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Milwaukee Police Officer Charged With Using Position to Help Gang

Milwaukee Police Officer Charged With Using Position to Help Gang

Juwon Madlock accused of offering to sell guns, buy stolen truck, help fugitive avoid arrest.

MPD Officer Arrested
Press Release

MPD Officer Arrested

 

Judge Fines City For Failing To Comply With MPD in Schools Requirement

Judge Fines City For Failing To Comply With MPD in Schools Requirement

Judge Borowski gives city $1,000 per day fine until 25 police officers placed in schools.

Murphy’s Law: Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse
Murphy’s Law

Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse

He blasts MPS for violating law on police in schools while glossing over it himself.

Murphy’s Law: MPS, City Feud Over Paying School Resource Officers
Murphy’s Law

MPS, City Feud Over Paying School Resource Officers

Not one cop has signed up for required training. Viewed as dead-end job?

Excellence in Public Safety Punished
Press Release

Excellence in Public Safety Punished

Questions Unanswered as the Milwaukee Fire & Police Commission Denies Promotion for Distinguished Officer

K-12 Education: Studies Show Police in Schools Don’t Make Them Safer
K-12 Education

Studies Show Police in Schools Don’t Make Them Safer

Chicago Public Schools has dropped the program. MPS may be forced to pay for them.

Wisconsin Native Now Leads Milwaukee Archdiocese

Wisconsin Native Now Leads Milwaukee Archdiocese

Jeffrey Grob, who grew up on a dairy farm, becomes 12th Archbishop of Milwaukee.

Mayor Wants MPS To Pay For Police in Schools

Mayor Wants MPS To Pay For Police in Schools

Johnson says solution is to bring back 5/6th cost-sharing agreement.

Homicides in Milwaukee Down 39% From 2022

Homicides in Milwaukee Down 39% From 2022

Down from a record high as the post-pandemic decline in crime continues.

Milwaukee Police Arrests Have Plummeted

Milwaukee Police Arrests Have Plummeted

New report finds 82% decline in past decade as citizen satisfaction with traffic enforcement has declined.

$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?

$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?

Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.

Arresting Developments: How and why arrests and citizen contacts are declining in Milwaukee
MPD Joins IACP Trust Building Campaign
Milwaukee Man Sentenced to Prison for Smuggling over 200 Machinegun Conversion Devices and Felon in Possession of Firearm
Gun Locks Available at UNCOM Locations
Crime Continues to Decline in Milwaukee

Crime Continues to Decline in Milwaukee

Mirroring national trends, with reductions in murder, assault, burglaries this year.

City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers

City Will Toughen Penalties For Reckless Drivers

Latest crackdown relies on state legislation to double fines, jail time.

Officials Admit RNC Issues, But Say Event Was Success

Officials Admit RNC Issues, But Say Event Was Success

Hotel revenue surged and AT&T spent millions but some businesses say it was a bust.

Three Milwaukee Police Officers Shot While Serving Warrant
New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.

Letter to the Community from Chief Jeffrey Norman
MPD’s New Body Cam Release In Effect, But Advocates Still Have Concerns

MPD’s New Body Cam Release In Effect, But Advocates Still Have Concerns

Police union previously sued to stop policy's implementation.

Milwaukee Police Department Brings Back Brewers Baseball Cards for Youth
Families of Sam Sharpe and Dvontaye Mitchell Hold Rally

Families of Sam Sharpe and Dvontaye Mitchell Hold Rally

Sharpe was killed during RNC, Mitchell died in earlier incident involving hotel security guards.

Mayor Johnson Addresses ‘Tragic’ Police Involved Killing

Mayor Johnson Addresses ‘Tragic’ Police Involved Killing

Mayor expects 'thorough investigation.' Officers killed Milwaukee resident armed with knives.

RNC Preview – Day 3, Wednesday July 17

RNC Preview – Day 3, Wednesday July 17

Plus: A recap of day two.

Five Ohio Police Officers Shoot, Kill Milwaukee Resident Outside RNC

Five Ohio Police Officers Shoot, Kill Milwaukee Resident Outside RNC

Individual was in King Park neighborhood, well outside of convention perimeter.

Coalition to March on RNC, City Reach Last Minute Deal

Coalition to March on RNC, City Reach Last Minute Deal

Coalition and City reach agreement on march routing through RNC security perimiter.

Officers From 103 Outside Police Departments Will Guard RNC

Officers From 103 Outside Police Departments Will Guard RNC

And that's before counting federal agencies and private security guards.

Despite Losing Lawsuit, Coalition To March on RNC Will Proceed Without Permit

Despite Losing Lawsuit, Coalition To March on RNC Will Proceed Without Permit

Group says it won't follow city's designated parade route.

Mayor Calls for Stricter Gun Laws After Spate of Shootings in City

Mayor Calls for Stricter Gun Laws After Spate of Shootings in City

13 shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday. Vos, Donovan disagree with Johnson.

Surveillance Technology Never Left Milwaukee After the DNC

Surveillance Technology Never Left Milwaukee After the DNC

Police gear acquired 4 years ago will play a role during the Republican Convention.

Coalition Condemns City’s Proposed Protest Routes
See Detailed RNC Street Closures, Demonstration Zones

See Detailed RNC Street Closures, Demonstration Zones

'The city of Milwaukee is open for busines,' but you're going to want to plan ahead to come Downtown.

Jeffrey Norman A Finalist For Austin Police Chief

Jeffrey Norman A Finalist For Austin Police Chief

Milwaukee Police Chief one of 32 finalists, but only one serving as a major city chief.

MPD launches the 2024 Operation Summer Guardian
Milwaukee Police hosting Brat with a Cop Pop- up Community Engagement Series to Connect with Communit
Secret Service, City Find Themselves Targeted By Protesters, Republicans

Secret Service, City Find Themselves Targeted By Protesters, Republicans

Republicans want alternative to Pere Marquette Park. ACLU announces lawsuit.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee Honors Nettles, Community Members and Organizations
Press Release

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee Honors Nettles, Community Members and Organizations

MVP Salute to Youth, presented by Associated Bank, raised $1.23 Million for Milwaukee’s youth

ACLU Urges Citizen Oversight of Police Surveillance

ACLU Urges Citizen Oversight of Police Surveillance

Pushes CCOPS ordinance which requires public hearing for any new or existing technology.

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Sojourner Family Peace Center says connecting victims of abuse to resources is vital.

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Numbers continue to decline since pandemic but officials say more work still needed.

City Hall: Mayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools
City Hall

Mayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools

Johnson vows to make Milwaukee a city that attracts people because of its schools.

Milwaukee Police Seek ‘Open Source Intelligence Tool’ for RNC

Milwaukee Police Seek ‘Open Source Intelligence Tool’ for RNC

'It snoops on everyone, regardless of any connection to a crime,' critic charges.

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit

Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.

Police Chief Jeffrey Norman Talks Crime, Guns and RNC

Police Chief Jeffrey Norman Talks Crime, Guns and RNC

Milwaukee's top cop appeared before the Milwaukee Press Club Thursday.

Murphy’s Law: Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?
Murphy’s Law

Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?

Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?

See Where Milwaukee’s Secret ShotSpotter Sensors Are

See Where Milwaukee’s Secret ShotSpotter Sensors Are

Data leak reveals what MPD and company have attempted to keep private.

Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras

Milwaukee Leaders Want State To Allow Red Light Cameras

Mayor Johnson, County Executive Crowley say cameras are proven tool for addressing reckless driving.

Plenty of Horne: Notables Attend City Birthday Party
Plenty of Horne

Notables Attend City Birthday Party

The city's 178th birthday party offered fun, food and political chatter.

Commissioner Lafayette L. Crump honored as 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100
Ald. Westmoreland: MPD to put greater emphasis on littering violations
Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.

Police Chief Injured In Car Crash Leaving Reckless Driving Press Conference

Police Chief Injured In Car Crash Leaving Reckless Driving Press Conference

Chief Jeffrey Norman's vehicle struck by truck.

Milwaukee Police Chief Involved in a Vehicle Collision
Mayor Calls For Action on Gun Laws

Mayor Calls For Action on Gun Laws

Though homicides down 20% this year, non-fatal shootings are up. Guns a key part of problem, Johnson says.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Augustine Prep Opens $49 Million Elementary School
Eyes on Milwaukee

Augustine Prep Opens $49 Million Elementary School

New building allows for major growth. And an even bigger project is planned.

MPD Seeks Partners For New Camera Network

MPD Seeks Partners For New Camera Network

Partnerships with residents and businesses allow MPD to tap into network of surveillance footage across the city.

MPD Launches Community Connect Milwaukee Program Powered by Fusus
14% of Shooting Victims in Milwaukee This Year Are Under The Age of 17

14% of Shooting Victims in Milwaukee This Year Are Under The Age of 17

Percentage has nearly doubled. Police attribute issue to easy access to guns.

New Report Finds Milwaukee’s Criminal Justice System In Peril

New Report Finds Milwaukee’s Criminal Justice System In Peril

Arrests are down, felony charges are down and a court backlog remains

Gun Locks Available at UNCOM Locations
After State Law Stripped Authority, Leaders of Milwaukee’s Fire & Police Commission Resign

After State Law Stripped Authority, Leaders of Milwaukee’s Fire & Police Commission Resign

Chair Edward Fallone and Vice Chair Amanda Avalos resign in protest following "assault on self-government."

City Hall: Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power
City Hall

Police Pledge Transparency Now That They Have Policymaking Power

Deal that gave Milwaukee a 2% sales tax also stripped Fire & Police Commission of much of its authority.

Six Teenagers Injured in Shooting After Juneteenth Celebration

Six Teenagers Injured in Shooting After Juneteenth Celebration

Police chief calls on adults to keeps guns out of hands of teenagers.

Photo Gallery: Juneteenth Draws Thousands To King Drive
Photo Gallery

Juneteenth Draws Thousands To King Drive

52nd annual parade celebrates Black emancipation.

New Body Camera Policy Won’t Apply During RNC

New Body Camera Policy Won’t Apply During RNC

Community advocates decry decision, including lack of public comment.

City Hall: Milwaukee Hiring New Police Officers
City Hall

Milwaukee Hiring New Police Officers

Milwaukee planning for three recruiting classes in 2024, starting pay is $64,000.

MPD Launches the Milwaukee Police Athletic League (MPAL)
Two Milwaukee County Residents Sentenced in Water Street Shooting
City Hall: Milwaukee Police Must Release Crime Footage Within 15 Days
City Hall

Milwaukee Police Must Release Crime Footage Within 15 Days

Police union sues over change.

MPD’s First-Quarter Review
MPD Unveils Violent Crime Reduction Plan

MPD Unveils Violent Crime Reduction Plan

44-page plan calls for community outreach, expanded police force and youth engagement.

City Hall: MPD Needs To Add 11 Officers Says Staffing Study
City Hall

MPD Needs To Add 11 Officers Says Staffing Study

But police department also needs to create 116 new civilian positions, reallocate officers.

Two Milwaukee Police Officers Charged With Felonies For In-Custody Death

Two Milwaukee Police Officers Charged With Felonies For In-Custody Death

Charges of abuse of a resident, felony misconduct in public office.

Officer Shoots, Kills 31-Year-Old Man

Officer Shoots, Kills 31-Year-Old Man

Video posted on social media Tuesday shows officers allegedly dragging the victim's body.

Federal Sweep Nets 114 Fugitives in Milwaukee

Federal Sweep Nets 114 Fugitives in Milwaukee

30-day U.S. Marshals operation clears 213 warrants, including 11 for homicide.

Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer

Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer

Slain officer Peter Jerving served with the Milwaukee Police Department for 4 years.

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Officer Peter Jerving shot and killed near S. 14th St. and W. Cleveland Ave.

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed While Chasing Suspect

Officer Peter Jerving shot and killed near S. 14th St. and W. Cleveland Ave.

How Can U.S. Marshals Help Milwaukee?

How Can U.S. Marshals Help Milwaukee?

Safe surrender program, sustained community engagement are on the wish list.

MPD Received Donation to Purchase Ballistic Shields for Patrol Officers
MPD and Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office Announce the Addition of a Community Prosecutor to Police District Six
Despite New Homicide Record, Violent Crime in Milwaukee Fell 7% in 2022
City Hall: Family Dollar, Gimbel Beat City In Court
City Hall

Family Dollar, Gimbel Beat City In Court

Area alderman and nonprofit pushed to close store, citing shoplifting, loitering and fighting.

Three Charged In Killing of Milwaukee Postal Worker

Three Charged In Killing of Milwaukee Postal Worker

Kevin McCaa and Charles Ducksworth Jr. face life in prison. Missing package, likely of drugs, appears to be motive.

Three Individuals Charged in Relation to Murder of Postal Employee
City Hall: Nick DeSiato Is New Chief of Staff For Mayor Johnson
City Hall

Nick DeSiato Is New Chief of Staff For Mayor Johnson

Jim Bohl will lead city's lobbying team, Kimberly Montgomery is retiring.

City Hall: Milwaukee Sues Second Reckless Driver
City Hall

Milwaukee Sues Second Reckless Driver

LaShawn Thomas has received 37 traffic citations in five years

Civil Lawsuit Issued Against an Egregious Reckless Driver
Garden District ushers in the holiday season with multiple events this week
Milwaukee Sets New Homicide Record

Milwaukee Sets New Homicide Record

For the third straight year city has a new record high and it's only November.

Police Department Hiring 50 New Officers

Police Department Hiring 50 New Officers

MPD hopes recruiting classes will grow to be 30% women by 2030.

MPD Commits to Advance Women in Policing by Pledging to the National 30 x 30
City Hall: Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen
City Hall

Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen

New council members welcomed by colleagues, face budget veto override vote next week.

Milwaukee Crime Stoppers pays $11,000 reward to anonymous tipster who helped police arrest wanted homicide suspect
City Hall: Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents
City Hall

Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents

Sig Sauer guns fired several times without ever leaving holsters. Change will cost $500,000.

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City Hall: Police Will Replace All Pistols After Misfiring Incidents

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