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Win Our Way: the Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the NLDS!↗

The Brewers are October-bound. Now we wait and see who they'll take on in the 2026 NLDS. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Milwaukee County brings voter registration into the community ahead of November↗

The Milwaukee County Election Commission held voter registration and election information events across the city for three days in celebration of National Voter Registration Day. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Sunday Sauce: Papa Luigi’s remains a Cudahy constant↗

Sunday Sauce is a monthly Milwaukee Record series about the area’s Italian food and the places, people, and traditions that make a meal feel like home. I’m chasing how these restaurants, grocery stores, events, and small details keep… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Mitch DeSantis

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Milwaukee Chef Featured in New Season of Hell’s Kitchen↗

Il Ponte and Lupi & Iris chef has had rapid climb through the ranks. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

They Might Be Giants revisit ‘Factory Showroom,’ ‘Lincoln’ during triumphant two-night Pabst stint↗

hy is the world in love again? Why are we marching hand in hand? Could it be because They Might Be Giants kicked off their fall tour with a two-night stint at Milwaukee’s Pabst Theater on September 24 and 25? And could it be because each… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Milwaukee Record Staff

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Bobby Tanzilo's picks for Doors Open Milwaukee 2026↗

Every year we like to share a few must-see sites during Historic Milwaukee's annual Doors Open Milwaukee, which has quickly grown into one of the most fun and well-attended events in the city. Here are Bobby's picks for 2026. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

MPS high school enrollment opens Saturday. Here's what you need to know.↗

High school enrollment for the Milwaukee Public Schools 2027-2028 school year is open from Sept. 26 through Nov. 2. Here’s what you need to know. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Food Relief Program for Older Adults Hits Major Milestone↗

Hunger Task Force and DoorDash mark a milestone in fighting senior food insecurity. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Milwaukee Recreation to hold grand opening ceremony for newly renovated Metcalfe Playfield↗

MILWAUKEE RECREATION TO HOLD GRAND REOPENING CEREMONY FOR NEWLY RENOVATED METCALFE PLAYFIELD Event is set for Thursday, October 1 at 5:30pm Milwaukee Recreation will hold a grand reopening ceremony on Thursday, October 1 at 5:30pm to mark… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

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¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

Three Brothers Carries On a Family Legacy↗

Cozy and simple, this Serbian legend has a pull in the deepest of sentimental ways. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Ann Christenson

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

This month in live music: Concerts coming to Milwaukee in September 2026↗

More than 200 concerts come to Milwaukee this month including Kacey Musgraves, Eric Clapton, Bleachers, Steve Aoki and more. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

New Cafe and Cocktail Concept Planned for Bronzeville↗

'People are trying to build up the Bronzeville neighborhood and I want to be a part of that,' says owner. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Long-lost Frank D. Barker becomes state's 100th landmarked shipwreck↗

In 1887, the vessel Frank D. Barker was headed for Escanaba, Michigan in the Upper Peninsula to take on a cargo of iron ore when bad weather sent it off course. It remained missing until 2025. Now, the 10-year-old two-masted wooden is the… · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

“It’s sad and I’m upset” Semolina to leave current site by end of year, seeks new location↗

fter more than five years in its current location at 2474 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Semolina will be closing its Bay View shop at the end of the year. Petra Orlowski, who owns and operates the store that specializes in handcrafted pasta and a… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Tyler Maas

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen closes, Midwest Sad refocuses on downtown location↗

ne Walker’s Point restaurant has closed its doors for good. Another is refocusing its energy on its previous location. After roughly two years in business, Japanese restaurant Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen, 704 S. 2nd St., announced its… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Matt Wild

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Milwaukee Comedy Festival↗

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¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Milwaukee Krampusnacht is coming back to town this December↗

or the past nine winters, Milwaukee has gotten wild, weird, and naughty with Milwaukee Krampusnacht. The annual blowout celebrates the half-goat/half-demon Krampus—a.k.a. a figure from Alpine folklore who punishes naughty children and acts… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Matt Wild

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Milwaukee Krampusnacht returns with more mischief and mayhem↗

Milwaukee Krampusnacht adds two monstrous additions this year, including a pre-party and a seance to communicate with the spirit of Captain Frederic Pabst. Get the full schedule here. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen is closed↗

After just over two years in business, the notable restaurant has announced that it has ceased operations. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Walker’s Point Restaurant Closes↗

Cute Robot Japanese Kitchen bids abrupt farewell. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Jeramey Jannene · Food & Drink

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

World-class Argentinian circus artist to dazzle Milwaukee with holiday Cirque↗

Plan for family holiday fun while celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by scoring tickets now to "Cirque Dreams: Holidaze." Recently, we chatted with Lucas Suárez about his experience with the show and how being Argentinian has shaped his… · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Midwest SAD Moving Back Downtown↗

Walker’s Point shop will 'pause.' · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

Deborah Hufford Brings Peshtigo Fire Roaring to Life in ‘The Fire Born’↗

We spoke with the Wisconsin author about her new novel, which explores the Up North disaster. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Tea Krulos

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

52 restaurants (week 39): An Ox Cafe↗

This gem brings utter deliciousness to the Columbus Park Neighborhood. Put them on your must-try list. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Celebrate Dolly Day with a rainbow-colored knife that gives back↗

On Sept. 25, Kuhn Rikon will donate 100% of sales from its colorful paring knife to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

Meet a Doors Open MKE ‘Super Searcher’↗

Blogger Matthew Hooper shares his tips for making the most of Milwaukee’s behind-the-scenes tours from Sept. 26-27. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Julia Watt

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Public Image Ltd wrestle with duality at Turner Hall Ballroom↗

xperimental post-punk band Public Image Ltd, led by former Sex Pistol and original punk figurehead John Lydon, came to Turner Hall Ballroom on Wednesday night. While the Sex Pistols’ initial existence only lasted a handful of years, PiL,… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Harrison Colby

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Vegan Bakery Opening Downtown Location↗

After a summer back in its “speakeasy” kitchen, Hooch MKE will again brick-and-mortar storefront. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

My first Mondo Lucha, and the final smackdown for The Beast↗

very type A neurotic needs a type B chill counterpart, someone to invite them to stuff that would have never crossed their desk, someone to suggest you have an experience that “could go either way” on the scale of comfort, fun, and… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Annie Raab

¶Local press Milwaukee Record

Check out Neighborhood Theater Group’s “Shocktoberfest” lineup↗

ure, it might still be September, but we’ve now officially entered fall and the alluring spirit of the Halloween season is in the chilly autumn air. There’s a long (and ever-growing) list of ways you can get wrapped up in “spooky season”… · at Milwaukee Record ↗

Tyler Maas

¶Local press Shepherd Express

Make the Trip to Tofte’s Table↗

Tofte's Table can be hard to pin down. It feels expansive, yet it's intimate: There are only 19 tables here, including bar seating. · Food & Drink at Shepherd Express ↗

Food & Drink

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Hilary Duff will bring the extended "Lucky Me" tour to Fiserv Forum↗

Hilary Duff is coming back to Milwaukee for just the second time in her career, as a 2027 extension of her 2026 world tour was just announced. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Get ready for North Shore Bank Southside Dining Week Sept. 27 - Oct. 3↗

There's even more to love about this food-filled community event, which is celebrating its sixth year with food samples, cooking demos and more family-friendly entertainment. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Council Walks Back Food Truck Curfew↗

With concerns unresolved, alderpersons vote 15-0 to repeal earlier closing times for food trucks. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

15 Things to Do in Milwaukee This Weekend: Sept. 24-27↗

As the summer fades, Milwaukee still offers plenty of fun events. This weekend, you'll find a documentary festival, waterside festival, symphonic celebration of soul and much more. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Anya Kelley

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

19 Beer Events Brewing in Milwaukee This Week: Sept. 23-27↗

It's a busy week of anniversaries, with Third Space, New Barons, Raised Grain, Dead Bird and Cafe Hollander blowing out candles. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Dan Murphy

¶Local press OnMilwaukee

Eat well & make a difference during Dine Out for Life Sept. 24-26↗

This life-saving event includes three days of dining to support HIV care when it's needed most. · at OnMilwaukee ↗

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

8 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Milwaukee↗

Salsa dancing, exhibitions and Day of the Dead ofrendas are among the local events marking Hispanic Heritage Month, from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Anya Kelley

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Council Suspends License of Third Ward Event Venue↗

After hours activity at issue. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Visit Milwaukee ‘Taps’ New Tourism Initiative↗

Historic sites, beer gardens and breweries on a new seven county "trail." · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

‘Maybe We’ll Fly’ Explores the Life and Legacy of Mary Nohl↗

Staged by Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, the premiere of Marie Kohler’s newest play is inspired by the late Wisconsin artist and her unrestrained creativity. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Brianna Schubert

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

Milwaukee’s Go-To Comedy Photographer Is a Comedian Himself↗

Diego Avila has fashioned a unique lane in the city’s stand-up scene. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Kelly Aiglon

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Downtown Restaurant Quietly Closes↗

Owner says multi-vendor model became challenging to sustain, already has new venture lined up. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

The Best Things to Do This Week, According to Our Editors: Sept. 21↗

Catch a documentary screening at the Oriental, shop farmers markets before the season ends and more. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Milwaukee Magazine Staff

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

After Wisconsin Lawsuit, USDA Tightens Rules On Dairy Marketing Funds↗

New directive blocks checkoff dollars from backing net-zero and climate neutrality efforts. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio · Food & Drink

¶Local press Urban Milwaukee

Downtown Salad Shop Shutters↗

'Your lease is currently in default' says notice. · Food & Drink at Urban Milwaukee ↗

Lauren Hafeman · Food & Drink

¶Local press Milwaukee Magazine

8 Must-See Spots at Doors Open This Year, According to Our Staff↗

From outdoor art to a brewery to a chance to peek into the sewers, here are a few Doors Open spots we're excited to see. Source · at Milwaukee Magazine ↗

Milwaukee Magazine Staff