Public Safety
County Jail Records Second In-Custody Death of 2023
An unidentified 37-year-old man is reported dead. No cause of death immediately released.
Mar 16th, 2023 by Graham KilmerAssembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills
Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerCity Faces Problems With 911 Call Center?
Millions spent, repeated delays and hours of closed door meetings suggest a problem launching system.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneState’s Antisemitic Incidents Rose 494% Since 2015
Jewish Community Relations Council's report finds increase for seven straight years.
Mar 14th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick, Wisconsin Public RadioDrone Flights by Sheriff’s Office Declined in 2022
Drone flights tracking protestors in 2021 were criticized. Big decline since then.
Mar 13th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerViolence Against Health Care Workers On The Rise
One victim, Milwaukee nurse Patricia Moon-Updike has testified to Congress about issue.
Mar 12th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceKenosha Residents Denounce Board Appointments Connected To 2020 Unrest
Two members of equity commission resigned in protest. Appointes include those with connections to Kyle Rittenhouse, earlier police shootings.
Mar 10th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerBill Would Ban Shackling of Pregnant Inmates, Create Doula Program
An estimated 58,000 pregnant people are incarcerated every year, and thousands give birth while in custody.
Mar 10th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerMPD Unveils Violent Crime Reduction Plan
44-page plan calls for community outreach, expanded police force and youth engagement.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Sophie BolichProposal Would Require Felons Caught With Guns To Serve 5 Years in Prison
Republican-led proposal is backed by law enforcement groups, but critics argue is excessively harsh.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioPandemic Lockdown Caused Problems At Correctional Facility
Report shows disruptive conduct, medical emergencies, altercations increased at CRC.
Mar 7th, 2023 by Graham KilmerBill Would Require Armed School Resource Officers
Republican proposal requires all schools to track crimes, hire officer after enough incidents.
Mar 6th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner