Public Safety
Hate Crimes Increase 54% in Wisconsin Says FBI
Despite fewer agencies reporting data, Wisconsin sees 111 hate crimes in 2021. Black community targeted in 30% of incidents.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioYouth Detention in Racine Approved
Supervisors quietly approve policy they previously rejected.
Dec 20th, 2022 by Graham KilmerLegal Experts Argue 10 Is Too Young For Adult Charges In Milwaukee Shooting
The case of a 10-year-old Milwaukee boy accused of killing his mother could end up back in juvenile court.
Dec 16th, 2022 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioCounty Officials Say Northridge Lake Murder-Suicide Could Have Been Prevented
26-year-old mother drove herself and 7-year-old daughter into lake after 911 call about possible suicide
Dec 15th, 2022 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioCounty Finalizing Deal for Forensic Science Center
County Board must agree to release more than $100 million in funding for project.
Dec 14th, 2022 by Graham KilmerCommittee Okays Racine Detention for Youthful Offenders
Board will reconsider agreement it opposed in September to pay for Racine facility.
Dec 12th, 2022 by Graham KilmerProblems, Staffing Shortages Still Plague Lincoln Hills
Despite efforts to improve conditions at state youth prison, not all is well.
Dec 10th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerAfter North Carolina Attack, Wisconsin Utilities Say They’re Prepared
Two electrical substations in NC were knocked offline by gunfire, cutting service to 45,000 customers.
Dec 9th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioMedical Examiner’s Office Needs Help With Autopsies
Staff shortage since chief medical examiner dismissed could jeopardize accreditation.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Graham KilmerGroup Calls On Kaul To Escalate Clergy Sex Abuse Probe
Madison religious freedom group pushes attorney general to add resources to effort.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioFamily Says Guard Ignored Brieon Green Committing Suicide at Jail
Family horrified after reviewing footage of his death in custody at Milwaukee County Jail.
Dec 4th, 2022 by Graham KilmerFormer Milwaukee Election Official Pleads Not Guilty On Election Fraud Charges
Kimberly Zapata is now represented by conservative law firm connected to election decertification.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene