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Alderman Donovan calls for hiring 300-400 new police officers; points to New York City’s example
Consumer voices sought on proposal to lift cap on city taxicab permits

Consumer voices sought on proposal to lift cap on city taxicab permits

Public hearing continues on Friday, March 8 at City Hall

Wilson confirmation could be start of better, more open, inclusive and accessible process

Wilson confirmation could be start of better, more open, inclusive and accessible process

I would like to congratulate 6th District resident Anna Wilson on being confirmed today by the Common Council to serve on the Fire and Police Commission.

Scrutiny of MPD is not carte blanche for criminals

Scrutiny of MPD is not carte blanche for criminals

The Milwaukee Police Department continues to operate under a heightened level of scrutiny in the wake of several incidents in which officers overstepped their authority.

Proposal to lift cap on city taxicab permits gets Friday hearing

Proposal to lift cap on city taxicab permits gets Friday hearing

Measure also calls for more frequent vehicle inspections, vehicle upgrades

FPC confirmation starts with committee hearing tomorrow

FPC confirmation starts with committee hearing tomorrow

For the first time in city history, on Thursday citizens will be able to indirectly ask questions of and comment on an appointee to the Fire and Police Commission.

Council President Hines & Ald. Witkowski to announce process changes for FPC confirmations
Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation

Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council

Alderman Davis introduces file for more info on MPD’s standard operating procedures

Alderman Davis introduces file for more info on MPD’s standard operating procedures

The communication file could be the subject of public testimony at the committee provided by representatives from MPD and/or the Fire and Police Commission

Extreme dry conditions, fireworks bad combination

Extreme dry conditions, fireworks bad combination

Possession of fireworks is against the law in Milwaukee and can result in fines ranging from $500 to $1,000.

Watching the Watchdog – Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council

Watching the Watchdog – Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s recent investigations into the police department have misled the public about important facts relevant to the safety of our community.

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