Cover story: Girl power This month marks the 65th anniversary of Wonder Woman, which got us thinking: Who are Milwaukee's Wonder Women? mke answers that question by spotlighting seven women who are strong, independent and making a difference. Golden lassos and invisible jets are not required.

On the cover: No, it's not Lynda Carter. It's Cathy Kolb, a Wonder Woman fan and one of our Wonder Women. Photo illustration by C.Taylor.

downtime
Threeview: El Rey Sol
Threeview: 'The Pursuit of Happyness'
In your ear: Plexi 3
Bartender of the week: Erica Wright of Texture
Weekly food and drink specials
It's Good for the Jews — and good for everyone : Rock/comedy duo coming to Milwaukee
Places to party on New Year's Eve 2006

how we live
Five Christmas problems solved: What to do with the holidays' unwanted leftovers
New store on the scene: Well-Bred Bargains
New store on the scene: Fischberger Variety Store
Last-minute gift ideas don't need to be lame

in the know
Profile of Peggy Brown: Games put her imagination to work
When I was 30 of Kitty Brennan: From classroom to courtroom

online features
Ask Mom: Parental pajama-rama
MKE Exposure Photos, photos, photos. And photo archives.
MKE blogs Staff ramblings, as well as those of a few contributing bloggers
MKE blog directory: 1000 voices A directory of the local blogging community