Public Safety
Carr Promises Criminal Justice Reform
“Just wait and see,” Corrections secretary says. But advocates are impatient for reform.
Apr 29th, 2019 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public Radio
Are Police Pursuits Out of Control?
Massive increase in high-speed chases under the new policy. Results are scary.
Apr 25th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Chisholm Confirms Health Department Probe
DA says months-long investigation of how lead abatement program was handled continues.
Apr 24th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
DA Asked To Consider Charging City Officials
Hamilton, Donovan ask Chisholm to review top officials' actions on lead program problems.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
St. Croix Chippewa Accused of Embezzling
National Indian Gaming Commission charges state tribe with embezzling $1.5 million from casino revenue.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Suicides Up Since Gun Waiting Period Ended
In 2015 Walker, Republicans repealed law requiring 48 hour waiting period to buy guns.
Apr 21st, 2019 by Chris Walker
DNR Investigating Dogs Killed by Poison
Dogs, coyotes, other wildlife were poisoned on public lands in Northern Wisconsin.
Apr 20th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sargent Pushes Legal Pot Bill. Again
For fourth time in six years, Madison legislator offers bill to legalize recreational marijuana.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Chases Have Nearly Tripled, Report Shows
New MPD policy has increased pursuits -- but also accidents.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Proposal Seeks to Prevent Rape Kit Backlog
Attorney General Kaul, lawmakers push defined procedures for handling sexual assault testing so all kits processed promptly.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Approves “John Shaming” for Prostitution
Unanimously supports higher fines, shaming customers. But sex workers group objects.
Apr 16th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Yes and No on Marijuana
Evers is right: No to full legalization but yes to medical cannabis, decriminalizing possession of small amounts.
Apr 15th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
