Public Safety
Moore Will Force Council Vote On High-Speed Police Chases
'We’re not going to allow people to die because we’re pursuing somebody for expired plates.'
Jul 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
ATV Crashes Up in Wisconsin, Alcohol Use a Factor
Some legislators want to strengthen OWI laws. The Tavern League opposes this.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Annie Pulley, The Badger Project
Spencer’s Exit From FPC Marks ‘Big Loss’ As Mayor Names Successor
Executive director hails her impact on commission; Jordan Morales nominated as replacement.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s Happening With Community Collaborative Commission
Citizen group oversees how Milwaukee Police comply with 2020 stop and frisk settlement.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
DOJ Warns Milwaukee Over Ban On Masked Federal Agents
But lead sponsor says it is the Trump administration that is in the wrong.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Investigator In Flock Stalking Case Now Charged With Felony Misuse of System
Detective Tehrangi Chapman is charged with felony misconduct and misuse of GPS tracking technology.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Overdose Deaths Fall Across Wisconsin As Harm Reduction Efforts Grow
From Narcan in vending machines to new treatment beds, a statewide push is saving lives after record highs.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Prisons Fill With OWI Offenders Even As Arrests Decline
Fewer low-level drunk driving arrests, more serious and repeat cases, and rising incarceration costs collide statewide.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Dugan Sentenced to $5,000 Fine, Will Appeal Conviction
Speaks for first time since her arrest, saying she is neither a 'scofflaw or hero.'
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
47 Animal Rights Activists Who Raided Ridglan Farms Charged With Felonies
They could face years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines for alleged burglary, theft.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Researchers Find Link Between Vehicle Crashes and Firearm Injuries
Can this information be used to help prevent Milwaukee gun violence?
Jul 8th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Homicides Down 30% in Milwaukee in First Half of 2026
Mayor Johnson says the city is a 'safer community.'
Jul 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
