Public Safety

The Long Road To End Solitary Confinement in Wisconsin

The Long Road To End Solitary Confinement in Wisconsin

"The hole" is torture on those confined to it argue opponents at legislative action day.

Making The Jump From ‘Inmate to ‘Voter’

Making The Jump From ‘Inmate to ‘Voter’

Andron Lane's long journey to see his voting rights restored.

Transportation: Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours
Transportation

Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours

$2 million worth of MCTS buses were totaled by reckless drivers in just two days last week.

MKE County: County Seeks Contractors for Youth Detention Center
MKE County

County Seeks Contractors for Youth Detention Center

A $31 million project to create addition to Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center.

28 Agencies That Employ the Most Wandering Police Officers

28 Agencies That Employ the Most Wandering Police Officers

Milwaukee County Sheriff employs 16 officers previously fired or forced out.

MKE County: ‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus
MKE County

‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus

Following deadly crash, county officials call for community responsibility, more tools and funding to address reckless driving.

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Numbers continue to decline since pandemic but officials say more work still needed.

MKE County: Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates
MKE County

Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates

Milwaukee Bucks offered a 'life changing experience' for six incarcerated men.

Wisconsin Elections Chief Meagan Wolfe Gets Increased Security

Wisconsin Elections Chief Meagan Wolfe Gets Increased Security

Election workers have faced threats. Trump claimed Wolfe would 'try to steal' election.

Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements

Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements

6 plaintiffs challenge ordinance tightening rules for businesses hiring security.

300 Wisconsin Officers Fired or Forced Out Are Back on Job

300 Wisconsin Officers Fired or Forced Out Are Back on Job

Milwaukee and Waukesha have re-employed the most such officers.

How Will Milwaukee Handle Protests At The RNC?

How Will Milwaukee Handle Protests At The RNC?

Concerns grow as city hasn’t approved permit for coalition of activists.