Public Safety
Why the Protests Won’t End
9 reasons why the protests are different this time.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyState Challenges Federal Sex Assault Changes
Kaul joins 17 other states opposing federal rules, claiming less protection for sexual assault and harassment victims.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioSmall Town Protests See ‘Thrilling’ Response
"Everyone's coming together" at protests in Wausau, Sturgeon Bay and across the state.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio“Shorewood Spitter” Taken To Jail After Second Incident
Attorney Stephanie Rapkin is accused of spitting on teenager, shoving college student and kneeing police officer in groin.
Jun 7th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneDay 10 of Milwaukee Protests
Pride and Black Lives Matter protest draws thousands, as several marches today mix and combine at various points.
Jun 7th, 2020 by Graham KilmerDear Mr. Mayor
A young African American protester detained by police suffered serious injury. How will you handle this?
Jun 7th, 2020 by Judith HarwayIs Chief Morales Doing a Good Job?
Council members ask for citizens' views in preparation for performance review of police chief.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyCity Officials Grill Police on Tactics
Still more questions on 6th and McKinley, as council, mayor disagree with police tactics.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene31 Cities in Wisconsin Saw Protests
From Manitowoc to Marinette, Sun Prairie to Superior, demands of justice for George Floyd, police reform.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Will Cushman, WisContextPrison Admissions to Rise Amid Pandemic
Pause in admissions ends this month, even as COVID-19 numbers rise.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Gretchen SchuldtMayor Questions Police Use of Force In Protests
No rubber bullets, limit tear gas, Barrett says.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioFilm About Milwaukee Police Killing Dontre Hamilton is Free this Week
Filmmaker removes fees to watch award-winning documentary.
Jun 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene