Milwaukee Bucks extend the contract of General Manager John Hammond
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have extended the contract of General Manager John Hammond, the team announced Monday, September 14th.The agreement will keep Hammond in his position with the Bucks through the 2016-17 season.“A great deal of our team's success and progress is due to the vision and hard work of John,” said Wes Edens, Bucks owner. “He's assembled a talented and competitive roster and we're very pleased that he will continue to lead basketball operations.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have extended the contract of General Manager John Hammond, the team announced Monday, September 14th.The agreement will keep Hammond in his position with the Bucks through the 2016-17 season.“A great deal of our team's success and progress is due to the vision and hard work of John,” said Wes Edens, Bucks owner. “He's assembled a talented and competitive roster and we're very pleased that he will continue to lead basketball operations.
Deal signed: Land in Milwaukee's Park East Corridor sold to Bucks for $1
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin and leaders from the construction and trade industry in Milwaukee were present on Wednesday, September 9th when a land sale was announced related to the Bucks downtown arena.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin and leaders from the construction and trade industry in Milwaukee were present on Wednesday, September 9th when a land sale was announced related to the Bucks downtown arena.
Bucks fans take note: New flex and mini ticket plans now available
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, September 9th a new slate of flex and mini ticket plans, available now at bucks.com/flex.The new Bucks Flex Plan empowers fans to customize their own packages that best fit their schedules and cheering interests.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, September 9th a new slate of flex and mini ticket plans, available now at bucks.com/flex.The new Bucks Flex Plan empowers fans to customize their own packages that best fit their schedules and cheering interests.
Bucks director of scouting impacting hometown of Zion, Ill.: "To make this a good place to live"
ZION, Illinois -- It has been the dream of many a professional athlete to buy their mom a new house when they make it big.
ZION, Illinois -- It has been the dream of many a professional athlete to buy their mom a new house when they make it big.
Common Council reviews Bucks arena plan during packed hearing; public has opportunity to weigh in
MILWAUKEE -- From the Capitol in Madison to City Hall in Milwaukee: The discussion over how to pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee has moved to the local level.
MILWAUKEE -- From the Capitol in Madison to City Hall in Milwaukee: The discussion over how to pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee has moved to the local level.
Arena project: Milwaukee Bucks spent most on lobbying through June
MADISON — The Milwaukee Bucks spent more money lobbying the Wisconsin Legislature than any other organization during the first half of the year, as the NBA team was pushing for approval of a new basketball arena.A report released Friday by the state elections board which oversees lobbying showed the Bucks spent just over $482,000 on lobbying through June.
MADISON — The Milwaukee Bucks spent more money lobbying the Wisconsin Legislature than any other organization during the first half of the year, as the NBA team was pushing for approval of a new basketball arena.A report released Friday by the state elections board which oversees lobbying showed the Bucks spent just over $482,000 on lobbying through June.
"It doesn't add up:" Residents weigh in on new home of the Milwaukee Bucks
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukeeans get a chance to weigh in on the Milwaukee Bucks arena project.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukeeans get a chance to weigh in on the Milwaukee Bucks arena project.
Picking up trash but not throwing it away: Common Ground upset with Bucks' owner Wes Edens
MILWAUKEE -- A community group is sending a special gift of sorts to Milwaukee Bucks owner Wes Edens.
MILWAUKEE -- A community group is sending a special gift of sorts to Milwaukee Bucks owner Wes Edens.
Free agent Marcus Landry signs a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Marcus Landry.Landry, 29, was undrafted after a four-year collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Marcus Landry.Landry, 29, was undrafted after a four-year collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin.
2015-2016 schedule released: Milwaukee Bucks to open season at home October 28th vs. Knicks
MILWAUKEE -- For the first time since 1984, the Milwaukee Bucks will open their season in front of a home crowd on Wednesday, October 28th, vs.
MILWAUKEE -- For the first time since 1984, the Milwaukee Bucks will open their season in front of a home crowd on Wednesday, October 28th, vs.
Gov. Walker signs Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill: "This is much more than an arena"
WEST ALLIS -- Governor Scott Walker signed the Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill on Wednesday, August 12th at State Fair Park.The Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee on July 28th.
WEST ALLIS -- Governor Scott Walker signed the Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill on Wednesday, August 12th at State Fair Park.The Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee on July 28th.
Milwaukee Bucks, MPS team up to promote attendance: "You can’t learn if you aren’t in school"
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced Monday, August 10th a joint initiative to promote attendance among Milwaukee students.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced Monday, August 10th a joint initiative to promote attendance among Milwaukee students.
Milwaukee Bucks lease payment for Cousin's Center increases to $200,000 per year
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks lease payment to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee for the team's training facility at the Cousin's Center in St.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks lease payment to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee for the team's training facility at the Cousin's Center in St.
Governor Scott Walker to sign Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill August 12th at State Fair Park
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News has learned Governor Scott Walker will sign the Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill next week -- on Wednesday, August 12th at State Fair Park.The Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee on July 28th.The bill passed on a bipartisan 52-34 vote.The Wisconsin Senate passed the bill on July 15th with a 21-10 vote.
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News has learned Governor Scott Walker will sign the Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill next week -- on Wednesday, August 12th at State Fair Park.The Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee on July 28th.The bill passed on a bipartisan 52-34 vote.The Wisconsin Senate passed the bill on July 15th with a 21-10 vote.
Tickets for Milwaukee Bucks preseason game in Madison go on sale August 5th
MADISON -- Tickets for the Milwaukee Bucks preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Kohl Center in Madison on Tuesday, Oct. 20, will go on sale tomorrow, Aug. 5, at 8:30 a.m.The game will mark the first full-team appearance by the Bucks in Madison since a preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks at the Kohl Center on Oct. 19, 1999.This year’s game will showcase the Bucks taking on a Minnesota Timberwolves team featuring Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns, the top overall picks in each of the last two NBA drafts (7 p.m. tip).Tickets may be purchased online at bucks.com/Madison, UWBadgers.com, by calling 1-800-GO-BADGERS or (608) 262-1440, or in-person by visiting the McGinnis Family Athletic Ticket Office located at 1440 Monroe St., near Gate 1 of Camp Randall Stadium.
MADISON -- Tickets for the Milwaukee Bucks preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Kohl Center in Madison on Tuesday, Oct. 20, will go on sale tomorrow, Aug. 5, at 8:30 a.m.The game will mark the first full-team appearance by the Bucks in Madison since a preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks at the Kohl Center on Oct. 19, 1999.This year’s game will showcase the Bucks taking on a Minnesota Timberwolves team featuring Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns, the top overall picks in each of the last two NBA drafts (7 p.m. tip).Tickets may be purchased online at bucks.com/Madison, UWBadgers.com, by calling 1-800-GO-BADGERS or (608) 262-1440, or in-person by visiting the McGinnis Family Athletic Ticket Office located at 1440 Monroe St., near Gate 1 of Camp Randall Stadium.
Belly up to the milk house! 25-cent cups of milk return to the Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Prairie Farms announced on Thursday, July 30th they are bringing back a State Fair staple for the 27th summer -- 25-cent cups of milk at the Milwaukee Bucks Milk House presented by Prairie Farms Dairy.The Milwaukee Bucks Milk House presented by Prairie Farms will once again be located at Main Street and South Grandstand Avenue, close to its original location from 1989.This year’s milk house will feature five of Prairie Farm’s tasty flavors:
WEST ALLIS -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Prairie Farms announced on Thursday, July 30th they are bringing back a State Fair staple for the 27th summer -- 25-cent cups of milk at the Milwaukee Bucks Milk House presented by Prairie Farms Dairy.The Milwaukee Bucks Milk House presented by Prairie Farms will once again be located at Main Street and South Grandstand Avenue, close to its original location from 1989.This year’s milk house will feature five of Prairie Farm’s tasty flavors:
Debt dilemma: Bucks arena okayed state, but how will Milwaukee Co. pay for its portion?
MILWAUKEE -- In the Bucks arena bill approved earlier this week in Madison, Milwaukee County has to come up with $80 million.
MILWAUKEE -- In the Bucks arena bill approved earlier this week in Madison, Milwaukee County has to come up with $80 million.
A big thanks! Commercial Association of Realtors to launch billboard campaign
MILWAUKEE -- The Commercial Association of REALTORS (CARW) plans to launch a two-day billboard campaign on Thursday, July 30th to thank legislators who voted to fund the arena project.The bill passed both the Senate and the Assembly by bi-partisan vote.
MILWAUKEE -- The Commercial Association of REALTORS (CARW) plans to launch a two-day billboard campaign on Thursday, July 30th to thank legislators who voted to fund the arena project.The bill passed both the Senate and the Assembly by bi-partisan vote.
Milwaukee Bucks sign free agent forward Chris Copeland
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Chris Copeland.Copeland, 31, was undrafted out of the University of Colorado in 2006 and spent six seasons split between the NBA D-League and professional teams overseas before landing in the NBA with the New York Knicks in 2012-13.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent forward Chris Copeland.Copeland, 31, was undrafted out of the University of Colorado in 2006 and spent six seasons split between the NBA D-League and professional teams overseas before landing in the NBA with the New York Knicks in 2012-13.
Imperfectly acceptable: Reflecting on passage of Milwaukee Bucks arena funding bill
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Assembly on Tuesday, July 28th passed a bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Assembly on Tuesday, July 28th passed a bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.