Public Safety
Bill to Impound Cars Costly for Cities
Republican bill could cost local governments $50 million per year and charge owners of autos that are stolen.
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Gretchen SchuldtGOP Lawmakers Push “Tougher on Crime” Legislation
Package of bills draws major criticism and concern from committee, citizens.
Jan 31st, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerHundreds Rally for Criminal Justice Reform
ACLU organized lobbying day calls for an end to policies that contribute to mass incarceration.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerBarrett, Hamilton Demand Probe of Leaked Police Video
Chief Morales says he didn’t leak it; mayor, council leader want investigation, find out who did.
Jan 29th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyMorales Listening Session Gets Mixed Reviews
Police chief held session on North Side. Here’s the reaction of some attendees.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Sam Woods, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service40 Wendy’s, Fazzoli’s Restaurants Violated Law
US Department Of Labor issues fines for violating child labor law in Wisconsin, 8 other states.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioFederal Probe Charges 37 Drug Traffickers
Search warrants executed in Milwaukee, Puerto Rico result in seizure of larges stashes of drugs, guns and money.
Jan 19th, 2020 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Jail Population Rising
Rise attributed to opioid epidemic and state bail laws.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer and Keegan Kyle, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Legislators Push “Tougher on Crime” Bills
Stiffer penalties on variety of crimes even as Evers moves to reduce prison population.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerCity Attorney Guts Authority of FPC Board
The FPC board clearly has the power to oversee executive director and staff.
Jan 13th, 2020 by Paul MozinaHomicides Down 33% Since 2015
New approach with many stakeholders paying off, but work nowhere near done, says mayor.
Jan 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene‘Relentless Pursuit’ Worries Immigration Activists
Will new federal enforcement effort, working with Milwaukee Police, involve ICE agents?
Jan 7th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner