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Blacks Bear Brunt of Pot Arrests
New study shows blacks are 39% of city’s population but 72% of arrests for marijuana possession.
Mar 24th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Community Must Respond to Gun Violence
So say the speakers at Neighborhood House summit, discussing rise of gun violence in the city.
Mar 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Polish Moon Ride Registration Open
Sign up for slow-moving, family-friendly, 8-mile, summer night ride through the South Side.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
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
Southwest Side shooting is a startling, terrible tragedy
Statement from Alderman Mark A. Borkowski March 7, 2016
Mar 7th, 2016 by Ald. Mark Borkowski
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
Needless tragedy offers a lesson
Statement from Alderman Robert W. Puente February 24, 2016
Feb 24th, 2016 by Robert Puente
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
2016 State of the City
Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016
Feb 8th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
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
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.”
Jan 25th, 2016 by James Methu
ACLU of Wisconsin urges U.S. DOJ representatives to conduct investigation into Milwaukee Police Department practices that matter most to residents
Including phony stops and invasive surveillance
Jan 21st, 2016 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
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
City of Milwaukee 2016 Overnight Parking Permits Now On Sale
Residents may buy their 2016 annual or 4-month and first trimester permits now
Dec 18th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
U.S. Rep. Moore Welcomes DOJ Investigation of Milwaukee PD
In response to the U.S. Department of Justice’s announcement that it will launch a collaborative reform initiative with the Milwaukee Police Department, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement:
Dec 17th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
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
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces $100,000 Grant From Bader Philanthropies to Support Housing First initiative
Foundation supports County-wide collaborative to end chronic homelessness
Nov 25th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
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
MPD earns rarely-awarded accreditation
The Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group Inc. made the announcement of the MPD accreditation yesterday.
Nov 10th, 2015 by Robert Puente
Traffic Changes Downtown for Nov. 10 GOP Debate
Milwaukee Police are partnering with the Department of Public Works and other local stakeholders to inform the public of traffic and pedestrian impacts due to the GOP debate.
Nov 9th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs
News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Let’s settle police and fire labor contracts first
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. October 30, 2015
Oct 30th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Barrett’s Chief of Staff misses mark (and has a short memory!)
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan October 29, 2015
Oct 29th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Prosecution is a step toward justice for Laylah
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. October 21, 2015
Oct 21st, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
“We’re not there yet.”
ACLU of Wisconsin Statement on Milwaukee Police Department Body Worn Camera October 16, 2015 proposal
Oct 15th, 2015 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Proposed city budget uses health care savings to maintain service levels and minimize taxpayer impacts
But revenue challenges continue to threaten long-term outlook
Oct 14th, 2015 by Public Policy Forum
Ald. Zielinski, MPD ready enforcement strategy for “Miltown Throwdown”
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Sep 29th, 2015 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Let’s give real credit where credit is due
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 14, 2015
Sep 14th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
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
Attorney Michael Hupy Announces $25,000 Reward in Child Shooting Case
On August 9, 2015, a 10-year-old boy was struck in the thigh by a bullet while sleeping in his bed near 20th and Lapham.
Sep 11th, 2015 by Hupy and Abraham, S.C.
Another job well done by MPD officers
Statement from Alderman Jim Bohl September 10, 2015
Sep 10th, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
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
Police officers deserve our support always, and especially during these difficult days
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 8, 2015
Sep 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Two children perish in overnight fire
Statement from Alderman Robert W. Puente September 4, 2015
Sep 4th, 2015 by Robert Puente
Safe Zones Need More Police Cooperation?
Ald. Hamilton, community, police disagree on how to make project work.
Sep 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
After further review: Policies on why and when to deploy police body cameras need to be vetted
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 2, 2015
Sep 2nd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Body cameras = more politics than policing
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan August 31, 2015
Aug 31st, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Statewide crackdown on drunken driving begins Friday
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign runs from August 21 to September 7
Aug 20th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Police Ambassadors Serve Community
MPD ambassadors provide bridge between officers and community.
Aug 14th, 2015 by Devi Shastri
Alderman Davis requests police records of delayed response to rape report
News release from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.
Aug 13th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
“Miltown Throwdown” Disrupts Community
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski
Aug 12th, 2015 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Police need information about fatal hit-and-run
Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs August 7, 2015
Aug 7th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
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
Asking for Sheriff Clarke’s help to stem south side auto theft crisis
243% increase in 8th Aldermanic District in five years
Aug 4th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Ald. Bohl & Mayor Barrett join MPD for PD 7 National Night Out, neighborhood walk
News release from Alderman Jim Bohl
Aug 4th, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
National Night Out in The Parks
Neighborhoods Celebrate Community in Area Parks
Jul 30th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee’s public safety crisis increasing fear, frustration of residents
Administration’s own policies fueling more crime, violence and mayhem
Jul 28th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Heads must roll over outrageous delay in police response to rape case
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. July 23, 2015
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
DeVougas Elected Chair of City of Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission
The commission is a civilian body which oversees and prescribes general policies, standards, and rules in the Milwaukee Fire Department and the Milwaukee Police Department.
Jul 21st, 2015 by Quarles
Sojourner Family Peace Center and Milwaukee Police Department to Announce New Comfort Bag Project to Benefit Children Impacted by Domestic Violence
Community resource fair to connect local organizations with individuals seeking assistance.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Sojourner Family Peace Center
Disturbing car theft trend on south side – motorists beware
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan July 15, 2015
Jul 15th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
