April 2007
Volume 32
Issue 4
Features
Hottest Place to Live
They may come as a surprise – South Milwaukee, St. Francis, Cudahy. Learn about the areas where house prices values are soaring.
By Caroline Goyette
Last Man Standing
Darnell Cole is in charge of running MATC. But as he faces criticism from the union and board of directors, it’s clear how little people know about his job or the institution for which he works.
By Erik Gunn
Fashion: The Fab Five
Everyone needs a spring wardrobe like this – easy pieces that mix and match beautifully.
By Gina Hickman
Suddenly Evil
With his proposed ban on smoking in restaurants and other public places, Gov. Jim Doyle is building a new fanbase. So why didn’t he jump on this bandwagon sooner?
By Terrence Falk and Matthew Hrodey
Departments
Outfront
Solid performers.
By Bruce Murphy
Mail
Come on. Express yourself.
Events
World and woodwind music, indie pop, a meaningful Walk.
Insider
Barriers for black docs, fezzes in jeopardy and bizarre mail.
First Person
A dancing queen.
Pressroom
The impact of black talk radio.
By Erik Gunn
Reviews
Very different Milwaukee things that come together on one page.
The Mil
Ten (or less) seconds of fame.
Savvy City
Accents
The many faces of the common Chair.
Where to Shop
L.A. style, classes for the gourmet, beautiful beds.
In Public
Whole Foods’ design fits perfectly in a mixed-used city.
By Tom Bamberger
Health
Primary care docs are no longer a dime a dozen. The irony is that we need them more than ever.
By Stefanie Ramp
Dining
Hot hotel food? Maybe. Also, the easiest-to-use restaurant guide – ever.
Endgame
The transit war needs to end. But that’s up to two people.
By Kurt Chandler