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Haunted Places In Milwaukee: Are You Brave Enough To Visit These Spine-Chilling Hotspots?
MILWAUKEE, WI – Ever wondered if Milwaukee, Wisconsin‘s rich history has left behind more than just old buildings and vintage charm? From luxurious mansions to quaint cafes, our city is teeming with eerie tales of restless spirits and mysterious happenings. If you’re brave enough to explore, Milwaukee offers...
'A complete dud': Restaurants and businesses around Fiserv Forum are struggling
Last month, when plans for the RNC were ramping up, Brent Brashier said he was beyond excited. He says Doc’s Smokehouse, his downtown Milwaukee restaurant, lined up a contract with a national media organization to be its home base restaurant throughout the convention. Then two weeks until showtime, the organization pulled out of the contract, leaving Brashier high and dry.
Mayor: Restaurants’ Business Monday Dampened by Trump Announcement
Downtown restaurants, bars and other businesses experienced a slowdown in business – at dramatic levels in some cases – on the opening day of the Republican National Convention. In one illustration of that dip, Journal Sentinel dining critic Rachel Seis posted a photo on X of an almost...
Get Ready for the 2024 Harley-Davidson® Homecoming™ Festival
The annual Harley-Davidson Homecoming™ Festival, a four-day celebration of music and moto culture, is set to take place from July 25-28 in the Milwaukee region. With a mix of free and ticketed events, the festival promises a fantastic experience for all attendees. Headliners include the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jelly Roll and HARDY, with advance tickets available now at HDHomecoming.com. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for this exciting event.
RNC Milwaukee 2024; 1-on-1 with Bartolotta Restaurants owner Paul Bartolotta
MILWAUKEE - As Milwaukee prepares for its moment in the international spotlight, there is a lot of pressure on the city's hospitality partners. With 17 restaurants and catering facilities within Milwaukee, Paul Bartolotta, the owner of The Bartolotta Restaurants, goes one-on-one with Stephanie Grady to share his excitement ahead of a big week.
Fashion at RNC in Milwaukee features 'so much red, white and blue'
The 2024 Republican National Convention has kicked off in Milwaukee, and, to show their support for former President Donald Trump, attendees demonstrating their passion through patriotic fashion. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel staff took to the streets to find the RNC's boldest outfits and hear the stories behind them. Here's a look at what people...
'Unbelievable, delicious': RNC visitors are discovering Spotted Cow beer
As thousands of out-of-state visitors descended on Milwaukee for the start of the Republican National Convention on Monday, many seemed pleasantly surprised by a local delicacy: Spotted Cow beer. Spotted Cow is the best-selling beer made by the Wisconsin brewery New Glarus Brewing Company. The company brewed about 230,000 barrels of beer last year, 30% of which will be Spotted Cow, according to a report from the Wisconsin State Journal. ...
Feeding the RNC: Catering company preps for big parties
SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Ten miles south of the action of the RNC, the kitchen at Skyline Catering feels as busy as Fiserv Forum itself. Company co-owner Ernie Wunsch is keeping close watch as his staff prepares to cater several enormous events over the next few days. One event will serve more than 500 people.
These downtown Milwaukee restaurants are expanding hours, offerings during the RNC
Though many downtown restaurants, bars and businesses outside of the security zone of the Republican National Convention are disappointed by the lack of official bookings from the event’s estimated 50,000 visitors, they’re holding out hope that expanded hours and offerings will attract patrons throughout the course of the four-day convention. “People need to eat,” said Gregory Leon, chef-owner of downtown Spanish-Portuguese restaurant Amilinda, 315 E. Wisconsin Ave. “We’re right by the hotels, and if there’s going to...
RNC buzz: Babydog and ear bandages bring comic relief to second day of convention
MILWAUKEE — At the Republican National Convention on Tuesday, certain delegates honored former President Donald Trump for taking a bullet for the MAGA movement by sporting ear bandages. Trump, who survived an assassination attempt Saturday, has been wearing a white bandage over his right ear as it recovers from the gunshot wound. Also Tuesday, a […]
'Underrated' food scene or 'off' energy? Social media users weigh in on Milwaukee as RNC begins
As the national spotlight turned to Milwaukee on the first day of the Republican National Convention this week, visitors took to their keyboards to let their opinions on the city be known. Some called Milwaukee's food scene 'underrated'. CW26 Chicago TV host Brandon Pope posted a tweet on X, the...
Your guide to supporting local restaurants during the RNC
The Republican National Convention (RNC) takes place July 15-18, with an expected 50,000 visitors heading to Milwaukee for the event. While larger events like this generally mean more business for local restaurants, there has been an increased concern among local chefs and restaurateurs due to the overall lack of official bookings made prior to the convention.
Milwaukee Public Market; sampling the best Milwaukee has to offer
The Milwaukee Public Market was recently voted "Best public market in the nation in USA TODAY's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards" and there are plenty of reasons why that’s true. Brian Kramp is at the Milwaukee Public Market checking out all they have to offcer. St. Paul Fish Company...
Dozens of Wisconsin bars allowed to stay open late during RNC
As thousands of people descend on Milwaukee and surrounding southeast Wisconsin cities for the Republican National Convention, dozens of Wisconsin bars have been given the green light to stay open later than usual. Members of the media, delegates, and politicians alike can immerse themselves in an integral part of Wisconsin’s culture: enjoying a beer at […]
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