Former U.S. Senator and Milwaukee Bucks Owner Herb Kohl Dies at 88

Kohl, known for his love for Wisconsin and his philanthropic efforts, passed away after a brief illness.

Herb Kohl, former Democratic U.S. senator from Wisconsin and former owner of the Milwaukee Bucks basketball team, has died at the age of 88.
Kohl was known for his love for Milwaukee and Wisconsin, where he chose to live out his days.
He was a popular figure in Wisconsin, purchasing the Bucks to keep them from leaving town, and spending generously from his fortune on civic and educational causes throughout the state.
In the Senate, Kohl was an unusual figure, quiet and not one to seek credit, yet effective on issues important to the state, especially dairy policy.
He also used his own money to fund the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation, which donates money for scholarships and fellowships to students, teachers and schools in Wisconsin.