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FEATURES
Best of Milwaukee: 2019
Every year, we ask you for your favorites in our fair city, from frozen custard to hair salon to dog park. Come see what you might be missing – or celebrate what you already love.
By Milwaukee Magazine Staff
The Big Break
Forty-five years ago, a b-boy performed in Milwaukee for the first time. Five years from now, breakers could be competing at the Olympics. In the years in between, many of the region’s best dancers have made this city their home.
By Lindsey Anderson
The Heat of the Moment
The inferno that destroyed Milwaukee’s storied Newhall House in 1883 claimed over 70 souls. It would have been even more if not for a daring rescue five stories above an alley.
By Matthew J. Prigge
Next in Line
No Milwaukeean had held the office of lieutenant governor in over 30 years, and no African-American had ever occupied that office. Mandela Barnes changed all that.
By Steven Potter
Your 414
Rev Your Engine
More racing is coming to the Milwaukee Mile, thanks to a push from loyal supporters.
By Zach Brooke
Chagall’s Circus World
One of the most popular painters of the 20th century gets an exhibit at Jewish Museum Milwaukee.
By Lindsey Anderson
Culture Cosmos
Looking for a reason to don a pair of lederhosen this month? We’ll give you one. Plus the inside scoop on an adult spelling bee, and more.
By Milwaukee Magazine Staff and Contributors
Fall Arts Guide
A month-by-month breakdown of all the shows you’ll want to see this season.
By Lindsey Anderson, Matt Hrodey and Adam Rogan
INSIDER
The Big Story: ‘The Best Care’ Back in the Air?
A group is attempting to revive Milwaukee’s once-beloved Midwest Airlines. What will it take to get it off the ground?
By Rich Rovito
Maker Culture
Meet three avid users of the growing Milwaukee Makerspace.
By Catherine Jozwik
Low Blow: Bay View’s Truck Eater
Why do trucks keep getting crushed under this Bay View bridge?
By Matt Hrodey
Health Care: Filling Cavities in a Dental Desert
Getting to the bottom of the state’s rural dentistry shortage.
By Adam Rogan
DINING
Market Masters
Eat your way through Mequon’s new venue, starting with flaming cheese.
By Ann Christenson
Secret Spirits
Speakeasies and other off-the-radar bars.
By Ann Christenson
Restaurant Review: Ca’Lucchenzo
A couple’s love affair with linguine inspired their new Tosa pasta shop.
By Ann Christenson
WHY I LOVE MILWAUKEE
The lower profile of our city is a boon for this local musician.
As told to Adam Rogan
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