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  • Yankees' success is proof Brewers are a lost cause

    OnMilwaukee.com – 1 hr 42 mins ago  

    When the Yankees and their bloated payroll won the World Series last week, it was a signal to OnMilwaukee.com sports columnist Dave Begel that rooting for the Brewers is another in a long line of lost causes. Full Story »

  • Melodie Wilson dies after long cancer battle

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 9:25 pm ET  

    Former Milwaukee TV anchor Melodie Wilson turned her own cancer diagnosis into a way to help women battling the disease Full Story »

  • Yes, breakfast was bacon and chocolate

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 6:10 pm ET  

    Breakfast was a chocolate cupcake served with bacon three ways. Yes, pieces of bacon inside the cupcake, on top of the cupcake and bacon fat replacing a portion of the oil in the batter. Full Story »

  • Hosed on Brady fires up the East Side

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 5:40 pm ET  

    As Milwaukee institutions like At Random, Art Bar and The Foundation have come to show, when a bar gets a theme right, it is oh, so very right. Hosed on Brady, a firefighter inspired bar, is the latest to gather memorabilia and pull in the real deal in the hopes of joining ranks with some of Milwaukee's favorites. Full Story »

  • Three restaurants say goodbye to Milwaukee diners

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 4:40 pm ET  

    Two Milwaukee restaurants closed recently, and a third will serve its last meal this Sunday. Full Story »

  • How to pick the perfect pooch

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 4:25 pm ET  

    OnMilwaukee.com consulted dog experts Stacy LaPoint, owner of Companion Natural Pet Food, and Jill Albers, a Wisconsin Humane Society volunteer, to get tips for picking the dog that's right for you and your family. Full Story »

  • Scouting report: Kurt's Steak House in Delafield

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 2:25 pm ET  

    In recent years, the term "steak house" has become synonymous with the phrase "à la carte." But Kurt's Steak House in Delafield sheds that misconception, offering steak house quality cuts with the accoutrements, atmosphere and price of a traditional Wisconsin supper club. Full Story »

  • Familiar names advance to state semifinals

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 2:25 pm ET  

    Marquette and Arrowhead -- private and public school powerhouses -- face off this weekend for a chance at the state finals. Full Story »

  • OnMedia: Yes, "V" was inspired by the Milwaukee Art Museum

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 12:10 pm ET  

    One of the men behind ABC's "V" confirms that Santiago Calatrava's structure on Lake Michigan is the inspiration for the interior of the Mothership on the show ... Local broadcasters win regional Emmys ... and Taylor Swift provides the best "Saturday Night Live" of the season. Full Story »

  • Politicos react to passage of health care reform bill

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 11:40 am ET  

    The Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representative approved a landmark health care reform bill Saturday night by a 220-215 vote. BizTimes Milwaukee collected reactions about the legislation from Wisconsin's Congressional delegation and others. Their comments follow. Full Story »

  • Gig roundup: Green River Ordinance gets grassroots support

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 10:25 am ET  

    It was a long way to go, but Fort Worth quintet Green River Ordinance got there in a short period of time. The band's name refers to the colloquial name for laws banning door-to-door sales. So it's ironic that a groundswell of support led to an opening slot for Bon Jovi in Dallas just a couple years after the band recorded its debut in its church basement. Full Story »

  • Free breakfast tomorrow at McDonald's

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 10:10 am ET  

    McDonald's restaurants throughout Southeastern Wisconsin will offer all customers a free hotcakes and sausage platter from 6 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. Full Story »

  • UWM women kick into NCAA tourney, MU waits

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 8:10 am ET  

    Sarah Hagen tied a school record Sunday with four goals to lead the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee women to a 4-0 victory. UWM also gained an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament. Marquette, meanwhile, should also get a bid. Full Story »

  • Green Bay Replay: Buccaneers 38, Packers 28

    OnMilwaukee.com – Mon Nov 9, 6:25 am ET  

    The second half of the Packers' season is no longer about driving for a division title or chasing a playoff berth. In the wake of a stunning loss to previously winless Tampa Bay Sunday afternoon at Raymond James Stadium, the remaining eight games on Green Bay's schedule will be a battle for survival and a referendum on the team's leadership, specifically head coach Mike McCarthy. Full Story »

  • Plenty of blame to go around for Packers struggles

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sun Nov 8, 8:40 pm ET  

    At 4-4, the Packers are far from out of playoff competition. But at the same time, Green Bay is far from being a legitimate contender. There's plenty of reasons and plenty of blame to go around, but ultimately, the root of the problems can be found on the sideline and inside the big, corner office at 1265 Lombardi Ave. Full Story »

  • Entrepreneur turns up the heat in Waukesha

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sun Nov 8, 4:25 pm ET  

    It all started with a love for Frank's Red Hot -- that cayenne pepper sauce that tastes delicious on just about everything. It lit a fire under Waukesha's Dave Mennenoh to create his own, small-batch sauce company. Full Story »

  • Hardy trade just the beginning

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sun Nov 8, 10:25 am ET  

    At first glance, Doug Melvin's decision to trade J.J. Hardy for a virtually unknown centerfielder raised some eyebrows. But look beyond the surface, and you'll see a deal that is merely setting the table for what's yet to come. Full Story »

  • Sunday Sound-off: Lakefront parking meters

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sun Nov 8, 8:25 am ET  

    County Executive Scott Walked has suggested putting parking meters at popular Lakefront attractions with the hope of closing a growing budget gap. What do you think, Milwaukee? Here's your chance to voice your opinion. Full Story »

  • Saturday Scorecard: Did you hear about the Bucks?

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sun Nov 8, 12:55 am ET  

    Five games is a small sample and nobody is printing playoff tickets yet, but the Bucks are taking steps toward winning back fans and creating buzz. The play of rookie point guard Brandon Jennings (foreground) has been impressive, Andrew Bogut (above) looks healthy and second-round pick Jodie Meeks joined forces with both during a blowout victory over the Knicks on Saturday. Full Story »

  • The necessary evils of sexual education

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sat Nov 7, 4:25 pm ET  

    More than ever, sex education is an important part of a teenager's high school experience. OnMilwaukee.com sex/relationships columnist Sarah Foster thinks that parents need to step to the plate when it comes to teaching kids about the "birds and the bees." Full Story »

  • Strong brands and brilliant bastards

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sat Nov 7, 4:25 pm ET  

    Why do certain companies seem like it's "fun" to work for them? The answer lies in the branding. Full Story »

  • Barrett's water discounts are smart thinking

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sat Nov 7, 1:25 pm ET  

    Kudos to Tom Barrett and the M7 Water Council for at least discussing a way to discount water for businesses looking to come to Milwaukee. Full Story »

  • Paperwork still stacks up after 30 years

    OnMilwaukee.com – Sat Nov 7, 8:25 am ET  

    For three decades, Paperwork has been an anchor business in the unique Downer Avenue shopping district.The block is now under construction, but by Thanksgiving, the work should be completed. This is important to Paperwork owner Lynn Hartwig, who wants to keep her business and community as strong as possible. Full Story »

  • Grace Weber loses, and wins, on "Oprah"

    OnMilwaukee.com – Fri Nov 6, 7:25 pm ET  

    Wauwatosa's talented Grace Weber didn't make it through to the next round of Oprah Winfrey's karaoke competition. But she isn't coming home empty-handed Full Story »

  • Marquette, Bradford continue march to Madison

    OnMilwaukee.com – Fri Nov 6, 5:55 pm ET  

    A standing-room-only crowd of more than 4,500 is expected for tonight's WIAA playoff battle between Marquette and Kenosha Bradford, and why not? Fans have made solid arguments listing both the Hilltoppers and Red Devils as the team to beat in Division 1 this year - and the teams have done little to tarnish those images. Full Story »

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