Public Safety
Two Milwaukee Legislators Proposing Traffic Calming Fund
Proposal calls for $60 million program to combat reckless driving statewide.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Gun Thefts Saw 8-Fold Increase in Downtown
But thefts began to decline in 2023. Milwaukee Bucks campaign credited.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Mayor 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 Service
City, 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 Examiner
Former Mayoral Aide, MPD Official Charged With Voter Fraud
Marcey Patterson charged with voter fraud to get improper pay.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Concealed Carry Gun Owners Have Killed Many
Report documents 2,817 non-self defense deaths. How many in Wisconsin?
Aug 21st, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Dane County Sheriff Battles ICE for Custody of Homicide Suspect
Judge orders Honduran immigrant Noelia Martinez-Avila to be transported back to Dane County for prosecution.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Still Has Deep Backload of Criminal Cases
Despite increased funding still a shortage of prosecutors and public defenders.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mayor Skips Finalists, Picks Outsider For Key Violence Prevention Role
Johnson taps Adam Procell, who turned his life around after homicide conviction.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
13,000 Properties in SE Wisconsin Suffered Flood Damage
Many not covered by home insurance, waiting on FEMA declaration.
Aug 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Police Chief Faces Tough Questions During Luncheon
Jeffrey Norman talks technology, reckless driving and ACLU settlement with Milwaukee Press Club panel.
Aug 13th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Using Technology To Expedite Flood Cleanup
DPW using new dispatching system, and lots of labor, to clear debris.
Aug 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
