Marc Lasry

Junior Bridgeman Buys “Significant” Share of Milwaukee Bucks

Former player-turned-entrepreneur buys shares of several minority owners. Team valued at $4 billion.

Emem Group Buys Key King Dr. Site

Plus: Airbnb-focused startup falters and a recap of week's real estate news.

Crowley Amassing Large Pile of Campaign Cash

Crowley sitting on more than $200,000 war chest with primary more than 7 months away.

Board Approves Jail Probe, Opposes Brewers Subsidy

Plus: Board sends abortion proposal to attorney's for additional review

Resolution Opposes a County Brewers Subsidy

Two socialists, two conservatives on board are co-sponsoring the resolution.

NBA Approves Haslam’s Acquisition of Milwaukee Bucks

Cleveland Browns' owner buying Marc Lasry's interest in team.

Bucks 2nd Most Valuable NBA Team Following Lasry’s Sale

Lasry selling 25% stake to Browns owner Jimmy Haslam at $3.5 billion team valuation.

Cleveland Browns Owner Could Buy Major Share of Milwaukee Bucks

Jimmy Haslam would buy out Marc Lasry's share of team.

Will Lasry Sell His Bucks Ownership?

"Open" to selling and would make a huge profit, NBA insiders suggest.

Bucks Owners Continue to Cash In

Team's value now $2.3 billion, a 5-fold increase in value in 8 years, with big help from taxpayers.

Lasry’s Quitting Race Raises Questions

Did Democrats miss a chance to vet Mandela Barnes in primary for US Senate?

Unions, Senate Candidates Push New Labor Law

Union leaders and Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate rally Downtown for PRO Act.

How Alex Lasry Rose in the Polls

Labor support, personal wealth helps Bucks exec in Democratic primary for US Senator.

State’s 8 Richest People Worth $58 Billion

List of billionaires led by John Menard at $16.6 billion. Super wealthy have helped transform states like Wisconsin.

Bucks Host Ring Ceremony, Unveil Championship Banner

Nearly 400 diamonds on each ring with loads of symbolism embedded.

Milwaukee Bucks Sign Head Coach Mike Budenholzer to a Contract Extension

Poll Shows Barnes Leads Among Milwaukee Democrats

Getting 39% of Milwaukee County Democratic vote. Alex Lasry polled at only 4%.

Milwaukee Bucks Parade, Celebration

Crowd estimated in excess of 100,000.

Milwaukee Bucks Win NBA Title, First in 50 Years

Giannis Antetokounmpo named Finals MVP.

Lasry Misleads Voters On Minimum Wage

U.S. Senate candidate’s claim to back family supporting jobs exaggerates, distorts truth.

Evers Will Run For Reelection

But will Barnes be his running mate? If not, who will Evers pick?

Hot Democratic Contest for U.S. Senate

Several impressive candidates looking to defeat Ron Johnson. Who's the front runner?

Milwaukee Bucks and Jrue Holiday Agree to a Multi-Year Contract Extension

Fiserv Had ‘Most Overpaid’ CEO

Jeffery Yabuki was 15th most overpaid CEO in 2020, study finds, making 428 times the average worker.

Not Another Rich Guy for Senator

Alex Lasry’s sole qualification is his money. Oh, and he worked for Goldman Sachs.

ICYMI: Aspiring New York Senator Alex Lasry Was “Surprised” That Milwaukee Is a Normal City

Alex Lasry Files To Run for Senate

Bucks VP is one of many Democrats interested in seat.

Billionaire Sports Owners Get Richer

Report shows 64 billionaire owners gained $99 billion during pandemic, helped by billions in tax subsidies.

Bucks VP Alex Lasry Gets Vaccinated by “Pure Happenstance”

Lasry offered vaccine by wife's uncle when doses were close to expiring.

Bucks Franchise Worth $1.86 Billion

A four-fold increase in value since new arena built. Taxpayers helped the rich get richer.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs Multi-Year Extension With the Milwaukee Bucks

Statement from Milwaukee Bucks Owners Marc Lasry, Wes Edens and Jamie Dinan

Virtual DNC Dims City’s Moment in the Sun

Lost chance to show Milwaukee can compete with the bigger cities.

Travel Startup Hopes to Be Industry Leader

Milwaukee-based Frontdesk raises $3 million from investors, plans for growth in 28 cities.

Milwaukee Bucks Sign General Manager Jon Horst to a Contract Extension

“I’m thankful to our ownership group for their continued trust and confidence in me.”

Taxpayers Make Bucks, Brewers Rich

Forbes sees huge growth in value of franchises since taxpayer-financed stadiums built.

City Wins 2020 Democratic Convention

Barrett and other leaders help city beat out Miami and Houston for national convention.

Will Election Help City Get Convention?

City’s huge turnout will help it beat Houston, Miami for 2020 Democratic convention, Lasry believes.

Bucks Honor Herb Kohl at Arena Opening

Senator Kohl owned team from 1985-2014, made sure NBA franchise stayed in Milwaukee.

Fiserv Forum by the Numbers

79 pieces of art, 8,000 tons of steel and 17,500 seats.

Bucks Open Fiserv Forum

"The most forward-thinking, 21st-century building," says Bucks president Peter Feigin.

Governor Walker Celebrates Grand Opening of the Fiserv Forum

3-to-1 return on investment for the State of Wisconsin

Meet the Finalists for Democratic National Convention

Milwaukee, the first to announce, is one of eight cities bidding.

City Bidding for Democratic National Convention

What will the city pitch to Democratic Party?

Lasry Sued for “Weinstein Sexual Enterprise”

Bucks owner, other Weinstein board members knew Harvey was a predator, suit claims.

Bucks Leader Sees Huge Potential for Milwaukee

In interview, Alex Lasry says he sees “groundswell of change” in Milwaukee.

Bucks senior vice president Lasry goes ‘On the Issues’ at Marquette Law School

During his visit to the Law School, Lasry will discuss the arena project and surrounding development, the jobs that are being created.

Sherman Park Has Been a Melting Pot

Tracing the neighborhood’s German, Jewish and African American heritage.

Arena Apartments Receive Design Approval

Building with green bays gets approval to be built near Milwaukee Bucks arena.

The Deer District Rises

New arena, parking garage and training facility reshape Park East.

Bucks Arena Taking Shape

Distinctive design of arena's facade now clearly visible

Milwaukee Bucks Purchase NBA D-League Team to Begin Play in Oshkosh for the 2017-18 Season

Team will play at new 3,500-seat arena to be developed in downtown Oshkosh

Arena Rises from Frozen Tundra

Snow and freezing weather didn't delay construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena.

John Hammond’s Hum-Drum Colonial

Bucks general manager has $850,000 Whitefish Bay home. And he doesn't vote much.

Alex Lasry’s $1 Million Waterfront Condo

And why not? The son of Bucks owner Marc Lasry has become a MAJOR player in town.

The Power of Common Ground

Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.

Bucks Groundbreaking and Second Annual Block Party Set for June 18

Oscar Robertson, Jabari Parker, Bucks owners and elected officials all scheduled to attend

Bucks Arena Design Is Anti-Urban

Its generic, well-mannered and probably won’t improve with “tweaks.”

26 Films From Best to Worst

Update of my ranking of all films seen. Audiences, I confess, didn't necessarily agree.

Power Rankings

My favorite -- and un-favorite -- films so far.

Wisconsinites make Forbes’ richest list

Edens: Bucks will develop master plan for arena development

Bucks will break ground on arena in November, owners say, but when will real work begin?

Ald. Murphy seeks stronger non-relocation clause in Bucks arena lease

Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Over 100 Expected Guests

Headliners include actors Raven-Symoné and John Ashton; documentary subjects April Carrión and Moziah Bridges; award-winning directors Chad Gracia and Stanley Nelson

Marc Lasry, Jason Kidd confirmed as guests at Hillary Clinton fundraiser; event was at U Club

Is an Obama Donor Tying the President’s Hands on Puerto Rico’s Debt Crisis?

Will Bucks Break Their Lease?

Why the new arena deal will not lock down the franchise in Milwaukee

Did Bucks Investors Pay Off Walker?

One publication says yes. But most donors to his presidential campaign are secret.

Admirals left out in the cold on arena plans

The Secret Tax Subsidy Society

Republicans and Democrats conspire to create stealth taxes to fund the NBA arena. Will they succeed?

More Delays in Lakefront Development

County board's contradictory proposals on O'Donnell Park and court case affecting The Couture continue to stall potential development.

Should City/County Donate More to NBA Arena?

Actually, local taxpayers will be donating $450 million. But the press won’t report the details.

229 New Apartments in Brewers’ Hill

But one of the two new buildings being developed generated grr-ipes from Matt Wild and Mary Louise Schumacher. Dare we disagree?

Bucks Owners Must Build Without Subsidy

Unique financial situation of Bucks owners suggests they may have to build a new arena, even with no taxpayer support.

Bucks Reward Milwaukee Public High School Scholar Athletes with Courtside Seats

Courtside Active Scholars Program recognizes MPS Students who excel in school and sports

Foundation Helps Herb Kohl Get $20 Million Windfall

His “$100 million gift” to Greater Milwaukee Foundation will gain him huge tax break for supporting new NBA arena.

Alex Lasry

"Marc, Wes, Jamie and the Bucks are determined to help rejuvenate the city."

How Will NBA Arena Benefit the City?

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver promises a new arena will launch a Downtown renewal. Is he right?

The Economic Madness of Robin Vos

His stance on “prioritizing” research could hurt our universities and the state economy.

Dispute Over Bucks Arena Goes National

New York Times dumps on Milwaukee business leaders, and city becoming divided on issue.

Build Bucks Arena in Inner City?

Community leader calls on new owners to consider North Side location.

Will Republicans Support a Bucks Bailout?

It can’t get done without GOP legislators, but they have deeply felt reasons for opposing any deal.

Visiting Leaders Pitch Pro Stadiums — And Transit!

MMAC organized event to sell NBA arena, but speakers from Cleveland, Denver and OKC said Millenials want transit, too.

Four Plans to Save the Bucks

But can any of the plans create the new NBA arena they need?

Downtown Power Brokers Mull Expanded Convention Center

Leaders of Wisconsin Center and the Bradley Center consider key changes for downtown facilities.

Statement from Prospective Milwaukee Bucks Owners Wesley Edens & Marc Lasry

“Commissioner Silver has taken strong and swift action to address Mr. Sterling’s offensive comments, which run counter to the principles of equality and diversity that define the NBA today. There is no place for racism and hatred in sports – or in our society.”

Common Ground Will Fight New Bucks Owners If No “Fair Play”

Group serves notice: any plan for new arena must include $200 million for children's playgrounds and athletic fields.

Common Ground Focused on Public Funding

Offer Congratulations to New Bucks Owners and Thanks for Interest in Milwaukee

Bucks buyers like big-time investing, poker, mountain climbing

Supervisor Bown Issues Statement on Sen. Kohl’s Generosity to the Community

Supervisor David Bowen released the following statement regarding Herb Kohl's generosity to the community

Milwaukee Bucks President and Owner Herb Kohl Introduces New Team Ownership and Announces $100 Million Gift for Arena

Herb Kohl, Milwaukee Bucks President and Owner, today announced that he has entered into a signed purchase agreement to transfer ownership of the Bucks to Wesley Edens and Marc Lasry.