Public Safety

City Hall: Reggie Moore Leaving Office of Violence Prevention
City Hall

Reggie Moore Leaving Office of Violence Prevention

After 5 years on the job, Moore will shift focus from local to national change in new role.

City Hall: Spencer’s Conduct Could Spur New City Harassment Law
City Hall

Spencer’s Conduct Could Spur New City Harassment Law

Six employees accuse City Attorney but report finds city law doesn't cover elected officials.

Op Ed: The New Three-Fifths Compromise
Op Ed

The New Three-Fifths Compromise

Prison gerrymandering gives rural areas more votes in states like Wisconsin.

Expunging Criminal Records Gets Broad Support

Expunging Criminal Records Gets Broad Support

Police, prosecutors, public defenders, business groups back bill expanding expungement.

Did DA Delay Mensah Decision Due To Kenosha Unrest?

Did DA Delay Mensah Decision Due To Kenosha Unrest?

Wauwatosa Police indicated in emails that the Kenosha unrest in August delayed the decision in Alvin Cole shooting.

How U.S. Marshals Came to Kenosha

How U.S. Marshals Came to Kenosha

Teams were shut down in Portland and sent to Kenosha protests, despite opposition of Evers, Kaul.

A Mechanic’s Solution For Auto Parts Theft

A Mechanic’s Solution For Auto Parts Theft

City sees wave of stolen catalytic converters. Mechanic fortifies them with rebar to deter thefts.

Evers Has Given 174 Pardons

Evers Has Given 174 Pardons

That includes 17 new pardons granted Friday.

Wildfires in State Up This Year

Wildfires in State Up This Year

250 wildfires have burned 1,000 acres in Wisconsin, above the state’s 5- and 10-year averages.

Asian Milwaukeeans Discuss Anti-Asian Racism

Asian Milwaukeeans Discuss Anti-Asian Racism

A recent report found anti-Asian hate crimes up 150% in 15 major American cities.

AG Kaul, Dem Lawmakers Push New Gun Laws

AG Kaul, Dem Lawmakers Push New Gun Laws

Say GOP legislators should pass expanded background checks, 'Red Flag' law.

Inside the Milwaukee Police Fusion Center

Inside the Milwaukee Police Fusion Center

Protesters have wondered what center is up to. The history and details of little-known unit.