As part of this year's birthday party celebration for the City of Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Press Club is asking you to vote for your favorite Legends of Milwaukee: The people who made Milwaukee famous! Those who made this list either were born in Milwaukee or made "their mark" in our city. In all cases, candidates have a strong Milwaukee connection.

Please vote. Top vote-getters in each of eight categories will be announced by Milwaukee writer and historian John Gurda at the City of Milwaukee's 161st Birthday Party, hosted annually by The Milwaukee Press Club. This year's event will be held Wednesday, Jan. 31, at the Milwaukee Public Museum.