Public Safety
Will Darrell Brooks Appeal His Conviction?
Waukesha Parade killer says he plans to do so. Experts say a successful appeal is unlikely.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents
Sig Sauer guns fired several times without ever leaving holsters. Change will cost $500,000.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights
Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Woman In Crash With State Senator Was Driving 100 MPH
Senate Minority Leader Janet Bewley was involved in July collision that killed speed motorist and her child.
Oct 28th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Beefing Up Negotiation Team In Advance of Public Safety Contract Talks
Funding comes from City Attorney's Office.
Oct 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff
Ball makes history ahead of schedule as first female Milwaukee County Sheriff.
Oct 27th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s George Floyd Mural Vandalized
Vandalism to mural at Holton and North comes as officer involved in Floyd's death accepts plea deal. Damage quickly reversed.
Oct 27th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Darrell Brooks Trial Goes to Jury
Brooks accused of killing six people, injuring dozens by driving through Waukesha Christmas parade.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Youth Detention Center Overcrowded
After voting against sending some youth to Racine detention center, county now has more youth than beds at Vel Phillips Center.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Waukesha Parade Killings Trial May Soon Go To Jury
Evidentiary portion of trial over. Judge expects closing arguments to begin Tuesday.
Oct 24th, 2022 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
False Active Shooter Reports at Schools Across State
A dozen schools report 'swatting,' prank calls meant to bring armed police response.
Oct 24th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Sheriff Lucas Leaving for Job With Fiserv
Will become Vice President of Security for Wisconsin for company headquartered in Brookfield.
Oct 21st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
