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Stories from around Milwaukee

Guides, tips, and things to do — written for people who actually live here (or wish they did).

Fall color along a Wisconsin scenic drive

Top 5 Wisconsin Drives for Fall Color — Every One Ends at a Tower

Five state-park towers worth the climb, ranked from an easy afternoon out of Milwaukee to a full weekend loop — plus quick trips within an hour and brewery stops along every route.

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The Milwaukee RiverWalk at dusk

A Local's Guide to the Milwaukee Riverwalk

Three miles, three neighborhoods, one river — where to walk, eat, paddle, and photograph along the Milwaukee Riverwalk. Real picks, no fluff.

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Milwaukee skyline at dusk over the lakefront

Milwaukee’s Labor Day Weekend Guide

The last long weekend of summer, mapped out — The RIDE Home at the Harley-Davidson Museum, Third Ward art all weekend, Laborfest at the lakefront on Monday, and where to be in between.

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The Milwaukee RiverWalk at dusk

Historic Third Ward Guide

Where to eat, shop, and gallery-hop in Milwaukee's old warehouse district — plus real parking details and a short walking route along the RiverWalk.

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Milwaukee lakefront at sunset

Taking Your Dog Along on Your Adventures

Careful preparation makes for a far more pleasurable road trip — how to keep your dog safe and stress-free, plus dog-friendly spots around Milwaukee.

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Milwaukee Public Market at night

Best Patios for a Summer Afternoon

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