Public Safety
$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?
Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Victims’ Names in Abundant Life Christian School Shooting Not Yet Released
Shooter was Natalie Rupnow, 15, a student at school. Madison Police investigating.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Danger, Thin Ice, Experts Warn
Fluctuating temperatures make ice cover on lakes and ponds dangerous.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
3 Dead in Shooting at Madison’s Abundant Life Christian School
Shooter among those killed, 6 others injured, police investigation ongoing.
Dec 16th, 2024 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘First of its Kind in Wisconsin’ Collaboration Will Support Disabled Incarcerated Youth
'Break the cycle' program aims to help youth reentering society.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Suit Alleges Policy Decisions Led To Suicide at Community Reintegration Center
Suit alleges "deliberate indifference" to Antonio Bonaccorso's mental health struggle in advance of suicide.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin DOJ Awarded $7 Million for Substance Abuse Treatment
Program provides services to prevent crisis, overdoses or criminal charges.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Gun Violence Down 17% in Wisconsin, 20% in Milwaukee
During first 8 months of 2024. Are community intervention efforts working?
Dec 9th, 2024 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Public Defender Budget Request Seeks Fewer Criminal Charges
Downgrading disorderly conduct, pot possession to reduce court caseload.
Dec 9th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Grant Will Help Find Housing For Those Leaving Incarceration
County will work with individuals facing homelessness as they they Community Reintegration Center.
Dec 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Average Felony Case in State Took 259 Days to Resolve in 2023
But that's faster than in 2022, despite a heavier case load.
Dec 4th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Supervisors Question Jail Leaders Following Audit
Sheriff Ball says they're taking steps to fix 'deeply alarming' issues cited by audit.
Dec 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
