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From the Magazine
How a Forgotten Circus Parade Took Over Milwaukee in Just a Few Weeks
The Great Circus Parade got its start from a cobbled together spectacle in 1958.
How Will Democrats’ Messy Primary Affect the Fall Election?
Many factors are at play in crowded primaries, and their impact on the general election is unclear. Wisconsin’s voting history shows few clear takeaways.
The Best Things to Do This Week, According to Our Editors: July 20
Eat good food, learn a new dance and more.
Meet Three Guys Who Know Where Brewers Home Runs Are Going to Land
These “ballhawk” fans roam American Family Field chasing glory mitt first, bringing them closer to the game.
Suburbs Win State Bonuses as Milwaukee County Falls Short
A new grant program rewards independence plans for Charles Allis and Villa Terrace art museums, but not for the Marcus Center.
Proposed Tower Would End 15-year Drought in New Condos Downtown
New Land Enterprises seeks to build a 25-story, 226-condo building across from its Ascent MKE mass timber building on Kilbourn.
This Smoke Isn’t Just Annoying, It’s Dangerous
As cancellations mounted on Thursday, being outside for just an hour was as bad for your lungs as smoking a single cigarette.
July Gardening: Look Up and Smell the Milkweed
Our resident garden columnist offers new insight on maintaining a natural balance in the outdoors.
Former Marquette Stars Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener are Building a New Milwaukee Legacy
Starting tonight, the duo is hosting the Wade & Diener Home Court Weekend, which aims to give back to the community that took them in.
Remembering Donald Baumgartner, Milwaukee’s Swashbuckling Philanthropist
He built a fortune in paper cup machines, and then gave much of it – and, essentially, his company – away in spectacular ways.








