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A Historic Home’s Second Act | Milwaukee News (opens the original)
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A historic 1913 Arts & Crafts gem on Layton Avenue, once owned by a Wisconsin Motor foreman and later a physician who turned a maid’s room into his office, narrowly escaped demolition after a 2002 fire. Saved by a landmarking campaign and community rallying, it was lovingly restored by current owners in historic preservation—complete with a charred staircase as a tribute to its resilience. Now listed at $350K, this survivor blends timeless charm with modern updates, ready for its next chapter. L
China in a Wisconsin Senate Race | Milwaukee News (opens the original)
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In a surprising twist, China has become the centerpiece of Wisconsin’s razor-thin Senate race, as challenger Jenna Jacobson’s new ad accuses incumbent Howard Marklein of profiting from Chinese investments while voting against American-made goods. Marklein’s campaign calls the ad deceptive and a smear, noting his financial disclosures show past holdings in emerging market funds — many tied to China — though recent filings omit those specifics. Republicans counter that such investments are common,
Milwaukee Tests Proactive Rental Inspections | Milwaukee News (opens the original)
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Milwaukee’s about to test a bold new idea: proactive rental inspections in Uptown, where inspectors can show up without a tenant complaint—targeting absentee landlords and hidden hazards before they escalate. The five-year pilot aims to fix serious issues like no running water or unsafe wiring, while sparing owner-occupied homes. Properties that pass get a clean slate for five years; those with violations get a chance to repair—or face annual checks and fees. If approved, this could reshape how
Milwaukee Parking Meters Go Cardless | Milwaukee News (opens the original)
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Starting October 1st, Milwaukee drivers will need to ditch their credit cards at parking meters—Park-O-Meter is shutting down its service with almost no warning. Still got options: coins or the ParkMobile app (which charges a 30-cent fee). The city’s scrambling to find a new vendor to replace the system, originally planned in 2018 for $3.5 million across 7,000 spots. No timeline yet for card payments to return. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dn
Milwaukee Parking Meters Go Digital | Milwaukee News (opens the original)
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Starting October 1st, Milwaukee drivers won’t be able to swipe cards at parking meters—Park-O-Meter’s sudden shutdown leaves the city scrambling. Still pay with your card? Just use the ParkMobile app or online. Coins are still accepted. The city’s already hunting a new vendor to restore card payments ASAP, since they were already planning a switch before this surprise move. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.
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