Public Safety
Wisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising
Reckless driving isn't just a problem in Milwaukee.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioState Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits
Bill passes Assembly and Senate. It also protects manufacturers.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerSupreme Court Opposes Shackling Juveniles
Rule change would end shackling in state’s courts unless needed to prevent physical harm.
Feb 20th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerPolice Transparency Bill Passed Quietly
Unanimous support for new law that could help get rid of bad cops.
Feb 20th, 2022 by Peter Cameron, The Badger ProjectMilwaukee Poised To Tow Unregistered Vehicles Driven Recklessly
Policy is envisioned as part of reckless driving crackdown.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneReckless Driving a National Problem
Yes, Milwaukee has huge problem, but it's part of a worrisome national trend.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyRepublicans Push Wiretapping Bill
More aggressive intercepting of social media than federal law permits, ACLU charges.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerJohnson Calls on State To Help City
Acting mayor asks Legislature to use tax surplus to fund public safety efforts in city.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio$650,000 Settlement For Police Shooting Victim
Jerry Smith, Jr. shot three times in 2017 on rooftop: he called it a case of mistaken identity.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneBill Overrules Milwaukee’s No-Knock Ban
The 'search warrants have been demonized by the anti-police mob,’ says GOP legislator.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Gretchen SchuldtWhat Will Bob Donovan Do As Mayor?
Donovan wants more police. Wants to partner with state on budget troubles.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Jonah BeleckisWill Lincoln Hills Youth Prison Finally Close?
And at what cost? Legislature debates the issue anew.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner