Public Safety
Proposal Would Require Rapists To Pay Double Child Support
Republican State Sen. Cory Tomcyzk, a co-sponsor, calls it “a pro-life bill.”
Jul 27th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick, Wisconsin Public Radio
West Allis Fire Department Offering Medication to Prevent Overdoses
Will offer people buprenorphine, approved by FDA to treat opioid use disorders.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Grants Could Fund Marina Upgrades
County grant office and Parks department seek federal and state grants.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Your Input Sought For Reckless Driving Campaign
County's information gathering campaign ends with 8 public meetings in August.
Jul 22nd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Bipartisan Legislation Would Prevent Strip Searches In Wisconsin Schools
Proposal is response to Oconto County incident where 6 girls were forced to strip down to underwear.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Gaby Vinick, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Appoints Federal Public Defender To Milwaukee Judgeship
Ronnie V. Muray II will take the bench in November.
Jul 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Street Will Receive Honorary Name For Wisconsin’s First Black Sheriff
"Sheriff Richard Artison" will be applied to portion of N. 9th Street near courthouse.
Jul 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s Top Elections Official Interviewed By Jan. 6 Investigators
US Department of Justice has subpoenaed Meagan Wolfe and Milwaukee's election official.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Is City’s Decline in Homicides For Real?
The data shows significant decline for Milwaukee in 2023, but a still worrisome trend.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Task Force Makes Recommendations for Security on Buses
Should security officers work for county or the transit system? Report doesn't take a stand.
Jul 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power
Deal that gave Milwaukee a 2% sales tax also stripped Fire & Police Commission of much of its authority.
Jul 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Southside Restaurant Gets 10-Day Suspension
El Tucanazo Taqueria Y Mariscos will be closed from July 28 through Aug. 6.
Jul 12th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
