Public Safety

Winners and Losers in Archdiocese’s Bankruptcy

Winners and Losers in Archdiocese’s Bankruptcy

Big losers were clergy abuse victims. Other losers were We Energies, its ratepayers and Messmer H.S.

Data Wonk: Why John Doe Won’t Die
Data Wonk

Why John Doe Won’t Die

The court cases haven’t ended. Will U.S. Supreme Court take the case?

Ex-Cons Advocate for Prison Reform

Ex-Cons Advocate for Prison Reform

Advocacy group pushes for better treatment, restored rights and banning the box.

Murphy’s Law: “The NRA’s Vision for America is Anarchy.”
Murphy’s Law

“The NRA’s Vision for America is Anarchy.”

Chief Flynn say legislature’s “insane” concealed carry law causes crime and threatens police safety.

The Soaring Cost of Gun Violence

The Soaring Cost of Gun Violence

Estimated annual cost in Wisconsin is $2.9 billion, or $508 per person.

Will Any DA Appeal High Court John Doe Ruling?

Will Any DA Appeal High Court John Doe Ruling?

Court “fires” chief prosecutor, Democracy Campaign calls on other prosecutors to appeal decision

Murphy’s Law: Does Milwaukee Need More Police?
Murphy’s Law

Does Milwaukee Need More Police?

Mayoral candidate Bob Donovan thinks so. How does this city compare to others?

More Dialogue With Police Needed?

More Dialogue With Police Needed?

Chief Flynn, neighborhood leaders look for ways to combat crime.

Special Report on Municipal Courts: Few Municipal Court Defendants Have Lawyers
Special Report on Municipal Courts

Few Municipal Court Defendants Have Lawyers

In 98% of cases they have none. Those with attorneys get off easier.

Special Report on Municipal Courts: Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines
Special Report on Municipal Courts

Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines

Study shows municipal court's fines for petty offenses fall disproportionately on the poor.

Non-Profits Will Work to Curb Youth Violence

Non-Profits Will Work to Curb Youth Violence

City plan allocates $150,000 for Youth Violence Prevention program.

Op-Ed: How Sheriff Clarke Wrecked House of Correction
Op-Ed

How Sheriff Clarke Wrecked House of Correction

And how it’s been improved since he lost control.