As local and state leaders get closer to figuring out what will replace the state’s troubled youth prisons, here are the three things you need to know on the contentious issue.
‘Death of service in Milwaukee’? Milwaukee County Transit System weighs cutting more routes
The Milwaukee County Transit System may have to reduce bus service by 10 percent if extra funding isn’t found.
‘It’s a no-win situation’: High-speed MPD chases continue to trigger concerns
As controversy continues over whether the Milwaukee Police Department should change its pursuit policy, the Fire and Police Commission is expected to discuss the topic during its meeting Thursday, May 16.
‘We know we can do it better’: Milwaukee County leaders criticize state’s plan to replace Lincoln Hills
Representatives from Milwaukee County raised concerns with the state’s plan to close Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake youth prisons during a meeting Monday in Madison.
Is Wisconsin ‘behind the curve’ on marijuana laws?
Gov. Tony Evers has introduced plans to officially decriminalize small possessions of marijuana as well as to create a path to legalized medical marijuana for the state.
Remembering Dontre Hamilton: Dontre Day takes place Saturday, April 27
Five years ago, Dontre Hamilton was shot and killed by a Milwaukee police officer. Since then, his family honors his life through awareness and celebration.
DA confirms ongoing investigation into Health Department over handling of lead
Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm confirmed on Tuesday that his office is investigating the Health Department’s lead abatement programs.
Council leaders ask DA to consider prosecuting health officials over handling of lead
Two city leaders have asked the Milwaukee County district attorney to consider prosecuting health officials over their handling of the lead crisis.
Police chases nearly triple since change in Milwaukee pursuit policy
A change in MPD police pursuit policy has resulted in more chases, with more than one-fourth of those chases resulting in accidents.
‘I was once a destroyer. Now I’m a rebuilder:’ How a Milwaukee violence prevention program hopes to reduce gun violence
City leaders hope a new program that enlists hospitals and neighborhood “interrupters” can help disrupt the cycle of retaliatory violence in Milwaukee.
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