Public Safety
Most Wisconsin Workers in 16 Years Died on Jobs in 2022
Report finds state had 125 workplace deaths, should be 'wake up call to employers.'
Apr 30th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Coalition Pushes Closing Wisconsin’s Green Bay Prison
126-year-old maximum security facility in 'dire state' and way over capacity.
Apr 29th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Long Road To End Solitary Confinement in Wisconsin
"The hole" is torture on those confined to it argue opponents at legislative action day.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Making The Jump From ‘Inmate to ‘Voter’
Andron Lane's long journey to see his voting rights restored.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Two Deadly Crashes Hit Buses in 48 Hours
$2 million worth of MCTS buses were totaled by reckless drivers in just two days last week.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Seeks Contractors for Youth Detention Center
A $31 million project to create addition to Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center.
Apr 23rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
28 Agencies That Employ the Most Wandering Police Officers
Milwaukee County Sheriff employs 16 officers previously fired or forced out.
Apr 20th, 2024 by Peter Cameron, The Badger Project
‘Enough is Enough’ Crowley Says, After 100 MPH Driver Smashes Into Bus
Following deadly crash, county officials call for community responsibility, more tools and funding to address reckless driving.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years
Numbers continue to decline since pandemic but officials say more work still needed.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bucks Honor Incarcerated Work Program Graduates
Milwaukee Bucks offered a 'life changing experience' for six incarcerated men.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Elections Chief Meagan Wolfe Gets Increased Security
Election workers have faced threats. Trump claimed Wolfe would 'try to steal' election.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Court Suspends City’s Private Security Requirements
6 plaintiffs challenge ordinance tightening rules for businesses hiring security.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
