Public Safety
MPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers
It's not a career, says police chief. "It's a calling,"
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneHigh Court Considers Killing By Sex Trafficking Victim
Can Chrystul Kizer, 17, use her assault to defend the killing? Case has gotten international attention.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public RadioThe Return of Kyle Rittenhouse
Accused Portland killer wears t-shirt declaring Kyle a patriot, as Rittenhouse launches new group to sue the media.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyState Prisons Will Resume In-Person Visits
Beginning March 1, due to declining COVID-19 rate, state DOC announces.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death
Multiple outside investigations underway of in-custody death and later police shooting.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneVoces Opposes Bill Allowing DACA Hires By Law Enforcement
Bill would allow law enforcement agencies, such as police departments, to hire DACA recipients.
Feb 27th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerTraffic Safety Unit Issues 21,260 Citations In First Year
Police Chief and Acting Mayor say program is working.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneAssembly Approves Funds for Lincoln Hills Replacement
Troubled youth prison was supposed to be closed by now.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising
Reckless driving isn't just a problem in Milwaukee.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioState Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits
Bill passes Assembly and Senate. It also protects manufacturers.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerSupreme Court Opposes Shackling Juveniles
Rule change would end shackling in state’s courts unless needed to prevent physical harm.
Feb 20th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerPolice Transparency Bill Passed Quietly
Unanimous support for new law that could help get rid of bad cops.
Feb 20th, 2022 by Peter Cameron, The Badger Project