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Mayor: Restaurants’ Business Monday Dampened by Trump Announcement
RNC attendees stayed inside or around Fiserv Forum while waiting for Donald Trump’s appearance at the convention, Mayor Cavalier Johnson says.
Q&A With Wisconsin Delegate Patty Reiman
We spoke with her about how she became a delegate and more.
‘The Daily Show’ Scraps Milwaukee RNC Plans
Four days of shows from the Marcus Center had been planned; Comedy Central will now broadcast instead from its New York studios.
Mayor Talks Security As RNC Kicks Off in Milwaukee
Mayor Cavalier Johnson says the plan built over the past 18 months will keep visitors safe, emphasizes long-term economic benefits of convention.
What to Expect for RNC Milwaukee, According to Cleveland
Cleveland hosted the 2016 Republican National Convention. A local editor reflects on the experience.
Q&A: Wisconsin Reporter Jessie Opoien on Covering Political Conventions
Thousands of journalists will come to Milwaukee for the RNC. We spoke with one who has been covering politics for 11 years.
Here’s How the RNC Is Impacting Bar Hours
What sixteen bars near the action are doing next week.
RNC 101: What You Need to Know About Milwaukee’s Big Political Moment
The RNC runs July 15-18 here in Milwaukee.
Looking Back at ‘This is Milwaukee’ Four Years Later
In 2020, the civic storytelling project captured conversations ahead of the DNC. Now, the people behind it reflect on the results.
How Will the RNC Impact Milwaukee’s Economy?
Some see RNC’s economic impact extending well beyond the morning after Trump’s big speech.