Author: Editor

Concern over falling concrete and safety issues prompted Milwaukee County Parks officials on February 5 to close the Mitchell Park Domes until further notice. Yet another landmark has potentially reached the end of its useful life due to Milwaukee’s pattern of cultural neglect. Unwilling to pay for the protection of civic assets, the public should not be surprised when infrastructure collapses. The deterioration of the Mitchell Domes is a reflection of the post-WW2 indifference that much of Milwaukee has shown towards its historic institutions. One of the six original Milwaukee parks created by the first park commission, the core...

“I have faith in our residents, and faith in the future of this great city.” – Mayor Tom Barrett, City of Milwaukee | With so many great things going on in Milwaukee, it is an honor to report on the state of the city. Thank you Principal Chris Her-Xiong and Kongcheng Thao. And thank you to the adorable performers who delighted us this morning. Let’s give them another round of applause. I also want to acknowledge Alderman Jim Bohl who represents the neighborhood we’re in this morning. Alderman Bohl, thank you for being here. We’re happy to be here...