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Is There A Plan To Prevent New Tent City?
City officials worry. If no plan, should state build a campground under highway?
Jan 8th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Seven Will Run for County Executive
Gwen Moore endorses Lipscomb, Crowley has raised $53,000, no word from Abele.
Jan 7th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
“Officer Ray’s” FPC Appointment Okayed
Committee approves appointment of retired officer to police oversight board.
Dec 5th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?
Second public resignation and much staff turnover under new executive director.
Dec 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Stash of Guns Found on Milwaukee River
Sheriff's deputies arrest man, find underground bunker full of weapons in wooded area near Capitol Dr.
Nov 23rd, 2019 by Alana Watson
Morales Blames ACLU Suit for Traffic Ticket Drop
Police Chief says stop-and-frisk settlement caused decline. But some question this.
Nov 18th, 2019 by Gretchen Schuldt
City Asks Evers’ Help on Reckless Driving
Mayor Barrett, council ask governor for funding or more state troopers to combat problem.
Oct 29th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Up From the Hillside Projects
Sheriff Earnell Lucas is on a mission to serve the people.
Oct 15th, 2019 by Eugene Kane
Milwaukee Losing As Summerfest Safety Costs Grow Quickly
Long-term lease agreement means the city has eaten $4 million in costs since 2011.
Aug 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Respects His Agency Leaders
Walker at times ignored cabinet, made decisions for his political career.
Aug 5th, 2019 by Steven Walters
New Mac & Cheese Joint on Brady Street
Plus: new Bubble Tea Cafe on Wells St. and Latin-style restaurant in Walker's Point.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Jennifer Rick
City Attorney Grant Langley Retiring?
Vince Bobot announces for job, leading to speculation Langley may retire after 36 years.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
County Jail is Bleeding Safety Officers
Pay low, conditions bad. In 2018 county hired 103 corrections officers and lost 110.
Jun 17th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
O. J. Mayo Loses River Hills Home
Former Buck has until October to pay off $1.1 million judgement and reclaim mansion.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Michael Horne
Should Sheriff Provide Security on Buses?
It would cost more and issue divides bus drivers and riders. No action taken on idea.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Fighting For Immigrants in Court
Immigrants without attorneys six times more likely to be deported. New program provides legal help.
May 21st, 2019 by Natalie Yahr
Armed Man Shot By Police
Killing on South Side came after attempted robbery.
May 8th, 2019 by WPR Staff
Inside Milwaukee’s Successful DNC Bid
Mayor speaks off the cuff to reveal what happened, what's going on now, what is to come.
May 2nd, 2019 by Michael Horne
Sheriff Won’t Work With Federal Immigration
Lucas changes policy, won’t give information to ICE about people detained in the jail.
Mar 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Private Contract for Jail Health Care Okayed
But committee also calls for county to take over for private contractor in two years.
Feb 5th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Waukesha County Sued for Racial Profiling
Common Ground seeks apology for treatment of two black pastors, and reviewing actions by other suburbs.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Will Earnell Lucas Be a “People’s Sheriff”?
That’s what new sheriff promised; community members hope he will be very different than David Clarke.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Max Nawara
Evers Embraces Expertise
Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?
Dec 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Sheriff Lucas Pledges to Restore “Integrity”
Sees challenges, promises changes to county office run by David Clarke for 15 years.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies
New sheriff also intends to build positive relationship with Milwaukee Police.
Dec 2nd, 2018 by Max Nawara
Will Obama Visit Increase Black Turnout?
4,000 people attended, mostly North Side residents, whose votes could be critical.
Oct 30th, 2018 by Grace Connatser
Audit Finds Staffing Problems at County Jail
And at House of Correction. Both facilities consistently understaffed for 22 months.
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Are Journalists Your Enemy?
29% of Americans say yes, many support shutting down free press. Disagree? You can help.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
23 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Guide to Republican Candidates
Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Candidates for Common Council
Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Democratic Candidate Guide
Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.
A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Schmidt Pension At Issue In Sheriff Race?
Acting Sheriff could collect a lot from taxpayers. Will he waive lucrative backdrop benefit?
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Met With Accused Russian Agent
Maria Butina, charged by federal prosecutors, posed for photo with Walker during his run for president.
Jul 17th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Juneteenth Day 2018
Neither rain nor chilly summer temperatures stopped the festivities, as our photos attest.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Jack Fennimore
New Bay View Pizzeria
New Latin American restaurant downtown. And bye bye Buca di Beppo.
Mar 7th, 2018 by Jennifer Rick
The Online Legacy of Sheriff Clarke
His use of government social media set an ugly precedent which must be rejected.
Sep 14th, 2017 by Isiah Holmes
Community Groups Hail Clarke’s Resignation
Anti-Clarke groups declare victory, push Walker on replacement he appoints.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Officials Shouldn’t Block Twitter, Facebook Users
Courts have ruled against blocking certain users of official Facebook pages, Twitter feeds.
Sep 2nd, 2017 by Dee J. Hall
Who’s Charged for Pot Possession?
Review of cases shows black males mostly charged for a second offense.
Aug 16th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Supreme Court Rulings a Mixed Bag
Wins and losses for openness and accountability.
Aug 1st, 2017 by April Barker
What We Need in a New Sheriff
If Clarke leaves, what kind of sheriff should replace him?
Jun 2nd, 2017 by Casey Hoff
Local Leaders Demand Clarke’s Removal
Legislators, community leaders call on Gov. Walker to remove sheriff from office.
Jun 1st, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Sheriff Clarke Loses Key Ruling
Judge won’t dismiss case on shackling of pregnant inmates in county jail.
May 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Clarke Shouldn’t Get National Promotion
County Jail deaths on his watch disqualify him from Homeland Security Job.
May 18th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Clarke At Fault On County Jail
Inmate denied water for seven days? Walker should replace the sheriff.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Chris Walker
My 5 Milwaukee Valentines
From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
“Day Without Immigrants, Refugees” Planned
Local immigrants, advocates ramping up opposition to Trump executive orders.
Feb 11th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
GOP Bill Penalizes Sanctuary Cities
Milwaukee and Madison won’t change immigration policies, would be fined.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Sheriff Clarke’s Meltdown?
He threatens to eliminate a citizen, uses vicious racial slur against another.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Sheriff’s History Of Inmate Mistreatment
Problems at county jail just the latest incidents of mistreatment under Sheriff Clarke.
Nov 30th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Incredible Decline of Democrats
GOP soared, Democrats floored, in state vote. Dem decline since 2010 is stunning.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
15 Election Winners and Losers
Clarke to the cabinet? Should pollsters be fired? RoJo trumps Trump. And much more.
Nov 9th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Siefert Unfit For Sheriff, Clarke Declares
Clarke derides Siefert's physical fitness. And: Badger sports bring huge returns to UW.
Oct 31st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Sylville Smith’s Killer Charged With Sex Assault
Officer Dominique Heaggan-Brown's fatal shooting of Smith had set off near-riot in city.
Oct 20th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Legislature Resists Background Checks for Guns
18 states require them, 85% of state residents support them, but Walker, GOP resist.
Aug 28th, 2016 by Alexandra Arriaga
When Will Sherman Park Curfew End?
Youth in area say they have nowhere to go. Sheriff Clarke won’t say when it will be lifted.
Aug 27th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Racism Led to Violent Weekend, Residents Say
Poverty, segregation, racial profiling by police all led to explosion, they note.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Will Supreme Court Rule for Transparency?
Three cases before the Wisconsin Supreme Court challenge the public's right to know.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Christa Westerberg
Walker Sells Himself at GOP Convention
Uses convention to renew national profile, but Ryan a more likely choice for president in 2020.
Jul 25th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Will Clarke Hurt GOP With Black Voters?
His speech adds to anti-black tone at Republican convention, but heightens sheriff’s fame.
Jul 21st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Pabst Brewery’s Grand Resort, 1890
Located in Whitefish Bay, it was served by rail and steamboat from downtown Milwaukee.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Jeff Beutner
How to Combat Mass Incarceration
Federal bill would reform system. Sen. Baldwin supports it. Will Sen. Johnson?
Jun 17th, 2016 by Mark Rice
Aldermen Unveil Anti-Violence Initiative
Hamilton and 11 other aldermen call for “holistic approach” to gun violence.
Jun 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Why Federal Court Rejected Archer Suit
Eric O’Keefe’s attempt to punish DA John Chisholm was way thin on evidence.
May 31st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
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
Mysterious $1 Million Lakeside Mansion
Why does real estate honcho James Barry III hide his home's ownership?
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Michael Horne
Watching Over the City’s Health
Health Commissioner Bevan Baker has had success, but says much more is needed.
Jan 25th, 2016 by Jack Fennimore
Ten Predictions for 2016
A new downtown strip club, less crime, more Sheriff Clarke. It's all coming… we think.
Jan 2nd, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Abele vs. Clarke, Once Again
Abele cuts sheriff's budget and blasts him as rascist; Clarke and Weishan beat up on Abele.
Nov 18th, 2015 by Graham Kilmer
Sheriff Clarke Should Drop the Act
He's become the vehicle for dog-whistle narratives that Fox anchors would never dare utter themselves.
Jun 5th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
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
Community Works to Reclaim Park
Harambee neighborhood organizers looking for ideas to improve park at Burleigh and MLK Dr.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
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
Abele Goes O-fer On Election Night
Sheriff Clarke wins democratic primary. Plus: The rest of election night's winners and losers.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General
Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?
Aug 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
John Chisholm Crushes Sheriff Clarke
The sheriff takes some pot shots at DA, only to get mowed down, in an entertaining -- and very revealing -- exchange.
Jun 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Washington Park Residents Face Prostitution Problem
Neighbors meet with police, seeking solutions to prostitution and drug trafficking.
Apr 28th, 2014 by Karen Stokes
Can County Board Solve Taxicab Problem?
The board's resolution got media play, but will probably accomplish nothing.
Nov 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
David Clarke the False Conservative
Sheriff Clarke claims the right to spend as much as he wants, while the media ignores this and simply reports on his rants.
Oct 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Who Let the Dogs Out?
Sheriff Clarke grabs canine units from House of Correction, endangering safety of staff, only to be forced to return them.
Sep 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Decline of Sheriff Clarke
The weirder and crankier he gets, the more unlikely his reelection.
Jun 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
David Clarke’s Wetland Wonder
The Sheriff's home sits on a low marsh, hidden by trees, at the very edge of the county, protected by Honeywell Security.
Apr 26th, 2013 by Michael Horne
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
Sheriff David Clarke
His radio ads says he needs the help of armed homeowners, but Clarke has almost nothing to do with combating violent crime.
Jan 28th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Mental Health Care in Shambles at County Jails
Jails are overloaded with people with mental illness. A key Republican lawmaker wants to examine issue.
Jan 3rd, 2013 by Rory Linnane, Tegan Wendland and Kate Golden
Who’s Right in County Budget Battle?
County Board Chair Marina Dimitrijevic trashes Abele’s budget. But did she improve it?
Oct 30th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Other Sheriff Dave
There is another Sheriff Dave just two counties to the south, in Kenosha.
Sep 27th, 2006 by Michael Horne
The Real Story Behind The Sheriff’s Departure
There is bad smell surrounding the retirement of Sheriff Lev Baldwin.
Jan 19th, 2002 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans are Dumping on Jim Doyle
Republicans are squirming about a state investigation of the legislative caucuses, and their attack dogs are going after Attorney General Jim Doyle to try to prevent it.
Sep 4th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
