Open Record Special Edition: Pandemic, polls, and politics
MILWAUKEE -- It was roughly a year ago when Milwaukee was announced as the home of the Democratic National Convention and then, the coronavirus pandemic hit.
Milwaukee 2020 DNC Host Committee announces new leadership team
MILWAUKEE -- The board of directors of the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee has announced the leadership team that will direct continued preparation for the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
'Visual identity' unveiled for 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) introduced on Monday, Feb. 24 the official logo and visual identity for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee.The visual system, which includes the logo, colors, typefaces, and design elements that the convention will use in all external communications, is inspired by the Wisconsin state motto, “Forward,” as well as the Democratic Party’s vision for positive progress in America.Democratic National Convention Committee CEO Joe Solmonese issued the following statement in a news release:
Bill allowing 4 a.m. bar closing during Democratic National Convention advances
MADISON — Wisconsin bars could remain open until 4 a.m. during the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee this summer under a bill approved by a state Assembly Committee on Thursday, making it one step closer to passage in the state Legislature.
'An internal matter:' Mayor Barrett says firing of DNC Host Committee leaders is handled
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett calls the firing of two 2020 Democratic National Convention Host Committee staffers an internal matter that has now been handled.
'Last call:' State legislator proposes extending bar close for big events
MILWAUKEE -- "Last Call" in Milwaukee could soon come a lot later.
Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee announces series of Community Conversations
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee and the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced on Monday, Jan. 20 a series of three community conversations in February to provide updates about the Democratic National Convention.A news release says the meetings will help ensure community members throughout the city have the latest information about convention planning and opportunities to engage with the convention.Through each community conversation, leaders from the Host Committee and DNCC will provide updates related to volunteering for the convention, taking advantage of business-related opportunities, and what residents and businesses might expect in terms of moving around the city during convention week.The 2020 Democratic National Convention Community Conversations will take place:Downtown – Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 6:30-8 p.m.
Officials reveal 'security footprint' for 2020 DNC: 'Every resident will have access to their home'
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett along with the Milwaukee Police Department on Friday, Jan. 17 held a news conference to provide a security "footprint" for the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
Leaders push for more training to combat human trafficking: 'A vitally important issue'
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is calling for more training among law enforcement officers on how to investigate human trafficking."So that law enforcement agencies are appropriately distinguishing between crimes of prostitution versus cases where what they are actually seeing is human trafficking," Kaul said.For example, Kaul said what initially appears to be a prostitution complaint may, in fact, turn out to be a victim who is being coerced to trade sex for money.
Fewer than 200 days until the start of the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- There are fewer than 200 days until the start of the Democratic National Convention set to be hosted in Milwaukee from July 13 through July 16.
2020 DNC Host Committee, Northwestern Mutual hold 'Ensuring Economic Equity' summit
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee and Northwestern Mutual brought together leaders from across industries for Ensuring Economic Equity: An Industry Best Practices Summit, Friday, Nov. 22.The "3E" Summit is the first of three summits the Host Committee and Northwestern Mutual are organizing to address community-identified focus areas and make an impact beyond the four days of the 2020 Democratic National Convention.Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and targeted networking opportunities, the 3E Summit showcased examples of best practices for economic equity and inclusion across various sectors and industries.
Safety in numbers: 4K police officers from Wisconsin, the country to keep 2020 DNC safe
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee police force is about to double.
'This is our first step:' DNC Host Committee president rallies Milwaukee ahead of 2020
MILWAUKEE -- 242 days.
Public health officials gear up for DNC, ready to respond to every kind of emergency
MILWAUKEE -- When we think about keeping a huge crowd safe, police and other first responders quickly come to mind.
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport gets a makeover, includes 22 new stores and restaurants
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is getting a makeover.
