"It's going to be neat:" Arena bill approved, Ace Hardware near Park East to be revitalized

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.

Lawmakers, community leaders react to Milwaukee Bucks arena funding deal

MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin state Assembly on Tuesday, July 28th  passed a bill to have taxpayers pay $250 million to help pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.Gov.

Wisconsin Assembly approves Milwaukee Bucks arena funding deal; Gov. Walker says he'll sign it

MADISON — 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.The bill passed on a bipartisan 52-34 vote.

Deal close at hand: Assembly to approve funding for $500 million Bucks arena

MADISON— Republican and Democratic state Assembly members are joining together to support a $500 million financing plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.

Republican majority leader says votes will be there to pass arena funding plan in Assembly

MADISON — A Republican leader in the Wisconsin Assembly says the votes will be there to pass a bill approving a $500 million financing plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.Republican Majority Leader Jim Steineke said Monday that there are at least 30 Republican votes for the plan and he expects about 15 Democrats to support it.

Bucks arena deadline quickly approaching as community members make demands

MILWAUKEE -- It's crunch time for lawmakers as the Wisconsin State Assembly is set to debate a new Bucks arena deal on Tuesday, July 28th.

Wisconsin Assembly to vote next week on Bucks arena bill

MADISON — The Wisconsin state Assembly plans to vote next week on a public financing deal to pay for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke said Monday that the Assembly will be in session on July 28 to debate the bill.

Needing to come up with $55 million dollars, county still plans to sell Park East land for $1

MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- With the Senate's passage of a funding bill for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee County is stuck with a $55 million bill -- with no solution as to how to come up with the cash.The bill approved by the Senate eliminated a provision that would have used existing, unpaid debt to pay for the county's portion of the financing plan.This move essentially leaves Milwaukee County with a $4 million hole in the budget.Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele says he was given no direction as to how to come up with the money.However, Milwaukee County officials say they're still planning on selling land in the Park East Corridor to the Milwaukee Bucks owners for just $1.County supervisors tell FOX6 News they're worried the Senate vote may mean higher taxes or cuts in services for Milwaukee County.

"This is the best fit for me:" Bucks welcome free agent center/forward Greg Monroe

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks opened a lot of eyes around the NBA last season -- but in order to get more than just a taste of the playoffs, the team had to think big -- and Milwaukee is welcoming, or more accurately, re-welcoming a new big man.

"We're trying to get to 'yes:'" State lawmakers close to securing arena funding plan

MADISON -- After meeting for much of Tuesday afternoon, July 14th, leaders in the Wisconsin Senate say they still do not have enough votes to pass a bill to fund a new arena for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Bucks arena, its funding plan to be discussed during town hall meeting in Milwaukee Tuesday

MILWAUKEE -- The proposed Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee and its funding plan will be key issues discussed during a town hall meeting on Tuesday, July 14th in Milwaukee.The town hall meeting is being hosted by Alderman Robert Bauman, and will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Milwaukee Public Library's Centennial Hall on N. 8th Street.Alderman Bauman said Mayor Tom Barrett is scheduled to participate in the meeting, and will deliver a presentation on the proposal to build a new arena (and proposed ancillary development) on the northern edge of downtown in the 4th Aldermanic District.Other matters likely to be discussed include licensing related to gentlemen’s clubs and public safety issues.“With the arena proposal likely coming before the Common Council soon for review, this meeting will provide a prime opportunity for residents to find out details and ask questions,” said Alderman Bauman.Meanwhile, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow is pledging his support to a new arena in downtown Milwaukee.

Bucks acquire future second round draft pick from Mavericks in exchange for Zaza Pachulia

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired  a future second round draft pick from the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for center Zaza Pachulia, according to General Manager John Hammond.Pachulia appeared in 73 games (45 starts) for the Bucks this season, averaging 8.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game.

Milwaukee Bucks sign Greg Monroe, re-sign Khris Middleton

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks signed free agent center/forward Greg Monroe, General Manager John Hammond announced Thursday, July 9th.They also re-signed restricted free agent forward Khris Middleton.“The entire Bucks organization is thrilled to welcome Greg to Milwaukee,” Bucks General Manager John Hammond said. “Greg will be a fantastic complement to the talented young roster we’re assembling.