Brian Barkow

Family Says Guard Ignored Brieon Green Committing Suicide at Jail

Family horrified after reviewing footage of his death in custody at Milwaukee County Jail.

Denita Ball Wins Sheriff’s Race

Ball wins with 55% of the vote, defeating Brian Barkow and Thomas Beal.

2022 Milwaukee County Primary Election Results

Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, a State Assembly seat and a council race.

Milwaukee County Sheriff Race

Three candidates on ballot and one write-in jockey to become next Milwaukee County Sheriff.

Ballot Access A Concern In Milwaukee County Jail

Advocates, candidates for Sheriff question voting access in county jail.

Interview with Mohamed Awad

Awad wants to change culture of Sheriff's Office, saying commanders from Clarke-era must go.

Interview with Thomas Beal

Beal wants full staffing, better mental health evaluation at jail.

Interview with Brian Barkow

Barkow wants a jail ombudsman and community advisory council. Says current conditions in jail are "appalling."

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

Statement from Brian Barkow

Brian Barkow Shares Vision for Community-Driven Public Safety

Sheriff Lucas Won’t Run for Reelection

His Chief Deputy Denita Ball announces run for sheriff since Lucas is running for mayor.

Brian Barkow Files Candidacy for Milwaukee County Sheriff