Public Safety
Reports of Child Abuse Plummet
Down nearly 50% in state. Experts fear cases aren’t being reported.
May 11th, 2020 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public RadioSeeking COVID Compassion
Advocates seek clemency, reduction of state’s incarcerated population.
May 10th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerThe Hell of Human Trafficking
It's modern day slavery using “mental shackles, manipulation and brainwashing”.
Apr 29th, 2020 by Riya Bhasin, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceDomestic Violence Surging In Milwaukee
Reports up 28% in April. Officials urge those in unsafe homes to turn to community resources for help.
Apr 29th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneCourt Overturns 2010 Homicide Conviction
Milwaukee police clearly violated suspect’s Miranda rights, federal judge rules.
Apr 28th, 2020 by Gretchen SchuldtActivists Plead for Release of Prisoners
Worry over spread of COVID-19 in state’s prisons, lives of most vulnerable inmates.
Apr 25th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerWMC Opposes Help for First Responders
Big business group gets legislative change so it's harder for police, fire fighters to get workers comp.
Apr 25th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign105 Cases of COVID-19 at House of Correction
As the results come in from mass testing over the weekend the case count continues to grow.
Apr 23rd, 2020 by Graham KilmerCouncil Okays Fines for “Safer at Home” Violators
107 arrests so far by Milwaukee Police; now can issue fines of $500 to enforce state order.
Apr 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneSome Sheriffs, Police Question Evers’ Shutdown
"For those not afraid of the Devil,” says one police chief, social distancing may not be needed.
Apr 21st, 2020 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio63 House of Correction Inmates Have COVID-19
And many more cases expected as test results of more than 900 inmates and staff come in.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham KilmerA Day to Consider Legalizing Pot
It can actually be a gateway to prosperity and increased opportunity, says state representative.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner