Host Committee Raised $92 Million for RNC in Milwaukee
Mostly from MMAC foundation. Committee may donate a few million leftover to community.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioOfficials Admit RNC Issues, But Say Event Was Success
Hotel revenue surged and AT&T spent millions but some businesses say it was a bust.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneScenes from the RNC
Protestors, politicians, MAGA, oh my!
Jul 19th, 2024 by Urban MilwaukeeHulk Hogan, Kid Rock and Donald Trump, Final Day of RNC Veered All Over
Milwaukee's moment in the spotlight ends with Trump giving longest speech in modern history.
Jul 19th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneTrump to Wisconsin – ‘I Am Trying To Buy Your Vote’
RNC speech shucks unity theme for criticism of Biden policies, praise of Milwaukee.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene‘Everyday American’ Diane Hendricks Touts Trump, Her Life Story in RNC Speech
Wisconsin billionaire sells a rags to riches story in speech.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneBars and Restaurants See Dramatically Mixed Results For RNC Traffic
Many downtown entrepreneurs say the week has fallen short of city's promises.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Sophie BolichYoung Republicans Say They’re Ready To Lead Wisconsin GOP
New polling suggests those under 30 are leaning more toward Republican party than in the past.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioJD Vance Plays Up Working Class Roots, Populist Politics in RNC Speech
VP nominee puts an exclamation point on Trump's populist politics and paeans to the country's "forgotten people."
Jul 17th, 2024 by Graham KilmerRNC Host Says Visitors, Locals Need To Spread Across Downtown
"It's quieter than I would like it to be," says host committee COO. MMAC encourages long-term view.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin Violinist Helps Create Sounds of the RNC
Ashley Rewolinski plays music to fit the audience at convention events.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Delegates Offer Their Take On Milwaukee, RNC
They love it, well, except for Derrick Van Orden.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneTrump Walks The RNC Floor
Former president toured Fiserv Forum Wednesday afternoon in preparation for speech Thursday night.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Sophie BolichJon Stewart Offers Lame Excuse For Canceling The Daily Show in Milwaukee
Its RNC show broadcast from NYC, with Stewart praising Milwaukee and its mayor.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneRon Johnson Says Free-Market Principles Could Fix Education
WI senator blasts educational bureaucracy at panel hosted by right-wing Moms for Liberty.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Graham KilmerMayor Johnson Addresses ‘Tragic’ Police Involved Killing
Mayor expects 'thorough investigation.' Officers killed Milwaukee resident armed with knives.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Sophie BolichHovde Plays MAGA Hits in RNC Speech
GOP senate hopeful bashed President Biden, his opponent Sen. Tammy Baldwin, drug cartels and the media.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Graham KilmerSen. Vance Appears With Donald Trump, Jr. at Fiserv Forum
Republican V-P nominee toured arena, will formally address convention Wednesday night.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Sophie BolichRon Johnson Has Long Parroted Extreme Claims
Jul 16th, 2024 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Five Ohio Police Officers Shoot, Kill Milwaukee Resident Outside RNC
Individual was in King Park neighborhood, well outside of convention perimeter.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneClimate Activists Unveil Apocalypse Dioramas Near RNC
Life-sized dioramas depict scenes of extreme flooding, air pollution and unbearable heat.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Sophie BolichWisconsin’s RNC Delegates Celebrate Midwestern VP Pick
Will selection of Ohio US Senator J.D. Vance help presidential campaign in this state?
Jul 16th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin RNC Delegation Puts Differences Aside on Abortion
'Unity is the key word' after shooting, even on hot button issue of abortion.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerOne Day Into RNC, ‘Things are Going Pretty Well’ Says Mayor
Johnson praises security efforts, encourages voting at Day 2 morning press conference.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Sophie BolichTough Messages Projected on Downtown Buildings Bash Trump, MAGA
Democratic guerrilla group projects images opposing Donald Trump, supporting Joe Biden.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer