Public Safety
‘Somebody’s Going to End Up Dead!’ Mayor Decries Street Takeovers
Mayor Johnson, DA Lovern warn of penalties for both organizers and spectators.
Sep 5th, 2025 by Sophie BolichNew Marquette University Police Unit Fights Reckless Driving
In its first 11 weeks officers have stopped 200 vehicles.
Sep 3rd, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public RadioLawsuit Says Top Fire Truck Manufacturers Are Colluding
Charging they raise prices, limit supply. Two of three companies are in Wisconsin.
Sep 2nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioHow A Milwaukee Mom Met The Man Who Killed Her Son
Debra Gillispie has spent two decades advocating to end gun violence, uplifting survivors’ stories.
Sep 1st, 2025 by Jonah Beleckis, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Funding Indirectly Supporting New Courthouse Project
Latest cost estimate is $490 million. County could start borrowing for it as soon as 2027.
Aug 28th, 2025 by Graham KilmerDemocratic Bill Prohibits Concealed Carry on College Campuses
There have been 22 shootings on U.S. college campuses this year.
Aug 28th, 2025 by Baylor SpearsUW-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.'
Aug 28th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Two Milwaukee Legislators Proposing Traffic Calming Fund
Proposal calls for $60 million program to combat reckless driving statewide.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneGun Thefts Saw 8-Fold Increase in Downtown
But thefts began to decline in 2023. Milwaukee Bucks campaign credited.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Bruce MurphyMayor Criticized for Process of Choosing Wellness and Safety Leader
After three finalists came before public forum, Johnson chose someone else.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceCity, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods
Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerFormer Mayoral Aide, MPD Official Charged With Voter Fraud
Marcey Patterson charged with voter fraud to get improper pay.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene