Marquette falls to No. 19 Purdue 86-71

Marquette falls to No. 19 Purdue 86-71

MILWAUKEE — Seven-foot-2 center Isaac Haas scored 22 points, and No. 19 Purdue capitalized on its size advantage in the paint to beat Marquette 86-71 on Tuesday night.Carsen Edwards had 15 points, while Vince Edwards added 10 points and eight rebounds for the Boilermakers (3-0).

MILWAUKEE — Seven-foot-2 center Isaac Haas scored 22 points, and No. 19 Purdue capitalized on its size advantage in the paint to beat Marquette 86-71 on Tuesday night.Carsen Edwards had 15 points, while Vince Edwards added 10 points and eight rebounds for the Boilermakers (3-0).

"So much love and support:" Marquette women's basketball team features home-grown talent

"So much love and support:" Marquette women's basketball team features home-grown talent

MILWAUKEE -- The Marquette University women's basketball team is coming off a memorable season -- with high expectations from both in and out of the program, and they didn't travel far to find their rising stars.The Golden Eagles experienced highs and lows to finish out last season.

MILWAUKEE -- The Marquette University women's basketball team is coming off a memorable season -- with high expectations from both in and out of the program, and they didn't travel far to find their rising stars.The Golden Eagles experienced highs and lows to finish out last season.

Dear Tom: Milwaukeeans who wrote Mayor Barrett about streetcar overwhelmingly oppose project

Dear Tom: Milwaukeeans who wrote Mayor Barrett about streetcar overwhelmingly oppose project

MILWAUKEE -- People who wrote to Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett about the downtown streetcar oppose the project by a five-to-one margin, according to emails and letters obtained by FOX6 News through an open records request.

MILWAUKEE -- People who wrote to Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett about the downtown streetcar oppose the project by a five-to-one margin, according to emails and letters obtained by FOX6 News through an open records request.

"A different event:" Marquette ROTC teams take 1st in Task Force Ranger Challenge

"A different event:" Marquette ROTC teams take 1st in Task Force Ranger Challenge

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University has several teams known for their winning traditions through the years, but one team has created a dynasty in a competition that most people would be unfamiliar with."There's definitely a legacy that we are looking to uphold here," John Clancy, Marquette ROTC cadet said.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University has several teams known for their winning traditions through the years, but one team has created a dynasty in a competition that most people would be unfamiliar with."There's definitely a legacy that we are looking to uphold here," John Clancy, Marquette ROTC cadet said.

At least $31,000 raised in MU-UWM exhibition game for Puerto Rico hurricane relief

At least $31,000 raised in MU-UWM exhibition game for Puerto Rico hurricane relief

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee renewed their basketball rivalry Sunday, October 22nd, and raised more than $31,000 for hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico.More than 2,000 people attended the first exhibition game of the season for either team, Marquette officials said.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee renewed their basketball rivalry Sunday, October 22nd, and raised more than $31,000 for hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico.More than 2,000 people attended the first exhibition game of the season for either team, Marquette officials said.

"Could've been much worse:" Vehicle slams into Al McGuire Center, employee hurt

"Could've been much worse:" Vehicle slams into Al McGuire Center, employee hurt

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police and Marquette police are investigating after a vehicle slammed into the Al McGuire Center -- located near 12th near Wells."Honestly it sounded like, I would say, like a crane maybe fell," witness Daniel Armstrong said. "I looked up and saw a car just smashed into the wall."Armstrong, a Marquette student, said the SUV narrowly missed a pedestrian Tuesday, October 17th.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police and Marquette police are investigating after a vehicle slammed into the Al McGuire Center -- located near 12th near Wells."Honestly it sounded like, I would say, like a crane maybe fell," witness Daniel Armstrong said. "I looked up and saw a car just smashed into the wall."Armstrong, a Marquette student, said the SUV narrowly missed a pedestrian Tuesday, October 17th.

Marquette vs. UWM: Exhibition game will serve as hurricane relief fundraiser 🏀

Marquette vs. UWM: Exhibition game will serve as hurricane relief fundraiser 🏀

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's basketball programs will face off on October 22nd at the Al McGuire Center -- in a game that'll serve as a fundraiser for hurricane relief efforts.According to a press release, the game will take place at 4:00 p.m. on that Sunday.Tickets will be available for $20 (lower-level chairbacks), $10 (upper level general admission) and $5 (Marquette students) and will go on sale at 10:00 a.m.  on Thursday (call 414-288-GOMU or visit GoMarquette.com/tickets).MU season ticket holders will receive an email with ticket order details in advance of availability to the general public.Fans in attendance will also have an opportunity to donate in person at the arena.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's basketball programs will face off on October 22nd at the Al McGuire Center -- in a game that'll serve as a fundraiser for hurricane relief efforts.According to a press release, the game will take place at 4:00 p.m. on that Sunday.Tickets will be available for $20 (lower-level chairbacks), $10 (upper level general admission) and $5 (Marquette students) and will go on sale at 10:00 a.m.  on Thursday (call 414-288-GOMU or visit GoMarquette.com/tickets).MU season ticket holders will receive an email with ticket order details in advance of availability to the general public.Fans in attendance will also have an opportunity to donate in person at the arena.

Students from Puerto Rico attending Marquette University to host relief drive

Students from Puerto Rico attending Marquette University to host relief drive

MILWAUKEE -- There are about 50 students from Puerto Rico attending Marquette University and they've organized a relief drive to help the victims of Hurricane Maria.According to a news release, the drive will take place on Saturday, September 30th from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union located at 1442 West Wisconsin Avenue.Organizers are asking people to bring batteries, flashlights, bottled water, canned food, medicine, first aid kits, personal hygiene items, mosquito repellent, towels, battery powered fans, cleaning supplies, feminine care, garbage bags, toilet paper and blankets.In addition, Marquette has invited students from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean to a solidarity dinner Saturday night, Sept. 30th.The news release says in the wake of Hurricane Maria, Marquette’s Campus Ministry sent an email to students from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean offering support and prayers and expressing concern for their well-being.

MILWAUKEE -- There are about 50 students from Puerto Rico attending Marquette University and they've organized a relief drive to help the victims of Hurricane Maria.According to a news release, the drive will take place on Saturday, September 30th from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union located at 1442 West Wisconsin Avenue.Organizers are asking people to bring batteries, flashlights, bottled water, canned food, medicine, first aid kits, personal hygiene items, mosquito repellent, towels, battery powered fans, cleaning supplies, feminine care, garbage bags, toilet paper and blankets.In addition, Marquette has invited students from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean to a solidarity dinner Saturday night, Sept. 30th.The news release says in the wake of Hurricane Maria, Marquette’s Campus Ministry sent an email to students from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean offering support and prayers and expressing concern for their well-being.

Sendik’s Fresh2GO opens on campus of Marquette University

Sendik’s Fresh2GO opens on campus of Marquette University

MILWAUKEE -- The new Sendik’s Fresh2GO Marquette store officially opened on the campus of Marquette University on Tuesday, August 22nd.The grocery store is located on 16th Street, just north of West Wells Street.Marquette President Michael Lovell was joined on Tuesday by Sendik’s family co-owner Ted Balistreri and civic leaders, including Mayor Tom Barrett and Alderman Bob Bauman, as well as other senior leaders from Marquette and Sendik’s for the grand opening celebration.

MILWAUKEE -- The new Sendik’s Fresh2GO Marquette store officially opened on the campus of Marquette University on Tuesday, August 22nd.The grocery store is located on 16th Street, just north of West Wells Street.Marquette President Michael Lovell was joined on Tuesday by Sendik’s family co-owner Ted Balistreri and civic leaders, including Mayor Tom Barrett and Alderman Bob Bauman, as well as other senior leaders from Marquette and Sendik’s for the grand opening celebration.

Police: Marquette University employee hit by car near campus

Police: Marquette University employee hit by car near campus

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University police say a Marquette University employee was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured while crossing the street on Monday, August 21st.It happened around 1:20 p.m. near the intersection of 15th and Wells Street.Officials say MUPD immediately responded to the scene and the employee was taken a hospital for treatment.The employee is in stable condition.Authorities say the driver of the vehicle cooperated with the investigation.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University police say a Marquette University employee was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured while crossing the street on Monday, August 21st.It happened around 1:20 p.m. near the intersection of 15th and Wells Street.Officials say MUPD immediately responded to the scene and the employee was taken a hospital for treatment.The employee is in stable condition.Authorities say the driver of the vehicle cooperated with the investigation.

Marquette University to become a tobacco-free college campus beginning August 1st

Marquette University to become a tobacco-free college campus beginning August 1st

MILWAUKEE -- As of August 1st, Marquette University will be a tobacco free campus.This was announced back in February, but now that August 1st is approaching, Marquette University officials have shared details about the policy, and why they've opted to go this route:

MILWAUKEE -- As of August 1st, Marquette University will be a tobacco free campus.This was announced back in February, but now that August 1st is approaching, Marquette University officials have shared details about the policy, and why they've opted to go this route:

"I am always their coach:" Tom Crean returns to Milwaukee for MU's 100 Years of Hoops celebration

"I am always their coach:" Tom Crean returns to Milwaukee for MU's 100 Years of Hoops celebration

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University recently celebrated a century of basketball at the school, and one of the men most responsible for getting the program to where it is today was glad to be on hand for the event.So many of the people responsible for building MU's basketball tradition were back in town for the school's 100 Years of Hoops celebration in June.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University recently celebrated a century of basketball at the school, and one of the men most responsible for getting the program to where it is today was glad to be on hand for the event.So many of the people responsible for building MU's basketball tradition were back in town for the school's 100 Years of Hoops celebration in June.