Public Safety
Minnesota Shooter’s Hit List Included Sen. Baldwin, Reps Moore and Pocan
Wisconsin's state Capitol upgrades security, other lawmakers listed as targets.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Bruce MurphyCounty Picks Site For New Courthouse
It won't be Milwaukee Public Museum site, leaving it available for redevelopment.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Graham KilmerWisconsin GOP Congressman’s Bill Defunds Cities Deemed ‘Anarchist’
Democrats say Rep. Tony Wied would criminalize an entire city for actions of a few.
Jun 15th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioAttorneys Debate Judicial Immunity, Federal Powers in Judge Dugan Case
At issue are U.S. Constitution, 10th Amendment and separation of powers.
Jun 15th, 2025 by Graham KilmerRepublicans Reject Funding for Wisconsin Supreme Court Security
There were 22 threats against judges in just the first three months of this year.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioHundreds in Milwaukee Protest ICE Arrests, Trump’s Use of Military
March comes as anti-ICE protests continue in Los Angeles, other U.S. cities.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioImmigrant Framed In Trump Threat Gets Bail
Man framed by local robbery suspect granted bail at immigration hearing.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Graham KilmerBill Gives Milwaukee More Leeway to Impound Recklessly Driven Cars
Proposal passed Assembly, Senate okay likely. Will police use expanded authority?
Jun 10th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneCounty Jail Inmates Accused of ‘Mass Refusal’ and ‘Inciting a Riot’
Potential uprising in April the second such situation this year.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin EMS Staff Reaching ‘Crisis Point’
Three legislative bills could help improve things. 'It's a vital service.'
Jun 9th, 2025 by Annie Pulley, The Badger ProjectMan Pleads Guilty to Causing Death of More Than 50 Dogs
Michael Ellis convicted of five felony counts of animal mistreatment.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Sophie BolichFederal Prosecutors Urge Court Not to Dismiss Case Against Judge Dugan
Her lawyers say she's immune from prosecution for allegedly obstructing ICE agents.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio