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Republican Slams Party for State Recount

Fond du Lac Chairman, talk radio’s Jeff Wagner attack effort to ‘disenfranchise' legal voters.

‘MAGA’ Rally in Wauwatosa Gathers Hundreds

One day after Mayfair Mall shooting Trump supporters gather, including many with guns.

Three Suspects Arrested in the Shots Fired Incident on I-894

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Trump Rally Becomes Confrontation

Crowd resists Health Department rules, Serb Hall hit with city citations, its manager in fracas with crowd.

Board Adopts 2021 Budget

Tax levy increase of 0.59%, many amendments and delays to electric buses and hemp growing.

Clancy Calls for Shifting a Total of Nearly $12 Million from Law Enforcement to Human Needs

18 Clancy Amendments Build on Reductions to Sheriff’s Budget Included in County Executive’s Initial Budget Proposal

Committee Rejects Sheriff Cuts

But it also passed a widely supported increase in spending for services like housing and youth justice.

Supervisor Clancy Calls for Investing in Human Needs, Shifting Resources from Wasteful Spending

Amendments invest $2,660,286 in Parks and Housing, Senior and Youth Services, the Zoo, Library System, and the Office on African American Affairs

Clancy Pushes $2.6 Million Cut to Sheriff Overtime

Supervisor proposes reallocating money to housing, parks, seniors and youth justice.

Sheriff’s Office Spent $61.6 Million On Overtime

That's $35 million more than budgeted over the last seven years.

MCSO Responds to Shots Fired on Freeway

Sheriff Opposes Further Budget Cuts

Proposed cut of just 2.7%. Sup. Clancy wants 25%, grills sheriff over protests and department spending.

Supervisors Goodwin, Logsdon, and Weishan Oppose Call to Further Cut the Sheriff’s Budget

Did David Clarke Inspire Michigan Militia?

He was a prominent speaker urging rebellion against Michigan governor.

12,500 Held in County Jails Could Vote

ACLU, League of Women Voters working to help these eligible state residents to vote.

Temporary CDC Eviction Ban

Law Enforcement, Protesters Play Cat-Mouse Game After Mensah Decision

March from Downtown to Mayfair Mall blocked repeatedly by National Guard, Sheriffs, Police.

Deputy Charged in Fatal Crash Resigns

Crowley Budget Advances Equity Goals

$1.2 billion budget down slightly, with less for capital spending, parks and Sheriff's office.

Why Defunding Police Is Tough To Sell

Minneapolis politicians are abandoning the idea. What will happen in Milwaukee?

Protest Shuts Down I-94 Freeway

Protests continued in city last week after Breonna Taylor decision.

Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Rescues Man from the Hoan Bridge

Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Incident in Washington Park

Statement of Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas on the Passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Supervisors Want Chokehold Ban Codified

Sheriff's Office does not oppose a chokehold ban, but has reservations about self-defense prohibition.

MPD Implements the Reckless Driving Reduction Initiative to Combat Reckless Driving

County Invests in Mental Health Crisis Responders

$500,000 for a team of Sheriff's deputies and psychiatric clinicians.

Statement of Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Regarding the Tragic Attacks on September 11, 2001

Did Kenosha Cops Push Protesters Toward Militia?

So says militia member after two people killed by armed civilian. Pattern seen in other cities.

MCSO Responds to Fatal Incident on I-43

MCSO is Asking for the Public’s Assistance in Locating an Endangered Missing Person

Kenosha Officials on Trump, Protests, Police

Updates on everything going on in Kenosha in wake of unrest.

Statement Regarding Custody Status of Mr. Blake

David Clarke a Key Part of Bannon Scam

Ex-sheriff not indicted but was key fundraiser for We Build the Wall group accused of fraud.

Activist Coalition Holds Largest March of DNC

But tensions nearly boiled over when counter-protesters disrupted the demonstration.

Former Milwaukeean Running for Vice President

Angela Walker is VP nominee for Green Party, but might not get on Wisconsin ballot.

Our Sheriff’s Department is Underfunded and Understaffed

DNC Security Costs Down 50 Percent

Event will cost $20 to $25 million to secure, feds will reimburse city.

MCSO Investigates Death in Kosciuszko Park

County Supervisor Ryan Clancy Supports 25% Cut to Sheriff’s Budget

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Outlines Vision to Achieve Racial Equity

MCSO Responds to Fatal Incident at McKinley Beach

Racial Equity Legislation Signed Into Law

Also, Juneteenth officially becomes a major holiday for Milwaukee County.

Erik Brooks Announces Endorsement from Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell Lucas

Sheriff believes in strong leadership, community relations

Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Minister and Civil Rights Leader Rev. Dr. Cordy Tindell (C.T.) Vivian

Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Mourns the Passing of Civil Rights Pioneer and American Patriot Congressman John R. Lewis (D-Ga.)

MCSO Responds to Shots Fired on I-94

MCSO Conducts Death Investigation at Bradford Beach

Tosa PD Protesters Issue List of Demands

Despite increasing pressure from police, protesters in Tosa continue to seek justice.

Activists Ratchet Up Pressure on Tosa PD

Jay-Z's Roc Nation calls for Mensah's firing, Tosa Police arrest protesters.

Fireworks harm the quality of life in our neighborhoods

Board Passes Racial Equity Proposal

A response to calls for police reform aimed at courts, sheriff's office, transit system.

This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality

List of protests against the killing of George Floyd and police brutality.

Photos Tied to Nooses a “Misguided Attempt” to Start Dialogue, Sheriff Says

Black man trying to start a conversation on the killing of Black people made the nooses found in Riverside Park.

Supervisors Want Details on Progress Towards Racial Equity from County Departments

Nooses Hung From Riverside Park Tree

With laminated photos of Blacks killed by cops. Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

‘We Care Crew’ Takes on Pandemic

County teams with city, police, non-profits to distribute meals, face masks, resource bags at local parks.

Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee

The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.

Gov. Evers, Local Leaders Announce Conclusion of Wisconsin National Guard Mission

8th Night of Marches Leads To South Side

Nitty and Coleman lead marchers through the south side and back.

State, City Elected Officials Call for Police Reform

Activists, Alders, lawmakers and the governor are calling for policy changes.

Marches Multiply, Council Will Investigate Curfew, Police Response

Group openly carrying rifles joins late march, car caravan later takes over.

We Don’t Need the National Guard

We need our elected leaders to dismantle racist practices.

Five Protest Marches Planned Wednesday

Largest march will leave from Humboldt Park in Bay View at 3 p.m. and head north

Protest Leader Frank Nitty Released

District Attorney Chisholm says leader released, wasn't charged, but facts still being gathered.

Peaceful March Leader Frank Nitty Arrested

Sheriff's deputies arrested influential leader. Mayor Barrett reportedly opposed detainment.

Supervisor Clancy Calls for Policy Adoption to Protect Protestors During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Community Leaders List Changes Protestors Want

Demands push for more racial equity, major changes in state, local and police policies.

City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

Officials lament burglaries, fires, vandalism. Chief Morales warns police "taking action".

Pastors Lead Peaceful Protest, But Second March Draws Police in Riot Gear

A tale of two marches, one with songs of unity, another with a standoff between marchers and dozens of police officers.

Milwaukee Opening New Northside Community Testing Site

Site will be on Custer High School campus, replaces Midtown Center.

Sheriff Lucas Issues Statement Regarding National Guard Authorization

Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Law Enforcement in Milwaukee

MCSO Apprehends Suspect in Shots Fired Incident

Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas’ Statement on the Passing of Deputy Inspector Samuel Leatherwood (Ret.)

Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Arrests a Suspect in the Shooting which Occurred on 1-94 E/B at about 35th Street Earlier Today

Council Okays Fines for “Safer at Home” Violators

107 arrests so far by Milwaukee Police; now can issue fines of $500 to enforce state order.

House of Correction Has 7 COVID-19 Cases

The first confirmed case was announced Friday. Six more inmates being tested.

House of Correction Has Confirmed COVID-19 Case

One inmate has confirmed case, several others showing symptoms. Nurse that works at jail also tests positive.

Statement from the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office

First Responders React To Supply Shortage, Change Operations

Police officers and firefighters are having trouble accessing the personal protective equipment they need.

David Clarke Is Still Crazy

Or maybe crazier. Just ask Charlie Sykes.

Shooting at Molson Coors Left 6 Dead, Including Gunman

Law enforcement and elected officials lament the tragedy.

Statement from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele

Reckless driving claims Dean of MU College of Business Administration

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan February 12, 2020

Fire & Police Commission Okays Probe

To investigate leak of police department video. But who will do investigation and how will it be funded?

Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell Lucas Endorses Ed Fallone for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Is There A Plan To Prevent New Tent City?

City officials worry. If no plan, should state build a campground under highway?

Seven Will Run for County Executive

Gwen Moore endorses Lipscomb, Crowley has raised $53,000, no word from Abele.

LISC Milwaukee and Safe & Sound to Host the 71st Crime Prevention Awards on February 5, 2020

Former Tomah and Kettle Moraine High School Principal Charged with Child Enticement and Possession of Child Pornography

“Officer Ray’s” FPC Appointment Okayed

Committee approves appointment of retired officer to police oversight board.

Trouble at Fire & Police Commission?

Second public resignation and much staff turnover under new executive director.

Stash of Guns Found on Milwaukee River

Sheriff's deputies arrest man, find underground bunker full of weapons in wooded area near Capitol Dr.

Suspect Arrested in Shots Fired Incident Near Milwaukee River

After responding to the scene, investigating officers located two shelters on non-county-owned land on the west bank of the Milwaukee River.

Morales Blames ACLU Suit for Traffic Ticket Drop

Police Chief says stop-and-frisk settlement caused decline. But some question this.

City Asks Evers’ Help on Reckless Driving

Mayor Barrett, council ask governor for funding or more state troopers to combat problem.

Dan Kelly: Applying the Law as His Campaign Contributors Wish It To Be

Kelly’s Right-Wing Activism Includes Overturning Court Precedent to Side With Donors

Four OWI Arrests Overnight

Operating While Intoxicated is a serious offense that turns a vehicle into a weapon and other motorists into targets.