Public Safety
Drone Flights by Sheriff’s Office Declined in 2022
Drone flights tracking protestors in 2021 were criticized. Big decline since then.
Mar 13th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Violence Against Health Care Workers On The Rise
One victim, Milwaukee nurse Patricia Moon-Updike has testified to Congress about issue.
Mar 12th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Kenosha Residents Denounce Board Appointments Connected To 2020 Unrest
Two members of equity commission resigned in protest. Appointes include those with connections to Kyle Rittenhouse, earlier police shootings.
Mar 10th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Bill Would Ban Shackling of Pregnant Inmates, Create Doula Program
An estimated 58,000 pregnant people are incarcerated every year, and thousands give birth while in custody.
Mar 10th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
MPD Unveils Violent Crime Reduction Plan
44-page plan calls for community outreach, expanded police force and youth engagement.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Proposal Would Require Felons Caught With Guns To Serve 5 Years in Prison
Republican-led proposal is backed by law enforcement groups, but critics argue is excessively harsh.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Pandemic Lockdown Caused Problems At Correctional Facility
Report shows disruptive conduct, medical emergencies, altercations increased at CRC.
Mar 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Would Require Armed School Resource Officers
Republican proposal requires all schools to track crimes, hire officer after enough incidents.
Mar 6th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Three Transgender Women Killed In Milwaukee in Nine Months
Local LGBTQ+ community leaders concerned about trend echoing national data.
Mar 4th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Attorney General Kaul Pushes For More Funding, Hosts Lawmaker Crime Lab Tours
Kaul, law enforcement agencies want faster turnaround for forensic work.
Mar 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Youth Prison Costs Grow 71%
Gov. Evers proposes additional $33 million for Lincoln Hills replacement.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan’s Assembly Bills Hike Reckless Driving Fees, Allow Impounding Vehicles
Former alder's first bills, with city officials' support, are being fast-tracked at Capitol.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
