There are many places in the city that provide free gun locks. Gun locks are a vital tool in preventing firearm-related deaths and injuries.
Devin Blake
Posted inPublic Safety
Two floods, two different responses: City issues four times more parking tickets during last week’s floods than in August
City officials are defending the city’s parking enforcement, saying many of the tickets were issued before and after the heavy rains.
Posted inCommunity, gun violence
Update: Common Council confirms new director of Department of Community Wellness and Safety
The Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday confirmed Karin Tyler as the new director of the Department of Community Wellness and Safety.
Posted inCommunity, gun violence
Common Council to vote Tuesday on appointment of new director of Department of Community Wellness and Safety
After a split decision by committee, the Milwaukee Common Council will consider the mayor’s appointment of Karin Tyler as the director of the Department of Community Wellness and Safety.
Posted inCommunity, gun violence, Public Safety
Should gun violence intervention efforts start earlier? These researchers think so.
A new national study suggests warning signs often emerge before gun violence – offering others a chance to intervene before harm occurs.
Posted inCommunity
Checking in with teens at the All In, All Youth, All Summer resource and employment fair
NNS spoke with teens at a resource fair last week about what types of opportunities they’re looking for.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
Wisconsin attorneys partner with federal litigators as deportation cases grow more complex
More people are being detained by ICE, but more than half don’t have attorneys to help them.
Posted inbasic needs, Community, Health and Wellness
Community reflects on latest loss of support for residents after news that City on a Hill is closing
The closure of City on a Hill is the latest blow to North and West Side residents already impacted by the loss of social services, grocery stores and other resources.
Posted inCommunity, gun violence, Public Safety
Does Wisconsin need stronger gun storage laws to help keep kids safe?
Research and some experts point out the safety benefits of stronger gun storage laws. But critics say stricter laws could limit access in emergencies.
Posted inCriminal justice, Public Safety
MPD banned its officers from concealing their identities. Will the Common Council extend a similar policy to ICE agents?
A proposed ordinance would prohibit face coverings for all law enforcement agencies operating in Milwaukee – including U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.