Public Safety
Kaul Says State Shouldn’t Enforce Abortion Ban
If re-elected, Attorney General will prioritize prosecuting homicide, rape, major crimes.
Nov 6th, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Supreme Court Leader Says Judges Shouldn’t Be Intimidated By Threats
But Chief Justice Annette Ziegler acknowledges “threats are on the rise.”
Nov 3rd, 2022 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee DA Will Charge Elderly Man for Choking Black Man
Video captures 62-year-old with hand on throat of 24-year-old, in incident on South Side.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerToney Highlights Crime in Attorney General Race
Republican challenger pushes to handle local Milwaukee crimes, chases election fraud.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioWill 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 RadioPolice 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 JanneneKaul’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 RadioWoman 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 RadioCouncil Beefing Up Negotiation Team In Advance of Public Safety Contract Talks
Funding comes from City Attorney's Office.
Oct 28th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneEvers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff
Ball makes history ahead of schedule as first female Milwaukee County Sheriff.
Oct 27th, 2022 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee’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 ExaminerDarrell 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