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Can Violence Reduction Program Work?
Milwaukee one of 10 cities chosen for federal program, but may not address root causes, critics say.
Mar 17th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Heroin Deaths Up 241% Since 2010
County's increase echoes national trend, with victims mostly white. Part I of series.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Wyatt Massey
MPS Defends Its Handling of Bomb Threat
School system defends decision not to notify parents about bomb threat at South Division.
Mar 13th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Youth Tell DOJ About Police Abuse
Department of Justice listening sessions here suggest Milwaukee has problems.
Mar 10th, 2016 by Jimmy Gutierrez
Seeking Solutions to Human Trafficking
Task force looks to build awareness and find solutions to trafficking and the sex trade.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Allison Dikanovic
Milwaukee Ranks High In Human Trafficking
Sex trafficking victims and numbers purchasing sex is "mind-blowing." Special report, first in a series.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Allison Dikanovic
MANDI Finalist Seeks Safe City For All
Safe & Sound works with residents, cops and community groups to help neighborhoods.
Feb 20th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Where City’s Crime is Rising
The biggest hike is in Ald. Donovan’s district. No wonder that’s his major issue.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Sojourner Center One of Nation’s Largest
$20 million family peace center offers array of services to domestic abuse victims, families.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
City Birthday Party All About Dining
Politicians and candidate hopefuls mix with winners of dining awards.
Feb 1st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Critics Demand Federal Probe of Police Department
Huge turnout at listening session, many call for civil rights investigation of MPD's "patterns and practices."
Jan 30th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
The Lonely Journey of Mark Borkowski
New alderman’s crazed comments leave him only (and barely) the police union's support.
Jan 21st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Where Can Former Sex Offenders Go?
Restrictive city law often leaves them nowhere to live, many are becoming homeless.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
2,000 Biking Santas Hit the Streets!
Riders came from Boston, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa to join the rampage.
Dec 11th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
All Hail Our Business Improvement Districts
City party celebrates work of 35 BIDs, which have helped improve many city neighborhoods.
Dec 7th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Soaring Cost of Gun Violence
Estimated annual cost in Wisconsin is $2.9 billion, or $508 per person.
Dec 6th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Does Milwaukee Need More Police?
Mayoral candidate Bob Donovan thinks so. How does this city compare to others?
Nov 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
More Dialogue With Police Needed?
Chief Flynn, neighborhood leaders look for ways to combat crime.
Nov 22nd, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Municipal Court Records Can Fall Into Black Hole
Murky policies can prevent open records for four to six weeks. Final story in a series.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines
Study shows municipal court's fines for petty offenses fall disproportionately on the poor.
Nov 12th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
7 Things To Know About MPD’s Body Cameras
MPD outlines how officers will be using the new technology.
Sep 13th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Chief Flynn Calls for Tougher Gun Laws
Bashes concealed carry law, says carrying illegal firearm should be a felony.
Sep 10th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Safe Zones Need More Police Cooperation?
Ald. Hamilton, community, police disagree on how to make project work.
Sep 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Police Ambassadors Serve Community
MPD ambassadors provide bridge between officers and community.
Aug 14th, 2015 by Devi Shastri
Who Are the Homeless?
Housing First initiative challenges assumptions of homelessness.
Aug 6th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
New Center Brings Police Closer to People
Press conference celebrates opening of Near West Side Waypoint, a neighborhood center.
Aug 5th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
City Youth Jobs Program Fights Crime?
"The way you reduce crime is you employ people," says Ald. Russell Stamper.
Jul 15th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
The Real Story of Milwaukee’s Homeless
New documentary follows their trail, finds city has some of "the best homeless outreach cops" in any city.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
A Community Leader for 30 Years
Sojourner center's executive director Carmen Pitre has been helping vulnerable people for more than three decades.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
The Horse Barn’s Final Days?
The huge facility on E. National has housed the police horses and downtown carriage horses, but is now heavy with debt and unpaid taxes.
Jun 19th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The City’s Illegal Entertainers
Until recently, Radio Milwaukee held live events with no city permit. Colectivo's live entertainment offerings at its Prospect Ave. location are still illegal.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Students Work to Improve West Side Neighborhood
Middle school students targeted drug dealing, worked with police to improve Washington Park area.
May 30th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
Sojourner Center Will Be a National Model
The 56-bed Sojourner Family Peace Center will be the nation's largest comprehensive provider of domestic violence prevention and intervention services.
May 29th, 2015 by Dave Reid
The Only Saloon in Piggsville
And the Valley Inn is a dandy, with a nicely-restored 1898 building and all those photos (and stories!) of floods.
May 27th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Disappearance of Dan Bice
The state’s top political reporter has disappeared. Is the Journal Sentinel killing his column?
May 14th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Where Will Sex Offenders Live?
Only a small percent are repeat offenders. Will local restrictions on residency force state to create uniform law?
May 2nd, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
$1 Million Plan to Upgrade Near West Side
Milwaukee Police, Marquette University and Harley-Davidson involved in project to redevelop area and cut crime.
Apr 19th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Million Mom March to DC
Local mothers joining march to demand justice for those killed by police or white vigilantes.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Helping Police Build Neighborhoods
Fatima Benhaddou is the new program manager of police department's federally funded Building Neighborhood Capacity Program.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
Neighborhood Leaders Applaud Barrett’s Speech
Mayor's state-of-the-city speech details plans for neighborhood development and partnerships with city.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Safe & Sound Will Target 8 High-Crime Neighborhoods
Community organizing group works with residents, high-risk youth and police to combat crime.
Feb 24th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Crime Drops 32% in North Side Neighborhood
"Comprehensive community effort" credited for two-year crime decline in Amani neighborhood.
Feb 12th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Does “Broken Windows” Theory Hurt Milwaukee?
Police Chief Ed Flynn is one of the foremost practitioners of aggressive policing getting national criticism.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why Did Police Arrest Local Reporter?
Officers say they feared for their safety. Reporter says he feels threatened by police.
Jan 21st, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Helping Businesses in Harambee and Riverwest Neighborhoods
The non-profit Riverworks has become a key force in urban development, and will be part of Kresge grant won by GMC.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Milwaukee Has Two-Thirds of State’s Gun Killings
76 of 111 victims in 2014 were in Milwaukee. Blacks were 20 times more likely to die in gun homicides.
Jan 12th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Why I Was Arrested
As police stake out an expected protest, a reporter gets arrested. Was the arrest justified?
Dec 29th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
Chisholm Decision Triggers Controversy
DA decides not to charge officer who killed mentally ill man, leaving community divided over issue.
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
“I have no trust in the judicial system.”
Lu Ann Will's mentally-ill son was shot by police answering her call for help. She still doesn't understand how it happened.
Dec 14th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
America’s Newest Hero, David Clarke
He’s in the news everywhere and conservatives are falling all over themselves in adulation.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Residents Support Changes at Washington Park
Quality of Life Plan works with residents, landlords and police.
Dec 9th, 2014 by Andrea Waxman
72% of MPS High School Students Are Truants
"Habitual students" have at least 5 unexcused absences per semester. Many get picked up by police.
Nov 18th, 2014 by Kelly Meyerhofer
Neighborhood Groups Who Target Crime
Three community groups win awards for working with police on crime prevention.
Nov 13th, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
The Ed Flynn Factor
Politico Magazine concludes Milwaukee is an innovator in policing. Why? Chief Flynn’s leadership.
Nov 12th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
City Residents Welcome ShotSpotter
Milwaukee Police program uses 110 sensors in 11-square mile area to detect gunfire and fight crime. Residents are seeing the impact.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Molly Rippinger
Cops in Shootings Should Be Promptly Named
Police Chief Flynn waited more than five months to identify officer who shot Dontre Hamilton. The public deserves better.
Nov 5th, 2014 by Christa Westerberg
Another Newspaper Attack on Chief Flynn
Has the Journal Sentinel renewed its war against the police chief or was its Sunday story simply botched reporting?
Sep 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Would Require Body Camera on Police
Ald. Milele Coggs will introduce legislation requiring Milwaukee Police Department to buy and use body cameras.
Sep 3rd, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
Could Milwaukee Be the Next Ferguson?
Five reasons why it won't -- and seven reasons why it might be next.
Sep 1st, 2014 by Keith Stanley
Black Men Face Unequal Enforcement of Marijuana Laws
While the nation moves towards legalization, Wisconsin fills its jails with black men arrested for marijuana possession.
Aug 12th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Stop “Terrorizing Our Community!”
Group led by Voces de la Frontera protested outside immigration office, calling for end to deportations.
Jun 19th, 2014 by Tracey Pollock
A Socialist for Sheriff
Angela Nicole Walker is also running against incumbent David Clarke.
Jun 18th, 2014 by Tracey Pollock
Lessons from the Public Market
Could its success provide a model for the Grand Avenue Mall?
Jun 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Gun Bills Fail, Shots Fly
Chief Flynn implores legislature to pass bill targeting illegal gun possession. Will Republicans respond?
Jun 4th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Sheriff Clarke’s Bizarre New Radio Ads
They combine campaign ads and a pitch for a private company and appear to be in violation of state laws.
May 20th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Washington Park Residents Face Prostitution Problem
Neighbors meet with police, seeking solutions to prostitution and drug trafficking.
Apr 28th, 2014 by Karen Stokes
Why America’s Roads Are More Dangerous
U.S. and Wisconsin have seen less decline in traffic fatalities than other countries. Why?
Apr 15th, 2014 by Angie Schmitt
Why the Huge Support for Shot Spotters?
Legislature votes 132-1 to expand Milwaukee program monitoring gunshots.
Apr 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
New Champion of the City
New council president Michael Murphy is bluntly honest about state politicians in an interview.
Mar 17th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Teen Summit Targets Gun Violence
Last year Milwaukee had 106 homicides and 532 non-fatal shooting victims.
Mar 7th, 2014 by Karen Stokes
Help Me Fight Crime, Says Bob Donovan
Alderman asks his district's residents and students to sign pledges to help fight crime.
Feb 26th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Marquette Likely to Get Its Own Police Force
Bill would give MU police the power to arrest on and off campus, and pursue criminals anywhere in the state.
Feb 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Landlord Alliance Strengthens City Neighborhood
Landlords, renters, police and city work together in Washington Park (60% renters) neighborhood.
Jan 20th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
City Goes Into Demolition Business
DPW will now handle 20% of homes razed rather than hiring private contractors.
Jan 13th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
Life of a Bicycle Cop
A police officer's Marine training helps him patrol the South Side.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Zac Bellman
Police Scam Artists
Why does the cop’s union protect officers who rip off taxpayers?
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
City Budget’s Impact on Neighborhoods
From more police officers and new libraries to street pavement spending, changes will have big impact.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Why Governments Never Cooperate With Each Other
Chris Abele seeks to improve efficiency through cooperative ventures with municipal governments. Will the county board resist?
Oct 24th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Send in the Cops?
Ald. Donovan wants more cops in MPS, Chief Flynn wants a different approach. Who’s right?
Sep 5th, 2013 by Terry Falk
Republican Dog & Pony Show
Legislators Vos and Darling tour city but offer no solutions. So why did they come?
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Searching for Justice
Family offers $10,000 reward to find killer of south side youth.
Jul 18th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Our Mounted Patrol
The history, costs and benefits of the police department's horse patrol.
Jul 17th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Police Website Posts Inaccurate Data
Website shows more crimes than what actually occurred.
Jul 16th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
Police Support North Side Meal Program
Department wants to assure safety of recipients at Oasis program.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
How to Build a Block Club
Neighbors band together on near North Side but encounter challenges.
Jun 24th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
Targeting South Side Crime
Police department is increasing foot and and squad car patrols to combat summer crime on South Side.
Jun 6th, 2013 by Eric Oliver
Making Neighborhood Connections
How a community liaison officer gets neighbors involved in combating crime.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
How Police Reach Out to Youth
The STOP program connects police and youth to help gain their cooperation with cops.
May 28th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
A Steady Rise to District Captain
District Six Captain Diana Rowe is the face of a changing Milwaukee Police Department.
May 20th, 2013 by Benjamin Slane
Many Youth Feel Harassed
Black youths in the inner city sound off about police patrols. Part IV of a continuing series.
May 8th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
The New Czar of Community Safety
A partnership between the Milwaukee Police and a community organization will pay for a new leader to work on collaborative solutions to crime.
Apr 30th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Milwaukee’s Time of Terror
A new book recounts the police station bombing of 1917, and Clarence Darrow’s defense of the anarchists charged with the crime.
Apr 29th, 2013 by Dean Strang
Nabbing a Violator
A squad car patrols a high crime neighborhood and turns up a violator. How it works. Part III of a series.
Apr 10th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
How a Cop Can Win Over Residents
Jesus Gloria, a bilingual, award-winning police officer, has forged connections in his south side district.
Apr 5th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Studying the Crime Data
The police chief meets weekly with top brass to review crime stats and seek improvements. Part II of a series.
Mar 27th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
The Milwaukee Police In Action
A ride-along shows how a traffic stop leads to a drug bust. Part I of a series.
Mar 19th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
Counting the Homeless
A program of volunteers searching for all homeless people in Milwaukee finds "a whole other culture."
Feb 6th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
America Discovers Sheriff Clarke
Clarke appears on Piers Morgan with Tom Barrett and gets beat up by both Morgan and the mayor.
Jan 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Bill to Cut Supervisor Pay Likely
Despite Republican delays and opposition by the board, the bill has a good chance of passage.
Jan 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Washington Park Wins $600,000 Anti-Crime Grant
Two non-profits will work with the Milwaukee Police Department on strategies to reduce crime in the neighborhood.
Jan 13th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
