and it gains their approval. Only one person speaks in opposition.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Jeramey JanneneMilwaukee/NARI Home Improvement Council Honors Barry Mandel With the “Building Milwaukee” Award
The Milwaukee Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI presented its annual “Building Milwaukee Award” to Barry Mandel.
Nov 25th, 2014 by Milwaukee NARISherdian Park Centennial Celebration is Theme of Cudahy 4th of July Parade on Friday
Re-dedication of Patrick Cudahy Statue to Follow
Jun 30th, 2014 by Patricia JursikMike Cudahy Steps Down as Co-Chair of Discovery World Board of Directors
Randy Crocker to serve as Board Chair.
Jun 20th, 2014 by Discovery WorldWhy the Art Museum Addition Must Not Be Built
This could be the biggest architectural mistake Milwaukee has ever made.
Apr 10th, 2014 by Tom BambergerAlderman Donovan to Mayor Barrett: “What is happening with the streetcar project?”
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 3, 2013
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Ald. Bob DonovanMike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo
It's just a short walk from the Bradley Foundation, where Grebe battles daily to turn us all conservative.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Michael HorneTime for County Executive to urge reallocation of streetcar funds
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 11, 2013
Sep 11th, 2013 by Ald. Bob DonovanUWM’s New Freshwater School Makes Progress
The $53 million, UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences is rising along the waterfront.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Urban MilwaukeePabst Leader’s Salary Far Below Smiley’s
Pabst boss Gary Witt makes less than a third of what Smiley makes. Ald. Bauman questions this.
Apr 10th, 2013 by Michael HorneNew Front Door for Lakefront
Dramatic plan moves freeway ramps and creates a grand boulevard that connects downtown and the lakefront.
Mar 11th, 2013 by Jeramey JanneneSue Black
She was wrongly fired, she insists to Milwaukee Magazine, whose cover story has many community leaders praising her.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneRich Park, Poor Park
Milwaukee County Parks is increasingly a two-tier system, with the worst maintained parks in poor areas.
Sep 14th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyThe Chicago Challenge
Economic cooperation with our massive neighbor could help Milwaukee. But Gov.Scott Walker stands in the way.
Jul 18th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyBetter Connecting the Lakefront to Downtown
There is no question that the connection between Milwaukee's lakefront and downtown is underwhelming. Despite the fact that they meet at Lincoln Memorial Drive, there is no grand connection between the two, which is unfortunate as the intersection of Lincoln Memorial Drive and Michigan Street is a gateway to the city.
Aug 15th, 2011 by Jeramey JanneneOops! No Money for UW-Tosa
To think, I was just about to put the UW-Tosa t-shirts up on the new Urban Milwaukee store, maybe I can hold off now? Apparently, UWM's backing out of the fight to locate the School of Freshwater Sciences on the former Pieces of Eight restaurant site ruffled some feathers, and Michael Cudahy decided to return the favor by backing out of funding UWM's proposed Wauwatosa location for the Engineering School.
Sep 10th, 2009 by Dave ReidThe Game and The Players
Understanding the discussion around Milwaukee transit requires an understanding of who has the keys to unlock the federal funds to improve and expand the existing system. We need to lay some groundwork before any discussion on the actual proposals can start.
Jul 7th, 2008 by Jeramey Jannene100 Things To Be Thankful For in Milwaukee
Miller Park Originally uploaded by compujeramey In honor of Thanksgiving, OnMilwaukee.com has released a list of 100 Reasons For Milwaukeeans To Give Thanks. My favorites… 17. Bratwurst from Usinger’s and Klement’s. 89. Speaking of transportation, we’re thankful that Michael Cudahy continues to fight for innovative rail in Milwaukee.
Nov 20th, 2007 by Jeramey JanneneMichael Cudahy Proposes His Transit Solution
A Milwaukee County Transit System Bus Originally uploaded by Sebastian Joseph While County Executive Scott Walker and Mayor Tom Barrett continue to debate over the use of the $91.5 million the federal government has earmarked for transportation, entrepreneur-turned-philanthropist Michael Cudahy has proposed his own solution. Walker advocates an express-bus only approach, while Barrett advocates a […]
Oct 21st, 2007 by Jeramey JanneneJim Glynn Dead at 64
I had no idea it would be this soon.
Oct 18th, 2004 by Michael HorneLavender, Black and Green
The Green Party’s national convention will be in Milwaukee this week, with voting by delegates to be held on Saturday. The big question: will the outfit endorse Ralph Nader? This vexing question will put Milwaukee, however briefly, once again in the national spotlight. The party has endorsed the formation of several subgroups including the Black […]
Jun 21st, 2004 by Michael HorneChanges at the Election Commission
Mayor Tom Barrett says he “will announce a change at the City Election Commission,” according to his statement to the Brady Street Association monthly meeting Tuesday, 18 May at the Hi-Hat Garage. Although he didn’t get down to specifics, you can take it to mean that Executive Director Julietta Henry will be out at the […]
May 24th, 2004 by Michael HorneLautenschlager’s Mess
Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager’s drunk driving arrest last week removes her from behind the wheel of her state-owned vehicle for a year, and puts Governor Jim Doyle in the driver’s seat. The two had squabbled, privately, over terms of the Governor’s jobs bill, with Lautenschlager threatening to use her authority to see that the law […]
Mar 1st, 2004 by Michael Horne