Public Safety
Can the Police Union Prevent Reform?
Milwaukee’s powerful union has long gotten its way. But this time may be different.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Marchers Show Up Despite The Rain
Tropical storm doesn't stop three marches across the city, one with only cars.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Groups Push MPS, Stop Funding Police
Community groups say MPS should stop paying for Milwaukee Police security programs, spend it on education.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Sam Woods, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Police Groups Have Big Capitol Clout
They spent $2.3 million on state lobbying and elections over 10 years, pushing many bills they favor.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Right Wing Group Pushes Prison Reform
State can’t afford new prison, Badger Institute notes, so policymakers should look to reforms used by other states.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee
The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan
Baldwin, Moore, Pocan push bill stressing transparency, accountability, banning chokeholds, racial profiling.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Robin Bravender, Wisconsin Examiner
Tear Gas Is Dangerous, Experts Say
And may increase risk of getting COVID-19. Mayor, others have urged police to stop its use.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
‘The Three’ Protest Targets Wauwatosa Cop
Grieving families say one Tosa officer involved in three fatal shooting in five years.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Pocan Wants Uniform National Police Standards
Bill includes standard for use of force, de-escalation techniques, pursuit practices.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
America’s Police State
20% of police served in the military, and tend to get more complaints of excessive force.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Jeffrey Sommers
Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council
13 members sign letter urging Morales: stop chiding protesters and listen to their message.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
