Public Safety
Police Request Public’s Help Finding Missing 3-Year Old Major P. Harris
Statewide amber alert issued for the toddler Saturday. Mother found murdered last Thursday.
Oct 20th, 2021 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioCan Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?
A case currently before the Wisconsin Supreme Court may answer the question.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin Police Departments Struggle With Officer Retention
City of Milwaukee lost 500 officers to retirement over past five years.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioLawsuit Argues Kenosha Police Helped Rittenhouse, Militia
Suit is filed by the survivor of Rittenhouse shooting.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioBill Ends Criminal Penalties for Minors Engaging in Prostitution
Sen. Alberta Darling wants minors being trafficked to be treated as victims.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMPD Supervisors Face Vaccine-or-Mask Requirement
Agreement is less strict than requirement for general city workers, doesn't include rank-and-file police officers.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneSafety Initiative Brings High-Tech Cameras to Villard Avenue
Operation aimed at crime and reckless driving, includes cooperation from local BID, residents.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceWisconsin Imprisons 1 in 36 Black Adults
State has the highest incarceration rate of Black residents in the country.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Clare Amari, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismEvers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support
Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneWhy is Milwaukee’s Murder Rate Increasing?
Systemic problems, the COVID-19 pandemic and policing failures appear to be responsible.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Bruce ThompsonHomicides, Shootings, Auto Thefts All At Record Highs
MPD Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman presents vision of community-centered approach to solving issues.
Oct 11th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneCatalytic Converter Thefts Prompt State Legislation
New bill would require ID and proof of ownership upon sale.
Oct 11th, 2021 by Diane Bezucha, Wisconsin Public Radio