Q&A: Marvin Pratt
Marvin Pratt, 71, was Milwaukee’s first African-American mayor. He lost the job after three months, but he’s moved beyond a bitter campaign.
I’m Walking Here
The state-of-the-art in Milwaukee crosswalks at Water and Seeboth streets in the Third Ward, and what other cities have tried to prevent pedestrian accidents.
Could Milwaukee Be a Green Destination?
Milwaukee has earned the right to join the ranks of Earth-friendly cities.
Dye Job
Mr. Dye’s Pies took shape when its creator needed to start a new career. So far, it’s been sweeter than he expected.
Residual Effects
One in 10 of Milwaukee’s young children have some form of lead poisoning. What should be done about it?
The Chicago Megacity: Is Regional Cooperation Possible?
A fresh look at the “Chicago Megacity” reveals people want the region to work together, but are policymakers willing to make cooperative efforts happen?
July TV Ratings: WISN Most Watched, WITI Wins at 10
See how local TV stations fared in the July ratings.
We Asked Milwaukeeans: What is Your Dream Street Art Commission?
Public art often gets a bad rap in this town. So we asked local voices in art and architecture to tell us what they would commission if funds and bureaucracy weren’t obstacles. They did not hold back.
The Bucks Arena and the Big Question
The question of publicly financing a new Downtown arena has a simple answer. But the question being asked in Milwaukee is more complex.
Sidetracked
While some on the right may wish it, the Milwaukee streetcar plan isn’t likely to become this decade’s Milwaukee County pension scandal.