Mayor Johnson addresses the city's commitment to safety and community unity during the high-profile event As Milwaukee steps into the national spotlight with the Republican National Convention (RNC) beginning Monday, July 15, 2024, Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered updates on the city's readiness, emphasizing strong security measures in place. This comes on the heels of … [Read more...] about RNC begins in Milwaukee: Mayor Johnson highlights unity and security
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Fourteen Milwaukee bus routes to be impacted by RNC
Milwaukee County Transit System announced changes, citing security measures around the event.Riders are advised to expect delays and plan their trips accordingly. Fourteen bus routes will be impacted starting July 11, 2024, as the Republican National Convention (RNC) comes to Milwaukee. According to a news release Monday, July 8, 2024 Milwaukee County Transit System … [Read more...] about Fourteen Milwaukee bus routes to be impacted by RNC
Joshua Glover and Wisconsin’s ties to the founding of the Republican Party
By Gerard Randallformer 2024 Republican Host Committee Secretary The United States Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Act on September 18, 1850. The act mandated that escaped slaves be returned to their masters, and that any officials as well as regular citizens in northern states, must comply with the law. The act energized those opposed to slavery to all the more … [Read more...] about Joshua Glover and Wisconsin’s ties to the founding of the Republican Party
RNC 2024 Milwaukee: Security zone impacts city, residents
2024 Republican National Convention will bring significant changes to the city, from road closures to restricted access; here's how RNC will impact Milwaukee The U.S. Secret Service unveiled the security perimeter for the Republican National Convention, which will take place in Milwaukee from July 15-18, 2024. The perimeter encompasses the area surrounding Fiserv Forum, … [Read more...] about RNC 2024 Milwaukee: Security zone impacts city, residents
After day-long meeting, RNC protesters, city of Milwaukee unable to reach agreement over lawsuit
A fight for where protesters can voice their opinions during the July Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee continues after protesters and the city met for hours in federal court Monday, June 17, 2024. The Coalition to March on the RNC and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) are suing the city over where demonstrators can protest. The lawsuit argues … [Read more...] about After day-long meeting, RNC protesters, city of Milwaukee unable to reach agreement over lawsuit