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Learning From Cincinnati’s Police Reform
Can its collaborative, community-oriented approach be a model for Milwaukee?
Nov 9th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Sylville Smith Probe Looks Suspicious
AG Brad Schimel’s links to Milwaukee Police raise questions about his investigation.
Aug 25th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
City’s “Second-Class Citizens” Are Frustrated
As Ald. Rainey has argued, racism led to violent uprising.
Aug 24th, 2016 by Will Tchakirides
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
Rep. Bowen addresses the upcoming “Blue Day Rally” and the necessity of police accountability in the community
"What the whole state needs to hear. That Black Lives must matter and those who advocate for them need this community’s support too."
Aug 12th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Can Chisholm Be Beaten?
The DA pleads for help as dark money from outside the county blasts him.
Aug 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Black Residents Talk About Police Misconduct
Demands for accountability at listening session of county Office of African American Affairs.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Supervisor Marcelia Nicholson Announces Call to Action Regarding Recent Unarmed Victims of Police Shootings
Black Men in Milwaukee County Are At Risk; We Must Act Now
Jul 7th, 2016 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Bill to Prevent Tragedies Between Police and Communities They Serve
Today, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement
May 12th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Crowd Gathers for Justice, Better Policing
Two years after Dontre Hamilton’s death, his family and supporters march to demand changes.
May 5th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Will Murphy Lose Council Presidency?
Race could be wide open and Ashanti Hamilton might have surprising supporters.
Apr 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Youth Tell DOJ About Police Abuse
Department of Justice listening sessions here suggest Milwaukee has problems.
Mar 10th, 2016 by Jimmy Gutierrez
Did Democratic Debate Help Milwaukee?
And did Clinton or Sanders win? Morning-after reflections.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Mental Health: A Community Conversation
I’ve heard from many citizens with questions and concerns about mental health services in Milwaukee.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
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
County Will Allow Politics in Parks
“Bizarre” ban on political activity had restricted free speech for more than a decade.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Nate Hamilton Still Fighting for Justice
Brother of Dontre Hamilton, who was killed by a cop, has created the Coalition for Justice.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Samama Mahmud
Omnibus Provides Much Needed Support for Students, Police, and Businesses
In response to the passage of the FY 2016 Omnibus Appropriations bill in the House of Representatives, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement:
Dec 18th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
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
Rep. Bowen statement on arrest of peaceful protesters at Milwaukee City/County Christmas Tree Lighting
"Not one more penny of taxpayer money should be used to prosecute them."
Nov 24th, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
GOP Circus Puts Spotlight on Milwaukee
Protestors protested as Republican presidential candidates debated. So who won?
Nov 11th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
DOJ Closes Review Into the Death of Dontre Hamilton
“As a mother to two young Black men, I am especially saddened by the Department of Justice’s decision not to bring criminal civil rights charges against Officer Christopher Manney.”
Nov 10th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
MaryNell Regan on the Hot Seat
New head of embattled Fire & Police Commission wants to allow more community input into its decisions.
Oct 14th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
2015 Milwaukee Film Festival Attracts 70,885 Attendees for a 10% Increase Over 2014
The Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award for feature film goes to Romeo is Bleeding
Oct 13th, 2015 by Milwaukee Film
26 Films From Best to Worst
Update of my ranking of all films seen. Audiences, I confess, didn't necessarily agree.
Oct 8th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Twelfth Annual Nohl Fellowship Exhibition Opens at INOVA, October 9
Each autumn, the Nohl exhibition affords us an opportunity to stop and consider what it means to be an artist in greater Milwaukee at a specific moment in time.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Lynden Sculpture Garden
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
Officer-involved shootings could be reduced with better police training on mental illness
“Training for law enforcement on how to properly interact with people with mental health challenges is not just the fiscally responsible thing to do, it’s the humane thing to do.”
May 12th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
The Fallacy of Black-on-Black Crime
83% of white murders are committed by whites, so why doesn't that get similar discussion?
Apr 5th, 2015 by Walter Bond
Million Mom March to DC
Local mothers joining march to demand justice for those killed by police or white vigilantes.
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
A good cop, and a bad Fire and Police Commission decision
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan March 24, 2015
Mar 24th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Does “Broken Windows” Theory Hurt Milwaukee?
Police Chief Ed Flynn is one of the foremost practitioners of aggressive policing getting national criticism.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Who Is Funding the Anti-Streetcar Effort?
Ald. Bauman and others are certain that dark money is pouring in for this, which streetcar opponents deny.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why I Was Arrested
As police stake out an expected protest, a reporter gets arrested. Was the arrest justified?
Dec 29th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
Rep. Gwen Moore Calls on DOJ Review of Milwaukee Police Procedures
Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) sent the following letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division
Dec 23rd, 2014 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms
Joint Statement from Common Council members Ashanti Hamilton, Russell W. Stamper II, Milele A. Coggs, Willie C. Wade and José G Pérez
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Chisholm Decision Triggers Controversy
DA decides not to charge officer who killed mentally ill man, leaving community divided over issue.
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Taylor’s statement on Dontre Hamilton Case
"Our new law also requires that when no charging decisions are issued following an officer-involved death, the criminal report must be released to the public."
Dec 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Rep. Gwen Moore on Decision to Not File Charges in Dontre Hamilton Shooting
"It is paramount that we channel our collective grief and frustration in a constructive manner."
Dec 22nd, 2014 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Supervisor David Bowen Questions Hamilton Decision
Says 14 Shots “Excessive,” Urges Community to Stand Firm Against Injustice
Dec 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
In a broken city, questions remain
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. December 22, 2014
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Hamilton shooting a tragedy all around, but war on cops needs to end
Police aren’t the problem, they’re part of the solution
Dec 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy December 22, 2014
"It’s important, in the wake of the district attorney’s decision today, that we recognize first and foremost the pain that continues for the family of Dontre Hamilton."
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Statement from ACLU of Wisconsin on DA Decision in Police Shooting of Dontre Hamilton
Statement from Chris Ahmuty, ACLU of Wisconsin Executive Director
Dec 22nd, 2014 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Through the riots, see the pain, and learn from the lessons of Ferguson
Joint statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
Nov 25th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
The Ed Flynn Factor
Politico Magazine concludes Milwaukee is an innovator in policing. Why? Chief Flynn’s leadership.
Nov 12th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Modest Ranch Home of Ald. Joe Davis
The mayoral candidate lives in the Hampton Heights neighborhood where assessments have declined and crime has risen. Small wonder he's concerned about that issue.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
District Attorney watches while the City of Milwaukee implodes
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. November 11, 2014
Nov 11th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Cops in Shootings Should Be Promptly Named
Police Chief Flynn waited more than five months to identify officer who shot Dontre Hamilton. The public deserves better.
Nov 5th, 2014 by Christa Westerberg
Key information remains under wraps in Dontre Hamilton case
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. October 31, 2014
Oct 31st, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Milwaukee County Supervisor Khalif Rainey Applauds Committtee Approval of Body Cameras For Law Enforcement in County Budget
Says Technology and Training Can Assist in Protecting Public and Officers
Oct 28th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Executive Order, Keystone: No on the pipeline, yes on the cops
Press release from the Red Arnold campaign
Oct 24th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Cop’s firing warrants more comment
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan October 16, 2014
Oct 16th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Open Records Request filed to provide Red Arrow Park answers
Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs September 30, 2014
Sep 30th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Hamilton family and community deserve answers soon
Statement from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy September 15, 2014
Sep 15th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
MPD actions further damage public faith
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 15, 2014
Sep 15th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Hamilton case shows need for new county investigation unit
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 10, 2014
Sep 10th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
