"Cheaper to keep them:" Gov. Walker, state, local leaders announce funding plan for Bucks arena

MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker joined state and local leaders, including Speaker Robin Vos, Majority Leader Fitzgerald, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in announcing a plan to protect state taxpayers from a loss of approximately $419 million, if the NBA relocates the Milwaukee Bucks.

"We want a good deal or no deal at all:" Group concerned over quality of jobs associated with new Bucks arena

MILWAUKEE -- Governor Scott Walker joined state and local leaders, including Speaker Robin Vos, Majority Leader Fitzgerald, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in announcing a plan to protect state taxpayers from a loss of approximately $419 million, if the NBA relocates the Milwaukee Bucks.

Some Republicans push for Bucks arena funding plan to be stand-alone measure

MADISON -- There's not yet a funding plan in place for the new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, but there is a new question: Should the plan be included in the state budget -- or should it be a stand-alone measure?Bucks officials have unveiled plans for a $500 million arena and $500 million sports and entertainment complex that would transform downtown Milwaukee.

Walker calls Bucks arena talks fluid, as new study touts economic impact on Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — Governor Scott Walker says negotiations over a financing deal for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena are fluid, but he still hopes to have something to announce by the end of the week.

"Ongoing discussions" over proposed new Bucks arena, deal said to be close

MILWAUKEE -- We are getting a clearer picture of who would pay for a new arena for the Milwaukee Bucks -- and potentially how.Workers collected soil samples Thursday on the proposed site of a new arena -- just north of the BMO Harris Bradley Center.

No deal yet on arena for Milwaukee Bucks; but some details on plan revealed

MADISON — While no one will say a financing plan to pay for a new downtown arena for the Milwaukee Bucks is done, FOX6 News is learning new details about that plan.A source tells FOX6 News the state's contribution is $80 million -- $55 million in principal, the rest in interest.

Bucks release details on inaugural Summer Block Party set for June 6th!

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee’s summer festival season will tip off on Saturday, June 6th, when the inaugural Bucks Summer Block Party takes over the Stock-House grounds of Schlitz Park from noon to 5:00 p.m.It will feature the unveiling of the new Bucks home and road uniforms at 2:00 p.m. in addition to local music, vendors, games, food, drinks and appearances by both current and former Milwaukee players.

Arena-funding deal may be close at hand; Bucks, city leaders optimistic

MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Milwaukee leaders and the president of the Milwaukee Bucks say a deal could come as soon as Wednesday, May 27th regarding a new $500 million downtown arena.Following a meeting on Tuesday morning, May 26th, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said the number of issues remaining has narrowed.

Commercial real estate association to launch billboard campaign encouraging support for Bucks arena

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- CARW, the Commercial Association of REALTORS ® Wisconsin, the voice for commercial real estate in Wisconsin, will launch an advocacy campaign asking the public to show support for the new Milwaukee Bucks arena project by calling local officials.“With the joint finance deadline approaching, we are pleased that local and state officials continue to work towards a funding proposal that everyone will agree on, but time is not on our side to get this done, and we need to see more action,” said Paul Galbraith, CARW chairman.

Milwaukee Public Museum likely to relocate; could new site be near new Milwaukee Bucks arena?

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Public Museum is likely to relocate to another site in downtown Milwaukee, and MPM President and CEO Dennis Dois has targeted the area around a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.Kois told the Milwaukee Business Journal he has discussed the idea with Milwaukee Bucks Vice President Alex Lasry, the son of team co-owner Marc Lasry.Kois says he hasn't received a response from the Bucks.Alex Lasry has confirmed meeting with Kois, but made no comment as to any specific development near a new arena.

Milwaukee Bucks, design team release video intended to spark interest in proposed arena

MILWAUKEE (WITI) --  The Milwaukee Bucks and their design team released on Thursday, May 14th, a video which illustrates the ripple effect of economic growth and development that a new sports and entertainment district in downtown Milwaukee has the potential to create.

Jabari Parker's rookie season ended abruptly with torn ACL, but he hopes to be back in top shape next season

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks' season ended with a 120-66 loss to the Chicago Bulls in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs on April 30th -- and already, many of the players are looking forward to next season.