Sound-off: Should cops bust folks with library fines?
Sun, 7 Sep 2008 05:16:00 CST - Should people who don't return their library books have the book thrown at them, or is this making a crime out of something that's not?

Popular pumpkin patches around Wisconsin
Sun, 7 Sep 2008 05:09:00 CST - It's been a bumper crop year for them, in the Hoffmanns' back garden, and around the state. That's thanks in part to ample rainfall early in the summer and sunny weather lately.

Bay View Bash: Sept. 13
Sun, 7 Sep 2008 05:08:00 CST - In its fifth year, the Bay View Bash is Milwaukee's largest neighborhood street festival with 25,000 attendees last year. It features three stages of live music, a children's area, a car show and tons of food, commodity and art vendors.

Can Bielema, Wisconsin get back to Pasedena?
Sun, 7 Sep 2008 05:04:00 CST - Bret Bielema has taken his first two Wisconsin teams to New Year's Day bowl games. But does this year's squad have what it takes to get back to the Rose Bowl?

Milwaukee Talks: Eric Wagner of Diablos Rojos
Sat, 6 Sep 2008 05:30:00 CST - In this segment of "Milwaukee Talks," OnMilwaukee.com tracks down Eric Wagner of Diablos Rojos Restaurant Group and chats with him about Trocadero, Fat Abbey Cafe, Café Hollander and the newest venture in Bay View.

Rev Pop cultivates Milwaukee's creative class
Sat, 6 Sep 2008 05:28:00 CST - As a company, Rev Pop's multi-media base works in web design, video art and print mediums. But as a concept, Rev Pop produces much more than an incredible product. Encompassing the vision and approach of owner Scott Starr, Rev Pop conveys the remarkable ability and intelligence of Milwaukee's creative class.

Metcalf's DVD Screening Room: Sept. 6, 2008
Sat, 6 Sep 2008 05:24:00 CST - In this week's installment of the Screening Room, OnMilwaukee.com movie expert Mark Metcalf looks at a pair of documentaries: "In the Shadow of the Moon" and "No End in Sight."

Ladylike luxe reigns in fall fashion
Sat, 6 Sep 2008 05:19:00 CST - All right, I admit: I'm not looking forward to the weather cooling down (maybe some of you are). But I love fall and winter clothing-it's what gets me through the season: warm wool coats, thick opaque tights, jeans tucked into boots, cozy sweaters -- love it!

Cafe Centraal grand opening slated for Sept. 17
Sat, 6 Sep 2008 05:01:00 CST - Cafe Centraal, the latest venture of Diablos Rojos restaurant group, will open Sept. 17 at 2306 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. in "downtown" Bay View.

Fashion for men and women Flaires up in the Ward
Fri, 5 Sep 2008 05:17:00 CST - The Third Ward welcomes Flaire to 407 E. Buffalo St. in October. Locally owned by the style-savvy Jenna Shultz, the shop promises to be an intimate, comfortable shopping experience offering names never before seen in the Milwaukee market.

The politics of potholes
Fri, 5 Sep 2008 05:15:00 CST - Pothole repair has become all the rage this year. But perhaps there's a bigger issue at hand, suggests Ald. Ashanti Hamilton.

Theater preview: "The Rat Pack is Back"
Fri, 5 Sep 2008 05:09:00 CST - They've been called the next best thing to experiencing the original Rat Pack in the flesh. "The Rat Pack is Back" pays tribute to the fabulous era of Frank, Sammy, Dean and Joey.

Transcript: John McCain's acceptance speech
Fri, 5 Sep 2008 05:02:00 CST - Sen. John McCain accepted his party's nomination for president at the Republican National Convention Thursday night in St. Paul. Here is a transcript of his speech.

A guide to dining out in Brookfield
Thu, 4 Sep 2008 05:33:00 CST - Lately the Brookfield dining scene seems to be growing exponentially by the year, offering a broader range of options for area diners. Here is an updated account of what the western suburb is bringing to the dining table.

OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: Sept. 4, 2008
Thu, 4 Sep 2008 05:29:00 CST - We always appreciate a cool, refreshing drink in the editorial office. This week, it's infused with cucumbers. We'll sip it and munch trial mix while discussing a cool movie, a great musical collaboration and a way to prevent colds.

MRI helps maturing Snapdragon Records take flight
Thu, 4 Sep 2008 05:25:00 CST - Less than three years have passed since we last chatted with Snapdragon Records founder and president Kristan Harris, but much has changed with the Milwaukee company.

Family Weekend Roundup: Sept. 6-7, 2008
Thu, 4 Sep 2008 05:25:00 CST - Lots of fun happening this weekend in Milwaukee, and it's all in this week's Roundup!

On paper, U.S. Ryder Cup team looks stronger
Thu, 4 Sep 2008 05:05:00 CST - U.S. Ryder Cup captain Paul Azinger made his wild-card picks, including Wisconsin native Steve Stricker (pictured) and is ready to take on the European team in Louisville.

Local gal predicts personality through "Face Clues"
Wed, 3 Sep 2008 05:37:00 CST - Milwaukee's Renee Ayr says she can tell a lot about you, just by looking at your face. Her new project, called "Face Clues," puts her talents to the test.

The .357 String Band shoots back with "Fire & Hail"
Wed, 3 Sep 2008 05:25:00 CST - We managed to catch up with The .357 String Band singer and guitarist Derek Dunn to ask about the quartet's second record -- "Fire & Hail" -- the band, the ongoing tour and more.