Public Safety
Police Union Gets Change in Legislation
Milwaukee union, frequent donor to legislators, gets bill regulating police use of force weakened.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The Ann Wilson Problem
Mayor's chief of staff promises she will be replaced on Fire & Police Commission. But when?
Jun 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Legislators Clash On Police Funding
A heated debate as Republicans condemn Milwaukee and Milwaukee legislators defend the city.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Bauman Blasts Mayor on Water Street Chaos
Alderman wants stronger actions. "The mayor is basically whistling past the graveyard."
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Addresses Downtown Violence
Fights and shootings occurring at large gatherings outside Water Street bars
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
High Court Ruling Restricts Expungements
Decision puts expungement of criminal records “further out of the reach," dissent charges.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Milwaukee Overdose Map Shows Deadly Toll of Fentanyl
Despite rising deaths, a treatment clinic faces community opposition in West Allis.
Jun 21st, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Court Tosses Law Allowing Blood Draws From Unconscious Drunk Driver Suspects
WI Supreme Court rules law deeming drivers consent to these searches is unconstitutional.
Jun 19th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
$250,000 Settlement for Minor Pursued by MPD Officer
Officer finishing four-year prison sentence.
Jun 18th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Legislature Passes Policing Bills
The governor called on lawmakers to pass additional policing reform legislation.
Jun 18th, 2021 by Henry Redman and Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Morales Files Federal Lawsuit Against City
Ex-police chief, in mediation with city over circuit court order, opens second legal front.
Jun 16th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Can We Please Discuss Criminal Justice Reform?
Democratic legislators plead with Republicans, who cut off any attempt to discuss reforms.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
