Public Safety

MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers

MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers

It's not a career, says police chief. "It's a calling,"

High Court Considers Killing By Sex Trafficking Victim

High Court Considers Killing By Sex Trafficking Victim

Can Chrystul Kizer, 17, use her assault to defend the killing? Case has gotten international attention.

Back in the News: The Return of Kyle Rittenhouse
Back in the News

The Return of Kyle Rittenhouse

Accused Portland killer wears t-shirt declaring Kyle a patriot, as Rittenhouse launches new group to sue the media.

State Prisons Will Resume In-Person Visits

State Prisons Will Resume In-Person Visits

Beginning March 1, due to declining COVID-19 rate, state DOC announces.

MPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death

MPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death

Multiple outside investigations underway of in-custody death and later police shooting.

Voces Opposes Bill Allowing DACA Hires By Law Enforcement

Voces Opposes Bill Allowing DACA Hires By Law Enforcement

Bill would allow law enforcement agencies, such as police departments, to hire DACA recipients.

City Hall: Traffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year
City Hall

Traffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year

Police Chief and Acting Mayor say program is working.

Assembly Approves Funds for Lincoln Hills Replacement

Assembly Approves Funds for Lincoln Hills Replacement

Troubled youth prison was supposed to be closed by now.

Wisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising

Wisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising

Reckless driving isn't just a problem in Milwaukee.

State Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits

State Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits

Bill passes Assembly and Senate. It also protects manufacturers.

Supreme Court Opposes Shackling Juveniles

Supreme Court Opposes Shackling Juveniles

Rule change would end shackling in state’s courts unless needed to prevent physical harm.

Police Transparency Bill Passed Quietly

Police Transparency Bill Passed Quietly

Unanimous support for new law that could help get rid of bad cops.