Posted 12/27/2023, 11:57:00 PM
Herb Kohl, former Bucks owner and Wisconsin Senator, dies at 88 after ensuring team stayed in Milwaukee
- Herb Kohl, former Democratic U.S. senator from Wisconsin and former owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, died at age 88
- Kohl purchased the Bucks in 1985 for $18 million to prevent the team from relocating out of Milwaukee
- He contributed $100 million to help build the Bucks' new arena, Fiserv Forum, ensuring the team stayed in the city
- As Senator, Kohl was known as being quiet and effective, never seeking credit or attention
- He donated generously to civic and educational causes in Wisconsin, including $25 million to the University of Wisconsin