Public Safety

‘Somebody’s Going to End Up Dead!’ Mayor Decries Street Takeovers

‘Somebody’s Going to End Up Dead!’ Mayor Decries Street Takeovers

Mayor Johnson, DA Lovern warn of penalties for both organizers and spectators.

New Marquette University Police Unit Fights Reckless Driving

New Marquette University Police Unit Fights Reckless Driving

In its first 11 weeks officers have stopped 200 vehicles.

Lawsuit Says Top Fire Truck Manufacturers Are Colluding

Lawsuit Says Top Fire Truck Manufacturers Are Colluding

Charging they raise prices, limit supply. Two of three companies are in Wisconsin.

How A Milwaukee Mom Met The Man Who Killed Her Son

How A Milwaukee Mom Met The Man Who Killed Her Son

Debra Gillispie has spent two decades advocating to end gun violence, uplifting survivors’ stories.

MKE County: State Funding Indirectly Supporting New Courthouse Project
MKE County

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Latest cost estimate is $490 million. County could start borrowing for it as soon as 2027.

Democratic Bill Prohibits Concealed Carry on College Campuses

Democratic Bill Prohibits Concealed Carry on College Campuses

There have been 22 shootings on U.S. college campuses this year.

UW-Madison Part of a Wave of Active Shooter Hoaxes Across US

UW-Madison Part of a Wave of Active Shooter Hoaxes Across US

'By the time the truth gets out it’s a hoax, people are frightened to death.'

Two Milwaukee Legislators Proposing Traffic Calming Fund

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Proposal calls for $60 million program to combat reckless driving statewide.

Back in the News: Gun Thefts Saw 8-Fold Increase in Downtown
Back in the News

Gun Thefts Saw 8-Fold Increase in Downtown

But thefts began to decline in 2023. Milwaukee Bucks campaign credited.

Mayor Criticized for Process of Choosing Wellness and Safety Leader

Mayor Criticized for Process of Choosing Wellness and Safety Leader

After three finalists came before public forum, Johnson chose someone else.

City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods

City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods

Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.

Former Mayoral Aide, MPD Official Charged With Voter Fraud

Former Mayoral Aide, MPD Official Charged With Voter Fraud

Marcey Patterson charged with voter fraud to get improper pay.