Public Safety
Madison Police Chief Takes Top Job in Seattle
Shon Barnes has been overseeing response to Abundant Life school shooting.
Dec 22nd, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Students Demand Change After Deadly Madison School Shooting
Students describe a pervasive fear in schools and denounce inaction by legislators.
Dec 21st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk and Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republican Senate Leader Signals Support For Continuing DOJ School Safety Program
The Office of School Safety has been subject to partisan budget disputes. It's funding expires in September.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Names Released of Teacher, Teen Killed at Madison School
Shooting left three dead, including alleged perpetrator.
Dec 19th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Police Arrests Have Plummeted
New report finds 82% decline in past decade as citizen satisfaction with traffic enforcement has declined.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Grief and Talk of Action After School Shooting in Madison
But political leaders part ways on solutions.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?
Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Victims’ Names in Abundant Life Christian School Shooting Not Yet Released
Shooter was Natalie Rupnow, 15, a student at school. Madison Police investigating.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Danger, Thin Ice, Experts Warn
Fluctuating temperatures make ice cover on lakes and ponds dangerous.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
3 Dead in Shooting at Madison’s Abundant Life Christian School
Shooter among those killed, 6 others injured, police investigation ongoing.
Dec 16th, 2024 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘First of its Kind in Wisconsin’ Collaboration Will Support Disabled Incarcerated Youth
'Break the cycle' program aims to help youth reentering society.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Suit Alleges Policy Decisions Led To Suicide at Community Reintegration Center
Suit alleges "deliberate indifference" to Antonio Bonaccorso's mental health struggle in advance of suicide.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
