Public Safety
Bail Reform Debate Proceeds Without Data
GOP bills react to Waukesha parade killings without full knowledge of state bail system.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Henry Redman
City Could Sue Reckless Drivers in Civil Court
Could allow seizure of repeat offenders' cars. But is City Attorney trying to delay civil suits?
Jan 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Evers’ Pardons Hurt Him In Election?
He’s bragging about setting a record. Will Republicans use it in attack ad?
Jan 10th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Would Make Damaging Historical Property a Felony
Sponsors bring up damage to statues during 2020 Black Lives Matter protests.
Jan 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Bill Restricts Voting for People With Felony Convictions
GOP sponsored legislation would add new requirements before voting rights are restored.
Jan 8th, 2022 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
400 Inmates Have COVID-19 in Milwaukee County Jail
Highly transmissible variant is also affecting jail staff, worsening shortages.
Jan 7th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Six Wisconsinites Charged in Capitol Insurrection
One West Allis man was sentenced to 30 days in jail.
Jan 6th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Will Monitor City’s Covid Testing Sites
Overcrowding, aggressive behavior lead to request for police presence.
Jan 5th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
GOP Bills Use Federal Funds for Policing
Using pandemic money to recruit, retain and teach respect for police. Evers controls allocations.
Jan 5th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Milwaukee Sets Homicide Record In 2021
Number hits 194, up from 97 in 2019. Non-fatal shootings also at record levels
Jan 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bill Limits Phone Charges in Jails
Some Wisconsin counties charge $14 for a 15-minute phone call.
Dec 31st, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Creates Fines for Texting Unwanted Sexual Images
Democratic lawmakers say state needs to crack down on "cyber flashing."
Dec 30th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
