Public Safety
Waukesha Parade Murders Trial Will Test Jury For Bias
Defense seeks change of venue, saying media coverage would bias a local jury.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioCommittee Backs Bree Spencer Joining Police Oversight Board
Spencer would be the seventh member on Fire & Police Commission.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneMPD Moving To Seize Vehicles Via Court System
Policy would apply to repeat offenders that don't change their driving behavior.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneNew Youth Detention Facility Clears State Budget Committee
$42 million for a state facility to replace Lincoln Hills passes Joint Finance Committee.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public RadioMost Police Departments Not Certified By State Group
Only 11% of eligible law enforcement agencies in Wisconsin have this accreditation.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Nathan Denzin, The Badger ProjectCity Boosts 911 Operator Pay By 26%
Milwaukee dealing with staffing shortage as call volume grows, system overhaul looms.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneMPD Seeks To Hire 195 New Officers
It's not a career, says police chief. "It's a calling,"
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneHigh Court Considers Killing By Sex Trafficking Victim
Can Chrystul Kizer, 17, use her assault to defend the killing? Case has gotten international attention.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public RadioThe Return of Kyle Rittenhouse
Accused Portland killer wears t-shirt declaring Kyle a patriot, as Rittenhouse launches new group to sue the media.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyState Prisons Will Resume In-Person Visits
Beginning March 1, due to declining COVID-19 rate, state DOC announces.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMPD Station Shot Up, Officers Suspended After Police Custody Death
Multiple outside investigations underway of in-custody death and later police shooting.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneVoces Opposes Bill Allowing DACA Hires By Law Enforcement
Bill would allow law enforcement agencies, such as police departments, to hire DACA recipients.
Feb 27th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner