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A popular barbecue restaurant in South Milwaukee has unexpectedly closed. Find out why.
The smell of Tennessee barbecue is fading in South Milwaukee as Atwood Hwy BBQ has suddenly shut down its smoker and closed its doors. There were “a multitude of factors” behind the decision, according to owner Donteah Morehouse. The business, known for its ribs, brisket, pulled pork and...
Zoie Henry has been named live desk anchor on WISN-TV (Channel 12) morning news in Milwaukee
Zoie Henry has been named live desk anchor on the morning newscast at Milwaukee's WISN-TV (Channel 12). Henry will start her new gig, which involves a mix of anchor work and reporting, on the station's 4:30-to-7 a.m. newscast June 3. She is stepping into the job vacated by Mallory Anderson,...
Food & Wine picks this classic Milwaukee restaurant as the best barbecue in Wisconsin
When it comes to barbecue, everyone has their favorite spot — and opinions can vary. Earlier in the week, a West Allis restaurant made a list of the 100 best barbecue spots in the nation. Now, a Milwaukee restaurant has been named the best barbecue restaurant in Wisconsin. Food...
First-of-its-kind surgery saves giraffe at Milwaukee County Zoo
MILWAUKEE — Kendi, a 4-year-old male reticulated giraffe at The Milwaukee County Zoo, has made history by successfully undergoing a groundbreaking surgery for a unique breeding injury. Kendi sustained the injury while attempting to breed with Maya, a 6-year-old female. The zoo's animal care team discovered Kendi's injury, a...
New MADACC dog adoption program to help overflow
MILWAUKEE - Need a new best friend? The Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission is launching a program to help you find one. MADACC executive director Karen Sparapani said they are overwhelmed with all kinds of dogs, and the numbers keep growing. "We have never been full, full, full," Sparapani...
Bay Street Pub, south side Denny's and Star Grocery recommended to reopen after city meeting
The Common Council Licenses Committee made recommendations to approve the licenses for Bay View's Bay Street Pub, a south side Denny's with a suspension on late-night operations, and Riverwest's Star Grocery corner store at its May 7 meeting. The licenses of those establishments had been put on pause due to...
Here's the lineup for Jazz in the Park 2024
And NOW we can officially celebrate the start of the Great Milwaukee Summer, as Jazz in the Park – one of the most beloved of the city's free outdoor concert series – today announced the dates and musical lineup for its 2024 return. Hosted as always in Cathedral...
Milwaukee rapper becomes viral sensation
MILWAUKEE — Josiah Gillie is constantly making national headlines. The rapper is better known as J.P. The Milwaukee native has nearly 1 million followers on TikTok alone. He's gained success with his different sound that he says is native to Milwaukee called "lowend music." J.P.'s debut album will be...
Kwik Trip announces new 'Dunker' chip coming to stores this weekend
MILWAUKEE — Kwik Trip announced a new "Urge" brand potato chip coming to stores this weekend. The gas station posted a picture of the new "Blueberry Dunker Donut" ripple potato chip on X. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in...
Piggly Wiggly in Brookfield will officially close June 15 after months of rumored closure
The Piggy Wiggly grocery store in Brookfield's Elmbrook Plaza will officially close June 15, the store's general manager Earl Brunelle confirmed to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Thursday morning. Brunelle said owner Tony Sendik decided to close the store and that the news would be posted in-store next week for customers.
A new casual Mexican restaurant is opening in the Marquette area
Taco Pros, an Illinois-based Mexican restaurant franchise, is coming to 1400 W. Wells St. The casual restaurant will open in early June, franchise co-owner Darmesh Ghelani said. Taco Pros opened in 2019 in Oak Park, Illinois, and has expanded throughout Illinois and Indiana, and now into Wisconsin. A location in...
Maria’s and Lisa’s Are Bringing Back Their Beloved Pizzas
Maria’s and Lisa’s have more in common than their female names. They’re two old-school Milwaukee pizzerias (Maria’s dates to 1957, Lisa’s to 1960) with rabid fan bases and a similar problem – their owners were getting out of the business. Happily, each has a new owner in possession of the original recipes and eager to bring back the magic. Not reinvent the wheel. Restore the luster. Amen to that!
North Avenue Market becoming Southern restaurant and bar
North Avenue Market, 5900 W. North Ave., is switching from a food hall to a restaurant and events center. It's called Christopher's Southern Kitchen & Bar and the transition to the new format has begun. An open house is scheduled from June 4 to June 9. Bittercube will continue to...
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