Public Safety

City Hall: Police Settlement Will Cost Millions Less Than Expected
City Hall

Police Settlement Will Cost Millions Less Than Expected

Plus: costs grow in claim against Tearman Spencer and a firefighter conspiracy defense.

Kaul Charges Republicans Gutted School Safety Office

Kaul Charges Republicans Gutted School Safety Office

Democratic AG says budget decision leaves less resources 'for keeping our kids safe.'

GOP Won’t Staff Crime Lab, Licensing Department At Requested Levels

GOP Won’t Staff Crime Lab, Licensing Department At Requested Levels

Bipartisan push for more staffing to resolve problems."You own any issues," says Rep. Goyke to GOP.

Inmates Receive College Degrees Through Second Chance Program

Inmates Receive College Degrees Through Second Chance Program

49 individuals earned certificates or degrees this week from three technical colleges.

Campaign Rivals Kaul, Toney Call For Crime Lab Funding

Campaign Rivals Kaul, Toney Call For Crime Lab Funding

Public defenders, district attorneys join coalition's push for more crime lab staffing.

Wisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution

Wisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution

Bipartisan legislation intended to aid fight against sex trafficking.

MKE County: Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate
MKE County

Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate

29-year-old officer was arrested at the jail Monday by Sheriff's Office investigators.

Transportation: County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour
Transportation

County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour

Safe Streets Roadshow part of large planning process. First session is June 8.

Legislation Would Change National Guard Sexual Assault Investigations

Legislation Would Change National Guard Sexual Assault Investigations

Proposal trigged by 2019 federal investigation into Wisconsin National Guard that found several issues.

Sponsored: Optimizing Your Home Safety
Sponsored

Optimizing Your Home Safety

As summer approaches, it's important to make sure your home is safe and free of potential hazards.

Bill Makes Sexual Misconduct Against Students a Felony

Bill Makes Sexual Misconduct Against Students a Felony

Bipartisan proposal targets harassment of students by teachers, staff.

City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets

City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets

"Safer City MKE" offers camping trips, city tours, art classes and more.