2020 Democratic National Convention
Special Coverage
Milwaukee has defined its own narrative over the past year as the host city for the DNC event. This series of news features explores different elements of that process, particularly as ethnic communities seek a foothold in the economic profits from the event, and a positive identity in the eyes of the country. These stories cover the excitement and uncertainty that the opportunity will bring, and the aspirations of Milwaukee’s modern presentation on the national stage.
DNC releases tentative security footprint that includes Westside of Downtown Milwaukee
All downtown Milwaukee businesses will remain open and residents will be able to access their homes and parking structures during the Democratic National Convention in July. Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales, Mayor Tom Barrett and members of the Democratic...
Milwaukee hosts winter walkthrough for national media to showcase city and preview DNC
The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the Milwaukee Host Committee welcomed members from national news organizations to Milwaukee on January 7 for the winter media walkthrough, with events at the Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee Convention Center. Media...
First-of-its-kind portal launched by Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee offers searchable venue database
The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee recently launched its Venue Search Portal, a first-of-its-kind digital search platform that features information about over 400 venues from across Milwaukee and the surrounding region. The Search Portal platform will serve as a...
Year In Review 2019: DNC brings national spotlight to the Brew City
The news features presented here for this shared topic were published as original editorial content, and all were reported by the staff of Milwaukee Independent in 2019. The Year In Review (YIR) series has evolved from simple annual highlights that recap the year to a...
Next phase of renovation for Victory Over Violence Park expected in time for 2020 DNC
The City of Milwaukee’s Environmental Collaboration Office (ECO) and the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District shared updated plans on November 27 for the renovation of Victory Over Violence Park in Bronzeville. Victory Over Violence Park was created...
Milwaukee leaders say security at DNC next summer will be tight but not an obstacle for residents
For months, federal, state and local law enforcement officials have been planning for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee. From July 13 to 16, an estimated 50,000 people will come to the city to take part in the event, making security a primary...
