While some may think alcohol is just part of watching sports, local organizations are working to change the narrative. In celebration of National Recovery Month, The Phoenix and Marquette Recovery hosted Milwaukee's "Largest Sober Tailgate" before Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Brewers game against the Los Angeles Angels.The event is part of MKE Recovery Night at the Brewers. The … [Read more...] about Brewers host Milwaukee’s ‘Largest Sober Tailgate’
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Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby
All Photos by Yvonne Kemp The Milwaukee Brewers held an Alumni Home Run Derby at American Family Field as part of the celebration of the stadium's 25th anniversary. Nearly 42,000 fans watched Team Ryan Braun take on Team Carlos Gómez with a $10,000 prize for charity on the line after the Milwaukee Brewers/Philadelphia Phillies game on July 25, 2025. Teams of the alumni … [Read more...] about Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby
Simone Biles wins big at the 2025 ESPYs
The decorated gymnast accepted Best Championship Performance and Best Female Athlete, delivering powerful words about resilience and gratitude during her speech. By Oumou Fofana Simone Biles reminded the world exactly why she’s the most decorated gymnast of all time. She walked away with two trophies at the 2025 ESPY Awards on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, including the … [Read more...] about Simone Biles wins big at the 2025 ESPYs
Milwaukee Brewers host annual Negro League Tribute Game
On Friday, July 11, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers along with Aurora Healthcare and Social X MKE celebrated the legacy, history and culture of the Negro Leagues, with the Negro League Tribute Game against the Washington Nationals at American Family Field. This year's celebration acknowledged more than just the contributions of African Americans to the game of baseball; it was also … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers host annual Negro League Tribute Game
Your complete guide to Green Bay NFL Draft: Concerts, parking, tickets
After years of planning, the 2025 NFL draft is April 24-26 in Titletown. This is the first NFL Draft held in Green Bay, but there was one in downtown Milwaukee in 1939. The city, home of the Green Bay Packers, is the smallest NFL market. The Packers estimate this will bring 250,000 fans to Green Bay. The event is free to attend and will include activities such as autograph … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to Green Bay NFL Draft: Concerts, parking, tickets
Brews’ celebrate the life of announcer Bob Uecker during opening day
On March 31, 2025 the Milwaukee Brewers hosted their home opener at American Family Field. It was a bittersweet occasion as it was the first one without beloved Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker, who passed away in January 2025. The home opener included several remembrances, including Ueck’s signature across the outfield grass, a moment of silence and the Milwaukee debut of … [Read more...] about Brews’ celebrate the life of announcer Bob Uecker during opening day
George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
George Foreman, the legendary boxer and namesake of one of the most iconic cooking apparatuses of the last 30 years, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 76. A statement confirming the Texas legend’s death was shared on his Instagram page. “Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman, Sr., who … [Read more...] about George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Fiserv Forum to host two rounds of Big Dance The madness in March is hitting Milwaukee. Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, will host two rounds of the NCAA basketball tournament this weekend. "Milwaukee's always been a great host, but since Fiserv Forum has opened, it's become a whole new level of experience with the student athletes of NCAA," said Sports … [Read more...] about Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Former Milwaukee Bucks small forward Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 after suffering a medical emergency in Louisville, CT according to Al J. Schneider Company, which represents the Galt House, where Bridgeman was earlier in the day. Bridgeman, 71, was a former basketball star at the University of Louisville. It happened at the Galt House during the 45th … [Read more...] about Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Felix Mantilla, one of the few surviving members of Milwaukee’s only World Series championship, himself a champion of youth baseball in the city, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Felix Mantilla, an iconic figure in Milwaukee who was an inspiration to all of us in the Milwaukee baseball community,” the Brewers said in a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla