Public Safety

Where Mayoral Candidates Stand On Issues

Where Mayoral Candidates Stand On Issues

How Johnson, Donovan would handle crime, lead poisoning, housing, jobs, education, city pensions.

Acting Mayor Johnson’s Brother Arrested On Felony Charges

Acting Mayor Johnson’s Brother Arrested On Felony Charges

Johnson has referenced his family's diverging lives on the campaign trail.

Book Excerpt: The Lady Murderer of Milwaukee
Book Excerpt

The Lady Murderer of Milwaukee

Anna Louise Sullivan poisoned her husband, stepson and others and was very jolly about it. Excerpt from ‘Historic Milwaukee Crimes.’

Defense Seeks To Move Trial For Waukesha Parade Suspect

Defense Seeks To Move Trial For Waukesha Parade Suspect

Darrell Brooks' attorney argues it will be impossible to find unbiased jury.

City’s Auto Thefts Up 132% Last Year

City’s Auto Thefts Up 132% Last Year

10,479 vehicles stolen in 2021, but police department sees hopeful signs in 2022.

MKE County: Voting Seminar Held At House of Correction
MKE County

Voting Seminar Held At House of Correction

HOC inmates learn about their voting rights, get to pose with Bucks championship trophy.

Anti-Semitism In State Near Record High

Anti-Semitism In State Near Record High

At 'dangerous' level, up 459% since 2015, report finds.

What’s Driving Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate

What’s Driving Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate

Pro-gun laws, red-lining and lead poisoning have a strong correlation with shootings.

City Hall: Former Police Captain Wins $350,000 Settlement
City Hall

Former Police Captain Wins $350,000 Settlement

Andra Williams charges discrimination after being rejected for two manager jobs.

City Hall: City Attorney Halts Plan To Sue Reckless Drivers
City Hall

City Attorney Halts Plan To Sue Reckless Drivers

Spencer submits last minute opinion saying the proposal is too broad.

Donovan Plans Car Theft “Strike Force”

Donovan Plans Car Theft “Strike Force”

Plan relies on private support of as much as $1.5 million to install high-tech solution in vulnerable autos.

MKE County: State Youth Corrections Failures Hit Home
MKE County

State Youth Corrections Failures Hit Home

County detention center overcrowded. Judges have few options. Less money for prevention.