Milwaukee, WI
My Best of Milwaukee: Stacia Thompson’s Food and Impact Tour
BY: STACIA THOMPSON, SHERMAN PHOENIX
FIND MORE OF THE BEST OF MILWAUKEE 2024 HERE
Editor’s Note: This year, Milwaukee Magazine asked several notable Milwaukeeans for their takes on the Best of Milwaukee. Many responded with much more great stuff than we could publish in our print issue, so we just had to share more of their picks here! Stacia Thompson is executive director of Sherman Phoenix.
I am thrilled to share some of the city’s most exciting and innovative spaces, activities and organizations that have made a significant impact in 2024. These highlights reflect both my personal interests and the broader community’s vibrant spirit. Milwaukee continues to evolve and innovate, offering fresh, locally made, and impactful experiences that embrace change while staying true to the city’s roots.
The Milwaukee Wine Academy has been a revelation for wine enthusiasts as well as novices like myself. Their engaging classes, led by expert instructors, offer a fun, interactive environment to learn about wine. The academy’s diverse wine selections, carefully curated from around the world, enhance the tasting experience.
The academy also hosts personalized wine tastings perfect for corporate gatherings, family reunions or social get-togethers. With a focus on inclusivity, the academy caters to all backgrounds and tastes, creating a vibrant community of wine lovers.
Culture X Design has been a game-changer in the city’s event scene. Their monthly events, ranging from panel discussions to live karaoke, have brought the city out to vibe to local artists performing celebrities’ music with live bands.
Their Groove Theory Series and the newly curated Summer of Soul have been particularly impactful. The latter, a free series in the heart of Downtown, focuses on inclusivity and accessibility, centering performers, businesses and audiences of color.
Sherman Phoenix has always been a hub of community activity, and I may be biased, but this year it has truly outdone itself. New storefronts like J.Riley, Classic Shoppe and House of Vitali-tea have joined the ranks of The Table and Queens Closet, creating a diverse and dynamic shopping experience.
House of Vitali-tea has been hosting Wellness Our Way every first Saturday of the month, an event that has quickly become a community favorite, thanks to the charismatic hosting by radio personality Promise.
On the culinary front, new eateries Fully Loaded and Richmond’s Food for Your Soul have joined Baked Dreams and Planted Vibes, offering a gastronomic delight for every palate. The Summer Front Porch series continues to bring live music and entertainment, making Sherman Phoenix a must-visit destination.
Milwaukee Wave coach Marcio Leite 2025-26 team’s evolution in MASL
See first-year Milwaukee Wave head coach Marcio Leite discuss the roles of younger players and veterans as the 2025-26 MASL season begins.
The Milwaukee Wave had been in the awkward position of trying to sell tickets to the MASL championship series without knowing when it would actually host a game.
The questions were answered late April 19, when the San Diego Sockers beat the St. Louis Ambush in the other semifinal in overtime. Their series didn’t even start until four days after the Wave eliminated the Baltimore Blast with victories in a regulation Game 2 and knockout Game 3 at the UWM Panther Arena.
Now the finals are set for two of the most decorated teams in arena soccer.
The Wave will host Game 1 at 6:35 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 and then the series will finish at the Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California, with Game 2 at 9:30 p.m. April 24 and a potential Game 3 at 9 p.m. April 27.
Three versions of the Sockers have totaled 16 championships in various indoor league with the latest iteration founded in 2009 owning six of those. The Wave has seven.
First-year Wave head coach Marcio Leite has won titles with both franchises.
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on early Sunday morning on the 4900 block of W. Capitol Drive that left one person injured.
An 18-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
TMJ4
The police is currently looking for an unknown suspect at this time.
Those with information regarding the shooting are encouraged to contact the Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips to remain anonymous.
Let’s talk:
Hey there! At TMJ4 News, we’re all about listening to our audience and tackling the stuff that really matters to you. Got a story idea, tip, or just want to chat about this piece? Hit us up using the form below. For more ways to get in touch, head over to tmj4.com/tips.
It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device.
Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more.
Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Police Department requested the public’s help to find 11-year-old Sir’Charles Bason, a critically missing boy who was last seen near Teutonia and Kiley at around 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, April 18.
Police described Bason as 4 feet, 5 inches tall with a slim build, brown eyes and black, low-cut hair. He was last seen wearing a gray jacket with green lines, dark-colored jeans, tan sandals and carrying gray Nike Jordan shoes.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
What you can do:
Anyone with information on Bason’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 4 at 414-935-7242.
The Source: The Milwaukee Police Department released information.
-
Lifestyle3 minutes agoWe beef with the Pope and admire the Stanley Cup : Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!
-
Technology15 minutes agoThis pasta sauce wants to record your family
-
World21 minutes agoMassive 7.5-magnitude earthquake hits off Japanese coast, tsunami alert issued
-
Politics27 minutes agoUS military announces another deadly strike against ‘narco-terrorists’
-
Health33 minutes agoCancer tied to woman’s vaping habit since age 15 as she’s now given just months to live
-
Sports39 minutes agoPolice report details Zachariah Branch’s arrest days before NFL Draft over sidewalk incident
-
Technology45 minutes agoBMW puts humanoid robots to work building EVs
-
Business51 minutes agoAMC’s Adam Aron backs David Ellison’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery