Public Safety

Sponsored: Tips for Safe Spring Driving
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Tips for Safe Spring Driving

Maintenance and proper driving practices are key to staying safe.

Pedestrian Deaths Rising in Wisconsin

Pedestrian Deaths Rising in Wisconsin

This trend mirrors one occurring at the national level.

AG Josh Kaul Pushes Public Safety Legislation

AG Josh Kaul Pushes Public Safety Legislation

Kaul calls for passage of bill providing $115 million for crime prevention, gun control.

Evers Signs Legislation Funding Lincoln Hills Replacement

Evers Signs Legislation Funding Lincoln Hills Replacement

New state-run facility is first step in neglected juvenile corrections reform.

Murphy’s Law: State 11th Worst in Disenfranchising Black Felons
Murphy’s Law

State 11th Worst in Disenfranchising Black Felons

One in nine Black adults in Wisconsin can’t vote. Unique parole policies a key reason.

City Hall: Bree Spencer Added to Police-Fire Board
City Hall

Bree Spencer Added to Police-Fire Board

East Side resident works for national civil rights group, previously worked at Safe & Sound.

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.