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Contributing writer at Milwaukee Magazine. Stringer for Associated Press Sports and MLB.com. Allegheny Mountains born and raised. Marquette University grad. website: www.richrovito.com

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"I encourage people who live in Milwaukee … to come Downtown and enjoy everything that Downtown and the nearby neighborhoods have to offer. They deserve our patronage,” Mayor Cavalier Johnson says of businesses not seeing the RNC windfall he’d hoped for.

Mayor Rallies Locals to Downtown Restaurants, Addresses Police Shootingwww.milwaukeemag.com Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Wednesday called on residents of the region to come to the rescue. He also addressed Tuesday’s fatal shooting by police from Ohio of a man near a park a mile away f...

The Republican National Convention is a major event for Downtown Milwaukee framed by a massive security presence. What it's like behind (and outside) the fences.

RNC Day One: What’s It Like Behind the Fences?www.milwaukeemag.com In the center of an otherwise sparse Downtown, the convention’s activity is framed by a massive security presence. Read the story here.

Some Downtown restaurants, bars and other businesses experienced a significant slowdown in business on the opening day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Why? Thousands were inside Fiserv Forum for hours waiting for Donald Trump.

Mayor: Restaurants’ Business Monday Dampened by Trump Announcementwww.milwaukeemag.com RNC attendees stayed inside or around Fiserv Forum while waiting for Donald Trump’s appearance at the convention, Mayor Cavalier Johnson says.

Shank Hall owner Peter Jest’s journey as a music promoter is detailed in the new biography "We Had Fun and Nobody Died," written with Milwaukee writer, editor and librarian Amy Waldman. Lots of great stories in the book.

Conversation With Peter Jest and Author Amy Waldmanwww.milwaukeemag.com ‘We Had Fun and Nobody Died’ – a biography of the Shank Hall owner – is out now. Read our Q&A with the author and Peter Jest here.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson says plan for Republican National Convention built over past 18 months will keep visitors safe. He also emphasizes long-term economic benefits of convention.

Mayor Talks Security As RNC Kicks Off in Milwaukeewww.milwaukeemag.com Mayor Cavalier Johnson says the plan built over the past 18 months will keep visitors safe, emphasizes long-term economic benefits of convention.

Looking Back at ‘This is Milwaukee.' In 2020, a civic storytelling project from journalist Mary Louise Schumacher and photographer Kevin Miyazaki captured conversations ahead of the DNC. Now, they reflect on the results as the RNC arrives in the city.

Looking Back at ‘This is Milwaukee’ Four Years Laterwww.milwaukeemag.com Four years ago, a civic storytelling project captured conversations ahead of the DNC. Now, the people behind it reflect on the results.

Freddy Peralta remains a reliable arm for #Brewers despite up-and-down campaign. Peralta made his 19th start on Friday but took the loss against the #Nationals.

Peralta remains reliable arm for Crew despite up-and-down campaignwww.mlb.com MILWAUKEE -- On a pitching staff decimated by injuries, Freddy Peralta has provided the Brewers with much-needed reliability. The 28-year-old right-hander made his 19th start of the season on Friday w...

Political anchors and reporters from all major national news outlets will deliver daily reports and host shows from Milwaukee during the RNC. Several of them spoke with me about what they’re expecting over the next week. Here's my story for Milwaukee Magazine.

What Media Members Are Expecting at Milwaukee’s RNCwww.milwaukeemag.com They weigh in on conventions evolving role in politics, the vibe-wrecking security and the outsized electoral role of Wisconsin in this election.

Tobias Myers pitched eight scoreless innings, Rhys Hoskins and Willy Adames hit home runs, and the Milwaukee Brewers cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0 on Wednesday night.

Myers tosses 8 scoreless innings, Hoskins and Adames homer as Brewers blank Pirates 9-0apnews.com Tobias Myers pitched eight scoreless innings and Rhys Hoskins and Willy Adames homered as the Milwaukee Brewers cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0.

Tobias Myers pitched eight scoreless innings, Rhys Hoskins and Willy Adames hit home runs, and the Milwaukee Brewers cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0 on Wednesday night. apnews.com/article/pira...

Joey Bart hit a grand slam and the #Pirates scored six runs in the sixth inning to storm past the #Brewers 12-2 on Tuesday night. Story updated with quotes from both sides.

Bart hits grand slam, 1 of 5 Pirates homers, in 12-2 rout of Brewersapnews.com Joey Bart hit a grand slam and the Pittsburgh Pirates scored six runs in the sixth inning to storm past the Milwaukee Brewers 12-2.

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design have joined forces to produce a new art project at the airport. The first installation – Project Reframe – is the work of 2021 MIAD graduate Liz Geoffrey.

MIAD’s New Gallery at the Airport Showcases a Recent Grad’s Workwww.milwaukeemag.com Currently on view in Concourse D is the work of 2021 grad Liz Geoffrey. Get a look at ‘Project Reframe,’ on view now, here.

“In a lot of cities, like Chicago, this is one of many events they will be hosting. For Milwaukee, this is THE event.” -Visit Milwaukee's Peggy Williams-Smith on what the Republican National Convention means for the city.

Peggy Williams-Smith on What the RNC Means for Milwaukeewww.milwaukeemag.com Peggy Williams-Smith, president and CEO of Visit Milwaukee, spoke about the RNC at the Milwaukee’s Newsmaker Luncheon on Monday.

It took one mighty swing of the bat from #Brewers struggling slugger Rhys Hoskins to spark a sixth-inning rally and lead Milwaukee to a 6-3 win over the #Rangers on Monday night.

Hoskins puts recent struggles behind him with clutch slamwww.mlb.com MILWAUKEE -- Rhys Hoskins had struggled since returning from the injured list on May 31 after missing 15 games with a right hamstring strain. Limited to three extra-base hits since his return entering...

“The city’s busy road construction activity is in full swing. Those projects will temporarily stop for the few days around the convention, to accommodate many more people traveling around than we would usually experience."

Several Street Construction Projects to Be Halted During RNCwww.milwaukeemag.com Other than that, it’s business as usual for the DPW’s summer projects. Read about what the city is doing here.

U.S. Secret Service: “Milwaukee does have a long history of successful independent event planning...Previous experience and extensive preparation all contribute to a level of confidence ahead of this convention.” Security perimeter set for #RNC.

What Is the Perimeter for the RNC 2024?www.milwaukeemag.com The U.S. Secret Service announced the increased security measures, road closures and more. Here’s everything you need to know about the RNC 2024 perimeter.

Yusei Kikuchi and four #BlueJays relievers combined to shut out the #Brewers 3-0 on Tuesday night in Milwaukee.

Kikuchi, four Blue Jays relievers combine to shut out Brewers 3-0apnews.com Yusei Kikuchi and four Toronto Blue Jays relievers combined to shut out the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Tuesday night.

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is gearing up for Republican National Convention travel with added flights, larger aircraft and more.

What Is the Airport Doing to Accommodate Increased RNC Traffic?www.milwaukeemag.com Milwaukee Mitchell International is gearing up for convention travel with added flights, larger aircraft and more. See what they’re doing ahead of the RNC here.

“He was a gentle person who cared deeply about Milwaukee. He served our community with distinction." Remembering Marquette University President Michael Lovell, who died Sunday in Rome.

Marquette University President Michael Lovell Has Diedwww.milwaukeemag.com Marquette University President Michael Lovell died on Sunday while in Rome, leaving a devastating void that extends far beyond the boundaries of the university.

After leading the Wisconsin Humane Society for 13 years, Anne Reed settled into retired life in late 2022. She took up painting and made a couple trips to France. But Reed’s full-fledged retirement didn’t last long. Read about Milwaukee Film's new CEO.

Meet Anne Reed, Milwaukee Film’s New CEOwww.milwaukeemag.com After six months as interim CEO, the former Wisconsin Humane Society leader accepted the full-time gig in May.

‘It feels terrific,’ #Brewers owner Mark Attanasio says of the team’s expectation-shattering hot start during a wide-ranging session with reporters.

Brewers Owner Mark Attanasio on Counsell, Murphy and Morewww.milwaukeemag.com ‘It feels terrific,’ he says of the team’s expectation-shattering hot start during a wide-ranging session with reporters.

An event in Silver City, New Mexico today commemorates the 100th anniversary of the The Gila Wilderness Area, which became the world’s first designated wilderness with the effort of Aldo Leopold, who spent much of his life in Wisconsin. Read about it here. tinyurl.com/4a6mrjsy

Looking Back at Aldo Leopold’s Environmental Work in Wisconsintinyurl.com It’s been 75 years since ‘A Sand County Almanac’ was published and 100 years since the Gila Wilderness Area became the world’s first designated wilderness.

#Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins had this to say: “I think it’s a positive thing for our game. It’s bringing light to the players that came before us and giving them the respect that they rightfully deserve.”

Major leaguers praise inclusion of Negro Leagues statistics into major league recordsapnews.com Baseball players and fans alike are learning more about the Negro Leagues after the statistics for more than 2,300 players — historic figures like Josh Gibson, Oscar Charleston, Satchel Paige and Mule...

The #Brewers pummeled #Cubs hurler Shota Imanaga, the majors' best pitcher, but the defense of Blake Perkins stood out most. "He pretty much won the game for us on defense, not even counting what he did for us at the plate," Christian Yelich said.

Yelich, Perkins and Adames homer as Brewers come to life against Cubs, Imanaga in 10-6 winapnews.com Christian Yelich, Blake Perkins and Willy Adames hit home runs and the Brewers erupted for five runs in the third against Shota Imanaga as Milwaukee downed the Chicago Cubs 10-6.

Milwaukee Brewers closer Trevor Megill said Wednesday he hopes to avoid a stint on the injured list, one day after being struck on his pitching arm by a line drive.

Brewers closer Trevor Megill hopes to avoid a stint on injured list after being struck by line driveapnews.com Milwaukee Brewers closer Trevor Megill said Wednesday he hopes to avoid a stint on the injured list, one day after being struck on his pitching arm by a line drive.

#Brewers ace Freddy Peralta strikes out 11 but gets a no-decision vs. #Cubs on Tuesday night, leaving him without a victory in five starts during the month. Peralta finishes May with back-to-back strong starts but Milwaukee's offense comes up short.

Peralta shows ace-like dominance with 11 K's in Crew's tough losswww.mlb.com MILWAUKEE -- Freddy Peralta showed signs of dominance on the mound on Tuesday night against the Cubs, striking out 11 batters, including four in a row to start the game and seven in the first three in...

Lakefront Brewery, the Milwaukee area’s largest craft brewer and one of its oldest, is making its first acquisition. Lakefront revealed plans to purchase Kenosha’s Public Craft Brewing Co., which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last month. www.milwaukeemag.com/lakefront-br...

Lakefront Brewery Will Purchase Public Craft Brewing of Kenoshawww.milwaukeemag.com The 12-year-old brewery in downtown Kenosha had filed for Chapter 11 protection last month, five years after opening a new expansion.

Milwaukee Film is bringing Alfred Hitchcock's "The Lodger," based on the story of Jack the Ripper, to Milwaukee's Oriental Theatre on Tuesday. Renowned English organist Richard Hills will provide accompaniment on the theater's restored 1925 Wurlitzer pipe organ.

Richard Hills to Play Live Organ at Film Screening at Oriental Theatrewww.milwaukeemag.com See ‘The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog’ with accompaniment by Richard Hills on Tuesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. at the Oriental Theatre.

Citing funding challenges, Milwaukee Children's Choir is merging with the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music.

Milwaukee Children’s Choir Will Join Wisconsin Conservatory of Musicwww.milwaukeemag.com Milwaukee Children’s Choir will join Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. The choir cites funding challenges in announcing the merger.

Milwaukee artist Michael Cerda paints a tribute to paletero culture. Project is part of a #Brewers mural program happening throughout Milwaukee in collaboration with several artists.

The Brewers Debuted A New Mural on Third Streetwww.milwaukeemag.com Michael Cerda painted the tribute to paletero culture.