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.
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.
'Save Our Bucks' group sparks major discussion among lawmakers in Madison
MILWAUKEE -- A group of basketball fans has become a lobby in Madison.
MILWAUKEE -- A group of basketball fans has become a lobby in Madison.
Quest for "yes" votes: Assembly Democrats debate arena funding bill
MADISON -- Democrats in the Wisconsin Assembly spent much of Wednesday, July 22nd in Madison.
MADISON -- Democrats in the Wisconsin Assembly spent much of Wednesday, July 22nd in Madison.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sports law professor says they're rare, but Bucks arena funding bill includes $2 ticket surcharge
MILWAUKEE -- It could save taxpayers millions -- but if you see a game or a concert at the proposed new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, it will cost you.
MILWAUKEE -- It could save taxpayers millions -- but if you see a game or a concert at the proposed new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, it will cost you.
Senate passes funding bill for Milwaukee Bucks arena in 21-10 vote; Assembly up next
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
Senate passage of arena funding plan involved bipartisan support, but opposition also cut across party lines
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
Senate passes Bucks arena funding bill, but some concerned about Milwaukee County's end of the deal
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday, July 15th passed Senate Bill 209 -- a funding plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee.
"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.
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.
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 -- 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.
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.
Think you have the moves to become a Milwaukee Bucks dancer? This weekend is your chance
MILWAUKEE -- Think you have the moves to become a Milwaukee Bucks dancer?
MILWAUKEE -- Think you have the moves to become a Milwaukee Bucks dancer?
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald: Arena funding deal could include ticket surcharge
MADISON — The Senate's Republican leader says a deal to commit public dollars to a new $500 million arena for the Milwaukee Bucks could still include a ticket surcharge.Republicans have crafted a bill that would devote $250 million to the arena through a mix of state and local tax dollars over the next 20 years.
MADISON — The Senate's Republican leader says a deal to commit public dollars to a new $500 million arena for the Milwaukee Bucks could still include a ticket surcharge.Republicans have crafted a bill that would devote $250 million to the arena through a mix of state and local tax dollars over the next 20 years.
Restaurant owners back Bucks arena funding proposal: "Letting the team go would be a huge mistake"
MILWAUKEE -- Restaurant owners in Milwaukee say if the Milwaukee Bucks leave, they'll get burned.
MILWAUKEE -- Restaurant owners in Milwaukee say if the Milwaukee Bucks leave, they'll get burned.
Milwaukee Bucks to hold training camp, preseason game at the Kohl Center in Madison
MADISON -- The Milwaukee Bucks have announced that the team will return to Madison this fall, first for a week of training camp from September 29th through October 2nd, and then to host a preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, October 20th.
MADISON -- The Milwaukee Bucks have announced that the team will return to Madison this fall, first for a week of training camp from September 29th through October 2nd, and then to host a preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, October 20th.
Bucks' president, city, county leaders urge public dollars for new arena before budget committee
MADISON -- Milwaukee Bucks officials say it's late in the fourth quarter as they push for a new arena in downtown Milwaukee.
MADISON -- Milwaukee Bucks officials say it's late in the fourth quarter as they push for a new arena in downtown Milwaukee.
Barrett, Abele meet with Republican leaders on arena funding proposal as Dems request meeting
MADISON -- State and local officials met Thursday morning, July 2nd at the Governor's Office in Madison to talk about the proposed Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, but with even more company.
MADISON -- State and local officials met Thursday morning, July 2nd at the Governor's Office in Madison to talk about the proposed Milwaukee Bucks arena in downtown Milwaukee, but with even more company.