Milwaukee Police Department

Condolences to the family of Andrew Tyler

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II - December 8, 2017

On the passing of crossing guard Andrew Tyler

Statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - December 7, 2017

City leaders and community partners collaborate to prioritize DOJ recommendations

Statement by President Hamilton

Alderman Pérez offers condolences to family of crossing guard

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - November 20, 2017

Heartbreaking outcome from the family of school crossing guard Andrew Tyler

tatement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - November 20, 2017

Alderman Johnson shares GoFundMe page for crossing guard hit by reckless driver

Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson - November 14, 2017

Amended 2018 budget restores police officers, moves disparity study forward, and honors a fallen city employee

The budget will now head to Mayor Barrett who will have until the close of business on November 27th to sign the budget.

Hit-and-run leaves veteran crossing guard seriously injured

Statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - November 10, 2017

Resolution reevaluating employment age moves forward

Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson - October 30, 2017

Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run Discontinued

Milwaukee World Festival to Focus on Alternative Charitable Efforts

Aldermen Peréz voices disappointment in Mayor Barrett’s veto decision

Statement by Aldermen José Peréz

Record-breaking Milwaukee Film Festival Attendance; 9% Increase to 84,702

The Blood is at the Doorstep wins Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award

2018 budget is a watershed for the City of Milwaukee

According to the report, the proposed cuts in public safety reflect the severity of the City’s financial challenges for 2018.

Alderman Zielinski announces the COP House initiative will move forward

The program is designed to address crime in challenged neighborhoods.

Alderman Bohl offers condolences to latest accident victim and calls for action

Statement by Alderman James A. Bohl, Jr. - October 5, 2017

Safe & Sound Receives $625,000 Grant to Continue 27th Street West Drug Free Coalition in 53208 Zip Code

The Drug-Free Communities Support Program is the Nation’s leading effort to mobilize communities to prevent youth substance use.

Proposed cuts to protective services are nonsensical

Statement from Alderman Mark A. Borkowski

UWM police begin using body-worn cameras

Many campus and community police departments already use body-worn cameras.

Mayor Barrett’s 2018 Executive Budget Address

As Prepared for Delivery

New MPD Vehicle Pursuit Policy in Effect Today

The policy revisions allow Milwaukee Police to pursue fleeing vehicles that have been engaged in criminally reckless driving and those involved in drug dealing.

When good citizens step up in Milwaukee, good things happen

Statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - September 22, 2017

FPC right to see reform process through for Police Department

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - September 21, 2017

Mayor Barrett’s Statement Regarding State Senate Bill 169, Allowing Concealed Carry without Permits

I strongly disagree that Wisconsin needs to completely walk away from the 2011 concealed carry law that required individuals to get a permit before being allowed to carry a concealed weapon."

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis takes on reckless speeding in District 9

Recently, the City of Milwaukee installed speed cushions on 87th and Tower Ave.

Downtown debuts Key to Change meters on Sept. 13 to aid in ending chronic homelessness

Seven parking meters retrofitted to collect coin donations for quality-of-life programs

Alderman Bob Donovan thanks Sheriff Clarke on his years of dedication to public service

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - September 1, 2017

Council hearing set for DOJ draft report on MPD practices

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Council President Ashanti Hamilton

Common Council President reacts to leaked DOJ report

Statement from: Alderman Ashanti Hamilton - August 30, 2017

Residents urged to lock cars and garages after a rash of early morning break-ins

"This is not the time to cut police officers."

FPC Directive on MPD pursuit policy appropriate, necessary

News release and related documents from Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Standing tall when it counts

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis - July 14, 2017

EXPO Launches Campaign to Close Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (MSDF)

Leaders of the #CloseMSDF Campaign Call on Governor Walker to Save Lives and Save Money by Closing MSDF

Supervisor Moore Omokunde Statement on Officer-Involved Shooting

'Like my constituents, I want answers.'

Kansas City, KS reverses pursuit policy to address “skyrocketing crime

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 15, 2017

City, County Public Safety Agreement Wins Approval

Mayor Barrett, County Executive Abele announce partnership to improve public safety

Fire and Police Commission Releases Report on Police Vehicle Pursuits

There were 306 vehicle pursuits in 2016, the most recorded since 2002.

Governor Walker Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Time to create new local sales tax for public safety Statement

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - May 10, 2017

What we need: A broad and holistic approach focused on prevention

Statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson May 9, 2017

A safe summer in Milwaukee is within reach

Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton May 4, 2017

The perfect storm: It could be one bad summer

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan April 27, 2017

Thirteen Council members demand action from MPD, FPC

Seek re-prioritization of traffic enforcement, immediate review of no pursuit policy

A bad day that worsened by the hour

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan April 19, 2017

City’s commitment to police reforms persists in the face of flagging federal interest

Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton April 7, 2017

Praying for the Zyszkiewicz family and hoping for justice

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy March 24, 2017

A citywide effort is needed to quell Milwaukee’s senseless violence

Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton March 24, 2017

Murder of city worker hits close to home

Statement from Alderman Tony Zielinski March 24, 2017

The City of Milwaukee mourns a dedicated civil servant

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez March 23, 2017

Mary Ryan Boys & Girls Club in Sherman Park Celebrates Reopening

Sherman Park Boys & Girls Club has reopened, more renovations on the way.

2017 State of the City

As Delivered by Mayor Tom Barrett

Milwaukee Bucks and Daktronics Announce Pair of New Community Initiatives

Partnership with Milwaukee Police Department will return Bucks basketball cards to the community; Daktronics will also provide six new scoreboards for area youth centers

2017 Neighborhood Cleanup Box Program

Neighborhood groups are encouraged to use these containers to clean up and beautify their communities.

ACLU Challenges Milwaukee Police Department’s Unconstitutional Stop-and-Frisk Program Conducted Without Reasonable Suspicion and Based on Racial Profiling

For the Last Eight Years, the Milwaukee Police Department Has Subjected Tens of Thousands of Innocent People to Unconstitutional Stops and Frisks, Disrupting Their Daily Lives Because They Are Black or Latino

Two more shootings – when will Milwaukee wake up?

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan February 20, 2017

Milwaukee County’s Approach to Mental Health Reform is a National Success Story

In a series of interviews spanning several months, Buzzfeed documented the work of Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division clinicians Tai Hooper and Hendriel Anderson.

City sues to shut down properties linked to drugs, prostitution

Landlord allegedly knew widespread illegal activities were taking place

Milwaukee Public Schools, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Bucks to announce the return of Midnight Basketball League

Milwaukee Public Schools will host three 10-week Midnight Leagues at Bradley Tech.

Surveillance cameras, alley lighting to continue with Potawatomi grant

The grant will help continued funding for surveillance cameras monitoring business and residential areas.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces $4.1 Million HUD Grant to Help Fund County’s Efforts on Homelessness

An increase of more than $580,000 over last year’s award.

The 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corporation appoints Cheryl Blue as its new Executive Director

The Corridor is a 25 year old nonprofit organization that works to restore and maintain the economic vitality of Milwaukee’s industrial corridor.

Spotlight on Milwaukee County Workers: Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Honors Employees Making a Difference

County Executive Abele is putting the spotlight on employees who have gone above and beyond to give back to our community and make a difference.

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data

Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system

Pres. Hamilton blasts council members for divisive and irresponsible press release

Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton November 17, 2016

Protests and Play-Doh therapy? Enough already!

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 11, 2016

Mayor Barrett Launches Violence Prevention Planning Process

Comprehensive planning process aimed at reducing violence, guiding citywide investment begins

Safe & Sound Announces Neighborhood Team Expansion to North Milwaukee Neighborhoods

As with any major expansion, Safe & Sound completed a new fundraising campaign to expand into the new district.

Joint letter to DA John Chisholm

Joint letter from members of the Common Council to District Attorney Chisholm

Time for DA to release the video footage of MPD fatal shooting

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy October 28, 2016

Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently

Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently

String of daytime burglaries prompts warnings from Ald. Lewis, MPD

Throughout the last month, around a dozen burglaries have been reported in the general area north of W. Mill Road and N. 84th Street.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Reappointment of DHHS Director Héctor Colón

Colón Reappointment Wins Endorsement of Mayor Barrett, Gov. Doyle, Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence, broad coalition of community members

ACLU of Wisconsin Condemns Milwaukee Police Department Arrests of Organizer Jarrett English and State Representative Jonathan Brostoff

Both men were handcuffed, forced to the ground, involuntarily searched and placed in a paddy wagon.

Twenty Milwaukee Organizations Express Serious Misgivings with Proposed Public Safety Action Plan

We are writing on behalf of an array of community groups to express our serious misgivings regarding the recently released draft “Public Safety Action Plan.”

Two MPD officers to receive honors for heroic actions while off duty

“The selfless actions of Detective Ayala and Officer Acevedo speak volumes about their sense of duty and their caring about the wellbeing of their fellow citizens.”

Milwaukee County Receives $2.4 Million Grant from SAMHSA to Support Housing First Initiative to End Chronic Homelessness

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supports County-wide collaborative to end chronic homelessness

State Rep. David Bowen & State Rep. Evan Goyke Call on the United States Department of Justice to Take Over the Investigation into the Shooting of Sylville Smith

“It is crucial that trust be restored to the relationship between the public and law enforcement,” said Rep. David Bowen

Far North Side police begin crackdown on late night drag racers

“Unfortunately, this sort of activity has been on the rise lately”

MPD and DA must vigorously pursue charges following threats to officer

Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan August 17, 2016

Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Responds to the Recent Tragic Events in the Sherman Park Community

Now, in the aftermath, it is time to find solutions to people’s frustrations and rebuild business.

The only path to justice involves peace and patience

Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton August 15, 2016

Alderman Witkowski invites residents to National Night Out event

National Night Out invitation from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski

Support the Blue Day rally to feature President Hamilton, Aldermen Donovan and Borkowski

“I urge citizens to come out and show their support for our brave officers,” said Alderman Bob Donovan.

Mayor Barrett and MPD Celebrate National Night Out

Neighborhood Events to Take Place across City

Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings

Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council

PrideFest Milwaukee celebrates triumph over tragedy

Community unites for largest LGBTQ pride celebration ever

Milwaukee Pride responds to Orlando tragedy

PrideFest honors victims and families with tribute events

Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort

Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace

My Brother’s Keeper Youth Forum hosted by President Ashanti Hamilton and Mayor Tom Barrett

The topics of discussion will be unlawful driving, how to prioritize problems, the pressing issues they face as youth and how the community can best support them.

Attorney Michael Hupy Announces $25,000 Reward in Child Murder Case

Officials plan to hold a 2:30 pm news conference today (May 17th, 2016) to announce the reward at the Third District Police Station.

Heroin study funding to go before Public Safety Committee

Since 2005, Milwaukee County has seen a 495% increase in heroin-related deaths.

Council President Hamilton urges community support for “Violence Prevention Month”

News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

Juvenile Crime Data & Summer Supervision Needs Have Boys & Girls Clubs Launching Awareness Campaign, Extending Services

Boys & Girls Clubs Extends Summer Club Hours; Debuts “A Club For Every Kid” Campaign Alerting Parents to Focus on Supervised Activities

Milwaukee needs all hands on deck

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 6, 2016

Neighborhood grateful for quick action by police in last night’s hold-up

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis May 6, 2016

MKE Plays ready to transform Marcus DeBack Playground

Friday news event will include unveiling of major improvements at playground – one of six playground upgrades planned for Milwaukee during 2016

Ald. Donovan to help dedicate memorial tree for late MPD officer

“As the longtime community liaison officer in District Six, Mark knew everyone and was well loved by businesses and residents in the community he served.”

Southwest Side shooting is a startling, terrible tragedy

Statement from Alderman Mark A. Borkowski March 7, 2016

Needless tragedy offers a lesson

Statement from Alderman Robert W. Puente February 24, 2016

2016 State of the City

Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016

James Methu’s Statement on Public Safety in Milwaukee

“Mayor Barrett seems to only care about addressing the issue of crime in the community around an election.”