Public Safety
Hunger Strike Against Solitary Confinement
Some states banned it but not Wisconsin. Waupun inmates plan strike beginning June 10.
Jun 6th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Gun Violence Rally Calls for Change
Politicians, citizens decry problem in Milwaukee, which saw spike in gun violence last year.
Jun 5th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Court Restores Public Access to Accident Reports
Police were heavily redacting reports, based on faulty interpretation of law, court rules.
Jun 1st, 2016 by Dustin B. Brown
A Debate Over Lincoln Hills Problems
Critics of trauma-informed care say it led to problems, others say it wasn’t fully implemented.
May 24th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Trauma-Informed Care Helps Heal Victims
Approach focuses on victims of childhood trauma, which can help in rehabilitating criminals.
May 23rd, 2016 by Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Is Sheriff Clarke the Black Trump?
And a possible running mate? Atlantic Mag charts the rising star of Milwaukee’s sheriff.
May 10th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Crowd Gathers for Justice, Better Policing
Two years after Dontre Hamilton’s death, his family and supporters march to demand changes.
May 5th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Crime Should Be “Number One” Issue
Panel of experts discusses research on racial inequality and violence in urban areas.
Apr 30th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Former Cop Helps Domestic Violence Victims
Rhondi Love is liaison between police and victims staying at Sojourner Center.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Gary Leverton, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Building a Safer Milwaukee
Crime is a big issue for Millennials, who may have tough questions for Barrett and Flynn.
Apr 21st, 2016 by YP Week
Crime Rate Like “a Third World Country”
Officials at Greater Milwaukee Committee call for solutions to homicides, juvenile crime.
Apr 12th, 2016 by Dylan Deprey and Michael Horne
Two State Prisons Have Lead-Tainted Water
Officials say they comply with federal drinking water standards, but others question whether it’s safe.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
