Public Safety
Sheriff Denita Ball Shuffles Jail Leadership
Joshua Briggs new director and commander. Inspector Aaron Dobson now leads courts.
Apr 28th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Police Union Blasts Video Releases
Assails 'reckless' FPC rule requiring video of any critical incident released to victim’s family in 48 hours, to public in 15 days.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Correctional Officer Charged in Jail Death
A 32-year-old correctional officer has been charged with felony misconduct in public office.
Apr 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Former Wisconsin Parole Commission, Racine Alderman Charged With Felonies
John Tate II is alleged to have used Racine position for his own improper benefit.
Apr 21st, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Shorewood Spitter Found Guilty For 2020 Protest Confrontation
Stephanie Rapkin spit in face of Black teenager protesting for racial equity.
Apr 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Legislature Increases Reckless Driving Penalties
Senate vote sends proposal to governor's desk. Democrats blast GOP inaction.
Apr 20th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Much Should Someone Wrongfully Imprisoned Be Paid?
Wisconsin Supreme Court takes up case that challenges Claims Board's $25,000 award.
Apr 20th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County
County still litigating lawsuits from six-year tenure of Armor Correction Health Services.
Apr 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Ex-Cardinal McCarrick Faces Sexual Assault Charge
1970s incident discovered as result of attorney general's clergy abuse task force.
Apr 18th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Wants 4,500 Police For RNC
City would house additional officers from across the state and country.
Apr 15th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Selected For National Pedestrian Safety Initiative
Milwaukee is one of nine cities in new program.
Apr 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Teachers and Janitors Could Carry Guns Under New GOP Bill
Bill would allow school staff to carry weapons at school. Gov. Evers threatens veto.
Apr 13th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
