Public Safety
Kaul Says DOJ Will Defend Wisconsin’s Rights Following Trump Election
Attorney General will fight any threats to 'the freedoms of Wisconsinites.'
Nov 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerHazmat Response to Suspicious Envelope At Election Commission
Fire chief reports unidentified substance found in envelope is not hazardous.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee Woman Part of Nationwide Group To Receive Racist ‘Plantation’ Texts
Racially-motivated messages threaten recipients, use their names.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerCourt Finds Probable Cause In Spencer Misconduct Case
Court declines to dismiss felony and misdemeanor charges against former city attorney.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Graham KilmerUnderstanding the Loss of Jonathan Brostoff
He was someone who considered suicide as a teen and knew how important the issue was.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Bruce MurphySupervisors Move to Create Civilian Review Board for Sheriff
Proposal could provide citizen oversight for Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.
Nov 3rd, 2024 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee Planning Innovative Fire Repair Shop, Suburbs Could Join
Milwaukee is at a 'blinking red light hazard zone' with its current facility.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneNew Gun Violence Prevention Program Goes After Habitual Offenders
Based on national gun violence prevention model, program will target up to 40 frequent shooters.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Graham KilmerMCTS Will Hire Its Own Personnel For Security
Bus system has long relied a private contractor.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Graham KilmerMilwaukee Park & Ride Closures Disperse Growing Unhoused Population
Advocates, supervisors worry shuttering sites isn't solving underlying issues.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMPS Has Mixed History With Police Officers in School
Decision looms about what to do with state-mandated return of school resource officers.
Oct 28th, 2024 by Terry FalkWisconsin’s Gun Laws Get a ‘C’ Grade, Milwaukee Leaders Want That To Change
Despite being on a downward trend, the city has seen more than 100 homicides already this year
Oct 28th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio