Bradley Center

Milwaukee’s Green Schoolyards Gain National Attention

Seattle and other cities learning from Milwaukee's 'incredibly inspiring' work.

Construction Starts on Deer District Concert Venue

FPC Live plans to open venue in fall 2025, despite 'unconventional' RNC construction schedule.

Los Angeles, Not Milwaukee, Wins NBA All-Star Game

Despite prior public commitment from commissioner, Bucks have yet to land marquee event.

Announcement of The Passing of Herb Kohl

Statement from the Herb Kohl Foundation.

‘Inflation-Adjusted’ Deer District Concert Venue Approved

FPC's proposal for a smaller Deer District concert venue finds unanimous support.

Revised Deer District Concert Venue Wins Key Approval

Council's zoning committee votes yes. Full council vote expected next week.

Revised Deer District Concert Hall Gets First Approval

City Plan Commission adds conditions about future hotel site and requires new safety plan.

Deer District Venue Downsized, But New Hotel Could Join It

Plus: Wine distributor sets up shop on Bradley Rd. and a recap of week's real estate news.

Assessment Error Costs Milwaukee $750,000

AT&T building was given improper tax bill after 2021 sale. Whoops.

Bucks Pursuing NBA All-Star Game

Hoping for 2025 or 2026. Weekend-long event would bring thousands of visitors to Milwaukee.

Bucks May Do Housing Development on Sydney HiH Block

Exploring workforce housing. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Council Unanimously Approves Deer District Concert Venues

Live Nation cleared to enter Milwaukee market, partner with Milwaukee Bucks.

Deer District Concert Halls Okayed Again

Zoning committee endorses project. Not our call to decide who is or isn't a monopoly, note Bauman, DCD.

Bucks Building Street Through Bradley Center Site

But only conditionally. Proposal hinges on approval of new concert venue.

Ahead of Council Votes, FPC Announces Labor Agreements for Concert Venues

All jobs at proposed Live Nation-affiliated venues will be performed by union members.

Former Blatz Brewing Building Sold

Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Deer District Concert Venue Wins First Approval, Despite Objections

Other concert venues fight Live Nation's entrance into Milwaukee market.

FPC Files For Design Approval For Deer District Concert Complex

But opposition emerges and the Wisconsin Center District raises concern.

Fiserv Forum Hosting Chicago Blackhawks

Arena hosting match this October between Blackhawks and the Minnesota Wild.

Lasry’s Quitting Race Raises Questions

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

The Battle For Downtown Concert Venues

It’s Live Nation and the Bucks vs. Gary Witt and the Pabst. Which proposal will win?

Bucks, FPC Plan Downtown Concert Venue

Two buildings with 800 and 4,000 person capacities on former Bradley Center site.

Three Downtown Hotels Will Miss DNC

Plus: Former Toys R Us becoming grocery store, and Pabst Mansion plans auction.

Farewell Bradley Center

Say goodbye, Bango. The last of the arena was demolished Friday morning.

Watch the Bradley Center Demolition From the Inside

Slow motion video of the detonation and the roof crashing to the ground

Watch the Bradley Center Roof Drop

"Shaped charges" cause massive roof to implode, drop into stadium.

Bradley Center To Go Boom

A series of "shaped charges" will detonate and lower the roof on January 13th.

More Downtown Projects Moving Forward

Progress happening on activation of Sentinel Building, redevelopment of Bradley Center and creation of S Block.

Bucks and ATC to Plant 355 Trees Across Wisconsin

The partnership pledged one new tree for every 3-pointer the Bucks hit at home this season.

Milwaukee to Host NCAA DI Men’s Basketball First/Second Rounds in 2022

National basketball tournament to be held in new Wisconsin Entertainment & Sports Arena

Wisconsin Entertainment & Sports Center to Host NCAA Tournament Action in 2022

Will host First and Second Round games for the 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

Bucks Partner with Prostar to Provide State-Of-The-Art Flooring for New Training Center

In addition to the basketball court surfaces, Prostar will meet the team’s flooring needs throughout the new Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center.

The Cukes Cover It All

The Screamin' Cucumbers have a combined 60 years experience.

Bucks to Host ‘A Night with Nick Viall, the Bachelor’ for Upcoming Game Against the Hawks

Milwaukee native and UW-Milwaukee graduate, Viall will be in attendance at Friday’s Bucks game.

New Tavern Planned for Downtown

1885 building near Bradley Center will convert to lounge and beer garden.

Bucks Arena Taking Shape

Distinctive design of arena's facade now clearly visible

Bucks Unveil New Signs for Arena

Two huge signs will add life to arena, but will trees grow on concrete plaza?

Portraits of 28 Zip Codes

ZIP MKE photography show has hundreds of portraits, people in every zip code.

Danceworks Announces Rescheduled Date for Mad Hot Tap Competition

Original Competition Was Postponed Due to Inclement Weather

Arena Rises from Frozen Tundra

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

Bucks and the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network to Host Pride Night on Saturday, March 4

Matchup with Toronto to be a celebration of diversity and inclusion as the team highlights members of the local LGBT community throughout the game

Survey Shows Local Employers Lack Flexibility

Companies resist hiring unemployed. Rockwell VP Ed Seaberg challenges them to change.

Diverse Genres Dominate Top Honors at 2016 Radio Milwaukee Music Awards

Top Winners Include Hip-Hop, Rock, R&B, Synth Pop and EDM Artists

Bucks and ATC Partner on New Trees for Threes Initiative

The Bucks and ATC will sponsor the planting of a new tree in Wisconsin for every 3-pointer the Bucks hit at home this season.

Danceworks Announces December 17 Mad Hot Tap Competition

Expands Program to Full Year for First Time In Eleven Year History.

More than 100 Sherman Park students to be treated to Milwaukee Bucks game

The firm wanted to offer the students and their families impacted by the August civil unrest the opportunity for a fun night out at a Bucks game.

USA Gymnastics awards 2017 USA Gymnastics Championships to Milwaukee

The championships showcase more than 1,800 of the country’s best gymnasts in acrobatic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, trampoline and tumbling.

Milwaukee Mondays return this season with new community focus on neighborhoods that make city unique

Popular Milwaukee Originals T-shirt line returns for a fourth season, with local musical acts also slated to perform at all Milwaukee Monday games

Potawatomi Hotel & Casio to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month During November

The property will feature a number of special events where guests can experience Native American art, history, culture, food and more.

Bucks Announce Tipoff Week Schedule of Events

Palermo’s Pizza “2 for 2” On Pack Launch Party featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jabari Parker highlights slate of events leading up to Opening Night

Bucks Announce New Partnership with Uber

BMO Harris Bradley Center to feature a designated Uber pickup and drop-off location for all 2016-17 Bucks games

Bucks Announce Construction Team for Entertainment Block

Brookfield-based Hunzinger tabbed to manage construction for entertainment plaza as part of Milwaukee’s downtown arena development

Bucks, Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin Partner on Sports Science Center and Community Health Center

Milwaukee organizations expand long-term partnership to include development of state-of-the-art facilities within arena district for research, player care and community health

Milwaukee Bucks Announce Audition Dates for Entertainment Network Performance Groups

Bucks fans of all ages are invited to attend “Audition Week,” which will run from Tuesday, Aug. 23, through Friday, Aug. 26.

Bucks, Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin Forge Long-Term Community Partnership

Milwaukee organizations tip off community-focused partnership by implementing unique workforce development initiative at Carmen High School of Science & Technology

Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues

Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy

More Mexican for Milwaukee

New Gypsy Taco in Bay View and Taqueria El Jefe in Tosa.

Bucks Groundbreaking and Second Annual Block Party Set for June 18

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

Planning Ahead Offers Advantages When Attending Summerfest 2016

Transportation Options and Other Tips to Plan Your Visit

Danceworks Mad Hot Ballroom and Tap 10th Anniversary Competition

2,200 area young people to participate in citywide competition

How Urban is Bucks New Arena?

Not so much. The biggest problem with the new Bucks arena design is the ground floor.

UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena Announced as New Home of Milwaukee Admirals

Wisconsin Center District Board Approves Plan to Keep Hockey Franchise in Downtown Milwaukee

Danceworks Celebrates Ten Years of Mad Hot Ballroom and Tap

The night will feature one-night-only entertainment by Mad Hot Students and special alumni performances.

The Westin Milwaukee Slated to open in 2017 on the US Bank Campus at the Heart of the City’s Bustling Downtown

The hotel will be owned by Milwaukee-based Jackson Street Holdings, LLC

Mayor Barrett Announced Mentoring Initiative at My Brother’s Keeper Mentoring Forum with MPS & Milwaukee Bucks

White House Chair of My Brother’s Keeper Joined to Applaud Nationwide Progress

Bobbleheads: Real & Fantastical Heroism Is Not Your Typical Art Exhibit

Bobbleheads: Real & Fantastical Heroism is not your typical art exhibit featuring the first glimpse of the Bobblehead museum collection opening in January at RedLine Milwaukee.

Country Star Rodney Atkins and Funk Legend George Clinton to Perform at January Bucks Games

Upcoming Bucks home schedule also features three performances from locally-renowned artists as part of the Milwaukee Mondays series

What Will WCD Board Do About Marcus Center?

Abele wants them to take over arts center but WCD board members would rather wait till 2020.

Marcus Center Cast Into Limbo

No one seems to agree with Abele's plan to have it absorbed by sprawling Wisconsin Center District.

Highland Was Known as “Sauerkraut Boulevard”

It was also Johnson St. and Prairie St. before its name changed.

Plan to close 4th Street for new Bucks arena might not be a slam dunk

Bucks Add Raise to Roster of Corporate Partners

World’s largest gift card marketplace sponsoring enhanced arena Wi-Fi and giving Bucks fans opportunities to win valuable Raise credits

Bucks to Hold National Anthem Auditions

Talented individuals or groups invited to perform for judging panel

Downtown tavern operators buy building near Bradley Center

City ordered to pay strip club’s legal fees

Bucks Continue to Upgrade Fan Experience in BMO Harris Bradley Center Club Spaces

Brand new Potawatomi Club and renovated Palermo’s Courtside Club to debut this season

Pricey Bucks floor will be used just four times next season

Statement from Alderman Mark A. Borkowski October 5, 2015

City anticipating lawsuit after denying Silk’s request for downtown strip club

Aldermen approve borrowing for the new arena

Disagreement on closing street could affect Bucks arena plan

City panel OKs $47 million for Bucks arena; opening may be delayed to 2018

Bucks hope to break ground this year on Park East practice facility

Brady Street Won’t Get Camp Bar

Owner backs off from plan to put bar in old hardware store building. So what will take its place?

City comptroller recommends approval of Milwaukee Bucks arena plan

Bucks Name Alicia Dupies Vice President of Community Relations

Former Mortenson executive joins talented and diverse Bucks management team

BMO Harris Bradley Center will go out in blaze of glory: Spokesman

Urban spelunking: BMO Harris Bradley Center

Black City Residents Not Sold on NBA Arena

African American leaders who support it face skepticism from constituents.

Bucks Arena Winners and Losers

We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.

Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting Draws 10,000 to Milwaukee Venues

Annual event for Milwaukee-based financial security company to pump about $12.9 million into local economy

Bucks Announce New Multi-Year Partnership with Coakley Brothers

Historic Milwaukee company now the official mover and office furniture supplier of the Bucks

Bailing Out the Bucks Is Old News

Back in 2001, Bruce Murphy reported on the Greater Milwaukee Committee's plan to subsidize the Bucks.

Admirals left out in the cold on arena plans

Tavern planned for long-vacant space near proposed Bucks arena

A Tale of Two Buildings

An arena and park pavilion are each called “public-private projects.” But they offer quite different conceptions of the public interest.

Bay View’s Golden Age?

A proposal for five new apartment buildings in Bay View. And will At Random be razed?

MMAC Plays Hardball on Bucks Arena

A misleading poll, pressure on legislators and more misinformation are all used to sell the NBA arena.

We Want a New Arena!

Bradley Center rally organized by MMAC featured five speakers touting the benefits of building a taxpayer-subsidized NBA arena.

Where the Bucks Want to Build

Photos of the land now and renderings of the development show how the area would change.

Bucks Arena Tough Sell for Outstate Legislators

Poll shows state residents outside metro Milwaukee and Madison oppose subsidy by 86% to 10%.

Bucks Plan Envisions Arena Streetcar

$1 billion plan for new arena and other development would transform Park East land and tear down Bradley Center.

Bucks, Usinger’s are again sponsoring ‘Best Brat’ contest

The winning creation will be served in the BMO Harris Bradley Center during the April 12 game vs. Brooklyn

Blood donors sought for Bucks/Blood Center event

Organizers will provide a voucher for two tickets to a Bucks game (April 4 or 15) and a special T-shirt. Parking and childcare are free.

Why Would the State Give $220 Million to Someone Whose Company is Destroying Milwaukee Neighborhoods?

Common Ground shines a light on Wesley Edens’ crumbling foreclosures

Council asks state to study merger of Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center boards

News release from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski

How Will NBA Arena Benefit the City?

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

Milwaukee to Host NCAA “March Madness” in 2017

After 2014 success, BMO Harris Bradley Center to host first and second rounds

Keep the Panther’s House Milwaukee’s Arena

“This town is big enough for the both of us.”

Zepnick blasts latest MMAC proposal to hit Milwaukee taxpayers

Rep. Josh Zepnick said the latest MMAC proposal to force referendums to raise taxes in Milwaukee is a disaster waiting to happen.

Tim Sheehy’s Traditional Home

He is working to keep the Bucks in Milwaukee for as long as he's lived in Fox Point.

Will Republicans Support a Bucks Bailout?

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

Weishan Pushes Ahead With Arena Resolutions

"Now is the Time to Speak Up" on Funding for New Arena, He Says

A Common Dream for Metro Milwaukee

Support for a new NBA arena can and should unite us as fellow Milwaukeeans.

Build NBA Arena Next to Potawatomi Casino

City could create TIF district in valley on little-used land, state assemblyman proposes.

Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center efforts should go hand-in-hand

Alderman Witkowski news conference will call for changes in board structures

Sup. Weishan “Disappointed” That Committee Does Not Take Up Arena Referendum Resolution

Says Public Deserves Right to Express Itself on New Arena, Wisconsin Center Expansion

Four Plans to Save the Bucks

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

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.

Marc Marotta’s Mequon McMansion

The Foley lawyer and Bradley Center chairman will be helping taxpayers see the wisdom of building a new NBA arena.

Common Ground Focused on Public Funding

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

Why the Bucks Arena is Downtown — And Will Stay There

If not for an obnoxiously insistent mayor, the Bradley Center would have been built in the Menomonee Valley.

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.

Supervisor John Weishan, Jr., Praises Judiciary Committee for Approval of Referendum on Sales Tax for New Downtown Arena

Resolution Calls for Public Voice in Arena Decision

Common Ground Rallies for FAIR PLAY

If the Bucks get a great place to play, then our kids get great places to play.

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Cultural Assets Task Force Should Focus on Education, Transit, Neighborhood Rehabilitation and Street Repairs

Milwaukee County Supervisor Russell Stamper II said today that the Cultural and Entertainment Needs Task Force should focus on Milwaukee's neighborhood redevelopment, transit and street repair.

Walker Delays On Three Tough Issues

No decision before election on new Bucks arena, proposed Kenosha casino and how to fund new highway construction.

Milwaukee County Supervisor John Weishan Calls for Advisory Referendum on New Sports and Entertainment Complex

Says Voters Have Already Approved Other Priorities Such as Parks, Recreation and Culture, Transit and Emergency Medical Services in 2008 Referendum

Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address

Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for Transit to be Part of Capital Needs Discussion

Says Arena and Cultural Amenities Should Not Be Only Focus of Discussion

Milwaukee to host NCAA “March Madness” Preliminary Rounds

The BMO Harris Bradley Center will serve as an epicenter of March Madness from March 20-22, when it welcomes eight of the 64 teams in the second and third rounds of the 2014 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.

$1 Billion Needed for Milwaukee Facilities

Public Policy Forum study says $400 million needed for NBA arena, $300 million for convention center and rest for other facilities.

Free Construction Trades Classes Fill Need

North side program has taught some 400 people, helping meet post-recession needs in the industry.

Why a Regional Tax is Needed

A regional tax for amenities like Milwaukee’s zoo and art museum is needed. Will they benefit from effort to help the Milwaukee Bucks?

Planning and a Pint Series Takes on Bradley Center Debate

Discussion at the Bradley Center will center around future of facility, and the possibility a new arena.

New Moves to Bail Out the Bucks

Bradley Center and business leaders search for a clever way to subsidize the NBA team.

Two-Thirds of School Recreational Facilities are Inadequate

Study by Common Ground also demands children's facilities be fixed as part of any deal for new Bucks arena.

Common Ground Releases Fair Play Survey Report

Preliminary Report to the Community On the Condition of the Outdoor Public School Athletic Facilities in Milwaukee County

How to Save the Milwaukee Bucks

A real estate partnership could build a new arena with a far lower public subsidy and more revenue for the Bucks.

Activists Demand New NBA Arena Include Funding for Kids

No new Bucks arena without fixing schools' rundown fields and inadequate recreation facilities, says Common Ground.

Major Goolsby’s, America’s 8th Best Sports Bar?

With 50 TVs and a Charles Barkley pig, it’s all sports all the time.

Myths About a New NBA Arena

In their zeal to build new, publicly-funded arena, proponents are misleading the community.

New report casts doubts on sports venues’ economic impact claims

Alderman Murphy believes the report will be a valuable tool in the upcoming debate over the future of Milwaukee’s BMO Harris Bradley Center.

Downtown Milwaukee: “Old World Charm, New World Class”

A Plan to Revitalize and Grow Milwaukee’s Downtown: Minus the Downtown Streetcar

Surprise Compromise on Preservation Law

Opposing sides agree on preservation ordinance changes. But is consensus possible on a combined arena and transit tax?

Brandon Jennings’ Very Moderne Digs

Bucks guard is on 25th floor of The Moderne, right by Bradley Center and a floor above Monta Ellis.

State funds for BMO/Harris Bradley Center helpful; others could also be helped

In my view, I do not see this move as a flip flop on the part of the Governor .

Will Herb Kohl Blackmail Milwaukee?

The Bucks need a new arena. Time to start threatening to move the team.

Did Donovan Make Bauman Soil His Pants?

Another week, another Ald. Donovan anti-streetcar press conference. Plus: will the Bucks get a new owner and new arena? And: East Side zoning changes and the return of the Downtown Trolley loop.

Herb Kohl’s Arena Commitment, The Second Downtown Strip Club, Northwestern Mutual’s New Downtown Building, and More

This week's Eyes on Milwaukee column explores Herb Kohl's commitment to a new arena, the idea of another downtown strip club, Northwestern Mutual's potential new downtown building, and a whole lot more.

Tear It Down – US Cellular Arena vs Bradley Center

Fast forward a few years and assume that the Bucks were able to land a new arena in Milwaukee.

The Bitter Feud Between the Bradley Center and Wisconsin Center

The "negotiations" by the Bradley Center and the Wisconsin Center District have begun to resemble the feud between the Hatfields and McCoys.

How Scott McCallum Plans to Raise Your Taxes

Sometime in the coming week, Gov. Scott McCallum will be meeting secretly with lobbyists in Minocqua, of all places, to discuss a plan to cut school spending and force property tax increases as a way to balance the state budget.

The Truth About the Di Suvero Sculpture

It's been amusing to see all the hand wringing by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as to whether we dare move the Di Suvero sculpture.

Secrets of the Bradley Center

There's a lot of money to be made in professional sports.

Is the State Legislature Still a Men’s Club?

It was the gunfight at the Capitol corral and only men were invited.

Will A New Soccer Stadium Help or Hurt the Bucks?

The proposal to build a soccer stadium downtown adds another complication to what has become a political minefield around the proposed Bradley Center renovation.

How Sen. Kohl Will Profit From Your Taxes

Everybody knows the Milwaukee Bucks are losing money.

Is David Skiles Stalling Efforts to Save the Bucks?

Community leaders seem to agree the Bradley Center and Wisconsin Center should combine forces to save the Milwaukee Bucks.

Personal Foul – Norquist Loses Points With the Business Community

The Greater Milwaukee Committee thinks it's found a way to get more revenue for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Movers, shakers back arena shift