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

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

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 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.

Bucks team up with "Name of the Game" to expand team's retail presence at area malls

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced Wednesday, May 6th a new partnership with athletic merchandise retailer "Name of the Game" to expand the Bucks’ retail presence at area malls.As part of the arrangement, the Bucks Pro Shop will begin operating out of Name of the Game locations at the Bayshore, Southridge and Mayfair Malls, as well as a stand-alone location in Madison, next week.Bucks Pro Shops are the exclusive location for fans to find authentic Bucks gear, and previously only operated inside the BMO Harris Bradley Center on event days.

Chicago Bulls clinch first-round series with 120-66 playoff victory over Bucks in Milwaukee

Chicago Bulls clinch first-round series with 120-66 playoff victory over Bucks in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mike Dunleavy scored 20 points and the Chicago Bulls came close to an NBA playoff record, finally putting away the Milwaukee Bucks with a 120-66 victory in Game 6 to clinch their first-round series Thursday night.The Bulls, who move on to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round, finished four points away from the NBA playoff record for largest margin of victory.

Bucks to take on Bulls at BMO Harris Bradley Center in Game 6 of NBA playoffs

Bucks to take on Bulls at BMO Harris Bradley Center in Game 6 of NBA playoffs

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks will take on the Chicago Bulls at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs on Thursday, April 30th!In an effort to ensure Bucks fans outnumber their rivals to the south, the team is restricting who can buy tickets for Game 6.If you try to purchase tickets for Thursday night’s game at the BMO Harris Bradley Center Box Office, you’ll need a valid Wisconsin ID.